Vacation Fun

Aruba for two!

Five nights/six days for two at the Amsterdam Manor Beach Resort in Aruba, an intimate setting with beautiful Dutch Colonial architecture and pristine white beach. Price includes daily breakfast buffet, sunset cruise, taxes and service charge. Airfare not included. Valid through January 1, 2010; blackout dates December 20-January 5 of both years. Donated by Oro-Azul Travel Agency. Face value: $2,100. Minimum bid: $1,300.

Mexico City para dos! ¿Como no?

Five nights/six days for two at the Condesa DF in Mexico City, an intimate hotel in the shady Condesa neighborhood. Valid through January 1, 2009 — get it while you can! Blackout dates August 1-10 and November 19-24. Donated by Oro-Azul Travel Agency. Face value: $1,000 Minimum bid: $600.

Ticket Central

Theatre Harrisburg Season Tickets

Two season tickets to Theatre Harrisburg's 2008-09 series. All performances at Sunoco Theater/Whitaker Center and the new Krevsky Production Center. Donated by Diane Beiber and Sam Kuba. Face Value $260. Minimum bid $130.

John Sebastian & David Grisman

Four tickets to a concert with John Sebastian and David Grisman at Whitaker Center for Science & the Arts on Wednesday, October 8, 2008. Donated by Steve Krempasky. Face value $144. Minimum bid for set: $72.

Arlo Guthrie

Two tickets to the Arlo Guthrie concert at Whitaker Center for Science & the Arts on November 10, 2008. Donated by Steve Krempasky. Face value $79. Minimum bid for pair: $40.

Opera at Princeton

Two tickets to "La Cenerentola" (Cinderella), a full-length production by Italian composer Gioacchino Rossini, sung in Italian with English subtitles. Presented by Opera New Jersey at the intimate Berlind Theatre in Princeton, NJ, on Friday, July 12, 2008. Donated by Bart Carpenter. Face value $130. Minimum bid $65.

Rose Lehrman

$50 gift certificate to any show(s) at the Rose Lehrman Arts Center during their 2008-09 season. Donated by the venue. Face value $50. Minimum bid $25.

Strasburg Railroad

Take a trip back in time with a visit to the Strasburg Railroad, Lancaster County's historic steam railroad museum! Donated by Jessica Warren. Tickets for two; face value $24. Minimum bid: $12.

American Civil War Museum

Tickets for four to the educational and inspiring American Civil War Museum in downtown Gettysburg. Donated by Jessica Warren. Face value $22. Minimum bid: $11.

Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra (2 pairs)

Two tickets to any Masterworks or Pops concerts in the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra 2008-09 Season. Donated by Rodger Clark. Valued at $44 each. Minimum bid for pair: $44.

Longwood Gardens

Two tickets to Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square. Tour the spectacular gardens, then enjoy an evening concert, on any date during this summer’s season. Note: These passes do not guarantee concert admission. Concerts at Longwood Gardens are open to all garden visitors, and seating is limited. To ensure a seat, get to the venue early enough to take a place in line for the concert. This is especially important if the concert is moved indoors due to rain. Minimum bid for set: $16

University of Pennsylvania/Morris Arboretum

Four tickets to the Morris Arboretum at the University of Pennsylvania. Donated by Jessica Warren. Face value $40. Minimum bid $20

Hershey Happening!

Four tickets to Hershey Gardens, four tickets to Hershey Trolley Works, and two tickets to the Antique Auto Museum. Donated by Linda Whipple. Face value $100. Minimum bid $50.

Local Folk Scene

Pat McCaskey House Concert

Guitarist Pat McCaskey — a finalist in SFMS's first songwriting contest — will present a house concert in Central Pennsylvania, date and location to be agreed upon. Auction includes his newly issued CD. Services donated by the artist. Minimum bid $75.

Beginner Guitar

Brand-new NY Pro dreadnought guitar — great for beginning musicians. Donated by Jeff Hostetter of Hostetter Stringed Instrument Repair. Retail value: $160. Minimum bid: $80.

Fox Run Music

Gift certificate to Fox Run Music in Dover, PA. Authorized deal for Crafter guitars, Morgan Monroe guitars, mandolins, banjos and dobros, Reverent electric guitars and more. Donated by owner/operator Judy Winters. Retail value: $50. Minimum bid: $25

Local Artists CD Bundle

Catch a rising star! Up for auction is a bundle of CDs donated by multiple artists in Central Pennsylvania. Seven CDs! Face value $105. Minimum bid $40.

