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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

30th Annual

Festival of Trees

November, 27 2020

Presented by:

#1. A CHRISTMAS GARDEN Sponsor: Elwha River Casino Designer: Priscilla Lorentzen Helpers: Charlene Meneely, Kaitlyn Lorentzen Givesmart Item #101 A Christmas Garden There is a special winter garden And it blossoms each December It is planted with the seed Of every Christmas we remember There's mistletoe for laughter, There's holly for good cheer, There's evergreen to symbolize The hope of the new year There's poinsettia for beauty, And for sweetness there is the bay, May the harvest of all these, and more be yours this Christmas day.

PREMIUM: VIP Table for Eight at the 31st Annual Festival of Trees Win a VIP Table at the 2021 Festival of Trees with this beautiful tree. Enjoy this table for you and seven of your friends, front and center including your own wait staff!

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,200

#2. A FARMHOUSE CHRISTMAS Sponsor: OSP Sling Designer: Jennifer Baker

Givesmart Item #102 Enjoy a warm and cozy Christmas around this tree decorated with Buffalo plaids and homemade ornaments. Whether you grew up at the end of a gravel road or have simply fallen in love with the laid-back charms of rustic style, this tree fills any home with joy and warmth.

PREMIUM: Strike Gold With This Camaraderie Package The Seattle Wine Awards are one of the most thorough reviews of Washington wines. Port Angeles’ Camaraderie Winery submitted six submissions that received the Gold or Double Gold Recognition, and you can take home four bottles of each (two total cases). Camaraderie also won a Gold in the “Diamonds of the Decade” category for its 2010 Reserve Cabernet. This category was added to show how well Washington wines age.

You receive four bottles each of: 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon – Gold 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon – Double Gold 2016 Syrah – Double Gold 2017 Cabernet France – Gold 2017 – Grace – Gold 2017 Tempranillo – Gold

PREMIUM VALUE: $780 Donated by: Camaraderie Cellars

#3. PAWS FOR CHRISTMAS Sponsor: Thomas Building Center Designer: Nicole Blackburn Helpers: Sydney and Nicholas Blackburn

Givesmart Item #103 As Christmas approaches, Let us "paws" in Thanksgiving For all the wonderful moments we have shared with our furry family members.

"Only a true friend can leave paw prints on our heart"

PREMIUM: Personalized Bottles of Wine from Harbinger Here is your chance to own your own personalized wine.

You will receive three cases of Harbinger’s Sauvignon Blanc with your own custom label: • You can name the wine (i.e. Seahawk White, or named after your business, etc.)

• You can add the line, “From the Personal Collection of (your name)” • Produced and bottled by Harbinger Winery Also includes a Red Dog Coffee $30 Gift Card and $50 to Paw Prince Grooming Boarding and Training

PREMIUM VALUE: $780 Donated by: Harbinger Winery

#4. WINNIE THE POOH Sponsor: Wilder Auto Center Designer: Hallie Stevens, James Stafford

Givesmart Item #104 In 1924 A.A. Milne brought Winnie The Pooh to life. The name Winnie was adopted from an American Black Bear at the London Zoo where her owner named her after her hometown of Winnipeg, Canada. In Latin Winnie The Pooh was translated to become the first foreign language book making the NY Times Best Sellers list.

Today we bring a piece of that history in a festive form by displaying the classic tales of Disney's Winnie The Pooh Christmas Style.

PREMIUM: A Woman Remembered This fabulous piece of art from Mexican artist Victoria Montesinos will be a fabulous addition to your home. The painting itself is 24 x 30 inches, framed it is 40 x 50 inches.

Also with this tree comes 10 novels by local author Linda B. Myers: Dr. Emma’s Improbably Happenings Fun House Chronicles Bear in Mind Hard to Bear Bear at Sea Three Bears: Short Mysteries from PI Bear Jacobs The Slightly Altered History of Cascadia Secrets of the Big Island Creation of Madness Fog Coast Runaway

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,750 Donated by: Linda B Myers

#5. DUMBO Sponsor: North Olympic Healthcare Network Designer: Charity VanAusdle Helpers: Phyllis Carey, Bonnie Nerbovig, Crystal

Givesmart Item #105 Welcome to the circus, get your popcorn and cotton candy. Are you ready for the show?

Keep your eyes peeled as pink elephants go by and I think I've seen about everything when I've seen an elephant fly.

Merry Christmas.

PREMIUM: Trip for Two to South Africa This is the trip of a lifetime. The winning bidder will experience the Zulu Nyala Game Reserve in South Africa. This is in the heart of one of Africa’s richest conservation regions. You will see elephants, rhinos, leopards, buffalo, crocodiles, cheetahs, giraffes, hippos, zebras, kudu and over 400 species of birds.

This trip includes: Six days/six nights luxury accommodations Three meals per day Two daily open game drives in Open Land Cruisers Good for two years from purchase date

PREMIUM VALUE: $5,950

#6. AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL Sponsor: Fraternal Order of Eagles #483 Designer: Susan Brooker, Nancy Trujillo, Sylvia Ostroot Helpers: James Lawrence Becky Ketchum, Sarah Kaser

Givesmart Item #106

Celebrating our beautiful Red, White and Blue, America the Beautiful. Red, White, and Blue sparkles adorning a majestic NW tree, honoring our great flag and country, Home of the Free and the Brave.

PREMIUM:

Premium Wine & YMCA Membership

This tree comes with one adult year-long membership and 12 bottles of premium wine donated by the Eagles Trustees.

The premium wine includes: 3 bottles of Lindeman's Gentleman's Collection, Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Batch No.1 3 bottles of Prisoner Wine Co. Unshackled 2018, Cabernet Sauvignon 3 bottles of Beringer Estate Selection, Knights Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 3 bottles of Stag's Leap Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,874

#7. IT CAN'T BE CHRISTMAS ALREADY Sponsor: Gellor Insurance Designer: Molly Smith

Givesmart Item #107 Can it really be Christmas already? Maybe this has caught you off guard as well.

