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Silent Auction bidding tabletBidding tablets can be found on the silent auction tables, as well as on each table in the dining room—so your bidding can continue all night long from the comfort of your table!

We have staff and volunteers throughout the venue to assist you with your bids and we look forward to helping you enjoy this exciting experience.

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For a snapshot of your bidding activity, simply click on “My Bids.”

Congratulations!

Watch the screensWatch the screens for the “New highest bid” message; all screens around the room will be updated instantly.

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live auction 1 Conductor for a Day!Conduct a real live orchestra at the 2016 Victoria Symphony Christmas Pops concert A Sentimental Christmas! Join Maestro Brian Jackson for a private conducting lesson prior to a rehearsal with the orchestra. You will then direct one program selection at the concert. Package includes four tickets to the concert on Friday, December 9, 2016.value: Pricelessdonors: Brian Jackson, Victoria Symphony

2 Be a Supernumerary in the Opera!Star in a Pacific Opera Victoria production next season, without needing to sing, in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become an Opera supernumerary! *You will need to be available for performances and some rehearsals on selected evenings and weekends in the three weeks before opening night.value: Pricelessdonor: Pacific Opera Victoria

3 Dine with the Maestros (for 6)Enjoy an evening of fine wine, elegant dining from Truffles Catering, and lively conversation with Maestros Tania Miller and Timothy Vernon in the penthouse suite of Rob and Shirley Hunter. This unforgettable evening is for you and five guests. *Date subject to mutual agreement.value: Pricelessdonors: Tania Miller, Timothy Vernon, Rob and Shirley Hunter,

Truffles Catering

4 Incredible Musical Evening at the Charmans’ (for 24)A private VIP musical reception for 24 at the beautiful residence of Eric and Shirley Charman, with a first class wine selection from their private cellar. Enjoy a gourmet grazing dinner produced by Cheryl’s Gourmet Pantry. The evening will include music from Concertmaster Terence Tam, and Principals Kenji Fuse and Brian Yoon of the Victoria Symphony, with special guest, world renowned pianist Lorraine Min.*Date and time (approximately 2 hours) subject to mutual agreement.value: Pricelessdonors: Eric and Shirley Charman, Cheryl’s Gourmet Pantry,

Kenji Fuse, Brian Yoon, Terence Tam and Lorraine Min

5 VIP Government House Tour (for 10)Your party of ten will enjoy learning the history of the arts and antiquities on all floors of Government House. After the tour, enjoy refreshments provided by Executive Chef Aleks Kornat, including tastings of select BC wines with Executive Director, Jerymy Brownridge.value: Pricelessdonor: Government House

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6 Gary Karr and Harmon Lewis Private Concert (for 25)Enjoy a private concert with 24 friends in the home of world renowned musicians Gary Karr and Harmon Lewis. Savour a selection of wines courtesy of First Memorial Funeral Services, and indulge in $100 of local charcuterie from The Whole Beast Artisan Salumeria, and $125 in gift certificates from Rogers' Chocolates.value: Pricelessdonors: Gary Karr and Harmon Lewis, The Whole Beast

Artisan Salumeria, First Memorial Funeral Services, Rogers' Chocolates

7 Deep Cove Chalet Dinner (for 6)Savour classic French dining for six at the Deep Cove Chalet. Chef Pierre Koffel’s menus are legendary and the waterfront views are mesmerizing. Arrive in style and comfort, and head home relaxed and worry free. Round-trip transportation to the Deep Cove Chalet provided by a chauffeured limousine from L.A. Limousines. *Limo pickup and drop off to be within the Greater Victoria / Westshore area. Gratuities not included; some date restrictions apply.value: Pricelessdonors: Deep Cove Chalet, L.A. Limousines and Transportation

Services

8 Portrait Commission by Catherine MoffatCherish a one-of-a-kind portrait of you or your loved one by celebrated local artist Catherine Moffat. Catherine’s still life paintings depict objects that have a special, personal appeal. She creates realistic and appealing images which convey an underlying sense of stillness, calm and elegance.value: $2500donor: Catherine Moffat

9 Meet Canadian Astronaut Chris Hadfield!Here’s your chance to meet the legendary Chis Hadfield, the first Canadian astronaut to walk in space. Enjoy a private meet and greet before attending the rehearsal for Rocket Man with Chris Hadfield. You will then watch Commander Hadfield take the stage to perform live with the Victoria Symphony from two of the best seats in the house. Following the performance you and your guest will be invited to attend a reception hosted in honour of the conductor and guest artist. (Performance date: Saturday, March 25, 2017 at 8:00 pm.)value: Pricelessdonors: Victoria Symphony, Commander Chris Hadfield

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exclusive experiences

10 Pacific Opera Ultimate Opening Night (for 2)Experience an opera opening night like no other! Be our guest for the pre-performance Sense of Occasion reception and a chance to catch a glimpse of the backstage action right before a stunning performance of Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra. Conclude your evening with dinner at The Mint. (Performance: October 13, 2016 at 8:00 pm. Pre-performance reception at 6:30 pm)value: Pricelessdonors: Pacific Opera Victoria, The Mint

