A Night at the Movies

Assumption's

Church & School

10th Annual Auction

6:00 pm June 7th 2014

"A Night at the Movies"

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Assumption’s 10th Annual Spring Auction is the result of months of planning, hours of calling upon donors, envelope stuffing and much more. We are grateful for all of the volunteers who teamed together to help create this wonderful evening.

Auction Committee:

Jessi ShaferSue Wiley

Janet MerryWade Derry

Tony SlackRose Slack

Travis RisvoldLisa Risvold

Tiffany Manning

A special thank you to Merlyn Wiese and Shannon & Cindy Godwin for helping with our auction software.

Master of Ceremonies

Joe Henkels

Auctioneer

Frank Manning

Auction Bid Number located on back of your program

Dinner Provided by:

Station1

Assorted Cheese, Meats, grilled & chilled Veggies & Fruit

Station 2

Tossed Salad & dinner rolls

Station 3

Alfredo or Marinara Pasta w/

Chicken Parmesan

Station 4

Carving station Pork Tenderloin

Meatballs wrapped in baconSausage stuffed mushrooms

Auction Schedule

5:45 Doors Open

Guest check-in and register for bid #
Purchase Raffle Tickets

50/50 raffle or $5000 cash raffle

Visit the Wine Pulland Buy It Now Tables
Bar is now open; Try our signature drink

Raspberry Beer Cocktail

Also serving wine, beer, coffee & water

Silent Auction & Fix Bid tables are now open
Take a look at the Live and Class Gift Bid Items
Welcome and Announcements

Joe Henkels

Blessing by Father Remi
Dinner station are ready
Dessert Auction
Raffles
Silent auction closes (Joe Henkels will announce time)
Live auction Begins

Auctioneer Frank Manning

Check out will begin 30 minutes AFTER we finish the live auction. Thank you for patience and understanding.

While you wait, enjoy some live music and maybe kick up your heals for a dance or two! The bar will be open all night!

Live Music starts!!

Josh & Josie Sinclair

Josh is a working musician, a singer/songwriter & seasoned professional in performing, touring, & songwriting for over 13 years; having toured the country numerous times & co-written songs with some of the industry’s most prolific songwriters. He performs acoustically throughout the Midwest, occasionally alongside synth and backup vocalist, Josie Ann, who brings a unique style to their music.

Josh has toured coast-to-coast and has shared the stage with Leann Rimes, A Fine Frenzy, NEEDTOBREATHE, Carolina Liar, Great White, Bad Company, Blind Melon, The Bodeans, Cody Canada & The Departed, & countless other national acts. He’s signed 3 different record contracts since 2003 and has showcased for Universal, Capitol,Atlantic, & various others over the past 5 years. As a songwriter, Josh has placed multiple songs on MTV, NBC, and various other national network television shows.

Dear friends,May 15,2014

We encourage you to participate in the annual Assumption auction. This event provides vital funding for the parish, school, and religious education programs. Proceeds from the auction assist the parish in maintaining the facilities, providing liturgical and educational supplies, and paying our dedicated staff salaries. We hope you have an enjoyable evening of fellowship and fun at the auction. We ask God’s blessing on you and your family.

Father RemiOkere, Pastor

Pat Wright, Business Manager

Thank you so much for your generous support for our parish and school

General Auction Rules

1.The Assumption Church and the Auction Committee warrant neither the quality nor value of items auctioned. All items are sold in “as is” condition. Dollar values are estimates often provided by the donor and are not warranted by the Auction Committee for tax purposes or current value.

2. Please be aware of expiration dates on all gift cards & certificates.

3.Successful bidders shall pay the Auction Cashier in full for items won at the conclusion of the auction. Checks should be made payable to Assumption Church. Items may be removed only after the guest obtains a paid receipt from the cashier. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.

4.All items must be removed at the close of the Auction Saturday, June 7th, 2014 unless other arrangements are made.

Silent Auction Rules

1. The number on the back of your program is your bid number.

2. Bid sheets are placed by each item. Write your bid number and the amount of your bid on the bid sheet. Please write clearly!

3. All bids are in whole dollar amounts & increase by stated amount.

4. You may bid on as many items as you wish and as many times as you wish.

5. Once a bid is entered on the bid sheet, this constitutes a valid & binding bid.

6. Scratching off bids is not allowed. Your bid will be disqualified if you attempt to block the way of others who wish to bid. If a bid is disqualified, the preceding bid will be honored

7.BE CAREFUL! Your bid must meet or exceed the minimum bid increase stated on the bid sheet, or you may lose the winning bid.

8.If your bid wins, proceed to the cashier to claim your item 30minutes after the live auction closes.

Live Auction Rules

1.The number on the back of your program is your bid number.

2.Items are auctioned in the order listed unless otherwise noted.

3.Bid by showing your bid number to the auctioneer.

4.Values are set by the donors or the Committee’s estimate and are not warranted by any outside party.

