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#1  Kayak Tour for Two

Always wanted to experience the beautiful waterways of midcoast Maine?  Why not take an “Explorer Kayak Tour” with your own personal guide!  Midcoast Kayak owner, Glenn Mitchell, will give you and a guest a fun and safe adventure on these amazing waters.  No experience necessary.

Approximate Value:  $110                                   Gifted By:  Glenn Mitchell, 586-5070

#2  Have a summer dinner party professionally catered!    

What better way to enjoy summer in Maine than taking it easy and letting someone else deliver a wonderful lobster roll dinner! This item is for a delivered meal including eight lobster rolls, potato salad, cole slaw, chips and a dessert.

Approximate Value:  $150                                   Gifted by:  Paul and Lurie Palino, 563.8539

#3  See the midcoast in all its glory. . .from the air!    

Take two of your friends and have a scenic flight for three over midcoast Maine leaving from Wiscasset.  What a wonderful way to spend a gorgeous summer afternoon!

Approximate Value:  $priceless                           Gifted by:  John and KoKo Harris, 644.1782

#4  La Dolce Vita:  This item is for a donation of one bottle of Pinot Grigio wine, one bottle of Syrah and one beautiful wine decanter.

Approximate Value:  $75                                    Gifted By:  Beth Cohen, 592.3332

#5  A personal performance by celebrated folk singer!    

This item is for two hours of performing time by renowned midcoast singer and musician Jan Bacon. Invite your friends over to share a truly memorable performance in your own home.  Jan will be performing at the auction!

Approximate Value:  $250                                   Gifted by:  Jan Bacon, 529.5349

#6  A Class Album from Ms. Lavigne’s primary class at DMS:  Truly a treasure for one of Ms. Lavigne’s families to have.  This personalized Class Album is made from shutterfly photos. Each child in the class will have their own page featuring their photo. A true keepsake!

 Approximate Value:  $Priceless                         Gifted By:  Christy Lavigne, 563.1175

#7 Summer Lobster Bake Anyone?:  Planning on having a family reunion or large party this summer?  Why not have Maine’s unofficial mascot on the menu:  LOBSTER!  This item is for 20 lobsters during the month of August (please give 2 days of notice for the order).

Approximate Value:  $seasonal value                  Gifted by:   Jessica and Kenny Bickford, 529.2033

#8  Don’t be Blue—Get Blueberries!:  How about a delicious blueberry smoothie?  Or just love blueberry pancakes and muffins?  Red House Farm has donated 10 pounds of frozen organic blueberries.  Please call first to make arrangements.

Approximate Value:  $30                                    Gifted By:  The Hinkley Family, 832.6568

#9  Crate of Farm Fresh Goodies:  Red House Farm has donated a basket of wonderful seasonal farm products.  May include (weather permitting) tomatoes, potatoes, onions, garlic, carrots, farm-fresh salsa and flowers.  Contact the farm in August to arrange pick up.

Approximate Value:  $40                                    Gifted By:  The Hinkley Family, 832.6568

#10  EGGonomics 101:  This item is for One Year’s supply (52 dozen!) of Egghead Eggs for pick up at the Damariscotta Montessori School or the Green Gourmet. The eggs are from local, pasture ranged Golden Comet hens that are fed organic grain and gourmet cheese and veggies from the Green Gourmet market. Please call the Villeneuves to coordinate pick-up.

Approximate Value:  $244                                   Gifted by:   The Villeneuves, 822.4614

#11  Voice or piano lessons from a certified music teacher: This item is for two free lessons (voice or piano) from Molly Winchenbach, a certified local music teacher.

Approximate Value:  $50                                                Gifted by:  Molly Winchenbach, 563.1764

#12 Learn to strum along with your favorite music

Ever wanted to learn to play the guitar, but never had the opportunity?  Or want to brush up on some skills?  This item is for 2 hours of in-home acoustic or bass guitar lessons with a professional musician and composer. 

Approximate Value:  $60                        Gifted by:  Corey Redonnett, 563.6039 or cell 617.905.5772

#13  Primary Sunshine Quilt

Ms. Wilson’s Class has painstakenly created a beautiful quilt filled with sunny faces.  Perfect to brighten up any room.  Each square was hand-sewn in the classroom by one of the primary students. 

Approximate Value:  PRICELSS             Gifted by:  Ms. Wilson, Ms. Dot, and their primary classroom.

#14 A beautiful vase to display in your home

This item is for a hand-blown vase by glass artist M. Hochella.