This traditional tree will be the answer to your challenge of getting your home ready for Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

PREMIUM: Trip for Two to Anywhere Alaska Airlines Flies With More than 1,200 departures, Alaska Airlines has been named No. 1 for overall operational performance for the last three years by the Wall Street Journal.

This is good for up to two years.

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,400

#8. OH THE PLACES YOU'LL GO... IF ONLY YOU COULD Sponsor: Peninsula Daily News Designer: Kathy Skinner Givesmart Item #108 Sound familiar?

It is surely the way many of us feel. So, until the time when we can finally travel again, here is a reminder of just how wonderful our world truly is.

It’s Christmas Around the World right in your own bubble! Enjoy memories of where you’ve been and imagine new memories of where you hope to go.

Enjoy!

PREMIUM: $3,000 in Advertising from the Peninsula Daily News & A Stay in Leavenworth!

Win this incredible $3,000 advertising package from the Peninsula Daily News!

Also includes a overnight stay at the new spa resort in Leavenworth, the fabulous Post Hotel. Set on the river with spectacular mountain views in downtown Leavenworth.

PREMIUM VALUE: $3,300 Donated by: Peninsula Daily News

#9. CHRISTMAS OF EMOJIS Sponsor: Rinehart Consulting Designer: Suzie VanAusdle Helpers: Phyllis Carey, Bonnie Norbovig, Pat Nebel, Crystal Givesmart Item #109 This tree shows the never-before-seen secret world inside your smartphone. Hidden within the messaging app is Textopolis, a bustling city where all your favorite emojis live, hoping to be selected by the phone's user.

Covered in fluffy Emoji Pillows, this colorful tree is here to make your Christmas a peaceful one.

PREMIUM: Two Outdoor Toy Structures Along with this tree is included two outdoor toy structures. An airplane for you to fly and a racecar sandbox to keep you entertained for years.

Built by Crystal Abbott, decorated by Bonita Nerbovig and crew, with two-inch-thick lumber donated by Thomas Lumber, and painted and sealed with weather resistant paint donated by Rodda Paints in Sequim.

PREMIUM VALUE: PRICELESS!

#10. AT “GINGERBREAD” HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Sponsor: D.A. Davidson Designer: Anja Watson, Bryan Campbell Helpers: Lea Watson Givesmart Item #110 I made a house of gingerbread ... it was so sugary sweet.

It took me all day long to make ... but lasted just a week!

Monday I ate the ceiling ... Tuesday I ate the door.

Wednesday I ate the windows ... Thursday I ate the floor.

Saturday I ate the lawn ... Sunday I licked up the crumbs.

My Gingerbread house is gone.

PREMIUM: Tickets to the OMC Foundation’s Many Events The OMC Foundation is known for putting on some of the best events on the Olympic Peninsula. Here is all that you will receive if you are the successful bidder for this item: A table at the Red, Set, Go Heart Luncheon, slated for Feb. 26 A VID Corporate Duck for the Duck Derby race, set for May 23 10 tickets to Hog Wild, a night of games, suds and grub at Harbinger Winery in August (TBA) A table to the Harvest of Hope Winemaker’s Gala that benefits the OMC Cancer Center (October date TBA).

PREMIUM VALUE: $2,580

#11. HOLIDAY MOVIE EXTRAVAGANZA Sponsor: Dr. Dirk & Kelly Gouge Designer: Amy Anderson

Givesmart Item #111 LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION‼ Put on your comfy PJ’s and settle in to enjoy a festive holiday movie marathon with family and friends.

This tree comes with 25 classic Christmas DVD’s sure to get you in the holiday spirit all season long.

Make your own popcorn with the nostalgic popcorn cart and fun fixings included with the tree.

Create special memories sharing these timeless Christmas treasures with loved ones this holiday season.

PREMIUM: The Finest of European Wines – Take Home a Case of Each (36 bottles) This is the highest rated wine that we’ve ever auctioned off – a case of 99 point rated Italian wine, a 2016 bottle of Eremo San Quirico.

Cabernet Sauvignon originated in the Bordeaux region of France – here’s a case of 2015 Cotes de Bordeaux Chateau Hyot Reserve, rated 92 points.

The white wine Savignon Blanc was born in France’s Loire Valley – a case of 91 point rated 2018 Sauvignon Blanc Les Silex 2018 Touraine Loire Valley Domaine Beausejour.

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,380

#12. ANGELS IN THE CLOUDS Sponsor: Irwin Dental Center Designer: Esther Alward Helper: Ron Hendricks Givesmart Item #112 This angel tree is dedicated to your loved ones.

As you look at the angel tree, allow yourself a moment to remember your happy memories and good times together.

Happy holidays to you.

PREMIUM: Willie Nelson Autographed Guitar This guitar has been signed by Willie Nelson, one of the most recognized names in country music. His hits have included “On the Road Again,” “To All the Girls I’ve Loved Before,” and “Pancho & Lefty.” Willie has appeared in many films and helped start the Farm Aid fundraisers to help American farmers. He is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and has won eight Country Music Awards and nine Grammys.

This guitar is full-sized, electric, and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

PREMIUM VALUE: PRICELESS

#13. ALL THAT GLITTERS IS GOLD Sponsor: Park View Villas Designer: Cassie Fredrickson

Givesmart Item #113 A state of mind As life unfolds At a holiday soirée So sparkly and gold Leaving a trail to never be forgotten A beautiful sight to behold.

PREMIUM: Dinner for Eight with Renowned Chef Michael Diem Michael Diem moved to Sequim, but before that he was a renowned chef in San Francisco, Seattle, Santa Monica and Sun Valley, Idaho. He’ll prepare a six course meal for you and seven other people.

