Wine Tasting Classes at Astor Wines

The Elements of Wine: Wine Tasting, Wine Pairing, and More. Andy Fisher, President of Astor Wines teaches the basics of wine tasting and food pairing in this hands-on, plain-language tasting class. As you taste through a flight of incredible wines, Andy will draw on his 40 years of experience to help you understand them. By the end of this tasting, you will know what to look for in any wine, why certain wines work well with certain foods, and how to make any wine taste better by serving it correctly. Winning bid good for two places in the class on any available date the class is offered.
Value: $150

Round of Golf at Baltusrol Golf Club

Round of golf at Balusrol Golf Club in Northern New Jersey on one of two championship courses which combined have hosted 16 National Championships including 7 U.S. Opens and 1 PGA Championship including the 2005 PGA Championship won by Phil Mickelson. Includes greens fees, caddies, and lunch. Date to be agreed in Summer/Fall of 2009.
Value: $1,000

Weekend at Okemo Ski Resort

Rising above the village of Ludlow, in south-central Vermont, Okemo Mountain Resort is a four-season playground that built its reputation for quality and superior guest service as a winter retreat for skiers and snowboarders. Date to be agreed in 2009/2010.
Value: $1,800

Round of Golf at The Creek Club

This course provides both hard and easy holes to play. The greens are fast, and the course was built on rolling hills. The opening holes literally flow toward the Long Island Sound. Water hazards come into play on the first three holes. William S. Flynn redesigned the course in the 1930's. "Golf Digest" rated it as the 14th "Best in State" for 1997-98, and "GOLFWEEK" selected it 74th among "America's 100 Best Classical Courses" for 1998 and 77th in 1999. "GOLF Magazine" also selected it 82nd among the "Top 100 Courses in the U.S." for 1999.
Value: $1,000

Weekend at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples with Airfare

Breathtaking beach resort with a tradition of unparalleled luxury and service. Enjoy dazzling views of the Gulf of Mexico, warm golden sunsets and three miles of pristine beach. As a guest at the Naples Beach hotel, you may choose from six unique restaurants, indulge in a luxurious world-class spa, or relax and enjoy pools and beach activities, including a wide selection of water sports. Named to the 2009 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List.
Value: TBA

Introduction to Flying at the Mid-Island Airport

If you would like a taste of what it’s like to fly an airplane, this 40 minute flight is for you. An FAA Certified Flight Instructor will guide you through some basic maneuvers in a Cessna 172R Skyhawk. This one-on-one flight lesson will allow you to experience flight, hands on, from the pilot’s seat.
Value: $250

Rachael Ray Show Tickets and VIP Passes

This winner of the 2008 Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Talk Show-Entertainment is a daily, one-hour, syndicated show that is consistently one of the top ranked daytime programs on television. This third season of the show Rachael continues to bring her contagious warmth and easy approach to life into the homes of millions of viewers with her signature quick meals and unscripted entertaining including celebrity guests and musical performances. These Tickets include VIP Passes.

Two Tickets to 2009 Belmont Stakes

The Belmont Stakes is an esteemed American Grade I stakes race held in June each year at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York. The race is the third and final leg of the Triple Crown following the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes. These tickets are in the 3rd Floor Grandstand (3rd Floor Grandstand Sections L-DD). The race takes place on June 6th, 2009.
Value: $900

Tickets for Private Dance Lessons

Cofounded by the legendary Fred Astaire, these classes set the standard of excellence in dance instruction. From Ballroom to Latin to Swing to Salsa, all styles of dance lessons are offered for all ages and abilities in a fun atmosphere. These tickets will entitle you to two half hour private dance lessons and one practice party.
Value: $120