5.Avoid disappointment by contacting the donors of your purchase as soon as possible to inform them that you have the winning bid and to make any necessary arrangements.

6.Decisions of the Auctioneer are final.

7.If your bid wins, proceed to the cashier to claim your item after the auction.

Check Out Procedures

1. The Cashier’s table will open 30 minutes after the close of the live auction and will remain open for two hours or until all money is collected. So relax and have a good time!

2. Please pay the cashiers only. Payment by check, cash, and all major credit cards welcome.

3.For tax purposes, typically your donation is limited to the excess money paid over the established value of the item, but please refer to current tax laws for the latest information.Our tax id number is 42-0707111

Raffles and Games

150/50 Raffle

Buy a raffle ticket for $20.00 and the value of the pot is split between you and the auction the moment we draw for the winning bid ticket, so buy your raffle ticket now!

2$5000 Cash Raffle

Buy a raffle ticket for $100.00 and we will draw out the lucky bidder towards the end of the night, THERE ARE ONLY 100 TICKETS SOLD!!

3Wine Pull

$25.00 Pull one cork and win!

$30.00 Pull one cork AND enter the raffle for a 5 liter bottle of wine

$10.00 Enter the raffle for a 5 liter bottle of wine only

No bottle less than $10 in value, some bottles worth up to $50

Dessert Auction Choices

Come take a look at the dessert of your choice to bid on during the auction for your table (just a reminder that there is not enough desserts for each table so get them while they are watering in your mouth!)

1Better than Sex Cake

Made by Genie Clemens

2Apple Pie & Ice cream

Made by Anne Posegate

3Tiramisu

Made by Deb Derry

4Strawberry White Chocolate Truffle

Made by Donna Henkels

5Lemon Bunt Cake

Made by Angie Hauser

6Champagne Cake

Made by Sally Kilkenny

7Rum Cake

Made by Rebecca Klocke

8Blueberry Pie

Made by Colleen Spellman

9Chocolate Cheesecake

Made by Janet Merry

10Cupcakes

Made by Scratch Cupcakes

11Strawberry Pie

Made by Kurt Buenting

12German Chocolate Cake w/Coconut pecan frosting

Made by Larry& KarenMandernach

13Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake

Made by Jackie Thompson

A special thank you Luke's Coffee Hub in Grimes! This locally owned business generously donated gourmet coffee for you to enjoy with your dessert! Make sure you frequently visit our local supporters!

Set Bid Items

2001Assumption Glassware (beer glasses)

If you have missed purchasing your glassware at last year's auction, here is the deal for you. You can buy six glasses for the price of five!

Donor: Assumption Auction

Value: $50.00

2002Assumption Glassware (wine glasses)

If you have missed purchasing your glassware at last year's auction, here is the deal for you. You can buy six glasses for the price of five!

Donor: Assumption Auction

Value: $50.00

2003Assumption Glassware (mix and match)

If you have missed purchasing your glassware at last year's auction, here is the deal for you. You can buy six glasses for the price of five! You can mix and match your glassware or get six wine glasses or six beer glasses, it's your choice!

Donor: Assumption Auction

Value: $50.00

2004Reserved Program Seat for both Winter & Spring Assumption Programs

Here is your chance to have the best seats in town to enjoy your children's winter and spring program. The first middle row of chairs is reserved for you for the 2014- 2015 school year so you don't have to show up hours before the programs starts to get a great seat that night!

Donor: Assumption School

Value: Priceless

2005Flower Pot Party

Want to have a fun night with your girlfriends planting your spring pots next spring, In April 2015 you can come over to the Manning's home for wine, cheese, and a flower pot party! You will come home with a beautiful large pot full of colorful flowers and a night to remember!

Donor: Robb and Tiffany Manning

Value: $100.00

2015Cooking with Gretchen Watznauer

Wouldn't it be nice to have a freezer full of meals to pull out at any time you need to prepare a meal and have a busy day that won't allow you to find time to cook? Come join a team of people like yourselves to help prepare 6 meals (that feed a family of 5/6), take the recipes home, and the knowledge to make them again whenever you need them!

Donor: Gretchen Watznauer

Value: $175 per person

2031Dinner with Bishop Pates & Father Remi

Enjoy a wonderful evening at the home of the Bishop with a tour of cathedral on a date that will work for everyone. This night is for 10 people to have the wonderful pleasure of dinning with Bishop Pates and Father Remi.

Donor: Bishop Pates and Auction committee

Value: $100 per person

2040Dinner with Tom and Julia Schenk

Enjoy a wonderful evening out to dinner with our Deacon, Tom Schenk and his wife and The Radish. The dinner will be a evening to remember with great good and conversation!

Donor: Tom and Julia Schenk and The Radish

Value: $75 per person

2055Reserved Parking Space in church parking lot

You can be assured you will have the perfect parking spot on Christmas eve mass for 2014 year, for the early mass. Your name will be displayed for everyone to see your special spot!

