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EA0001 EA1 Entertainment & Activities
  • Joseph & Lois Tezza
Cruise on The Sheaves Ship Ahoy Matey's!! Imagine sailing the open seas of Norris Lake. The wind in your hair, the sun on your fave, a cocktail in your hand and a sharkcootchie on your lap!

Well that can be you for a day along with 6 of your friends as Captain Chad and I along with our shipmate Rosemary welcome you aboard The Sheaves Ship!

We will disembark from Twin Cove Marina where we will be waiting for your group ready to welcome you aboard. The only worry you will have that day is to swim, ski or just enjoy the scenery. It's your day you decide.

Date will be arranged with winner for a summer sail.

1 1 000650.0 650 .001E7 100 6/1/25 1:00 PM
S0033 S33 Services
  • Susan Siplon
Children's Room Mural Brighten up your child['s room! Susan will paint a mural either on one medium sized wall or in small touches throughout the room. Check out example in this book! 1 0 000150.0 150 .0015E7 150
S0032 S32 Services
  • Susan Siplon
8 Hours of Baby Sitting Take a break! Emma Siplon, who is 16, is offering 8 hours of babysitting at your convenience. 1 0 000040.0 40 .0004E7 40
F0012 F12 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Steve McNeary
Case of Wine Overflow 1 0 000150.0 150 .0005E7 50
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  • Laurie Paolicelli
Chapel Hill Gift Basket Go Hells! Be the envy of your Carolina fan friends with this Carolina Blue and White basketball autographed by legendary UNC Men's Basketball Coach Roy Williams. Then show off your Tarhheel pride in style with 2 Carolina shirts and caps. 1 0 000400.0 400 .002E7 200
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  • Bill Poteat
$100 Bill $100 Bill 1 0 000100.0 100 .0008E7 80
S0031 S31 Services
  • Nathan Hollister
Nathan shaves his beard Nathan shaves his beaard 1 -23 000100.0 100 .001E7 100
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  • Becky Waibel
Fabric by the Yard The quilters have excess fabric available to you at a bargain price (and to benefit the church as well!). There will be 2 sample bolts on display at the auction, but many other fabrics are available. Purchase a "store credit" for any number of yards at $10 a yard. Then make an appointment with Becky Waibel to make your selection and have the fabric cut. 100 97 000010.0 10 .0001E7 10
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  • Bill and Julie Waltrip
Quilt Hanging This small, handmade quilt comes mounted in a handsome, carved oak press that hangs on picture hooks for easy wall mounting. Predominately red and brown design on a background of muted earth-tone prints. An attractive hanging for any room. 1 0 000050.0 50 .0002E7 20
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  • Joann Haggerty
Women's Special Thai Dinner Joann Haggerty and Martha Jordan host this special women's dinner of succulent Thai cuisine executed by talented gourmet cooks who "neither are Thai nor have ever been to Thailand but who have the uppity notion that they can pull off this dinner". And they will, if past efforts are any indication. Authentic or not, it will be delicious and a lot of laughs at Joann's house in Chapel Hill (912 King's Mill Road). 10 3 000035.0 35 .00035E7 35 5/28/11 6:00 PM
S0030 S30 Services
  • Julie Worth & Mark Smith
Family Canoe Adventure You don't need to drive for hours to find a beautiful, quiet lake perfect for a canoeing adventure! Let Julie Worth give your family a 2 hour guided nature tour of Cane Creek Reservoir, only 20 minutes west of Carrboro, where noisy motor boats are not allowed. Canoe rentals and snacks included. For up to 2 adults and 2 children. 1 0 000020.0 20 .00015E7 15
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  • Bill and Julie Waltrip
Dine With a "Brit" and a Texan Mouth melting grilled salmon, with a spinach salad full of tasty surprises and a serving of rice. Save room for chocolate trifle or fruit if you are watching your waistline! Coffee served with mints. Before dinner, a few nibbles and getting to know each other. 6 0 000020.0 20 .00015E7 15 6/18/11 12:00 PM
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  • Ms. Caywood Hendricks
Large Decorative Potter Platter This lovely and practical piece is signed by Dwight Holland, a well known potter and arts advocate from Randolph County, near Seagrove. 1 0 000125.0 125 .0003E7 30
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  • Herbert & Jean Harned
Dinner at Carolina Meadows with the Harneds Wine and cheese at the Harneds' 250 Villa at 5:30 and dinner in the Carolina Meadows dining room at 6:30. Flexible date, August possible. 4 4 000018.0 18 .00015E7 15 6/27/11 5:30 PM
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  • Dick Weston-Jones
Chinese Porcelain Garden Stools Pair of 80-100 year old hand-painted porcelain stools with perforated seat. Appraised in 2011 at $300-$500 for the pair, auction value. Paintings of identical scenes but clearly by different artists, of emperor in garden and on boat. Sold as pair. 1 1 000400.0 400 .002E7 200
V-L0007 V-L7 Vacation & Lodging
  • Dick Weston-Jones
Park your Thanksgiving Visitors Here!
