Silent Auction
Join us for the 2024 Autumn Soirée Silent Auction and support our local charities! Our auction features exclusive items, including a one-of-a-kind surfboard, an Ernie Ball guitar, a rooftop tequila party, original artwork, a Sonoma getaway, fine wines, spirits, and much more! Don’t miss this chance to bid on unique offerings while making a difference in our community.
LOT 1
Shea Somma Surfboard Custom-Designed for Autumn Soirée
Shea Somma founded Somma Special Designs in 2008, starting in his backyard shed with a passion for crafting unique surfboards. Since then, he has focused on creating alternative designs that elevate the surfing experience. For Shea, surfboards are more than tools—they’re carefully crafted conduits for unique sensations, designed to offer speed, control, stability, and durability
For the Autumn Soirée, he shaped his “Ham and Cheese” longboard model, which is specifically designed for noseriding while also offering excellent maneuverability. The glasswork includes an inlaid dyed cloth panel with a polished finish, bordered by Champagne pinlines. The deck features a resin tint with a sanded gloss finish.
Don’t miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind creation and take your surfing to the next level!
LOT 2
Ernie Ball Music Man Luke 4 SSS Guitar
Celebrating three decades with Grammy award-winning guitarist and signature artist Steve Lukather, the Ernie Ball Music Man company is proud to announce the arrival of the new Luke 4 SSS signature guitar. This fourth installment in the Lukather signature line of instruments features a roasted alder body with a figured roasted maple neck and rosewood fingerboard.
The Luke 4 is outfitted with custom Music Man pickup technology, delivering an incredibly dynamic and responsive playing experience. The pickups can achieve an ultra-high-output, powerful, low-end response while retaining a distinctively clean, clear tone at lower volume levels. The Luke 4 SSS shares many of the standard specifications of the original Luke guitars, including a double-cut contoured body, a roasted figured maple neck, 22 nickel frets, 5-way switching, adjustable 12db boost, a Music Man vintage floating tremolo, and includes a Mono case
LOT 3
Rooftop Nosotros Tequila Party for 20
The Hotel SLO Rooftop will be the perfect setting for a gathering of 20 of your friends, where they will enjoy a case of Nosotros Tequila, setting the tone for an unforgettable evening. Guests will indulge in an array of small bites and canapés expertly prepared to your tastes by Chef Ryan and Ox + Anchor, enhancing the festive atmosphere. To elevate the experience further, attendees will participate in an engaging tequila education tasting led by Nosotros Tequila & Mezcal, deepening their appreciation for the spirit while enjoying the stunning views.
- 20-person party on the Rooftop
- One case of Nosotros Tequila
- Small bites and canapes by Ox + Anchor
- Tequila education tasting by Nosotros Tequila
- 20 custom invitations or menus from Announcements by Adrienne
LOT 4
Sonoma Getaway featuring a 2-night stay at Hotel Healdsburg, Tasting Immersion at Flowers, and dinner at Spoonbar
Hotel Healdsburg, nestled in the heart of Healdsburg’s historic town plaza, offers a luxurious retreat amid Sonoma County’s renowned Wine Country. With its beautifully designed country gardens, serene spa, and 60-foot pool, the hotel is an oasis of relaxation.
One of the highlights of your stay will be a 90-minute private Flowers Estate Vineyard Immersion tasting experience that showcases four exquisite coastal wines paired with gourmet bites in the winery’s lush gardens or intimate interiors.
End your day with a memorable dinner at Spoonbar, where California Mediterranean cuisine meets fresh, local ingredients in an open-air dining room or garden patio setting, perfectly capturing the essence of Sonoma’s culinary and scenic beauty.
- 2-night stay in a Hotel Healdsburg Sonoma King Room
- Estate Vineyard Immersion for two at Flowers Vineyards & Winery
- Dinner for two at Spoonbar
LOT 5
Coastal poplars by A3L3XZAND3R and Limited Edition Wines
A3L3XZAND3R’s art is widely collected, appearing in notable permanent collections globally, including those of Hyatt Regency, Sutter Health, and Kawasaki. He strongly believes in observing nature, with his paintings and sculptures reflecting life itself. His inspiration stems from personal interactions and experiences with the natural world, drawing from “one’s own memory.” His work ranges from modern abstract to figurative realism, using oil, pencil, charcoal, and watercolor for painting, and wet clay for bronze sculptures.
Harris Gallery Wine Collection is a proud partnership between the gallery and esteemed best-in-class “wine artists”. Every bottle is unique and individually numbered - adorned with artwork by the gallery’s artists.
About the artistBorn in 1983 in Berkeley, California, A3L3XZAND3R grew up in Healdsburg, Sonoma County, where he still resides. Coming from a family of artists—his father and grandfather were painters—he embraced his artistic heritage early on, working with oil paint, clay, and occasionally glass. He studied for four years at the Florence Academy of Art in Italy, focusing on both the Drawing/Painting and Sculpture programs, and also attended The Repin Academy in St. Petersburg, Russia.
