Winning Bidders

Thank you to everyone who supported our Helping Hands Silent Auction by bidding and passing the word!

The fundraiser was a huge success, raising $1414.64 for the American Cancer Society!! As we prepare for the actual Relay for Life event this weekend, it gave a nice boost to our total team fundraising amount, pushing us to $4493.64!

If you are a winning bidder, please pick up and pay for your item/service by 5pm on Wednesday, May 18, at Karrie Hornbacher's office in the Taylor Building, Matrix 156. As Karrie regularly meets with students throughout the week, please wait or come back if she is currently with someone. (You can also call ahead at 732-6276.) Make checks out to American Cancer Society.

Without further ado, here are the lucky winners of the amazing items and services!

Winning Bidders

“Blue Heart Cove" Painting by Rose Fisher: Winning Bid $164.64 from Kate Dobbs

Beautiful Flower Afghan by Mike Schull: Winning Bid $35 from Gail Schull

6-Week Personal Training Program by Scott Rogers: Winning Bid $250 from Vickie Stone

One-Hour Office Serenade by Tony Mannen: Winning Bid $90 from Brian, Lena, and Karrie in the Matrix

"Country Scenes" Note Cards by Becca Henning: Winning Bid $51 from Kathy Thomsen

Mission Slate Mid-Size Scentsy Warmer with Welcome Home, Skinny Dippin', and Cinnamon Vanilla Bars by Tara Nunnelley: Winning Bid $50 from Wanda Luna

Beaded Bracelets by Jennifer Zimmers: Winning Bid $35 from Kathy Clark

One-Hour Swedish Massage by Brandy Salinas: Winning Bid $30 from Rita Ruhter

Baking Basket with Matching Aprons by Karen Griffith and Angie Durham: Winning Bid $50 from Colin Randolph

Customized Logo Design by Akiko Fry: Winning Bid $30 from Becca Henning

Bright and Retro Notebook by Erica Rogers: Winning Bid $15 from Evin Fox

Wine Stopper and Wine Charm by Shyla Contreras of HobKnobin: Winning Bid $15 from Nina Hollifield

Manicure and Pedicure by Mandi Ware of Arma’s Beauty Salon: Winning Bid $45 from Rita Ruhter

Small Tote Bag by Diane Legg: Winning Bid $50 from Kit Legg

Baby Afghan by Danny Roberts: Winning Bid $50 from Kristen Tahiri

"Idaho Mountains" Note Cards by Becca Henning: Winning Bid $30 from Kit Legg

Metallics Notebook by Erica Rogers: Winning Bid $12 from Tina Standlee

Hair Cut and Style by Arma Bajraktarevic of Arma's Beauty Salon: Winning Bid $30 from Diane Legg

Java Coffee Shop Gift Card ($20): Winning Bid $16 from Carrie Northcutt

10-Person, 2-Hour Challenge Course Event by Scott Rogers: Winning Bid $110 from Heidi Diehl

Beaded Bookmarks by Jennifer Zimmers: Winning Bid $15 from Nina Hollifield

Black and White Notebook by Erica Rogers: Winning Bid $10 from Rita Ruhter

Yellow Hooded Towel by Stef Flamm: Winning Bid $20 from Kit Legg

Aramark Declining Balance Card ($50): Winning Bid $35 from Kathy Clark

Paisley Notebook by Erica Rogers: Winning Bid $10 from Evin Fox

Apron by Donna Scott: Winning Bid $20 from Kit Legg

Pancake Gift Basket by Rudy's—A Cook's Paradise: Winning Bid $20 from Kate Dobbs

“Old Towne” Note Cards by Becca Henning: Winning Bid $35 from Heidi Diehl

Java Coffee Shop Gift Card ($20): Winning Bid $14 from Carrie Northcutt

Aramark Declining Balance Card ($25): Winning Bid $20 from Evin Fox

Pink Hooded Towel by Stef Flamm: Winning Bid $20 from Kit Legg

Plug-in Scentsy Warmer with Snow Berry Bar by Tina Standlee: Winning Bid $16 from Molly Hudson

Set of 3 Headbands by Cassia Posnykov: Winning Bid $16 from Rae Jean Larsen

Thanks again to everyone for their support, and look for the second annual Helping Hands Silent Auction next year!

Karrie Hornbacher and the CSI Relay for Life Team

Welcome and Instructions

Welcome to the Helping Hands Silent Auction, sponsored by the CSI Relay for Life team and benefiting the American Cancer Society. All proceeds go directly to the American Cancer Society and help our team meet our fundraising goal!

