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GOLDDelGrosso Foods and Amusement Park
Encompass Health
McQuaide Blasko
The Original Waffle Shop
Stocker Subaru
SILVERM&T Bank
BRONZEBlack Walnut Body Works, Ltd.
Juniper Village at Brookline
The HR Office, Inc.
VIP COOKING CLASSAllegheny Lutheran Social Ministries
6:00 p.m.
7:25 p.m.
7:40 p.m.
8:25 p.m.
9:00 p.m.
9:45 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
Reception
Dinner seating
First course
Second course
Third course
Dessert
Event concludes
SPECIAL THANKSto our in-kind event donors
Bella LuciaSeven Mountains Winery
Wegmans
THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Eric Barron, President
Nicholas Jones, Executive Vice President and Provost
OUTREACH AND ONLINE EDUCATION
Renata Engel, Vice Provost for Online Education
Tracey Huston, Vice President for Outreach
WPSU PENN STATE
Isabel Reinert, Executive Director and General Manager
WPSU BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
Greg Petersen, Chair, State CollegeGary Miller, Vice-Chair, State College
Tim Asinger, Bradford Ilona Ballreich, Huntingdon
Kate Bennett Truitt, State College Carline Crevecoeur, Boalsburg
Roland Crevecoeur, HollidaysburgSherry DelGrosso, Altoona
Kelly Hastings, Mill HallMatilda Illuzzi, DuBoisJohn Lacny, DuBois
Vince Mannino, Lewistown Kevin Mead, WarrenJoseph Nairn, Warren
Jennifer Day Neely, BirminghamJohn Pozza, Brookville
Rhonda Seaton, State CollegeSara Hine Songer, State CollegeMelinda Stearns, State College
Donnan Stoichovy, Warriors Mark
AUCTION COMMITTEE
Tamra Fatemi, Auction Chair
Don BedellKate Bennett Truitt
Jennifer BryanRob Butler
Sarah CatersonCarolyn Donaldson
Trudy Lipowsky
Chrissy MoyerJessica PetersLaura Smith
Melinda StearnsJamie TabakaMike TarantoJoel Watkins
EVENT SCHEDULE
EVENT SPONSORS
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RECEPTION
Cestino di Parmigiano con Panzanella (Panzanella Salad in Parmesan Basket)
Crostino di Pane di Patate con Pere e Pecorino (Potato Chestnut Bread with Pecorino Cheese,
Honey, and Pears)
Buccellato con Mascarpone e Salmone Lucca (Sweet Bread with Mascarpone and
Smoked Salmon)
FIRST COURSE
Zuppa di Pane e Verdure Alla Ribollita (Rebollita Bread and Vegetable Soup)
SECOND COURSE
Risotto con Asparagi, Mandorle, e Zafferano (Risotto with Asparagus, Almond & Saffron)
THIRD COURSE (Three Options)
Mignon di Manzo al Gorgonzola Profumato al Tartufo
(Beef Fillet with Truffle and Gorgonzola)
Baccala alla Livornes (Livorno-style Cod in a Garlic and Parsley Marinara Sauce)
Timballo di Spinaci con Uvetta e Pinoli con Crema quattro Formaggi
(Potatoes, Spinach, Raisins, and Pine Nuts in a Four-Cheese Cream Sauce)
Entrée served with Roasted Potatoes and Sautéed Broccoli
DESSERT
Tiramisu
MENU
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BIDDING: The highest bidder in proper $10 increments will be awarded the item at the close of the auction. Bids below opening bid requirements are disqualified. The high bid establishes a binding purchase. All sales are final.
EXPIRATION: Unless a specific expiration date is indicated, kindly redeem gift certificates by December 31, 2020. It is the responsibility of the buyers to verify expiration dates and terms directly with the donors.
EXCLUSIONS: Unless otherwise specified, restaurant and hotel gift certificates exclude alcohol, tax, and gratuity. See the donors’ certificates for other restrictions.
CASH VALUE: No cash values are associated with gift certificates.
PICKUP: Auction items must be paid in full and should be removed on the night of the event. If this is not possible, please see a WPSU staff member or text Tamra Fatemi at 814-880-3005.
Auction items were donated by local businesses and friends of WPSU. Please remember, this is a fundraising event to benefit WPSU-TV and the programs you love.
