Believe in Iowa's Dreams (B.I.D.)
Auction and Dinner

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

University Athletic Club, 1360 Melrose Avenue, Iowa City

Come for dinner and fun!
Bid to fuel change for Iowa women and girls.

RSVP by November 11th  --  1.888.488.4293 or info@iawf.org
$15 includes dinner, dessert and bid number. Must be paid in advance to hold reservation.

 

Featuring:

  • Live auction led by entertaining auctioneer Brent Wears, plus silent auctions before and after dinner. Dozens of items -- large and small -- perfect for holiday gift giving. Scroll down to get a sneak preview!
  • Book signing by Joan Liffring-Zug Bourret, renowned photographer. Purchase her latest book, PICTURES AND PEOPLE: A SEARCH FOR VISUAL TRUTH AND SOCIAL JUSTICE, to benefit the Iowa Women's Foundation.
  • Raffle tickets available for a basketball autographed by Coach Lisa Bluder, U of I Women's Basketball.

5:00 pm

Silent Auction Opens 

5:30 pm

Dinner and Performance by Alan Swanson, Broker-Associate,
Blank& McCune, The Real Estate Company

6:15 pm

Live Auction

B.I.D Auction Preview

All items will be available for live or silent bidding on November 16. Bids may also be emailed to info@iawf.org. Email bids must be received by 5 p.m. on Monday, November 14. Proceeds support expanded opportunities for Iowa women and girls.
 

Here are just a few of the auction items:

     

 

STEP OUT IN STYLE

You're ready for anything in this new outfit. Eric Michael tall leather boots, Elan wrap cardigan sweater, M Rena body shaper tank dress. Exchange any or all for your specific size. Finish the look with a Kate Mesta pendant necklace.

Donated by: Insights Boutique, Palo
Value:  $410

CHILDREN'S ART BOOK & ACTIVITY PACKAGE

Hours of inspiration and fun! Three Come Look With Me books, Create-a-Craft spinning top kit, crayons, colored pencils, drawing pad, Scratch Magic stickers, and more!

Donated by Prairie Lights Bookstore, Iowa City
Value: $100

Limited edition My ABC Book by John Moyers, Iowa City

MY ABC BOOK, by John Moyers

Limited edition. Exceptional original photographs by John Moyers. A visual treat for adults and children alike!

Donated by John Moyers, Iowa City.
Minumum bid: $50

KCRG TV9

KCRG TV9 STATION TOUR, plus
LUNCH AT ZIN'S RESTAURANT

Your group of 6 will meet Morning News team members Ashley Hinson, Nicole Agee, and Kaj O'Mara and be treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of the KCRG studio in Cedar Rapids. Then head to Zins to enjoy a Small or Big Plate lunch. Includes KCRG coffee mugs and t-shirts for all.

Donated by KCRG TV9 and Zins Restaurant
Value: $300
 

 

PERFORMANCE HEALTH AND FITNESS
Two 6-month Memberships, Shirts, Mugs

Conveniently located on Forevergreen Road, offers indoor track, health risk assessment, small group and individual personal trainers, childcare facility, and more.

Donated by:  Performance Health and Fitness
Value:  $650

 

"BARN" (framed pastel), by AGNES APICELLA

Own a lovely example of Agnes Apicella's pastel vistas. Professionally framed in dark-grey metal.

Donated by: Agnes Apicella, artist
Value:  $300

 

"REFLECTIONS AT LAKE MCBRIDE" (photograph)
BY JO ELAND

Reflections of autumn leaves in rippled water create a fascinating abstration in this matted art photograph.

Donated by:  Jo Eland, photographer
Value:  $80

 2011 B.I.D. Sweet Dreams Quilt

SWEET DREAMS QUILT

Do you know a woman or girl who loves pink? She'll have sweet dreams snuggling under this cozy quilt handmade specially for the 2011 B.I.D. audtion. 53 x 64". Perfect size for a child's quilt or an adult's lap throw. Pieced top with flannel back. All-cotton, machine wash & dry.

Donated by Vicki Walch, IWF Board Member
Minimum bid: $50

   

INTERIOR DESIGN PACKAGE

Gift certificate for two hours of interior design consulting complements this graceful Uttermost Maltese Candelabra finished in an oil rubbed bronze patina with a matte black base. Beige candles included. Plus two picture frames and Aromatique popourri.

Donated by The Mansion, Iowa City.
Rhonda Staley, designer.
Value: $525 

 

JIM SHORE SNOWMAN PLATTER, CANDLEHOLDER

Cheerful Jim Shore "Winter Folk" snowman-themed platter and candle holder makes a great addition to your winter entertaining. With colorful napkins from Iittala in a complementary color scheme.

Donated by: Michele Brandstatter
Value:  $60

 

 

IITTALIA RUBY BIRD - BLOWN GLASS

Finnish designer Oiva Toikka has created mouth-blown glass birds for 35 years that are sought after by collectors worldwide. http://www.iittala.com/

Donated by The Luxe Zone, Coralville
Value: $195

  Woofables Bakery handmade gourmet dog biscuit package

 

GOURMET DOG BISCUIT PACKAGE

Woofables Bakery's handmade treats, made with natural healthy ingredients. Package also includes an Orbee-tuff Sport Ball playtoy

Donated by Woofables Bakery, Iowa City
Value: $35

 

ORIGINAL HAND-MADE FIGURATIVE CLAY SCULPTURES by Iowa artist Linda A Lewis

Top: "Dress Up"  Approx. 7" high
Bottom:  "African American Woman"  Approx. 5" high.

Donated by Linda A. Lewis, 
www.LindaLewisArt.com
Value:  $50 each

 

WATERFORD CRYSTAL BOWL

A sparkling, elegant addition to your holiday table!
Hanover pattern. Gold edge. 8.25" diameter.

Donated by Jean Jew, IWF Volunteer Coordinator
Value: $75

 

"ON THE RUN" BASKET

Everything you need for a great workout. From Running Wild - Timex watch, samples of fitness wear (Running Wild long sleeve shirt, Nike capri pant, Nike shorts, Nike jog bra) that you can trade for your own size, and a $25 Running Wild gift certificate so you can pick out more! From Fin & Feather - The CamelBak hydration waist pack is ideal for a 10K, holds one 24 oz Podium bottle and two 5 oz gel flasks.

Donated by Running Wild and Fin and Feather
Value: $275 

 

 

 

BABY PACKAGE

Everything for the newest little one in your life. Sippee cup, bib, Johnson's baby lotion, Baby Bits snacks, teething toy, picture frame, "Notes to Babysitter" pad, and plus a few treats for mom or grandmom!

 

Themed Baskets & Packages

Themed Baskets & Packages

  • "Hawkeye Party" includes invitations; black-and-gold paper plates, napkins,  and plastic ware; snack chips, dips, soft drinks, and more. Special bonus: Hawkeye Fleece Throw!

  • "Thanksgiving" includes turkey from Waterfront HyVee and more.

  • "On the Rocks" includes glasses, drinks, nuts, napkins, etc.

  • "Snuggle by the Fire" basket includes 3 dozen sugar cookies (donated by , a double thick fleece blanket, cocoa and mugs(donated by Design Ranch).

  • "Clean Up Your Act" basket will include a gift certificate from Get Organzided and organizing desk accessories from Design Ranch.

 

 

  

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