Maturango Museum of the Indian Wells Valley

Annual Auction Fundraiser September 19, 2015

Supporting 2015 & 2016 Museum Operating Expenses

Maturango Museum Fundraiser Saturday September 19, 2015

Schedule and important information

5:00 p.m. Doors open ~ No Host Bar ~ Hors D’oeuvres by Chef Bill Begin Silent Auction, Bucket Raffle, and 50/50

Entertainment by Sound Waves Mobile DJ

Please write your bidder number on the back of your bucket raffle tickets. It will be easier to identify the winner. Use your bidder number for the Silent Auction.

6:00 p.m. Dinner Catered by Farris’ 6:45 p.m. Bucket Raffle ends

Please allow time for tickets to be drawn. Winning ticket numbers will be posted on a display board. You must present your half of the ticket or proof of your bidder number to the volunteer in order to claim any item that you have won.

7:00 p.m. Silent Auction ends

Please allow 30 minutes after the close of the Silent auction for the cashier to input all of the data. DO NOT TAKE any item without proof of payment from the cashier.

7:15 p.m. Welcome and flag salute Begin Live Auction - auctioneer is Steven Morgan Approx. 8:15 p.m. after live auction item number 16

- 15 minute break - Hold 50/50 drawing

Live auction winning bidders – please allow 15 minutes for the cashier to record the bids. You can speed up the process by pre-registering your credit card. No charges will occur unless you are a winner and until you check out.

Please thank and support our sponsors.

Shaman Level

Shaman Level Anthony and Cynthia Damiano

Ronald and Beverly Atkins

Mountain Lion Level

Big Horn Level

Road Runner Level

Thank you Milt Burford for your continued generosity.

Silent Auction Catalog

Item# Description101 Roll Top Desk

Donated by Linda Wheeler

approximately 100 years old

102 Radamacher HillsDonated by Frances Nichols

Watercolorframed 10x20

Radamacher hills view towards Sierras

103 Serving Bowl by Paula CaudillDonated by Estate of Paula Caudill

104 Sunflowers by Vera SchadowDonated by Brenda Burnett

105 Ansonia Wall ClockDonated by Linda Wheeler

approximately 100 years old

Item# Description

106 McGee Creek in AutumnDonated by Frances Nichols

Pastelframed 16x20

107 Trona PinnaclesDonated by Jerry Bradley

Corian Lithophane (light sculpture)depicting the Trona Pinnaclesby Jerry Bradley

108 In The Woods tapestryDonated by Annie & Bill Blanc

from the NY Metropolitan Museum of Art

109 Pomegrante by Betty SpindlerDonated by Estate of Gary Babcock

Pomegranate andPomegranate slice

110 Mary Adler paintingDonated by Brenda Burnett

Item# Description

111 Minerals UnlimitedDonated by Andrea Pelch

Assortment of items from Minerals Unlimited

Gift CertificateNecklaceEarringsAmethyst rock

112 Dick & Jane posterDonated by Helen Baker

Framed posterpage from Our Big Book

113 American People SeriesDonated by Ed & Barbara Jayne

Franklin Mint Pewter figurines (10)American People Series1776 - 1976

114 By the SeaDonated by Joleigh Rafalski

Aqua shell-themed bath, hand towels & wash clothShell-themed dispenser, tooth brush holder, cupOcean themed vaseSet of 3 shell soapsOcean scented candleOcean scented sachetWoven wicker basket

Item# Description

115 Silver & Turquoise Belt BuckleDonated by Joann Barbee

hand crafted in Mexicocirca 1950's

116 Little Horned HeadDonated by Milt Burford

3 foot statue by Milt Burford

117 men's Turquoise ringDonated by Estate of Harold & Carolyn Hockett

118 From Russia With LoveDonated by Joleigh Rafalski and Susan Hueber

Matryoshka Russian nesting dollsStolichinaya vodkaCaviar2 handled shot glassesJar of green olives, lemons, limes, 2 pkgs of napkinsWoven wicker basket

