Auction

Bidding for the Silent Auction is now closed. Thanks to everyone who helped support CBHC through their participation. We will be contacting the high bidders shortly to arrange payment and delivery for the items they have won.

Questions? Contact Rose Calnin at rcalnin@cbhconline.org.

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Two tickets to any Court Theatre production within the next year. Please visit www.courttheatre.org for performance schedules and other information. Court Theatre is the professional theatre on campus at the University of Chicago.

Value: $100
Minimum bid: $25

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This package combines a $50 gift certificate from Framing Mode and Gallery with a poster from the Lyric Opera production of the "Damnation of Faust".

Value: $75
Minimum bid: $25

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Get dinner and a show with this $30 gift certificate from Handlebar Restaurant plus 2 tickets to The Gorrilla Tango Theatre.

Value: $60
Minimum bid: $25

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Get a great deal on 2 tickets to The Gorrilla Tango Theatre.

Value: $30
Minimum bid: $5

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The Ravinia Festival Association brings you lawn seats to one of your favorite shows of the 2010 season. Some performances include Tanya Bannister, Ilya Yakushev, Dan Zhu, and many more! You're bidding on a pair of lawn seats, and we have two pair available. The top two bidders will each get a pair of tickets. Visit www.ravinia.org for this year's performance schedule.

Value: $30
Minimum bid: $10

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Got a larger group? Bid on this set of four lawn seats for the performance of your choice at Ravinia. Visit www.ravinia.org for this year's performance schedule.

Value: $60
Minimum bid: $15

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This decorative glass and wire hanging was created by Mary Alicia Tangora of Tangora Designs. Made available by Wind, Water and Light.

Value: $48
Minimum bid: $20

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This T-Shirt features an original design called "Recently renovated, better than new". Medium, white 50-50 poly/cotton. Made available by Wind, Water and Light.

Value: $20
Minimum bid: $5

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Bid on a membership to the Evanston History Center, located in the historic Charles Gates Dawes House. The Center strives to capture and teach Evanston's rich history. Join us for exciting tours, lectures and workshops or take a look at our collections. Membership includes discounts on special tours and events. evanstonhistorycenter.org

Value: $50
Minimum bid: $10

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Bring a big group of friends to Zanies for an evening of outrageous comedy! New performers are scheduled every week, so check zanies.com for the latest lineup!

Value: $120
Minimum bid: $50

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Do Good Consulting offers expert advice on fundraising, communications, planning and growth strategies. Serving Nonprofits, Small Businesses, Governments and Institutions across Illinois. www.dogoodconsulting.org

Value: $500
Minimum bid: $150

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Join the Architecture Foundation on Chicago's most popular architecture walking tours! These easy walks that are led by highly trained experts last around 2 hours and depart every day! We have two pairs of tickets available. The top two bidders will each receive one pair. www.architecture.org

Value: $60
Minimum bid: $20

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Your choice of a 10" cheesecake or a 12-piece variety pack. Either way, it's delicious! Karen with also cover shipping up to $40, so you can enjoy her amazing confections wherever you live! Karen's Cheesecake confections

Value: $24
Minimum bid: $15

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This handbound book has 140 pages, measures 7.25x5.25 inches, and is made from almost 100% recycled materials. Cover is block-printed by hand using acrylic ink. Check out Anne's Etsy shop too!

Value: $30
Minimum bid: $15

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If you're a gardener, this 1 year membership gives you access to an impressive array of resources, including publications, special member events, continuing education, and plant sales. More details at www.chicagobotanic.org

Value: $100
Minimum bid: $50

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What's Whirlyball? WhirlyBall combines lacrosse, hockey, basketball, and bumper cars in a game of skill, chance, honor, and vengeance. WhirlyBall was voted 2008 City's Best for Bar Games! More here: whirlyball.com

Value: $96
Minimum bid: $50

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Cubs fans! Bid on this Cubs baseball signed by Pitcher Jeff Samardzija. This item is not available throught the Cubs store. You can only get this great souvenier by being top bidder!

Value: $50
Minimum bid: $20

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The Adler Planetarium astounds people of all ages with knowledge about our vast universe. The fun-filled adventures at the planetarium inspire the next generation of explorers and scientists. The Planetarium combines education and excitement in several theaters, observatories, galleries, and exhibitions. adlerplanetarium.org

Value: $40
Minimum bid: $20

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Become an explorer of the underwater world at Shedd Aquarium! Dive into the action with Shedd's new aquatic show, Fantasea or discover more with real-life animal encounters. Kids have a place they can call their own at the Polar Play Zone- it's cool as ice and twice as nice! Visit Shedd, and immerse yourself in the Caribbean Reef, Amazon Rising's flood forest, the Oceanarium's Pacific Northwest coast, and Wild Reef's Indo-Pacific reef. www.sheddaquarium.org

Value: $100
Minimum bid: $50

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The National Museum of Mexican Art is set in the heart of the Pilsen/Little Village community with permanent and traveling exhibits dedicated to the work of Mexican and Mexican-American artists. One year membership includes discounts on gift shop items, performing arts events, and our annual Holiday Market, plus invitations to special Members Only events. nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org/

Value: $40
Minimum bid: $20

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VIP Treatment for up to 4 Guests: Behind the Scenes Kitchen Tour, Champagne to Start the Evening, Personalized Menus as Momento of your Dinner, (Dinner not included). L20restaurant.com/

Value: $150
Minimum bid: $20

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This necklace features an elegant handmade black polymer clay neckpiece securely linked with brass wire to black glass bead links and gold-plated chain. It has been painted with red and gold acrylics and measures about 19" long. Many more wonderful things by Bethany can be found here.

Value: $35
Minimum bid: $20

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A matted 11x14 print from the artists at Dogtown Artworks, creators of whimsicle images for dog lovers everywhere. dogtownartworks.com

Value: $35
Minimum bid: $10

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TimeLine introduces provocative work that engages, educates, entertains, and enlightens. TimeLine is also the recipient of 37 Jeff Awards, signifying excellence in Chicago. Enjoy 2 tickets to any show during the 2009-2010 season, including "All My Sons," "When She Danced," "'Master Harold'...and the Boys," and "The Farnsworth Invention." www.timelinetheatre.com

Value: $70
Minimum bid: $25

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The Alley Gallery proudly serves the greater Chicago area with the highest quality custom framing and fine art prints, as it has for over twenty years. Independently owned and operated by a small, friendly staff, we go above & beyond to make your custom framing experience phenomenal & fun. www.thealleygallery.com

Value: $200
Minimum bid: $50

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Located in Southeast Urbana, Milo's offers delicious "Nuevo American" cuisine. www.milosurbana.com

Value: $50
Minimum bid: $25

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The legendary Second City Chicago offers improvisation and sketch comedy performances in the e.t.c. theater. www.secondcity.com

Value: $40
Minimum bid: $25

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Mostly useless, but absolutely necessary stuff that's always good for a laugh. A great selection of cards & gifts from beautiful to bizarre & sometimes downright tasteless. Located in Springfield, IL

Value: $50
Minimum bid: $25

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Dual Membership includes: Two membership cards, $5 admission to movies at the Gene Siskel Film Center, Free subscription to the Film Center's monthly schedule, the Gazette, $10 discount on an Art Institute of Chicago membership, $4 admission to spring and fall film lecture series, and 8 free popcorns. www.siskelfilmcenter.org"

Value: $80
Minimum bid: $40

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Convenience and security are easy to find with this remote start unit prided by WooferPhD.com

Value: $100
Minimum bid: $50

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