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Benefit Brunch Sunday, April 10, 2016

Silent Auction

(Auction items as of April 1, 2016)

Payment Acceptable forms of payment are check, VISA, MasterCard, AMEX, and Discover. Cash cannot be accepted. All items must be picked up and paid for in full at the event. Disclaimers All sales are final. No exchanges or refunds on auction items are permitted, except where otherwise noted. All items are sold “as-is” without recourse. Astral makes no warranty as to product performance or safety. Please read the auction item vouchers and certificates carefully—some items have limitations or blackout dates.

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The Items

Astral Artist Recitals ITEM 101: Pianist Henry Kramer, private recital “Nearly flawless…astonishingly confident technique…he dazzled the ear…There’s not much more to say than, ‘Wow!’” (Cleveland Classical Review). Henry performs a 45-minute private recital program. Must be a private recital; the artist may not be engaged for background music or for music within a ceremony. Courtesy of: Henry Kramer Fair Market Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $800 Incremental Bid: $100 Buy-It-Now: $1,500 ITEM 102: Violinist Nikki Chooi & cellist Christine Lamprea, private recital The New Zealand Herald touts Nikki Chooi’s “blistering passion” and Incident Light called Christine Lamprea “a firebrand.” Together Nikki and Christine perform a 45-minute private recital program. Must be a private recital; the artists may not be engaged for background music or for music within a ceremony. Courtesy of: Nikki Chooi & Christine Lamprea Fair Market Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $800 Incremental Bid: $100 Buy-It-Now: $1,500 ITEM 103: Violinist Danbi Um, private recital “Mesmerizing grace” (New York Classical Review). She “graced the music at every moment” (Oberon’s Grove). Danbi and her accompanying pianist perform a 45-minute private recital program. Must be a private recital; the artists may not be engaged for background music or for music within a ceremony. Courtesy of: Danbi Um Fair Market Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $800 Incremental Bid: $100 Buy-It-Now: $1,500

Astral Boutique

ITEM 201: Freshwater pearl necklace & earring set, by Susan Meier Gold and freshwater pearls make the perfect pair in this necklace and earring set from Susan Meier. The necklace of pearls sit on a 16” gold-filled chain, and the earrings feature a single freshwater pearl on gold vermeil ovals. Courtesy of: Susan Meier Fair Market Value: $90 Opening Bid: $50 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $110

ITEM 202: Leather shoulder bag This uniquely shaped shoulder bag is handcrafted in brown and black textured leather. 10” high x 10” wide. 2” deep. 21” strap. Courtesy of: Joan Goldstein Fair Market Value: $250 Opening Bid: $150 Incremental Bid: $20 Buy-It-Now: $230 ITEM 203: Silver & sodalite pendant Sodalite has healing properties, bringing inner peace. The rich royal blue Brazilian gemstone is the focal point of this handcrafted, sterling silver pendant by Joshi Jewelry. Courtesy of: Joshi Rodriguez-Slobodien, Joshi Jewelry Fair Market Value: $240 Opening Bid: $150 Incremental Bid: $20 Buy-It-Now: $270 ITEM 204: Oovoo designer handbag Asian and Western influences make this distinctive bag a handcrafted work of art. 100% hand-embroidery means no two Oovoo bags are alike. Leather, suede, and silk. 12” high x 14” wide. 3.5” deep. 9” drop handle. Courtesy of: Joan Goldstein Fair Market Value: $350 Opening Bid: $170 Incremental Bid: $20 Buy-It-Now: $330 ITEM 205: Matilda Jane “Gloria” tween’s dress The carefree, multi-patterned “Gloria” dress from Matilda Jane is perfect for summertime. Or pair it with a long-sleeved tee and leggings for a colorful fall outfit. Tween size 10. Size runs large. Courtesy of: Kelly Irwin Adams Fair Market Value: $65 Opening Bid: $30 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $70 ITEM 206: Custom shoemaker gift certificate, from Robert Mathews A $100 gift certificate towards a pair of Robert Mathews custom-made shoes, in the style and leather of your choice. Rob grew up in a shoe-making family and learned his craft at an early age. He’ll work with you to create a pair of shoes that are a pleasure to wear, for both fit and style. Choose from a selection of original and classic styles, or Rob is happy to work from a design you provide to achieve the elegance and comfort you desire. Courtesy of: Robert Mathews Custom Shoemaker Fair Market Value: $100 Opening Bid: $50 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $90