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Three bedroom house filled with art for you and your family from Sunday Nov 20 to Nov 27. Sleeps up to 10 comfortably. Set on two wooded acres 5 miles south of CCCHUU. See at www.chapelhillforest.com 1 1 000900.0 900 .005E7 500
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  • Dick Weston-Jones
Go-Climb-a-Mountain Watch Always know where you are with this Suunto watch: Altimeter, barometer, compass and time. 1 0 000300.0 300 .00075E7 75
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  • Dick Weston-Jones
"Stoned" on Pizza Pizza stone, still in the box. Let them think you made it from scratch! 1 0 000015.0 15 .00005E7 5
V-L0006 V-L6 Vacation & Lodging
  • Dick Weston-Jones
December Getaway to Oceanfront Florida Penthouse Condo. Two bedroom, 2 bath luxury timeshare, sleeps 4-6, for Dec 3-10. Huge balcony, all-glass front to watch surf and launches from Cape Canaveral (maybe). Full kitchen, washer/dryer, outside heated pool, deep sandy beach st in natural area with surf visible from king-size bed.
www.discoverbeachresort.com
1 1 000920.0 920 .005E7 500
V-L0005 V-L5 Vacation & Lodging
  • Dick Weston-Jones
New Year's Week in a Florida Ocean Front Condo Two bedroom / 2 bath luxury timeshare sleeps 4-6 for Dec 31 to Jan 7. Huge balcony, all glass front to watch surf and launches from Cape Canveral (maybe). Full kitchen, washer/dryer, outside heated pool, deep sandy beach set in natural area visible from king-size bed.
Check it out at www.discoverybeachresort.com
1 1 001503.0 1,503 .0075E7 750
V-L0004 V-L4 Vacation & Lodging
  • Ellie Tucker
Off-Season Getaway to the NC Coast Lovely 3 bedroom condo at Indian Beach, NC. Great Ocean view from condo with 25 foot balcony. Heated swimming pool and terrific jacuzzi (except in Feb.). Available late October through mid March for a long weekend. Bid price based on three nights. Negotiate exact dates with the Tuckers. 1 0 000400.0 400 .00225E7 225
S0029 S29 Services
  • Larry Gottschalk
Photography - Portrait session
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Photography session for your children/family/pet at your home, a park, garden, etc. Follow-up session to pick your favorites (~30-40 photos), which will be cropped, color corrected and adjusted for output to print and/or web. Preferred style is informal "candid" vs. dressed and posed. Includes approximately 2 hours for photo session, and 5 hours of editing/background work to edit your picks. Photos can be delivered on CD/DVD for your personal use. Prints can be made at your discretion *at cost*. Dates/times by mutual arrangement, to be completed by the end of July. Typically, morning or afternoon and weekends are best. 1 0 000350.0 350 .0005E7 50
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  • Susan Siplon
Fijian Pool Party
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Bula! Enjoy an evening of Fijian culture by the Siplon's pool! The Siplon family spent 2 years living in Fiji and want to share all that they love about Fiji...music, food, drinks, stories, mekes, a kava ceremony and of course Fiji Water! Kids are welcome! Vinaka Vaka Levu! 25 1 000020.0 20 .0001E7 10 9/10/11 5:00 PM
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  • Laura Herbst
Brand New KitchenAid Food Processor. Mix, chop, slice and dice to your heart's content with this snazzy, brand-new food processor. 1 0 000180.0 180 .00095E7 95
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  • Hank Rodenburg
Let Us Wine and Dine You! As we move into fall and that crisp edge is in the air, it's nice to get together with good company. Come and join us for an elegant fall dinner with soup, salad, seafood, wine and dessert at our home in Chapel Hill. 6 0 000030.0 30 .00025E7 25 10/15/11 6:00 PM
S0028 S28 Services
  • Kim & Steve McNeary
Shape Up and Ship Out Got a shrub or small tree that's in need of reshaping, rejuvenation or reduction? Kim McNeary will tenderly prune it back to a manageable, more attractive and healthier condition. She'll work for up to 3 hours and haul away the mess when she's finished. She can't work higher than 10 feet, though. 1 0 000090.0 90 .0005E7 50
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  • Penny Ward
Carbon-Free Shopping: Cargo Bike with Battery Assist
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Little-used Yuba Mundo cargo bike outfitted with battery assist by Cycle9. This is a very sturdy bike, comfortable for large riders, with framework on the back capable of hauling heavy/bulky items, or even passengers. Do your local shopping gas-free! Fenders included but not installed. 1 0 001500.0 1,500 .005E7 500
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  • Paige Smith
Chaps Hankies Were you not prepared the last time you needed to hand a lady a hankie or keep abreast of allergies? You'll never be caught short again, thanks to this set of 13 hankies for chaps of distinction. They come neatly packed in their own valet case. 1 0 000030.0 30 .00005E7 5
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  • Paige Smith
So Many Clocks, So Little Time! Running late? Lost in time? Stay on time with this cute little desk clock of brushed stainless steel. Never used. Small, silver and pretty. Life's too short to be late! 1 0 000020.0 20 .00005E7 5
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  • Ivy Brezina and Linda Thompson
