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Item0 Item Category Donors Item Name Picture Description Qty Left Est0 Est Val Min0 Min Price Date Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Friendly Return if unsold
EN0045 EN45 Entertainment
  • Ross Hammond
One Month of Guitar Lessons
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Hankering to learn guitar, ukelele, or banjo? Ross is offering one 30-minute lesson each week for one month. 3 2 000085.0 85 .0004E7 40 N N N
EN0044 EN44 Entertainment
  • Matt Mitchell
Two Hours of Math Tutoring
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Math tutoring from an experienced math teacher! Anywhere from intermediate grades (4-6) up through mid-high school (integrated math 3). Offered at two (2) one-hour sessions. 3 1 000080.0 80 .0002E7 20 N N N
C0071 C71 Collectible/Antique
  • Virginia Dunstan & Nan Johnson
Papermaking in Fair Oaks
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Have fun making hand-made paper on my patio in Fair Oaks. This is a non-threatening,no-fail activity dipping into pulp with screens and adding material to make interesting papers. This is a standing activity to be done in the a.m. before the heat strikes. Light snacks provided. 4 1 000025.0 25 .00015E7 15 6/29/16 9:30 AM N N N
CH0016 CH16 China/Glass
  • Kate Anderson
It's a Walk in the Park!
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Join me for a 5K walk around Land Park and a delicious buffet brunch.

We'll meet at my place, Alley Cat Farms, and fuel up on green smoothies, coffee and tea. After our walk in nearby Land Park, we'll return to a buffet brunch on the patio or grounds. All organic, appropriate for vegans, vegetarians and omnivores - much of it produced here at Alley Cat.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 14.

10 5 000020.0 20 .00015E7 15 5/14/16 8:00 AM N N N
C0074 C74 Collectible/Antique
  • Jan Fleming
2 Tickets to One Day University - Sacramento
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Winner takes home two tickets to One Day University with the Sacramento Bee.

You and a friend will spend a fascinating day with four award-winning professors as you learn about Politics, Psychology, Astronomy, and Film. Topics & Speakers include:

1. The Rise and Decline of the American Presidency - Jeremi Suri / University of Texas
2. The Genius of Michelangelo - Tina Rivers Ryan / Columbia University
3. Music and the Brain - Mark Tramo / UCLA
4. Why Some People Are Resilient, and Others Are Not - Andrew Shatte / University of Arizona

This Event is Sold Out.
April 24, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Crowne Plaza Sacramento Northeast
5321 Date Ave
Sacramento, CA 95841

For more info go to https://www.onedayu.com/events/detail/257

1 1 000358.0 358 .00049E7 49 4/24/16 9:30 AM N N N
C0068 C68 Collectible/Antique
  • Ginny Bjorgum
Let's Watch the November Election Results Together!
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We'll gather at the Club House at my place in Citrus Heights on Election Day, November 8, 2016, to watch the election results roll in! Snacks included. 25 22 000015.0 15 .00015E7 15 11/8/16 4:00 PM N N N
C0067 C67 Collectible/Antique
  • Sally Wilkins
Afternoon of Story Telling
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Please join us at UUSS to enjoy an afternoon of fun, humor, poignancy, and delight listening to some wonderful storytellers! (This event is offered for adults not children.) Donated by new member, Sally Wilkins, with lots of help from Roger Jones, Theater One folks, and many others. 100 80 000015.0 15 .00015E7 15 9/11/16 2:00 PM N N N
EN0041 EN41 Entertainment
  • Nancy Gilbert
Bird Vacation Care
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A week of bird care in my home, up to 2 larger birds, or more if small (like finches), 2 cages max. Your supplies. Your care instructions, plus I will read up on nature and care of your species.

Offer good thru February '17.

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C0062 C62 Collectible/Antique
  • Patty Williams & Annette Emery
Teen dinner/party
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James Lock and Mia Williams invite other teens to a teen only (with chaperones) Saturday night party with snacks, munchies, games, music, swimming, and chllin out!