Clover Lane Coffee House – July 18

Some enchanted evening — with music to take home! Tickets for two to the July 18, 2008 Clover Lane Coffee House at the Unitarian Church of Harrisburg (UCH), plus a collection of music to enjoy later. Five CDs and two EPs donated by the artists; two tickets donated by the church. Face value $85. Minimum bid: $35

Clover Lane Coffee House – August 15

Tickets for two to the August 15, 2008 Clover Lane Coffee House at the Unitarian Church of Harrisburg (UCH), plus a collection of music to enjoy later. Six CDs donated by the artists; two tickets donated by the church. Face value $70. Minimum bid: $30

Artisan Gallery

“Winter Afternoon” Paper Cutting

Hand-cut original artwork by our own Marcia Egan, American Guild of Papercutting member. This charming silhoutte papercutting shows children reading on a windowseat with a winter view. Professionally framed. Retail value is $100. Minimum bid: $40.

Covered Dish

Dark green bowl with bamboo motif gives new meaning to "covered dish" dinner! Thrown by noted potter (and former SFMS board member) Pam Cummings. Retail value is $60. Minimum bid: $30.

Set of Five Bowls

Five matching bowls, aquamarine and olive, handcrafted by Pam Cummings. Retail value is $80. Minimum bid: $40.

Pottery Dip Bowl

This bowl, handmade by potter Wanda Taylor of Campbelltown, will add "local color" to your next gathering. Donated by the artist. Retail value is $25. Minimum bid: $10.

Black Lotus Gift Certificate

Check out hand-crafted jewelry from Black Lotus Designs of New Cumberland, specializing in freshwater Chinese pearls jewelry and other unique handcrafts. Up for auction is a catalog plus a $25 gift certificate. Donated by Caitlin Yerekes. Retail value $25. Minimum bid: $12.

Freshwater Pearls

20" necklace of 6 mm white freshwater pearls with sterling silver clasp and matching post earrings. Donated by Caitlin Yerekes of Black Lotus Designs. Retail value $54. Minimum bid: $27.

Silver Wristband

Antique silver wristband with Celtic design. Donated by Rodney Owens. Retail value $75. Minimum bid: $35.

Black and Charcoal Rag Rug

Black and charcoal rug, 22x40", handwoven on an 18th-century loom by Rebecca Francis of Dillsburg. Wool warp and recycled corduroy pants. Donated by the artist, a full-time weaver. Retail value $75. Minimum bid: $30.

Pottery Plate with Candle

The plate was thrown by potter Wanda Taylor of Campbelltown, then enhanced with a "candy candle" and sea shells. Lovely for guest room or bath. Retail value is $25. Minimum bid: $10.

Denim Rag Rug

Rag rug made from recycled denim jeans and cotton carpet warp; handwoven by Jill Smith. 28x37 inches, machine-washable. Donated by the artist. Retail value $45. Minimum bid $25.

Hanging Quilt

Gorgeous 34x34" cotton quilt, entitled "Past Forward," made of cotton with a blue border and a geometric design. Donated by Nancy Bubel. Retail value: $100. Minimum bid: $50.

Tickle My Senses

Gift certificate to Tickle My Senses, a unique craft gallery where you will find jewelry, pottery, glass, prints, and other handicrafts from local and national artisans. It is a very "artsy" shop with one-of-a-kind goods. 312 Bridge Street in New Cumberland. Donated by the owner, Rebecca Lee. Retail value $25. Minimum bid $12.

Gift Items

Irish Shawl

Light weight purple heather lambswool and nylon shawl, wonderfully cozy for those chilly evenings! Full length; made in Ireland. Donated by Oxford Hall Celtic Shop in New Cumberland. Retail value is $95. Minimum bid: $45.

Indian Shawl

Golden ethnic shawl by Basha, rayon/metallic, made in India. Donated by Paulette Matthews. Face value: $36. Minimum bid $15.

Out-and-About Shawl

Teal, crinkled-wool shawl, "Collection Eighteen." Donated by Paulette Matthews. Face value $36. Minimum bid $15.

