2007 Arts in the PARC Auction Item Donors

Thank you to all these individuals and organizations who support PARC through their donations of auction items to the 2007 Arts in the PARC Benefit Auction!

We are currently at over 150 fabulous auction items! We are working to get them all listed.PLEASE CHECK BACK OFTEN AS WE ARE ADDING ITEMS DAILY!

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Planes, Trains, and Hot Air Balloons!

Allegiant Air ~ Two round-trip tickets from Peoria to Tampa Bay, Florida.

A hot air ballon ride for two. Donation Courtesy Dr. Kathy Arkwell, D.M.D.

Two sight seeing tours of Peoria by plane packages. Donation courtesy of Rick and Amy Rogy.

Join hosts Tom & Bonnie Cox for a 90-minute cruise of the upper and lower Peoria Lakes aboard their battery-powered launch Electra. Room for ten people, including your hosts. Donation courtesy Tom & Bonnie Cox.

What a Trip!

New York Amazing Long Weekend Packagefor Two ~ This package includes round-trip airfare for two on American Airlines, three nights at the Hilton New York on Manhattan's east side, dinner for two at Tavern on the Green, and two Broadway tickets! Learn more about this trip.

Pinehurst Resort Golf, Dining & Spa Package for Two ~ This package includes round-trip airfare for two on American Airlines, four nights at the world-class Pinehurst Resort, and an all inclusive golf package with meals and access to eight golf courses and a luxery spa! Learn more about this trip.

NASCAR/NEXTEL Racing Package for Two ~ This package includes round-trip airfare for two on American Airlines, classroom training AND the ability to drive NEXTEL Cup and/or NASCAR cars on a professional track in a choice of cities, and four nights at any participating Hyatt Hotels & Resorts in the corresponding cities! Learn more about this trip.

Sonoma Wine Extravaganza, First Class Package for Two ~ This package includes First Class round-trip airfare for two on American Airlines to California's famed Wine Country, four nights in a suite at the 4-star Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, and a chauffeured tour to three of the areas's top wineries! Learn more about this trip.

Discover the many comforting rewards of a small European style hotel in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast with a one-night stay in a deluxe king room at The Talbott Hotel, 20 East Delaware Place, Chicago. Donation courtesy The Talbott Hotel.

A Tisket, A Tasket, What A Wonderful Basket!

This basket from Jeffrey Alans, 4601 N. Sheridan Road in Peoria contains a bountiful selection of fragrant pumpkin candles and other treats. Donation courtesy Jeffrey Alans.

A gift basket packed full of great items from random ~ coffee.clothier.vintage, 5901 N. Prospect Road, Peoria. Gift back includes a random store gift card, Coffee Lovers Sampler, a variety of gourmet snack treats, Groovies Fudgey Wudgey brownie mix, and Just like Mom's Cinnamon Snickerdoodles cookie mix. Donation courtesy random ~ coffee.clothier.vintage in Junction City.

A gift basket from anecdotes, 5901 N. Prospect Rd, Peoria is definately "not the same old story." The gift bag includes a gift card and a blackberry sage French Quarter Candle made from 100% natural soy wax. Donation courtesy anecdotes in Junction City.

Ulew Beauty from the Earth Basket. Health and beauty go hand and hand with a variety of herbal soaps, herbal oils, and perfume. All items are handmade with are organic ingredients from a local herb farm. Donation courtesy Kandy Stamer Bernal of Ulew Natural Products.

Your sure to enjoy this gift basket from Kade's Coffe & Tea! Includes 2 pounds of fresh roasted coffee and a gift card. Donation courtesy Kade's Coffee Company, Inc, Peoria.

For the bicycle enthusiast this basket from Illinois Cycle & Fitness has just what you need to get in gear for a great ride. Includes a gift certificate for a tune-up, a Kryptonite heavy dute locking cable, and an insulated 24 oz Polar water bottle. Donation courtesy of Illinois Cycle & Fitness, 9016 N. Allen Road, Peoria.

Tekkies Unite!

HP Computer package including: Hp dc7700 Minitower PC with Core2Duo processor E6300 (1.86GHz/1066MHz/2MB), dual 80GB RAID1 hard drives, DVD+/-RW optical drive, Windows XP Pro, and a 3 year warranty; and a HP L1906 19" Flat Panel Monitor. Donation courtesy PTC Select, 2450 N. Knoxville Avenue, Peoria.

