Event:Mardi Gras Gala
Organizer:First Impressions
event website
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Location:Hotel Grand Pacific
463 Belleville Street
Victoria BC
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463 Belleville Street
Victoria BC
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Start:Saturday Apr 13, 2019
6:00 PM PDT
6:00 PM PDT
End:Sunday Apr 14, 2019
12:30 PM PDT
12:30 PM PDT
Cost:Event Ticket - $110.00
Online Auction - Free!
Online Auction - Free!
Contact:Lorrie Carlson
(250) 818-0530
(250) 818-0530
Platinum Events will be hosting an elegant Mardi Gras Fundraising Gala at "The Hotel Grand Pacific" with all proceeds going to an animal sanctuary that offers a forever home for rescued and abandoned farm animals.
The gala will raise funds to help with food, bedding and shelter for each and every animal in their care. It will also help create more space where even more animals can finally find their forever home.
The Mardi Gras Gala will be an evening of elegance so dress to impress and be sure to include hints of the Mardi Gras theme colours of gold, emerald green and royal purple.
The doors to this fabulous event will open at 6:00pm with a cocktail reception and cash bar, a 3-course dinner at 7:00pm, silent auction and live entertainment with a 10-pc R&B Band and dancing until 12:30am.
~ Buy some tickets for the 50/50 raffle ~
~ Dress up a little more with the beads and masks that will be provided ~
~ Have some fun in the photo booth by "MirrorMe" ~
~ Watch a special performance by a local dance troupe
~ Enjoy freshly brewed regular, decaffeinated, organic fair trade coffee and select teas ~
Click on 'Register' to purchase your ticket (includes entry to the silent auction and the online auction).
Or if you cannot make it to the event, support the cause by participating in the online auction only.
Click on 'Register' and choose the online auction for free registration!
Note: We have a preferred rate with The Hotel Grand Pacific so please send us an email for more details.
info@platinum-events.ca
If you'd like to provide sponsorship or an auction item you will also be eligible for free or discounted tickets so please contact us for more details.
| Auction Items | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Silent Auction | ||
 | Hypnotherapy Session Valued at $120 Donated By Stillwater Centre | $120 |
 | Medical Herbalist Session Valued at $120 Donated By Stillwater Centre | $120 |
 | Gift Card to MeeT Restaurant "MeeT is an award-winning and rapidly growing restaurant. We make from-scratch, plant-based comfort food that brings people together. We are a mission-driven company; looking to change the food industry and the public’s perception of plant based food! Veggie friendly comfort food on Main Street, in Gastown and in Yaletown! Crafty drinks, cozy atmosphere and good food for your mood :)" Valued at $40 Donated By MeeT Restaurants | $40 |
 | Great Greens Farm Market Gift Certificate We work with hundreds of local suppliers to bring you farm fresh food, gift items and floral. Lots of Organic, Non-GMO & Gluten Free Options! We also have a full Cafe, and Garden Centre! "Elevating the level of health in our community by providing food that is straight from the farm to your fork!” Tons of parking for RV's, trailers, buses, boats, farm tractors…" Valued at $125 Donated By Great Greens Farm Market | $125 |
 | Gift Bag from Nezza Naturals Nezza Naturals was founded by a father-daughter team in 2004 on Galiano Island B.C. They both share the belief that plant-based ingredients hold powerful healing qualities and what you put on your body is as important as what you put in it. They are dedicated to creating natural, high-quality alternatives for body, bath, beauty and home care products. You can find their line of over 400 products at their retail store downtown Victoria B.C. as well as online. Many of the products are even refillable in store! Valued at $50 Donated By Nezza Naturals | $50 |
 | Gift Certificate to Fern Cafe and Bakery Victoria's first and only 100% vegan cafe and bakery. Completely palm oil free and lots of gluten free options. A wide selection of baked goods ranging from doughnuts, Twinkies, tarts, French Macaron, cinnamon buns, and so on! A full cafe menu, fun lattes and smoothies. Best part? Everything is made right in house, from the burgers, cheese, and focaccia bread, all the way down to the mayo and ketchup! Owner operated by a couple trying to make the world see that veganism is not just good for the animals, planet, and our health but that it taste good too! Valued at $50 Donated By Fern Cafe and Bakery | $50 |
 | Cork Purse Valued at $90 Donated By Evecork | $90 |
 | Gift Certificate for PJ Music "We are Victoria’s most comprehensive place to learn music. We offer a wide range of options for instruction on a variety of musical instruments from piano to trumpet to violin. Our instructors are professionally certified and very skilled in their crafts and therefore offer the best possible learning for people of all ages. We believe that you are never too old to learn to play music!" Valued at $200 Donated By PJ Music Studios | $200 |
 | Gift Certificate for PJ Music "We are Victoria’s most comprehensive place to learn music. We offer a wide range of options for instruction on a variety of musical instruments from piano to trumpet to violin. Our instructors are professionally certified and very skilled in their crafts and therefore offer the best possible learning for people of all ages. We believe that you are never too old to learn to play music!" Valued at $100 Donated By PJ Music Studios | $100 |
