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S I L E N T AU C T I O N 2 017 Bid on Campus, Sundays: Apr 23, 30 & May 7

Bid online Apr 21 through May 7, closing at 9pmEvents happen anytime between May - Dec 2017.

HOW IT WORKSYour event is a donation to Center for Spiritual Living. CSL auctions spots at your event to our community. So, say your event is a ‘Pasta under Moonlight.’ You can host 8 people in July on your beautiful deck. During our Silent Auction, we auction off 8 individual spots to your event with the auction proceeds going to support CSL. Then, the 8 auction winners come to your location for ‘Pasta under Moonlight’ and you serve your amazing pasta and all have a fabulous time!

WINNING BIDSUpon winning, your bids will be processed on your credit card a few days following the close of the auction in May. You will receive an email with the event information and receipt. The event host will then contact you with the final details for attending. Happy bidding and enjoy your wins!

Silent Auction 2019

supporting Center for Spiritual Living

AUCTION BOOKLET 2019

SILENT AUCTION DATES Bid in-person, Sundays: March 24, 31 & April 7

Bid online March 22 through April 3

Events happen between May - Dec 2019

THIS BOOK BELONGS TO:

Browse and Bid in The Mountaineers Lobby or

online at SpiritualLiving.org/gourmets-for-god7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle WA 98115 w 206-527-8801 w [email protected]

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GOURMETS FOR GOD

This fun and unique fundraiser, for Center for Spiritual Living Seattle, brings together members of our spiritual community, along with friends and family, to meet, eat and create wonderful memories, all the while raising funds to support our spiritual home.

Community members will be hosting 52 events this year, offering every imaginable form of culinary entertainment with love, passion and creativity. There are casual picnics, elegant meals and fun outings—all great ways to meet fellow congregants and make new friends!

Now’s your opportunity to bid on the chance to attend one or more of these fabulous events! Anyone can bid! Events take place between May and December.

We appreciate all of our marvelous, generous hosts and chefs, and all of our generous bidders.

We appreciate our dedicated and devoted Gourmets for God Volunteer Leadership (Brian Eckfeldt, Marilyn Gregory, and Joey Nessif) and Recruitment (Tiffany Brown-Lutack, Diann Durbin, and Marilyn Gregory) Teams. In addition, we are grateful for the assistance of various support volunteers and our Staff Lead Rev. Patric A. Creelman.

Thanks for supporting our Center for Spiritual Living and Community!

HOW DOES IT WORK?If you have participated in other silent auctions before, you most likely have bid to buy the whole event. In Gourmets for God, you’re bidding for one seat or “spot” at an event.

• Register to bid either ONLINE or IN-PERSON. You won’t be able to place a valid bid without registering. Your bid is financially binding and your credit card will be charged for all events you do win. See p. 7 for details.

• There are events for every budget. Some events have Buy-It-Now pricing or Family pricing. See p. 4 for details.

• To bid: If an event allows for ten guests, four spots will be listed ONLINE and six spots IN-PERSON. ONLINE, bidders choose one of the four spots listed to bid on, each spot having a separate bid “race.” IN-PERSON, participating bidders bid for the six spots in one single race, with the top six bidders each winning one of the six

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spots. Whether bidding ONLINE or IN-PERSON, bid for more than one seat if you want to bring a friend or partner. See p. 4 for details.

• The week after the auction closes, bidder’s credit cards will be charged, and hosts will be notified of the final guest list. See p. 6 for details.

That’s it. Have fun! Eat well! Bid early and bid often!

Visit us at SpiritualLiving.org/gourmets-for-god. Here you will find links to the silent auction site and our online program guide, as well as a PDF of this booklet.

REGISTRATIONONLINEGo to SpiritualLiving.org/gourmets-for-god and click on the Silent Auction Pro link to view items by grid or list. Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email from our Silent Auction Pro team.

IN-PERSON – The Mountaineers lobbyRegister and submit a valid credit card at the auction registration table to receive a bid number. Volunteers are happy to explain the financial guidelines for participating in the auction.

SPECIAL PRICING OPTIONSLook for the “special pricing” colored label on some bid sheets for great deals!

Buy-It-Now pricingNo bidding necessary—just write your name and bid number on the bid sheet and you’re good to go! Your credit card will be charged the Buy-It-Now price. Hurry—these events go fast!

Family pricingA certain number of children may attend, included in the price of one adult.

BIDDINGEach event has spots available ONLINE and IN-PERSON (exceptions are the Buy-It-Now spots that are only available IN-PERSON). ONLINE, each spot is bid upon as its own item and has a separate bid history. IN-PERSON, the top bidders on the sheet will win, all having bid on one sheet for all spots.

ONLINE bidding works like this:ONLINE bidding starts at 9:00am on the first day of online bidding and closes at 9:00pm on the final day of online bidding. The software will keep track of the winning bids.

