$100 Gift Certificate for Bootcamp & Fitness Classes

Start your New Year off right with the fitness professionals at Body Dynamics!

$100 gift certificate is valid for bootcamp, fitness classes or personal training.

This is your year to get motivated to reach your fitness goals!

To learn more about Victoria's leading fitness company see: http://www.bdhq.ca/ and get ready to "Expect results!"

Courtesy of: Michelle Shorter, Body Dynamics

Pender Island Getaway

Get some R&R on Pender

Approx. Value: $350

Enjoy a weekend getaway on North Pender Island, an easy 45 minute ferry ride from Swartz Bay, at a new, modern cottage with all the comforts including gas fireplace, full kitchen with a dishwasher & microwave, full bath with heated tile floors, queen bedroom & loft, large deck with gas barbeque, flat screen TV with DVD, etc. Marina, golf course, beaches, whale watching, eagles, hiking trails, restaurants, all close by. Rental dates to be arranged with successful bidder.

Courtesy of: Brian & Sandy Clarke

Sailboat Adventure!

Enjoy an afternoon sail on the Mariko
Approx Value: PRICELESS!
Enjoy a sail on a 34 foot sailboat (Mariko) on a warm spring day to be picked by the winning bidder. Sydney area with Sydney Spit as lunch destination.







Courtesy of: Brian & Sandy Clarke

Wine & Sea Cider Gourmet Basket

The perfect gourmet package for a gift, a weekend away, or a dinner party...
Approx retail value: $130
2002 Quails Gate, OVF Reserve (old vine foch reserve) - a concentrated and distinctive red wine with flavours of duskey berry, chocolate, mocha, & vanilla bean
2004 Chenin Blanc, Limited Release - a refreshing white that abounds with flavors of melon, citrus and green apple
Sea Cider Rumrunner Cider, 750 ml bottle, 14.2% alco./vol. (currently sold out) - crafted with home-grown heritage apples, hand pressed, slowly fermented with Champagne yeast then aged in rum barrels.
Sea Cider Apple Ginger Chutney & Crostini, For more on selections from Sea Cider Ciderhouse http://seacider.ca/ciders.html
And of course any wine experience would not be complete without chocolate! - includes two boxes of Purdy's finest chocolates to top off your experience. For pick up or delivery in Victoria.
Courtesy of: Quimper Consulting, Brent Iverson & Mia Maki

100% Thai Silk Scarf & BC Book set

A nice gift, or a special treat for yourself!

Estimated Retail Value: $60

5 of these gift sets are available!

BOOK: Time Echoes Softly by Michael Duncan. A collection of the author's black and white drawings and BC inspired poetry. Includes beautiful pencil sketches of BC natural history and heritage. Courtesy of: Anne Marie Hogya

Hand Woven Silk Piece: 100% Thai Silk, imported from Thailand. These beautiful silk pieces are very soft, with beautiful rich detail. They can be used as a scarf, table runner or hanging. Courtesy of: Kristina Contreras

Harbour Air Round Trip for 2!

Enjoy Return Trip Victoria-Vancouver on Harbour Air
Approx Retail Value: $450

Return airfare for two between any scheduled service route - including Vancouver/Victoria. The winning bidder will receive 4 one way vouchers which are redeamable between 9am-3pm, and the vouchers are valid for one year upon their date of issue.

If you every fly via Harbour Air, now's the time to get two round trip vouchers... for a great cause!
Courtesy of: Harbour Air

Xbox 360 - 3 Game Pack!

3-Game Pack for the Xbox
Approx Retail Value: $150

Package includes these three excellent games:

1. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 08

2. Forza 2 Motorsport
3. Need For Speed Pro Street

Courtesy of: Electronic Arts Blackbox

Area Rug

Beautiful "Martha Stewart" brand Area Rug (5.5 x 7.8)
Retail Value: $699
This gorgeous, high quality rug would be a perfect compliment to your home. Rich shades of tan, soft to the toes, and brand new. E-mail jmacdonald@telus.net to view additional photos of this item, or double click on this image to enlarge.