After graduating from the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco (where he worked with outstanding chefs at some of the best restaurants in the city), he was the Chef de Tournand and sous chef at Fuller’s Restaurant in Seattle. From there he opened the Broadway Bar and Grill in Santa Monica and a fine dining restaurant in Sun Valley in an affluent ski town.

Fortunately for all of us, Chef Michael has relocated to Sequim – “I can enjoy the peace and tranquility that this area has to offer. Sequim represents all of the best features of Washington.”

PREMIUM VALUE: PRICELESS Donated by: Michael Diem

#14. ANNALEE COLLECTIBLES Sponsor: Crestwood Health & Rehabilitation Designer: Stephanie Casillas

Givesmart Item #114 This tree was decorated In Loving Memory of Caroline Cays Baumunk, a friend who loved Christmas and her Annalee collection.

Annalee dolls have been handmade in America since the 1930's, each having unique painted faces and designs.

All are hand sewn and numbered. The collection includes more seasons than just Christmas and under the tree are included boxes of the collectible dolls and ornaments for the other holidays as well.

Enjoy every holiday with these unique collectibles and make your home decorations a treasured part of your family traditions.

PREMIUM: Private Wine Experiences in Napa Valley This package starts with airfare for two. While in Napa Valley, you will stay at a stylish and sophisticated guest house, which overlooks mountains, vineyards and a picturesque 100-year-old barn. The guest houses are located in the heart of Napa Valley at the base of Howell Mountain, five minutes from St Helena. You will also learn about winemaking and wine tasting from true insiders at two Napa Valley boutique wineries.

This is truly an exclusive and unique vacation experience that will be remembered for a lifetime!

Your getaway package for two includes: Airfare for two to Napa Valley Three days/two nights at a private guest house in Napa Private wine tastings at two Napa Valley boutique wineries

PREMIUM VALUE: $2,075

#15. CARE BEARS CHRISTMAS Sponsor: Assured Hospice of Clallam County Designer: Charity VanAusdle Helpers: Phyllis Carey, Bonnie Nerbovig, Crystal Givesmart Item #115 Care-a-lot is a place we all can go Whenever we choose it.

Care-a-lot is a feeling we all know We never do lose it.

Riding on a cloud you'll care a lot, It’s a rainbow fantasy, Come join us.

PREMIUM: Kenny Chesney Autographed Guitar This guitar has been signed by Kenny Chesney, one of the most successful crossover country artists.

He has produced more than 40 top 10 singles, 31 of which have reached No. 1! This guitar is full-sized and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

PREMIUM VALUE: PRICELESS

#16. MINION EREINN BOSCO Sponsor: Keybank Designer: Suzie VanAusdle Helpers: Phyllis Carey, Bonnie Nerbovig, Pate Nebel, Crystal Givesmart Item #116 Minion Ereinn Bosca (means Minion Christmas Tree in “Minion-ese”) Minions are small, Twinkie-shaped, minion-ese speaking, banana-loving henchmen, that the whole world adores. These little rascals took the world by storm in 2010 and haven't stopped since.

This Minion Christmas tree is guaranteed to make you smile, covered in minions and plenty of bananas to feed them.

Watch the Minion Movie, and make sure your minions are not causing trouble. MERRY EREINN (Merry Christmas)Minion Ereinn Bosca

PREMIUM: The Complete Confluence Package Only two Washington wines won double gold in the prestigious 2017 Jefferson Cup Wine Invitational.

One was created by the OMC Foundation, and there’s only two cases left of this vintage Confluence II. This package includes three bottles of the award winning Confluence II, three bottles of the extremely rare Confluence I, and a case each of Confluence III and Confluence IV.

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,080 Donated by: Camaraderie Cellars

#17. HOUSE DIVIDED Sponsor: Hermann Brothers Designer: Glenda Cable Helpers: Dick Cable, Emily Cable, Kaiden Tosland Givesmart Item #117 Family gatherings, game days and, especially the Apple Cup. The Cougars in their crimson and gray, the Huskies in their purple and gold, mingle and compete in a house divided by team loyalties.

Cougar and Husky colors adorn this tree along with special ornaments.

Get your game on! Go Cougs! or Go Huskies!

Thank you to super seamstress Diane Gill & Serene Moments Productions and Karianne Minks of Serene Moments Productions.

PREMIUM: Dinner for Eight at Bill & Kay Hermann’s Family Ranch Two of the Festival of Trees and community’s biggest supporters are opening up their family ranch for a fabulous dinner experience.

PREMIUM VALUE: PRICELESS Donated by: Bill & Kay Hermann

#18. FA LA LA LLAMA Sponsor: State Farm Designer: Megan Scott Helpers: Shanna Scott

Givesmart Item #118 Deck the halls with furry llamas, Fa la la la la, la la la llama!

Your holidays will be even jollier when you're surrounded by these adorable bright-eyed companions and the festive sight and colors of South America.

PREMIUM: An Evening at Barhop!

Like many native Californians, Tom struggled with all the rain in the Northwest until he figured out what to do with it: start fermenting it! And so, Barhop Brewing was born in Port Angeles.

You will have a fun evening for you and seven guests! You will learn about the actual beer making experience from Barhop Brewing’s Head Brewer, Josh Blue, and you and your group will enjoy a delicious dinner centered on artisan pizza in the 840 degree Italian stone pizza oven at Bar Hop. There will be other fun menu items from the oven, and yes, even the dessert will include beer! There will also be fine wine and soda for any of your party who prefers those beverages.

PREMIUM VALUE: PRICELESS Donated by: Barhop Brewing & Artisan Pizza

#19. I'LL HAVE A BLUE CHRISTMAS Sponsor: Sound Community Bank Designer: Cindy Teitzel

Givesmart Item #119 Dark blue and gold accentuate this beautiful fully flocked tree.

