Saturday, October 22, 2011
6:00 p.m-10:00 p.m.
The Congregational Church of Batavia Goods and Services Auction is an elegant, fun event to which everyone is invited and can participate. Whether you are donating, bidding, volunteering or just there to watch, we encourage your attendance. There will be items for every budget, child care, delicious desserts, and a lot of friendly competition all for a good cause.
Item donation
If you are donating an item to the auction, please drop your items off at the church on Saturday, October 22, between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. A list of items being offered in this year's live auction is below. Don't forget that there will be a silent auction for items valued up to $50, as well as some fun raffle items.
Volunteering
If you are not planning on donating any goods or services, but would like to volunteer on the day or evening of the event, please contact Carol Byrd at byrd.carol@gmail.com. We are looking for assistance with running the auction, decorating before the event, kitchen help and desserts for the sweets table.
Attending the Auction
If you are planning on joining us, please RSVP to Julie Knanishu at badger_jack@comcast.net indicating how may people will be attending, if you need child care, for how many children and what ages.
The bi-annual goods and services auction is the church's biggest fundraiser and this year is particularly important. The auction typically raises $8,000 toward the operating budget. Any money raised over that this year will go directly towards lowering the church's $15,000 deficit. We are hoping that with your help we can make this goal a reality.
| Lamp | Made from the roof beams of the church when it was built in 1856 (min. bid $75). | $75.00 |
| Wood Plate, Bowl and Chalice | Wood plate, bowl and chalice turned from the church timbers. | $75.00 |
| Italian Dinner | Ingrediants for an evening of italian food, music and wine. | $80.00 |
| Manhattan Transfer tickets (2) | The platinum-selling, internationally renowned super group The Manhattan Transfer remains a major staple, both within the jazz community and the mainstream music community as it continues to enlighten listeners by bringing different genres of music to the forefront of jazz. The most-played jazz record of 1980, "Birdland" brought The Transfer its first Grammy Award and, in 1981, the group made Grammy history by becoming the first group to win Grammys simultaneously in both the jazz and pop categories. The Manhattan Transfer celebrates its 40th anniversary with the highly anticipated release of "The Chick Corea Songbook," featuring fresh and exciting vocal interpretations of many of his popular compositions, including "Spain" and "500 Miles High." |
$90.00 |
| Jim Brickman Tickets (2) | Jim Brickman has revolutionized the sound of solo piano with his pop-style instrumentals and star studded vocal collaborations. Since the release of his debut album "No Words" in 1994, Brickman's romantic piano sound has made him the best selling solo piano artist of our time. His signature style of playing and songwriting has also brought him two Grammy nods, six Gold and Platinum albums and 30 charted adult radio hits. His best-known compositions include the chart-toppers "Valentine," "The Gift," "Love of My Life," "Simple Things" and "Peace." He has established a reputation for his collaborations with many gifted musical artists, including Martina McBride, Lady Antebellum, Herb Alpert and Olivia Newton-John. | $90.00 |
| Canadian Brass tickets (2) | Since its founding in 1970 in Toronto, Canadian Brass has become an international phenomenon, recording more than 90 albums and selling out venues around the world. The musicians have a special affinity for Baroque music and have recorded works by Purcell, Vivaldi and Bach, but have also expanded their repertoire to include Latin, jazz, swing, ragtime and even American patriotic songs. The Washington Post says, "These are the men who put brass music on the map. With their unbeatable blend of virtuosity, spontaneity and humor, they brighten the rosters of concert halls, international festivals and orchestra series throughout the world." |
$90.00 |
| Basket | "Dinner in 30 minutes or less" in the Deep Covered Baker! Create a quick, easy meal in the microwave or bake your favorite meals in the oven. Select a recipe from the Deep Covered Baker Cookbook or additional recipes included. | $92.50 |
| Quilt | This 39"x 39" quilt will be perfect for your fall decor. It is hand-pieced and hand-quilted in rust, brown, and gold fabrics. It can be used as a wall-hanging, table-topper, or just as an accent piece. | $100.00 |