Lexmark Z45se Color Jetprinter gives you high resolution photo quality prints. Donation courtesy of Corporate Express.

VIZIO 32" LCD HDTV. Experience the superb picture quality of a flat panel high definition television. Donation courtesy of J & D Meyer Limited.

Get Creative!

Pottery Painting Party for 6 at Fired Up in Peoria Heights! This package includes all you'll need to get creative and have loads of fun. Donation courtesy of Fired Up, 4532 N Prospect Road, Peoria Heights.

Gift card for Free to Bead. Donation courtesy of Free to Bead, 1311 E. Seiberling Ave., Peoria Heights.

Bring home the magic of Fan Yang, internationally acclaimed Master of the Soap Bubbles, with a variety of incredible bubble toys like the Ultimate Bubble Toy. These toys don't JUST make bubbles, they create bubble magic! Donation courtesy of Funrise Toy Corporation.

Get Active!

One year adult membership for a first time member to Gold's Gym Peoria. Donation couresy Gold's Gym, 5131 W. American Prairie Drive, Peoria.

Guest passes to RiverPlex Recreaton and Wellness Center. Donation courtesy RiverPlex Recreation and Wellness Center, 600 NE Water Street, Peoria.

Golf lession from a Peoria Park District Golf Professional and 2 large buckets of balls from the Golf Learning Center Driving Range, 7815 N. Radnor Road, Peoria.

Pamper Yourself!

Hotel Pere Marquette Romantic Package. Rediscover romance with an intimate dinner for two at Carenegie's 501. After dinner, relax in your beautifully-appointed Jacuzzi Suite. In the morning, enjoy a hot breakfast buffet. Donation courtesy Hotel Pere Marquette, 501 Main Street, Peoria.

Gift Certificate from Five Senses Spa & Salon for an Aroma Swedish Massage and Vichy Shower. The message will relax your muscles and stimulate your circulation, providing an overwhelming feeling of tranquility and well-being. The Vichy Shower will invigorate you as seven shower heads cascade over your body. Donation courtesy of Five Senses Spa & Salon, Peoria.

Gift certificate for a pedicure at Beyond Nails, 7800 N. Sommer Street in Peoria. Donation courtesy Le Ngo, owner, Beyond Nails.

Crest Whitestrips Supreme professional strenght whitening system. ~ Donation courtesy Dr. Thomas C. Ferlmann, D.M.D.

Gift certificate for a pedicure at Skin Dimensions Day Spa, 4909 N. Glen Park Place, Peoria. Donation courtesy Skin Dimensions.

Take a Walk on the Wild Side!

Admission passes to Wildlife Prairie State Park .. one of the Nation's premier wildlife parks. Donation courtesy Wildlife Praire State Park, 3826 N. Taylor Rd, Peoria.

Gourd Wren Bird House handcrafted in a leaf & floral design by Bonnie Cox. Donation courtesy of Bonnie Cox of Peoria Heights.

Well Read!

A trio of books ("Why Do You Cry," "Imagine Harry," and "Trial by ~~Jury~~ Journal." ) Kate Klise and M. Sarah Klise were born and raised in Peoria, Illinois. Kate Klise lives and writes on her 40-acre farm in Missouri and works as a correspondent for PEOPLE magazine. M. Sarah Klise draws and paints in here studio in Berkely, California. Donation courtesy of Kate Klise and M. Sarah Klise.

"Party Food," by Jan Stephenson. Donation courtesy of Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 5001 Big Hollow Road, Peoria.

Learning is Fun When You're Just Kidding Around!

Moonjar Kids "learn to save" Package includes: 1 Tin Moonjar Moneybox, "How the Moonjar was Made" illustrate book and 1 Conversations to Go - the game that keeps families talking. Donation courtesy Moonjar.

Be a Good Sport!

Men's Basketball Complimentary Season Pass Voucher for two 2007-2008 Bradley Men's Basketball Season tickets ~ Women's Basketball Complimentary Season Pass Voucher for two 2007-2008 Bradley Women's Basketball season passes ~ Baseball Complimentary Season Pass Voucher. Donation Courtesy of Bradley University Athletics.

Bradley University logo portfolio, logo briefcase, logo leather tote, logo sweatshirt, logo picnic blanket and logo outdoor clock. Donation courtesy of Bradley University.