11 Afternoon with Maestra Tania Miller (for 2)Spend an afternoon with Maestra Tania Miller! Enjoy lunch with Tania and your guest at 10 Acres Bistro, followed by the unique experience of being onstage to see her conduct a Victoria Symphony rehearsal. *Date and time subject to Tania's availability and time of rehearsal.value: Pricelessdonors: Tania Miller, 10 Acres Bistro + Bar + Farm

12 VIP Tour of the Royal BC Museum (for 8)This exclusive tour for eight is a unique opportunity to meet museum executives and curators, and see first-hand the breadth and depth of the museum’s remarkable collections. Then enjoy tea and refreshments with CEO Prof. Jack Lohman CBE* at the museum’s scenic Skybar overlooking the Inner Harbour. *Subject to his availability, certain date and time restriction apply..value: Pricelessdonor: Royal BC Museum

13 VIP Vault Tour of the Art Gallery (for 8)The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria has the largest collection of any public art gallery in BC, including one of the best collections of Asian art in Canada. Enjoy an exclusive tour of the vault, conducted by gallery director Jon Tupper. The tour will be followed by a glass of wine in the AGGV Asian garden, along with the gift of an Asian catalogue and eight gallery passes. *Date subject to mutual agreement.value: Pricelessdonor: Art Gallery of Greater Victoria

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14 Exclusive Tour of a Navy Frigate (for 10)Admiral Gilles Couturier, Commander Maritime Forces Pacific Royal Canadian Navy, cordially invites you and nine friends to a VIP tour of a Halifax-class multi-role patrol frigate, part of the Royal Canadian Navy’s fleet, followed by refreshments in the NADEN Wardroom.value: Pricelessdonor: Royal Canadian Navy

15 Exclusive Telescope Tour in Hawaii (for 4)Add this exclusive experience to your next Hawaii vacation. Visit the Waimea headquarters, then be transported to Halepohaku (9,300 feet) to dine and enjoy a sunset tour of the CFHT on the spectacular 14,000 foot Mauna Kea summit. Discover Canadian accomplishments through an “insider” tour. (Tours not available to the public)value: Pricelessdonor: Canada France Hawaii Telescope

16 Stargazing at the ObservatoryAstronomer Dr. David Bohlender invites you and a few guests (including children) to enjoy an evening of stargazing with him on the giant Plaskett Telescope at the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory, once the largest operating telescope in the world. *Date subject to mutual agreement.value: Pricelessdonors: Dominion Astrophysical Observatory,

Dr. David Bohlender

17 A “Good” Sailing Adventure (for 2)Breathe in the fresh sea air with a beautiful day’s sail for two people aboard “Karinya,” a Hanse 370 sailboat. Two bottles of wine and a tasty picnic lunch for you and your hosts are provided by Cook’s Day Off. *Date and time subject to mutual agreement and good weather.value: Pricelessdonors: David and Gilda Good, Cook’s Day Off

18 Yacht Sailing Package (for 4)Head out on the open sea with a yacht sailing package for four people on SV “Beyond the Stars,” a Hanse 411 yacht. Enjoy a gentle sail, followed by a tasty picnic lunch provided by Cook’s Day Off. Savour a glass of wine while anchored in a magnificent cove, as music of your choice wafts through the cockpit speakers. *Date and time subject to mutual agreement and good weather.value: Pricelessdonors: David and Marianne Scott, Cook’s Day Off

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19 Lunch & Learn with Clarinetist Keith MacLeodEat up this music education series with Victoria Symphony Principal Clarinet, Keith MacLeod. Join Keith for three one-on-one lunch discussions at Blighty’s Bistro, The University Club of Victoria, and The Inn at Laurel Point restaurant, where his impressive 33 years with the VS will be a great starter to fascinating classical conversations.value: Pricelessdonors: Keith MacLeod, University Club of Victoria,

Inn at Laurel Point, Blighty’s Bistro

20 Select Wine CollectionA delicious collection of assorted wines from Vancouver Island and abroad donated by the Gala chairs, and the boards of the Victoria Symphony and Pacific Opera Victoria.value: $850donors: Victoria Symphony and Pacific Opera Victoria

Boards of Directors

travel

21 Bermuda Getaway (for 2)This vacation package includes a one-week stay in September in a beautiful timeshare cottage on Hamilton Harbour in Bermuda. This timeshare provides private transportation to downtown Hamilton and outer beaches. (Week starting Friday, September 9 or Friday September 16. Economy travel to Bermuda on Aeroplan points. Travel accommodation in Toronto.)value: $5900donors: Anonymous supporter of Pacific Opera Victoria, Pacific

Opera Victoria, Fairmont Royal York

22 Wonderful Whistler Weekend (for 2)Enjoy an idyllic three days and nights of relaxation, hiking, or golf, while staying at a Club Intrawest condo in the heart of Whistler, with round trip transportation for vehicle, driver, and passenger from BC Ferries ($180 value). *Date restrictions will apply.value: $1180donors: Marc and Patricia Lortie, BC Ferries