Thank you for supporting tonight’s auction.
• Bid in $10 increments only.
• Each item shows an opening bid. Please start your bidding at the opening bid.
• Winning bidders will receive an invoice before dessert service. To claim auction items, present your invoice at the WPSU payment station in the Atrium.
• Cash, check, and major credit cards are accepted. Please make checks payable to The Pennsylvania State University.
HOW TO BID
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Chef Alessandro Manfredini is a native to the Barga region of Tuscany, which is nestled in the Serchio Valley of the Apuan Alps. As with all cuisines, Tuscan food has its own unique tastes and traditions, often incorporating Porcini mushrooms, forest chestnuts, cheeses, and honeys that are locally sourced according to traditional methods. As the lead chef at the Renaissance Tuscany il Ciocco Resort & Spa, Chef Manfredini teaches guests from around the world to create local favorites like spelt soup, polenta, and hand-made pastas.
CHEF ALESSANDRO MANFREDINI
3 A Trip to Tuscany, Italy• Five nights for two at the Renaissance Il Ciocco
Resort and Spa in Tuscany. • A signature cooking class for two with
Chef Alessandro Manfredini• Subject to availability and blackout dates.
Not valid during special event weekends. Applicable taxes at no charge.
• Two $500 Visa gift cards that can be used toward airfare
Renaissance Tuscany Il Ciocco Resort & Spa
LIVE AUCTION ITEM #3
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1 An Italian Feast for 10• An Italian Feast for 10, prepared in your
home, by DelGrosso’s Chef John McCracken
DelGrosso Family of Companies
2 Dinner with the Champions
• Dinner with members of the 1982 and 1986 National Champion Nittany Lions, at The Tavern, in State College, on July 18, 2020
• Players attending the dinner are: Gregg Garrity, John Gurski, Bill Contz, Nick Haden, Massimo Manca, and Trey Bauer.
• Does not include gratuity and alcoholic beverages
Nittany Lion team members, The Tavern Restaurant
LIVE AUCTION ITEM #1
LIVE AUCTION ITEM #2
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4 A Week “Off the Grid”• Seven nights at the new Lazy River Lodge in
Morrisdale, PA• Cabin sleeps up to 14 guests• Not accessible during winter months.• Must have 4-Wheel/All-Wheel Drive vehicle to
access cabin
Daren & Melissa Coudriet
LIVE AUCTION ITEM #4
LIVE AUCTION ITEM #5
5 Joe Paterno’s Eyeglasses• Glasses with case• Letter of authenticity from Mrs. Sue Paterno• Photograph of Coach Paterno, 2005,
taken by Annemarie Mountz• Custom shadow box
Sue Paterno
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6 Penn State Golf for Four
• 18 holes of golf for four on the Penn State Blue or White Course
• Golf cart rental included• $25 Bagel Crust gift card
Penn State Golf Courses, Bagel Crust
7 Around the World
• African Kaisa grass basket• Organic 88% dark chocolate bar• Love Buzz Organic Coffee• Speckled ceramic mug• Two placemats• Children of the World ornament• $25 WC Clarke’s gift card
Ten Thousand Villages,WC Clarke’s Coffee Roasters
8 Conewango Valley Golf Getaway
• 18 holes of golf for two at the Conewango Valley Country Club in Warren, PA
• Golf cart rental included• Lunch and dinner for two at the country club
Peggy Morgan
9 Chef’s Table for Four at Gigi’s
• Five-course dinner for four at the chef’s table• A visit from the chef
Gigi’s Southern Table
10 “Tuscany” Felted Wool Scarf
• Luxurious felted scarf entitled “Tuscany,” made of Merino wool and silk by local artist Ann Pangborn
Ann Pangborn
11 Four Seasons
• “Four Seasons” framed color photograph, by David Werner
David Werner
SILENT AUCTION
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12 Arboretum Tour and More
• Arboretum branded Eco-Tote• Unisex t-shirts and baseball cap• Notecards and magnet• Complementary tour for up to 20 at the
Arboretum at Penn State
The Arboretum at Penn State
13 Baklava Workshop for Four
• Baklava Workshop for four in the instructor’s home in State College
• Persian tea and sweets while baking
Tamra Fatemi-Badi
14 Doug Marme Quilted Pillow #14
• Handmade, by artist Doug Marme
Doug Marme
15 Doug Marme Quilted Pillow #15
• Handmade, by artist Doug Marme
Doug Marme
16 Doug Marme Quilted Pillow #16
• Handmade, by artist Doug Marme
Doug Marme
17 Doug Marme Quilted Pillow #17
• Handmade, by artist Doug Marme
Doug Marme
18 Doug Marme Quilt #18
• Handmade, by artist Doug Marme
Doug Marme
19 Doug Marme Quilt #19
• Handmade, by artist Doug Marme
Doug Marme
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20 Doug Marme Quilt #20
• Handmade, by artist Doug Marme
Doug Marme
21 Doug Marme Quilt #21
• Handmade, by artist Doug Marme
Doug Marme
22 Blue Knob Ski Resort Winter Package
• One mid-week season pass*• Two anytime lift tickets• Four snow tubing passes
*Valid for 2020-2021 (next) season ONLY. Not Valid holiday weekends.