We've asked our many talented friends and family to contribute a handmade item or service to this auction—and local businesses have pitched in items or services as well. There are so many fun and creative entries... there's something for everyone!

Every "helping hand" aids in the fight against cancer. So, get your helping hands ready and peruse the auction entries, then place a bid on an item or service—or several! (Be sure to scroll all the way down and go to "Older Posts" since all the items could not fit on the first page.)

Here's how you participate. It's fun and easy!

• To place a bid, simply click on the "Comments" link below the post, then enter a comment with the amount of your bid.
• Please use your full name and provide your email address so we can contact you if you are the winner!
• We'll be emailing updates once or twice a week, but be sure to check back often to see if you've been outbid and place a higher bid. 
• Pass the word to family and friends!
• The auction concludes on Monday, May 16. Winners will be announced Monday at 3pm, and all winners must pick up and pay for their item by Wednesday, May 18 at 5pm. (Make checks out to American Cancer Society.)
  

We'd like to give special thanks to all of our contributors, and to CSI employee, Jacque Deahl, for designing the awesome banner.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Becca Henning at rhenning@csi.edu or ext. 6258, or Karrie Hornbacher at khornbacher@csi.edu or ext. 6276.

Baby Afghan by Danny Roberts

Your little one will be even cuter bundled up in this soft and sweet afghan, featuring a rocking horse and blue and white fringe. This baby afghan was created by the talented hands of Danny Roberts, aunt to CSI employee, Nina Ramsey. It would also make a great baby shower gift for all those summer babies on their way!

Beaded Bracelets by Jennifer Zimmers

These stylish bracelets are handmade with quality materials by CSI employee, Jennifer Zimmers. This fun variety of bracelets will suit your mood and match your outfits from day to day.

• Black bracelet with metal beads in fun designs—a double bracelet for a bigger statement
• Bright pink and red bracelet—a passionate color scheme for days when you need a boost of energy
• Metallic bracelet with bronze, silver, and gold—featuring beads made of newspaper print for a fun vintage feel

Buy the set for yourself or give as unique and memorable gifts!

"Old Towne" Note Cards by Becca Henning

Featuring photos taken in historic Old Towne Twin Falls by CSI employee, Becca Henning, this note card set includes 20 blank cards (4 each of 5 designs) and 20 envelopes. Celebrate the history and the future of one of the oldest parts of town by sending a handwritten note with these cards.

Includes 4 each of 5 designs

Bright and Retro Notebook by Erica Rogers

Inspire yourself with this fun and flirty notebook featuring a bright, retro print and cute flower clasp. Made by Erica Rogers, English teacher from Jerome, scrapbooker extraordinaire, and wife of Scott Rogers, this colorful notebook velcros shut for privacy. Use the notebook for meetings, journaling, an inspiration log, grocery lists—or even give it as a gift! The possibilities are endless. Don't see what you're looking for? Just email srogers@csi.edu, because Erica does custom orders, too!

Beaded Bookmarks by Jennifer Zimmers

The days of dog-eared pages and losing your place will be a thing of the past with these fun and fashionable bookmarks handmade by CSI employee, Jennifer Zimmers. A metal hook slides into the book to mark your page, and a fun row of colorful beads dangles in the front of your book. Buy the set for yourself or give as unique and memorable gifts!

Manicure and Pedicure by Mandi Ware of Arma's Beauty Salon

Get ready for the season of open-toed shoes with a manicure and pedicure by licensed cosmetologist, Mandi Ware, at Arma's Beauty Salon. Pick a fun color, then just sit and relax while Mandi pampers you.

Valued at $50. Salon located at 537 Main Avenue East, Twin Falls (734-8380).

Metallics Notebook by Erica Rogers

This sophisticated yet whimsical notebook features papers with neutral colors in contrasting prints. You're sure to get compliments wherever you go with this in your hand! Made by Erica Rogers, English teacher from Jerome, scrapbooker extraordinaire, and wife of Scott Rogers, this colorful notebook velcros shut for privacy. Use the notebook for meetings, journaling, an inspiration log, grocery lists—or even give it as a gift! The possibilities are endless. Don't see what you're looking for? Just email srogers@csi.edu, because Erica does custom orders, too!

