2024 Auction Items

Note: items will continue to be added as we get closer to the event date – check back often!

Below is a sampling of the auction items available to attendees at the 12th annual Sage Soirée on November 7th, 2024. This webpage was created for display purposes only.

Activities

A Day On The Slopes

Two (2) full day lift tickets to Nakiska ski area in Kananaskis.

Donated by:
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies

Italian Feast 

A Centini dining experience – Dinner for four including two bottles of wine selected by their Wine Team. This certificate includes alcohol, tax and gratuity.

Donated by:
Centini Restaurant and Lounge

Take the Theatre Home 

Two (2) tickets to A Christmas Carol at Max Bell Theatre valid November 29-December 29, 2024 and a 2015 Les Miserable poster signed by the cast. 

Donated by:
Theatre Calgary and Winthers’ Family

Dinner and the Philharmonic

Two (2) tickets to Nicolas Namoradze plays Rachmaninoff on Saturday November 16, 2024 at 7:30pm in Jack Singer Concert Hall and $50 gift card to NOtaBLE.

Donated by:
The Calgary Philharmonic and NOtaBLE the Restaurant

The Perfect Pair

A Macaron baking class for two (2)!

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to make the elusive French macarons you’ve come to the right place!

Then keep the good times rolling with your Pie Junkie gift certificate and Sprinkbank Cheese of the month subscription!

Donated by:
Ollia Macarons & Tea, Pie Junkie, and Springbank Cheese Co.

Bruce Springsteen

Four (4) tickets to the Bruce Springsteen concert at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Saturday November 16, 2024.

Seats are located in section 120, row 6, seats 5, 6, 7, and 8

Donated by:
The Higgin’s Family

Day Trip to the Mountains

Use your $100 gift card to Kananaskis Outfitters to book any of their Guided Tours or Rental Gear. Stop at the Iron Goat and Grill in Canmore for some food and finish off the day with a Tour and Tasting for four (4) at the Two Rivers Distillery in Calgary!

Donated by:
Kananaskis Outfitters, Iron Goat Grill, and Two Rivers Distillery

The Hungry Golfer

Enjoy a taste of Calgary’s golf courses with a certificate for two (2) to Priddis Greens Brunch and two (2) golf passes to Elbow Springs.

Donated by:
Elbow Springs and Priddis Greens

Family Fun and Holiday Shopping

It’s Grillin’ Time

A Traeger Pro 575 Pellet Grill with black grill cover.

Donated by:
Trail Appliances

Trivia with Craig

Elevate your next game night with a private at-home trivia night hosted by Craig McFarlane. 

Donated by:
Passing Time with Craig

Stock Your Shelves

$500 in gift cards for any Co-op grocery store.

Donated by:
Alan Facey

Adventures with Your Crew

Make memories with your family and friends! 4 passes to Telus Spark, 4 passes to Butterfield Acres, Admission for 2 adults and up to 6 kids to the Royal Tyrell Museum, and a $50 gift card for Canadian Brewhouse.

Donated by:
Canadian Brewhouse, Telus Spark, Royal Tyrell Museum, and Butterfield Acres

For Your Little Thrill Seekers

Your little daredevil will surely enjoy these four (4) one-day tickets to Calaway Park and two (2) choice passes to Galaxyland or World Waterpark.

Donated by:
Calaway Park and West Edmonton Mall

Just for You

 The Matching Set

Gift yourself (or your someone special) this stunning set of Blue Topaz earrings and necklace in sterling silver. 

When not wearing they can be perfectly displayed on your new prisma jewelry tree. 

Donated by:
Umbra and Paris Jewellers

Aimee Trudel Fitness

Workout in the comfort of your own home with certified fitness trainer Aimee Trudel. This certificate includes 5 x 1 hour, 1-on-1 sessions with your choice of yoga, pilates, or gentle fitness hosted right your house!

What’s more convenient than a workout at home.

Donated by:
Aimee Trudel

Spa-turday

Enjoy a spa day at SKA Thermal Spa with their $100 gift card and continue the relaxation at home with a Spa-in-a-Bag from RnR Wellness Spa and other goodies.

Donated by:
RnR Wellness Spa, SKA Thermal Spa, and Anonymous

Spoiled

Spoil yourself with a 6 month subscription to Springbank Cheese of the month club which is paired perfectly with a basket of spirits from Crowfoot Wine and Spirits, all wrapped up in a cozy Kantha blanket.

Donated by:
Crowfoot Wine and Spirits, Springbank Cheese Co., and Shelia Fenwick

 For Your Sports Fan

Cheer on your Calgary sports teams with some signed merchandise and popcorn made in your new Hollywood by Nostalgia Kettle Popcorn Maker.

Then you and a friend can attend the Calgary Roughnecks home opener on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 7pm.

