Personalized Video from Quarantine Queen Leslie Jordan
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity: Emmy Award-winning actor and comedian Leslie Jordan will record a personalized video for you or a friend (or even a frenemy)! The video message can be a general greeting, a celebration or toast of an event, or even a friendly roast - it's up to you. Treat yourself or surprise a loved one to this very special opportunity - bid now!

Video will be up to 10 minutes long. GMCW will reach out to the winning bidder for the desired premise of the video. After details are confirmed and communicated to Leslie, the turnaround time for the video is 5 business days. Must be redeemed by 12/31/20.

A Very Happy Hour with Alan Cumming

Enjoy a fabulous virtual happy hour with the charismatic and gorgeous Alan Cumming! Alan will join you - and up to five (5) friends - via Zoom for one hour of hilarious conversation and merry fun. Six bottles of wine from Grape Intentions also included (but try not to drink them all in one hour!)

Bid now on this one-of-a-kind hand-written manuscript of GMCW's new anthem, "Harmony's Never Too Late"! Autographed by composer Stephen Flaherty and lyricist Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, Once on This Island), this is an item you simply can't get anywhere else!

You love wine! You love people! Getting both in the same room these days is a bit of a challenge. Here's a fix!

Enjoy a wonderful evening led by Sommelier Brett H. Philpott-Freeman, Founder of Grape Intentions. You'll enjoy a fun, engaging, and approachable virtual wine tasting for you and seven or your nearest and dearest.

We'll work together to select your wines and pick a date. Your wine kit will ship to you and your guests ahead of the scheduled day and time. Then everyone logs-in on the day and away we go! Brett is heavily sought after for both corporate and private wine tasting events because, well, they're just that fun!

Tasting Includes:

Around The World Wine Tasting - 4 (375ml) bottles of wine

Sommelier - Brett will lead your tasting for up to 2 hours. A tasting of four wines usually takes about 90 minutes.

Shipping - Ground shipping to the lower 48. (Not all states eligible.)

Wine Kit - Eight (8) kits sent to you and seven other addresses. Kit includes a welcome letter with instructions, a handwritten note card that includes your personalized message, a brochure for taking notes, 4 (375ml) bottles of wine, roasted gourmet nuts, and Valrhona chocolate.

Curated Wine Selection - Wines are chosen based on your interests and after a conversation with Brett.

Hosting - The Virtual Wine Tasting is hosted on Zoom. A link is provided to forward to your guests.

Paige Cutrona, lyric soprano, and Jonathan Fox Powers, bass-baritone, are partners in music and partners in life. In fact, they are getting married on September 5th!
Together they will present a bespoke, virtual concert, curated to your tastes and interests, on a date of your choosing. Turn your living room into a parlor concert or recital hall!
The recipient may choose from the below concert themes: A Celebration of Classic Broadway: Beloved songs and duets from the golden age of Broadway, including gems from Camelot, South Pacific, Carousel and more. Songs of the British Isles: - Music of English, Scottish, Welsh and Irish composers including traditional songs, Baroque greats like Purcell and Handel, and melodies from the English Renaissance. The Seine and The Rhine - Music of Two Rivers: German lieder and French chanson highlighting the beautiful poetic language used by such composers as Schubert, Schumann, Beethoven, Faure and Debussy. Opera's Greatest Hits: Arias and duets from some of operas most-performed composers such as Mozart, Puccini, Verdi and Wagner. Hear music you may know and love, plus bits of synopsis and historical context to bring you closer to the score than ever before. Viva, Italia!: An all-Italian program highlighting the passion and romance of the Italian heart, featuring Neapolitan songs and beloved arias. The recipient of this exclusive event will also be treated to a premiere of brand new compositions from a song cycle by Jonathan Fox Powers, set to the poetry of E. E. Cummings. This will be the first time they are performed in public. They are looking forward to sharing music with you and your friends!."

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Your package includes:

• One Night Double Occupancy Stay at LIve! Hotel
• $150 Spa Treatment of Choice per person
• Dinner for Two at the Prime Rib
• Breakfast for Two at David's
• 2 certificates for $15 of Free Slot Play

Autographed Score of "Make Them Hear You" from Ragtime, signed by playwright Terrence McNally.

Enjoy a Multi-Course, handcrafted dinner for six guests with wines to pair.

The Wine House is a locally owned and operated wine bar and bistro in downtown Fairfax. Brought to you by people in your neighborhood that love wine and food.

Gift certificate for Sunday Dinner for Two at Café Oggi in McLean, VA.

Neighborhood go-to since 1991 for sophisticated, traditional Italian cuisine, plus outdoor seating.

In lieu of the COVID-19 Pandemic, Café Oggi is offering carry-out service.

