TEMPLE EMEK SHALOM
CASINO
NIGHT
April 18, 2015 | 5:30PM–9:30PM
1800 E. Main St Ashland, OR 97520
An exciting and energizing evening
of fun, casino games, food,
drink, prizes, and auction items
Blackjack • Poker • Roulette • Craps
Bingo • Wheel of Fortune
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WELCOME FROM THE
CASINO NIGHT CHAIRMAN
Temple Emek Shalom and all the volunteers who helped make this night
possible are pleased that you are here. We hope that you buy lots of
chips, and have fun playing and winning at our gaming tables. Please
enjoy the wonderful food choices and beverages, have great luck, and
cash out for spectacular prizes at the end of the evening.
Our annual auction night has become well-known in the Rogue Valley.
Many generous business and individual donors contribute goods and
services to us each year. We use those donations to create attractive
offerings for our live auction and gaming prizes. We use the funds
raised from this evening to help support our Temple’s many programs,
such as our Pomegranate Preschool for the Arts. We also use these
funds to make donations to other Rogue Valley charities through our
Social Justice Action Committee.
Good deeds, mitzvahs, can take place often in your lives. We are all
here tonight through the mitzvahs performed by our volunteers, our
sponsors, and our donors.You have performed a mitzvah by coming
tonight, and our Mitzvah Moment, at around 7:30pm, offers a special
opportunity to support Temple Emek Shalom. Raise your paddle
then, simply for the joy of giving and the feeling of contributing to
the wellspring of goodness and caring that our Temple presents and
promotes to all who enter and to all who live around us.
Thank you,
Judd Robbins
Casino Mitzvah Chairman
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THE TRUE MEANING OF MITZVAH
Often we see the Hebrew word, “mitzvah,” translated as “good deed”
—which has a nice ring to it, but is not technically correct. Actually,
mitzvah literally means “commandment,” which for many of us can feel
like a cumbersome or heavy word. Perhaps this is why we soften it by
calling it a good deed.
But let’s not throw commandment out so quickly. Whatever our
theological outlook, we all know those moments where deep within us,
we feel compelled. We know that we must do something, we must help
out, we must step up. In Yiddish parlance, we might say we feel it in
our kishkes—in our gut. I believe this is how we know that we are being
commanded. We know it on the inside.
Mitzvah is a powerful word. Our sages teach that we must learn how to
read every moment to find the mitzvah hidden in it, the deed that calls
for us to be of service.
Judd Robbins and the planners of tonight’s event wanted “mitzvah”
in the title, so that we remembered and never lost focus about what
tonight is really about and what we’re all doing here. We’re here to do
a mitzvah; multiple mitzvot, in fact.
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FROM RABBI JOSHUA BOETTIGER
Your presence here tonight helps Temple Emek Shalom continue to
both survive and thrive. It makes possible our continued existence and
allows us to ever-widen our sense of mission—which is to be part of a
larger fabric of love and service in this region and beyond, across the
boundaries that often separate us. Your presence here tonight also
makes possible our support of many charitable organizations in the
region that have come to count on this support.
I used to dread the part of rabbinic work that involved fundraising,
but that has shifted dramatically for me in recent years. I’ve found
that if you believe in the product, it is easy to ask that the product
be supported. I believe in this product—Temple Emek Shalom and its
mission beyond these walls—and I invite you to join me in continuing to
build this sacred space together. Thank you, each of you who are here
this evening.
L’shalom,
Rabbi Joshua Boettiger
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AN EXPLANATION OF THE EVENING
During this Casino Mitzvah evening, you will have fun schmoozing,
eating and drinking with friends. You will have more by buying gaming
scrip, although we do give you some to get started. Just exchange your
scrip with any dealer or table manager to receive casino-style chips.
Play bingo or casino games all night with those chips; you can buy more
at any time at our Cashier table or from the ‘pit’ cashier behind the
dealers.
Take a look at our many gaming prizes on the tables by the piano.
You can exchange your gaming chips for any of these prizes! If you
don’t have enough chips but want a particular prize, you can buy it
outright (or combine chips and sign for the difference in cash).
Timeline
5:30–6:00pm — Registration and Schmoozing. Plenty of Small Plate
dinner hors d’oeuvres available upon arrival and until 7:30pm. Wine,
beer, sodas, and water available all evening.
6:00–7:15pm — Fun and Games
7:15pm–7:45pm (Approx)— 50-50 Raffle, Live Auction and Mitzvah
Moment. Great desserts and coffees available for the evening.