Italian Vegetarian Feast and Cooking Class How do you mince garlic with a chef's knife? Why doesn't a recipe always turn out the same way? Come spend a Saturday evening in Ivy Brezina's Chapel Hill kitchen as she shares her passion for Italian cooking and answers to the above questions. She will assist you in cooking a 6-course Italian vegetarian feast, with wine and dessert included. You will also have recipes to take home.... 6 0 000020.0 20 .00015E7 15 9/10/11 5:00 PM
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  • Paige Smith
558-Piece Tool Kit Become Mr. or Ms. Fix-It with this never-used, 558-piece tool set. Sockets, screwdrivers, hex-key wrenches, hacksaw, combination wrenches, sockets, auto tester, precision screwdrivers, hammer, terminals, and on and on and on! Ever need a fastener? This kit solves your problems with an assortment 442 kinds! 1 0 000100.0 100 .0005E7 50
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  • Paige Smith
Gourmet Traditions 18-Piece BBQ Set Any job is better with the right tools! Take home this never-used, 18-piece, deluxe BBQ set, with wood handles. All are kept secure in a black case. Your hamburgers, sausages, steaks and fish never had it so good! 1 0 000035.0 35 .00015E7 15
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  • Paige Smith
Burberry Brut for Men Cologne for Men 3-Piece Fragrance Set Includes: 3.3 oz / 100 ml Eau de Toilette Spray + 3.3 oz / 100 ml Soothing After Shave Balm + 3.3 oz / 100 ml Body Cleansing Gel 1 0 000060.0 60 .00015E7 15
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  • Paige Smith
Bubba Truck Tape Dispenser This unique, 1950's, red truck tape dispenser is perfect for the tape hauling needs of any truck lover! 1 0 000015.0 15 .00005E7 5
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  • Paige Smith
7-piece Popcorn Set Enjoy popcorn as never before with this never-used, individually hand-crafted and hand-painted popcorn set! Includes:
1. one 9" x 7 1/4" popcorn bowl
2. four smaller popcorn bowls
3. two seasoning shakers
1 0 000075.0 75 .0001E7 10
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  • Paige Smith
Universial Tripod This never-used basic universal tripod by Magnavox is for use with Camcorders weighing up to 10 pounds or 35 mm cameras. Features include:
1. Fluid-smooth, two-way panhead
2. Quick-release leg locks
3. Rubber-tipped feet
1 0 000020.0 20 .00005E7 5
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  • Martha Jordan
Twisted Ribbon Quilt
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Twin bed quilt in warm fall colors. Machine-pieced and free-motion-quilted. App 60"x80". 100% cotton. Machine wash and dry. (Photographed before border was added.) 1 1 000150.0 150 .001E7 100
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  • Paige Smith
"I've Got the Merlefest Blues" Music-and-Dinner Party This exciting evening is not just for Merlefest fans but for all who enjoy great food, great music, singing, and playing in community! Paige and Jason Smith invite you to their Chapel Hill home to join a stellar group in celebrating Americana and folk music over traditional foods like Wilkesboro-Special BBQ chicken, Alan and Son BBQ, home-cooked pintos and fixings, strawberry short cake, wine and "Wilkes County Special" apple brandy. After dinner we'll gather around for a community sing-along with Jane and Scott Provan, Jay Miller and Terry Baker. Bring your appetites, your voices, your instruments, and your favorite songs. Dancers welcome too! 16 0 000025.0 25 .0001E7 10 10/15/11 6:00 PM
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  • Kari and Art Andrade
Thai Feast and Cooking Lessons Come early for Thai cooking lessons (5 p.m) at the Andrades' home in Hillsborough and enjoy a six-course dinner, starting at 6 p.m. 8 1 000010.0 10 .0001E7 10 6/11/11 5:00 PM
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  • Kari and Art Andrade
Bridge Brunch Join the Andrades for a tasty brunch and Bridge at their Hillsborough home. They'll include a Bridge lesson, if needed. Mutually agreed upon date and time. 4 4 000010.0 10 .0001E7 10
S0027 S27 Services
  • Kari and Art Andrade
Retirement Checkup How much do you need to retire comfortably and remain comfortably retired? Will you outlive your nest egg? Are you on track for financial health? Let Kari Andrade of Andrade Wealth Management bring her financial stethoscope to your house or a mutually agreeable location and give you 2 hours of professional advice to get you on the road to Financial Peace of Mind. 2 0 000300.0 300 .0003E7 30
S0026 S26 Services
  • Kari and Art Andrade
Hike Ocanneechee Mountain Ocanneechee Mountain in Hillsborough is beautiful, but it can be tricky if you don't know the way. Let Kari Andrade be your guide on the 70 minute hike. Enjoy nature, exercise and conversation at a time of your choosing. 5 0 000000.0 0 .00005E7 5
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  • Sarah & Dirk Verbiest
Emerald-Cut Diamond Pendant This white-gold pendant holds an emerald-cut, 0.40 carat diamond of VS2 clarity (no visible flaw) and H color (white) in a basket setting. The stone was cut by Dirk Verbiest, a master diamond cutter trained in Antwerp with over 35 years in his trade. 1 0 000760.0 760 .0055E7 550
S0025 S25 Services
  • Aviva Enoch
Three Summer Piano Lessons. Always wanted to tickle the ivories? Now is your chance to get started. Want to see if your child might like piano lessons? Check it out risk-free. Did you used to play as a child? Come and recharge! Aviva will give a series of three piano lessons in her home studio in Hillsborough. June--July, by mutual agreement. 1 0 000105.0 105 .00095E7 95