| Saturday Evening Post Magazine Cover | Batavia Pond Ice Skating Scene, by artist John Falter | $100.00 |
| One thousand 1943 Steel Pennies | These pennies are official coinage of the United States, minted only in 1943 during World War II when copper was in great demand. Websites value a random selection of general circulation pennies at between 8 and 20 cents each today. If in excellent condition, they can be worth much more. At an average of 10 cents each, these pennies are worth $100.00. We know nothing of when these out of circulation or of their condition, so the purchaser is getting first crack at a possible windfall. | $100.00 |
| Air Supply Tickets | Still inspiring waves of romantic frenzy across the globe three decades after their debut hit single “Lost In Love,” Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock of Air Supply have been caught in a joyfully musical whirlwind these past few years. The hit-making duo celebrates 36 years together with “Mumbo Jumbo,” their first studio recording of original material in eight years. With hits like “All Out of Love” and “Making Love Out of Nothing at All” used in major motion pictures and commercials, Air Supply continues to surround all air waves and shows no signs of letting up. | $100.00 |
| Carving of "The Last Supper" | Carving of "The Last Supper" | $100.00 |
| Parking Space | Get the best parking spot in the lot every Sunday, GUARANTEED. | $100.00 |
| Food Processor | Seven cup Cuisinart food processor and all blades. Used one time. | $125.00 |
| Wood Inlay Pictures (26" x 19") | Swiss Chalet | $125.00 |
| Fishing Trip | Jim Schneider, lifelong fisherman, will take you for a day on the Mississippi or Illinois River in his state-of-the art Ranger fishing boat, complete with 225 hp motor, kicker motor and trolling motor and enough rods, reels and tackle to make you want to cry (at least that's how his wife feels.) You choose the season. | $150.00 |
| Knitting and Crocheting Basket | This is a basket filled with yarn, knitting and crocheting needles, and many other accessories used for knitting and crocheting. It has a beginner knitting book, and a $15.00 Michaels gift card to add items for your new hobby. It also includes 5 one hour knitting or crocheting lessons with Joyce Limbaugh. The basket is donated by Loose Ends and The Prayer Shawl Ministry. |
$150.00 |
| Mantle Clock | Arts & Crafts style mantle clock. Oriental influenced design, handcrafted in quarter sawn white oak. Quartz movement with pendulum (battery included). 11 1/2" tall, 11'' wide, 5 1/2" deep. | $150.00 |
| Tea Set | A Christmas-themed tea set including pot, sugar and creamers. This is a set that we had in our tea shop. it is made in England by Royal Patrician and is a fine bone china. | $175.00 |
| Chairs | These green and walnut chairs are part of the original Batavia Congregational Church history. They were at the back of the church for the ushers to sit on. | $200.00 |
| Pig Roast | Chris and Mike will prepare and cook a whole pig for your special occasion. We will provide the La Caja China (roasting box) and a 70 lbs pig from Ream's Elburn Market. You provide the drinks, sides, and a maximum of 40 guests. There is nothing better then friends, family, and a pig roast. | $200.00 |
| Original Artwork | "Hurry Home" 16" X 20" Acrylic on Canvas - framed, original painting by Joe Limbaugh | $475.00 |
| Original Artwork | "Coach" 16" X 20" Acrylic/Latex on Canvas - framed, original painting by Joe Limbaugh | $475.00 |
| Condo in Lido Key Beach in Sarasota, FL | A week in June, July or August 2012 for a minimum bid of $500. The condo sleeps four people (no pets). It's 2.5 hours from Disney World in Orlando and makes a day trip possible. We ask only that the person using the condo leave it the way they found it and we can recommend someone to come in and clean for $100. AirTran flys from Chicgo/Midway directly to Sarasota and back. | $1,000.00 |
| 9 Ft. Gandy Big "G" Pool Table | Black table with chrome corners. This is a ball return table which can also be converted to drop pocket very easily. This is what they call a "players" table. It is comparable to the Brunswick Gold Crown Models. This is a 3 piece Slate table with 1" slate with backing. Any additional questions about the table, you can call: Glenn's Pool Table Service, 630-907-9646. Approximate cost for moving and set-up fee = $500 (not included in price). | $1,500.00 |
| Electric Piano | Electric Piano | Unknown |