7:45–9:00pm — Fun and Games
9:00–9:30pm — Checkout, and Drawings for the Wine Tree Raffle and
the Grand Door Prize.
THANKS TO OUR VOLUNTEERS
Temple Emek Shalom’s annual fundraising event involves many hardworking members of our congregation, as well as a number of their
friends, family, co-workers and spouses. Every hour and every day
that they have spent in support of this event in the many months
of preparation is itself a mitzvah, a series of ongoing mitzvot. This
originally led to the name Casino ‘Mitzvah’ Night.
As the Rabbi writes above, it is not only a single Mitzvah Moment
night. Each decision to offer service in the community is a mitzvah, each
decision to offer a Mitzvah Moment donation is a mitzvah, each offering
of time and energy by each of you has been a mitzvah.
Thank you to all,
Judd Robbins
At 9pm, gaming will end and you must turn in all of your remaining
playing chips (to any of the dealers). They will tally all the chips and give
you a voucher for their value. You can turn in the voucher for one or
more prizes at the Prize Tables. There will also be a Grand Door Prize.
Every registered bidder can potentially win, because we have put a
raffle ticket into the Grand Door Prize raffle jar for each of you. You may
use leftover chips to buy additional raffle tickets for the Grand Door
Prize for only $10 each. However, you must be physically present to win
the Grand Door Prize.
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THANKS TO OUR VOLUNTEERS
Adie Goldberg
Amanda Denbeck
Andi Slavin
Anna Werblow
Annette Fried
Audrey Diamontopoulos
Bari Frimkess
Ben Bellinson
Beverly Jorgensen
Bill Harris
Carole Levi
Christina Bagi
Connie Ben-David
Dan Kaylin
Debi Holcombe
Debra Wolfson
Eileen Polk
Elise Manders
Eliza Kauder
Emanuel Ben-David
Emily Bernhardt
Evie Strauss
Flo Slomowitz
Geri Gehr
Gretski Lieberman
Helen Reinhold
Holly Neimark
Janice Slater
Jeanne Walcher
Jennifer Croyle
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Jerry Sonnenschein
Jim Warriner
Jo Ann Basin
Jo Ann Prujan
Jo Ann Weisel
Joan Steele
Jonathon Gell
Judd Robbins
Judy Emanuel
Kathy Balint
Larry Wolfson
Laura Bloom
Lee Weisel
Lin Van Heuit-Robbins
Linda Bellinson
Lisa Horwitch
Lola Sonnenshein
Lori Bandler
Mack Bandler
Marilyn Borkin
Mary Heimann
Matt Messner
Maynard Telpner
Meredith Ampole
Micah Lieberman
Michael Basin
Michael Gutman
Michael Smith
Miranda Briggs Graumann
Mitch Ampole
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Myra Silverman
Nancy Kaylin
Nancy Pagani
Neil Sechan
Norman Fisher
Pam Erwin
Paula Sendar
Pete Jorgensen
Peter Adesman
Philip Krayna
Robin Heald
Robin Miller
Rochelle Stromner
Ron Silverman
Russ Hannan
Ruth Rabinovitch
Sally Telpner
Sara Wolfson
Sasha Borenstein
Sharon Gell
Sharon Perper
Sherry Friedman
Stan Druben
Susan Aaronson
Susan Hindawi
Tom Treger
Tony Heald
Valentine Jones
Will Hershman
THANKS TO OUR DONORS
We are grateful to all who have donated services, time, and products to
our event. Please remember them in your future business choices.
ADAPT Physical Therapy
Adroit Construction
Aesthetic MIrror
Allen Drescher, Attorney at Law
Amuse Restaurant
Ashland Family YMCA
Ashland Outdoor Store
Ashland Springs Hotel
Atlantis Casino Resort
Bar Code Services
Baxter Fitness
Beasy’s on the Creek
Bellefiore Winery
Beverly and Pete Jorgensen
Bloomsbury Coffee House
Bookwagon
Boulevard Coffee Shop
Brothers’ Restaurant
Coming Attractions Theatres
Connie and Emanuel Ben-David
Country Quilts & Crafts
Craterian Theater at the Collier Center
Cripple Creek Music Co.