F0011 F11 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Carlos Bailey
Pizzelles --Lemon or Anise Just give Teri Brooks 2 weeks' advance notice and she'll bring you 3 dozen freshly-baked, crisp, fragrant lemon or anise pizzelles, whichever you like best. 2 2 000015.0 15 .0001E7 10
V-L0003 V-L3 Vacation & Lodging
  • David & Nancy Lederer
Beaufort, NC Condo One week in a two-bedroom, two-bath condo on Front Street with a view of the harbor. Sleeps 6. No time restriction, but call in advance to reserve. 1 0 000800.0 800 .005E7 500
S0024 S24 Services
  • Carlos Bailey
Childcare in Your Home or Mine Experienced church childcare provider Steph Bailey lives in Chapel Hill and will give 3 hours of care for up to 3 children in your Chapel Hill or Carrboro home or at hers. 1 0 000028.0 28 .0002E7 20
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  • Susan Brewer
Improve Your Photos: Use a Tripod! This almost-new aluminum camera tripod has 3-section telescoping legs with locks for adjustment from 22" to 57" height. It includes a 21-way pan and tilt head with a standard-size mounting screw to attach to the base of your camera. 1 0 000025.0 25 .0001E7 10
S0022 S22 Services
  • Tanya Carter-Reichle
Autism Consultation Tanya and Nancy team up to provide a consultation regarding your child with autism or Asperger's Syndrome. They'll make useful visuals (using the TEACCH approach) to suit your individual needs. They can come to your house or meet you in another Chapel Hill location. 2 1 000050.0 50 .0003E7 30
F0010 F10 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Kathy Putnam
Homemade Pies Kathy Putnam will bake cherry or apple pies with love and care. Please order before Sept 1, 2011. 2 0 000001.0 1 .00005E7 5
S0021 S21 Services
  • Maureen O'Rourke
Guitar Lessons Love guitar music? Fingers itching to strum those strings? Shannon Richards would be happy to share her love of the instrument by giving a series of three guitar lessons in your home at a mutually agreeable time. 1 0 000060.0 60 .00015E7 15
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  • Jean & Perry Genova
A Day at the Lake! Pick a warm, mutually-agreed-upon Saturday or Sunday this summer for BBQ lunch at Hyco Lake and all the sunshine , kayaking, paddle boating, tubing, waterskiing or wakeboarding you can handle. Fun for up to 6 people, all- inclusive. Meet at the lake (an easy hour's drive). 1 0 000200.0 200 .001E7 100
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  • Ginger & Derek Long
Bridge in the Afternoon Come play bridge at the Longs' house in Carrboro and enjoy snacks and fellowship with other bridge players. Basic knowledge is preferred, but these are low-key, friendly games. 8 4 000010.0 10 .00005E7 5 6/11/11 1:00 PM
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  • Ginger & Derek Long
First Aid Kit All kinds of first aid items in a handy carrier pouch. 60 separate items(!), including bandages, ibuprofen, gauze, first aid cremes and much more. 1 0 000057.5 57.5 .0002E7 20
S0020 S20 Services
  • Peggy Dorfman & Stephen Chandler
Fly-Fishing Instruction Private lessons on private water, all equipment included, at mutually convenient times. Truth be told, no one has ever learned to fly-cast in an Orvis style, $500 two day class. It takes time, muscle memory practice, and commitment. If you think you might come to love this as much as he has for the past 50 years, Stephen Chandler would be happy to help you learn. 1 0 000020.0 20 .0002E7 20
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  • Joan Garnett & Eric Henry
Photograph of Water Market, Mekong Delta
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This striking photograph of the exotic water market was taken in the summer of 2004 by Joan Garnett. This copy is not framed. Its matted size is 16" X 20". 1 1 000080.0 80 .0004E7 40
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  • Joan Garnett & Eric Henry
Finger Painting For All Ages
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Early childhood/art educator Joan Garnett will plan and help you supervise a summer finger painting party at your house or another appropriate location. A great activity for a birthday party in your back yard! You provide old clothes or smocks, other activities for those who might be waiting for a turn, and adult supervision for very young children. Number of participants depends upon the available space and the appropriate adult-to-child ratio.Estimated value: Priceless! Minimum bid: $10/person. Bring your camera! 1 1 000050.0 50 .0001E7 10
S0019 S19 Services
  • Joan Garnett & Eric Henry
Garden Work
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Skilled gardener Joan Garnett will weed or prune in your garden for two hours at a mutually agreeable time. She uses traditional methods which do not include power tools. Under no circumstances will she approach poison ivy. Offer expires at end of 2011. 2 0 000040.0 40 .0002E7 20
S0018 S18 Services
  • Kathy Hodges
One Evening of Babysitting Take a night off while experienced childcare provider Carter Smith takes care of your little ones. She'll come to your home for up to 5 hours while you take some much-deserved time to yourself. Carter has her Red Cross Babysitting and American Heart Association CPR certification and is an experienced youth staffer from the church's CRE program. So go out and relax! 1 0 000040.0 40 .00015E7 15
F0009 F9 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Kathy Hodges
Dessert of the Month Pies, cakes, cream puffs galore.