James is the son of Annette Emery and Patrick Cody. The party will be at their home in South Natomas where good times are always a sure thing!

8 6 000015.0 15 .0001E7 10 6/18/16 7:00 PM N N N
EN0037 EN37 Entertainment
  • Peter Killian
Computer Music Preservation/Appreciation Demo and Class
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Do you have music on vinyl LPs, CDs, or audio cassette? Would you like to have it more accessible? I will show you how to get them into your computer to preserve and enjoy when and where you want to listen.

Instruction will be at my home in Sacramento. Feel free to bring a CD or LP that you'd like preserved.

2 2 000075.0 75 .00025E7 25 6/12/16 3:00 PM N N N
EN0036 EN36 Entertainment
  • Ginny Johnson
Handknit Blanket
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I'll knit a baby blanket or lap robe or blanket for you of Simply Soft yarn. You choose one of many patterns I provide and the colors of yarn. (I need at least a month or two to finish, so please plan ahead for a gift.) 1 1 000030.0 30 .0002E7 20 N N N
EN0035 EN35 Entertainment
  • Ginny Johnson
Card-Making Class
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Gather at Ginny's to make greeting cards: 1- Birthday, 1-Thinking of You, 2 -Multipurpose. Some will be made from scratch and others will be cards, bought at the store, but that we embellish to make special. Supplies and envelopes will be provided.

Scheduled based on bidders' schedules.

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C0056 C56 Collectible/Antique
  • Lucy Bunch
Amazing Race Sacramento
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Do you like scavenger hunts? Enjoy exploring Art in Public Places? Then the Amazing Race Sacramento is for you. Teams of up to 4 people (families, friends, circles?) will race around Sacramento finding clues and solving puzzles. This year's race will focus on arts - come learn about hidden art gems in our city.

Our ten teams will meet at the church to get our race packets, and then the fun begins. Great for all ages!

Bids are per team. Each team must have car and a cell phone with a camera and texting capabilities to participate.

Offered by Rev Lucy Bunch and Nancy Flagg

10 1 000050.0 50 .0004E7 40 10/16/16 12:30 PM N N N
C0052 C52 Collectible/Antique
  • Roger Jones
Rev. Lucy's Gourmet Dinner Served by Rev. Roger in the Library Room
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Four-course dinner celebrating the autumnal bounty of Sacramento, prepared by Chef Lucy in our new kitchen at UUSS and served by Rev. Roger and a volunteer TBD. Served in the newly renovated UUSS Ted Abell Library, made elegant for this occasion by a volunteer decorator TBD. As you enter the church, lovely music over the sound system will greet you. Roger will welcome you with cold bubbly. He will continue all night as your maitre d', sommelier, waiter, and busboy. Downton Abbey meets UUSS. 11 4 000160.0 160 .001E7 100 9/9/16 6:00 PM N N N
EN0031 EN31 Entertainment
  • Roger Jones
Unitarian Pastoral Indulgence
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One free Sunday off, no questions asked. You don't need to say "Sorry, I'm out of town then." Just stay home and skip church--with no consequences. No purgatory (or worse). No mention of your absence in the Pastoral Prayer, no visits to your home by church elders. Certificate suitable for framing with your name and photograph with the Senior Minister and his authorized signature. Why should Medieval Catholics get all the fun? Valid through All Saints Day 2016. 3 2 000100.0 100 .00035E7 35 N N N
EN0030 EN30 Entertainment
  • Clair Urness
Having the Best Ever Paris Vacation
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2.5 hr presentation with handouts and snacks. Questions you never even thought of will be answered and more.

-How to put together a reasonable itinerary for sightseeing
-Getting around by bus and metro
-Inexpensive fun things to do after you've done the main sights
-Crowd avoidance strategies
-Exploring the French countryside
-Restaurant etiquette and navigating French menus.

