Charleston Women in International Trade (CWIT) Social Events Page

Join members and guests on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 for an evening shucking oysters, sipping cocktails, bidding on auction items, and professional networking in a relaxed setting among key representatives from leading companies involved in international trade. Hosted at the Charleston Harbor Resort at Patriots Point, and overlooking Charleston harbor from the resort’s covered terrace and beach area, party goers will enjoy good company, a spectacular sunset, city lights from across the harbor, and an up-close view of cargo ships passing through the harbor. See more details below!

-- Board of Directors, Charleston Women in International Trade

lf you or your company would like to be showcased as a financial contributor in support of CWIT's premier fundraiser event, please consider one of the categories detailed below, and then click Sponsor to make a commitment today!

	Black Pearl $1,500 • 5 tickets to the event • free room at the Charleston Harbor Resort • company name and logo on promo and on CWIT web site • company display at event • group photo Thank you ! Sponsor category is no longer available!
	Starfish $850 • four tickets to the event • company name and logo on promo and on CWIT web site • company display at event • two CWIT lunch meeting tickets Thank you !
	Sea Horse $550 • three tickets to the event • company name and logo on promo and on CWIT web site • company display at event Thank you !
	Sand Dollar $300 • 2 tickets to the event • company name and logo on promo and CWIT web site Thank you , , , ,
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Become a Sponsor

-- Herb Klein, Dixon Hughes Academy, Fundraising Committee

Click RSVP to join us on October 8, 2008 for CWIT's latest calendar addition, the premier "Oyster Roast Beach Party and Silent Auction" event where members and guests will enjoy professional networking with international trade industry leaders in a relaxing setting!

-- Connie Gugel, Carolina Starches, Auction Committee

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Theme	Oyster Roast Beach Party and Auction Social
Venue	Charleston Harbor Resort, Patriots Point overlooking Charleston Harbor from the Covered Terrace and Beach Area
Date	Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Time	6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
Cost	$30 – CWIT Member / $35 – Non-member
Attire	Party Clothes

-- Sally Davis, Charming Inns, Communications Chair

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Sponsor

In addition to sponsorship, CWIT is seeking companies to join the ranks of those listed below who have donated items for the auction. In return, donor companies will be showcased at the event, with strategically displayed business cards and promotional materials for all attendees to see. Click donate to offer an auction item today!


Item 68	Passenger Pigeon Print by one of Charleston's most revered artists, Anne Worsham Richardson	Birds I View Gallery

Item 67	One free year subscription to 11:11 Magazine - journeying into the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of life in order to support empowerment, growth, reflection, and self-awareness of each individual soul	11:11 Magazine c/o www.believeSC.com

Item 66	Day Pass Registration for one for entrance to all "day business sessions" at the SC International Trade Conference, May 26 – 28, 2009	SC International Trade Conference

Item 65	22" necklace done with blueish green round faceted glass beads, black saucer beads, black-blue green seed beads with a silver toggle clasp and matching bracelet and earrings	LP Designs

Item 64	Inspired by the exotic and glamorous cinema of India - the original intention for this piece was to be a bracelet, but I think a necklace is so much more unique	RoKc

Item 63	Mount Pleasant Seafood - $50 gift certificate	Mount Pleasant Seafood

Item 62	Relax while getting a professional Manicure and Pedicure - gift certificate	TBA

Item 61	Me Too Mommy Miniature Bassinet & Sweetgrass Set	Me Too Mommy!

