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Brethren Retirement Community is a 501 (c ) 3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. A charitable tax receipt will be issued for all donations.

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Thursday, September 16, 2010

Handpainted Canvas by Susan North 502

6 x 6 painted canvas

safari auction

Framed Photo - Wine and Grapes 352

19 x 16" framed picture of wine and grapes in a dark jewel tones and copper frame.

Value: $49

Safari raffle item

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Trip to Someplace Warm and Tropical #419


It's Antigua!!
And it's a "Couple's Trip"
4 Nights, 5 Days
All-inclusive Resort
Air Included
for 2
Romantic All-Inclusive Resort on Idyllic Antigua


An All-Inclusive Trip for Two to Antigua

Five Days & Four Nights

Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa

Economy Class Air (For Couples Only)


Sandals Antigua is set on Dickinson Bay, considered the very best beach on an island renowned for its 365 beaches.

The ambiance of an exotic Caribbean village surrounded by lush tropical gardens makes this the ultimate romantic hideaway for lovers. Choose from gourmet specialty restaurants ranging from International, Italian, Japanese, Southwestern cuisine and anytime snacks at The Courtyard Bistro, and other amazing dining experiences.

Antigua’s understated elegance and gracious hospitality are why its been voted “World's Most Romantic Resort.”

Splash with abandon in one of five refreshing pools, or spend your tropical afternoons canoeing and kayaking, windsurfing, and sailing, riding hydrobikes, snorkeling, or scuba-diving. On land, enjoy a little competition playing table tennis, croquet, beach volleyball, or billiards. The nighttime brings a myriad of entertainment options, including live shows and bands, a piano bar, fashion shows, themed nights, and karaoke – if you dare! Tone and tighten your body as you excite your spirits with the finest and most comprehensive sports facilities, explore glorious gardens brimming with vivid blooms and countless paths to wander down. Whatever your pleasure, whatever your longing, Sandals Grande Antigua far outdoes your wildest fantasies.

For the perfect vacation where you can achieve ultimate relaxation, come to the Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa. Outstanding service, unprecedented amenities and an unbelievably divine ambiance of intimacy and authentic Caribbean grace are all yours to luxuriate in.

Sandals Resorts are for couples only.


Your trip for two includes:

• Round trip Economy Class air

• Premium accommodations, part of Sandal's Signature Collection

• All meals, fine dining, anytime snacks,

unlimited premium drinks and 24 hour food service

• Nightly entertainment (including theme parties)

• All non-motorized water sports, including scuba diving (must be certified), hydrobikes, Hobie Cats, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, snorkeling and land sports

• All gratuities and hotel taxes

• Airport transfers

• Free concierge reservation service

Estimated Value $5,800


TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/Gift Cards are not replaceable if lost, stolen, destroyed or expired.

Passport required for travel outside the U.S.

Airport taxes and fees are the responsibility of the passenger.

A Saturday night stay is required.

2010 Blackout dates:

Jan 1-4, Feb 12-14, Feb 19-21, Nov 22-23, Nov 28-29, Dec 17-26, Dec 31

2011 Blackout dates:

Jan 1-3, Feb 11-13, Feb 18-21, Feb 25-27, Nov 18-23, Nov 26-28, Dec 16-23, Dec 26-31

Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue.

A 30 day advance reservation is required.

Packages originate from the Contiguous US or Canada.

CANCELLATION POLICY: (Trip insurance is available & strongly recommended.

To purchase, simply call 1-800-348-9505 and reference Code 83502694.) Any room canceled 45 days - 30 days prior to arrival will be subject to a $400 cancellation penalty. Any room canceled 29 days - 15 days prior to arrival will be subject to a cancellation penalty of $940. Any room canceled within 14 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation penalty of $1,880. A $100 reschedule fee will apply 14 days or more prior to arrival. Reschedule terms may not be available within 14 days of arrival, however will be taken on a case by case basis.


You will need a passport!

