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Have a look at some of the wonderful items and experiences that you will be able to bid on at the NWCC 2008 Auction on April 26. This list will be updated regularly, so check back! Updated 4-18-08

Arts
Museums
Services & Classes
Treasures
NWCC Exclusives
Experiences
Bon Appétit


      Arts      


A Contemporary Theatre (ACT)

Two tickets to any play in ACT’s 2008 main stage season. Value $108.

ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery

Two tickets to an upcoming ArtsWest main stage season performance.
Tickets may not be used for the Summer Musical Theater Program performances. Value $58.

Bellevue Philharmonic

Two tickets to a 2008-09 Masterworks performance at Meydenbauer Concert Hall. Value $64.

Choral Arts Season Ticket and "A Scandinavian Christmas" CD

Two season tickets to the Choral Arts 2008-2009 Concert Season under new director Robert Bode. Value $200.

Civic Light Opera

Two admissions to any production. Value $70.

Gallery Concerts

Gift Certificate for two tickets, good for any 2008-09 Gallery Concert performance. Value $50.

Intiman Theatre

World-class drama at Seattle’s Intiman Theatre! Good for two single tickets to a 2008 Intiman Theatre production (tickets not valid for opening nights or the holiday production of Black Nativity). Value $90.

Kirkland Performance Center

Certificate for two tickets to Defending the Caveman, Wednesday, May 14, 2008.
An irreverent and insightful look at the ways men and women relate, Defending the Caveman mines the common themes in relationships that go straight to the funny bone. Value $72.

The Northwest Choirs

Two popular holiday albums: Our Finest Gifts and 'Tis the Season. Value $30.

Two tickets, lawn seating, for any 2008 performance of the Olympic Music Festival. The Olympic Music Festival “Concerts in the Barn” has an idyllic setting for chamber music, located on a 55 acre organic farm near Port Townsend, WA. Concerts are held Saturdays and Sundays, June 28 – September 7. Reservations not required. Value $36.

Olympic Music Festival

Certificate for two tickets, lawn seating, for any 2008 performance of the Olympic Music Festival. Value $36.

Orchestra Seattle/Seattle Chamber Singers

Two tickets to the June 8th, 2008 performace of Mahler’s Psalm 100. This concert features the Fourth Symphony of Gustav Mahler, Psalm 100 for organ and chorus by Seattle composer Robert Kechley, and Johannes Brahms’ Zigeunerlieder. Value $50.

Pacifica Choirs

Four concert tickets (2 children, 2 adult) to the the Pacifica Children’s Chorus Winter or Spring Concert, plus CDs “Circle the World” and “Soft Rains.” Value $76.

Philharmonia Chamber Orchestra (offer x2)

Two general admission tickets to the 2008-2009 season of Philharmonia Northwest Chamber Orchestra. Value $160

Portland Opera

Two tickets to Portland Opera's production of Verdi's La Traviata for performance Friday, September 26th, 2008. Value $119.

Puget Sound Revels

Four tickets to a fully-staged theatrical production of music, pageantry, song, dance and drama rooted in ancient ritual and tradition. “…an immense stew of singing, dancing…before the audience, behind it, amidst it.” –The Village Voice. December 14, 2008, 5:30 PM, Rialto Theater, Tacoma. Value $110.

Seattle Baroque Orchestra

Two “pick your own” subscriptions for three concerts each, for any three concerts in the 2008-2009 concert season. “The goal of Seattle Baroque Orchestra is to awaken contemporary audiences to the vitality of 17th- and 18th-century music through historically informed performance of both familiar and unknown works.” Value $190.

Seattle Chamber Music Society 2008 Summer Festival

Two tickets to one of twelve concerts of the Seattle Chamber Music Society’s 2008 Summer Festival at Lakeside School in North Seattle. July 7 through August 1. Value $84.

Seattle Children’s Theatre

Two tickets to any Friday evening performance in the 2008-2009 season (tickets not valid for The Wizard of Oz.
We offer some of the finest theatre in Seattle and look forward to having you join us. Value $58.

Seattle Choral Company

Two general admission tickets to “Canto Hispanico” (Hispanic Song), part of their 27th season. Immerse yourself in a world of song inspired by the life, events and poetry of Spain and Latin America.
Special guest artist: Guitarist Michael Partington
Value $50.

