Item  Donor Description
Live Auction Items
Perennial Garden Tour and Refreshments  Toni Tully One of Whidbey Island's favorite perennial gardens.
Garden Tour for Four Frank Fujioka World famous hybridized rhodies and unique Japanese maple! Frank will give you a personal tour of his garden and farm when everything is at its most spectacular.
Bronze Winter Wren  Georgia Gerber Bronze sculpture of a winter wren by Whidbey Island artist Georgia Gerber.   " 3"H x 4"W x 2-1/2"D
Ravioli Making Party Louise Sportelli & Penny Harger Learn how to make ravioli from Italian chef extraordinaire, Louise Sportelli. Then  enjoy dine with wine on the finished product, and take some home too.xpires March 7, 2010. Allow 4 hours
Wooden Passenger Train Papa Bob's Workshop Handcrafted six-car wooden train made of colorful woods – red oak, mahogany, maple, wenge, cherry, and yellow wood.
Wooden Freight Train  Papa Bob's Workshop Handcrafted six-car wooden train made of colorful woods – red oak, mahogany, maple, wenge, cherry, and yellow wood.
Vancouver Island Special Butchart Gardens & The Beacon Inn Admission and tea for two at  Butchart Gardens and a 1-night stay at the Beacon Hill Inn in Sydney with a full breakfast the morning.
Whidbey Island Beach Cabin Susie Reynolds Fully furnished Whidbey beach cabin for a weekend. Sleeps four. Dogs welcome. 
Custom built Garden Gate and Trellis Bob Boehm  Custom-built gate and trellis to enhance our garden.
Wine Tasting party for Twelve  Second Street Wine Shop On June 14, 2009, enjoy some of Washington's best wines paired with appetizers and organic cheeses.  
Private Chocolate Party for  Five Island Angel Chocolates LLC Private chocolate party for five lucky bidders.  Includes chocolate tasting, beverages, chocolate making instruction, and fun.  What a sweet deal!
Winfield Garden Gate  Anonymous Hand-crafted metal garden gate by Jonathan Ward.  36" height, 30" width
Seattle Condo Weekend Mary Richardson The 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo is comfortable for up to four adults.  Well furnished with a fully-stocked kitchen, the condo is just steps away from theaters, restaurants, and Pike Place Market.  
Turkmen Rug  Dave and Karen Anderson Wool rug hand-woven in Afghanistan by the Turkmen people. 4' x 6.5'
Sailboat Day Cruise out of Anacortes Bob Boehm and Penny Harger Enjoy a continental breakfast, six hours of cruising, breathtaking views, and a gourmet lunch aboard the 38' PandaSea. 
Big Manly Machine Meerkerk Gardens Move up to 300 lbs of rock, gravel, soil, or wood with this gas-power DR Powerwagon. 
Two ornamental planters Lynn Tippery Add elegance and grandeur to your entrance, deck or yard with these giant-sized planters.
Ovations Dinner for 10 Ovations Enjoy a gourmet dinner for ten at the home of one of Whidbey Island’s favorite caterers.
A Private Evening's Festivities at Rob Schouten Gallery  Rob Schouten Gallery Celebrate a special occasion at the elegant Rob Schouten Gallery at Greenbank Farm with Whidbey Island wines, delicious finger foods and django-inspired music by Keith Bowers and Kristi O'Donnell. 
12' Duroboat  Doug and Jeanne Zook This is  2004 sturdy aluminum fishing boat with 3 bench seats, floorboard, and oars.  
Tuscan dinner for Twelve Louise Sportelli This authentic Tuscan feast includes antipasti, primi, secondo, and dolce courses, and is accompanied by appropriate wines.  
Kerr's Garden Fine Gelfand A fascinating bird's eye view of an imaginary garden created with silk fabric, thread, dye, and paint. 
Bronze Round Squirrel  Georgia Gerber Bronze sculpture of a squirrel by Whidbey Island artist Georgia Gerber.  2004 edition of 15, 8" x 8" x 4".
Cabin on Lake Wenachee Marjory and Rod Homan A weekend or a week on the south shore of Lake Wenatchee for up to ten. Water access and miles of hiking trails. Complete kitchen, washer/dryer, one bathroom.  35-minute drive to Leavenworth.
