Treat yourself to a 7 night authentic Caribbean getaway at the adults only Galley Bay Resort & Spa in Antigua. Set between one of the best beaches on the island and acres of lush tropical gardens, this all inclusive boutique resort delights guests with a refined, yet unpretentious atmosphere. Ideal for couples and newlyweds seeking a romantic getaway, both adventure and tranquility are on the menu at this award-winning tropical paradise.

Restrictions: Expires 12/20/2025. Does not include dining, beverages, activities, airfare, services charges, and gratuities. Guests may upgrade to a higher category room for an additional fee. Peak season surcharge of $75 per person per night applies for stays during December 21st - January 3rd or February 1st - 24th. No guest under the age of 16 is permitted.

Escape the hustle and bustle of DC with a weeklong getaway to Virginia's Eastern Shore! Only 2.5 hours away, you'll find peace and tranquility in this mid-century modern gem tucked away on a wooded lot and perched high on the bank of the Great Wicomico in Heathsville, Virginia. Take in the views from the balcony, take a dip in the pool, or take a stroll down to the local winery. The adorable town of Kilmarnock is just 10 minutes away and offers a variety of shops and restaurants for you to enjoy. The house sleeps 6-8 guests in 3 bedrooms and 2 baths.

Restrictions: Valid from 01/01/2024-12/31/2024. Dates to be mutually agreed upon by donor and auction winner.

Enjoy a 4 night stay from Thursday, September 7, 2023 - Monday, September 11, 2023 at the The Westin Kierland Villas in Scottsdale. Truly a desert oasis, this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom villa comfortably sleeps 8 guests. Showcasing elegant accommodations, the resort welcomes guests with signature luxury details as well as fully equipped kitchens and kitchenettes and convenient washer/dryers. Tee off at Kierland Golf Club, showcasing 3 championship golf courses with serene views of the mountains. Wellness enthusiasts visiting Arizona will love the WestinWORKOUT fitness studio and 2 refreshing pools. Located near Old Town Scottsdale with enticing dining and shopping options!

Restrictions: Valid September 7, 2023 - September 11, 2023. Must be at least 21 to bid. Travel not included. Housekeeping fee, taxes, and additional amenities not included.

Indulge in a week in paradise for you and up to 5 guests! This package includes 7-10 nights accommodations, for up to 3 double occupancy rooms at The Club Barbados Resort and Spa. The Club Barbados, located on the prestigious platinum west coast of the island, offers guests an adults only experience. There's plenty to enjoy with spacious accommodations, 3 freshwater swimming pools, water sports, 2 dining options, tennis, fitness center, spa, piano bar, and lounges. The club exudes intimacy with its romantic oceanfront setting, tropical gardens, cozy walkways, and a friendly social atmosphere.

Restrictions: Expires 12/20/2025. Does not include a required supplement of $135 per person per night which covers all dining, all beverages (including alcohol), resort facilities, and activities. Does not include airfare, services charges, or gratuities. Guests may upgrade to a higher category room for an additional fee. Peak season surcharge of $75 per person per night applies for stays during December 21st - January 3rd or February 1st - 24th. No guest under the age of 16 is permitted.

Situated near Dupont Circle in the heart of Washington, DC's most desirable neighborhoods, the landmark Washington Hilton Hotel is a contemporary urban retreat where legendary hospitality, thoughtful amenities, and exceptional experiences await guests in a location unmatched in the Nation's Capital. Take advantage of their seasonal outdoor pool deck complete with a kid's pool or visit the Living Well Health Club. Bid on your next weekend getaway now! This package includes: (1) 2 night weekend stay, complimentary daily breakfast for 2, health club/pool access and daily parking.

Restrictions: Expires 03/31/2024. Subject to availability. Includes tax. Does not include gratuity.

Enjoy a weekend stay at the luxurious and iconic Willard Hotel. Just steps away from the White House, this is where lobbying got its name. During your weekend getaway, treat yourself with breakfast at Cafe du Parc. Keep the staycation fun going, enjoying a night on the town at Ford's Theater. You and your guest are invited to attend the highly anticipated, new show, Shout Sister Shout!

Restrictions: Shout Sister Shout is valid from 03/15/2023-05/13/2023 and is subject to availability. Tickets should be reserved in advance.