You'll be surprised at what's in store.
A seasonal dessert for you to share
Brought to you at church or (almost)anywhere.
Enough to feed a party of six,
My daughter and I will fix
A monthly confection each month for a year.
So hurry up and bid for it here.
1 0 000144.0 144 .0006E7 60
F0008 F8 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Ruth & James Gibson
Hungarian Dinner and Movie--in Your Home Ruth learned lots of Hungarian recipes while living in Transylvania, and will be glad to prepare a traditional dinner for 6-8 people, to be served at your home, at a mutually agreeable time. If you have equipment for playing a DVD, she will also bring a Hungarian movie with English subtitles for you and your guests to enjoy. 1 0 000240.0 240 .00075E7 75
F0007 F7 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Ruth & James Gibson
Death by Chocolate Nobody has actually died from this delightful dessert, of course, but when you taste it, you'll feel you've lived a full life. Ruth will make this for you and 15-20 guests to enjoy at an occasion of your choosing and deliver it at a mutually convenient time. (Just not in August, please.) 1 0 000020.0 20 .0002E7 20
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  • Ruth & James Gibson
Purple Socks, Hand-Knit These purple, wool, hand-knit socks are a cozy treat for your feet! 1 0 000005.0 5 .00005E7 5
S0017 S17 Services
  • Martha Giles
Architectural Design Consulation Problems in your physical environment (large or small)? Gary Giles will meet with you at your specified locaton for one(+) hour of professional design consultation to give you a solution (or the next step toward a solution) to your design challenge. 3 2 000075.0 75 .00035E7 35
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  • Robert Merriam
Hand-Crafted Desk Set Organize your desk with a walnut desk stand, hand-crafted by Bob Merriam. It holds pen, pencil, and pad of paper. 1 0 000015.0 15 .0001E7 10
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  • Robert Merriam
Hand-Crafted Breadboard This handsome breadboard was hand-crafted by Bob Merriam from cherry, walnut and ash. 1 0 000015.0 15 .0001E7 10
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  • Robert Merriam
Hand-Crafted Trivet This star-shaped, wooden trivet for serving your hot dishes was hand-crafted by Bob Merriam from cherry. 1 0 000002.0 2 .00002E7 2
S0016 S16 Services
  • Kate McFarland & Hillary Waugh
Yard Work Get your garden in shape for summer, and get a grad student away from the computer and out in the sunshine! Kate is offering two 4-hour shifts of yard work, at a mutually agreeable time, to one lucky winner. She'll pull weeds, mow the lawn, spread mulch, or do any other outdoor task you need done. You supply the tools, she'll supply the sweat. 1 0 000120.0 120 .0005E7 50
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  • Laurie McDonald
Gypsy Meltdown Dinner & Dancing
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Two Left Feet? Bring 'em both! Contra dancing is easy and fun (and a great aerobic workout)!

Join Laurie McDonald and Tyler Johnson for a vegetarian dinner in Carrboro. Afterwards you'll receive a private dance lesson to prepare for the evening. Then we'll head to the Carrboro Century Center to dance to live music from Gypsy Meltdown!

Stay as long as you like. Bring $9 to enter the dance. Gender neutral. No partner necessary.

6 0 000035.0 35 .00015E7 15 6/10/11 6:00 PM
V-L0002 V-L2 Vacation & Lodging
  • Allen & Susan Spalt
Wrightsville Getaway Enjoy a long weekend at the Spalts' house at Wrightsville Beach. Just over the dunes from the beach and ocean. Peace and quiet within easy reach of restaurants and shops. Three bedrooms (sleeps 8), 2 baths, full kitchen, A/C, W/D. Deck with porch swing overlooking the water. Relax, recharge, and play. Spiritual renewal optional. Porpoises offshore: plentiful but not guaranteed.
Long weekend, spring or fall.
1 0 000900.0 900 .005E7 500
S0015 S15 Services
  • Jenny Warnasch
Be a Pin Cushion Enjoy a relaxing acupuncture session in my home office--just north of downtown Chapel Hill, off Umstead Road. (Appointments can be scheduled evenings or weekends, at your convenience.) 2 0 000060.0 60 .0003E7 30
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  • Steve Thompson
Illuminated Relaxation Fountain Enjoy the sound of a mini waterfall as you gaze upon this tabletop fountain. Made by Homedics, this EnviraScape has a garden leaves design and has never been used. 1 0 000039.0 39 .00015E7 15
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  • Steve Thompson
Enjoy the outdoors on roller blades
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Men's Rollerblade set, Fusion MX, black, size 10-11. Included in this complete package:
Rollerblades with adjustable quick release buckles, knee pads, elbow pads, wrist guards, carrying case, and wheel changing tool. All you need is your helmet! Have fun!
1 0 000065.0 65 .00025E7 25
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  • Steve Thompson
Sunset Boat Tour on Jordan Lake You are (almost) guaranteed to see bald eagles as you join George and Linda Thompson on this 2 hour pontoon boat ride. As we relax and enjoy each other's company, our guide will show us the flora and fauna of Jordan Lake. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are included.
We CAN guarantee a fabulous North Carolina Sunset!
