Event:For All to Hear: Signature Concert and Auction
Organizer:Pacific Opera Victoria
event website
event website
Location:Baumann Centre
925 Balmoral Road
Victoria BC
925 Balmoral Road
Victoria BC
Date:Saturday Jun 15, 2024
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM PDT
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM PDT
Cost:Online Auction Only - Free!
Contact:Sandy Grayson
(250) 382-1641
(250) 382-1641
As one of Victoria’s leading arts organizations, Pacific Opera Victoria has a long history of supporting emerging artists. This season, Pacific Opera is hosting a special fundraising event on June 15, 2024 at the Baumann Centre: For All to Hear – a concert and auction benefitting emerging artists in our Citizen Artist Residency Program. Our event will feature the final signature concert of our artist residents along with a wonderful auction, cocktail reception, and artist meet-and-greet. Tickets are $100 with a $50 tax receipt.
| Cash Appeals | Our Goal | |
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 | Community Programs & Projects Your donation directly supports Pacific Opera Victoria's mission to enhance public access to opera, foster community cohesion, and provide educational resources to engage diverse audiences. Donations support programs such as Coloratura - free programs in residential and care facilities, Ticket Access Program - providing free tickets to community partner organizations, Pop-Up Opera - featuring outdoor performances by emerging artists throughout the community and Living Opera - free in-class workshops for students in grades 3-8. Join us in celebrating the power of music and the arts to inspire, connect, and enrich lives by donating now. |
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| Auction Items | Value | |
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| For All to Hear: Signature Concert and Auction | ||
PRICELESS | ||
 | Star Gazing Party Date and time to be arranged with Dr. Schieven for a clear evening in Fall 2024. Priceless! Donated By Dominion Astrophysical Observatory and by Friends of the DAO | Priceless! |
 | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Private Tour The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria has been building an art collection for almost 70 years. It showcases contemporary art, significant works produced in this region, and art that represents our histories. Value: Priceless Priceless! Donated By Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | Priceless! |
 | Exclusive Zambri's Dinner with our Artistic Team  Peter Zambri and his Chef Julia Macinnis from Zambri’s will prepare a multi course Italian-inspired meal at Zambri’s or at Peter’s house! for you and up to six guests. Wine included! The winning bidder will arrange a time, date, and location with Peter. Valued at $250 per person. Priceless! Donated By Zambri's | Priceless! |
 | Close Encounter with the Raptors Also includes a $50 gift certificate for brunch at Brunch on 3rd! in Duncan. Gift card expires 2/6/25 Priceless! Donated By The Raptors | Priceless! |
OPERA LOVERS | ||
 | The Little Prince: A Magical Opera Afterwards go on an exclusive and informative tour backstage to see where all the magic happens! Includes a hardcover, collector's edition of The Little Prince. Six "C" price tickets to The Little Prince Matinee Feb 23, 2025. Value: $582 30 minute Backstage Tour for six. Value: priceless The Little Prince collector's edition hardcover book. Value: $35 Valued at $620 Donated By Pacific Opera Victoria | $620 |
 | An Evening with Barbara Hannigan & Bertrand Chamayou  Two "A" price tickets to Barbara Hannigan Luminary Series Performance + VIP Meet & Greet reception. Monday, December 2, 2024. Value: $260 One night stay for two in The Danzo Suite at Hotel Rialto, parking included. Hotel Rialto is a heritage boutique hotel with an Italian flair. The Palms Inspired Kitchen and Cocktails—one of the top restaurant and lounges in the city—is just through the lobby and ready to surprise and entertain your palate. Expires April 30, 2025. Includes $100 for The Palms. Value: $850 Valued at $1,110 Donated By | $1,110 |
 | An Evening with Lawrence Brownlee Lawrence Brownlee is a leading figure in opera, both as a singer on the world’s top stages, and as a voice for activism and diversity in the industry. He has been hailed as “an international star in the bel canto operatic repertory” (The New York Times), “one of the world’s leading bel canto stars” (The Guardian), and “one of the most in-demand opera singers in the world today” (NPR). Two "A" price tickets to Lawrence Brownlee + VIP Meet & Greet reception. Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Value: $260 One night stay for two in The Superior King Room at Hotel Rialto, parking included. Hotel Rialto is a heritage boutique hotel with an Italian flair. The Palms Inspired Kitchen and Cocktails—one of the top restaurant and lounges in the city—is just through the lobby and ready to surprise and entertain your palate. Expires Apr 30, 2025. Includes $100 for The Palms. Value: $500 Valued at $760 Donated By | $760 |
 | Vancouver Opera: Die Fledermaus Two complimentary tickets in the Mezzanine section to one of the following Vancouver Opera performances at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre: Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 7:30PM OR Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 2:00PM. Tickets redeemable after July 1, 2024. Valued at $380 Donated By Vancouver Opera | $380 |
