The Humane Society of South Central Michigan presents

The Humane Society of South Central Michigan presents
doors open at 5:30pm
hors d’oeuvres by Chef Elsie
cash bar
begin at 5:30
Master of Ceremony - Curtis Whitaker
Executive Director - Jessica L. Gilbert
Kevin Rombaugh
This evening could not be possible without the incredible support of the staff members of
Southern Exposure Herb Farm. Their generosity saves lives.
Albion Sigma Chi Fraternity, Jay & Heather Chick, Betty & Jim Crandall, Dan & Paula Crandell, Mary
Crosby - Prudential Realtor of Marshall, Sandra Hartnell, Connie Julius, William & Nancy Kern, Janet
Schuring, Earl & Marilyn Soules, KarleneVanderWall, Jim Winright, Malcolm Young
Doug & Donna Boshears, Randy & Sue Case, Jane & Dave Church, Julie Delaurence, Parker & Donna
Feldpausch, First Community Federal Credit Union, Mary Garratt, Bob & Michelle Hammond, Kenneth &
Barbara Helbling, Irwin Avenue Animal Hospital PLLC, Whitney Jonas, Diane & Roger Lincoln, Mickey &
Suellen Long, Laurel Paulson, Alicia & Eduardo Perdon, Marjorie and Ken Weil, Sally & Hugh Wright
Kim & Mike Brubaker, Leon & Celeste Clark, Robin & Glenn Dickmann, William Malone, Marshall Animal
Center, Richard & Sallie Massa, Pam Sikora, Spherion, David Swope, Worgess Agency
Janet Booth, Becky Capman, Diane Inman, Janet & Daniel Missad, Adeline Okerman, Doug & Cheryl
Wolfgang
ABC Warehouse, Kate Ambrose,
Arcadia Brewing Company,
Jennifer Aschenbrener, Alison’s,
Airway Fun Center, Battle Creek
Symphony, Jenny Barnett, Binder
Park Zoo, Bobick’s Professional
Golf Center, Bone Appetit, Kim
Brubaker, Jen Cappell, Wanda
Cascarelli, Cedar Farms Golf
Club, Central Michigan University
Bookstore, Chapman’s Garden
Center, Heather Chick, Climb
Kalamazoo, Continental Pastries
& Deli, Corner Bar and Grill,
Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre,
Country Bouquet Florist, Craft
Photographic Gallery, Mindy
Curry, Alyssa Deruiter, Detroit
Lions, Detroit Pistons, Detroit
Tigers, Detroit Red Wings,
Eleanor DeVries, Glenn & Robin
Dickmann, Katie Dickmann,
Direct Air, Doggie Spa & Care
Center, Dolce Salon, Greg
& Kathy Sue Dunn, Keith
Easterday, Family Video, Sharion
Farrell, Pat Felt-Gunderson,
Firekeepers Casino, the Flower
Haus, Ann Gallagher, Jessica
Gilbert, Gilmore Car Museum,
Goodrich Quality Theaters,
Goodyear Tire & Hi-Tech Service,
Great Harvest Bread Company,
Great Lakes Plastic & Hand
Surgery, Ed & Linda Groff, Gull
Lake View, Harbor Freight Tools,
Katharine Werme Hermsen,
Michelle Hill, Brenda Hunt, Jos. A
Bank, Kalamazoo Civic Theatre,
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra,
Kalamazoo Wings, Donna Kelley,
Mia Kelly, King Jewelers, Peggy
Krause, Al Lassen, Todd Lassen,
Lassen Buick Cadillac, Laura’s
Gourmet Catering, Sarah Lincoln,
Mancino’s, Medalist Golf Club,
MEGA-BEV, Michigan Tile and
Carpet, Mole Hole, New Day
Family Medicine & Medical
Spa, Nottawa Gas & Wild Bird
Supplies Tekonsha, Nottawa
Gas Sturgis, Oerther’s, Pastrami
Joe’s, Radisson Plaza Hotel &
Suites, Rave Motion Pictures,
Reedy Corp., Remington Car
Wash & Detailing, Rx Optical,
Melissa Sawyer, Serendipity,
Pam Sikora, Phil and Tina
Slayton, Starlight Tours and
Travel, Laura Stewart, SubAquatic Sports & Service,
Sundance Riding Stables,
Sweetwater’s Donut Mill, Kim
Tabor, Team Active, Donna
Thede, The Halltree Inc, Western
Michigan University, Western
Michigan University School of
Aviation, Curtis Whitaker, Jake
Worgess, Yarrow Golf, Carole
Zanotti, Lee Zick
Red wine? White wine? Increase your chances of winning a featured pull by purchasing a
bottle of each! Each “pull” is $20. All bottles are donated and have a minimum value of $10,
but with each pull you have the chance of getting something outstanding! Purchase and
selection begin at 5:30 and continue until all bottles are chosen. Featured pulls include:
Peninsula Cellars – Chabernet Franc 2005 –$26
Rombauer Chardonnay 2007 - $28
Cake Bread Chardonnay 2008 $39
Farniente Napa Chardonnay 2007 estate bottle $48
Joseph Phelps Cabernet 2005 $54
Caymus Cabernet 2007 $70
Featured pulls are donated by Greg and Kathy Sue Dunn.
