While we’re eagerly counting down the days until our party of the year, Déja Blues, on Friday, November 30 – we’re just as excited for the what’s going on NOW…. the online live auction!

This auction has been carefully planned by our Déja Blues event committee to include top-notch prizes no matter what your interest is.

Whether you’re wanting to kick off your holiday shopping with an exceptional experience for you and your friends & loved ones, or maybe you’re wanting to plan for a much-needed getaway… we have a variety of options available for anyone and every one… no matter where you’re located!

Whether you’re a local WRC supporter or wanting to share these with friends afar, these prizes are available for anyone to bid on. Keep reading to find your favorite or get started by clicking the button below!

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STAYCATIONS

LONGBOAT KEY LUXURY

Enjoy a getaway weekend starting with your brand new Mercedes Benz rental from Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota. Take a drive out to Longboat Key’s newest Gulf front boutique hotel, Zota for a one-night stay. Stop into Harry’s Continental Kitchens for a cocktail and a bite to eat.

Included in this package:

  • Car rental (Pick up on Friday afternoon and return on Monday morning)
  • One night stay at Zota
  • $100 Gift Certificate to Harry’s Continental Kitchens

Generously donated by:

  • Pauldie and Randy Howrigan
  • Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota
  • Zota

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” bid $1,500.

BOCA GRANDE

Enjoy one week in the heart of downtown Boca Grande at Park Place #7. This condo is ideally located and is within walking distance or golf cart ride to the beach and one of Boca Grande’s landmarks, The Temptation.

This package includes:

  • One week stay at 2 bedroom condo
  • Gift certificate for a one-week golf cart rental (est. value $300)
  • $100 gift certificate to The Temptation

Generously Donated by:

  • Suzanne Fugate
  • WRC Board of Directors

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” bid $3,000.

LABOR DAY 2019 ON AMI

Spend August 31st-September 7th, 2019 lounging at the beach! You will be staying in a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath condo at Umbrella Beach Resort steps from the gulf.

This package includes:

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $2,000.

GETAWAYS

Ski Tahoe! One week at the Ridge Resort in Lake Tahoe

Nestled on a spectacular Sierra Nevada ridge above Lake Tahoe, and overlooking the breathtaking and beautiful Carson Valley, The Ridge Tahoe is perfect for family vacations or romantic getaways. This package includes a one week stay in a 2 bedroom condominium.

Generously donated by:

  • Reba and Tony Rogers

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $3,000.

Aloha! A Week in Hawaii

Spend a week in a 2 bedroom condo that sleeps 6 on Kauai. Kauai is nicknamed “the Garden Isle” thanks to the tropical rainforest covering most of its surface.

Included in this package:

  • One week stay at the Cliffs of Princeville-Reservations must be made for February or March 2019.
  • 100,000 American Airlines Miles

Generously Donated by:

  • Laurie Lawrence
  • American Airlines

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” bid $5,000.

Napa Valley Exclusive Wine Tasting Experience

Enjoy some of the best wines Napa Valley has to offer! This package includes $1,000 visa gift card to help with your travel expenses. Once in Napa you will have private wine tastings at the following:
– Far Niente
– Lola – California vineyard with local connections
– Schramsberg Vineyards
– Marryvale Vineyards
– Domain Chandon

A great way to remember this amazing trip is when you are sipping wine from your crystal champagne flutes from Tiffany & Co. (also included is a Tiffany & Co. crystal ice bucket).

Included in the package:

  • Wine tasting for 4 at all of the wineries
  • $1,000 Visa gift card

Generously Donated by:

  • Susan Geary & Jim Templeton

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $4,000.

LOCAL LOVE

Original Artwork by Karen Barber

Karen Barber is an Artist and Interior Designer. Her work is available in galleries in Los Angeles, CA and locally at Lyteworks.

This stunning original, acrylic on canvas is 40″X40″. More photos of this piece are available upon request.

Generously donated by:

  • Karen Barber

To purchase this item now and take is off the “market” place a bid for $1,000.

Mote Marine Behind the Scenes

Join the Director of Education for an exclusive presentation of Mote Marine’s world-renowned research into marine biology.  You will also get a sneak peek at the future of MOTE and their state of the art facility at Benderson Park. Finish with a bite to eat on the water at Dry Dock Waterfront Grill.