 | Seattle Opera: Jubilee Discover Seattle with FRS Clipper Vacations! Walk onboard the high-speed ferry the Victoria Clipper V and arrive in Seattle, WA in less than 3 hours. Roundtrip ferry transportation for two guests seated in Comfort Class. Valid anytime until end of year, 12/31/2024 Value approximately $800.00. Two tickets to one performance of "Jubilee" at McCaw Hall in October 2024. Dates: October 12, 13*, 16, 19, 20*, 25, 2024 All performances at 7:30 PM except for *Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM. Reserve tickets before September 30/24. Not long after Emancipation and the end of the Civil War, the historic Fisk Jubilee Singers came together and changed music forever. Telling the story of the ensemble's early members, this opera—which includes over 40 spirituals—follows them on their first tours, raising funds for the fledgling Fisk University and spreading their music around the world. From threats of violence to a pivotal performance for Queen Victoria, the singers share their personal histories through powerful vignettes full of humor, heartbreak, and hope. This newly orchestrated ensemble opera by renowned writer and director Tazewell Thompson (Blue ’22) features 13 singers performing spirituals such as “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” “Balm In Gilead,” “Deep River,” “Go Down, Moses,” “On Ma Journey Now,” “Wade In The Water,” “Steal Away,” “Didn’t My Lord Deliver Daniel,” and many more. Value: $412.00 Valued at $1,212 Donated By | $1,212 |
 | Die Walküre wooden puzzle Valued at $125 Donated By Puzzle Lab | $125 |
 | Stiches in Time: Opera Design Fabrics Fabric Value: $150 Gala Fabrics is a family-run business passed down through three generations, showcasing beautiful fabrics from around the world – guaranteed to satisfy modern sewing needs. Gift Card Value: $50 Valued at $200 Donated By | $200 |
GETAWAYS | ||
 | Sail Away with Holland America Welcome to Holland America Line, the cruise line dedicated to explorers, foodies, and music lovers. You can choose any Alaska, Canada & New England, Caribbean, or Mexico Cruise for two (same stateroom) up to seven days in length. Cruise certificates have no expiration date. Value approximately $5000 CAN. (Based on $1,849.00 USD average price per person.) Valued at $5,000 Donated By Holland America | $5,000 |
 | Aloha! Hawaii 2025 One week's stay (6 nights) in a deluxe condo for two at Hilton Waikōloa Village Resort in 2025. Located on the sunny, scenic Kohala Coast, this oceanfront resort offers a taste of the island life full of culture, poolside relaxation, and a chance to meet marine wildlife up close. Details: *Available January - June 2025 for 1 week for two guests *Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, full kitchen, dining area and living area with a TV, air conditioning, washer & drier. *Can accommodate four guests in comfort! (Flights for two guests included in package.) *Fully furnished *Free Parking *Swimming pool *Views of the golf course and ocean from the garden. *Booking: prefer to have visitors arrive and depart on Saturdays. Booking can only be done in 2025. Value: $2,350 Air Canada airmiles included. Value: $1,650 Car rental not included. Valued at $4,000 | $4,000 |
 | Courtenay Adventure May 2025 If you love whales, dolphins, kayaking, camping, fishing and the great outdoors, then this adventure with Grey Wolf Expeditions is the right trip for you! Value: $2089 Old House Hotel has it all: location; spacious, individually designed suites; inviting amenities such as kitchenettes and fireplaces; full-service spa. Stay is for one night in a bedroom suite with king bed, full kitchen, gas fireplace & access to heated outdoor pool & hot tub. Not valid Saturdays or holidays*, Dec 20 - Jan 1 or July/Aug. *Can be used with the May long weekend Grey Wolf Experience by special request! Value: $400 Il Falcone Restaurant: 5 Course Chef's Dinner. Italian-inspired contemporary cooking that celebrates the produce and products of the Comox Valley. Value: $250 Valued at $2,740 | $2,740 |
 | West Coast Experience Package includes three nights for two guests in a deluxe guest room. Excludes statutory holidays, Valentine's weekend, and Jan closure; valid October 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025. Value: $2350 Jamie's Whaling Station gift card for two: whale or bear watching excursion departing from Tofino or Ucluelet, no expiry date. Value: $342 Tofino Distillery: tasting flights for two, no expiry date. Certified Organic spirits. Value: $30 Valued at $2,725 | $2,725 |
 | Air North Bucket List Trip for Two  Package Includes: Air North, Yukon’s Airline - Return Trip For Two to Whitehorse from Victoria, Vancouver or Kelowna. Valid for travel from June 15, 2024 to June 14, 2025. Blackout Dates Apply: June 19-23, 2024 | June 28-July 2, 2024| August 15-19, 2024 | August 30-September 3, 2024 | October 11-14, 2024 | November 10-12, 2024 | December 7, 2024-January 10, 2025| March 6-9, 14-16, 20-24, 2025 | April 18-21, 2025 | May 15-19, 2025 | June 19-23, 2025 NVD Northern Vision Hotels - Two Night stay in a Deluxe Room for two guests at any NVD hotel in the Yukon Expires December 31, 2025 Subject to availability. Blackout dates apply. No extensions. Northern Tales Aurora Viewing for Two: Enjoy the spectacular and mystical Northern Lights in the Yukon! Northern Lights viewing activities take place outside the city. A heated, cozy cabin or wall tent is available for your comfort. Hot drinks and snacks are provided. Valid August 18th, 2024 - April 1st, 2025 Valued at $2,500 Donated By Air North & NVD Yukon Hotels | $2,500 |
 | Getaway to Sooke! Valid until June 15, 2025 Not valid long weekends May - September Value: $250 Wild Mountain Dinners: West Coast Canadian Cuisine reflecting the harvest & season. Gift card value: $250 Electronic gift card will be emailed to bid winner. Wild Mountain Dinners donor: anonymous (photo credit Scout Magazine) Valued at $500 Donated By Prestige Oceanfront Resort | $500 |
 | Sidney by the Sea Expires December 30, 2024 Blackout dates: not available for use June - Aug, holidays, or long weekends. Valued at $250 Donated By Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa | $250 |
DATE NIGHTS | ||