Featured musician for the Whisker Mixer - Bid for Barks is Joshua Fidelman. Josh
is a self taught guitarist, acquiring his first guitar at age 12. He has spent the last
several years playing and practicing to become proficient in the musical styles he
now enjoys which include a fabulous variety of blues, jazz and rock.
All auction sales are final; there will be no refunds.
The auctioneer has the final decision and in case of any disputes or objections, the auctioneer shall act as
the final authority.
All auction items must be used within the time limits stated and are subject to any stipulations and/or
restrictions set forth by the donors.
Some items may require additional arrangements. It is the responsibility of the winning bidder to make all
necessary arrangements.
The Humane Society of South Central Michigan guarantees neither the quality nor the value of the items
auctioned. Dollar amounts stated are donor values and are not warranted for tax purposes or fair market
value.
The Humane Society of South Central Michigan makes no warranties, implied or otherwise, regarding the
auctioned items. All items are sold as-is.
Each bidder recognizes and agrees that neither the Humane Society of South Central Michigan no anyone
else donating to the auction shall be held liable for any occurrence resulting from the use of auctioned
items or services.
Donors and purchasers should consult their tax advisor to determine the tax deductibility of gifts.
1.
Binder Park Zoo Basket
Donor Value: $250
This basket is fun for the whole family! Items include a Wild Appetites cook book, two bottles of
zoo-themed wine, a t-shirt, stuffed plush toys, six adult guest passes and a one-day admission for
eight guests. Donated by Binder Park Zoo.
2.
Family Fun Basket
Donor Value: $150
This basket will provide hours of entertainment for your whole family! Enjoy a weekend of fun with
a soccer ball, ring toss game, cooler bag, water bottle, two $20 gift certificates to Team Active, two
$20 gift certificates to Pastrami Joe’s, a gift certificate to Sundance Riding Stables, assorted DVDs
and Kellogg’s T-Shirts. Donated by Heather Chick, Pastrami Joe’s, Team Active.
3.
Ink Print - Original Artwork
Donor Value: Priceless
Battle Creek Art Society Member original creation ink drawing. Donated by Ed and Linda Groff.
4.
“Man” Basket
Donor Value: $140
Looking for a special gift for the man in your life? He can look good as he works hard with a $25
gift certificate to Jos. A. Bank and a 12v lithium-ion multi-function tool from Harbor Freight.
Maybe after all that hard work, he’ll reward you with two gift certificates to the Mijem Buffet
at the Firekeepers Casino! Donated by Harbor Freight Tools, Jos. A. Bank and Firekeepers Casino.
5.
Beauty Package
Donor Value: $330
Rejuvenate yourself this winter! Just because we’re all bundled up doesn’t mean you don’t want to
look your very best. Enjoy professional beautification treatments with a $150 gift certificate to Great
Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery, Pedicure at Circa VI salon and a relaxing basket of Aveda products.
Donated by Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery, Robin Dickmann and Alyssa Deruiter.
6.
Marshall Day of Shopping Basket
Donor Value: $100
This basket of gift certificates and items feature the very best of the Marshall, Michigan shopping
experience. Enjoy items from Serendipity, and gift certificates from The Halltree and Alison’s.
Donated by Alison’s, The Halltree, Inc. and Serendipity.
7.
Fustini’s Oil Basket
Donor Value: $68
Featured in Midwest Magazine, Fustini’s products are imported from artisans and small batch
producers worldwide to their shops in downtown Traverse City, Petoskey, Holland & Ann Arbor. This
basket features gourmet dipping oils. Donated by Donna Kelley.
8.
Wire Candle Holder
Donor Value: $80
This lovely candle holder from Greensmith florist will add ambiance to your home this fall. Donated
by Tina Slayton.
