2015 Raise and Amaze Auction
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2015 Raise and Amaze Auction
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice 2015 Raise and Amaze Auction Donation Descriptions Brochure Auction date: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 Place: Sanctuary Time: 5:00 pm Registration and Silent Auction 6:15 Live Auction Expanded Silent Auction Complementary food, cash bar Bring your friends You need not be present to bid. Bids can be made for you by emailing Leie Carmody at leiecarmody@gmail. Your representative will bid for you up to your maximum bid. Email the title, host and maximum bid. Question on a donation? Feel free to contact the donor to ask your question. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice 2015 Raise and Amaze Auction Donation Descriptions Brochure Contents Auction Reference Form .................................................... 1 Learning Opportunities ..................................................... 2 Services ................................................................................ 5 Outdoor Activities ............................................................. 8 Arts & Entertainment ....................................................... 10 Eat, Drink, & Be Merry ...................................................... 13 Vacation Opportunities ................................................... 17 Tangibles ........................................................................... 18 Items will not be auctioned in this order. This index is to help you in finding items of your interest. Print this form Auction Reference Form To assist you in identifying auction items in which you are interested, it is recommended that you print out this form and, as you review the following auction items, list the title, host and your maximum bid. Plan to bring this information to the auction to assist you during the bidding process. Title 1 Host Maximum bid Learning Opportunities Croquet Lesson Learning Opportunity Host: Richard Palmer & Charlotte Nagle Enjoy a croquet lesson with experienced players on the Pinebrook courts of the Sarasota Croquet Club. Richard or Charlotte will teach a 2 -hour lesson. Date: 1/18/2015 or 1/25/2015 No. of guests: 8 Location: Sarasota Croquet Club at Pinebrook Park Time: 1-3p.m. Contact: 508-982-7266; rhpalmer@gmail.com Value: $20.00 per person Fun with Photoshop Learning Opportunity Host: Corky Dalton Learn a few simple techniques using photoshop Elements to make your photos pop! Techniques will include photo editing and creating your own three-dimensional matting using Elements. One 3-hour session, plus a telephone discussion to make sure all technical requirements are understood. Date: Feb.-Mar., TBD Time: Afternoon No. of guests: 1 Location: 101 Park Blvd.,South#102, Venice (or your house) Contact: 941-445-6881; lincork@comcast.net Value: $40.00 Mah Jongg Lessons Learning Opportunity Host: Fran Vanecek & Sharyl Lyon Learn your cracks, dots, and bams from two experienced players. Fran and Sharyl will teach you the rules and conduct games to sharpen your skills. This will be a series of 4 weekly lessons at Waters Hall. Date: Feb. or Mar. No. of guests: 8 Time: TBD Location: Waters Hall Contact: 941-484-6439; franvan3@comcast.net Value: $40.00 per person Still Life with a Bottle Learning Opportunity Host: Laura Marcusa A watercolor painting session and wine event: you will be provided with 1/2 sheet of paper, paint and brush, and a glass of wine. We'll have an afternoon of concentrated FUN and answer the eternal question: Do I really paint better when fully relaxed? Date: Feb. on a Wed. Time: TBD No. of guests: 8 Location: 18 Stonesthrow Way, Englewood Contact: 941-474-0670; lmarcusa@aol.com Value: $30.00 per person 2 Art Lesson by One of the Best Learning Opportunity Host: Pat Wellington This is a favorite class every year. Pat Wellington, a talented artist, will work with you in