South African Photo Safari Kip Toner Benefit Auctions Six unforgettable days and six nights for two in a private game preserve where animals roam freely in one of the largest and most diverse conservation areas in South Africa. Choice of two 4-star locations – both offering the finest in comfort and hospitality. 
A Week in Cancun, Mexico at the Hyatt Regency Kip Toner Benefit Auctions The Hyatt Regency Cancun hotel overlooks the clear blue-green waters of the Caribbean Sea, steps away from white powdery beaches, shopping, restaurants and nightlife, with easy access to Mayan ruins, kayaking, surfing, fishing, eco-tours, zip lines, mountain biking, jungle visits,  or swimming with the dolphins. 
New Tork City Entertainment Package Kip Toner Benefit Auctions A trip for two for four Days and three Nights at the New York Marriott Marquis Times Square includes airfare plus a live entertainment package.  
Maui Escape Kip Toner Benefit Auctions Trip for two to Maui, Hawaii for seven days and six nights at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa in Kaanapali includes airfare, and easy access to all the attractions of this delightful, warm vacation spot.
Travel the World - One loaf at a time! Marcy Horner Enjoy a different bread from a different culture every month for a year delivered to your door in Greenbank or South Whidbey.
July 3rd Sundowner and Fireworks Party  Sandra and Stan Day Enjoy Freeland's July 3rd extravaganza with delicious appetizers and wine and front-row seats for the fireworks show.
 V.I.P. Whidbey Island Garden tour tickets Whidbey Island Garden Tour V.I.P. tickets to the 2009 Whidbey Island Garden Tour on Saturday, June 27, 2009. give reserved parking space at each location. 
Gourmet Brunch for Eight Jennifer and Paul Morris Saturday morning brunch in Ledgewood Beach with beautiful views of the Olympics and Puget Sound, with a menu that can accommodate special  dietary requests.
French Provincial Garden Tour with Tea and Jordan Garden house Karen and Steve Jordan Enjoy wonderful plantings and views with tea and cookies on the patio at this charming French Provincal home and garden on Saturday, July 18, 2009.
Cultus Bay Nursery Tour and Tea Party Cultus Bay Nursery Enjoy a summer tour of Cultus Bay Nursery and the Fisher's personal garden, followed by afternoon tea featuring Mary's fabulous homemade pie.
White Oak Potting Bench Rob Hetler Cabinet Maker  You’ll enjoy using this potting bench as much for its beauty as its practical design.
Summer Gourmet Luncheon with Croquet Art Herrera & John Farrow An elegant gourmet meal in a charming setting. Sure to be a memoriable occasion!
Floral Design Class Kristi O'Donnell Floral design class for five taught by floral artist Kristi O'Donnell on Wednesday April 8th, includes yummy refreshments and you will take home up to three arrangements, a hand held bouquet, memories and skills to enjoy for many seasons to come.
Stargazing Party and Dessert for Eight  Tiny Blue Observatory On a clear night to visit the unique Tinyblue Observatory in Greenbank. View craters on the moon, a crescent Venus, star clusters, and other celestial marvels and enjoy a special homemade dessert.
Very Special Rhodie Meerkerk Gardens Take your pick of a beautiful, mature budded rhododendron from the Meerkerk Hybrid Test Garden this spring while they are in full bloom.   
Vernal Equinox Brunch Bob and Jan McConnell On Sunday, March 22, 2009, feast at this special brunch of incredible waffles while enjoying unsurpassed views of the shipping lanes.  
Basket Making Class  Margaret Nerison & Arlee Anderson Basket making class for six to be held at the Meerkerk Volunteer Cottage.  For a date to be determined in July or August.
Wine tasting party for Ten in your home Willis Wines Enjoy the tastes of award-winning Willis Hall wines at a party for up to 10 in your own home. 
A Week on St. Maartens Janice Shaughnessy Enjoy the fabulous Oyster Bay Beach Resort
Website Design and Hosting Syncopia.net Syncopia will create for you a 5-page customized personal or business website
with 1 year free hosting & domain name. Includes simple 3-6 color template
theme with up to 10 buttons and 3 simple graphics. Also includes customized
Google Search Page, Setup for 10 email addresses and choice of Live Chat Setup,
Message Board or Blog.