9.
Stationary Basket
Donor Value: $60
Keep up on your correspondence with the notecards, envelopes and writing materials in this darling
chest! In this day of emails, wouldn’t a hand-written note mean something to someone special in
your life? Donated by Pam Sikora.
10.
Minnesota Martini in Michigan!
Donor Value: $80
Get ready to entertain! The vodka in this package is made with wheat and corn that is grown and
distilled in Minnesota. This package includes Opulent vodka, Shakers vodka, two mixers,
two glasses, and gourmet olives in vermouth! Donated by Pat Felt-Gunderson.
11.
Movie Basket
Donor Value: $75
Whether wanting to stay home or longing to go out, escape reality with an evening at the movies!
This package contains snacks for the evening, a popcorn bowl, two $5 Mancinos gift certificates,
four tickets for admission to West Columbia 7 and two gift certificates for Family Video. Donated by
Heather Chick, Family Video, Mancinos and West Columbia 7.
12.
Wine Basket
Donor Value: $215
This beautiful basket filled with five bottles of incredible wine (one valued at $40 alone!) will be the
perfect start to your holiday party. Donated by Todd Lassen, Lassen Buick Cadillac.
13.
Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre
Donor Value: $80
Enjoy a full evening of entertainment at Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre! This package for two includes
tickets to the show and Cornwell’s famous dining experience. In fact, it’s the food that puts
Cornwell’s on the map! Donated by Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre.
14.
Kitchen Supply Basket
Donor Value: $60
This includes brightly colored items to stock your kitchen, including paring knives, chef’s knife,
tapas cookbook, spices, spoons, placemats...everything but the kitchen sink! Heat up the house by
starting something exciting in the kitchen this fall.
15.
Starlight Tours - Travel in Style Package
Donor Value: $185
This is the perfect trip to prepare for the holidays - make some money in Detroit, then spend it in
style in Chicago! This package includes two tickets to the Greektown Casino in Detroit, and two
tickets for a day of shopping in downtown Chicago. It’s like two mini-vacations in one!
Donated by Starlight Tours & Travel.
16.
Kellogg’s Cooking Basket
Donor Value: $50
Get ready to spend some time in the kitchen with the breakfast expert - Kellogg’s! This package
includes a Kellogg’s apron, canister set, Veggie Burger Cookook, Gourmet Cooking for Dummies,
Rice Krispy Cookbook and a Kellogg’s Cookbook along with a Tony Tiger shopping bag. Donated
by Heather Chick.
17.
Romantic Picnic Basket
Donor Value: $125
Isn’t now the time for a little romance? Items include a hand-designed “Sit, Stay, Drink” wine glass,
the game Wineopoly, a bottle of Sassy Rose wine and a bottle of Yellow Tail Merlot, four
plastic plates, four plastic tumblers, dog-shaped bottle stopper, food and wine cookbook,
two wine glasses and a Woodwick Candle. Donated by MEGA- BEV, Tina Slayton.
18.
Amethyst Ring
Donor Value: $80
This lovely ring, size six, will compliment your autumn-colored wardrobe. Donated by
Tina Slayton.
19.
Original Jewelry Creation - 1
Donor Value: $20
This original necklace is created and donated by Katharine Werme Hermsen.
20.
Original Jewelry Creation - 2
Donor Value: $20
This original necklace is created and donated by Katharine Werme Hermsen.
21.
Original Jewelry Creation - 3
Donor Value: $20
This original necklace is created and donated by Katharine Werme Hermsen.
22.
Original Jewelry Creation - 4
Donor Value: $20
This original necklace is created and donated by Katharine Werme Hermsen.
23.
Original Jewelry Creation - 5
Donor Value: $20
This original necklace is created and donated by Katharine Werme Hermsen.
24.
Handcrafted Shell Necklace - 1
Donor Value: $20
The necklaces are made from Florida shells and handmade by Donna’s mom and her friends in
Sun City Center, FL. Of course, they have special lucky powers, bringing good luck and positive
energy to the highest bidder! This original necklace is donated by Donna Thede.
25.
Handcrafted Shell Necklace - 2
Donor Value: $20
The necklaces are made from Florida shells and handmade by Donna’s mom and her friends in
Sun City Center, FL. This original necklace is donated by Donna Thede.
26.
Great Harvest Bread Basket
Donor Value: $40
This tasty basket, picked up today and created specially for the Whisker Mixer, is filled with bakery
items fresh-made! Donated by Great Harvest Bread Company.