Seattle Opera

  • Two tickets to I Puritani, May 7, 2008, 7:30 PM. Value $188.

  • Two tickets to the October 25, 2008 production of “Elektra.” Tickets are in the front row of the First Tier. Features Janice Baird in the title role.
    Donor: Bass Kit and Asja Adams
    Value $200.

Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra

Two tickets to your choice of any main stage performance by the SRJO during the 2008-2009 season, including: a Fall Concert with Jazz Master James Moody, Spring Concert with Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Summer Concert Tribute to Stan Kenton. PLUS a backstage experience during intermission with Betsy Brockman, wife of SRJO Director Michael Brockman. Head backstage for refreshments and to mingle with the performers. A rare opportunity to meet some of the most famous jazz musicians in Seattle.
Value $72. Backstage experience: Priceless!

Seattle Repertory Theatre

Two tickets to any play in the Bagley Wright Theatre during Seattle Repertory Theatre's 2008-09 Season.
This offer is valid for Sunday through Thursday performances. Value $90.

Seattle Shakespeare Company

Two tickets to one performance of All's Well That Ends Well, June 5-29, 2008. Seattle Shakespeare Company’s artistic director Stephanie Shine directs Shakespeare’s funny, complex, and romantic tribute to feminine strength. Value $68.

Seattle Symphony Orchestra

Two tickets to June 28, 2008performance. Hear Richard Wagner's Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde and Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 6.
Feauring soprano Jane Eaglen.
Donor: Marilyn Newland. Value $157.

Studio East Training for the Performing Arts

Gift Certificate for a Flex Pass to StoryBook Theater's 2008-09 Season, including Hansel & Gretel, Goldilocks and the 3 Bears, and another show TBA. Each Flex Pass is equal to six admissions to any show or combination of shows. Value $50.

Taproot Theatre Company

Two tickets to any performance in Taproot Theatre Company's 2008 Mainstage Season:

  • Over the River and Through the Woods, by Joe DiPietro. May 16-June 14
  • Big River, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, with music by Roger Miller. July 11-August 9
  • Susan and God, by Rachel Crothers. September 26-October 25.

Value $66.

Village Theatre

Two tickets to any 2008-09 performance at Francis J Gaudette Theatre in Issaquah. Value $112.



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   Museums   


Burke Museum

Four guest passes. Value $32.

Frye Art Museum

One-year family membership. Value $75.

Henry Art Gallery

Family membership includes two adults and any children under 18. Unlimited free admissions to all exhibitions, 15% discounts in café and museum shop, discounts on programs and events. Value $65.

Museum of Flight

Four admissions. You’ll never learn more about aviation in one place than you will visiting the Museum of Flight. Value $56.

Museum of Glass

Four guest passes to this international center for contemporary art with a sustained focus on glass. Visit the "hot shop" and watch artisans at work. Value $40.

Museum of History & Industry

Four one-time use guest passes to MOHAI, where Seattle’s story begins! MOHAI is a treasure-filled journey to the past with hands-on activities for kids, ever-changing exhibits, and over a million historical photographs and artifacts. Value $28.

Seattle Art Museum / Seattle Asian Art Museum

Two admission tickets to the SAM or the SAAM. Value $26.



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   Services & Classes   


Ananda Yoga

Four yoga classes. Ananda offers classic asanas (yoga postures) with energizing pranayam movements and affirmations that bestow physical strength and relaxation, inspiration, inner peace and clarity of mind Choose from our 65th and Roosevelt Way NE or Bothell location. Value $56.

Computer Tech Support - 2 hours

Computer Tech Support on location! Some of you have been waiting for this! Jeff Stein, brother of alto Kristina Stein is a UW graduate who currently works at a tech company in Redmond helping other companies integrate his company's products into their existing computer systems.
Donor: Jeff Stein. Value: $100.

Creative Dance Center

Certificate good towards dance lessons (new students only). Classes include Modern, Creative, Jazz, Toddlers and much more. Value $40.

Green Tea Massage, Evelyn Woods, LMP

Get the massage of your life in Fremont! One hour. Value $65.

John F Sabol, LMP (offer x2)

One-hour massage. Value $65(x2).

