BrailleBuzz: An instructional toy for young braille learners.
BrailleBuzz resembles a cartoon bumblebee and encourages practice with braille characters and phonics.
Donated by: American Printing House for the Blind, Inc.
800-223-1839
info@aph.org
www.aph.org
Kentucky’s Best – Sip and Serve
Donated by the Louisville Ladies
750ml Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Single Barrel Select – Kentucky Bourbon, hand selected barrel with a limited number of bottles available. Abundant layers of oak spice with hints of black tea on the long finish. Taste profile: Rich, Caramel, Spice, Vanilla. Horseshoe from Churchill Downs, complete with good luck and protection according to legend. Track dirt embedded in the outer edge and nail holes. Smell at your own risk! Pendennis Club Famous Henry Bain’s Sauce – This sauce is delicious on Beef, Fowl and Pork. It was first created by Henry Bain, the Captain of the Pendennis Club dining room in downtown Louisville, over 100 years ago. This special sauce is always an expected condiment at social events including Derby parties and holiday dinners in Kentucky! There’s nothing like it so enjoy! Woodford Reserve Bourbon Balls – 8 oz box of the most delicious bourbon balls made in Kentucky at the Woodford Reserve distillery. Caution, these tasty treats are breathtaking (literally) but they pack a punch!!
The following items have all been donated by Ruff Wear Inc.
Highlands Pad™, Size medium, color: Granite Gray
Treat Trader™, Color: Twilight Gray
Stash Bag™, Color: Orange Poppy
Huckama™ Toy, Color: Sockeye Red
Trail Runner™ Bowl, Color: Blue Dusk
Gnawt-a-Cone™ Toy, Color: Metolius Blue
Hydro Plane™ Toy, Color: Sockeye Red
Haul Bag™, Color: Forest Green
Ruff Wear Inc.
2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR 97703
888-783-3932
ruffwear.com
Tactile Caliper
Donated by: National Braille Press
88 St. Stephen St. Boston, MA 02115
800-548-7323
nbp.org
Waterford Lismore 10″ footed bowl
This lovely bowl will showcase fruit, or anything you place in it, beautifully!
Donated by: Connie and Don Reder
Original matted and framed piece by Raymond Allen Jackson (aka JAK) “Salvador Dali’s Home in Port Lligat – JAK – 1988″ This original, done in pen and black ink with watercolor on heavy art paper, was framed in London: Outside dimensions are 22-3/4″ by 18-1/2”. . The painting has very clean outlines with wonderfully applied watercolors; depicts Dali’s white walled house framed by dark green cypress trees with two boats in the foreground. This original work is titled and signed. The late Raymond Allen Jackson was a renowned British political cartoonist. He was also a traditional artist in his own right, often painting local scenes while touring in Spain.
Donated by: Connie and Don Reder
Basket of dog treats
Take it from Mr. A, these treats are the highest of all high-value, dogs will do long division to get some of this!
Oma’s Pride
308 Arch Rd Avon, CT 06001 860-673-3259
www.omaspride.com
Flavor-packed citrus from the South Savannah citrus extravaganza
If you look forward every year to the winter arrival of fresh citrus at your local markets, you’ll want to be the high bidder on this large sampling of citrus varieties, which will arrive at your door in mid to late December. This sampler comes from the back yard orchard of GDUI member, Marj Schneider, in Savannah, Georgia. Varieties may include, Hamlin Orange, Juanita Tangerine, Orlando Tangelo, Cara-Cara Red Navel, ruby Red Grapefruit, Meyer Lemon and maybe a Satsuma or two. You’ll also be receiving a jar of homemade Calamondin Marmalade, a marmalade that tastes like no other. You’ll definitely want to be the high bidder who receives this box of fresh-picked
Stanley 96-011 170-piece Mechanics Tool Set:
Made of full polish chrome plating with sae/m
The Stanley 170 Piece Mechanic Tool Set has tools with chrome vanadium forged bodies for torque, strength and durability. Tools have a full polished chrome finish for anti-corrosion protection. The ratchets have a quick release switch & reversible mechanism for easy operation and a knurled handle finish for increased slip resistance. Comes in a durable carry case for storage and mobility. Meets or exceeds ANSI specifications and is backed by a Lifetime Warranty!