27.
I Love Cats StarChaser Fun Basket
Donor Value: $100
Have some fun with your favorite feline!! Enjoy a rousing game of StarChaser with kitty. After, she
can relax in her comfy cat bed while you relax with a cat-shaped bottle of Riesling wine. Items
include a reversible cat bed, novelty sign, cat-themed New Yorker 2011 Date Planner treats,
assorted toys, large container of catnip, StarChaser Turbo cat toy and two children’s cooks, signed
by the author Peggy Krause. Donated by Robin Dickmann and Peggy Krause.
28.
Office Pet Basket
Donor Value: $145
Becoming the office pet is easy - just bring snacks! This package will surely help you win friends
and influence people and includes a two-cup Cuisinart Coffee-to-Go Maker, four different kinds
of gourmet coffee, two mugs, Bigby coffee, certificates for three dozen donuts from Sweetwater’s
and a gift certificate for a Boston Cream Pie from Continental Bakery. Donated by Continental
Bakery, Melissa Sawyer and Sweetwater’s Donut Mill.
29.
Dog Treat Basket
Donor Value: $70
Your best friend will be delighted when you bring this basket home! Items include a bag of
rawhides, Eukanuba food, two animal-themed movies on DVD, dog photo frames, Beneful snacks,
Smart Bites, Denta Stix, Iams treats, Science Diet treats and a ceramic dog-house tea light holder.
30.
Michigan State Tailgate Fun Package
Donor Value: $50
Victory for MSU! Watch the game in style with this tailgate fun package. Items include a six pack
of assorted Arcadia beers, MSU-themed fun football, water bottle/thermos, bottle opener, cheese
spread, party necklaces, pretzels and stickers, all in a MSU cooler. Donated by Heather Chick.
31.
Feathered Friends Basket
Donor Value: $95
Help your feathered friends and de-stress by enjoying nature with our feathered friends basket.
Items include a bird feeder, bird house, hummingbird feeder, hummingbird nectar, Nyjer seed sock,
suet feeder, suet, sunflower seed and two gift certificates to Nottawa. Donated by Nottawa Gas
and Wild Bird Supplies and Pat Felt-Gunderson.
32.
Best Friend Basket
Donor Value: $90
Have a special dog in your life who deserves some special treatment? This is the basket for you!
Items include Very Berry Biscuits, dog shampoo, a tea-cup bed, Tummies Biscuits, Greenies, bone,
brush, Iams treats, an automatic pet feeder and a Nottawa Gift Certificate. Donated by Nottawa
Gas and Wild Bird Supplies.
33.
Izzy’s Choice Dog Basket (Small Breed)
Donor Value: $50
Izzy knows what’s good, and likes to be stylish! This black and white themed basket includes two
pet bows, pet brushes, a leash, placemat, dog sweater, rope chew toy, Iams Little Dog
Snax, framed “goal in life” statement and an original crocheted dog dress. Donated by Laura
Stewart & Tina Slayton.
34.
Halloween Fun Basket
Donor Value: $85
Have your own little Halloween party with this fun basket, which includes a six-pack of Dead Guy
Ale, a pumpkin light, four sparkling wine glasses, two bottles of vampire blood wine and
spider earrings. Donated by Sarah Lincoln.
35.
Autumn Entertainment Basket
Donor Value: $80
Enjoy the harvest time and plan a party with this autumn-themed basket including a Yankee Candle
“Pumpkin Patch,” candy corn dish, cookie cutters, decorative bowl, cheese spreaders, Yankee
Candle plug-in scent, six-pack of pumpkin beer, four short bat-decorated glasses and a pair of
spider earrings. Donated by Sarah Lincoln.
36.
GHS Guitar Trio
Donor Value: $170
Get your rock on with these items from GHS! This trio of musical equipment includes a Rocktron
Rampage Bass 10 amp, bass strings and a t-shirt. Donated by GHS and Bernie Squires.
37.
Bundle of Joy Basket
Donor Value: $100
Preparing for your own bundle of joy? Have an upcoming baby shower? This basket will set a
human-baby off to a great start! Items include Animal Faces Book Set, Peek a Book, a piggy bank,
ABC board book, Dr. Seuss DVD, baby body suits, pink stuffed kitty and a beautiful
handmade quilt. Donated by Pam Sikora.
38.