ITEM 207: Toddler girl’s summer outfit This dress-and-bloomers set is just the cutest thing ever! Your little toddler will charm in her ladybugs and daisies. Age 18 months-2 years. Courtesy of: Vera Wilson Fair Market Value: $50 Opening Bid: $25 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $60 ITEM 208: PONO necklace PONO is luxury, Italian-made resin jewelry. This centerpiece necklace has 4 beaded strands in shades of burnished gold and brown. Courtesy of: Sophy Curson Fair Market Value: $350 Opening Bid: $150 Incremental Bid: $20 Buy-It-Now: $310 ITEM 209: Matilda Jane “Sienna” girl’s dress Matilda Jane’s clothing designs are youthful, playful, and expressive. Their signature whimsical approach to texture, pattern, and color capture the spirit and imagination of childhood. This darling woven dress is in shades of peach and blue, with aqua ribbon trim. Girl’s size 6. Size runs large. Courtesy of: Kelly Irwin Adams Fair Market Value: $55 Opening Bid: $25 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $60 ITEM 210: MPR nest necklace MPR Jewelry fans are flocking to the “nest necklace.” Meghan Patrice Riley’s delicate creation, nestled in overlapping loops of stainless steel wire with nylon coating and eggs of pearls and semi-precious stones sits snugly in this lightweight and intricate design. With sterling silver/14k gold-fill crimps. All stones sourced within the U.S. Courtesy of: Bonnie & Michael Slobodien Fair Market Value: $230 Opening Bid: $160 Incremental Bid: $20 Buy-It-Now: $260 ITEM 211: Black sapphire & pearl necklace, by Deborah Finn’s Rittenhouse Jewelers This opulent dazzler will be the star of your special evening! 8 strands of black sapphire, black spinel, and pearls. 28”. Courtesy of: Laura Picciano Fair Market Value: $2,200 Opening Bid: $1,500 Incremental Bid: $100

Philly Fun ITEM 301: Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia tickets & Stephen Starr dinner, for 2 First, dine at any Stephen Starr restaurant of your choice with a $50 gift card, then hear The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia with 2 tickets to its May 16, 2016 concert at the Kimmel Center—“Mendelssohn/Brossé/Mozart,” featuring violinist Lana Trotovsek. Dinner gift card and concert tickets may be used on separate occasions. Courtesy of: The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia & Deborah Glass Fair Market Value: $150 Opening Bid: $80 Incremental Bid: $10 Buy-It-Now: $140 ITEM 302: Philadelphia Museum of Art, for 4 Enjoy a day at the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art, for up to 4 people. The Museum’s collection offers something for everyone, from the seasoned art connoisseur to the young, budding enthusiast, with a range of American art, costumes and textiles, photography, modern art, European art and sculptures, Indian and Himalayan art, and much more. Includes a copy of the Philadelphia Museum of Art Handbook. Valid through November 29, 2016. Courtesy of: Philadelphia Museum of Art Fair Market Value: $105 Opening Bid: $50 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $110 ITEM 303: National Museum of American Jewish History, for 4 The only museum in the nation dedicated exclusively to exploring and interpreting the American Jewish experience, NMAJH explores American Jewish identity through lectures, panel discussions, authors’ talks, films, children’s activities, theater, and music. The Museum has displayed more than 100 exhibitions, and is the repository of the largest collection of Jewish Americana in the world. 4 entrance passes, with no expiration.

Courtesy of: National Museum of American Jewish History Fair Market Value: $48 Opening Bid: $25 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $55 ITEM 304: Morris Arboretum, for 4 Spend some QT with family and friends exploring the 92-acres of majestic trees and lush gardens of the Morris Arboretum in Chestnut Hill. This package includes 4 1-time-use passes to the Arboretum as well as the book Always Growing: The Story of the Morris Arboretum. Passes valid through December 31, 2018. Courtesy of: Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania Fair Market Value: $83 Opening Bid: $40 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $80

