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POLISH  STUDIES
2006 Spring Auction

  

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L1. 250 POLISH PIEROGI
Your friends and family will savor these homemade authentic Polish pierogi with meat, cheese and potato fillings! Crafted by “The Pierogi Queen” of the Pacific Northwest, Maria Grabowska, they are unsurpassed in taste, flavor, texture, and quality.

Thank you: Maria Grabowska

Value: Priceless



L2. GOURMET DINNER FOR SIX WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF
PUGET SOUND

Drs. Ewa and Andrzej Sledziewski will host an elegant gourmet dinner for six people at their home. Enjoy breathtaking views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains from the deck, sip wine, delight your palate with fabulous food, and enjoy the warm hospitality of your hosts. Invite your family or friends for a delightful evening.

Thank you: Drs. Ewa and Andrzej Sledziewski

Value: $600



L3. WEEKEND AT THE OCEAN FOR SIX
A perfect setting to spend a weekend with your best friends in a charming, newly restored, historic mansion at Seaview, “the Queen Bee of the Washington Coast.” Take a walk along the Long Beach Peninsula or enjoy exceptional dining, delightful shops, breath-taking scenery and the town’s colorful history. Delight your palate with fresh oysters and crab from the local fishermen or go on a deep see fishing adventure. Breakfasts and Saturday evening dinner are included with the two-night stay. Adults only.

Thank you: Wanda and Peter Pawluskiewicz

Value: $750



L4. PINK FRESH WATER SET OF NECKLACE, BRACELET AND EARRINGS
Enjoy this gorgeous set of natural color Chinese fresh water pink pearls. The set includes a beautifully knotted 16 inch necklace, matching bracelet and lever back earrings. These pieces can be worn with your “little black dress” or with jeans and a t-shirt. Don’t miss this opportunity to add something beautiful and sophisticated to your summer jewelry.

Thank you: Pearls of Wisdom and Ewa Sledziewski

Value: $ 150



L5. ART TOUR AND DINNER FOR FOUR AT THE RUINS
Be the first ever to take a tour of The Ruins’ ballroom murals with the talented artist herself, Jennifer Carrasco. Your tour will be followed by dinner for four people at this exclusive private dining club. Invite some special people in your life for the most memorable dining experience of the year.

Thank you: The Ruins and Jennifer Carrasco

value $650



L6. TEATRO ZINZANNI FOR TWO
Teatro ZinZanni is a big night out unlike any other, a three-hour whirlwind of cirque, comedy and cabaret, all served up with a five-course feast designed by celebrated Northwest chef Tom Douglas. Two lucky people will enjoy a fabulous evening of “Dinner and Dreams.”

Thank you: A Friend

Value: $200



L7. SUMMER CRUISE AND LUNCH FOR FOUR ON PRIVATE YACHT
Put on your sailor suit and come aboard this beautiful 38 ft Beneteau “SEA-U-LATER” yacht and enjoy the cruise. For six hours you will be surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Puget Sound. Relax, enjoy a delicious lunch, and sip wine during your unforgettable summer adventure.
(Valid June through September 2006).

Thank you: Ron Golubiec

Value: $500



L8. ONE WEEK FOR FOUR IN PUERTO VALLARTA OCEANFRONT PENTHOUSE
This is the perfect vacation for four people at an oceanfront, two-level penthouse in sunny Puerto Vallarta. The penthouse has spectacular panoramic views from two balconies. Relax, unwind, and drink Margaritas and cervesas! Swim in the pool, bask in the sun, and enjoy the Palapa Restaurant on the beach, or cook your own meals in the kitchen. Two bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, TV/ DVD, washer and dryer. (Mini-mart on premises.) Located next to the Intercontinental Presidente hotel.
(Exp. June 30, 2007)

Thank you: Ron and Martha Golubiec

Value $1,000



L9. ONE WEEK STAY FOR TWO IN A WARSAW APARTMENT
Stay one week in a lovely Warsaw apartment located in the heart of the city. Minutes away from Lazienki Park, public transportation, shops and restaurants. This is a great opportunity for two people to stay in a private condo while visiting Warsaw, Poland. Gift certificates worth 400 Zl ($120) for Warsaw Tortilla Factory Restaurant and Shop, one of the city’s most popular hot spots, are included.
(Cleaning fee not included. Non-smokers only.)