a small group class for 2 ½ hours at her home. You can choose your medium of either watercolor or pastel. Pat will help to take your creativity to a new level. Give yourself or a friend a wonderful experience. Date: TBD No. of guests: 4 max. Time: TBD Location: 1107 Devon Road, Venice Contact: 941-408-7061; dpwelli@aol.com Value: $30.00 per person Knitting Lessons Learning Opportunity Host: Dawn Spitz Consult with Dawn re what you'd like to make, then bring your yarn and needles to 5 2-hour lessons for beginners. Walk away with your first finished scarf or hat or ???. Date: TBD No. of guests: 5 Time: TBD Location: 1532 Jasper Court, Venice Contact: 941-451-8329; dawnlspitz@aol.com Value: $25.00 per person Make Your Own Greeting Cards Learning Opportunity Host: Lynn Stelle Lynn Stelle is an accomplished crafter and has been making greeting cards for many years. Lynn will meet with you privately at her home and supply all the materials for you to learn to make your own greeting cards. The lesson will last 2 ½ hours. At the end you will take some cards home and you will have learned how to make them on your own. The card pictured is one of Lynn’s cards. This offer is available for two individuals each with a private class. Date: TBD Time: TBD No. of guests: 2 Location: 141 Preserve Place #121, Nokomis Contact: 919-219-7497; tnlstelle@gmail.com Value: $25.00 per person Facebook Learning Opportunity Host: Erin Fangboner Wondering whether you should join Facebook? Have you signed up for Facebook but are wondering how to use it? Erin Fangboner, our Facebook pro, will meet with you for an individual one hour session tailored to meet your specific questions and needs. Erin will meet at a time and place that is convenient to you. Eight individual sessions are offered. You may bid on one or more. Date: TBD No. of guests: 8 Time: TBD Location: Your choice Contact: 941-441-5899; fangboner1@gmail.com Value: $15.00 per session 3 Writing Class Learning Opportunity Host: Dawn Spitz That short story (or memoir?) has been in your head long enough! In this 2-hour, five-week writing class, you'll get it started on paper. Help and feedback in every session. Date: TBD No. of guests: 10 Time: TBD Location: 1532 Jasper Court, Venice Contact: 941-451-8329; dawnlspitz@aol.com Value: $25.00 per person Spinning, Weaving, and Cheesecake Learning Opportunity Host: Marilyn Amick Join Marilyn as she shows you her loom and spinning wheels and explains their use. She will also serve you her famous cheesecake with tea or coffee after the demonstration. Date: TBD No. of guests: 5 Time: TBD, 2 hrs. Location: 2011 Amanda Dr., Sarasota Contact: 941-378-4644; mamick1@comcast.net Value: $20.00 per person 4 Services Sarasota Airport Pick Up or Drop-off Service Host: Nancy Ryder Don’t want to call a shuttle? Nancy Ryder will give a ride for two either to or from the Sarasota Airport. Date: TBD No. of guests: 2 Contact: 941-483-4576; rydernancy@yahoo.com Value: $40 Sarasota Airport Pick Up or Drop-off Service Host: Nancy Ryder Getting dropped off or picked up by Nancy and now you need a ride in the opposite direction? Call Leie Carmody! She will give a ride for up to two people either to or from the Sarasota Airport. Date: TBD No. of guests: 1-2 Contact: 941-445-4859; leiecarmody@gmail.com Value: $40 Sarasota Airport Pick Up or Drop-off Service Host: Henry Bright Need a ride home from the Sarasota airport? Want to be dropped at the gate and avoid parking? Pick one -Henry's the driver. Date: TBD No. of guests: 1 Contact: 941-966-5784; henbright@aol.com Value: $50 Tampa Airport Pick Up or Drop-off Service Host: Henry Bright Need a ride home from the Tampa airport? Want to be dropped at the gate and avoid parking? Pick one -Henry's the driver. Date: TBD No. of guests: 1 Contact: 941-966-5784; henbright@aol.com Value: $100 Handyman at Your Service Service Host: Frank Perryman Handyman service in your home, 2 hour max. Minor repairs, plumbing, electrical, etc. Date: TBD No. of guests: 3 Time: TBD Location: Your choice Contact: 941-405-8019; franksail555@gmail.com Starting Bid: $35.00 per session 5 Aaaaah Service Host: Olivia Weinberger Enjoy a one hour massage from a licensed massage therapist. Date: TBD No. of guests: 1 Time: TBD Location: 569 La Gorce Dr, Venice Contact: 845-797-1878; lowlmt@gmail.com Starting Bid: $60.00 Public Speaking Coaching Service Host: Tru Pearl Want to communicate more clearly in a public setting? Need a confidence boost? Tru Pearl will provide one-on-one coaching for public speaking or memo writing. Date: TBD No. of guests: 1 Time: TBD Location: 260 Santa Maria St., Venice Contact: 941-445-3119; thepearl.7491@gmail.com Value: $25 Shop ‘til You Drop Service Host: Nancy Ryder Nancy Ryder wants to take you and three others shopping this summer! First she will take you to Armand’s Circle, where you will have the freedom to shop and have lunch on your own or together. Then you will meet up at the Columbia Restaurant for a drink on Nancy. On the way home, a stop at Trader Joe's will round out the day. Date: Summer, TBD No. of guests: 4 Time: TBD Location: St. Armand’s Circle Contact: 941-483-4576; rydernancy@yahoo.com Value: $20 per person Color Me Beautiful Service Host: Marianne Lombard Are you a winter, spring, summer, or autumn type? What colors of clothing, jewelry, makeup, even hair color will make you look healthier, radiant, vibrant, more fabulous? Your color consultation will help you to present yourself the way you want to be seen. Date: TBD No. of guests: 1 Time: TBD Location: TBD Contact: 941-485-5270; aligatormari@yahoo.com Value: $100 Extra Special Dessert Service Host: Lori Baribeault Have a special occasion? Birthday, anniversary, or party? Lori will bake and deliver the dessert of your choice. Cake, cookies, cupcakes, puddings…you name it. Date: TBD No. of guests: 1 Contact: 941-484-1149; loribee13a@hotmail.com 6 Value: $25 Weekend Pet Sitting Service Host: Anne Schattner Here's your opportunity to have a worry-free 3-day weekend vacation, knowing that your pets (dogs and cats; maximum of 2) are at home but being cared for: fed, walked, and played with. Anne asks that you call her before bidding, so 1) she can determine if you live within a certain mile radius from her house and 2) she can arrange to meet your pets before the auction. Date: TBD No. of guests: 1 Location: Your home Contact: 207-228-4227; aschattner44@icloud.com Value: $120 7 Outdoor Activities Intracoastal Boat Tour & Lunch! Outdoor Activity Host: Brooke and Charlie Partlan Join Captain Brooke and first mate Charlie for a 3-hour tour of the Intracoastal Waterway on their pontoon boat, starting from either the Venice or Englewood Freedom Boat Club. Lunch at a waterfront restaurant is included. (NOTE: If this gets lots of bids, Brooke and Charlie will offer a 2nd boat trip for 6) Date: weekday, late Jan - early Feb Time: 11:30a.m. No. of guests: 6 Location: 990 Laguna Dr., Venice or 6950 Placida Rd, Englewood as preferred Contact: 248-613-0000; brookepartlan@gmail.com Value: $16.00 per person Kayak Trip Outdoor Activity Host: Fred & Lynn Jordan Guided kayak trip for beginners or experienced kayakers offered at various locations and dates. All equipment is provided and each trip lasts about 3 hours and starts with a short kayak lesson. John Sarkosy leads the trips. He is with the Littoral Society. Date: TBD, Feb-May No. of guests: 2 Time: TBD Location:.TBD Contact: 941-486-8269; frlyjord@yahoo.com Value: $25 per person Come Kayak with Us Outdoor Activity Host: Shirley Secord & Lee Larson You'll be in a sit-upon 12' Ocean Kayak, a dual paddle that can convert to a single. We'll head east from Snook Haven for a slow calm experience on the upper Myakka River, expecting to see gators, birds, flowers, jumping fish,and othr kinds of wildlife. We'll follow up with a cool one and sandwich at Snook Haven, our newest county park. For safety's sake, bid only if you know how to swim. Date: TBD No. of guests: 1-2 Time: TBD Location:.Snook Haven, Myakka River Contact: 941-400-1979; llarson1105@msn.com Value: $50.00 Biker for a Day Outdoor Activity Host: Khleber Van Zandt Ride behind Khleber on his Harley to a local joint of your choice. Maybe Snook Haven for a great view of the Myakka River or perhaps Flounders in Englewood next to the Gulf. We'll have lunch or an afternoon libation. This is your chance to be ‘biker for a day.’ Date: TBD No. of guests: 1 Time: TBD Location: TBD Contact: 314-223-0551; kvanzandt@earthlink.net 8 Value: $20.00 Wellness Walk Outdoor Activity Host: Marianne Lombard Join Marianne on 4 Thursdays for a walk on the beautiful exercise trails at Pinebrook Park. Date: Thursdays, TBD No. of guests: 8 Time: 10:30-noon Location: Pinebrook Park Contact: 941-485-5270; aligatormari@yahoo.com Value: $15.00 per person 9 Arts & Entertainment Two Tickets to Capitol Steps Arts & Entertainment Host: Anonymous Once again, anonymous donors have donated two tickets to a performance of the very funny and very current Capitol Steps at the Venice Theatre. This group has been appearing on PBS and NPR for many years. They are very topical and no elected official is safe when the Capitol Steps are performing. Great evening out for yourself or visiting friends. Date: Mon., Jan. 19 Time: 3:00p.m. No. of guests: 2 Location: Venice Theater Value: $100.00 All That Jazz Arts & Entertainment Host: Brad Jenkins and Bill Wolfers Brad and Bill are offering six evenings of jazz. Listen to some of the best jazz ever recorded. Watch some little known films and TV clips of these fascinating musicians, commentary added by Brad and Bill. Each session will begin with a drink from the bar, then 45 minutes of music and talk. During the intermission, you're welcome to a second drink. Then a concluding 45 minutes of jazz and talk. 1/27 - The Roaring Twenties: From ragtime to Louis, Bix, Fatha Hines and Jack Teagarden. 2/3 - The Swing Era and Big Bands: Count Basie, Goodman and Artie Shaw. 2/10 - The Jazz Birds: From Billie to Ella, Sarah, Jo, June, Nancy, Nina, Karin, Dinah and Diana. 2/17 - The Piano Players: Art Tatum, Teddy Wilson, Erroll Garner, Oscar Peterson and Bill Evans. 2/24 - West Coast Jazz: Gerry Mulligan, Stan Kenton, Woody Herman with Stan Getz and the Four Brothers. 3/3 - Bebop Now and Then: From Bird, Dizzy and Miles to the Marsalis Brothers. Date: Tue., Jan. 27–Mar. 3 No. of guests: unlimited Time: 6:00-9:00p.m. Location: Sanctuary Contact: 941-412-4966; hohobrad@aol.com Value: $15.00 per session; $50.00 for all 6 A Night of Soul Arts & Entertainment Host: Brenda Williams Hear the lead vocalists of the 1960’s soul group The 5th Dimension, Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr., perform at the Van Wezel: Row 1 Seat 4. Date: Wed., Jan. 28 No. of guests: 1 Time: 8:00p.m. Location:.Van Wezel Theatre Contact: 941-484-6195; bwilliams407@yahoo.com Value: $55 10 Home Tour Arts & Entertainment Host: Mimi Welch American Association of University Women's annual home tour. This outstanding event features five of the most unique homes in Venice, including an historical small home designed by Robert Twitchell of the Sarasota School of Architecture and a medieval style castle. The homes are open from 10:00-4:00; in each home a knowledgeable AAUW member will serve as guide. Date: Feb. 13 No. of guests: 4 Time: 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m. Contact: 941-918-1379; welch.mimi.35@gmail.com Value: $20.00 per person Dinner and Mary Poppins Arts & Entertainment Host: Marianne Lombard Join Marianne for dinner at the French Bistro and then an evening at Venice Theatre for the delightful “Mary Poppins”. The musical runs from February 17 to March 15. Date: TBD, Feb. 17–Mar.15 No. of guests: 1 Time: TBD Location: French Bistro & Venice Theater Contact: 941-485-5270; aligatormari@yahoo.com Value: $60.00 A Night at the Theatre Arts & Entertainment Host: Earl Baumruck You and a guest can enjoy a night of laughter and fun seeing the hilarious comedy “The Fox on the Fairway” by Ken Ludwig. Date: TBD, Mar. 31–Apr.19 No. of guests: 2 sets of 2 Time: TBD Location: Venice Theater Contact: 941-429-0440; etbven@aol.com Value: $28.00 per person Pizza and a Show Arts & Entertainment Host: Mary Taylor Attend the show of your choice at the Venice Theatre with 2 VIP cards, after having pizza at Scamotz (across the street from the theatre) with a $50 gift certificate. VIP cards must be redeemed at the theatre box office. Date: TBD No. of guests: 2 Time: TBD Location: Scamotz & Venice Theater Contact: 941-484-1381; marygarciataylor@hotmail,com Value: $106.00 11 Classical Guitar Concert Arts & Entertainment Host: Dick Smith Join Dick at UUCOV for an evening concert of classical guitar. In addition to the music, Dick will entertain with information about the music played, the instrument, playing techniques, and even his personal struggles Refreshments (wine) will be served. Date: TBD No. of guests: Unlimited Time: TBD Location: UUCOV Sanctuary Contact: 941-408-1729; dickandbarb3@comcast.net Value: $10.00 per person 12 Eat, Drink, & Be Merry Manatee Viewing and Dining!!!! Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Morris and Joyce Firebaugh The Firebaughs will escort you to the Apollo Beach manatee viewing center at the TECO power plant for a visit with the manatees. Then to dinner and drinks at the Sunset Grill in Little Harbor. What fun!! You will need to drive about 50 minutes to Sun City where the Firebaughs will meet you to start your adventure. Date: Sat., Jan. 24, No. of guests: 4 Rain date: Sat., Feb. 21 Location: Apollo Beach Time: TBD Contact: 262-412-9575; joycefirebaugh7@gmail.com Value: $15.00 per person Wine Tasting with Hors D’oeuvres Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Dale & Marilyn Povenmire Come taste Dale and Marilyn’s 4 favorite red wines and 4 favorite white wines - plus an assortment of hors d'oeuvres. Date: Wed., Jan. 28 Time: 5:00-7:00p.m. No. of guests: 10 Location: 557 Park Estates Square, Venice Contact: 941-496-9881; dmpov@verizon.net Value: $25.00 per person Craft Beer Tasting Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Corky & Lin Dalton Join the Daltons for a few LAPS…Lagers, Ales, Porters, and Stouts. They will have a selection of types of beers, all crafted in Florida. Each will be served with an appetizer to complement the brew. Date: Mon., Feb. 2 Time: 5:00-7:00p.m. No. of guests: 10 Location: 101 Park Blvd.,South #102, Venice Contact: 941-445-6881; lincork@comcast.net Value: $15.00 per person Valentine Raclette Dinner Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Carol Moser, Richard Colburn Carol and Richard invite you to a special Valentine’s Dinner. They will serve the Swiss National dish, Raclette - a melted cheese dish with potatoes, meats and vegetables - made with a special table top Raclette maker! Dessert will have a Valentine theme! Date: Sat., Feb. 14 Time: 6:00-9:00p.m. No. of guests: 4 Location: 29 Anne Bonny Circle, Nokomis Contact: 941-882-3790; mosercr@msn.com Value: $20 per person 13 Vietnamese Dinner Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Denny Fuller Join Denny at his Sarasota home for a special dinner - the entrée will be one of the great dishes from Viet Nam: hot and sour lemon grass shrimp soup. Filling out the menu will be appetizers, wine, and a salad. Date: Fri., Feb. 20 No. of guests: 5 Time: 6:30p.m. Location: 3946 Easton Terrace, Sarasota Contact 941-927-0447; fullerdenny@gmail.com Value: $20.00 per person New England Baked Bean Suppah Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Bill & Claire Harrison Missing the Northeast? Looking for some comfort food? Join Bill and Claire Harrison for a traditional New England baked bean supper including home-baked beans, ham, franks, cole slaw, brown bread, and several kinds of pies. Date: Sat., Feb. 28 Time: 