 | Gift Certificate for PJ Music "We are Victoria’s most comprehensive place to learn music. We offer a wide range of options for instruction on a variety of musical instruments from piano to trumpet to violin. Our instructors are professionally certified and very skilled in their crafts and therefore offer the best possible learning for people of all ages. We believe that you are never too old to learn to play music!" Valued at $50 Donated By PJ Music Studios | $50 |
 | Green Cuisine Gift Certificate Valued at $20 Donated By Green Cuisine | $20 |
 | Green Cuisine Gift Certificate Valued at $20 Donated By Green Cuisine | $20 |
 | Green Cuisine Gift Certificate Valued at $30 Donated By Green Cuisine | $30 |
 | Green Cuisine Gift Certificate Valued at $30 Donated By Green Cuisine | $30 |
 | Gift Certificate for Services Valued at $50 Donated By The Current Clinic | $50 |
 | Cowichan Vodka Winner of a Gold Medal in the Vodka Class at the 2018 Canadian Artisan Spirit Competition. This bottle of Merridale Cowichan Vodka was donated by Great Greens Farm Market in Cowichan Bay; #1 Source for farm fresh & local grocery items, plants, and more! From farm to fork & DELICIOUS! We work with hundreds of local suppliers to bring you farm fresh food, gift items and floral. Lots of Organic, Non-GMO & Gluten Free Options! We also have a full Cafe, and Garden Center! "Elevating the level of health in our community by providing food that is straight from the farm to your fork!” Tons of parking for RV's, trailers, buses, boats, farm tractors…" Valued at $40 Donated By Great Greens Farm Market | $40 |
 | Scentuals Gift Basket To deliver you the best products nature can provide, we handcraft each and every self care item using wholesome 100% natural and organic ingredients like Organic Argan, Coconut and Olive oils, Shea butters, spices and 100% pure essential oils. Every ingredient we use is curated globally and has been hand chosen for its quality and health benefits. OUR PRODUCTS ARE: Petroleum Free | Paraben Free | Sulfate Free Dye Free | SLS Free | Silicone Free | DEA Free Never Tested on Animals Valued at $150 Donated By Scentuals Natural & Organic Skincare | $150 |
 | Gift Certificate to Plantitude We strive to use fresh, local and organic ingredients whenever possible and are proud to partner with several Vancouver Island based suppliers. From the farms and forests of our beautiful Cowichan Valley to local coffee roasters, beer and wine producers, we understand that our backyard is bountiful and we look forward to sharing it with you Valued at $100 Donated By Plantitude | $100 |
 | Portrait Session Valued at $400 Donated By Bob Vanderford Photography | $400 |
 | Pet Portrait Session Valued at $400 Donated By Bob Vanderford Photography | $400 |
 | Coffee Mugs Valued at $130 Donated By Cafe La Vie | $130 |
 | Gift Card Tina is donating a $50 gift card to 'The Very Good Butchers' - who provide organic, wholesome and delicious meat alternatives that everyone can enjoy and feel good about. Valued at $50 Donated By Tina Jensen | $50 |
 | Decadent Gift Basket Mette Hobden and Daniel Hobden (RE/MAX of Duncan) provide a quality and professional Real Estate service and will always put your needs first whether you are buying or selling. Valued at $140 | $140 |
 | Signed Copy of Vegan Comfort Classics Priceless! Donated By Penguin Random House Canada | Priceless! |
 | Gift Card to the Vegan Hippie Chick Cafe Featuring delicious eggless benny's, sandwiches with house-made flat bread and sauces, crazy burgers, raw pizza whole or by the slice, warm comforting soups, healthy smoothies, specialty hot drinks, house-made ice teas, raw vegan donuts and over-the-top desserts.. stop by for a unique dining experience perfect for the entire family!! Valued at $50 Donated By Vegan Hippie Chick Cafe | $50 |
 | One bag of whole bean coffee We hand craft fine roasted coffees and serve the highest standards of espresso and filter coffee. Valued at $17 Donated By Fernwood Coffee Company | $17 |
 | One bag of whole bean coffee We hand craft fine roasted coffees and serve the highest standards of espresso and filter coffee. Valued at $17 Donated By Fernwood Coffee Company | $17 |
 | Family Admission to IMAX Valued at $50 Donated By IMAX Victoria | $50 |
 | Gift Card to Horror Escape WE'RE A LOCAL BUSINESS WITH A PASSION FOR CREATING IMMERSIVE AND THRILLING ENTERTAINMENT. Valued at $50 Donated By Horror Escape | $50 |
| Online Auction - Free to participate!! | ||
 | Gift Certificate for Rolls Royce Painting Valued at $1,000 Donated By Rolls Royce Painting | $1,000 |
 | One Night Stay Valued at $200 Donated By Hotel Grand Pacific | $200 |
 | One night stay at the Sandman Victoria At the end of a full day, relax in the heated indoor pool and whirlpool, make use of our full fitness facilities, then take advantage of room service. All guest rooms feature high speed internet access, complementary coffee and tea, in-room hair dryers, irons and ironing boards. Deluxe rooms, kitchen facilities, executive suites, and jacuzzi units are available to accommodate every taste. Valued at $250 Donated By Sandman Hotel Victoria | $250 |
 | One Night Stay Valued at $300 Donated By Chateau Victoria | $300 |