Item 60	1/2 Page Ad in the Port Charleston magazine	SC State Ports Authority

Item 59	Two One-Day Passes to the Charleston International Antiques Show where more than thirty of the nation's most highly respected antique dealers - showcasing their finest pieces from the late 17th century to the 20th century	Historic Charleston Foundation

Item 58	Two Tickets to the annual spring Festival of Houses and Gardens for an award-winning series of heritage tours that provides a rare opportunity to explore the magnificent private interiors and gardens of one of America's oldest and most picturesque cities	Historic Charleston Foundation

Item 57	$50 Gift Certificate	Wings Etc

Item 56	$50 Restaurant (TBA) Gift Certificate - donated by UPS Freight	UPS Freight

Item 55	2009 Charleston Battery Flex Pack with 14 vouchers to Battery games and the flexibility to use them whenever you want - use one voucher for all 14 regular season games, or 2 vouchers for 7 regular season games	Charleston Battery

Item 54	Mediterranean Wine Tasting for Six at a shop that features a great selection of cheese and wine - a wine tasting hosted by gracious shopkeeper Manoli Davani	Avondale Wine & Cheese

Item 53	Abundance of home and garden supplies from Lowe’s such as decorative clocks, mirrors, high quality faucets/shower heads, tools, lighting and a stainless steel microwave!	Lowe’s

Item 52	A one-hour portrait session at a location of your choosing with Marni Rothschild Pictures - available weekdays and includes about 50 paper proofs and online proofs	Marni Rothschild Pictures

Item 51	One Week Stay at the Jockey Club for Six in Las Vegas, NV on December 7-14, 2008 Las Vegas, NV 1 Week at the Jockey Club for Six, Las Vegas, NV from December 7 through 14, 2008	Bedie Kinney

Item 50	A fabulous Tug Boat ride in Charleston harbor for Ten including McAllister ball caps, drinks, sandwiches and world class fun	McAllister Towing

Item 49	A complimentary review of progress made towards retirement with Lynn Anne Gillen of Merrill Lynch - includes a personalized portfolio analysis and specific suggestions on how to improve one's retirement picture	Merrill Lynch

Item 48	Admission for Two at the South Carolina Aquarium for an exceptional visitor experience - general admission	South Carolina Aquarium

Item 47	Passage for Two on board the Carolina Bell for a relaxing Charleston harbor cruise in smooth sailing comfort	Charleston Harbor Tours

Item 46	Passage for Two on board The Schooner Pride, an 84’ tall ship operating in Charleston Harbor	The Schooner Pride

Item 45	Hand crafted glass art masterpiece by Artisan Kathy Brower	Kathy Brower

Item 44	A Celadon Gift Certificate for non-traditional home furnishings valued at $50	Celadon

Item 43	A Dale Carnegie One Hour Training Workshop led by Jim Geffert	Dale Carnegie Training

Item 42	Four gift certificates, $50 each, redeemable for a kayak trip or class at a school for paddlers of all skill levels, and with certified instructors for a guided Lowcountry paddling tours	Sea Kayak Carolina

Item 41	Four Tickets to The Have Nots Comedy Improv - a form of live entertainment characterized by improvisation and interaction with the audience	The Have Nots Comedy Improve

Item 40	Four numbered and signed photographs by Brian Graham – including certificates of authenticity	Barefoot Photos

Item 39	Candle Gift Basket - filled with ambiance	Gone With the Wick Candles

Item 38	Relax and Enjoy Two Nights Accommodations at the Hampton Inn and Suites (IOP Connector)	Hampton Inn & Suites

Item 37	Charleston Walking Tour for Two - select from the Charleston Ghost & Dungeon, The Dark Side of Charleston, Charleston Ghost & Graveyard, The Haunted Jail, or the Charleston Strolls Historic Charleston Walking Tours	Bulldog Tours

Item 36	Clippity clop your way back to Colonial times where a horse-drawn carriage tour will reveal 300 + years of history including antebellum mansions, churches, and cobblestone streets - passage for two	The Old South Carriage Company

Item 35	Get out on the Ice with a Family Four Pack of Skating Passes	Carolina Ice Palace

Item 34	One hour, on location photo shoot with Good Eye Photography's Heather Anderson	Good Eye Photography

Item 33	Four Tickets to the fun filled Charleston Motor Carrier’s Fall Oyster Roast	Charleston Motor Carriers Association