 | Date Night: At the Opera 1 Two "A" price tickets to a 24/25 Pacific Opera Victoria performance. Value: $380 Chateau Victoria's Beds & Bennys Package is one night's accommodation in a one bedroom suite, parking included. Upon arrival guests are given a $50 gift card to use in the restaurant (expires June 30, 2025.) No blackout dates but subject to availability with limited Friday and Saturday evenings. Value: $575 Valued at $955 Donated By | $955 |
 | Date Night: At the Opera 2 Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio: dinner for two. Value: $150.00 Two "A" price tickets to a 24/25 Pacific Opera Victoria performance. Value: $400 Hotel Grand Pacific: one night's stay in a Victoria Guest Room, including parking. Not valid May 1 - Sept 30, expires June 30/25. Value: $305 Total package value: $855 Valued at $855 | $855 |
 | Date Night: Inner Harbour R & R HAVN Saunas: hydrotherapy circuit and wellness experience. Two single entry passes. Value: $175 10 Acres Bistro gift card value: $100 Union Club: One night stay in a harbour-view suite for two people with breakfast in the McGregor Lounge. Expires November 30, 2024. Value: $400 Valued at $675 Donated By | $675 |
 | Date Night: Oak Bay Luxury One night in Ocean View Guestroom includes complimentary parking and wifi, mineral pools, sauna, and fitness studio. The perfect combination of classic Manor House-inspired architecture and modern in-suite amenities, each room features thoughtfully designed décor and furnishings, cozy fireplaces, air-conditioning and floor-to-ceiling windows. With custom pillow-top mattresses, spa-inspired bathrooms, luxurious bathrobes, and flat-screen HD TVs, you’ll have everything you need to truly unwind. Valid October 2, 2024 - May 31, 2025. Not valid statutory holidays, long weekends, New Year's Eve, Valentine's Day, or Mother's Day. Value: $700 Valued at $700 Donated By Oak Bay Beach Hotel | $700 |
 | Date Night: Dance Victoria One night's stay for two in the Penthouse Suite, breakfast included. Expires April 30, 2025. Not valid statutory holidays or long weekends. DoubleTree by Hilton value: $1100, includes $100 at the Humboldt bar. Dance Victoria: Two Category "A" tickets to Dance Victoria’s presentation of A.I.M by Kyle Abraham. A.I.M is galvanized by Black culture and history, and grounded in a conglomeration of unique perspectives. Abraham describes his work as a “post-modern gumbo” of movement exploration. Royal Theatre Friday, November 15, 2024 at 7:30 PM. Value: $199 Wind Cries Mary: "Coastal cabin food for modern times." Value: $250 Electronic gift card will be emailed to winner. Anonymous Donor Valued at $1,650 Donated By | $1,650 |
 | Date Night: Elements Casino Get there in style with LA Limousines! Elements Casino gift basket includes dinner for two with free play for a night out of entertainment and fun. Value: $250 LA Limousines gift voucher valued at $200. Valued at $450 Donated By | $450 |
 | Date Night: Queer Theatre + Bar The full festival lineup and schedule will be available online at intrepidtheatre.com in November. A 3-Show Pass is valid for three tickets to any one show or combination of shows at the festival and is valued at $70. Head to Leopold's Tavern, your friendly neighbourhood bar before or after the show! Value: $100 Valued at $170 Donated By | $170 |
 | Date Night: All That Jazz June 26, 2024 DoubleTree by Hilton: One night's stay for two in the Penthouse Suite, breakfast for two included. Drinks at the Humboldt Bar. Expiry Apr 30, 2025 Not valid statutory holidays or long weekends. DoubleTree by Hilton value: $1100, includes $100 at the Humboldt bar. Jazzfest Tickets: Twin Bill Take 6 & Morgan James Ten time GRAMMY award-winning super vocal group Take 6 are the model for vocal genius: these six virtuosic voices harmonize against a backdrop of syncopated rhythms, innovative arrangements, and an intoxicating brew of funk, gospel, jazz, R&B, and pop. Singer/songwriter Morgan James has performed internationally with viral sensation Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox, and through her unique and varied career, she has established herself as a touring, vocal powerhouse. Complimentary tickets for two June 26, 2024 at the Royal Theatre Donated by the Royal and McPherson Theatres Society Value: $170 Valued at $1,370 | $1,370 |
JUST FOR KIDS | ||
 | Klippan of Sweden wool blanket Klippan blankets are tightly woven using the Jacquard technique, creating a double layer of fleece with mirrored patterns on each side. This exceptionally strong and durable fabric is dense yet lofty. Quality and design in perfect harmony. Klippan is a Swedish family-run business established in 1879. Known for having the highest quality blankets and throws by using only pure, traceable fibre, all blankets and throws are fully produced in the Klippan factory. Klippan sources lambswool from New Zealand which is fully traceable back to the individual farmer. Approximate Size: 90 cm x 130 cm / 35" x 51" 100% Eco Lambswool Hand wash or dry clean only. Valued at $200 Donated By Beehive Wool Shop | $200 |
 | Butler Brothers Sandbox Includes digger to get you started! Valued at $1,000 Donated By Butler Concrete & Aggregates | $1,000 |
 | Just For Kids Flying Squirrel: Two one hour jump passes, expires January 25, 2025. Value: $50 Butterfly Gardens: "Fun One-Day Family Pass" Value: $100 Victoria Bug Zoo: Two admit two passes, not valid July/ August. Value: $80 Valued at $150 | $150 |
LOCAL LOVE | ||
 | Gift of Music Valued at $50 Donated By Long & McQuade | $50 |
 | Milner Gardens & Woodland This fabulous deal includes: - a one year household membership - four passes for the Camellia Tea Room - two guest passes for the gardens Valued at $165 Donated By Milner Gardens and Woodland | $165 |
 | Butchart Gardens Valued at $185 Donated By Butchart Gardens | $185 |