As well as two (2) tickets in the Platinum Club at the Scotiabank Saddledome to see the Calgary Flames take on the Nashville Predators on Friday, November 15, 2024. These tickets include a full buffet dinner as well. Please note beverages are not included.

Donated by:
Stampeders Community, Calgary Flames, Calgary Roughnecks, Calgary Flames Alumni, and Anonymous

Coffee Lovers Dream

A coffee basket from Rosso coffee paired with $60 gift card to Higher Ground, a 250g bag of Pure coffee beans given by Paradigm Spark, and a Calgary Café Passport from Never Board.

Donated by:
Rosso Coffee, Higher Ground, Paradigm Spark, and Never Board

Riding in Style

Spruce Meadows 1/4 zip, masters ball cap, and two (2) tumblers

$40 gift card to Higher Ground and $25 The Keg gift card 

Donated by:
Spruce Meadows, Higher Ground, and The Keg

Plant Lovers Starter Kit

Whether a beginner or long time plant parent this goodie basket can help grow your fabulous houseplants with a bag of soil, fertilizer, houseplant care book, two pots and a gift card to Golden Acre for $75.

Donated by:
Kimberly Haddow

Get-A-Way & Stay

 Boarding & Biscuits for Your Best Friend

$300 to Springbank Pet Resort – a full-service luxury pet facility owned by local Veterinarian Dr. Jeff Dand & his brother, Joe Dand.

Along with treats and toys to keep them cozy on their stay away.

Donated by:
Springbank Pet Resort and Petvalu (Crowchild)

Staycation at the Carriage House

‘Dine & Stay Package’, which includes a one (1) night stay in a Premium room (with a full, hot breakfast buffet for up to two people) and a $50 credit to any of our four Food & Beverage outlets.

Donated by:
The Carriage House Hotel
Conference Centre

Copper Point Golf Club

18 holes for two (2) with power cart on The Point Course at the championship courses of Copper Point Golf Club in beautiful Invermere, BC.

Donated by:
Copper Point Golf Club

Rosebud Theatre

Rosebud Theatre is one of Alberta’s premiere theatre companies with a reputation as an excellent Canadian destination for live theatre.

This package includes tickets for two (2) for dinner and their Christmas on the Air show.

Donated by:
Rosebud Theatre

Staycation with the Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts

Enjoy a one-night stay at the Buffalo Mountain Lodge located in Banff, Alberta or Emerald Lake Lodge located in beautiful Yoho National Park, British Columbia. Your stay includes: a one-night stay, all taxes and gratuities included.

Donated by:
Canadian Rocky Mountains Resorts

Home Decor

 Handmade Quilted Bed Runner

Description to come

Donated by:
Dedrha Ripley

Colours of the Sunset Quilt

Description to come

Donated by:
Geraldine Hutchsion

“Heritage Farm, nr. Nanton”

by Dorothy Chisholm

Pastel on pastelboard, 12” x 16″

Retail value $750.00.

Donated by:
Dorothy Chisholm

Beautify Your Home

Learn how to create your own floral display with a gift certificate for two (2) to a DIY floral workshop. Keep the beauty coming with a gorgeous exhibit mirror and a 5×7 infinity frame.

Donated by:
Flower Aura by Natasha and Umbra

 Spring Cleaning in Winter

Get ahead of your spring cleaning this winter with a $100 gift certificate to Residential Carpet Cleaning to get your carpets back to their former glory after all the holiday fun. Then spruce up the rest of the house with an Umbra Woodrow storage stool, a 5×7 infinity frame, and jewelry tree to help organize your other spaces. 

Donated by:
Residential Carpet Cleaning and Umbra

Magazine Rack by Chantey Dayal and $200 Co-op gift card

Beautifully hand painted magazine rack by artist Chantey Dayal, that you can fill using your $200 Co-op gift card.

Donated by:
Chantey Dayal and Alan Facey

Painted Fruit Bowl by Chantey Dayal and $200 Co-op gift card

Beautifully hand painted fruit bowl by artist Chantey Dayal, that you can fill using your $200 Co-op gift card.

Donated by:
Chantey Dayal and Alan Facey

Painting named Cloe by Chantey Dayal and $100 Co-op gift card

Beautifully hand painted portrait by artist Chantey Dayal and $100 Co-op gift card.

Donated by:
Chantey Dayal and Alan Facey

Children’s Grief Centre Community Art

Art Pieces

Art created by some of our clients that reflect part of their grief story.

Donated by:
CGC Art Community

Other Supports

Online Resources

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Education

Almost 2000 people a year benefit from our in-service consultation, training, seminars, and accredited workshops. Individuals and groups that call on us for training and resources include anyone who would like to broaden their understanding of palliative care and grief personally or professionally.