LIVE AUCTION

Great Steak - #350


$25 Gift Certificate -
Donor:
Fairlawn Steakhouse
Greenville, OH

Basket of Coffee and Hot Chocolate #349

Basket of Coffee and Hot Chocolate
Donor:
Amedysis
Greenville,OH

Basket of Goodies from Sweet 101 #348


Basket of Goodies from Sweet 101
Greenville, OH

Quarter Page Ad - The Daily Advocate #347


Quarter page Ad - Daily Advocate
Value: $495
The Daily Advocate

Stillwater - 18 Holes and golf #346

Stillwater Golf Course
18 holes & Cart
Expires Nov 1, 2011

Lifelong Learning #345


Certificate for One Free Lifelong Learning Seminar/Workshop from Sinclair
Valid through December 2010
The winner may choose from an of the Seminars & Workshops, pages 3 through 19.
One of the classes that might interest the winner might be the Leadership session at the Dayton Racquet Club....includes lunch.
Many to choose from - please note expiration date.

Donor
Sinclair Community College

Basket of Hair Care Items #344

Let your hair down.. and relax... all the hair care products a girl could ever want are in this beautiful basket of Hair Care Items, including a hair dryer!


Donor:

Beauty Systems Group
Greenville, OH

Quarter Page Ad - The Daily Advocate #343


Quarter page Ad - Daily Advocate
value - $495
Donor:
The Daily Advocate
Greenville, OH

Stillwater - 18 Holes and golf #342

Stillwater Golf Course 18 holes & Cart Expires Nov 1, 2011

CIVA Jacuzzi Brand Whirlpool Tub #426

Dimensions: 60" L x 36" W x 22" H

Features: Five Jets, 4 fully adjustable PowerPro jets, one lumbar jet.

Installation: Recessed in floor/platform or with optional skirt (not included)

Whirlpool Motor Pump: 1.5 HP, 115 V, 15 AMP service required.

Water capacity: 55 gallons

Color - WHITE


Value: $1.365

Donor:
Anonymous
LIVE AUCTION

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Candle Tart Basket #339

For those who love fragrance.... this is a basket full of candle tarts....


Donor:
Country Barn Primitives
1854 St Rt 49
Arcanum, OH

Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm ~ Dayton,OH #337



4 Complimentary Passes
to visit Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm - a 200-acre nature sanctuary and working organic farm located 3 miles west of the Dayton International Airport.

Not valid for special events.
Expires May 31, 2011

Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm
1000 Aullwood Road
Dayton, OH 45414

OSU Logo Lights #338

OSU Logo Lights
Did you know that our BRC Gift Shop has a lot of OSU items?
Stop in and check us out soon!
Value: $34
Donor:

BRC GIFT SHOP
Brethren Retirement Community

Cleveland Indians Tickets # 421


They're back... GREAT TICKETS TO A CLEVELAND INDIANS GAME
The winner of this gift certificate is entitled to
FOUR (4) CLUB SEAT TICKETS & Parking Pass
to one
2011 CLEVELAND INDIANS HOME GAME
* 2011 Schedule/Tickets will be available after April 1, 2011
Games are subject to availability, so game day will be selected by Howard, Wershbale & Co.
Winner will need to contact their office after 4/11 to arrange for their selected game tickets.



LIVE AUCTION
Donor:
Howard, Wershbale & Co.
Cleveland, OH

COSI - Columbus #336

COSI provides an exciting and informative atmosphere for those of all ages to discover more about our environment, our accomplishments, our heritage, and ourselves. We motivate a desire toward a better understanding of science, industry, health, and history through involvement in exhibits, demonstrations, and a variety of educational activities and experiences. COSI is for the enrichment of the individual and for a more rewarding life on our planet, Earth.

Read more: http://www.cosi.org/about/mission/#ixzz0yz7BW1HQ


2 General Admission Passes
COSI in Columbus
333 West Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43215

Longfellow's Shadows Restaurant #340

The winner of this gift certificate will not go hungry... Longfellow's Shadows has something on the menu to please everyone!
$20 Gift Certificate
Donor:
Longfellow's Shadow Restaurant
726 Sater Street
Greenville, OH

Dining Out - Longfellow's Shadows #335

The winner of this gift certificate will not go hungry... Longfellow's Shadows has something on the menu to please everyone!

