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Auction Items | 2nd Annual Stompin' for the Cord
Silent Auction Descriptions

Dr. John. W. McDonald, III, and Vickie Rosellini invite you to join them for an evening of wine, country style BBQ, and blugrass music by Lonesome River Band

October 10, 2009 from 4 to 8 PM

Sports Fans

  1. Joe Flacco Autographed Football—This item is sure to excite Raven’s fans of any age! Get your genuine piece of Baltimore pride with this NFL football— signed by Baltimore’s own Joe Flacco. Last season, Flacco became the first rookie quarterback in NFL history to lead a team to victory in 2 postseason games, earning the Baltimore Ravens their first AFC Championship since 2000. You don’t want to miss the opportunity to add this authentic piece of American sports memorabilia to your collection.
  2. Mayors Skybox @ Camden Yards—Now you and your friends can watch America’s favorite pastime in style. Up for grabs is the opportunity to watch the Baltimore Orioles take the field at Camden Yards from the Mayor’s own skybox. This “suite” package includes tickets for 20 and 4 parking passes, so you don’t have to worry about leaving anyone out of the party. While food is not included, arrangements can be made for this.
  3. Cal Ripken Autographed Bat—Looking for that perfect gift for the baseball fan in your life? Well here’s your chance to hit one out of the park. Place your bid on this collector’s item—a baseball bat autographed by hall of famer Cal Ripken, Jr. This Maryland native earned the title of baseball’s “Iron Man” by playing for the Baltimore Orioles in a record-breaking 2,632 consecutive games. Upon his retirement in 2001, Cal had earned himself a spot in 19 consecutive All-Star games, Rookie of the Year honors, two MVP awards and two Golden Glove awards. Whether a fan of the Baltimore Orioles or just of Americana this item is something you don’t want to miss.
  4. NFL Tickets—Baltimore Ravens’ President, Dick Cass, has donated his personal tickets to watch the Ravens take on the Denver Broncos at M&T Bank Stadium. Get your hands on these 2 club level seats and don’t miss your chance to cheer on the home team from this incredible viewpoint.
  5. Abstract Painting—Add to your art collection with this original abstract portrait by artist Cathee Clausen of Major League Baseball Hall of Famer, Cal Ripken Jr. The winner of this one-of-a-kind masterpiece will be able to have the portrait personalized and autographed by the hometown hero himself.
  6. Nick Markakis Autographed Baseball—This is one baseball you won’t want to toss around in the yard. You’ll want to make sure you catch this autographed baseball—signed by Baltimore Oriole #21, Nick Markakis. Recognized for his heart, both on and off the field, Markakis has been proudly wearing his orange and black since 2006.
  7. Adam Jones Autographed Bat—Autographed by Baltimore 2009 All-Star Player, Adam Jones this signed baseball bat would make a great collector’s piece for any Orioles’ fan.
  8. Orioles VIP Package—Take family or friends, either way you’re sure to enjoy the game with 4 VIP Tickets to see the Baltimore Orioles take the field during the 2010 season. Parking is included with this VIP package.

Special Getaways

  1. Victoria’s Chalet—Enjoy a week of fun and action at Alpine Lake Resort, only 15 minutes from Deep Creek, Maryland. This West Virginia chalet sleeps 18 and comes complete with fully equipped kitchen & kitchenette, cooking utensils, towels & linens, and 2 fireplaces. Alpine Lake boasts one of Golf Traveler magazine’s top-50 “scenic & friendly” destinations with their 18-hole golf course. Not a golfer, not a problem—with a beautiful no-wake lake fed by springs and mountain streams provides the community’s focal point, skiing, boating, swimming, hiking and tubing—there’s sure to be something for everyone.
  2. Carmel, California—Heat up your winter blues with a week in sunny Carmel, California. World-renowned for its European charm, beautiful white-sand beach, performing arts, and hundreds of shops, art galleries, and restaurants, this destination is best described as a story book setting.
  3. Mountains of Maine—Relax, sit back, and escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and at night take the opportunity to curl up in front of the fireplace. This one week stay at a serene mountain home offers breath-taking views and a chance to breathe in the fresh air.
  4. Captiva, Florida—Make sure to get your bid in on this luxurious getaway. Spend a week in this 3 bedroom, 3 bath penthouse condo located within South Seas Resort, a family and couple friendly retreat. This two-story condo is located at the northern most point on the island where panoramic views of sunrises and sunsets can be viewed while watching dolphin and manatee swim by. Spend your days soaking up the sun on the beautiful and romantic beaches of the island or getting more active with the island’s golf courses, tennis clubs, biking or fishing. If good food is your passion, then this is the place for you. Home to lavish five star restaurants and incredible local fare at beach shacks feature local entertainment, Captiva Island is all about good food, good people and good times. This multi-million dollar locale currently rents for $11,000 a week.
  5. Magen’s Bay in St. Thomas—Set your sights on this romantic getaway for 2 at one of the world’s 10 most beautiful beaches. Start your holidays off right with a week for you and your special someone in St. Thomas as the breath-taking Magen’s Bay Resort.
  6. Williamsburg, Virginia—Get a taste of American history with this week-long stay at Powhattan Plantation in Williamsburg, Virginia. Your stay includes accommodations for 6 with in suite fireplace and Jacuzzi and access to the various on-site amenities including racquetball, a sauna, a lake, tennis courts and much more.
  7. Pennsylvania Cabin—Surround yourself with the beauty and serenity of nature in this picturesque cabin located 1/2 mile outside Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Have fun fishing, boating and hiking, or visit one of the nearby attractions including skiing at Liberty Roundtop or the Carlisle Car Show. This getaway includes a chance to mingle with the locals with a dining gift certificate and a gift certificate for a portrait by a local artist.