Approximate Value:  $250                                   Gifted by:   Tom and Alana Wriggins, 563.5571

#15  A padded touch:

This item is for a room of synthetic carpet padding (to a maximum size of 720 square feet).  This “green pad” is made of 100% recycled fiber.  Perfect for the green conscious home owner.

Approximate Value:  $240           Gifted by:  Kim and Seth Sweetser, 832.5095

#16  Nurture your garden and plantings with Alpaca manure!

This item is for one cubic yard of prime Alpaca manure. Alpaca manure is relatively dry and in the shape and size of coffee beans. These ‘beans’ provide a wonderful, mild fertilizer for flowers and trees and after composting can be used on the vegetable garden. Make your garden happy! (Warning: Not to be substituted for actual coffee beans for your morning’s brew.) To be picked up in Alna, we will load it onto your truck or trailer.

Approximate Value:  $priceless               Gifted by:  The Villeneuve’s, 882.4614

#17 Pick your own Christmas Tree!

Wonderful evergreens up to 30 feet tall, would be ideal for a business, the outdoors or a house with tall ceilings! Winning bidder collects the tree, but a chain saw will be provided. Smaller trees are also available.

Approximate Value:  $50                        Gifted by:  Willie and Susie Wharam, 563.7016

#18 Go green!

This item is for a “green building consultation” at your home.  Topics could include renewable energy, energy efficiency, environmentally friendly materials, and indoor health issues.

Approximate Value:  $200                                   Gifted by:  Rob Nelson,  350.6170

#19 Self defense and a lot of fun:

Have you ever wanted to give karate a try for you or your child?  This item is for one month of Karate classes (two lessons per week). Defensive Solutions in Newcastle caters to all ages – preschool, elementary and adults. A wonderful opportunity for your child, or you can get in shape and have a ball!

Approximate Value:  $60                        Gifted by:  Hal Pierce, 563.3037

#20  Kayak Tour for Two (2)

Always wanted to experience the beautiful waterways of midcoast Maine?  Why not take an “Explorer Kayak Tour” with your own personal guide!  Midcoast Kayak owner, Glenn Mitchell, will give you and a guest a fun and safe adventure on these amazing waters.  No experience necessary.

Approximate Value:  $110                                   Gifted By:  Glenn Mitchell, 586-5070

#21  Experience the life of a Maine Lobsterman:  

Learn how to lobster!  Lobster boat excursion for one child and one adult on the Lucy B out of Pond this summer.  Take a 2 hour boat trip, plus keep your catch up to 6 lobsters!

Approximate Value:  $200                       Gifted by:  Sam/Barbara Belknap 563-5860 529-5580 (summer)

#22  Two babysitting sessions:  

This is for two babysitting sessions by a very experienced 13 year old Montessori student.

Approximate Value:  $priceless                                       Gifted by:  Autumn Beaudoin, 586.5199

#23 Another scenic tour of midcoast Maine by air!

This item is for a one hour scenic private airplane flight. Beat the tourist traffic and see your favorite sights, or even your own house! Two adult passengers can enjoy this flight with an experienced, Maine native pilot as your guide. Flights depart from Wiscasset Airport.

Approximate Value:  $200                                   Gifted by:  Jim Gallagher, 563.5188

#24 Get away to New England’s first indoor water park for lots of family fun!: 

CoCo Key Water Resort at the Sheraton Ferncroft is located north of Boston and is New England’s first indoor water experience. Enjoy 65,000 square feet of water adventures under one roof – slides, body flumes, even a dip in Movie Theater! This item is for one night’s accommodation at the Sheraton Ferncroft and four passes to the CoCo Key Water Resort.

Approximate Value:  $349.00                  Gifted by:   David Karas and Melissa Palmer, 837.1549

#25 Loon watching on Damariscotta lake!

Forget whale watching, come and see the Loons on Damariscotta Lake! This item is for a half-day trip exploring the lake in a motor boat. Fishing is strongly encouraged, but not compulsory – tackle supplied! A picnic lunch will be provided and your guide is “Willie the Ghillie” all the way from the lochs of Scotland! Willie may be a bit of a novice when it comes to loons, but he knows his way around a fishing rod. Trip is for up to 3 people.

Approximate Value:  $50                                                Gifted by:  Willie and Susie Wharam, 563.7016

#26 Mountain Escape

One week stay for a maximum of six people at a lovely cabin in the Western Maine mountains this summer.  Nearby are hiking and biking trails, swimming at Flagstaff Lake, fishing in the lake or Carabbassett River.  Or just relax in the cool mountain air!  Golf available at Sugarloaf's award winning course just down the road and restaurants and shopping are nearby.  Security deposit of $250 required, and arrange your dates at least 3 weeks in advance.  Sorry, no pets. 