Blue Knob All Seasons Resort, Claysburg
23 Patty Satalia’s “Whimsy of a Child”
• Child’s chair painted by WPSU’s Patty Satalia
Patty Satalia
24 DelGrosso’s Park & Laguna Splash
• Two season passes to DelGrosso’s Park & Laguna Splash
• Gift basket with a variety of DelGrosso’s sauces
DelGrosso’s Park & Laguna Splash
25 Refurnished!
• $500 Gift certificate from Capperella Furniture
Capperella Furniture
26 Home Energy Package
• Certificate for a Home Energy Audit and energy-saving devices
Envinity, Inc.
27 In Blue and White
• Framed watercolor painting of the Nittany Lion, by local artist Karen Zwigart
Karen Zwigart
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28 Turned Wood Segmented Bowl
• Handcrafted bowl, by local artist David Mercer• Made of 303 individual pieces
David Mercer
29 “Chains of Color” Quilt
• Handcrafted 57” x 60” quilt, by local artist Jeannie Mercer
Jeannie Mercer
30 Chautauqua Institution Package
• One-night stay for two at the Chautauqua Institution• Breakfast for two at the institution• Parking pass• Two gate passes
Valid 2020 Season only. Access to any event is based on availability.
The Chautauqua Institution
31 Time Out!
• One-night stay at the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College
• $50 gift card to Honey Baked Ham, State College• $25 gift card to the Original Waffle Shop
Country Inn & Suites, Honey Baked Ham, The Original Waffle Shop
32 An Olive Branch
• Charcuterie tray with cheese knife, by Michael Aram
Designer’s Studio
33 An Evening with Mimi
• Dinner for three with host, Mimi Barash Coppersmith at the new Grace Restaurant at the Carnegie Inn & Spa, State College
Mimi Barash Coppersmith
34 New Year, New You
• One-year membership to East Coast Health & Fitness, State College (includes classes)
East Coast Health & Fitness
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35 Loire Valley
• Framed watercolor triptych of Chinon, France
Debra Young
36 Outdoor Spaces
• $500 gift certificate for a conceptual landscape design from LandServ, Inc.