Within the ONLINE auction, the highest bid at 9:00pm on the final day is the winning bidder for that spot. Once the ONLINE auction closes, all remaining spots will be

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added to the IN-PERSON auction, in time for the final bidding session, 8:30am to 12:30pm, Sunday, Apr 7. (Rolling close starts at approximately 12:30pm.)

IN-PERSON bidding works like this:Let’s say you’d like to attend an Italian dinner for ten guests (remember, four spots ONLINE and six spots IN-PERSON). Enter your bid on the bid sheet, keeping in mind the minimum bid as well as the bid increments of $5. Of course, you can bid as high as you want from the start, especially if you really want to attend this dinner! Once six valid bids have been entered, the seventh bid will bump the lowest LAST bidder off the guest list. In other words, IN-PERSON, the first bid at a certain amount wins over the next bid at the same amount. That’s why it’s a good idea to bid early and bid often! Keep checking the bid sheet—if you were outbid, counter with a higher bid on a new line at the bottom of the list. To help bidders keep track, a Gourmets for God volunteer will monitor the bid sheets, crossing out bids that have been bumped off by a higher bid. In the end, the highest six bidders will have won spots at the event.

IN-PERSON bidding example:Italian dinner event: 10 guests

(4 ONLINE/6 IN-PERSON)

Opening bid price: $25, bid increment: $5

Amt. Bid #

1. $25 003

2. $25 003

3. $50 015 Winning Bid #3


5. $25 008

6. $35 022

7. $35 047


9. $35 029

10 $45 036 Winning Bid #6



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Planning/bidding strategiesMake sure you have your calendar nearby when you’re bidding.

Keep an eye on your bids—You’re bidding for a fabulous bike ride and picnic, however, you keep getting outbid –Move to another event that had caught your eye. Seeing this early can give you the chance to get in a winning bid on another great event! ☺

One strategy is to bid ONLINE first, and see if you win there. (ONLINE bidding closes before IN-PERSON bidding does.) If you don’t win, try again the following Sunday in the last hours of IN-PERSON bidding. This can be a gamble – are you up for it? ☺

ONLINE and IN-PERSON bidding!There are two places to bid. Be aware—if you bid for the same event ONLINE and IN-PERSON, you could win in both places!

Winning Bidder and Lead Host notificationAll credit cards will be processed the week after the auction closes. Winning Bidders will receive an emailed receipt from [email protected] with results and event details. (If you use yahoo.com as your email provider, please include [email protected] in your contacts so that your receipt is received.)

The Lead Host will also be notified by email with contact info for the Winning Bidders of their event.

It is highly suggested that the Lead Host notify Winning Bidders about particular details and location information a month prior to their event.

Auction etiquettePlease honor the generous hosts who have planned and organized for months to offer you a fabulous experience! Imagine slicing and dicing for days, and setting a striking table for eight, and then two individuals just don’t show up. It’s heartbreaking! If you cannot attend an event, please do everything possible to fill your seat by gifting or selling the spot to a friend or family member—they will thank you for it!

All auction events assume no smoking, no alcohol served, no pets, and not handicap accessible (ADA), unless otherwise indicated in the item information.

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VERY IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER:1. Your bid is a contract. Register and submit a valid credit card to bid. Volunteers are happy to explain the financial guidelines for participating in the auction. Registering as a bidder does not obligate you to make a purchase. Your credit card will only be charged if you are a winning bidder.

2. Check your calendars before bidding. If you win an event spot but then find you are unable to attend, honor the hosts by gifting or reselling your spot to a friend or family member.

3. Each bidder must bid on a separate line. If you are a couple or family, please use a separate line for each person. We cannot add extra seats to an event if a couple’s or family’s bids are split, so bid accordingly (i.e., early and high) to win the spots you want. The only exception is the family pricing events—one line is a bid for the adult, who may bring as many children as indicated for that particular event.

4. Events raise by $5 increment. When you are raising a bid, note the minimum raise increment for that event.

5. Do not erase, cross out or in any other way change an entered bid. See point #1! If you decide to raise your bid while a previous bid of yours is still in play, ask a volunteer to assist you.

6. Possible cancellation. If, at the end of the auction, an event has less than 50% of its spots won, the host has the opportunity to cancel the event. The bid amounts will not be charged.

7. There are two places to bid. Be aware—if you bid for the same event ONLINE and IN-PERSON, you could win in both places!

8. PAYMENTS: All sales are final. No refunds will be given. All payments are processed the week after the auction closes. No deferred payments.

9. All proceeds from the Gourmets for God auction benefit Center for Spiritual Living Seattle.

HAVE FUN BIDDING!

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CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING’S 2019 GOURMETS FOR GOD SILENT AUCTION EVENTS

MAY 2019

DEEPEN YOUR SPIRITUAL PRACTICE THROUGH ANIMAL COMMUNICATIONSATURDAY, MAY 4, 10AM-1PM Experience the joy of connecting with animals while learning ways to deepen your spiritual practice. We’ll talk about all the practices involved in connecting with animals, and then put them to work. You might be surprised how simple it is if you apply the practices. Light lunch served.

