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2008 Gala Auction
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RARE FINDS
1946 Chrysler Windsor - This 2-door sedan is a numbers matching original with correct mileage showing, no major accidents, and is very restorable. Car was used in making motion pictures like October Sky, Liberty Heights, Member of the Wedding and comes with a certificate of authenticity stating that it is an official picture car.
“Blue Buoyage” Original oil painting by KD Morris - So unique, this painting will never be reproduced, making it truly one-of-a kind. Painted on stretched canvas from a sailboat apparently lost at sea, this canvas was salvaged from the beach following recent hurricanes Hannah and Ike.
Mogambo 1953 Original Movie Poster - Mogambo means “Passion” in Swahili and passionate movie lovers will want this poster. This 1953 file was directed by John Ford, featuring Clark Gable, Ava Gardner, and Grace Kelly. Poster is line backed in an archival custom frame.
1864 Mitchell Map of NC, SC & FL - Detailed to the county level with special attention to both political and geographic elements. Notes important river systems, railways, canals, and cities. An inset in the center left features the city and harbor of Charleston, South Carolina.
 Marcella, A Raggedy Ann Story - Relive the magic of childhood with this first edition classic collector’s item. Published by the P.F. Holland Company in 1929, writer and illustrator Johnny Gruelle made Raggedy Ann and Andy famous.
FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT
A Southport Weekend - The newest trend in vacationing...a “Stay-cation”. Vacation close to home, and keep your tourist dollars where it will most benefit our community! This item has it all - a weekend at a fully furnished waterfront condo, Carriage Ride and Ghost Tour, Sailing for two, dining and shopping! See our Live Auction display for full details!
Gourmet Dinner for 8, Paired with Select Wines - What better way to entertain your friends or impress your boss? How about a reward for your top employees? Treat them to a fabulous international dinner without all the headaches of preparation and cleanup! See our Live Auction display for the full menu!
Donated by: Anna & Daniel Blizzard
Send in the Clowns - Not just for kids’ parties, Gracie and Tic Toc will amuse and delight your friends and family with customized entertainment designed to meet your needs. Face painting, balloon sculpting, magic show, games, dancing, story telling and more will be sure to bring something special to your next family or corporate gathering!
Chinese Dinner for Six —Missy and Jerry will come to your home with everything needed for a wonderful Chinese Dinner for six. They will bring the pots, pans and all the food. If you want to participate in the prep, you can and they make it fun, but if not, just sit back and enjoy their expertise. Alcohol not included.
Donated by: Missy & Jerry Donovan
 After Hours Gift Basket—What a wonderful housewarming gift or New Year’s Eve present. Filled with Grand Marnier, Gentleman Jack Rare Tennessee Whiskey, and topped off with decadent O’Reilly’s White Chocolate, this basket will be appreciated by most anyone.Donated by: Nancy Mertens (pictured left)
Angelo’s Pizzeria & Bistro—With Italian flavors you’re sure to love, enjoy Angelo’s pizza and other fine cuisine by bidding on these two (2) $25 gift certificates. Bet you come back for more!
Donated by: Angelo’s Pizzeria & Bistro
Private Wine Tasting Party - Host a fun and educational wine tasting party for up to 12 guests at your home with Martin Tiller, owner of House of Wine & Cheese. What a great way to spend a Friday night!
Donated by: House of Wine & Cheese
$80 Gift Certificate to Joseph’s Italian Bistro - Overlooking the ICW at South Harbor Village Marina. Enjoy spectacular Italian cuisine and fine wine while soaking in the some of the most breath-taking sunsets on the East Coast.
Donated by: Joseph’s Italian Bistro
Picnic Basket with Wine - This romantic picnic basket is perfect for sharing a meal on the beach or at the park with that special someone. Includes dinner service for two, and two bottles of Kendall-Jackson wine.
Donated by: Linda Rumsey
Air Tour of Lower Cape Fear Region—Experience the beauty and serenity of the Cape Fear area from the skies aboard this thirty minute sight seeing plane ride for two.