• $200 gift card from Wheatfield Nursery
LandServ, Inc., Wheatfield Nursery
37 “White Out”
• Framed photo of Penn State vs. Michigan game, on October 19, 2019, by Elliot Abrams
Elliot Abrams
38 The Beach Boys Collection
• Signed and framed Beach Boys print, by Mike Love• Signed “Good Vibrations” book, by Mike Love• Beach Boys hoodie
Baby Bluz Amps
39 Charlie Daniels
• Framed and signed LP album and backstage pass from a Charlie Daniels Band concert
• Two-CD set of “Tribute”• “Let’s All Make the Day Count: The Everyday Wisdom
of Charlie Daniels” book, by Charlie Daniels• “Never Look at the Empty Seats: A Memoire” book by
Charlie Daniels
Baby Bluz Amps
40 Marty Stuart
• Signed Marty Stuart guitar from “The Immigrant” tour• Signed and framed concert poster from
“The Immigrant” tour
Baby Bluz Amps
SILENT AUCTION
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41 Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
• Framed mixed media print of an original collage, by local artist Amy Frank
• Replica Mister Rogers Neighborhood Trolley• “Fred’s Big Feelings” book
Amy Frank,WPSU Membership, John and Lore Lacney
42 Blue & White Stained Glass Hanging
• Framed classic blue and white stained glass panel in wood frame with hanging chain
Debra Young
43 “A Night for The Mishler”
• Two tickets to “A Night for the Mishler” gala dinner on Saturday, March 14, 2020
• Followed by Almost Queen and a dessert reception
Blair County Arts Foundation
44 Altoona Arts Packages
• Four Tickets to Altoona Community Theatre for either of the two remaining 2019-20 season shows
• Two Flex-3 Altoona Symphony Orchestra packages for the remaining 2019-20 season (6 tickets)
Altoona Community Theatre, Altoona Symphony Orchestra
45 All That Glitters
• 14-Karat yellow gold circles necklace
Miska Jewelers
46 The Elms Collection “1855” Pen
• Penn State Elms Collection “1855” pen constructed from actual Penn State Elm trees
Penn State Alumni Association
47 Well-Appointed Birder
• Birding and history walk with Doug Wentzel, at Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center
• Deuter Airlite 22 daypack, compatible with hydration systems. Includes a rain cover
Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center, Appalachian Outdoors
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48 Super Moon Road
• “Super Moon Road” limited edition framed photograph, by Vincent Mannino
Vincent Mannino
49 Italian Restaurant Music
• Two music CDs from tonight’s event
WPSU
50 State College by Night
• Four tickets to the State Theatre on Friday, February 28 to see We Banjo 3
• Two $40 gift cards to Faccia Luna Pizzeria, State College
The State Theatre, Faccia Luna Pizzeria
51 Barbecue Feast for 12
• Barbecue Feast for 12, including sauce and coleslaw by local legend, Bill Asbury*
• $25 gift card for Beer Belly’s Beverage • Fat Tire cooler• Budweiser blanket • Karch Automotive car care bucket and supplies
*Feast must be scheduled May - October, 2020
Bill Asbury, Beer Belly’s Beverage, W.R. Hickey Beer Distributors, Karch Automotive
52 Tuscan Wine Basket
• Six curated bottles of fine Tuscan wine
Matilda & Angelo Illuzzi
53 doTerra Wellness Basket & More
• doTerra Wellness Basket & consultation with Sherry DelGrosso
• Certified therapeutic-grade essential oils and diffuser• Books, kids’ collection
Sherry DelGrosso, Circle of Life Holistic Health Center, Inc.
SILENT AUCTION
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54 It’s a Date
• Brunch for two at ReFarm Café at Windswept Farm• Gift Box filled with a gift card for conditioning
treatment, haircut with Lien at Looks, shampoo & conditioner, soap, texture spray, and a facial mask
ReFarm Café at Windswept Farm, Lien Ngu-Jovel at Looks Hair Designs
55 Catering to You
• $400 gift certificate to Hoag’s Catering applied toward food and services. No cash value.