Courtesy of: Chris Ward and End of the Roll

Note: This item is available for pick up in Vancouver

Boston Pizza : PIZZA PARTY!

Pizza Party for 10!

Retail Value: $125

Treat the whole family to pizza for a great cause...Loaded with taste, treat yourself or give the Boston Pizza gift card is to that hard-to-buy for someone. This package includes 5 medium pizzas and pop for 10. Perfect for a birthday or holiday party with the kids and their friends. Redeemable at any Boston Pizza location in Canada.

Courtesy of: Boston Pizza

Handmade Table Runner

Beautiful Quilted Table Runner
Measures 14" x 30"
Approx. Retail Value: $75
This beautiful handmade table runner was created by well known quilter Susan Purney. For more on Susan's lovely work see her website: http://www.susanpm.com/

Courtesy of: Susan Purney

English Bay Golf Jacket/Vest

English Bay Golf Jacket
Approx Retail Value: $100
A great new jacket for the Golfer, or sporty person in your life...
Approx Value: $100
This Jacket is a rain/wind shell by English Bay. Great for running or any other outdoor physical activity; it can easily turn into a vest with its zip-off sleeves. Navy/red. Size: Large


Courtesy of: Team Sales Ltd.

Edinburgh Crystal Frame

Lovely Crystal Frame for your Home or Office
Retail Value: $50
Edinburgh Crystal was founded in 1867 and remains at the cutting edge of contemporary crystal design. They combine a rich historical heritage with a modern outlook; and the latest in design and manufacturing techniques with traditional skills and values. Their skilled craftsmen and passionate design team create the most captivating crystal pieces. This beautiful piece is no exception!







Courtesy of: Paula Greene

USANA - Sense Skin Care Basic Pack

3-Step Skin Care Package
Retail Value: $120

USANA Health Sciences produces the highest quality nutritional and personal care products available. Whether it's a complete, balanced spectrum of nutrients and antioxidants to protect our bodies from free radicals or science-based personal care products that replenish and rejuvenate skin and hair, USANA's premier products simply make you feel and look wonderful.

This 3-step skin care package includes:

Gentle daily cleanser, hydrating toner, daytime protective emulsion, & night renewal cream.

For more info about these quality products: http://products.usana.com/en/products/us/sense/3step.shtml

Courtesy of: Lonnie DeSourcy

Golf for 2 at Olympic View Golf Club

Golf for two at Olympic View
Retail Value: $170
Located in Victoria, Olympic View Golf Club boasts tranquility and nature with a variety of golf holes that constitute individual masterpieces. It’s no wonder this was the first golf course in British Columbia that Tiger Woods played, as an amateur in 1994. Valid Monday - Thursday, through 2009.

Courtesy Of: Olympic View Golf Club

Senior's Gift Basket

A Special Gift Basket for Seniors
Retail Value: $100
Courtesy of MediChair Victoria, you can be sure that these items are the perfect gift for that special senior in your life!
Included in this gift basket: Shoe horn, Cozy Toes socks, Eye drop guide, Popcorn, Gait belt with handles, Handybar: personal support handle for you and your vehicle, Ruler, Calendar, Door knob gripper, Therapy Ball for hands and wrist
Courtesy of: MediChair Victoria

Cape Dorset Prints: A Retrospective: 50 Years of Printmaking

Beautiful hard covered book by Leslie Boyd Ryan

Value: $75

The first book to tell the full story of this historic printmaking community. Essays and more than 200 stonecuts, linocuts, engravings, stencils, lithographs, drawings and etchings from Inuit residents from this legendary West Baffin Eskimo co-operative. 304 pages

Courtesy of: Bolen Books

Read more about this lovely book: http://www.dmbooks.com/product.aspx?ProductID=8024

Wine & Cheese Gift Basket

Kick off the festive season with a little wine and cheese!