Donated by: Jerry & Lois Gable
2 Nights at Comfort Suites, Southport - Is your mother-in-law coming to visit...again? Why not put her up this time at the Comfort Suites in Southport? She’ll be more comfortable, and so will you!
Historic Wilmington for 2- Experience a romantic evening with either a horse drawn trolley or carriage ride along Wilmington’s riverfront and past the stately mansions of Old Wilmington. Truly experience history as your costumed driver narrates the unique adventure. Continue the experience as you tour three homes - the Latimer House, the Burgwin-Wright House and the Bellamy Mansion. Finally, enjoy dinner at Elijah’s with a $50 gift certificate.
Beach Cottage Retreat - What better way to relax than a 2 night, 3 day stay at Wrightsville Beach? You’ll enjoy magnificent sunsets with the wraparound porch and delight in all the amenities of this wonderful home.
Donated by: John T. Harris & Wendy Wrigglesworth
Myrtle Beach Adventure - Enjoy tons of fun in Myrtle Beach with tickets to Ripley’s Aquarium, Medieval Times, and more!
Ripley’s Aquarium Admission for 2 - Where else can you go and be provided top-notch education involving marine conservation and research, all while being entertained? This 87,000 square foot aquarium is located in Myrtle Beach and is South Carolina’s most visited attraction. Guests are entertained by some of the world’s most beautiful and fascinating (and dangerous) creatures.
Tickets for 2 to Medieval Times - Medieval Times is an exciting, family-friendly dinner attraction inspired by an 11th century feast and tournament. Guests are served a four-course banquet and cheer for one of 6 Knights as they compete in the joust and other tests of skill. Great date-night idea!
Cruise for Two on the s/v Kelly Allen - The sailing vessel Kelly Allen is a 37’ stately lady of the sea. Escape from the world for awhile during this relaxing three hour cruise. A truly unforgettable experience!
A Day on Oak Island - What a great way to spend a day with friends! Start out at the Oak Island Golf Club with Greens Fees for a foursome, Visit the nearby Seaside with Coffee ($25 gift certificate), then end up with dinner at Thai By the Sea ($50 gift certificate). Fun, shopping and food, all wrapped up in one neat package!
PAMPER YOURSELF
Diamond & Turquoise Ring—Daring and dramatic! This beauty is one you'll love to show off to all your friends – even if they've seen it before!
$40 Gift Certificate—Give someone special his or her own choice of a unique treasure from Renee’s Fine Jewelry with this gift certificate.
Donated by: Renee’s Fine Jewelry
$100 Gift Certificate to Coastal Chiropractic—Does your back go out more than you do? Bid on this valuable gift certificate for chiropractic services!
Salon Waxing & Color Treatment - Enjoy a morning or afternoon of pampering with a wax and hair color. Then, make him take you out to dinner!
Donated by: Beauty at the Beach
Yoga or Pilates Session— Island Yoga embraces students of all different levels, and offers an environment where customers can leave their worries behind, trust in their body’s wisdom, gain strength while receiving relaxation and peace of mind. Rejuvenate your body and spirit!
Teeth Whitening - Is your smile all it could be? If not, consider bidding on this great teeth whitening system! Treat yourself!
Initial Visit & Adjustment - Take care of your spinal health with an initial visit and chiropractic adjustment.
Initial Visit & Foot Baths - True pampering. Use this certificate for an initial visit and adjustment, then pamper yourself with two foot baths. Ahhhh…
Cut, Color, Mani & Pedi - Take care of all your beauty needs in one day with this great gift certificate. Pampering never felt so good!
Donated by: Blue Water Salon
Morning or Afternoon of Beauty - Enjoy this great combination of luxury services, including a facial, spa manicure and pedicure, blow dry and hair styling and if that’s not enough - LUNCH! Yeah! What a great way to spend some time on yourself! Why not? You know you deserve it?
Shining Sea Acupuncture - Try acupuncture for what ails you - you won’t be on pins and needles for long!
HOME & GARDEN
Garden Party Gift Certificate
With unique architecturals, accents, artifacts and other wonderful things for porch, patio, lawn & garden, you’re sure to find something you love with this $25 gift certificate to Garden Party in Southport.