Hoag’s Catering
56 Redecorating for You!
• $500 gift card to Park Home Furniture, Duncansville
Park Home Furniture
57 Dinner and a Show
• Two tickets to one of the remaining shows in the 2019-20 season of the Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State
• $50 gift card to The Greek Restaurant, State College
The Greek Restaurant, Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State
58 Brunch and the Nittany Valley Symphony
• Four tickets to either the Thursday, March 5, or Sunday, April 26 Nittany Valley Symphony concert
• Sunday brunch for four at The Gardens Restaurant at the Penn Stater Hotel & Conference Center
Nittany Valley Symphony, Penn Stater Hotel & Conference Center
59 Bellefonte Delights
• $50 gift card to Jim’s Italian Cuisine• $25 gift card to The Original Waffle Shop• $20 gift certificate from The Cakery• Gift basket from Fasta Ravioli & Company• Small hoagie tray from Troy’s Philadelphia-Style Hoagies
The Cakery, The Original Waffle Shop, Jim’s Italian Cuisine, Troy’s Philadelphia-Style Hoagies, Fasta Ravioli & Company
SILENT AUCTION
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60 A Suite Night for Penn State Ice Hockey
• Six tickets to Suite 7 at the Pegula Ice Arena on Saturday, February 22, 2020 ONLY. Suite is NOT exclusive - it is shared with others. Food and beverages NOT included
• PSU Men’s Ice Hockey Team jersey, signed by Head Coach Guy Gadowsky
Paul & Nancy Silvis, Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey Team
61 Family Fun #1
• Two individual season passes to the Centre Region Parks & Recreation Pools (Welch & Park Forest Pools), State College
• One Summer of Fun package to Tussey Mountain (includes mini golf, go karts, and batting cages), Boalsburg
• Two $25 gift cards to 2000 Degrees, State College • Two $25 gift cards to The Original Waffle Shop
The Original Waffle Shop, Centre Region Parks & Recreation, 2000 Degrees, Tussey Mountain
62 Family Fun #2
• Private tour of Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center’s Animal Care Program with Jason Beale
• One Summer of Fun package to Tussey Mountain (includes mini golf, go-karts, and batting cages)
• One Strike Zone gift certificate to Northland Bowl (includes bowling for four with shoe rental, 1 large pizza and 1 pitcher of soda)
• Four admission passes to Discovery Space• Two $25 gift cards to 2000 Degrees, State College• $50 gift card to The Naked Egg Café, State College
Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center, Tussey Mountain, Northland Bowl, Discovery Space, 2000 Degrees, The Naked Egg Café
63 Grilling Made Easy
• Barbeque class for two with Pennwood Home & Hearth
• Corian cutting board • Terre cotta outdoor wine holder • America’s Test Kitchen Twentieth Anniversary
Cookbook
Pennwood Home & Hearth; Shunk’s Kitchens, Tubbie’s Spa & Patio, WPSU Marketing
SILENT AUCTION
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64 Sunday Afternoon
• A private tour of the Rhoneymeade Arboretum & Sculpture Gardens
• $50 gift card to the Rusty Rail Brewing Company, Mifflinburg
• $25 gift card to W.C. Clarke’s Coffee Roasters• $15 gift card and a bottle of Shrub from Tait Farms
Rhoneymeade Arboretum & Sculpture Gardens, The Rusty Rail Brewing Company, W.C. Clarke’s Coffee Roasters, Tait Farms
65 Dinner Tonight, Lunch Tomorrow
• $50 gift card to Hoss’s• $25 gift card to W.C. Clarke’s Coffee Roasters
Hoss’s Steak & Seafood, WC Clarke’s Coffee Roasters
66 Time Out 2!
• One-night stay at the Courtyard by Mariott, State College• $50 gift card to Hoss’s • $25 gift card to W.C. Clarke’s Coffee Roasters• Gift Basket of Aveda Products from Portfolio A Salon
Courtyard by Marriott, Hoss’s Steak & Seafood, WC Clarke’s Coffee Roasters, Portfolio A Salon
67 Home Improvement
• Four cubic yards of dark brown, triple ground mulch delivered to the State College area.
• Two combination wrench gear sets• Craftsman 6.0-gallon air compressor• Karch Auto Car Care bucket & supplies
Ace Hardware of State College, Dailey’s Lawn Care, LLC, Karch Automotive
68 Benzel’s Snack Basket
• Gift basket includes a variety of Benzel’s pretzels, graham and chocolate pretzels, Martin’s potato chips, American Farmer popcorn, and Herlocher’s Dipping Sauce
Benzel’s Bretzel Bakery, Inc.
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69 Something for Everyone
• Harper’s Fine Clothing men’s necktie• $50 gift card from the Downtown State College
Improvement District with free three-hour parking validation
• $50 gift card to The Gallery Shop in Lemont• Tire Town Certificate for inspection/emissions/
tire rotation/oil change• Karch Automotive Car Care bucket and supplies• $50 gift card to TCO Flyshop, State College
*Downtown State College gift card will be assessed a fee if not used within one year at participating businesses.
Downtown State College Improvement District, Tire Town, Harper’s Fine Clothing, The Gallery Shop in Lemont, TCO Flyshop, Karch Automotive
70 Local Getaway
• One-night stay at the Residence Inn by Marriott, State College*
• $50 gift card for Hoss’s Steak & Seafood• 60-minute massage by Danna Antoine• $25 gift card to the Pisano Winery, Millheim• $50 gift card to Looks Hair Design
*Excludes football and special event dates.