Elegant florals and rich shiny ornaments embellish this tree.

Iridescent baubles reflect the pops of color throughout.

Sure to please, this tree will enhance anyplace you wish!

PREMIUM: VIP Table for Eight at the 31st Annual Festival of Trees Win a VIP Table at the 2021 Festival of Trees with this beautiful tree. Enjoy this table for you and seven of your friends, front and center including your own wait staff!

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,200

#20. JINGLE TREE Sponsor: The Warehouse Designer: Antoinette Teglovic

Givesmart Item #120 Have a holly jolly Christmas with bells to spare - Enjoy!

PREMIUM: $1,500 Gift Certificate from The Warehouse You can have your choice of furniture or any other item from The Warehouse in Port Angeles – the best selection in town!

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,500 Donated by: The Warehouse

#21. “SNOW” FOOLIN, IT’S CHRISTMAS!!

Sponsor: Laurel Dental Designer: Leann McComb Helpers: Stevens Middle School Students Givesmart Item #121 It is time for Santa to make his yearly appearance with this delightful winter wonderland tree filled with lots of holiday magic.

Snowflakes, icicles, and everything Christmas adorn this enchanted vision of fun and loveliness, as snowmen, woodland animals, and Santa peek through the boughs of this Blue, White and Silver tree. It comes with a blanket, hot chocolate, and books to read on an icy evening.

PREMIUM: Seven Cedars Resort Package Enjoy luxury at the newly opened Seven Cedars Hotel! You will receive a two-night stay in a suite as well as dinner for four in the Seven Brothers Restaurant and golf for 4 at the Cedars at Dungeness Golf Course.

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,200 Donated by: Seven Cedars

#22. GNOMES FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Sponsor: Interfor Designer: Nicole Phillips Helpers: Charle Crocker-Gehrts, Chuck Collins, Brian Crocker, Steven Phillips

Givesmart Item #122

The 1976 Gnomes book explains the life and habitat of gnomes in an in-universe fashion, complete with illustrations and textbook notes. This book was a favorite source of artistic inspiration and wonder to the designer’s grandmother Ann. We wanted to celebrate Ann’s love through the hand-crafted gnomes featured throughout the tree. With additional help from Nicole’s uncle, Chuck Collins and brother, Brian Crocker, this tree has become a work of family celebration brought to light by Ann’s love of Gnomes.

PREMIUM: Enjoy the 10th Sonny Sixkiller Celebrity Golf Classic Sponsored by Wilder Auto, the Jamestown S’klallam Tribe and Irwin Dental Center, this tournament is a sellout every year! Be sure of a spot – Husky celebrities such as Steve Emtman, Robin Earl, Kevin Gogan, Marques Tuiasosopo, Lincoln Kennedy and Robb Weller participate annually.

This package includes: A foursome with a Husky celebrity on Friday, July 30 – good for this year’s tournament or 2022.

Four tickets to the Celebrity Golf Classic Dinner at 7 Cedars Casino on July 29 Also includes: Hand carved gnomes donated by Chuck Collins with Would Chuck Construction, Acrylic Painting featuring Gnomes by Nicole Phillips, $150 gift certificate to Betazed Creative for graphic design services.

PREMIUM VALUE: $2,850

#23. FIRST FROST Sponsor: Sequim Health & Rehabilitation Designer: Corina Johnson

Givesmart Item #123 It is like magic waking up to the first frost of the winter.

Everything is covered in white and the air is crisp.

Then the sun shines through the trees and everything sparkles.

PREMIUM: You’ll Be Able to Dine at Some of the Area’s Finest Restaurants During the Coming Year $200 in gift certificates from Next Door Gastropub $100 from Gordy’s Pizza and Pasta Four dinners for two at the Oak Table in Sequim $200 in Gift Certificates from Applebee’s in Sequim

PREMIUM VALUE: $700

#24. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS Sponsor: First Federal Designer: Damaris Rodriguez

Givesmart Item #124 How about those Hawks? Bring some of that Seahawks magic into your home for the holidays.

The Seattle Seahawks are off to another incredible start and with this tree you’ll have visions of another Super Bowl dancing in your head. Dreaming of a white Christmas?

Throw in some Seahawks blue and green, some hawk’s nests and more and you’ll have a Seahawks Christmas to remember.

PREMIUM: Framed Autographed Russell Wilson Jersey Included with this tree is an autographed jersey from Seattle Seahawks super star Russell Wilson. The jersey is framed and ready to display in your home as you watch "Russ Cook" against the Eagles this Monday night.

Also includes a full-size football signed by Justin Britt Donated by Delta Dental of Washington

PREMIUM VALUE: $995 Donated by: Delta Dental of Washington

#25. CHRISTMAS MEMORIES Sponsor: The Lodge at Sherwood Village, Fifth Avenue Retirement and Sherwood Assisted Living Designer: Sherry Phillips Helpers: "Reliable" Bob Givesmart Item #125 As I drift off to sleep, like Sugar Plums, Christmas Memories dance in my head.

Sounds of sleigh bells…sights of families bringing home that perfect tree and ice skaters on ponds.

I see carolers in the square…skiers on distance hills…children in snowball fights.

Church bells welcome parishioners as they gather around manger scenes. Mistletoe balls welcome families as they gather in homes. Reds, white, black, and bright green dance in my head…awe, yes, Christmas remembered.

PREMIUM: A Trip to Maui for a Week Travel has opened for tourists to travel to Hawaii once again!