Interior House Painting By Square Deal Painting

Dennis Moore and Square Deal Painting are offering eight hours of professional interior painting (estimated one to two rooms) at our mutual convenience.
Bidder supplies the paint and miscellaneous sundries. Services offered are minor wall repair, painting prep work, and painting.
Offered by Dennis Moore, husband of former NWCC soprano Kristine Moore. Value $400.

James Alan Salon

Indulge yourself with a Gift Certificate for a haircut and front foil with Kristina Wood, alto Carol Berndt’s hairstylist.
Donated by Kristina Wood and the James Alan Salon. Value $115.

Michael Rosenberg Photography

One professional Child, Senior, Couple, or Family Studio Portrait session. Value $400.

Pacifica Choirs

Tuition discount of 50% for one child (new member only) during September 2008 – January 2009 or Jan 2009 – May 2009 in Pacifica Children’s Chorus, Pacifica Treble Choir, or Pacifica Chamber Singers. Value $55 to $280, depending on which level is selected. Also receive a CD “Soft Rains” which includes performances from all three groups. Value $15.
Total value $70 to $295.

Rebecca Douglas Photography (offer x2)

Professional studio or location portrait session. Value $425(x2).

Seattle Athletic Club

Three-month family membership at the Northgate club. Full club usage includes fitness equipment, free weights, cardiovascular center, studio cycling, aerobics, swimming pools, squash, racquetball, basketball, childcare, massage, a pro shop and a café. Value $500.

Tattoo for You!

Tattoo by one of the Northwest's most artistic tattooists. Tattoo work up to the value of $100. Matt will negotiate a reduced price for a larger tattoo valued above $100.
Offered by Matt Wear, son of soprano Susan Jenkins. Value $100.

Henry Bischofberger Violins (offer x3)

Third-generation Violin Maker. Gift certificate towards goods, services, sales, rentals or repairs. Donated by Henry Bischofberger of Kirkland. Value $35(x3).

Voice Lessons

Three voice lessons at soprano Kathy Sankey’s studio in Ballard. Increase the power, range and focus of your voice using creative Voice Movement techniques. Singing is fun! Value $180.



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   Treasures   


Antique Jade Necklace

Jade necklace in 5 strands of pale green jade, including a jade clasp. Designed by Miriam Haskell, circa 1940.
Donated by Steve Herndon, husband of alto SUsan Jenkins. Value $200.

Art Glass by Mark Ouellette

Large, hand-blown glass vase. Donated by tenor Dan Sorensen. Value $250.

Autographed Barry Manilow LP

“One Voice” was the song and the album, and some of you sang with Barry when he came to town. It was a clash between two worlds. You know who you are! “Mint Condition” because it was never listened to! Value: Priceless!

Cookbook by Rover's Restaurant Chef Thierry Rautureau and Cynthia Nims

Rover's: Recipes from Seattle's Chef in the Hat. Over 100 recipes, inspired writing, and beautiful photographs. Each copy may be signed and personalized by Chef Thierry Rautureau. Value $40.

Dog Goodies Basket

From Jennifer Streit, of Hands to Paws. Dog Bowl; Pet Sitter Notes; Picture Frame; Glow-in-the-Dark Ball; Bad Dog Hook; Clicker; Harry Barker Shampoo; Rope Tug; Crocodile Creek Puzzle; Zanie Moon; Harry Barker Stuffed Bone; Merrick Bone; and a Leash.
Also includes certificate for dog or cat massage valued at $60.
Donated by alto Susan Jenkins. Value $130.

Black Leather Wallet

Handcrafted by Ace Leather of Whidbey Island. Has removable ID billfold. Donated by alto Jean Feagin. Value $30.

Essential Bakery Café

Enjoy one free loaf of fresh, organic artisan bread each month for a year, plus an extra month to make it a Baker’s Dozen. Fresh baked artisan breads, luscious desserts, beautiful pastries, decadent chocolates, and tasty savory items are available throughout the day. Wallingford or Madison Street locations. Value $50.

Felipa's Consignment

Gift certificate towards purchase of women’s or children’s clothing and accessories. Value $30

Hand-Embroidered Bald Eagle

Framed 16"x20" bald eagle, created and donated by alto Christine Szabadi. Value $125.