Dave Kahn
Debra and Larry Wolfson
Derek Volkart
dKOR Hair Design
Donald English & Bill Templeman
Embellish Salon
Eufloria Flowers
Evie Strauss
FlowerTyme
Glow
Great American Pizza
Greenleaf Restaurant
Green Springs Inn
Grizzly Peak Winery
Hair City
Hallmark Resort Newport
Harvey’s Place
Heart & Hands
Hemporium
Horsefeathers
Inn at the Commons
Interior Design Studio
Jacksonville Inn
Jacqueline Rosen
Judd & Lin Robbins
Kiwanas
Kokopelli River Guides
L. Elyssia Herrick N.D., L.Ac
La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant
Land of Paws Pet Grooming
Larks Restaurant
Ledger David Cellars
Lee and Jo Ann Weisel
Liquid Assets
Lisa Horwitch
Lithia Automotive Group
Looking Glass Beads
Mack Bandler
Market of Choice
Marilyn Borkin and Bill Harris
Martin and Deborah Bloch
Matt Messner and Neil Sechan
Miranda and Ted Grauman
Mix Sweet Shop
Morning Glory
Newman Hotel Group
New Sammy’s Cowboy Bistro
Nimbus
Noah’s River Adventures
Noah’s Wilderness Adventures
Kokopelli River Guides
Lithia Motors Company
New Sammy’s Cowboy Bistro
Northwest Nature Shop
Northwest Pizza
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THANKS TO OUR DONORS
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
Each of our sponsors has supported us this year with direct donations.
We are extremely grateful for these generous contributions to the goals
of Casino Night and Temple Emek Shalom’s programs.
Platinum Sponsors:
Belle Fiore Winery
Coming Attractions Theatres
Lithia Motors Group
Gold Sponsors:
Adroit Construction
Retina Care Center
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Oregon Cabaret Theatre
Paddington Station
Pallet Winery
Pangea Grills & Wraps
Paris Green
Pasta Piatti Restaurant
Paula Sendar
Peter Adesman
Posh Organics
Premier Dental Care
Rabbis Joshua and Vanessa Boetigger
Recycled Furniture
Red Lily Vineyards
Rogue Creamery
Rogue Hair Design
Rogue Rock Gym
Rogue Valley Roasting Company
Rogue Valley Runners
Rose Acupuncture
Sanctuary One
Sasha Borenstein & Russ Hannan
Sauce Cafe
Schmidt Family Vineyards
Science Works
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Shakespeare Books
Sheila Canal
Shop ‘n Kart
Small Change
Smithfields Restaurant
South Stage Cellars
Southern Oregon Roller Girls
Standing Stone Brewing Company
Strands Hair Salon
Taroko Pan
Ted’s Bees
Terra Firma Home
Thai Pepper
That Massage Place
The Loft Restaurant
The Websters
Tobiano
Tom Treger
Tony and Robin Heald
Travel Essentials
Tree House Books
Unicorn Gifts & Toys
Wellspring Centre
Wonders of Wine Tours
Wooldridge Creek Winery
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Silver Sponsors:
Allen G. Drescher, Attorney at Law
Davis Hearn Anderson & Turner, Attorneys at Law
Edward Helman, MD, Family Practice
Flora MacLean Avgeris – Raymond James
Glenn M. Cunningham, CPA, CGMA
Jo Ann Weisel for S.O. Humane Society
Katzen Orthodontics
KDP Certified Public Accountants, LLP
Medford Radiological Group
Nimbus - Apparel, Art and Gifts
Shana Brewer - Travel Leaders Travel Agency
Shane Sevick - Morgan Stanley
Southern Oregon Subaru
Steve Hersch, MD, FACP
Tamara Abbett, DDS
Terra Firma Home
Will Hershman – Bar Code Services
Bronze Sponsors:
Action Industrial Systems
Pete and Beverly Jorgensen
Posh Organics
Stephanie Pollard (Ashland Homes)
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541-488-1468
Allen G. Drescher P.C.
Attorney at Law
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Serving Ashland, Medford, and
Jackson County
since 1973
21 So. Second St.
Ashland, OR 97520
Tel: (541) 482-4935
Fax: (541) 482-4941
Email: [email protected]
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Since 1953
Experience Matters
Jack Davis, Chris Hearn,
Eugene Anderson,
Jeff McCollum & Gary Turner
515 E. Main St., Ashland, Oregon
www.davishearn.com
(541) 482-3111
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Flora MacLean Avgeris
Branch Mgr / Financial Consultant
www.RaymondJamesAshland.com
Securities offered through
Raymond James Financial Services,
member FINRA/SIPC
149 Clear Creek Drive, Suite 106
Ashland, Oregon 97520
541-488-4442
Toll Free: 888-488-7822
We are proud to support Temple Emek Shalom.
