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1 Under the Big Top! JUC’s 2017 Aution Catalog Live Auction Authentic Homemade 6 Course Chinese Dinner Authentic 6 course Chinese dinner prepared by Julia Meade, Chinese native and accomplished cook. Menu will be customized to the tastes of the lucky bidders and served in Julia's Superior, CO home. Wine and dessert included. Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. Donor: Julia Meade Six Available. Bloody Mary Breakfast Enjoy a yummy Eggs Benedict breakfast with JUC friends while you mix a liquid vegetable drink at our Bloody Mary bar. Yes, it's decadent, but you deserve a relaxing Saturday morning. Don't miss this epic weekend event! Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 9 a.m. Donor: Sarah Reeves & Aaron Nelson 10 Available. Five Course Celebration of Caribbean Cuisine Escape the doldrums of snow and ice to eat, drink and celebrate the vibrant foods of the Caribbean. Bart and Joan Alexander will prepare and serve five distinct courses including special drink pairings, with each course representing one of the distinct cultures of the region. Fiesta and beach attire encouraged. This item is not suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Saturday, January 20, 2018, 6:30 PM. Donor: Joan and Bart Alexander Eight Available. Grand Lake Cabin 3-Night Stay 2 bed, 2 bath +loft cabin (sleeps 6) with unobstructed lake/mountain views. The home features two master bedrooms, each with a queen bed, 3/4 bathroom, and walk-in closet. Luxury linens, down pillows, and comfortable (brand new) mattresses & light-blocking curtains ensure a great night's sleep. Upstairs there is a large loft (12' x 16') with two twin beds (we even have bedrails for young kids) and a table for games or puzzles and comfy chairs for snuggling up with a good book. Available January-May. www.vrbo.com/745714 Donor: Beth & Parker Fleming Greek Dinner Fusion with Famous Cincinnati Chili Join with a group of fellow gourmands to enjoy an intimate evening of Greek music, hors d'oeuvres, fine wines and traditional retsina. Then sit down to savor Cincinnati Chili, the original Macedonia-inspired Makaronia me Kima, served 2, 3, 4 or 5-way as made famous by Skyline Chile in the Midwest, and paired with delicate mini cheese chili coneys and our classic Greek salad. Baklava, dessert wine and ouzo to follow, and a chance to sing at the player piano. Saturday, June 23, 2018 6:00 PM. Donor: Tom Reiley and Linda Cobb-Reiley Eight Available. Kennedy Space Center Astronaut Training - Consignment Astronaut Training Experience (ATX) 14 and Older Program for (2) - Saturdays Only. Lunch With a NASA Astronaut for (2) Kennedy Space Center Admission for (2) Guided Tour of either Discover Kennedy Space Center or Cape Canaveral for (2) 4 night stay at one of the following participating properties, subject to availability. Hyatt Place Orlando/Universal Hyatt Place Orlando Airport Hyatt Place Lake Mary/Orlando Coach Class round trip service for (2) from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguous United States to Orlando, FL. New York Broadway Show and Dinner Package (NO AIRFARE) Bright Lights, Big City! Get swept away in the magic that is New York City with your very own Broadway Experience. Start the night off right with dinner at one of five upscale New York restaurants. Choose from three of the most famous seafood restaurants in New York – Blue Fin, located in the heart of Time Square, Blue Water Grill which includes live jazz and classic seafood dishes or A local favorite for 15 years, Atlantic Grill has been serving the finest seafood since

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Under the Big Top! JUC’s 2017 Aution Catalog

Live Auction

Authentic Homemade 6 Course Chinese Dinner

Authentic 6 course Chinese dinner prepared by Julia Meade, Chinese native and accomplished cook. Menu will be

customized to the tastes of the lucky bidders and served in Julia's Superior, CO home. Wine and dessert included.

Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. Donor: Julia Meade Six Available.

Bloody Mary Breakfast

Enjoy a yummy Eggs Benedict breakfast with JUC friends while you mix a liquid vegetable drink at our Bloody Mary bar.

Yes, it's decadent, but you deserve a relaxing Saturday morning. Don't miss this epic weekend event! Saturday, February

3, 2018 at 9 a.m. Donor: Sarah Reeves & Aaron Nelson 10 Available.

Five Course Celebration of Caribbean Cuisine

Escape the doldrums of snow and ice to eat, drink and celebrate the vibrant foods of the Caribbean. Bart and Joan

Alexander will prepare and serve five distinct courses including special drink pairings, with each course representing one

of the distinct cultures of the region. Fiesta and beach attire encouraged. This item is not suitable for vegans and

vegetarians. Saturday, January 20, 2018, 6:30 PM. Donor: Joan and Bart Alexander Eight Available.

Grand Lake Cabin 3-Night Stay

2 bed, 2 bath +loft cabin (sleeps 6) with unobstructed lake/mountain views. The home features two master bedrooms,

each with a queen bed, 3/4 bathroom, and walk-in closet. Luxury linens, down pillows, and comfortable (brand new)

mattresses & light-blocking curtains ensure a great night's sleep. Upstairs there is a large loft (12' x 16') with two twin

beds (we even have bedrails for young kids) and a table for games or puzzles and comfy chairs for snuggling up with a

good book. Available January-May. www.vrbo.com/745714 Donor: Beth & Parker Fleming

Greek Dinner Fusion with Famous Cincinnati Chili

Join with a group of fellow gourmands to enjoy an intimate evening of Greek music, hors d'oeuvres, fine wines and

traditional retsina. Then sit down to savor Cincinnati Chili, the original Macedonia-inspired Makaronia me Kima, served

2, 3, 4 or 5-way as made famous by Skyline Chile in the Midwest, and paired with delicate mini cheese chili coneys and

our classic Greek salad. Baklava, dessert wine and ouzo to follow, and a chance to sing at the player piano. Saturday,

June 23, 2018 6:00 PM. Donor: Tom Reiley and Linda Cobb-Reiley Eight Available.

Kennedy Space Center Astronaut Training - Consignment

Astronaut Training Experience (ATX) 14 and Older Program for (2) - Saturdays Only. Lunch With a NASA Astronaut for (2)

Kennedy Space Center Admission for (2) Guided Tour of either Discover Kennedy Space Center or Cape Canaveral for (2)

4 night stay at one of the following participating properties, subject to availability. Hyatt Place Orlando/Universal Hyatt

Place Orlando Airport Hyatt Place Lake Mary/Orlando Coach Class round trip service for (2) from any major metropolitan

airport in the 48 contiguous United States to Orlando, FL.

New York Broadway Show and Dinner Package (NO AIRFARE)

Bright Lights, Big City! Get swept away in the magic that is New York City with your very own Broadway Experience. Start

the night off right with dinner at one of five upscale New York restaurants. Choose from three of the most famous

seafood restaurants in New York – Blue Fin, located in the heart of Time Square, Blue Water Grill which includes live

jazz and classic seafood dishes or A local favorite for 15 years, Atlantic Grill has been serving the finest seafood since

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1998. Their fresh sushi, delectable raw bar and inventive dishes make for a standout culinary experience. Or add a little

spice to your life at Dos Caminos, an authentic Mexican restaurant that boasts the most genuine Mexican cuisine and

over 100 quality tequilas. You can see how it is quickly becoming a celebrity hot spot!

The night doesn’t end there. Next, it’s off to a Broadway show of your choice. Get swept away in the beauty that is The

Phantom of the Opera, or roar along with The Lion King. So many options to choose from, your only problem will be

choosing one! *Please note Hamilton is not a part of this package.

Rural El Salvador One-Week Hosted Stay

Stay with member Patty Lawless in her simple house in rural El Salvador. Travel to and from the airport in El Salvador,

housing and meals provided. Air transportation to El Salvador (usually $550-$750/person) and tourist card ($10/person)

are not provided.

Accommodations for up to 4 people. Visit with local residents in the rural farming community of Papaturro, in rural

Cuscatlan. Participate in and observe community life, including a rural school, clinic, micro lending committee,

scholarship program and farming and animal husbandry. Meet local community leaders and listen firsthand to the

history of the repression and exile during the war and the incredible determination of the Salvadoran refugees to

resettle their land against all odds. Practice your Spanish! Patty will provide a daily Spanish lesson, if requested. She will

also be able to interpret for you if you do not speak Spanish. Enjoy day trips to the regional colonial town of Suchitoto

and the World Heritage archaeological site of Joya de Ceren, a remarkably preserved indigenous farming village from c.

AD600. Other day excursions can be arranged at additional cost. Redeemable for one week between July 10 - August 15,

2018 Donor: Patty Lawless

Spring Break in Steamboat Springs

Three nights at the Wyndham Resort in Steamboat Springs. This is a two-bedroom deluxe condo with full kitchen and

fireplace designed to sleep six (one king, two twin beds as well as a queen size pullout in the LR). It features easy access

on the south side of Steamboat Springs with underground parking and a shuttle to the ski lifts or Town Center. Other

guest amenities include a heated indoor pool, sauna and steam bath plus several outdoor hot tubs. Relax, ski, snowshoe,

or hit the hot springs for a great long weekend! Only available on March 24-27, 2018 Donor: Melinda McGann

Summertime in Vail

Enjoy a week at our beautiful 3-bedroom + loft, 3-bath town home in East Vail (Vail Racquet Club) for 6 nights and 7

days. Convenient for hiking, biking and exploring in the mountains. The resort features free use of Gore Creek for

fishing, swimming and tubing as well as a park with playground facilities - or you can enjoy indoor swimming, tennis and

racquetball for a daily fee. There's also free shuttle bus service to Vail Village, avoiding the cost and worries of parking.