LOCATION: 16927 Broadway Ave, Snohomish 98296 HOST/CHEF: Karen Cleveland (206-715-4865)

GUESTS: 6, MINIMUM BID per Guest: $25

Restrictions: Smoking outside. Host has pet.

CUATRO DE MAYO - 21+ GAME NIGHT WITH TACOS AND MARGARITASSATURDAY, MAY 4, 6-10PM Mexican Food, Margaritas and Cards Against Humanity Style Game Night for the over 21 crowd at Cebell’s house in Lake Forest Park. Prepare to laugh all night! Will serve typical Mexican fare and can create gluten free, vegetarian or vegan, based on guest preferences.

LOCATION: 18926 33rd Ave NE, Lake Forest Park 98155 HOSTS/CHEFS: Cebell Berry, TC Cooke ([email protected]) & Myn McCarter


Restrictions: Smoking outside. ADA-approved space. Special diets supported. Host has pet. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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CINCO DE MAYOSUNDAY, MAY 5, 7-PM Why spend the time alone and siesta, IT’s time for a fiesta! Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us!

LOCATION: 12565 42nd Ave NE, Seattle 98125 HOST: Rev. Harold Costa (206-200-0185) & Rob Barrick CHEF: Deb Peters


Restrictions: Age 21+ event.

CELEBRATE MARDI GRAS WITH YOUR CSL FRIENDS!SUNDAY, MAY 5, NOON-3PM Let’s celebrate Mardi Gras together with a New Orleans-style brunch, featuring Jambalaya, Biegnets, and a create-your-own Bloody Mary bar! Wear your beads, masquerade masks, and feathers, if you are so inclined.

LOCATION: 1900 Jones Ave NE, Renton 98056 HOST: Laurel Tomchick (206-313-0363) CHEF: Michelle Concannon


Restrictions: None.

MAC AND HENNAFRIDAY, MAY 10, 6:30-9PM Munch on magnificent Macaroni & Cheese made famous by Chef Kimmi. After a delightful dinner, Rev. Abigail will create a personalized henna tattoo just for you! Each piece of sacred artwork will be blessed by the Rev. (*Henna tattoos last 1-2 weeks*)

LOCATION: 4810 241st St SW, Mountlake Terrace 98043 HOST: Rev. Abigail (206-636-5433) & Geena (831-840-8055) Schairer COHOST/CHEF: Kimmi Hansen


Restrictions: Smoking outside. Host has pet.

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DINNER FOR THE UNIVERSAL MOTHERSATURDAY, MAY 11, 6-10PM Join us to honor and celebrate the Divine Feminine on the eve of Mother’s Day. We will gather some of mom’s best home cooking and share a toast to the Universal Mother before enjoying conversation with friends, old and new.

LOCATION: 12615 9th Ave S, Seattle 98168 HOSTS: Marjorie McKinney & Geoff McNeely (206-406-4512) CHEF: Geoff McNeely



BIG MARIO’S NY PIZZA AND ICE BOX ARCADESUNDAY, MAY 12, 4-6PM Youth and Family will be in the house at Big Mario’s Pizza in Ballard for NY style slices. After pizza, we’ll take a short walk to The Ice Box, a new arcade packed full of pinball machines and vintage video arcade games for a 90 minute free play.

LOCATION: 4350 Leary Way NW, Seattle 98107 HOST: Al Parisi (206-679-2733)


Restrictions: None.

EAT, PLAY, ENJOY! GAME NIGHT!FRIDAY, MAY 17, 7-9PM Come out for a night of super cool fun! Meet new people, mingle with friends, and play board games, Bananagrams, Dominos, cards and more! Party food and delicious Salad Bar will be served.

LOCATION: CSL at Green Lake, 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOSTS: Karen Schiller ([email protected]), Sarah Loron & Tiffany Brown-Lutack CHEF: Rev. Patric Creelman

GUESTS: 40 BUY IT NOW per Guest: $25

Restrictions: None.

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JUNE 2019

A DAY IN THE COUNTRYSATURDAY, JUN 1, 2-5PM Take a leisurely drive to the scenic outskirts of Monroe for a fresh air feast at Dancing Heart Farm (not actually a farm!). Enjoy the palatial splendor of late Spring blossoms and a picnic atmosphere. We think it is Heaven on Earth and think you will too!

LOCATION: 25022 74th Pl SE, Monroe 98272 HOSTS: Michael (360-348-2504) & Pamela Oliver CHEF: Pamela Oliver


Restrictions: Host has a pet.

ASIAN FEAST EXTRAVAGANZAFRIDAY, JUN 7, 6-9PM An evening of a six-course Asian (Chinese, Taiwanese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, & Filipino) feast by seasoned Asian chef Ming-Ming.

LOCATION: 3866 43rd Ave NE, Seattle 98105 HOST/CHEF: Ming-Ming Tung-Edelman (206-321-1502)


Restrictions: None.