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3103 Biddle Rd. Medford, OR 97504 • 541-227-5029
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THE FINE PRINT
Live Auction Rules
1. Once the auctioneer has declared “SOLD TO…” the sale is FINAL. The person making the final bid, as announced by the
auctioneer, will be responsible for acceptance of the bid and sale price.
2. If the auctioneer determines that an opening bid or any subsequent bid is not commensurate with the value of the
item(s) being offered, he may reject it and withdraw the item(s) from sale. If, having acknowledged an opening bid, he
decides an advance is not sufficient he may reject the advance and/or withdraw the item(s) from sale.
3. In the case of parties, the auctioneer may initially offer the party as a package, but may decide, at his discretion, to offer
the party to individual bidders if the overall bid for the party is deemed too low.
4. The auction will continue without interruption until all items have been sold.
5. Purchases may be made with cash, check, VISA, MasterCard or Discover.
6. After paying, the successful bidder will receive a sheet of paper with a listing of the items purchased. Use this listing to
redeem items at the Auction Pickup Area.
CASINO MITZVAH NIGHT
& LIVE AUCTION
Important Sales Instructions
1. Payment by the successful bidder must be made at the CHECK-OUT area on the evening of the event. The item must be
picked up when you leave. You may pay with VISA, MasterCard, Discover, personal check or cash.
2. ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND “SOLD AS IS.” There will be no exchanges or refunds for any reason by either Temple Emek
Shalom or the merchants who donated the goods being auctioned, unless specified.
3. Temple Emek Shalom makes no warranties or representations of any kind or nature, either expressed or implied, with
respect to all property.
4. Estimated values have been provided by donors and are not guaranteed by Temple Emek Shalom.
5. We STRONGLY recommend that you make arrangements for accommodations ASAP after they are purchased.
Conditions Of Sale
1. All auction items including trips, dining and activity packages are sold as described. Substitution requests for any item
will not be accepted.
2. Items, including gift certificates, may not be redeemed for cash or have the expiration dates extended.
3. Please be aware that goods, services and travel packages have various expiration dates specified by the donor and are all
subject to availability. Most travel packages have blackout periods specified by the donor on the gift certificate.
4. Reservations for trips and accommodations must be mutually arranged between the BUYER and the DONOR, unless
already specified. It is the responsibility of the buyer, not TEMPLE EMEK SHALOM, to make all arrangements. It is also the
responsibility of the buyer to identify to the DONOR that they are using a gift certificate.
5. Dates for parties must be mutually arranged, unless already specified, between the BUYER and the DONOR.
6. Air transportation is NOT included in trip packages.
7. Once an item is paid for and is in your possession, TEMPLE EMEK SHALOM is no longer responsible if it is lost, stolen or
broken. Gift certificates cannot be replaced.
8. Your purchase price, less the fair retail value, is tax deductible. We recommend that you consult your tax advisor.
Payment
1. Payment for auction items must be made this evening.
2. When you are ready to leave, please go to the CHECK-OUT area corresponding to your bidder number in the Library to pick
up your folder, review your purchases and pay for your items.
3. Pay your bill before retrieving your items—VISA, MasterCard, Discover, personal checks, or cash are accepted.
4. After paying, the successful bidder will receive a sheet of paper with a listing of the items purchased. Use this listing to
redeem items at the Auction Pickup Area.
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AUCTIONEER
Ron Burgess
M.C.
Bella Feldman
Some of the live auction items are for a set number of
lucky participants. Talk to your friends and put together
a group for joint bidding. Be aware that some items have
dates already set.
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ITEM #1 | BEEKEEPER FOR A DAY
(Paddle Bid of $100 per person)
Spend a spring afternoon with TED’S BEES
and enter the world of beekeeping.
If you have always wanted to learn the
intricacies of a beehive, this is your chance.
With Ted Graumann, the winners will suit up,
light up the bee smoker and experience the
awe of gathering honey!
Learn from Ted the dynamics of a beehive and
how the colony works to benefit each worker
bee. You will take home a jar of Ted’s local raw
honey. Contact Ted or Miranda at 541-482-4254
to coordinate your “bee” dates.
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ITEM #2 | SERVICE AND AUTOMOTIVE
COUPONS FROM LITHIA MOTORS
When you do your spring cleaning this year, don’t forget about your
car! Whether you need your current vehicle serviced, or just want
a different car in the driveway, Lithia Motors will have you zooming
happily through spring showers.
These coupons are good for major/minor service and for purchase
towards a new or used car. They have been donated by Dick Heimann,
the Vice Chairman of Lithia Motors, a longtime member of TES.
