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#1 – A Stellar Wine Cellar
Back by popular demand is our stellar Wine Cellar. Enjoy an eclectic world of wines with this 100 + bottle collection featuring a diverse selection of hand picked wines from around the world. You and your friends can enjoy the crispness of a Pinot Grigio, the boldness of a hearty Cabernet, of the oakiness of the Chardonnay.
Value: $5,000.00
Generously Donated By: Friends of JDRF

#2 – Rock on! Suite to Van Halen
You and 11 guests will enjoy terrific seats in a luxury suite at Toyota Center as you listen to legendary rock and roll groupVan Halen on Sunday, June 24, 2012. Brothers Eddie and Alex Van Halen formed the hard rock band, with bassist Michael Anthony and singer David Lee Roth in 1972. They’ve sold over 75 million albums world wide and had the most #1 hits on Billboard Mainstream Rock. Also includes 4 parking passes.
Value: $5,000.00
Generously Donated By: BP America

#3 – Bahama Mama! 7 Days in Exuma
You and your guest will enjoy 7 days and 6 nights stay in a luxury villa in Exuma, The Bahamas – unique in both location and design. Spacious and modern, enjoy fresh air and blue skies, lounge on white powdered sand and gaze across beautiful deep blue ocean. Package includes airport transporation in Houston and upon Island arrival and departure, and a half day island tour.
Value: $3,200.00
Generously Donated By: Ms. Pamela Fazzone & Mr.Clyde Lea, and Towne Car

#4 – Go Texans!
Get front and center with the Texans! Football lovers can experience the ultimate as they take in a home game during the 2012 season. Start "on the field" with 4 sideline passes for the pre-game, and then move to the Club level and enjoy the day's action. Your experience does not end there. On a date to be agreed, four people will get to enjoy a Texans Field day, which includes a drill with two Texans, a tour of the field, weight room, training room and locker room. Texans cheerleaders will be on hand for pictures. To top off this priceless package, you will receive a JJ Watt autographed football and jersey! Game day will be mutually agreed upon.
Value: $4,645.00
Generously Donated By: The Houston Texans Foundation, Amegy Bank of Texas, and JJ Watt

#5 – Lone Star Hunt
Four hunters will enjoy a 4-day, 3-night guided trophy axis hunt on a 4,000-acre ranch in the Texas Hill Country. This package begins and ends with private air transportation from Houston to Del Rio on King Air and includes one trophy axis buck per hunter each with an experienced guide who will handle the field dressing and the cleaning of your trophy axis buck. This package includes all meals in VIP accommodations, ground transportation, and a variety of other activities. At night, on game drives, hunters will also be allowed to shoot hogs, porcupines, foxes, bobcats, cougars and any other predators. There will be staff on hand to attend to the hunters every need.
Value: $14,500
Generously Donated By: Rancho Los Canones

#6 – Shake It Up!
You and three guests will enjoy studio passes for a live taping of Disney's latest hit show, "Shake it Up!" and an opportunity to meet with the cast after the taping. Your vacation will continue with passes for 4 to Disneyland. Also included are -2 nights at the Anaheim Marriott and 2 Southwest Airlines vouchers.
Value: The Ultimate Disney Experience
Generously Donated By: Anaheim Marriot, Amy and John Cone, and Finish Strong Sports Raymond Cooper

#7 – The Big Easy –Saints, Seafood and More!
The Big Easy beckons and it won't disappoint. Enjoy a New Orleans Tourism and Seafood Experience. You will enjoy two tickets for a Sunday Saints game at the Superdome, conveniently located near the New Orleans Hyatt, where you will be staying for two nights. No visit is complete without sampling the world famous cuisine. You'll have gift certificates for Chef John Besh's restaurant, Borgne, which features Coastal Louisiana Cuisine and at GW Fins located in the French Quarter. This package also includes autographed and framed jersey by New Orleans Saints kicker, Thomas Morstead, and a John Besh cook book, signed by the award winning chef.
Value: Fun in The Big Easy
Generously Donated By: BP America, Thomas Morstead, Patricia and Larry Wright