119 Who Likes to Read?Donated by Pat Brown-Berry and Bea & Lloyd Smith

Seri Ironwood carved bookendsvarious books

Item# Description

120 Turquoise pendantDonated by Estate of Harold & Carolyn Hockett

Silver with red & turquoise stones

121 German HorseDonated by Brenda Burnett

122 Bolo tieDonated by Carol Hewer

123 Instant Italian RomanceDonated by Joleigh Rafalski

Bell'Agio 2007 ChiantiStainless steel colanderPasta forkWooden spoon -Francesco spaghetti sauceDaVinci spaghetti pastaPartridge Farms Milano cookiesRed LED candles (2)Red & white checkered paper napkinsItalian seasoning

Item# Description

124 Diamond LadyDonated by Milt Burford

3 foot statue by Milt Burford

125 Silver necklace & earring setDonated by Carol Hewer

126 One night stay at Heritage Inn & SuitesDonated by Heritage Inn & Suites

One night stay in a deluxe suiteBreakfast for two

127 Red Glass PitcherDonated by Katherayn Bodewig

Antique blown case glass(2 layers of glass)

128 Friendship cross stitchDonated by Jo Burdick

Friendshipis not a big thingIt is many little things

Item# Description

129 Grilling GuruDonated by Ron & Bev Atkins and Joleigh Rafalski

20" portable propane grillWeber grill mitt -GrillMate marinate packs (2) -Grill UtensilsJack Daniels barbecue marinadeKC Masterpiece Hickory Brown Sugar SauceMcCormick Hamburger Seasoning

130 Rogue Travel / Starter BanjoDonated by Steve Benson

NEW Rogue Banjo (starter)

18 brackets; high-quality, vintage-style head; open back; satin finish; and first-rate stringtuning machines make this a hot little instrument for fancy pickin' on the go or in the office.It's lightweight and super sturdy.

131 Garmin eTrex GPSDonated by Bea & Lloyd Smith

Garmin eTrex Legend HCx

Neither deep foliage, nor canyons faze the rugged eTrex Legend HCx. Its high-sensitivityreceiver holds a GPS signal in the toughest environments. This handheld navigator has abright color screen, microSD™ card slot and automatic routing for wherever adventuretakes you.

Enjoy Clear Reception with its high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver, eTrexLegend HCx locates your position quickly and precisely and maintains its GPS locationeven in heavy cover and deep canyons. The advantage is clear — whether you’re in deepwoods or just near tall buildings and trees, you can count on Legend HCx to help you findyour way when you need it the most.

Other Legend HCx Features:•Waterproof, so it can withstand the elements or an accidental dunk in water.•Crisp 256-color, sunlight-readable display makes it easy to distinguish map details•Fast USB computer connection so you can transfer waypoints and other data to yourcomputer

Item# Description

132 Japanese dinnerDonated by Kathy LaShure and Joleigh Rafalski

Japanese Art Modern dishesWicker basket w/ handle and two lids -Multi-colored scarfGekkeikan SakeKikkoman SukiyakiEdamame

133 Club HeadDonated by Milt Burford

4 foot statue by Milt Burford

134 A Nice Night CapDonated by Ron & Bev Atkins and Joleigh Rafalski

Two sets of matching liqueur glassesSandeman Founders Reserve PortGhiradelli dark chocolate sea salt/almond barLindt dark chocolate intense orange/ almond slivers bar Titiana "Night Cap" cigars (2)Oval-shaped wicker basket

135 (4) 1-day Park Hopper ticket for DisneylandDonated by Disneyland Resort

Disneyland 1-day park hopper ticket. Quantity of 4.Expires August 6, 2017Not valid December 25-31 of any year.Additional black out dates may apply.