One $1000 gift certificate; Two $500 gift certificates for a major service
(all the makes and models Lithia sells); Eight $250 gift certificates or the
BEST BID FOR ALL EIGHT! Turn your scheduled or unscheduled service
needs this year into smooth sailing when the time comes.
You can contact Lithia Motors at (541) 776-6401 or just stop by!
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ITEM #3 | A WINE HARVEST
CELEBRATION DINNER FOR EIGHT
This special harvest dinner for eight will include wine pairings from the
acclaimed California vineyards of Williams Selyem, Michel Schulmberger,
and A. Rafanelli. The highest bidder
will collaborate with the hosts to
create a choice menu prepared by
your host chefs.
You and your guests will be welcomed
into the Ashland home of Matt
Messner and Neil Sechan, where
you will be wined and dined in their
elegant private dining room. It will be
a memorable evening with food, wine,
and companionship.
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ITEM #4 | A ROMANTIC PROVENCAL AFTERNOON
Paddle Bid for $75/person (maximum 18)
Spend a romantic afternoon amidst the lavender, overlooking pear
orchards, at the Robbins Farm in Talent on Sunday, June 28th, from
Noon to 3pm. Hosted by the Weisels and the Robbins, your Provencal
luncheon will include crudites, salads, a unique chicken-based
bouillabaise, embellished with a fresh JW/Ruby Slipper Farms egg,
caflouti, and hand selected wines from the Weisel cellar.
For a romantic delicious
luncheon set as close to
Provence as you’ll get in the
Rogue Valley, enjoy both the
beauty and the bounty in this
lovely setting without having to
fly to France. En plus, on parle
Français ici si vous le voulez.
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ITEM #5 | HEALTH AND WELLNESS PACKAGE
Estimated value $1000
ITEM #6 | COMING ATTRACTIONS
MOVIE THEATERS PASS
Voted MOST
POPULAR
A month membership at Baxter Fitness in Ashland, with three private
training sessions with founder Andy Baxter.
Experience the comfort and care of the Baxter facility which was
designed for individuals over the age of 50. Learn valuable techniques
from a highly credentialed fitness
professional.
The package includes a brand new
Nordic Track T 5.7 treadmill, donated
by Deborah and Martin Bloch. Use
it for power walking, weight loss,
running and general fitness. This
model supports a wide variety of
electronic programs from iFIT.
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Why is this a popular
Live Auction item?
• Supports Local
Businesses
• Available in CA, OR, &
WA Locations
• Unlimited Movie
tickets
• Redeemable every day
for a year
Take ‘her’ or ‘him’ to the movies anytime
you like, with a year-long ticket for two to
Coming Attractions Theatres (throughout
the Northwest). Or, just split the cost with
a friend and each of you can go to see
movies anytime you wish, either alone
or with each other. These tickets were
donated by John Schweiger, a longtime
friend of charitable causes in the Rogue
Valley.
See every top movie for the next year—
from Hollywood and from the best art and
Indie producers. Winning bidder(s) should
contact the Coming Attractions office at
(541) 488-1021 to redeem this pass.
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ITEM #7 | A FAMILY FUN DAY ON A FARM
ITEM #8 | ROGUE GOURMET EXPERIENCE
CONTINUES ON PG 30
Here’s your chance to experience the best in fine dining in
Southern Oregon. Celebrate that engagement, anniversary, or
birthday with this unique opportunity!
What more could any gourmet ask than a set of gift certificates
for this wonderful diversity of dining experiences:
NEW SAMMY’S delightful bistro with
arguably the best wine list in the Valley. It
is a perennial delight (541) 535-2779
Treat the family to a day on a real farm: gather your kids & friends
(parents and grandparents welcome) at the Robbins Farm in Talent.
Old MacRobbins had a farm and all you farm kids and parents are
invited to visit for an afternoon on Sunday, August 23rd from noon
to 3pm. There will be a taco bar, lemonade, and watermelon plus
horseback and tractor rides. Pictures happily taken. Each child must
be accompanied by an adult. Gear up for horseshoes and chicken
and duck feeding. Go home with a farm-fresh egg from JW and Ruby
Slipper Farms. All this fun and lunch for only $25 per person. Paddle Bid
with a maximum of 15 children, but more parents and grandparents are
welcome to join those kids for the same per-person price. Yee haw!
Bring the whole family: kids, parents and grandparents for $25 each.
IMPORTANT: Each child must be accompanied by at least one
responsible adult. We want everyone to be safe and happy.
