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SUMMARY:For The Forest Fundraiser & Silent Auction
URL:http://www.harbourliving.ca/event/for-the-forest-fundraiser-silent-auction/
LOCATION:Argyle Attic :: Upstairs, 777 Courtney St Victoria, V8W 1G3
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Enjoy an evening of mixing and mingling at the cozy Argyle Attic restaurant. Artists and businesses from around Victoria, the Gulf Islands, and as far north as Whitehorse, Yukon are collaborating to support the conservation and environmental education efforts of The Galiano Conservancy Association. Proceeds from the For the Forest Silent Auction are supporting The Galiano Conservancy Association’s land acquisition campaign.=0D=0A=
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Sunday, November 25th, 2012 doors open at 5pm=0D=0A=
Argyle Attic, Upstairs, 777 Courtney St. Victoria BC Canada V8W 1G3=0D=0A=
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Silent Auction items will showcase local artwork by Keith Holmes, Larry Foden, Brian Mitchell and Leela Ford, adventure tours by Muktuk Adventures, 4-person boat excursions to Wallace Island Marine Provincial Park, kayak trips, music lessons by Felicia Harding, and a romantic getaway on Galiano Island by Serenity by the Sea, and more. The purpose of the silent auction is to raise funds for the creation of conservation areas and to raise awareness about imperiled Coastal Douglas-fir ecosystems.=0D=0A=
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All proceeds support the Galiano Conservancy Association.=0D=0A=
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Ken Millard, Director, conservancy@galianoconservancy.ca - 250-539-2424=0D=0A=
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Galiano Conservancy Website: http://www.galianoconservancy.ca/=0D=0A=
Online donations can also be made through the Canada Helps: http://www.canadahelps.org/CharityProfilePage.aspx?CharityID=s57803=0D=0A=
Argyle Attic Website: http://www.argyleattic.com/=0D=0A=
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/394062600660670/=0D=0A=
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Special thanks to our contributing artists and supportive businesses.=0D=0A=
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Some of the Silent Auction Items are listed below:=0D=0A=
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Item #1: Dog-sledding Adventure with MukTuk Tours =0D=0A=
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Come up north to the Yukon, Canada and go dog sledding with Yukon Quest record holder Frank Turner and his team! Visit www.muktuk.com for more information!=0D=0A=
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Item #2: Romantic B&B Stay on Galiano Island=0D=0A=
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This package includes a fantastic two day vacation for 2 at the Serenity by the Sea B&B on Galiano Island, British Columbia. Includes two night lodging for two people and a complimentary couple’s breakfast. Donated by Serenity by the Sea, http://www.serenitybythesea.com/.=0D=0A=
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Item #3: Artwork by Brian Mitchell=0D=0A=
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The painting "Red Bush" is 24 x 24, Oil on Canvas and is valued at $1,600. Brian Mitchell is an exceptional artist who resides on Galiano, Island. Donated by Brian Mitchell.=0D=0A=
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Item #4: Artwork by Larry Foden=0D=0A=
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The painting, “When Henry Met Dali, is a 10 x 15 acrylic on paper and is valued at $800. Larry is an amazing artist who resides on Galiano, Island. Donated by Larry Foden.=0D=0A=
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Item #5: Artwork by Keith Holmes =0D=0A=
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Keith Holme's is a wonderful artist who resides on Galiano. His art titled "Ridge-top Firs" is valued at $300. Donated by Keith Holmes=0D=0A=
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Item #6: Artwork by Leela Ford=0D=0A=
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Leela Ford's "Salal at Night" is Watercolour and Gouache on Paper, 5 1/2 x 7 inches. This piece is valued at $150. www.leelaford.com=0D=0A=
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Item #7: Kayak Rentals from @Ocean River Sports=0D=0A=
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Spend an afternoon on the water with your favourite person with this 3 hour kayak or paddleboard rental for 2 from Ocean River Sports in Victoria. Valued at $100. www.oceanriver.com=0D=0A=
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Item #8: A Package of Two Vocal/Music Lessons from Felicia Harding=0D=0A=
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Two voice lessons with the extremely talented Victoria-born singer/songwriter Felicia Harding. Valued at $90. http://www.linkedin.com/in/feliciaharding=0D=0A=
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Item #9: 4 Person Boat Excursion to Wallace Island=0D=0A=
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Package includes travel from Retreat Cove on Galiano to Wallace Island Marine Provincial Park via Swanstar, a 32-foot Nordic Tug. Spend time exploring, canoeing, walking, and picnicking around Wallace Island with friends. Valued at $60/person. Donated by Robin and Jillian Ridington.
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