Saturday, June 9 - Saturday, June 16, 2018. Donor: BJ & Bud Meadows

Winterpark Condo

Beautiful, modern 3-bedroom, 3 bath condo in Winterpark. Sleeps 11 people. Walk to downtown, and the condo is on

the bus route. Great in both winter and summer! See vrbo.com/505260 for more photos and reviews. 2 night, 3 day

weekend stay subject to availability. Or purchaser may choose a 2 night, 3 day weekday stay. Great skiing in the winter,

perfect for mountain biking and hiking during the summer months. Donor: Sean & Corbett Kepler

Arts, Crafts & Collectibles

"Moontide" by Charles Vickery

Charles Vickery proof print "Moontide", framed and signed. Outside dimensions 45 inches by 36 inches. Minimum Bid:

$250 Donor: June McMillen

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"Old House in Bourgogne, France" by Paul Lecomte

Paul Lecomte etching, signed and framed. Outside dimensions 33 inches by 29 inches. Minimum Bid: $100 Donor:

June McMillen

"The Great Heron Feeds"

Canvas print (16”x22”) of a Great Blue Heron photo taken by Melinda last November. Includes Wendell Berry’s poem,

“The Peace of Wild Things.” Minimum Bid: $30 Donor: Melinda McGann

"Van Gogh, Gaugin, and I" by Eddith Buis

Block print by Eddith Buis (member of First Unitarian Church of Omaha). unframed, signed and numbered 5/6. Outside

dimensions: 15 inches by 23 inches. Minimum Bid: $16 Donor: June McMillen

"Winter Dusk": Original Serigraph

Signed, limited edition, peaceful winter scene print features blues, browns and, white. Includes the perfect gold frame.

Minimum Bid: $75 Donor: Martha Johns

Amish-made Handwoven Rug

This blue & green with off whites runner, measuring 40" X 26", was handwoven in western New York State by Fanny

Byler, an Amish woman. Fanny is single, and she helps support herself and her parents by weaving hundreds of rugs

each year in her tiny workshop and salesroom located on her family's farm. Here, she heats her shop with a

woodburning stove throughout the winter and weaves enough rugs to sell during the summer market season. Enjoy this

colorful, machine washable and dryer-safe rug and its special story in your home. Minimum Bid: $35 Donor: Carolyn

Thomas

Antique Platform Rocker

Unique antique rocker from an historic Blackhawk home, dating from the early 1900s or late 1800s. Subtle upholstery

and n very good condition. Minimum Bid: $80 Donor: Dan & Carole Blake

Autumn Leaf Wall Hanging

Original, sparkly wall hanging by Sue Lewis measures 21" by 15". It evokes the subtle fall tones of aspen leaves and an

autumn forest with multiple tones of gold, taupe, and cream. Textures include embroidered fabric, felt stones, and a

beautiful preserved leaf. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: Nadine Swahnberg

Ceramic Pot - Black and White

Unique saggar technique black and white pot. 6.5"x 6". This decorative pot does not hold water. Minimum Bid: $15

Donor: Stan Dragul

Ceramic Pot - Copper

Lovely saggar technique copper-colored pot. 12" x 15". For admiration only, does not hold water. Minimum Bid: $18

Donor: Stan Dragul

Collectors Playing Cards from Around the World

A collection of 50+ sets of playing cards from around the world. Perfect for families who want to collect items that are

small and not costly and have fun doing so over the years, as I did with my daughter. Value listed might be close to the

cost of cards yet some have a higher market value now.... so the word we might be looking for is "priceless." Minimum

Bid: $200 Donor: Lark Birdsong

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Cozy Pillows with Dogs

Connect with the ones that love to cuddle and get belly rubs with these Cozy Shop "Dog in Hat and Scarf" and "Dog with

Holiday Wreath" Throw Pillows. Celebrate your love for pets by cuddling up with these adorable pet pillows. Minimum

Bid: $20 Donor: Lark Birdsong

Hand Crocheted Bedspread

Unique, hand crocheted cotton bedspread for a double bed. Imported from Portugal. Minimum Bid: $60 Donor: Anne

Kotch

Handmade Sensory Comfort Basket

Relax and enjoy local honey, hand made soap, herbs and scrub to delight the senses. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: Karen

Ksiazek Wilson

Lava Lamp

This lava lamp has a beautiful blue color and should be used only by children over the age of 12 years, as it does get very

warm while it's on. Minimum Bid: $10 Donor: Kit Dwyer / Firsthand Memories

Painting: Around and Around

Framed abstract painting by JUC member, Courtenay White. Brilliant colors will brighten your home and your day!

Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: Courtenay White

Painting: Flowers Busting Out

Outstanding framed painting by JUC member, Courtenay White. Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: Courtenay White

Painting: Mexican Villa

Abstract, colorful framed painting by JUC member, Courtenay White. Minimum Bid: $60 Donor: Courtenay White

Painting: Mountain with Desert Flower

Framed painting in subtle, southwest colors by JUC member, Courtenay White. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Courtenay

White

People Pot #1

Back by popular demand! Here's your chance to own one of Gretchen Larson's amazing People Pots. Minimum Bid: $30

Donor: Gretchen Larson

People Pot #2

Don't miss your chance to own a whimsical People Pot created by Gretchen Larson! Minimum Bid: $30 Donor:

Gretchen Larson

People Pot #3

People Pot created by Gretchen Larson - a great conversation starter for your home or office. Minimum Bid: $30

Donor: Gretchen Larson

People Pot #4

A traditional JUC auction item - popular People pots made by Gretchen Larson. Don't miss this year's chance to own

one! Minimum Bid: $30 Donor: Gretchen Larson

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Quilted Snowmen Wall Hanging

Adorable wall hanging in fall colors with intricate embroidery. Brighten your home with the first snowmen of the season!

Minimum Bid: $17 Donor: Derrith Bartling

Spirit of the Horse

Beautiful picture of two horses on slate. Sure to please any horse lover! Minimum Bid: $28 Donor: Lark Birdsong

"Tales of the Wyoming Open"

Book, 2004, 8" x 5.5", 159 pages. Describes the golf tournament held each year in Cheyenne, its history, and its amateur

and pro players. The book also describes my participation in the event for over 30 years and my relationship with my

parents and friends,etc. Betty Lynn Ferguson read the book and provided a very positive review! Minimum Bid: $5

Donor: John L. Lufkin President, Golden Publishers

"Travels With Rosie" and Other Short Stories

Book, 8" x 11", about 90 pages in length, with tons of pictures. Includes interviews with Eric, Keith, and Wendy.

Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: John L. Lufkin President, Golden Publishers

Vintage Silvered Glass 3 Part Dish

Entertain in style with this lovely vintage glass 3 part dish with silver accents. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Pam Bond

Vintage Silvered Glass Footed Dish

Unique vintage glass footed dish with silver accents. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Pam Bond

Vintage Silvered Glass Pitcher

Classic design vintage glass pitcher with silver accents. Sure to be admired! Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Pam Bond

Vintage Silvered Glass Platter

Beautiful vintage glass platter with silver accents. A lovely addition to your table! Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Pam Bond

Vintage Silvered Glass Stemmed Dish

For display or serving, enjoy this vintage glass stemmed dish with silver accents. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Pam Bond

"Waitress" Performance at DCPA

Two Orchestra Level tickets for Waitress. Saturday, December 23, 2017 at 2 p.m. Inspired by Adrienne Shellyc’s beloved

film, Waitress tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, who dreams of a way out of her small town and

loveless marriage. A baking contest in a nearby county and the town’s new doctor may offer her a chance at a fresh

start. Jenna must summon the strength and courage to rebuild her own life. Don’t miss this uplifting musical celebrating

friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie. Minimum Bid: $80 Donor: Theresa Tomich

Culture, Music & Performance

A Dinner and Symphony Adventure

Robert and Cindy Latham will take you to the Performing Arts Center via light-rail; treat you to dinner at the Limelight

Restaurant and to the Denver's Symphony's rendition of Copland's Rodeo. Friday, April 6, 2018 Minimum Bid: $80

Donor: Robert & Cindy Latham

Academy Awards Party

You don't need to be in Hollywood to receive celebrity treatment on Oscar Night. You'll walk the red carpet, dine on a

buffet dinner honoring the Best Picture nominees, watch the show, and compete in an Oscar pool with fabulous prizes

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...all while hobnobbing with other movie fans. It's the next best thing to the Vanity Fair party! Sunday, March 4, 2018,

5:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $45 Donor: Gillie & Tripp Bishop

Alpaca Jazz with Julia

A backyard concert with the fabulous Julia Wilson and friends. She will entertain with her unique blues, jazz and eclectic

music style. The setting will be the Klisis' Bluebird Farm, complete with Alpacas and other animals to pet. An evening of

fun with hors d'oeuvres and drinks provided in the Kilsis' spacious back yard. Saturday, September 8, 2018 at 5:30 p.m.

Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Julia Wilson, Debbie & Chas Klisis, Julie & Elizabeth Duhegraham, Ed & Darcy Stanton

An Evening of Love and Sugar!

Join Sophia's Journey for an evening of music, dessert, and companionship. We'll sing love songs for Valentine's Day, but

not just for couples. We'll sing songs of love for nature, love for justice, and love of community. We'll also treat you to

homemade desserts. Saturday, February 10, 2017 at 7 p.m. Minimum Bid: $10 Donor: Pat Emery

Best Picture Series (1983): Terms of Endearment

Shirley you don't want to miss this tearjerker starring Shirley MacLaine, Debra Winger, and Jack Nicholson! Enjoy a

Terms of Endearment-themed dinner and watch the film, then discuss it over dessert. Friday, April 6, 2018 6:00 PM.

Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Gillie & Tripp Bishop

Best Picture Series (1984): Amadeus

Bring the whole Wolfgang to an Amadeus party. We'll dine on an 18th century feast and then enjoy the film, dessert,

and discussion. Saturday, April 28, 2018, 5:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Gillie & Tripp Bishop

Best Picture Series (1985): Out of Africa

Kenya believe your luck? You have the chance to enjoy an African feast, followed by viewing this romantic Meryl

Streep/Robert Redford film. Saturday, June 30, 2018, 6:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Gillie & Tripp Bishop

Best Picture Series (1986): Platoon

Watch this groundbreaking Vietnam War movie after a Platoon-themed dinner. We'll follow the movie with dessert and

discussion. Saturday, July 28, 2018, 6:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Gillie & Tripp Bishop

Best Picture Series (1987): The Last Emperor

We welcome you into the Forbidden City for a delicious Chinese meal, viewing of this film about China's last emperor,

dessert, and discussion. Saturday, September 29, 2018, 6:00 PM Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Gillie & Tripp Bishop

Brunch and "Her Paris" at the DAM

Delicious brunch at fun, funky City O City, followed by a visit to the new Denver Art Museum exhibit "Her Paris, Women

Artists in the Age of Impressionism." Friday, January 5, 2018 10:00 AM. Note: Brunch reservations are at 10:30 am,

followed by timed ticket entry to the Denver Art Museum exhibit at 12:30 pm. Everything included! Minimum Bid: $35

Donor: Paula and Jeff Menten

Classical 6-String Guitar (photo needed)

Great starter guitar for youth or adult. Wide neck - easy on fingertips and easy to play. About 35 years old, new strings

included. Minimum Bid: $80 Donor: Craig Williamson

Degas Exhibition at the DAM

Join Jane and Linda for fun and fine food at the Denver Art Museum next spring. The Degas exhibition will showcase

prolific French artist Edgar Degas’ works from 1855 to 1906. More than 100 works consisting of paintings, drawings,

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pastels, etchings, monotypes, and sculptures in bronze will be on view. We'll follow our visit with a gourmet lunch

(included) at Palettes. Wednesday, April 18 at 10:30 AM. Minimum Bid: $80 Donor: Jane Keen & Linda Horn

Dinner and a Movie: "Milagro Beanfield War"

Join us for a marvelous Mexican dinner at the Ropes' house, followed by a viewing of the cult classic, "The Milagro

Beanfield War." You will laugh and cheer as the downtrodden locals beat the big land developer! 5:00 pm, Friday,

January 26, 2018. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: Linda & Lev Ropes

Dinner and Play: "Detroit '67"

Come to our home for dinner and conversation before carpooling to the Curious Theatre to watch "Detroit '67", a play

about Motown, racial tensions and riots. Friday, January 12, 2018 6:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: Wendy Williams

and Betsy Brown

Spring Forward Concert

Come enjoy songs to celebrate the coming of Spring, featuring some of JUC's finest musicians. Laura Stone, Julia Wilson,

and Robert Felty will entertain you as you await spring's arrival. Sunday, March 11, 2018 at 6 p.m. Minimum Bid: $20

Donor: Robert Felty

The King and I, 1956 Movie Musical

Watch this great movie with Yul Brynner as the King and Deborah Kerr as Anna Leonowens. The movie won Oscars for

best actor, best music and best costumes. Learn how Anna raised the Prince and taught him the lessons that led to the

end of slavery in Siam. History and education start at 1:30 PM. Snacks and drinks will be served at intermission. Movie

will start at 2 PM. Sunday, January 7, 2018 1:30 PM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Brad, Kerri and Katie West

Dining Out

Belgian Waffle Bar

Join us for a Belgian Waffle Bar Brunch. We will make the waffles and provide a variety of toppings for you to choose:

fruits, maple syrup, flavored butter and of course whipped cream. There will a choice of breakfast meats with a

vegetarian choice; also, coffee, tea, Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas with or without alcohol. Saturday, May 5, 2018 10:00

AM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Judy and Charlie Gangloff

British High Tea

Ladies, slip on your fancy gloves. Gentlemen, don your top hats. Join us for tea, coffee, lemonade, or something

stronger. We will serve gourmet sandwiches, scones with jam and clotted cream and other delicacies too numerous to

imagine. (Vegetarian and gluten free available). You will be entertained by old English and Scottish poets, writers, and

musicians. Sunday, May 20, 2018 4:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: Martha Johns and Charles O’Leary

Casual Pizza Party

Come join us for a casual pizza dinner. Start the evening with a delicious antipasto. Follow your appetizer with a Caesar

salad made with homemade Caesar dressing, and then share four different pizzas. We will finish the evening with a

selection of desserts including some that Mary Anne enjoyed on her trip to Italy. A selection of wine, beer and non

alcoholic beverages completes the menu! Saturday, January 20, 2018, 6:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: Judy and

Charlie Gangloff, Mary Anne Schiff

Comfort on a Cold Winter's Night

Do you love a hearty soup dinner on a cold winter night? If so, plan to join other soup lovers and share great

conversation and a favorite recipe. Bring enough soup for seven others to sample and send home some leftovers, along

with the written recipe (so no secret family recipes that can’t be spread far and wide). Your host and hostess will round

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out the meal with salad, bread and desert so come hungry. Saturday, February 24, 2018 4:00 PM Minimum Bid: $40

Donor: Kimberly Pugliese and Joe Huggins

Cuban Brunch

Cuban Brunch with the freshest minty Mojitos in Colorado! Expect black beans and yellow rice. Plantains-a-plenty and

optional meats. Save room for delicious flan for dessert! Saturday, May 19, 2018 12:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $30 Donor:

Mitch and Connie Grabois

Denver Botanic Gardens and Stroll

Springtime and the flowers are blooming! Join us at the Denver Botanic Gardens for a leisurely stroll through the

Gardens, followed by a bountiful vegetarian picnic beside the Monet Pond. You will be delighted by Mother Nature’s

beautiful displays and the yet to be named art installation, which are certain to be special. Please meet us in the Visitors

Center and plan to spend a few hours together for good conversation and food! Date subject to change if the Gardens

schedules a special event. Saturday, June 9, 2018 4:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Kimberly Pugliese and Joe

Huggins

Elegant Outdoor Beer Pairing Dinner

Beer and food go together well! We’ll serve just the right beers to complement an outdoor (weather permitting) dinner

of cheese board and appetizers, filet mignon with side dishes and a fabulous dessert. Saturday, June 9, 2018, 5:00 PM.

Minimum Bid: $55 Donor: Art Aspinall & Sara Mellen

Explore Denver's Santa Fe Arts District

An easy, pleasant walk to include outdoor frescoes, jewelry, and craft studios and anything else we might choose to

explore in the area. Possible tour of Su Teatro. Al fresco lunch at a local restaurant included. Wednesday, May 16, 2018

at 10 a.m. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: Merry Luckenbill, Kathy Covert, & Sara Lohaus

Friday Night at the Movies

Join Len and Katie Wheeler for their 24th annual Friday Night at the Movies. This year’s fine feature will be "The Fault in

Our Stars", a romantic comedy with a serious message. Adult movie food and drink to be offered during the movie,

followed by dessert and conversation at the film’s end. Friday, January 26, 2018 at 6:45 p.m. Minimum Bid: $30

Donor: Len & Katie Wheeler

Gluten Free Dinner

Gluten free appetizer, lasagna, salad, wine, and dessert. Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 6 p.m. Minimum Bid: $35

Donor: Diana Bright, Don Bishop, and Steve Sargent

Guatemalan Fiesta

Enjoy authentic Guatemalan food, drinks, and delighful American company at the Guatemalan Fiesta. Succulent meats,

fabulous sauces, and delicious desserts will be be served in a fun, casual atmosphere. Saturday, January 27, 2018 6:00

PM. Minimum Bid: $30 Donor: Marci and Maddie Sontag, Shann and Anna Jeffery

Italian Lunch in South Denver (Littleton)

Join Mary Anne and Linda for lunch at the newest Angelos Taverna at the Carboy Winery in south Littleton. Red brick,

weathered wood and stained glass set a cozy stage for creative pizzas, pastas and oysters at this Italian kitchen with a

full bar. The adjoining Carboy Winery boasts a spacious garden terrace with picturesque views. Sunday, April 29, 2018,

1:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: Mary Anne Schiff & Linda Horn

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July 4 Sticky Bun Breakfast

Don red, white, and blue and celebrate Independence Day with your hosts, The Sticky Bun Crew. Enjoy sticky buns,

sausage, fruit, and beverages on the JUC patio. Relax under the trees with good friends and good conversation.

Wednesday, July 4, 2018, 9:30 AM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: John & Nita Bradford, Dottie Massaro, Linda Bradford,

Linda Ropes, Rosie Lewis, Steve Sargent, Lyn Barber, Helen Santilli

La Comida de mi Gente, A New Mexican Dinner

Hosted by Beth Leyba & Jim Norland. Enjoy an evening of traditional New Mexican fare on the JUC patio; full menu to be

determined but will definitely include chile, frijoles, calabacitas, and more! Meal will be gluten free with the exception of

optional flour tortillas. Many menu items will be vegan. Friday, May 11, 2018 at 6 p.m. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Beth

Leyba & Jim Norland

La Cucina Italiana / Avery Italian Dinner

Travel through Italy savoring regional dishes from Venice to Palermo. Enjoy a 5-course feast with wine, from antipasto to

dolce! Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 6 p.m. Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: Susan and Jim Elliott

Mystery Dinner Party: A Murder on the Grill

Hey guys and dolls, we’ll be twisting our way back to 1959 for this cookout and mystery with hot food off the grill, cold

beverages (alcoholic and non), and some classic rock’n’roll. Unfortunately our party host, Tom Dooley, has gotten iced

over his hot grill -- and every one is a suspect! Will you figure out who the killer is? It won’t just be the Limbo having us

wondering how low you can go! Costumes encouraged. Saturday, April 14, 2018 5:30 PM Minimum Bid: $35 Donor:

Lisa & David Nickum

Overlook the 4th

Overlook the 4th of July Fireworks displays from afar at the Belfor's Green Mountain home. We'll share some light

munchies and beverages, and when it gets dark, see if we can figure out which city's fireworks we're watching.

Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Sara Mellen & Art Aspinall and Carolyn & Bailey Belfor

Sunday Brunch at the Bonefish Grill

Join Edna and Linda for Sunday brunch from the many menu offerings at the Bonefish Grill in Denver West. Good food

and drink accompanied by great conversation. Sunday, March 25, 2018, 1:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $55 Donor: Edna

Miller & Linda Horn

Thai Dinner In Your Home

JUC's Minister of Music, Keith Arnold, will bring all of the ingredients to your home and will prepare a sumptuous Thai

Dinner for you and five others. Keith provides the makings, creation, and serving; you provide the kitchen, venue, and

beverages. Along the way, you'll learn secrets of delicious Thai cooking that Keith learned while in Thailand. Date and

time to be arranged with buyer in August, 2018. Minimum Bid: $300 Donor: Keith Arnold

The Brunch Bunch at Bistro Colorado

Join George and Pat for brunch at Bistro Colorado in Evergreen. Select from a variety of delicious menu offerings and

enjoy delightful company. Sunday, May 27, 2018 at 12:30 p.m. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: George and Pat Nickel

The Brunch Bunch at Bonefish

Join George and Pat for brunch at Bonefish Grill near Colorado Mills. Select from a variety of delicious menu offerings

and enjoy delightful company. Sunday, February 4, 2018 at 12:30 p.m. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: George and Pat

Nickel

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The Brunch Bunch at Elways

Join George and Pat for brunch at Elways in Cherry Creek. Select from a variety of delicious menu offerings and enjoy

delightful company. Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 12:30 p.m. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: George and Pat Nickel

The Brunch Bunch at The White Chocolate Grill

Join George and Pat for brunch at The White Chocolate Grill in Park Meadows. Select from a variety of delicious menu

offerings and enjoy delightful company. Sunday, September 16, 2018 at 12:30 p.m. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: George

and Pat Nickel

Traditional English Afternoon Tea

Enjoy a lovely afternoon of conversation, tea, and a variety of tasty treats. Saturday, August 11, 2018 at 3 p.m.

Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Maria Davidson

Fun & Games

20th Annual Small Unitarian Beerfest!

You won’t want to miss this year’s beerfest! We’ll celebrate 20 years of beer with some of Art’s fantastic homebrews

and the usual buffet of substantial snacks. Attendees will bring 3 bottles (or the equivalent) of their favorite craft brew

for everyone to try. Homebrews encouraged, as well as unusual and international beers. Designated drivers: don’t sign

up at the auction; just come to the event and donate $5 at the door to cover the cost of food and nonalcoholic drinks.

Saturday, August 4, 2018 from 2:00 PM until the beer’s gone. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Art Aspinall & Sara Mellen,

John & Melissa Kaltenbach

2nd Annual Chili Cook Off and Bingo

Join us for the 2nd Annual Chili Cook Off at JUC! Don't have a great chili or cornbread recipe, no problem! Come to the

JUC commons, vote on your favorite entry and feast on the best chili and cornbread JUCers have to offer! Play Bingo

after most of the eating and voting is over. You may even win a Bingo prize! Salad and non-alcoholic beverages provided,

but you may bring your own beer and wine if you like. PLEASE NOTE! See Chili Cook Off for Cooks for more details.

Saturday, March 24, 2018 5:00 PM Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: Wendy Williams, Annie Scott, Mick Mortlock

3rd Annual Billiards and Brews Tournament

Billiards tournament in the Stanton home with Colorado beers and snacks. Who will win the coveted trophy this year? If

families with young children would like to attend, we will hire a babysitter to do a craft and watch a movie with the kids.

Saturday, April 14, 2018, 2:00 p.m. Minimum Bid: $30 Donor: Darcy & Ed Stanton

Art-n-Transit Field Trip

You're probably familiar with art walks!but did you know that in metro Denver, you can take several art train rides?

Thanks to RTD’ s Art-n-Transit program, you can enjoy an eclectic array of public art pieces at rail stations and bus

terminals throughout the metro area. Bob Wilson will lead the field trip traveling between Lakewood and Denver visiting

twelve stations and their art along the W Line. Trip starts at the Federal Center light rail station, 11601 W 2nd Place,

Lakewood, CO 80228) near Jason’s Deli - Union Boulevard and 2nd Avenue. Your hosts will supply all day rail passes.

Lunch will be on your own at Union Station. Those wishing to see more art can tour the G line to Arvada/Wheat Ridge

after lunch with Bob Wilson. Others take the W Line back to the Federal Center. See RTD website for more information:

http://www.rtd-denver.com/artnTransit.shtml. Details to be arranged. Saturday, May 19, 2018, 9:30 AM, with weather

day June 2. Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: Bruce Smith, Bob Wilson, Cheryl Ames

Awesome Autumn Picnic

A special opportunity for JUC women to join Linda Bradford, Linda Ropes, and Rosie Lewis for a day in the mountains.

Sunshine or rain, we’ll picnic together at Linda Bradford’s mountain house, enjoying the spectacular view from the deck.

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You can hike or just hang out. Or, bring a project if you wish—sewing, scrapbooking, etc.—while enjoying the

company of other JUC women. We will carpool from the JUC parking lot at 8:30 am and return by 5:00 pm. Friday,

September 14, 2018, 8:30 AM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Linda Bradford, Linda Ropes, and Rosie Lewis

Breakfast & Yard Games with the Bradfords

Join Nita and John Bradford on their deck for a hearty breakfast and visit, followed by yard games for those inclined.

Saturday, June 16 at 9:30 AM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: John and Nita Bradford

Chick Flicks and Chow

This item is part of each year's JUC auction, and this year we will celebrate with the movie "Same Time Next Year," the

classic film with Alan Alda and Ellen Burstyn. Dinner will span the decades. Who knows what will show up? Jello salad

from the 50's? Fondue from the 70's? Come with your memories from the 40's, the 90's, or anytime in between.

Saturday, March 31, 2018 5:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Paula Reed and Jane Keen

Craft and Crop to Your Heart's and Stomach's Content

Pull out that crafting project you never seem to have the time to finish!or that shoebox of photos you want to put in a

scrapbook. Throw ‘em in the back of you car and head over to Dea Brayden’s house for an entire day of no-pressure,

no-phone call, no-email creative accomplishment! Dea and Chris Sealy will provide a continental breakfast, a

scrumptious and healthy lunch, and encouragement. They need to finish their projects, too. Saturday, January 13, 2018

9:00 AM to 4 PM. Minimum Bid: $30 Donor: Chris Sealy and Dea Brayden

Fall Book Swap and Brunch

Clear your calendar and plan to attend the Fall Book Swap and Brunch. Bring two books to swap for two others. They can

be new or gently used, fiction or non-fiction, recently written or a classic. The only requirement is that they are books

you couldn't put down and hated to have end. Plan to spend a few hours together enjoying good food and conversation

with friends. This is an auction event you do not want to miss. Ask a regular attendee! Saturday, September 08, 2018

11:00 AM. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Kimberly Pugliese and Judy Douglass

Great Frontier Games and Beer

Visit our local brewery and enjoy games, comaraderie, and suds. Great Frontier is known for a variety of draft beers

including several reduced and gluten-free brews, if that's your preference. We'll provide snacks and beers. There are

games available at the brewery or bring along your favorite. Saturday, February 17, 2018 4:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $25

Donor: Carol & Jay Wilsey

Homemade/Handmade/Homegrown Swap

Do you love to grow, can, ferment, dry, mix, spin, knit, crochet, carve, blend, pour, dip, or stitch things beautiful, useful,

or otherwise nurturing? Join other makers and growers for a late-harvest afternoon and swap the fruits of your labors!

Here's how it works: bring a generous offering, enough to share with 5-7 other people. Go home with the treasures that

others have brought for you. We will enjoy sharing our goods and the stories behind them. I will provide seasonal snacks

and beverages. Sunday, October 21, 2018 2:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: Carolyn Thomas

I Will Watch Your Slideshow and Love It! #1

Do you have oodles of old family vacation slides, portraits of long gone ancestors, and other such miscellanea cluttering

your closets? Would you love to have one last slide show before donating all of this stuff to Goodwill? Well, Steve

Sargent is your dude. He will attend whatever sort of performance you choose, and will love it - including telling you

what a marvelous photographer you are. Date and time to be arranged with donor. Minimum Bid: $10 Donor: Steve

Sargent Two available.

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Ice Cream Social

Celebrate the end of summer with a Scrumptious ice cream social. Hot fudge, sprinkles, whipped cream, cherries and

lots of other yummy toppings. We will have it all! Bring your family and your appetite! Saturday, August 18, 2018 2:00

PM Minimum Bid: $5 Donor: Rob, Marci, Maddie, and Ryan Sontag

Inside Out Movie Viewing

Please join Jessica, Kathrine, Aria, Autumn and Brynn to view the movie "Inside Out." Dress as your favorite emotion.

Grownups can gather and discuss the "Puberdade" Button. Snacks will be provided. Purchase is for a kiddo and parent.

Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 2 p.m. Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: Julie, Elizabeth and Jessica Duhegraham

[email protected]

Noodles & Fun Party

Join Holly (15), Connor (13), and Devon (10) for fun making homemade noodles. While the noodles drying, create with

Legos, jump on the trampoline, build a fort, play ping pong, and/or have a Nerf dart war! We'll finish by eating noodle

soup featuring the noodles we made! Each bid is one spot. Saturday, March 3, 2018 3:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $10

Donor: Christine Leahy, Connor and Devon Leahy and Holly Ackermann

Pepsi Center Tour

Ever wanted to see behind the scenes at the Pepsi Center? Join Jim and Betty Lynn for a one and a half hour special

private tour. Saturday, December 9, 2017 10:30 AM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Jim Matera and Betty Lynn Ferguson

Pickleball...What's That?

Please join us at the Apex Simms Street pickleball courts. Whether you are new to the sport or a seasoned player, we

welcome you. Paddles, balls and refreshments provided. Laughs guaranteed. Tuesday, May 22, 2018 6:00 PM.

Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: Don and Jill Armstrong, Elaine Zerger and Jack Killough

Puzzle Basket

Get ready for hunkering down on cold winter days and nights with this basket of six jigsaw puzzles. Minimum Bid: $40

Donor: Sue Edwards

Scrabble Party

Head to the Saffer's after church for lunch, drinks and Scrabble. Sunday, January 21, 2018, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Minimum

Bid: $15 Donor: Trinity Saffer

Show and Tell Dinner Party

Attention travelers! I invite you to bring one of your treasured souvenirs to this show and tell dinner party. I will serve

appetizers, a hearty soup or casserole, good bread and butter, dessert, wine, beer and sparkling water. After dinner you

will each be invited to share the story of your treasured find. Monday, January 29, 2018 6:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $40

Donor: Kathy Covert

Spring Book Swap and Brunch

Clear your calendar and plan to attend the Spring Book Swap and Brunch. Bring two books to swap for two others. They

can be new or gently used, fiction or non-fiction, recently written or a classic. The only requirement is that they are

books you couldn't put down and hated to have end. Plan to spend a few hours together enjoying good food and

conversation with friends. This is an auction event you do not want to miss. Ask a regular attendee! Saturday, May 5,

2018 11:00 AM. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Kimberly Pugliese and Susie Streng

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Summer Lunch on the Deck

Come over and stroll around the Kalmes' gardens or just sit in the shade with a cool beverage. We'll gather on the deck

for a tasty lunch with great friends and conversation. Tuesday, June 26, 2018 11:00 AM. Minimum Bid: $30 Donor:

Carol and Murph Kalmes

Summer on the Patio: Dinner and Dominion

Start off summer with a "BBQ" meal on the patio and a card game with JUC friends. We'll grill some brats, salmon and

paleo veggies, and add some grateful bread, a sampling of local beers and not so local wines and ice cream and fruit.

We'll cap off the evening with a game of Dominion, a deck building game for all ages involving tremendous strategy.

Come hang under the lights and enjoy the fresh air of an early summer night. Saturday, June 2, 2018 6:15 PM.

Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: Karen Ksiazek Wilson & Gregor Wilson

Telestrations and Tasty Tapas

Guests will enjoy a selection of delicious tapas before playing Telestrations, a sit-down game of drawing and guessing

guaranteed to produce laughter. Saturday, January 13, 2018 6:00 PM Minimum Bid: $30 Donor: Al and Nancy White,

Jack Killough and Elaine Zerger

Throwback Sunday Afternoon of Fun!

It’s a wonderful Sunday afternoon when those 50’s TV icons, Ward and June Cleaver, have you over to grill burgers, play

yard games, and enjoy apple pie! In the JUC version, the Cleavers are the Hassingers, the Braydens and the Sealys. Just

like Daddio on the Patio, they’ll fire up the grill, make the cole slaw and baked beans, haul out the bean bags and the

ladder ball, and serve pie a la mode! Sunday, June 10, 2018 12:30 PM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Chris and Steef Sealy,

Dea and Bob Brayden, Kim and Jon Hassinger

Tour of the Longhopes Donkey Shelter

Join 15 other UU’s as we tour the Longhopes Donkey Shelter in Bennett (www.longhopes.org). Longhopes became a

501(c) 3 tax-exempt charity in 2000 and has been rescuing and rehabilitating donkeys ever since. We’ll meet at 1 PM on

June 2, 2018 for about 1½ hours. 0ur guide will tell us how Longhopes originated, explain the idiosyncrasies of donkeys

and relay the heartbreaking and heartwarming stories of our residents. You will actually be able to hug, pet and interact

with our donkeys one-on-one. We will end our tour by browsing the fabulous new gift shop, because who DOESN’T

need a t-shirt that says “I’m not stubborn, you’re impatient!” Saturday, June 02, 2018 1:00 PM Minimum Bid: $15

Donor: Pam Moser

Trampoline Dodge Ball at with Rev. Eric

Join Rev. Eric for a fun evening of trampoline dodge ball at Jumpstreet Colorado Mills. Players must be 8 years old and

up. Friday, February 23, 2018 at 7 p.m. Bid for the number of participants, though parents/guardians can come just to

watch. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Eric Banner

Yahtzee Supper Night

Come for a hearty soup (meat & vegan), salad, and dessert supper and a round-table evening of some friendly Yahtzee

fun. Meet new friends who enjoy food, games, and conversation. Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 5;30 p.m. Minimum Bid:

$30 Donor: Chris & Derrith Bartling

Get Out of Town

7th Annual Men's Overnight & Blackhawk Junket

Imagine bidding on the only Auction event where you could be paid to attend! (I'm serious). Join me for an overnight in

the mountains at the Bradford/Wilsey lodge. The event includes an afternoon of outdoor fun, followed by a hearty grill-

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fest dinner, then on to nearby Blackhawk seeking 'Lady Luck' at the casinos. Come up midday Saturday. I'll also provide

breakfast on Sunday. Saturday, August 18, 2018, 2:00 PM to Sunday, August 19. Minimum Bid: $65 Donor: Jay Wilsey

Christmas Tree Cutting Party

Bring your family for lunch and a Christmas tree. Cut your own tree (bring a saw, rope and work gloves) from the

Bradford/Wilsey forest. We will serve hearty soups, hot chocolate and cider and possibly have a fire for roasting

marshmallows, conditions permitting. Just 30-40 minutes from JUC to a great family afternoon. Sunday, December 3,

2017, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: Carol & Jay Wilsey

Estrogen Cabin

Join 5 other JUC women for the 2018 Estrogen Cabin Outing. We'll hike on snowshoes (or boots, if there's no snow),

relax in a rustic cabin, enjoy homemade meals, with b-day cake (it's the host's birthday weekend). Chat, play games, or

just chill in the cabin in Golden Gate Canyon State Park. Cabin fee, Saturday dinner, a hot beverage, Sunday breakfast,

nature's beauty, and delightful company all included! Saturday, January 6, 2018, 12:00 pm to Sunday, January 7.

Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: Christine Leahy

Family Campout on the Saint Vrain

Join fellow JUCers and campout on the Duhegrahams' family property. We can fish, hike, play in the creek, play on the

rope swing or just hang out and enjoy the view and the company from the porch of the family cabin. Come up Saturday

for a potluck lunch. We will provide dinner and s'mores around the campfire. Stay overnight in your tent. Each bid is for

a full family. Saturday, June 23, 10:00 am - Sunday June 24, 2018. Minimum Bid: $35 Donor: Julie, Elizabeth and Jessica

Duhegraham

Family Day in the Mountains

Join fellow JUCers for the day at the Duhegrahams' family cabin. We can fish, hike, play in the creek, play on the rope

swing or just hang out and enjoy the view and company from the porch of the family cabin. Come up Saturday for a

potluck lunch, we will provide dinner and s'mores around the campfire. Each bid is for a full family. Saturday, June 23,

2018, 10:00 a.m. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Julie, Elizabeth and Jessica Duhegraham

Rustic Mountain Get-Away

Do you want a rustic cabin experience far away from city comforts? Len and Katie’s rustic cabin is located close to

Montezuma, Colorado (about 1 3/4 hour drive from Denver) at around 10,800 ft. elevation. The wood stove provides

warmth and cooking facilities, the night sky provides wonder as you view the Milky Way and the surrounding mountains

provide fantastic views. Issues with the outhouse limit cabin occupancy to 6 guests. Pots and pans, dishes and beds

are provided. Just bring your food, yourself, family and friends to enjoy this unique and lovely setting for two

consecutive nights. Contact donor to make arrangements. Minimum Bid: $100 Donor: Len and Katie Wheeler

Weekend in La Veta

Spend a weekend in beautiful La Veta, just 15 miles west of Walsenburg at the foot of the Spanish peaks. Hiking,

fishing, kayaking all within 10 - 20 minutes of our lovely town which also boasts galleries and restaurants. Up to 6 guests

can enjoy a charming 3 bedroom house on 1/2 acre with a view of the peaks. Three queen size beds can accommodate

as many as 6 depending on sleeping arrangements. Available from 5:00 pm Friday, June 15, 2018 through 5:00 pm

Sunday, June 17, 2018. Minimum Bid: $350 Donor: Sandy Hoyman

Lessons & Learning

A Treat for Your Senses

Spend a late Spring day at the Denver Botanic Gardens to see, smell, and touch the flowers and hear our own private

docent enlighten us about the 2018 art. Enjoy an included light lunch. Includes entrance fee, tour, and picnic lunch.

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Rain or Shine, Friday, June 1, 2018 at 10 a.m. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Mary Hamilton and Dottie Massaro

A Well Life Workshop

Health doesn't just happen. In this 2 hour interactive and engaging workshop I will share tips on getting to the root of a

well (not sick) life. Attendees will take home a personalized well life vision and action plan. If you relate to any of the

following scenarios, this is the right workshop for you.