5:00p.m. No. of guests: 6 Location: 2126 Calusa Lakes Blvd., Nokomis Contact: 941-244-0151; charrison327@gmail.com Value: $20.00 per person Dessert & Sangria Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Steve & Eileen Leapley Join Eileen and Steve for a fun evening around the fire pit on their patio for dessert and sangria. Date: Wed., March 4 No. of guests: 6 Time: 6:00pm Location: 1722 Curry Trail, Nokomis Contact: 203-671-6631; swleapley@yahoo.com Value: $15.00 per person Medieval Feast Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Marilyn Amick, Francie Storey, & Bev Morrison Celebrate with a glorious Medieval Feast consisting of nine fantastic courses with actual medieval recipes. We will celebrate with a time of rollicking, frolicking, and joyous abandonment to gluttony. Be a guest at the Storey chateau in Venice. Avail yourselves of this golden opportunity, for who knows when it may come again. Date: Sat., Mar. 7 No. of guests: 14 Time: 6:00p.m. Location: 20580 Pezzana Dr, Venice Contact: 941-378-4644; mamick1@comcast.net Value: $40.00 per person 14 Beach Party Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Pat and Dick Schwing Schwing on down to a Beach Party on Manasota Key in Englewood. Enjoy the camaraderie with fellow UUCOV folks and spend time relaxing on the beach with drinks and appetizers. Date: Wed., Mar. 11 Time: 2:00-4:00p.m. No. of guests: 8 Location: 316 Cielo St, Englewood Contact: 941-474-0008; patriciaschwing@gmail.com Value: $15.00 per person St. Patty’s Party Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Bill Dowling & Linda Underwood Join Linda and Bill at their home on St. Patty’s Day for a wee party to celebrate luck, life and laughter with Irish fare and libation, music, and jokes. Date: Tue., Mar. 17 Time: 5:00-8:00p.m. No. of guests: 24 Location: 429 Bayshore Drive, Venice Contact: 941-584-7518; lwu429@gmail.com Value: $25.00 per person Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Dave and Martha Williams Senor and Senora Williams invite you to their casa for a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. There will be margaritas, tacos, piñatas and you in your finest fiesta outfit. A fun time will be had by all! Date: Tue., May 5 Time: 6:00pm No. of guests: 20 Location: 723 Silk Oak Drive, Venice Contact: 941-408-1783; mjdlwms@comcast.net Value: $20 per person Pizza and Game Night!! Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Nancy Ryder Here year round? Join Nancy in a summer evening of pizza, salad, wine and dessert with a rousing game of Balderdash. No experience playing Balderdash necessary! Date: TBD, summer No. of guests: 7 Time: TBD Location: 1620 Liscourt Dr., Venice Contact: 941-483-4576; rydernancy@yahoo.com Value: $20.00 per person 15 Sunset Cocktail Cruise Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Bill & Mary Ellen Laughlin Enjoy watching a beautiful Venetian sunset out on the Gulf with Bill and Mary Ellen aboard a spacious Albin 28' boat with cocktails and yummy hors d'oeuvres. Date: TBD No. of guests: 6 Time: TBD Location: TBA Contact: 508-237-6446; wlaugh4749@aol.com Value: $25.00 per person Soup ‘n’ Salad Dinner Eat, Drink & Be Merry Host: Jerry & Nancy Paller Join Nancy and Jerry in their home for dinner and conversation. They are offering 3 kinds of homemade soup and tossed salad with bread. Date: TBD Time: TBD No. of guests: 4 Location: 1300 N. River Rd, C-140, Venice Contact: 970-744-1742; humhallow@hotmail.com Value: $20.00 per person 16 Vacation Opportunities Getaway to the Cape (or almost) Vacation Opportunity Host: Leie Carmody Spend a weekend just "this side" of the Bourne Bridge to lovely Cape Cod. Enjoy waking to a view of the quiet peace of the Weweantic River (perhaps the swans will choose that moment to drift by). Savor the scrumptious breakfast prepared by your host. Laze with a book on the deck or head out to the Cape and everything that offers. Date: June-August No. of guests: 1-2 