Perfume Basket
Donor Value: $315
Everyone likes to smell nice! This basket contains designer fragrances sure to please, including Liz
Claiborne, Calvin Klein Secret Obsession, Paloma Picasso, Tommy Hilfiger Dreaming, Calvin Klein
One Summer, Guess and a Woodwick Candle “Green.” Donated by Tina Slayton.
39.
Cooper’s Choice Dog Basket
Donor Value: $85
Cooper’s been around for awhile and he knows the best toys and treats for big dogs! This basket
includes a dog towel, doggy shampoo, tennis balls, aardvark, pilot chicken, rope goose, pheasant,
pet throw, frisbee, rubber brush, leash, rawhide strips, Smart Bites, Doggie Tricks ‘n’ Treats
and a visor. Donated by Pam Sikora.
40.
Handmade Quilt
Donor Value: Priceless
This beautiful handmade item has a quilted top and back, with machine quilting by Rosemary.
Proceeds from the auction of this item go to the Bryan Thomas Fund to help sick and injured
shelter animals. Donated by Pam Sikora and Rosemary Bernath.
41.
Santa’s Tree
Donor Value: $40
Are you in the holiday spirit already? You’ll love this little tree in a hand-painted Santa bucket.
42.
Italian Dinner Basket
Donor Value: $55
Ready for a romantic dinner with someone you love? This basket will provide all the necessary
ingredients! Items include peppers, marinara sauce, capers, alfredo sauce, sun dried tomatoes,
vinegar, pasta and a bottle of Promiscuous red wine. Donated by Keith Easterday.
43.
Woodwick Fall Fragrance Basket
Donor Value: $175
The leaves are turning colors, there is a crispness in the air...fall is here for sure! Celebrate it and
scent your house with this basket of candles, including Woodwick “Redwood” candle, “Autumn
Orchard” candle, “Applewood” candles, “Orange Gingersnap” candle, “Cider” candle, “Fireside”
reed diffuser, “Autumn Wreath” potpourri, “Cinnamon Stick” votives and a “Redwood” car
scent. Donated by Robin Dickmann.
44.
Making Memories
Donor Value: $300
Capture your cherished memories with a $100 gift certificate from Craft Photographic Gallery, and
place your images in a collection of photo frames, including a digital frame. Donated by Craft
Photographic Gallery and Kate Ambrose.
45.
Handcrafted Rug
Donor Value: $220
Decorate your home with this beautiful rug. Donated by Michigan Tile and Carpet.
46.
Central Michigan University Fan Pack
Donor Value: $190
Go, Chippewas! Show your team spirit in this collection of college gear, including an XL jersey,
t-shirt and track jacket, along with a CMU football and gift certificates to Pastrami Joe’s! Donated by
Central Michigan University Bookstore and Pastrami Joe’s.
47.
Family Fun Basket
Donor Value: $125
Enjoy some quality time with your family. This basket includes a sports bag, basketball, Urban Myth
game, Team Active gift certificate, Pastrami Joe’s gift certificates, DVDs and an Airway Fun
gift certificate (four two-hour wristbands – unlimited bowling with shoes, laser tag, laser maze,
balladium, bumper cars and mini-golf). Donated by Airway Fun Center, Pastrami Joe’s and
Team Active.
48.
Gardening Basket
Donor Value: $100
Worried about the upcoming winter? Don’t be - start planning your spring planting! This basket
contains a watering can, bulbs, humming bird feeder and nectar, gloves, garden decorations, a
glass ornament and flower bulb kits. Donated by Jenny Barnett and Chapman’s Garden Center.
49.
Painted Tiles
Donor Value: $100
These lovely tiles form a wildlife scene for your wall. Donated by Jenny Barnett.
50.
Ray Closson - Original Photography
Donor Value: Priceless!
Framed original photograph of daisies - beautiful! Donated by Ray Closson.
51.
Beveled Glass Candle Holder
Donor Value: $80
This beautiful hand-made item is sure to brighten a dark space in your house! Donated by Tina
Slayton.
52.
Halloween Spook-tacular!
Donor Value: $90
Ready for a frightfully good time? Enjoy this basket which includes Mad Hatter beer, tequila and
margarita mixer, candy corn, spider votive candles, movies, owl and moon stand, Halloween
lantern, skull tray and a Monaco Bay gift card. Donated by Tina Slayton, Kim Tabor and the Reedy
Corp.
53.
