Costa Rica Luxury Resorts Six-Night Stay with Airfare for Two

A memorable Costa Rica beach resort vacation awaits!  Enjoy a total of 6 nights at either or both of two "world's best" luxury Marriott resourts in Costa Rica.
Nestled between the warm waters of the Pacific and a 1,100 acre tropical rainforest, these resorts are considered the most beautiful in Costa Rica. Both are world class luxury oceanfront properties with on-site restaurants, spas, golf, breathtaking swimming pools and more! Glide from tree to tree on a rainforest canopy tour or lie back and enjoy paradise.  See more details on this extra page.

Parade of Penfolds

Perfect for holiday entertaining or any occasion when it’s time to put the best on the table. This lot includes a selection of Penfolds' finest wines. Three bottles each of Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz, Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz, Bin 138 Grenache-Mourvedre Shiraz and Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon. Add a 12-bottle wine cooler to keep it at the perfect temperature and you have a red-wine-lover’s delight! Must be 21 to bid.

Eric Clapton Signed Guitar

One of rock and roll’s greatest legends, Eric Clapton is the only guitarist inducted 3 times into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: as a solo artist, as a member of rock’s first power trio Cream, and as a member of the Yardbirds. Clapton is #4 on the list of the Greatest Guitarists of All Time, behind Jimi Hendrix, Duane Allman and B.B. King...all of whom he has performed or recorded with. Clapton has also collaborated with everybody from Pink Floyd and Bob Dylan to The Beatles. This is an investment-quality electric guitar autographed by “Slowhand” himself, Eric Clapton. Included is a certificate of authenticity with a lifetime guarantee.

Morgan and York Wine and Cheese Tasting for 10

Back by popular demand: Morgan and York, a long time Washtenaw Literacy supporter, will host a wine and cheese tasting party for 10 in your home or a designated location. A wonderful event on which to bid. Must be 21 to bid.

From the Vineyards to Caesars Windsor

Ontario’s Lake Erie North Shore is alive with the taste of wine! And it’s only 1.5 hours away! Marty Friedburg, local wine distributor and All-Canadian Wine Championships judge, and wife, Beth Dugdale, will start your group-of-four getaway with lunch at their Colchester, Ontario, cottage. Marty will then escort you on an afternoon tour of three local wineries, where you will taste wines and have private tours of the cellars. Following this, you’ll redeem your $100 gift certificate toward dinner at Foia, an upscale Windsor-area restaurant, where you will be assisted in your wine selection by Beverley Carnahan, Windsor’s star sommelier. Ms. Carnahan will provide you with a complimentary sparkling wine to begin the dinner and a complimentary dessert wine to conclude. Then it’s on to fabulous Caesars Windsor, where you can enjoy an evening of gaming and your two luxury complimentary overnight rooms. Passports required, must be 21. Date by mutual convenience, Sunday through Thursday.

Bona Sera Supper Club Hors d'Oeuvres Party

Hors d'oeuvres for 25 in your home prepared by two women with a passion for food. Red Zinfandel wine will complement the selections and the t-shirt will commemorate the occasion. We've included fun cocktail napkins and a finger food cookbook. Must to 21 to bid. Valid until Oct. 1, 2011.

Memories . . .

Print your own 4- color personal memory book to share with friends and family. Perfect for weddings, anniversaries, special birthdays, or any occasion you want to capture in a memorable way. Basket includes a gift certificate from Edwards Brothers, Inc. for printing up to 50 copies of a softbound color photo book (maximum 64 pages, value $600), a best-selling book on taking those once-in-a-lifetime photos, and professional grade software for creating your special book.

WDIV News 4 Behind the Scenes

You and 9 others will be the guests of honorary host Devin Scillian as he takes you on a behind-the-scenes tour of the newsroom at WDIV Channel 4. Meet the team!   Afterward, use the gift certificate for the Hard Rock Detroit for a special meal. You and your guests will dine in a separate area, and a speaker will share the history of and answer questions about the Hard Rock Café.

Go Blue! Beat the Badgers!

Four fabulous tickets to the Michigan/Wisconsin game on November 20. Cheer on the Wolverines in their last home game of the season. For the ultimate UM fan: "100 Things Michigan Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die."

South Africa Photo Safari for Two

Experience the Magic of Africa! A tantalizing taste of the wild in the heart of Africa’s richest conservation region. Zulu Nyala Game Lodge offers several luxury facilities for you to choose from in Zululand, South Africa. Package includes six days and nights, three meals/day prepared by international chefs, two daily land rover trips into the wild with experienced game rangers. One traveller said, “We’ve been around the world and I’m glad we took this trip last, as everything else paled in comparison!” You have a two-year window to book. Don’t miss the chance of a lifetime! (Does not include airfare.) See extra page for details.

