GOING GOLD: Auction Teasers

• Featured Item: 2010 MTV Video Music Awards for Two.
  Treat yourself or the pop-music lover in your life to an unforgettable trip to one of TV's most buzzed-about shows — The 2010 MTV Video Music Awards, to be held this fall in Los Angeles or New York (location to be determined by Viacom). Last year's show featured appearances by Janet Jackson, Beyoncé, and Lady Gaga. This package, which would make an incredible birthday or graduation present, includes two tickets to the show, ground transportation to and from the event, a hotel stay for one night, and two coach airline tickets if applicable. Truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.


• Summer in Stratton: Two-night stay in a beautiful condominium at Stratton Mountain between June 1 and August 31, 2010. Date to be mutually agreed upon. No holiday weekend.


• Private Neuberger Museum Tour: Join Executive Director Tom Collins for a dynamic visit of the Spring 2010 Exhibition along with a behind the scenes tour of the Museum. For ten guests, date to be mutually agreed upon.


• A Rare Visit: Up to ten lucky people will tour the New York Botanical Garden’s rare book room, which houses the world’s most comprehensive library of horticultural and botanical materials. Tours are given Monday through Friday between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.


• A Stylish Business: Seal the deal with this elegant men’s Kenneth Cole Brief Case that will stand the test of time. Imported pebble leather, room for a laptop, detachable nylon shoulder strap.


• Off to the Ballet: You and a guest are off to the New York City Ballet on Tuesday, June 1, 2010, for a viewing of the final dress rehearsal and evening performance of Mauro Bigonzetti’s NEW ballet, “After the Rain.”


• Catch the Bouquet: Celebrity Wedding Planner David Tutera has filled a basket with some of his favorite delights. A handmade vase, home fragrances, letterpress note cards, and MORE.


• Zagat Recommends: London Lennie’s in Queens! Take a town car and enjoy an evening of fine dining at the “Jewel in the Boroughs.” This leading seafood restaurant hosts the area’s finest raw bar and was honored with the 2007 & 2008 Wine Enthusiast Award of Distinction and 2008 & 2009 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.


• Saks and Back: Enjoy a gift basket from Saks Fifth Avenue plus “Glitter and Gems” makeovers and mimosas party for six at Saks Fifth Avenue in Greenwich. Day and time to be mutually agreed upon.