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Inspire Support Connect SILENT AUCTION CATALOGUE All proceeds benefit various programs at Immigrant Services Calgary 24
Welcome to the 2018 Silent Auction Thank you Immigrant to our Services Mobile Calgary Sponsor! is grateful to the many generous businesses, Guidelines organizations, and individuals who The Silent Auction will be open from 4:30 to 9:15pm. donated items to the 2018 IDA Gala. You must be a registered bidder to participate. Your bidder number is on your name-tag. Payment for winning bids must be complete before 10:00pm and items must be picked up immediately after payment. How to Bid by Text: 1. Register your bidder number (found on your name-tag). Text claim bidder #__ to 587-800-4215 2. Locate the item # for the item you wish to bid on (listed at the silent auc- tion tables, in this catalogue and on the online bidding site) 3. Place a bid. Text Bid $ for # to 587-800-4215 For example “Bid 50 for 100” would place a bid of $50 on item #100 Note: You will receive a text if you are out-bid or the winner of an item. How to Bid Online: 1. Follow the dedicated link provided by email earlier this week or visit charityauction.bid/IDA2018 and follow registration instructions 2. Go to Silent Auction Items Catalogue from the menu bar 3. Scroll through the list of items and click on the item you wish to bid on (or use find to filter by keyword or lot number) 4. Enter bid amount and click ‘Bid’ button Note: You must register a phone number to your account to receive text noti- fications if you are out-bid or win an item. Silent Auction Volunteers will be happy to assist you in bidding or answer any questions you may have. 2 23
Welcome to the 2018 Silent Auction Thank you to our Mobile Sponsor! Thank you to all staff and volunteers who The Westin Calgary has provided made the Silent Auction a success! complementary Wi-Fi for tonight's event. Network: Westin Silent Auction Committee: Username: Immigrants Amy He Password: Westin Ariane Guan Elma Fadri TABLE OF CONTENTS Harvinder Dhillon Judit Kovacs Featured Items…..p. 4-5 Lindsey Nill Dhanoosingh Mary Katherine Neal Made in Calgary…..p. 6-8 Sally Okasha Arts and Culture….. P. 9-10 Travel/Hotel….. P. 11-12 Catalogue written and designed by: Gift Baskets….. p. 13-15 Lindsey Nill Dhanoosingh Local Attractions….. p. 16-17 Mary Katherine Neal Health and Beauty….. p. 18-19 Gift Cards….. p. 20-21 Acknowledgements ….. p. 22-23 22 3
FEATURED ITEMS #153 Pampa Brazilian Steakhouse Gift Cards Donated by: Settlement & Language Bank Centre Staff (ISC) Try a southern Brazilian tradition with your family! Pampa #101 Space Nebula offers rodizio-style service meaning that gaúchos (traditional-nomadic horsemen from the area) are ready Donated by: Anna Bilek , Passion for Glass to carve limitless servings of our flame-grilled meats table- “This piece is about spirits floating [into the] side upon your arrival. Included in every meal is the abun- universe” says Anna Bilek, a warm-form glass dant salad bar, offering fine cheeses, artisan breads, fresh salads and vegetables. artist currently working in Calgary. This Value $100 Starting Bid $50 Bid Increment $5 one of a kind casting glass piece beauti- fully mixes dark tones and light tones to create vibrant reflections allowing for your own contemplation. Anna Bilek’s #154 Vintage Group of Five Restaurants Gift Cards outstanding work can also be admired Donated by: Settlement & Language Bank Centre Staff (ISC) on stage tonight as she designed/crafted the Awards! This piece is 19 inches in Choose from one of five restaurants, or mix and match! Par- diameter. ticipating restaurants include: Bookers BBQ + Crab Shack, Vintage Chophouse & Tavern, Redwater Rustic Grille, Town- Value $700 Starting Bid $350 Bid Increment $25 ship Bar & Grill, and Butcher and the Baker. These restaurants promise innovative menus that range from fine dining to hearty sandwiches to BBQ. #102 Firefighter Bootcamp Value $100 Starting Bid $50 Bid Increment $5 Donated by: Calgary Fire Department Do you have what it takes to train #155 Cross Iron Mills Gift Card and Bottle of Wine as a Calgary firefighter? Test your strength and endurance in a half-day boot camp with Donated by: Cross Iron Mills the Calgary Fire Department. This pass is for Now is your chance to shop like you mean it! With this 2 people. Terms and conditions apply. $200 gift card for CrossIron Mills, you will have access to 3000 stores in one location. Once you have shopped and dropped, recuperate by sipping on a bottle of Wood- Value Not for Retail Starting Bid $500 Bid Increment $25 bridge Red. Value $265 Starting Bid $125 Bid Increment $15 4 21