Location:.Wareham, MA Contact: 941-445-4859; leiecarmody@gmail.com Value: $50 per person per night Cape Cod B and B Vacation Opportunity Host: Bill Dowling, Linda Underwood Planning a trip to Cape Cod? Extend your stay for one or two nights with a B and B opportunity in a lake front house on Cape Cod. Your bedroom has two twin beds and a private bath on the second floor and is very private. House has a private dock and small sailboat and kayaks are available. House is mid-Cape and Provincetown is 45 min. away. Friendly but active dog lives there! Date: July-September 17 No. of Guests: 1-2 Location: Harwich, Ma. Contact: 941-584-7518; lwu429@gmail.com Value: $50 per person per night Tangibles Freedom Boat Club Goody Bag Tangible Host: Brooke and Charlie Partlan Bid on an insulated bag from the Freedom Boat Club that includes a Tshirt and 4 cozies. Contact: 248-613-0000; brookepartlan@gmail.com Value: $10.00 Antler Basket Tangible Host: Martha Williams You can own one of Martha’s beautiful handmade baskets. The Antler Basket is her specialty! Contact: 941-408-1783; mjdlwms@comcast.net Value: $50.00 Tea for Two Tangible Host: Steve Doublestein and John Mohler You and a companion can enjoy a tea basket filled with 2 fine English tea cups (collectible) and a variety of teas, tea balls, spoons and cookies/biscotti. Tea cups and saucers are Shelley Bone china and research on the pattern, date,and value of the tea cup set will be provided. Contact: 269-686-6235; stevedoublestein@yahoo.com Value: $50.00 Pearl Necklace Tangible Host: Dvora and Leslie Vilcone Own a beautiful 18" white freshwater pearl necklace with Chinese crystals. Contact: 941-451-8523; ddvohm@aol.com Value: $65.00 Yamaha Digital Piano Tangible Host: Bonnie Hurley This Yamaha Digital Piano (Model YDP-323) sounds just like a concert grand piano. It comes with head phones, a manual, & music book. 5 years old. Original value, $1500. Call before auction to see/hear it. Contact: 941-497-6256; oldnbold@gmail.com Starting Bid: $500.00 18 Knife Set Tangible Host: Anonymous Need a new knife set? Bid on this beautiful 13 piece Hoffman Solingen knife and scissors set, in a great lockable leather case. Value: $65.00 Handmade Quilt Tangible Host: Cindy O'Dell Wow! Cindy made a quilt specifically for the UUCOV auction. Titled "Stripes". It measures 60" x 80" and is done in 'browns'. Contact: 317-370-6705; cindy.odell@sbcglobal.net Starting Bid: $50.00 Rug Wall Hanging Tangible Host: NancyZarowin This beautiful and unusual 3' x 5' handmade wool rug, which is seemingly chain-stitched, would make a wonderful addition to your home! Contact: 941-484-3501; cbzarowin@sbcglobal.net Starting Bid: $100.00 Hibiscus Tangible Host: Denny Fuller Own a piece of Sarasota by bidding on this photograph of a Hibiscus flower by Amy Zeusler, a local artist. Contact: 941-927-0447 Value: $25.00 Gyotaku Fish Print Tangible Host: Bonnie Hurley A lovely Gyotaku (fish-rubbing print) of 3 fish, 32" x 37", surrounded by an unusual and beautiful wooden frame. It is the work of Florida artist Kim Workman and her late husband, Ian, of Cudjoe Key. This print was purchased in 2008 for $795. Contact: 941-497-6256; oldnbold@gmail.com Starting Bid: $260.00 19 Folk Art Tangible Host: Bonnie Hurley Folk Art painting on wood (30" x 24") of pitcher and wash bowl. Signed by artist (Joyce) Langelier of Pennsylvania. Contact: 941-497-6256; oldnbold@gmail.com Value: $20.00 Sailboat in Acrylic Tangible Host: Denny Fuller Enjoy this lovely acrylic painting on watercolor paper of a sailboat & a Florida sky by UU artist Michael Domina exhibits in Florida and Massachusetts. Contact: 941-927-0447 Starting Bid: $40.00 Watercolor Original Tangible Host: Laura Marcusa Here is an opportunity to own an original floral watercolor painting done by UUCOV member Laura Marcusa on Fabriano archival paper, sign by the artist. It is 22" x 30" and unframed. Contact: 941-474-0670; lmarcusa@aol.com Starting Bid: $100.00 20