Donated by: Garden Party
Leather Elk—this piece is so unique we’re so excited to offer it to you! For the person who has everything, bid on this genuine leather elk to compliment any masculine décor!
Donated by: Cox Quality Home Furnishings
Island Paradise Framed Water Color
Featuring the old boat house and wooden row boat reminiscent of your best tropical vacation, this water color is beautifully framed and ready to accentuate any seaside décor.
 Orton Plantation Framed Print with 2 passes to the Gardens - This lovely water color print reflects Spanish Moss hanging from the tree, beautiful azalea gardens and, of course, the Plantation itself. Experience the gardens first hand with the two passes, which are included with the auction.
Fantasea - And local fishermen say barracudas are ugly - we beg to differ! Check out our hand crafted teal and aqua ornamental phunky phish and see for yourself!
Donated by: Captain Craig’s Phunky Phish
Action is Eloquence original mermaid artwork - Peer through the window and what do you see? A bejeweled mermaid staring back at me! Bid on this beautiful old window sprinkled with gifted artisanship.
Donated by: Lisa Britt
Abstract Irises - So realistic you almost want to draw near to get a whiff, this lovely painting on canvas features delicate lavender, violet & pale sienna irises.
We’re Off to See the Wizard - Come away with a new perspective on the Land of Oz after viewing this beautifully framed original poem and print by Lynn Olsen.
Donated by: Brendan’s Angelic School
Clay and Found Metal - Designed by Yvonne Hegney, this small planter is an attractive accent piece.
Donated by: Yvonne Hegney
Meco Electric Grill - Can’t take the heat? Stay out of the kitchen with this great electric grill! This easy-to-use electric grill features 200 square inches of cooking surface, three element positions & two side trays. Who said grilling was for guys?
Seaside Décor - Beach cottage décor perfect for the whimsical person in your life! An indoor/outdoor washable rug featuring colorful jelly beans, decorative turtle hatchlings and a ceramic fish platter—what fun!
 Hymnal Angel - We just can’t say enough about this amazing hymnal angel! Handcrafted from an old hymnal, this Christmas angel must be seen to be believed. She’s so pretty, we know you’ll want to take her home with you tonight!Donated by: Nancy Johansson
Christmas Wreath - Has the same old, tired wreath been hanging on your door for years? Upgrade your decorations this year with this magnificent 30 inch red and gold custom made Christmas wreath.
Donated by: The Christmas House
Outdoor Kitchen Tiki Torch & BBQ Set
What better way to keep the house cool on a hot summer night than grilling out on the deck? This Tiki Torch and BBQ set is the perfect compliment to your outdoor grilling adventure.
Donated by: Atlantic Outdoor Kitchens & Décor and Toshiba Copiers
Samsung HDTV 24” Monitor - Imagine staring at the Samsung Touch of Color Series T240HD 24" widescreen HDTV monitor, and wondering if you’re staring at the impressive picture or the striking design. Features a built-in full HD 1080p digital HDTV tuner, so you can watch both TV and HDTV. A USB hub and 2 HDMI connections make it the center of your digital life.
Black Leather Recliners - Go ahead, put your feet up! These multi-position recliners are designed with you in mind!
 Jacquard Pillows with Fall Design - Adding a seasonal theme to your living room is easy with these two pillows. What great accent pieces these would make for your Thanksgiving decorations.Donated by: Cardsmart
Elegant Ebony and Taupe Tapestry Throw - Cuddle up with a good book and this throw on a rainy afternoon. The colors are rich yet neutral enough for most any home.
Donated by: The Home Emporium
SPORTS PACKAGES
Kayak Adventure Tour with T-Shirt
Come explore the pristine waters of Coastal North Carolina by kayak. Paddle through salt marsh creeks, black water rivers, or along the ICW while your guide handles all the details.
Sailing Academy Summer Youth Camp (#1 or #2)
Delight a child with a week at Cape Fear Sailing Academy. From learning to right a capsized boat to learning to sail figure 8’s, this week-long camp does it all. Hook a child on sailing!
