Silent Auction 2010 Watch for details about our 2012 Silent Auction in late summer!
Thanks to all of our online and live auction bidders! Over $16,000 raised!!
Get Aways!
| Item # | Auction Items To bid online - email your bid with your contact information to silentauction@holmescamp.org |
VALUE | OPENING BID | CURRENT BIDS |
| #1001 | A weekend get-away for eight at HOLMES.
Stay in the Steidl Cabin and spend a weekend away from chores and commitments! Grab your family and friends and escape to a 500 acre oasiswhere all meals are prepared for you and your biggest decision is whether to hike along beautiful trails, boat or fish on 3 sparkling lakes, play games or take in the local sights – a short, scenic drive away is the Culinary Institute of America, Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s home, the Vanderbilt Mansion, West Point, and the beautiful Hudson River Valley. Skiing available at nearby Thunder Ridge or Catamount,
Dec 17-19, 2010 |
$1,250 | $300 |
$75 |
| #1002 | A Montauk beach weekend for 2Spend a weekend for 2 at Solé East, a newly renovated, landmark American Tudor building, about a mile from the pretty village of Montauk, on the eastern most tip of Long Island. Luxuriate by the heated pool on the over-sized St Tropez-like sunning beds or take advantage of the hip yet healthy inn restaurant. Donated by Dave Ceva of Solé East Any weekend November 1, 2010 to May 1, 2011 |
$500 | $150 Increments of $50 |
$300 |
| #1003 | A relaxing weekend for 2 in Greenport Village, Long IslandHistoric Townsend Manor Inn was built by a whaling captain in the early 1800s and converted into an inn in the 1920s. Just a short walk are the colorful shops and bustling docks of picturesque Greenport Village -- a short drive away are miles and miles of clean, uncluttered beaches on L.I. Sound and Peconic Bay -- as well as vineyards, golfing, and horsebackriding to name but a few pleasures. Or just settle into a lawn chair by the water and enjoy the cooling sea breezes while viewing the many beautiful yachts docked at the marina. Donated by Scott Gonzales Any weekend November 1, 2010 to May 1, 2011 |
$300 | $90 Increments of $50 |
$90 |
| #1004 | Long Beach Island Cottage for up to 8 people
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$1000 | $300 Increments of $75 |
$300 |
| #1005 | Comfortable Ludlow Vermont Home for two days (weekend) or three (mid week) days
Two weekend days or three mid week days. No pets, No Smoking. Dates to be arranged. Donated by Shodie and Paul Alcorn in honor of David and Linda Burpee. |
$900 | $270 Increments of $50 |
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| #1006 | A Fishing Day at HOLMES: One person only 2011 weekend in April, May or early June OR September /October |
$300 | $90 Increments of $50 |
$90 |
| #1007 | Cottage in the Finger LakesRelax and enjoy a quiet summer week at a cozy, lake-front, 3- bedroom cottage on crystal clear Cayuga Lake. The cottage is located on the west shore in the midst of upstate New York's Finger Lakes wine country. Donated by friend of Holmes, Rev. Ariel Verdesi, the cottage has a full kitchen, bath, and private dock. Area attractions include boating, fishing, award-winning wineries, waterfalls, Ithaca, and Cornell University, or just evening star gazing! |
$1000 | $300 Increments of $75 |
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| #1008 | A sunset cruise for 4 on the Hudson RiverSpend a leisurely 2 hours on the beautiful Hudson River enjoying the best views in Manhattan while cruising abouard the Aequitas, a 34-foot sailboat. Set sail at the cocktail hour and enjoy drinks and hors d'oeuvres with Katherine Henderson, President of Auburn Seminary, and her husband Charles. The boat will depart from the West 79th Street Boat Basin. Sail to take place in Spring 2011 |
$600 | $180 Increments of $50 |
$180 |
| #1009 | A Southwestern escape for twoThree nights at Ghost Ranch, the PCUSA’s adobe-style, national conference center near the village of Abiquiu, New Mexico. - surrounded by the beautiful desert vistas that inspired Georgia O'Keefe's magnificent paintings. Ghost Ranch also includes a famous palaeontological site preserving Triassic dinosaurs. 50 miles away is Santa Fe,a traveler’s delight, offering a rich multicultural heritage evident in its world-renowned art, architecture, music and cuisine. It is home to hundreds of art galleries and many world-class museums as well as outdoor pleasures -- hiking, biking, and skiing. Donated by Holmes Board member Mark Hostetter and Alex Habib Note -- each room contains a twin and double bed with attached bathroom, wireless service, and free parking. Excludes Memorial Day 2011 thru Labor Day 2011 |
$500 | $150 Increments of $50 |
$200 |
| #1010 | A Fishing Day at Holmes!Your guide -- Fred Frost (he really knows where the fish are!) One person only -- a weekend in May or June, date to be agreed upon in advance |
$300 | $90 Increments of $50 |
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| #1011 | New England Weekend Getaway
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$700 | $210 Increments of $75 |
$210 |
| #1012 | A Sunset cruise
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$450 | $135 Increments of $75 |
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| #1013 | A Ski Lesson
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$150 | $45 Increments of $25 |
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| #1014 | A Unique Camping under the Stars Experience
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$700 | $210 Increments of $75 |
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| #1015 | All Aboard for a BIKING tour!