Handmade Quilt

45" square quilt in quasi-Asian design. Made and donated by alto Jean Feagin. Value $200.

Handthrown bowl

Handthrown bowl by Seattle potter Matthew Patton.
Donor: Enid Ahlstrom, sister of alto Susan Jenkins. Value $75.

Mexican Platter (offer x2)

Colorful hand-painted platters, donated by alto Lori Hardow. Value $60(x2).

Microsoft Office Professional 2007

This suite contains the following programs:

  • Word 2007
  • Excel 2007
  • PowerPoint 2007
  • Outlook 2007 with Business Contact Manager
  • Publisher 2007
  • Accounting Express 2007
  • Access 2007

Donated by tenor Nelson Wong. Value $400.

Norwegian-style Mittens

Traditional hand-knit mittens from a pattern of Dale of Norway, made and donated by alto Lauren Sandven. Value $60.

Necklace

Beaded purple necklace with abalone pendant. Donated by Debra Heilman. Value $30.

Ceramic Lionfish

From local artist Cathy Chiavetta, a ceramic Lionfish to adorn your wall. Donor: Alto Carol Berndt
Value $35.

Golden Coppery Necklace and Earring set by Sirianne

Beautiful necklace and earring set designed and created by Sirianne Designs using unique glass beads with red highlights and gold foil, mingled with beads with gold Celtic knotwork designs. This one of a kind set makes a perfect gift for yourself or someone you love.
Donated by alto Wendy Roedell. Value $60.

LL Bean Armchair Slipcover

Multicolor striped slipcover. Donated by alto Jean Feagin. Value $100.

Origami Ornaments

Tiny handmade one-of-a-kind ornaments to hang on almost anything! Donated by soprano Erica Bristow. Value $35.

Origami and Tea

A book on origami, origami paper, and various other handy supplies plus a small tea set can be yours. Donated by sopranos Catharin Reid and Erica Bristow. Value $125.

Tim's Cascade Snacks Gift Box

Gift box containing Tim's T-shirt, hat, golf balls, etc, and of course - chips! Donated by alto Susan Jenkins. Value $100.

Wine! 2002 Turley Wine Cellars “Juvenile” Zinfandel

One bottle – Parker Rating 90-92.
Drink by 2010.
Donated by bass Jim Gordon and Susan Fleischmann. Value: $60.

Wine! 2003 Ch. Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon “Montelena Estate”

One bottle – Parker Rating 93-95
Drink by 2010 – 2023
Donated by bass Jim Gordon and Susan Fleischmann. Value: $90.

WWII History Buff Package

CD movie and three books:

  • Freedom from Fear: The American People in Depression and War, 1929-1945 by David M Kennedy (Pulitzer Prize Winner)
  • Blueberry Pie: The meaning of WWII for the Americans who fought in it by Otis Pease
  • The Second World War by John Keegan
  • The Best Years of Our Lives movie CD, Academy Award winner 1946, featuring Myrna Loy, Fredric March, Dana Andrews, and Teresa Wright

Donated by former NWCC tenor Otis Pease. Value $76.



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   NWCC Exclusives   


Conduct the Chorus at Christmas!

Conduct a short Christmas piece at one of our Christmas concerts. Piece to be mutually agreeable. Includes an instructional session with our cheerful and encouraging Music Director, Mark Kloepper.
Donor: Mark Kloepper. Value: Priceless!

African Photo Safari Package for Two

Experience the magic of Africa with this incomparable safari package! Your incredible trip includes 6 days and nights in the heart of Africa. You and your guest will receive gourmet meals AND twice daily open Land Rover trips with a guide for animal viewing and photography. Stay at your choice of Zulu Nyala Game Lodge, Heritage Safari Lodge, Nyati Lodge, or Zulu Nyala Country Manor, all rated 4-star accommodations with activities, amenities and once-in-a-lifetime experiences to fill your stay completely! This is the location where “Out of Africa” and “I Dreamed of Africa” were filmed. Additional excursions, including deep sea fishing, a diamond factory and manufacturing tour, native villages, golf, whale watching, and scuba diving, are also available! More site information available at www.ZuluNyala.com.
Note: Winning bidder has two years to use package.
This item has a “Reserved Price.”
Airfare and alcoholic beverages not included.
Some additional activities may require additional fees.
Donor: Tim Leahy Benefit Auctions. Value: $3,000.