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AMUSE is a charming romantic choice for
those with refined tastes, just steps away
from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
(541) 488-9000
BEASY’S ON THE CREEK offers tasteful
creekside dining with relaxed ambience,
terrific food, and a delightful fireplace.
(541) 488-5009
HARVEY’S PLACE—One of Ashland’s new
favorites from owner-chef Rob Harvey.
Intimate setting for Northwest comfort
food. (541) 488-9511
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ITEM #8 | ROGUE GOURMET EXPERIENCE
CONTINUED FROM PG 29
ITEM #9 | SHABBAT DINNER FOR 6
THE LOFT Brasserie and Bar (541) 482-1116
The most wonderful and upscale
French cuisine in Ashland.
LIQUID ASSETS—Wine and dine at leisure at this
favorite wine bar with newly expanded restaurant
in Ashland. (541) 601-0770
JACKSONVILLE INN is a hidden gem, but well
known to appreciative diners. Well worth the
short trip out to Jacksonville to experience their
unforgettable Sunday champagne brunch.
(541-899-1900)
PRICELESS
Rabbis Joshua and Vanessa Boettiger invite you (and up to five of your
friends) to their home for a Friday night meal in old-school Shabbat
fashion: singing, eating, blessing, eating, teaching, eating—
late into the evening.
Enjoy the wonderful hospitality of the Rabbis Boettiger in their lovely
home and relish their culinary talents. Let them beguile you with their
mirth and wonderful stories. Anyone who has taken a class from our
good Rabbi knows what an engaging experience this will be.
You will have no shortage of interesting conversation during this
incredible opportunity. These Rabbis moved here from Congregation
Beth El in Bennington, Vermont where Rabbi Joshua served for six
years. In addition, he is a Rabbis Without Borders Fellow, has taught
at colleges, has been a scholar-in-residence, and has served on many
Rabbinical boards. His wife, Rabbi Vanessa, has been a chaplain at
hospitals and residential elder care facilities as well as serving on
Interfaith councils.
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MITZVAH MOMENT | SAY YES TO TES!
ITEM #10 | SEE ‘ELEPHANT MAN’ IN LONDON
ONCE IN A
LIFETIME
‘Chai’ is a Hebrew word and combination symbol that means “life”. It
is spelled with the Hebrew letters Het and Yud. Both of these letters
appear together in this familiar piece of art here at TES.
The Symbolic Meaning of Chai
Judaism emphasizes the importance of life. Jews are encouraged to be good, ethical people (mensches) and enjoy the time they are given on
Earth. A common Jewish toast is “l’chaim!” which means, “to life!” It is
said at celebrations in anticipation of all the good things to come.
Because it means “life,” the Chai is consequently a symbol that captures
an important aspect of Judaism. According to the gematria, which is a
mystical tradition that assigns a numerological value to Hebrew letters,
the letters Het and Yud add up to the number 18. The Het has a value
of 8 and the yud has a value of 10. As a result, 18 is a popular number
that represents good luck. At weddings, bar mitzvahs and other events
Jews often give gifts of money in multiples of 18, symbolically giving
the recipient the gift of “life” or luck.
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Two tickets to The Elephant Man in London, starring our very own
Tony Heald, along with Dinner for 2 after the play with Tony! The play
runs from May 19, 2015 through August 8, 2015. TES member and
outstanding Oregon Shakespeare Festival actor Anthony Heald has just
completed “The Elephant Man” on Broadway and has now taken the
show to London, England (and still finds time to donate this evening for
a very fortunate winner).
Tony says:
“After the performance, we’ll have a nice, leisurely dinner at whatever
restaurant has become the cast’s favorite, where you’ll have a chance
to ask any questions you want, and I’ll have a chance to bore you with
the ‘inside scoop’.” And if you come at a time when Robin’s in London,
she’ll join us as well.”
Bore us, indeed! Tony’s wit, charm and erudition will keep you
enthralled if you are the lucky winner of this bid.
(Flight and accommodations not included).
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ITEM #11 | 3 NIGHTS AT A
PRIVATE BANDON BEACH HOUSE
Wander around exploring the art galleries and gift shops of Bandon
on the Oregon Coast. Beautiful ceramic pieces, woven shawls and
coverlets, magnificent seascapes and landscapes—all await you and
your friend(s). A three-level home with a fenced-in-yard for those with
dogs, a wonderfully romantic instant-on gas fireplace, and comfortable
accommodations for six. What more can one ask for? Oh yes, the
kitchen in this beautiful house is a gourmet chef’s dream!
Bandon hosts many area attractions including three different golf
courses, the hand-crafted cheeses of Face Rock Creamery, the West
Coast Game Park Safari, and many spots for fishing, birding, cycling,
and more.