Set includes: 1, 1/4″ Dr. Pear Head Ratchet; 1, 3/8″ Dr. Pear Head Ratchet; 1, 1/2″ Dr. Pear Head Ratchet; 16, 1/4″ Sockets – 6 pt.; 12, 1/4″ Deep Sockets – 6 pt.; 18, 3/8″ Dr. Sockets – 6 pt.; 6, 3/8″ Dr. Deep Sockets – 6 pt.; 10, 12″ Dr. Sockets – 6 pt.; 1, 3/8″ Dr. Spark
Plug Sockets – 5/8″; 1, 1/4″ Dr. Bit Holder; 1, 1/4″ Dr. Extension Bar – 3″; 1, 3/8″ Dr. Extension Bar – 3″; 8 Combination Wrenches; 55 Specialty Bits; 26 Hex Keys; 12 Nut Bits; Blow Molded Carry Case
Ratchet up your D Y I game with this professional level tool kit!
Donor: Anonymous
Urban Expressions Aruba Tote Bag- (Vegan Leather)
Donated by Maria Hansen
This stylish, roomy tote (13″W X 9″D X 12″H) is greyish-blue and made of pebbled vegan leather with laser cut leaf detail and gold stud accents at front and has a magnetic snap closure. The removable zip pouch (12″W X 4″D X 8″W) converts to a crossbody bag with a detachable shoulder strap. Also includes a dust bag.
Well, just snap up this fabulous animal friendly tote and you are already for a long weekend in Aruba! But wait… it gets better! Inside are two cotton kitchen towels, one with an embroidered German shepherd and the other one with an embroidered black lab head with red collar; and a 2 oz. package of O’Paws freeze-dried lamb lung chips.
A year of cookies from Penny’s kitchen!!, Donated by: Penny, AKA The Cookie Goddess, GDUI President
AlpacaPalooza:
This gift bag is filled with terrifically snuggly wonderful items made from alpaca fiber. It includes a set of boot liners, a pair light brown boot socks, a pair of black gloves, size medium, a wooden alpaca ornament, a set of photo note cards featuring the Quinnipiac Valley Alpacas, and a rectangular cage with the fiber of these same alpacas, for nesting birds.
Donated by: Linda Hettrick , Quinnipiac Valley Alpacas
Facebook page: Quinnipiac Valley Alpacas
A&P basket: fun stuff for human puppies!
Donated by: masters Anders and Pinot, Labradors extraordinaire!!
This toy basket for human puppies is filled with wonderful, soft, practical, and hand-knitted items perfect for any newly whelped human puppy!
Amish Made Medium Picnic and Extra Large Double Pie Carrier Basket
The Amish are experts at weaving the perfect picnic and pie baskets and this handmade Amish pie basket and picnic basket is an excellent example. This basket is perfect for anything from casual picnics to tailgate picnics and can also be used as an extra-large double tier pie basket. As a pie basket, each compartment can even hold pies up to and including the large, 10 1/2” diameter Pyrex® pie plates. This basket comes complete with an internal divider that gives you an additional 5” tall space above your pie for a second pie or any other picnic goodies you need to carry. The leather strap handles make it a breeze to carry, even when it’s fully loaded. This vintage picnic basket is designed and crafted to provide a lifetime of special memories. Hand-woven and signed by the Amish Crafter.
Donated by: Amish Baskets
www.amishbaskets.com
Ambutech gift certificate, Value: $100
Ambutech
800-561-3340, Direct: 1-204-654-8444
www.ambutech.com
Two sets of photo cards (4 cards per set)
One set depicts the four seasons in New England and the other focuses on the beauty of summer.
Donated by: J Persis (Gramma of Mr. A), CT photo artist jpersisdesign@yahoo.com
Set of 4 hors d’oeuvre forks decorated with cupcakes
Hand-crafted leather belt
Donated by: Mr. Nick, CT leather craftsman
Hand-crafted Leather “necklace” with glass heart pendant
Donated by: Mr. Nick, CT leather craftsman
Staples storage box with good stuff!
Contains: ruled, spiral bound, hard cover note book, multi-color slash pocket folders (5 pack), nonstick titanium scissors, black wooden number two pencils (24 count), black jell retractable pens (5 count), ruled index cards (4 x 6), 5 fine tipped markers (1 each green blue red and 2 black), and a small book bound ruled journal all packed in a rectangular plastic storage bin with a white cover.
