Junior Achievement On-Line Auction on eBay
Bidding began on Saturday, February 25, 2012, and ended on Monday, March 5, 2012.
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Your generous support makes it possible for nearly 10,000 kids in Benton, Franklin, and Walla Walla counties to participate in Junior Achievement programs. We hope you'll visit the generous businesses and individuals who donated the wonderful auction items below.
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10 Gallons of Paint from Perfection/Pittsburgh Paints. Looking for a way to refresh and update your home? Painting is a cost effective way to do so! Perfection/Pittsburgh Paints on Washington Street in Kennewick has donated two, 5-gallon buckets of Pure Performance Paint. This acrylic latex interior paint delivers a superior performing paint that is gentle on the environment. It contains no volatile organic compounds (VOC) and its low odor formula makes it an ideal choice for schools, hotels, hospitals, office buildings, retail spaces, and home residences! Architects choose this paint for “green buildings” nationwide. You’ll want to choose it for its durable, washable, mold and mildew resistant finish that ensures long-lasting beauty. For color inspiration, visit www.ppgpittsburghpaints.com. Value: $406
Golf Outing for 4 at Meadow Springs Country Club, Richland, WA. Have you and your golfing buddies ever wanted to play at the private Meadow Springs Country Club, but you didn’t have a sponsor? Well, now you do! This package includes one round of golf for four people and two carts at Meadow Springs Country Club, Monday through Thursday. Meadow Springs Country Club offers one of the premiere golf courses in Washington State. The club was incorporated in July 1973 and its 18-hole golf course was designed by Robert Muir Graves. It plays 6,926 yards from the championship tees and 6,105 for the Seniors. It is also challenging for the Ladies at nearly 6,000 yards. Visit the club at www.meadowspringscc.com. Value: $420.
3-Month Full-Use Membership at Kia Ora. Kia Ora is a Maori (native New Zealand) term and means “be healthy” which is this gym’s wish for you with their donation of a three-month full-use membership. Try one of their world-class Les Mills programs such as SH’BAM featuring simple but seriously hot dance moves. It’s the perfect way to shape up and let out your inner star – even if you’re dance challenged. Kia Ora is also the first and only local source for dotFit and the amazing exerspy - a device to actually see how your body works! Come enjoy the most current workout equipment and their beautiful, state-of-the-art, 25-meter pool. Thirsty? They offer Extreme Blendz with fantastic flavors and everything you need to recover from your workout all blended up in a cup. Kia Ora is located at 2008 North Pittsburgh, in Kennewick. Visit their web site at www.kiaorafitness.com. Estimated Value: $219
Floral Arrangements from Just Roses Flowers and More. Decorate with style no matter what the occasion or send a floral gift to a loved one with the variety of arrangements offered in this package! You’ll receive a gift certificate for a fall centerpiece to put the perfect accent on your table. Brighten someone’s home or office with the gift certificate for a fresh flower basket. There are also two gift certificates each for a beautiful dish garden. What’s wonderful about these are that they can last for years-- a garden for life, no backyard required! Whatever your plans, these arrangements deliver a surefire "forget me not." Visit www.justroses.org to see the exciting arrangements and surprising goodies they offer such as premium chocolates, fresh green plants, wine, and even candy bouquets. They also do beautiful wedding designs and elegant sympathy tribute pieces. Value: $175
Special Event Dinner for 8 from Ice Harbor Brewing at the Marina. This full-service restaurant and brew pub overlooking the picturesque Clover Island Marina is perfect for you and seven guests to gather for casual dining or celebrating a special occasion in their private party area. You and your guests will enjoy spending the $400 gift certificate given by Ice Harbor toward their burgers, sandwiches, pasta, seafood, steaks, and more! Their upscale menu is delicious and affordable. Don’t forget they have the best homemade root beer in town! Of course they feature their award winning beers on tap and have an extensive wine selection too. Tantalize your taste buds and visit them on the web at. Value: $400.