ITEM 305: 76ers tickets, for 2 2 lower-level, side-court, aisle seats for a regular Philadelphia 76ers 2016-2017 season game at the Wells Fargo Arena, plus a VIP parking pass. Date to be agreed upon between the winner and donor. Courtesy of: Michael J. & Tamara Kline Fair Market Value: $240 Opening Bid: $100 Incremental Bid: $10 Buy-It-Now: $220 ITEM 306: Phillies tickets, for 4 4 Phillies tickets with a preferred parking pass for the 3:05pm game v. the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, May 21, 2016. Best seats in the house—in front of the official scorer in the Hall of Fame Club section. Courtesy of: Mark N. Steinberger & Ann C. Lebowitz Fair Market Value: $300 Opening Bid: $180 Incremental Bid: $20 Buy-It-Now: $340 ITEM 307: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society tickets, for 2 2 tickets to a Philadelphia Chamber Music Society performance this spring. Your choice of “Musicians From Marlboro III” on Thursday, May 5, 2016; Astral laureate pianist Natalie Zhu’s Clarosa Quartet on Sunday, May 15, 2016; or Astral violist Ayane Kozasa’s Aizuri Quartet with pianist Ignat Solzhenitsyn on Wednesday, May 18, 2016. Courtesy of: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society Fair Market Value: $56 Opening Bid: $30 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $60 ITEM 308: Lantern Theater tickets & Stephen Starr dinner, for 2 Dinner with a $50 gift card for any one of restaurateur Stephen Starr’s 20 Philly hot spots, plus 2 tickets to any performance in the Lantern Theater Company’s 2016-2017 season. Exclusions may apply. Dinner gift card and theater tickets may be used on separate occasions. Courtesy of: Lantern Theater Company & Deborah Glass Fair Market Value: $150 Opening Bid: $80 Incremental Bid: $10 Buy-It-Now: $140 ITEM 309: Private docent-led tour of The Barnes Foundation Collection, for 4 A private tour of the legendary collection at The Barnes, led by docent and Astral board member Deborah Glass, for your party of up to 4 people. Visit one of the world’s great collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art, and much more. If scheduled for April 2016, you may choose a tour of “Picasso: The Great War, Experimentation, and Change.” Available by arrangement on a Sunday; or a Monday, Thursday, or Friday afternoon. Courtesy of: The Barnes Foundation & Deborah Glass Fair Market Value: $250 Opening Bid: $150 Incremental Bid: $20 Buy-It-Now: $270

ITEM 310: Pizza & People’s Light, for 2 2 tickets for a People’s Light performance between April 2016-April 2017. Exclusions may apply. Also enjoy delicious coal fired pizza in a high-energy atmosphere, with a staff that treats you like family—at Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. With locations in Wayne, Exton, Horsham, and Wilmington, you won’t have to go far to grab a great slice! (2 $25 gift certificates.) Dinner gift certificates and theater tickets may be used on separate occasions. Courtesy of: Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & People’s Light Fair Market Value: $135 Opening Bid: $65 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $125

ITEM 311: Private tour & lunch, with the President of PAFA, for 4 President David R. Brigham is your private tour guide of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, and afterwards, your host for lunch. 4 adults can take in the special exhibitions and outstanding permanent collections of Philly’s North Broad Street classic. Valid through January 31, 2017. Courtesy of: David R. Brigham & Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Fair Market Value: $250 Opening Bid: $150 Incremental Bid: $20 Buy-It-Now: $270 ITEM 312: Astral soprano Sarah Shafer in Opera Philadelphia’s Elixir of Love Astral soprano Sarah Shafer sings the starring role of Adina in Opera Philadelphia’s upcoming production of Donizetti’s charming Elixir of Love. 2 best-available tickets for the Wednesday, May 4, 2016 performance. Best available seats at the time of redemption. Courtesy of: Opera Philadelphia Fair Market Value: $300 Opening Bid: $180 Incremental Bid: $20 Buy-It-Now: $340

Wine & Dine ITEM 401: Bucket o’ brews Sample some of the region’s best-selling brews with this basket courtesy of the Sly Fox and Conshohocken brewing companies. “Respect The Can” is the motto of the Pottstown-based Sly Fox Brewing Co., and Conshy brews its suds in small batches, so each beer is uniquely crafted. The basket includes Sly Fox beer samples, koozies, a t-shirt, a $25 Conshohocken Brewing Co. gift card, plus a pint glass from each brewery. Courtesy of: Sly Fox Brewing Co. & Conshohocken Brewing Co. Fair Market Value: $80 Opening Bid: $40 Incremental Bid: $5

