SHARE is hosting a benefit concert honoring Dr. Martha MacGuffie on Sep 10, 2011. Funds raised by the event will benefit children supported by SHARE's Orphan Sponsorship program. During the event, a silent auction will be held. We are happy to announce that we are launching the silent auction online ahead of the event.
Online bidding ends: 7pm ET on Thursday, September 8th, 2011
In-person bidding will continue at the live auction on September 10th, 2011.
Questions? Email auction@shareafrica.org
Most recently updated bids appear in red below.
| Auction Item scroll down to see details of each item |
Current High Bid |
|---|---|
| Signed copy of Dr. MacGuffie's biography, "A Wondrous Journey - A Small Book with Big Lessons" | $100 Marty S. |
| Xavier's, Piermont: $200 gift certificate | $150 |
| Simon & Garfunkel autographed acoustic guitar | $1400 |
| Portraits of your family members, taken in your home, & bound in a coffee table size book by Lynn Cluess Manzione ($600 value) | $350 |
Hudson Valley Art Treasures: admissions for four ($140 value)
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$110 |
| Conversation - Fire Island: landscape oil painting by Diana Cabouli | $350 |
| Sidewalk Bistro, Piermont: dinner for two ($125 value) | $100 Coralie R. |
| Path on Piermont Pier: charcoal drawing by Diana Cabouli | $350 |
| Garrison Golf Club: golf for two ($180 value) | $120 |
| Lake Victoria: photograph on canvas by Rajesh Dhawan | $250 Greta N. |
| Alain's French Bistro, Nyack: $100 gift certificate | $100 Terry H. |
| DeCarlo Chiropractic, New City: 5 visits ($200 value) | $140 |
| Tennis lesson by Don Kulek: 2 hours ($130 value) | $100 |
| Be photographed at world renown Bradford Portrait Studio in New York. Also includes a $5000 gift certificate for a 20" museum quality portrait. | $500 |
| Be photographed at world renown Bradford Portrait Studio in New York. Also includes a $3000 gift certificate for a 14" museum quality portrait. | $300 |
| Kenya Bush Safari - with 7-Night Stay at Fairmont Mara Safari Club and Choice of Adventure Excursions for 2 ($8500 value) | $6100 |
Auction Item Details
Signed copy of Dr. MacGuffie's biography, "A Wondrous Journey - A Small Book with Big Lessons"
On the web: awondrousjourney.com
Authors: Dr. Martha MacGuffie, Lynn Cluess Manzione
Malachy McCourt, actor and author, wrote of this book: ...In a world of strife and suffering, here is a story that must be read and emulated...
Xavier's, Piermont: $200 gift certificate
On the web: www.xaviars.comPeter Kelly's restaurants set the standard for excellence in the suburbs above Manhattan (and he defeated Bobby Flay on Iron Chef America!) Enjoy 5 courses of the season's bounty paired with 5 wines of the world's leading vintners. This certificate may be used at any of Mr. Kelly's restaurants.
Simon & Garfunkel autographed acoustic guitar
On the web: www.simonandgarfunkel.comOwn this Yamaha acoustic guitar signed by the multiple Grammy winning duo from Forrest Hills, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, and one of the greatest music groups of all time.
Portraits of your family members, taken in your home, & bound in a coffee table size book ($600 value)
By Lynn Cluess Manzione, renowned artist, author, photographer
On the web: www.clickimages.org
Lynn will photograph your family in your home, work with you on selection of your favorite photos,
and bind them in a book.
Hudson Valley Art Treasures: admissions for four ($140 value)
On the web:
Storm King: www.stormking.org
Dia:Beacon: diaart.org
Boscobel House and Gardens: www.boscobel.org
Storm King is one of the world's great sculpture parks. Its 500 breathtaking acres include some of the world's most acclaimed artists: Alexander Calder, Henry Moore, Louise Nevelson, David Smith, Maya Lin and many others.
Dia:Beacon presents one of the world's most distinguished collection of contemporary art, with works by Richard Serra, Andy Wahol, Robert Ryman and Blinky Palermo.