Approximate Value:  $1250                                 Gifted by:  Anne and Miles Geisler, 633.7076

#27 Explore your dramatic side. . .with a handcrafted Puppet Theater! 

Ms. B’s lower elementary class is offering a wooden puppet theater, complete with curtain and 15 handcrafted sock puppets for hours and hours of creative play!

Approximate Value:  PRICELESS                       Gifted by:   Mrs. B’s Elementary Class

#28 More LOBSTAH for your taste buds!: 

20 lobsters to savor and enjoy during the month of August.  Please give 2 days notice.

Approximate Value:  $80                        Gifted by:   Donald and Sue Bickford, 677.2994

#29 Pizzas made by non-other than the famous Rosario and delivered to your door!: This item is for two homemade Rosario pizzas (2 large pies) with your choice of two toppings. Delivery is to midcoast area. 

Approximate Value:  $35                                                Gifted by:  Rosarios’s, 563.1514

#30  Beautiful handcrafted matching pair of adult and child’s wooden coat hanger stands:

Approximate Value:  $                                                    Gifted by:  Douglas Rushton

#31 Your own personal handyman for the day!: 

Haskell Padgett is a local carpenter/contractor who will donate one day of his time. This would include all labor and he would bring his own tools (any materials would need to be purchased by winning bidder).

Approximate Value:  $    200                   Gifted by:   Haskell Padgett, 380.5173

#32 Got Math?:

Have a child in high school that could use a little extra help in math?  Or know of a neighbor’s child?  This item is for 1 hour of math tutoring for a student in grades 9 -12 from a High School Math Teacher (Lincoln Academy).

Approximate Value:  $40                                                Gifted by:  Rebecca Decker, 832.5164

#33 Progressive Parenting Coaching

This auction item is for a free coaching session by Connie Hammer, a PCI Certified Parent Coach.  Her business is called, The Progressive Parent, “Helping parents optimize their children’s greatest potential.” 

Approximate Value:  $100                                   Gifted by:  Connie Hammer, LMSW, 207.615.5457

#34  Protecting Loved Ones

This item is for the creation of reciprocal wills (spouses) by a local attorney. For those of us who keep meaning to contact a lawyer and begin this process, this is your opportunity and is an excellent value.

Approximate Value:  $250                                   Gifted by:  Philip Cohen,  592.5404

#35  Faces of Learning Quilt

Ms. Lavigne’s primary class has handcrafted a quilt of self-portraits of all the students in the class.  This is truly a work of art, sure to make any room in your home extra-special.   

Approximate Value:  $PRICELESS         Gifted by:  Ms. Lavigne, Ms. Amy, and their primary class

#36 Go beyond spring cleaning this year with a decorator’s touch

After watching hours of HGTV, don’t you wish you could have an interior designer come to your house to give you some ideas and advice?  Well, this item is for a 2 hour consultation (residential or commercial) on colors, furniture, renovations, etc.  Plus an additional 2 hours of computer drawings for you to reference. 

Approximate Value:  $240                                   Gifted by:  Jennifer Wais, 563.6039

#37 Enjoy the Maine outdoors from this handcrafted Adirondak chair

Perfect for the deck, outdoor patio or your yard.  This unfinished chair can be polished off by you with any color paint or stain to match your home or other furnishings.

Approximate Value:  $100                                   Gifted by:  Hewson Family, 563.3453

#38  Get into Shape with a 3 month membership to Shapers Fitness Gym

This is a perfect gift for your Mom, a friend, or yourself.  What better gift than that of health and fitness?!

Approximate Value:  $100                                   Gifted by:  Hewson Family, 563.3453

#39  Are you already fit?  Indulge yourself and your guests!

With six months of wonderful desserts!  You pick the months and Kasey will prepare the desserts!

Approximate Value:  $75                                   Gifted by:  Kasey and Jay McNamaram  319.8292

#40  Ladies who lunch. . .and have tea!

Why not get together with 8 of your favorite girlfriends and have an ol’ fashioned Victorian High Tea?!  You provide your own hats, we will provide the menu including:  scones with clotted cream, cucumber tea sandwiches, chilled strawberry soup, jam filled thumbprint cookies, and of course, tea and punch.

Approximate Value:  $75                                   Gifted by:  Barbara Belknap, 563.8121 (work)

Silent Auction Items:

$100 Rising Tide Community Market Gift Certificate

Approximate Value:  $100           Gifted By:  Bryan Frosbese and Jennifer St. Cyr Frobese, 563.1079

Go green and clean!