Dinner for Two at Annie's Paramount Steakhouse in Washington, DC. Valid for food & drinks.

Steaks & American basics plus a popular weekend brunch served in a dining room or lively bar area.

Annie's has been a post-performance tradition for members of The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC.

$100 Gift Card to Suskio Restaurant in Chevy Chase, MD.

The Japanese culinary tradition is one of the strongest in the world, and like any art form, it has no limits. Using the finest ingredients available, our constantly evolving menu provides an experience that is unique to Sushiko. Our approach focuses on tradition as an art form instead of a rule book. To ensure a truly first class dining experience, co-executive chefs and brothers Handry and Piter Tjan keep their eyes and minds open to new ingredients and techniques, without losing sight of the preparation and showmanship at the soul of Japanese tradition. We believe Japanese cuisine is not defined by ingredients alone, so we focus on what makes it exceptional: precision and simplicity.

In lieu of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sushiko is offering delivery and contactless carryout service.

$100 Gift Card to Tonic Restaurant in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood of Washington, DC.

Featuring American comfort food with a twist, Tonic's menu is reminiscent of your mother's recipes - homemade mac n' cheese, delicious hamburgers that are perfectly seasoned and topped with tasty fixings, specialty pizzas that satisfy every craving, and, of course our signature tots fried to golden perfection.

Dinner for 2 at Metro 29 Diner.

Open till the wee hours in the morning and always ready to serve a good hearty breakfast, we are your spot for great steaks, chops, salads, Italian specialties, and of course, desserts to die for ...come see why we were chosen to appear in Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in 2010! We are located in the heart of Arlington, Virginia.

Two $50 Gift Cards to Meiwah Restaurant

Classic Chinese dishes are served in this popular, 2-story spot with floor-to-ceiling windows.

$25 Gift Certificate to any Great American Restaurant, Inc. location.

Valid at:

• ARTIE'S in Fairfax, VA
• BEST BUNS in Shirlington, VA
• CARLYLE in Shirlington, VA
• COASTAL FLATS in Tysons Corner, VA; Fairfax Corner. VA; & Gaithersburg. MD
• JACKSON'S in Reston, VA
• MIKE'S AMERICAN in Springfield, VA
• OZZIE'S in Fairfax, VA
• RANDY'S PRIME SEAFOOD & STEAKS in Vienna, VA
• SILVERADO in Annandale, VA
• SWEETWATER, in Centreville, Merrifield, & Sterling

$25 Gift Certificate to The Cultured Pearl in Rehoboth Beach, DE, where East meets West - A Blend of Tradition and Taste.

Since 1993, The Cultured Pearl has been responsible for bringing the art of sushi into the lives of hundreds of thousands.

Gift Certificate for a one-night weekend stay in a Deluxe Guest Room at The Willard InterContinental Hotel in Washington, DC.

Often called "the Crown Jewel of Pennsylvania Avenue," The Willard InterContinental is conveniently located just one block from the White House. Internationally known as one of the best hotels in Washington DC, The Willard's unique blend of contemporary luxury, historic charm, and sustainable hospitality subtly reflects the spirit of the city. Insiders and newcomers alike will delight in their stay at The Willard.

Guests at The Willard experience the welcoming hospitality and comfort of an elegant private residence. Many of our hotel rooms feature views of Pennsylvania Avenue, many of the capital's landmarks, and downtown Washington, DC.

Gift Certificate for a one-night weekend stay in a Deluxe Guest Room at The Willard InterContinental Hotel in Washington, DC.

Often called "the Crown Jewel of Pennsylvania Avenue," The Willard InterContinental is conveniently located just one block from the White House. Internationally known as one of the best hotels in Washington DC, The Willard's unique blend of contemporary luxury, historic charm, and sustainable hospitality subtly reflects the spirit of the city. Insiders and newcomers alike will delight in their stay at The Willard.

Guests at The Willard experience the welcoming hospitality and comfort of an elegant private residence. Many of our hotel rooms feature views of Pennsylvania Avenue, many of the capital's landmarks, and downtown Washington, DC.

Tour 4 great wineries in the DMV Metro Area:

Valley Roads Vineyards (Afton, VA)

Tasting of 7 wines (3 White, 1 Rose, and 3 Red) for eight guests. Also includes a 10% discount on bottles of wine on date of tasting.

Ingleside Vineyards (Oak Grove, VA)

VIP Tour & Tasting for 6 at Ingleside Vineyards.

You and your guests will experience Ingleside's history and wine-making on a private, guided tour of the winery. Following the tour, you'll enjoy a wine and cheese reception featuring a full array of Ingleside's award-winning wines from whites to reds, dry to sweet. Includes a complimentary wine glass.

