First Parish Community Auction November 10 and 17, 2019

Thank you for supporting the First Parish Community Auction. It is a silent auction during social hour that raises funds for First Parish’s budget while building community. A silent auction means that all bidding is done by pen. A bidding sheet for each item is on a table or wall in the parlor during social hour and you write in your bid – then you follow how your item is doing – upping your bid as necessary to win. Bidding ends at 12:45 pm on November 17th. If you can’t attend church on November 17th, you can still participate! Just email your bid by 11:00 am on November 17th to auction@firstparishcambridge.org and the auction committee will add your bid to the event bid sheet. Please include item you want to bid on and your maximum bid. No guarantees but we will do our best to get your bids entered on the bid sheets. During bidding, please be sure to record your name and bidder number at the bottom of the bidding sheet each time you increase your bid. If you are bidding for two or more places at a dinner or event, please write your name and bid number on two or more separate lines each time.

To participate you need a bidding number. If you registered last year, you will have the same number this year. Numbers are posted on the bulletin board in the parlor. If you didn’t participate last year, please find the Auction Team’s table near the piano and register. Having a number means you won’t have to write your phone number and email address over and over again when you bid. Your name and bidder number will be enough.

Reminder: When bidding, return to look at how your bid is doing. If others have “out-bid” you, increase your bid amount to win the item. When changing the amount of your bid, cross out your previous bid and write a new bid beneath current bids. The exception to this rule is the Flat-rate events which are first-come-first-serve. There are five flat-rate events being offered—in these cases, the rate does not change and the event closes once all spaces are signed up for by bidders.

Raffle Option: Before purchasing raffle tickets, please note which auction events are included in the raffle. It is up to you how many tickets you place in any raffle jar – you can put all your tickets into one jar or spread among multiples. Be sure to write your name and bid number on the back of the raffle ticket! The raffle option will be available for five specific dinners. Tickets cost $1 or 6 tickets for $5.

In addition to the raffle, for no cost you can sign up for a random drawing for free seats at the flat rate events. Anyone who purchases a raffle ticket and does not win, will be added into this random drawing.

If you are confused, ask an Auction Team member for help. We will be wearing Auction buttons so we will be easy to find.

In addition, we have a gifts to go table – here you pay cash and take the item home with you – gifts are mostly handmade items by members of First Parish.

Special thanks to everyone who donated to make the auction a success!

And thanks to everyone who bids on our wonderful donations!

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SHARING FOOD/BEVERAGES and COMMUNITY

Wine Tasting Dinner Donated by: Jennie Fitch and Andrew DraneJoin us for a wine tasting dinner, using the book What to Drink with What you Eat as a guide. We will sample Champagne, Reisling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Zinfandel, and Port. Each wine paired with caviar, cheese, salad, fish, chicken, beef, sides, and desserts. 

Diners are encouraged to score each combination to find the perfect pairing.  The authors of the book quote Derek Todd, a sommelier in New York City: "There is magic in that distance between the food and the wine.  The ideal match fills in that space." Gluten free options available.

Minimum Bid: $40. # of Winners: 8 guests. Date: Sunday, January 19th at 5:30 pm. Location: Watertown. 5 min walk from 71 bus (Mt Auburn St & Upland Rd); 10 min walk from 70 or 70A bus (Arsenal St & School St). Plenty of street parking. Apartment is on 2nd floor and not accessible.

Downton Abbey Dinner Hosted by: Lisa DobberteenAre you a Downton Abbey fan? Was the end of the 6th season a dark day, and did you wait for the premiere of the movie with eager anticipation? Did you enjoy watching Mrs. Pattmore and Daisy turn out endless souffles, roasts, tureens of soup and of course “puddings” for dessert? If the answer to all this is yes, join us for a Downton Abbey themed dinner with period recipes and genteel conversation. Costumes encouraged!  Meal includes dairy free, gluten free and vegetarian options.

Minimum bid: $40. # of winners: 8 guests. Date: Saturday, January 25th at 6:30pm. Location: Cambridge. Notes: Short walk from #71 or #73 buses. Easy parking. Not accessible.

