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Wally Lamb
Two Autographed Novels
Wally Lamb is the author of six New York Times best-selling novels. Two of them, "I’ll Take You There" and "We Are Water", are here for your consideration. Wally Lamb is a Connecticut native who holds Bachelors and Masters Degrees in teaching from the University of Connecticut and a Master of Fine Arts in Writing Degree from Vermont College. www.wallylamb.net Valued at $55.00 Donated by Wally Lamb |
SIlent Item # 53
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Beth M. Caruso
Two Autographed Novels
Local author Beth M. Caruso has written two acclaimed novels exploring America’s first witch panic in Windsor CT, pre-dating the Salem witch trials by more than 40 years. Beth has brought to life the true stories of Alice Young of Windsor, who was accused of witchcraft and executed, while The Salty Rose tells the stories of tavern keeper Marie de Trieux, during the tumultuous creation of present-day New York City, and John Tinker, who founded New London, CT. The Salty Rose is a sequel to One of Windsor but both can be read independently. www.oneofwindsor.com Valued at $36.00 Donated by Beth M. Caruso |
Silent Item # 54
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Martha Hall Kelly
Two Autographed Novels
The runaway bestseller Lilac Girls introduced the real-life heroine Caroline Ferriday. This sweeping novel, set a generation earlier and also inspired by true events, features Caroline’s mother, Eliza, and follows three equally indomitable women from St. Petersburg to Paris under the shadow of World War I. Valued at $53.00 Donated by Jennine Lupo |
Silent Item # 55
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Music Lover's Trove
Three Books
This music lover's collection includes "Lou Reed; a Life" by Anthony DeCurtis, "What Would Keith Richards Do?" by Jessica Pallington West, and R. Crumb's "Heros of Blues, Jazz and Country" (with included CD). Valued at $60.00 Donated by Mike Brown & Tess Marquis |
Silent Item # 56
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Rick Steves
Rick Steves Collection
Rick Steves is an American travel writer, activist and television personality. His travel philosophy encourages people to explore less-traveled destinations and to become immersed in the local people's way of life. Since 2000, he has hosted Rick Steves' Europe, a travel series on public television. Collection includes several books and videos. Valued at $160.00 Donated by Mike Brown & Tess Marquis |
Silent Item # 57
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Towering Chocolate!
Bridgewater Chocolate Tower
The Bridgewater Chocolate Tower is a three-tiered gift box that includes a 2 lb. Assortment box, 1 lb. Bark and Milk Shortbread. It's the quintessential holiday gift! www.bridgewaterchocolate.com Valued at $150.00 Donated by Bridgewater Chocolate |
Silent Item #58
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Natural Sweetness
Maple Syrup and Honey
The Keney Park Sustainability Project supports the development of community-based food systems while empowering community members to be stewards of the environment. Projects include vegetable gardening, composting, beekeeping, trail maintenance, mushroom production, nutrition education, storm water collection, woodworking, aquaponics, and wood management. This year's honey is uniquely flavored with a strong crop of Japanese Knotweed. www.keneyparksustainability.org Valued at $40.00 Donated by Keney Part Sustainability Project |
Silent Item # 59
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Cookie, Cookie, Cookie Start with C
Aby's Cookies
People call Aby's Bakery and Confectionery one of West Hartford's best kept secrets. Aby's, which is owned by Isabel E. Bellefleur and her niece Celia B. Bardy, both of whom hail from Buenos Aires, has been in operation for many years and offers many fabulous treats. Valued at $35.00 Donated by David McCluskey |
Silent Item # 60
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Taste by Spellbound
Tasty Dessert Bars
Baking fresh daily since 2012, Taste By Spellbound’s menu includes cupcakes, bars, macarons, pies, cookies, and hand rolled truffles. They pride Themselves on their unique approach to cake decorating and recipe development. Their baked goods are meant to reflect Their belief in traditional baked goodness with inspirational designs. spellbound.bigcartel.com Valued at $30.00 Donated by David McCluskey |
Silent Item # 61
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Elmwood Pastry Shop
Cookie Platter
A family-owned business located in West Hartford since 1948, Elmwood Pastry Shop is your place for fresh baked goods, sandwiches, coffee and more. Everything is hand made from scratch daily - no preservatives or fillers. www.elmwoodpastryshop.com Valued at $24.00 Donated by David McCluskey |