PLUS handy greetings and phrases. At our home near American River College, one Saturday afternoon in February or March 2017 to be determined. Private consultation will be arranged if the date set for the small group is not convenient.

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C0046 C46 Collectible/Antique
  • Tiffany Urness
New Year's Eve Party
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Get all glitzy and ring in the new year with games, dancing, oldies sing-along and light buffet. Our home is off I-80, near American River College. 16 4 000025.0 25 .00015E7 15 12/31/16 8:00 PM N N N
CH0011 CH11 China/Glass
  • Abby Rosenblum
Gift Certificate for Two for a Day of Rafting on the American River
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The Northern Hills UU church in Cincinnati, Ohio has donated to our Auction this year!

A Gift Certificate for TWO people for a day of rafting on the South Fork of the American River from ARTA River Trips. Trip begins near the town of Lotus, one hour east of Sacramento.

Length: 10 miles
Time: 10:00 am to between 3:00 and 5:30 pm
Date: To be arranged with ARTA River Trips
Difficulty: Class II - III+ (beginner)
Includes: Hearty and healthy picnic lunches and transportation back to the home base

ARTA's South Fork American River trips are great for first-time rafters yet still lots of fun for seasoned veterans. ARTA provides all of the rafting gear, food, and local transportation as well as friendly, fun and informative guides (at least one in every raft!).

The gift certificates were provided to us by Tom Freer, a member of the Northern Hills UU Church of Cincinnati, and his brother Bob who runs the ARTA operation here in Northern California. Abby Rosenblum can answer any questions you may have. Detailed information is available at http://www.arta.org/pdfs/pdf_directory/california/details-ca-sfa-1-day.pdf

Offered twice. The two highest bidders will both win a Gift Certificate for TWO rafters.

(Estimated value of $300 is based on a Saturday river trip for two during the summer months.)

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C0039 C39 Collectible/Antique
  • Molly Stuart
Art Studio Adventure: The Art of Cakes - And Other Desserts
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We will gather for 3 hours on Saturday morning May 28 to create realistic or interpretational "fake cakes" or other desserts you are most hungry for. Enjoy creativity, inspiration and shifting perspective. 5 2 000040.0 40 .00015E7 15 5/28/16 10:00 AM N N N
C0037 C37 Collectible/Antique
  • Melisa McCampbell & Peggy Makie
Paint Party with a UU Theme
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Join us for a 2 hour good-time paint party sponsored by VanGo Girl painting who will lead us in creating a UU inspired masterpiece. No painting experience (or talent) is needed. VanGo Girl will lead us step by step through the process and provide a 16" x 20" canvas for each participant along with paints, brushes, aprons, and drop cloths. Your hosts, Melisa McCampbell and Peggy Makie, will provide a variety of refreshments to keep you going and add to the fun. You'll walk away with a colorful, ready to hand work of art designed specifically for our members and reflecting UU images and principles. Make art, make memories, make new friends! 9 1 000040.0 40 .0002E7 20 6/4/16 2:00 PM N N N
C0036 C36 Collectible/Antique
  • Gene (Mary) Anderson
Garden Brunch
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A delightful garden brunch with Morrocan casserole made with chicken and phylo, salad, and dessert. 12 5 000020.0 20 .00015E7 15 6/4/16 10:30 AM N N N
CH0008 CH8 China/Glass
  • Eric Ross & Karen Tarp
Mt. Diablo Hike
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Hike a remote, Eastern slope at Mt. Diablo to walk through an oak forest, see spring wildflowers, and Native American grinding stones along the Tassajara Creek Trail. This is a challenging, but satisfying hike with a trail length of 7.8 miles and an elevation gain of 1710 feet. Lunch provided.