New York Shawl

Teal, smooth-textured, wool shawl, "Jones of New York." Donated by Paulette Matthews. Face value $36. Minimum bid $15.

16" Vase

Gorham vase in the "Floral Serenity" pattern. Donated by Mary Ann Dempsey. Retail value: $28. Minimum bid: $14.

« Cornwall Tartan

Ralph Lauren designer plate, patterned in ye olde Cornwall Tartan. Donated by Russ and Paulette Matthews. Retail Value $27. Minimum bid: $14.

"Let's Do Brunch" Basket

Basket contains a slotted pancake spatula, three Williams-Sonoma kitchen towels, a 20-ounce canister of wild blueberry waffle/pancake mix, maple praline syrup, a canister of coffee cake/muffin mix, a set of pancake molds, and two coffee cups. Donated by the Richardson Family. Retail value $75. Minimum bid: $37.

Tunisian Pottery

A three-piece set of lead-free pottery from Tunisia, donated by Russ and Paulette Matthews. Retail value: $40 Minimum bid: $20.

Paeonia Moutan »

10-inch plate, "Shrubby Peony" pattern. Made in Britain by Portmeirion; donated by Russ and Paulette Matthews. Retail value: $32 Minimum bid: $16.

Noritake Serving Bowl

Made in Indonesia. Donated by Paulette and Russ Matthews. Retail value $29. Minimum bid $14.

Punch Bowl Set

27-piece glass punch bowl, including ladle. Donated by Mary Ann Dempsey. Retail value: $50. Minimum bid: $25.

"Bachelor Buttons"

Leaf collage by Irish artist Sheila Naughton, handmade and framed in Ireland. Donated by Linda Whipple. Face value $75. Minimum Bid $37.

« Round End Tables

Two "Thomas Pacconi Classic" tables, 30 inches high. Antique yellow, with floral pattern. Donated by Rodney Owens. Retail value: $40. Minimum bid: $20.

Barbecue Set

3-piece BBQ tool set with wood plank platters — just thing to complement your evening of Texas Swing! Donated by Karen Hostetter. Retail value: $45. Minimum bid: $22.

Basket for Cat Fanciers

A wicker basket filled with goodies for you and yours: feline-themed sweatshirt, mug, and more. Donated by Mary Ann Dempsey. Retail value: $35. Minimum bid: $17.

Birdwatcher's Gift Pack (5 packs)

Separate gift packs from the Pennsylvania Audobon Society. Each contains a copy of the Birding Trail guide, an Audubon static sticker, a logo magnet and pencil, and gift card. Face value of each: $13. Minimum bid: $3.

Champagne Cake

From Pam's Party Teas, this delicious 8" champagne cake with berry filling and buttercream icing is a special dessert for any occasion! Donated by Pam Pearson. Retail value $40. Minimum bid $20.

Restaurant Row

Check out our favorite eating establishments! All gift certificates donated by the individual restaurant.

Pizza Grille (Lemoyne)

The Pizza Grille, 901 State Street in Lemoyne, offers gourmet pizzas, salads (with home-made dressings) and home-made soups. Bring your own bottle. Great dining for lunch or dinner! Retail value: $15. Minimum bid: $8.

Passage to India (Harrisburg)

Passage to India is Harrisburg's best Indian restaurant, located at 525 South Front Street in the Shipoke district. Enjoy the scenic view of the Susquehanna River while selecting from their comprehensive selection of authentic Indian food. Face value: $40. Minimum bid: $20.

Coakley's Restaurant and Irish Pub (New Cumberland)

Coakley's is Central Pennsylvania’s Original Irish Pub, at 305 Bridge Street, New Cumberland. Two certificates, auctioned together! Total face value $45. Minimum bid: $22.

Alfred's Victorian Restaurant (Middletown)

Experience fine dining at this historic mansion, built in 1888 at 38 N. Union Street, Middletown. Operated as a restaurant since 1970, Alfred's Victorian has grown into a Central PA landmark, winning awards of local and national acclaim. Face value $25. Minimum bid: $12.

Eat'n Park (various locations)

Gift certificate to Eat'n Park, our favorite diner, with multiple Pennsylvania locations, including Harrisburg, New Cumberland, Lancaster, State College and York. Face value $25. Minimum bid: $12.

Panera Bread (various locations)

Panera is America's leading baker/restaurant, with 1,185 locations! Locally situated in Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg, Carlisle, Hershey, Hanover, and York. Face value $25. Minimum bid: $12.