Your trip will include: Airfare for two from Seattle October 5-12, 2021 Stay in Kihei on Maui

PREMIUM VALUE: $3,000 Donated by: Art & Erin Green & Harry & Mary Hebert

#26. FALL INTO CHRISTMAS Sponsor: Kitsap Bank Designer: Susan Pichotta Helper: Arnor Baldvinsson Givesmart Item #126 Enjoy the colors of fall all through the holidays with this autumn themed tree. Fall leaves with pumpkins and gourds will invoke fall feelings, while gold and autumn colored ornaments say Christmas. With matching fall-colored garlands and lights, decorations go on tree branches accented with drifts of snow. And since it's 2020, we're including fabric masks made with holiday themed fabric. Fall into the Christmas spirit with this unique tree.

PREMIUM: $750 to Swains and Chestnut Cottage Take home $400 to area icon Swains General Store and $350 to Chestnut Cottage.

We want to thank the following OMC Foundation Board of Director members whose contributions made this item possible: Kari Chance, Jean Hordyk, Sandy Sinnes, Art Green, Lindsay Fox, Chuck and Joyce Stroeher, Joe Cammack, Sherry Phillips, Lorie Fazio, Edna Peterson, Ed Ebling, Ann Marine Henninger, Mary Hebert, Duane Wolfe, Phil Walker, Dan Wilder, Jim Jones, Graham Ralston, Staci Politika, Charla Wright, Ron Allen, Bill Gellor, Julie Hatch, Karen Rogers, Bruce Skinner.

PREMIUM VALUE: $750 Donated by: OMC Foundation Board of Directors

#27. HOT COCOA KISSES AND CANDY CANE WISHES Sponsor: Home Instead Senior Care Designer: Kelly Serrianne Helper: Jonathan Whitehead, Diane Serrianne & Delaney Whitehead Givesmart Item #127 When the winter days are dark and cold, there Is one thing that never gets old!

Nestled up cozy on the couch or bundled in front of a fire, what does one’s heart desire?

A hot cocoa kiss followed by a peppermint wish!

PREMIUM: Sensational Resorts in Mexico Choose the Majesty of Mexico With a Stay in Your Choice of Cabo San Lucas, Nuevo Vallarta, Acapulco, Riviera Maya/Cancun, Mexico for eight days and seven nights at a four or five-star resort for two. Toss your cares to the wind for an incredible vacation. Choose from Cabo San Lucas, where you can take advantage of a wide variety of activities, such as sports fishing, horseback riding, sunset cruises, water sports and golf. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Sierra Madre Mountains, Nuevo Vallarta is a tropical beach paradise that features a Jack Nicklaus designed golf course, pristine pools and world class spas. Experience the natural beauty of the Yucatan Peninsula along the Riviera Maya.

Your trip for two includes: • 8 days/7 nights accommodations at a four or five-star resort • 1 $400 American Express gift card toward holiday travel supplemental fee

PREMIUM VALUE: $3,000

#28. A WARM AND COZY CHRISTMAS Sponsor: Columbia Distributing Designer: Brittney Vincent Givesmart Item #128 Let’s get cozy. Come warm yourself by the fire, bring a fuzzy blanket, and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa this Christmas season.

PREMIUM: $750 to Safeway and Barhop Brewing & Artisan Pizza

Cover your holiday groceries with $400 to Safeway. Also enjoy the Port Angeles waterfront at Barhop Brewing and Artisan Pizza with $350 in gift certificates.

We want to thank the following OMC Foundation Board of Director members whose contributions made this item possible: Kari Chance, Jean Hordyk, Sandy Sinnes, Art Green, Lindsay Fox, Chuck and Joyce Stroeher, Joe Cammack, Sherry Phillips, Lorie Fazio, Edna Peterson, Ed Ebling, Ann Marine Henninger, Mary Hebert, Duane Wolfe, Phil Walker, Dan Wilder, Jim Jones, Graham Ralston, Staci Politika, Charla Wright, Ron Allen, Bill Gellor, Julie Hatch, Karen Rogers, Bruce Skinner.

PREMIUM VALUE: $750 Donated by: OMC Foundation Board of Directors

#29. CHRISTMAS UNDER THE SEA Sponsor: J&J Construction Designer: Trish Wray Helper: Brittney Vincent, Olivia Wray, Linda Boyd

Givesmart Item #129 Sit back, relax, and take a moment at the beach.

While you are there hop in the water and enjoy the coral reefs with all its beauty and color, it has life like no other Enjoy this year's Christmas Under the Sea. Included with this tree is 2 beach chairs, 2 beach mats, extra-large beach towel, ice chest and a beach bag.

PREMIUM: El Gaucho Dinner for Four Dinner for four at the “definitive steakhouse in the country.” Four people will enjoy dining of a bygone era at El Gaucho Restaurant, where a team of talented chefs and staff provide old school, tableside service for people celebrating their lives. Each ritual, from the greeting at the front door to dinner is the restaurant’s nod to the past and vision for how fine dining should remain.

Opened in 1953, Seattle’s original El Gaucho was part speak-easy and part Hunt’s Breakfast Club. Paul Mackay reopened El Gaucho in 1996, and the establishment is what people dreamed the past was and amplified it for the guest.

PREMIUM VALUE: $700

#30. STAR WAY TO LIVING Sponsor: First Federal Designers: Claire Rausch, Jen Riffle, Sue Chance, James Brown, Reath Ellefson, Betsy Schultz Givesmart Item #130 This beautiful tree reflects the journey that Gold Star Families travel and the path that they walk towards living again. Please help Captain Joseph House fulfill the goal of coming alongside Gold Star Families on their journey…finding and walking the “Star way to Living”: *Living through grief and pain *Living to find purpose. *Living to remember. *Living to find joy and peace, love and laughter. *Living and SHARING the journey

PREMIUM: A Collection from Cpt. Joseph House Includes: Handmade child-sized table and chairs (2), built with repurposed wood from Captain Joseph House (CJH) along with puzzles, games, tea set, etc.