Approximate value: $65

This lovely gift basket includes 2 bottles of BC wine, snacks and specialty cheese from Ottavio, cocktail napkins as well as two wine glasses.

Just unwrap and fa la la la la...

Courtesy of: BC Wine Guys

Note: This fragile item recommended for Victoria bidders, drop-off available!

Silk Scarves from Thailand

Great gift idea for that hard-to-buy-for person on your list! Woven Silk Pieces: 100% Thai Silk, imported from Thailand. These silk pieces are very soft, with beautiful rich detail. They can be used as a scarf, table runner or hanging. Several available starting with these. Please note if you are bidding on the blue silk piece (#1), or the striped one (#2).

Each measures approx: 60"x14"

Courtesy of: Kristina Contreras

$500 Gift Certificate for Whistler Hotel

The Snow is falling... get yourself to Whistler!
Every year TripAdvisor honors the world's best hotels with their Traveler's Choice Awards. Only TripAdvisor's hotel awards represent the unbiased opinions of millions of real travelers. The Sundial Boutique Hotel has won a place in the 2008 Traveler's Choice Awards as one of the Top 10 Hidden Gems in the World!

Checkout the website for more information on this beautiful Whistler retreat! www.sundialhotel.com

Gift Certificate to be used by end of 2009
Courtesy of: Richard Adrian
Note: This item has a minimum starting bid of $400

$40 Gift Certificate for Prima Strada Pizzeria

Treat yourself to dinner out!

Have a night out at this popular new pizzaria! The Pizzeria Prima Strada culture is rooted in a passion for being true to our guests. Paying homage to our Italian roots with a commitment to simple and fresh ingredients on traditional wood-fired, thin crust pizzas. Our mission is to provide delicious food in a fun & playful environment...

Located in Cook St. Village, Victoria

Courtesy of: Christen Dallas @ Pizzeria Prima Strada in Victoria, BC

Round of Golf at Olympic View

Olympic View Golf - Round of Golf for 2
Retail Value: $170
Olympic View Golf Club is located just 20 minutes from downtown Victoria on the savoury southern tip of Vancouver Island. Olympic View is rated the #20 Best Golf Experience in Canada and USA West, Fairways and Greens Magazine 2006. This course boasts tranquility and nature with a variety of golf holes that constitute individual masterpieces. The magnificence of the Olympic Mountains, roar of two spectacular waterfalls, harmony of eagles soaring and deer grazing, calmness of twelve lakes and the stylish rock outcroppings deliver an award winning golf experience.

Valid Mon-Thurs until 04/2009
Courtesy of: Olympic View Golf Course

$50 Gift Certificate for Sticky Wicket Pub & Restaurant

Take a break from shopping with lunch and a pint downtown...

The Sticky Wicket Pub & Restaurant is Victoria's premier entertainment destination. From our family dining area to one of our many licensed areas. Whether you're looking for fun in the sun on The Roof or the underground dance and club beats of Legends. You can watch the big game in The Games Room or play your own big game there or on our rooftop volleyball courts. The Sticky Wicket has something for everyone.

Courtesy of: Jane London

Entertaining Gift Basket

All you need when company drops by...

Approx. Retail Value: $75

This Gift Basket has everything you need for entertaining drop-in guests, or make a perfect gift for those who have everything. Includes soup, chips and dip, cheese, chocolate, specialty tea, tea set including 4 cups and tea pot.
Just unpack and say "drop on by anytime!".
Courtesy of: The Market on Yates
Note: This item suggested for Victoria bidders only, drop off available.

Body Dynamics Bootcamp: $50 gift certificate

Get a jump on your fitness resolutions with a Body Dynamics fitness class!