Chinese Imperial Tea Snacks Hosted by Jingbo Qi with Ernie Sabine & David LightA tasting tour of Chinese Imperial Tea Snacks paired with classic Imperial Chinese Tea. The tea snacks are prepared from ancient Chinese recipes and ingredients not often seen in the USA. The tasting will also include a slide presentation of cultural and historical anecdotes, providing unique insights into the wonderful country of China. Jingbo is the owner of Make Mine Mandarin, LLC.Minimum Bid: $30. # of winners: 12 guests. Date and Time: Sunday, January 26 th at 3:00 pm. Location: First Parish parlor, accessible.

Pizza & Cambridge Movie Night Hosted by: Jennifer GriffithJennifer will host a movie filmed in Cambridge MA complete with homemade pizza (vegetarian options), beer, and popcorn with real butter (no microwaving here).

Minimum bid: $20. # of winners: 5 guests. Date and time: Friday, January 31 at 7:00pm. Location: East Arlington. Notes: Not accessible. Cat and dog. Parking and near public transportation.

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Sicilian Dinner Hosted by Sylvia Wheeler and Linda ClarkSicily is known as the crossroads of the Mediterranean where influences from Africa, Arabia, Spain and other parts of Italy converge to create a unique cuisine that is far more complex than many people know. A visit to Sicily offers rich history, dramatic landscapes, stunning beaches, fascinating people, and amazing food. Join us for a Sicilian dinner with some surprises like involtine di pesce spade (swordfish rolls) or arancini (stuffed rice balls) along with well-known dishes like caponata, pasta alla Norma. Sicily is also known for its sweets like cannoli and cassata, sponge cake with chocolate and citrus fruits – it will be a challenge to choose what to serve! Linda Clark and Sylvia Wheeler hope you can join us to enjoy a scrumptious, vicarious way to travel once again! Dishes will include meat/fish and vegetarian option along with wine and non-alcoholic beverages.

Minimum Bid: $40. # of Winners: 10. Date: Saturday, February 1st from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pmLocation: Sylvia’s house in Cambridge (between Harvard and Central Squares). Not accessible.

Breaking Bread at Ben’s Donated by Ben Miyamoto and Amanda Epstein

Pan seared and oven roasted salmon with an assortment of roasted vegetables and homemade bread. Wine, friendship, and dessert.

Minimum Bid: $30. # of winners: 7 Date: Saturday, February 8th at 7:00 pm. Location: Central Square. Home is accessible.

Sunday Brunch by the Wood Stove Hosted by: Charlene Galarneau & Don TuckerCome enjoy a cozy winter brunch after the Sunday service. This vegetarian fare begins with fresh squeezed juices and mimosas and then proceeds with yummy seasonal foods finishing with fresh ground poured coffee, Burdick's hot chocolate and delicious teas. All dietary preferences joyfully embraced.

Minimum bid: $30. # of winners: 8 guests. Date and time: Sunday, February 9th Arrive between 12:30-1:00pm. Location: Cambridge. Notes: Ten minute walk from First Parish. Not accessible, second floor.

Venetian Carnival Dinner Donated by Mara Vohrees and Gerry EasterCelebrate Il Carnivale in true Venetian style.  Don your Carnival mask and join us for a dinner of Venetian specialty food and wine.  Serenaded by Italian crooners, surrounded by photos from Venice… this is the next best thing to being in La Serenissima for Shrove Tuesday.  We will end the evening with fresh Venetian fritoloi, the quintessential Carnival dessert.

Minimum Bid: $40. # of Winners: 8 guests. Date: Saturday, February 29th, 7:00 pm. Location: Somerville

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Longing for Spring Sunday Brunch Donated by Jane Sturtevant & Gloria KorsmanAlthough it may be a winter afternoon you will be transported to spring during brunch with Gloria and Jane. Homemade savory and sweet dishes will be served. Join us for a wonderful brunch with good food and conversation. Sorry but not dairy-free or gluten free.