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23 Romance in Vancouver (for 2)“The Art of Romance” includes two nights’ accommodation in a residential style Fairmont Room at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, sparkling wine with chocolate dipped strawberries upon arrival, breakfast in bed the following mornings, and late checkout to 3pm. Enjoy your weekend in Vancouver while sporting a new luxury handbag from Holt Renfrew, valued at $400.value: $1200donors: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Holt Renfrew

24 Fairmont Chateau Whistler Weekend (for 2)Breathe in the crisp mountain air as you overlook some of the most beautiful terrain in British Columbia on the Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish. Enjoy two nights’ accommodation for two guests in a deluxe valley view room, including taxes, resort fees, gratuities and parking, at the elegant Alpine Fairmont Chateau Whistler. *Some date restrictions apply.value: $625donors: Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola

Squamish

25 Stargazing in Osoyoos (for 2)Experience out-of-this-world hospitality and a bed and breakfast with a difference! This beautiful astronomy-themed B&B offers superb views of nearby Lake Osoyoos below and the clear heavens above. Enjoy tours of the skies through one of Jack’s telescopes. “We promise our guests the Sun, Moon and Stars and...WE DELIVER.”value: $400donors: Jack and Alice Newton

26 Banff Lodging Company Weekend (for 2)Spend two nights in your choice of one of nine rustically charming hotels operated by the Banff Lodging Company in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, and enjoy two tickets to a performance at The Banff Centre during their 2016/17 season. *Some date restrictions apply.value: $470donor: Banff Lodging Company, The Banff Centre

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27 Rejuvenating Ucluelet Getaway (for 2)Drive in style onto Hyphocus Island, courtesy of a car rental from Budget Rent a Car Victoria Ltd., enter your self-contained suite, and allow your West Coast getaway to unfold. Watch the tides and the local wildlife from your private deck, enjoy a candlelit bath in your double soaker tub, wrap yourself in a plush robe, and relax to the warm glow of your crackling wood fire. Two luxurious nights in the Rainforest Loft, two delicious room service breakfasts, and handcrafted chocolates by Chocolate Tofino.value: $400donors: Hyphocus Inn Bed and Breakfast,

Budget Rent a Car Victoria Ltd.

28 Weekend in Charming Courtenay (for 2)Enjoy a romantic weekend at the elegant Old House Hotel and Spa. Treat yourself to two luxurious nights for two in a deluxe one-bedroom suite.value: $360donor: Old House Hotel and Spa

29 Seattle Clipper GetawaySail direct to Seattle aboard the Victoria Clipper with roundtrip transportation for two, a $50 USD Four Seasons gift card, and a $10 USD Starbucks gift card to enjoy fine coffee in the city where Starbucks started.value: $360donors: Clipper Vacations, Four Seasons, Starbucks

30 Tigh-Na-Mara Getaway in Parksville (for 2)Experience rustic charm and cozy comforts as you spend one night in a spa bungalow studio, with breakfast for two in Cedars Restaurant. This all-season oceanfront resort is set in 22 acres of tranquil arbutus and Douglas fir forest with sweeping panoramic views of the Strait of Georgia and coastal mountains. value: $285donor: Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort and Conference Centre

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staycation

31 Shop, Spa and Stay in Sidney-by-the-Sea!Pamper yourself while indulging in a weekend filled with shopping, spa-ing, and dining in Sidney! This incredible package also includes:• two nights’ accommodation in a classic room at the Sidney Pier Hotel and Spa• $100 at Haro’s Restaurant• $100 at Haven Spa• 75-minute skin consultation at Fresh Esthetics Studio• $250 at Barbara’s Boutique• $150 at Muffet & Louisa• $100 at Tatum & Olivia• $100 at Waterlily Shoes or Provenance Fine Things• $75 at Reigning Cats & Dogs • $100 at Beacon Landing Restaurant.• a lavender organza tablecloth and fine linens from Francevalue: $1550donors: Barbara’s Boutique, Waterlily Shoes, Provenance Fine

Things, Beacon Landing Restaurant, Muffet & Louisa, Fresh Esthetics Studio, Tatum & Olivia, Sidney Pier, Lilaberry Home Decor, Reigning Cats & Dogs

32 Chateau Victoria Penthouse Vacation! (for 2)Pamper yourselves with two nights in a penthouse suite at the captivating Chateau Victoria, with a $100 gift certificate to Vista 18 Restaurant or Clive’s Classic Lounge. Parking is included.value: $1000donor: Chateau Victoria

33 Romantic Weekend at the Fairmont Empress (for 2)Relax and enjoy a romantic staycation for two at Victoria’s Fairmont Empress Hotel, with a two-night stay in a Fairmont Gold Room, dinner, and side-by-side massage at Willow Stream Spa.value: $750donor: Fairmont Empress

