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Welcome
To The Civista Silent Auction Preview |
On
behalf of the Annual Autumn Wine Tasting Committee, we want to thank you
for visiting our silent
auction preview page. Below you will find a preview of just some of the items to be included in our silent auction at the 10th Annual Autumn Wine Tasting on Saturday, September 22nd. Our sponsors and community at large have been extremely generous this year and we think you will find something to interest everyone. Please
take care to note the conditions of sale at the bottom of the page and
remember that no bids can |
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Trip
for Two to San Francisco and Wine Country, October 25 - 30 Donated by: Beringer Vineyards Made Possible by: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Carlson Wagonlit Action Travel |
| This fabulous trip is the ultimate wine and food enthusiasts’ package. First you and a guest will be swept away by limousine to the airport where you’ll fly to San Francisco. There your limo will meet you and take you to the luxuri¬ous five-star Fairmont Hotel for a two-night stay in an upgraded room with complimentary breakfast and parking, tickets to local museums, and more! Then, enjoy a private tour for two at the Beringer vineyard,* with dinner at the VERY exclusive Bouchon restaurant, a two-night stay at the plush five-star Sonoma Mission Inn in Napa Valley with complimentary breakfast and two individual spa treatments. Now’s your chance to see California in style! *Transportation can be arranged through the concierge at the Fairmont Hotel. |
Wii
Nintendo with Sports Disc and 1 Year Warranty Donated by: Charles County Technology Council (CCTC) |
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The
latest revolutionary design to come out from Nintendo, the new Wii, is
sure to excite even the most naïve of game players. The Wiimote and
its motion-sensing, pseudo-virtual-reality controls are the biggest draws
of the console, and its online capabilities, Wii Channels, Virtual Console,
and GameCube backward-compatibility are just icing on the cake. Included
with everything you need to hook the system up to a standard television
and the included Wii Sports disc that provides mindless fun with baseball,
tennis, golf, bowling, and boxing out of the box, the Nintendo Wii won't
disappoint. Whether it will be a Christmas gift for the kids or grandkids
or a new toy for yourself is up to you to decide. |
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Portrait
Session by Irving Harris Donated by: Irving Harris Photography |
| Irving Harris Photography is a professional studio located within the tranquil beauty of Southern Maryland. From weddings to baby’s first portrait and generational group portraits, Irving Harris Photography will capture memories to last a lifetime. This package includes one studio portrait session and a 16x20 heirloom canvas print with complete retouching. |
Cooking
Class for 12 at Casey Jones Donated by: The Crossing at Casey Jones/Chef Gary Fick |
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Now’s
your opportunity for you and a group of friends get some hands-on instruction
time with Casey Jones’ very own Co-Owner and Chef, Gary Fick! Held
on Monday evenings beginning at 6:00pm in our kitchen the class includes
hands-on instruction at your own stations, hors d'oeuvres served upon
arrival and a late-night dinner with wine served at 9:00pm in the kitchen
— family-style. A chef’s knife, paring knife and apron are
required equipment. |
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One
pair of Valentino Sunglasses Donated by: Optical Shoppe of La Plata |
| Always wanted a pair of designer sunglasses? The Optical Shoppe of La Plata is making that wish come true with these amazing diamond studded Valentino Sunglasses. Valentino Sunglasses mean exclusive upper class taste and style. Never second best, they denote distinction and elegance for the discerning sunglass wearer. Noted for graceful lines and styles, you will get noticed with Valentino Sunglasses! |
Charles
Jobes’ Full Size Black Duck Decoy Donated by: Croft Investment Management - Gordon Croft |
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Attention
duck lovers! Many of you have seen or heard about the amazing woodwork
of Charles Jobes. This year you’ll have an opportunity to own a
piece of it. This black duck decoy, hand signed by the artist, features
amazing attention to detail with craftsmanship that is clearly unique.
