*Beautiful hand-turned wooden bowl, crafted and signed by Peter Stifel. Donated by the artist, Dr. Peter Stifel
*Country tour for four in Peter Stifel's fabulous 1910 Thomas Flyer with a gourmet lunch catered by Garden & Garnish. Donated by Peter Stifel and Garden & Garnish
*Expand your BBQ skills with a grilling basket filled with items for your grills, from wood chips to fish basket and gloves. Donated by Sydney Ashley and Jenna Ashley
*African Trading Beads: 28" strand larger brass beads. These necklaces may have hung on three generations of necks from Europe to Africa. They have survived over a hundred years of wear and have traveled over at least three continents. Purchased in Asia and Africa and made by craftswomen who make them from trading beads to support their families.
*African Trading Beads. 24" strand smaller brass beads. These necklaces may have hung on three generations of necks from Europe to Africa. They have survived over a hundred years of wear and have traveled over at least three continents. Purchased in Asia and Africa and made by craftswomen who make them from trading beads to support their families.
*African Trading Beads. 24" strand Venetian blue padre beads. These necklaces may have hung on three generations of necks from Europe to Africa. They have survived over a hundred years of wear and have traveled over at least three continents. Purchased in Asia and Africa and made by craftswomen who make them from trading beads to support their families.
*Woven straw/grass purse in silk bag. Anonymous donor
*Waterford crystal decanter. Anonymous donor
*Decoratively painted yellow tool box with garden tools. Donated by Jenna Ashley
*Antique carved wooden jewelry box with key and velvet lining. Carved leaves on sides, acorn on top. Donated by Jenna Ashley
*Picnic basket with china, cups, and more for four. Donated by Sydney Ashley and Kevin Colbeck
*Handmade quilt by June Bronfenbrenner. Donated by June Bronfenbrenner
*Handmade shawl by Alicia Siegrist. Donated by Alicia Siegrist
*Hand-felted bag by Julia Watson. Donated by Julia Watson
*Birding tour for up to six people at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, led by Dr. Wayne Bell, with a sumptuous brunch at the Worrall residence in Cambridge. Six complimentary admission tickets to Adkins Arboretum are included in the package. Date: Saturday, March 13 (rain date: Sunday, March 14). Donated by Doug and Margaret Worrall and Wayne Bell
*100 gallons of home heating oil from Tri Gas & Oil. Tri Gas & Oil customers can choose propane as an alternative. Includes travel cooler. Donated by Tri Gas & Oil, Inc.
*No wait and free admission for up to six guests at Adkins Arboretum's Halloween Haunted Hayride. Auction winner receives front-of-the-line VIP treatment at event. Donated by Adkins Arboretum
*Reserved wagon for shopping at Adkins Arboretum's fall and spring plant sales.
*Native river birch tree or plant(s) of your choice (up to $85 value) and a two-hour consultation with horticulturalist and Adkins Arboretum Land Stewardship Coordinator Sue Wyndham. Donated by Adkins Arboretum
*Oyster knife carved from the Wye Oak. Donated by Nancy and Al Schnoebelen
*A numbered limited edition giclee print by Jay Falstad. Donated by the artist, Jay Falstad
*One-hour intuitive reading with tarot by Barbara Barrowcliff. In person in Easton or over the phone. Barbara Barrowcliff
*Enjoy a $50 gift certificate from Lizzy Dee - a feminine emporium in Easton. Donated by Lizzy Dee - a feminine emporium
*Alpine plants on the Eastern Shore? A visit to John Ray's beautiful garden and greenhouses in Chestertown will show you that it can be done! This package for up to twelve people includes a morning tour of the Ray Garden, "Nearwater," with lunch to follow at the neighboring house and garden of Judy Van Dyke. April, May, or June timeframe to be arranged with John and Judy. Donated by John Ray and Judy Van Dyke
*Two-day guided surf fishing trip - two days on the beach with Wayne Bell, captain of the Happy Hookers Surf Fishing Team Extraordinaire for the past 26 years. Two contiguous days, two nights lodging at the guide's Ocean City condominium for up to two persons. Meals, gear, bait, and tackle (if needed) provided. Dates to be arranged, late fall 2009 or spring/fall 2010. Donated by Wayne Bell
*Original oil painting of local scene by Patti Hopkins. Donated by the artist, Patti Hopkins
*Massage for two. Both of you will receive a one-hour massage by certified massage therapist Donna Real of Claiborne. Donated by Donna Real
*Golf for four players at Hog Neck Golf Course. Includes cart fees, greens fees, and all taxes. Valid Monday-Thursday, excluding holidays. Expires 12/31/09. Donated by Hog Neck Golf Course
*Fine art pottery platter by Paul Aspell. Donated by artist Paul or Irene Aspell
*Two-hour consultation with Chestertown's award-winning architectural firm, Chesapeake Associated Architects. Specializing in waterfront architecture and contemporary and historical design. Donated by Chesapeake Associated Architects
*One-hour site evaluation by Bartlett Tree Experts with tree and/or shrub treatments to complete approximately six very large trees or equivalent. Includes fertilization with Chesapeake Blend hydro injected fertilizer and Mycorrhizae. Donated by Bartlett Tree Experts
*A floating pool chair for lounging and relaxing. Aqua Pools & Spas