This house, belonging to regular and generous donors Bill Templeman
and Don English, is a yearly favorite among auction attendees. Don’t
pass this opportunity by. Based on availability from Oct 1 through May
31 (no holidays or spring break).
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ITEM #12 | GOINES PRICELESS COLLECTION
The “Goines PRICELESS Collection” is generously offered by Al and
Virginia Silbowitz of Grizzly Peak Winery in Ashland. It includes:
• A special boxed and designed set of 12 bottles of the finest wine from
Grizzly Peak Vineyards, each bottle of which is highlighted by a custom
designed Lunar Calendar wine label. These are unique labels created by
a well-known artist, David Goines, for our award winning Grizzly Peak
Vineyard here in Ashland.
• A special poster of Goines’ Lunar Calendar wine labels. This collection
is a must-have for the artistic wine-lover.
• A private tour and tasting for 12, including hors d’oeuvres at their
Event Center.
The date can be arranged between the winning bidder and the winery
owners, Al & Virginia Silbowitz, who can be reached at (541) 482-5700.
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ITEM #13 | NOAH’S WILDERNESS ADVENTURES
ITEM #14 | HORSEBACK RIDING & RANCH BBQ
If you have ever wanted to camp under the Oregon stars next to the
rushing river and experience life in the wild with a guide who will be
your chef as well as companion for 4 days and 3 nights, here is your
opportunity to enjoy a phenomenal river trip on the Rogue River.
A $100 paddle bid item (up to maximum of 6) for an evening
“Horseback Riding and Ranch BBQ” outing. Includes horses, an
instructor & a traditional Ranch BBQ dinner. This is an opportunity for
fun with a small group of your friends, or with new friends.
The winning bidder will participate in a wilderness rafting vacation on
the world famous Rogue river. Our on-the-water trip format gives you
the choice of active participation or full relaxation. You get to choose
whatever feels right for you — be it in one of our Paddle Rafts, one of
our one or two-person, self-bailing, inflatable kayaks or in the comfort
of our large rafts which have padded seats with back rests. This is truly
a river that should be on everybody’s list of “things to see and do”.
Noah’s food is freshly prepared and of the highest quality. Breakfast,
lunch, hors d’oeuvres, dinner and dessert are expertly prepared and
served.
Enjoy a warm, relaxing sunset ride in the rolling hills near Eagle Point.
Led by Kim Ewalt of the J & P Ranch, you might view ranch cattle
grazing, deer and elk bounding through the trees, or osprey, hawks,
and eagles commanding the skies. During this trail ride at the Ranch,
the view of Agate Lake will take your breath away. The ride will be
followed by a chuck wagon style dinner under the stars sponsored by
Russ Hannan and Sasha Borenstein. This evening is to be arranged with
the six successful bidders in July, 2015.
Contact Noah’s for further exciting details, or the purchase of additional
spots on the adventure: (541) 261-2677
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Located at 1524 Dry Creek Rd in Eagle Point, J & P Ranch is nestled
on 124 acres of woods, pastures, ponds, and streams. They offer horse
training (and new-owner training) as well as trail riding for all skill levels.
You can get more information from the Ranch at (541) 830-0166.
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ITEM #15 | ELEGANT CUSTOM FINISHED MIRRORS
ITEM #16 | PASTA PIATTI DINNER FOR 12
From world renowned ‘Aesthetic Mirror’ in Los Angeles, and graciously
donated by Martin Steele, son of Joan Steele, and president of
Aesthetic Mirror, Inc.
This donation will be hosted by Head Chef And Owner Tom Beam, with
wines provided by Temple members Debra and Larry Wolfson
Aesthetic Mirror’s superb construction and finishing is
recognized throughout the hospitality and design industries. A leading
manufacturer of decorative mirrors, frames for guestroom artwork,
and custom art display fabrication, Aesthetic Mirror’s domestically
produced, quality products are always in demand from designers,
hotels, art consultants and purchasing agents serving the world of
hospitality and design. You’ll find Aesthetic Mirror custom products in
the guestrooms and public areas of hotels around the globe.
1st offering: Van Eyck side-paneled mirror 4’ x 2’ ($600)
2nd offering: Mateo Oval mirror 39” x 27” ($400)
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Where will you find such an opportunity again? Tom Beam takes
enormous pride in his culinary preparations, and many of us here at TES
can vouch for the tremendous personal attention he gives his guests at
these special dinners.