GIFT CARDS #103 Matt Stajan Signed Jersey Donated by: The Calgary Flames #150 Mini Food Processor and The Keg Gift Card Go flames go! Cheer on our hometown team decked out in this authentic jersey signed by #18, Matt Stajan. Perfect for you or any Flames fan in your life. Value $400 Starting Bid $200 Bid Increment $25 Donated by: Trail Appliances and AOmega Lodges Chop chop! Prepare healthy meals for yourself and your family with this Cui- sinart (mini) Food Processor. And when you need a break from the kitchen, #104 Personalized Street Sign treat yourself to The Keg with a $100 gift card. Donated by: The City of Calgary Value $160 Starting Bid $80 Bid Increment $5 A truly unique item, this authentic City of Calgary street sign with wording of your choice can be mount- ed on a wall in your family room or comes with mounting brackets and a metal pole for easy installa- #151 Tim Hortons Gift Card tion on your back deck or in your garden. Terms and conditions apply. (photo by the City of Calgary) Donated by: Nanak Travels Imagine all the Double Doubles and Timbits you could buy with this gift card! You’ll be the new office favourite… if you choose to share! Value Not for Retail Starting Bid $300 Bid Increment $25 Value $100 Starting Bid $50 Bid Increment $5 #105 Ride-Along with the CPS Donated by: Calgary Police Service #152 Q: Haute Cuisine Gift Cards Discover Calgary from a completely different angle. See first-hand how the men and women of the Calgary Police Donated by: Settlement & Language Bank Centre Staff (ISC) Service put it all on the line to maintain order and safety Have the dining experience of your life! Q Haute strives to make in our communities. Terms and conditions apply. each course full of memorable flavours using sustainable ingredi- ents. Beautifully located along the Bow River Pathway this meal is sure to enthrall. Value: Not for Retail Starting Bid: $200 Bid Increment: $25 Value $100 Starting Bid $50 Bid Increment $5 20 5
MADE IN CALGARY #147 Happy Skin, Happy Heart Highlighting Calgary’s small-business and hand-made community Donated by: Soma Hammam and Spa and George’s Cream Enjoy a 60 minute customized facial using natural ingredi- #106 The Mountains are Calling… ents to soothe the skin and aroma-therapy to relax the body. Designed especially for first time facials and travelers. Also Donated by: LaceBrick Design, Bella Love Designs, Crooked Tree Studio, included is a comprehensive set of George’s Cream. Your skin Buttercream Clothing, Lindsey Nill Dhanoosingh, Lamb’s Soapworks Needle will thank you. and Pine Value $220 Starting Bid $110 Bid Increment $10 Look west with this carefully curated selection of items for the person who feels called to the Rockies. Inside find a mountain shelf, reclaimed wood art, alpine necklace, toque, embroidery hoop, art print, body butter, and infinity scarf. All #148 Genuine Coach Clutch items were donated by local makers and artists. Donated by: Anonymous Staff (ISC) Curated by Lindsey Nill-Dhanoosingh Your new favourite accessory. Dress this stylish Value $220 Starting Bid $110 Bid Increment $10 clutch up or down as the moment arises. Value $95 Starting Bid $50 Bid Increment $5 #107 Self Care, Naturally Donated by: Wild Roots & Co., Naturapure, Matchstick wax, Lamb’s Soap- #149 Healthy Body, Healthy Mind works, Wildcraft Naturals, Verna Jean Designs, Simply Polished, Co.Create.co Donated by: LIV Yoga and Wellness and George’s Cream Take a moment to treat yourself and feel good about the products you use. This collection includes Take care of yourself inside and out with this package. En- a toiletry bag, body butter, clay mask, aromathera- joy a month of unlimited yoga classes at LIV Yoga and Well- py roll-on, lip gloss, body polish, set of 3 laundry ness and keep your skin moisturized with a comprehensive balls, set of 4 greeting cards, soy candle, and a con- set of George’s Cream. crete medallion plate. All items were donated by Value $159 Starting Bid $80 Bid Increment $10 local makers and artists Curated by Lindsey Nill Dhanoosingh Value $202 Starting Bid $100 Bid Increment $10 6 19