Minimum bid: $30. # of winners: 6. Date and Time: Sunday, March 8th at 12:30pm.

In Vino Veritas Hosted by: Loring BrinckerhoffA special evening of tasting wines along with some delicious and unusual cheeses. Expect some education to go along with the libation — this is a wine and cheese party with subtle but sophisticated educational undertones.

Minimum bid: $30. # of winners: 12. Date and Time: Friday, March 20th at 6:30pm. Location: Cambridge - 2 blocks from Porter Square. Notes: Cat in the home. It's not wheelchair accessible – there are 4 steps to enter the house.

Dinner to Honor Earth Hour and Celebrate the Spring EquinoxDonated by: Jennifer Griffith and Michele Sprengnether

Come enjoy a delicious vegetarian meal (complete with wine and dessert) by candlelight at Jennifer Griffith’s home in East Arlington in recognition of Earth Hour and to celebrate Spring Equinox. Each year since 2007 the World Wildlife Federation (WWF) has organized Earth Hour in March. During Earth Hour hundreds of millions of people around the world, in thousands of cities, on all seven continents, switch off the lights to display a universal commitment to protect the planet.

Minimum bid: $30. # of winners: 7. Date and time: Saturday, March 21, 7:00 pm. Location: Arlington. Notes: A dog and cat in house. Not accessible. Parking and near public transportation.

German Wine Tasting Hosted by Marcia Yousik, Chris McElroy & Howie BauchnerFrom Kabinett, to Spatlese, to Auslese to Beerenauslese to Trockenbeerenauslese, German wines offer great variety fruitiness, taste and sweetness. Celebrate early spring with friends, new and old, and a tasting of German wines.

Minimum Bid: $30. # of Winners:12 guests. Date Saturday, March 28th 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Location: At Marcia’s home in North Cambridge easily accessible via T with easy street parking. Small cute and friendly dog lives here.

Moroccan Dinner Donated by: Michael Melford and Dean Traweek4

We will sample a variety of traditional Moroccan dishes, starting with an assortment of salads of raw and cooked vegetables, followed by a tagine of chicken with preserved lemon, couscous with argan oil, and for dessert a sweet bastille. We’ll have the most popular Moroccan drink, sweetened green tea with mint, as well as wine. Sorry no vegetarian or dairy-free options.

Minimum bid: $40. # of winners: 6 guests. Date: Sunday, April 5th, 7:00pm. Location: Cambridge. Short walk from Bus #71 and #73. Notes: Three steps at entrance. Hypoallergenic poodle.

Traditional Italian Dinner Donated by: Maria Altamore and Eileen SullivanJoin us for a leisurely traditional Italian dinner including: Aperitivo (pre-dinner drinks), Antipasti, Frutti di Mare with linguine, Insalata, Formaggi E Frutta, and Dolce. The meal includes dairy and shellfish.

Minimum Bid: $30. # of winners: 6. Date and Time: Saturday, April 25th at 7:00 pm. Location: Arlington near #77 bus, on-street parking. Notes: Not accessible. Two cats in residence.

British Afternoon Tea Donated by Wendy Leiserson and Eileen SullivanJoin us for a traditional afternoon British tea with scones and clotted cream, strawberries, tea sandwiches, and sweet treats. A wide choice of tea will be provided. Take a break in your afternoon to enjoy good company and tea.

Minimum bid: $25. # of winners: 8 guests. Date and Time: Sunday, May 17th at 3:00 pm. Location: Porter Square, Cambridge. A few steps into house. Dog in home.

Craft Cocktails & Small Plates Hosted by: Brenda Leahy, Bob Fischer, and Eileen Sullivan

Celebrate approaching summer on Brenda and Bob’s patio with good conversation, small plates and craft cocktails/mocktails featuring seasonal ingredients, homemade simple syrups and herbal combinations.  The food will be served to complement a series of beverages - not a traditional dinner but you will not leave hungry.