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY SING-A-LONG!SATURDAY, JUN 8, 6-10PM “Coming Soon” to a living room near you! We’re a bit “Under Pressure” but we promise “We Will Rock You”. Come dressed as a “Killer Queen” (or 70’s) and “Play The-Trivia-Game” and we’ll crown you “Champion!!” Prizes Gourmet Popcorn and Full Freddie Bar...so don’t ride your “Bicycle!!”

LOCATION: 6711 18th Ave SW Seattle 98106 HOSTS/CHEFS: Micki Suzuki (206-251-2522), Jeri Hudson, Karen Binkhorst & Jen Mandel

GUESTS: 12 MINIMUM BID per Guest: $25

Restrictions: None.

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LIFE IS A CABARET!SATURDAY, JUN 15, 7-9PM You’ll want to attend this Cabaret. Revs. Michael and Patric host a fabulous musical variety evening with performances by some of your CSL favorites. Refreshments and light snacks will be served.

LOCATION: CSL at Green Lake, 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOSTS/CHEFS: Revs. Michael Ingersoll & Patric Creelman (206-527-8801 x5119)

GUESTS: 50, BUY IT NOW per Guest: $35

Restrictions: No smoking. Special diets supported.

CAMP WENDT FOR ADULTS 2019SUNDAY, JUN 23, 2-8PM Kayak expedition, sculpture, precious stone and artifact tour. Try your hand at circus arts, swim if it is warm. Eggplant Parmesan, salad, homemade apple pie with ice cream for dinner.

LOCATION: 6423 S. Island Dr, Bonney Lake 98391 HOST/CHEF: Michael Wendt (253-720-9165)



A GARDEN PARTY FOR WINE AND CHEESE TASTING 2019SUNDAY, JUN 23, 4-7PM Enjoy the best days of summer in a verdant garden - ripe with beautiful flowers and birdsong - while you sip Northwest wines along with seasonal appetizers. Then get ready to build your own fabulous Cobb salad with the freshest ingredients Seattle’s markets have to offer. Your wine selection will be curated by our local wine specialist, Brian Eckfeldt, and will span several varieties for your enjoyment.

LOCATION: 1130 N 83rd St. Seattle 98103 HOSTS: Richard (425-736-7503) & Alinda (206-375-3554) Page CHEF: Brian Eckfeldt

GUESTS: 18, MINIMUM BID per Guest: $30.

Restrictions: No smoking. Alcohol served Age 21+ event.

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TACOS AND TEXAS HOLD ‘EMFRIDAY, JUN 28, 6:30-10PMJoin Rev. Abigail & Geena for an evening of good friends, great fun, and friendly gambling. Bring your game face and learn when to hold ‘em and when to fold ‘em. Winner gets bragging rights and trophy. Includes taco bar buffet. First timers and pros welcome.

LOCATION: 4810 241st St SW, Mountlake Terrace 98043 HOSTS: Rev. Abigail (206-636-5433) & Geena (831-840-8055) Schairer COHOSTS/CHEFS: TC Cooke & Myn McCarter


Restrictions: Smoking outside. Special diets supported. Host has pets. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

JULY 2019

THANKSGIVING IN JULYSATURDAY, JUL 13, 2-6PM Share a summer Thanksgiving dinner with dear friends! Each guest brings their favorite side dish from their past to share. Jan and Arnie provide the turkey and beverages.

LOCATION: 21425 Damson Rd, Bothell 98021 HOSTS/CHEFS: Jan Viney & Arnie Marcus (425-248-8006)


Restrictions: None.

DISNEYLAND FOOD SPECTACULARSUNDAY, JUL 14, 2-5PM We’ll do the Blue Bayou “Monte Cristo” sandwiches and New Orleans Square Biegnets and more.

LOCATION: 2929 1st Ave #901 Seattle 98121 HOSTS: Alex Krolikowski (425-772-5329) & Imajean Yeaman and Heather Weldon CHEF: Alex Krolikowski


Restrictions: None.

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MASSAGE FOR THE SOULTHURSDAY, JUL 18, 10AM-2PM Massage Therapists perform massage for 6 people. Two treatment rooms - 6 therapists! Massage times: 10am-11am (2 slots), 11:30am-12:30pm (2 slots), 1pm-2pm (2 slots). Chocolates will be provided.

LOCATION: 7800 Bothell Way NE, Ste 155, Kenmore 98028 HOSTS: Dennis LaMaster (206-322-2620) & Sonya Grace


Restrictions: ADA-approved space.

AMAZING TAPAS, WINE AND COCKTAIL PARTY 2019SATURDAY, JUL 20, 3-8PM Come join us for an afternoon of various types of Tapas, heavy appetizers, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks. Bring your favorite Spiritual poem, song or story to share with the group.

LOCATION: Bellevue 98004 (Host will send exact address to winning bidders.) HOSTS/CHEFS: Mandy Tsui (206-618-4121) & Michael Villani

GUESTS: 20, MINIMUM BID per guest: $25


FIESTA OF MEXICO!SATURDAY, JUL 20, 5-9PM Join us al fresco for Grilled Shrimp & Veggie Tacos, along with other scrumptious Mexican delights, including a top-shelf Tequila tasting. Other drinks include south of the border Beers & scratch Margaritas.