1. You’ve lost track of how long you have thought about losing those 5 pounds.

2. You are tired of being tired and wonder how others seem to have so much more energy.

3. You have had a health scare or two and know you need to make some changes in order to stop surviving and

start thriving.

I am a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach. I have been trained in Functional Medicine, Functional Nutrition,

Mind Body Medicine and Positive Psychology. Saturday, December 9, 2017 10:00 AM. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor:

Heather Aardema / Root of Wellbeing

Brigit's Well Gathering

Join Nadine and Valerie for a morning of "drinking from Brigit's well" of feminine wisdom. In Celtic tradition, Brigit

represents home, hearth, and artistry as well as healing. We will share legends and stories about her, enjoy light

refreshments, and have opportunities to join in song/dance or craft. Learn about Brigit as Archetype, Saint and Goddess-

-a figure who weaves through multiple cultures and invites us to celebrate our becoming. Women and girls over 10

welcome. Wednesday, January 3, 2018, 9:30 AM in the JUC Chapel. Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: Nadine Swahnberg and

Valerie Langston Bretillo

Children's Museum Family Membership

Family Membership to Denver's educational, interactive museum for two named adults and their children in the same

household. Minimum Bid: $70 Donor: Children's Museum of Denver

Farm to Table Child Book Set

A mixed set of books, appropriate for ages 0-8, and a game! All are great for learning about where our food comes from.

Set includes the award winning "Barefoot Book of Children". " Herb the Vegetarian Dragon", "The Beeman", "Millie's

Chickens", "Grandpa's Garden", "Count Your Chickens" (game), "Driving My Tractor" (with CD ), and "Barefoot Book of

Earth Tales" are included. Minimum Bid: $60 Donor: Barefoot Books Ambassador, Jenny Fischer

Guitar Lesson, Sixty-minutes

Have you ever wanted to learn to play the guitar? Would you like to refresh your finger style guitar skills? Music and

instrument provided during lesson time. See www.BartleGuitarStudio.com for more information. 60 minute lesson to

be arranged with donor before August 31, 2018 Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: Lorian Bartle / Bartle Guitar Studio

How to do A Gentle Detox / Workshop

We are exposed to a more complex array of toxic compounds in our air, water, and food than ever before. In this

interactive and engaging 2 hour workshop I will walk you through the fundamentals of doing a detox. Teaser--the body

needs energy to expel toxins. Therefore this detox does not include a fast, or pineapple cayenne water. Consuming the

right food is critical to your success. Attendees will take home The Institute for Functional Medicine's Detox Food Plan, a

Toxin Exposure Checklist and an actionable and personalized plan on detoxing in all areas of life. I am a Functional

Medicine Certified Health Coach and I have attended The Institute for Functional Medicine's Detox Advanced Practice

Module. Saturday, January 20, 2018 10:00 AM. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Heather Aardema / Root of Wellbeing

Introduction to Beading

Spend a fun and informative two hours going over the basics of beading, and make a special bracelet or pair of earrings

to take home . Saturday, February 03, 2018 2:00 PM. Minimum Bid: $10 Donor: Kristine Mathiasen

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Lindy Hop Lessons

A six-class beginners lesson for a couple in the Lindy Hop at Swingin’ Denver (www.swingindenver.com). The Arvada

location has class on Wednesday, and the downtown Denver location has class on Thursday. Winner can contact

Swinging' Denver at 720-336-3440 to schedule classes. Minimum Bid: $60 Donor: Michael Gardner

Mindful World Citizen Child Book Set

A mixed set of books/activity cards about mindfulness/yoga and world stories and cultures - as well as the award

winning Barefoot Book of Children. Great for ages 0-10. Includes "Barefoot Book of Children", "Mindful Kids" activity

card set, "Yoga Pretzels" activity card set, "Mama Panya's Pancakes", "Motherbridge of Love", "Chandra's Magic Light",

"Up and Down the Andes", and "Lola's Fandango" (with CD). Minimum Bid: $60 Donor: Barefoot Books Ambassador,

Jenny Fischer

Mystical Yoga Series

Three 75-minute classes in the hatha and vinyasa style led by licensed instructor and Intern Minister, Kristen Psaki. All

levels welcome. Each class will be held at JUC on Monday, December 4, 11, 18, 2017 at 5:45 p.m. Minimum Bid: $60

Donor: Kristen Psaki

One-Hour Private Meditation Instruction

During your one hour session we will design a practice to fit your healing needs, including relaxation, breath-work,

visualization, and mantra. Held in my downtown Golden office. Redeem for a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or

Saturday session before April 1, 2018. Time of day will be arranged according to purchaser's preference. Minimum Bid:

$50 Donor: Inge Sengelmann

One-Hour Private Yoga Class

In this one hour session we will design a practice to fit your physical or emotional needs, including poses, breath-work,

and meditation. Held in my downtown Golden office. Redeem for a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Saturday session

by April 1, 2018.. Minimum Bid: $60 Donor: Inge Sengelmann

Scottish Highland Dance Classes #1

One month of classes (4 total) to learn Scottish Highland dancing. Classes are for children 4-18, held in a private home

studio in Golden, CO. Whatever your heritage, Highland dancing is fun! (Have reached out for more details - stay tuned!)

Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: McCulloch Scottish Dance Academy

Scottish Highland Dance Classes #2

One month of classes (4 total) to learn Scottish Highland dancing. Classes are for children 4-18, held in a private home

studio in Golden, CO. A rare opportunity to learn Highland dancing! (Have reached out for more details - stay tuned!)

Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: McCulloch Scottish Dance Academy

"This Above All" #1

This novel by JUC author, Mike Foster is a story of being true to yourself. It involves family conflicts, love affairs, personal

losses adventures and fending off dangerous thieves as well as the Mafia, and recognizing a forgotten genius of the

Renaissance. Minimum Bid: $10 Donor: Mike Foster

"This Above All" #2

This novel by JUC author, Mike Foster is a story of being true to yourself. It involves family conflicts, love affairs, personal

losses adventures and fending off dangerous thieves as well as the Mafia, and recognizing a forgotten genius of the

Renaissance. Minimum Bid: $10 Donor: Mike Foster

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Violin or Viola Lessons

Four 45-minute violin (or viola) lessons with accomplished musician, Bettina Schaden, in her Sunnyside home. One

lesson a week for one month for a child or adult. Use of full-size violin included. Viola or smaller violin can be rented

locally. Arrange time with donor on Monday, Wednesday, or Thursday evenings. Minimum Bid: $180 Donor: Bettina

Schaden

Wine Tasting - Reds, Reds, and More Reds

You like red wine but don't know Malbec from Merlot? This is your event! We will explore five red wine varietals to help

you "refine your palate" and learn what you like and don't like about each one. You will taste highly rated wines that

reflect the key characteristics of each grape. We'll discuss and debate them, but always in fun--we love wine too much

to take it too seriously. Saturday, April 7, 2018 6:00 PM. Along the way you'll be served ample appetizers and desserts

to keep all your senses satisfied. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: Anneliese Weston & Mark Perbix

Wines of the Old and New World Tasting

Taste and compare old and new world wines of distinction that depart from our usual experience. We will taste French

and California wines, but they won't be from Bordeaux, Burgandy, Napa, or Sonoma, nor will they be the usual varietals.

All will be reds. An educational experience without the wine snobbery! Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 4 p.m. Minimum Bid:

$35 Donor: Rick and Jill Bishop

Outdoor Activities & Sports

Coleman Camping Gear Collection

It's always outdoor time in Colorado and Coleman is ready to get you outdoors. This mint condition Coleman stove,

lantern, cooler, single folding chair, and double folding chair are the perfect companions for your outdoor adventure.

Minimum Bid: $100 Donor: Lark Birdsong

Colorado Avalanche Tickets #1

Two tickets to see the Colorado Avalanche play the Las Vegas Golden Knights at the Pepsi Center. Tickets are located in

section 146, row 11, seats 1 and 2. These are Flash tickets which will be transferred electronically. Saturday, March 24,

2018 1:00 PM Minimum Bid: $170 Donor: Ian and Trinity Saffer Two sets available.

Colorado Rapids Tickets

Two tickets for the 4th of July Colorado Rapids fireworks game. Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at 2 p.m. Minimum Bid: $50

Donor: Thomas E. Goodreid

Colorado Trail Picnic Lunch & Trail Maintenance

Help to take care of our beautiful Colorado mountain trails and have fun doing it! Spend a delightful day doing

maintenance on the Colorado Trail at Kenosha Pass, a small but gorgeous section of the 486-mile CO Trail, culminating in

a scrumptious lunch. The trail work will be light and will mostly involve digging, raking and a little chopping. We will

supply the tools and the training. Afterwards, we will feed you a marvelous, gourmet, picnic lunch to reward you for

your efforts. All ages and abilities welcome. Kids welcome. Saturday, June 2, 2018 7:30 AM. Minimum Bid: $10 Donor:

Chris & Heather Thiry

Firewood #1

Here's your chance to have about 15 large crab apple logs for your fireplace or wood burning stove. Most are 18" long

and about 18" or a little less in diameter . Arrange pickup with donor. Minimum Bid: $18 Donor: Marilyn Scherer

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Firewood #2

This is your opportunity to have about 20 medium/small cherry wood logs. Logs are about 18" long and about 12" in

diameter. Arrange pickup with donor. Minimum Bid: $18 Donor: Marilyn Scherer

Four Rounds of Golf at Applewood Golf Course

This wonderful item was donated by our neighbors at Applewood Golf Course and covers four 18-hole rounds of golf,

including cart. Certificate good Monday-Thursday anytime. Friday-Sunday and Holidays after 1 p.m. Expires June 30,

2018 (can not be split into 9-hole rounds) Minimum Bid: $140 Donor: Applewood Golf Course

Ladies' Hessie Hike

Join Peg & Sara for a moderately-strenuous (in the mountains) spring hike. You’ll see beautiful wildflowers, rushing

streams and magnificent vistas on the Hessie trail outside of Nederland. We’ll treat you to an ice cream cone afterwards

at Blue Owl Books. Bring a lunch to eat on the trail and plenty of water. Trail length is about 2 miles each way, with an

optional trek up to Lost Lake. Tentative date is Thursday, June 14, 2018, 9:00 AM, but may change depending on

weather and snowpack. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Sara Mellen & Peg Rocklin

Landscape Painting en plein air (in the outdoors)

Practice being entirely present in the moment! Weather permitting, we will drive to an achingly beautiful location for 3

hours of en plein air (in the outdoors) painting. Bring your sketch book, paints, pastels and other art supplies. We will

paint as a group to encourage each other and learn what others are doing. We may stop for a Dutch treat lunch and a

glass of wine on the way home. Saturday, October 6, 2018, 8:30 a.m. Minimum Bid: $17 Donor: Mark Baker

Picture This

Bring your sketchbook and stroll around Golden, making several stops to record some of the interesting and/or beautiful

sights. Later we will meet at a Clear Creek park for a fruit and sandwich picnic and to share our morning's work.

