Department of Physical Therapy

Hard Hat Party

Silent Auction
May 28th 2008


We hope you will take some time to browse through this catalogue. Included are descriptions of the items (including photos where available) and the MINIMUM bid for each item.

 

If you wish to place a bid on one or more of the items please send an email to pt.auction@ubc.ca indicating the item number and the MAXIMUM amount you wish to bid. You may bid on as many or as few items as you wish. If you bid on several items but only wish to purchase a maximum number of items (i.e. you bid on 5 but wish to purchase a maximum of 2 items), please priorise your bids and indicate the maximum number of items you wish to purchase. Please note that all bids must be received by 12 noon on Wednesday at the latest. Bids received after 12 noon Wednesday cannot be considered.

 

Your bid will be kept secret until the bids on the items close on Wednesday night. The maximum bid at UBC on the night is then compared with your bid. If the maximum bid at UBC is LESS than your bid, then you win the item. If the bid at UBC is MORE than your maximum bid, you do not win the item.

 

You will be contacted shortly after the auction ends to let you know the outcome of your bids, and to arrange for transportation of purchased items. Payment by cheque will be required before an item is released to you.

 

Have fun and thank you for participating in the auction!


Item # 2
ITEM # 02:
DONATED BY:

- Elizabeth Dean
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $100
CATEGORY:

- Dom Perignon Champagne

DESCRIPTION:

- Sought after 1999 vintage of this classic and classy champagne


Item # 03
ITEM # 03:
DONATED BY:

- Sue Murphy
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $10
CATEGORY:

- Silk Painiting Kit

DESCRIPTION:

- If you have always admired the craftiness of others, then you will be interested in this silk painting kit for the beginner.  It is complete with instruction book, silk paints, a frame, paintbrush, clear gutta and silk.
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Item # 04
ITEM # 04:
DONATED BY:

- Sue Murphy
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $10
CATEGORY:

- 24 Golf Balls

DESCRIPTION:

- 24 Top Flight "XL 3000 Super Long" golf balls for the golfer that enjoys high performance or the weekend warrior that loses lots of balls!!!!
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Item # 05
ITEM # 05:
DONATED BY:

- Sue Murphy
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $10
CATEGORY:

- Serengetti Book

DESCRIPTION:

- Coffee table book on the Nomads of the Serengeti with beautiful photography of the mass migration of wildlife in Tanzania's magnificent Serengeti National Park.
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Item #6
ITEM # 06:
DONATED BY:

- Windsor Stables
- Aldergrove, BC
- www.windsorstables.net

STARTING BID:

- $70
CATEGORY:

- Party Certificate

DESCRIPTION:

- This package includes 1 hour of supervised Horseback Riding for up to 10 children, and use of the facilities for the afternoon (lounge, picnic tables).  Food not included.  Located in Aldergrove, BC.
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Item # 7
ITEM # 07 A:
DONATED BY:

- Amanda Reid
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $13
CATEGORY:

- $25 Pub Gift Certificates

DESCRIPTION:

- Go out for a night of fun and good food at the Ceili's Irish Pub and Restaurant. The gift certificate is a passport to lots of fun. Buy one or more and take your friends!!!!  They have 3 different locations: Vancouver, Calgary & Edmonton.
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Item # 7
ITEM # 07 B:
DONATED BY:

- Amanda Reid
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $13
CATEGORY:

- $25 Pub Gift Certificates

DESCRIPTION:

- Go out for a night of fun and good food at the Ceili's Irish Pub and Restaurant. The gift certificate is a passport to lots of fun. Buy one or more and take your friends!!!!  They have 3 different locations: Vancouver, Calgary & Edmonton.
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Item # 7
ITEM # 07 C:
DONATED BY:

- Amanda Reid
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $13
CATEGORY:

- $25 Pub Gift Certificates

DESCRIPTION:

- Go out for a night of fun and good food at the Ceili's Irish Pub and Restaurant. The gift certificate is a passport to lots of fun. Buy one or more and take your friends!!!!  They have 3 different locations: Vancouver, Calgary & Edmonton.
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Item # 7
ITEM # 07 D:
DONATED BY:

- Amanda Reid
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $13
CATEGORY:

- $25 Pub Gift Certificates

DESCRIPTION:

- Go out for a night of fun and good food at the Ceili's Irish Pub and Restaurant. The gift certificate is a passport to lots of fun. Buy one or more and take your friends!!!!  They have 3 different locations: Vancouver, Calgary & Edmonton.
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Itme # 8
ITEM # 8:
DONATED BY:

- Susan Harris
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $15
CATEGORY:

- Crystal Platter

DESCRIPTION:


- Place your bid on this round (40 cm/15.5” diameter) crystal platter in a “floral Rhapsody” design to help you out at your next social function.  This beautiful platter is perfect for canapés/veggies/fruit etc.