Residence Inn by Marriott, State College, Hoss’s Steak & Seafood, Looks Hair Design, Danna Antoine Massage, Pisano Winery
71 Nittany Lion Getaway
• One-night stay at The Nittany Lion Inn• Two tickets to the May 16, 2020 performance
of “Le Petite Prince,” by the Nittany Ballet at Schwab Auditorium, Penn State
• $50 gift card to The Greek Restaurant• $25 gift card to W.C. Clarke’s Coffee Roasters
The Nittany Lion Inn, The Nittany Ballet, The Greek Restaurant, W.C. Clarke’s Coffee Roasters
72 Flowers, Food, and Wine
• $75 gift certificate for Woodring’s Floral Gardens• $50 gift card to Hoss’s Steak & Seafood• A tour and tasting for two at Happy Valley Winery
Woodring’s Floral Gardens, Hoss’s Steak & Seafood, Happy Valley Winery
SILENT AUCTION
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73 Up, Up, and Away!
• Hot air balloon ride for one. Expires 12/31/2020
The Sky is the Limit Ballooning, Inc.
74 Taking Care of your Car #1
• $50 gift card for Redline Speed Shine (automatic wash & detailing ONLY)
• Karch Automotive Car Care bucket and supplies
Karch Automotive, Redline Speed Shine
75 Taking Care of your Car #2
• $30 gift card to Team Blue hand wash & detail • Karch Automotive Car Care bucket & supplies
Karch Automotive, Team Blue Hand Car Wash & Detail
76 Nice Specs!
• A Pair of non-prescription Jee Vice Sunglasses “Sassy” (non-refundable)
Spectacles F.Y. Eye
77 Sun’s Out!
• A Pair of non-prescription Jee Vice Sunglasses “Dslyexic” (non-refundable)
Spectacles F.Y. Eye
78 What Did You Say?
• A pair of custom musician’s earplugs
Albrecht Audiology
79 Natural Products for You
• Vinotherapy hand cream• Whipped sugar scrub• Soap• Cream lip gloss• $50 Gift Card for facial or massage services at
Shade Mountain Naturals, Lewistown
Shade Mountain Naturals, Lewistown
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80 Soothing Sounds
• Tickets to the Pennsylvania Chamber Orchestra April 4 family concert at Trinity Lutheran Church, State College (8 tickets); May 3 Season Concert: “Exotic Sounds” at Penn State Recital Hall (4 tickets).
Pennsylvania Chamber Orchestra
81 Be My Valentine
• Floral print reversible Vera Bradley Iconic Grand Tote• $50 gift card to Dragonfly Therapeutic Massage
Christine’s Hallmark, Dragonfly Therapeutic Massage
82 Penn State Food Fun for 12
• Cooking demonstration and four-course meal for up to 12 guests with Chef Bill Laychur and Pastry Chef Heather Luse at the Penn State Housing Food Services Building
Chef Bill Laychur & Chef Heather Luse, Penn State Culinary Support Services
83 A Guy and His Ties
• Two Italian silk ties
Harpers
84 Bering Solar Men’s Watch
• Bearing Solar men’s watch
Tri-County Oral-Facial Surgeons, Dr. Stephen Engroff
85 Sterling Silver Earrings
• Ladies Sterling Silver Ed Levin Dusk earrings
Tri-County Oral-Facial Surgeons, Dr. Stephen Engroff
86 Rose Gold Necklace
• Ladies Rose 14-K Gold-plated Sterling matte and polished oval link necklace
Tri-County Oral-Facial Surgeons, Dr. Stephen Engroff
87 Penn State Sports Cufflinks
• Penn State Sports yellow Sterling Silver and Gold Vermeil cufflinks
Tri-County Oral-Facial Surgeons, Dr. Stephen Engroff
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88 Christopher Radko Penn State Cookie Jar
• “Game Day Penn State Cookie Jar,” by Christopher Radko
George’s Floral Boutique
89 Christopher Radko Tray and Salt & Pepper Shakers
• “Penn State Tailgate Tray” and salt & pepper shakers, by Christopher Radko
George’s Floral Boutique
90 Pet Portrait, by Harring Watercolors
• 9 x 12 watercolor pet portrait
Harring Watercolors
91 Get Strong!
• 5 weeks (10 one-hour sessions) of personal training sessions with Stephen or Lexi Teeters at East Coast Health & Fitness.*
*Must occur over 5 consecutive weeks between 2/17/20-6/30/20. Gym membership NOT required.
