New this year, the silent auction is on display until the gala, June 24. Early bids may be made in person by going to the Library and writing in your amount. You also have the opportunity to purchase $5 chances for an assortment of fantastic items.

4 Tickets to the Broadway Musical “Anastasia”   Orchestra Row E Tuesday, July 18 at 7:30 p.m. Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th St., NY Value: $600 Opening Bid: $300 Bid Increment: $100

A Week in the Mexican Town of San Miguel Up to Three Couples   (not Feb., Mar. or Apr) Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $1,500 Bid Increment: $100

Lunch with Margo Martindale  Join the well-known actress for Lunch. For 5 guests. (at a time agreeable to the actress and the highest bidder) Margo Martindale is an American film and stage actress most recently seen in TV Shows Sneaky Pete, The Good Wife, The Millers, Mike and Molly, Justified, and The Americans. She has played supporting roles in several films, including The Hours, Million Dollar Baby, Dead Man Walking, The Firm, Lorenzo’s Oil, ...First Do No Harm, Eye of God, Win Win, Marvin’s Room, Forged, Orphan, The Savages, Hannah Montana: The Movie, August: Osage County, and Paris, je t’aime. Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $500 Bid Increment: $100

Two Tickets to 2017 Kent Presents   Three days of intellectual and cultural stimulation and fun. The exciting new Ideas Festival. Meet and mingle with scores of top leaders in dozens of fields.  July 27-29 in Kent, Connecticut. Value: $4,000 Opening Bid: $1,500 Bid Increment: $100

4 Nights in New York City   Enjoy this 2-bedroom corporate apartment at the Chelsea Stratus, 101 West 24th Street, NY. The apartment is available on one of the following dates: July 27-30, August 24-27, October 19-22, or November 16-19. 4 nights, Thursday - Sunday Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $1,000 Bid Increment: $100

Chateau Cheval Blanc 1986  A rare opportunity to own a bottle of Bordeaux Royalty, Bordeaux Rouge 1st Growth, St. Emilion Bordeaux France. The wine is being held in a temperature-controlled wine cellar and will be delivered to the winner. The label is intact and wine is in the neck of the bottle. Value: $485 (conservative) Opening Bid: $215 Bid Increment: $50

Foursome for Golf at the Famous Bulls Bridge Golf Club   Includes Golf Cart, Forecaddie and Lunch . Play can be anytime during the 2017-18 season. Value: $1,600 Opening Bid: $800 Bid Increment: $100

Needlework Tapestry     An animal lover’s delight, beautiful as a wall hanging.Carefully crafted by local artist Pat Gallagher. Approximate size: 4’ x 6’ Value: $400 Opening Bid: $200 Bid Increment: $100

Chef Jennifer Youngblood Enjoy a 4-course tasting menu for 6 people prepared and served in your Connecticut home. Value: $900 Opening Bid: $600 Bid Increment: $100

AWARD-WINNING Sawing High Climbers Tree Services  8 hours of tree care includes pruning, dismantling, felling, cleanup as necessary and as time permits, as well as equipment including truck and chipper. Travel time to site from Kent is part of the 8 hours. Value: $2,000 Opening Bid: $1,000 Bid Increment: $100

Two House Seat Tickets to 2017 Tony-Award Winner “Come From Away”  Winner of 2017 Best Direction of a Musical Tony Award! Good for July, August, or Mid September (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday) at Gerald Schoenfeld Theatr,e 236 West 45th Street, between 7th & 8th Ave., NY. Value: $600 Opening Bid: $300 Bid Increment: $100

Interfaith Study of Hebrew Bible Text For up to 10 persons led by renowned professor, rabbi and Kent resident, Burt Visotzky. To take place in Kent or New York City. Bidder’s choice. Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $500 Bid Increment: $100

Ralph Lauren Black Cashmere Sweater Look like a stud in this size large handsome sweater! Value: $900 Opening Bid: $150 Bid Increment: $25

Sonos Play: 5 Wireless Hifi System Made for iPod, iPad, or iPhone and Android. Ultimate home music speaker for streaming music. Value: $500 Opening Bid: $300 Bid Increment: $100

Barbecue, Beach, Backyard Trunk Wooden chest hand-painted by Kent artist Pat Gallagher and overflowing with summer-related treats assembled by board members of the Library! Value: $375 Opening Bid: $100 Bid Increment: $50

Gifford’s Lunch or Brunch for Two Enjoy a meal at one of Kent’s favorite dining spots! Donated by Gifford’s, Kent

Personal Training Sessions 5.5 hour personal training sessions @ W Rhythm Fitness, Kent Not just for the ladies! Donated by Wanessa Anderson

Arethusa al Tavolo Dinner at Arethusa al Tavolo, Bantam ($150) Donated by Ellen and Jean Marie Horowitz

Kingsley Tavern Gift Certificate for Kingsley Tavern, Kent ($100) Donated by Susan Kennedy

New Baby Bling! Baby Quilt by Veralyn Davee of Kent Quilters Monkey Baby Outfit by Jane Sutell (priceless)

A Selection of White Wines and/or A Selection of Red Wines Be the lucky person to stock up on a curated selection of White or Red Wines. Each basket is valued over $300. Chosen by Janet Rivkin Donated by Kent Library Association Board

Triple Treat! Dog Grooming by Pampered Pet, New Milford ($56) Play Date/Dog Sitting donated by Rick Levy (priceless) Dinner at Pizza Garden Grill ($50)

Double Draw/2 Chances for Treatments! Donated by the Team at Strong Core Fitness, Kent

Jasmine Acoustic Guitar Add to your collection or take up a new hobby! Donated by Charlie Gelber, OK Guitars, Kent ($150)

Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder Donated by N.M. Watson Wild Bird Supply, Kent (with comped free local installation) ($88 + human labor)

Fine Red Wine Stemware 2 sets of 6 - Have a party and impress your friends! ($220) Donated by Ira Smith, Kent Wine  and Spirits, Kent

Jon Somes Organic Beauty A Selection of Beauty Products for Face and Hair A Beautiful Treat or a Great Gift ($230) Donated by Jon Somes

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