[Nfbv-announce] Join Potomac Chapter for 5/17 Spring Social and Auction, (Fabulous items for auction listed below

Wed Apr 30 03:22:38 UTC 2014

The Potomac Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind (PCNFB) announces a smashing Spring Event!!!  This is PCNFB’s very first Spring Social and Auction.  A revised list of auction items follows this note.

Date:  Saturday, May 17, 2014 

Time:  3:30 to 6:30pm

Cost:  $25.00 (heavy hor d’oeuvres, dessert and non-alcoholic drinks) BYOB 

Location:  Community Room at Turnberry Tower 

                             1881 N. Nash Street, Arlington, VA  22209

Please RSVP to Mary Ann Kessler by May 8, 2014.  

Telephone:  703 241 9517 or e-mail at mak910w at verizon.net.

The cost to attend is $25.00 which includes a terrific menu of delicious foods, hors d’oeuvres, dessert and non alcoholic drinks.  You may BYOB if you wish to have beer or wine. You may pay at the door or the May PCNFB meeting or send checks to our Treasurer, Sean McMahon at 850 N. Randolph St. Apt. 904, Arlington, VA 22203. 

This event will be hosted by Billie Ruth and Alan Schlank in the Social Room of the gorgeous Turnberry Tower Condo Complex at 1881 N. Nash St., Arlington.  .    

After we have had a chance to socialize and enjoy the good food and drink, Jacki Brown will begin her self-styled, fun-filled auctioneer banter.  A partial list of items to be auctioned is listed below.

We hope that all of you will be able to attend this warm and enjoyable event where our goal is to socialize with friends and neighbors and to raise funds for the important work of our organization, such as braille enrichment, diabetes education, employment programs, and various legislative efforts. 

Please direct any questions and RSVP’s to Mary Ann Kessler at 703 241 9517 or to mak910w at verizon.net.

Thank you,

PCNFB President, Tajuan Farmer

And the PCNFB Ways and Means and social Committees 

April 28 Revised LIST OF AUCTION ITEMS:

Bonus #31.    ONE WEEK STAY AT THE ROYAL ISLANDER  LA PLAGE HOTEL IN ST. MAARTEN FROM SUNDAY, AUG. 31 to SUNDAY, SEPT. 7, 2014.  This is on the Dutch side of the island and about a mile from the airport. This is a one-bedroom with fold-out couch in the living area -sleeps 4. It is equipped with a full kitchen (European-style small cooking area with refrigerator, and utensils.)  It is located on the 1st floor with one door taking you to the beach and the other to the pool. It is within close walking distance of many restaurants and the Maho casino.  You would need to arrange to get there, but what a vacation you will have once your arrive! Places like this rent well over $250/day.  The bidding will start at $500 and go up by increments of $50.  If you are interested, you can look up the general information on line at  <http://www.royalislander.com> www.royalislander.com and highlight La Plage.

1.         Vintage rose quartz cloisonné necklace.

2.         Gold framed floral numbered print. Magnolia Blossom. 32” by 38”.

3.         $40.00 certificate.  Thirsty Bernie’s Sports Bar and Restaurant, Arlington (Arl.)

4.         $50.00 certificate. Unleashed by Petco.   Pet supplies and preventive care plus a bonus gift.  Various locations. 

5.         Haircut and blow- dry by master stylist, Kenny   Gull.  Kenny’s Hair Salon.  Arl.

6.         Two pounds of Starbucks Arabica whole bean coffee.

7.         $20.00 certificate. Oriental Gourmet, Arl.

8.         $25.00 certificate. Taqueria Mexican Restaurant & Bar. Various locations.

9.         Two $50.00 certificates. Westover Market, Arl.

10.       Two certificates for $15.29 each  Ghin Na Ree Thai Restaurant

11.       Three $10.00 certificates to Pentagon Row Harris Teeter.  

12.       Two $25.00 debit cards.  Chaps Sports Bar.  Pentagon Row and other.

13.       Two $25.00 gift cards.  SINE Irish Pub and Restaurant. Various locations.

14.       Two certificates for Sunday Brunch for Two at Ireland’s Four Provinces.   Falls Church.

15.       Massage from Massage Envy Spa. Falls Church.

16.       Facial from Massage Envy Spa.   Falls Church. 

17.       Manicure/Pedicure. Present Nail Spa.   Falls Church.

18.       Luxurious spa basket by Beverly Coney.

19.       Handcrafted beaded necklace by Bonnie Vobis.

20.       Homemade specialty cake by Darron Denmark. 

21.       Four course Italian dinner for six hosted by the Kesslers. 

22.       $15.00 certificate Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt. Arl.

23.       $50.00 certificate. Pie Tanza Restaurant.  Arlington or Falls Church.

24.       Three $10.00 certificates.   Harris Teeter, Harrison Street, Arl.

25.       Gift basket from Trade Routes in Westover   $65.00 value.  Arl.

26.       Wild Birds Unlimited. Monthly supply of bird food for 12 months. Arl.

27.       $50.00 gift card.  Front Page restaurant, Arl.

28.       Mary Kay Cosmetics basket valued at approximately $70.00.    Dance Perfume and lotion, make-up bag and a teddy bear. 

29.       $25.00 certificate.  Elevation Burger, Arlington (Arl.) 

30.       One hour massage by Healing Touch Massage Therapy Services Certificate, Alexandria 

31.  See above.

32.  Tracy and Sharon Soforenko will host a dinner for six at their home.  Menu will be Modern American Cuisine