 
 
Plant Gallery
Pieris - Purity Mailliards Landing Nursery
Rhododendron calophytum   Meerkerk Gardens
Daphne Tangutica C2 Briggs Nursery
Cryptomeria japnoica - Black Dragon Kirks' Nursery
Blue Fountain clumping bamboo plant  Island Bamboo
Rhododendron Sugar Puff Briggs Nursery
Clumping Bamboo plant  Booshoot Gardens
Helleborus Heronswood double white Briggs Nursery
Austrian Pine Bruce Bell Tractor Landscaping
Vine Maple Bruce Bell Tractor Landscaping
Acer Palamatum - Red Filigree Lace Frank Fujioka
. . . And more to come!
Plant Frenzy
 
Blue Wave Hydrangea Magnolia Grove Blue Wave hydrangea has a big lace cap
Niedersachen Hydrangea Magnolia Grove Niedersachen hydrangea's  bloom is like a blue mop.
Mini Pink Dwarf Hydrangea Magnolia Grove Mini Pink Dwarf Hydrangea
Rhododendron sinogrande  Don Kohlenberger RSF No. 2582
Enkianthus campanulatus siko-kianus C2 Briggs Nursery
. . . And more to come!
SPECIAL OFFERINGS
"Monet's Garden" Fine Gelfand Framed fiber picture  30 inches x 48 inches. Minimum price 1200
"Ryoanji" Fine Gelfand Framed fiber picture  30 inches x 40 inches. Minimum price 1000
Floral Arrangement from Barb Billie Barb Enormous and elegant major floral arrangement
Chartreuse Silent Auction
 
Razorback Shovel and No Tangle Rake  Freeland Skagit Farmers Supply
Floral pot holders and dish towel Barry and Kathy Rix
"Message to the Heart" Arlee Anderson Framed original stitchery by Harriett Wyman, MFA, Bozeman, MT.
Bloedel Reserve on Bainbridge Island Bloedel Reserve An annual family pass to the favorite garden on Bainbridge Island
Dirftwood planter  Arlee Anderson Cedar driftwood shaped like a high heeled boot (14" x 11") planted with sedum
One whole pie Whidbey Pies Café You choose which kind and when at your convenience.
"Historic Tall Ships at Coupeville" Dan Karvasek Framed and matted photo
Toby's Tavern Toby's Tavern Dinner for two.  Beverages not included.
Stoneware napkin holder and bowl Foxspit Pottery The napkin holder is unglazed and handbuilt, and the bowl isthrown and glazed.
Seattle Chinese Garden Seattle Chinese Garden Slide presentation on Chinese gardens and a guided tour of the garden under construction as well as of the South Seattle Community College Botanical Gardens.
Two Bottles of FishTalk Wine FishTalk Vineyards A 2004 Estate Pinot Noir and a Pinot Gris 
Mama Mia Sing Along Party for 10 John and Babette Thompson Enjoy a karaoke sing-along party with the film "Mama Mia".  Wine, beer, popcorn, and Mediterranean treats will be provided! 
"Crow with Daffodils" Stacey Neumiller Matted giclee print
Hanson's Building Supply $100 Gift Certificate Hanson's Building Supply
Basket of Garden Tools Freeland Ace Hardware Basic hand tools for any gardener
Dragon Pendant Arlee Anderson Black circle with yellow, green, coral, white, and blue dragon.
Landscape Architect Consultation Vince Mackel Designs  Two-hours at your garden with Vince Mackel.
Beveled Mirror  Catherine DeWitt Framing Swedish country style, beaded whitewashed frame, 21" x 25".
Mad Crab Restaurant $50 Gift Certificate Mad Crab Restaurant
Rag-Top Tote Bettyhill Designs  Two bags in one - convertible top changes in a flash! 
WICA Tickets for May 4th Whidbey Island Center for the Arts Enjoy An Afternoon with Val Easton and Eliabeth George 
Whimsical Mushrooms Carolyn Mercer Original  concrete sculptures created by local artist and gardener
Island Greens Golf Island Greens Four rounds of nine-hole 3-par golf in a delightful setting, especially when the rhododendrons are blooming.
