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Girls Night Out on September 10 won't be the only opportunity to party with your friends. Thanks to our wonderful supporters and donors, we'll offer trips, retreats, spa days and other activities during live and silent auctions. So gather up your group of girlfriends, pool your resources, and prepare to bid on these great items:

• LIVE AUCTION ITEMS
• SILENT AUCTION ITMES
• Fine Art
• Personal Services
• Food and Fun
  

Designer Bead Party: A party for four friends to create a designer necklace with bead artist Carol Salomon. Enjoy a gourmet lunch or dinner with wine in Carol's home followed by an experience in her beading studio, where each guest will create a one-of-a-kind necklace. You will be surrounded by beads collected from around the world – precious and semi-precious beads, unique clasps, and an array of unexpected elements. Carol will guide you through the process with stunning results and promises that you will leave with a truly distinctive work of art. Donated by Carol Salomon. Value $800. Opening bid, $200.

Glacier Club Condo and Four Rounds of Golf: A one-night stay for four people in a beautifully decorated Glacier Club Condo just north of Durango. Enjoy four rounds of golf at one of the nation's best mountain courses. Surrounded by glacially striated cliffs and mountain peaks that rise more than 14,000 feet in elevation, this course offers hundreds of feet of elevation changes, natural streams, lakes, pines, aspen groves and meadows, along with an occasional eagle, elk or deer. Dates subject to availability. Donated by the Glacier Club. Value $1,200. Opening bid, $300.

Hawaiian Condo: Enjoy a seven-night stay on the Kohala Coast on the Big Island at the Mauna Lani Resort. The townhouse features three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a large master suite on the ground floor, a spacious lanai with built-in grill, modern kitchen and laundry. Just a five-minute drive to the Mauna Lani Golf Course and Beach Club. Blackout dates are Oct. 23-Nov. 3, 2010; Feb. 19-March 26, 2011. Reservation dates must be mutually agreed upon by owner and purchaser of this package. Donated by Terry Bacon and Debra Parmenter. Value $2,800. Opening bid, $500.

Aspen Condo: Six people can enjoy this beautiful two-level, three-bedroom, two-bath townhouse for three nights. Situated two blocks from the gondola and facing the ski mountain, the townhouse is newly remodeled with new furniture, gas fireplace, private balcony, fully equipped kitchen, and on-site parking. Available dates are Sept. 7 to Nov. 24, 2010, or May 1 to June 10, 2011. Donated by Richard Hirsch. Value $950. Opening bid, $300.

Sutcliffe Vineyards Luncheon: Lunch for 12 at the beautiful Sutcliffe Vineyards in McElmo Canyon, nestled between the Sleeping Ute and towering Battle Rock. Dine with winemaker John Sutcliffe while you and your party enjoy a five-course lunch with three of Sutcliffe's extraordinary wines. Whenever possible, all food served is either grown or raised on the farm. In addition, all wine purchased that day will be offered at a 15 percent discount. Good through October 2011. Donated by John Sutcliffe. Opening bid, $150.

Every Woman is an Extraordinary Woman Retreat: An extraordinary getaway for four friends focusing on discovering the inner beauty and uniqueness of one another. Lots of fun and reflection. This package includes two nights, double occupancy, at a stunning home on quiet acreage only 15 minutes from downtown Santa Fe, most meals, and a facilitated retreat with Victoria FittsMilgrim and Mindy Stern Meiering. Victoria is director of True Life Coaching and Retreats and has been coaching and leading transformational, fun retreats for women for 10 years. Mindy is a Certified Life and Retreat Coach and founder of Bridges Coaching. Since 2004, she has been leading nurturing and transformational retreats for women on the verge of burnout (and breakthrough!). Donated by Victoria FittsMilgrim and Mindy Stern Meiering. 

Cabin in Carmel Valley: Chill in a secluded cabin in Carmel Valley, California. The two-bedroom, one-bath cabin sleeps four. It's a perfect package for those who want to enjoy a vacation "off the beaten path." Great hiking and jeep trails, right next to the Ventana Wilderness Area. Donated by Paul and Liz Cahill.

SILENT AUCTION – Fine Art

Hand-Carved Leather Day-Timer: Expertly hand-carved, leather day timer with compartments for cards, notes, finished with rings that hold traditional day-timer insert. 5.5" x 7.5". Donated by Lisa and Loren Skyhorse. Minimum bid, $50. www.skyhorsesaddles.com.

Hand-Beaded Necklace: Amethyst, faceted quartz, and fused glass are hand-beaded with a 14-carat gold clasp. Designed and donated by Emily McCardle. Minimum bid, $40.