Value: $25

2056Reserved Parking Space in church parking lot

You can be assured you will have the perfect parking spot on Christmas eve mass for 2014 year, for the late mass. Your name will be displayed for everyone to see your special spot!

Value: $25

2057Reserved Parking Space in church parking lot

You can be assured you will have the perfect parking spot on Easter Vigil mass for 2015 year, for the vigil mass. Your name will be displayed for everyone to see your special spot!

Value: $25

2058Reserved Parking Space in church parking lot

You can be assured you will have the perfect parking spot on Easter mass for 2015 year, for the early mass. Your name will be displayed for everyone to see your special spot!

Value: $25

2059Reserved Parking Space in church parking lot

You can be assured you will have the perfect parking spot on Easter mass for 2014 year, for the late mass. Your name will be displayed for everyone to see your special spot!

Value: $25

Class Gifts

Each class thoughtfully designed and created a unique piece of Art.

A reﬂection of how the students embraced the opportunity to give back to their community and show their gratitude for all those who made the 2014 school year at Assumption a success.

3001Preschool "Handprint Table Runner"

Our youngest students delightfully placed colorful handprints upon the runner,each tiny handprint is delicately encircled in stitching. Bishop Pates, Fr. Remi and Principal Hartman's signatures rest in corners, accompanied by embellished apple leaves, a symbol of knowledge. Scripture Bishop Pates suggested weaves throughout the runner to create a stunning class gift.

3002Pre-kindergarten "ThumbprintDaisy Vase"

Students joyously selected paint and proudly pressed thumbprints onto the vase. Each hand painted daisy holds a precious thumbprint as its center. Scripture encapsulates the top, accompanied by an angel softly nestled amongst the students names. This charming class gift embodies the ideals and values that as our students grow and blossom we foster their love of God and desire to learn.

3003Kindergarten "Garden Stepping Stone"

As our students step to the future they prepare their hearts and minds to learn. With great care and attention to detail each student embossed a beautiful heart upon a hand painted tile. This spectacular class giftis embedded with gorgeous pieces of stained glass tucked between each students artwork. An amazing addition to any garden.

30041st Grade "Blue Bird Canvas"

Our ﬁrst grade class was introduced to the beginnings of lifewith the hatching of chicks in the classroom. The excitement and joy of life beginnings emulates in this remarkable class gift. Each studentpainted a bird and thoughtfully added an exquisite scenery to the background. A tribute to life's blessings.

30052nd Grade "Celebration of Faith Canvas"

This canvas celebrates our students journey to deepen their faith connection. Students freely hand painted Crosses on to canvas. Scripture and additional embellishments the students picked add an expression of individual creativity. Each Cross is gloriously displayed in a hand crafted wood frame. An inspirational class gift.

30063rd Grade "God's Reflections"

This mirror represents our students appreciation for God's creations. The piece is inspired by beauty in our natural world. Each studentthoughtfully painted an original ﬂower upon a handcrafted wooden frame.Students enthusiasm and creativity are in bloom on this gorgeous mirror. A magniﬁcent class gift.

30074th Grade "Heavenly Tray"

As our students take an active role in their school community;they embrace the ideals and values of serving the Lord. Thisserving tray holds a star each student individually embossed. A heavenly class gift.

30085th Grade "Wind Chimes"

Hear the music of the Heavens! Each copper chime is embossed with students individual artwork. The AssumptionSchool logo is proudly displayed in the center. Students artwork shine with the addition of a solar powered light which illuminatesthe chimes. A dazzling class gift.

30096th Grade "Directional Garden"

Our students are planting the seeds of knowledge and learning to choose the right path to God. The base of the planter holdsa variety of herbs, vegetables, and ﬂowers. The beauty of the piece isfound in the unique birdhouses each student has artfully designed. A gorgeous class gift.

30107th Grade "Game Box"

Our students have learned it is important to take time to talk, play and learn about our friends. The studentsin this class embrace the enjoyment of others. They individuallydesigned and painted tiles to reﬂect the school spirit and pride they hold. The top of the box is a chess and checker board and the bottom serves as storage for favorite games. An enjoyable class gift.

30118th Grade "Bench"

Our eight grade students hand painted tiles with symbols of their favorite memories at Assumption School. The artwork and names of students align the top of bench and scripture is embossed underneath. The bench is a symbol of a place where studentsare able to sit and remember past events and teachings. We wish our eighth grade students many blessing in all their future endeavors. An exquisite class gift.

3012Religious Education "Garden Planter"

The Religious education program is a corner stone of our community. This planterrepresents an expression of the church and community working together to nurture and foster a love of Christ in all our students. A trinity knot graces this piece, a symbol that unites the Father, Son and Holy Sprit. A stunning work of art.

Live Auction

4001Crucifix and Poetry book

Father Remi has brought us a wonderful poetry book and crucifix he thought you would like to have! It would make a great gift or something to have in your own home!