Private Tasting for 10 at The Hogue Cellars. You and nine guests will have a private tasting hosted in Hogue Cellars’ VIP Room. Founded in 1982 by brothers Mike and Gary, it is one of Washington state’s most established and respected wineries. They are located in Eastern Washington's Columbia Valley, the premiere grape growing region of the state. The climate and soils of the Columbia Valley produce grapes with intense fruit flavors and high natural acidity giving their wines a liveliness and ripe, zesty fruit flavor that make them ideal complements to a wide range of food. Hogue Cellars’ wines are available in several distinctive tiers including Hogue, Genesis by Hogue Cellars, The Reserves, and their highly limited production Terroir wines. Come celebrate the Hogue family's vision, entrepreneurial spirit and passion to produce world-class Washington State wines! Visit The Hogue Cellars at www.hoguecellars.com to learn more. Value: $200
$400 Gift Certificate from Husk Office Furniture and Supplies. Does your home or business office need some help with furniture, a new chair, or office supplies? Then this $400 gift certificate will come in handy! Husk Office Furniture & Supplies carries one of the most complete lines of office furniture and supplies in the Tri-Cities. They have a 25,000 square foot facility and showroom! In addition to all of this, Husk offers space-planning services. This item includes free delivery of furniture in the Tri-Cities area. To view their products, visit their website at www.huskoffice.com. Value: $400.
Housecleaning by The Personal Touch and Carpet Cleaning by Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning. Getting ready for a special event or have relatives coming? Do you just need a break from cleaning? Are you looking for a great gift idea? This cleaning package can be used to satisfy these reasons and more! The Personal Touch has donated 6 hours of house cleaning within the Tri-Cities’ area and Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning has donated up to 500 square feet of carpet cleaning plus carpet guard. The 6 hours of house cleaning does not have to be used all at once, but can be used over a series of time. 
To find out more about The Personal Touch, visit their web site at www.personaltouchjanitorial.com. In addition to residential cleaning, they also offer commercial cleaning and in-home pet sitting. Learn more about Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning and how their cleaning experts can tackle the toughest stains and dirt leaving your carpets clean and renewed at www.heavensbest.com. Your carpet will be dry in 1 hour. Estimated Value: $387.
Enjoy Free Pizza Each Week for the Rest of the Year from Papa John’s! You read that right! Papa John’s has generously donated a free medium cheese pizza each week of 2012 after this auction closes. That’s 42 pizza folks! If you like cheese, you'll love their signature mozzarella. It's exclusive to Papa John's and crafted from 100% mozzarella and high-quality milk by one of America's finest cheese producers. Mild and delicate, yet full-bodied in flavor, it's proof that cheese really can “make” the pizza! If you’d like to spice things up, additional toppings are just $1 each. Making a quality pizza using better Ingredients has been the foundation of Papa John's for more than 25 years. Learn more at www.papajohns.com. Value: $336
2 Night Stay in the Tri-Cities at a Paragon Corporate Housing Property. Paragon Corporate Housing offers relocating families, business travelers, and area visitors the perfect alternative to cramped hotels with their unique combination of hotel-like amenities and the space, comfort, and privacy of luxury apartment living. They have 11 locations to choose from in the Tri-Cities all with HDTVs, fully-equipped kitchens, and quality furnishings. Visit www.paragoncorporatehousing.com to find a place you can relax. Value: $150
2 Night Stay in Boise, Idaho at a Paragon Corporate Housing Property. Paragon Corporate Housing guests enjoy twice the space of a typical hotel along with the extras most hotels just cannot provide...fully furnished kitchens; in-suite washers and dryers; and tastefully furnished separate living and sleeping quarters. You’ll be able to experience this luxury yourself with the 2 night stay Paragon Corporate Housing is donating to any of their Boise-area locations. So raid the refrigerator for a late night snack. Enjoy the convenience of never having to leave your home to do the laundry. Bring the family and the pets. In short, take advantage of the many benefits Paragon Corporate Housing has to offer! Visit www.paragoncorporatehousing.com to learn more. Value: $150
Enjoy the March 11th Tri-City Americans vs. the Prince George Cougars Game from a Skybox! This package, generously donated by P.S. Media Inc., features 10 tickets to the Tri-City Americans vs. the Prince George Cougars’ game in Suite #8 at the Toyota Center in Kennewick, WA on March 11, 2012 at 5:05 pm. You and your buds won’t want to miss this ice action! Visit www.amshockey.com to learn more about this awesome hockey team. Visit www.psmediainc.com as well to see how P.S. Media Inc. can help you with a customized total marketing plan. Their full-service advertising agency uses all the tools available in advertising, public relations, web and video production to help clients speak out with a unified message! Estimated Value: $250