Minimum bid: $30. # of winners: 12 guests. Date and Time: Saturday, June 13 th at 5:00 pm. Location: Somerville – a few blocks from Porter Square #87 and #80 bus. Notes: Not accessible

Indian Dinner Hosted by: Rashid Shaikh and Sharon deVosJoin Rashid and Sharon for an Indian dinner. New menu and some regional dishes, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. Food will be spicy but not chilly-hot.

Minimum Bid: $50. # of winners: 8 guests. Date and Time: Saturday, June 20th at 7:00 pm. Location: Cambridge near Inman Square. Notes: Not accessible. Pets in residence.

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FLAT RATE MEALS Pizza and Family Game Night Hosted by the Aho Family Bring your favorite game or play one of ours! Pizza, salad, dessert and beverages provided. Game lovers of all ages encouraged! This is a wonderful annual intergenerational event. Vegetarian options. Can request vegan and gluten-free in advance.

Cost: $15 for adults; $35 for families. # of winners: 25 guests. Date and Time: Saturday, April 4th at 6:00 pm. Location: First Parish, Accessible.

Italian Baked Pasta Dinner Hosted by: Valerie Fullum, Carol & John Lewis, Eileen

Sullivan, Linda West, Gordie Calkins & Jim Kociuba.Join friends at First Parish for a home-made Italian buffet including appetizers, salad, several baked pastas and dessert. Great food and good conversation! Options will include a gluten-free and vegetarian pasta. All options include dairy.

Cost: $15 for adults; $35 for families. # of winners: 25 guests. Date and time: Saturday, April 18th at 6:00pm. Location: First Parish parlor. Accessible

Saturday Brunch Hosted by: Sylvia Wheeler, Linda Clark, Michele Sprengnether and Robin Brown

Welcome the warmth of spring with the warmth of community at a tasty Saturday morning brunch at First Parish!  This traditional brunch buffet will feature egg dishes like frittata and quiches, breakfast breads/muffins, fruit, juices, coffee & tea.  Families and newcomers are welcome. 

Cost: $15 for adults/$35 family. # of winners: 25. Date and time: Saturday May 9th; 11:00 am-1:00 pm. Location: First Parish parlor. Accessible.

Family Friendly BBQ Hosted by Susan Shepherd and Marcia HamsJoin friends for a family friendly BBQ at Susan and Marcia’s house. Newcomers are especially encouraged to sign up for this casual and family friendly event! Hamburgers, turkey burgers, veggie burgers, salads and grilled veggies will be served. Options include vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free and nut-free.

Bid: $15 for individuals. # of winners: 20 guests plus kids are free. Date and Time: Saturday, June 13th from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Location: Susan and Marcia’s home in North Cambridge. Event will be outside (accessible) but house has a few steps and is not accessible. Within 15 minute walk of public transportation (Alewife and 77 bus)

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EVENTS FOR THE SPIRITHomebrew Hijinks Donated by: David Duckworth and Emily Forsyth QueenLearn how to brew beer as two experienced home brewers coach you through the brewing process! During the first gathering, we will start the brew: steeping grains, boiling wort, adding yeast and putting it all in the fermenter, which will take about 5 hours. There will be some down time during the process – so we can also snack, play games, and relax. On the second gathering 3 weeks later (once the beer is ready), we will bottle around 48 bottles of beer and split them among us, which will take about 2 hours. The beer will be ready to drink a couple weeks after that!

Minimum Bid: $40. # of winners: 4. Date and Time: Saturday January 11 (Part 2: February 1). Location: Waltham 2nd floor apartment , not accessible. Fitchburg Commuter or Rail Buses 70, 505, 556.

Community Singing Hosted by Julia GalloglyJulia Gallogly will lead a casual community singing afternoon. Songs from the folk tradition and songs from UU and other spiritual traditions. No experience or expertise necessary. Bring a song to teach or lead. All songs will be taught and sung in a group by ear or with simple lyrics sheets. No need to read music or have prior experience with song circles. Bring an accompanying instrument if you wish. Children welcome.