7 0 000030.0 30 .00025E7 25 6/11/11 7:00 PM
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  • Steve Thompson
Almost new riding boots
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Little used, woman's Ariat riding boots. Tan color leather, size 6.5
(US).
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  • Morris Davis
Oil Spot Glazed Bowl This shallow, signed bowl with glossy, black "oil spot" glaze was created by noted local potter, the late Dorothy Davis, using one of the most technically difficult of glazes. Black with lustrous brown spots, it has a central focus of ethereal milky white. Functional in shape, it has a simplicity that is aesthetically complete. 1 0 000080.0 80 .0008E7 80
T0011 T11 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • Morris Davis
Crackle Glaze Jar This lovely cream-colored, crackle-glaze jar has a textured blue rim accent and dark interior. It was crafted by noted local potter and CCCHUU congregation member, the late Dorothy Davis. Perfect as an objet d'art or as a vessel for subtle floral arrangements. 1 0 000070.0 70 .0007E7 70
T0010 T10 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • Anne Tomalin
Fun Fish Fountain! This attractive and soothing ceramic and bronze fish fountain will liven up your deck, porch, or any space that needs an interesting accent. 1 0 000100.0 100 .0007E7 70
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  • Gail McKinley
Ladies' Tea Party and Story-Sharing
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Come to my home in downtown Chapel Hill (in the garden if weather permits) for an old-fashioned tea party. I'll serve Earl Grey tea from my grandmother's silver teapot, in Great-Aunt Blanche's Theo Haviland Limoges tea cups. Tiny sandwiches, luscious little tea cakes, and scones with Devonshire cream and preserves will be served with this proper but lighthearted tea. Let's share stories about our grandmothers and chat to our hearts' content! Hats optional. 6 0 000020.0 20 .0001E7 10 6/12/11 3:30 PM
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  • Jim & Marta Magaw
A Ridiculously Good Massage 60 minutes of massage bliss. Choose from relaxing deep tissue, prenatal or clinical massage at Marta's office near University Mall. Hot stones, hot towels and tip are all included. 14 years' experience. Marta Magaw LMBT (NC#799). www. chapelhillmassage.com 2 0 000070.0 70 .00045E7 45
T0009 T9 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • John Leopold
Too Pretty to Cover Up with Food! That's what you'll say when you see this beautiful glass bowl and square serving dish. There are large blue and small yellow flowers embedded in the glass, sure to compliment any canapes, berries or sweets you wish to serve. 1 0 000060.0 60 .0002E7 20
T0008 T8 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • John Leopold
A Loaf of Bread, a Jug of Olive Oil and Wow! Start off your dinner party with some crusty bread, some flavored olive oil and start dipping using this brightly colored dipping set. The set includes a platter for bread, an olive oil jug with dispenser and 4 individual dipping bowls. Pass the tapenade! 1 0 000035.0 35 .00015E7 15
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  • Sally Freeman
Poolside Dinner Party Enjoy a lovely dinner with scintillating conversation (yours) in a garden setting at the home of Sally Freeman and John Juraschek in Chapel Hill. Swim or dunk your feet while enjoying cocktails, wine or soda. Dinner includes appetizers, entree, grilled vegetables, rice, and salad. Dessert will be chocolate cheesecake with whipped cream and fresh berries. 6 1 000025.0 25 .00015E7 15 7/9/11 6:30 PM
S0013 S13 Services
  • Steve McNeary
Breakfast in Bed For Two No need to pick up the house the night before. This domestic couple comes with blinders and will bring your trays straight to your room. Breakfast for you and your significant other includes mimosas, fresh Belgian waffles with real maple syrup, bacon, and freshly ground coffee, prepared by cook Kim and served by butler Steve. Service is discreet, and any children who can fit into bed with you will also be indulged. Arrange to give them the key ahead of time, and the help will let themselves in (and out), leaving nary a trace. 1 0 000030.0 30 .0003E7 30
F0006 F6 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Kim & Steve McNeary
Pies That Take The Cake Kim McNeary learned to bake pies at her mother's knee... and then improved on them. She'll bake you any kind of 10" pie you can think of and delivery it to your home as long as you give her two weeks' notice. Entertaining? Just want to pig out? She can enhance any meal. 2 0 000020.0 20 .0002E7 20
F0005 F5 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Susan McDaniel & Pat Smith
Let Them Eat Cake (or Pie)! Popular baker Susan McDaniel will bake a delicious cake or pie for your special (or everyday) occasion. All you have to do is tell her what you like... 3 0 000020.0 20 .00008E7 8
S0012 S12 Services
  • Susan McDaniel & Pat Smith
Lower Your Flush! Susan McDaniel will replace that toilet with a new low water-use toilet. The cost of the toilet is NOT included. 3 3 000150.0 150 .00075E7 75
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  • Terry & Jill Baker
Basket Buddies Teach Basket Weaving Jill Baker and Katie Donovan will teach you to weave a bean pot basket. A beanpot is a round basket using some of the same basic skills taught last year. All materials and tools will be provided. Time to be determined by participants in the fall. 6 0 000040.0 40 .00025E7 25