Golf for 2 at Gold Mountain in Bremerton, along with one night at Hampton Inn, gift certificates for lunch and dinner and a basket full of golfing goodies (including CJH designer golf balls, CJH designer ball markers, towels, beer, wine, etc) High quality American flag with 20' flag pole for displaying at home Red outdoor umbrella with stand, 2 "Freedom Rockers" (foldable, rocking, Patriotic patio chairs), picnic basket full of red, white and blue for your enjoyment! (beach towels, paper goods and utensils, tablecloth, wine, goblets, Patriotic pasta, etc.)

Homemade cinnamon rolls once a month for a year! The first batch is freshly baked and served on a crystal pedestal plate Vintage snow sled Wreath to coordinate with the tree Travel golf bag on wheels for airlines

PREMIUM VALUE: $2,850

#31. CHRISTMAS TIME Sponsor: Lakeside Industries Designer: Janelle Goldman Helper: Cirdan Goldman

Givesmart Item #131 I love Christmas time, it's my favorite part of the year!

I love the smells, sights and holiday cheer.

Christmas trees and lights so bright, houses and windows glow warm in the night.

Christmas cookies, bread and other warm things to eat.

Christmas time is filled with every kind of treat!

Decorations, family and food, when it is Christmas time.

Life is good!

By Tonya Musty

PREMIUM: Celebrate Port Angeles and Sequim with Gift Certificates Win a few items from Port Angeles and Sequim businesses: $200 in gift certificates from Next Door Gastropub $100 from Gordy’s Pizza & Pasta $400 in Parts, Service and Accessories to Wilder Auto Two meals, drinks included for Sunshine Café in Sequim Breakfast for two at Mariner’s Café $25 from Granny’s Café One night stay at the Sequim Quality Inn Register to bid by texting “festivaloftrees” to 76278 **All one word

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,020

#32. HEDWIG’S CHRISTMAS Sponsor: JACE Luxury Real Estate Designers: Lisa Divelbiss and Kimi Robertson Helpers: Linda Dechant, Joyce Gladen, Eileen Schmitz Givesmart Item #132 Straight from the Forbidden Forest, this magical tree conceals a hidden unicorn behind feathers and brings a Harry Potter Christmas to delight your family with this silver, gold, and sparkling white tree.

An Authentic Life Size Replica of Firebolt, Lego Advent Calendar, bright red Hogwarts Express train (batteries included for Muggles), plus Hedgwig collected this almost solid gold cage from Vault 687 at Gringott’s and Almost Moody's trunk - I wouldn't bother telling you what's in there.

You wouldn't believe me if I did.

Not enough room for a lavish tree? JACE Real Estate will gladly sell you a house to go under this tree.

PREMIUM: Golf’s Greatest at the British Open The Open Championship is held annually in the birthplace of golf, with the first championship being held in Ayrshire, Scotland, in 1860.

Your 2021 British Open Experience (for two) includes: Two grounds passes for either Thursday and Friday or Saturday or Sunday rounds of the British Open Golf Tournament 3 days/2 nights deluxe hotel accommodations either Wednesday and Thursday or Friday and Saturday night.

3-day car rental or $150 transfer allowance Full breakfast daily This tree also comes with: $100 Gift Certificate to Sapor. Donated by Sapor A custom Hedgwig Tumbler Made by Blackberry Creek Designs Lifesize Authentic Firebolt Replica and Almost Moody Trunk full of Harry Potter treasures which include the Harry Potter Book series.

PREMIUM VALUE: $4,900 Donated by: JACE Luxury Real Estate

#33. FOR THE BIRDS Sponsor: Jim's Pharmacy Designer: Sherilyn Seyler Helper: Mary Treider

Givesmart Item #133 Black and Red, Red and Black, How many birds, Will come back?

A wide variety of objects can become a home for a bird, if you just add an entrance. Then hang some feeders and you soon have a bird town in your Christmas tree! All the decorations on this tree will be “for the birds” once the Christmas season is over. Your yard will be inviting to the birds for many years to come. Merry Christmas and Happy Spring!

Thank You: Thanks so much to my assistants, Mary Treider and Caroline Walls. They were wonderful workmates and are fantastic friends. Thanks also to Lucia N. for the knitted Santa hats and scarf. Also, a special thanks to Swain’s for helping me to get my last minute items at a discount.

PREMIUM: 25 Pounds of King Salmon and Halibut Fillets This will be good to get you through the entire winter!

Fisherman extraordinaire, Joe Cammack will provide 50 pounds of fish to the lucky bidder.

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,000 Donated by: Joe Cammack

#34. TREE FARM CHRISTMAS Sponsor: Kathleen Graf Designer: Lori Seelye and Janet McGee

Givesmart Item #134 One of my favorite Christmas traditions is going with my family to the tree farm and looking for the perfect Christmas tree. We love getting lost in the trees and trying to see who will be the one to find the perfect tree! I hope that this tree will help you to reminisce about your favorite Christmas memories.

Thank you to our wonderful sponsor.

PREMIUM: Trip for Two to Las Vegas, hosted by UW Husky Robin Earl Not only will you win a trip to Las Vegas, but you will be hosted by one of the greatest Huskies ever and a former NFL fullback for 10 years, Robin Earl. Win this Awesome “Vegas Experience” for two, hosted by Robin, that will include: Roundtrip airfare for two Five days/four nights at a four-star Las Vegas Hotel, such as The Bellagio, Caesar’s Palace, Luxor, Mandalay Bay, etc.

Round of golf at Desert Pines Golf Club, including lunch and drinks Dinner at Herbs & Rye Steak House Cocktail hour at the SkyPod on top of the Stratosphere

PREMIUM VALUE: $2,500

#35. LET THE GAMES BEGIN Sponsor: Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe Designer: Rebecca Ferns Helper: Jerrod Ferns

Givesmart Item #135 Have you ever wondered if there is magic about in the world? Or if Dragon’s really exist?