Cost: $15 for adults, children are free. This is a flat-rate event # of winners: 25. Date: Saturday January 18th 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm. Location: First Parish, accessible.

Candlelight Yoga in Barn Room: Yoga at 55 & Beyond Donated by Lori Green, RYT In this 90-minute workshop we will explore the needs of our bodies as we move into our 60’s, 70’s and beyond. Through a yoga practice geared toward the goal of moving your body into a state of agility, flexibility and strength that is key for aging well and living a life of quality we will explore what works for you, what your individual concerns are and begin to build a short practice you can do each day to be in a state of well being that allows you to move with ease through these quality years. Lori Green started her personal yoga practice in 2001 and earned her certification as a yoga instructor in 2006. She has taught yoga to seniors for over 12 years. For more information see: www.fifty5plusyoga.com Following the yoga, there will be a chance to chat and ask questions.

Minimum bid: $35. # of winners: 6 guests. Date and time: Friday, February 28 th at 7:00 pm. Location: First Parish. Accessible.

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Tarot Card Evening Hosted by: Women’s Sacred CircleThe women's sacred circle is offering an evening of tarot card readings in the Barn Room at First Parish. The tarot has been used for centuries to reveal hidden truths and provide insight. Each participant will have the chance to experience several readings with different types of cards. Dessert will be served.

Minimum bid: $25. # of winners: 10 guests. Date and time: Friday, March 14 th at 7:30pm. Location: First Parish. Accessible.

Chocolate Candy Making Workshop for Kids Donated by: Carol and John Lewis Carol and John will teach ten children (ages 5 and up) to make chocolate candy using molds. Each child will be able to create an Easter Basket to share with family. Parents will have some free time to enjoy Harvard Square or do errands. Children should be picked up at 5:00 so chocolate has time to set and can be safely taken home.

Minimum bid: $25 # of winners: 10 participants. Date: Sunday, April 5th from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Location: First Parish parlor.

Who’s Who in Mount Auburn Cemetery: A Guided Walking TourHosted by Tod Hibbard

Join Tod for a two hour guided walking tour of Cambridge’s Mount Auburn Cemetery.  We'll visit the grave sites of UU luminaries William Ellery Channing, Hosea Ballou and John Murray, as well as Transcendentalist authors and Fireside Poets, slave traders and escaped slaves, abolitionists, suffragists, feminists, and other reformers and activists.  Even some Harvard presidents.  And, as we walk, we will discuss the history and significance of these individuals, and the Mount Auburn Cemetery itself; "The Flowering of New England," as Van Wyck

Brooks once called it, amidst the spring flowering of the magnificent botanic garden that is our own Mount Auburn Cemetery! It is a walking tour and we sometimes leave the paved road to walk across grass and up and down gentle hills, although we can make arrangements to accommodate all abilities.

Minimum bid: $25 # of winners: 12 guests. Date and time: Sunday, April 26th at 12:30. Location: Meet at Mount Auburn Cemetery main entrance (The #71 or #73 MBTA bus from Harvard Square takes you right to the cemetery's main entrance).

Lifelines: An Evening of Storytelling Donated by Rev. Adam Dyer, Mandy Neff, Joanna Fink and other members and friends of First Parish

Join us for a wonderful evening of true stories told live, featuring Rev. Adam Dyer, Mandy Neff and other members and friends of First Parish.  Hosted by Joanna Fink.

Cost: $15. This is a flat-rate event – no bidding required # of winners: 50 Date: Thursday, April 30th at 7:00 pm. Location: First Parish, accessible.

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English Country Dance with Country Dance Society Donated by: Jean FarringtonWhatever your age and your level of “polish,” dance actively engages your brain and your body, in an environment that you will find far more appealing than your local health club. For over fifty years, the Country Dance Society, Boston Centre, has offered a weekly evening of English Country Dancing, featuring live music, experienced teachers, and enthusiastic participants of all ages. Classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 10:30, at the Park Avenue Congregational Church in Arlington Heights from September through June and at the First Unitarian Universalist Society in West Newton in July and August. The Arlington location is accessible by public transportation. To entice your participation, Jean Farrington is offering a $75.00 card that will admit the purchaser to twelve, (or the purchaser and a friend to six,) evenings of English Country Dancing. Feel free to ask her for more information.