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Susan B. Anthony
10 Susan B. Anthony Coins
Start or augment your coin collection. Valued at $35.00 Donated by Barry Zitser |
Silent Item # 65
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Holiday Wine Glasses
Six Painted Wine Glasses
Jazz up your collection of holiday vessels with this unique set by Kim Hynes. Valued at $120.00 Donated by Kim Hynes |
Silent Item # 66
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Custom-Painted Wine Glasses
Certificate for Two Painted Wine Glasses
Let Kim Hynes memorialize your pet(s) by painting their images on a pair of wine glasses. Valued at $40.00 Donated by Kim Hynes |
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Custom-Painted Wine Glasses
Certificate for Two Painted Wine Glasses
Let Kim Hynes memorialize your pet(s) by painting their images on a pair of wine glasses. Valued at $40.00 Donated by Kim Hynes |
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Paint the Town
...or paint one room, anyway
Your living room needs painting. Or maybe your guest bedroom. You've been putting this off for far too long. Let expert painter Sally Grossman check this one off of your list. enhancedinteriorsct.com Valued at $400.00 Donated by Enhanced Interiors |
Silent Item # 69
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Willimantic Food Co-op
$25 Gift Certificate
The Willimantic Food Co-op is a member owned and operated food store. They carry a full line of grocery items, produce, cheese, juices, grains, spices, vitamins, dairy products, homeopathic remedies, and paper goods. The store is open to members and non-members alike. Members pay shelf price and have the option of working at the store to receive an additional discount. Non-members pay 10% above shelf price. www.willimanticfood.coop Valued at $25.00 Donated by Willimantic Food Co-op |
Silent Item # 70
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Get a Jump on Next Spring
$20 Gift Card & Potted Plant
Cropley's garden center is the perfect place to shop for gifts, local specialty food items and the highest quality plants, trees and shrubs. Explore the grounds for pottery and statuary, birding essentials and outdoor living décor. cropleysgardencenter.com Valued at $60.00 Donated by Cropley's Garden Center |
Silent Item # 71
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Co-working Space
One Month "Hot Desk" Work Space
reSET’s office space offers an affordable and welcoming place to work, learn, and create. Coworking plans give you access to the reSET Business Factory, Wi-Fi, printing, and a full kitchen. Located at 1429 Park St. in Hartford, parking is free on the street or in the parking lot across from the main entrance at 30 Bartholomew Ave. resetco.org/resource/coworking Valued at $150.00 Donated by Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner |
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Empowerment Coach
One Hour Consultation
As an Empowerment Coach, Mensimah Shabazz believes that we are all blessed with joy, abundance, and prosperity. However, in order to cope with life challenges, we put in protective mechanisms that can ultimately block us. Mensimah works with women to open that sacred treasure and give that deeper part permission to come forward to support their transformation. This approach creates consistent, life-changing, and powerful results. mensimah.com Valued at $250.00 Donated by Agape Consulting |
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Women's Empowerment
Seven Week Group Consultation
The Women’s Empowerment Circle is a mastermind group of women (10-15) that meets weekly for seven weeks at a time and the sessions are designed to create a safe space for women to connect, nurture and honor each other’s spiritual growth. In a supportive and healing environment, we cultivate the confidence to trust inner knowing, resulting in clarity, balance and making empowered choices for our lives. New spiritual topics and meditations are offered. mensimah.com Valued at $280.00 Donated by Agape Consulting |
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Earth-Friendly
One Month of Composting Service
You know it feels wrong to throw food in the trash. Once you start composting, you won’t be able to imagine any other way. Blue Earth Compost is a food scrap collection service for residents and businesses in Connecticut. They'll collect your scraps and deliver the finished product right back to you. Don't want it? They'll find it a good home. www.blueearthcompost.com Valued at $25.00 Donated by Blue Earth Compost |