Kids’ Basket
Donor Value: $80
Have a special child in your life? This basket will make a nice gift to celebrate a school
achievement, or would be a nice gift for a birthday. Items include play-dough,colored
pencils,Crayola markers, Crayola side walk chalk,finger paint,shaped bands cake making station,
silly string wax, Jax,coloring book and a snap hand. Donated by Mindy Curry.
54.
Sally’s Princess Basket
Donated by Sally McCann.
Donor Value: $125
55.
Dog Lover’s Basket
Donor Value: $100
Take care of your pooch (and yourself!) with this incredible basket! Items include Royal Canin
treats, denta stix, wolf-themed photo frame, Bone Appetit Gourmet Dog Treats, Caesar treats, box
of waste bags, travel bowl, zaney dog toy and a $50 gift certificate Irwin Avenue Animal Hospital.
You can spend your evening curled up with a good book, The Dog Who Healed a Family,
and a bottle of Double Dog Dare Cabernet! Donated by Jennifer Aschenbrener and Bone Appetit.
56.
Cat Lover’s Basket
Donor Value: $100
Autumn is the perfect time to curl up on the couch with your favorite feline. While you enjoy a bottle
of Gato Negro wine, kitty will enjoy a blue cat food dish, mice toys, octopus bat and scratch toy, lint
roller with refills, kitty photo frame, catnip, a self-warming Slumber Party mat and a $50 gift
certificate to Irwin Avenue Animal Hospital. Donated by Jennifer Aschenbrener.
57.
Original Artwork - Painting by Sharion Farrell
Donor Value: Priceless!
This colorful 8x18” original painting by Sharion Farrell, “Laughing Dogs” is an award-winning piece
at the Michigan Artists Competition! Item includes gift cards with painting image. Donated by
Sharion Farrell.
58.
Ladies Seiko Watch
Donor Value: $185
This beautiful gold-tone ladies Seiko watch will help you keep track of the time in style! Donated by
King Jewelers.
59.
Stained Glass Watch - 1
Donor Value: $55
Stained glass watch, blue/green. Donated by GlassWear by Janet Kincaid.
60.
Stained Glass Watch - 2
Donor Value: $55
Stained glass watch, pink. Donated by GlassWear by Janet Kincaid.
61.
Homemade Soaps and Fragrances Basket
Donor Value: $75
Are you ready for some pampering? This lovely basket includes handmade soaps and fragrances
and a $50 gift certificate to Southern Exposure Herb Farm. Donated by Southern Exposure.
62.
Custom Photo Setting by Al Lassen
Donor Value: $175
Capture your loved ones (and pets!) with this two hour photo session located in the greater Battle
Creek area. This package includes one 12x8 and a disk of high resolution images that can
be printed. Donated by Al Lassen.
63.
Flower Haus Sampler
Donor Value: $50
Feeling a bit peckish? This lovely basket is sure to satisfy! You’ll enjoy a Marshall mug, carmel
corn, garlic hot pepper jelly, summer sausage, cheese ball mix, pretzels and Warner “Classic
Blush” wine. Donated by the Flower Haus.
64.
The Winter Evening at Home Basket
Donor Value: $150
Curl up at home in your favorite chair with this lovely handmade pillow and accessories from
Marshall for a cozy winter evening. Enjoy a good book courtesy of Barns & Noble and stay
warm with Godiva hot chocolate while you pamper yourself with other wonderful Godiva chocolate
treats. Donated by Patricia Felt-Gunderson and Robin Dickmann.
65.
Pampered Pets Doggie Spa Collection
Donor Value: $60
We know what the best-looking dogs need to stay so pampered! This basket contains a
dog blanket, certificate for a pet wash, bites treats, a ball, dog jersey and a leash. Donated
by Doggie Spa and Care Center.
66.
Christmas Basket
Donor Value: $80
Are you anxious for twinkling lights and holiday music, even in July? Love the warmth of a snowy
day and the closeness of loved ones? This basket will put you right in the holiday spirit!
Items included are three Christmas towels, a teddy bear,ornaments, lights, two pillows, a picture
frame, book, place mats, winter album, candle holder and lotion. Donated by Michelle Hill.
1.
Companion Cats - Feast for the Felines
Donor Value: Priceless
Help feed the felines! Companion Cats, one of the Humane Society’s partnering agencies,
provides foster homes for homeless cats until they find loving forever homes. The purchase of this
wheelbarrow of food will help provide care for fostered felines, while the proceeds from this auction
help the animals in the Humane Society’s shelter!
2.