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$425 | $425 Increments of $50 |
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| #1016 | Backstage in the "Little Big City"
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$350 | $105 Increments of $50 |
Kids
| Item # | Auction Items To bid online - email your bid with your contact information to silentauction@holmescamp.org |
VALUE | OPENING BID | CURRENT BIDS |
| #1080 | Child's Birthday Party for up to 20 kids
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$350 | $150 Increments |
Professional Services
| Item # | Auction Items To bid online - email your bid with your contact information to silentauction@holmescamp.org |
VALUE | OPENING BID | CURRENT BIDS |
| #1040 | Your personal handyman for a day!Paul Verdesi, Holmes' own fix-it wonder, and without whom Holmes would never have operated as smoothly as it has these past 35 years, will come to your home for up to 8 hours and perform small project handyman duties. So get that fix-it "to do" list together! Tasks to be discussed in advance, i.e. minor repairs, light plumbing, minor electrical work or carpentry can all be discussed. Date and time by mutual agreement; all work activity to be determined and agreed upon in advance. |
$1000 | $300 Increments |
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| #1041 | Everyone should have an ESTATE PLAN Includes up to four hours of consultation and will preparation by estate planning /elder law attorney, Linda Burpee, Esq., past staff member and active friend of Holmes. |
$1000 | $300 Increments of $75 |
Fine Cuisine
| Item # | Auction Items To bid online - email your bid with your contact information to silentauction@holmescamp.org |
VALUE | OPENING BID | CURRENT BIDS |
| #1020 | Dinner for Two - a special evening at the legendary Salmagundi ClubJoin Holmes Board member John and Eloise Morehouse for a tour behind the scenes of the members-only Salmagundi Club, America's oldest artist club (past members include Louis C. Tiffany and architect Stanford White), founded in 1870 and located at 47 Fifth Avenue. Dinner with John and Eloise will follow the tour Date and time to be determined by mutual agreement |
$150 | $75 Increments |
$75 |
| #1021 | Dinner in YOUR HOME for FOUR presented by your PERSONAL CHEF!You're tired of entertaining your friends in restaurants but cooking at home for more than two takes more energy than you have after a long week at work. Let a true professional come to your rescue! A former Holmes camper and staff member, Mark Ainsworth began his cooking career during camp summers at Holmes, then trained at the Culinary Institute of America, and is now a professor at CIA where he teaches predominantly professional chefs who come back to CIA for classes. Mark will come to your home and prepare the menus of your choice for you and your guests. You can even hang out in the kitchen as Mark cooks and get an impromptu cooking lesson from this chef who has cooked all over the world. Does not include cost of ingredients for which Mr. Ainsworth will shop and be reimbursed. |
$400 | $120 Increments of $50 |
$120 |
| #1026 | Dinner in YOUR HOME for SIX presented by your PERSONAL CHEF!You're tired of entertaining your friends in restaurants but cooking at home for more than two takes more energy than you have after a long week at work. Let a true professional come to your rescue! A former Holmes camper and staff member, Mark Ainsworth began his cooking career during camp summers at Holmes, then trained at the Culinary Institute of America, and is now a professor at CIA where he teaches predominantly professional chefs who come back to CIA for classes. Mark will come to your home and prepare the menus of your choice for you and your guests. You can even hang out in the kitchen as Mark cooks and get an impromptu cooking lesson from this chef who has cooked all over the world. Does not include cost of ingredients for which Mr. Ainsworth will shop and be reimbursed. |
$600 | $180 Increments of $50 |