HEALTH & BEAUTY #108 The Finer Things Donated by: Amarin, RC & Smith, Co.create.co, Lamb’s Soap- works, Matchstick Wax, Drops of Gratitude, Modern Emulsions #143 CaVaBien Beauty Basket For those of us who appreciate the little luxuries in life. This select collection in- Donated by: CaVaBien Hair Studio and Day Spa cludes a passport holder, wood clock, Calgary’s solar powered hair studio and day spa “You can thank me now” wood block, has you covered for all your self-care needs! This concrete medallion plate, body butter, basket includes a variety of hair products such as resin coasters, soy candle, and a stunning Kevin Murphy Session Spray, body and nail care gemstone bracelet with essential oils. All such as Footlogix foot cream, and CaVaBien mug, items were donated by local makers and nail file and water bottle! And if that’s not enough, you’ll also get to enjoy a Relaxing Pedi- artists cure with Heather! Curated by Lindsey Nill Dhanoosingh Value $270 Starting bid $135 Increments $15 Value $237 Starting Bid $115 Bid Increment $10 #109 Wild Rose Brewery Gift Basket #144, #145, #146 Melt Away the Tension Donated by: Wild Rose Brewery Donated by: Back and Body Health Never be without local craft beer again! Wild Rose Brewery has become a high- Feel your tension and aches melt away with light of the city for beer-lovers, locals this bundle. Included is a gift certificate for a 60 and visitors alike. The winner of this minute massage at Back and Body Health, a full- basket will receive a gift certificate to size foam roller and a lacrosse ball. fill up a “party-pig” with their choice of Value $83 Starting Bid $40 Bid Increment $5 Wild Rose brew to take home and serve in the included glass-ware. Rounding off this basket of is a set of coasters, cap and 2 t-shirts. Value$250 Starting Bid $125 Bid Increment $15 18 7
#110 Aleppo Savon Soap Basket Donated by: Aleppo Savon #138, #139 Laser Quest Family Fun Welcome this new business to Calgary Donated by: Laser Quest started by Syrian Refugees. Aleppo, Syr- ia, is home to an ancient soap industry You and 3 others will have a blast at this family entertainment venue. Classic where natural ingredients, predominant- games of hide and seek are given a high-tech twist with specialty lighting, swirl- ly olive oil (a natural moisturizer) and ing fog and energetic music. Value $40 Starting Bid $20 Bid Increment $5 laurel oil (a natural cleanser) are used. Made entirely by hand, these luxury soaps will leave your skin feeling incredi- #140 Active Family Fun Pack ble. Donated by: Capture the Flag Paintball and Value $60 Starting Bid $30 Bid Increment $5 Airsoft, Vivo, Flying Squirrel Get out and get active with these exciting experiences. Includes: two $50 gift certificates to Capture the Flag Paintball and Airsoft, two #111, #112 George’s Cream Set family fun passes to Vivo, and three hours of jump-time at Flying Squirrel. Donated by : George’s Cream Value $120 Starting Bid $60 Bid Increment $5 Calgary’s dry winters will have no effect on you with this set! Specially crafted by George Doherty, a local pharmacist and entrepreneur, for lasting dry skin #141 Brainiacs Bundle relief, George’s Creams also provide relief from many irritating skin conditions including eczema and psoria- Donated by: SmartyPantz, VR Kade, Telus Spark sis. Dermatologist recommended, these products Test your mental might with these experience are: lanolin, urea, paraben and fragrance free. passes. Included are: two passes to Telus Spark, an adventure Value $100 Starting Bid $50 Bid Increment $5 for four pass to the Smartypantz Escape Room, and two hours of play time at VR Kade, Calgary’s new virtual reality arcade. Value $220 Starting Bid $110 Bid Increment $10 #113 Handmade Wooden Clock #142 Virtual Reality Donated by: RC & Smith Donated by: VR Kade This geometric clock is perfect for any room! Hand -made and painted by local entrepreneur RC & Get lost in another world. VR Kade is Calgary’s virtual reality arcade. They prom- Smith, this modern wall-décor will elevate your ise to deliver the latest technology and offers endless amounts of experiences home or office. for you to enjoy in a safe environment. With two hours of play time, who knows where you’ll go? Value $63 Starting Bid $30 Bid Increment $5 Value $85 Starting Bid $45 Bid Increment $5 8 17