University of Michigan Football Package
Donor Value: $400
Go Blue! Support your team in person with this exciting football package! Winning bid will receive
two tickets to the October 16 game against Iowa, two tickets to the November 6 game against
Illinois, a U of M blanket, two U of M seat warmers, two U of M thermos cups, U of M doggy
jersey and gift certificates to Pastrami Joe’s. Mia Kelly, Katie Dickmann, Jen Cappell,
Heather Chick, Mike and Libby Caron of Pastrami Joe’s and Laura Stewart.
3.
Detroit Professional Sports Memorabilia Package
Donor Value: $300
This gift is for the individual who loves - and supports - Michigan sporting teams, regardless of
season or success! The winning bidder will receive a Detroit Red Wings hockey puck signed
by #13 Pavel Datsyuk, a Detroit Tigers baseball signed by Rick Porcello, a Detroit Lions signed
photograph of Julian Peterson and two tickets to a pre-season game of the Detroit Pistons. Items
donated by the Detroit Lions, Detroit Pistons, Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Tigers teams.
4.
Car Mania Package
Donor Value: $300
Have a need for speed? This is the package for you! First, you’ll go on a Nascar-style ride along.
Then take care of your car with a collection of interior and exterior detailing certificates from
Remington Car Wash and two oil changes at Goodyear Tire & Hi-Tech Service. Finally, treat
your family to a day of fun at the Gilmore Car Museum. Donated by Jenny Barnett, Gilmore
Car Museum, Goodyear Tire & Hi-Tech Service and Remington Car Wash & Detailing.
5.
Binder Park Zoo Behind the Scenes Tour
Donor Value: Priceless
South Central Michigan has a true gem with Binder Park Zoo! No doubt you’ve visited the facility
countless times, but have you ever been on a behind the scenes tour? Spend some quality
time with the animals and staff members at the zoo, including some one-on-one time
feeding snacks to the giraffes! You’ll receive a framed photo of the giraffes to remember this special
day. Donated by Binder Park Zoo.
6.
Arts and Culture Odyssey
Donor Value: $800
Enjoy the very best of arts and culture with this incredible package. You’ll enjoy a Zone II
Symphonic Sampler voucher package from the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra, two season
passes from the Battle Creek Symphony Orchestra and tickets for two to a Kalamazoo Civic
Theatre show. Complete your evening of entertainment with dinner for two at Webster’s in
Kalamazoo, including appetizer, entree, dessert, non-alcoholic beverages and gratuity. Donated by
the Battle Creek Symphony Orchestra, Kalamazoo Civic Theatre, Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra
and Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites.
7.
Land, Air and Sea
Donor Value: $750
You’ll enjoy time on all three with this incredible package. First, go under the water with a scuba
class for six from Sub-Aquatic Sports & Service. Next, stretch your land-legs with a day pass, gear
and lesson for two new climbers at Climb Kalamazoo. Finally, feel the rush of flight with two
packages from Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation - one hour flight in the Cirrus
Flight Simulator for two, and a half hour flight in the air for you! You’ll be hungry after all that activity,
so you’ll be able to enjoy a meal with gift certificates to the Corner Bar and Grill! Need a less
physically-active evening? Make use of four movie passes to Rave Motion Pictures! Donated by
Climb Kalamazoo, Corner Bar and Grill, Rave Motion Pictures, Sub-Aquatic Sports & Service and
Western Michigan University - College of Aviation.
8.
Arcadia Brewing Company Tasting Tour
Donor Value: $150
Join Chef Sean Kelly for a tour and tasting of locally brewed beer with your friends. This unique
package for six will provide tasty fun! Donated by Arcadia Brewing Company.
9.
Golfing with Brenda
Donor Value: Priceless
Enjoy 18 holes of golf at the Battle Creek Country Club, followed by a gourmet lunch with the
sparkling company of Brenda Hunt from the Battle Creek Community Foundation! Not only will you
enjoy your time on the course, you will have the ability to converse with a woman who truly has the
inside track on our community. Donated by Brenda Hunt.
10.
Sunny Florida Condominium
Donor Value: $1,000
Feel the need to get away? Enjoy your yearly vacation at Vacation Villas in Titusville, Florida! This
two bedroom, two bath condo, unit #6A available September 23-30, 2011, has an outdoor pool
onsite. The Kennedy Space Center is nearby. Merritt Island’s National Wildlife Refuge (140,000
acres) offers self-guided trails and auto routes through Florida’s natural setting. In downtown
Titusville, enjoy antique shopping and fine restaurants. Resort guests are invited to visit the local
petting farm at no cost. Less than an hour east of Orlando and only 25 miles from Cocoa Beach,
Titusville is the central location for your Florida vacation! Donated by Ann Gallagher.