LOCATION: 4045 47th Ave SW, Seattle 98116 HOSTS: Laura (206-981-6295) & Dan Thomas, Jeanne Reina, Diann Durbin & Cathy Lindsay CHEF: Dan Thomas


Restrictions: Smoking outside. Special diets supported. Host has pets. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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VASHON SALMON FEASTSATURDAY, JUL 27, 2-6PM Have a relaxing retreat to the Vashon countryside and enjoy a fabulous Salmon feast.

LOCATION: 19505 115th Ave SW, Vashon 98070 HOST/CHEF: Johnathan Stevens (206-579-5301)


Restrictions: Smoking outside. Host has pet. Alcohol served.

BEV’S BACKYARD BAND BASH 2019SATURDAY, JUL 27, 2-6PM Join Bev and CSL House band (and other special guests) for this casual jam session with some of your favorite NW musicians. Enjoy her fabulous backyard & delicious food.

LOCATION: Mountlake Terrace 98043 (Host will send exact address to winning bidders.) HOST: Bev Daugherty (206-527-8801 x5139) CHEF: Deb Peters



FAIRY GARDEN TEA PARTY 2019SUNDAY, JUL 28, 2PM-4PM Wear your finest festive fairy attire and come away with the fae to enjoy a delightful afternoon in a beautiful garden setting. Enjoy high tea complete with tasty treats served on beautiful nature-inspired dishes to transport you to the land of the fairies.

LOCATION: 11527 35th Ave NE, Seattle 98125 HOSTS/CHEFS: Diane (206-963-6677) & Karina Bell


Restrictions: Host has pets. Ages 6+.

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AUGUST 2019

BARREL WINE TOURFRIDAY, AUG 2, 1-5PM Explore Washington Wines at 3 of Carmin’s favorite wineries, specializing in Bordeaux blends. Enjoy Chocolates and Charcuterie along the way. Limo will meet and transport us around town.

LOCATION: Woodinville Wine Country. Limo pickup/dropoff locations will be mutually agreed upon. HOST: Carmin Dalziel (206-409-3507)


Restrictions: Smoking outside. ADA-approved space. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

Y’ALL COME - SOUTHERN HOOTENANNY ON SOUTH MERCER ISLANDSATURDAY, AUG 3, 6-10:30PM Bring your fellas and your jugs, and come on down to kick up your heels at our hootenanny and enjoy plenty of Southern fixin’s and Southern charm! There will be lots of Meat, Veggies, Pie, Sweet Tea, Moonshine, laughter and fun! Don’t forget your dancing shoes to get down with the band!

LOCATION: Mercer Island 98040 (Host will send exact address to winning bidders.) HOSTS/CHEFS: Mia Woodall & Cath Danigelis (323-377-1755)


Restrictions: Host has pet. Special diets supported - vegetarian. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

ZEST IN LIFE EASTERN MEDITERRANEANSUNDAY, AUG 4, 1-5:30PM Friends, let’s celebrate this wonderful Life with an Eastern Mediterranean feast of music, dance and food. Rice’s rich cellar will accompany multi course meal - 7 appetizers, lamb, fish, the world’s best baklava plus....Dances learned on the spot - swing, easy tango, Greek and whatever the Spirit moves us into.

LOCATION: Seattle area (Host will send exact address to winning bidders.) HOSTS: Nancy (206-790-1610) & Jim Rice and Artemis Antipas


Restrictions: Host has pet. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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SUNSET BBQ MEETS CHEESECAKE HEAVENSATURDAY, AUG 10, 6:30-9:30PM A sunset over the Olympic Mountains is the backdrop for a delectable outdoor spread of amazing BBQ selections from Stan’s BBQ in Issaquah. Fill your plate with Pulled Pork, Baby Back Ribs, and Chicken Wings. Then for dessert this year, we’ll enjoy a selection of homemade Cheesecakes and toppings! Are you hungry yet?

LOCATION: 9020 View Ave NW, Seattle 98117 HOST: Tom Retan (206-498-9487)


Restrictions: Special diets supported. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

CAMP WENDT FOR KIDS 2019SUNDAY, AUG 11, 2-8PM Up to 2 kids can bring 1 Adult. Activities include: kayaking, swimming, trampolining, tight rope, and water toys. Spaghetti, Salad, and homemade Apple Pie with Ice Cream for dinner.

LOCATION: 6423 S Island Dr, Bonney Lake 98391 HOST: Michael Wendt (253-720-9165)

SPOTS: 6 (Family-pricing! Each spot allows for 1 adult and 1 to 2 children) MINIMUM BID per Spot: $30

NOTES: Adult must be accompanied by child.

Restrictions: No smoking.