Item 32	Two tickets, club house passes to BMW Charity Pro-Am Classic Golf Tournament, for the Nationwide Tour Greenville, SC, May 2009 - provided by Ralph Smoak of Nationwide Insurance	Nationwide Insurance

Item 31	Feng Shui Consultation to include an exhaustive inspection (minimum 3 hours) of your home or office, identifying what areas of your life or business you'd like to improve, enhance or support.	DK Feng Shui

Item 30	Golf outing for four including one golf cart on a course carved from an original Charleston Plantation featuring lush Bermuda fairways	Shadowmoss Plantation Golf Club

Item 29	Autographed Print by Local Maritime Photographer Marvin Preston	Marvin Preston

Item 28	Get a new look with a Jenni Belding Hair Cut and Style	Jenni Belding

Item 27	Brighten Your Smile with Dr. Brooke Bode's Teeth Whitening Package – includes both arches	Lowcountry Family & Cosmetic

Item 26	Six personal training sessions, half-hour each, with highly experienced trainer at St. Andrews Fitness Plus, West Ashley	Energize Fitness Solutions

Item 25	One week stay at Gene Blanton's Mountain Vacation Home in Zirconia, North Carolina, near Flat Rock, Hendersonville, Saluda, and Tryon. Pond fishing and horse trails available.	Landmark Enterprises

Item 24	Father Nature Bird Feeders - Six Quart Complete Feeding System (Model # FN-6-K) Father Nature Six Quart Complete Bird Feeding System	Father Nature Bird Feeders

Item 23	$50 Gift Certificate, where shoppers will find a fabulous line of accessories and cocktail, party and bridesmaid dresses	LulaKate

Item 22	Two Month Pass for Unlimited Jazzercise Classes - at the world's leading dance fitness program choreographed to today's hottest music, including Top 40, jazz, country, funk, and classics	East Cooper Jazzercise

Item 21	Autographed Framed Photo by Charleston Photographer Richard Middleton	Middleton Photography

Item 20	Beautifully hand crafted "Verse Purses" by designer Kristi Sparks	Palmetto Handmade

Item 19	Four, ½ hour Horse Riding Lessons with riding instructor/owner Sallie Cheatham	Fair Springs Stables

Item 18	Mixed-media art piece by Kim Hunter	RHUMB Lines

Item 17	Spanish classes (27 hours) for one - in a dynamic group setting	Charleston Berlitz Language Center

Item 16	Handmade Jewelry Creation by designer Ashley Simons	Ashley Simons Jewelry

Item 15	A complete Medical Physical Exam	Atlantic Occupational Health

Item 14	Handmade Decorative Mosaic Art Piece	Local Artisan Sharon Fitzgerald

Item 13	Two-Nights-Stay at the elegant Charleston Place Hotel - includes a Dinner-for-Two	Charleston Place Hotel

Item 12	Tray of Cookies Gift Certificate	3 Smart Cookies

Item 11	Capture a Moment Photo Shoot Portrait Package by Professional Photographer Diana Isaac - includes 36 prints	Anything & Everything Photography

Item 10	An Original beautiful Lowcountry Sweet Grass Basket	Local Artisan Mary Ford

Item 9	Elegant Picture Frame	Mary Dupre Designs

Item 8	Photo Shoot for up to six people with professional photographer Catharine Bair - includes 15 prints	Bair Photography

Item 7	Artistry Cosmetics Gift Basket - makeup made easy to enhance your natural beauty with perfect ease and beautiful results	ARTISTRY

Item 6	Two Signature Charleston Bracelets	Money Man Pawn

Item 5	$100 Gift Card - hold your excitement until this generous item location is named	Ceva Logistics

Item 4	Decorative Gold Leaf Plaque	Sally Davis

Item 3	Cigar Gift Box containing four cigars and a mini bottle	Coastal Cigars

Item 2	Dinner for Ten prepared by Executive Chef Marc Collins, Circa 1886 Restaurant	Charming Inns

Item 1	Invite a Guest for a Power Lunch with President and CEO Bernie Groseclose	S.C. State Ports Authority