Rose Banner  Seattle Flagmakers Made by Seattle's premier flag maker, this banner comes with a pole and wall bracket.
Lakewold Gardens  Lakewold Gardens  This annual family membership includes free admission to Lakewold Gardensin Tacoma, reduced admission to events, and lots more!
Handmade Papers Gift Basket Leneen Carr Handmade paper items include a journal, gift box and cards.
China Painting Party  Paint Escape Bring your friends and enjoy a $25 gift certificte plus 15% off the cost of your party
BBQ Joint $50 Gift Certificate BBQ Joint Dinner for two at this Oak Harbor favorite.
Fairy Primula Theate Kristi O'Donnell Inspired by the full size Primula Theatre in the Meerkerk Gatehouse, this diminutive fairy primula theatre is apprx. 9"x 4" and filled with hand-sculpted primulas. 
Woodland Fairy Making Workshop Kristi O'Donnell This hands on woodland fairy workshop will be held April 15th, just in time for our Meerkerk Magic Festival of Flowers and Fairies.  
Harp Music CDs Harper Tasche 5 CDs of beautiful harp music by the featured artist at Meerkerk Garden's Mother's Day concerts.
Alternative energy site evaluation and consultation Whidbey Sun and Wind, LLC Learn about the options for improving you home's energy efficiency.
Find Your Ancestors Laura Roetcisoender Two hour beginning genealogy class for two; includes reference handouts 
Queen-sized Handmade Quilt Re McClung Handmade queen-size, cross-stitched floral design quilt.
Bigosz stew and Homemade Dessert Karen Eaton and Laura Roetcisoender Polish sausage stew for six and your choice of cake, pie or cookies for dessert. 
"A Patterned Garden" and WICA Tickets Kristi O'Donnell Enjoy both Val Easton's book and hearing her speak at WICA
Personal Trainer Island Athletic Club Three 30-minute personal training sessions at Island Athletic Club
Blue Stitched and Beaded Evening Bag Arlee Anderson Harriett Wyman original small blue stitched and beaded purse
Two Whidbey SeaTac Shuttle Round Trips  Whidbey SeaTac Shuttle
Whidbey Coffee Company Gift Basket Whidbey Coffee Company
Overnight stay at Chinook Whidbey Institute An overnight stay for two amidst the tranquility of Chinook in Clinton. Based on availability.  Expires 12/31/09.
Three Piece Soft Canvas Luggage Set Dancing Cat Designs Set of soft canvas luggage includes one rectangular weekend bag, one round duffle bag, and one small ditty bag.
Plant Propagation Kristi O'Donnell The class will cover division of perennials and propagation from cuttings and seed. 
Collection of small picture frames Louise Sportelli Four frames for special little treasures
Ten Yards of Wood Mulch Landshapers Will be delivered anywhere on the south end of Whidbey Island.
Gourmet Food Basket Islander Herbs and Lavender Wind Farm Gourmet food basket with pepper jelly, apricot-chipotle jam, Useless Bay rub #13, smokey chardonnay mustard, dill caper mustard, chipotle mustard sauce, and strawberry lavender jam
Chocolate Flower Farm  $75 Gift Certificate Chocolate Flower Farm For use at either the Chocolate Flower Farm on Saratoga Road or The Garden Shed on 1st Street in Langley.
Three Ready-To-Go Meals Jennifer and Paul Morris Gourmet food for at least three meals (for 2-4 people) prepared and packaged and ready for you to heat or freeze for the future. 
"A Choice of Freedom" and "Island Full of Laughter" J. L. Mercer Autographed copies by local author
Forget Me Not Farms S40 Gift certificate Forget Me Not Farms
Napkin Holder and Wall Plaque Foxspit Pottery Oak Leak Hydrangea with paws stonewate napkin holder and wall slab
Card for Eight Panini Sandwiches Beach Cabin Stop in to this popular Freeland deli often to use your panini punch card.
Three knife sets Barry and Kathy Rix All the paring and boning knives you'll ever need.