Teeters’ Strength & Wellness, LLC
92 “Oh, What a Night!”
• “Oh, What a Night!” framed photo
Old Main Frame Shop
93 Sophie by Alexa K
• “Sophie,” by Alexa K.
Riley on Main
94 A Little Light
• Adjustable arm table lamp with square frosted glass and bronze shade
Vaughn Shirk Interior Design
95 Find Your Roots
• 20 hours of genealogy work with Laura Smith, helping you to trace your family history
Laura Smith
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96 A Healthier You
• $80 gift certificate for acupuncture with Fusion Chiropractic & Acupuncture
• Gift certificate for a massage with Jessica Zimmerman• Gift certificate for one-month package at
Simply Health Salt Spa, State College• America’s Test Kitchen Twentieth Anniversary
TV Show Cookbook
Fusion Chiropractic & Acupuncture, Simply Health Salt Spa, Massage by Jessica Zimmerman, WPSU Marketing
97 Teach Me to Dance
• One-year scholarship for classes• Costume for one recital class
Blair Dance Academy, LLC
98 Punxsutawney, Please!
• Two-night stay at the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, in Punxsutawney
• “About Professional Baking” book• Golf for four (Mondays ONLY) at the Punxsutawney
Country Club• Gift basket from Stello Foods, Inc.• Gift basket from Visit Punxsutawney• Punxsutawney Phil bust from Punxsutawney Phil’s
Official Souvenir Shop
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, Punxsutawney Country Club, IUP Academy of Culinary Arts, Stello Foods, Inc., Visit Punxsutawney, Punxsutawney Phil’s Official Souvenir Shop
99 Visit Brookville
• $100 gift certificate to Gateway Lodge Restaurant and Spa
• Dinner for two at Gold Eagle Inn, Brookville• $25 Gift Certificate for Blackbird Distillery• Rustic Trail walking stick
Gateway Lodge, Gold Eagle Inn, Blackbird Distillery, Rusty Price
100 Ken Burns Baseball Package and Commemorative WPSU Baseball Bat
• “Baseball: A Film by Ken Burns” full DVD set• Ken Burns Baseball coffee table book• Commemorative WPSU baseball bat by BWP Bats, LLC
John Pozza and BWP Bats, LLC, WPSU Membership
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101 Omni Bedford Springs Resort
• One-night stay at the Omni Bedford Springs Resort*• Includes “The Art of Breakfast” for Two
*Not Valid for Holidays or established black-out dates. Expires 02/2020
Omni Hotels & Resorts, Bedford Springs, PA
102 Herr House at Linden Hall Bed & Breakfast
• One-night stay for two at the Herr House at Linden Hall Bed & Breakfast*
*Non-Football Nights ONLY. Expires December 2020
Mike the Mailman and Mary Herr
103 Let Them Eat (Cup)cakes!
• Five-dozen assorted cupcakes by Delectable Delights*
*Must be arranged at least two weeks in advance.
Delectable Delights by Heather Luse
104 I’m a PBS Kid
• “Koko the Gorilla” plush toy, DVD, and Book• “Snow Bears” DVD & plush toy• Assorted PBS KIDS books