We will leave from UUSS by 7:00 a.m. and return between 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

8 5 000040.0 40 .00025E7 25 5/7/16 7:00 AM N N N
EN0021 EN21 Entertainment
  • Patty Taylor Gutermute
Seeing With A Brush In Your Hand
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Join me for an exploration of contour drawing and basic watercolor techniques. This 2-hour class is for beginners or anyone who wants to learn some observation skills and basic techniques. Returning students are welcome to explore more possibilities. We will have fun discovering our Inner Artist! Even if you are convinced you have no Inner Artist, give this a try, it's guaranteed. All materials will be supplied. 8 2 000035.0 35 .00035E7 35 6/4/16 10:30 AM N N N
EN0020 EN20 Entertainment
  • Fred Deneke & Jim Eastman
Graphic Design Service
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Invitations, personalized greeting and holiday cards, stationery, business and calling cards, posters, banners, and signage. These are a few of the many things an experienced professional Graphic Designer can help create for you. Pre-press technical consultation included. Jim can also recommend a great UU-owned print shop!

Includes one hour of work time with initial consultation; additional time negotiable.

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C0032 C32 Collectible/Antique
  • Chuck Todd & Lauren Davis-Todd
Ticket and Guided Tour of Scottish Games
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For the price of your ticket, enjoy venues such as: Walk Through History, Highland Dance Competition, Pipe Bands, Fiddlers, Harpers Hall, Scottish Dancing, (Chuck and I will be performing Cape Breton Step Dancing) Highland Athletic Competition and Scottish and other Celtic bands. Take in the Noon Day Parade of the clans, animals, and re-enactors. Shop for Scottish and other Celtic jewelry, clothing, crafts, pottery, food, knives, swords, and other paraphernalia. Stay for the thrilling mass bands at closing ceremonies at 5:00 p.m. For additional fees, eat a Scottish lunch, take part in a whiskey tasting and join the crowd for an evening ceilidh (party) with more live band music and bar-b-que.

We will put your tickets in Will Call at the Games entrance for you to pick up on 4/23/16. Gates open at 9:00 a.m. Your guided tour will start at the Country Dance Stage where we will meet you at 10:00 a.m.

5 3 000020.0 20 .0002E7 20 4/23/16 9:00 AM N N N
EN0019 EN19 Entertainment
  • Chuck Todd & Lauren Davis-Todd
Group Crochet Lessons with Tea and Conversation
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Learn enough basic crochet to make a scarf or shawl in two hour lessons each week for six weeks! You will learn several beautiful stitches to chose from for your product. Yarn will be supplied and may be chosen from my large inventory. You will need to bring a metal crochet hook size G. Enjoy tea and conversation while you learn. 5 2 000042.0 42 .00035E7 35 4/25/16 6:00 PM N N N
EN0018 EN18 Entertainment
  • Ernest Perez
Photo Retouching (single image)
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Retouching/restoring of photo image - correct damage, creases, stains; fix poor or faded colors shifts; remove spots, scratches, tears; make an old photo look new and better than ever. Make a new photo look like you wish it had!

Offered 3 times.

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EN0017 EN17 Entertainment
  • Dixie Laws
Monoprinting at Myrtle Press
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Enjoy a fun morning (10:00 - 1:00) learning how to make monoprints. Start with a piece of plastic, add ink and texture. Put a piece of paper on top and run through a printing press. No experience necessary! Enjoy the experience of making a print. Perhaps you will make something you don't expect - a "happy accident."

Class will be held in the print studio The Verge Center for the Arts at 625 S Street.