Minimum Bid: $40 # of Winners: 1

Sailing Adventure Hosted by: Rob MoirInvite your friends or family to sail past the Boston Harbor Islands on a summer afternoon on the Phillips Rhodes designed sloop rig sailboat, Gannet. Rob will welcome up to five guests for an afternoon sail and would welcome assistance with the sailing. Take a turn holding the tiller to steer a lovingly maintained wooden vessel. This Rhodes 27 is twenty-seven feet at the waterline and thirty-nine feet overall and was built by the Henry Nevins yard at City Island, New York, in 1938.  Winning bidder may invite up to four guests to join in the sailing adventure.  Date will be chosen in advance in consultation with Rob, but for the best sailing experience, the winner may change the scheduled date based on

weather reports. Gannet  is docked at Constitution Marina in Charlestown.

Minimum bid: $75. # of winners: 1 (who may bring up to 4 guests)The boat is not wheelchair accessible. 

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VACATION HOMESNote: Winners of vacation homes must be a member or pledging friend of First Parish

SINCE MOST OF THESE ARE PRIVATE HOMES THE DETAILS ARE NOT ON WEBSITE. SEE AUCTION CATALOG AVAILABLE AT CHURCH OR BULLETIN BOARD IN PARLOR FOR DETAILS. IF YOU WILL NOT BE AT CHURCH AND HAVE QUESTIONS CONTACT auction@firstparishcambridge.org

Ski Vacation in White Mountains Enjoy a one-week or long weekend vacation in beautiful North Woodstock, New Hampshire. This three-bedroom condo in the White Mountains is ideal for a winter sports weekend, or just some time out for relaxing.

Minimum bid: $300. # of winners: 1. Winning bidder will choose one week or one long weekend between January 1 and March 31. Date to be confirmed by January 15, 2020.

Three Day Springtime Weekend in Osterville Enjoy the lushness of New England springtime on Cape Cod.   Spend a relaxing weekend in a cozy, cheerful, old-fashioned cottage in Osterville

Minimum bid: $200. # of winners: 1Date and time: Winning bidder will choose a three-day weekend in April or May 2020 with exact dates to be determined in consultation with the owners (not all weekends are available). Date to be settled upon no later than Jan 15th.

5 Nights in Brewster, Cape Cod 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house for 5 consecutive nights during the first three weeks of June.

Minimum bid: $400. # of winners: 1 Winning bidder must designate desired date for stay by March 1. 2020

Week at Lake Winnipesaukee Beautiful, quiet lakeside cabin in the woods on Winter Harbor. Minimum bid: $375 for week. # of winners: 3 Location: Lake Winnipesaukee. No pets. Not accessible.

Three options available: June 6-13, 2020 or June 13-20, 2020 or September 12-19, 2020.

A week in Old Orchard Beach, ME Two bedroom condo on the beach. Minimum Bid : $400. # of winners: 1. Dates: Winning bidder will choose one week (Friday to Friday) in 2020 except July 24 to August 14 in consultation with the owner.  Date to be settled upon no later than January 15.

Extended Weekend in Orleans Enjoy a long weekend on the Cape at Orleans townhouse from Thursday August 27- Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2020 (five nights). Maximum 6 people. Small dog (25 pounds or less). No cats.

Minimum bid: $350. # of winners: 1 Not accessible.10

SERVICESThank you to these First Parish members for donating their talents. If you win an item, you will schedule a

mutually agreeable time with the donor. Please see descriptions for any restrictions on scheduling.