Experience Washington, D.C. landmarks from a whole new perspective! A dinner cruise in Washington, D.C. does just that. Enjoy an upscale dinner cruise on the Potomac as you drift past iconic views like the Jefferson Memorial, Georgetown waterfront, and Lincoln Memorial. You and your guest can choose either a 2.5 hour or 3 hour dinner cruise on the Potomac River. The cruise includes a 3-course plated dinner with attentive tableside service and onboard entertainment with DJ music. A fabulous evening out!

Restrictions: Expires 12/31/2023. Gratuity not included.

Grab your swimsuit and splash away with 4 waterpark passes to Massanutten Resort right outside Harrisonburg, VA. Experience the thrill of riding one of their brand new water slides - MASS Mayhem, Peak Plunge, or Valley Vortex. Race your friends and family down their 296-feet mat racer or just relax in the wave pool as 3 foot waves keep you cool all day long.

Restrictions: Expires 01/31/2024.

Treat yourself and a guest with a $150 gift certificate to The Comus Inn! The Comus Inn is a community recreation and entertainment destination that encourages its visitors (and their 4-legged friends) to hang out and leisurely enjoy their day in good company. Offering unequaled panoramic views, sweeping landscapes and historic charm, they are located on 5.26 stunning acres at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain in Montgomery County, Maryland. Featuring a world-class chef led restaurant, a craft beer garden, and a unique marketplace, all of their food & beverage offerings are created with a focus on a local approach.

Restrictions: Expires 12/31/2023. Gratuity and tax not included.

Enjoy a wonderful long weekend getaway at a recently renovated 1890s Victorian farmhouse on the Chesapeake Bay. This 5 bedroom and 3.5 bath sleeps 10 comfortably. Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are available, along with lawn games and a hammock for relaxing. The house also includes a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, 2 TVs, and parking for 4 cars. Located in the town of Shady Side, MD - this charming house is only an hour from Washington, DC or Baltimore.

Restrictions: Expires 12/31/2023. Must be at least 25 to bid. The house is available on any mutually agreeable consecutive Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in 2023.

The beach is calling! Enjoy a 1 week stay at the Gateway Grand in Ocean City, Maryland. With the beach only steps away and access to the complex pools and amenities, this is the place for you! Conveniently located near everything OCMD has to offer, the condo has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and can sleep up to 8 people.

Restrictions: Valid week of 05/20/2023 - 05/27/2023 only.

We invite you and a guest to enjoy a 3 night stay in one of our lovely JW Marriott Essex House king accommodations. This stay includes access for 2 to our Executive Lounge!

Restrictions: Expires 03/31/2024. Gratuity and travel not included. Based upon availability.

Highly sought after by collectors worldwide, be sure to bid on this iconic wine collection from Napa Valley. This bundle includes a 2010 Harlan Estate, rated 98 by Parker and valued at $1,400, a 2008 Verite La Muse, rated 100 by Parker and valued at $400, and a 2007 Plumpjack Cabernet Reserve, rated 100 by Parker and valued at $350.

Restrictions: Must be at least 21 to bid. The source for this selection is a cellar in Washington, DC. An individual can't ship wines from the DC area. The winner must live within 60 miles of DC so the selection may be picked up or delivered.

You and 14 guests will sip in style from the comfort of your home enjoying a variety of rose wines selected by Ace Beverage's wine experts. With so many bottles to choose from, there's something for everyone and it's the perfect opportunity for a special day or night with friends. A magnum bottle is included in this package, making this private rose party the party of the year! Wines included: Magnum of Pigoudet from Provence, Domaine Terre de Mistral, (2) Whispering Angel, (2) Chapoutier Belleruche, Herman's J Wiemer Vineyard, Les Hautes Roches, Ostatu, and Montenidoli!

Restrictions: Must be at least 21 to bid.

For a fabulous addition to your wine collection, be sure to bid on this package including 4 highly rated bottles of Red: 2004 Monchiero Roere Barolo, DOCG, 2007 Valero Crianza, Ribera del Duero, 2015 Caparzo Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, and 2019 S2 Collezione Privata Sergio Sardelli Rosso Toscana. Cheers!