Three-Month Full Club Membership for a Family, Couple, or Individual to Columbia Basin Racquet Club in Richland, Washington. Do you need that extra little push to get you motivated? How about a Three-Month Full Club Membership to Columbia Basin Racquet Club! This gift certificate is good for a family, a couple, or an individual. Columbia Basin Racquet Club is a full service fitness center with six indoor tennis courts and 2 outdoor clay courts, two swimming pools, three racquetball courts, a complete weight room, two walking/running tracks, Kinesis Personal Training Studio, Gravity Group Training classes, TRX Suspension Training Classes and Northwest Pilates and Gyrotonic center. CBRC offers over 100 group exercise land and water classes a week including: BodyPump, BodyStep, BodyCombat, BodyAttack, BodyVive, and RPM, Zumba, AquaZumba and Zumbatomic! CBRC also features a Dry Sauna and Steam Room, Whirlpool Spas, a Kids Club Facility, an on-call Masseuse, a Pro Shop, Tanning Facilities, and a Full Service Deli. Personal trainers, a Certified Nutrition Specialist, Pilates, tennis lessons and swim lessons are also available. Visit http://www.my-cbrc.com to learn more about this beautiful facility! Value: $400
Romantic 1-Night Stay in a Superior King Guestroom Including Wine and Gourmet Chocolates at Redmond Inn, Redmond, WA. Are you and a loved one looking for a quick getaway? Try the Redmond Inn! This package includes a one-night stay in a Superior King Guestroom, a delicious assortment of decadent chocolates, a complimentary bottle of Chateau St. Michelle Wine - your choice of either Deep Merlot or Crisp Chardonnay, and keepsake wine glasses with a corkscrew. The Redmond Inn is centrally located in the Eastside business area and just minutes from trails, golf, water sports, shopping, and wine tasting. Art galleries, antique malls and beautiful parks are all close by as well so be sure to use their free shuttle service! To find out more about the hotel and the surrounding area, visit www.RedmondInn.com. Value: $199
Exam and X-Rays from Dr. Andrew T. Mohlman of A Family Dental Center. At A Family Dental Center, they take great pride in providing the highest quality dental care available and they make it their top priority to protect the well-being of their valued patients. They would like you to experience this special treatment yourself and have donated a comprehensive examination with radiographs (x-rays). Being a part of their dental family is sure to make you smile big! Learn more about Dr. Mohlman and how his staff can fill your oral needs at www.afamilydentalcenter.com. Value: $237
Premium Suite Stay at Red Lion Hotel in Pasco with Dinner, Wine, and Breakfast. Tired of the same old routine? Break the rut and rekindle the romance with this package! You and your sweetheart can ease into the evening with the bottle of wine you receive upon arrival. Next, relish your time together over dinner at Bin 20 Steak and Seafood Restaurant where you have up to $75 to use towards delectable delights, but don’t linger too long, you’ve got a beautiful suite to enjoy. Continue the romance the next morning with breakfast in the restaurant that also is included with this package. Learn about other amenities to make your stay special at www.redlion.com and www.bin20.com. Value: $350
Getaway Package from Wildhorse Resort & Casino in Pendleton, Oregon. Let the good times roll at Wildhorse Resort & Casino with more then 1,200 slot machines plus all your favorite table games including roulette, craps, blackjack, poker, keno and bingo! When you are ready to take a break from the casino action, you’ve got a two night stay at this resort’s lovely hotel. You can go for a relaxing swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub. Next to the hotel, you’ll find 18 holes of spectacular golf, featuring beautiful lakes, long fairways and deep bunkers. Experience this course designed by legendary golf architect, John Steidel, with the two, 18 hole rounds of golf included in this package. Continue your winning streak of fun with the two complimentary passes to the Tamastslikt Cultural Institute and “funbook” of casino coupons also offered with this package. Visit the resort’s website at www.wildhorseresort.com to see how it really does pay to play at Wildhorse! Estimated value: $335