Black Ankle Vineyards (Mt. Airy, MD)

Black Ankle Vineyards Tour & Tasting for 8 guests. This tour includes a guided walk-through of Blake Ankle Vineyards' 22 acres of sustainably grown vineyards, an in-depth tour of Black Ankle Vineyards' unique, eco-friendly tasting room, and a complimentary tasting of a selection of Blake Ankle Vineyards' wines.

Jefferson Vineyards (Charlottesville, VA)

Complimentary wine tasting for four at Jefferson Vineyards.

Come visit our country style setting where you can taste our wines and experience our beautiful location. Our property is located between Monticello and James Monroe's Highland and is only 10 minutes from Charlottesville.

Sip a glass of Viognier on the lawn or savor our wines while enjoying our heated indoor seating areas. Bring a picnic and enjoy a leisurely lunch on our hillside.

A one-night weekend stay for two in a deluxe King Guest Room to include Full American Breakfast (Entree, Coffee/Tea & Juice) for two

Four complimentary daytime admissions to George Washington's Mount Vernon.

One of the nation's most beloved historic sites, Mount Vernon offers a glimpse into 18th-century plantation life through beautiful gardens and grounds, intriguing museum exhibits, and immersive programs honoring George Washington's life and legacy.

Large fancy wicker picnic basket with service for 2. Includes two bottles of wine

Impress your guests at your next cocktail party with a Set of more than 50 pieces of ornate stemware.

This set is a mix of Tiffin or Czech Bohemian design with vintage 24K gold trims or ball stems.

In excellent condition. No chips or cracks.

Framed reproduction of "Tuscany Hillside II" painting by Allayn Stevens. 36" x 32"

Painting of a male nude, artist unknown. 5' x 2'

Juan Gil 2017 Double Magnum bottle of red wine. The bottle contains 3 litres, or the equivalent of four typical bottles of Monastrell (Mourvèdre) variety grape wine from southeast Spain. The dinner wine offers smooth red berry and plum flavors with gobs of fresh, juicy fruit and soft tannins adding structure.

90-minute full body deep Swedish massage at either Dupont Circle, Washington, DC or Silver Spring, Maryland location.

Gift certificate for $125 toward a 90-minute session with Auman Massage Thearpy.

Ben Auman has been practicing massage in DC since 2015, and won the Washington Blade Best Of Massage category in 2017.

As a licensed massage therapist, Ben integrates relaxation, deep tissue, and myofascial massage techniques to soft tissues with the intention of improving circulation, digestion, immunity, flexibility, breathing, posture, and general health; reducing stress and anxiety; increasing clarity and body awareness; increasing energy; and focusing on a greater sense of the mind-body connection. Ben does not diagnose, prescribe medications, or manipulate/adjust human skeletal structures.

$50 Gift Certificate to purchase of any custom invitations, stationery, or gifts from Creative Parties.

Creative Parties is a professional event planning company and a designer & supplier of invitations and stationery.

Certificate for financial planning from Partnership Wealth Management, LLC. Two appointments are included.

This plan may include the following:

• Investment Strategies
• Retirement Planning
• Tax Planning
• Insurance Analysis (Life, Disability, & Long-Term Care)
• Estate Planning Savings Goals

Partnership Wealth Management, LLC, is an independent financial services company that are specialists in helping same-sex couples, educators, and engineers pursue their goals.

We offer custom wealth management advice with creative strategies tailored to our clients' unique financial objectives. Our full-service practice provides investment management, retirement planning, tax strategies, insurance (life, disability, and long-term care), and estate planning strategies.

Four private, one-hour sessions focusing on vocal technique and/or performance coaching, ideal for audition and solo preparation. Good for newer to more experienced singers.

Mario Sengco received voice training privately for seven years on Cape Cod and recently at the Levine School of Music. He has performed in numerous vocal ensembles and choirs including the Gay Men's Chorus of Washington and the Choral Arts Society of Washington. He has also founded and directed a few small ensembles that specialized in a range of musical styles from early music to barbershop. He is a frequent soloist and musical performer.

Be kind to your family and loved ones by being prepared for the risk of incapacitation and death.

$250 gift certificate from Lars Etzkorn Law PLLC can be used towards the creation of a custom estate plan and related documents (e.g., will, trust, medical directive and powers of attorney).

Have your piano tuned by a member of our family! GMCW member Donald Chandler will provide full piano tuning service.

Certificate for two hours of Eco friendly residential or commercial cleaning from The Green Mop.

Gift Certificate for $80.00 for grooming services with Bonnie's Dog & Cat Grooming

Four Tickets to Signature Theatre presents: Mamma Mia! at The Anthem on Sunday, June 26, 2021 at 2 pm or 8 pm.