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34 Bear Mountain Golf and Spa Getaway (for 2)Revel in deluxe accommodation with a one-night stay in a traditional room at the beautiful Westin Bear Mountain Resort, followed by West Coast fare and breathtaking views with breakfast at Bella restaurant. Enjoy a round of golf, with two power carts, on the par 71 Nicklaus Design Valley Course, a lovely gift bag of skin care products and a $50 gift card to spend at Sante Spa.value: $700donors: Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa, Sante Spa

35 Girls’ Night Out! (for 6)Let loose with a Girls’* Night Out for six! You and your besties will have one night in three one-bedroom suites at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Suites Victoria (each with two queen beds) and a casual elegant dinner for six at Table 21 Restaurant. Pair this with a Kiss—a bottle each of deVine Kiss Strawberry Vodka and Vin Gin, for an effervescent evening. *Boys also allowed.value: $985donors: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Suites, deVine Spirits

36 A Magnolia Weekend (for 2)Enjoy a two-night stay for two with breakfast and parking at the Magnolia Hotel. Pamper yourself with a $100 gift certificate to Lab Salon, and visit Government House to enjoy a Costume Museum tour and tea for two in the Cary Castle Mews Teahouse.value: $650donors: Magnolia Hotel and Spa, Government House, Lab Salon

37 Stay and Play in the Inner Harbour! (for 2)Explore nature’s most dramatic subjects at The Robert Bateman Centre. Experience a three-hour excursion to view orcas from the Ocean Magic II with Prince of Whales Whale Watching, enjoy a Harbour Ferry tour, and sleep soundly amongst the comfy pillows at the multi-award winning Victoria Marriott Hotel. Includes a $25 gift certificate to Pagliacci's.value: $615donors: Marriott Inner Harbour Hotel, Victoria Harbour Ferry,

Robert Bateman Centre, Pagliacci’s, Prince of Whales Whale Watching

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music

38 Private Emily Carr String Quartet ConcertThe renowned Emily Carr String Quartet will play a 40-minute concert for you and your guests at a location and a time of mutual agreement. Experience the dynamic sound of a live chamber music concert with these consummate artists. value: $2000donor: Emily Carr String Quartet Society

39 Private Harp RecitalAppreciate the “Art of the Harp” with a solo recital in your home or at your special event, by Victoria Symphony Principal Harp, Annabelle Stanley. This 45-minute solo recital will feature a range of works by different composers that show off the complexities, colours, moods and effects that the modern pedal harp can evoke. Each piece will be introduced with a brief demonstration of the special techniques that will be featured. A personal experience that cannot be replicated in the concert hall.value: Pricelessdonor: Annabelle Stanley

40 Lunch & Concert with Cellist Brian YoonEnjoy an afternoon in your home with Victoria Symphony Principal Cello, Brian Yoon. Brian will discuss his interpretations of his upcoming cello concerto and provide a sneak peek of the performance with excerpts from his solo. You will then attend the Victoria Symphony concert on Sunday, November 20, 2016 at 2:30pm in the UVic Centre Farquhar Auditorium. Package includes two concert tickets and a $100 Market on Yates gift certificate for afternoon refreshments.value: Pricelessdonors: Brian J. Yoon, Victoria Symphony, Market on Yates

41 Symphony Splash VIP Yacht Party (for 2)You and your guest are invited to the Victoria Symphony Splash exclusive VIP yacht party in the Victoria Inner Harbour. Situated right beside the Symphony Stage, savour hors d’oeuvres and wine; this is a beautiful spot to enjoy the concert, and view the fireworks. value: Pricelessdonor: Victoria Symphony

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42 Music and Wine Evening (for 6)Savour fine wines and music in your home with VS concertmaster Terry Tam, VS orchestra manager Peter Burris, and VS librarian Ron Comber. Terry, Peter and Ron will pair their musical selections and stories with their favourite wines, entertaining you and five friends with an evening to remember. Includes six bottles of wine.value: Pricelessdonors: Terry Tam, Peter Burris, Ron Comber, Victoria Symphony

43 Victoria Symphony Kids Concert (for 4)Give the children in your life a rare and unforgettable gift of music with a Victoria Symphony Concerts for Kids Subscription for the 2016/17 season. Enjoy three accessible and engaging concerts, including Halloween Spooktacular, Babar and Three Fun Fables, and Science @ the Symphony. Pick one performance to take the children on a backstage tour and to let the children present flowers onstage. This package includes a subscription for two adults and two children.value: Pricelessdonor: Victoria Symphony

44 Toronto Symphony VIP Tickets (for 2)Take in the Toronto Symphony Orchestra with two VIP tickets and enjoy one of their many wonderful concerts in the 2016/17 season.value: $500donor: Toronto Symphony Orchestra

45 Tickets to Pacific Opera Victoria (for 2)Two section “A” tickets to Pacific Opera Victoria’s Les Feluettes (Lilies). (Performances April 20, 22, 28, or 30, 2017)value: $270donor: Pacific Opera Victoria