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| #1027 | Dinner up at HOLMES for EIGHT presented by your PERSONAL CHEF!Includes Overnight Accommodations at AGAPE You're tired of entertaining your friends in restaurants but cooking at home for more than two takes more energy than you have after a long week at work. Let a true professional come to your rescue! A former Holmes camper and staff member, Mark Ainsworth began his cooking career during camp summers at Holmes, then trained at the Culinary Institute of America, and is now a professor at CIA where he teaches predominantly professional chefs who come back to CIA for classes. Mark will come to Holmes and prepare the menus of your choice for you and your guests. You can even hang out in the kitchen as Mark cooks and get an impromptu cooking lesson from this chef who has cooked all over the world. Does not include cost of ingredients for which Mr. Ainsworth will shop and be reimbursed. Breakfast at AGAPE is included. Date and menu to be determined in consultation with Mr. Ainsworth plus confirmation of HOLMES availability dates thru Holmes Staff. |
$1200 | $360 Increments of $75 |
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| #1028 | Bring the magic of the Culinary Institute of America home! Donated by friend of HOLMES Mark Ainsworth |
$70 | $20 Increments of $15 |
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| #1029 | Napa Valley Reserve Trio A trio of reserve offerings from three of the great Napa Valley vineyards, from the marvelous year 2002. Donated by Holmes board member Mark Hostetter and Alex Habib |
$350 | $105 Increments of $50 |
$200 |
| #1030 | Napa Valley White Rock Cabernet TrioA delicious vertical of a little known Napa vineyard with some big taste (and a little more reasonable pricing!) -- their 'Claret', a Bordeaux style merigage blend of primarily Cabernet Sauvignon. 2001 White Rock Napa Valley Claret Donated by Holmes Board Member Mark Hostetter and Alex Habib |
$120 | $36 Increments of $15 |
$36 |
| #1031 | 1999 Cabernet Reserve TrioA trio of reserve offerings from 1999, a slightly more mature vintage. Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Donated by Holmes Board Member Mark Hostetter and Alex Habib |
$350 | $105 Increments of $50 |
$200 |
| #1032 | Dinner for Two - a special evening at the legendary Salmagundi Club47 Fifth Avenue, NYC Date and time to be determined by mutual agreement |
$149 | $45 Increments of $25 |
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| #1033 | Molyvos - an evening of superlative Greek Cuisine
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$150 | $45 Increments of $25 |
$45 |
| #1034 | A Trio of Special Wines from California and Spain
Donated by Imran Ahmed of East Village Wines (138 First Avenue, New York 10009) -- Arranged by Holmes Board member Jim Speer |
$100 | $20 |
$20 |
Entertainment/Sporting Events
| Item # | Auction Items To bid online - email your bid with your contact information to silentauction@holmescamp.org |
VALUE | OPENING BID | CURRENT BIDS |
| #1050 | Fencing Masters NYC CompetitionNovember 17, 2010 Join Tim Morehouse and other Olympic saber Medalists from around the world for an extraordinary evening dedicated to the unique sport of fencing. A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit those hoping to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. 2 tickets and 2 complimentary drinks during cocktail hour 3-7 pm Expo includes Event Poster signed by Olympic saber Medalist Tim Morehouse Go to www.fencingmastersnyc.com for more details Donated by John and Eloise Morehouse |
$180 | $54 Increment of $25 |
$55 |
| #1051 | AL PACINO in THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
Don't miss this opportunity to see a legendary actor in one of his most famous roles! It's one of the hottest tickets of the 2010-2011 theatre season with only 78 performances by Al Pacino as Shylock! Donated by Board Member Rev. Krystin Granberg |
$270 | $81 Increments of $25 |
$81 |
| #1052 | An enchanted evening for 4 at Boscobel for the Hudson River Shakespeare Festival
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$200 | $60 Increments of $25 |
$85 |
| #1053 | An Opera Lover's Dream Evening
Metropolitan Opera House, Grand Tier, Center Donated by Joan Ryan |
$178 | $55 Increments of $25 |
$100 |
| #1054 | An Opera Lover's Dream Evening
Metropolitan Opera House, Grand Tier, Center Donated by Joan Ryan |
$178 | $55 Increments of $25 |
$100 |
| #1055 | Cheer on the KNICKS in Person!NY KNICKS vs PHOENIX SUNS donated by Freddie Brooks, President, Binding Products arranged by Board member Charles Daniel |
$144 | ||
| #1056 | An evening of Bowling for a party of 10
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$150 | $45 Increments of $25 |
$50 |
| #1057 | A round of Golf for 4
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$116 | $35 Increments of $25 |
$81 |
| #1058 | THE ULTIMATE BASKETBALL GAME EXPERIENCE!
