Silent Auction
Silent Auction Procedures
- The Silent Auction will open for bidding at 5:30 pm.
- A bid is made by placing your name, telephone number,and bid amount on the bid sheet located by the item.
- The organizers reserve the right to withdraw any item not bid at the minimum level.
- Every subsequent bid must be equal to or exceed the minimum increment amount stated on the bid sheet to bevalid. Bids that do not meet the minimum increment amount are voided.
- Items will randomly close starting at 7 pm.
- All items will close for bidding by 7:30 pm.
Checkout for Silent Auction Items
- The checkout station is located by the Silent Auction and will be open from 7-8 pm.
- You need not be present to win. Those not in attendance to claim their items will be contacted by phone. If you must leave before the checkout station opens, please see Chrystal Gullett to make payment and pickup arrangements.
- Goods or gift certificates will be issued on receipt of payment.
Terms and Conditions
- Payments may be made with cash, check, Discover, American Express, MasterCard, or Visa. Make checks payable to Greater Cleveland Safe Kids.
- Every effort has been made to provide accurate descriptions of items. Successful bidders must accept items as displayed or described.
- The highest bidder recorded on the bid sheet when an item is closed for bidding is the purchaser of the item. Winning bids establish a binding purchase agreement. All sales are final. There are no exchanges or refunds.
- Services must be used within the specified time frame and are subject to the donor’s terms, conditions, and restrictions.
- In the event of any dispute between bidders, the Auction Coordinator shall have sole and final discretion to determine the winning bid.
Donation letters are available upon request.
100 GREAT GETAWAYS
101:Southwest Airlines U.S. Getaway
Two round trip coach fair tickets to anywhere Southwest flies in the U.S.
Reservations required. Expires December 1, 2013.
Value: $800Opening bid: $300
Donated by Southwest Airlines
102:Before You Fly Away Overnight Stay, with Dinner at Bucci’s Brick Oven
One night stay at the Residence Inn by MarriottClevelandAirport, including complimentary breakfast buffet. Also includes $20 gift card to Bucci’s Brick Oven, 13373 Smith Rd., Middleburg Heights.
Reservations based on availability. Certificate expires November 30, 2013. Bucci’s gift card expires December 2013.
Value: $120Opening bid: $60
Donated by Residence Inn by MarriottClevelandAirport and Steve Dockman
103:Bed and Breakfast Package at Mohican Lodge and ConferenceCenter, with Bob Evans
One night lodging for two with complimentary breakfast at Mohican Lodge and ConferenceCenter, Perrysville, Ohio. Also includes a $25 gift card for Bob Evans.
Advance registration required at Mohican Lodge; based on availability. Valid Sunday through Thursday, excluding holidays. Expires April 30, 2013.
Value: $135Opening bid: $60
Donated by the Mohican Lodge and ConferenceCenter and Bob Evans
104:Stay and Play at the Mountaineer Grande Hotel
Three day, two night stay at the Mountaineer Grande Hotel at the Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort in Chester, West Virginia, together with a $100 gift card.
Reservations required. Package expires May 29, 2013, and is not valid on holidays or special events. $100 gift card cannot be used for gaming.
Value: $410Opening bid: $200
Donated by Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort
105:Caesars Windsor One Day Getaway
Ten gift certificates each good for round trip motor coach transportation to and from Caesars Windsor (Ontario, Canada), five hours of time at the casino, plus a $20 bonus from the casino.
Value: $190Opening bid: $95
Donated by Lakefront Lines, Inc.
106:Disney World Park Hopper Passes
Four one-day park hopper passes allowing users to experience the wonder of the MagicKingdomPark, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Passes expire October 5, 2014.
Value: $496Opening bid: $200
Donated by Walt Disney World Co.
107:Overnight in Amish Country
$100 gift certificate to Red Maple Inn Bed & Breakfast in Burton, Ohio, and a $15 gift certificate to Mary Yoder’s Restaurant, Middlefield.
Red Maple Inn gift certificate expiresNovember 29, 2014.
Value: $115Opening bid: $50
Donated by Red Maple Inn and Mary Yoder’s Restaurant
108:Caesars Windsor Getaway Package
Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the four-diamond hotel at Caesars Windsor (Ontario, Canada), featuring everything you need to help you relax and unwind. Whether you enjoy fine dining, entertainment, or gaming, Caesars Windsor has something for you. Enjoy Vegas-style entertainment with two tickets to see a concert of your choice in the spectacular Colosseum at Caesars Windsor. Upcoming performances include Steve Miller Band, Diana Krall, Supertramp’s Roger Hodgson and comedian Bill Engvall.