46 Rifflandia Super Pass (for 2)Two Super Passes to the Rifflandia Festival. A four-day multi-venue music festival from September 15–18, 2016.value: $250donor: Atomique Productions

47 Rock the Shores (for 2)Rock the Shores dedicates one weekend in July to nothing but rock & roll. Taking place in scenic Colwood, July 22–24, 2016, this three day music festival is the biggest of its kind on Vancouver Island. Take in the action with two 3-Day Passes for the 2016 festival.value: $250donor: Atomique Productions

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48 Victoria Conservatory of Music ConcertsTwo tickets for Joy of Life on May 13, 14, 15; two tickets for the Mother’s Day Garden Tour May 7th or 8th; two tickets for Vocal Oratorio: Handel’s Judas Maccabaeus, Friday, August 8, 2016.value: $150donors: Victoria Conservatory of Music

49 Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra (for 2)Two tickets to the Calgary Philharmonic’s 2016/17 season in the Jack Singer Concert Hall.value: $150donors: Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra

50 Music Studio Recording SessionMusic feeds the soul! Welcome to Victor’s Blue Room Recording Studio, where recording and fun come together to create magic. Sing to your own music, unplugged, or to a backing track. Solos or duets—produce your own CD. Includes two hours of studio time and two hours of mixing (time can be flexible based on your project, maximum of four hours total).value: $100donors: Blue Room Recording Studio, Victor Pasta

culture

51 Symphony Opening Night Package (for 4)Celebrate the opening night of the Victoria Symphony’s 2016/17 season with this all-inclusive package for four. Begin your evening with a culinary experience prepared by Chef Jeffrey Brothers at the Union Club before heading on a seductive journey through the Arabian Nights with Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade. This insider experience includes a backstage tour, introductions to Maestra Tania Miller and guest artist Krzysztof Jablonski, entry to the Conductor’s Circle Lounge, and an opportunity to present flowers onstage. Following the performance, you and your guests will be invited to the opening night after party. (Performance date: Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 8pm)value: Pricelessdonors: Victoria Symphony, Union Club of BC

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52 Vancouver Opera Getaway (for 2)Harbour Air seaplanes will fly you and a guest round trip to take in a matinée performance of Vancouver Opera’s Evita, May 1st or 8th, 2016. After the show enjoy a Chef ’s tasting dinner at CinCin Ristorante + Bar, followed by a night in a deluxe room overlooking the Coal Harbour waterfront at the beautiful Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel.value: $1730donors: Vancouver Opera, Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel, CinCin

Ristorante + Bar, Julie and Derek Sanderson

53 All the World’s a Stage! (for 2)It’s showtime! This amazing theatre package includes: • two tickets to any mainstage production in the Belfry Theatre’s upcoming 2016/17 season! (excludes opening nights)• two tickets to see Footloose at Chemainus Theatre Festival (June 10–24)• two tickets to a Phoenix Theatre production• two tickets to Canadian College of Performing Arts production of Mary Poppins (April 29 at 7:30pm, McPherson Playhouse)• two five-show passes to UNO Festival. (These sharable passes can be used for five at-door or in-advance admissions to performances at Intrepid Theatre’s Uno Fest May 18–28, 2016. Passes not valid for Circus Incognitus or La Voix humaine.)value: $550donors: Belfry Theatre, Phoenix Theatre, Royal & McPherson

Theatres Society, Intrepid Theatre, Chemainus Theatre Festival

54 I Could Have Danced All Night! (for 2)They say “Dance is life, everything else is just details.” This dance package includes:• one section “A” subscription to Dance Victoria’s 2016/17 season• four tickets to the Sean Dorsey Dance presentation of The Missing Generation (July 8th, Farquhar Auditorium)• two section ‘A’ seats to Ballet Victoria’s Cinderella. (May 20th at 7:30pm or May 21st at 2pm, Royal Theatre.value: $685donors: Dance Victoria, UVic Centre Farquhar Auditorium,

Ballet Victoria

55 Family Museum and IMAX Package (for 4)You and your family will be treated to a fun-filled day of discovery at the Royal BC Museum and the IMAX theatre! Good for two adults and two children/youth.value: $150donors: Royal BC Museum, IMAX Victoria

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56 Calgary Heritage Park Day Pass (for 4)Enjoy a day pass for four at Heritage Park, Calgary. Ride on a steam train to antique midway rides and historic heritage buildings and homesteads.value: $110donor: Heritage Park Calgary

art

57 “To the Opera House, Vienna” PaintingWelcome this beautiful painting by Deirdre Roberts into your home! Measures 20" x 15" framed.value: $1600donor: Deirdre Roberts

58 “John Lennon” Steel Wire SculptureImagine this beautiful, whimsical, wire sculpture in your home. “My sculpture is mainly composed of air. I use bits of wire only to define that part of air to which I want to draw my audience’s attention.” —Artist Rudy Kehklavalue: $1600donor: Winchester Galleries