Thank you: Drs. Ewa and Andrzej Sledziewski

Value: $820



L10. BASKET OF POLISH VODKAS (POLSKIE WODKI)
Enrich your bar with a wonderful selection of Polish vodkas! Included are Zubrowka (Bison Grass vodka), special edition Chopin with three matching shot glasses, Siwucha, Goldwasser, and Lider, which plays the well-known tune “Sto Lat” when opened. This basket also comes with a set of beautiful Polish shot glasses embellished with silver, amber, and mother-of-pearl.

Thank you: Friends of UW Polish Studies

Value: $200.00



L11. BAINBRIDGE ISLAND VINEYARDS AND WINERY TOUR WITH
WINE TASTING FOR TWELVE

This is a fabulous opportunity for twelve people to have a private tour of the Bainbridge Island Vineyards with proprietors Gerard and Joanne Bentryn. Taste and enjoy the excellent selection of wines and learn about their subtleties from the vintners themselves. The best time to plan the visit is summer or early fall when the views from the Bainbridge Island ferry are spectacular, adding a special touch to the whole experience.

Thank you: Bainbridge Island Vineyards and Winery

Value: $400



L12. BAGPIPE PERFORMANCE FOR YOUR SPECIAL EVENT
Provide delightful Celtic entertainment for your guests or surprise that special person in your life by inviting John Cunningham to a festive dinner or birthday party. John Cunningham plays beautiful Scottish and Irish tunes on his bagpipe. His performance will make any event unique and memorable.

Thank you: John Cunningham

Value: $200



L13. POLISH GOURMET DINNER FOR SIX
Drs. Ewa and Andrzej Sledziewski will treat you and five of your friends or family to an authentic Polish dinner at their charming home in Shoreline. Prepare yourself for a feast of authentic Polish cuisine while admiring the sunset over the Olympic Mountains. Polish Vodka will be served in the traditional style: freezing cold.

Thank you: Drs. Ewa and Andrzej Sledziewski

Value $500



L14. FRENCH DINNER FOR SIX WITH A FABULOUS VIEW OF GREEN LAKE
Bon appétit! to the lucky six who will enjoy fine French cuisine in an elegant setting with a magnificent view of Green Lake. Fricasse de Veau, Seviche de Coquilles St. Jacques, Moules Maison or Tortelettes aux fruits? Make your choice. You can also practice your French with the lady of the house.

Thank you: Krystyna and Norbert Untersteiner

Value: $600



L15. WEST COAST WINE BASKET AND SIX POLISH WINE GLASSES
This basket contains favorite wines of UW PSEC members from our famous Pacific Northwest and California wineries. Enjoy ten bottles of Washington, Oregon, and California wines. Also included is a set of six Polish gold- rimmed wine glasses.

Thank you: UW PSEC and a Friend

Value: $200



L16. EXTENDED 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND FOR TWO AT A SEATTLE WATERFRONT CONDO
Three nights at Waterfront Landings condo with an incomparable view of Puget Sound just steps away from the Pike Place Market, Odyssey Maritime Museum, Seattle Aquarium, and Myrtle Edwards Park. At sunset stroll along the pier and then enjoy Fourth of Jul-Ivar’s firework display from the rooftop deck!

Thank you: Kuba Poraj-Kuczewski

Value: $400



L17. “PRELUDE” 18 x 22 OIL PAINTING
“Prelude” is the original oil bar painting, which was recently reproduced to promote the Oscar winner and composer Jan Kaczmarek’s recent visit to Seattle. Painted by an accomplished artist and member of our committee, Teresa Malinowski. Make this beautiful piece a permanent part of your art collection.

Thank you: Teresa Malinowski

Value $1,000



L20. AN ULTIMATE ADVENTURE FOR TWO IN THE WILDERNESS OF ALASKA
For three days, you and your partner will be guests of the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Poland in Anchorage, Mr. Stan Borucki. Your Host Extraordinaire has been resident of Alaska for over 40 years and is someone who knows the place inside and out. Brace yourself for a visit to the biggest state in the nation, offering the most exciting adventures imaginable. On the first day you will go halibut fishing near the St. Augustine volcano or salmon fishing on Copper River. The next day, take the breathtaking tour of Denali Park. See Mt. McKinley in its majesty, get a glimpse of a grizzly bear, or admire the grace of the Dall sheep. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity! Fishing equipment, boat rental and transportation to the fishing destination and Denali Park are included. Transportation Seattle- Anchorage and lodging not included.
(Time to be arranged: June -September 2006 or May-June 2007)

Thank you: Consul Stan Borucki

Value: Priceless



L21. MICROSOFT CAMPUS TOUR WITH LUNCH FOR FOUR
This is a great opportunity to visit the famous Microsoft Campus in Redmond, accompanied by long-time employee Ryszard Kott. Your tour will also include a visit to the Microsoft Museum, lunch on campus, and a Microsoft gift package.

