Monday, October 15, 2012

Framed Professional Photo of Birds in the Wild


Donated by Ron at Hof’s Printing

Universal Studio Passes



Kennedy Space Center Tickets


4 admission tickets to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and exhibits

Tote with “Blue Rock Rescue” by M.R. Street


Signed book, plus Journal and key chains

Donated by M.R. Street

Fondue and Movie Treat in Viera

2 Tickets to the Rave Theater in Viera & Melting Pot Cheese and Chocolate Fondue for 2





Donated by the  Rave Theater and the Melting Pot 

Chocolate Basket from Oxford Writers and Lady Lake Writers Groups



Donated by the Oxford Writers and Lady Lake Writers Groups


Miami Dolphins Pennant Autographed former player by #17 Cleo Lemon.



Value: Priceless.

Donated by Miami Dolphins 

Perch Rhinestone Drop Earrings



 Value $9.99

Donated by Honey Taylor

4 piece black bracelets



Value $12.99

Donated by Bruce Addor

Blue Tones Handmade Scarf by Ann Lawrence


Made and donated by Ann Lawrence. Value $12

Fall Colors Handmade Scarf by Ann Lawrence


Value $12.00

Donated by Kathy Lieb

Puzzle, Album, Pen & Paper from Hallmark

1500-piece puzzle, photo album, pretty pen & paper



Value $48

Donated by Johnson’s Hallmark

Jacksonville Jaguars Shirt and Cap




Donated by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

See Drumline Performed at Melbourne's King Center


2 tickets to Drumline Live on Thurs., Nov 15th @ 8 pm

Donated by the King Center

A Night Out at The Oaks in Melbourne


4 Premiere Theatre Tickets


and 2 scoops of ice cream at Ben & Jerry's



Total value $50.00.

Donated by Premiere Theaters at The Oaks and Ben & Jerrys.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Interview a 2012 CNN Hero


2012 CNN Hero 

From children to adults, we all love our heros! This year’s Silent Auction gives you the unique opportunity to bid on an interview with a real-life hero.

Lake Mary Police Officer Zachiary Hudson was chosen as a 2012 CNN Hero for his outstanding contributions to Florida senior citizens. He was also honored with the 2010 Police Service Award at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) convention, and featured in a Parade magazine article.

Appalled by the living conditions of senior citizens he encountered, Officer Hudson took action. In 2009, he founded the Seniors Intervention Group (SIG), a non-profit organization dedicated to sustaining and improving the quality of life for our elderly citizens. Since its inception, SIG has assisted almost 1,000 seniors.

Officer Hudson has donated two hours of his valuable time to be interviewed by a high bidder at the Silent Auction. With his extensive background in law enforcement, as well as his accomplishments in community service, Zach Hudson is a plethora of information for writers. You could use him as a resource for your own novel. Or perhaps your interview will result in writing an article about Officer Hudson for a magazine. You and Zach will determine your best avenue for capitalizing on this opportunity.

So, be sure to visit the Silent Auction Room at this year’s FWA Convention to bid on the interview with Officer Hudson, as well as the myriad of other donations.

Monday, September 10, 2012

A Beary Nice Bag of Fun



Gift bag stuffed with children’s books, a home-made bear, and Snorta (children’s game)

-- donated by Mark Newhouse

Books from Fireside Publications




Collection of 7 Books From Fireside Publications

--donated by Joan West

Saturday, September 8, 2012

Basket of Writers' Goodies from FWA Melbourne Writers Group



Gift Basket of Writers' Goodies



Books by Authors in FWA Melbourne Writers Group:
  



Karlene Conroy & Mia Crews – The Don Quixote Girls (paperback also at Amazon.com and B&N.com)
Karla Darcy – The Five Kisses and The Masked Heart, 2 eBooks from her ‘Sweet Deception Regency’ line  (also at Amazon.com)
William C. Walker – The French Teacher and Errand of Mercy (paperbacks) (also at Amazon.com and B&N.com)
L. H. Davis – The Emporium – an eBook novella (Amazon.com and B&N.com) 
Sharon Rendell (Shara Smock)  – Living with Big Cats (paperback also at Amazon.com)

Other Resources and Fun Items:

$35 Barnes & Noble gift card from John J. White

Office/Stationery supplies




George Foreman Grill


George Foreman Lean, Mean Grilling machine

--donated by Belk (Lady Lake)

Bed, Bath & Beyond Gift Card



Bed, Bath & Beyond $20 Gift Card

--donated by Bed, Bath & Beyond

Honey Almond Bath Set


Array of bath items by BodyNature

--donated by Mary Lois Sanders

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Mansbridge Editing--2 Hours of Professional Copyediting Services


MANSBRIDGE EDITING & TRANSCRIPTION
 “All the Best in Book Editing”

Two hours of professional copyediting services (digital or hard copy) of a book manuscript or short story. ~ Certificate Value $70.00 ~

Certificate is transferable – A great gift for the writer in your life!