Boscobel House and Gardens, completed in 1808, is a glorious example of Federal domestic architecture. The 60 acres of grounds surrounding the mansion also include beautiful gardens, trails, and picnic areas.
Conversation - Fire Island: landscape oil painting
By Diana Cabouli
21" x 10" framed
Ms. Cabouli's paintings have been characterized as "...panoramic and private, describing expansive, light-filled scenes with intimate brushstrokes of color." The artist's work has appeared in numerous solo exhibitions at the Bowery Gallery in the City, at The Edward Hopper House in Nyack, and the Washington Art Association.
Sidewalk Bistro, Piermont: dinner for two ($125 value)
On the web: www.sidewalkbistro.comDaout Celestin, formerly of Xaviar's, has brought casual fine French dining to Piermont (including outdoor seating in the charming downtown location.)
Path on Piermont Pier: charcoal drawing
By Diana Cabouli
31" x 21" framed
Ms. Cabouli's paintings have been characterized as "...panoramic and private, describing expansive, light-filled scenes with intimate brushstrokes of color." The artist's work has appeared in numerous solo exhibitions at the Bowery Gallery in the City, at The Edward Hopper House in Nyack, and the Washington Art Association.
Garrison Golf Club: golf for two ($180 value)
On the web: www.thegarrison.comLocated in the Hudson Highlands with sweeping views of West Point and the Hudson River, the Garrison offers stunning views, varied topography, tough tee shots over deep ravines and challenging greens. The Garrison is also home to day spas and a yoga center, an acclaimed restaurant, and countless weddings.
Lake Victoria: photograph on canvas
On the web: rajeshdhawan.com
By Rajesh Dhawan
22" x 14" archival photographic print on framed canvas
This work has been described as "patiently composed and technically adept, skirting the tension between solitude and simplicity - transcending the technical into the domain of visual poetry."
Alain's French Bistro, Nyack: $100 gift certificate
On the web: www.alainsbistro.comPraised by customers for its "terrific meal, lovely decor, and perfect service", this new restaurant is fast gaining loyal customers.
DeCarlo Chiropractic, New City: 5 visits ($200 value)
Includes five 30-minute massages and introductory consultation.
Tennis lesson: 2 hours ($130 value)
By Tennis Pro Don Kulek
Be photographed at world renown Bradford Portrait Studio in New York. Also includes a $5000 gift certificate for a 20" museum quality portrait.
On the web: www.bradfordportraits.com
Terms: Portrait may be of a family or individual (sorry, no pets).
There are about 36 dates to choose from for the portrait session.
Must be used by March 12, 2012.
Be photographed at world renown Bradford Portrait Studio in New York. Also includes a $3000 gift certificate for a 14" museum quality portrait.
On the web: www.bradfordportraits.com
Terms: Portrait may be of a family or individual (sorry, no pets).
There are about 36 dates to choose from for the portrait session.
Must be used by March 12, 2012.
Kenya Bush Safari - with 7-Night Stay at Fairmont Mara Safari Club and Choice of Adventure Excursions for 2 ($8500 value)
Explore Kenya with an opportunity to visit the Masai Mara National Park, perhaps the only region left in Kenya where visitors may see animals in the same super-abundance as existed a century ago and is now famously known as the Eighth Wonder of the World.
Fairmont Mara Safari Club - Enjoy a seven-night stay including daily breakfast for (2) at this Safari Club, the epitome of tented luxury. With a veranda overlooking the hippo and crocodile-filled river, each of the 50 tents at Fairmont Mara Safari Club is superbly furnished with its own private bathroom.
This experience also includes US$2,500 in Fairmont gift cards to be used towards a wide range of adventure. The resort provides a perfect base for going on a half– or full-day game drive or a balloon safari. You can also enjoy such activities as Heritage Tours (nature, birding etc), Jeep Tours, sight-seeing tours, or stroll in the footprints of the hippo-trodden path escorted by a Masai Moran. The Fairmont gift cards may also be applied towards additional dining options or room upgrades.
Airfare is not included with this item.
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