1-Night Stay with Dinner at the Icicle Village Resort in Leavenworth, WA. Relax with a night’s stay at the Best Western Icicle Inn, part of the Icicle Village Resort, in gorgeous Leavenworth, WA. The Icicle Inn offers a complimentary European breakfast buffet, excellent dining, pool, spa, and exercise facility. Enjoy the many shops and restaurants as you explore the local Bavarian village. There are numerous outdoor activities throughout the year including hiking, biking, horseback riding, rafting, wagon and sleigh rides, Nordic and alpine skiing, and fishing. Visit the Icicle Junction Activity Center and play miniature golf or watch a blockbuster hit in their Movie Theatre! The Icicle Inn has also included a $60 dinner voucher to J.J. Hill’s Fresh Grill Restaurant & Bar where you can enjoy the history of the Great Northern Railroad, old Leavenworth photos, a model train circling the dining room, and, of course, food made with fresh, flavorful ingredients. Special diet needs are also accommodated. To learn more, view the website at www.iciclevillage.com. Estimated Value: $260
1-Night Stay for Two in the Chateaux Mini-Suite at the Hampton Inn in Richland, WA plus Breakfast. Overlook the mighty Columbia River with a stay in the beautiful Chateaux Mini-Suite at the Hampton Inn in Richland! This spacious suite offers an over-sized king bed, double size sofa sleeper, desk, microwave, mini refrigerator, 37” television, and a breathtaking view of the Columbia River. Should you wish to venture from your suite, this inn has a 24-hour indoor pool and spa, an exercise facility, and a complimentary hot breakfast. You are also located in the heart of Richland within walking distance of a golf course, several parks, tennis courts, the local boat marina and more. There are wonderful local wineries worth visiting and some great shopping near the hotel too, but the Columbia River is the star of the area beckoning travelers for fishing, rafting, and watching wildlife. Visit www.richland.hamptoninn.com for more information on this lovely hotel. Value: $195
Dinner and Hotel Package from Outback Steakhouse and Quality Inn Kennewick. Hmm, will it be a USDA choice steak, lobster tails, or are you in the mood for parmesan pasta? These are the things you’ll ponder with the $45 gift card donated by Outback Steakhouse in this package. No matter what your choice, you’re sure to appreciate that each dish is prepared with pride and the freshest, highest-quality food possible. Their soups, salad dressings, and sauces are all made from scratch! View their menu at www.outback.com. After your meal, head to the Quality Inn in Kennewick to swim in the indoor heated pool or relax in the nearby hot tub. Then it’s off to bed where you’ll rest easy with your overnight stay. The Quality Inn is conveniently located in the heart of the Tri-Cities area and provides easy access to many local points of interest such as the Toyota Center multi-purpose arena and the Columbia Center Mall. Guests are provided many amenities such as a free hot breakfast and free wireless high-speed Internet access. Learn more about this hotel by visiting www.QualityInn.ChoiceHotels.com. Estimated value: $157
1 Night of Lodging from Silver Cloud Inn on Lake Union and Admission for 2 to Seattle Children’s Theatre. Enjoy the Emerald City and surrounding areas with this package! You’ll receive 2 tickets to an evening performance by the Seattle Children’s Theatre. The kid inside of you will be delighted with your choices of plays: A Single Shard (by Newbery Award-winning author Linda Sue Park), HELP (music and play about The Beatles), and The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Favorites (whimsical music and imaginative puppetry engage the senses and enchant all ages). This theatre is located on the Seattle Center grounds—the hub of Seattle boasting world-class museums and cultural events just steps away from the Space Needle. Learn more about the theatre, their mission, and play dates at www.sct.org. After your play, head to the south end of scenic Lake Union to the Silver Cloud Inn. This hotel is two miles from downtown Seattle’s fine shops and restaurants and just five miles from the University of Washington campus. With spectacular waterfront views of Lake Union and Seattle, breakfast, parking, 42" plasma TVs, complimentary high-speed wired and wireless Internet access, microwaves, refrigerators, and indoor pool and spa, this is the place to rest your weary head! Don’t want to drive in the city? This 100% non-smoking hotel also offers local area shuttle service! Take a virtual tour of this hotel at www.silvercloud.com. Value $281
Bronze Republic Sun Splash Package with Bronzing Lotions Plus a 3 Month Gold's Gym Membership. The wait is over!! Bronze Republic Tanning Salon and Sun Spa have come to the Tri-Cities! Experience an upscale, urban escape from grey skies and the daily grind with the Sun Splash Tanning Package being offered by this salon. You’ll receive 4 tans using three different methods to ensure a healthy glow. Two tans are done in the traditional 20 minute bed, one in the incredibly fast 9 minute booth, and one using the latest tanning technology – the Sun Angel bed. This bed reads your skin to offer you the perfect tan without over-exposing all while pampering you with aromatherapy, body mist, temperature control, and a 3D-Sound system with MP3 player dock. Bronzing lotions from Designer Skin are also included to hydrate skin and sustain deep color. Learn more about Kennewick's newest salon by calling (509) 736-3337.