$20 Gift Certificate

Donor:
Longfellow's Shadow Restaurant
726 Sater Street
Greenville, OH

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Girls Night IN #334


You're going to love this!
Call a few friends and spend the evening watching
Chic Flicks and munching on "Junque "Food!

Movies:

Where the Heart Is

He's Just Not That Into You

Sex and the City

The Woman


"Nourishment"
6 - 8oz bottles Coca- Cola
4 oz Box Reese's Pieces
5 oz. Box Whoppers
4.5 Jolly Ranchers
3.4 oz Box Milk Chocolate
3.5 oz Nestle's Goobers
5 oz Milk Duds
4 oz Box Junior Mints
6 oz Box Hot Tamales
6 oz. Box Sugar Babies
2 Act II Butter Lovers Popcorn
(3- 3oz Bags each)
4 Popcorn Containers

All you need to do is invite "the Girls"

Value: $100
Donor:
Holly Hill

Original Art - Cigar Smoking Hound Dog # 333


Handpainted by local artist, Isabel Culbertson - this hound, painted on a 12" x 12" wrapped canvas, is sure to put a smile on your face!


Donor:

Isabel Culbertson

Greenville, OH


Unique Carved Gourd -hold tea light #329


This is not only a Kettle Gourd - it is a work of art!

Judy carved this in an overlapping oak leaf pattern.


It is painted with acrylic paints and sealed with clear, glossy, polyurethane spray.


Tea Light is included.


Donor:
Judy Riesser
Tipp City, OH


"The Watchmen" - Photography by Rebecca Maurer #328


"The Watchmen"

Zion National Park, Utah


Printed on canvas and wrapped

Mounted  and Framed


Photograph made and printed by Rebecca Maurer -

Reserve Bid


Donor:

Rebecca Maurer

Gettysburg, OH

Get that Golden Glow by Tanning... #327.

Get that Golden Glow by Tanning at Nancy's Beauty, Tanning & Nail Salon in Arcanum.

This gift certificate is good for 150 Minutes of Tanning


Donor:
Nancy's Beauty, Tanning & Nail Salon
Arcanum, OH

Design Inspired Soft Black Purse + $15 Gift Certificate #326

This Design Inspired Soft Black Purse with Silver Trim
Comes with a $15 Gift Certificate
to Country Lane Treasures
Arcanum's newest gift shop that
opens the weekend of September 18.

Donor:
Gala Stites, Proprietor
Country Lane Treasures
4790 Grubbs Rex Road
Arcanum, OH

Shop at the Historic Bear's Mil #298





The Mill Store and Gallery, located on the first floor of the Mill, is a tempting one of a kind shopping experience loaded with art, handmade and homemade. Few visitors can resist leaving without taking something home.

The Mill Store offers many product lines that change, to keep things interesting and encourage return visits. Included in these are home decor items as well as women’s accessories. However, there are many foundation items that are available every visit. These include handmade pottery selections from several local potters, homemade breads & sweets, and of course our very own ‘stoneground at the mill’ flours. Other mainstays include our tried and true private-labeled gourmet products. You will find our flours and these favorites listed in our Purchase Products section of this website.




$15 Gift Certificate - Bear's Mill



Bear's Mill
Greenville, OH







Beige Bird Feeder - Unique #295


Bird lovers will enjoy treating their feathered friends to a treat with this unique bird feeder.... the antique-look holder features a couple birds and stems of millet along with some feathers!


Value: $40


Donor:


The Rose Post

Arcanum, OH

Microfiber Wind Shirt - Size Large #332





Microfiber Wind Shirt -


Made in the USA




Size L


TigerEye will embroider your name on this shirt

Value: $33



TigerEye Design
1000 Progress St
Greenville

Need a Will - #224

The winner of this gift certificate will win 
a simple will - up to $75 from:

DONOR
The Law Offices of Scott Rudnick
Greenville, OH

Decorate Your Home for Fall - # 410


This stunning wreath and candle are displayed as centerpiece but could be used separately - to decorate your home for fall.