Restrictions: Must be at least 21 to bid.

You and 3 guests are invited to enjoy the best steak and fries in town with this $200 gift card to Medium Rare. Locations in D.C., Arlington, and Bethesda!

Established in 1991, Peacock Cafe is a tradition in Georgetown life. It is one of the friendliest restaurants and bars to enjoy an eclectic menu that offers something for everyone. During your evening out, treat yourself to some delicious food and beverages with your gift card for $150.

Restrictions: Expires 06/30/2024. Not available on New Year's Eve, Valentine's Day or other holidays. Gratuity and tax not included.

This package includes a collection of gift cards for various restaurants across Rockville including Mamma Lucia's ($30), Panera ($30), Pieology ($30) Fontina Grill ($20), and Cooper's Hawk ((2) complimentary dinners for 1 which include a glass of wine and tax and (1) complimentary wine tasting for 2 in the tasting room).

Restrictions: Cooper's Hawk dinner gift cards expire 10/2023 and Cooper's Hawk wine tasting gift card expires 11/2023.

Stock your wine fridge with 12 bottles of delicious wine! Includes 3 bottles JOEL GOTT 2021 Sauvignon Blanc, 3 bottles Chateau Ste Michelle Chardonnay, 3 bottles Robert Mondavi Private Selection Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon, and 3 bottles of Alamos Malbec.

Restrictions: Must be at least 21 to bid.

Join us for an exclusive brewery tour and tasting for 8 people and receive an 8-pack of our favorite craft beverages. BabyCat's taproom and nature-inspired, indoor/outdoor beer garden is a unique space to sit, sip and enjoy life in Kensington, MD. BabyCat brewery is dedicated to crafting excellent craft beverages and ensuring you, your family, and your friends feel right at home. Our beers cover a wide spectrum of crystal clear classic styles, seasonal and exotic flavored ales, super hazy juice bomb NEIPAs, hard seltzers, and even wine!

Restrictions: Must be at least 21 to bid. Gratuity not included.

Treat your tastebuds with this basket of the following bourbons: Brooks Bourbon, Marker's 46, Basil Hayden, Jim Beam Black, Knob Creek, and Bakers Bourbon!

Restrictions: Must be at least 21 to bid.

Treat yourself to dinner and a tour of NBC4 with Doug Kammerer! Get a tour of NBC4s brand new studios and watch the 6:00 PM news LIVE! The tour will be for 4 people. After the 6:00 PM news, Doug will take you to dinner at one of DCs hottest new spots, Grazie Nonna! This amazing restaurant opened less than a year ago and features fantastic, authentic Italian cuisine.

Restrictions: Expires 01/11/2024. Date must be mutually agreed upon by both parties. Must be at least 21 to bid.

Imagine an afternoon riding along in America's preeminent Supercar.....the all-new Ford GT! The car that was made famous in the 1960s is back and is now considered one of the greatest supercars of all time. Ride along in a 2020 Ford GT for an afternoon to the locations of your choice and enjoy all this $1m supercar has to offer. Starbucks? School carpool? Soccer practice? We'll take you wherever you want to go! Roughly 1,000 Ford GTs will be built for worldwide production, making it one of the most rare and desirable vehicles in the world.

Restrictions: Expires 10/31/2023. This experience will take place on a mutually agreeable weekday and will last 4 hours. Weather and temperature restrictions may apply. Driving is not included; this is a passenger-only experience and is only redeemable in DMV area.

Look and feel your best in this fabulous dress by local designer, Carolina Desouza. Flowy and light, it's perfect to dress up or down on warm summer days or nights. The dress fabric is a soft organza, and it has smock in the back bodice for a perfect fit. It's a size small and was handmade in Colombia. Pair this beautiful dress with gorgeous 24K gold Campana earrings that were also handcrafted in Colombia by very experienced goldsmiths. The detail and workmanship put into each pair takes days to make. It's heavily 24k gold plated so there will be no discoloration or tarnishing.

If ever there was a dress that could go anywhere, it is Annie. The clean lines of this chic sheath are punctuated by an elegant and understated bracelet sleeve ruched at the cuff to create a subtle volume, center front slit, and self-sash. The lightweight crepe drapes elegantly and is considered an ideal 3 season fabric. Sachin and Babi believe in celebrating every day, dressing with joy, and creating clothes that inspire beauty and confidence. Here's to the moments we make, and the moments that make us. Cheers!