Bronze Republic’s exclusive program with Gold’s Gym allows members tanning convenience within walking distance. To prove it, a three month membership to Gold’s Gym is included with this listing! Gold’s combines the latest cardio and strength training equipment in the industry with the best personal training to deliver the ultimate fitness experience. For a list of the amenities this gym has to offer, visit www.goldsgym.com/kennewickwa. This is your chance to look good and feel good! Estimated Value: $273
24”x 48” Original Artwork by WyattsCreations. Add a focus point to any room with this original abstract art piece by Marcia at WyattsCreations! It’s bold and makes a statement with vibrant, clay based resin color and texture that you’ll want to reach out and touch. Marcia’s artwork has been shown in many juried shows, Western Washington, and commercial buildings. Now you can have an inspiring, unique piece for yourself! No brush and canvas here-texture is troweled on wood--just like 14th Century art, but with 21st Century appeal. Guaranteed to make people look! See more from this artist at www.wyattscreations.com. Value: $300
2 Roundtrip Coach Tickets on the Amtrak Empire Builder. AMTRAK will provide you with complimentary round-trip transportation for two in coach class on the route of the Amtrak Empire Builder between any departure and destination point desired. Traveling daily between Chicago and the Pacific Northwest along major portions of the Lewis and Clark trail, Amtrak's Empire Builder provides the perfect way to experience the rugged splendor of the American West. The mighty Empire Builder takes you on an exciting adventure through majestic wilderness, following the footsteps of early pioneers. From Chicago, you'll have magnificent views of the Mississippi and see the glowing night skyline of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Awake the next morning as you cross the North Dakota plains and travel over the spectacular Gassman Coulee Trestle. Skirting the Missouri, you'll cross into the Big Sky country in Montana. From Spokane, you can continue on to Seattle or head down the Columbia River Gorge toward Portland for spectacular views of Mt. Hood and Beacon Rock. During the spring and summer months, National Park Service guides are onboard the Empire Builder between Seattle and Shelby, MT from the Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park providing educational opportunities to Amtrak passengers for the purpose of fostering appreciation of America's natural and cultural heritage. So, plan a short trip or a long one – it’s up to you! For more details about the route of the Empire Builder visit www.amtrak.com. Estimated Value: $1,272
$100 Towards Landscaping Products and 10 Yards of Gravel from Central Pre-Mix Concrete Company of Pasco. Planning to do some yard work? Central Pre-Mix Concrete Company has donated a $100 gift certificate for landscaping products and 10 yards of gravel, which they’ll deliver, for whatever projects you have! Their gift certificate can be used for such things as stepping-stones, anchor diamonds, retaining wall blocks, paving stones, and flagstone. Landscape items are to be picked up on-site. Gravel will be delivered free of charge to a Tri-City location only. Central Pre-Mix has been supplying quality Ready-mixed Concrete, Sand and Gravel, Crushed Rock Products and Construction Supplies for over 80 years. With many strategic locations and a large fleet of equipment, they can provide the materials and supplies you need for any project size. Learn more at www.centralpremix.com. Value: $375
7-Night Stay at the Torres Mazatlan Resort in Mazatlan, Mexico, provided by Vacation Internationale. Grab those flip-flops and sunglasses and head to Mazatlan for a 7-night stay in a one bedroom condo. Known as the 'Pearl of the Pacific', Mazatlan boasts miles of pristine beaches, rich history, and bountiful outdoor activities. You'll find endless ways to spend your days, from visiting the historic sights of one of the oldest inhabited areas in Mexico, to relaxing in the surf and sun of the Zona Dorada (Golden Zone). Sip mango margaritas at the palapa restaurant and bar while planning your next day's activities. Torres Mazatlan offers a wealth of onsite amenities, including a beach, swimming pool with kids pool and jacuzzi, tennis, and a full activities program. Whether you are looking for deep sea fishing, bullfights, disco, exceptional dining, shopping or simply sun filled days, Mazatlan has so much to offer that you are sure to make memories to cherish. To learn more, visit the resort at www.vacationinternationale.com; click on “VI Resorts”; click on “Torres Mazatlan.” Also view the information under “Check-in Info”. This item donated by Vacation Internationale. Estimated Value: $1,250