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS ARTS & CULTURE #133 Outdoor Enjoyment #114 Quantum Horse Series #4 Donated by: D’arcy Ranch Golf Course and Cap- ture the Flag Paintball and Airsoft Donated by: Juan Carlos Urria and the City of Calgary Both short jaunts from the city, D’arcy Ranch Golf Course and This striking and exquisite original work of art was Capture the Flag are sure to provide unforgettable adventures. Enjoy a masterfully created by Juan Carlos Urria. It features round of golf for two at D’arcy Ranch in Okotoks, and two $50 gift certifi- mixed media on paper and has been custom framed. cates to Capture the Flag Paintball and Airsoft near Cochrane. Regarding this donation the artist states: Value $210 Starting Bid $105 Bid Increment $10 “My donation is a thank you gesture to the City of Calgary Arts & Culture and Calgarians, who supported #134 Back to the Future my humble beginnings when as a visual artist I became involved in the cultural Donated by: Heritage Park Historical Village, Telus Spark landscape of my new home Calgary in the year of 2010.” Take a glimpse into Canada’s past and put an eye on the Immigrant Services Calgary offers Quantum Horse Series #4 to you this even- future with this bundle. Enjoy two single-day passes to Her- ing on behalf of the City of Calgary and the artist. itage Park and admission for two to Telus Spark. Value $500 Starting Bid $250 Bid Increment $25 Value $103 Starting Bid $50 Bid Increment $5 #135, #136 Vivo Family Fun Passes #115 Photography Session Donated by: Vivo Donated by : Lyndsay Greenwood Photography Vivo is on a mission to raise healthier families in Calgary, and beyond. At Lyndsay Greenwood Photography generously donates a one hour professional Vivo’s Northwest location you can enjoy swimming, skating, climbing and so photo shoot. Take advantage of this for a variety of purposes including: en- much more! You’ll surely be entertained for hours and carry home some gagement and wedding, couples and anniversary, boudoir, kids and family, or tired kids! These family fun passes include admission for 2 adults and chil- even to promote a small business. dren under 18. Value $30 Starting Bid $15 Bid Increment $5 Value $400 Starting Bid $200 Bid Increment $25 #116 Date Night #137 Family Fun in the City Donated By: Calgary Opera, AOmega Lodges, and Anonymous Staff (ISC) Donated by: Butterfield Acres, Vivo, Calaway Park Plan a special night with your special person. Start off A great package for families with young active children. Enjoy four with an intimate meal at the Keg, enjoy two First Balco- passes to Butterfield Acres Farms, 2 family passes to Vivo, and four ny tickets to Calgary Opera’s presentation of Tosca by day passes to Calaway Park! Each Calaway Park day pass includes Giacoma Puccini at the Jubilee Auditorium. Cap off your admission for the day, unlimited rides, attractions, live entertainment and evening with a bottle of Tokaji Harslevelu, a medium parking. Value $282 Starting Bid $125 Bid Increment $15 sweet white wine. Value $320 Starting Bid $150 Bid Increment $20 16 9
#130 Picnic for Two #117 Triangle Trio Modern Art Donated by: ILVARC Staff (ISC) Donated by: Modern Emulsions The Picnic for Two Gift Basket is a wonderful gift Modern Emulsions is an emerging for an Engagement, a Wedding, a Birthday or artist who is taking Calgary’s art any other romantic occasion. This Picnic Basket scene by storm with her fluid resin includes all the amenities needed for an intimate art. This triangle trio will add an picnic for two including wine, and a mix of sweet elegant pop of colour to your home and savoury snacks. or office. Value $150 Starting Bid $80 Bid Increment $10 Value $200 Starting Bid $100 Bid Increment $10 #131 Organic Coffee Gift Basket #118 Abstract Floral Painting Donated by: Anonymous Staff (ISC) Donated by: Jill Weston Get off to a great start with the organic Peruvian coffee, Get lost in the soft edges and swoon-worthy colours healthy seed-based crackers, gourmet jam and other of Jill Weston’s floral painting. This piece of original goodies from this basket! Keep your leftover coffee hot watercolour art is 8x10” and comes framed. with the included thermos and carrying case. Value $85 Starting Bid $45 Bid Increment $5 Value $150 Starting Bid $80 Bid Increment $10 #119 Calgary Stampede Collection Donated by: The Calgary Stampede #132 International Wine Collection Yee-Haw all year round with this Donated by: Board of Directors (ISC) unique Calgary Stampede Collection! Curl up with a Calgary Stampede Cheers! Travel to the powerhouse wine regions logoed Kanata Home Collection red of the world with this delicious collection of and black checkered blanket while exceptional red and white wines from Spain, admiring a Paul van Ginkel original art Italy, France and California. Salud! Cin Cin! San- print. Show your Stampede Pride té! while doing errands with a branded Value $220 Starting Bid $110 Bid Increment canvas tote-bag. Frame not included. $10 Value $230 Starting Bid $115 Bid In- crement $10 10 15
