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Live Auction Item #1
Seven-night "Danube Explorer" Cruise for Two form Viking River Cruises
Value: $5,200

Enjoy an eight-day cruise for two from Nuremberg to Vienna aboard the Viking Spirit! Additional stops in Regensburg, Passau, Linz and Melk, with six guided tours, including old world highlights, port lectures and folkloric entertainment. Amenities include welcome reception and dinner, Captain's farewell dinner, five additional dinners, seven breakfasts and six lunches. "A timeless trip down the Danube River where you discover the beauty of Germany and Austria and are warmly welcomed by the locals. Sail through the enchanting Wachau Valley and Bavarian countryside and experience the magic!" Terms and conditions: Valid on any available 2008 sailings. A 90 days prior departure booking restriction applies. Cabin: Category B. Itinerary may be reversed.

Live Auction Item #2
Donated by Gary Phillips, President of the San Diego Chamber Orchestra Exclusive Resorts Luxury Residence Club
Value: $10,000

Experience four consecutive nights in a single club residence located at the winner's choice of Los Cabos, Mexico, Scottsdale, Arizona or Snowmass, Colorado. With an average value of $3 million, each residence includes three or four bedroom suites, personalized concierge services and daily housekeeping while in residence and are often ideally located near luxurious spas, championship golf courses and legendary ski resorts. Terms and conditions: Residence use is subject to availability and must take place between May 1st and November 1st; must be completed within one year of the charitable event; and may not occur during any seven-day period designated by the club that includes Memorial Day, the Fourth of July or Labor Day. Travel and incidental expenses are not included. Any tax consequences of donations are the sole responsibility of the donating club member and winner.

Live Auction Item #3
Re-live your youthful driving days!!!
San Diego Classic and Muscle Cars has provided this mint condition 1965 Mustang GT vintage car.

This beautiful 1965 Ford Mustang Coupe has automatic transmission, factory air conditioning, power sterring, power brakes, road lamps, beautiful charcoal met paint and new red leather seats and interior. The car was built in San Jose, California, and sold new in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a rust-free Mustang, and has a 289'225 "A" code engine, dual trumpet exhaust, new tires and wheels, is fully serviced, detailed, and is ready for show or cruise!

Terms and conditions: San Diego Classic and Muscle Cars will provide a 30-day/500 mile (whichever occurs first) power train warranty (engine, transmission and rear differential). San Diego Classic and Muscle Cars will administer any repairs as needed within those terms. Winning bidder is responsible for sales tax on reserve price as well as DMV and related fees. Note: This item has a reserve (minimum price). The Orchestra will receive only the amount bid above the reserve price.

Live Auction item #4
Private home of Albert and Gay Hugo-Martinez, former President of the San Diego Chamber Orchestra
Experience a unique vacation in Deer Valley
Value: $8,500

Rated the #1 ski resort in North America by Ski Magazine. Ski the finest powder on earth at Deer Valley, Utah, or fly fish in the Provo River - winter or summer. Enjoy five nights in a very private home in Silver Lake Village next to the plaza with its restaurants, shops and lift ticket windows! Walk out the back door onto the Homestead Ski run and ski just a few feet to all of the Upper Deer Valley lifts, taking you to the tops of the mountains! Two master king bedroom suites with ensuite bathrooms and luxury bedding, private hot tub, outdoor swimming pool, steam room and gym. Your hosts, Albert and Gay Hugo-Martinez, and Zoe, their standard poodle, will welcome you with wine from their private cellar and will prepare your breakfast daily. Truly a remarkable experience! Terms and conditions: Dates to be agreed upon with owner.

Live Auction Item #5
The San Diego Chamber Orchestra Mini-Golf Tournament at The Bridges for three-threesomes with a member
Value: $5,000

Awards will go to the winning team! Golf, lunch and a bottle of "Bridges Wine" for all players! Come and enjoy this spectacular course designed by the Robert Trent Jones II Group. The Bridges' private par 71 course boasts five sets of tees, playing almost 7,000 yards from the tips. Its dramatic terrain, lakes, streams, and superb landscaping and maintenance make it both mentally challenging and visually stimulating. In 2003, 2004 and again in 2005, the Bridges played host to the Battle at The Bridges. Millions of U.S. and international television viewers marveled at the spectacular Bridges course while watching Tiger Woods and John Daly battle Phil Mickelson and Retief Goosen in an exciting best ball team match. http://www.thebridgesrsf.com/whatsnew/whatsnew.asp Terms and conditions: Expiration - December 31, 2008. Blackout days - holidays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays.

Live Auction Item #6
Donated by kathleen and Steve Davis and Chef Philippe Verpiand A Sumptuous Dinner at the Home of Kathleen and Steve Davis
Value: Priceless!!!

Eight guests will join Jung-Ho Pak and his wife, Erica Horn, at the Davis' lovely home for a very special evening of fine dining, music and camaraderie. Your dinner will be prepared at the Davis' home by one of San Diego's premiere chefs, Philippe Verpiand, owner of Cavaillon Restaurant. Chef Philippe has received numerous awards, including: Best New Restaurant 2006, San Diego Magazine; Best Dunday Brunch 2007, San Diego Magazine; Best of Citysearch, French Food 2007. Your evening will begin with cocktails, champagne and delectable hors d'oeuvres, and will feature "A Very Special Musical Interlude!" You will then sit down to an elegant gourmet dinner accompanied by wines from the private Davis wine cellar. The finale will be a special Philippe dessert with fine wines. A truly MAGICAL evening not to be missed!!! Terms and conditions: A 90 days prior booking required for the month of December.