2007 Peoria Chiefs ball cap autographed by Ryne Sandberg and a 1991 Ultra Fleer Ryne Sandberg Cubs Second Base autographed playing card. Donation courtesy Kaitlyn Harm and Mindy Schaefer.

Cubs baseball autographed by pitcher Scott Eyre.

Cubs baseball autographed by infielder Daryle Ward. Donation courtesy the Chicago Cubs.

St. Louis Rams' panel ball signed by Andy McCollum and Adam Timmerman, the "Doughnut Brothers." Donation courtesy the St. Louis Rams.

Two tickets to specific Cardinals home games during the 2008 regular season. Donation courtesy of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Brett Favre Green Bay Packers autographed home jersey. Authenticated with the Favre hologram.

RARE Joe Montana, NFL Hall of Famer, autographed Notre Dame College jersey.

Ernie Banks, "Mr. Cub," signed Cub's home jersey.

Cubs great and current Cubs' radio announcer, Ron Santo, signed and framed 16 x 20 photo.

Chicago Bears Hall of Famer, Dick Butkus, autographe jersey.

Baseball Hall of Famer, Johnny Bench "Big Red Machine," autographed jersey.

St. Louis Cardinals' Hall of Famer, Ozzie Smith, signed and mounted poster of the old Busch Stadium. RARE, only 5 in existence. Signed at a private signing.

Bears Hall of Famer, Gale Sayers, autographed jersey.

St. Louis Rams' NFL great, Marshall Faulk, autographed jersey.

Ryne Sandberg, framed lithograph of the "Old Time" Wrigley Field.

All time hit king, Pete Rose, Reds' autographed jersey.

Yankees' Great and Hall of Famer, Whitey Ford, framed and autographed 11 X 14 photo.

Cardinals' Hall of Famer, Stan Musial, RARE signed and framed St. Louis Post Dispatch newspaper.

Chicago Bears' star receiver, Muhsin Muhammad, autograped jersey.

Dick Butkus, Chicago Bears framed and matted lithographed signed by the artist and Dick Butkus. Item is RARE and unique.

Chicago White Sox star reliever, Bobby Jenks, autographed jersey.

Chicago Whites Sox star, Joe Creded, autographed jersey.

Chief Illini panoramic framed and matted Brad LaPayne photo.

Mark Prior Cubs Signed and framed 16 x 20 photo.

Aramis Ramirez Cubs signed and framed 16 x 20 photo.

Peyton Manning Colts Super Bowl MVP framed and autographed photo.

Ozzie Smith Cardinals framed and autographed photo.

Ryne Sandberg framed and autographed photo.

Bob Gibson autographed baseball in display cube.

Fergie Jenkins Cubs autographed baseball in display cube.

Billy Williams Cubs Hall of Fme 1987 autographed baseball bat.

4 Tickets to the 2008 PGA Memorial Tournament Presented by Morgan Stanley with VIP Tent Passes. This tournament attracts big crowds at the Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. The course was the dream and work of Jack Nicklaus. The tournament takes place the last weekend in May. Donation courtesy of the Kwon Gallup Group at Morgan Stanley, Peoria.

Two Illini Golf Headquarters caps. You'll see these show up with some other great golf items in a "Golf Bucket."

Just Go Out and Have Some Fun!

FunCity Entertainment Center swipe cards for use at King Pins, the Arcadium, Zoom (where you can ride go-karts) or any of the Water Parks. Donation courtesy of FunCity Entertainment Center and Catfish Bend Casinos, Burlington, Iowa.

Four VIP Immediate entry tickets to the Shedd Aquarium and Wild Reef. Donation courtesy the Shed Aquarium, 1200 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago.

That's Entertainment!

The Untouchables framed and autographed original movie poster. Poster is signed by Robert DeNiro, Kevin Costner, and Andy Garcia.

Framed Carlito's Way original autographed movie poster signed by Sean Penn and Al Pacino.

Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend!

A gift certificate for Bremer Jewelry, 4707 N. University Street, Peoria. Donation courtesy of Bremer Jewelry.

Gift certificates for Jones Bros. Jewelers, 7705 N. Grand Prairie Dr, Peoria. Donation courtesy of Betty Schlacter and Bob Woolsey of Jones Bros. Jewelers.

Get a Good Night's Sleep!