Saturday, September 22, 2018 at 9 a.m. Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: Dottie Massaro & Carolyn Belfor

Sightseeing or Aerobatic Flight in My Airplane

Take a 45 minute flight to the gorgeous continental divide and other spots you might be interested in. I can take 3

passengers in my 4-seat "station wagon", or one person in my "sports car" and demonstrate some aerobatics as well.

Date to be arranged with buyer. Minimum Bid: $160 Donor: Stephanie Wells

The Return of JUC’s Amazing Race

Inspired by TV’s "The Amazing Race", our version will have you racing other JUCers around the region – including

through various “roadblock” and “detour” challenges. Teams of two will compete over a physically and mentally

demanding day -- not for a million dollars, but for fun and one year’s worth of bragging rights! It will be fun, exciting,

challenging and you will want to WIN! Includes end-of-race refreshments after you reach the finish line. Buy one spot for

a team of two. Minimum 5 teams, maximum 8. Saturday, August 4, 2018 10:00 AM. Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: Lisa &

David Nickum

Thirteener Hike

Conquer a 13er with Art! This will be a strenuous but very rewarding hike up one of Colorado's many 13ers, location and

date to be arranged with the bidder, summer 2018. I'll buy you a congratulatory beer afterwards. Minimum Bid: $25

Donor: Art Aspinall Two available.

Winter Walk and Brunch

We'll meet at Prospect Park for a winter walk along the Clear Creek Trail through the Wheat Ridge Greenbelt.

Afterwards we'll head over to the Kalmes' home for hot drinks, brunch and warm conversation. Tuesday, January 16,

2018 9:00 AM. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Carol and Murph Kalmes

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Services

90 Minute Massage

90 minute custom massage by a licensed massage therapist with 20 years of experience. Will work with your injury,

stress, or whatever you bring to the table! Minimum Bid: $75 Donor: Karrin Kalb, Massage Therapist

Basic Firearms Training

Basic firearms (handgun or rifle) instruction with JUC member and NRA trainer Robert Clemans. Firearms and

ammunition provided if desired. One day training ( 8 am to 4 pm with time scheduled for lunch) for up to 2 people.

Arrange date between November 18, 2017- February 28, 2018 with donor. Minimum Bid: $150 Donor: Robert

Clemans Two available.

Chiropractic Consultation and Six Adjustments

Have you put off dealing with irritating back, neck, etc pain? Consider this offer of complimentary chiropractic

consultation and six adjustments! Consultation includes: Full health history, chiropractic exam, xrays (if necessary) &

follow up doctor's report. Minimum Bid: $150 Donor: Well Beings Chiropractic Family Health

Face Painting

Three hours of profession face painting for your child's birthday party or other special event. Arrange date with donor.

Dates booked far in advance so call early! Minimum Bid: $100 Donor: Body Art by Ann-Marie Ann-Marie Marquis

Family/Personal Photography Session

Up to 4 hours of photography for a portrait session or an event by JUC member, Dick Schaffer. Dick has over 25 years of

experience with photography. Digital files and 10 prints (up to 8x10") included. Minimum Bid: $100 Donor: Dick

Schaffer

JUC Reserved Parking Space - PRICELESS!

Have your own reserved parking spot at church. As you slow down at the entrance on a busy Sunday there will be no

need to wonder if there is an open space. Yours will be waiting for you! #priceless Minimum Bid: $275 Donor:

Jefferson Unitarian Church Two available.

Organize Your Travel Photos

You've taken hundreds on a great trip! Here's your chance to learn to edit and present them in a dynamic slide

show/video. We will work with Photodex ProShow Gold. Minimum Bid: $60 Donor: Barbara Werren

Pickup for Hire

Need a pickup (with or without a driver) for half a day? Here's your chance to make a trip to the dump or haul

something. John will help you load things and make the trip to your chosen destination. You pay dump fees. Date and

time to be arranged. Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: John Bradford

Powers of Attorney or Estate Planning #1

Have you been meaning to complete your estate planning but just haven't gotten around to it? Here is your chance to

finally get it done! The purchasers of this item will receive a medical power of attorney and financial power of attorney

for two people (value $200). For one person, I will also include a medical directive and living will. Also included is a free

estate planning review. If you determine that you want a full estate plan for yourself and/or significant other, you will

receive $250 off of your full estate plan cost (JUC member cost $650, regular cost $750). Minimum Bid: $100 Donor:

Meggin Rutherford, The Rutherford Law Center, LLC Two available.

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Professional Life Story Recording

Preserve your own (or a loved-one's) voice telling funny or important life stories during a 90-minute interview with

Personal Historian Professional, Kit Dwyer. Pre-planning & editing included. Finished audio product is presented in a gift

box on a flash drive. Makes a great gift! Contact donor to schedule date and time. Minimum Bid: $300 Donor: Kit

Dwyer / Firsthand Memories

Wendy Wood "Who I Am" Tween Photo Session

Wendy Wood will combine artistic portraits of your tween with words of admiration resulting in an uplifting and

affirming piece of art. Wendy reaches out to family, friends, coaches, mentors for input! The tweens are totally surprised

with the resulting piece of art and will treasure it for years to come . Tween sessions available January - June 2018.

Sitting fee and $100 print credit included. Minimum Bid: $150 Donor: Wendy Wood Photography

Tastes & Treats

Assorted Cookies of Awesomeness

Three dozen tasty, wonderful, old-fashioned cookies available at the auction. Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: Lauren Wilder

Three sets available.

Aunt Norine’s Scrumptious Southern Pound Cake

Made from scratch just for you - a truly traditional, delicious family recipe! Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Deda Nelson

Two available.

Homemade Shortbread Cookies

Enjoy three dozen delicious homemade shortbread cookies in a colorful tin. Minimum Bid: $26 Donor: Bev Curtiss

Jam Basket

Treat yourself and friends and family to Andrea's strawberry jam, apricot jam, blueberry jam, and canned peaches in a

decorated basket. Minimum Bid: $24 Donor: Andrea Aikin

One Dozen Assorted Homemade Truffles

One dozen homemade chocolate truffles. You will be treated to peanut butter truffles, plain dark chocolate truffles and

another surprise flavor. Minimum Bid: $12 Donor: Kim Mason Three available.

Pot of Homemade Organic Chicken Soup

Organic chicken, carrots onions and more with either rice or noodles to warm you on a chilly day or help heal a nasty

cold. Ready when you'd like it - 2-3 day notice for delivery preferred. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Karen Ksiazek-Wilson

Pumpkin Pie Kit - with Homegrown Pumpkin

Pat had a bumper crop of pie pumpkins this year and is delighted to share. This kit has everything you need to make a

Thanksgiving pumpkin pie, including crust and all ingredients. What makes this so special is the baked and pureed

organic pumpkin grown in the Emery garden. Minimum Bid: $14 Donor: Pat Emery Three available.

Relaxing Treats Basket

A lovely basket filled with wine, nuts, biscuits, and other treats to help you relax and re-energize after a long week or

busy day. Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: Mike & Kathy Bassett

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Rev. Eric's Epic Chocolate Cake

This delicious cake from a treasured family recipe for Beatty's Chocolate Cake is topped with ganache. You can freeze it

for up to three months if you'd like to buy it now and enjoy it later. Absolutely the perfect cake to make any occasion

special! Minimum Bid: $30 Donor: Eric Banner

Rockin' Rum Cake

The richest, yummiest rum cake ever - made from a special heirloom recipe! This moist, delicious cake is sure to send

you on a trip down memory lane. Minimum Bid: $45 Donor: Barbara Werren

Rustic Homemade Bread

Enjoy a loaf of rustic white bread. It's chewy on the inside and crusty on the outside. A unique and delicious addition to

your meal! Minimum Bid: $10 Donor: Sarah Reeves & Aaron Nelson Four available.

Schramm's Mead - Black Agnes

Named for a "boisterous Scottish wench" who defended the Castle of Dunbar against an English siege in the 1300s, this

black currant mead is deep and rich and luscious. A rare treat! Minimum Bid: $30 Donor: Cathi Schramm & Renee

Getter

Schramm's Mead - Madeline

This boysenberry mead is named for the granddaughter of the mead maker, born at not quite 24 weeks. The bottle

bears her footprint on it's label and a delicious, fruity nectar within. Minimum Bid: $40 Donor: Cathi Schramm &

Renee Getter

Six Dozen Holiday Cookies

What a treat! Six-dozen homemade holiday cookies baked to order. Purchaser can customize their cookie order from a

variety of types including Iced Sugar Cookies, White Chocolate Dipped Gingerbread, Chocolate Mint Cream, Mocha Chip

Shortbread, Mexican Wedding Cookies, and more. Minimum Bid: $50 Donor: Shirley Pierce Three sets.

