10th Annual Catoctin Affair

Private Cooking Class for 12 with Celebrity Chef, Bryan Voltaggio, at his VOLT Restaurant

You and 11 friends will sit around Volt Restaurant's famed Table 21 where celebrity chef, Bryan Voltaggio, will share his techniques for creating modern American cuisine that you can prepare at home. After your lessons, you will enjoy lunch in the Chef's Dining Room.

Donated by: Hilda Staples and Bryan Voltaggio, Volt Restaurant

“VOLT…. is the best restaurant in the Maryland suburbs - elegant and unfussy American cooking in an atmosphere as cool as it is serene.”

Washingtonian, The Best of Issue July 2009

“… VOLT pulses with passion.”

Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, Oct. 5, 2008

“… chef Bryan Voltaggio’s style of combining seasonal ingredients with judicious flashes of molecular gastronomy drives a menu unlike any in the city. He turns seasonal and local into lusty and soulful ...”

DC Modern Luxury Magazine, October 2008

Private Tour of the National Portrait Gallery with Executive Car Service and Lunch at Central

Have this Smithsonian Museum entirely to yourselves with a private 1.5 hour guided tour of the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC. Your Nation’s Capital experience includes Executive Car Service from Classic Limo and Sedan, the private tour of either the Permanent Collection or Special Exhibit, with refreshments included, and a $150 gift certificate to Michel Richard’s Central Restaurant.

Relax! A Week’s Vacation at Sanibel Island, FL – Gulf-Front Luxury Condo Sleeps 6

This spacious West Gulf Drive condo offers deluxe Gulf Front accommodations with expansive views of the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy your Sanibel Vacation in style. The large lanai is accessible from the living room and master bedroom. The 3 bedrooms/3 baths provides generous accommodations for six adults, and a sleep sofa in the den adds even more flexibility for sleeping, if needed. Amenities include a large pool, elevated walkway to the beach, covered parking, tennis court, 4 adult bikes, beach chairs, and grills. Located on the West End of Sanibel Island, you will find un-crowded beaches, wonderful shelling, and extensive bike paths. Restaurants and shopping are within minutes, as are the Ding Darling Sanctuary, Tarpon Bay Nature Center, the Shell Museum, and easy access to Captiva Island. May be reserved May 2010 thru November 2010 based on availability. For photos http://www.ppbo.com/vacation-rental/2178 ($1,900 value)

Country Club Experience at Private Home in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida – Sleeps 6

Enjoy a week in Ballen Isle Country Club in an exclusive private home located on the Fairway. This gorgeous 6,300 square foot estate features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, gorgeous pool with spa waterfall and an outdoor kitchen and dining area.

Your Ballen Isle County Club experience includes a tennis match and private lesson on Venus and Serena Williams’ home court and golf for six at Jack Nicklaus designed course – it’s one of the top 10 public courses in Florida! Ballen Isle County Club is also nearby the PGA National Resort and Spa Champion Course, which is home of the Honda Classic. In addition to golf and tennis, the Palm Beach Gardens area features a wealth of arts, history, and shopping opportunities. Also included is a personal, guided tour of Palm Beach Gardens with lunch at the Club.

What makes this vacation destination extra special is the “concierge service” that your host offers to give you the true Palm Beach Gardens experience. Owner, Wayne Smith, will personally customize your itinerary towards the interest of your party, such as escorting you to tour the historic Breakers Hotel, shop on Worth Avenue, visit the Flagler Museum, and see the other mansions of Palm Beach Gardens.

Available April 15^th through April 2011. Not available Thanksgiving through New Year, and the date is to be coordinated at your mutual convenience with the owner. Adults only. No pets or smoking, please.

Donor: C. Wayne Smith

Week's Vacation to Virginia Beach, VA - Magnificent Private Home Sleeps 10

Located in beautiful Croatan, a private community south of Rudee Inlet, this magnificent home was completely renovated in 2006 with all new furnishings. Absolutely spectacular views of the ocean, this home features 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, large kitchen and dining area that seats 14 comfortably, many sitting areas, & large outside deck. Bedroom #1 & #2 are king beds, bedroom #3 is queen, bedroom #4 is double, & bedroom #5 is 2 sets of bunk beds. You will have direct beach access and the beach is never crowded! Just minutes from tons of restaurants, shopping, & entertainment. Excellent bike trails, top-notch golf courses, something for everyone! Can be reserved after September 20, 2010, based on availability. No smoking or pets. ($2,500 value)

Donor: Jeff and Patty Hurwitz

Relaxing Vacation to Exclusive Bonita Bay in Bonita Springs, FL – Private Condo Sleeps 4-6

One-week stay at private condo in Bonita Bay gated community, Bonita Springs, Fl. located between Naples and Fort Myers, Bonita Bay is a 2,400 acre community with 12 miles of bike and walking trails, nature preserves, access to boating, and a private beach on the Gulf. The unit sleeps 4-6 with two bedrooms, two baths, full kitchen, screened lanai overlooking the lake, community pool access, & two bikes to borrow. Lots of area golf courses and 20 minutes from restaurants & shopping in Naples. Trip must be reserved April through December 2010.