You can count on the fact that their reliable and professional team will be there to guide and inspire you until you achieve your fitness and health goals. Their goal is to see you sweaty, healthy...and most of all happy with yourself. Body Dynamics' mission is to make fitness enthusiasts of everyone in Victoria! Certificate can be used towards any programs and classes. Check out Body Dynamics on the Web: http://bdhq.ca/

Courtesy of: Trish Chan

Sonicare Toothbrush

Get superior dental hygiene with FlexCare
Retail Value: $180.00
FlexCare Delivers the superior cleaning you're looking for with the flexibility your oral health routine demands. New ProResults brush heads and personal care settings are all found in a brush design that is smaller, lighter and has less vibration than any other Sonicare toothbrush. All this and an integrated UV sanitizer that helps eliminate harmful bacteria that may reside on your brush head.

Courtesy of: Dr Lynette Foo, Mayfair Dental

Children's Book Package

Liven up storytime with this lovely set of new books
Retail Value: $55.00
A great Gift Package for any child in your life, this package includes great classics and some new ones that are sure to become favorites! Included in this auction are:

Puff the Magic Dragon by Peter Yarrow & Lenny Lipton. Large Hardcover. Includes CD.
Can You See What I See? Christmas Read and Seek by Walter Wick. Small Softcover.
Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney. Large Board Book.
Looking for a Moose by Phyllis Root. Large Softcover.

Courtesy of: Stephanie Weinstein and "Kids in Print" Bookstore

Magic Bullet Blender

Perfect for smoothies, shakes and of course margaritas...

Retail Value: $100

Unlike bulky blenders and unwieldy food processors that most of us only pull out of storage for specific recipes and special occasions, the Magic Bullet is so handy, so versatile and easy to use that you'll put it to work EVERY single day (probably several times a day). For more information please visit: www.buythebullet.com

Courtesy of: Chris Ward

Wills & Powers of Attorney for 2

A husband & wife wills and powers of attorney package
Retail Value: $500

Haven't had the time to write your will? Just haven't even thought about it? Now is the perfect time, get it done right by a well known Victoria law firm: McConnan Bion O'Connor & Peterson Law Corporation... while supporting a great cause!

Courtesy of: Michael O'Connor at McConnan Bion O'Connor & Peterson Law Corporation

To be redeemed by January 31st, 2009

Family Board Game & Toy Gift Card

Slammer Board Game + Gift Card for Timeless Toys
Retail Value approx: $40

Slammer is fast, exciting and full of fun! Listen to the sound coming from the randomizer and try to grab a pair of cards matching with that sound – with both sides of your slapstick. You have to be quicker than your friends because everyone is reaching for the same goal!

This game also comes with a $15 Gift Card for Timeless Toys at 2187 Oak Bay Ave. in Victoria!

Courtesy of: Timeless Toys in Victoria

$100 Gift Card for Boston Pizza

Treat the whole family to pizza for a great cause...
Loaded with taste, treat yourself or give the Boston Pizza gift card is to that hard-to-buy for someone. Gift Card is redeemable at any BP location in Canada.

Courtesy of Boston Pizza
http://www.bostonpizza.com/

Xbox 3-Game Pack!

Give the gift of games...

Retail Value: $140

This Xbox game package has great variety and is the perfect gift for any gamer on your list.
Includes:

1) Need for Speed Undercover (age 10+) - Players race through the Tri-city Bay area, deep undercover, to take down International Crime Syndicates. The game includes some of the hottest licensed cars such as the Audi R8, BMW M6 and Lexus IS-F.

2) The Simpsons (all ages) - Storyline crafted by Simpsons writers. INcludes the full cast of voices. Help the Simpsons save the world from rising chaos!

3) Monopoly (all ages) - A fresh take on a timeless classic, this game has a place for every age! ALso includes many mini-games and fun interactive challenges like breaking out of jail!