SUNSET ELECTRIC BOAT CRUISE ON LAKE UNION-2019THURSDAY, AUG 29, 6:30-8:30PM Please join us for a lovely cruise on Lake Union at sunset! Hors d’oeuvres, wine and groovy tunes to accompany our time together.

LOCATION: 2046 Westlake Ave N, Suite 102, Seattle 98109 HOSTS: Diann Durbin (206-526-8744) & Cathy Lindsay

GUESTS: 7, MINIMUM BID per Guest: $60 NOTES: Must be able-bodied to climb on & off the boat unassisted. We will sail on time, rain or shine.

Restrictions: No smoking. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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SUSHI AT SUNSET WITH THE SHIMIZUS-2019SATURDAY, AUG 31, 6:30-9:30PM Enjoy sushi and other Japanese culinary delights at our lovely garden home. You’ll get a chance to make your own as well, so please come and enjoy a Japanese culinary journey.

LOCATION: 4702 NE 25th St, Renton 98059 HOSTS/CHEFS: Stan (206-399-7804) & Irene Shimizu


Restrictions: No smoking. Host has pet. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

SEPTEMBER 2019

CRUISE TO PORT MADISON 2019SATURDAY, SEP 7, 11AM-5PM Experience a cruise on Capt. Mike Thorsen’s TEN KEI and the Rebello’s BEST OF TIMES to Port Madison where we raft up to enjoy lunch. One boat leaves from Seattle, the other from Edmonds. The dinghy rides are always a big hit.

LOCATION: Port of Edmonds ‘P’ dock, Edmonds 98020 OR Shilshole Bay Marina, 7001 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle 98117 HOSTS: Mike Thorsen (425-248-9859) & Darlene Sommerdorf and Ray & Susan (425-273-1173) Rebello CHEFS: Darlene Sommerdorf & Susan Rebello


Restrictions: No smoking. Special diets supported. Alcohol served.

CREATIVE COCKTAILS BY THE CREEK SATURDAY, SEP 7, 4-6PM Join us Creekside on the deck at the beautiful home of Jennifer Bundy and Marilyn Gregory for handcrafted martinis, delectable appetizers and excellent conversation and company (that’s YOU!) We’ll have two seasonal custom-infused vodkas -- lemon basil and watermelon thyme. We’ll also have traditional martinis available for purists.

11527 35th Ave NE, Seattle 98125 HOSTS: Jennifer Bundy (206-362-4592) & Marilyn Gregory (206-941-1179) CHEF: Sherry Dawley


Restrictions: No smoking. Age 12+ event.

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KAYAK IN THE ARBORETUM AND POTLUCKSUNDAY, SEP 8, 1:30-5PM Explore the Arboretum. Meet at the boat house at the UW Marina. Lunch will be provided at 1:30pm and then we’ll have a Potluck dinner at 4:30pm. Kayaks and life jackets will be provided.

LOCATION: UW Stadium Launch Ramp, Seattle 98195 HOST: Michael Wendt (253-720-9165)


Restrictions: Age 12+ event

DIVINE DISCO PARTY 2019FRIDAY, SEP 13, 6:45-10PMShake your groove thing with Rev. Harold as your host. Get your best polyester outfit and platform shoes on and join the fun. Party appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks will be served.

LOCATION: CSL at Green Lake, 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOSTS: Rev. Harold Costa (206-200-0185) & Tiffany Brown-Lutack CHEF: Deb Peters


Restrictions: None.

LEAF CASTING AND GARDEN PARTYSATURDAY, SEP 14, 10AM-1PM Create a work of art with a real leaf, cast in cement and beautifully painted, that will last for years. On Saturday Sep 14, we cast our leaves. Two weeks later, on Saturday Sep 28 (11am-1pm), we paint them. Lunch is served in the garden post-casting and finger foods are available while we paint. Kids 10+ are welcome.

LOCATION: 169 Sunset Ct NW, Issaquah 98027 HOST: Susan Rebello (425-273-1173) CHEF: Ray Rebello


Restrictions: No smoking. Special diets supported. Host has pet. Alcohol served.

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SPANISH TAPAS, SANGRIA, AND FLAMENCO MUSIC!SATURDAY, SEP 14, 3-6PM Gather on the deck for a lovely fall afternoon to enjoy Gazpacho made from garden fresh tomato and cucumber, customary Tapas from Spain including Potato Bravas and Jamon Iberco, Sangria or Rioja wine, and perhaps a spin around the dance floor to the stirring stomping of Flamenco music - Castanets optional!

LOCATION: 1900 Jones Ave NE, Renton 98056 HOST/CHEF: Laurel Tomchick (206-313-0363)


Restrictions: None.

SALMON BARBEQUE AND KARAOKE WITH DJ CAL BOYLESUNDAY, SEP 15, 4-8PM Enjoy a wonderful view, a fabulous array of wines and a scrumptious Salmon BBQ prepared by Chef Brian Eckfeldt. Then let your inner Diva/Rock Star come out and have some fun after dinner singing Karaoke with DJ Cal Boyle!