Bali!

Apa Kabar Villas - Seven nights' accommodations in an air-conditioned 2-bedroom villa. Trip includes round-trip airport transportation to and from hotel; daily breakfast for two; welcome drink upon arrival; complimentary bottled water in room; daily maid service; two dinners for two at the on-site restaurant; four one-hour massages; one-time authentic Balinese cooking class continued by lunch for two; two diving or snorkeling excursions accompanied by a master diver, for two people. All equipment is included* (*Note: a choice of one half-day tourist excursions for two people may be substituted for the diving or snorkeling, if desired.) Airfare not included.
Donor: Tim Leahy Benefit Auctions. Value: $3000.

Great Big Backyard Barbecue and Garden Party!

Come to Kirkland with all your friends – no limit! Saturday, August 2, 2008, from 4 pm until 7:30 pm. Enjoy fresh grilled food, beer and wine on the patio overlooking the gorgeous rose garden of the Eliasen home close to Lake Washington in Kirkland. A walk down to nearby lake beaches and quaint downtown optional.
Reservations: $30 per person.

Kayaking outing with the Bischofbergers

Two guests will each have their own kayak to paddle with host and Violin Maker Henry Bischofberger and his wife Debbie Amandoli. Go for a delightful early evening paddle when the weather is warm on a mutually agreeable date. Afterwards, a wonderful gourmet dinner prepared by Henry and Debbie – including wine – and a tour of the Violin Shop and winery at their home in Kirkland!
Offered by close friends of the Brockmans, they are known for their fabulous cooking, wine, and entertaining. Value: $400.

Week in Bali, fabulous meals... Details to follow. Value $3000

NWCC Gift Pack

  • Two season tickets to our 2008-2009 season (concerts in December, March and June)
  • 3 Chorus CDs: “Northwest Chamber Chorus Live! 40th Anniversary Edition,” “Songs of the Americas” and “Handel Coronation Anthem” shrink-wrapped CDs
  • A special opportunity to have an archival CD of your choice from current or past season concerts – not available to the general public!
  • 40th Anniversary handmade mug
  • Carry your treasures home in a red and black NWCC logo tote bag.

Pike Place Market Shopping Basket

Gift certificates in a Pike Place Market Canvas bag for shopping from food and wine merchants in Pike Place Market, including:

  • La Buona Tavola truffle cake and specialty foods
  • Matt’s in the Market Restaurant
  • Frank’s Fresh Produce
  • City Fish
  • Spanish Table
  • 3 Girls Bakery
  • The Confectional Cheesecake
  • World Spice

Donations collected by alto Susan Jenkins. Value $350

Vancouver International Jazz Festival with Lodging

Jazz Festival tickets, one pair for each evening, value $200.
Stay in a time share one-bedroom condo unit. Sleeps up to four people.
Donors: Vancouver Jazz Festival and tenor Phil Jones. Value $700.

Victoria, BC Vacation!

Two nights at the Magnolia Hotel
Gift certificate for the Bon Rouge Restaurant
Victorian Gardens Tour
Butchart Gardens passes
BC Royal Museum passes
Victoria Art Gallery passes
Donations collected by alto Susan Jenkins
Value $1160



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   Experiences   


Agua Verde Paddle Club

Rent a kayak and explore Portage Bay, Lake Washington, and Montlake cut. For an urban paddling experience head west and find a stunning view of Seattle skyline. Experience nature in the city; paddle through Montlake cut to the Arboretum and water trails around Foster Island. Value $30.

Argosy Cruises

One-hour harbor cruise for two people. This exciting tour takes you on an eight mile cruise of Elliott Bay. See the stunning Seattle skyline, the majestic Olympic Mountains, and all the sites of the bustling Seattle harbor. Available year round! Pier 55 at the Seattle Waterfront. Value $40.

Center for Wooden Boats

Two one-hour passes for rowing at the Center for Wooden Boats on Lake Union, plus a family membership for one year. Value $95.