 | Funky Fernwood Belfry Theatre: "With love, from scratch, and with some of the country's best theatre artists, we build, rehearse and create our plays in our own home, a renovated 19th century church in Fernwood - Victoria's most interesting neighbourhood". Two tickets to any mainstage series production in the 24-25 season. Value $110 Little June Cafe:"Nestled in the heart of Fernwood Square, Little June café is the place to go for an early morning breakfast with a smile or an afternoon espresso with your fresh made sandwich". Three x $20 gift cards Value: $60 Cream Life & Style: "Vintage, handmade and mindful goods. Bringing an eclectic vibe to Fernwood in Victoria, BC. The best place to shop for gifts, home decor and vintage". Value: $50 Valued at $270 | $270 |
 | Puzzle Lab: Peacock Reverie Artwork: "Bloom" by Nell Ayotte Details This heirloom-quality wood jigsaw puzzle contains precisely 229 line-cut pieces and was crafted on Vancouver Island in BC, Canada. Dimensions Piece Count: 229 Size: 11" x 14" Difficulty: 🌶🌶🌶 Thickness: 1/4" Material: UV print on 5-ply poplar wood Made in Canada wood jigsaw puzzles Valued at $125 Donated By Puzzle Lab | $125 |
 | Cozy Up Package Stay cozy in a Bronte by Moon Ruana Wrap, made from the highest quality New Zealand merino lambswool for an exceptionally soft hand. Milled, dyed, and woven in the historic Bronte by Moon mill in Yorkshire, England, founded in 1837. Produced with the highest standards of sustainability, from the care of the sheep who produce the wool to the focus on green energy and zero-waste initiatives at the mill itself. • Approximate size: 145 x 185 cm / 56 x 74" • Approximate weight: 675 g / 1.7 lbs • 100% Merino Lambswool • Dry clean only Donated by Beehive Wool Shop Value: $160 Bolen Books is the largest single-location independent bookstore in Western Canada. Well known as a general interest bookstore with large sections dedicated to kids books, science fiction, cooking, travel, fiction & mystery, but our store doesn’t stop at books! We also boast one of Victoria’s most popular selections of puzzles and board games. Value: $25 A Perfect cup of Tea: Special Teas gift bag with sample teas, tea mug, strainer, spoon, and tea towel. Value: $100 Valued at $285 | $285 |
 | Seven Brides for Seven Brothers By local bestselling author Kathleen Lawless Lawless blames a misspent youth watching Rawhide, Maverick, and Bonanza for her fascination with cowboys, which led her to develop a wide variety of interests and occupations for her many alpha male heroes. Complete set of seven books, includes horseshoe book stand. Valued at $125 Donated By Kathleen Lawless | $125 |
 | Birthday Bash package Postcard Pint from Cold Comfort Ice Cream Create any flavour of ice cream you would like! Cold Comfort will then deliver a pint of this ice cream to your door (in Victoria). Value: $40 Twyla's Flower Farm gift certificate for a hand-tied bouquet to be picked up at the flower studio when wanted, expires October 31, 2024 Value: $85 Make life sweeter with a cake and gift bag from La Roux Patisserie! Value: $75 One bottle of Three Finger Jack Old Vine Zinfandel. Value: $25 Donated by Board and Trustees of Pacific Opera Victoria Bon Macaron Gift Card $25.00 Valued at $250 Donated By Cold Comfort Ice Cream | $250 |
 | The Modern Mercantile Value $175.00 Valued at $175 Donated By The Modern Mercantile | $175 |
 | Cashmere Blanket Value: $1,250 Valued at $1,250 Donated By Black Goat Cashmere | $1,250 |
 | Go By Bike Tune Up gift card, no expiry Value: $70 Cycles West: "At Cycles West our goal is to provide an enjoyable environment where cyclists of all levels can come together to access information on products, services and events." Gift bag includes handlebar bag, mirror, water bottle, gift certificate Value: $160 Valued at $230 Donated By | $230 |
 | Tune Up 1 Value: $70 Valued at $70 Donated By North Park Bike Shop | $70 |
 | Tune Up 2 Value: $70 Valued at $70 Donated By North Park Bike Shop | $70 |
STYLING | ||
 | Estonian Lace Valued at $150 Donated By Jeannie Macdonald | $150 |
 | Outlooks for Men Victoria and Duncan’s go-to menswear shop for guys who are going places: weddings, graduations, job interviews, formal occasions, casual Fridays, or a night on the town. Beautiful suits, a polished look in shoes, basic staples, and quirky accessories are all on offer as is expert tailoring and the best customer service in town (according to our customers). Value: $500 Valued at $500 Donated By Outlooks for Men | $500 |
 | Fluevogs Gift card value: $200 Valued at $200 Donated By John Fluevog Shoes | $200 |
 | Moden Boutique Gift Card value: $300 Valued at $300 Donated By Moden Boutique | $300 |
 | Moden Men's Gift Card value: $200 Valued at $200 Donated By Moden Men's | $200 |
 | Element of Fire Fire "When I bead earrings, regalia, pins, necklaces and more, I think about the story the beads can tell. I think about the medicine I want to transfer into the beading. I don’t think so much about design, or patterns, or aesthetics, until I have found the medicine the item should carry. The teaching it can pass on to the wearer. As I embrace this traditional form of Metis cultural expression, I have resisted selling my work, preferring to maintain my beading practice as a way to gift others. Fire Both earrings that I have created specifically for this fundraiser carry the element of fire in the red, and the smoke that fire makes, in the black. Fire reminds me of gathering with my family. Sitting around the fire, telling stories, and singing songs. Children off in the darkness gathering fireflies, and the adults laughing in the glow of that fire. Fire for me takes me back to the awe, and power, of the flame, the joy of gathering, the safety in family, and nights under the stars filled with awe. For the one who wears this, I wish they too can connect to their own inner fire, that lights their path, that gathers people in community and friendship, and that inspires awe as they walk." Rebecca Hass/ Maanginoweh Georgian Bay Metis, German, French, English Valued at $100 Donated By Rebecca Hass | $100 |