Item# Description

136 3 loaves of homemade breadDonated by Fran Rogers and Debbie Benson

Homemade bread by Fran RogersOne loaf delivered each month for three (3) months

Leaf bowl with kitchen towel

137 Tropical TreatDonated by Joleigh Rafalski and Brenda Burnett

8 ceramic painted "palm tree" platesGlass tropical fish.Multi-colored vinyl table clothTropical themed•wall calendar•table and wall decorations•napkins (3 pks), straws, stirrers, paper and plastic cupsMalibu Caribbean Rum and Coconut LiqueurTropical Trail MixLawry's Hawaiian MarinadeWoven tray basket

138 (4) Single day admission tickets Six Flags Magic MountainDonated by Six Flags

4 admission tickets for Six Flags Magic MountainExpires January 3, 2016

139 Specimen Chest of DrawersDonated by Bea & Lloyd Smith

12 drawer specimen chest

Item# Description

140 Sea World San Diego tickets (4)Donated by Sea World

Four (4) tickets to Sea World San DiegoExpires 9/30/2016Blackout dates apply.

141 KitchenCraft cookware set (8 pieces)Donated by Ed & Barbara Jayne

Cookie SheetGourmet Cooker base (electric plate)3 quart with cover4 quart with coversteamersmall dome (double boiler)small skillet with coverGourmet skillet with covercookbook and DVD

142 Party On!Donated by Debbie Benson, Kay Lloyd and Kathy LaShure

Tobin James champagneChampagne flutesChip & Dip traySnacks

Live Auction Catalog

Item# StartingBid

Description

1 $200 General CusterDonated by Milt Burford

3 foot statue by Milt Burford

Why General Custer.... remember the battle of the Little Bighorn!!!

2 $100 3 months of homemade cookiesDonated by Fran Rogers and Carol & Ed Jeter

Homemade cookies by Fran RogersBaked and delivered to your door each month for 3 months.

Longaberger Homestead Apple combo basket donated by Carol & Ed Jeter

3 $30 Field of FlowersDonated by Susan Prazak

crocheted by Susan PrazakAfghan

4 $50 Bodie in WinterDonated by Howard Smith & Magi Allen

Framed photo by William Fettkether of Bishop. CAOn of the artists photos was featured in the May 1957 issue of Desert Magazine

5 $30 Large Serving Bowl by Paula CaudillDonated by Estate of Paula Caudill

Item# StartingBid

Description

6 $200 Pin HeadDonated by Milt Burford

4 foot statue by Milt Burford

7 $50 1937 Mercedes "Power Play" by HoytDonated by Camille Anderson

circa 1996Limited edition Lithograph#208 of 300Artist Dennis Hoyt is a member of AFAS (Automotive Fine Arts Society)

8 $100 Explore your Creative SelfDonated by Cheryl McDonald

Spend the day exploring and expressing your creative self.

Choose your medium:DrawingWatercolorLandscape Photography

Valid for up to 2 people.

9 $50 Stoneware Bowl by Dick BensonDonated by Dick Benson

Stoneware bowl by Dick Benson

Item# StartingBid

Description

10 $50 Unicorn tapestryDonated by Annie & Bill Blanc

from the NY Metropolitan Museum of Art

11 $100 "Kingsley" Lenox chinaDonated by Ed & Barbara Jayne

52 piece china setService for 8 (dinner, salad, bread, bowl, cup & saucerServeware - 13 inch platter; Gravy boat; 9 inch vegetable bowl (2); liddedCoffee pot; lidded Tea pot; Creamer; lidded Sugar bowl

12 $100 Lake Arrowhead houseDonated by Dave Ostach

2 night stay in Lake Arrowhead house1800 sq. ft. 3 bed/2bath home near the Lake Arrowhead Country Club.Top level has the master suite, dining room, and kitchen. The bottom level hastwo custom guest rooms, bathroom, bar, and laundry room.Huge decks on both levels overlook the 12th and 13th fairways of the club golfcourse.

