WFDD's Neal Charnoff on Your Answering Machine! Neal Charnoff joined 88.5 WFDD as Morning Edition host in 2014, after decades of experience in public radio. 88.5 WFDD, Public Radio for the Piedmont, is a broadcast service of Wake Forest University and is the only public radio station of its kind located in the Piedmont Triad. It broadcasts news, information, and public affairs programming covering the arts, people, and institutions in the area from its Winston-Salem studios. The state's charter NPR member, 88.5 WFDD is the longest continuously-broadcasting public radio station in North Carolina. This opportunity expires March 31, 2020. The recording will be provided to the recipient via email as an mp3 file, and WFDD will accept a script or bullet points for assistance in recording. The recording provided is for personal use only. Value: priceless

Lunch or Breakfast with Wake Forest Baptist CEO Enjoy the chance to visit with Julie A. Freischlag, MD, chief executive officer of Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and dean of Wake Forest School of Medicine. As CEO and Dean, Dr. Freischlag has the overall responsibility for the Medical Center's clinical, academic and innovation enterprises and its annual operating budget of $2.5B. Dr. Freischlag has helped to drive change in academic medicine with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion. Expires 09/30/2019. Value: priceless

Lanie Pope for a Day Ever wonder what is involved in forecasting the weather? Is it a crystal ball or is it science? Will we need an umbrella or sunscreen? The winning bidder of this item will have the opportunity to go to work with WXII 12 Chief Meteorologist Lanie Pope and learn all about the high-tech tools that are used in determining tomorrow's weather! In addition, the lucky winner will also be invited to have a front row seat for that evening's news and weather broadcast on WXII. Date to be mutually agreed upon by Ms. Pope and winning bidder. Expires 09/30/2019. Value: priceless

Private Lunch and VIP Tour of City Hall with Mayor Joines. How much fun would it be to learn what it's like to be the Mayor of Winston-Salem without having to go through a campaign? The winning bidder of this item will be treated to a one-on-one private lunch with Mayor Joines and have the opportunity to learn what it's like to be at the helm of our City of Arts and Innovation! Date to be mutually agreed upon by Mayor Joines and winning bidder. Expires 09/30/2019. Value: priceless

Editor for a Day at Winston-Salem Monthly Magazine.
The winning bidder of this item will have the rare opportunity to go behind the scenes and experience the process of transforming ideas and concepts into a monthly magazine. You will also have the opportunity to pitch your own idea for a future story and even help Editor Katlyn Proctor write her monthly article to readers! Date to be mutually agreed upon by Ms. Proctor and winning bidder. Expires 09/30/2019. Value: priceless

Cooking Class for Two and Heirloom Tré Woodworking Cutting Board. You won't have to worry about what's for dinner when you grab a friend and head to Southern Home and Kitchen for an evening of culinary adventures! Learn new skills to enhance your next dinner party, discover how to create a meal of Spanish tapas, explore the world of perfect party desserts, or learn how to concoct new cocktails--the choice is yours! For more on Tré, see item #233. Value: $185

Custom Wine by Camelback Winery Why would you buy regular wine when you can have a local winemaker make a special batch just for you? Have your own custom wine making experience with winemaker Justin Sizemore, owner of Camel's Back Winery in WS. You design the wine and the labels. Justin holds a private winemaking tutorial for you and a guest and makes your wine. Any varietals. 2 cases of wine. Must be used by December 2020. Value: $500

Southern Home & Kitchen, Private Dinner for 6 Your place or ours? Whatever your pleasure, you can be assured that you and up to five friends will be treated to a delicious multi-course dinner, complete with wine! The winning bidder will coordinate with your "chef," Don McClain, to create the perfect dinner for you and your foodie friends, You dinner can either be hosted at your home or in the home of Don and Deb McClain in historic West End. Date and final menu to be mutually agreed upon by Dr. McClain and winning bidder. Expires 09/30/2019. Value: $600

Private Draw the Presidents Art Lesson + Book The winner will learn to draw as many United States presidents as they like, guided by Professor John Hutton. The class will last approximately 60 minutes and all materials will be provided. Professor Hutton will include a signed copy of his newest book, How to Draw the Presidents (publishes July 2019). Appropriate for ages 12 and up. Must be used between May 30, 2019-October 31, 2019. Value: $100

Private Plein-Aire Art Lesson in Old Salem + Book Professor John Hutton will guide the participant in creating a landscape drawing of an Old Salem scene in pen, ink, and watercolor. Professor Hutton will also provide a signed copy of his book, Sister Maus: Flowers for Mr. President . The class will last approximately 90 minutes and all materials will be provided. Appropriate for ages 12 and up. Must be used between May 30, 2019-October 31, 2019. Value: $150