Earrings: Hand-crafted Native American earrings with seven coral stones set in sterling silver. Donted by Sandra LeFevre and Red Canyon Jewelry. Retail value, $375. Minimum bid, $75.

Krista Harris Originals: Two, original 6"x6" acrylic-on-canvas, contemporary paitings. Donated by Krista Harris. Value $400. Minimum bid, $100. www.kristaharris.com.

Handbag: This needle-felted, oversized handbag features a cream-colored background with bright flowers and fuchsia lining. Handcrafted by Mary Ervin. Donated by Knit Happens – Mary Ervin. Retail value $85. Minimum bid, $20.

Kyla Jackson Photography: Celebrate women through the power of photography with your own personal photo shoot. More than just picture-taking, this unique experience will reflect the essence of you as an individual and will create an artistic memory. Donated by Kyla Jackson Photography. Value $400. Minimum bid, $100. www.kylajacksonphoto.com.

Asian Art Box: Original and unique, this Asian art box is covered with calligraphy paper from an antique Japanese accounting log, embellished with rustic turquoise stones, beads and bamboo. Donated by Deborah Gorton. Value, $300. Minimum bid, $50. www.deborahgorton.com.

Handcrafted Quilt: Only one of its kind, this quilt was inspired by artist Penny Haney's first trip to Africa – the sunsets, the clear blue sky, the entertaining animals and the beautiful people. Quilt pattern is a contemporary bargello design. AFRICAN DREAMS by Penny Haney. Size: 76: x 88." Donated by Penny Haney. Minimum bid, $350.

Karyn Gabaldon Original Painting: Our Journey Continues, a 12" x 16" acrylic-on-canvas original by Durango artist Karyn Gabaldon. Donated by Karyn Gabaldon. Value $600. Minimum bid, $100.

RAKU Jar: Original pottery jar by artist Jon Oakes. Donated by Nikki and Charlie Massieon in memory of their mother, Inie Masseion. Value, $60. Minimum bid, $10.

Victorian Dresser: Beautiful three-tiered, Victorian walnut dresser with marble tops. See photo at right. Recently listed for sale at the Durango Antique Market for $3,000. You can see the dresser in person at the Antique Market, 600 E. Second Ave. Donated by Walter Johnson. Minimum bid, $450.

Personal Services:

Michael Keith Design Group: Perfect for the woman who's getting ready to build or remodel her dream home. Seven hours of consulting and design services with the Michael Keith Design Group, an international design firm from New York City. Package includes consultation with client or contractor, research and selection of furniture, paint, etc., at designer cost plus; design of room layout, kitchen, baths and much, much more. Donated by Michael Keith Design Group. Retail value, $2,100. Minimum bid, $350.

24/7 Fitness Solutions: Your solution to a healthier life style. A three-month memberhip to 24/7 Fitness Solutions. You'll have access to state-of-the-art equipment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year in downtown Durango. Donated by Fitness Solutions. Value $230. Minimum bid, $50.

Core Value Fitness Center: Core Value Fitness – more than a fitness center. This package includes a one-month membership for unlimited classes as well as three, one-hour personal training sessions with a certified and experienced personal trainer. Donated by Core Value Fitness Center. Value $300. Minimum bid, $50.

Hair Fusion: A day of pampering for two at Hair Fusion, including wine and lunch. Beauty package includes an hour facial, an hour massage, a spa manicure and pedicure, a style blow dry and makeup application. Donated by Hair Fusion. Value $625. Minimum bid, $75.

Animas Eye Care: The professionals at Animas Eye Care will provide you with a comprehensive, state-of-the-art eye examination and frames from their optical boutique. Animas Eye Care carries designers such as Lindberg, Face a Face, Evel, Oliver Peoples, Robert Marc, Oakley, Pro Design, ic berlin, and Prada. Donated by Animas Eye Care. Expires March 10, 2011. Value $1,000. Minimum bid, $300.

Durango Dermatology: A treatment package that will keep your skin looking healthy and beautiful. Includes a series of five microdermabrasions, a Clarisonic Pro Skin Care System, an Opal Sonic Infusion System, and a Visia Photo Skin Analysis. Donated by Durango Dermatology. Value $875. Minimum bid, $300.

Blue Lake Ranch Day Retreat: Blue Lake Ranch has long been famous for its lodging; now it can provide meeting and dining space for guests. Come out and see what an incredible space they offer for small- to medium-sized groups. Buy this package and receive an all-day meeting space (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) for up to eight people. Includes all-day coffee and beverage service, morning and afternoon snacks, and a delicious lunch. This is a perfect off-site location to hold your next company meeting, board meeting or retreat.