WPSU Member Services
105 Sparkling Silver
• Rhodium plated Sterling Silver diamond cut bangle
Reini Goldsmiths & Jewelers
106 Biscotti & More!
• Gift basket of biscotti & cakes
Aunt J’s Biscotti
107 Warm & Cozy
• Hand-crocheted infinity scarf and boot toppers crafted by WPSU’s Jen Bortz
Jennifer Bortz
SILENT AUCTION
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108 Jefferson & Clarion County Fun
• Overnight stay at The Brick House B&B, Oak Ridge• Round of golf for four at Pinecrest Country Club,
Brookville• $25 Gift Certificate to Zack’s Farm to Table Restaurant
(New Bethlehem)
The Brick House B&B, Pinecrest Country Club, Zack’s Farm to Table Restaurant
109 Color My World
• Firestorm hand-blown glass vase from Badass Studio
Douglas Albert Gallery
110 Pamper Me
• Gift Set from Trade Secrets, Altoona• Whipped body butter• Sugar scrub• Lip balm• Bath bomb• Bath bar• Body mist• Gift certificate for one Salt Room session
Trade Secrets (Altoona)
111 Blair County Family Fun
• 4 Tickets to an Altoona Curve 2020 season game with Diamond Club seats
• Altoona Curve Gift Bag• Family of four tickets to two performances with the
Family Theater at the Mishler Theater, Altoona
Altoona Curve, Blair County Arts Foundation
112 Palmer Museum Tour and Swag
• Gift certificate for a private docent-led tour of the Palmer Museum of Art
• Museum mug• Museum tote• Museum catalog
Palmer Museum of Art
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113 Huntingdon Dance
• One month of dance class at the Huntingdon Dance Academy
• 4 Tickets to the Huntingdon Dance Academy’s spring production of “Three Tales of the Big Bad Wolf” in March 2020.
Huntingdon Dance Academy
114 Coffee Lovers Basket
• Gift Basket of specialty coffee, coffee keeper, mugs and treats wih a $10 gift certificate
Standing Stone Coffee Company
SILENT AUCTION
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FIRST COURSE
Crissante Alessandria, Affresco Vino Rosato, La Morra Italy
Marked aroma of fresh fruits, raspberries and cherries complemented by a light floral fragrance.
The wine is soft and very harmonious on the palate. Fresh acidity and good taste consistency.
DESSERT
Deltetto, Moscato d’Asti Lidia, Italy
Deep yellow color, with peach notes and rose petals. Fresh and crunchy mouth feel. A sweet well balanced acidity.
ENTRÉE
Deltetto, Barbera d’Alba Brame Superiore, Italy
Deep purple color with violet hints and cherry notes. Fresh well balanced elegance and structure.
SECOND COURSE
Deltetto, Arneis, Roero Italy
Crystal clear, with pale yellow color, fruity nose with notes of exotic fruits. Hints of floral, red apple with fresh minerality and acidity.
WINE LIST
GOLDDelGrosso Foods and Amusement Park
Encompass Health
McQuaide Blasko
The Original Waffle Shop
Stocker Subaru
SILVERM&T Bank
BRONZEBlack Walnut Body Works, Ltd.
Juniper Village at Brookline
The HR Office, Inc.
VIP COOKING CLASSAllegheny Lutheran Social Ministries
6:00 p.m.
7:25 p.m.
7:40 p.m.
8:25 p.m.
9:00 p.m.
9:45 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
Reception
Dinner seating
First course
Second course
Third course
Dessert
Event concludes
SPECIAL THANKSto our in-kind event donors
Bella LuciaSeven Mountains Winery
Wegmans
THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Eric Barron, President
Nicholas Jones, Executive Vice President and Provost
OUTREACH AND ONLINE EDUCATION
Renata Engel, Vice Provost for Online Education
Tracey Huston, Vice President for Outreach
WPSU PENN STATE
Isabel Reinert, Executive Director and General Manager
WPSU BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
Greg Petersen, Chair, State College Gary Miller, Vice-Chair, State College
Tim Asinger, Bradford Ilona Ballreich, Huntingdon
Kate Bennett Truitt, State College Carline Crevecoeur, Boalsburg
Roland Crevecoeur, HollidaysburgSherry DelGrosso, Altoona
Kelly Hastings, Mill HallMatilda Illuzzi, DuBoisJohn Lacny, DuBois
Vince Mannino, Lewistown Kevin Mead, WarrenJoseph Nairn, Warren
Jennifer Day Neely, BirminghamJohn Pozza, Brookville
Rhonda Seaton, State CollegeSara Hine Songer, State CollegeMelinda Stearns, State College
Donnan Stoichovy, Warriors Mark
AUCTION COMMITTEE
Tamra Fatemi, Auction Chair
Don BedellKate Bennett Truitt
Jennifer BryanRob Butler
Sarah CatersonCarolyn Donaldson
Trudy Lipowsky
Chrissy MoyerJessica PetersLaura Smith
Melinda StearnsJamie TabakaMike TarantoJoel Watkins
EVENT SCHEDULE
EVENT SPONSORS
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