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  • Bonny Chirayath
Indian Dinner (Non-Vegetarian) & Indian Music Join Bonny and Verghese Chirayath at their home in Cary this fall for a sumptuous multicourse meal of Indian treats. Samosas, "The" Indian Curry, Lamb with Whole Spices, Lemon Rice, Green Beans and Coconut, Sookhe Aloo (potatoes), Papadam, Kulfi (Indian ice cream) Masala tea or coffee. Save room! 6 0 000020.0 20 .0002E7 20 10/22/11 6:00 PM
T0007 T7 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • Elsbeth van Tongeren
Comfort at the Opera When the AC goes on in the concert hall, whip this beautiful hand-knitted shawl of Fama Trend Superwash wool out of your purse, to comfort your shoulders. An elegant, slender triangle in soft, cool earth tones. 1 0 000020.0 20 .0002E7 20
T0006 T6 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • Elsbeth van Tongeren
Warm Tootsies in a Hot Color You'll stay warm 'til bed-time or beyond and catch everyone's eye in these jazzy, machine-washable (color-coordinated-but-not-matching) wool socks. Handmade originals. 1 0 000015.0 15 .0001E7 10
T0005 T5 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • Elsbeth van Tongeren
Scarf/Muffler for Skating, Hiking or Even Church This stylish muffler will keep you comfortable and snug outdoors. Skillfully knitted from lovely Araucania wool, its cool, muted colors and attractive pattern are appropriate for all ages and genders. Its manageable 9" by 40" length is perfect with any coat or jacket. 1 0 000010.0 10 .0001E7 10
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  • Jo Langevin
Garden Party! Come to a relaxed summer dinner party in the Crane's flower garden in Chapel Hill. Enjoy nature, good food and good company. 6 0 000025.0 25 .00025E7 25 6/25/11 6:30 PM
S0009 S9 Services
  • Maj-Britt Johnson & Michail Shulman
Pick a Sermon Topic Your chance to tell the Minister what to preach about! Last year's topic: "Green Burial" bought by Carolyn Holt. What topic would you like Maj-Britt to speak on? She'll choose the date that works best in her 2011-2012 program year. 1 0 000050.0 50 .0005E7 50
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  • Maj-Britt Johnson & Michail Shulman
Jordan Lake Pontoon Boat Ride with Maj-Britt and Michael. Tour guide and wildlife expert David Griffin has years of experience boating and fishing on Jordan Lake, and he strives to share his knowledge and passion for the area in fun, relaxing tours. During your two hours (from 3:00 to 5:00) on the lake, David will entertain and enlighten you by pointing out rare wildlife and valuable pieces of lakefront installation art. Life jackets are provided, as are snacks, soft drinks, and water. Sunscreen and cameras are highly encouraged. Like a nap in the bed of a moving pickup truck, a Jordan Lake tour provides both a respite and an adventure! 8 0 000030.0 30 .00025E7 25 6/4/11 3:00 PM
S0008 S8 Services
  • Kathryn Moss
Piano Trio To Perform At Your Home The versatile trio of Kathryn Moss on piano, Kitty Stalberg on viola, and Dorothy Wright on cello will perform at your house for up to an hour on a mutually convenient date. You (and your guests) will enjoy pieces by Beethoven, Bizet, Dvorak and many others. 1 0 000100.0 100 .0006E7 60
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  • Cathy Cole & Steve Garfinkel
Bluegrass, Barbeque & Beer Under the Stars Join Cathy Cole and Steve Garfinkle on the lawn of their beautiful spread in the White Cross community to eat some Allen & Sons barbeque with all the fixings, then listen to “front porch” music by The Community Church’s own, wonderful UUgrass (Terry Baker, Tony Galfano, Danny Gotham, Catherine Grodensky, Jane Provan, Scott Provan). A terrific evening in a gorgeous setting! Bid units are for adults and children over the age of 12. 30 -1 000600.0 600 .00025E7 25 9/17/11 6:00 PM
S0007 S7 Services
  • Kate Shipman
A Great Big Chunk of Babysitting! Up to five hours of childcare in your home by a Red Cross-certified, kid-loving, entertaining, enthusiastic babysitter who is good with all ages. Light cooking and clean-up required? No sweat. Go out and enjoy yourself! 1 0 000040.0 40 .00025E7 25
T0004 T4 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • S. A. M. Brooks
Brand New Bag Send your student off to school in style! This amply-sized, handwoven computer/backpack from the Philippines will go the distance, no matter how far your student roams. 1 0 000060.0 60 .0003E7 30
T0003 T3 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • Glenn Mehrbach & Deborah Klinger
Fragile Heart Songbook A songbook with music & lyrics by Community Church Music Director Glenn Mehrbach, and artwork by Glenn's brother, Carl. Songbook includes ten songs, each accompanied by a beautifully-reproduced, black-and-white pencil drawing. Glenn's songs have been performed and recorded by a number of cabaret and jazz artists, and Carl's artwork has been displayed at numerous galleries in the Northeast US. More about Carl's work can be found at http://mehrbach.com. More about Glenn's compositions can be found at http://pizzadreams.com/gam-resume.html. 25 19 000010.0 10 .0001E7 10
S0006 S6 Services
  • Glenn Mehrbach & Deborah Klinger