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$500 | $150 |
One of a Kind
| Item # | Auction Items To bid online - email your bid with your contact information to silentauction@holmescamp.org |
VALUE | OPENING BID | CURRENT BIDS |
| #1060 | A Collection of Fair Trade Coffees and Teas1 Package of Regular Coffee Donated by friends of HOLMES at Equal Exchange.com |
$100 | $30 Increments of $10 |
$40 |
| #1062 | Machine Stitched "Lap Quilt"
Donated by the Fifth Tuesday Quilters |
$350 | $150 Increments of $50 |
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| #1063 | Wrestling Bull and Bear Sculpture
Sculpture is 7 1/2 inches tall and 12 inches wide. Donated by Holmes Board member Steven Bischoff |
$350 | $150 Increments of $50 |
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| #1064 | Baseball autographed by Jim "Catfish" Hunter
Donated by Bob Sellar |
$300 | $90 Increments of $50 |
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| #1065 | NY YANKEE Baseball
Donated by Bob Sellar |
$75 | $25 Increments of $15 |
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| #1066 | Michael Patterson's "PSALM 33 - Sing a new song unto the Lord"16" x20" giclee
Arranged by John Morehouse |
$200 | $60 Increments of $25 |
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| #1067 | Bob Mueller's "Matthew 18:12-13"14 x 11 gyclee The verse - "What do you think? If a shepherd has a hundred sheep, and one of them has gone astray, Bob Mueller writes " this verse is especially meaningful to me as it reflects, to a great deal, my own Arranged by John Morehouse |
$225 | $70 Increments of $25 |
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| #1068 | Handcrafted Necklace and Earrings Set
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$45 | $15 Increments of $10 |
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| #1069 | One-of-a-kind Swarovski™ crystal bracelets
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$150 | $45 Increments of $25 |
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| #1070 | Refurbished Dell D600 Computer
Donated by Holmes Board member Jim Burke |
$200 | $60 Increments of $25 |
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| #1071 | Refurbished Dell D600 Computer Donated by Holmes Board member Jim Burke |
$200 | $60 Increments of $25 |
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| #1072 | Refurbished Dell D600 Computerwith 512 Mb RAM and 50 Gb Hard Drive Donated by Holmes Board member Jim Burke |
$200 | $60 Increments of $25 |
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| #1073 | MEMORIES OF GIVERNYset of 3 photographs (each 8" x 10"), framed Donated by Board Member Rev. Krystin Grandberg |
$300 | $85 Increments of 25 |
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| #1074 | MEMORIES OF GIVERNYset of 2 photographs (each 8" x 10"), with mats Donated by Board Member Rev. Krystin Grandberg |
$125 | $45 Increments of 25 |
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| #1075 | LONG AGO IN A GALAXY FAR FAR AWAYIf you remember the thrills of seeing these words on the big screen, then this is a collection you will want! A perfect way to share your memories with your kids or grandkids -- 8 figurines featuring characters from the original STAR WARS film trilogy, most in unsealed boxes (R2D2, Lando Calrissian, Hans Solo, Ben Obi Wan Kenobi, Queen Amadala) as well as Luke Skywalker with a Glass Tumbler and a Star Wars Wall Clock, and 500-piece jigsaw puzzle -- all in mint condition. |
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| #1076 | "Rowboat and Gulls - Long Island Sound"
Mr. Day, a member of The First Presbyterian Church of Northport, Long island, is a retired pilot who is also an artist and cartoonist. His work has been featured in art shows around Long Island. |
$150 | $45 Increments of $25 |
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| #1077 | "Lighthouse on Long Island Sound"