Legal Services Donated by Mike Wiggins Up to two hours of legal services for each of two winners. Attorney Mike Wiggins, a long-time member of First Parish and counsel to the church, specializes in real estate and zoning law, business law and non-profit organizations, wills and trusts, and estate administration. He will meet with you either at his office or a place of your choice to answer your legal questions and address your needs and concerns. Minimum bid: $200. # of winners: 2. Date and time: Flexible, between February and July 2020.Aromatherapy Essential Oils Massage Donated by: Katrina Piehler Experience the bliss of a nurturing massage that incorporates the soothing effects of pure essential oils.You’ll be able to personalize the selection of high quality doTERRA essential oils Katrina will weave into your session. 60 minute session. Katrina is a seasoned, licensed massage therapist and an essential oils educator. Her intuitive massage skills combined with the aromas and therapeutic application of healing oils on your skin will deeply relax your body and inspire your spirit. And if you are interested in learning about how to use essential oils at home to support your health and wellness in everyday life, this session can include a complimentary personalized consultation after your massage.  Date and time: Flexible — Schedule yourself on line. www.Living-from-Center.com Location: Teele Square, Somerville. Not accessible. Minimum bid: $110. # of winners: 1

Garden Design Donated by Peggy LynchA garden consultation with Peggy Lynch, certified planting designer and accredited organic land care professional. Peggy will visit your property, help you think about what is possible, what you like, make suggestions and recommend resources for garden projects or redesign. Written write up included. www.greenhalghgardens.com. Date and time: Mutually convenient time in the spring of 2020.Minimum bid $150. # of winners: 1

Garden Consultation Donated by Judy Eisenberg One hour of professional consultation on your garden and/or landscaping. Judy Eisenberg, proprietor of Sun and Shade Gardening. (www.SunandShadeGardening.com) has been gardening professionally and organically with a personal touch for over fourteen years. Her services also include garden design, installation, maintenance, and side-by-side garden coaching. Minimum bid: $75.00. # of winners: 1 Date and time: Flexible — Weekdays or Weekends 2019.

Gardening Donated by Pepper GreeneGarden planning and planting with Pepper Greene's help. This is a two-part service: help in planning the garden followed by help in the planting. Pepper owns “Pepper Greenary” gardening business.

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Minimum bid: $50. # of winners: 1. Date and time: Mutually agreed upon time between April and June 2020.

Career Coaching Donated by Patrick SullivanAre you feeling stuck in your current job? Have you been thinking about a move but are unsure of what to do? Do you want to change fields, careers, or the type of workplace you are in? Career coaching can help you focus on what you want to do, develop goals and plan out actions that can get you moving towards what you want. Patrick Sullivan is an experienced executive coach and career counselor who will help you to identify what you want to do, and what may be getting in the way of taking the necessary steps to move your career forward or get that next job. This offering is for two, one hour sessions. Mutually agreed upon dates prior to July 2020. Minimum Bid: $200. Winners: 1

Career Counseling Donated by Ken MattssonOne-on-one consultation in whatever career issues you wish (resumes, job search, career change, etc.) by experienced career counselor. One and a half hours. Minimum bid: $75. # of winners: 1. Mutually convenient time prior to July 2019.

Pet Sitting Donated by Grace HallGrace offers to come to your home, at a location accessible to the T, to care for your dog or cat while you are away for a weekend. Grace would consider staying in your home if this would help your pet. Minimum bid: $100. # of winners: 1. Date: This service would need to take place at a mutually agreeable date between February-August 2020.

Uncluttering Assistance Donated by Judy Eisenberg Judy Eisenberg, the Clutter Clearer Coach (www.ClutterClearerCoach.com), is a Somerville-based Professional Organizer working with people who feel discouraged and stuck because of their clutter and disorganization issues. Judy will help 'you' face your emotional barriers and stay focused, while leading you through all the needed steps to conquer your clutter. Judy will help you set up simple and practical organizational systems that will be easy to maintain on your own. You will find that the clutter clearing process will simplify your life, bring you peace of mind, more energy and better control over your life. (Ask about her personal coaching services). One 2.5 hour session; includes ½ hour assessment of cluttered home or office, and 2 hours of hands-on-side-by-side un-cluttering. Minimum bid: $125. # of winners: 1. Date and time: Flexible - Weekdays or Weekends February-April 2020.Decluttering Donated by Pepper Greene The winning bidder will schedule a 2-hour session where Pepper Greene will come to your home or office to help with decluttering. Pepper owns the business “Clutter Out”. Minimum bid: $50. # of winners: 1. Date and time: Between February and June 2020.