Details: 43" long, lightweight crepe, 100% polyester, back zipper. Winner will be mailed dress in preferred size.

Overwhelmed by college applications? Let the experts at DC College Counseling help! A college admissions strategy session is a great way to kick off the process. Students and parents will submit records in advance for review, and the 60 minute meeting will entail a comprehensive strategic analysis and formulation of an appropriate action plan. Typical discussion topics for older high school students and prospective transfers include the formulation of an appropriate list, testing timelines, and early application deadline strategies. For younger students, we discuss course selection, extracurricular activities, and summer plans to set them up for success.

Restrictions: Expires 06/23/2023.

Lights, camera, action! Here is your opportunity to capture your gorgeous family! This package is for a 15 minute family photography session with Nicole Capri Creative. It will take place in Old Town, Alexandria VA. After the shoot, you will receive 20 digital images.

Restrictions: Valid April 15, 2023 - June 11, 2023.

STING is coming to Wolf Trap! Join us for an amazing summer night of entertainment! This package includes 2 house tickets and parking to one of the following performance dates at Wolf Trap: Friday, September 1, 2023 or Saturday, September 2, 2023.

Treat your favorite little ones to a private puppet show! Be sure to bid on the "Tree Songs" Puppet Show by Penny's Puppets. They will love it! Jasper and his puppet friends will take you on an interactive, musical adventure. Sing and dance to your favorite tree songs, while exploring pre-school science. The puppeteer has been performing for several decades. Jasper is a crowd favorite and has been performed at Wolftrap and numerous other DMV area venues. This item is available LIVE in the DC Metropolitan area, or VIRTUAL anywhere! This show is recommended for ages 2-8 and lasts 30-45 minutes.

Restrictions: Expires 02/29/2024. Date is subject to puppeteer's availability. Maximum audience size limited to 50.

Get the gear that everyone is talking about! Bid on a basket of the latest and greatest Under Armour accessories. Meant to outfit you throughout all the activities of your day, included is: our best of bags, water bottles and Project Rock wireless headphones.

Help relieve muscle soreness, improve your circulation, and speed up warm up and recovery time with (2) 1 hour assisted stretch sessions that include Rapid Tension Relief at Massage Envy in Vienna, VA.

Don't miss out on this stunning necklace! The green color from the tourmaline is unique and radical. The donor of this piece, KAMARIA jewelry, supports students survivors of campus sexual assault achieve their education with direct medical, rent, and tuition assistance. Details about the piece: 6x8mm green tourmaline gemstone, 925 sterling silver and gold-plated, organic e-coat to protect from tarnishing, crystal accents, 18" chain with adjustable silicon slider ball.

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to go behind the scenes of WJLA Channel 7 ABC! The WJLA 7News Studio Tour entitles you and up to 5 guests to go on a backstage tour of the 7News On Your Side and WJLA 24/7 Studios. You and your guests will get to visit the newsroom, control room, weather center, and studios.

Restrictions: Expires 03/11/2024.

Your next adventure awaits! Choose from 15 exciting, real life escape room games for thrill-seekers of all ages. This package includes 6 Bonds Escape Room tickets for either the Fairfax or Arlington locations.

Internationally-celebrated screenplay writer Matthew Michael Carnahan is donating autographed DVDs of 3 of his highest acclaimed movies: Deepwater Horizon, World War Z, Dark Waters, The Kingdom, State of Play, or Netflix #1 global hit, Mosul. This is a collectors dream!

A rare autographed copy of Mark Shields' book reporting on the 1984 presidential campaign where incumbent Republican President Ronald Reagan defeated Democratic former Vice President Walter Mondale in a landslide. "On the Campaign Trail" has been praised as "funny," "irreverent," and "for bringing that race to a magnificent light."

Treat yourself to a bag of fresh roasted coffee and a branded coffee mug from Three Ships Coffee Roasters! Following your afternoon pick me up - head out to the movies with some friends at the University Mall Theatre in Fairfax, VA. This package includes a bag roasted coffee, a mug, and 12 movie tickets to the University Mall Theatre.