Item # 09
ITEM # 09:
DONATED BY:

- Jason Giesbrecht
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $35
CATEGORY:

- Signed Hockey Picture

DESCRIPTION:

- Autographed 8" X 10" photograph of Ottawa Senator's Assistant Captain #6 Wade Redden.  This is the perfect purchase for hockey fans everywhere.
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Item # 10
ITEM # 10:
DONATED BY:

- Sportmed Retail Group
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $55
CATEGORY:

- Gift Basket

DESCRIPTION:

- This "workout in a basket" features all the items you need for a workout and recovery.  It includes an 55 cm burst resistant stability ball; resistance tubing system; "The Great Body Ball Handbook"; two grip strengthening balls; a trigger point massager and a Medi Temp Hot and Cold wrap.
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Item # 11 A
ITEM # 11 A:
DONATED BY:

- Janice Masur
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $25
CATEGORY:

- Painting

DESCRIPTION:

- Still life mixed media 15 x 23.
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Item # 11 B
ITEM # 11 B:
DONATED BY:

- Janice Masur
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $25
CATEGORY:

- Painting

DESCRIPTION:

- Golden Dreams or variations on lemon, acryllic on gessu 26 x 17.
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Item # 13
ITEM # 13:
DONATED BY:

- Benny Faber
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $200
CATEGORY:

- Private Chef For An Evening

DESCRIPTION:

- Benny Faber is the former Executive Chef at the Vancouver Club. He has also worked in some of the top restaurants in the lower mainland and around BC.  Benny is building his own business, which includes restaurant consulting, private catering and culinary teaching.  You are bidding on a private, in-home, interactive cooking demonstration for up to 6 people, assistance with planning a 3-course meal with wine pairing. The cost of the food and wine is not included in the bid price.
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Item # 14
ITEM # 14:
DONATED BY:

- Judit Spence
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $60
CATEGORY:

- Hungarian Dinner

DESCRIPTION:

- Bid for this wonderful dinner for 8-10. An authentic Hugarian menu prepared and served in your home featuring: Vegyes eloetellek; Mixed appetizers; Kirantot gomba tartar; Breaded/Fried mushroom caps served with a tartar sauce; Uborka salata; Cucumber salad; Gulyas Leves; Authentic Gulyas soup;  Frissen sult Langos;  Freshly prepared bread with garlic; Gundel Palacsinta; Crepes with a walnut, raisin filling chocolate sauce and flamed with brandy.  This opportunity is only available in the lower mainland.All served with a side of Csardas music to set the tone!  Special allergies and preferences may be accomodated.
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Item #15A
ITEM # 15A:
DONATED BY:

- Susan Harris
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $25
CATEGORY:

- Breakfast in Bed

DESCRIPTION:

- Have breakfast in bed with all the trimmings.  This wonderful basket includes coffee/hot chocolate/tea, granola, biscotti, as well as honey and jam for your toast (you provide).  It also comes with napkins and two large mugs (so you don’t have to get out of bed very often!!!!) and a Garden Life magazine to peruse as you lounge.

Item #15B
ITEM # 15B:
DONATED BY:

- Susan Harris
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $15
CATEGORY:

- Breakfast in Bed

DESCRIPTION:

- This fabulous basket features contents that will take you out of bed for breakfast with your loved one +/- the family! It includes coffee, non-stick maple leaf pancake moulds, wild blueberry spreadable fruit and Annebmeenan (a wild fruit in Northwestern Ontario) fair trade sauce, and paper napkins to catch all the drips!!!