Custom Art by Sean McNamara Sean Robert McNamara is a digital painter who draws inspiration from his memories of growing up in the Hudson Valley, observing the nuanced interactions between diverse cultures and aesthetics: the cosmopolitan stewarding the pastoral, the blue-collar living among the artifacts of colonial opulence, the myth of nature in a land that has been shaped by humans for millennia. Sean will create a custom rendition of your home. Value: $300

Community Music School Lessons UNCSA's Community Music School offers a high quality music education to students of all ages and levels of experience. Group courses and private lessons are offered in a wide range of instruments and styles and are taught by some of the area's top working musicians. This gift certificate is good toward four free lessons for the instrument of your choice. New students welcome! Expires 1/1/2020. Value: $144

Summit Afternoon Academy Apply this $100 credit towards Summit's high-quality, on-site enrichment classes focusing on meaningful experiences and developing creativity and collaboration. Enrollment limits and registration deadlines apply. Valid for Fall 2019 or Spring 2020. May be used on new registrations only. No credit given on previous or current enrollments. Value: $100

Summit Summer A $200 credit towards Summit Summer 2019. Three-year-olds to rising tenth graders will delight in their Summit Summer experience. Enrollment limits and registration deadlines apply. Expiration date is August 1, 2019. No credit given on previous or current enrollments. Value: $200 Summit School

Puppy Party Salem Manor Labradoodles will bring a litter of adorable Australian Labradoodles to your favorite animal lover's next birthday party. This coveted breed, with its signature calm and relaxed temperament, will melt the hearts of your partygoers. Enjoy half an hour of play with 6-8 week old puppies. To be scheduled with breeder and subject to availability of a litter and both parties.. Value: $150

Need a night out? Students from Wake Forest University Student Association for the Advancement of Refugees (SAFAR) are donating their time to babysit your children for up to 3 hours. They have lots of experience in tutoring, playing, and mentoring local children. Availability and scheduling to be arranged individually. Must be used by May 2019. Value: $175 (up to 4 students available at 3 hours each).

Make your next party a yoga party with Omagination Yoga! From toddlers to teens and boys to girls, everyone can learn poses, play games, and enjoy guided relaxation with Miss Diane! These fabulous hour and a half parties come to you (inside or outside) and are great for birthdays, playdates, book clubs, scouts, and more! Includes yoga props and supplies. For up to 10 children ages 3-13. Dates subject to availability. Value: $155

Mareesa Ahmad started a program called "Kids Can Cook!" in the summer of her freshman year in high school. Her mission is to change the eating habits of young adults at a grassroot level and promote a life-long interest in good health and nutrition through private, one-on-one, or group cooking lessons. Mareesa is a sophomore at Wake Forest University and writes for Spoon magazine. Maximum 5 children. Please book within one year. Value: $150

Birthday Party at Cash Lovell Stables. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons, children of all ages can enjoy a two-hour party in Cash Lovell's climate-controlled, fully-indoor riding facility. Party-goers will ride and groom party ponies. When not riding, children enjoy making horsey crafts, playing horseshoes, hunting for candy in the hay, playing barn ball, and so much more! Value: $400

Peppercorn Theater Producer for a Day Spend a day behind the scenes with Peppercorn Theatre at Kaleideum! Arrive at call time before a performance of "The Jungle Book" (April 2-18, 2019 at Kaleideum Downtown) to warm up with the actors. Get a backstage tour of the theatre space from the Stage Manager, learn about costumes, props and scenery, and watch the performance with a Producer and three guests! Meet and greet after the show with the cast and crew for an exclusive insight into the making of professional theatre. Includes four tickets to the performance of your choice. Value: $150

Tennis Lessons & Fleet Feet Gift Card. Jonathan was a nationally ranked junior and Captain of a top-10 ranked Harvard tennis team. He also played on the ATP Tour for three years and has served as a volunteer coach for the University of Kentucky Women's Tennis Team and at Randy Pate's Tennis Academy. He has a particular expertise in doubles strategy and loves working with players of all ages. Four participants maximum. Value: $100

WS Dash: 4 Flow Club Tickets for the 2019 Season Flow Club membership includes a premier seat in the best seating locations in the ballpark as well as full access to the Flow Club restaurant, with an all-you-can-eat buffet and free parking. Value: $153

Private Yoga Class with Mary Allen at Incendiary Brewing Grab some friends and stretch your bodies and palates at a Private Yoga Class for 8-10 taught by Mary Allen on the patio at Incendiary Brewing Co. Yoga with Mary Allen is upbeat and empowering. Includes post-savasana beers for the crew. To be scheduled either Monday - Thursday, 3-4pm or Saturday/ Sunday, 11am - 12pm. Value: $175

Set of Custom Monogrammed Towels and Matching Bath Mat Everything is better with a monogram! Just ask Sallie Alderman, who left her day job to run her own full-time monogramming business. This custom set is plush, soft and absorbent. Elegant and luxurious, this set makes the perfect housewarming or wedding gift. Value: $175