Included in the package:

  • Tour of Mote for 8 people
  • $100 Gift Certificate to Dry Dock
  • Basket from Mote Marine.

Generously Donated by: Mote Marine

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $1,000.

Fish with Legendary Fisherman Captain Scott Moore

Capt. Scott Moore is widely recognized as the finest snook-fishing guide in the world. He is one of the guides that perfected the techniques of snook fishing with live bait in the late 70′s and early 80′s. He has been fishing for over 50 years and has been a guide for over 30 years. He also co-authored a book on snook fishing entitled “Capt. Scott Moore’s Snook Fishing Secrets.”

  • This package includes a half day fishing trip with Captain Scott Moore

Generously donated by

  • Captain Scott Moore

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $1,500.

Girls Day Out OR Family Friendly Day with a Firefighter

Join the Southern Manatee Fire District at Station 1 with Lieutenant Dustin Daughtrey and fellow firefighters during their A Shift.

This package includes a tour of the fire station and the fire trucks where you will learn what being a firefighter is all about! Finish your tour with a special dinner with the firefighters at the station.

Generously donated by:

  • Lt. Dustin Daughtrey
  • Southern Manatee Fire District 1

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $1,000.

A Boating Date with Captain Mike Adams

Spend a day on the water with Captain Mike Adams and his First Mate, Mike Carter. We can guarantee a memorable experience for you and your friends/family.

Where you go will depend on the time of year, the weather, and your personal preference. Some of the places/things we love the best:

  • Trip up the Manatee River to Old Florida.
  • Bar Hopping down the intercostal to the best island hideaway
  • A lap around Egmont Key
  • Partying among the sandbars at Longboat pass

This package is for 6 people and includes the boat, fuel, lunch and adult beverages…the stories are free!

Generously donated by:

  • Captain Mike Adams and Mike Carter

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $1,800.

SPORTS FANS

Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training VIP Experience

Invite 9 of your friends or colleagues to enjoy a Pirates spring training game in the City of Bradenton’s box hosted by Mayor Wayne Poston at LECOM field.  Before the game, enjoy a behind the scenes tour led by Bradenton’s Sr. Director of Florida and Dominican Operations, Jeff Podobnik.  Ballpark cuisine including beer, soft drinks, and water included.

Generously donated by Mayor Wayne Poston and Pittsburgh Pirates

$500 STARTING BID. To purchase this experience now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $1,500.

Calling Gator Nation: Enjoy the Suite Life!

4 tickets in a Bull Gator suite to a 2019 Gator Home Game on September 28th, 2019.

Generously donated by Tom and Leanne O’Brien

$750 STARTING BID. To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” bid $1,500.

Lightning Strikes! Luxury Suite Tampa Bay Lightning Tickets

Two (2) tickets to the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Vegas Knights on Tuesday, February 5th. This package includes two tickets to the BMO Harris Bank Suite, food, adult beverages and transportation to and from Amalie Arena.

Generously Donated by:

  • BMO Harris Bank: Mandy Quinones, Branch Manager and Jeffrey Schmidt, Senior Private Banker
  • A Chauffeur for 4 U

$800 STARTING BID. To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $1,500.

EPICUREAN

BBQ in “The Grove” with the Rices and Gigliottis

Experience the best of old Florida at Joe and Debbie Gigliotti’s ranch in East County. Carol and John Rice will be joining Joe and Debbie as hosts for your BBQ.

This package is for 12 people and dates are to be coordinated with your hosts.

Generously Donated by:

  • Joe & Debbie Gigliotti
  • Carol & John Rice

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $2,500.

Interactive Cooking Class with Chef Harry Christensen

Enjoy a private interactive cooking class with Chef Harry Christensen proprietor of Harry’s Continental Kitchens at Bradenton’s newest lush tropical getaway, Mike & Jaymie Carters. This class is for 10 people and includes all the food and adult beverages.

Generously Donated by:

  • Harry & Lynn Christensen
  • Mike & Jaymie Carter

To purchase this package now and take it off the “market” place a bid for $2,500.

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