A Personalized Song Glenn Mehrbach, Community Church Music Director, will compose music & lyrics for a song to your specifications. Tell Glenn what or who you'd like the song to be about, answer some questions to help fuel the creative juices, and wait. In a few weeks Glenn will produce your own personalized song. You will end up with a written-out sheet-music version of the song, and a CD with a performance of the song with piano and voice. 2 0 000100.0 100 .00075E7 75
F0004 F4 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Becky Waibel
Family Favorite Cake Mrs. Hawkins Chocolate Cake from Aunt Bee's Desserts has been a Waibel family favorite for years. This cake has also been a popular item at many past services auctions. 2 0 000010.0 10 .000075E7 7.5
S0005 S5 Services
  • Terry & Jill Baker
Piano Tuning Have your piano tuned by member Terry Baker, piano technician for such illustrious persons as Glenn Mehrbach and Kathryn Moss. 2 0 000090.0 90 .00089E7 89
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  • Joyce Allen
Experiments in Writing: A Mini-Class Give your imagination a workout in this two-hour mini-class: no-threat experiments with some of the elements that go into making a story, whether it's fiction or creative non-fiction such as a personal essay or memoir. We'll be trying things out on the spot, and I hope having some fun in the process. There's no way to do any of this wrong, and the Internal editor who peers over your shoulder and scowls at every word is NOT invited. In the Straley Room. (Must have at least 5 sign-ups.) 10 5 000020.0 20 .0001E7 10 6/25/11 10:00 AM
F0003 F3 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Susan Brewer
Pecan Rum Cake This circular cake will serve 10-12 people a delicious dessert, with real pecans and rum making it a special treat. (Two weeks notice please.) 1 0 000015.0 15 .00012E7 12
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  • Marion Hirsch
Fishbowl! Come to Marion's house in Chapel Hill to play Fishbowl -- an amazingly fun word game that takes about 90 minutes to play. It’s a wacky combination of charades, password and pyramid. It makes you laugh. Popular at Shelter Neck Retreats with both youth and adults. Appropriate for 9th grade and up. Snacks will be provided. 7-9 PM. 16 0 000005.0 5 .00005E7 5 10/29/11 7:00 PM
S0004 S4 Services
  • Marion Hirsch
Airport Shuttle Service Marion Hirsch will drive you to and from the RDU airport in her shiny silver van that holds up to 6 people, plus all your luggage. She doesn't mind early mornings or late nights or flight delays. She's flexible and on-time. She understands your need for a calm start to your trip and a no-hassle return. Service with a smile! 1 0 000060.0 60 .00045E7 45
T0002 T2 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • Susan Brewer
Colorful Bird Wall Clock Twelve colorful birds will cheer you each time you check the hour on this 11" wall clock. Battery operated, no wiring required. 1 0 000012.0 12 .0001E7 10
F0002 F2 Food & Kitchen Items
  • Selden Holt
Two Dozen Fabulous Cupcakes! Homemade bakery-quality cupcakes, made to your specification (can accomodate dietary restrictions). Can be simple and elegant or birthday party playful. Flavor and delivery date by arrangement. 1 0 000020.0 20 .0001E7 10
S0003 S3 Services
  • Rob Perkins
Bike Revival - Full Overhaul You know that bike? The nice old one in the garage you bought a long time ago? Every spring you think "I'd like to bring it out now, but it doesn't shift right, the brakes don't work, and it squeaks miserably." Rob Perkins knows bikes, and he's offering a 10 hour full overhaul. Everything good as new. Small parts included. You provide major parts as needed. 1 0 000100.0 100 .00075E7 75
T0001 T1 Treasures - DON'T USE AFTER 2016! NEW CATEGORIES!
  • Marni Goldshlag & Trey Kennedy
Elegant Blue Silk Jacket Artist-made, sheer blue silk long jacket with sequins. Approximately size 8-10. 1 0 000075.0 75 .0002E7 20
S0002 S2 Services
  • Gail McKinley
Launching Your Family Tree Wow your family! We will "hold your hand" to get started creating your family tree and finding on-line information about your ancestors, via Ancestry.com. We are not pro's, but we have had a lot of fun with this fascinating hobby and would be happy to share our experience and tips. We'll come spend 1-2 hours with you on a mutually agreeable date, using your computer and (reasonably fast)internet access. Pick a date that allows you to spend subsequent time taking advantage of Ancestry.com's 2-week free no-obligation trial. 1 1 000100.0 100 .00025E7 25
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  • Kim & Steve McNeary
Light-As-Air Fresh Baked Donuts Having a special brunch or family breakfast? Kim McNeary will come to your house and bake 2 dozen donuts, fragrant with nutmeg, brushed with butter and rolled in cinnamon sugar. She'll serve them within minutes of their coming out of the oven. Congregation members who've been to Shelter Neck know: They're Heavenly! Please give at least two weeks'
notice.
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S0001 S1 Services
  • David Klibanow & Donna Washington-Klibanow
Stories for All Ages! Once again, let award-winning story teller Donna Washington take you away to the land of your imagination. You can go anywhere without leaving the safety and comfort of your chair. Donna will deliver a show to the audience of your choice: your child's school, a family reunion, a grown-ups' party, you name it. One forty-five minute story-telling set to be arranged with Dave Klibanow. 1 0 000300.0 300 .0015E7 150