South Whidbey Fall Color Tour Eric Studebaker Identify every flaming bush and blazing tree you've ever wished you knew the name of, as well as the locations of ones you'd like to see revealed. 
"Ask Cisco, Oh La La" Freeland Ace Hardware Answers to Northwest gardening questions by one of the experts.
Oregon Flowers Inc.Tour Oregon Flowers, Inc Tour oregon's largest cut flower production facility - six acres of greenhouses and forty acres of field production .
Two Bottles of FishTalk Wine FishTalk Vineyards A 2004 Estate Pinot Noir and a  Pinot Gris.
Litereary Entertainment package for Six.  Skylark Writing Studio Two-hour literary entertainment package for up to six includes a reading performance by Molly Cook (author) and writing games/workshop.
Fuchsia Silent Auction
 
Deer Cage/Plant Protector/Garden  Carl Ulmschneider & Judy Ellis This a piece of garden art that will provide visual enjoyment while protecting a special plant from hungry deer. 
"Our Puget Sound Birds and Habitat" Craig Johnson Autographed copy of this wonderful book by local authors  and two of their  hand-made watercolor bird note cards.
Birding Field Trip Stephen and Susan Bennett Personalized ½ day birding field trip during the height of the migration.
Ink and Watercolor painting Herb Welsh Study of American Goldfinch by Herb Welsh
For The Birds Wild Birds Unlimited - Clinton Finch feeder and 5 lbs of finch blend bird seed
Gift Basket of Personal Care Items Sine Hough
House and Garden tour in Vancouver, BC Authur Erickson House and Garden Personal guided tour for two.  Thursday afternoons only, April – October, 2009.  
"Chatachoochee Spring" Arlee Anderson Framed original watercolor painting by Harriett Wyman, MFA, Mozeman, MT, ealy 1970s.
Swimming Pool Party  Pat Sasson On a hot summer day, enjoy swimming and lunch for six at the Honeymoon Bay Beach Club. 
Three Silver Horses Arlee Anderson A pin or necklace.  Approximately 4" wide x 2-3/4".  15" chain.
Experience the Yoga Lodge  Yoga Lodge Use this certificate for either one private yoga session OR five group yoga classes (1.5 hours each).
White Wool Handwoven Pillows  Suzanne Ramsey Two 11" square pillows with handwoven off-white wool covers.
Private Garden Tour and Brunch for Two Bill and Gloria Koll Enjoy a garden brunch and delightful flower gardens compete with garden house, water feature, slate patio, and artistic gate. 
Whidbey Island Photo Montage Ron Roesler This lovely montage is composed of original photos  of Whidbey Island by Ron Roesler.
Gordon's on Blueberry Hill $50 Gift Certificate Gordon's on Blueberry Hill
"Discoverying Bamboo" Booshoot Gardens Learn about creative uses of non-invasive bamboo in Northwest landscaping.
Horsetails Nursery $25 Gift Certificate Horsetails Nursey
Small Auricula Theatre Ian MacGowan For your own collection of primula
Ohme Gardens Ohme Gardens One individual season pass plus one guided tour for up to 4 people for this wonder in Wenatchee.
Harp Music CDs Harper Tasche 6 CDs of beautiful harp music by the featured artist at Meerkerk Garden's Mother's Day concerts.
Home Tooth Bleaching Kit First Street Dentist Trays and materials for at-home bleaching.  Call to schedule appointment to get your kit.  
"One Block Wonder" Quilt Marjie Bachert Handmade cotton quilt called a "One Block Wonder", by Marjorie Bachert.  
Meerkerk Gardens Peak Bloom Tour Kristi O'Donnell Botany Adventure of Meerkerk Gardens on Wednesday, May 6th - history of the Gardens, tidbits of plant lore and hands-on experiential learning and observation. Suitable for all adults or adults and children.  
Champagne breakfast for four Anchorage Bed and Breakfast Enjoy this delicious champagne brunch for 4 at the charming Anchorage Inn Bed & Breakfast in Coupeville.  Expires 4/1/10.
Garden Party handbag Bettyhill Designs  Lovely bag made from green & pinkish  tapestry with a "bamboo" handle and green beaded fringe.