One-night stay at SpringHill Suites by Marriott Peoria. Donation courtesy of SpringHill Suites by Marriott Peoria, 2701 West Lake Avenue, Peoria.

One-night stay for two at the Radisson Hotel Peoria. Donation courtesy of Radisson Hotel Peoria, 117 N. Western Avenue, Peoria.

Do Something Special for Someone!

Gift certificate from flowerpetal.com towards flowers and gifts that can be delivered anywhere in the U.S. or Canada. Donation courtesy of flowerpetal.com.

How Cool is That!

Certificate to request that an American flag be flown over the United States Capital to commemorate a special occassion such as an anniversary, birthday or wedding. Donation courtesy Congressman Ray LaHood.

1936 Toledo Blue Streak Pedal Car. 1:6 Scale Metal Die-Cast Replica. Donation courtesy Walters Brothers Harely-Davidson, 615 S. Maxwell Road, Peoria.

Two tickets to Annie, the timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie is back on tour after a seven year break. Donation courtesy the Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria.

Turn your home into a big screen theater for a weekend with the use of a multimedia projector and large format projection screen from Klaus Companies. Imagine a Superbowl party, the Indy 500, the Oscars, the Masters Tournament, or any other majore sporting or entertainment on the big screen in your home. Donation courtesy Klaus Companies, 8400 N. Allen Road, Peoria.

Wrigley chewing gum logo gift satchel with 3 boxes of Eclipse Fusion gum. Donation courtesy the Wrigley Company.

Gift certificate from Bergner's. Donation courtesy the Bon Ton Stores, Inc.

Illinois State Flag. Donation courtesy State Representative David R. Leitch, 73rd District.

Picture Perfect!

"Winter Jewels" 22 x 18 photograph. Taken January 2007 in rural Peoria County after an ice storm. Donation courtesy Don Stedman.

"September Sunset" 22 x 18 photograph. Taken September 16, 2006 at 7:19 p.m. Donation courtesy Don Stedman.

Gift certificate towards an in-studio session and prints at VGallery . Donation courtesy VGallery, 330 South Main Street, Morton.

"Peoria Aglow" 15 x 24 Poster by Joe Couri Photos. Donation courtesy Joe Couri.

It's A Work of Art!

"Dream Waltz" is from a series of images by Doug Leunig called "Dancing Landscapes." The overall size of the print is 8 x 11.5 and with the integral matte surrounding the image it is 11 x 14. Donation courtesy Doug Leunig who focuses on using art for community enhancement.

Exquisite hand blown glass works by artist Brett Hoerr. Donation courtesy of Brett Hoerr of Unbroken GlassDesigns and Learning Center, 161 Thunderbird Lane, East Peoria.

A unique photo montage by artist Linda Webb, combining architectureal details in carvings, moldings, and fixtures on buildings found on Michigan Avenue in Chicago. The piece is 16 x 20, framed to 20 x 24. Donation courtesy artist Linda Webb of Dunlap, Illinois.

Food for Thought!

Avanti's Ristorante gift certificates. Donation courtesy of Avanit's Ristorante.

Gift certificate for The Fish House. Donation Courtesy the Fish House, 4919 N. University, Peoria.

Buffalo Wild Wings gift certificates. Donation courtesy of Buffalo Wild Wings , 5121 W American Prairie, Peoria.

Great Harvest Bread Co. ~ 1 loaf of bread a week for a year ~ 1 bread basket. Donation courtesy Sam and Stephanie Polito of Great Harvest Bread Co, 9010 N. Allen Road, Peoria.

Old Chicago Gift Card for Shoppe's at Grand Prairie Mall location. Gotta Fly? Get some Old Chicago To-Go! They have a special Carry Out Entrance. Donation courtesy Old Chicago at the Shoppe's at Grand Prairie.

Gift certificates for a whole pie from Bakers Square. Donation courtesy Bakers Square, 7411 Grand Prairie Drive, Peoria.

Gift certificates for the FlatTop Grill. Donation courtesy the FlatTop Grill, 5201 W. War Memorial Drive, Peoria.

Weaver Ridge Golf Club complimentary Sunday Brunch or Dinner for two. Donation courtesy of Weaver Ridge Golf Club, 5100 WeaverRidge Blvd., Peoria.

Gift certificate from Peoria Bread Company. Donation courtesy of Senator David Koehler and his wife Nora Sullivan, owners of the Peoria Bread Company, 1404 NE Monroe Street, Peoria.