Where do your adventures take you? Let your mind wander, do you like the roll of the dice?

Pen and paper? Make creatures that attack or defend with cards? Make Army’s to conquer the world?

Strategy or just a good game of chance? Perhaps tokens on a board or even a deck of cards?

Thank you to Anime Kat and Odyssey Book Store for their donations.

PREMIUM: For the Local Sports Enthusiast First, you will receive a personalized autographed copy of legendary NBC sportscaster Al Michael’s book.

Then, become a VIP for the Lefties. You will receive some of the first tickets for any 2021 game for the P.A. Lefties baseball team next summer, bringing some of the top college-level baseball players in the country and future major leaguers to the city to battle against teams from around the Northwest.

Finally, enjoy $600 to any Seven Cedars Resort property.

From the Cedars at Dungeness to Stymies Bar & Grill!

PREMIUM VALUE: $2,850

#36. IT’S A DISNEY CHRISTMAS Sponsor: Pacific Office Equipment Designer: Lucy Acosta and Leann McComb Givesmart Item #136 Welcome to the wonderful world of Disney. Disney characters of all kinds adorn this red, black, and gold tree that has something for everyone. The boughs are decorated with handmade, vintage and hallmark ornaments. Disney characters, figurines, toys and movies grace this tree.

Every Disney lover will fall in love with this tree!

PREMIUM: Compare These Incredible Vintages From France and Italy From France, where Cabernet originated in Bordeaux – a case of 93 point Castillon-cotes de Bordeaux 2016 Chateau Castegens From France, four bottles of 92 point rated Bordeaux Superieur Reserve Chateau de Macard 2018 Here’s a case of a 98 point rated wine – Fattoria Sventoni Vino Nobile de Montepulciano 2016 from Tuscany in Italy from a winery that dates back to the 16th century!

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut Champagne Magnum - 92 rating in a large format!

PREMIUM VALUE: $1,016

6 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #37. RED AND WHITE CHRISTMAS Sponsor: Brocante Designer: Antoinette Teglovic

Givesmart Item #201 Santa is represented in joyful red and white. He rides his sleigh down the ribbon road where little Noel and her dog, Snowflake, wait. Under the tree is a TOT signed sleigh, parent powered, please. Little Noel and her dog compliments of Project Lyonus sleigh and washboard art compliments of Al Commas.

Thank you to Al Commas.

PREMIUM: Golf & Dine at The Cedars Voted best golf course in KING5 Evening Magazine's "Best Northwest Escapes" five years in a row, The Cedars at Dungness is not your average golf course. From the famous Crab Shaped sand trap, to some of the best golf conditions in Western Washington, come see what all the buzz is about and experience their Award Winning Golf Course for yourself, in sunny Sequim.

Package includes: Green Fees for 4 Players (Valid 7 days a week after 11 AM) $200 to any 7 Cedars Resort Property, including the Double Eagle Restaurant and Stymies Bar & Grill

PREMIUM VALUE: $350

6 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #38. CHRISTMAS IN THE ANIMAL WORLD Sponsor: Applebee’ s Designer: Stephanie Casillas Helper: Dina Martinez Givesmart Item #202 "Let all creatures celebrate the season!"

This tree is all of nature's creatures joining in the Christmas spirit! Enjoy stuffed toy animals from farm, field, and forest!!

PREMIUM: Case (12 Bottles) of a 92 Point Sauvignon Blanc A ripe, full wine with juicy apples as well as citrus fruit, this is textured and still bursting with youthful vitality. Its crisp texture will soften into a ripe, fruity wine with balanced richness.

The Domaine Tinel-Blondelet 2018 La Croix-Canat La Chantepleure (Pouilly-Fumé) is rated 92 point and perfect to add to your wine collection!

PREMIUM VALUE: $456

6 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #39. HOMEMADE CHRISTMAS

Sponsor: NW Pathologist Designer: Lani Madison Helpers: Donna Kanters, Phaedra Fuller, Chris Reynolds & Sheri Layton

Givesmart Item #203 This tree is made with love using only handmade ornaments and is described as a "Homemade Tree", together with all things craft related.

The ornaments can be given as gifts or re-used every year! A crafter would appreciate all the detail that has gone into each ornament design, from the double-sided beautiful paper, to the detailed embellishments such as ribbon, bells, and sparkles! The additional premiums are any crafter's delight to make their own creations!

PREMIUM: Sequim Shopping Spree!

Tree includes: Gift certificate from Full Moon Candle, Sequim Gift certificate from Swallows Nest, Sequim Gift certificate from Sofie's Floral, Sequim Gift certificate from Forage, Sequim $50 Gift certificate from Michael's Craft Store $50 Gift certificate from Joann's Fabric

PREMIUM VALUE: $300

6 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #40. MUSIC TO MY EARS Sponsor: Swains Designer: Olivia Wray

Givesmart Item #204 This year I really wanted to find a perfect "Medium" to showcase something everyone can connect to. What I was mostly drawn to was "Music". Music is a gateway to the soul, filled with beauty and richness. It is a common relief for everyone. Music has no boundaries, which makes it perfectly universal and welcoming to all who listen to it. Whether it is classical, jazz, or rock, music will always be a way to connect everyone together.

PREMIUM: Framed & Signed Vinyl Eric Clapton LP Behind the Sun is the ninth solo studio album by Eric Clapton.

After nearly a decade of Clapton's guitar playing taking a backseat to his singing/songwriting, this album contains several guitar solos. The album includes synthesizers and drum machines played by Phil Collins, Ted Templeman, Peter Robinson, Michael Omartian, James Newton Howard, Chris Stainton and Greg Phillinganes, as well as Clapton's Roland guitar synthesizer on the 9th track, "Never Make You Cry".