Staycations

  1. Bulle Rock Golf—Home of the LPGA Championship, Bulle Rock has been ranked among the nation’s Top 50 golf courses by Zagat and has received a 5 Star rating from Golf Digest in their 2008-2009 “Best Places to Play” edition. Don’t miss your chance to snatch up this golf package for 4 to tee off at this exclusive, award-winning course.
  2. Hayfields Golf—Enjoy a round of golf with friends at one of Maryland’s premiere golf courses. This package includes golf for 4 and lunch at the exclusive Hayfield’s Country Club
  3. Annapolis Dining—Treat yourself to a night on the town with this dining gift package. Featuring 7 gift certificates to a variety of restaurants, this package is a great bid for anyone looking for a little bit of indulgence without the airplane.
  4. Ski Season—It’s time to dust off those skis and hit the slopes. Up for grabs is a 2009-2010 Season Pass good at 3 mountains—Ski Roundtop, Liberty Mountain Resort and Whitetail Resort. If skiing is not your forte this pass can also be used for snowboarding and tubing. Located only 90 minutes north of Baltimore, fun and excitement is only a short trip away.

For the Girls

  1. Pearls Iridescent—Add some special sparkle to your outfit with this elegant addition to your jewelry collection. These cultured pearls are accented with sparkling rondelles set with real Austrian crystals.
  2. Sunset Cascade Necklace—A perfect complement to any cowgirl hat and boots, this stylish lariat features 4 elegant strands of cultured pearls fringed with peach cultured pearls and sterling silver beads.
  3. A Touch of Turquoise—Looking for that little extra touch of pizzazz? This spectacular necklace features cultured pearls accented by beautiful turquoise beads and shimmering crystal set rondelles.
  4. Bag of Indulgence—Pamper yourself with this eye-catching canvas bag filled with a variety of body products. Jasmine Vanilla body butters, creams, moisturizers and tub size tea bags will leave you feeling lavish and silky smooth.
  5. Bath & Body Basket—Make a little time for you with this gift basket complete with two brocade pillows with sachets. This lovely spa basket also includes a wonderful variety of body lotions, scrubs and creams.

Pop the Cork

  1. “Will Trade Husband for Wine”—Are you the type that would give anything for a good glass of wine? Let everyone know just how far you’d be willing to go with this large neoprene tote that will hold 2 bottles of wine. Need to keep it chilled? Not a problem with the removable and freezable gel pack. Also included with this special wine tote is the wine to fill it of course!
  2. Wine by the Bottle—What trip to the vineyard would be complete without a few souvenirs to take back home? Enjoy 3 bottles of wine, valued at $100 each, from one of North America’s premier producers of Bordeaux varietal wines, Duckhorn Vineyards.
  3. A Bit of Bubbly—Serve your guests in style with this incredible silver champagne server. Everyone will know it’s a celebration when you pop the cork on the bottle of Dom Perignon included with this shiny server.
  4. Some Cheese with Your Wine?—Perfect for any cowboy, this large guitar shaped cheese board comes complete with a bottle of wine and a silver cowboy boot wine stopper.
  5. Tub of Cheer—No party is complete without this impressive stainless steel beverage tub featuring double walled construction for maximum cold retention. Filled with 12 bottles of various top-shelf liquors, this tub is a magnificent catch for any bidder.

Everything but the Kitchen Sink

  1. Luck Be a Lady Tonight—You don’t want to miss your chance to get a bid in on this one-of-a-kind antique slot machine. This unique auction item would be an extraordinary item for casino and history fans alike.
  2. Musically Inclined—Calling all music fans! Make sure to get your bids in on this incredibly rare piece of music memorabilia—an autographed guitar signed by several hit artists including country music chart-toppers Blake Shelton, Rodney Atkins and Chris Cagle, as well as all the members of legendary rock band Styx.
  3. See First-Hand—Kennedy Krieger’s own Dr. John McDonald is opening up his laboratory with a personalized tour for the lucky winner of this auction item. Dr. McDonald’s impressive resume, including spearheading the development of “activity-based restoration”—a leading spinal cord injury neuralrestoration program, made him the perfect choice for director of Kennedy Krieger’s world renowned International Center for Spinal Cord Injury.
  4. Spook-tacular Special—Be ready for your next ghost and goblin extravaganza with these Halloween inspired pieces. A lazy susan kettle surrounded by ghostly dishes is perfect for chips and dip. Also included is a set of kitchen towels featuring the sayings “Ghostess with the Mostest” “Eat, Drink and Be Bloody,” and “Eat, Drink and Be Scary.”
  5. Recommended Every 3,000 Miles—Car maintenance can be expensive, especially with the holidays fast approaching. Ease those worries by seizing 5 oil changes at Brookman Motor Works in Cockeysville, Maryland.

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