8 3 000050.0 50 .00035E7 35 7/9/16 10:00 AM N N N
C0025 C25 Collectible/Antique
  • Janet Lopes & John McMillan
Lord of the Rings Movie Marathon
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Get your geek on! You and your fellow Tolkeinites will settle in for a day long (oh yeah!) session of all three films at our home. Director's cut, so you actually get to see the whole story. Snacks, pizza, beverages, and lots of support for your love of Middle Earth included. Time for discussion and quick walks between films. 11:00am - 9:00pm(ish) 10 7 000035.0 35 .0002E7 20 5/28/16 11:00 AM N N N
CH0006 CH6 China/Glass
  • Linda Tanforan
Curtis Park Walk
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Easy 3 mile walk to tour the distinctive Curtis Park neighborhoods. See the new homes being built west of Curtis Park. Walk by the fabulous Dragon House which is constantly evolving. After the hike enjoy a Dutch Treat lunch at Dantorels. 10 7 000010.0 10 .0001E7 10 5/21/16 10:00 AM N N N
CH0004 CH4 China/Glass
  • Ron Selge
Vacation House in the Florida Keys
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Enjoy Caribbean paradise of the Florida Keys located in tropical forest on unique Big Pine Key, which is mostly national wildlife sanctuary. Scenic drive to charming Key West’s cultural, historical and entertainment resources (30 miles). Two bridges to America’s best beach (Bahia Honda State Park, Conde Nast Traveler, 1992). Convenient to various wildlife and marine sanctuaries, historical sites, reefs, water sports, deep sea fishing, recreation opportunities almost unlimited. Must be able to climb a flight of stairs—house is on stilts, seems like a tree house! Two bedrooms, two baths, plus sleeping alcove. Could sleep 8+. Fully equipped with dishwasher, laundry, air conditioning, etc. One week (7 to 10 days) offered. Dates to be negotiated, Not July-Sept. Please use by June 2017. 1 1 001500.0 1,500 .007E7 700 N N N
CH0003 CH3 China/Glass
  • Margaret Wilcox & Tony vanCuren
Hike to Amazing Vistas of Tahoe
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Explore a new trail that connects Van Sickle Bi-State Park on Lake Tahoe's south shore to the Tahoe Rim Trail along the crest. We will start on the lower trail with vistas gradually opening onto the lake, its shoreline and the Crystal Range in the distance. The nation's first bi-state park, it has a rich history from the 1860s with the Van Sickle family. A gourmet lunch will be provided at the small waterfall a short distance up the trail. We will continue another 2.5 miles after lunch with more extraordinary views of the lake. This 6-mile hike is moderate with approximately a 1000' elevation gain. 6 1 000025.0 25 .00025E7 25 7/30/16 9:30 AM N N N
CH0001 CH1 China/Glass
  • Cynthia Shallit & Mark Sabin
Sailing Lesson - Lake Washington Sailing Club, West Sac
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Learn to sail on our beginner-friendly Sunfish sailboats! A Sunfish is a small sailboat which is easy to learn to sail, stable, and fun! It is sailed by one-person but can easily carry two people; in this case, you and your instructor. The Lesson would be about three hours, at the Lake Washington Sailing Club on Harbor Blvd. in West Sacramento. We are experienced sailors with various certificates/training. We will cover rigging the boat, the controls of the boat, how to use the wind to power the boat, and safety concerns. Then, on with the life vest, into the boat, and YOU will be sailing! As this is just an introductory class, you will sail with an instructor.

We want to have a steady, mild wind for fun and safety. Should predicted wind conditions be unfavorable three days prior to our scheduled date, we will re-schedule the lesson on a mutually agreeable date for the two winning bidders and instructors.

All participants must be comfortable around water, able to swim, and willing to follow directions from instructors. Ages 8 and above are welcome.

2 1 000150.0 150 .0005E7 50 5/22/16 1:30 PM N N N
EN0001 EN1 Entertainment
  • Abby Rosenblum
3 Hours of Move Planning or Downsizing
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Are you contemplating a move? Feeling overwhelmed at the thought? Or maybe just need reclaim space in your current home if you could just get motivated? Offering three (3) hours of professional move management services (advising on a relocation plan and timeline) or a downsizing session during which we can organize your garage, clear your closet, or de-clutter your clutter. I'll take items to be donated away on the spot. Much can be accomplished working side-by-side. Three hours to the highest bidder on a mutually agreeable date in 2016.

www.organizeanddownsize.com

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