11.
Laura’s Gourmet Catering Hors d’eouvers
Donor Value: $250
Have a party without all the worry! Laura’s Gourmet Catering will create delicious appetizers for 12
(your choice of five items). Donated by Laura Walters.
12.
Beauty for Life
Donor Value: $1,250
Take the very best of care of yourself with this package of beauty. First, enjoy services at Dolce
Salon with a $50 gift certificate. Then, improve the quality of your skin with a package of three skin
tightening sessions at New Day Family Medicine & Medical Spa. Donated by Dolce Salon and New
Day Family Medicine & Medical Spa.
13.
Fun in the Sun
Donor Value: $825
Now is your chance to get away from it all! This package provides round trip airfare for two to
locations in Florida from Kalamazoo through Direct Air. Since you’re going somewhere warm and
sunny, you’ll need a new pair of sunglasses - perfect, since you’ll have a gift certificate for a
new pair from Rx Optical! Donated by Direct Air and Rx Optical.
14.
Best of Local Golfing Package
Donor Value: $500
You’ll get to experience the very best of local golfing at amazing courses in our area with this
package, which includes two umbrellas, two coolers, six buckets of range balls at Bobick’s, 18
holes of golf and a cart for four at Cedar Farms, 18 holes of golf for two at Gull Lake View, two
rounds of golf with cart at the Medalist and two rounds of golf with cart at Yarrow. Donated by
ABC Warehouse, Bobick’s, Cedar Farms Golf Course, Gull Lake View Golf Course, Medalist
Golf Club and Yarrow.
15.
Western Michigan University Ultimate Fan Package
Donor Value: $550
Are you WMU’s biggest bronco? Show your team spirit with this incredible package. You’ll enjoy
tickets for four to a football game, tickets for four to a basketball game and tickets for four to a
hockey game. Dress in the proper attire with three hoodies and two t-shirts, and two men’s
gold-tone watches! Don’t forget to grab a bite on the way with gift certificates to Pastrami Joe’s and
Monaco Bay. Donated by Pastrami Joe’s, Reedy Corp. and Western Michigan University.
16.
Eleanor DeVries - Original Watercolor
Donor Value: Priceless
This beautiful framed watercolor will brighten any space. Donated by Robin Dickmann.
17.
Scrapbook Maniac!
Donor Value: $400
You’ll be all set to record and preserve your most important family memories with this unique
package. All needed supplies are included, such as stamps and ink pads, markers, three albums,
assorted paper, markers, etc. all in a rolling storage case. Donated by Robin Dickmann.
18.
Tina’s Lobster Dinner
Donor Value: $200
Enjoy fantastic food and even better company with a lobster dinner made for you at the home of
Phil and Tina Slayton on Fine Lake. Meal includes cocktails, appetizers, stew, lobster and dessert.
It’s an evening you won’t soon forget! Donated by Phil & Tina Slayton.
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Michigan. He was a kennel technician at the shelter. He had an incredible love for animals, and was dedicated to their comfort and care. Bryan lost his life in a roadside explosion on September 4, 2008 in Baghdad, Iraq. A fund was created in his honor. Animals that need extra help to survive and thrive when they
enter the shelter receive care through donations made in Bryan’s honor.
Willie, Colin, Dixon
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The Humane Society of South Central Michigan is the area’s nonprofit advocate, sanctuary
and source for companion animals since 1887.
The agency’s mission is:
• to protect animals from suffering and cruelty
• to provide safe and responsible care for
unwanted or abused companion animals; and
• to enhance the lives of animals and people
through education, adoption, and foster care.
We believe in second chances at the Humane Society of South Central Michigan.
Our service area includes all of Calhoun County and parts of Kalamazoo, Barry
and Branch counties. We keep animals as long as it takes to find a good home for
adoption once the animal passes temperament testing and is checked for good
health. The Watkins Road shelter, also known as “The Animal House,” cares for up
to 100 animals a day, and adopts out more than 500 animals a year. Countless area
residents use the Society’s animal care, adoption and education programs each year.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Friday noon to 6:00pm
Saturday - 11:00am to 4:00pm
Closed Sunday and Monday
2500 Watkins Road, Battle Creek, MI 49015
Phone: 269.963.1796
Fax: 269.963.3365
www.hs-scm.org