59 “Covent Garden” PaintingOriginal oil painting “Covent Garden” by eminent Canadian artist Peter Ewart (1918–2001), whose paintings have been exhibited by the Royal Academy (London, England), the Royal Canadian Academy, the Canadian National Exhibition, the Mid-Century Exposition of Canadian Paintings, and in over 40 one-man exhibitions.value: $1200donor: Eric Charman

60 “Morgen” PaintingOriginal mixed media painting “Morgen” by artist and singer Hanna Bendtsen Kynaston. “…We shall look into each other’s eyes, and upon us will descend the muted silence of happiness...” —Richard Straussvalue: $1000donor: Hanna Bendtsen Kynaston

61 “Diving Orca” Marble SculpturePortoro macchia marble and glass sculpture “Diving Orca.” “The sensory joy one experiences from feeling a polished stone is something no other material can provide.” —Michael Binkley “Shapes that seem alive, wrought in hard mountain marble, will survive their maker, whom the years to dust return!” —Michelangelovalue: $750donor: Michael Binkley

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62 Glass Mask“I believe my work is filling a very large gap in the use of new mediums in the fine arts. When I finished my formal education back in 1981, I decided to take a different approach and started experimenting with more contemporary mediums such as reclaimed tempered glass, resins, spray paints and assorted plastic films. The techniques I developed for painting on glass are multidimensional in appearance and can be created on canvas or board, as well. My patented formula for bending glass without heat allows me to create large glass sculptures without the limitations faced when using heat.” —Rick Silasvalue: $500donor: Rick Silas

63 Kids Paint Splatter Party (for 10)Paint party under black lights! Using special non-toxic, UV paint, experience the fun of glowing, splattering, and generally being a wild and crazy guy or gal! This party is suitable for ages 3–16.value: $185donor: 4Cats Victoria

culinary

64 Progressive Gourmet Dining Experience (for 10)Dine at three luxury homes on Gonzales Hill during this “Progressive Gourmet Five-Course Dinner Party” for you and nine guests. Park once, then walk from house to house as you move through three beautiful residences and enjoy successive courses from Toque Catering, paired with specially chosen wines from Clos du Soleil. Catering includes two chefs, two servers, and rentals.value: $1700donors: Private donors on Barclay Terrace, Clos du Soleil Winery,

Toque Catering

65 London Chef Lunch and Learn (for 10)A private lunch and learn cooking class for 10 guests with Chef Dan Hayes of the London Chef, Victoria’s premier cooking school. Dan is the star of the cooking show Moosemeat and Marmalade.value: $500donor: The London Chef

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66 Fabulous 8 Restaurant Medley (for 2)Discover a medley of terrific breakfasts, lunches, and dinners at eight distinctly varied Victoria restaurants: • Two-course dinner for two in the Blue Crab Seafood House at the Coast Victoria Harbourside Hotel and Marina• $100 gift certificate to Café Brio• $100 gift certificate to Il Terrazzo Ristorante• $50 gift certificate to the Flying Otter Grill, includes a baseball hat• $50 gift certificate to UVic Grad House Restaurant• $50 gift certificate to Bubby’s Kitchen• $50 gift certificate to Stage Small Plates Wine Bar• $40 gift certificate to Fernwood Innvalue: $535donors: Coast Harbourside Hotel and Marina, Café Brio, II

Terrazzo Ristorante, Flying Otter Grill, Grad House Restaurant, Bubby’s Kitchen, Stage Small Plates Wine Bar, Fernwood Inn

67 Breakfast at the Oak Bay Fire Hall (for 6)Rise and shine to an exclusive breakfast for six, prepared and served by the Oak Bay firefighters, followed by a tour of the Oak Bay fire hall.value: Pricelessdonor: Oak Bay Fire Department

68 Pickle Boat Tour with Lunch at Glo (for 12)

Victoria Harbour Ferry Captain and former five-time Mayor of Oak Bay, Christopher Causton invites you and 11 friends to join him on a one hour peaceful narrated cruise up the beautiful Gorge Waterway. You will be entertained with personal and historic tales of Victoria before stopping for a fabulous three course lunch for 12, including beer and wine, at Glo Restaurant & Lounge. You may even catch a glimpse of an otter or harbour seal on your way!value: $860donors: Victoria Harbour Ferries, Glo Restaurant & Lounge

69 Silk Road Tea and Chocolate Tasting (for 15)Nibble on some of the world’s best artisanal chocolates, paired with exquisite teas from Silk Road. This gift certificate is for a one hour group session for up to 15 people.value: $300donor: Silk Road Tea

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70 Dinner with Wine Pairings (for 4)Dine at Restaurant Matisse where food is art! You and three guests will enjoy a delicious dinner, paired with wines that complement the gourmet meal.value: $315donors Restaurant Matisse

71 Chocolate and Wine Gift Basket #1Experience the wonders of Rogers’ chocolates from chocolatier, Cornell Idu, accompanied with Howling Bluff Estate Winery’s silver-award winning Pinot Noir duo presented in a custom winery pine gift box. Each gift set includes a bottle each of their 2011 and 2012 Summa Quies Pinot Noir.value: $180donors: Rogers’ Chocolates, Howling Bluff Estate Winery