5-Night Stay at the Vallarta Torre Resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, provided by Vacation Internationale. Vallarta Torre is located on the beach in sunny Puerto Vallarta approximately two miles south of the airport and a short cab ride from downtown Puerto Vallarta. Puerto Vallarta is one of the friendliest and most diverse beach destinations in the world. Once a tiny fishing village, Puerto Vallarta is now a world class resort that has retained all of the quaint charms of the original picturesque colonial village yet embodies all of the characteristics you've come to expect in a modern resort. Enjoy the sun and sand here with a 5-night stay in a one bedroom condo. Your Vallarta Torre abode features Spanish tiled floors and Mexican-style furnishings. Amenities include a palapa bar for beach and poolside service, a restaurant, swimming pool, jacuzzi, mini market, 24-hour security, shuffleboard, barbecue area and purified water throughout the resort. Venture out to explore all that Puerto Vallarta has to offer, including Zipline Canopy Tours that have you shooting over rapids Tarzan style, or Eco tours that bring biologists and naturalists together to explain the native humpback whale pod in Bandaras Bay. This is what vacation dreams are made of. To learn more, go to www.vacationinternationale.com; click on “VI Resorts”; click on “Vallarta Torre.” Also view the information under “Check-in Info”. This item donated by Vacation Internationale. Estimated Value: $950
5-Night Stay at the Oasis Resort in Palm Springs, California provided by Vacation Internationale. Once known as the 'Playground of the Stars', Palm Springs is a small city with the legacy, amenities, and history of a large cosmopolitan city. Located at the foot of the majestic Mount San Jacinto in the Coachella Valley, Palm Springs contains some of the world's most famous golf courses, as well as swimming, tennis, horseback riding and hiking in the nearby desert and mountain areas. Your home base at the Oasis offers Spanish-style villas spread over 27 acres of awe-inspiring desert landscape with 8 pools, 9 jacuzzis, 4 fountains, 5 lighted tennis courts and 2 bikes with each unit. Enjoy these amenities or simply relax for 5 nights in your one bedroom condo. Discover the variety of things to do as well from the 'Walk of Stars' in downtown to a cool trip on the Aerial Tramway or to the International Film Festival. The desert is a year round adventure! To learn more, go to www.vacationinternationale.com; click on “VI Resorts”; click on “Oasis.” Also view the information under “Check-in Info”. This item donated by Vacation Internationale. Estimated Value: $1,000
2 Night Stay in Salt Lake City, Utah at a Paragon Corporate Housing Property. Experience elegant downtown living in the heart of Salt Lake City, Utah with this two night stay in a one-bedroom suite from Paragon Corporate Housing. With stunning views, sparkling pools, fitness centers, washer and dryers, and numerous other amenities, you’re sure to have an enjoyable time. You can work, shop, dine and play right outside your door too with Paragon’s great locations! To see the specific properties Paragon has to offer in Salt Lake City, visit their website at www.paragoncorporatehousing.com. Start planning your visit to this amazing city today! Value: $360
1 Night Stay for Two in a Suite at the Best Western Park Plaza in Puyallup, WA. Nestled in one of western Washington's lush valleys, the Best Western Park Plaza offers a quiet, peaceful retreat while still being close to restaurants, businesses and shops. This full-service hotel is a 100% non-smoking property featuring completely renovated rooms with fabulous amenities such as Keurig single cup brewers, iPod docking stations and 42" flat screen TV's. Onsite is a new fitness center as well as an indoor pool and spa. Guests receive a complimentary full hot breakfast and an evening snack with their stay. The location of this hotel is great too! They are the closest hotel to the Western Washington Fairgrounds which hosts a variety of events throughout the year including the famed Puyallup Fair. They are less than 15 minutes from Fort Lewis, McChord Air Force Base, the Boeing Frederickson Plant and Pacific Lutheran University. They are also near the Tacoma Dome, Point Defiance Park & Zoo and Mount Rainier National Park. Add in the area antique shops and museums and you have many ways to spend an enjoyable afternoon! View this beautiful hotel at www.bestwesternparkplaza.com. Value: $169