Thank you: Ryszard Kott

Value: Priceless



L22. WEEKEND IN THE MOUNTAINS FOR SIX AT AN AUTHENTIC “BACOWKA”
Six people will spend a weekend to remember in an authentic goralska “Bacowka” (mountain cabin), built by a Goral (Highlander) from Nowy Targ, Poland. The cabin, situated in Lake Kachees, offers unlimited possibilities of spending an unforgettable two days surrounded by the beauty of the Cascade Mountains.

Thank you: Ziomek and Mira Pawluskiewicz

Value: $600



L23. ARTISTIC GLASS STUDIO EXPERIENCE WITH WINE AND CHEESE FOR SIXTEEN
Mariusz Rynkiewicz invites you and fifteen of your friends to his glass studio in Everett. Take this unique opportunity to see the artist at work and receive personal instruction in the art of glass blowing. Mariusz Rynkiewicz is well known for his color-inspired designs of blown glass. Enjoy fine cheeses and great wine while discovering the intricacies of this ancient art.

Thank you: Mariusz Rynkiewicz

Value: $800

L24. MAN’S RING SET WITH BEAUTIFUL DIAMONDS
This 14 K yellow gold ring weighs 7.6 grams and it has one 0.10ct round diamond in the center, surrounded by 6 single–cut diamonds, totaling 0.6ct. A stunning piece of jewelry for any gentleman.

Thank you: A Friend

Value: $700



L25. INTERNATIONAL WINE BASKET AND A SET OF EIGHT CRISTAL GLASSES
UW PSEC members have selected ten bottles of their favorite wines from France, South Africa, Italy, and Argentina for your personal wine cellar. The basket also includes a beautiful set of eight Polish crystal wine glasses.

Thank you: UW PSEC and
the Polish Ladies Auxiliary

Value: $200



L26. PRIVATE ASIAN COOKING CLASS FOR SIX IN YOUR HOME
Anny Yang Hunt, who works under award-winning Chef Jonathan Sundstrom at Seattle’s Lark Restaurant, will come to your home and give a private cooking class for you and five friends or family members. Pick a lunch date with the girls or experience a fun family gathering. Food, wine and recipes included.

Thank you: Anny Yang Hunt

Value: $150



L27. MAY 22nd NIGHT AT THE SAFECO FIELD FOR FOUR AND EDGAR MARTINEZ AUTOGRAPHED MILLER LITE BASEBALL JERSEY
Imagine yourself and 3 of your guests sitting in row 40, Section 132, just behind the home plate during the Mariners vs. Baltimore Orioles game on May 22, 2006, complete with free parking,. As a bonus, you will also be the proud owner of unique piece of Mariner memorabilia – a Miller Brewery autographed baseball jersey, signed by retired Seattle Mariner Edgar Martinez. An absolute prize for any devoted “Gar” fan! A dream come true!

Thank you: Pemco and a Friend

Value: Priceless or $350



L29. EXPERIENCE THE UNCHARTERED WATERS OF OLD POLISH CUISINE, DINNER FOR SIX
Go beyond “Pierogi and Bigos”, from Carp Jewish Style and Lithuanian Chlodnik with Crayfish Tails, through Duck Cracow Style with Wild Mushrooms to Favorki and Mazurek for dessert. This formal dinner for six is meant to be a lesson in real, sophisticated, Polish cuisine. No alcohol with an English name will be served. Reservation must to be made after May 2006, as the hostess will be in Poland to gather ingredients.

Thank you: Izabella and Andrzej Turski

Value: $600



L30. GOLF FOR THREE AT SAHALEE COUNTRY CLUB GOLF COURSE
Three persons will enjoy playing golf at the beautiful Sahalee Country Club Golf Course, rated one of the top 100 courses in the US, with none other than our famous Polish Art Collector and an almost professional golfer, Tom Podl. What a great opportunity to try out a new golf course and to hit a-hole-in-one with your host.

Thank you: Tom and Cathy Podl

Value: $270



L31. ONE WEEK LODGING IN COLORADO SPRINGS CONDO
Leave the TV, computer and cell phone behind as you enjoy a week in scenic Colorado Springs, Colorado in your own two-bedroom condo that sleeps four. Experience the exquisite natural beauty of Colorado Springs, enjoying the many activities the area has to offer, from white river rafting to horseback riding.

