Silent Auction begins at 7:30pm and ends at 10:00pm.

SILENT AUCTION RULES:

• Bids must be even numbers (no cents).

• Debit cards are not accepted. Cash or cheque for items under $100.
 
• Credit cards accepted for items over $100.
 
• Each item will be marked with a minimum bid.

The following is just a sample of some of the items that have been donated.

TRAVEL

One week in Britain - May through October 2010 - includes three nights accommodation for two in a classic  three-star in a perfect tourist area of London (breakfast included). This is followed by four nights at an atmospheric country-house hotel in your choice of regions such as Cornwall, the Cotswolds or the Lake District. Meals are included at the country hotel.  Package includes a five day car rental or a rail pass. Donated by the Columbia Hotel, HF Holidays and Teachers' Travel. Air fare not included. 
Minimum bid $1000. Value $2800.  
www.teacherstravel.com

Leisurely guided cycling tour of the Niagara wine country including gourmet lunch and wine tasting. Sunday June 6. Bike rental included. Starts in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

MUSIC, THEATRE, RESTAURANTS, ENTERTAINMENT 

Family package at Centre Island - enjoy a perfect summer day on the best-kept secret in Toronto - Centre Island. This package is based on 2 adults and 2 children under 14 yrs on a week-day during July or August, 2010 and includes 4 ferry tickets, 4 day passes to Centreville with its exciting rides for children, rental bikes of your choice, a picnic lunch. Value $250. Minimum bid $50.

Entrance for 2 to the Gardiner Ceramic Museum plus lunch for 2 at Jamie Kennedy's cafe at the Gardiner museum. Here, the chef creates a seasonal, locally sourced lunch menu that embraces Chef Kennedy’s philosophies of gastronomy showcasing local ingredients. 
 
RUSH CD's and T-shirt - the rock group RUSH have donated a T-shirt and 3 CD's.

Dinner for 8 cooked in your own home by a professional chef.  The chef will plan the menu (with your guidance), provide the food and bring his assistant/hostess and a sommelier who provides appropriate wines. It's a fun gourmet evening. You set the date then invite friends to enjoy a superb meal in the comfort of your own home. Minimum bid $500.

Autographed Book by the late Pierre Berton "Cats I have Known and Loved".  Value - Priceless.

FOR YOUR PET

Del Monte Foods - Kitty Treat - Gift Basket.  

Del Monte Foods - Doggie Treat - Gift Basket.

Cat Toy Combo - comes complete with Undercover Mouse Toy, Froli Cat Laser Toy, Pet Sitter DVD (Volume II) Pawbreaker Cat Candy. Value $75. Minimum bid $25. Donated by PetMens.

2 Cat Trees.

Cat House - adorable carpet-covered cat house.

Cat Treat Gift Basket - donated by Global Pet Foods Danforth. globaldanforth.foodpages.ca

Wellness Gift Basket - Donated by WellPet Foods. www.wellpet.com

Cosmopawlitan Pet Spa - Dog Gourmet Treat Box with $10 Treat Gift Certificate. www.cosmopawlitanpets.com

Cosmopawlitan Pet Spa - Cat Buttercup Bed, Toys and Treat Bundle with $20 Spa Certificate.
www.cosmopawlitanpets.com

SPORTS

Guided Bicycle Tour of Niagara Wineries for two people - spend Saturday or Sunday afternoon this summer cycling leisurely from winery to winery and enjoying country scenery as well as tasting wines. Includes gourmet picnic lunch, wine tasting, bicycle rental and guided tour. Starts in Niagara-on-the-Lake.   Minimum bid $100.

Summer afternoon of sailing for two people on board the BLUE YONDER a 28 ft sloop-rigged sailboat.  What better way to spend a sunny, hot afternoon than to sail Lake Ontario aboard a private boat based at Ashbridges Bay Yacht Club. The crew will do the work or you are welcome to get some hands-on sailing experience. Drinks and snacks will be served at the end of the day.  For two adults. Minimum bid $50.

$125 Blue Jays certificate good for baseball game tickets, hot-dogs, souvenirs. Includes a ball autographed by last years' players.

4 field level tickets to a 2010 Blue Jays game.

FOOD AND COOKING

2 gift baskets from Whole Foods. Value $80 per basket.

Demonstration Cooking class for two people at Calaphalon Culinary Centre - located at King and Spadina,  the Calaphalon Culinary Centre will provide you with skills and inspiration to be adventurous in your kitchen.  Learn from chef instructors. To view the class calendar http://www.calphalonculinarycenter.com
Monetary Value $140  Value to your cooking skills - priceless !!!  Minimum bid $50.

Calaphalon cookware - 12 quart Stockpot Value $130, 2 grill sets valued at $100 each.

The Big Carrot - $100 certificate plus a wonderful vegetarian cook book. www.thebigcarrot.ca

ELECTRONICS

IPod Touch - 8GB.  Bluetooth Speaker Phone - attaches to the visor in your car so you can talk on your cell-phone.

ARTS AND CRAFTS


GREEN EARTH STORES. A wonderful garden statue. Value $200. www.greenearthstores.com

Framed Robert Bateman prints.

Framed, personally autographed picture of Prime Minister Stephen Harper with his rescued kitten.

Many original paintings, prints and photographs.

APPLIANCES


Dyson DC25 Animal Vacuum. For powerful all-round pet hair pick-up. The Dyson DC25 Animal is a Dyson Ball™ upright for homes with pets. Rides on a ball for greater manoeuvrability and steers smoothly with a turn of the wrist. Features patented Root Cyclone™ technology that doesn't lose suction power as you clean.Value $700.

JEWELLERY

Lea Stein red and black cat broach -  by French designer Lea Stein (her inscription on the reverse) and purchased in Paris. It is a collectible due to its artistry, quality and because it is part of a collection of Lea Stein broaches that she has created over a number of years.  

Many pieces of jewellery.

BEAUTY AND HEALTH 

Make-over by Domenic Altobello owner of the trendy St Clair & Yonge salon THE HAIR BAR. Includes colour, cut, styling and manicure.  Value $200. Minimum bid $60.

Elmwood Spa certificate $150. www.elmwoodspa.com

DANA’S COSMETICS. A gift basket of high quality all natural skin care products. Value $300.