2025 Gala Auction Preview
We are so excited to share the eight items up for auction at our annual gala on Sunday, June 29. To make an early bid, please email leonard@kol-ami.org.
An Evening for 2 at the Hollywood Bowl with Cary Davidson & Andrew Ogilvie
You and your plus one will join Cary & Andrew in their Hollywood Bowl box for “Classical Pride,” the celebrated London event now in LA for the first time on Thursday, July 10th. Your winning bid includes: 2 box seats, dinner, beverages, transportation and a great show in great company! A $1,000 value.
Starting bid: $400.
A Weekend in the Desert at the Beautiful Palm Springs Home of Jeffrey Wortman & Peter Balderas
It’s back by popular demand. You and your guests will enjoy a three-night weekend in the handsome, spacious, mid-century modern, 3-bedroom, 2 bath, Palm Springs home of Jeffrey and Peter. Enjoy the large sparkling pool, hot tub, barbecue, and views of THOSE mountains. Whole house. All yours, a $1700 value.
Starting bid: $500
A Dinner to Remember with Rabbi Reznick
Any event with our Rabbi is special. The winning bidder of this and their guests will enjoy a prepaid $700. meal at any LA-area fine dining restaurant of your choice. Really! Mozza! Cecconi’s! Stella! Anajak Thai! High Tea at …pretty much anywhere? Bring a friend. Or two. And share a fun evening with our amazing Rabbi. A $700 value. Donated by Liz Randall and Rebecca Shurz.
Starting Bid: $300
Fine Art Print, Donated by Dr. Robin Wachsner & Susan Pedo
This numbered, fine art print is by Santa Barbara Artist, Pamela Wilson. Art critics write: “Pamela Wilson’s work transcends the ordinary, she creates haunting images that evoke dreams, and memories.” Pam Wilson holds an MFA from UC, Santa Barbara, and received multiple honors including the Abrams Project Grant and a Regents Fellowship. Titled “The Secret,” this is a limited number CTF print signed by the artist, # 1 of only 5 in the world. Print size 3 ft x 2 ft. A $1500 value.
Starting Bid: $375
Hors D’oeuvres Service for 24 Guests from Kensington Caterers
Kensington caters to the studios, and also manages on-site food service at the Rose Garden Cafe at the California Science Center, and at the beautifully restored Bullocks Tea Room in the Southwestern Law School. Kensington’s clients include: Annenberg Foundation, BMW of North American, Cal Tech, Directors Guild of America, Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher, LA County Bar Association, Microsoft, MTV/Logo Channel, Skirball Center, The Walt Disney Company, USC, and a lucky person here tonight. If you don’t win and want quotes for your next party, call Kensington at 323.935.4300. A $1200 value.
Starting Bid: $500
Dodgers VIP Experience for Two, Donated by Avalon Services
The winning bidder gets two Front Row, Field Level tickets. Plus unlimited free food. One Lot “F” preferred parking pass. And the fun of seeing the World Championship Los Angeles Dodgers deal with the Arizona D-backs. Sunday August 31, 2025 at 1:10 pm. Seats Section 45BL, Row 5 seats 7&8. The winner also gets access to The Baseline Club for unlimited free buffet food, desserts and non-alcoholic beverages, or tabletop waiter service at the seats, with private bar. A $1200 value.
Avalon Property Services, Inc. is not a franchise, they’re an independent, family-owned, fully licensed, bonded, and insured, full-service commercial janitorial company, serving Southern California for 25 years. Kol Ami appreciates that our Avalon Property services Team is staffed by detail-obsessed perfectionists. Avalon Property 818.239.3060.
Starting Bid: $500
Two Opening Night Tickets to "& Juliet" at The Ahmanson
Direct from Broadway! Created by the Emmy-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, this hilarious, hit musical flips the script on the greatest love story and asks: what would happen if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? See the fun as Juliet opts for a second chance at life and love—her way. According to critics, the only thing tragic would be missing it.
Starting Bid: TBD
A $500 Gift Card to Anywhere, Donated by Dr. Arlene Drake and Elyse Resch
A $500 gift card. Use it anywhere on anything you want. No questions asked.
Starting Bid: $150
