Kid’s Corner
2007 Auction Donations Online
The 2007 auction is over. A good time was had by all. Thanks to all helpers and attendees.
Browse and enjoy this online sampling of items from the 2007 auction.
Bowling Birthday Party at Robin Hood Lanes
Children’s Birthday Party for Six
Value: $60
Donated by Robin Hood Lanes
Now here’s a heck of a good deal! Most mothers would enjoy avoiding the muss and fuss of a child’s birthday party at home. The solution is yours for the taking. This birthday bash for six children includes two hours of bowling, shoe rental, chicken nuggets, french fries and soda pop. Just throw that cake and ice cream in the car and you’re all set. Suitable for children from ages 3 through 16. Bumper lanes available. Must pre-register 72 hours in advance.
Hooray for Braille Tote and Books
Tote Full of Braille/Print Goodies
Value: $40
Donated by Seedlings Braille Books for Children
This bright, red “Hooray for Braille” tote bag is filled with a print/braille alphabet place mat, magnetic alphabet letters and three board books with braille overlays. The braille alphabet place mat has a picture for each letter. Each picture is labeled in braille and print. Baby Animal Kisses is a touch and feel book. Alex Alligator and His Fearsome Jaws has a plastic alligator with jaws that snap along with the story. Shake the Maracas comes with a maraca.
1st Note Xylophone
Wood, Play by Color, 15-Note, 2 Octaves
Value: $35
Donated by Top Ten Toys
The perfect gift for that musical protégé who is five years or older. Just imagine the beautiful sounds! This instrument comes with easy-to-follow instructions following a 6-color-coded music sheet.
“Sinbad” Troll Dolls
Two Available, Made by Russ Troll Kidz
$10 each
Donated by Col. and Mrs. Thomas Lapos
Two Troll dolls. “Sinbad” made by Russ Troll Kidz. Come take a stroll with a troll! These cute, cuddly creatures with happy smiles would make a great gift for a child of any age. Each doll comes with a card telling a bit about Norwegian troll lore.
Limited Edition Cuddly Bear Prints
Two Jody Bergsma Prints
Value: smaller print $10, larger $20
Donated by Patricia M. Bentz
“This bears my love for you” is 5″x7″
“Friendship… its worth just can’t be measured” is 8″x10″
These charming and delightful prints would look great in a nursery or young child’s room. Jody Bergsma has a flair with animals and flowers. These cuddly creatures evoke a sense of warmth, love and friendship. She has always loved aboriginal art. She first encountered Native symbols in her hometown because of the Lummi Indian Tribe in her county. These symbols found their way into her early contemporary work. Jody Bergsma has a warehouse mini showroom in Bellingham, Washington.
Doggy
Adorable Stuffed Dog
Value: $10
Donated by Col. and Mrs. Thomas Lapos
This soft and cuddly little doggy is looking for a new home. He is big enough to hug and small enough for a child to take along on a sleepover. He will keep you company during the day, and snuggle with you all night. Please take him home with you today!
King Island Christmas
Children’s Book Written by Jean Rogers, as Told by Rie Muñoz
Illustrated by Rie Muñoz
Value: $10
Donated by Margaret Symons
Based on a true experience of Rie Muñoz and her husband, this beautifully illustrated book shows what a community working together can accomplish. It tells the story of the arrival of a new priest to King Island, Alaska, just in time for Christmas. Both the author and illustrator live in Alaska. An oratorio based on King Island Christmas won the Fredrick Loewe Award in 1997 and was awarded the Dramatist’s Guild Prize in 1998.
Huggable Floppy Bear Rug
Three foot long Teddy Bear rug with floppy wrap-around paws
Value: $30
Donated by Jeanne Horsey
No child’s room is complete without one of these!
This golden brown teddy bear rug is just plain adorable. Can’t you just picture your special child napping on it?