Item # 16
ITEM # 16:
DONATED BY:

- Anne Rankin
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $125
CATEGORY:

- Quilt

DESCRIPTION:

- The Buggy Barn "Star Crazies" quilt features warm browns, reds, creams and golds, and is lap sized to warm you up while lazing away in your favorite chair. Machine pieced and quilted with a cotton/bamboo blend batt it has a wonderful drape.
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Item # 17
ITEM # 17:
DONATED BY:

- Knotty Toys
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $35
CATEGORY:

- Gift Basket Of Toys

DESCRIPTION:

- A red wagon, bunny and twinkle wink.
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Item # 18
ITEM # 18:
DONATED BY:

- Julie Gaudet
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $40
CATEGORY:

- Rockstar Stain Glass

DESCRIPTION:

- This stain glass window hanging features a "rocker" motif.  It will be a wonderful addition to any music fan's room.
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Item # 19 A
ITEM # 19 A:
DONATED BY:

- Brenda Loveridge
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $60
CATEGORY:

- Photograph By Garth Loveridge

DESCRIPTION:

- Beautiful picture, features graffiti in Seattle.
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Item # 19 B
ITEM # 19 B:
DONATED BY:

- Brenda Loveridge
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $60
CATEGORY:

- Photography By Gareth Loveridge

DESCRIPTION:

- Beautiful still life of rocks in water.
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Item # 21
ITEM # 21:
DONATED BY:

- Heritage Office Furnishings
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $100
CATEGORY:

- Amia by Steelcase

DESCRIPTION:

- Amia™ is a chair with a secret.


Amia has additional comfort features like 4-way adjustable arms, adjustable seat depth and a flexible front seat edge, Amia keeps you feeling good 24/7. It’s a chair for every day, that’s not your everyday chair.

Awarded Gold Best of NeoCon 2007 in the ergonomic seating category.

Note: Actual chair is black fabric with chrome base


Item # 22
ITEM # 22:
DONATED BY:

- Herman Miller
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $250
CATEGORY:

- Aeron Chair

DESCRIPTION:

- Named "Design of the Decade" by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) and Business Week magazine.


High-performance, long-term seating with a full complement of adjustments and innovative suspension; for computer work, general office work, and casual or formal meetings.

The PostureFit difference. This next-generation breakthrough provides natural, custom-fitted lower-back support below the beltline for healthier posture and outstanding lower-back comfort.

This chair has a high and wide contoured back that takes weight off the lower spine.

Easy on the arms. Wide, soft armrests are sloped in the front.

Waterfall front edge. Reduces pressure under the thighs so circulation isn't restricted.

Roberto Luongo signed this Canuck's hockey jersey for your favorite sports fan!  What a fantastic opportunity to spoil yourself or someone you love.

Item # 23
ITEM # 23:
DONATED BY:

- Marni Besser
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $45
CATEGORY:

- Art Painting

DESCRIPTION:

- Watercolour of Pacific Spirit Park by local artist.
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Item # 25
ITEM # 25:
DONATED BY:

- Lesley Bainbridge and Gillian Hobbs
- Victoria, BC

STARTING BID:

- $30
CATEGORY:

- Gourmet Wine Basket

DESCRIPTION:

- 2 bottles of excellent BC wine (See Ya Later Ranch Chardonnay & Tinhorn Creek Merlot), Swiss Knight Cheese, Carr’s garlic and herb crackers, Urban Fare chunky red chili pepper spread, and Laura Secord extra dark chocolate for dessert.


Item # 26
ITEM # 26:
DONATED BY:

- Lara Boyd
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $200
CATEGORY:

- Stay At Cabin In Oregon

DESCRIPTION:

- This is your chance to have 2 nights in a beautiful cabin.  It has 3 bedrooms, and 2 full baths, sleeps 8 with a full kitchen and all linens, towels etc.  There is a $50 cleaning fee (in addition to the auction price).  Included at the ranch are 4 pools, (golf and tennis are also available for an additional fee).  The ranch is located in Sisters Oregon (about a 7 hour drive from Vancouver).  It is available for the purchaser between Oct 1-Nov 15 2008, from Jan 10 to March 1 2009 and then from April 1 to June 1 2009.  One month advance notice is needed before the weekend can be booked. 
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Item # 27
ITEM # 27:
DONATED BY:

- Sheila Kwan
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $150
CATEGORY:

- Roberto Luongo Hockey Jersey 

DESCRIPTION:

- Roberto Luongo signed this Canuck's hockey jersey for your favorite sports fan!  What a fantastic opportunity to spoil yourself or someone you love.
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Item # 28
ITEM # 28:
DONATED BY:

- Judy Richardson
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $20
CATEGORY:

- Small Quilt

DESCRIPTION:

- Enjoy this beautiful hand quilted wall hanging measureing 45" square.   In bright jewel tones with an Amish feel this could warm up any room!
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Item # 29
ITEM # 29:
DONATED BY:

- Carrie Davis
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $65
CATEGORY:

- Gourmet Washington State Wines Gift Basket

DESCRIPTION:

- Chateau Ste Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, Chateau Ste Michelle Merlot 2003, Gourmet items from Whidbey Island:  Loganberry Vinegar, Cranberry & Rosemary Vinegar, Marionberry Syrup, Loganberry and Raspberry Jams, Whidbey Whole Bean 12 ounce coffee, Dried fruits, Cabernet Cherry Dark Chocolates, Collection of Blended Spice Mixes.
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Item # 30
ITEM # 30:
DONATED BY:

- Carrie Davis
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $50
CATEGORY:

- Romance For Two Gift Basket

DESCRIPTION:

- 2 Crystal Champagne Flutes , Shannon Chrystal by Godinger; Yankee Candle; Bohemia Regia Sec from Czech Republic (Fine and fresh white sparkling wine).
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Item # 31a
ITEM # 31 A:
DONATED BY:

- Liz Aubert
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $25
CATEGORY:

- Quilt Wall Hanging

DESCRIPTION:

- Handmade quilted hanging with eagle design.
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Item # 31b
ITEM # 31 B:
DONATED BY:

- Liz Aubert
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $25
CATEGORY:

- Quilted Wall Hanging

DESCRIPTION:

- Handmade square quilted hanging.
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Item # 32
ITEM # 32:
DONATED BY:

- Agnes Zee
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $25
CATEGORY:

- Oil Painting

DESCRIPTION:

- n/a
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Item # 33
ITEM # 33:
DONATED BY:

- Kristin Pummell
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $30
CATEGORY:

- Sports Shirt

DESCRIPTION:

- Get fit and be active in this wonderful Sugoi Men's Large zip neck exercise shirt.  The colour is "lizard" with a hit of orange.
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Item # 34
ITEM # 34:
DONATED BY:

- Donna MacIntrye
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $15
CATEGORY:

- Hanging Basket

DESCRIPTION:

- n/a
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Item # 35
ITEM # 35:
DONATED BY:

- Teresa Francis
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $50
CATEGORY:

- Ladies Golf Bag

DESCRIPTION:

- Find a home to protect your favorite graphite golf clubs in this wonderful Datrek lady's golf bag with individual club dividers, and a pocket for putter. This bag measures 35" tall.
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Item # 37
ITEM # 37:
DONATED BY:

- Donna MacIntyre
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $15
CATEGORY:

- Anatomy Book And Flashcards

DESCRIPTION:

- Pocket guide to Musculoskeletal Assessment by Richard E Baxter & Illustrated Skeletal Muscles flash cards by David Garrison.
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Item # 38
ITEM # 38:
DONATED BY:

- Darlene Redenbach
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $25
CATEGORY:

- Art

DESCRIPTION:

- 3 limited edition wood-cut prints featuring musicians playing various instruments
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Item # 39
ITEM # 39:
DONATED BY:

- Fitter First
- Calgary, BC

STARTING BID:

- $40
CATEGORY:

- Ball Chair And Wobble Board

DESCRIPTION:

- 65 cm Classic Exercise Ball Chair and 16" wobble board (fixed angle 24 degrees).  Work on your balance in sitting and standing.  This is a great way to achieve some balance in your life!!!!!  This item includes a blue 65 cm stability ball and a 16" limited edition very advanced wobble board.
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Item # 40
ITEM # 40:
DONATED BY:

- Fitter First
- Calgary, BC

STARTING BID:

- $35
CATEGORY:

- Sitting Disc And Wobble Board

DESCRIPTION:

- 13" Medium Fitter Active Sitting Disc and 16" Platform Wobble Board.  This 13" active sitting disc will challenge your core and up the intensity of your workouts!  It comes with a 16" wobble board designed to challenge your core and your balance!
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Item # 41
ITEM # 41:
DONATED BY:

- Fitter First
- Calgary, BC

STARTING BID:

- $55
CATEGORY:

- Proactive Disc And Wobble Board

DESCRIPTION:

- Fixed Angle 16" Wobble Board and Self Inflating ProActive Disc.  The proactive self inflating sitting disc can change any chair to an active sitting zone!  The 16" wobble board will challenge your core and balance like never before!!!!
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Item # 42
ITEM # 42:
DONATED BY:

- Fitter First
- Calgary, BC

STARTING BID:

- $30
CATEGORY:

- Trainer With DVD

DESCRIPTION:

- XTM | Xco Medium Trainer with DVD.  The Xco trainer from Fitter will provide a total body workout.  The trainer is based on the principles of reactive impact and 3-dimensional freedom of movement for strengthening!  A DVD is provided to enhance your workout.
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Item # 43
ITEM # 43:
DONATED BY:

- Fatima Inglis
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $50
CATEGORY:

- Fraser River Boat Ride

DESCRIPTION:

- Take this opportunity to have a guided boat ride in a 12 foot zodiac for 2 people up the Fraser River.  Fatima's husband will be at the Helm!
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Item # 44
ITEM # 44:
DONATED BY:

- Anonymous Donation
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $40
CATEGORY:

- Classic Rock 101 Prize Pack

DESCRIPTION:

- This is the package for the audio/vido-phile in your family.   It includes CD's ("In the Name of Love - Africa Celebrates U2", 2 "Rock 101 Twisted Tunes - Vol. 1", "Raising Sand: with Robert Plant with Alison Krause, "Humanity" by the Scorpions); DVD's (The Sopranos - Season 2 and David Gilmour - Live at the Royal Albert Hall").  You will be able to deck out your car with Rock 101 antennae balls, stickers and magnets.  A free pizza a month from Papa Murphy's, and appetizer card for "The Boathouse", and 2 passess to Laser Zeppelin 8 at the HR MacMillan Space Centre will be fun for the whole family!!!!
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Item # 45
ITEM # 45:
DONATED BY:

- Donna MacIntyre
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $15
CATEGORY:

- Yoga Mat Carrying Bag

DESCRIPTION:

- This Zenzation yoga mat bag features 5 pockets to keep yourself organised while attending to your karma!  It has an adjustable shoulder strap and is made of a durable material in a light purple colour.
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Item # 46
ITEM # 46:
DONATED BY:

- Run Inn
- Tsawwassen, BC

STARTING BID:

- $10
CATEGORY:

- Gift Certificate

DESCRIPTION:

- Gift certificate valued at $25
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Item # 49
ITEM # 49:
DONATED BY:

- Darlene Redencbach
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $25
CATEGORY:

- PowerPoint Private Instruction

DESCRIPTION:

- Are you just starting to use power point or looking for some new ways to add life to your presentation? Here is an opportunity for 2 hours of one-on-one help with your power point presentations.  You may prefer a single 2-hour session or break it into 2 one hour sessions. You may want to take away what you learned and have a follow-up session to get feedback and further ideas. The content of the session will be determined by your current level of expertise and interests.
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Item # 50
ITEM # 50:
DONATED BY:

- Anonymous Donation
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $250
CATEGORY:

- Engagement Ring

DESCRIPTION:

- A wonderful opportunity to purchase an 18K white gold ladies engagement ring featuring a beautiful full cut round brilliant diamond weighing .27 carats.  This could be quite a steal!!!!
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Item # 55
ITEM # 55:
DONATED BY:

- Jilly Watson
- Vancouver, BC

STARTING BID:

- $100
CATEGORY:

- The Kissing Gate

DESCRIPTION:

- Jilly Watson has a passion for hiking in the West-Coast rainforests, and this love of the outdoors is relected in her paintings.  Jilly has attended numerous art workshops, including Capilano College's 2003 Art Course in France.  She has also studied under Marilyn Lemon, Paul Deggan, Greta Guzek and Dene Croft.
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