Here’s your chance to celebrate that special evening with family and
friends at Ashland’s Pasta Piatti with Chef Tom Beam himself! A four
course dinner with wine and music, to be arranged with the winning
bidder for Fall 2015. The new designed back patio, named the Piatti
Pavilion for its old Church beams used to create a historical pavilion
ambience, will hopefully be open for you to enjoy the Ashland sky
during your Fall dining experience. Who can resist the Italian fine cuisine
prepared by Chef Beam? Thrill to the tales of his concoctions and
exquisite choices from a variety of fine Italian food.
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ITEM #17 | “A WINE LOVERS OUTING FOR 12”
AT SOUTH STAGE CELLARS IN JACKSONVILLE
Gather your friends and head out to charming and historic Jacksonville.
Treat your guests to the delightful attentions of a private server, light
appetizers, and an evening of libations. Learn the techniques of wine
drinking and appreciate the many ways to experience the finest wines
available in the Rogue Valley.
Tarry a while in the presence of a connoisseur who will introduce you to
some of the finest wines that Oregon vineyards can offer. A pittance for
an evening of great pleasure for you and your friends.
ITEM #18 | INSTANT WINE CELLAR
A Wine Cellar to be envied: 48 bottles of Oregon’s and California’s
most popular wines from some of our best cellars and vintners,
gathered for your pleasure and instant convenience.
This variety of fine wines is drawn from the increasing recognized,
frequented, and award-winning Oregon and California wineries,
including those from the beautiful vineyards on the hills of Ashland and
Medford. You will be proud of the contents of your new wine cellar.
The woody and musky merlot, cabernet sauvignon, syrah; the light
and fruity pinot gris and chardonnay from the grapes nurtured in the
rich soil, warm sun, and light rains of Southern Oregon and Northern
California: dessert wines and summer wines — all yours if you are the
winning bidder! Make it a night to remember, and many follow-on
nights, from your own private new collection.
Currently valued at well over $1000. Top bid gets them all.
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ITEM #19 | A SUMMER DINNER PARTY FOR 10 AT
THE PALLET WINE COMPANY
A Summer Dinner Party for 10 at the Pallet Wine Company: The highest
bidder gets to create a special menu (appetizers & three course meal)
with Nora LaBrocca of Downtown Market Co, and invite your friends
to enjoy this summer dinner served in the exclusive barrel wine cellar
at Pallet Wine Co. Linda Donovan, winemaker and owner, will provide
a tour of this custom
crush facility as you
make your way to
the cellar and your
dining table to feast
on your special meal
and toast with superb
wines provided by
Pallet Wine Co. Dinner
date to be set for any
Thursday evening in
the months of June or
July.
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CASINO MITZVAH NIGHT PRIZES
See the tables
full of prizes
(for purchase
possibilities &
gaming chip
redemptions)
near the piano
and just in
front of
the Bimah
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SPECIAL THANKS
Auctioneer
Ron Burgess
M.C.
Bella Feldman
Beverage Donations
Barbara and Steve Dierks, Peter Adesman, Mack Bandler, Tom
Treger, Lee Weisel, Judd Robbins, Lisa Horwitch, Larry and
Debra Wolfson, Matt Messner, Neil Sechan, Marilyn Borkin, Bill
Harris, Market of Choice, Grizzly Peak Winery, Wooldridge Creek
Winery, Schmidt Family Vineyards, Red Lily Vineyards, Ledger
David Cellars, South Stage Cellars, Cliff Creek Cellars, and the
Standing Stone Brewery
Digital Art
Amanda Denbeck
(S.O.U. student
EMDA & BFA Graphic Design Major)
Food
Greenleaf (Mediterranean)
Loft (French)
Olive Garden (Italian)
Rogue Creamery (Cheeses)
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Boasting beautifully appointed Italian style interiors,
upper deck, and tasting bars, Belle Fiore Winery provides
a breathtaking backdrop for an afternoon entertaining
friends or a relaxing romantic getaway.
Open year-round, Wednesday 11:30am-8:00pm
Thursday – Saturday 11:30am-9:00pm
Sunday 10:30am-8:00pm*
Wednesday through Saturday evenings.
Visit our website for more information.
www.BelleFioreWine.com
Belle Fiore Winery is proud to produce and
serve delicious, premium wines, and carefully
selected food pairings. We offer incredible
views, a stunning event space, fun and
friendly staff and a delightful atmosphere.
Everyone welcome!
Try our Reserve Tasting Flight
Fridays 2:00pm-5:00pm*
*Seasonal hours subject to change.
Please visit our website for current hours.
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