Mr. Day, a member of The First Presbyterian Church of Northport, Long island, is a retired pilot who is also an artist and cartoonist. His work has been featured in art shows around Long Island. Donated by Russell Day -- arranged by Homes Board member Jim Burke |
$150 | $45 Increments of $25 |
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| #1078 | "Eagle Alighting - Long Island Sound"
Mr. Day, a member of The First Presbyterian Church of Northport, Long island, is a retired pilot who is also an artist and cartoonist. His work has been featured in art shows around Long Island. Donated by Russell Day -- arranged by Homes Board member Jim Burke |
$150 | $45 Increments of $25 |
* All items must be paid for at end of evening. Any item in Silent Auction not claimed and paid for by 10 pm Thursday, Oct.28, 2010 will go to second highest bidder unless previous arrangements have been made.
All purchases are "as is". All sales are final. The Holmes Presbyterian Camp & Conference Center claims no responsibility or liability for any purchased items, or action resulting from use of said item or service. The center disclaims any warranties express or implied. All questions regarding the application or interpretation of these conditions is in the sole discretion of the Holmes Presbyterian Camp & Conference Center. By making a bid on this page, bidder agrees to the above conditions.


May bring up to 16 at additional pp fee of $150 pp
Note: Steidl has 4 bedrooms with bunk beds, 2 bathrooms, kitchenette, meeting/dining area with a covered front porch.
This charming 'traditional' Cape Cod shore home has 3 bedrooms plus a sofa bed in the living room, two full baths (one is handicap accessible) and is situated only 4 houses away from the beach. Additional amenities -- a great outdoor shower, flower garden, two newly renovated sun rooms, two outside decks, a back deck with a new gas grill, wifi, cable TV (2) and DVD, washer/dryer (upstairs near the bedrooms), local phone access plus a fully stocked kitchen - microwave, coffee maker, ice maker, blender, etc. Walking distance to a great ice cream parlor, grocery store and other goodies!
Lovely, comfortable Vermont home located in Ludlow, VT. Five minutes from Okemo Ski area and close to golf or kayaking in the summer. Or enjoy hiking and the fall colors in autumn. Sleeps 8.
Your guide -- William Key (he really knows where the fish are! see photo)
with a culinary "how to" book
Thursday, December 2 - 7:00 pm
A certificate for 4 weekday tickets to the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, a critically acclaimed, regional, nonprofit theater company that performs at
Richard Wagner's DIE WALKURE for ONE
Lap Quilt (55" x 62") constructed by our friends the "Fifth Tuesday Quilters". Patches artfully arranged by master quilters. Decorative finish quilting done by hand. Bid now to prepare for warm winter evenings.
Bring the classic struggles of Wall Street to your home or office. This bronze
Calling all boys (and girls) of summer! Take home a magic memory with this baseball signed by Yankee Great Jim "Catfish" Hunter
Michael Patterson is one of only 9 American painters in the past 100 years chosen to repreent the US in the prestigious Societe Nationale des Beaux-Arts exhibit at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris.
A unique opportunity to own a copy of Mr. Mueller's painting since he does not usually do giclee prints
a butterfly motif against a gold and black background -- made of kiln-fired glass
Don't miss this opportunity to own a pair of Swarovski™ crystal bracelets, custom designed for you by friend of Holmes Kathy Frost. Made of 6mm sized crystals, you can choose the color assortment of the crystals for each of the 2 bracelets -- to be worn separately or as a pair..
with 512 Mb RAM and 50 Gb Hard Drive
watercolor by Russell Day
watercolor by Russell Day
watercolor by Russell Day