Sayler's Aweigh is a luxurious lakefront home with lots of room, including 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The main level has a master suite which includes a jacuzzi tub; living room, den, kitchen, dining room, and a half bath are also on the main level. The kitchen is fully equipped with a full size refrigerator, range, dishwasher, microwave, cookware, flatware, dishes, toaster, and coffee maker. The living room has floor to ceiling windows to take advantage of the lake views. The lower level of the home has a bedroom, bathroom, and large family room with a foosball table, air hockey table, game table, TV, DVD player, VCR, iPod docking station, and lots of board games. The upper level has 2 bedrooms and another full bathroom. Four TVs total, 2 VCRs and 2 DVD players. An open lakeside deck is located off the main level, with a covered patio below. A walkway leads to the dock with a party deck and gazebo, floater, electricity, and lights. Outdoor dining tables and chairs can be found on the deck, as well as the upper and lower levels of the dock to enjoy lots of outdoor meals cooked on the gas grill. The house also has a washer and dryer, central A/C and an additional refrigerator on the lower level. The garage is available for use during your stay. Bed Sizes: 1 King, 1 Queen, 4 Twins

Items to bring: LINENS (towels, wash cloths, sheets, pillow cases) trash bags, paper goods (toilet tissue, paper towels), detergent (dish & laundry) flashlight.

Items you’ll WISH you had brought: camera, DVDs, video tapes, water toys, sun block, fishing gear, cooler, lawn chairs.

Availability: September 24 – October 31, 2010 only. * An excellent date would include the weekend of September 25^th so that you may attend the Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival held the 25^th and 26^th. *Winning bidder asked to pay $125 housekeeping fee. No smoking in home or pets, please.

One week vacation at oceanfront home in Ocean Isle just one hour north of Myrtle Beach and close to the best golf and beaches you could ask for! Bright and spacious home features 6 bedrooms with full baths, sunroom that sleeps 2 kids, a large open kitchen, multiple dining areas, sun deck, and absolutely exquisite views. Enjoy the secluded, quiet location within the exclusive Island Resort community with easy access to all the activities that Myrtle Beach has to offer. Package includes full entry to the nearby private pool and beach club. Trip to be reserved March, April, May or September through December 2010 (*possible availability in early June or late August); contact donor to arrange mutually agreeable date. Adults and families only please. No pets. For photos go to www.cookerealty.com, enter property #W1 359, 359 West 1st Street in Island Resort community. There is a reserve bid for this item. ($2,550 value)

Located just three blocks from the boardwalk, downtown Bethany and Sea Colony, this home makes the perfect vacation spot for your family. With five bedrooms and 3.5 baths, you can comfortably sleep eight – and up to 11, if you desire! This fully-stocked home includes a two balconies, full kitchen, washer and dryer, gas grill and 6 TVs/1 VCR/2 DVD and wireless internet. Tennis Courts and Indoor and Outdoor Community Pools are also available. Bedding Arrangements include Bedroom 1: 1 King; Bedroom 2: 1 King; Bedroom 3: 1 Queen; Bedroom 4: 1 Double, 1 Queen and Bedroom 5: 2 Single. Guest has the option to purchase a Sea Colony Amenities pass for just $35 per person.

Availability: May, and September 2010 through April 2011. Call now for best availability as this home is renting quickly! Please, no smoking or pets.

Experience the excitement for yourself! Watch the game with three of your friends from Club Seats in Section 337, Row 4, Seats 7, 8, 9, 10.

Package also includes one orange premium parking pass and, if needed, one RV pass for the ultimate tailgate adventure!

Contact donor to select mutually agreeable game date as soon as the Redskins schedule is announced. ($1,000 Value)

Enjoy an elegant seven course Sunday Brunch at the beautiful English Tudor home and gardens of Ric and Ann Adams. Brunch begins with Champagne and hors d’oeurves served by the calming sounds of a mountain feed steam. Over the next several courses, you will enjoy dining outdoors among the many beautiful gardens and one-of-a-kind plant species. Of course Ric knows the names of all the flowers – be sure to ask about the ones you may not have seen before. The main course will be served in the antique-filled dining room on china from the Czech Republic that has been in Ann’s family for over one hundred years. A delectable chef’s creation will finish the meal. All courses will be served with Champagne or the wine or your choice.

After brunch, enjoy a tour of the home and see a collection of significant antiques - including a one-of-a-kind German Prayer Book from 1700’s Germany that is still in very good condition and the “Cramer” wool coverlet that is in perfect condition, dated 1842 and signed.

Dessert Buffet for 100 People
Do you want to host an event that will wow your guests? Let Caroleanne prepare a dessert buffet that will keep them talking for months -- they'll dream about the great assortment of beautiful cakes, the creamy cheesecakes, the exotic cupcakes and the unbelievably yummy bars and cookies. Select your elaborate buffet with nine tempting choices from an extensive menu including:
• White chocolate Fudge Torte - elegant and tempting
• Layered Lemon-Filled Cake - nearly melts in your mouth
• Chocolate Raspberry Cake - with chocolate ganache, ummm
• Boston Crème Pie- an old favorite revisited
• Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Icing- classic and sooo moist
• Coconut Cream-filled Cake - one of the first to go
• Peachy Pineapple Upside Down Cake- always a winner
• Orange Truffle Cupcakes
• Black Forest Cupcakes
• Red Velvet Cupcakes - all to die for
• Blueberry Cheesecake
• Tiramisu Cheese-Cake - Oh, these are so good
• Minted Brownies
• Chocolate Fudge Brownies
• German Chocolate Brownies
• Raspberry Brownies - How do I love these? Let me count the ways....
• Creamy Peanut Butter Bars - you won't believe how good these are
• Citrusy Lemon Bars - yum...chewy...yum. Did I say yum?

Dessert buffet includes all serving platters and serving utensils needed, set up, three hours of service to buffet and clean-up of serving areas. Schedule subject to availability. (Not available on the evenings before all major holiday and the holidays themselves. Must be within 30 miles of Frederick.

Value:
$1,900