 | Element of Fire: Embers "When I bead earrings, regalia, pins, necklaces and more, I think about the story the beads can tell. I think about the medicine I want to transfer into the beading. I don’t think so much about design, or patterns, or aesthetics, until I have found the medicine the item should carry. The teaching it can pass on to the wearer. As I embrace this traditional form of Metis cultural expression, I have resisted selling my work, preferring to maintain my beading practice as a way to gift others. Fire Both earrings that I have created specifically for this fundraiser carry the element of fire in the red, and the smoke that fire makes, in the black. Fire reminds me of gathering with my family. Sitting around the fire, telling stories, and singing songs. Children off in the darkness gathering fireflies, and the adults laughing in the glow of that fire. Fire for me takes me back to the awe, and power, of the flame, the joy of gathering, the safety in family, and nights under the stars filled with awe. For the one who wears this, I wish they too can connect to their own inner fire, that lights their path, that gathers people in community and friendship, and that inspires awe as they walk." Rebecca Hass/ Maanginoweh Georgian Bay Metis, German, French, English Valued at $100 Donated By Rebecca Hass | $100 |
 | Ring + Earrings by Arcade Value: $60 Valued at $60 Donated By Arcade Pallot | $60 |
 | Vintage pearls Appraised at F.W. Francis Jewellers Ltd. on May 30, 2024. Uniform necklace 21" (matinee length) knotted with a pearl clasp containing 60 saltwater pearls. The pearls are cream in colour with a fair lustre, near round, and lightly blemished with good matching. Valued at $1,000 Donated By Donna de Haan | $1,000 |
 | Silver, Crystal, and Pearl Necklace by Barba Design Hand-made necklace crafted with high lustre baby pearls, pale pink crystals, Swarovski crystals, unique reticulated Sterling silver clasp. Valued at $595 Donated By Jewels by Barba Design | $595 |
 | Barbara's Boutique 1 Gift Card value $100 Valued at $100 Donated By Barbara Hubbard | $100 |
 | Barbara's Boutique 2 Gift Card value $100 Valued at $100 Donated By Barbara Hubbard | $100 |
FOOD AND DRINK | ||
 | Victoria Olive Oil Co. Value: $150 Valued at $150 Donated By Victoria Olive Oil Co. | $150 |
 | Picnic Time Package Picnic backpack with wine donated by Ruffell & Brown Value: $225 Market on Yates gift card value: $100 Valued at $325 Donated By | $325 |
 | Afternoon Tea for Two at Abkhazi Tea House The Teahouse at Abkhazi Garden offers four-star guest service and exceptional food in a beautiful setting, giving guests a memory to cherish. Seasonal menus showcase regional or Abkhazi Garden-grown produce, complementing the garden's appearance when it is in bloom. Value: $114 Valued at $114 Donated By Abkhazi Tea House | $114 |
 | Pendray Inn Tea House Afternoon Tea for Two valid until May 31/25; not valid weekends June - September, or long weekends (year round). Value: $140 Valued at $140 Donated By Pendray Inn and Tea House | $140 |
 | Cuisinart® Precision Master™ Tilt-Head Stand Mixer Also included are a chef's whisk, dough hook, and flat mixing paddle. value: $290 Valued at $290 Donated By Canadian Tire | $290 |
 | Salad Days! Valued at $355 Donated By Muffett and Louisa | $355 |
 | Time to Celebrate! Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Gift Box 2009 Champagne: The cuvées of the House of Louis Roederer are the fruit of patient work with fundamental ingredients, the collaboration of experts, a quest for the perfect balance, and hardy and generous grapes, cultivated in the Champagne soil, producing a wine with a summery character and crystalline elegance. Review 1: Winemaker Notes A yellow-gold colour with mat and amber tints. Persistent, brilliant, fine and lively bubbles. A subtle bouquet, simultaneously discreet and concentrated. It releases notes of citrus compote and candied apricots and evokes the sweetness of honeysuckle. When aerated, notes of vanilla-edged cocoa bean emerge, with toasted hazelnut, hints of liquorice and even a touch of cinnamon. The palate is structured, energetic and sculpted. An initial dense, ripe and silky sensation is amplified by the discovery of a chalky, cherry freshness, a powdered, almost mentholated brightness. The feeling is delicate and ethereal, a succession of delicious and colourful textures perfectly integrated within the lightness and finesse of the wine... an invitation on a journey of discovery. The bright personality of Cristal then appears, simultaneously pure and sharp, in a finish focused once again on chalk, energy and grain. Review 2: source Wine Spectator "White peach and acacia blossom aromas accent the flavors of poached apple, gingersnap biscuit, pastry cream and spun honey in this harmonious Champagne. The satin like mousse caresses the palate, while firm, focusing acidity drives the lasting finish. Drink now through 2030." https://www.louis-roederer.com/en Valued at $405 Donated By Pacific Opera Victoria | $405 |
 | Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse Value: $55 Valued at $55 Donated By Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse | $55 |
 | Holocene Distilling Project - 2 Copper Mugs, - 1 Flivver Vodka, - 2 Ginger Beer, - Lime Garnish, - Recipe. Tour and Tasting Session for Two includes tasting flight and 2 cocktails. Item MUST be awarded to person(s) 19+ - ID required upon use - Subject to distillery hours of business Value: $125 About Flivver Vodka: Discover the rustic charm of our first handcrafted spirit; reminiscent of sun-kissed wheat fields, a hint of homemade pie topped with velvety whipped cream, and the comforting warmth of a well earned libation. Made with 100% BC grown wheat." Valued at $125 Donated By Holocene Distilling Project | $125 |