72 Chocolate and Wine Gift Basket #2Experience the wonders of Rogers’ chocolates from chocolatier, Cornell Idu, accompanied with Howling Bluff Estate Winery’s silver-award winning Pinot Noir duo presented in a custom winery pine gift box. Each gift set includes a bottle each of their 2011 and 2012 Summa Quies Pinot Noir.value: $180donors: Rogers’ Chocolates, Howling Bluff Estate Winery

73 Dinner at Fabulous Point No Point (for 2)Situated on the rugged southwest coast of Vancouver Island, Point No Point offers diners a beautiful view of the Strait of Juan de Fuca across to the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. You’ll frequently see otters doing the back float while eating their own dinner of shellfish or spiny urchins. Pods of orcas are often seen just off the point—feel free to use our binoculars and keep a sharp lookout for them breaking the surface and for their telltale spray!value: $150donor: Point No Point Resort

74 Brunch at the Oak Bay Marina (for 4)Delight your taste buds with this award-winning West Coast brunch buffet for four at the Marina Restaurant. Brunch features a variety of housemade specialties, from fresh seafood to decadent desserts.value: $150donor: Oak Bay Marine Group

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wine & cocktails

75 Saanich Wine Tour (for 4)Relax and enjoy concierge level service from Luxury Wine Tours and L.A. Limousines. Our gracious and unique wine country hospitality, where every winery welcomes you as a special guest, will provide hours of pampered indulgence. Included are tastings at three wineries, as well as a bistro lunch. Tours are conducted in luxury vehicles with knowledgeable chauffeurs. *Additional guests may be added for a fee; gratuities not included.value: $600donor: L.A. Limousines & Transportation Services

76 Up Island Culinary Tour (for 4)Discover a part of Vancouver Island’s amazing local food, craft beverage and estate winery scene as you tour through Nanaimo. Sip by sip and nibble by nibble, explore Nanaimo’s family owned vineyards, breweries, distilleries, and local food producers, as we guide you on a half-day tour through the city.value: $300donor: Vancouver Island Expeditions

77 Cellar Tour and Tasting (for 20)Eat, drink, and be Merridale! As with fine wines, you need world-class fruit to make a world-class beverage! You are invited to enjoy a cellar tour and tasting for 20.value: $120donor: Merridale Cidery & Distillery

78 Premium Cocktail BasketCreate dazzling cocktails at home with this premium cocktail basket. Includes local small batch premium tonic and ginger-ale concentrate; gin and dark rum; sparkling water, cocktail glasses and cocktail recipe cards.value: $100donor: New Theatre Spirits & Tonics

gifts & services

79 Landscape DesignDesign your dream landscape! Integral Design takes pride in the hands-on approach to every aspect of your project, while offering preparation and development of a landscape plan for a property in the Greater Victoria area. Skilled and dedicated craftspeople are ready to take on a variety of design and construction challenges.value: $2100donor: Integral Design

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80 Advertise with Boulevard MagazineDo you have a business that you would like to promote? Advertise in Boulevard magazine with a full-page, full-colour, glossy ad.value: $1750donor: Boulevard Magazine

81 Advertise with Monday MagazineFind your new clientele with a half-page, full-colour advertisement in Monday Magazine.value: $910donor: Monday Magazine

82 Luxury Men’s WatchA stunning luxury men’s watch from Raymond Weill. “The Swiss watchmaker composes its timepieces the way musicians compose their chefs-d’oeuvre.”value: $950donor: Anonymous supporter of Pacific Opera Victoria

83 Custom Backyard SandboxKeep your children or grandchildren engaged in simple, clean fun for hours with their own backyard sandbox. This package will provide you with one sandbox delivered and set up, including sand.value: $750donor: Butler Brothers Supplies Ltd.

84 Treat Yourself to a Day in Sidney (for 1 or 2)This Sidney treat package includes two gift certificates for pampering at Salon J—one for highlights and a cut with Anna Thomas and one for a haircut from salon owner Jamie J. Shop with a $500 gift certificate towards Baden-Baden Boutique, and top it off with a $100 gift certificate for a delicious meal at the Sea Glass Waterfront Grill, nestled in Van Isle Marina on the waterfront in beautiful Sidney-by-the-Sea.value: $850donors: Salon J, Sea Glass Waterfront Grill, Baden-Baden

Boutique

85 Skin Care and Pampering PackageTreat yourself to a HydraFacial and skin care products from MD Esthetics that work immediately to give you smoother and brighter skin. Enjoy a luxurious pedicure at Derma Spa located on Oak Bay Avenue—your feet will love it!value: $465donors: MD Esthetics, Derma Spa

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86 Spring Garden CleanupA full day of service by certified horticultural technician and Victoria Symphony trombonist Marcus Hissen. The day starts with a walk-around assessment and continues with pruning, trimming, weeding, feeding, planting, mulching, and any general troubleshooting that your garden might need. Equipment, labour and expertise are provided.value: $340donors: Monarch Horticulture, Marcus Hissen

87 The Brighter Side of LightingThe brighter side of lighting! Enjoy the Island’s greatest selection of quality brand name lighting with a $250 gift certificate from Illuminations Lighting Solutions.value: $250donor: Illuminations Lighting Solutions Ltd.