LOCATION: Kenmore 98028. (Host will send exact address to winning bidders.) HOSTS: Anita Fahnlander (206-853-8907) & Danny Gadd CHEF: Brian Eckfeldt


Restrictions: No smoking. Special diets supported. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

CRISP FALL COCKTAILS AND ABUNDANT APPETIZERSSATURDAY, SEP 21, 7-10PM Join the Mays & the Grassos for an evening of specialty cocktails and sumptuous food to celebrate the changing of the seasons, as the fall equinox approaches.

LOCATION: 20201 Maplewood Drive, Edmonds 98026 HOSTS/CHEFS: Kara (206-235-3484) & Jeff May and Cheri & Tony Grasso


Restrictions: Host has pet. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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AFTERNOON TEA AND ARTSUNDAY, SEP 22, 2-4PM Spend an afternoon with like-minded souls enjoying an autumn afternoon with finger sandwiches and sweets while touring artist Stephen Gilbert’s art studio, with a bonus of local gallery art.

LOCATION: 2856 NW Market Street, Seattle 98107 HOSTS/CHEFS: Stephen Gilbert & Rev. Patric Creelman (206-527-8801)


Restrictions: None.

DINE LIKE AN EGYPTIANSATURDAY, SEP 28, 5-9PM Tantalize your taste buds with Egyptian delicacies while enjoying a relaxing evening of community and spiritual practice.

LOCATION: 6211 NE 138th Pl, Kirkland 98034 HOSTS/CHEFS: Bridgette (206-388-7711) Christiansen & Maari Falsetto


Restrictions: No smoking. Alcohol served.

OCTOBER 2019

NABE (JAPANESE HOT-POT DINNER) NIGHTSATURDAY, OCT 5, 5-8PM Sign yourself up for this authentic experience of Nabe, a family style hot-pot meal to warm your heart and belly while you enjoy each other’s company. You’ll be treated with an abundance of seasonal vegetables and meat/seafood. Naturally gluten-free. Vegetarians/vegans accommodated upon request.

LOCATION: Meadowbrook (Northeast Seattle) (Host will send exact address to winning bidders.) HOSTS: Jennifer Bundy (206-362-4592) & Marilyn Gregory (206-941-1179) CHEF: Micki Suzuki

GUESTS: 8, MINIMUM BID per Guest: $25.

Restrictions: No smoking. Special diets supported. Host has pets. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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AFTER WORK AT BLACK BOTTLE WITH REV. ABIGAILFRIDAY, OCT 11, 4:30-7:30PM 10th Annual Black Bottle evening, this year with Rev. Abigail! Varieties of delicious dishes are ordered from the menu until all are well satiated. A selection of wine, beer & non-alcoholic beverages are also hosted.

LOCATION: 12600 1st Ave (1st & Vine in Belltown) Seattle 98121 HOSTS: Diann Durbin (206-526-8744) & Cathy Lindsay and Rev. Abigail Schairer


Restrictions: Smoking outside. ADA-approved space. Special diets supported. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

MEETING IN THE MIDDLE - HEART CONNECTION AND MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINESATURDAY OCT 12, 5-8PM Edan will share delectable cuisine of the Middle East including Kebabs, Saffron Rice, Chicken-pomegranate Stew, Flat bread & dips, and Baklava, with an opportunity for authentic heart connection during our evening together.

LOCATION: 1734 NE 92nd St, Seattle 98115 HOSTS: Edan Zebooloon and Marta Boyle (206-295-6227) & Virginia Echeverria CHEF: Edan Zebooloon


Restrictions: None

AN EVENING CELEBRATING PARISSATURDAY, OCT 19, 6-9PM Bonjour! Enjoy an evening celebrating Paris. Join us for a lovely French meal & music. Bring your travel stories to share. Merci!

LOCATION: 7323 Sand Point Way NE #206, Seattle 98115 HOST/CHEF: Jeannette ([email protected]) Lasseter


Restrictions: Smoking outside. ADA-approved space. Host has pets. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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SOUP, STORIES AND CHOCOLATE!FRIDAY, OCT 25, 4-8PM Bring your appetite, a joke, a story, a game or just bring yourself. Revs. Debora & Patric are your hosts for food & fun times...and there will be homemade chocolate and soup.

LOCATION: Phinney Ridge home (Host will send exact address to winning bidders.) HOSTS/CHEFS: Revs Debora Gay (206-527-8801, x5107) & Patric Creelman



PAWS AND PASTASATURDAY, OCT 26, 6:30-9:30PMSpend a play evening with two dogs and three cats - plus pawsta! We’ll provide the kitty/puppy cuddles, as well as Spaghetti, Fettucini, Caesar Salad, and Garlic Bread.

LOCATION: 6245 36th Ave NE, Seattle 98115 HOSTS/CHEFS: Cynthia Clay (206-612-5340) & Leo Brodie


Restrictions: No smoking. Host has pet. Alcohol served.