13 $50 Vase by Lois HinmanDonated by Lois Hinman

by Lois HinmanPurple & Brown

Item# StartingBid

Description

14 $200 ArmlessDonated by Milt Burford

4 foot statue by Milt Burford

15 $50 Cowboy stained glassDonated by Kay Lloyd

Kelo Henderson stained glasspurchased from S&M Coins and Collectibles

16 $75 ConcannonDonated by Ron & Bev Atkins and Joleigh Rafalski

2009 Concannon Cabernet Sauvignon2012 Concannon Assemblage BlancWoven picnic basket w/ lid, handlesPicnic at Ascot wine and cheese setTwo flowered ceramic platesRed & white checkered tableclothPlastic bowl, tumblers, wine glasses, cutting board, food containersPaper plates, napkins, watermelon plateColorful-handled forks & spoons (4 of each)"Picnics, Potlucks and Barbecues" book"Brown Baggers" bookCrackers, chips and cookies

17 BREAK

15 minute break50/50 drawing

Item# StartingBid

Description

18 $100 Paradise Dressed in White by Larry ZabelDonated by Linda & Jim Bego

Numbered print by Larry Zabel154 of 500

19 $100 Pears by Betty SpindlerDonated by Betty Spindler and Estate of Gary Babcock

Ceramic Platter with 2 Pears

3rd Pear freestanding provided by the Gary Babcock Estate

20 $200 Bug EyesDonated by Milt Burford

4 foot statue by Milt Burford

21 $100 Marble coffee tableDonated by Annie & Bill Blanc

Approximately 32" diameter

22 $30 Autumn TapestryDonated by Kathy Martin

Quilted throw in fall colors

Made by Kathy Martin's 86 year old fatherQuilted by Sharon Kenly

Item# StartingBid

Description

23 $50 Sonoma to Santa BarbaraDonated by Bev & Bryan Hill and Carol Taylor

Wine Basket

Zinfidel - Seghesio 2013 - SonomaCabernet - Labyrinth 2012 - Paso RoblesPinot Noir - Labyrinth 2012 Santa Maria

2 crystal glasses2 purple glasses

24 $50 Copper ShamanDonated by Jerry Bradley

12" copper Shaman on sandstone baseby Jerry Bradley

25 $50 Station Theater muralDonated by Estate of Gary Babcock

Framed giclee quality print of a portion of the mural in the Station Theater.Mural painted by Kyle MacLaren.Reproduction rights obtained from the MacLaren family.

26 $150 Cookie of the MonthDonated by Maturango Museum Docents

12 months of homemade cookies.Delivered to your door

Item# StartingBid

Description

27 $200 ArrowheadDonated by Milt Burford

4 foot statue by Milt Burford

28 $100 Stay & Play at Furnace Creek ResortDonated by Furnace Creek Resort

One night stay and round of golf for 2Room provided by the Ranch at Furnace CreekGolf includes cart at Furnace Creek Golf CourseValid Sunday - Thursday. Blackout dates apply.Expires October 1, 2016

29 $30 Vase by Paul MeyersDonated by Linda Wheeler

Vase by Paul Meyers

30 $75 Tobin JamesDonated by Ron & Bev Atkins and Joleigh Rafalski

Tobin James pepper grinderTobin James cutting boardTobin James 4-pc. corkscrew setTobin James 2011 Petit Verdoi wine in wooden holderLibbey 18 oz. Wine and Dine 4-glass set -"Wine, Wit & Wisdom Served Nightly" signWine motif towel and mitt set4 Cloth napkins (2 champagne/2 wine color)Wine-motif paper beverage napkins (1 pkg)Wicker woven tray basket

Item# StartingBid

Description

31 $50 El Tahia Mosque by Hamil MaDonated by Philip Archibald

by Hamil MaAswan Egypt

32 $200 FrogmanDonated by Milt Burford

4 foot statue by Milt Burford