Two-Hour Interior Design Service with Spruce Creative Studio. The world is full of pretty spaces, but what transforms a house into a home are thoughtful details with a sense of personality. Jourdan Fairchild of Spruce Creative Studio will guide you as you solve a tricky corner of your home or hang the perfect gallery wall. To be scheduled at mutual convenience of parties; may only be available for remote consultation on certain dates. Expires 10/1/2019. Value: $150

Two Hours of Organizing from Creative Transitions Three women with fantastic organizing skills will come to your home or office for two hours and make order out of chaos in one room or section of the home or office. To be scheduled at the mutual convenience of the parties. The team will only work in climate-controlled spaces. While we sometimes feel that we can leap over tall buildings in a single bound, we can't move a piano--but if you've got a jumble, we can make it better. Value: $150

Hawkins Landscape Architecture Consulting and Design Package. Discover the 3D landscape design that will change the way you look at any project. Lori Hawkins' work is guided by a classic design sense, sensitivity to the environment and an exacting attention to detail. She will provide a seamless integration of the natural environment, architecture, and site characteristics. This package includes: 1) A full 3D Landscape Masterplan (5-hour plan plus consultation); 2) Assorted garden gifts; 3) $500 voucher for professional installation by Ideal Landscaping. Value: $1,500

Fly Fishing Lessons and Guided Fishing Trip! According to instructor Tim Hughes, there is simply NO better way to leave your cares and worries behind than by spending the day fly fishing on one of North Carolina's scenic rivers! The winning bidder will receive a casting lesson on dry land before heading out with Tim for either a morning or afternoon on a local river. And don't worry if you don't have any fishing gear--it will all be provided for both your lesson and on your fishing trip! Value: $400

Weekend in Roaring Gap Mid-Century A-Frame Relax and recharge with a weekend in the mountains. This restored mid-century modern A-frame mountain house in Roaring Gap has four bedrooms and two full baths. Just an hour away from Winston-Salem, enjoy the splendor of the great outdoors with easy access to Stone Mountain State Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway, along with use of the neighborhood pool and tennis courts during the season--or cozy up beside the wood-burning fireplace in winter. Value: $450

This adorable cottage is just a half mile to Bank Street Beach and only one block from Main Street. Visitors have chosen Harwich on Cape Cod as their year-round vacation destination for over a century--come see for yourself why! Enjoy all the area attractions and recreational activities that the area has to offer including boating, biking, hiking, swimming, fishing, golfing, and more. Sleeps 3-4 guests. Available for one week. May through October. To be scheduled at the mutual convenience of parties. Value: $1,000

3-Month Anchor of Hope Subscription Box. The Anchor of Hope subscription series celebrates the healing power of art and creativity. Each month, they fill your box with beautiful handmade products created by refugees, survivors of human trafficking, and others in vulnerable situations. In doing so, they give hope and dignity to individuals who are working to overcome poverty and injustice that has marked their lives. Each box contains a variety of items that may include jewelry, accessories, home goods, ceramics, artwork, exotic spices, and more. Value: $120

Lyndhurst MedSpa Gift Card and Escape Salon Gift Card. Treat yourself! Lyndhurst MedSpa offers facials, peels, microdermabrasion, and other services. They have served three generations of women in our area. Paired with a new look from Escape Salon on Trade Street, you'll be ready for your closeup. Value: $100

Bookmarks Gift Bag and 2 Tickets to Preface Party Paging all bibliophiles! The winner will receive two tickets to Bookmarks' Preface Party on July 25, 2019, where you will be the first to learn which authors will appear at the 15th Bookmarks Festival of Books and Authors (September 5-8, 2019). You'll also have the opportunity to get tickets to special Festival events before anyone else. A Bookmarks jute tote bag, packed with goodies from Bookmarks, will be useful for carrying around your very favorite books--or anything else you need to get through the day! Value: $150

Tré is devoted to creating beautiful, functional woodworks. Their ever-evolving collection encompasses everything from beds to spoons, each commanding the same care and attention. Also central to Tré's mission is the ability to provide training and meaningful employment to talented refugees. Tré is proud to play a part in their journey-and to grow from their relationships with them. This heirloom mirror is crafted with great care so that it will last for generations. Value: $220

Custom-made Amethyst Necklace and Earring Set. No fashion-forward diva would want to miss the opportunity to add this stunning trio to her collection! The necklace is set with a 1.75 carat royal purple amethyst and three white topaz accent stones. Each of the two earrings contain a 1-carat pear shape amethyst and white topaz side stones. Set in sterling with rhodium finishing. Appraised value: $849

Treat yourself with a Keratin Treatment, Shampoo and Conditioner, and Eyebrow Wax! Hair Bomb Salon is one of Winston-Salem's top ranked hair salons. After visiting and receiving their amazing hair treatment, you will never feel more luxurious.
Value: $500