This item is for a wonderful basket of environmentally friendly, non-toxic cleaning products in its own carrier to include window cleaning spray, all purpose cleaner, dish soap, laundry detergent and bathtub cleaner.

Approximate Value:  $75                        Gifted by:   Chad and Katy Sparda-Cloutier, 785.2245

Vehicle maintenance for a great price!:

Is it time to change your oil or rotate your tires? This item is for one oil change and tire rotation at Yankee Pride, Inc. in Nobleboro. Offer is valid for car or pickup truck.

Approximate Value:  $30                        Gifted by:  Larry Sidelinger, 632.4878

The perfect Mother’s Day gift!:  

A great gift for the mother’s in our lives, this item is for a gift certificate to Just Friends Hair Design in Rockland. Schedule a cut, color, pedicure or manicure – use the certificate however you’d like!

Approximate Value:  $75            Gifted by:  Yvonne McLean, Just Friends Hair Design, 596.7600

Another wonderful gift for Mother’s Day!:  

This item is for a $40 gift certificate to Anderson Farms in Edgecomb  and includes spring bulb, a host of gardening tools and a large planter.

Approximate Value:  $100           Gifted by:  Shannon Parker, 563.1394

And La Dolce Vita again!: Spend time in Bella Italia right here in mid-coast Maine! This item is for a $50 gift card to Amato’s Italian Sandwich shop in Rockland and a basket of Italian goods including olive oil, marinara sauce, pasta and anchovies.

Approximate Value:  $75                        Gifted by:   Chad and Katy Sparda-Cloutier, 785.2245

A Complement to Any Kitchen:  This item is for a beautiful locally hand-crafted Jatobá cutting board with Maple and Cherry inlays, and finished with vegetable oil. Phil Morrison lives in Alna where he creates fine custom furniture from his workshop. 

Approximate Value:  $50                                    Gifted by:   Phil Morrison, 586.6924

Tax/Accounting Advice:  An hour review by an experienced professional of your tax return to be sure you received all the deductions and credits you should have, or one hour tax preparation time if you’re on extension.

Approximate Value:  $100                                  Gifted by:  Anne Geisler, 380.6008

Got Math (2)?:

Have a child in high school that could use a little extra help in math?  Or know of a neighbor’s child?  This item is for 1 hour of math tutoring for a student in grades 9 -12 from a High School Math Teacher (Lincoln Academy).

Approximate Value:  $40                                                Gifted by:  Rebecca Decker, 832.5164

…Lobsters!: 

This item is for 12 Lobsters this summer.

Approximate Value:  $60.00                    Gifted by:   Ethan and Michele Fink, 529.2031

…and more LOBSTERS!: 

Here’s your last chance for lobster! This item is for 10 pounds of lobster for your culinary enjoyment this summer.

Approximate Value:  $seasonal value                  Gifted by:   Jason Lord, 677.2016

For the artists in the family, young and old!: 

This item is for a Color Creativity Art Kit and includes 24 colored pencils, 24 oil pastels, 24 watercolors, drawing pencils, a mixing pallet, paint brushes, a sanding block, pencil sharpener and kneaded eraser. This all comes in a lovely carrying case!

Approximate Value:  $40                        Gifted by:   Salt Bay Art Supply

$100 worth of Casey Beaudoin’s favorite children’s books! (Casey is a certified Montessori teacher).

Approximate Value:  $100                                               Gifted by:  Casey Beaudoin, 586.5199

Booklet of poems by Damariscotta Montessori School Students:

Approximate Value:  $priceless                                       Gifted by:  563.5948

Eight Scholastic videos and CDs with kids’ songs:

Approximate Value:  $50                                                Gifted by:  563.1394

Quilted stuffed cat:

Approximate Value:  $25                                                Gifted by:  542.6015

Three $25 gift certificates for hair products at Just Friends Hair Design in Rockland: Pamper yourself with fine salon products that do not conduct or endorse animal testing. The perfect Mother’s Day gift item!

Approximate Value:  $75            Gifted by:  Yvonne McLean, Just Friends Hair Design, 596.7600

A basket full of homemade candles and soaps from “Smellly Good Stuff”:

Approximate Value:  $                                                    Gifted by:  Alana Wriggins 563.5529

Pamper you pets!: This item is for two jars of Harry Barker Gourmet Doggie Treats and one can of Kitty Mouse Gourmet Cat Treats complements of The Animal House in Newcastle.