Sourdough Bread - 2 Loaves

Round out your meals or create an amazing sandwich with two loaves of Eric's homemade sourdough bread. Back by

popular demand and available the night of the auction. Minimum Bid: $16 Donor: Eric Banner Three sets available.

Tea and Treats Basket

Take home this basket and enjoy a delicious and relaxing tea. Includes a cut glass cream & sugar set, genuine English tea,

and rich chocolate truffles. A lovely treat for you or a thoughtful gift for someone you love. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor:

John & Andi Pearson

Three Seed Bread

One loaf of freshly baked, whole grain bread. Ingredients include wheat flour, corn meal, wheat bran, sesame seeds,

poppy seeds, black chia seeds, olive oil, salt, honey, and yeast. You are sure to count it as one of the best breads you've

ever tasted! Minimum Bid: $12 Donor: Lisa Rountree

Wine and Munchie Basket

Be ready for guests or an unexpected celebration with wine, cheese, crackers, nuts and other treats! Enjoy two bottles

of Jacob's Creek red wine, the appropriate red wine glasses and a variety of snacks assembled in a charming basket.

Minimum Bid: $60 Donor: Jane Keen

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Wearable & Personal

2013 Trek Ion Cyclocross Bicycle with 2 wheel sets

This unique bicycle package includes a 2013 Trek Ion CX cyclocross bike with 54cm frame, aero bars, SPD pedals, 2 water

bottle cages PLUS a 2nd wheel set - one for the road and one for the trail (rear rack and seat bag not included). Bike

originally sold for $2K and is in great mechanical condition. Minimum Bid: $500 Donor: Lark Birdsong

Artyarns Cashmere Shawl

Mixed-color turquoise and light brown small wrap. Yarn is a mixture of cashmere and silk which is very soft. Minimum

Bid: $30 Donor: Kathy Oatis

Autumn Leaves Earrings

These handmade lampwork glass beads make quite a statement. I've paired them with freshwater pearls in a bright

yellow-green, and dangled them from bright brass hooks. Total length of the earrings, including the hooks, is 2 inches.

Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Martha Eastman

Beethoven T-shirt

Black, Small (despite the label M T-shirt), purchased at Beethoven-Haus in Bonn, Germany. Perfect for a young musician!

Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: Martha Johns

Bountiful Baby Basket

You're all set for the next baby shower or to welcome your own little one with this basket. Includes handmade blanket,

diapers, baby books, baby oil, sunscreen, baby handprint kit, and a Burt's Bees coverall and hat. Minimum Bid: $35

Donor: John & Phyllis Bunting

Carved Brooch

Elegant carved brooch with grape vine motif. Minimum Bid: $12 Donor: Stephanie Briggs

Chalice Earrings

The light of truth, the warmth of community, the fire of commitment — whatever symbolism you find in the chalice,

these earrings will shine softly. Chalice is composed of an Aquamarine Swarovski crystal flame burning in a chalice of

silver acrylic, on an ornate swirl pewter cone. Earrings are about 1 3/4" long including the surgical steel hooks.

Minimum Bid: $18 Donor: Martha Eastman

Chalice Pendant

The light of truth, the warmth of community, the fire of commitment — whatever symbolism you find in the chalice,

this pendant will shine softly. Chalice is composed of an Aquamarine Swarovski crystal flame burning in a chalice of silver

acrylic, on an ornate swirl pewter cone. It is strung on a 22-inch silver plated chain. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Martha

Eastman

Classic Carved Pendant

Classic carved pendant with Asian botanical motif. A unique addition to your jewelry box! Minimum Bid: $10 Donor:

Stephanie Briggs

Fleece Native American Style Blanket

Soft and beautiful fleece blanket sized just right for a child or ideal to keep in your car. Minimum Bid: $10 Donor: John

& Phyllis Bunting

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Gender Neutral Necklace

These handmade glass beads from Ghana were hand picked for this seven-color rainbow. The unique beads are made

from recycled glass ground into a powder, heated to liquid and poured into molds. They are strung on a 24 inch long,

black fiber cord. Minimum Bid: $16 Donor: Martha Eastman

Gender Neutral UU Chalice Pendant

The light of truth, the warmth of community, the fire of commitment — whatever symbolism you find in the chalice,

this pendant will show your faith boldly. This unique 2-inch wide ox horn crescent is from Bali, Indonesia, a region

famous for its wood, ox horn and bone carvings. I've paired it with a twisted oval of metallic bronze Czech glass and a

small copper bead cap, and strung it on a 24-inch brown cord. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Martha Eastman

Glass Bead & Pearl Earrings

These handmade lampwork glass beads make quite a statement. I've paired them with freshwater pearls in a bright

yellow-green, and dangled them from bright brass hooks. Total length of the earrings including the hooks, is 2 inches.

Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Martha Eastman

Handmade Beaded Silk Scarf

Lovely and fashionable handmade silk scarf by Mary Lynn O'Shea. Minimum Bid: $90 Donor: Nancy Johnson

Handmade Travel Guitar

This small hand made travel guitar is also known as a backpacker guitar. Perfect for camping trips or day trips to a

favorite spot. Overall length is about 32'', and the fingerboard is full size with a scale length of around 21 7/8 inches.

Made from all solid woods, the body [back and sides] is Claro Walnut, the top is Sitka spruce, and the neck is 40 year old

reclaimed birch . The fingerboard is Indian rosewood and the tuners are Gotoh mini's. This is one of a batch of 6 guitars

made by member Francois Vadeboncoeur last year and is a unique one-of-a-kind instrument. Minimum Bid: $150

Donor: Francois Vadeboncoeur

Home Spa Basket

No need to leave the comfort of your home for a relaxing spa experience! This fancy basket includes 2 homemade bath

salts, 2 essential oil spritzers, 2 sugar scrubs, candles, and other niceties. Minimum Bid: $20 Donor: Peter Farrin &

Carol Stafford

iPad Mini

This is an older generation of iPad mini with 12 GB storage and 3G/4G capability. Housed in an indestructible pink

Otterbox. Minimum Bid: $70 Donor: Lisa Rountree

Lady's Leather Jacket

Lovely, medium size, ladies leather jacket. Excellent condition. Minimum Bid: $70 Donor: Erin Fleck

Photographic Note Cards - Colorado Scenes

Packet of 6 beautiful Colorado Scenes note cards, Minimum Bid: $16 Donor: Barbara Werren

Photographic Note Cards - Enchanting Entrances

Packet of 6 lovely Enchanting Entrances note cards. Minimum Bid: $16 Donor: Barbara Werren

Purple Long Shawl

Very soft silk custom dyed hand made shawl with fringe. Can be worn as a wrap or wrapped around the neck as a scarf.

Minimum Bid: $30 Donor: Kathy Oatis

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Recycled Glass Bead Necklace in Denver Broncos Colors

This necklace features glass beads made by the people of Krobo Mountain (Ghana, West Africa). The glass is made from

bottles and other glass items that are turned into powder, heated and then poured into molds to make these drum

shaped beads. I've paired orange and blue beads with copper spacer beads that are also made from recycled materials,

and strung them all on a cord of dark brown leather. Minimum Bid: $45 Donor: Martha Eastman

Rolling Garden Seat

Garden in comfort with this "sit-on" garden cart with swivel seat, underseat storage and rear basket. 10 inch tires

Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Denise Burrows

Southwestern Turquoise Necklace and Earrings

Absolutely stunning sterling silver shadowbox pendent with multicolored inlay and matching earrings from Santa Fe.

Minimum Bid: $125 Donor: Karen Ksiazek-Wilson

Travel Briefcase (Black)

Need some luggage for a quick trip? This Jack Georges 17" Business Wheeler can hold your files, laptop, AND a change of

clothes. Minimum Bid: $200 Donor: Lark Birdsong

Triangle Wrap

Purple, turquoise blue and cream triangle wrap. Custom design by Steven West. Hand Knitted with beautiful, soft wool.

Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Kathy Oatis

Vintage Cord Pendant Watch

Ladies pendant watch from the 40s or 50s. Self wind, rare swiss made watch. Works but should be serviced by a jeweler.

Minimum Bid: $60 Donor: Stephanie Briggs

Vintage Kramer of New York Brooch

Lovely, Victorian-revival design is featured in this matte finish, gold plated brooch from Kramer of New York. It has

imitation jade and carnelian cabochons adorning the very ornate setting. Minimum Bid: $25 Donor: Stephanie Briggs

Vintage Quilt

Irish Cream was quilted by Lilian Kethcem Nagle, grandmother of JUC member, Anne Anselment. This very special quilt

is documented by the Colorado Quilting Council. Minimum Bid: $90 Donor: Anne Anselment

Wireless Rain Gauge

Easily keep track of how much precipitation has fallen on your garden with this handy wireless rain gauge. Minimum

Bid: $40 Donor: John & Phyllis Bunting

Wooden Name Tags

Back by popular demand! An engraved wooden name tag to wear to all JUC activities. Tag is on a black cord to hang

around your neck. Available for purchase by adult JUC members. Minimum Bid: $15 Donor: Bob Brayden

Yakkay Bicycle Helmet, Size Large

Cycle in style! Look dapper in this helmet with Paris Red cover, changeable for other looks. Ear warmers included.

Minimum Bid: $80 Donor: Lark Birdsong