Visit the fascinating studios and garden of multi-media artist Dennis Evans and sculptor Nancy Mee in northeast Seattle. Dennis’s work is included in many major museums and public collections including the Museum of Modern Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Nancy’s work incorporates glass, forged steel, stone, and photography. Most recently, their collaborative ​Prospero’s Library collection was on exhibit at the Woodside-Braseth Gallery in downtown Seattle. ​The Seattle Times described it as a “cerebral cosmic knockout of a show.” Wine and gourmet treats are included in the tour!

Bidding: $50 per person; the first 18 bidders to raise their cards will join the tour. Restrictions: Potential dates in spring or summer 2017 to be determined​.

Thanks to: Nancy Mee and Dennis Evans 

Come experience the pleasures of Italy in the charming medieval town of Trequanda, located in the midst of the memorable Tuscan landscape. In the heart of Tuscan wine country, Trequanda is also home to some of Italy’s finest olive oils and world-famous truffles. Located just over an hour south of Florence and 45 minutes from Siena, the famous art and architecture of Italy are easily accessible.

La Casa dei Fiordalisi is a fully restored 14th century village house with a private garden, swimming pool, and extraordinary views of the Tuscan landscape. The house has six bedrooms and enchanting living, dining, and kitchen spaces woven into the old wine and olive rooms, all set within thick stone walls. The house is available for up to 12 adults (children are also welcome) for any available week in 2017 and 2018 March - November.

Thanks to: Jim and Karan Dawson, Gil and Caryn Wood

Arrangements: Contact Jim Dawson to arrange dates. 

Enjoy the dulcet tones of the guzheng (Chinese lute) at your next party or special event at home or elsewhere. Master teacher and performer Shirley Wang will enchant your guests with a range of soothing and spirited traditional pieces.

Arrangements: One-hour performance.

Please schedule with Seattle Guzheng Studio.

Thanks to: Shirley Wang 

A full-size helmet with a certificate of authenticity and Russell Wilson’s signature and hologram on the helmet.

Thanks to: Jerry and Charlene Lee 

Treat yourself to 2 nights at the soon to open 4-star Hyatt Regency Lake Washington in Renton. This package for two includes hotel suite, 2 breakfasts and a fine dinner at its signature waterfront restaurant.  Located on the shores of Lake Washington, this 12-story, 347 room Hyatt Regency is a stellar newcomer to the region. Opening on June 1, 2017, the hotel will be par of SECO Development’s Southport project.  The amenities include 4 roof-top terraces, indoor swimming pool and spa, and direct access to Lake Washington and Gene Coulon Park. The hotel is the only one of its kind to offer beautiful panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains and Seattle Skyline from the shores of Lake Washington.

Thanks to: Seattle Family Regional Center ​

Enjoy a scenic, 1.5-hour flight over Western Washington with Dr. Xianghong (Shawn) Li, a Boeing engineer and pilot who built his two-seat, RV7 private plane. You will depart from Paine Field Everett, and fly toward Mt. Baker. Enjoy the incredible view above the clouds, the mountains and valleys below, and the magnificent view of Puget Sound and our lovely city.

Restrictions: Signature of Liability Waiver required.

Thanks to: Dr. Xianghong Li 

Bring spectacular color and scent to your spring garden with the celebrated national flower of China. Pick your favorite colors from among varieties of red, pink, yellow, and white. Choose either bare root tubers this fall, or pick up potted tubers/plants between late fall and March 30. Luoyang peonies are unsurpassed in quality.
Arrangements: You will be contacted after the shipment arrives at the Garden this to make arrangements for pickup.
Thanks to: Seattle Chinese Garden. 

Planning a wedding in 2017? Knowing the Spring Courtyard is the ideal setting for a summer wedding, private party, music concert, or business reception. Its distinctive and harmonious confluence of nature and architecture will create wonderful memories for family and friends. Celebrate a special occasion or host an event for up to 200 people.

Arrangements: Contact SCG office coordinator Kelvin Lau for reservations.

Thanks to: Seattle Chinese Garden