Value: $325Opening bid: $150
Donated by Caesars Windsor
109:Quail Hollow Resort
Deluxe one night stay at the Quail Hollow Resort, Painesville, with complimentary breakfast for two at CK’s Steakhouse. The resort is nestled among 700 acres of wooded countryside in Painesville with year round recreational activities, including 2 golf courses and indoor and outdoor swimming pools.
Reservations required; expires July 31, 2013.
Value: $185Opening bid: $90
Donated by Quail Hollow Resort
110:Sandusky Getaway
Complimentary one night stay in a Desert Room for a maximum of four guests at Kalahari Resort and Convention Center; waterpark admission included. Package also includes three family admissions (six adults, six children) to the Merry-Go-RoundMuseum and two passes to the GhostlyManorThrillCenter (with haunted house, 4D motion theater, skateworld, and black light mini golf).
Advance reservation required at Kalahari; based on availability. Taxes included.Kalahari offer expires May 29, 2013.
Value: $376Opening bid: $150
Donated by OlmstedFalls Police Association, Merry-Go-RoundMuseum, and Ghostly ManorThrillCenter
111:Geneva Lodge Bed and Breakfast Package, with Old Firehouse Winery, Adventure Zone, and Wild Water Works
Complimentary one night stay and breakfast for two at the Lodge and ConferenceCenter at Geneva on the Lake, $20 certificate for Old Firehouse Winery, all day waterslide pass at Wild Water Works, and voucher for one complete child or adult adventure at Adventure Zone.
Some blackout dates apply for Geneva Lodge package; certificate expires November 29, 2013. Adventure Zone certificate valid through 2013 season: May 4-September 29. Waterslide pass valid through September 2, 2013. Old Firehouse Winery certificate expires June 30, 2013.
Value: $200Opening bid: $100
Donated by Geneva Lodge and ConferenceCenter at GenevaState Park, Old Firehouse Winery, Adventure Zone, and Wild Water Works
112:Cruise on Land, Cruise on Water
Four hours of limousine service for up to 10 passengers, courtesy of Safe and Reliable Limousine in Avon, together with 6 round trip adult tickets on Miller Ferries to Put-in-Bay.
Limousine certificate expires November 29, 2013; Miller Ferries passes expire November 1, 2013.
Value: $578Opening bid: $250
Donated by Safe and Reliable Limousine, Miller Boat Line, and Ken Taylor
113:Lawnfield Inn and Hooley House Pub
Overnight stay at Lawnfield Inn and Suites in Mentor, where you can relax in the tone and feeling of a bygone era. Stay includes a complimentary breakfast. Package also includes $20 in gift certificates to Hooley House Sports Pub & Grille, Mentor, and a keychain punchcard to buy six lunches or dinners and get one free.
Lawnfield certificate valid through May 17, 2013.
Value: $160Opening bid: $75
Donated by Lawnfield Inn and Suites and Hooley House Sports Pub & Grille
114:Fuel Your Road Trip
$50 BP gift card to fuel your car and $50 in McDonald’s gift cards to fuel your family on your next road trip.
Value: $100Opening bid: $50
Donated by Erie Insurance and Northeast Ohio McDonald’s Advertising Association.
115:Marriott Cincinnati North
One night stay with breakfast for two in the RiverCity Grille at the Cincinnati North at Union Centre.
Certificate expires December 1, 2012.
Value: $145Opening bid: $70
Donated by Marriott Cincinnati North
200 SPORTS
201:Jason Kipnis Autographed Baseball
Baseball autographed by Jason Kipnis, second baseman for the Cleveland Indians.
Value: PricelessOpening bid: $35
Donated by the ClevelandIndians
202:Lake Erie Monsters and Antonio’s Pizza
Four club seat tickets to a 2012-13 Monsters regular season home game and $100 in gift cards to Antonio’s Pizza, with locations in Avon, Medina, Parma, Westlake, North Royalton, Strongsville, and Broadview Heights.
Value: $210Opening bid: $100
Donated by Lake Erie Monsters and Antonio’s Pizza
203:Spend a Day at Alpine Valley
Two 8-hour lift tickets and two complete ski rentals at Alpine Valley, Chesterland.
Offer expires March 1, 2013.
Value: $120Opening bid: $60
Donated by Alpine Valley
204:OSU Style
Package includes a Nike Dri-FIT XXL short sleeve pullover and OSU mini helmet autographed by former coach Jim Tressel.