Donated by: Staples, West Hartford Connecticut
www.staples.com
12 months of Aira! Aira connects people who are blind or low vision to a trained professional agent who is dedicated to further enhancing their everyday experience – completely hands-free assistance at the touch of a button. Aira is on a mission to provide instant access to visual information for anyone, anytime, anywhere.
Features of the Intro Plan
Smart phone app: Free to download. Free to use
Connect with agents anytime, anywhere
30 Minutes per month
Aira Access Calls: Connect to an agent for free when you use one of our Aira Access offers
Referral program: If your friend signs up as an Explorer, Aira will credit your account with the amount of their first payment, and they will get their first month free.
Restrictions of the Intro Plan:
Offer is ineligible for Aira Horizon Kit
Must be redeemed by July 31st, 2019.
Our Life, Your Schedule, Right Now.. so let the bidding begin!!
https://aira.io/
Seated, plush German Shepherd Dog in harness
Tatum is a black and tan German shepherd dog, with upright ears and tongue on full display. She is wearing a beautiful, two-tone (natural leather and white), hand-crafted leather Hava Original harness and a chain collar with name tag. Donated by: Hava Hegenbarth
Sunbeam heated throw, deep red
This throw has three heat settings and a three hour auto-shutoff feature!
Hand-crafted leather belt
Donated by: Mr. Nick, CT leather craftsman
Conair Duel Jet Bath Spa (With bath pillow included)
Tupperwear Vent ‘N Serve 3 piece round Set
Plan ahead and make extra for healthy lunch options. The easy to open and close silicone valve allows steam to escape when reheating foods in the microwave.
Footed bases ensure even reheating while handles stay cool to the touch. Great for the fridge and freezer for the ultimate in meal planning versatility.
Dishwasher safe
Donated by: Kurt P, kurt.tupperware@att.net
ESky Key Finder and LED flashlight (color black)
Remote key finder helps to locate items you often lose. Attach the receiver to your keys, a remote, a purse, glasses, canes, umbrella etc. To use, simply push the buttons on the remote control and follow the audio beep sound; the sound will lead you to your lost item.
JOIN THE MILLIONS OF TRUSTED ESKY USERS AROUND THE WORLD and stop spending valuable time scurrying around tracking your stuff!
Green purse, with many, many zippered pockets and a long strap suitable for “wearing” crossbody or over one shoulder.
“Donated by: A puppy raiser and GDUI supporter”
Fleecy, Halloween cow costume for a dog (Approximately 65 pounds). It has 2 pieces, a head and a body.
Donated by: GDUI Member
I Feel Pretty Basket, for you and your dog!
Contains: a brush for humans, products by Biolage- cleansing conditioner for course hair and styling jell, and products by Paul Mitchel- shampoo, detangler conditioner, and jell… and for dogs, shampoo.
Donated by: West Hartford, Connecticut Supercuts
www.supercuts.com
Handmade, kiln fired Green ceramic pot
This one-of-a-kind piece, made by a blind artist in CT, is perfect for holding a large bunch of wild flowers, your favorite candies, to catch all the items from your pockets at the end of the day, or for holding rolls of pick-up bags, whatever you use it for this lovely, tactile pottery will be a delightful addition to your home!
Donated by: Kristen Dockendorff, CT Vision impaired artist, Emma’s handler
Sony digital voice recorder: includes cable, AAA batteries, and software
Donated by: a Southeastern Puppy Raiser
Soup and a sandwich for two!
These White 2 section plates are perfect for serving a gooey grilled cheese and a steaming bowl of tomato soup! One half of each plate is square and just waiting to be filled with your favorite sandwich, while the other half is rounded and holds a bowl perfect for completing the lunch combo with yummy soup!
Donated by: Anonymous
Handmade wooden flute with leather and brown bead detailing
Donated by: Kristen Dockendorff, CT Vision impaired artist, Emma’s handler
Two piece metal wall art set
Bone shaped leash hanger
The word ‘love’ in a stylized font with the letter O being a pawprint
Donated by: a Southeastern Puppy Raiser
Fully loaded day pack
This small but surprisingly spacious cross body day pack, replete with pockets and loops for attaching any number of accessories (such as a water bottle and a pick-up bag dispenser for example), is fully loaded with all you and your guide will need for a day on the move!