 | Scotch Basket Includes: The Ardmore: "This lightly-peated whisky has aromas of honey and vanilla, with underlying earthy, smoky and floral notes. On the palate, up-front smokiness, accompanied by sweet honey and citrus on a lengthy finish." $45.00 Tomatin Cù Bòcan: "Light smoke intertwines with rich citrus and exotic spices. Subtly smoky, surprisingly sweet, it opens up the world of lightly peated whisky." $66.00 Glenmorangie 10 year old single malt: "A smooth whisky which welcomes you with a rush of citrus, then holds your attention with layers of luscious flavour, from orange to honey and creamy vanilla, with bursts of peach." $80.00 Connemara Irish Peated Single Malt Whiskey: "It leaves a rather Scottish impression in the mouth. Precise, harmonious and velvety, evoking notes of pear, orange peel, honey, ripe apple and malt, and a slightly peaty finale." $80.00 Valued at $270 Donated By Board and Trustees of Pacific Opera Victoria | $270 |
 | Unsworth Vineyards "Small production by design, we focus on handcrafted wines of distinction using signature techniques that showcase the very best of the fruit we grow." Value: $120 Valued at $120 Donated By Unsworth Vineyards | $120 |
 | Whiskey Tasting for Two Valued at $240 Donated By Artemis Whiskey Bar | $240 |
 | Beer O'Clock includes a t-shirt, two fancy stemmed pilsner glasses, a can koozie, a bottle opener keychain, a bar of locally made Dark Matter soap and a gift card for the store. Value: $75 Lighthouse Brewing: includes two pint glasses , one 6pk of the original recipe Race Rocks, gift card for the store. Value: $50 Value: $125.00 Valued at $125 Donated By | $125 |
 | Esquimalt Vermouth & Apéritifs Dry Vermouth - 2023 World's Best Dry Vermouth: A Dry Vermouth perfectly tailored to the best martini of your life and just darn good on its own over ice. https://esquimaltvermouth.ca/ Valued at $65 Donated By Esquimalt Vermouth & Apéritifs | $65 |
 | Caffeinated Bean Around the World gift card value: $50 Fernwood Coffee gift cards value $60.00 (Expires June 2025) Turtle Island Coffee Full Wheel collection value $75 Level Ground Coffee Roasters, whole beans, 300g bags: 1. East Africa 2. Peru 3. Columbia Value: $45 Total value of package $230. Valued at $230 | $230 |
 | Village Butcher Oak Bay Valued at $25 Donated By Village Butcher | $25 |
 | The Whole Beast Gift card value $25 Valued at $25 Donated By The Whole Beast | $25 |
 | Adriana's The Whole Enchilada authentic Mexican goodies crafted using top-tier ingredients without any artificial preservatives, colours, or flavours. Fresh from Adriana's Tortilla Factory! Includes $25.00 gift certificate. Valued at $75 Donated By Adriana's The Whole Enchilada | $75 |
 | Dinner at Deep Cove Chalet 1 This much celebrated restaurant is known for serving traditional fare and wine in an elegant setting: located on the shores of the Saanich Inlet "the food is exceptional, creative and very, very French but the setting, the history of the old B.C. Electric “tearoom” built in 1913, the exquisite gardens of roses overlooking the water, the lily ponds and vineyard make dining at The Chalet a “must” on every visitor’s list." Valued at $250 Donated By Deep Cove Chalet | $250 |
 | Dinner at Deep Cove Chalet 2 This much celebrated restaurant is known for serving traditional fare and wine in an elegant setting: located on the shores of the Saanich Inlet "the food is exceptional, creative and very, very French but the setting, the history of the old B.C. Electric “tearoom” built in 1913, the exquisite gardens of roses overlooking the water, the lily ponds and vineyard make dining at The Chalet a “must” on every visitor’s list." Valued at $250 Donated By Deborah Wolstenholme | $250 |
 | Dine Around Downtown "Great food and good times for every occasion." The Keg $25 "Enjoy Italian dining in an old town courtyard setting featuring brick fireplaces and candle lit ambiance. " Il Terrazzo $50 "At Tombo, we approach everything with intention - from seasonal menus and scratch-made baking to fostering a connection with our staff and community by supporting local farmers, winemakers and suppliers". Tombo Eats $50 Valued at $125 Donated By | $125 |
 | Dessert Gift Basket The Farmer’s Daughter in Sidney, BC is an independent fromagerie, bistro and wine bar, with a lovely patio, knowledgeable staff, delicious cheeses, and delightful wines. Valued at $140 Donated By The Farmer's Daughter | $140 |
 | L'Apero Wine and Cheese Bistro Gift card $100.00 Valued at $100 Donated By L'Apero | $100 |
ART | ||
 | "On Kennedy Lake", Brian Travers Smith Description: Brian Travers-Smith Canadian (1931- ) On Kennedy Lake watercolour signed 13 1/2 x 20 1/2 in. (34.2 x 52 cm) Thanks to Prestige Framing & Deborah Wolstenholme Value: $1500 Valued at $1,500 Donated By Pacific Opera Victoria | $1,500 |
 | "Landscape", Joseph Plaskett Joseph Plaskett was born in 1918 in New Westminster. His works are in public art gallery collections from Prince Edward Island to Vancouver Island, including the National Gallery of Canada, the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, the Winnipeg Art Gallery, the Vancouver Art Gallery and the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. He was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada in 2001 for his excellence in the field of visual art. His autobiography A Speaking Likeness (Ronsdale Press) was published in 1999. The Plaskett Gallery, at New Westminster’s Massey Theatre, is named in his honour. Description: Joseph Plaskett Canadian (19- ) Landscape signed 26 x 32 in. Thanks to Prestige Framing & Deborah Wolstenholme Valued at $2,800 Donated By Pacific Opera Victoria | $2,800 |
 | "Wooden Boat", Robert Amos Description: Robert Amos Wooden Boat watercolour signed 28 x 25 Valued at $600 Donated By Pacific Opera Victoria | $600 |
 | "Rodelina", Deirdre Roberts Description: Deirdre Roberts Canadian DATE Rodelina watercolour signed 10" x 7.5" Valued at $200 Donated By Pacific Opera Victoria | $200 |