Courtesy of: Electronic Arts Blackbox

English Bay Golf Jacket

For the Golfer, or sporty person in your life...
Approx Value: $100
This Jacket is a rain/wind shell by English Bay. Great for running or any other outdoor physical activity; it can easily turn into a vest with its zip-off sleeves. Yellow w/Navy. Size: L

Courtesy of: TeamSales Ltd

Item #14 - 'The Keg' Gift Card

$50 Gift Card - The Keg Steakhouse & Bar

Treat someone special (or yourself!) to legendary Keg steaks, comfortable atmosphere and outstanding service.
Valid at any location.

Courtesy of: Bronwen Mark

Item #13 - Book & Silk Scarf Combo

Great gift set for that hard-to-buy-for person on your list!
100% Thai Silk Scarf & Book by BC Artist/Author
Estimated Retail Value: $50
5 of these gift sets are available!

BOOK: Time Echoes Softly by Michael Duncan
A collection of the author's black and white drawings and BC inspired poetry. Includes beautiful pencil sketches of BC natural history and heritage. Great gift for those who enjoy learning about BC history. Courtesy of: Anne Marie Hogya
Hand Woven Silk Piece: 100% Thai Silk, imported from Thailand. These silk pieces are very soft, with beautiful rich detail. They can be used as a scarf, table runner or hanging.
The scarf in this auction measures approx: 60"x14"
Courtesy of: Kristina Contreras

Item #12 - Nintendo Wii Video Game System

Give the gift of Nintendo Wii this season!

while supporting a great cause...

Retail Value Approx: $350

A brand new Nintendo Wii! Comes with Console, Console Stand, Wii-mote, Wii-mote Jacket, Sensor Bar, AC adapter, AV cable, Nunchuk Controller AND...
Wii Sports: A collection of five sports simulations (tennis, baseball, bowling, golf & boxing), designed to demonstrate the motion-sensing capabilities of the Wii Remote to new players. Players use the Wii Remote to mimic actions performed in real life sports, such as swinging a tennis racket.
Skate It: A brand new game! Skate It has Nintendo players riding with the skate pros, owning the best spots in San Vanelona and pulling off the sickest tricks using the popular FlickIt controls. Skate It breaks new ground by introducing support for the Wii Balance board to give players a fresh way to create their own signature skateboarding style.

The Wii System: Featuring revolutionary freehand control, the Nintendo Wii is the most fun, most friendly and the coolest system available. Whether you've been gaming since Pong was hip or you've never gamed before - the Wii is for you! With intuitive game play for the young and old, Wii is a great system for your family and friends.

Shipping & insurance on this item to be paid for by successful bidder

This item courtesy of: Lance, Kathy and Regan Brown

Item #11 - Playmobil Police Boat

Playmobil Police Boat (#5786)
Retail Value: $25
34 piece set, Ages 4+
Includes 2 Police Officers
Courtesy of: Buddie's Toys

Item #10 - Dance Classes Anyone?

Punchcard for 6 Dance Classes with Anne Marie Hogya
Value: $78 (located on Cook Street in Victoria, BC)

It’s like a fresh cup o’ coffee, it jolts you awake!
Come and have your morning dance wake up.

Experience PASSIONATE FREE MOVEMENT and:
* Energize Yourself
* Exercise Your Body
* Release Your Tension
* Express, Release, AND Have Fun!

Courtesy of: Anne Marie Hogya

Item #9 - Boston Pizza Party!

Pizza Party for 10!

Value: $125

Enjoy a delicious evening out with friends with a Boston Pizza "Pizza Party". Includes 5 medium pizzas and soft drinks for 10 people, you're sure to have a great time! Perfect for a kids birthday or holiday party... Can be used at ANY Boston Pizza location

Courtesy of: Boston Pizza

Item #8 - Men's Golf Shirt

Ashworth’s Men’s Golf Shirt
Retail value: $90

Yellow, double mercerized cotton

Size: Large

Courtesy of: TeamSales Ltd.

Item #7 - Quilted Wall Hanging

Quilted Wall Hanging
Measures: 20" x 24"
A lovely holiday gift for someone special...
Made & Donated by Susan Purney Mark