LIVE AUCTION
Donor:
Comprehensive Health Network

Take Me Out to the Ball Game! #418

Dayton Dragons Basket
2 seats to one game during the 2011 season
2 Dragons T-shirts
2 Dragon hats
Crackerjacks & Coke

LIVE AUCTION
Donor:
Ted & Jona Liette
Ansonia, OH

Violet Ceramic Box #223


This lovely ceramic box is covered with polka dots and topped with violets... it comes with a liner.. use it for flowers or candy.


Donor:

Plessinger Florist

Greenville, OH

Framed Photo Annie Oakley #187

Framed Photo of Annie Oakley.... beautifully framed by Granny's Corner Frame Shop.

Donor:
Julie Kessen
Granny's Corner Frame Shop
Greenville, OH

Love Antiques and Photos? #186


$25 Gift Certificate from
Fair Photo Express and Antique Gallery


Donor:
Fair Photo Express and Antique Gallery
on Broadway
Greenville,OH

Microfiber Wind Shirt - Size M #321



Microfiber Wind Shirt -

Made in the USA


Size M

TigerEye will embroider your name on this shirt


Value: $33


TigerEye Design

1000 Progress St

Greenville

Glitz from Wieland Jewelers #161

She'll be thrilled with this beautiful 24" GF chain from Wieland Jewelers


Value: $47.95


This item may not be exchanged




Donor:


Wieland Jewelers

Greenville, OH

Dayton Flyers Basketball Signed by the 2010 NIT Champs! #404


Collector's Item -


Dayton Flyers Basketball Signed by the 2010 NIT Champs


LIVE AUCTION

Donor:
University of Dayton Athletic Department

Microfiber Wind Shirt - Size M #320



Microfiber Wind Shirt -

Made in the USA


Size M

TigerEye will embroider your name on this shirt


Value: $33


TigerEye Design

1000 Progress St

Greenville

Microfiber Wind Shirt - Size M #319



Microfiber Wind Shirt -

Made in the USA


Size M

TigerEye will embroider your name on this shirt


Value: $33


TigerEye Design

1000 Progress St

Greenville

$50 Gift Certificate - Outback Steakhouse C-7

$50 Gift Certificate - 
Good ONLY at the Miller Road location in Vandalia.




CHINESE AUCTION

Donor:

OUTBACK STEAHOUSE
6800 Miller Lane




Microfiber Wind Shirt - Size Large #331



Microfiber Wind Shirt -

Made in the USA


Size L

TigerEye will embroider your name on this shirt


Value: $33


TigerEye Design

1000 Progress St

Greenville

Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame - New Castle, IN #296




2 Complimentary Tickets
Mon - Sat 10am to 5pm
Sunday 1pm to 5pm

Closed on Holidays

Candle Basket from .... by All Means #297

Flowers that Light Up Your LIfe #231

These lovely white flowers in a deep blue vase plug in to light up your room!


Donor;

Dave & Deb Hassel

Lighted Christmas Picture 12' x 14" - Snowman #293

All you have to do to add some festive holiday cheer to your room is plug this picture in... it comes complete with little lights that enhance the snowman picture!

Donor:

Dave and Deb Hassel

UD Flyers Book and DVD - signed #291















The Book - "University of Dayton 2009-2010 Men's Basketball WE'RE ALL FLYERS


FRONT AND BACK COVER- has players all over it and each player has his signature on his imagine... these are signed, not printed on the cover.

The DVD "Celebration of Flyer Basketball" - the story of Dayton Flyers Basketball

The dvd is the celebration of Flyer basketball Jay Bilas was the master of ceremonies, speakers were Don Donher and Brian Gregory and the key note speaker was Bob Knight.



A must have for any Flyer fan.

Donor:



University of Dayton Athletic Department

Harley Davidson - Throw Blanket #278

(Photo coming)

Harley Davidson blanket ...  for the guy who has a bike or just dreams about having one.