3 Months at Gold’s Gym - Get your new year started off right with this three month membership certificate. Achieve your true potential!
GOLF PACKAGES
Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club
Sandpiper Bay has rolling contoured fairways, naturally sculpted bunkers and bentgrass greens. Enjoy your day with this golf package for four (golf cart not included).
Thistle Golf Club Foursome
Want to play on a course that’s ferocious but fair? Thistle is a true golfing experience. Bid on this golfing package for four which includes Greens Fees and two carts.
Meadowlands Golf Club Foursome
Named one of the "Top Ten Best New Courses" by North Carolina Magazine, Meadowlands features a number of unforgettable holes, bordered by serene meadows, mature hardwoods, and vast wetlands. This auction item features golf for four, including Greens Fees and two carts.
St. James Golf Foursome #1 & #2
Join your friends for a great game at one of three golf venues: The Founders Club, The Members Club, or the Players Club. Includes four Greens Fees and cart.
Oak Island Golf Club Foursome
This ocean side course offers golfers many of Mother Nature's most beautiful amenities: waterfowl, ocean dwelling birds, alligators, and all kinds of maritime plants and trees. Bid on this golf package for four, which includes Greens and cart fees, and see for yourself!
Farmstead Golf Links Foursome
Don’t miss out on this! Located on the northern end of Myrtle Beach, SC's Grand Strand, Farmstead Golf Links is one of the most exciting courses in the Carolinas. Includes Greens Fees for four and two carts.
Crow Creek Golf Club Foursome
Crow Creek Golf Club is one of the most popular destinations for golfers in the Myrtle Beach Area. Experience it for yourself by bidding on this golf foursome, which includes Greens Fees and carts.
Bald Head Island Club Golf Foursome
Imagine a golf course so secluded it can only be reached by passenger ferry or private boat. Experience the serenity by bidding on this golf package, which includes Greens Fees (ferry, parking & cart not included)
The Pearl Golf Links Foursome
Tucked quietly on the banks of the Calabash River, in among the whispering pines and unspoiled natural beauty of the Carolina coast you will find The Pearl Golf Links. Discover how The Pearl leaves golfers with both a taste of southern charm and sense of golf the way it was meant to be. Includes Greens Fees and carts
Rivers Edge Golf Foursome (#1 or #2) - One of the Top 10 golf courses in North Carolina, according to Golf Week magazine. Situated upon one of the most breathtaking pieces of property that you'll ever see is one of the most spectacular courses you'll ever play. This foursome includes Greens Fees and carts.
Lockwood Folly Golf Foursome - Players leave with an incredible memory of tree-lined fairways with massive oaks, stately pines, quiet ponds and abundant wildlife. Experience all this course has to offer with Greens Fees for four (cart not included).
Legends Group Golf for Twosome - A total golf experience. Enjoy first class amenities and one of the finest lighted practice facilities in the Southeast. This package includes Greens Fees for two (cart not included).
Sea Trail Golf Foursome - Three distinctly different signature courses can be enjoyed by players of all levels, but are challenging even to the accomplished golfer. Encounter the challenge yourself with this foursome, which includes Greens Fees and carts.
Brunswick Plantation Golf Foursome - Escape the ordinary and remember the joy. Sand between your toes...the urge to buy flip-flops in three different colors... teeing off amidst summer’s morning dew. Imagine a place where breathtaking landscapes, tranquil surroundings and nature’s best live in harmony . Includes golf for four, Greens Fees and carts.
MISCELLANEOUS
2-hour in-home computer service
Bet you’ll love this deal on resolving your computer problem! Bob Seidel, area guru, will come to your home to fix your computer. What a great idea for a gift for the techno-challenged! (Parts not included)
4-hour in-home computer service (Package A, B or C)
A lot can happen to a computer...and what an expense to fix it! Purchasing a certificate for four hours of computer service is like buying peace of mind. (Parts not included)
$100 Gift Certificate to Sentry Self Storage - Okay, we all know your wife’s been bugging you to clean out the garage. Surprise her one day by doing just that! Move all your precious guy things to Sentry Self Storage and use this certificate to get you started!