Inside this military style bag you will find a small metal dog bowl, 2 refills for the pick-up bag dispenser attached to the outside of the bag (Amazon Basic brand, Mr. A approved), a collapsible water bottle, a large package of Greenies, compact red women’s wallet (gentlemen don’t let this deter you, you can give the wallet to your favorite lady), a small microfiber towel, a dog toy, and various small necessities like travel tissues, hand sanitizer, lotion, lip balm, and mints!
Donated by: Mr. A, proud guide of a human who sports just such a day pack
Tupperware Classic Bowl
Our line of serving, storing and food prep bowls do it all with style. This bowls decorative rim provides a comfortable grip and is inclined for easy pouring.
Donated by: Kurt P, kurt.tupperware@att.net
Gift certificate for a 30-minute canine massage (to be redeemed during the 2019 GDUI convention)
This drool worthy certificate, which can be redeemed for a time and location any day Monday-Thursday, is a terrific way to help your guide with the stress and intensity of convention! Value: $50
Donated by: Carla Campbell CBW EBW ESMT
www.quadrussage.com
PenFriend Voice Labeling System
Record your voice onto self-adhesive labels; Mark household items with unique voice labels! This best-selling, low cost, audio labeler for the blind and visually impaired lets you label anything and everything with discreet audio labels all in your own voice. Easily record and re-record information using this versatile, pocket-sized, easy-to-use labeling system. You can instantly play back the recordings anywhere simply using the PenFriend no computer required.
Gruve Collaborative bamboo cutting board (14.9”W x 9”D x .8”H)
Donated by: Flaco and Stinky Leonard
Kong brand cat scratcher
Cat shaped cat scratching toy
2 gift certificates for a braille machine cleaning
Donated by: Volunteers of Vacaville
Dog-on goodies from On The Go
Contains: a harness sign, pre-folded and elasticized flag bandana, a red leash, a collar bell and a set of blue collar charms (crown, pawprint and bone).
Donated by: Julie Johnson, On The Go
On The Go with Guide-and-Service-Dogs.com
4, $100, gift cards to Jack stack BBQ: World Class Kansas City Barbecue
“It is the best Kansas City has to offer”
A Kansas City Tradition SINCE 1957 IT STARTED WITH A STOREFRONT
Started by Russ Fiorella in Kansas City back in 1957, Jack Stack began as a traditional storefront barbecue with a modest selection of five to six items. Jack Fiorella, the eldest son, worked with his father until 1974, when he decided to branch off and start Fiorella’s Jack Stack of Martin City. To stand out in the competitive Kansas City barbecue scene of the mid 1970’s, Jack and his wife, Delores, began cooking gourmet meats over hickory wood and created the most extensive barbecue menu in the country. The menu included Certified Angus Beef® Steaks, fresh seafood, award-winning Lamb Ribs, and mouth-watering side dishes like Hickory Pit Beans and Cheesy Corn Bake.
Today, Jack Stack Barbecue is in its third generation of the Fiorella family and has evolved into the largest, full-service wood cookery in the industry. Along with five Kansas City restaurants, Jack Stack operates a Catering company that serves at events all over the nation, ranging from intimate gatherings to celebrations feeding several thousand, and a Nationwide Shipping division that delivers their delicious barbecue to anywhere in the country.
Donated by: Melvin Smith
www.jackstackbbq.com
Maine Bag:
L.L.Bean canvas tote, (green handles and monogrammed with the letters GDUI)
Within the bag is a braided Hoopie dog collar (size large), a balsam pillow, and a bottle of maple syrup.
Donated by: Lynn Merrill
Canadian Goodies
Contains: coffee crisps, aero and cranberry chocolate bars, Brockmann double dark truffles, dark almond bark, Scottish mints, and a Nyla bone.
