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Myrtle Beach Golf Getaway for FORE!
Enjoy THREE (3) nights’ accommodations in a 3-bedroom Villa for 4 players at Myrtlewood Villas, conveniently located in the heart of Myrtle Beach. Surrounded by the lush, rolling fairways of Myrtlewood Golf Club, this spacious 3-bedroom condo features a full kitchen, generous living area, daily housekeeping service, outdoor pools with patio grills and easy access to the beach.
When you are not showing off your cannonball in Myrtlewood’s luxurious pools, you’ll be showing off your chip shot during your THREE (3) rounds of golf at three of South Carolina’s premier courses! You will receive a foursome at each of the following stunning courses:
The Resort Club at Grand Dunes, 2008 South Carolina Golf Course of the Year
Tidewater Golf Club, known as the “Pebble Beach of the East”
The exclusive Members Club at Grande Dunes
All fees and tax included.
Restrictions: Trip must be complete by August 21, 2009. Based on space availability; some restrictions apply.
Captain Don's Habitat is a world renowned resort catering to today's most demanding diver, business and leisure travelers. Set amidst lush green gardens with colorful decor and landscaping, it offers the comfort of 5 deluxe varieties of accommodations, fresh water pool, kayak rentals, Intermezzo Day Spa, wireless internet service, great dining and entertainment options, friendly service, and of course the best house reef for diving and snorkeling in the Caribbean - 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.
An 8 day/7 night stay for 2 persons in one of the Deluxe Ocean View rooms including welcome drink, "Meet the Captain" party with FREE rum/fruit punch, snacks and live music, 6 single-tank boat dives for each person w/6 days of unlimited shore diving (must be certified divers) or a complete PADI Open Water Certification Course for non-divers.
Travel must be completed prior to August 21, 2009 and subject to availability when reservation is requested. Black out dates include weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. Meals, taxes, service chargers & energy surcharges are not included.
Donated by Captain Don's Habitat
Value: $2377
Minimum Bid: $1000
Final Bid: $2550
Dinner with Philippe Cousteau
Auction winner and one guest will have the opportunity to learn first-hand how Philippe Cousteau followed in his grandfather's and father's footsteps, at a fabulous dinner at one of Philippe’s favorite Manhattan restaurants: Union Square Cafe, serving American cuisine with an Italian soul. Although only 28 years of age, this world-class explorer and conservationist has amazing stories to share of his many adventures and his family’s legacy.
Dinner for Four: Philippe + guest / Auction winner + guest Location: Union Square Cafe Address: 21 East 16th Street, NY NY 10003
Restrictions: Good for one year from date of issue. Gratuity not included. Value not to exceed $300
Donated by Union Square Cafe
Value: $300
Minimum Bid: $200
Final Bid: $700
... Dinner with Alexandra Cousteau
Dinner for the Auction winner and one guest to join Alexandra Cousteau and her guest at one of New York's most popular restaurants: Il Cantinori, at the forefront of Tuscan cuisine. Learn all about Alexandra's adventures as an explorer and conservationist and her travel around the world in some of the planet's most exotic locations.
Dinner for Four: Alexandra + guest / Auction Winner + guest Location: Il Cantinori Restaurant Address: 32 East 10th Street, New York, NY
Restrictions: Good for one year from date of issue. Wine not included. Gratuity not included. Value not to exceed $300
Donated by Il Cantinori Restaurant
Value: $300
Minimum Bid: $200
Final Bid: $600
The Simpsons - 2 Original Hand-Painted Animation Cels Family Guy - 2 Limited Edition Giclee Prints
Two hand-painted production cel set-ups from the longest-running hit animated television show THE SIMPSONS and two Limited Edition Giclee prints from the Emmy Nominated Family Guy episode “Blue Harvest.”
The Simpsons Cel #00109 features Bart Simpson as he appeared in the episode “Treehouse Of Horror III” - OAD October 29, 1992.
The Simpsons Cel #C3050 also features Bart Simpson in the episode titled “Lady Bouvier’s Lover” – OAD May 12, 1994.
Family Guy Giclee prints feature the Griffin Family as they appeared in the “Blue Harvest” episode. The original production cel backgrounds have been reproduced from the original line drawings onto archival quality acid free paper, the Limited Edition Giclees prints feature some of the most memorable scenes from the Blue Harvest episode.
All four items are accompanied by the Twentieth Century Fox Seal and Certificate of Authenticity.
Donated by Matt Groening, Michael Peikoff and Twentieth Century Fox Licensing and Merchandising
Value: $1300
Minimum Bid: $500
Final Bid: $1200
Private Meeting and Consultation with National Geographic Channel's
DOG WHISPERER CESAR MILLAN
Session is good for one year and will be subject to Cesar’s travel schedule to New York City or his availability in Los Angeles. In the event Cesar is not able to fulfill this meeting within one year due to scheduling, National Geographic Channel and Cesar Millan will extend the timeline to work with both your adn Cesar's schedules.
Session will include one session with Cesar Millan to last no longer than three hours.
Session will be booked by the National Geographic Channel in advance and limited to no more than two people and one dog during the session.
A meeting place is TBD, but will be limited to a mutually agreed location in the Manhattan vicinity or Los Angeles area.
Note: Winner’s travel and transportation cost is not included.
Donated by: National Geographic Channel
Value = Peace of Mind
Minimum Bid: $250
Final Bid: $1200
Red Door Spa Day for Two From Elizabeth Arden
Signature Spa Experience Full Day
Cream and Sugar Scrub, 50 Minute Signature Massage, Red Door Signature Facial, Spa Lunch
Red Door Signature Pedicure, Red Door Signature Manicure, Haircut, Blow Dry and Finish, Makeup Refresher
Oh baby!
Donated by RETIREMENT LIVING TV
Value: $1000
Minimum Bid: $450
Final Bid: $1000
BIG BIRD FOR PRESIDENT!
COOKIE MONSTER FOR PRESIDENT!
Original graphic art from Sesame Street.
In an effort to raise awareness and understanding of the process of voting for President of the United States, Big Bird ran for President opposite Cookie Monster. Posters and buttons were created for their campaigns on Sesame Street - all from original graphic art created by Jim Henson-approved Muppet artist Gerri Brioso.
Presented here are two color 18"x24" campaign posters - used on the Sesame Street set - and two 5" paper campaign buttons; as well as the original black and white drawings for Big Bird poster and the Cookie Monster button.
Original black and white art of Big Bird drawn freehand by Brioso (following strict Muppet guidelines, of course), with hand set Letraset type.
Yellow airbrushed photostat of the Big Bird campaign poster art was used and hung on set for the show. Airbrushed 5" button included.
Cookie Monster airbrushed original art and photostat button, also drawn by Brioso (some pencil lines still evident), also with hand set Letraset type.
Original black and white art of Cookie Monster button.
Campagin posters are set behind glass - tho both do show a little wear from being on set during the taping of the show, overall the condition is extraordinary.
All pieces are signed by the artist. Other Muppet and Sesame Street works by Brioso currently hang in The Smithsonian.
Donated by Gerri Brioso
Value: $5000 for the set of four pieces
Starting Bid: $1750
Final Bid: $1750
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