Donated by: Sentry Self Storage
1 Hour Computer Repair (Package A or B) - Got a small computer problem? This could help! Certificate is for service or repair.
$105 in Gas and Visa Gift Cards - Accepted everywhere in the US where Visa is, these gift cards would be great stocking stuffers. With the price of gas these days, your college student will appreciate them - who knows? Maybe they’ll even come to visit more often!
Southport Tote Bag - Packaged and ready to give as a great gift for a friend...or keep it for yourself - we won’t tell! Includes a detachable change purse too!
Donated by: Boo and Roo’s
Power Tool Grab Bag - Still trying to think about what to get him for Christmas? How about this grab bag of popular tools? Including a Dremel 7.2 volt cordless with 50 accessories, Dremel all-purpose 150 piece accessory kit and Black & Decker Smart Driver...what else could he want?
True Friends Pillow, Throw & Cloth Purse - Looking for a gift for your best friend? Try this “True Friends are a Work of Heart” throw that folds into a pillow. Every time she catnaps, she’ll think of your friendship. In a perfect size for a walkabout, the handmade purse features a snap closure and two inside pockets.
Donated by Pam Mims
Free Spay/Neuter & Grooming Gift Certificate - Help control the pet population with this certificate (good for dogs or cats under 60 pounds) and then treat your furry friend to grooming with the included $40 certificate.
Boat Cleaning Supplies - We all know that cleaning a boat is a necessary evil. Why not make it a little more enjoyable with this bucketful supplies - including
the bucket!
Donated by: Boat House Marine
Advertising in Your Brunswick Marketplace News - What a great way to promote your business! A quarter page ad for three issues (new advertisers only) in the bi-monthly newspaper that serves all of the County.
Golf Gift Basket - Rather be golfing? Make it more enjoyable with this gift basket. Contains a John Feinstein book, $100 gift certificate from George Murray to custom frame that great golf shot, sketch of Tiger Woods, gift certificate for a golf foursome at Magnolia Greens, stuffed tiger autographed by Tiger Woods, golf balls, ball markers, golf shirt and a PGA cap!
Donated by: North Brunswick Newcomer’s Club
Black & White Embroidered Scarf - This 100% wool scarf is so stylish you’ll have to carefully guard it from envious friends! In addition to the beautiful embroidery, you’ll find sequins adding a little extra glamour.
Donated by: Ropa
Baby Blanket & Turtles - Celebrate the arrival of the new baby with this hand knitted, variegated baby blanket and matching turtles. Soft and cuddly, the colors are appropriate for either gender!
Donated by: Camille Deasy
Tea Time - Enjoy three goodies in one! Porcelain tea pot with a summer flower on top - perfect for afternoon tea on the veranda. Next, you’ll fly away in style with this sterling silver and Mother of Pearl Butterfly necklace. Delight the one you love, or treat yourself to this stylish treasure! Finally, enjoy a great lunch or dinner at San Felipe with a $20 gift certificate.
Donated by: Island Jewelers, Party Time & San Felipe
1946 Chrysler Windsor - This 2-door sedan is a numbers matching original with correct mileage showing, no major accidents, and is very restorable. Car was used in making motion pictures like October Sky, Liberty Heights, Member of the Wedding and comes with a certificate of authenticity stating that it is an official picture car.
“Blue Buoyage” Original oil painting by KD Morris - So unique, this painting will never be reproduced, making it truly one-of-a kind. Painted on stretched canvas from a sailboat apparently lost at sea, this canvas was salvaged from the beach following recent hurricanes Hannah and Ike.
1864 Mitchell Map of North Carolina, South Carolina & Florida – Own a piece of history with the beautiful example of a S. A. Mitchell 1864 map. Detailed to the county level with special attention to both political and geographic elements. Certificate of Authenticity provided.
 Marcella, A Raggedy Ann Story – Relive the magic of childhood with this first edition classic collector’s item. Published by the P.F. Holland Company in 1929, by the writer and illustrator Johhny Gruelle who made Raggedy Ann and Andy famous.
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Southport, NC 28461
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