Donor:

Dave & Deb Hassel

Monday, September 6, 2010

Dayton Flyers Basketball - #409

UD FLyers Basketball Tickets
2 sets of 2 tickets - University of Dayton Flyers Men's Basketball
game during the 2010-2011 Seasons.

Each set is good for ONE game with 2 tickets.

Tickets are 400 level seats only and based on availability
(Xavier and New Mexico games excluded)

Contact ticket office 10 business days in advance of the game to ensure ticket request can be fulfilled.

Please note that to comply with NCAA Bylaw 13.16.1, neither this donation nor the proceeds from the auctioning of this donation may be given or received by anyone in grades 9 - 12

Winner should present the gift certificate AFTER November 1, 2010.

LIVE AUCTION

Donor:

University of Dayton Athletic Department
Dayton, OH

Outback Steakhouse - Vandalia OH ONLY #272

$50 Gift Certificate - 
Good ONLY at the Miller Road location in Vandalia.




Donor:

OUTBACK STEAHOUSE
6800 Miller Lane



Outback Steakhouse - Vandalia OH ONLY #193

$50 Gift Certificate - 
Good ONLY at the Miller Road location in Vandalia.




Donor:

OUTBACK STEAHOUSE
6800 Miller Lane



Outback Steakhouse - Vandalia OH ONLY #126

$50 Gift Certificate - 
Good ONLY at the Miller Road location in Vandalia.




Donor:

OUTBACK STEAHOUSE
6800 Miller Lane




Tea and Cookies #136



Donor: Anonymous

Jafe Decorating - Create your Own Items #281


The winner of this  $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE will be able to select items from the Jafe Showroom and have them personalized with their choice of photos or words.

$50 Gift Certificate

Jafe decorating can reproduce photos with fine detail.......you'll be very pleased!



Sandblast (sand etch):


•Logos

•Decorative

•Frost

Laser Engraved:

•Personalization

•Photographic Reproduction

•Awards & Diplomas

•Wine Bottles

•Wedding & Anniversaries

•Memory Vases

•Sizes up to 18" x 24"
 
JAFE Decorating Company, Inc.
1250 Martin Street
Greenville, OH 45331

937-547-1888
 

UD Flyers Football Tickets 2010 Season #351

UD FOOTBALL #351
The winner of this gift certificate is entitled to two (2) tickets to a University of Dayton Flyers Football Game during the 2010 Season.


Please note that to comply with NCAA Bylaw 13.16.1, neither this donation nor the proceeds from auctioning of this donation may be given to or received by anyone in grades 9 - 12.

This certificate must be presented to the University of Dayton Arena Box Office from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM - Monday through Friday.


Donor:


University of Dayton Athletic Department

Dayton Daily News - Thurs - Sunday for 52 Weeks # 269

One Year Subscription
to the Dayton Daily News - Thurs - Sunday papers




Donor:
Dayton Daily News 
Dayton, OH

Cake Candle from Anne's Gift #263

As we move into FALL, your home will smell inviting when you burn this delightful cake candle from Ann's Gifts & Antiques!


Ann's Gifts & Antiques
426 S Broadway St
Greenville, OH

Waterstone Ceramics #259



Use this  $25 GIFT CERTIFICATE to make something UNIQUE - it may be used for material or class fees!

Expires December 2011

Choose Your Project, Timeframe,
& Price Range

We offer a wide selection of ready-to-paint ceramic pieces from simple to detailed. Choose from decorative items, household items, kids and holiday selections, and garden and patio pieces. Create your own design and colors to match your home décor or club colors or follow our step-by-step technique sheets. Our staff can help complete pieces for the home, patio, and garden. We will help you choose the perfect projects and techniques that can be completed in a couple of hours or over several visits. Our projects come in price ranges to fit every budget.

No ceramics experience is required to have fun at Waterstone. We have projects & pieces for all skill levels. Our skilled staff is on hand to answer questions, demonstrate techniques and provide technical guidance. 


Waterstone Ceramics

209 East Water St, Troy OH


http://www.lidaray.com/waterstone/index.htm