Don’t miss this opportunity to own your very own masterpiece! |
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Sterling
Silver Maryland Bracelet |
| Designed by Maertens, the Maryland Bracelet features state symbols as charm links. This original bracelet was designed to have great detail, down to the scales on the rockfish and the wave of the flag. The bracelet has eight links: a skip jack, the state flag, a terrapin, a blue crab, the state house, a rockfish, a black-eyed susan, and an oriole. The bracelet has state map charm dangling from the clasp. |
Handmade
Adirondack Chair Donated by: Blaine Lessard, Artist |
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The
Adirondack chair handcrafted by Blaine Lessard makes a great addition
to any deck or patio. With a smooth, scalloped back, it will fit in seamlessly
with current outdoor decor. Made of a quality lumber for beauty paired
with durability and protected further with a coat of paint. |
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“A
Christmas Carol” Package Donated by: Carlson Wagonlit Travel |
| What better way to get in the holiday spirit than for you and guest to share the experience of the annual presentation of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” The play, which has historically been presented at Ford’s Theater, will be at Lansburgh Theatre due to renovations at Ford’s. You will see the matinee followed by an early dinner at BISTRO D’OC, a delightful French restaurant. The package also includes a handcrafted Jim Shore caroler, transportation and a drive past the National Christmas Tree and tree display of the 50 states. |
Cub
Cadet Big Country 4x2 Utility Vehicle – 9.5 HP* Kawasaki® OHV
Engine Made Possible By: Hugh C Gardiner Inc |
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For less demanding chores, this Cub Cadet, made possible by Hugh C Gardiner Inc, has created a lighter 4x2 poly-bed model that features all the comfort and durability of their well-known utility vehicles with a Kawasaki® OHV engine that mixes get-up-and-go with a smooth ride, and a 13 cu. ft. bed capacity that’s the largest in its class making this one smart value. |
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| Kids love to jump! There's something about the feeling of bouncing up and down that just gets a child laughing! That's why no children’s party is complete without a moon bounce. Bid on this rental from Fantasy World Entertainment for your child or grandchild and give them an experience they won’t soon forget! |
Head
and Shoulder Commissioned Portrait Donated by: Nicole Stewart, Artist |
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Always wanted to have a commissioned portrait done of you or a loved one? Now is your opportunity! Nicole Stewart, one of southern Maryland’s premiere artists, will meet with you to discuss poses, clothes, and backgrounds. Once a final pose is selected a color study is painted (NOTE: this usually takes one to two hours). Final portraits are approximately 20" x 24" and come with a simple lath frame ready to hang. . |
| CONDITIONS
of SALE for SILENT AUCTION ITEMS All net proceed of the sale of silent auction items will go to support Civista Medical Center, a 501(c)3 organization. Each item carries an estimated market value obtained from reliable sources, but no representation of warranty as to the actual resale value of any item auctioned is made or implied. The estimated value is intended as a guide to assist you in your bidding. No item will be sold at a price below the opening bid. All
bidders must use their designated bidding number to place any bids. Bidding
is closed out at the event promptly at 7:45 p.m. Opening bids are indicated
on the bidding form the evening of the event for each piece. Minimum increments
to raise bids are set as follows: Current bid- Minimum Increment The bidder who has placed the highest bid at the close of the auction gets to purchase the piece. Payment: Cash, checks, Master Card, Visa, and American Express are accepted as payment. Pick Up and Delivery: Purchasers are required to pay for and take their purchases home with them that same night. All items not removed on the night of the benefit may be picked up at the Civista Health Foundation by calling 301-609-4132. If you require having your item shipped to you, we will do so at your expense. We are not responsible for damage to items during transit. Certificates: All certificates for golf outings, trips and special events are bound by the terms listed on the certificates. The foundation assumes no responsibility for missed dates, lost certificates orscheduling conflicts. Each winner must follow instructions outlined on the certificates. Tax Laws: A buyer is entitled to a tax deduction on purchase of artwork only to the extent that his or her payment exceeds the market value of the work received. Please note the buyer is purchasing the item "as is." All sales are final and considered to be a legal contract between the buyer and Civista Health Foundation. Civista reserves the right to return items to the donor if it is unclaimed by the buyer 6 months after the date of the benefit, even if the item has been paid for. |