Value: PricelessOpening bid: $50
Donated by Dave Julian/Fed Ex and the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission
205:Josh Cribbs Autographed Football
Football autographed by Josh Cribbs, wide receiver for the Cleveland Browns.
Value: PricelessOpening bid: $60
Donated by the ClevelandBrowns
206:18 Holes on Any Cleveland Metroparks Golf Course
Four passes each good for 18 holes of golf on any of the Cleveland Metroparks’ 8 courses. Golf cart not included.
Valid through June 30, 2013.
Value: $132Opening bid: $60
Donated by Cleveland Metroparks
207:Towable Two-Person Inner Tube and Tow Rope
Designed for one or two riders, you'll really slice up the water with this 60-inch diameter low-profile towable. Enjoy peak performance with the Airhead Slice's top-side neoprene panel, four nylon-wrapped handles for a comfortable feel, and neoprene knuckle guards to keep your grip protected. The Slice is also equipped with a convenient Kwik-Connect mechanism for easy hookups and a Boston valve for fast inflating and deflating. Package includes a 60' deluxe tube tow rope.
Value: $148Opening bid: $70
Donated by Power Sports of Cleveland
208:9 Holes on any Cleveland Metroparks Golf Course
Four passes each good for 9 holes of golf on any of the Cleveland Metroparks’ 8 courses. Golf cart not included.
Valid through June 30, 2013.
Value: $84Opening bid: $40
Donated by Cleveland Metroparks
209:Big Bang Theory Corn Hole Set
Big Bang Theory-themed corn hole set with eight bean bags.
Value: $200Opening bid: $100
Donated by the Gullett family
210:Concealed Carry Class and Overnight Stay
Two certificates for a concealed carry class taught by NRA-certified pistol instructor Matt Cush. The 12 hour course includes a beginner’s introduction to handgun safety, the safe storage of handguns and ammunition, and gun use. The class encompasses all requirements to apply for an Ohio Concealed Carry license. Package also includes a one night stay at the Zoar School Inn.
All required class materials, lunch and refreshments are provided. Attendees are required to bring a handgun, holster, safety glasses, ear protection, and 100 rounds of factory ammunition. Stay in Jason’s Quarters at Zoar School Inn valid through September 2013. Inn reservations required; not valid on holidays or festivals.
Value: $309Opening bid: $125
Donated by Matt Cush
211:“Take Me Out to the Ballpark” with theCleveland Indians
Two tickets to a home game for the 2013 Cleveland Indians season. Game to be chosen by the winner for any available home game (excluding opening day). Seats are in section 179, row R, seats 1 & 2, located in left field along the third base line near the foul pole. Tickets include two passes to the Terrace Club and a parking pass.
Value: $100Opening bid: $50
Donated by Joe Zigman
212:Golf at Quail Hollow Country Club
18 hole round of golf for four at Quail Hollow Country Club, Concord.
Offer expires October 30, 2013. Tee times are required and subject to availability. Golfers must adhere to the Quail Hollow dress code. Carts not included.
Value: $250Opening bid: $125
Donated by Quail Hollow Country Club
213:Cleveland Indians Fan Experience
Four lower box tickets to a 2013 Indians regular season home game plus a Batting Practice XTRA, presented by BP. Your party of four can view Indians batting practice from the warning track behind home plate prior to select games.
Call after March 1, 2013, to redeem your prize. Tickets are for Monday-Thursday games, excluding opening day, Reds series and Yankees series.
Value: $550Opening bid: $125
Donated by the Cleveland Indians
214:April in Chicago with the Cubs and Brewers
Two Terrace Reserved tickets to watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Milwaukee Brewers at Chicago’s Wrigley Field on April 9, 2013, at 7:05 pm. Take in the town before or after the game with the help of a $100 Visa gift card.
Value: $130Opening bid: $80
Donated by the Chicago Cubs and Mark Kwiatkowski
215:Walter Hagen Left Handed Driver
Left handed Walter Hagen AWS Comp driver with Stiff Flex Graphite Shaft by Fujikura. Includes head cover.
Value: $300Opening bid: $125
Donated by Scott and Susan Sullivan
216:Cleveland Browns Holiday Package
Large custom Cleveland Browns holiday wreath includes four tickets for the Sunday, December 16 game versus the Washington Redskins. Seats are in section 149, row 35, seats 25-28, opposite the Dawg Pound in the corner of the end zone. Seats are under cover, providing some protection from the elements!