Molly Brannigans (Harrisburg)

Located at Second and Walnut in downtown Harrisburg, Molly Brannigans features décor imported from Ireland and reconstructed on site. Not to mention the fantastic food! Other sites are in Cleveland, Erie, Scranton — and Las Vegas, NV and Mesa, AZ! Face value $25. Minimum bid: $12.

Appalachian Brewery (Harrisburg)

$15 gift certificate and an ABC T-Shirt too! Appalachian Brewing Company is located in a historic downtown building. The impressive three-story brick and heavy timber structure was built circa 1915. The lagering room portion of the brewery dates to 1890. ABC serves fresh innovative cuisine to match their tremendous handcrafted ales and lagers! Face value $25. Minimum bid: $12.

Bangkok Wok (Mechanicsburg)

Original Thai cuisine with an enchanting Oriental atmosphere. Bangkok Wok is at 125 Gateway Drive in Mechanicsburg, off the Carlisle Pike. Call ahead for take-out! Face value: $30. Minimum bid: $15.

Confit French Bistro (Camp Hill)

Confit is a French country kitchen, at 2138 Market Street in the heart of Camp Hill! Bon appétit! Face value: $50. Minimum bid: $25.

Bayou Restaurant (Harrisburg)

From luscious crawdads to sweet beignets, Bayou brings the downhome flair of authentic southern cooking to Central Pennsylvania. Bayou is at 1530 North Second Street in Midtown Harrisburg. Gift certificate: dinner for two. Face value: $50. Minimum bid: $25.

Massages and More

Therapy or Reflexology (Foot) Massage, 30 minutes (Grantville)

A gift certificate for a 30-minute therapy or reflexology massage, donated by Connie Rhoad of Grantville. Retail value: $35. Minimum bid: $17

One hour Relaxation Massage (Harrisburg) (2)

Two gift certificates for a one-hour massage, donated by Beth Alwine, and auctioned individually. Retail value: $50 each. Minimum bid per certificate: $25

Therapeutic Massage (Hershey)

30-minute therapeutic massage by licensed massage therapist Deborah Olson of Hershey. Retail value: $35. Minimum bid: $17.

A New 'Do

Gift certificate to A & E Euro Hair Studio in New Cumberland, donated by proprietor Connie Hanley. Retail value $20. Minimum bid: $10

Books and Things

Pennsylvania Yesterday and Today

A beautiful coffee-table book by photographer Blair Seitz that explores the experiences and landscapes that have defined the Keystone State through four centuries. Donated (and autographed) by the artist. Retail value $27. Minimum bid: $13.

PA Underground Railroad Game 1820-1870

Based on the successful historical, educational, and family-oriented The Central PA Underground Railroad Game, the PA Underground Railroad Game: 1820-1870 adds another chapter to the ever growing body of information about the Underground Railroad in the Keystone State. Donated by Mayer Foner, proprietor of Foner's Games Only Emporium. Retail value $40. Minimum bid: $20.

Microsoft Software Bundle

Brand-new boxed software, donated by the Microsoft Foundation to help out nonprofits like ours. Software analyst cum auctioneer Bart Carpenter will help with installation, if necessary! Retail value $300 (unbundled). Minimum bid: $25 for the whole set. The bundle includes:

Dirty Linen Subscription (2)

One-year subscription to America's favorite folk magazine, Dirty Linen, donated by editor Paul Hartman. Two separate subscriptions, auctioned separately. Retail value $25. Minimum bid $12.

Director's Pick

Basket of ten CDS selected and donated by "our own" executive director, Jess Hayden. Artists include Uncle Earl, Tom Russell, Mustard's Retreat, BeauSoleil, Eric Bibb and others. Retail value: $125. Minimum bid: $60.

Questions?

For more details, visit our Special Event page and our Silent Auction page.

For further information, or to make a donation for the auction, contact Bart Carpenter at 717-234-3844 or auction (at) sfmsfolk.org.

The Susquehanna Folk Music Society is a charitable entity, organized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and it is eligible to receive tax deductible contributions. We encourage all persons who are interested in charitable tax deductions to consult with their tax advisors regarding specific items donated for or purchased at our Special Event & Silent Auction. We will provide receipts for tax purposes.