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NOVEMBER 2019

THE BEST LASAGNA EVER 2019SATURDAY, NOV 2, 6-9PM Indulge in a slow-paced Italian dinner. Enjoy antipasto created by talented and professional chef Ren Erickson. While sipping good Italian wine, savor the Best Lasagna Ever, made with the best spicy turkey sausage. We each share a good travel story for our entertainment. We have the whole evening to talk and relax, topping it off with delicious Tiramisu.

LOCATION: 10701 Lakeside Ave NE, Seattle 98125 HOST: Karen Jackson (206-914-0567) CHEF: Ren Erickson

GUESTS: 8, MINIMUM BID per Guest: $35 NOTE: House is 2 steps up. Thank you for removing your shoes.

Restrictions: No smoking. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

BOOKS AND BITES 2019SUNDAY, NOV 3, 2-4PM Have a book you love telling others about? Need some good ideas for your next read? Come join librarian Wendy to share our favorite stories and enjoy sweet and savory bites. Fiction, non-fiction, mystery, memoir – all readers (and listeners) welcome! If so inclined, bring a gently used book to swap.

LOCATION: 95 First Ave NW #202, Issaquah 98027 HOST/CHEF: Wendy Pender (206-473-9883)


NOTES: Apartment is up 1 flight of stairs. Please park on street or in library lot.

Restrictions: Smoking outside.

WINERY VISITS AND COMFORT FOODSATURDAY, NOV 9, 2-6PM Head out to the ‘burbs and enjoy some Fall festivities! Meet at our house, and we’ll shuttle folks down the hill to do some wine tasting. Then back to our place for hearty soup, bread and Italian food!

LOCATION: 12932 NE 147th Pl, Woodinville 98072 HOSTS/CHEFS: Alexis (206-953-5623) & David Krogh


Restrictions: Smoking outside. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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SWANS AT DAWN – A SACRED HONORING OF NATURESATURDAY, NOV 16, 7AM-10AM Come join us for an early morning experience of witnessing 100’s of Trumpeter Swans start their day. In the glow of dawn, we will begin our morning with an opening meditation before moving into sacred silence to greet these beautiful beings who have traveled over 3000 miles to spend their winter in the NW.

LOCATION: Bob Heirman Wildlife Preserve Park, 14913 Connelly Rd, Snohomish 98296 HOSTS: Jan Viney (425-248-0980) & Arnie Marcus and Alinda Page CHEF: Optional no-host breakfast at restaurant after event


NOTE: Quarter mile walk up and down hill is required.

Restrictions: None.

DECEMBER 2019

CHRISTMAS CAROLING BUSSUNDAY, DEC 8, 5:30-9PM Join our awesome musicians as they lead us in singing traditional Christmas carols while we drive around Seattle and suburbs, admiring holiday lights. Light snack and refreshments served.

LOCATION: Depart from CSL at Green Lake, 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOSTS: Bev Daugherty & Rev Patric Creelman (206-527-8801)


Restrictions: Alcohol served.

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RAFFLE

PRIVATE CRUISE FOR TWO RAFFLETBD BY WINNER Enter to win a private cruise on Lake Washington. You and your guest will be treated to a private dinner and a two-hour cruise on our classic boat, the BEST OF TIMES. Appropriate for all ages. There will be multiple cruises. For every 20 raffle tickets sold, one winner will be drawn. Only two entries per bidder are allowed.

LOCATION: Lake Washington HOSTS: Susan (425-273-1173) & Ray Rebello CHEF: Susan Rebello

GUESTS: 2 per cruise, RAFFLE entry $10 per ticket.

Restrictions: Alcohol served. Special diets supported.

2019 – GIFT BASKET RAFFLE #1, #2, #3, #4Enter to win these lovely gift basket, loaded with lots of goodies! RAFFLE entry $10 per ticket.

THE KITCHEN SINK OF BIDDING TIPS1. Bid early and bid often. This is really key to winning the events you want, especially IN-PERSON.

2. Have your calendar handy—make sure your dates are open before bidding.

3. Don’t cross your bid off an IN-PERSON bid sheet—it could invalidate your bid, or win you more spots than you wanted. Remember, all bids are legally binding.

4. It’s more effective to place a higher bid from the start, rather than starting out low and then increasing it, especially IN-PERSON. (The FIRST highest bid wins!)

5. There are great deals ONLINE—check them out!

6. It’s fun to watch all the action during the last hour or so of the ONLINE auction—consider being ONLINE during that time so you’re not outbid for your favorite event at the last minute! And even if you are, you still have a chance IN-PERSON on the last Sunday!

7. Have guests coming for the summer? Bid on extra spots so you can bring them to a fabulous Gourmets for God event.

8. Family pricing events aren’t just for parents and their children—consider your grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbors’ kids…

9. Some individuals like to spread their anticipated events throughout the year. Others like to bunch them up—two or three events on one weekend— so their other weekends remain free for travel, etc.

For more great bidding tips and strategies, ask a Gourmets for God volunteer!

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