Mansbridge Editing & Transcription offers a gift certificate for two hours of copyediting your book or short story. Beth Mansbridge, a member of FWA's Ancient City Chapter, edits and formats books of various genres for traditional publishing and self-publishing. She has edited countless books (too busy to count them), many of which have won awards and prizes. 
Certificate expires April 30, 2013

--donated by Beth Mansbridge

Monday, September 3, 2012

PowerBilt TPS CG Golf Putter

PowerBilt TPS CG Golf Putter


--donated by Village Golf Liquidators

1-on-1 Meeting with Publisher Ben LeRoy

1-on-1 Meeting with Publisher Ben LeRoy (Adventure 'til Death)


Have Breakfast with Publisher Ben LeRoy


I’m the Publisher of Tyrus Books, a division of F+W Media. Before that, I founded Bleak House Books.
Before settling into a career in publishing, I delivered things, worked in warehouses, and installed carpet.
I listen to a lot of music from anywhere and everywhere I can get it. Punk. Hip-hop. Metal. Gospel. Country. Indie. Jazz. Post Rock.
Not including the things I’ve published, here are some of the books I’ve revisited a bunch:Deer Hunting with Jesus by Joe Bageanta book I would make mandatory reading for the entire United States if I was in charge; Franny & Zooey by J.D. Salingerthe most beautiful uses of language and my introduction to understanding the universe; To Kill a Mockingbirdby Harper Leea fictional account of the power of crime on the bystanders; and Shot in the Heart by Mikal Gilmore, the most powerful book I know about the effects and complications of crime in a tragic family history. My favorite section of The New Testament is The Book of James. I believe wholeheartedly that words without deeds are meaningless. And that’s why I try to get everywhere, see everyone, and do everything.
The history of baseball fascinates me, especially what it meant to the fabric of this country in the early 20th century. I’ve thrown my allegiance to the most doomed sports franchise in the world, the Chicago Cubs and Tyrus Books was named after my favorite baseball player of all time – Ty Cobb.
I believe in traveling to every corner of the world to get stories from locals. Some of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned were in places like the swamps of northern Florida or the coal country of West Virginia.
I sat on stage with the President. A year later I was in a bar with Mamie and Jesco White. I believe I am the only member of this fraternity.

-- donated by Ben LeRoy

Lady's and Men's Golf Baskets

Lady's and Men's Golf Baskets

Filled with Goodies!




-- donated by Susan Boyd


Janice Decker Consultation/MS Review + Book

Janice Decker Consultation/MS Review + Book




1 hour consultation/MS review + signed “Take the War”

-- donated by Janice Decker

Sea World/Aquatica Tickets


4 Sea World/Aquatica Tickets





As the world’s most popular marine life adventure park, we take great pride in our role as a corporate leader by supporting numerous community efforts such as yours. Your request has been reviewed and we are pleased to donate:
Four SeaWorld and Aquatica combo tickets
Current value of tickets is $468.40
Admission for 14 consecutive days to SeaWorld and Aquatica in Orlando!


SeaWorld Orlando takes families below the surface, above the waves and beyond their expectations. More than 200 acres of up-close animal encounters, thrilling attractions and lavish performances immerse guests in the mysteries of the sea. Whether coming face-to-face with Shamu, petting dolphins, counting the teeth on a shark or feeding seals and sea lions, vacation adventures become lifelong memories at SeaWorld Orlando.

SeaWorld Orlando’s amazing new attraction, TurtleTrek, blends up-close animal encounters with the world’s first 3D 360-degree dome theater experience. Get a turtle’s eye view of the ocean. Race to the beach in a motion-controlled video game. Plus, meet animals SeaWorld has rescued and be inspired by their stories.

AND…

From high-speed water slides and exhilarating wave pools, to tranquil beaches and the remarkable animal habitats that are the hallmark of SeaWorld, Aquatica delights all ages and interests. This one-of-a-kind water park is home to some of the world’s most thrilling water rides, featuring 36 slides, six rivers and lagoons and more than 80,000 square feet of sparkling white, sandy beaches. Aquatica’s exclusive attractions promise unlimited fun, sending guests on amazing undersea adventures and through breathtaking animal exhibits.

-- donated by SeaWorld Orlando

WonderWorks Tickets

WonderWorks Tickets


 2 general admission tickets to WonderWorks

WonderWorks Orlando began as a Top Secret research laboratory on a remote island in the Bermuda Triangle. As legend has it, the world’s greatest scientists – led by Professor Wonder – were given the task of creating a man-made tornado and harnessing the POWER of it. During this experiment, something went awry and the power of the tornado was unleashed throughout the laboratory. This created a swirling vortex that was strong enough to rip the laboratory from its foundation. It was carried thousands of miles away and landed upside-down on the top of a brick warehouse in Orlando, Florida. Remarkably, all of the experiments remained intact and functional.

When you enter the building, everything will be upside-down, so in order to participate in the fun, you must be inverted. Step inside the inversion tunnel and be turned right side up to begin your journey. Once you are properly aligned for your adventure, family fun awaits with more than 100 hands on exhibits. Make WonderWorks a stop on your Things to Do list when visiting Orlando.

-- donated by WonderWorks

Disney Tickets

Disney Tickets


Let the Memories Begin!

2 One-Day Hopper passes
valued at $124 per pass

Valid during normal operating hours and provide admission to a magical experience experience at each of our unique theme parks: the Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom for one day.

Please note that these tickets expire within 2 years
complimentary tickets cannot be upgraded nor can they be applied towards a package to meet eligibility requirements.

-- donated by Disney World

Dianne Ochiltree Book & Critique Services

Dianne Ochiltree Book & Critique Services


Professional critique services & book

-- donated by Dianne Ochiltree

Darrell House Children's Books

Darrell House Children's Books


Signed books: “The King of Fish” & “Miller the Green Caterpillar”

-- donated by Darrell House

Tea forte Tea Steeping System

Tea forte Tea Steeping System


Box with 5 tea blends, infuser & ceramic tumbler

-- donated by Susan Boyd

Books by 2011 RPLA Winners

Books by 2011 RPLA Winners


Collection of Award-Winning Books

Basket of Children’s Books

Basket of Children’s Books


A Variety of  Books by Dr. If (Gordon Ralph) & Dianne Ochiltree

-- donated by Gordon Ralph & Dianne Ochiltree