Thank you: Risdon & Lois Westen

Value: $350



L32. OLYMPIC MUSIC FESTIVAL AND PICNIC FOR FOUR
What a delight awaits the lucky person who wins these four tickets to the Summer 2006 Olympic Music Festival “Concert in the Barn.” Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience on the Olympic Peninsula with a picnic in the company of one of the original members of the Philadelphia String Quartet and founder of the Olympic Music Festival, Irv Eisenberg and his wife Teresa.
(Valid June 24 through September 10, 2006)

Thank you: Olympic Music Festival,
 and Teresa Malinowski and Irv Eisenberg

Value: $200



L33. PAINTING "COSMIC PICNIC" BY PROF. EDWARD PRACZUKOWSKI
This is a charming painting by Prof. Edward Praczukowski, entitled “Cosmic Picnic”, painted in acrylic on canvas and framed. The artist, well known Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington’s School of Art, depicts an island in space, documenting the good times spent with his family on the San Juan Islands. (Painting size: 41x33).

Thank you: Prof. Edward Praczukwoski

Value: $3,000



L34. PRIVATE WINE TASTING WITH PROFESSIONAL SOMMELIER
Enjoy an exclusive private wine tasting for 8-10 people conducted at your home by professional Sommelier Arnie Millan, who was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal's wine column. Mr. Millan will work with the winning bidder to select the wines and choose a mutually agreeable date and time. This item comes with $150 toward the purchase of wines and a bottle of fabulous Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars 2002 Fay Cabernet Sauvignon from Stags Leap Estate in Napa Valley, owned by Warren Winiarski.

Thank you: Arnie Millan and Tom and Cathy Podl

Value: $450



L35. PRIVATE PARTY FOR THIRTY PEOPLE AT THE JEWEL BOX THEATRE
Celebrate your next birthday or anniversary party in style at the Jewel Box Theatre, established in the 1920’s as one of the original screening rooms in Seattle. The theatre has been beautifully restored and is located inside The Rendezvous in Seattle’s hopping Belltown Neighborhood. This package includes room rental from 6:00–10:00pm and light hors d’oeuvres for 30 people.
(Alcohol and gratuity not included; cash bar is available)

Thank you: The Rendezvous & Jewel Box Theatre

Value: $350



L36. DANISH PEWTER NECKLACE, BRACELET, BROOCH, AND EARRINGS
This elegant set of pewter jewelry includes a necklace, clip-on earrings, bracelet, and brooch. Contemporary Danish jeweler John Friese’s creation is a perfect gift for the lady in your life!

Thank you: A Friend

Value: $225



L39.ROMANCE IN THE CITY: ONE NIGHT IN THE PENTHOUSE SUITE AT THE INN AT VIRGINIA MASON, AFTERNOON TEA FOR TWO AT SORRENTO HOTEL AND A SHOW AT 5TH AVENUE THEATRE
First, check in at The Inn at Virginia Mason, a quaint hotel located on First Hill. In your penthouse suite decorated in Queen Victoria style, you will find a king size bed, fireplace and jetted tub. From the windows and the rooftop garden directly adjacent to the suite, admire spectacular view of downtown Seattle. After you relax, stroll to the Sorrento Hotel for an Afternoon Tea in the Fireside Room. Sip tea and enjoy a wide selection of sweets and savories. That evening, head to 5th Avenue Theater to see your favorite Broadway show. The next morning, enjoy breakfast from the Rhododendron Restaurant, either delivered to your room or in the restaurant, before check out.
(One night at the penthouse suite at Inn, $25 gift certificate to Rhododendron Restaurant, gift certificate for two for Afternoon Tea at Sorrento Hotel, and $100 gift certificate to 5th Avenue Theatre included.)

Thank you: Izabella and Andrzej Turski and The Inn at Virginia Mason

Value $500



L40. OIL PAINTING “TUSCANY” BY ARNOLD MILLER
This is an original oil painting by local artist, Arnold Miller who created it in 1996 in Tuscany, Italy while vacationing. The picture comes beautifully framed.

Thank you: Dr. Michal Freidrich

Value: $750



L42 CONTEMPORARY SILVER AND AMBER NECKLACE
Known as the stone of romance and love, amber lends its mystical grace to this mesmerizing necklace. Delicate silver wires hold five different colored pieces of amber making this whimsical and elegant necklace a stunning piece of jewelry.

Thank you: Izabella Turski

Value; $ 150
 


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