 | "Birthday Flowers", Rosemary James Cross  A passionate painter, producing works highly praised by local artist and critic Robert Amos, Rosemary Jane Cross was an enthusiastic gardener and homemaker. Her many interests included embroidery, crafting silver jewelry, dressmaking, knitting, travelling, photography, binding and collecting of books. 25" x 26" Valued at $250 Donated By Pacific Opera Victoria | $250 |
 | "View of Habitations of Nootka Sound", copper engraving  16.5" x 25". This item can be viewed at the Bauman administration office during office hours June 3-14. Valued at $150 Donated By Pacific Opera Victoria | $150 |
 | "Spring Bouquet", Patricia Lortie 11" x 9" watercolour, pen and ink, 2024. Valued at $200 Donated By Patricia Lortie | $200 |
 | "Inuk Embracing Walrus", Lukas Qavavauk Stone with antler teeth. Inscribed and signed with artist's disc number, "IVUYIVIK / E.9. 1079". Donated by Maurice and Anne Petrie Yacowar Price quote provided by Madrona Gallery 7" X 17" X 7" Valued at $900 | $900 |
 | "Salt Spring Waterfall", Gary Brandstadt Painted by local artist and opera supporter, Gary Brandstadt, acrylic and oil, 26 1/4' x 32," framed. Valued at $550 Donated By Pacific Opera Victoria | $550 |
 | "Remembrance of Things Past III", Hanna Bendtsen acrylic on canvas. Dimensions: 30” x 40”. Remembrance of Things Past III Valued at $950 Donated By Hanna Bendtsen | $950 |
LOCAL PETS | ||
 | West Coast Cats Valued at $300 Donated By West Coast Cats | $300 |
 | Paws on Cook "Our Mission: to honour animals as community members and provide compassionate and integral service in support of their well being." Value: $150 Valued at $150 Donated By Paws on Cook | $150 |
 | Pet Groceries & Supplies Gift card value: $50 Valued at $50 Donated By Four Paws Pet Boutique | $50 |
 | Canine Dental Health Basket Value $235 Valued at $235 Donated By Garry Oak Veterinary Hospital | $235 |
 | Feline Dental Health Basket Gift basket and gift certificate. Value: $250 Valued at $250 Donated By Garry Oak Veterinary Hospital | $250 |
WELLNESS | ||
 | Iyengar Yoga Two eight week terms of yoga classes (in person or online). Value: $152 each. Expires June 15, 2025, no cash value. Valued at $300 Donated By Iyengar Yoga Centre | $300 |
 | MA Wellness "Our mission is to provide an inviting and nurturing atmosphere where students can delve into their wellness journey with a sense of safety and self-exploration." 5 punch pass gift card. Value: $120 Valued at $120 Donated By MA Wellness and Yoga Victoria | $120 |
 | Quantum Yoga Club Located in the historic Hudson building in the heart of downtown Victoria, Quantum Yoga & Pilates is more than a hot yoga studio; it’s a space built on community and designed completely around you. We’re committed to creating an unparalleled experience for every guest, for our entire community, and for the world around us. Value: $120 Valued at $120 Donated By Quantum Yoga Club | $120 |
 | Pacific Essences Introduce uplifting energies into your wold with five pure Essential Oil Blends crafted for use in home diffusers. These Essence-infused aromatherapy oils can be used to promote healing and nourish the spirit within - a beautiful introduction to the healing power of flower and sea Essences. Set includes: Abundance Choose the power of intention and connect to infinite possibilities. Abundance frees us to participate fully in the adventures of life by gently releasing limiting attitudes. Contains: Abundance Essence, Tangerine, Sweet Orange, and Lemongrass Essential Oils Balancer Choose the power of now and handle even overwhelming situations with ease and calm. Balancer is like stepping under the healing shower of a waterfall and emerging rejuvenated and refreshed. Contains: Balancer Essence, Lavender Essential Oil Heart Spirit Choose the power of attraction and nourish your loving heart. Heart Spirit raises the vibrational frequency of the heart centre and allows us to interact with each other with grace, ease, and compassion. Contains: Heart Spirit Essence, White Rose, Damask Rose, and Palmarosa Essential Oils Optimal Immunity Surround yourself with protection and wellbeing. Optimal Immunity delivers strength and safety for all levels of being - spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical. Contains: Optimal Immunity Essence, Cinnamon, Clove, Eucalyptus, Lemon and Rosemary Essential Oils A New World of Hope Choose the power of inspiration and connect to your personal mission. A New World of Hope encourages us to live an inspired life, singing our heart song with self-awareness and clear vision. Contains: A New World of Hope Essence, Lavender and Lime Essential Oils Valued at $170 | $170 |
HOME & GARDEN | ||
 | Professional Cleaning Services Valued at $250 Donated By Sidney Professional Cleaners | $250 |
 | Complete Landscape Design Red Door practices an inclusive professional design process that offers our clients the opportunity to be involved. We engage in dialogue and provide options that help them narrow down the look and function of their outdoor space. By way of CAD drawings and renderings our aim is to provide tasteful, personalized landscapes that exude character and distinction. Photo credit Reuben Butterfield. Valued at $2,000 Donated By Red Door Landscape Services | $2,000 |
 | Green Thumb 1 Value $500 Valued at $500 Donated By C & C Growers | $500 |
 | Green Thumb 2 Value: $250 Valued at $250 Donated By C & C Growers | $250 |
 | Irish Linen Tablecloth Linen damask makes exceptionally high quality table linen. Ferguson's Chrysanthemum design is a classic taken from their 19th century design archive, and is just as elegant when used in modern formal dining as it was in the past. Oval Chrysanthemum Thomas Ferguson Irish Linen Damask tablecloth 72" x 108" Valued at $500 Donated By Irish Linen | $500 |
FINE WINE COLLECTION | ||
