2014 Mardi Gras Auction Items

16 hours of knitting classes for 2 and homemade scarf offered by Judy Boyer.

2Dog sitting for up to 2 nights offered by Georgie Arnold. Limited to small dog (30 pounds max.). Leash-trained, and dog and car friendly.

3Jeep tour for 2 and a copy of Atascadero, The Vision of One - The Work of Many, offered by Lon Allan.

4Family photography session (up to 5 members) with Amy H., 1 hour maximum. Includes location of choice and disk of edited images.

5Simple tailoring by Pam Contreras of clothes: up to 5 pieces (e.g., hemming dresses, pants, sleeves, etc.). No hemming of ultra sheer fabric.

6Sodalite pendant with silver chain and hand-made jewelry bag donated by Jennifer Robins.

7Champagne brunch for 6 at Portola Inn in Atascadero. Must make reservations early.

8$100jewelry repair gift certificate at K-Jon’s Fine Jewelers.

9Full grooming for either dog or cat at The Golden Paw.

101-hour billiard lesson by Bill Hamilton followed by 1 hour of play for 1-4 people at the Graham's home. Includes snacks and beverages.

11Season pass for 1 family of 4 to the Ravine Waterpark. Complementary beach bag with surprises.

124 seasonal homemade desserts (Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter) offered by Janice Graham, Liz Helgerson, Susan Miller and Kate Rikel.

13Basket from Jan Price containing Cucina ceramic plaque, 9" digital photo frame, Grace and Grit by Lily Ledbtter, 2 boxes organic flavored teas, a glass tray and a $25 gift card to The Artery.

143-hour jewelry class taught by Barbara Brogan. Includes beginner's kit-findings, bead mat, beads and/or can supplement own materials.

152 1-hour art lessons at George Asdel's studio, at bidder's home, or at the Atascadero Zoo.

16Introduction to basic genealogy, up to 4 hours offered by Nancy Casey.

174 hours of handyman services by Keith Williams (e.g., install ceiling fan, change filters, check smoke alarm, etc.).

182 hours of personal financial consultation offered by Dan O’Grady.

194 1-hour tap, jazz, ballroom. or line dance lessons for 4 people offered by Judie Magonacelaya.

20Gift certificate for 4 players at Chalk Mountain Golf Course, including cart.

213 hours of loom knitting lessons for 2 by Sue Galbraeth-Sly, including basket of yarn, sample items, and looms.

224 1-hour piano lessons at donor's home for ages 13 and older offered by Nancy Koren.

231 half hour massage and infrared detox treatment (sauna) at The Spa Central Coast.

248" x 8" original acrylic pet portrait on canvas by Barbara Brogan.

25"Through the Trees" original water color, 15 x 12", by Bruce Bevans, matted and framed.

262-hour landscape design consultation and concept sketch offered by Stephen Roehrenbeck.

27Beaded glass bracelet and pewter pendant necklace designed by local artist Debra Jurey.

283 meals of homemade soup for 6: Belgian carbonnade (beef stew) (April), chicken taco chili (May), Tuscan bean soup (June). Donated by Diane O’Neil, Stevia Shaw, and Nancy Green.

29Private party with Rewined. 2 hours by vocal duo Emily Smith and guitarist Rolf Gehrun with country/rock/R&B songs. Limited to North County.

30Gift Certificate from Brenda May of The Cutting Room.

31Gift Certificate from Kathy Pascal of The Cutting Room.

321 month of free body motion fitness classes for 1 person, offered by Brenda May.

334-course dinner with wine for 8 people at the Helgerson’s. Winners will choose from 3 menu selections.

34Janet Morales’ home-made lasagna dinner for 6, with salad, bread, a bottle of wine.

351 hour of pickleball lessons offered by Jack Hodges for 2-4 players.

36Private wine tasting and appetizers for 4 at Pomar Junction, chauffeured by Diane O'Neil in her Rolls Royce. Includes $45 bottle of GMS wine.

3760-minute therapeutic massage at the Living Well Spa, with gift bag.

381 bottle of Bon Niche wine and tasting for 4, offered by Joyce Murray.

391 bottle of Bon Niche wine and tasting for 4, offered by Joyce Murray.

40Ride in Diane O'Neil's Rolls Royce to Calcareous Winery for wine tasting, lunch and tour for 4, includes bottle of wine.

41Gift certificates for 4 to The Barrel Room and 20% off at Bella Cose boutique.

42“Tipsy Toes” package for 4 at Vino + Therapy Studio. Includes glass of local wine, chocolate truffle to accompany foot soak and scrub , and 1 set of X-rated 50 Shades of Grey novels.

432 new Boot Barn countrywestern men’s shirts, size large.

44Progressive dinner for 3 on San Marcos ridge: appetizers at the Sly's, main course at the Bevins' and dessert at the Pulley's. Beer and wine provided.

45Play bocce ball, enjoy local wines and seasonal appetizers at the Rikel's.

46Gift certificate for introductory class, plus 2 level 1 classes, at Yoga in the Vines Studio.

47Gift certificate for introductory class, plus 2 level 1 classes, at Yoga in the Vines Studio.

481 night stay and 2 complimentary tastings at Villa Vino vacation rental in Paso Robles

49Morro Bay bird watching walk for 6 with naturalist Claudia Freitas, followed by a picnic provided by Stevia Shaw, at Back Bay Marsh. April only.

50Antique footstool, with pinpoint rosebud repeat pattern, donated by Stevia Shaw.

511 hour interior color and paint consultation by Central Coast Style.

521 hour design consultation by Central Coast Style.

53Men's Haircut or Shave by Milo at The Barber Shop

54World War II airplane ride with Captain George Marrett. Includes signed copy of book: Cheating Death: Combat Air Rescues in Vietnam and Laos.

55Solar farm tour and lunch for 4 at the Carrizo Plain. Hats and t-shirts included.

56Ceramic Planter with assortment of succulents provided by Katy Deshotels-Moore.

5719" x 23" print entitled "Spirit Mountain" by Pat Cairns.

58Camel-colored Gianfranco Raffini jacket, size 46, donated by Connie Shepard.

595 1-hour sessions of math tutoring (algebra, geometry, pre-calculas, or AP (advanced placement) calculus) offered by Ray Weymann.

605 1-hour sessions of math tutoring (algebra, geometry, pre-calculas, or AP (advanced placement) calculus).

611 month unlimited Jazzercise classes in any SLO County Jazzercise location.

62Tasting and appetizers at Pomar Junction, Templeton. Includes $45 bottle of GSM wine.

63$40 gift certificate to The Fig: dine in, take out, or use it for catering - your choice.

64Gift certificate to Rischs’ Jewelers (amount TBD).

65Gift basket from Stylist Hillary Wells.

661 month of dance lessonswith Sharon and Dan Davis for 1 couple or a single person.

Finally, we will be adding a Silver Medal award-winning bottle of Kitehawk Farm 100% organic extra virgine olive oil donated by the Olive Tree Art Gallery to one of the above items – if you like organic and you like olive oil, you’ll just have to come to the event to know what it’ll accompany.

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