Excel Training Donated by Sulo Musyaju One Excel one-on-one coaching for one hour. Fair Market value $90. Winners may choose basic level or advanced training Excel lesson. Minimum bid: $50. # of winners: 2 Date: Mutually convenient time between Jan and March 31, 2020.

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Handmade Journal Donated by: Mandy NeffMandy will create a handmade book in a color palette of your choice. Consultation on color and binding style must happen by May 2020.  Journal may take up to 1 month to complete.Minimum bid: $30 Please increase bids by at least $5 # of winners: 1

Really Good Chocolate Cake Donated by Kate RyanOne Very Good Sour Cream Chocolate Cake with Mocha Frosting.  Good for birthdays or any occasion. Cake freezes very well.  Sorry, cannot be made allergy-friendly. Pick up cake in Medford, or Kate will deliver in Medford, Arlington, Cambridge or Somerville.  Must be before June, 2020. Minimum bid: $25. # of winners: 1

Baklava Donated by Peggy KraftPeggy Kraft's Lebanese grandfather loved baklava, and she grew up helping her mom make a big tray of this sweet delight to share with family at holidays. Now, she'd like to share that tradition with First Parish. Please bid on a tray of approximately 2 dozen pieces of homemade baklava (made with walnuts or pistachios) to be delivered on a mutually agreed upon date prior to July 2020. Minimum bid: $30. # of winners: 1

GIFT BASKETSBrowse the table and find a gift basket for yourself or for a friend.  Enjoy looking at this year’s colorful collection, with something for everyone, thanks to generous contributions from so many thoughtful folks at First Parish.  Bid generously!  A big thank-you to all who constitute the basket brigade:Cashmere Mittens – Cecilia MichaelisChef’s Basket - Middle East Education GroupChocolate Basket - Jan Puibello, Spa Basket - Jan EllertsenKids’ Art Basket - Abby Magee and Eileen SullivanKids’ Ocean-Themed Basket - Auction TeamHansel & Gretel Basket - MaryLou MehrlingFine Wine Basket - Linda West and Loring Brinckerhoff.  

GIFTS-TO-GO TABLEStop by the table near the piano and pick up a treat for yourself or a friend.  Items available both Sundays, until sold out.  Pay by cash or check and take items home with you.  And a big thank-you to all who contributed!Homemade granola. Thanks to Cathy Haines.Colorful handmade UU chalice-themed jewelry and magnets-Thanks to Rebecca Baldor and Kate Ryan.

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First quality olive oil – Thanks to Middle East Education Group.Hand-knit items – Thanks to Jean Farrington and Claire HastieHand-made pins, pot holders and coffee cozies - Thanks to Cecelia MichaelisChain Letter to America: The One Thing You Can Do to End Racism: A Collection of Essays, Fiction and Poetry Celebrating Multiculturalism by Jacques FleuryHomemade cookies and baked goods - Thanks to Claire Hastie, Jennifer Griffith, Eileen Sullivan and others

* * * *MAKING PAYMENTS: If you win items, you will receive an invoice by the end of November. The Auction Team will have a table in social hour in December to answer your questions. Please pay by December 15th. You can pay at social hour in December, send a check to the church office or pay on line. In early January you will get a final list of your paid items and contact information to claim your items. Thank you to everyone who donated items to make the auction a success. And thank you to everyone who bids on items!

Auction Planning Team: Jan Ellertsen, Jennifer Griffith, Eileen Sullivan (chair)Auction Volunteers: Robin Brown, Val Fullum, Cushing Giesey, Cecilia Michaelis, Rob Moir and Susan Nye

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