*Private, behind-the-scenes tour for six people at the Walters Art Gallery in Baltimore with Director Gary Vikan, with lunch for six at the Mount Vernon Club. Donated by the Walters Art Gallery, Judy Van Dyke, and Margaret Worrall
*"Moorings," a 25.5" x 20.5" beautifully framed original watercolor of a peaceful water scene, by Frank Racliff. Donated by Lynn and Bob Jarrell
*$30 gift certificate from Lily Pad Restaurant in Denton, MD. Donated by Lily Pad Restaurant
*Five hours of computer (PC or Mac) or network/Internet consulting, including $300 budget for hardware as required. Client should have a clearly defined problem or project in mind. Donated by Delta Management
*One yard of fine homegrown organic mulch. Delivered within a 25-mile radius of Adkins Arboretum. Donated by Adkins Arboretum
*Satisfy your curiosity with a VIP tour of the Carmean Granary in Ridgely. Donated by Vance and Kathy Carmean
*One-hour aerial tour for two in Michael Menzies' Cessna airplane. Takeoff from Easton Airport. Donated by Michael Menzies
*Beautifully sculpted hand-turned bowl made from magnolia wood. Donated by Scott Beatty
*Hand-crafted pine needle basket made by Jack Schumacher. Donated by the artist, Jack Schumacher
*Plants for four large containers. Eastern Shore Partners, LLC will fill your patio, deck, or poolside containers with a variety of annuals, tropicals, and perennials that complement your color preferences. Value is based upon filling four large containers measuring approximately 22 inches in diameter. Donated by Eastern Shore Partners, LLC
*A custom serving tray personalized with a painting of your garden, boat, family, etc. Dare Wenzler of Lincoln Park Studio will transfer your digital photo onto stretched canvas, which is over-painted/over-drawn by hand in layers using a variety of media. The finished canvas is coated with a UV-resistant spray varnish and inserted into a glass-covered tray. Donated by Eastern Shore Partners, LLC
*Cocktail cruise for eight aboard Aquadance, a 42' Post. Enjoy sumptuous wine and hors d'oeuvres from the Narrows Restaurant. Launches from Kent Island. Donated by the Narrows Restaurant and Luke and Kelly Phipps
*Feel enchanted with a night on the town for six in Easton, Maryland. A swanky, black stretch limousine, complete with complimentary cocktails, will take you and your guests to and from dinner at the Chef's Table at Martini's Restaurant. Chef table includes three courses ; drinks and gratuity additional. Not all dates are available. Call Martini's to arrange dinner. Donated by Martini's Restaurant and Luke Phipps
*Pack your walking shoes and camera for a five-day private tour of some of East Anglia's most notable gardens for up to four people. Your tour will be led by Arboretum Trustee Joe Weems and supported in the UK by an antiques dealer and a local gardener. The auction winner and guests will be treated like royalty with access to several antiques-filled homes and some of the most beautiful private gardens in England. The itinerary begins in the market town of Beccles and leads to a selection of home and garden tours from National Trust and National Gardens Scheme properties, depending upon weather and availability. You'll feel as if you have personal concierge service with Joe making all the arrangements, including transportation to and from Heathrow and admissions to all homes and gardens. The successful bidders are responsible for their own airfare, accommodation, and meals. Tour to take place in fall of 2011. VALUE: $4,000 for the UK portion of the tour. Donated by Joe Weems and Sandra Johnson, Eastern Shore
Partners LLC
*One-week stay at "Even Keel," an oceanfront family condo on 76th street in Ocean City, Maryland. Sleeps six comfortably, eight with ease. Pets okay. Reserve before February 2010. Other dates possible. Available summer dates 2010. Donated by Wayne and Joyce Bell and family
*Experience the magic of the Miles River on a two-hour cruise for six on OTTER, an extremely comfortable 43' refurbished wood bay-built workboat with Captain Jack Austin, a lifelong resident of the Miles River area. Your cruise will be accompanied by fabulous wine, hors d'oeuvres, and an elegant gourmet picnic dinner. Date to be arranged at a mutual time between the parties, used within the year. Expires Oct. 2010. Donated by Jack Austin and Bobbie Brittingham
*Two-night stay on the Chester River at the charming guest house of Lea Brook's Piney Point Farm. Sleeps 2-6. Lunch and breakfast food provided. Also includes dinner at Julia's in Centreville. Donated by Lea Brooks
*A day's cruise for up to four people on the Corsica and Chester rivers aboard Corsica Lady, followed by cocktails at the Blount residence in Centreville. Donated by Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Blount
*A week's stay at Nancy Jane Reed's beautiful Durango, Colorado, guest house. The house includes all amenities and sleeps 4-6 people in two twin-bedded rooms and a queen-size pull-out sofa in the living room. Durango is a simple tourist town with great restaurants, a college, and a wonderful community. Tour Mesa Verde, the 4 Corners area, or take a spectacular scenic ride on the narrow gauge railroad up to Silverton (limited in the winter). Available at a mutually agreed-upon week, with a summer week of touring or a winter week for skiing at the Durango Mountain Resort about 45 minutes away, or at the Wolf Creek Ski area 1 1/2 hrs. away. Donated by Nancy Jane Reed