1 Night Stay in a Suite from Holiday Inn Express and Puyallup, WA Fair Tickets. Enjoy a day at the 2012 Spring Fair in Puyallup, WA, April 19-22, with 4 gate admissions. Offering one of the Northwest’s favorite family traditions with exhibits, arts & crafts, rides, animals, agriculture, food, floral displays, fantastic free entertainment, and KidZone, this is an event you won’t want to miss! You can go hog-wild planning your visit at www.thefair.com. Rest up from your busy day with the one night stay from the Holiday Inn Express included in this package. They're a preferred choice among hotels in Puyallup and Sumner with some of the best perks around including a hot breakfast buffet (featuring their famous cinnamon rolls), an indoor pool, 24-hour Fitness Center, and in-room DVD players. You'll also find that some of the area's most popular destinations are just a short walk or drive. For example, you can walk to South Hill Mall, which boasts more than 120 stores and a movie theatre. Mount Rainier is an easy day’s drive and from the Washington State Museum to the Museum of Glass, there is plenty to see in nearby Tacoma. Learn more at http://www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/puyallup/pulwa/hoteldetail. Estimated Value: $225
Family Portrait Package from Kim Fetrow Photography. Produce a lasting reminder of your loved ones with this portrait package from photographer Kim Fetrow. She is donating a two hour family photo session (up to 5 people) in the Tri-Cities, a DVD of photos, and a release to print photos. Kim loves to capture relationships between people and has a gift for putting people at ease. She makes picture taking fun so that even the most nervous of subjects relax. Let her passion and dedication to the photography profession delight you! View Kim’s gallery at http://kimfetrow.com/. Estimated Value: $450
Thomas Kinkade “Springtime at Apple Hill” from the Thomas Kinkade Gallery of Tri-Cities, WA. Thomas Kinkade is widely regarded as one of the foremost living painters of light. He uses techniques of the late nineteenth century American painters, known as Luminists. His paintings radiate light, inviting viewers to bask in the nostalgia of earlier, less stressful times. He attributes that special “Kinkade Glow” to soft edges, a warm palette and an overall sense of light. “Springtime at Apple Hill” has a serene simplicity and is adorned with the beauty and light Kinkade is known for. This limited edition print is signed, numbered 1793/1950, comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, and is framed measuring 29” x 32”. This is art that can be appreciated and enjoyed by everyone! Visit the Thomas Kinkade Gallery in its cozy showplace at 19 N. Cascade Street in downtown Kennewick. Here you’ll find more inspiring creations by Kinkade as well as other stunning surprises! Estimated Value: $359
Tri-City Americans Hockey Package with Team Autographed Stick, Bobblehead, and 4 Tickets for March 11, 2012 vs. Prince George. Score your own personal hat trick with the three items you get in this package! You’ll receive 4 tickets for Sunday, March 11, 2012, against Prince George, a Winger Bobblehead, and a 2011-2012 commemorative team autographed stick! This is a great night to go too because there is a free skate with the team on the Toyota Center ice after the game. Visit www.amshockey.com to learn more about this awesome team. Approximate Value: $345
Paintball Party for 4 from Red Dot Paintball. Looking for a fun activity with your friends, a new idea for a birthday party, an employee team building exercise, or maybe even a bachelor party event? Then consider this paintball party package for four people by Red Dot Paintball in West Richland, WA! Each guest receives admission, air supply, rental equipment to play, and 100 rounds of paintballs. All will enjoy the strategy and skill involved in taking their friends or co-workers down with a paintball gun. Whether you are a paintball pro or a first timer, Red Dot experts will teach you what you need to know to have a blast. Create a memorable experience for all with this package! To learn more about what Red Dot Paintball has to offer and their field to play on, visit www.reddotpaintball.com. Value: $200
Room Makeover for Homes in the Tri-Cities, WA. Do you have a room in your house that needs a little sprucing up and you just aren’t sure what to do? Well, you can transform it from tired to fashionable with this package! You’ll receive 4 hours of redesign services from Stage it Now!; 4 gallons of paint in the color of your choosing; whole room painting of the walls by 4 Seasons Color; and custom window fashions from Gotcha Covered, a V2K company! 