 | Wine Basket Includes: Chateau de Bel-Air Grand Vin de Bordeaux 2020: "has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and pretty notes of crushed raspberries and blackberries, kirsch and lavender, plus wafts of fallen leaves, wild mushrooms and damp soil. $55.00 Three Finger Jack Zinfandel: "has aromas of rich black fruits, spice and vanilla which invites daring tasters to the exciting region of Lodi. The palate continues the experience with intense flavours of ripe blackberry, plum, and spice but with a touch of leather and cedar. $25.00 Domaine de la Mordorée - La Dame Rousse Tavel 2021: "Structural, ageworthy, and bone dry, Tavel is a serious organic rosé. Wild raspberry, crushed stones, and scrubby herbs fill this limestone-laced blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Clairette, and Bourboulenc. $52.00 Lake Sonoma Winery Russian River Chardonnay: "This sophisticated Chardonnay is rich with vivid aromas of poached pear, grilled peaches and toasted marshmallow. The palate combines flavors of nectarine, toasted coconut and Meyer lemon with an even acid throughout followed by a soft lingering finish. This age-worthy wine pairs well with seafood-based dishes like crab, mussels and clams. $29.00 The Prisoner Wine Co Unshackled Cabernet: "Vibrancy of fruit is focal point of this wine. Featuring aromas of plum and blackberry with a hint of olive. Flavors of black stone fruit, clove, and dried herbs with solid tannin structure result in a flavor-forward Cabernet Sauvignon with balanced acidity."$30.00 J. Moreau & Fils Gloire de Chablis 2022: "Winemaker Notes: An elegant pale gold color. The nose is intense and fruity, showing notes of mandarin and pineapple on a soft background of fresh almonds. Fresh and generous, the mouth is very typical of Chablis, offering a very pleasant minerality and a long-lasting, saline finish." $50.00 Valued at $240 Donated By Board and Trustees of Pacific Opera Victoria | $240 |
 | A. Chateau Belgrave 2001 (1 of 3) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $62 Donated By Evan Hazell | $62 |
 | B. Chateau Belgave 2001 (2 of 3) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $62 Donated By Evan Hazell | $62 |
 | C. Chateau Belgave 2001 (3 0f 3) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $62 Donated By Evan Hazell | $62 |
 | D. Chateau Prieure-Lichine 1999 (1 of 2) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $60 Donated By Evan Hazell | $60 |
 | E. Chateau Prieure-Lichine 1999 (2 of 2) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $60 Donated By Evan Hazell | $60 |
 | F. Chateau Malescasse 1998 (1of 2) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $90 Donated By Evan Hazell | $90 |
 | G. Chateau Malescasse 1998 (2 of 2) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $90 Donated By Evan Hazell | $90 |
 | H. Chateau Lanessan 2000 (1 of 2) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $70 Donated By Evan Hazell | $70 |
 | I. Chateau Lanessan 2000 (2 of 2) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $70 Donated By Evan Hazell | $70 |
 | J. Chateau Haut Brisson 2000 (1 of 3) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $120 Donated By Evan Hazell | $120 |
 | K. Chateau Haut Brisson 2000 (2 of 3) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $120 Donated By Evan Hazell | $120 |
 | L. Chateau Haut Brisson 2000 (3 of 3) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $120 Donated By Evan Hazell | $120 |
 | M. Chateau D'lssan Margaux 2001 (1 of 3) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $200 Donated By Evan Hazell | $200 |
 | N. Chateau D'lssan Margaux 2001 (2 of 3) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $200 Donated By Evan Hazell | $200 |
 | O. Chateau D'lssan Margaux 2001 (3 of 3) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $200 Donated By Evan Hazell | $200 |
 | P. Chateau Haut-Marbuzet 2001 (1 of 2) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $80 Donated By Evan Hazell | $80 |
 | Q. Chateau Haut Marbuzet 2001 (2 of 2) Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $80 Donated By Evan Hazell | $80 |
 | R. Chateau Poujeaux (1 of 2) Moulis-en-Medoc, France Source: Wine Searcher. Valued at $80 Donated By Evan Hazell | $80 |
 | S. Chateau Poujeaux (2 of 2) Moulis-en-Medoc, France Source: Wine Searcher. Valued at $80 Donated By Evan Hazell | $80 |
 | T. Château Bourgneuf 2001 Vineyard notes: "Gravel and clay, iron-rich subsoil." Pomerol, France Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $125 Donated By Evan Hazell | $125 |
 | U. Château Bourgneuf 2003 Vineyard notes: "Gravel and clay, iron-rich subsoil." Pomerol, France Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $85 Donated By Evan Hazell | $85 |
 | V. Château Bourgneuf 2006 Vineyard notes: "Gravel and clay, iron-rich subsoil." Pomerol, France Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $100 Donated By Evan Hazell | $100 |
 | W. Château Bourgneuf 2009 Pomerol, France Source: Wine Searcher Valued at $100 Donated By Evan Hazell | $100 |
 | X. Chateau D'Escurac 2001 Medoc, France Source: Cellar Tracker Valued at $25 Donated By Evan Hazell | $25 |
MUSIC | ||
 | Rifflandia Festival Sept 13–15, 2024 on the Matullia Lands at Rock Bay: Established in 2008, Rifflandia Festival is one of the longest running large-scale music & arts festivals in Western Canada. Every September this unique event welcomes music lovers to Victoria BC to experience performances by top international and national acts alongside new and emerging artists. The Super Pass gives you access to 3 days and nights of music from September 13th to 15th! Gift certificate for 2 Super Passes, value $700 Valued at $700 Donated By Rifflandia Festival | $700 |
 | Victoria Symphony 24/25 Subscription Join The Victoria Symphony for another season of brilliant music! Voucher valid for one ticket to any five concerts at "A" zone pricing during the 24-25 season, excluding those performances marked as Specials. Valued at $410 Donated By Victoria Symphony | $410 |
Thank you to all of our wonderful auction donors!
Evan Hazell
Jeannie Macdonald
Board and Trustees of Pacific Opera Victoria
Arcade Pallot
Deborah Wolstenholme
Patricia Lortie
Donna de Haan
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