 | Handcrafted First Nations Guitar Pick Pendant Francis Dick is an integral member of the native art community, and is frequently requested to speak for various community organizations, women's groups and university classes. Valued at $150 Donated By Linda Tesser | $150 |
 | Gift Certificate for Terry Oh Tattoos Valued at $150 Donated By Terry Oh Tattoos | $150 |
 | Gift Certificate for Music Camps at PJ Music "We are Victoria’s most comprehensive place to learn music. We offer a wide range of options for instruction on a variety of musical instruments from piano to trumpet to violin. Our instructors are professionally certified and very skilled in their crafts and therefore offer the best possible learning for people of all ages. We believe that you are never too old to learn to play music!" Valued at $500 Donated By PJ Music Studios | $500 |
 | Gift Certificate for PJ Music "We are Victoria’s most comprehensive place to learn music. We offer a wide range of options for instruction on a variety of musical instruments from piano to trumpet to violin. Our instructors are professionally certified and very skilled in their crafts and therefore offer the best possible learning for people of all ages. We believe that you are never too old to learn to play music!" Valued at $200 Donated By PJ Music Studios | $200 |
 | 14 KT Gold Aquamarine Earrings Valued at $600 Donated By Ron Moffat, Jeweller | $600 |
 | Gift Certificate for Carpet Cleaning Valued at $150 Donated By Happy Carpet Cleaners | $150 |
| Portrait Session - Contact Platinum Events for Details When you donate $99, you will receive a Gift Certificate worth $400 for a Family or our "Black Velvet" portrait session. The certificate covers the session fee of $200 as well as $200 towards your portrait investment. We are Bob & Sandy of Bob Vanderford Photography and we love to celebrate the uniqueness of everyone we photograph. We believe that families are precious. Our work portrays the love, closeness, heart and soul of your family through portrait art that will be proudly displayed and treasured for generation. Valued at $400 Donated By Bob Vanderford Photography | $400 |
| Pet Portrait Session - Contact Platinum Events for Details When you donate $99, you will receive a gift Certificate worth $400 for a Pet Portrait session. The certificate covers the session fee of $200 as well as $200 towards your portrait investment. Pets are an integral part of our families. Like family, they all have unique personalities. Our goal is to capture this personality in the studio or on location. In addition we also create custom pieces where your pet is the “hero”. Valued at $400 Donated By Bob Vanderford Photography | $400 |
 | Gift Certificate for a Complimentary Session One Complimentary Session PLUS One Grocery Education Trip Now in his 60th year, Ken feels he is at his peak level of fitness. Through a lifetime of experience in the industry and over 40,000 hours of teaching, coaching and training in the health and fitness industry, Ken knows what works. Ken teaches the “Fitness Triad,” attaining total health through 1) fitness/working out 2) working in, and 3) nutrition. To have complete success in becoming the healthiest version of you, all three have to be working in synergy. Ken Windjack - Certified Personal Trainer, BC Physical Education, Registered Holistic Nutritionist (P) Valued at $120 Donated By Windjack Health and Fitness | $120 |
 | Painting by J. Austin "Prairie Winter Scene" by J. Austin Dimensions are 17" x 21" Valued at $250 Donated By Chuck Groot | $250 |
 | Ladies Whistler Insulated Vest (L) Valued at $150 Donated By Team Sales | $150 |
 | Ladies Razor Polo (L) Valued at $45 Donated By Team Sales | $45 |
 | Ladies Mercer Insulated Vest (L) Valued at $150 Donated By Team Sales | $150 |
 | Ladies Performance Polo (L) Valued at $45 Donated By Team Sales | $45 |
 | One bag of whole bean coffee We hand craft fine roasted coffees and serve the highest standards of espresso and filter coffee. Valued at $17 Donated By Fernwood Coffee Company | $17 |
 | One bag of whole bean coffee We hand craft fine roasted coffees and serve the highest standards of espresso and filter coffee. Valued at $17 Donated By Fernwood Coffee Company | $17 |
 | Full Hair Cut Service Valued at $60 Donated By Inspire Hair Design | $60 |
| Gift Card to Horror Escape WE'RE A LOCAL BUSINESS WITH A PASSION FOR CREATING IMMERSIVE AND THRILLING ENTERTAINMENT. Valued at $50 Donated By Horror Escape | $50 |
 | Gift Certificate for Plant-Based Nutritionist Valued at $250 Donated By Melissa Morimoto | $250 |
 | Admission for two to Butchart Gardens Valued at $70 Donated By Butchart Gardens | $70 |
| Centerpieces | ||
 | Table #1 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #2 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #3 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #4 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #5 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #6 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #7 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #8 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #10 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #10 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #11 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
| Table #12 Centrepiece Valued at $45 Donated By Platinum Events | $45 |
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