Grab your bidder paddles and get ready for an exciting night! Bidding on auction items is a great way to support the arts while getting a little something for yourself.
LIVE AUCTION: Sponsored by First Financial Bank
French Lick Golf Getaway
Get away to historic French Lick for the weekend! This package includes a round of golf for four with cart and an overnight stay with two rooms at the architecturally stunning West Baden Springs Hotel.
Crèche the Halls at Miller House
Invite up to 24 of your closest friends to enjoy Crèche the Halls this holiday season. This private group experience will include a wine and cheese reception at the Visitors Center from 5–6 pm, followed by a guided tour of Miller House decked out for the holidays. See a selection of Mrs. Miller’s famous crèche collection, and hear holiday tunes played on the Millers’ Steinway piano. Available dates are Wednesdays–Fridays, November 29–December 22. Donated by Columbus Area Visitors Center and Indianapolis Museum of Art.
Full Page Print Ads in The Republic
Market your business or event with two full-page process color advertisements. Ads will appear in the Retail section of The Republic on any day of the week. Graphic design is included as part of this package. Not for political advertising. Valid through October 1, 2018.
Al Fresco dinner Party & Boat Ride
Invite your friends to join you for outdoor drinks and dinner at the home of Victoria Griffin and Christopher Raskob. Start the evening with appetizers and drinks on the boat as you cruise around Tipton Lakes. Then enjoy dinner for eight, designed and prepared by Geri Handley and Mike Jamerson. Create memories and bask in the beauty of your surroundings with good friends. Spring or Summer 2018.
Factory 12 Event Loft & Event Planning
Frame Worthy Events has partnered their exclusive event planning with Factory 12 Event Loft, under new management, to bring you a beautiful event package. Package includes event space for up to 650 guests and day-of or corporate event planning services, as well as a 20% discount on catering up to $1,000 from First Class Catering. Excludes Saturdays. Valid through October 2018.
Experience the Indy 500
Four guests will enjoy the “Greatest Spectacle in Racing” in style. Breakfast will be provided before you are transported to the Cummins Suite at the Indy 500 where all food and drink will be complimentary. The race is scheduled for Sunday, May 27, 2018. Donated by Cummins Inc.
In-Home Dining Experience
Enjoy a four-course dinner for eight in your home curated and prepared by a culinary power-team. Chef Gethin Thomas and Milktooth co-founder Ashley Brooks will work with you to design a menu that will captivate your guests. Sommelier Joshua Ratliff will select wines to pair in harmony with your meal. Valid through October 2018.
ART & DESIGN AUCTION
All sales of the Art Auction will be split 50/50 between the artist or designer and the Columbus Area Arts Council. Proceeds raised by CAAC will be reinvested into building a stronger creative community in 2018.
Participating artists and designers:
Bob Anderson
Steven Baker
Lydia Burris
Aline Chevalier
Chelsea DeVillez
Susie Gregory
Lois Griffith
Bill Griffith
Jaye Lahee
Jonathan Nesci
Bobbie K Owens
Linda Peterson
Bob Pulley
Daren Redman
Jennifer Riley
Susie Sawin
Donna Shortt
Tony Vasquez
Kelly Wilson
Laurie Wright
SILENT AUCTION: Sponsored by Old National Bank
This year’s Silent Auction is filled with unique gifts, art excursions, and design-centered experiences. There is truly something for everyone, and it feels good to give back to your local art agency. Every dollar raised will support our three pillars of programming: education, engagement, and entertainment.