Donated by: Josette Kernaghan
Yankee Candle, hazelnut, large jar candle (22 Oz)
Donated by: Flaco and Stinky Leonard
Snooze in a sack: This bag is filled with just what you need for a mid-day nap or for snuggling down for a longer trip to dream land. Contains: a soft, large (50″ x 60″) striped, multi colored (pink, tan, green, and turquoise) fringed throw, a pair of pajamas (Nautica, woman’s large), a robe (Ralph Loren, woman’s large), and, just in case sleep eludes, James Patterson’s book Judge and Jury (audio version), Oh yes, also a bone for any non-sleepy dog that might be nearby!
Archipelago Botanicals jar candle, 8.62 Oz, jasmine and Gardenia scent
Welcome to the world of Archipelago Botanicals – where warm candlelight, exquisite fragrance, and soothing products make a house a home. Each candle is carefully hand crafted using complex blends of essential oils, natural or fine fragrances, and other ingredients sourced from around the world.
Candle-LITE Company: Creamy Vanilla Swirl Pillar Candle (5.5” x 3” x 6”)
This candle is versatile and perfect for any season, always making your home smell inviting!
Wooden hinged rectangular box with metal accents. This product of India has a flat but tactile metal dog on the cover.
Not just any duffel
This sports/gym duffle in Navy blue features five outer pockets, a shoulder strap, and is filled with great stuff!
Contains: Gaiam green premium yoga mat, Bungee resistance band (5 Ft), hand roller massager, a fluffy towel, and tucked in with all that…. a $50 Amazon gift card!
Set of 4 hors d’oeuvre forks decorated with cupcakes
Hand-painted retriever type dog in harness: this bright, multi-color picture is very stylized featuring geometric shapes.
Donated by: Brianna Dunlap
Over-door hook and fancy oven mitt
Gold metal overdoor hook “wreath hanger style) with oval “sign” Welcome written in script at the bottom and an oven mitt with a red, multi-textured owl.
Relic bag (large purse) color smoke (gray) with top zip. Features one outside non-zip pocket, long strap for over shoulder or cross body and “handles”.
Mini cashmere warmers: soft brown mittens with reusable warmers.
Small, oval, covered music box, with prince Igor on cover, from the Franklin Mint.
Glass 6 pointed star, white with clear tips on the legs of the star. This unusual piece can be hung, placed on a table for decoration or used as a paperweight.
Mountainsmith Dog Cube, red with black trim, yellow interior.(total weight 2 lb., 11 oz) 15″ x 15″ x 7.5″, weight capacity 40 lbs.,
Durable ripstop polyester construction with PEVA lining and PE foam, zip main compartment has interior divider, drop-down food tray on front panel, mesh exterior pocket, hand straps, two collapsible water/food bowls, and large split elk antler, 8″ long and 2 oz. package of O’Paws freeze-dried lamb lung chips.
Donated by: A puppy raiser and GDUI supporter
Heavy-duty canvas tote, cream with black trim, outside pocket and attached key lanyard appx 21″ wide, 15″ high; Contains: bocce’s bakery dog biscuits with duck, all natural, wheat free, 14 oz; Tuffy soft dog toy, elephant, gray with black and pink trim, squeaks, appx 8″ x 10″; large split elk antler appx 6 1/2″ long, and pooch selfie holds ball and clips onto smartphone (fits most smart phones and tablets), squeaky ball included keeps dog’s attention while taking photo.
Donated by: A puppy raiser and GDUI supporter
2 hand Knit Wine Bottle Cozies
This cable knit wine bottle cozy in cream/off white acrylic washable yarn has a motif of a braded cable with a beaded rib stitch. The tie around the neck of the bottle has a twisted yarn cord. All you need do is untie the bow, open the neck of the cozies, slide in a bottle of wine, and then tie the neck closed with a bow.
This wine bottle cozie makes a nice gift wrap for that perfect bottle of wine, making your wine gift extra special. The Cozy protects a bottle while in transit.
Donated by: Dixie Sanderson
This hand knit wine bottle Cozy, in burgundy acrylic washable yarn, has a motif of hearts and the cables are in the shape of X.s and O.s.
The tie around the neck of the bottle has a twisted yarn cord. All you need do is untie the bow, open the neck of the cozie, slide in a bottle of wine, and then tie the neck closed with a bow.
This wine bottle cozie makes a nice gift wrap for that perfect bottle of wine, making your wine gift extra special. The Cozy protects a bottle while in transit.
Donated by: Dixie Sanderson
(these items can be sold as a matched set or separately)