Cheesemaker for a day

Be the Apprentice Cheesemaker at Beecher’s Handmade Cheese, Seattle’s own artisan cheesemaker. Spend a day learning about and participating in the cheesemaking process from start to finish. A sampling of cheeses and lunch will be provided during your visit. In addition, each Apprentice for a day will receive one Beecher’s branded sportswear item.
For two adults or one adult and one young adult (15 & older). Donor: Beecher’s Handmade Cheese. Value: Priceless!

Children's Museum

Family four-pack. Value $30.

Emerald Downs

Enjoy a day of exciting Thoroughbred horse racing. This certificate includes 4 admission tickets, official programs and reserved seating for a day at the races. Valid until September 28, 2008. Value $50.

Interbay Golf Center

Enjoy one round of mini golf for four people. Conveniently located between Magnolia and Interbay in Seattle. Value $28.

Jillian’s

Have a party for 20 friends or co-workers! Chopose from the following packages:

  • The Break: Billiards and Bites
    Your choice of 2 pool tables for 2 hours (1 table for every 10 guests who attend), and a starter hors d’oeuvres tray.
  • The Game: Tokens and Treats
    390 Electronic Simulation Game Tokens (195 for every 10 guests), and a starter hors d’oeuvres tray.
  • The Special: Billiards and Tokens
    The use of up to 2 tables for two hours (1 table for every 10 guests who attend), a starter hors d’oeuvres tray, AND 130 game tokens!

Value up to $120.

Nile Golf Course

Enjoy two 18-hole rounds of golf at this once private but now public course, featuring old growth trees and views of Lake Ballinger. Located just west of I-5 at the King-Snohomish county line. Value $66.

Northwest Outdoor Center

Two hours of sea kayaking for two. You and a friend will start in Lake Union and explore! Check out the houseboats, cruise by the Center for Wooden Boats, go down to the locks, or over toward the University. Value $52.

Rowing Instruction

Two hours in the Art of Rowing and Sculling under the instruction of James M. Roe, member of several rowing clubs, and a certified US Rowing Referee. To take place at the George Pocock Rowing Center, or other such boat center approved by James M Roe.
Requirements: must know how to swim, have sufficient agility to get into a boat from a dock, and to maintain balance in a small craft.
Donor: bass James Roe. Value $100.

Honorary Referee Candidate for a Rowing Race or Regatta

Rare opportunity to accompany and assist rowing referee James Roe in:

  • Referee launch
  • Start and finish of race
  • Alignment of the crews
  • Marshalling of competitors
  • Determining safety of the racing crafts
  • Determining safety of racing conditions
  • Judging fairness of a race

Requirements: must know how to swim, have sufficient agility to get into a boat from a dock and to maintain balance in a small craft.
Donor: Bass James Roe
Value $100.

Seattle Aquarium

Did you know sea otters eat more than 25% of their body weight every day? If not, you should head to the Seattle Aquarium for this and more great aquatic knowledge!
Includes 2 Aquarium Passes. Value $30.

Seattle Mariners Game - 2008

  • Two tickets to the Seattle Mariners against the White Sox game. Sunday, May 11th, 1:10 pm at Safeco Field. Seats are in section 330, Row 11, Seats 11 & 12 overlooking home plate. Added bonus – Mariner’s Kid Cap day.
    Donor: Soprano Betsy Brockman Value $50.
  • Two tickets to the Seattle Mariners against the Rays game. Saturday, August 9th, 7 p.m. at Safeco Field. Seats are in section 330, Row 11, Seats 11 & 12 overlooking home plate.
    Donor: Soprano Betsy Brockman Value $50.

Seattle Scenic Air Tour by Seaplane

Tour for two, at Seattle Seaplanes located on Lake Union. Washington State is one of the most diverse states in America with the Islands of the Puget Sound, the Cascade Mountains, the Olympics to the west. It would take a lifetime to see all the places we can fly to in just a few hours.
Value $135.

Soapmaking

You make it, you choose the fragrance, you keep the soap (15 bars). Fun ~3-hour soap-making lesson for up to 3 people in the home of soprano Miriam Espeseth. Value: Priceless!

Tarot Card Reading - Individual

Want to find out about your career, co-workers, love, family, past lives, money? Delve into the future (or the past) with reader Cherie L Litson in this one-hour session. Value $70.