Restrictions: Movie tickets expire 12/31/2026.

Bundle up in this Helly Hansen Women's Active Puffy Jacket! Classic, cozy, and mid-length, it is a beautiful Terrazzo color and comes in women's size medium.

Want to cozy up with a good book? This package includes autographed books 1-3 of the Guardians Trilogy, "Stars of Fortune", "Bay of Sighs", and "Island of Glass" by the #1 New York Times bestselling author, Nora Roberts. We've also thrown in some assorted magnets, a water bottle, a candle and Eve Dallas Blend artisan roasted ground coffee.

You and 9 guests will Rock the Red cheering on the Washington Capitals as they face off with the New York Islanders on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 from a private suite. Includes admission and full buffet in the Players Club and alcohol in suite. As an added bonus, you'll get to wear your brand new Caps jersey signed by the entire team!

Restrictions: Valid for 03/29/2023 game only.

Score this VIP Caps experience! This package includes 4 front-row (on the glass) tickets to the Caps vs. St. Louis Blues March 17, 2023 game. These seats are behind the goal where you can see ALL the action! The package includes access to Caesar's VIP Club with complimentary food and beverages throughout the game and parking in the arena.

Restrictions: Valid for the 3/17/2023 only. Must be at least 16 to bid.

Get up close and personal with 4 courtside tickets to the Washington Wizards vs Orlando Magic basketball game on Friday, March 31, 2023 at 7:00 PM. Food and drink is included with these action packed seats!

Restrictions: Valid only for game on 03/31/2023.

Calling all Caps fans! This is your chance to win 4 tickets to the Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers game at Capital One Arena on Sunday, April 2, 2023. These 4 awesome seats are in the 4th row right behind the net!

Restrictions: Valid for 04/02/2023 game only.

Enjoy 4 PRIME tickets to the most iconic stadium in college sports....Cameron Indoor in at Duke University! Whether you love the Blue Devils-or love to hate them-this is a "bucket" list dream experience for many sports lovers. The seats are 8 rows above the craziest fans in the world, in a prime location along the baseline and directly across from the Duke bench. This item also includes a $500 gift card to the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club (and its Bull Durham Bar and Fairview Restaurant), which is a short walk from Cameron.

Restrictions: Expires 03/01/2024. Excludes Duke/UNC game. Must be used during 2023-2024 season.

Watch the Washington Capitals vs Texas Rangers in style with these amazing seats. The game takes place on Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 1:00 PM in section 102/seats 1 and 2. This amazing package includes 2 VIP seats in the 3rd row AND all-inclusive VIP Club access. The VIP area opens 75 minutes before first puck drop and is open until the start of the 3rd period. It includes beer and wine with new expanded menu options available each game.

Restrictions: Valid for 04/02/2023 game only.

Watch the Washington Capitals vs Texas Rangers in style with these amazing seats. The game takes place on Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 1:00 PM in section 102/seats 3 and 4. This amazing package includes 2 VIP seats in the 3rd row AND all-inclusive VIP Club access. The VIP area opens 75 minutes before first puck drop and is open until the start of the 3rd period. It includes beer and wine with new expanded menu options available each game.

Restrictions: Valid for 04/02/2023 game only.

"Mr. Game Seven", Justin William, the winningest-professional-hockey-player-of-all-time, is donating a team signed hockey stick from the North Carolina Hurricanes. Justin Williams has won the Conn Smythe MVP trophy and is a 3X Stanley Cup Champion. After leaving the LA Kings, Philadelphia Flyers, and Washington Capitals, Justin re-joined the North Carolina Hurricanes as both player and post-retirement coach. He is generously donating this signed item to support LLS.

You and 2 guests will join a Congressional member, and walking caddies, on the recently renovated Blue Course. This is the ultimate dream day on the links! The Blue Course is considered one of the best golf courses in the world and is the future site of several PGA events, including the KPMG Women's PGA Championship (2027), PGA Championship (2031), KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship (2025, '33), Junior PGA Championship (Girls and Boys, 2024), PGA Professional Championship (2029), and the Ryder Cup (2036)! Lunch or dinner is included on a mutually agreeable weekday.

Restrictions: Expires 10/31/2024.