88 Butchart Garden Package (for 2)“The earth laughs in flowers” —Ralph Waldo Emerson Enjoy this gorgeous gift basket overflowing with teas and treats.Includes tickets to visit the world famous Butchart Gardens for a stroll and afternoon tea.value: $230donor: Butchart Gardens

89 Green Image Garden ServiceThis half-day service by a certified horticultural technician from Green Image Lawn and Garden includes five hours of labour to spruce up your yard and garden.value: $200donor: Green Image Lawn and Garden

90 Gardens of Victoria Package (for 2 and 4)Four passes to the gardens at the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific. Two Hatley Gardens season passes, two guided estate tours, and Hatley Park Through the Seasons, a book from Royal Roads University about Hatley Park.value: $155donors: Horticultural Centre of the Pacific, Royal Roads

University

91 A Gift of JewelleryFrancis Jewellers offers customized elegance whether you are looking to rejuvenate a special family heirloom, create a perfect gift or design your dream wedding bands.value: $150donor: Francis Jewellers

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sports

92 Canucks Package (for 2)Go Canucks go! Fly round trip to Vancouver, courtesy of Helijet, to cheer on the Vancouver Canucks in their game against the Pittsburgh Penguins (16/17 game, section 101, row 8). Enjoy a $100 gift card to Cactus Club Cafe for some great food before or after the game.value: $1615donors: BMO Investments Inc, Cactus Club Vancouver, Helijet

93 Golfer’s Delight Package (for 4)You and three friends can hit the links and enjoy a round of golf, plus two power carts, at Gorge Vale Golf Club. Walk in the footsteps of golf legends Ben Hogan, Bob Hope, and Sam Snead, with green fees at Victoria Golf Club. Also included are four Ticket to Golf coupon books, provided by Olympic View Golf Course. Each book contains $2,000 worth of savings. Make it a round-robin tournament and send the two winners on to a round for two at Arbutus Ridge Golf Club!value: $1790donors: Anonymous supporter of Victoria Symphony,

Gorge Vale Golf Club, Arbutus Ridge Golf Club, Olympic View Golf Club

94 VIP Luxury Hockey Suite Package (for 12)Hockey fans—this package is for you! Celebrate the game with 11 of your friends in a private luxury suite at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre. Refreshments and food are not included, but can be pre-ordered through service directly to the suite. Additional tickets may be purchased.value: $700donor: Wilson’s Transportation Ltd.

95 Salmon Fishing in Sooke (for 2)Enjoy a salmon fishing adventure on a 30 ft Boston whaler, led by an experienced fisherman. Leaving from Pedder Bay Marina, you will fish for six hours off Sooke. All tackle and bait will be provided, as well as a picnic lunch. Drinks will be enjoyed as you clean the catch back at the marina—and you get to keep all the fish caught! Available any day in August 2016. value: $600donors: Roy and Ethne Cullen

96 A Sooke Zipline Tour (for 2)Experience thrill and adventure with a zipline tour for two! Experience the forest from the trees on a professionally guided zipline tour. Your guides will ensure your zipline experience is fun, educational and 100% exhilarating!value: $160donor: Adrena LINE Zipline Adventures

97 Take Me Out to the Ball Game! (for 10)You and nine friends can “…root, root, root for the home team” with a 10-pack of premium seats at a Victoria HarbourCats home game.value: $140donor: Victoria HarbourCats

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by the donors.

• The initial bid and minimum increment for bids have been determined by the Gala Auction Committee.

• You may bid as often as you wish on any item until the silent auction closes at 9:30pm.

• All bids are final and binding.

• Successful bidders must pay for and collect all items prior to departing the Victoria Conference Centre.

• Please take care to closely examine all restrictions, limitations and expiry dates on all auction items as listed on the tablets and on the Silent Auction tables before bidding.

• When no date is stipulated, all services and certificates expire within one calendar year of the Gala auction date.

• According to the BC Liquor Control and Licensing Branch, auction packages containing wine or liquor must be charged 10% PST in addition to the winning bid. Please see notes on individual bid descriptions on the tablets, as LCLB rules differ on standalone liquor verses liquor packaged with other items.

• According to CRA regulations, items purchased in an auction are non–tax-receiptable, however tax receipts may be issued for amounts bid above the listed item value.

• All funds raised support the Victoria Symphony and Pacific Opera Victoria.

• All auction sales are final and items are sold “as is.” Upgrades, extensions, or returns are not permitted unless explicitly offered in the item listing.

A list of winners will be posted following the close of the auction. Winners must pay at the claims and donations auction table prior to claiming their items. Please do not remove silent auction items from the auction tables.