Tarot Card Readings - for a Party

Want to find out about your career, co-workers, love, family, past lives, money? Delve into the future (or the past) with reader Cherie L Litson. Gather 8-12 friends for a party. They can each have a 10-15 minute private mini-reading. Value $140.

Tillicum Village and Tours Inc

Two tickets, including round-trip boat transportation from Pier 55 to Blake Island, appetizer of steamed clams, complete salmon dinner, and entertainment. Value $160.

University of Washington Football

Two tickets to a home game. Value $130.

Woodland Park Zoo Tour

Enjoy a privately led Docent tour at the Woodland Park Zoo!
This is a one of a kind special experience for a group of 6 to 8 guests, ages 8+. Enjoy a two hour tour, theme and exhibits open for discussion with bid winner. Led by a trained and knowledgeable Docent of the Woodland Park Zoo. Entrance fee not included. Donated by Judy Mukai. Value $120.



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   Bon Appétit   


Agua Verde Café. Enjoy a margarita or limonada with Baja-inspired, healthy Mexican food. Relax and enjoy fresh organic Mexican food and drinks. Live music, Natural Foods, scenic park next door, reasonable prices, free parking, and sea kayak rentals. Value $30.

Anthony's Restaurant. Expertly prepared fresh seafood from their seafood company. Sweeping waterfront views, and warm, friendly service. 24 locations across the Northwest. Value $50.

Café Veloce. Great Food. Great Service. Great Fun.
Located in Kirkland’s Totem Lake area, Café Veloce features great Italian food amidst vintage Italian motorcycles and racing memorabilia. There’s also an excellent wine list, a diverse array of panini, salads, and soup. Value $45.

Duke’s Chowder House. Award-winning chowder, “wild” fish and chips, burgers and sandwiches. Duke’s is a casual, comfortable place to eat that will never change. “Going to Duke’s is like being at a fun barbecue at your friend’s house.” Value $50.

Elephant and Castle. Bang On Food, Bang On Drinks, and Bang On Service! Famous for our fish and chips, great beer, timeless pub comfort and the warmth of genuine smiles. All core items at E&C are prepared in house from scratch! Value $50.

Flying Fish. Dinner for two. Enjoy organic ingredients and fish from all over the world. Menus change daily. Value $75.

Iocn Grill. Great, simple American comfort food served in an eclectic orginal setting in Belltown. Value $50.

Julia’s and Le Faux. Dinner for 2 & 2 tickets to Le Faux, Saturday, August 11, 2008. Julia's on Broadway offers an extensive menu including themed dining and cocktail selections drawn from Broadway theatre. Voted best female impersonator cabaret show! Value $105.

Metropolitan Grill. The focus at the Met is on prime beef. The Met has built its reputation on the classics – filet mignon, New York peppercorn steak, Delmonico, porterhouse and Chateaubriand, carved tableside. Award winning wine list. Downtown Seattle. Value $100.

Moxie Restaurant. Serving Modern American cuisine in a warm casual setting, Moxie offers an eclectic menu and global wine list that change seasonally. “It’s food that does the right thing, carefully and creatively composed." Value $100.

Perché no. Pasta without wine is like a heart without love, says Chef and owner David Kong. He “makes you feel like family” at this Italian gem” that “charms” with “freshly made pasta.” Zagat Guide. Two Happy Hours every day! Value $20.

Pomodoro. Seattle Italian and Spanish restaurant with late-night dining. A cozy Southern European style restaurant offering a selection of pasta, tapas, Italian and Spanish wines in a cheerful hideaway, dimly lit for romance. Everything is made from scratch. Value $100.

Snappy Dragon. Judy Fu’s creative and flavorful recipes are inspired interpretations of the foods of her Northern China homeland. “It’s homemade noodle heaven” at this “legendary” Chinese restaurant in Maple Leaf (North Seattle) serving “solid” though “not authentic” fare to customer. (Zagat.) Value $30.

Shalimar Fine Indian food in the U district. Naan, curries, great for kids and adults, lunch or dinner. Value $25.

Wild Ginger Restaurant. Considered a definitive Seattle restaurant. Spacious and delicious, it features traditional Asian cooking and a Satay Bar. Value $50.


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