To learn more about the businesses donating to this package, visit the following websites: www.gotchacovered.com/tri-cities, www.stageitnow.info, and www.4seasonscolor.com. Put your personality into your home and have fun with the help of these professionals!! Estimated Value: $1,250
5 Day Rental – Any Vehicle in Fleet – from Toyota Rent a Car. Looking for a secure, reliable way to travel with increased comfort on your next trip? Perhaps you need to replace a car that’s at the mechanics or want to carry more people and luggage then your present car can hold. You might even be considering the purchase of a certain type of car, but wish to try that model out for awhile first. Whatever the circumstances, Toyota Rent a Car is providing a great option for you with their donation of a 5-day rental, Monday through Friday, of any vehicle in their fleet. How fun to plan where you want to go, when you want, in the best vehicle possible! Remember, “It's not just a rental...it's a TOYOTA!” To learn more on how Toyota of Tri-Cities and their rent a car program excel in all facets of their operations, visit http://www.toyotaoftricities.com/index.htm. Approximate Value: $450
Cedars Inn and Suites Overnight Stay with Breakfast and $50 to the Bonefish Grill. Rest your weary bones in the luxuriously comfortable beds at Cedars Inn & Suites Kennewick. The newest of all Kennewick hotels, their entire property is designed around your complete comfort and satisfaction. You’ll appreciate the relaxing vibe of their contemporary décor and their many amenities such as flat-screen televisions, cable access, wireless Internet, indoor pool, in-room refrigerators, and comfortable workstations. They don't miss a thing when it comes to ensuring your complete satisfaction. They also have extended stay studio kitchen suites for those needing a longer stay. Kennewick, along with Pasco and Richland, comprises what locals and Washingtonians all over like to call the Tri-Cities. Rich with history, natural beauty, a thriving arts scene and gorgeous wine country, the Tri-Cities has something for everyone. Come visit and stay at Cedars Inn & Suites Kennewick! Learn more at www.CedarsInnKennewick.com. While you are here, enjoy dinner at the Bonefish Grill with the $50 they are giving you to spend! They take pride in serving food and drinks that will surprise and delight you. From innovative recipes, to contemporary renditions of the classics, their chef-driven menu and bar-fresh cocktails are designed to indulge your senses. To find out more about their unique and inspired dishes, visit their site at www.bonefishgrill.com. Estimated Value $120
Movie Tickets from Fairchild Cinemas in Pasco, WA and a $100 Gift Card to Texas Roadhouse compliments of Washington Trust Bank. Have a fun night on the town with this dinner and movie package! You'll receive 4 tickets to use for a movie at Fairchild Cinemas. Experience the difference in this state of the art cinema with digital sound; 3D capabilities; stadium seating; plush, high-back, rocking seats; and DLP digital projection in all their auditoriums. 
See what movies are showing at www.fairchildcinemas.com. With their self-serve concessions, you can have as much butter on your popcorn as you like. Save some room though as you have $100 to spend at one of our area’s newest restaurants, Texas Roadhouse. They handcraft almost everything they serve and brag about their Hand-Cut Steaks, Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs, Made-From-Scratch Sides, Fresh-Baked Bread, and large portions. You’ll get a kick out of their line dancing servers too! 
This dining gift card was generously donated to Junior Achievement by Washington Trust Bank who is committed to making the neighborhoods they serve great places to live, work and raise a family. Learn more about them at www.watrust.com. The gift card can be redeemed at over 300 Texas Roadhouse locations across America as well! Value $136
Six-Month Full Club Membership for an Individual to LifeQuest Fitness Center, Pasco, WA. With this Six-Month Full Club Membership from LifeQuest Fitness Center you’ll discover there are many ways to get fit and stay that way! They offer the latest in exercise classes as well as have a large cardio deck with a multitude of bikes, treadmills, ellipticals and rowing machines. Their main floor has a co-ed strength and conditioning center with equipment from Life Fitness, Cybex, and Strive. They also offer a private workout studio for ladies only that houses a wide variety of strength and cardio equipment. Check out their programs designed to enhance the sports performance of athletes young and old too! For a complete list of services and amenities, visit them at www.lifequestfitness.net. You’ll see how they can provide you with a refreshingly positive workout experience to help YOU reach YOUR goals. Value: $375
A Day at the Races for 4 from Emerald Downs and One Night at Best Western Peppertree Auburn Inn. Go Baby Go! The sport of Thoroughbred racing is like no other. The pounding hooves and pounding hearts give the sport its own rhythm and its own intensity. Experience it yourself with the “Day at the Races” Emerald Downs is providing that includes admission, official programs, and reserved seating for 4 people for the 2012 racing season. You’ll also receive a wagering guide to help you learn wagering techniques, simple betting angles and about the major players in each race: the horse, the jockey and the trainer. Visit www.emeralddowns.com for even more information. 
Unwind after all the excitement with a one night stay at the Best Western Peppertree Auburn Inn where you’ll enjoy their contemporary-styled accommodations outfitted with complimentary, high-speed Internet access, 42” flat screen televisions, telephones with data ports, a 24-hour exercise facility, a business center, indoor swimming pool, and spa. To learn more about their hospitality and guest-focused services go to www.PeppertreeAuburn.com. Estimated Value: $169
Snoqualmie Vineyards Private Tour & Tasting for Six. Experience an exciting afternoon at Snoqualmie Winery. You and your five guests will start with an informative, exclusive tour of this Prosser Winery. A private tasting, featuring carefully selected wines paired with fine cheeses will follow. As a special memento of your visit, each guest will receive a bottle of one of Snoqualmie’s fine wines to take home. Visit this lovely winery at www.snoqualmie.com. Value: $225
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