Bassists Donald "Duck" Dunn from Booker T. & the MG's and Nathan East from the smooth jazz quartet Fourplay also played on the sessions.

PREMIUM VALUE: PRICELESS

4 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #A. TRIBUTE TO SW INDIANS Sponsor: Radia Designer: Antoinette Teglovic Givesmart Item #301 A salute to our Native American friends in the southwest.

PREMIUM: Beautiful Quilt and Quilt Rack The Sunbonnet Sue Quilt Club has donated hundreds of quilts to charity auctions – here is another of their outstanding efforts that goes with this tree. This quilt also comes with a quilt rack to keep it hung up safely!

PREMIUM VALUE: $300

4 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #B. CARING FOR KOALAS AND KANGAROOS Sponsor: Friends of Robb Linkletter Designer: Sherilyn Seyler Helper: Caroline Walls Givesmart Item #302 Remember Christmas 2019 when we were concerned for the people and animals in Australia because of the numerous bushfires? Some of the statistics from those fires include 30 people dead, thousands of homes destroyed, and an estimated 3 billion animals killed or displaced.

This tree is dedicated to remembering the wildlife lost from those fires. It is decorated with homemade koalas, kangaroos, quokkas, crocodiles, and platypus to remind us to continue to support the animals of Australia..

PREMIUM: Eat, Drink, Create & Be Merry You and your three guests (up to four people) are invited to join Christine Bonnelle, Le Cordon Bleu trained baker, and FaLeane Wech, former restaurateur. During the event, you will have the opportunity to observe and practice techniques demonstrated by Faleana and Chris. Enjoy Mimosa’s and the lunch and dessert from the demonstrations.

PREMIUM VALUE: $200

4 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #C. NORTHERN LIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS Sponsor: Moss Adams Designer: Patty Lloyd Helper: Susan Pichotta

Givesmart Item #303 The Northern Lights inspire peace and tranquility. They are beauty in nature's night, offering a winter wonderland of color and motion. This tree features the colors of Northern Lights on snow filled branches.

PREMIUM: Go Mushroom Picking Go Mushroom Picking with Daman and Julie Hatch next fall – They know where the chanterelles are!

PREMIUM VALUE: PRICELESS

4 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #D. CHRISTMAS UNDER THE SEA Sponsor: Irwin Dental Center and Bruce & Kathy Skinner Designer: Lori Seelye and Janet McGee Givesmart Item #304 Did you know that in the deep blue sea that they celebrate Christmas too? It is the sea star, the puffer fish, and so many others favorite time of the year. Dressed in blue, silver, and white, this tree is ready for the party.

Thank you to my mom who is always ready for the challenge. And to my family who are always willing to put up with all my crazy projects.

PREMIUM: Virtual Paint Party!

Enjoy an artsy day with Pour Sip Paint! A private paint party for up to 5 Happy Painters with Pour Sip Paint’s, Natalie Martin. You’ll enjoy a 2-hour virtual step by step guided art lesson, in the comforts of your own home, unleash your inner artist and create your very own masterpiece. Includes all painting supplies.

PREMIUM VALUE: $250

4 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #E. A MERRY DISNEY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY MEAL NEW YEAR Spon s or : St a t e F a rm D e s ign e r : G l en da Ca b le He lp e r s : Di c k Ca bl e, E m il y Ca ble & K a id en Tosl a n d

Givesmart Item #305 Loaded with Disney themed toys from years of Happy Meals, this tree will bring special memories to all who view it. When you combine the creativity of Walt Disney and the marketing skills of the McDonalds brothers you truly will find something of meaning for everybody.

We hope it brings you lots of smiles.

PREMIUM: Framed & Signed Vinyl Taylor Swift LP You will love this Taylor Swift framed autographed vinyl LP of her album "Speak Now". The album spent six weeks at number one and has sold over 4.71 million copies in the United States. At the 54th Grammy Awards, Speak Now was nominated for Best Country Album, and the single "Mean" won Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance.

Rolling Stone featured Speak Now in their 2012 list of the "50 Best Female Albums of All Time".

Frame measures 26" wide x 20" tall

PREMIUM VALUE: PRICELESS

4 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #F. A FROZEN CHRISTMAS Sponsor: First Federal Designer: Charity VanAusdle Helper: Phyllis Carey, Bonnie Nerbovig, Crystal Givesmart Item #306 Sven and Olaf are delivering a Merry Christmas to you.

What more do you need than a tree and a sled?

Merry Christmas.

PREMIUM: Two, One Night Stays at the Holiday Inn Express, Sequim When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in Sequim, you'll be close to Sequim Bay State Park. This hotel is within the vicinity of 7 Cedars Casino and Jardin du Soleil.

Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center.

This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills.

PREMIUM VALUE: $300

4 FT. SILENT AUCTION TREES #G. TRUE CHRISTMAS LOVE Sponsor: Insight Design Designer: Suzie VanAusdle Helper: Phyllis Carey, Bonnie Nerbovig, Crystal

Givesmart Item #307 Imperfect dolls are full of love for your Christmas season. This 4-foot tree reminds us of a story that tells children the true meaning of love and self-worth. Although imperfect and therefore considered “Ugly Dolls”, these colorful dolls bring you the magic of Christmas. These dolls are perfect for boys and girls of all ages as they come in all shapes and sizes.

As the Ugly Dolls say “We may be pinstriped, checkered, or polka dot swirled. But we like what we see in the mirror.”

PREMIUM: Case (12 Bottles) of an Italian Red Rated 94 points, the 2018 Poggio Stella Rosso di Montepulciano can be a perfect complement for lasagna, chicken parmesan, or the humble yet indispensable slice of pizza!

PREMIUM VALUE: $300