WHYY Online Auction
Going once, going twice, gone!
Back by popular demand, the WHYY Online Auction kicks off on Friday, April 16! This year's items are even more fabulous than before, with exotic vacations, entertainment packages, dazzling jewelry, high-tech toys, sightseeing trips, and rare collectibles on the auction block.
The bidding opens on Friday, April 16 at 8 p.m. during a special live event on TV12, and you'll be able to place your bids online at http://www.whyy.org until Sunday, April 25. (Preview the items up for grabs beginning Thursday, April 1 at http://www.whyy.org.
To donate an item to the WHYY Online Auction, send an e-mail to auction@whyy.org or call (215) 351-1275 by Thursday, April 15. Below is just a sample of some of the fantastic bargains you can get while supporting WHYY programs and services! For a complete list, visit http://www.whyy.org.
 Public TV at Sea
Cruise the Mediterranean with some of your favorite public television personalities -- including Antiques Roadshow appraisers Leigh and Leslie Keno (left), Jim Lehrer, and chef Mary Ann Esposito -- on a once-in-a-lifetime 10-day trip to Greece, Spain and Italy aboard the state-of-the-art Radisson Seven Seas "Voyager." Value: $10,590; Bidding starts at $2,500
 Wheel Fun
Bring back childhood memories with a wooden Radio Flyer Town & Country wagon. Its large bed, removable side rails, steel wheels with rubber tires and extra-long handle for easy pulling make it perfect for carting toys to the beach or taking the kids for a spin around the block. Value: $120; Bidding starts at $25
Hawaiian Heaven
Lounge in tropical bliss for six days and five nights at the deluxe Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort & Spa on Waikiki Beach in beautiful Oahu. This superb resort boasts majestic views, a beachfront lagoon and tropical gardens, all situated on Waikiki's widest stretch of pristine white sand. Value: $2,025; Bidding starts at $500
Bermuda Bliss
Enjoy a four-day, three-night stay for two at the luxurious Sonesta Beach Resort Bermuda, situated on a private 25-acre peninsula and overlooking secluded, pink sand beaches and turquoise waters. Value: $1,200; Bidding starts at $200
 Up Close & Personal
Watch and record action simultaneously with a pocket-sized pair of Bushnell's Image View Digital Binoculars. Ideal for bird watching, concerts or sporting events, these binoculars have a built-in digital camera that can store 75 high-resolution images or up to 300 at low-resolution. Value: $100; Bidding starts at $10
 Stay Cool
Make life a breeze with the Oceanus Ceiling Fan from the Hunter Fan Company, a whisper-quiet, energy-saving model with a 60-inch blade span that increases air movement to keep rooms cool. The fan comes equipped with a wireless remote and includes a lifetime warranty. Value: $350; Bidding starts at $75
 Everyone Loves Lucy
Give these limited-edition dolls a place of honor in your collection! From Mattel® Barbie Collectibles, this gift set celebrates the 50th anniversary of the beloved television show I Love Lucy and the special moment when Lucy told Ricky that she was expecting their first child. Visit http://www.whyy.org for bidding information.
 More Time Together
Tell time in style with his and hers watches from the Seiko Windward Collection. Each timepiece is elegantly crafted of two-tone stainless steel for a look that simply exudes Seiko's superior quality and craftsmanship. Value: $650 for the pair; Bidding starts at $150
 City Sleep Over
Treat your sweetheart to a weekend getaway at the Penn's View Hotel in Old City Philadelphia. This two-night package includes a king-sized suite with a Jacuzzi and complimentary bottle of champagne, dinner at Ristorante Panorama and daily continental breakfast. Value: $325; Bidding starts at $65
 Fresh Squeezed
Get the freshest orange juice each morning with the Mighty OJ Juicer from Metrokane. Sporting a retro design, this juicer has a powerful gear system for an "easy squeeze" and is simpler to use and clean than electric models. Value: $50; Bidding starts at $5
 Sophisticated Sounds
Round out your home music library with a collection of 15 CDs from Sony Classical, including recent releases by Yo-Yo Ma, Joshua Bell and Vladimir Horowitz, and time-honored favorites from composers John Williams and Beethoven. Value: $270; Bidding starts at $35
-- Text: Anna Christopher; Layout: Mary Eileen O'Connor
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