We know you'll love these tickets to the Tennis Channel suite at the 2023 Citi Open. You and a friend will get to watch the top players in the world battle in DC as they get ready for the US Open.

Restrictions: Tickets to be provided for a single session between 07/31/2023 - 08/03/2023. Exact date/session of tickets to be determined based on tournament schedule, availability and, when possible, preference of buyer.

Baseball fans - this is the chance of a lifetime! Sit in 2 of the best seats at Nationals Park for Opening Day on March 30 at 1:05 PM vs Braves! This package includes VIP seats in Row 1 (right behind home plate) and access to the Terra Club, the premiere field-level luxury club with all inclusive food buffets, bar, and a private dessert/ice cream shop. At your seats, your usher will take care of you. All traditional ballpark food and beer/wine/liquor is included and will be brought to you. Don't miss the private batting cage inside the club where you can watch the home team warming up! To top it off, you'll also receive a VIP parking pass. Your friends will be texting you that they see you on TV sitting right behind the plate!

Restrictions: Valid for 3/30/2023 game only.

This one is for the Caps Fans! Be sure to grab some friends and bid on 4 club seats to a Washington Capitals game in the 2023-2024 season.

Restrictions: Game to be mutually agreed upon and is only valid during 2023-2024 season.

Spend an unforgettable day with your family or friends seeing the world famous icons, the Harlem Globetrotters, on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Capital One Arena. These great seats are located in section 101, center court, Row O, seats 17, 18, 19, and 20. In addition to these 4 amazing seats, treat yourself with a $100.00 Amex card to spend on food and drinks. It's guaranteed to be fun for the whole family!

Restrictions: Valid for 3/18/2023 only. No exchanges or cash value if item cannot be used. Must be at least 18 to bid.

Score your piece of Caps history! Here's your chance to own a Washington Capitals hockey stick signed by TJ Oshie. Perfect for fans and collectors of all ages!

Attention all Steelers fans! Don't miss this opportunity to snatch up a Jack Ham Hall of Fame Autographed Photo. He is considered one of the greatest outside linebackers in the history of the NFL!

Treat yourself and 2 friends to these awesome Wizards seats! This package includes 3 tickets in section 111, row K, seats 1-3 to any Washington Wizards home game.

Restrictions: The dates are negotiable with the donor and must be used during the 2023 season.

Play ball! This package includes 4 tickets to any Washington Nationals home game in section EE, row 18-21.

Restrictions: The dates are negotiable with the donor and must be used during the 2023 season.

This is a home run for Red Sox Fans! This package for 4 is the ultimate Fenway Park experience! Includes watching batting practice on the field pregame, pregame VIP tour tickets, and Green Monster Seats for the game of your choice.

Restrictions: Must book by 06/03/2023. For a 2023 Red Sox regular season home game only. Not valid for opening day or Yankees Games. Date subject to availability.

Dolphin's fan? NFL fan? This is the perfect item for you! This jersey is autographed by Hall of Fame quarterback and TV personality, Dan Marino.

A true collectors dream! Enjoy not 1, not 2, but 3 Washington Nationals autographed jerseys, signed by Harper, Rendon, and Scherzer!

This item is a collectors dream! Take home a framed Fender Squire guitar autographed by the Boss, Bruce Springsteen, and fellow E Street Band Member, Steven Van Zandt!

Your home is the perfect home for this beautiful canvas print titled "The Women Who Will" by local artist Maggie O'Neill. A native Washingtonian, Maggie is an artist and creative entrepreneur best known for her iconic pop impressionist paintings of Washington, D.C. landmarks and influential leaders. "The Women Who Will" can currently be seen as a 50' x 50' mural on 1919 Pennsylvania Avenue NW. The print available is on canvas and measures 16" X 16".

This ultra-high definition photo of The Upper Falls (Upstate NY) by acclaimed photographer, Jeff Boodman, is infused onto raw aluminum with a luminescent finish. Ready for hanging, it includes a floating mount hanger for easy installation. The photo measures 12" X 18". For more of Jeff's work, visit: @jboodm via Instagram.

Cleaning and care instructions: Keep metal prints indoors and out of direct sunlight, metal prints can be cleaned with a dust cloth or with glass cleaner and a clean rag.