#8 – Art by Zach Barfuss
Artist Zach Barfuss will create a custom masterpiece to display in your home. With his unique and expressive use of acrylic and canvas Zach will create a one-of-a-kind abstract painting that you're sure to enjoy.
Value: Priceless
Generously Donated By: Art by Zach

#9 – Exclusive Resorts Luxury Destination Club
Imagine having the best of all worlds when you go on vacation: the spacious comforts of a multi-million dollar private residence, the services and amenities of a luxury resort, and none of the hassle! That’s what you’ll experience with Exclusive Resorts, the world’s leading luxury destination club. This package includes a 4-night stay at the destination of your choice inclusive of Bonita Beach, Florida; Deer Valley, Utah; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands; Los Cabos, Mexico; Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica; Real Del Mar, PV, Mexico; Scottsdale, Arizona; Steamboat Springs, Colorado; or Telluride, Colorado.
Value: $15,000
Generously Donated By: Exclusive Resorts

#10 – Puppy Love
Play fetch with this little lady!!! Meet the newest addition to your family – an adorable white lab female puppy born on Valentine’s Day! Package includes a basket of puppy essentials.
Value: Years of love
Generously Donated By: William Hagans, Erica and Cory Kaiser

#11 – Aspen Awaits
Enjoy a 4-bedroom condo for a 7 night stay September 22-29, 2012 at the luxurious Residences of Little Nell. The Residences of Little Nell is a Colorado mountain destination for all seasons located in Aspen, where the excitement of America's most famous mountain town is enjoyed for both summer and winter adventures. You will have the most convenient access to mountains, tennis, golf, fly-fishing, and art. Relax and enjoy your accomodations and experience complete rejuvenation of mind, body and spirit. Package includes Towne Car transportation in Houston.
Value: Rocky Mountain High
Generously Donated By: Dr. Alana Spiwak and Mr. Sam Stolbun, Towne Car

#12 – Auto Enthusiast's Dream
Houston Motor Club, Houston’s only supercar country club, presents a Modena Membership as the next auction item. The lucky recipient of this membership will become part of an elite group of members with access to the world’s most desirable marques - Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bentley, Porsche, Aston Martin and many others, all without the typical burdens of ownership like maintenance, insurance or depreciation. Also, full access to the Marque, featuring several ultra luxurious cocktail lounging areas; cigar lounge with private humidors, billiards room, wine room with private wine cellar storage, poker room, tequila library with personal bottle storage and much more. Package includes fully paid Modena Membership Joining Fees, fully paid first three months dues, during which time you will be entitled to 6 driving days and full access to the Marque, to continue membership beyond the 3 months simply just begin paying the monthly dues.
Value: $18,500.00
Generously Donated By: Houston Motor Club

#13 – Track and Field Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon
Tickets are hard to get, but you have nothing to worry about, as you and three guests will have grand stand seating for all of the U.S. Olympic Team Track & Field Trials, the largest national championship track meet in the world. Your passes will give you entrance to every day and every event, courtesy of BP, an official sponsor of the 2012 London Olympic Games and a sponsor of Team USA. A once every four year event featuring America’s finest, the trials are at the University of Oregon in Eugene, June 22 through July 1. Stay for part or all of the events. Package includes 4 roundtrip tickets from United Airlines and an American Express gift card for hotel. You will also receive Olympic merchandise including jackets, tops, journals, pens and cups as well as signed track and field athlete “Hero” cards, featuring Olympic medalists.
Value: $4,650.00
Generously Donated By: BP America, and United Airlines

#14 – 8-Day South African Safari
Experience every hunter’s dream on an 8-Day South African Safari. Trip includes two hunters and two observers, a $2,000 credit towards any trophy fee and accommodations at the Quagga Safari Lodge, located in South Africa near the Botswana border. The lodge features first class accommodations with private suites, swimming pool, billiard room, and nightly star gazing around the fire. In addition to guided hunts, excursions such as shopping, golf and lion walks can be arranged.
Value: $12,000.00
Generously Donated By: Quagga Safaris