4 Tickets to BenDeLaCreme is Ready To Be Committed at the 9:30 Club on Thursday, April 15, 2021.

Global drag icon BenDeLaCreme, presents her latest critically-acclaimed narrative cabaret show, "BenDeLaCreme is...READY TO BE COMMITTED": a hilarious and heartfelt spectacular that blends burlesque, comedy, and original music with her signature Terminally Delightful charm.

After years of people asking the aggressively effervescent queen if she "can please settle down," BenDeLaCreme is finally ready to tie the knot in something besides her corset. Now all she needs is a potential spouse. And a dress. And a cake. And the ability to consider others.

Join the blushing bride as she tackles the pitfalls of love, marriage and romance. It's a relay race to the altar as DeLa dodges pervy Grindr suiters, bitchy wedding cake toppers, and a visit from cupid himself in a limited engagement about the limitations of engagements. Written, directed, and produced by BenDeLaCreme, "BenDeLaCreme is...READY TO BE COMMITTED" showcases the superstar's brilliance at its best, leading to sold-out residencies of the show in New York City and Provincetown in 2019.

5-LP set of the Rogers & Hammerstein classic musical Carousel featuring the Original Broadway cast.

Includes an insert containing lyrics of all songs and biographies of each original cast member.

21 Record Album Sets

These are record album sets from the late 1930's through early 1940's of the world's greatest composers and their works. These would be considered a real find for anyone who collects and appreciates classical music on vinyl. Records themselves are in mint condition (probably never played) with crisp colored labels. Record jackets are in very good condition (a little fading, a few dented corners, etc). Albums range from containing 3 double faced 12 inch records to 9 double faced 12 inch records.

Includes:

• Beethoven - Symphony No. 6 in F Major ("Pastoral")
• Lohengrin (Richard Wagner)
• Schubert - Symphony No. 5 in B Flat Major
• Mozart - Symphony No. 40 in G Minor
• Haydn - Symphony No. 99 in E Flat Major
• Maurice Ravel's Bolero
• Tschaikowsky - Symphony No. 4 in F Minor
• Szostakowicz - Symphony No. 6 Op. 53
• Tschaihowsky - Concerto No.1 in B Flat Minor
• Pagliacci (Ruggiero Leoncavallo)
• Franz Schubert - Symphony No. 8 in B Minor (Unfinished)
• Wagner - Prelude to "Die Meistersinger", Prelude to "Parsifo"
• Chopin - Concerto No.1 in E Minor for Piano & Orchestra
• Rimsky -Korsakow Scheherazade
• Gilbert & Sullivan - H.M.S. Pinafore
• Bach Brandenburg - Concertos Nos. 2 & 3
• Beethoven - Symphony No. 8 in F Major
• Beethoven - Symphony No. 5 in C Minor
• Franck - Symphony in D Minor Volume 1
• Frank - Symphony in D Minor Volume 2
• Brahms -Symphony No. 2 in D Major

Library of Jackie Gleason LP's (including the coveted 2-LP Lover's Portfolio).

Includes:

• 2 LP Lover's Portfolio
• Aphrodisia
• Rebound
• Today's Romantic Hits for Lovers Vol 1
• Today's Romantic Hits for Lovers Vol 2
• Music for Lovers Only
• The Last Dance - for Lovers Only
• Velvet & Gold - set of 2 LPs
• Night Winds
• Music to Change Her Mind
• Music, Martinis, and Memories
• Lazy Lively Love
• Love Embers and Flame
• How Sweet It Is
• The Best of Jackie Gleason
• Oooo!
• Opiate d'Amour
• The Gentle Touch

Retro-style bomber jacket that once belonged to Michael Callen of the LGBT vocal ensemble, The Flirtations.

Jacket is a size Medium.

Michael Callen was an American singer, songwriter, composer, author, and AIDS activist. Callen was diagnosed with AIDS in 1982 and became a pioneer of AIDS activism in New York City, working closely with his doctor, Dr. Joseph Sonnabend, and Richard Berkowitz. Together, they published articles and pamphlets to raise awareness about the correlation between risky sexual behaviors and AIDS.

He was a well-loved singer and songwriter in the gay community. He founded the gay male a cappella singing group, The Flirtations, with whom he recorded two albums. He also had a solo album, Purple Heart (Significant Other Records, 1988), which a review in The Advocate called, "the most remarkable gay independent release of the past decade." In partnership with Oscar winner Peter Allen and Marsha Melamet, he wrote his most enduring song, "Love Don't Need a Reason", which he sang frequently at gay pride and AIDS-related events around the country.

Set of 8 posters of Kennedy Center performances including:

• The Ring of the Nibelung
• Renee Fleming Voices: Norm Lewis
• The Life Aquatic Tribute to David Bowie
• The National Ballet of Canada
• And more!