A Superior Getaway to Marquette, Michigan

Head up north to a lively city nestled on the largest freshwater lake in the world. Stay at the historic and elegant Landmark Hotel, where former guests include everybody from Amelia Earhardt to The Rolling Stones. Tool around for the day on your bikes, or explore the area by cross-country skis if coming up visiting in the winter. (Thanks to Downwind Sports.) After all that exercise you can fill up on the best Cornish pasties in the UP from Jean Kay's Pasties. Later take in dinner and entertainment at famed Upfront & Company. The next day you’ll be ready to lunch at the historic Vierling Brewpub, one of Michigan’s first. As your UP guide, take along your signed copies of The Superior Peninsula and Going Back to Central, signed by author Lon Emerick, Ph.D.

Heisman Football

Heisman football signed by 21 Heisman Trophy winners including Howard ‘Hopalong’ Cassady ’55, Dick Kazmaier ’51, (two of the oldest) to Danny Wuerffel ’96 and Troy Smith ’06 (two of the youngest). Review the list of signatures to see if your favorite college player is included.

Sumptuous Gourmet Dinner for Six

Martin Friedburg and Beth Dugdale welcome you to their home for a sumptuous gourmet dinner prepared by Professional Chef Barry Gair. Chef Barry spent 20 years in some of the best kitchens in Florida and Michigan, including a five-year appointment as Private Chef to Mr. A. Alfred Taubman. Having earned his juris doctorate in 2006, access to Barry’s cuisine is now limited annually to only a handful of special occasions. Barry welcomes your questions and observations as he prepares your dinner and looks forward to a special evening with supporters of Washtenaw Literacy! See menu in live auction display area. Date by mutual convenience. Must be 21 to bid on this item. Valid until Oct. 1, 2011.

Ellen Show Tickets for Two

You’re on your way to enjoying an upcoming Los Angeles taping of the Ellen DeGeneres show! These VIP tickets are not available to the general public. Tickets are valid until November 30, 2010 Monday through Thursday. See certificate for details. Airfare on AirTran airways is included (3 flights daily DTW-LAX via Atlanta). Also enjoy two nights at the Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport hotel -- a contemporary masterpiece of luxury located in the heart of the entertainment and media capital of the world, pivotal to many of the world's most famous visitor attractions!

A Culinary Adventure

Our area is home to some of Michigan’s finest restaurants, and here are 12 of the best! Italian, French, German, Asian fusion, American... they’re all here! Go crazy and have a 12-day marathon or treat yourself to a night out once a month for the next year. Featured restaurants include Mercy’s, Pacific Rim, The Earle, Quarter Bistro, Paesano’s, Zingerman’s Road- house, Red Hawk, Metzger’s, West End Grill, Arbor Brewing Company, Weber’s Inn, and Gratzi. Gift certificates range in value from $25 to $100. Bon appetit!

Fine Dining and More -- In Your Home

Picture it!

Under the supervision of a Chef Instructor, Washtenaw Community College Culinary Arts students will prepare hors d’oeuvres and dinner for eight in your home. Students will serve the hors d’oeuvres and any host-provided libations prior to the dinner and clean up the kitchen afterwards, of course! And to help with the host-provided libations, we’ve included a $100 gift certificate to Morgan & York. Date and menu to be arranged with the successful bidder. Must be used by April 30, 2011.

Step Back in Time

Ten people are invited to tour the victorian home of the first doctor in Manchester and enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.

Fall Apple Orchard Celebration

Twenty people will have a fun-filled day at the historic Alber Orchard & Cider Mill in Manchester. Tour, hayride, corn maze, bonfire and hot dogs are included.

Long Weekend in NYC for Two

Enjoy a three-night weekend stay that includes a Saturday and Sunday night at the Hilton New York -- just moments from such famous landmarks as Radio City Music Hall, Museum of Modern Art (MOMA), Fifth Avenue shopping, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Broadway and Times Square. Package includes airfare on American Airlines, Broadway theater show tickets, and dinner for 2. See this extra page link for details.

Really! Pizza for a Year! Worth $1,000!

In honor of Domino's Pizza 50th Anniversary, enjoy pizza for a year! Yes, a $1000 worth of gift certificates equaling 2 large pizzas a week for a year. What a deal! Be a hero to your family and friends. Who doesn't like pizza?