Value: $230Opening bid: $125
Donated by Regis Sobinsky, Promotional Solutions
217:Cavs versus the Utah Jazz
Two tickets to the March 9, 2013, Cavs game against the Utah Jazz. Tickets are in section 112, row 16, seats 3 and 4.
Value: $130Opening bid: $65
Donated by Pat and Joanne DeLuca
218:TJ Ward Autographed Football
Football autographed by TJ Ward, safety for the Cleveland Browns. Ward, who wears jersey number 43, was drafted in the 2010-2011 season.
Value: PricelessOpening bid: $60
Donated by the Cleveland Browns
300 AROUND CLEVELAND
301:Cleveland Skyline, 2011
This stunning photo of the Cleveland skyline was taken in late summer from LakefrontState Park. The 11" x 14" print is matted and framed by the photographer, Steven Shroka, a local photography enthusiast who lives in North Olmsted. Visit his website at
Value: $150Opening bid: $75
Donated by Steven Shroka
302:Lunch Cruise for Two on the Nautica Queen
Lakefront and river lunch cruise for two on the Nautica Queen.
Reservations required, based on seating and cruise availability. Not valid for holiday or special event cruises; valid through August 1, 2013.
Value: $48Opening bid: $25
Donated by the Nautica Queen
303:Cleveland Rocks
Two general admission tickets to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, two VIP admission passes to the Improv Comedy Club and Restaurant, and two admissions to Hilarities 4th Street Theatre.
Improv passes valid Wednesday through Sunday; special events and some weekend shows excluded; valid through May 30, 2013. Hilarities passes valid Wednesday-Sunday through November 30, 2013; reservations required.
Value: $132Opening bid: $50
Donated by Improv Comedy Club, Pickwick & Frolic Restaurant and Club, Home to Hilarities 4th Street Theatre, and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
304:Night on the Town with the DoubleTree, Western Reserve Historical Society, and Mi Pueblo
One night stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Tudor Arms Hotel in University Circle, two passes to the Western Reserve Historical Society, and $25 gift certificate to Mi Pueblo restaurant.
Hotel reservations are required; expires May 23, 2013. Western Reserve passes expire December 20, 2013.
Value: $175Opening bid: $85
Donated by DoubleTree by Hilton Tudor Arms Hotel, the Western Reserve Historical Society, and Mi Pueblo
305:Hale Farm & Village and Creekside Restaurant
Four admission tickets to Hale Farm & Village in Bath, an outdoor living history museum that depicts daily life for residents of Northern Ohio during the mid-19th century. Tour 21 historical buildings, interact with costumed interpreters, and view farm animals, gardens and more. Wrap up your day with a $20 gift certificate to Creekside Restaurant in Brecksville.
Western Reserve passes expire September 29, 2013 and are also good for the Western Reserve Historical Society; Creekside certificate expires October 2013.
Value: $60Opening bid: $30
Donated by Western Reserve Historical Society and Creekside Restaurant & Bar
306:HeritagePark Skyline
This beautiful photo of the Cleveland skyline was taken in late summer from HeritagePark in the Flats. The 11" x 14" print is matted and framed by the photographer, Steven Shroka, a local photography enthusiast who lives in North Olmsted. Visit his website at
Value: $150Opening bid: $75
Donated by Steven Shroka
307:Priscilla Queen of the Desert at the Palace Theatre
Six loge seats to the 7:30 pm performance of Priscilla Queen of the Desert at the Palace Theatre onFriday, January 25, 2013. Package also includes three parking passes for the Playhouse Square Garage and a $5 off food and beverage voucher. This OUTRAGEOUSLY fun show tells the uplifting story of a trio of friends, on a road trip of a lifetime, who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship in the middle of the Australian outback and end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed. An international hit with over 500 dazzling, 2011 Tony® Award-winning costumes, Priscilla Queen of the Desert features a hit parade of dance-floor favorites including "It's Raining Men" and "I Will Survive."
Value: $480Opening bid: $150
Donated by WJW Fox 8
308:Cleveland Marriott East and Panera
One complimentary overnight stay for two guests in a Deluxe Guest Room with breakfast for two in the hotel’s RiverCity Grille, together with a three certificates for Pick Two meals from Panera Bread.
Value: $185Opening bid: $90
Donated by the Cleveland Marriott East and Panera
309:Glidden House and Western Reserve Historical Society
Overnight accommodations for one night in a traditional guest room at the Glidden House Inn at University Circle, complete with an extravagant light breakfast. Package also includes two passes to the Western Reserve Historical Society.
Glidden House package and Western Reserve passes expire November 29, 2013.