All-access pass to every Aestheticized Presents>>> show in 2012
Get on the guest list for every single one of the hip-as-shit shows hosted by aestheticized presents >>> with an all-access year-long pass. The auction winner and one guest get free entry to all aes shows presented in 2012, along with a poster to every show attended. Hot dog! Bidding starts at: $100. Value: Priceless.
All-access pass to New World Brewery concerts for a year
This is a can't-miss gift for music fans who love New World Brewery, Ybor City's popular bar and concert venue. The fine folks at New World (in conjunction with promoters New Granada Presents, THX Mgmt and Brokenmold Entertainment) will grant the winner (and a plus-one) a spot on the guest list for every event held at the bar in 2012. We're talking more than 100 concerts and special events. Bidding starts at: $100. Value: Priceless. Note: This item is non-transferable, meaning only the winner will be placed on the guest list. However, the winner's choice of companion can change from to show to show.
Interview your favorite band
Want to find out if Akron/Family's 2011 album was really composed and arranged near a live volcano in Japan? Curious about how They Might Be Giants keeps the humorous songs fresh almost 30 years into their career? Craving a few minutes with Gregg Allman so you can dish on how he's doing since his liver transplant? In this package, a music super-fan gets the opportunity to do an advance phone interview with any musical artist of his or her choice who'll be appearing in the area from Jan. 5-April 30, 2012, provided CL can get the interview. The package also includes interview coaching, an audio recording of the interview, and maybe your first newspaper clip. Bidding starts at: $100. Value: Priceless.
A sandwich a week for a year at The Lucky Dill
You know you want it: A gigantically delicious sandwich once a week every week for a year from The Lucky Dill in Palm Harbor, a restaurant that's a virtual temple to gigantically delicious sandwiches. Enjoy your hunka hunka corned beef (or whatever sandwich you choose) at Lucky Dill's original home on Alt. 19 or at their beautiful new headquarters on U.S. 19. (Note: This offer is not related to the Lucky Dill Deli in St. Petersburg.)Bidding starts at: $75. Value: $520.
Channelside Cinemas double feature: You and The Children's Home
Win this two-part auction item and you'll see your name scribbled on Santa's "nice" list, as you'll be sponsoring a night out at Channelside Cinemas for the kids at The Children's Home. You can then bask in your altruism in 2012 with dinner and a movie for two at Channelside's killer Cinema Cafe every month of the year. To recap: A night out for the kids at The Children's Home and 12 nights out for you. Christmas spirit, indeed. Bidding starts at: $150. Value: $1,000.
A two-night stay at Frenchy's Oasis
The latest addition to the Frenchy's empire in Clearwater Beach is also the latest example of the retro-chic lodging trend, in which formerly dowdy motels are spruced up into hip destinations that combine a mod vibe with modern amenities. CL sent News & Politics Editor Mitch Perry there earlier this year for a "Brain-cation" as part of our 2011 Summer Guide, and he loved it; win this item and you can give your own brain waves a rest with a getaway to one of the coolest new properties on the beach. Bidding starts at: $50. Value: $300.
Two nights (plus BBQ) at The Postcard Inn
Nationally known for its laid-back surfer charm, The Postcard Inn is a go-to spot for smart tourists and savvy locals alike, plus it's got a great restaurant on premises, Beachwood BBQ & Burgers, and a beach bar (former home of the Swigwam) with legendary cred. Make a successful bid and you'll win a two-night stay at PCI plus a $40 food & beverage credit. Bidding starts at: $50. Value: $350. Sorry: Not valid holidays or during spring break 2012.
A Free Beach Ride party bus for 14
Bidding on our beachfront motel packages? Well, why not combine them with this fabulous offer: four hours' use of a Free Beach Ride party bus — with driver, of course — for you and 13 of your closest personal friends. Set up a home base at your motels, invite some friends to go beach bar-hopping, and good times (minus DUI's) will be had by all. Bidding starts at: $50. Value: $260. Trips confined to area between Pass-A-Grille and Johns Pass. New Years Eve not available. And, of course, participants must be of legal drinking age to enter the bus.