ITEM 402: Dinner for 2 at Fork Ellen Yin’s iconic and sophisticated Old City New American restaurant has been wowing critics for a decade, and Chef Eli Kulp was awarded Food & Wine’s Best New Chef of 2014. Treat yourself and a special someone to dinner at Fork. $150 certificate is valid through reservation only, Sunday-Thursday. Does not include tax, gratuity, or liquor. Valid through April 10, 2017. Courtesy of: High Street Hospitality Group, Fork Restaurant Fair Market Value: $150 Opening Bid: $80 Incremental Bid: $10 ITEM 403: Yards beer package Philadelphia’s well-known Yards microbrewers “brew unto others” and specialize in ales of the English tradition. A zippered Yards tote bag contains a $25 gift card, a tasty 6-pack sampler, and a pint glass for sampling. Courtesy of: Yards Brewing Co. Fair Market Value: $45 Opening Bid: $20 Incremental Bid: $5 ITEM 404: Lunch for 2 at Day By Day Day By Day’s catering is well known to Philadelphians, but its storefront restaurant at 21st & Sansom Streets continues to receive rave reviews, serving fresh comfort food lunches and brunches to local “regulars,” long before comfort food became a concept. Valid for lunch, Tuesday-Friday. Other exclusions may apply. Courtesy of: Day By Day Catering & Restaurant Fair Market Value: $40 Opening Bid: $20 Incremental Bid: $5 ITEM 406: Dinner for 2 at Zahav & Zahav cookbook James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Solomonov showcases the melting-pot cooking of Israel—with Middle Eastern, North African, Mediterranean, and Eastern European influences—at Philly favorite Zahav. This dinner-for-2 package includes Zahav: A World Of Israeli Cooking, which tells the personal story of how Solomonov embraced the food of his birthplace. With its blend of technique and passion, you can learn to make his food your own. Zahav: 237 St. James Place. Courtesy of: Zahav & Kristen Golia Fair Market Value: $135 Opening Bid: $80 Incremental Bid: $10 ITEM 407: Gran Caffè l’Aquila gift card Delizioso! Gran Caffè l’Aquila is both a restaurant and coffee roastery, offering 4 different house blends and espressos. The Chestnut Street destination also boasts charcuterie and a wine and cocktail bar. And no Italian experience is complete without gelato and Italian pastries—all at Gran Caffè l’Aquila. 1716 Chestnut Street. $50 gift card. Courtesy of: Gran Caffè l’Aquila Fair Market Value: $50 Opening Bid: $30 Incremental Bid: $5

ITEM 408: 3 homemade pies, made to order An Astral silent auction favorite! 3 pies made just for you by Philadelphia Inquirer music critic Dan Webster. Made with seasonal berries and fruits, or pecan pies are available any time. All 3 pies are available together, or individually at your request. Courtesy of: Daniel Webster Fair Market Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $40 Incremental Bid: $5 ITEM 409: Dinner at Abe Fisher Inspired by the cuisine of the Jewish diaspora, James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Solomonov serves delectable small plates and prix fixes meals in the lively, retro atmosphere of Abe Fisher. A $100 gift card. 1623 Sansom Street. Courtesy of: Abe Fisher Fair Market Value: $100 Opening Bid: $60 Incremental Bid: $10 ITEM 410: Valenzano wine basket This family winery in Burlington County, New Jersey, is a double gold medal-winner of numerous wine competitions. Valenzano’s tempting basket includes 3 select bottles from their vineyard, glassware, some tasty nibbles, plus a winery tour and tasting for 2. Exclusions may apply. Courtesy of: Valenzano Family Winery Fair Market Value: $150 Opening Bid: $80 Incremental Bid: $10 ITEM 411: California Dreamin’ red wine basket Spectacular reds from great estates. These extraordinary offerings are at or near their prime, and ready for the dinner table. Each bottle exceeds 90 on Robert Parker’s ratings. It’s recommended that all wines breathe for 2 hours before consuming. Enjoy! Courtesy of: Jim & Keith Straw Fair Market Value: $1,250 Opening Bid: $750 Incremental Bid: $100 ITEM 412: Dinner for 6 & toy train tour All aboard the Swarthmore local for a home-cooked dinner for up to 6 guests, at the home of Astral President Vera Wilson. Dinner is topped off by a tour of Vera’s husband Murray’s personal collection of toy steam trains. To be scheduled for the spring or fall of 2016. Courtesy of: Vera & Murray Wilson Fair Market Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $300 Incremental Bid: $50