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	#1 – A Stellar Wine Cellar Back by popular demand is our stellar Wine Cellar. Enjoy an eclectic world of wines with this 100 + bottle collection featuring a diverse selection of hand picked wines from around the world. You and your friends can enjoy the crispness of a Pinot Grigio, the boldness of a hearty Cabernet, of the oakiness of the Chardonnay. Value: $5,000.00 Generously Donated By: Friends of JDRF
	#2 – Rock on! Suite to Van Halen You and 11 guests will enjoy terrific seats in a luxury suite at Toyota Center as you listen to legendary rock and roll groupVan Halen on Sunday, June 24, 2012. Brothers Eddie and Alex Van Halen formed the hard rock band, with bassist Michael Anthony and singer David Lee Roth in 1972. They’ve sold over 75 million albums world wide and had the most #1 hits on Billboard Mainstream Rock. Also includes 4 parking passes. *Value: $5,000.00* Generously Donated By: BP America
	#3 – Bahama Mama! 7 Days in Exuma You and your guest will enjoy 7 days and 6 nights stay in a luxury villa in Exuma, The Bahamas – unique in both location and design. Spacious and modern, enjoy fresh air and blue skies, lounge on white powdered sand and gaze across beautiful deep blue ocean. Package includes airport transporation in Houston and upon Island arrival and departure, and a half day island tour. *Value: $3,200.00* Generously Donated By: Ms. Pamela Fazzone & Mr.Clyde Lea, and Towne Car
	#4 – Go Texans! Get front and center with the Texans! Football lovers can experience the ultimate as they take in a home game during the 2012 season. Start "on the field" with 4 sideline passes for the pre-game, and then move to the Club level and enjoy the day's action. Your experience does not end there. On a date to be agreed, four people will get to enjoy a Texans Field day, which includes a drill with two Texans, a tour of the field, weight room, training room and locker room. Texans cheerleaders will be on hand for pictures. To top off this priceless package, you will receive a JJ Watt autographed football and jersey! Game day will be mutually agreed upon. *Value: $4,645.00* Generously Donated By: The Houston Texans Foundation, Amegy Bank of Texas, and JJ Watt
	#5 – Lone Star Hunt Four hunters will enjoy a 4-day, 3-night guided trophy axis hunt on a 4,000-acre ranch in the Texas Hill Country. This package begins and ends with private air transportation from Houston to Del Rio on King Air and includes one trophy axis buck per hunter each with an experienced guide who will handle the field dressing and the cleaning of your trophy axis buck. This package includes all meals in VIP accommodations, ground transportation, and a variety of other activities. At night, on game drives, hunters will also be allowed to shoot hogs, porcupines, foxes, bobcats, cougars and any other predators. There will be staff on hand to attend to the hunters every need. *Value: $14,500* Generously Donated By: Rancho Los Canones
	#6 – Shake It Up! You and three guests will enjoy studio passes for a live taping of Disney's latest hit show, "Shake it Up!" and an opportunity to meet with the cast after the taping. Your vacation will continue with passes for 4 to Disneyland. Also included are -2 nights at the Anaheim Marriott and 2 Southwest Airlines vouchers. *Value: The Ultimate Disney Experience* Generously Donated By: Anaheim Marriot, Amy and John Cone, and Finish Strong Sports Raymond Cooper
	#7 – The Big Easy –Saints, Seafood and More! The Big Easy beckons and it won't disappoint. Enjoy a New Orleans Tourism and Seafood Experience. You will enjoy two tickets for a Sunday Saints game at the Superdome, conveniently located near the New Orleans Hyatt, where you will be staying for two nights. No visit is complete without sampling the world famous cuisine. You'll have gift certificates for Chef John Besh's restaurant, Borgne, which features Coastal Louisiana Cuisine and at GW Fins located in the French Quarter. This package also includes autographed and framed jersey by New Orleans Saints kicker, Thomas Morstead, and a John Besh cook book, signed by the award winning chef. *Value: Fun in The Big Easy* Generously Donated By: BP America, Thomas Morstead, Patricia and Larry Wright
	#8 – Art by Zach Barfuss Artist Zach Barfuss will create a custom masterpiece to display in your home. With his unique and expressive use of acrylic and canvas Zach will create a one-of-a-kind abstract painting that you're sure to enjoy. *Value: Priceless* Generously Donated By: Art by Zach