TRAVEL/HOTEL #128 Inspirational Spa Package Donated by: RnR Wellness Le Germain RnR Wellness wants to help you be the best version #120 Weekend Vehicle Rental of you! This basket includes a hardcover copy of Pav- Donated by: Budget Car Rentals Canada ing it Forward, a softcover copy of You're The Great- est, a DVD of The Opus movie which details creating Explore Alberta in style! Budget Car your own personal legacy, plus two $50 spa gift Rentals Canada is offering you a 3 day cards. 2018 is your year with this motivational bas- rental for a full-size car or SUV. Where ket! will you go? Terms and conditions apply. Value $180 Starting Bid $90 Bid Increment $10 Value $500 Starting Bid $250 Bid Increment $25 #121 Family VIP Ski Day Donated by: Banff Sunshine Village Ski and Snowboard Resort #129 Around the World in 6 Beers! Hone your skills for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics! With this voucher 2 adults and 2 youth or children will receive lift tickets to the Donated by: Mosaic Family Resource Center Staff renowned Sunshine Village for a day of fresh pow. Wheth- (ISC) er you’re skiing veterans or first-timers, this day will deliv- This is a great basket for any beer lover! Featuring er! Terms and conditions apply. an assortment of premium lagers imported from 6 Value $388 Starting Bid $175 Bid Increment $20 different countries, you can take your taste buds on an adventure to Jamaica, Germany, the U.K., or even Mexico! Gourmet munchies, including sa- voury seasoned pretzels, caramel popcorn, and an #122 Weekend Night Stay and Breakfast for Two indulgent slice of chocolate pizza, will pair beauti- Donated by: The Westin Calgary fully with any of these fine brews! All you have to do is kick-back, crack open a bottle and take a va- Special event coming up? Let the Westin Calgary make cation without leaving your back deck… Cheers! your stay-cation memorable with one free weekend night at the Westin Calgary and breakfast for 2. Terms Value $150 Starting Bid $80 Bid Increment $10 and conditions apply. Value $200 Starting Bid $100 Bid Increment $10 14 11
GIFT BASKETS #123 Banff Ultimate Explorer Donated by: Pursuit (Brewster) Have the ultimate experience right in your own backyard! With this two- person Ultimate Explorer pass you will go up the Banff Gondola, on a Banff #126 For the Sommelier Basket Lake Cruise, and on a Glacier Adventure (a ride on an Ice Explorer at the Ath- Donated by: Finance, Human Resources, and Ad- abasca Glacier and walk along the glass-floored Glacier Skywalk). Terms and ministration Staff (ISC) conditions apply. Attention all wine lovers, we have the basket for Value $384 Starting Bid $175 Bid Increment $20 you! From the streamlined elegance of Terralsole Brunello Di Montalcino (2011) to the Napa Valley movie star of Chateau Montelena’s 2013 Chardon- #124 Afternoon Tea for Four nay and the clean and balanced Faustino I Gran Donated by: Fairmont Banff Springs Reserva Rioja 2005. This basket has been a best seller in past years - don’t miss your chance! Pinkies up! Enjoy afternoon tea for four at the stunning Fair- mont Banff Springs, our very own castle in the Rockies. Value $250 Starting Bid $125 Bid Increment $15 Terms and conditions apply. Value $196 Starting Bid $100 Bid Increment $10 #127 For the Gourmet Chef Donated by: The Cookbook Co. Cooks #125 Make Airports a Little Easier 12 gourmet cooking and snacking ingredients, Donated by: Budget Car Rental Canada and Shah Trucking Company including: Oolala Black Truffle and Olive Oil Potato Chips, Griottines: Wild Marello cherries soaked in Making your flight will be a breeze with this Kirsch. Indulge in the finest ingredients from around package. Enjoy 1 week free parking at Park the world, which can be combined to form the basis and Jet and a $100 Tim Horton’s gift card to of a 3-course meal. We recommend the Joe & Seph’s get you through those long layovers. Terms Caramel Corn infused with Gin and Tonic for all your and conditions apply. snacking needs. Value $150 Starting Bid $80 Bid Increment $10 Value $175 Starting Bid $90 Bid Increment $10 12 13
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