ITEM 413: Regal reds A sumptuous package of 6 imported and domestic high-end, luscious reds. Courtesy of: Astral’s Board of Directors Fair Market Value: $330 Opening Bid: $180 Incremental Bid: $20 ITEM 414: French wine & cheese pairing for up to 10, hosted by Jim Straw Astral Board Chair Jim Straw, foodie and wine connoisseur, hosts a wine and cheese tasting event for up to 10 people, featuring pairings of French cheeses and Burgundies. Includes 5 cheese courses of 3 cheeses each, an intermezzo salad, and dessert. The Burgundies include mature premier and grand cru wines, both Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. Courtesy of: Jim & Keith Straw Fair Market Value: $850 Opening Bid: $500 Incremental Bid: $100 ITEM 415: Champagne trio Toast your special occasion with 3 lovely, assorted bottles of bubbly. Cheers! Courtesy of: Astral’s Board of Directors Fair Market Value: $150 Opening Bid: $80 Incremental Bid: $10 ITEM 416: Bountiful wine basket You’re all set for any occasion with this abundant assortment of 12 imported and domestic reds and whites. Courtesy of: Astral’s Board of Directors Fair Market Value: $290 Opening Bid: $160 Incremental Bid: $20

Treat Yourself

ITEM 501: 1-hour massage Deep relaxation of the body, mind, and spirit. Unwind with a relaxing 1-hour massage, by Isa Goldfarb, LMT (member, Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals). Isa’s therapeutic specialties include Swedish, Esalen, and hot stone massage, as well as acupressure, Polarity, geriatric massage, Reiki, Feldenkrais Method, and Zero Balancing. Courtesy of: Isa Goldfarb Fair Market Value: $85 Opening Bid: $50 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $100

ITEM 502: Salon Ricochet basket This basket of luxurious Eufora hair products—shampoo, conditioner, and everything you need to perfect your style—includes a $55 gift card to Center City’s Salon Ricochet, in the historic Philadelphia Building at Juniper & Sansom Streets. Courtesy of: Salon Ricochet Fair Market Value: $200 Opening Bid: $100 Incremental Bid: $10 Buy-It-Now: $220

Astral Gallery ITEM 601: Candle holder, by Studio Cidra A handcrafted, 3-tiered cherry wood candle holder, finished with coconut oil and beeswax. 9” tall. From Studio Cidra, Philadelphia specialists in handmade American Modern furniture. Courtesy of: Studio Cidra Fair Market Value: $80 Opening Bid: $40 Incremental Bid: $5 Buy-It-Now: $90 ITEM 602: Watercolor painting, by Beth Glendinning A lovely, hand-painted watercolor of flowers, by Astral board member Beth Glendinning. Alstroemeria, coleus, and dusty miller, in a 10.75” sq. carved gold frame. Courtesy of: Beth Glendinning Fair Market Value: $150 Opening Bid: $80 Incremental Bid: $10 Buy-It-Now: $180 ITEM 603: 3 ceramic bowls, by Liz Kinder 3 hand-thrown, glazed stoneware serving bowls in shades of purple, by Philadelphia ceramicist Liz Kinder. Wax resistant. Food-, dishwasher-, and microwave-safe. Courtesy of: Liz Kinder Fair Market Value: $250 Opening Bid: $150 Incremental Bid: $20 Buy-It-Now: $270 ITEM 604: Framed Italian oil painting “Crepuscolo sul porticciolo” (“Dusk on the harbor”) by Alberto Cecconi (1897-1971). Oil on canvas. Purchased in Italy and framed by Philadelphia specialist of fine art framing, Ursula Hobson. 21”h x 29”w framed. Courtesy of: Cordelia & Don Delson Fair Market Value: $2,500 Opening Bid: $1,000 Incremental Bid: $100