Approximate Value:  $40                                                Gifted by:  Aubrey and Dan Martin, 563.5595

Various hand knit, quilted and sewn objects:

Approximate Value:  $                                        Gifted by:  Nancy Jean

Calling all scrapbookers!: This item is for a complete scrapbook kit including album, pre-decorated pages, stickers and die-cut shapes.

Approximate Value:  $49                                    Gifted by:  Susan and David Beauregard, 563.2185

$25 Gift Certificate to the Olive Garden:

Approximate Value:  $25                                    Gifted By:  Susan and David Beauregard, 563.2185

Can’t get enough of Cinnamon Buns?:  The wonderful Cupboard Café in New Harbor/Pemaquid area is offering TWO $50 gift certificates.  Use them for a summer’s supply of cinnamon buns or enjoy a few lovely meals at this local favorite! 

TWO $50 Gift Certificates to The Cupboard Café

 Approximate Value:  $50 each                           Gifted By:  Mary Dee Grant, 441.8045

$20 Gift Certificate to the Green Gourmet Market and Deli:

Approximate Value:  $20                                    Gifted By:  Green Gourmet Market and Deli, 882.8444

Melissa and Doug new wooden alphabet puzzle:

Approximate Value:  $20                                    Gifted By:  Jess and Janasa Hendon, 882.8444

New See and Spell wooden toy game by Melissa and Doug:

Approximate Value:  $20                                    Gifted By:  Green Gourmet Market and Deli, 882.8444

The book “Pasture Perfect” by Jo Robinson:

Approximate Value:  $15                                    Gifted By:  Green Gourmet Market and Deli, 882.8444

Size 2-3 New Robeez leather slippers, white with an iridescent bow:

Approximate Value:  $30                                    Gifted By:  Kim and Seth Sweetser, 445.5862

$25 Gift Certificate to the Damariscotta Hardware store:

Approximate Value:  $25                                    Gifted By:  Damariscotta Hardware

Beautiful hand crafted hobo-style bag:  This hand crafted ‘everything’ type bag can be used as a diaper bag, beach bag, laptop bag or whatever your carrying needs may dictate! Eliza Morrison lives in Alna where she creatively designs and makes the liziedoos line of children’s clothes and accessories.  

Approximate Value:  $45                                    Gifted By:  Eliza Morrison, 380.6604

Original artography pieces by Earl Inman:  Six original artography pieces by Earl Inman of Round Pond. Various sizes, some framed.

Approximate Value:  $35-$90 each                      Gifted By:  Kim Inman, 563.2643

Hand made pottery bowl made by local potter:

Approximate Value:  $85                                    Gifted By:  Liz Proffetty, 586.5117

Pottery lessons for kids: Four classes on July 8,10,15 and 17 for one student.

Approximate Value:  $                                        Gifted By:  Liz Proffetty, 586.5117

Pamper Yourself:  

Busy Mom or Dad?  Take time out for yourself with a one and half hour Therapeutic Massage from Newcastle Therapeutic Massage, given by Erin Mitchell.

Approximate Value:  $80                                    Gifted by:  Erin Mitchell, 586-5077

A weekend of Petsitting or Housesitting:  

Julie Wilson, a primary teacher at DMS, is offering up a weekend of housesitting/petsitting.

Approximate Value:  $                                        Gifted by:  Julie Wilson,

Treat your Hair to some pampering

Set of 2 Matrix Hair Products and Comb.

Approximate Value:  $25                                                Gifted by:  Sharon’s Hair and Tanning

Set of 7 Disney Lift-a-Flap books

Go on an adventure with your favorite Disney characters.  Perfect for reading to the little ones at home.  Something to satisfy everyone’s taste:  Beauty and the Beast, Little Mermaid, Snow White, Cinderella, Jungle Book, Aladdin, and Peter Pan. 

Approximate Value:  $75                                                Gifted by:  The Tolley Family

Set of 5 Wooden Shelves with flowers.

Great for brightening up any little girls room.  Set of five white wooden shelves, easy to hang, in three sizes.. 

Approximate Value:  $30                                                Gifted by:  The Tolley Family

Handmade Afghan.

Handcrafted afghan perfect for warming up a room or a family member.

Approximate Value:  $50                                                Gifted by:  Shirley and Craig Peverly 363-4091

Placemats from Well Tempered Kitchen.

Four beautiful, reversible,  100% cotton light blue placemats with floral paper napkins.

Approximate Value:  $45                                                Gifted by:  Well Tempered Kitchen, 563.5762