Gift Certificate from Mercedes Restaurants, Inc. for use at Alexander's Famous Steakhouse or Vonachen's Old Place. Donation courtesy of Mercedes Restaurants, Inc.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Gift Card. Donation courtesy Shirley Sprague of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Metro Centre, Peoria.

Gift certificate for two 1 1/2 pound Lobster Boil Dinners from Dixon's Seafood. Donation courtesy Dixon Fisheries Inc. East Peoria and Peoria.

Looking Good!

Maui Jim ~ 1 pair Cyclone Classic Maui Jim Sunglasses with case, cleaning cloth and warrenty. ~1 pair Nani Classic Maui Jim Sunglassess with case, cleaning cloth and warranty. ~ 2 Maui Jim t-shirts ~ 2 Maui Jim hats ~ 2 Maui Jim koozies. Donation courtesy of Maui Jim Sunglasses, Peoria.

Gift card from Belle Mie ~ Fashion For The Clothes Minded. Donation courtesy Jade Venovich of Belle Mie, 5901 N. Prospect, Peoria.

Keep your car looking good with a gift certificate from Red Carpet Car Wash of Peoria. Fast, professional car care since 1967. Donation courtesy Red Carpet Car Wash.

It's Music to my Ears!

The latest release by Nickel Creek ~ Why Should the Fire Die? ~ signed by the band members! To learn more about Nickel Creek and where you can see them in concer, visit www.nickelcreek.com.

Final Touches!

Donation courtesy of Bill and Jenny Riebel ~ Pottery Barn Collector's Box. Showcase your miniatures or found objects in this wooden case with compartments of varying sizes. Dimensions are 24 x 1.5 x 16"

Fall floral arrangement.Donation courtesy Decor by Underwoods, 5201 W. War Memorial, Peoria.

Signed, Sealed, and Delivered!

Regent Broadcasting and 97.3 River Country ~ Framed autographed picture of CMT artist Trent Tomlinson. Special thanks to Lisa Franks.

Friday Night Live Auction Items!

Customized Magic Entertainment Package from Mitch Williams Magic Productions. Mitch Williams, world-class magical entertainer with performing credits in six countries on three continents, will work with you to create a program designed specifically to meet the unique needs of your corporate, private, or other event!

"Unforgettable events guaranteed to amaze, amuze, and inspire!"

"Icebreakers" Customized Magic Private Instruction from Mitch Williams Magic Productions. Mitch Williams, a national and international award winner with over 25 years performing experience and recognized expert teacher of magic, will customize a "mini-workshop" with private instruction in the Art of Magic just for you. You'll learn a variety of amazing, mind bending magic tricks!

Two great Peoria epicureans come together to provide a feast fit for even the most critical of gastronomes. Dinner for 4 prepared at your home by Personal Chef Bill More. Wines specially selected by Amy Blair of Vino 100 to marriage with the flavors of the food. A different wine will be served with each course. Donation courtesy of Bill More and Vino 100.

Invicta Women's Speedway Chocolate Pave Diver 3.20ct Diamond Stainless Steel Watch. This watch is all glamour and luxury! Eight rows of 248 chocolate pave 1.00mm diamonds compose the dial, with luminous hour and minute hands, and a black stainless steel case. If that isn't enough, a single row of 40 chocolate 2.00mm diamonds are encased in the bezel. The watch bracelet is constructed of black IP stainless steel. It compes packaged in an Invicta box with Invicta International guarantee card and instruction manual, with appliction for extended warrenty program. Donation courtesy a Friend of PARC!

Make his day! Experience the haute cuisine served at the jail at a luncheon for four at the Peoria County Jail with host Sheriff Michael D. McCoy. The best part of it all, you get to walk out the door when your done!Donation courtesy of Sheriff Michael D. McCoy.

The Gift of Time! For more than 25 years Molly Maid has built an international reputation based on trust and customer satisfaction. 2 hours of professional cleaning services by Molly Maid of Peoria, 808 W. Pioneer Parkway, Peoria. Donation courtesy of Molly Maid of Peoria.

Pictorial applique quilt, handmade by Sandi Eberle. The quilt showcases the artistic talents of PARC participants and will bring a splash of color and charm to any home or office. Donation courtesy of Sandi Eberle, devoted PARC employee!