LOT 6
Drink the Wild Air by Ruth Crowe
Ruth Crowe combines her passion for vintage photographs with layers of wax to create mixed media encaustic artwork on wood panels. Her pieces blend images, graphics, and sometimes text to tell new stories with a distinctly American feel. By featuring iconic figures and archetypal groups, such as Frida Kahlo and 1930s surf scenes, she evokes nostalgia, independence, and societal commentary, all infused with a touch of quirky humor.
About the artistRuth Crowe holds a degree in Art Education but initially chose not to teach. Instead, she served in the US Army, became a police officer, and coached collegiate softball. She returned to art by starting a graphic design business, which she ran for 11 years before realizing her true passion lay in creating artwork. Now, she focuses on collaged encaustic pieces that reflect her background in design and her love of sports, history, and Americana.
LOT 7
Shroud, no. 3 by Brooks Anderson
Brooks Anderson’s oil paintings masterfully explore Contemporary Landscape art, showcasing his skillful composition and attention to detail. His new large-scale series merges land, sea, and sky with spiritual depth, conveying a haunting quality that invites contemplation of nature’s essence. Residing in northern California, Anderson layers vibrant colors to capture energy and serenity, revealing profound insights beneath the surface of the natural world.
About the artist
Brooks Anderson graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from California State University, Northridge, in 1982. In 1984, art critic Theodore F. Wolff recommended him to David Findlay, Jr., leading to a decade of representation alongside other New York galleries. His work is in various collections, including the Philbrook Museum, and featured in the book Spirit of Place: Contemporary American Realism in the Landscape Tradition.
LOT 8
Taste, Bites, and Play at CASS Winery
CASS Winery, a family-owned vineyard in the heart of the Geneseo Sub AVA of east Paso Robles, spans 145 acres of Rhône and Bordeaux varietals. Committed to vineyard-forward, 100% estate-grown winemaking, CASS offers a distinctive experience surrounded by lush vines and towering oak trees, where guests can enjoy award-winning wines, either indoors or al fresco.
After savoring the wines, guests can enjoy a delightful lunch at CASS Café. Following lunch, Camp CASS provides a range of exciting activities, including archery, ax throwing, and hiking, ensuring a day full of fun and adventure.
- Wine Tasting for two persons
- Lunch at CASS Café for two persons
- Choice of activity (Archery, Ax Throwing, or Vineyard Hike)
LOT 9
Ultimate 2025 SLO Film Fest Cinema and Stay Package
The 2025 SLO Film Fest is set to light up the screens from April 24-29, 2025, offering a captivating six-day celebration of contemporary and classic films at various venues throughout San Luis Obispo. What better way to immerse yourself in the festival than by staying at Hotel SLO, right in the heart of the action? With your Mogul Pass, you’ll enjoy access to all screenings and special events, skip the lines with the Passholder Line, and mingle with fellow cinephiles in the exclusive Festival Lounge. Between screenings, take advantage of your property credit to sip cocktails on the Rooftop, savor delicious bites at Piadina or Ox + Anchor, or unwind at the Sol Spa. It’s the perfect blend of film, fun, and relaxation!
- 2 All-Access Movie Mogul Passes
- 2 night stay in a Paseo King Room during the festival
- $100 Hotel SLO property credit
LOT 10
Instant Autumn Soirée Wine Cellar
LOT 11
Spirited Away Package Light
Elevate your spirits with Black Market Spirits and Lloyd Distillery! This exclusive package features a tasting experience for the true aficionado.
- Black Market Spirits offers their premium Hendry’s Vodka, known for its smooth and refined flavor, and Black Market Rye, a robust, three-year-aged whiskey full of depth and character. Paired with gourmet cheeses, crackers, and nuts, this duo is a true delight.
- Lloyd Distillery brings three bottles of their distinctive Bixby Gin, an exceptional gin with a unique botanical blend that will make any cocktail shine.
Treat yourself to this curated collection—perfect for a tasting night or as a gift for the spirits lover in your life.
LOT 12
Spirited Away Package Dark
Step up your cocktail game with this exclusive Dark Spirits Package, an ideal blend of rare tequila and whiskey just in time for the holidays.
- Nosotros Tequila: Discover the exquisite flavors of Madera Añejo, a limited-edition, first-release tequila, and the newly launched Chespirito Joven. These two premium bottles come with branded glasses, adding sophistication to every sip.
- Rod and Hammer’s Whiskey Box Set: This three-bottle collection includes a smooth Old Fashioned, a fruity Peach Whisky, and a cozy Winter Spiced Whiskey, offering the perfect mix for holiday gatherings.
Whether you’re hosting or gifting, this luxurious package is a unique treat for any dark spirits enthusiast.