	#9 – Exclusive Resorts Luxury Destination Club Imagine having the best of all worlds when you go on vacation: the spacious comforts of a multi-million dollar private residence, the services and amenities of a luxury resort, and none of the hassle! That’s what you’ll experience with Exclusive Resorts, the world’s leading luxury destination club. This package includes a 4-night stay at the destination of your choice inclusive of Bonita Beach, Florida; Deer Valley, Utah; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands; Los Cabos, Mexico; Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica; Real Del Mar, PV, Mexico; Scottsdale, Arizona; Steamboat Springs, Colorado; or Telluride, Colorado. *Value: $15,000* Generously Donated By: Exclusive Resorts
	#10 – Puppy Love Play fetch with this little lady!!! Meet the newest addition to your family – an adorable white lab female puppy born on Valentine’s Day! Package includes a basket of puppy essentials. *Value: Years of love* Generously Donated By: William Hagans, Erica and Cory Kaiser
	#11 – Aspen Awaits Enjoy a 4-bedroom condo for a 7 night stay September 22-29, 2012 at the luxurious Residences of Little Nell. The Residences of Little Nell is a Colorado mountain destination for all seasons located in Aspen, where the excitement of America's most famous mountain town is enjoyed for both summer and winter adventures. You will have the most convenient access to mountains, tennis, golf, fly-fishing, and art. Relax and enjoy your accomodations and experience complete rejuvenation of mind, body and spirit. Package includes Towne Car transportation in Houston. Value: Rocky Mountain High Generously Donated By: Dr. Alana Spiwak and Mr. Sam Stolbun, Towne Car
	#12 – Auto Enthusiast's Dream Houston Motor Club, Houston’s only supercar country club, presents a Modena Membership as the next auction item. The lucky recipient of this membership will become part of an elite group of members with access to the world’s most desirable marques - Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bentley, Porsche, Aston Martin and many others, all without the typical burdens of ownership like maintenance, insurance or depreciation. Also, full access to the Marque, featuring several ultra luxurious cocktail lounging areas; cigar lounge with private humidors, billiards room, wine room with private wine cellar storage, poker room, tequila library with personal bottle storage and much more. Package includes fully paid Modena Membership Joining Fees, fully paid first three months dues, during which time you will be entitled to 6 driving days and full access to the Marque, to continue membership beyond the 3 months simply just begin paying the monthly dues. *Value: $18,500.00* Generously Donated By: Houston Motor Club
	#13 – Track and Field Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon Tickets are hard to get, but you have nothing to worry about, as you and three guests will have grand stand seating for all of the U.S. Olympic Team Track & Field Trials, the largest national championship track meet in the world. Your passes will give you entrance to every day and every event, courtesy of BP, an official sponsor of the 2012 London Olympic Games and a sponsor of Team USA. A once every four year event featuring America’s finest, the trials are at the University of Oregon in Eugene, June 22 through July 1. Stay for part or all of the events. Package includes 4 roundtrip tickets from United Airlines and an American Express gift card for hotel. You will also receive Olympic merchandise including jackets, tops, journals, pens and cups as well as signed track and field athlete “Hero” cards, featuring Olympic medalists. *Value: $4,650.00* Generously Donated By: BP America, and United Airlines
	#14 – 8-Day South African Safari Experience every hunter’s dream on an 8-Day South African Safari. Trip includes two hunters and two observers, a $2,000 credit towards any trophy fee and accommodations at the Quagga Safari Lodge, located in South Africa near the Botswana border. The lodge features first class accommodations with private suites, swimming pool, billiard room, and nightly star gazing around the fire. In addition to guided hunts, excursions such as shopping, golf and lion walks can be arranged. Value: $12,000.00 Generously Donated By: Quagga Safaris