Crabbing Party for two with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres Russ Ernest Bring your own crab license; crab pots, bait, and life jackets will be provided.  Enjoy a boat tour of the north end of Holmes Harbor followed by  cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.  
$50 Wine Gift Basket  Bloom Winery  Basekt with wine and treats
Naas Preserve in Bloom Whidbey Camano Land Trust and Sthphanie Jushinski Guided tour of the Naas Natural Area Preserve in bloom with a picnic lunch for eight. 
Purple Beaded Evening Bag Arlee Anderson Beautiful purple beaded evening purse from the 1940s.  6" round opening, 6" deep pointed bottom.
E.B. Dunn Historic Garden Dunn Garden  One-year membership and two tour passes to the Dunn Garden in North Seattle.
Glass Picture Frame Louise Sportelli
Day Sail on Saratoga Passage Dave Draper Two of you can enjoy a day of sailing with lunch included.
Nature Photograph Frank Nold 11" x 17" mounted nature photograph
Christophers of Whidbey $40 gift certificate Christopher's on Whidbey
Hand-painted Sun Flag  Sandy and Gary Eschen Comes with with pole and wall bracket
ARBICO Organics $50  gift certificate ARBICO Organics ARBICO Organics supplies "healthy bugs" for your garden
Mukilteo Coffee Gift Basket Mukilteo Coffee
Garden Design Consultation Proscenium Garden Design Two hours of any design or consultation service.
"Crow with Tulips" Stacey Neumiller Matted giclee print
Prima Bistro $25 Gift Certificate Prima Bistro
Keurig Coffee Maker Fran Spicer and Cee Schacker Gourmet coffee one cup at a time at your finger tips.
Sally's Garden $250 Gift Certificate  Mary Jo Stansbury
Stoneware flower pots Foxspit Pottery Unglazed stoneware clay, handbuilt for indoor or outdoor use.
Mask Making Party  Laughing Two Owls Mask-making party for 10 children for 2 hours.
Two Bottles of FishTalk Wine FishTalk Vineyards A 2004 Estate Pinot Noir and a Pinot Gris.
Garden and Native Plant Odyssey Don Lee A garden and native plant odyssey with Don Lee, President of Meerkerk,  Master Gardener and native plant lecturer. 
Silver choker with cloisonne leaves and Navajo bracelet Arlee Anderson Original piece by Harriett Wyman, MFA, and an authentic Navajo silver bracelet with malachite stone by J. Yazzie
Princess for A Day $99 Gift Certificate  Visions Salon Treat yourself or someone you love to a day of pampering.
"Following Grandmother Home" Raven Rocks Gallery Museum-quality giclee print depicts the spirit of the salmon returning in full abundance. Limitd edition, #7/64.
Up, Up and Away Scott Biddle One hour flight over the San Juan/Victoria area in a wingover cockpit turboprop plane.
Chocolate Truffles  Sharon Anderson A golden box with 18 handmade chocolate truffles.
Luxurious Joy Spa Package Oriental Healing Arts Choose from sauna, acupuncture, or  massage and pampering in the healing tradition of the orient.
Salal-Print, heavy cotton WEX shirt Melanie Hester Hand-painted one-of-a-kind, size XL. 
"Rhododendrons in the Landscape" Sonja Nelson Autographed copy by editor of the Journal of the American Rhododendron Society
Book Bay  $40 Gift Certificate Book Bay
Creative Ideas for Your Garden Kristi O'Donnell A 1.5 hour garden consultation for your Whidbey Island landscape, includes a hand drawn sketch and horticultural recommendations. 
Two hours of Landscape Consultation Anderson LeLievre Landscape Design Utilize this award winning landscape designer;s talent to enhance your garden.
Fruit and dessert Wines Pasek Cellars Winery A bottle each of Cranberry, blackberry, tulip red, Arabica Coffee dessert wine, and
the two loganberry wines. Plus a 50% off certificate too.
Interior Design Consultation Kathryn Daniel Interior Design One and a half hour consultation in your home.
Four gift certificates Greenbank Cheese and Specialties Certificates for food, cheese, meat and more!
Spring Planter Bayview Farm and Garden Instant beauty for your front porch or deck.