Hair Cut and Style by Arma Bajraktarevic of Arma's Beauty Salon

It's time to spruce up your hair style for summer! (Yes, warm weather will come eventually...) Head on downtown to this bright and cheery beauty salon owned by licensed cosmetologist and entrepreneur, Arma Bajraktarevic. She'll cut and style your hair—and always delivers with some good conversation, too.

Valued at $30. Salon located at 537 Main Avenue East, Twin Falls (734-8380).

Black and White Notebook by Erica Rogers

Note taking doesn’t have to be boring any more with this fun notebook made by Erica Rogers, English teacher from Jerome, scrapbooker extraordinaire, and wife of Scott Rogers. This notebook with a bold, graphic black and white print velcros shut for privacy. Use the notebook for meetings, journaling, an inspiration log, grocery lists—or even give it as a gift! The possibilities are endless. Don't see what you're looking for? Just email srogers@csi.edu, because Erica does custom orders, too!

"Blue Heart Cove" Painting by Rose Fisher

This gorgeous framed painting is a 30" x 40" oil on canvas. Painted by talented local artist, Rose Fisher, it was inspired by a boat trip in Hagerman. The water is so blue because of oxygen bubbling up from an underwater spring. Rose expertly captures the movement of the water and the vivid colors and depth of the water, and the painting makes you want to dive right in! (You have to see it in person to get the full effect, so stop by Taylor 120C to check it out.)

Rose finds inspiration in every day things of beauty and continually adds to her collection of fine art. Look for her in local artist showcases in the future, or contact her at ruanartist2@yahoo.com to commission your own painting!

Valued at $800. Reserve set at $150. 

Java Coffee Shop Gift Card: $20

This little jewel needs no introduction... For that daily morning coffee or an afternoon jolt, this gift card will keep you caffeinated and happy through the rest of the semester! Grab a muffin and stay a while during a live band performances, or invite a colleague along and hold your next meeting at Java!

Pancake Gift Basket by Rudy's—A Cook's Paradise

There's nothing like the smell of pancakes on a Saturday morning! This cute gift basket from our favorite kitchen/cooking store includes a buttermilk maple pancake mix and pure Vermont maple syrup. This is the real deal… Yumm-o! Perfect for having the kiddos help make dad breakfast in bed on Father's Day!

Java Coffee Shop Gift Card: $20

This little jewel needs no introduction... For that daily morning coffee or an afternoon jolt, this gift card will keep you caffeinated and happy through the rest of the semester! Grab a muffin and stay a while during a live band performances, or invite a colleague along and hold your next meeting at Java!

Mission Slate Mid-Size Scentsy Warmer with Welcome Home, Skinny Dippin', and Cinnamon Vanilla Bars by Tara Nunnelley

Your office has been waiting for this! A fashionable yet neutral base and warmer is paired with three scents, giving you variety. Change up the scent depending on your mood. Choose fresh and fruity Skinny Dippin', spicy and warm Welcome Home, or the fresh baked smell of Cinnamon Vanilla.

This great starter kit of Scentsy products is provided by CSI employee, Tara Nunnelley, who is a Scentsy seller. Check out her website at http://taranunnelley.scentsy.us/ for more awesome products or to arrange a party—or just stop by her desk in the Matrix.

One-Hour Office Serenade by Tony Mannen

Fresh from his triumphant return to the stage in Vegas… You know the voice, you love the ties, Tony Mannen has not left the building. He will be playing guitar and singing live in your office for one hour* when you win this auction. Fifty million Tony fans can’t be wrong! Bid now… Bid often… Bid BIG!

*Time and date of the performance will be negotiated directly with Mr. Mannen after the winning bid has been determined.   

Beautiful Flower Afghan by Mike Schull

This gorgeous afghan is something you'll want in your house… perfect for snuggling up under or keeping on display for admiring visitors! Resplendent with delicate spring colors and soft and cozy to the touch, this afghan was handmade by the talented Mike Schull, mother-in-law to CSI employee, Gail Schull.

Yellow Hooded Towel by Stef Flamm

This cheery yellow towel with a  bright green hood is perfect for drying off and warming up after a bath or a dip in the pool! Your little ones will love the bright colors and fun design, and you'll love to wrap them up in it! This darling hooded towel was created by talented mother and seamstress, Stef Flamm, sister to ISU employee working on CSI's campus, Kurtis Moser.

Pink Hooded Towel by Stef Flamm

This bubbly pink towel with a bright green hood is perfect for drying off and warming up after a bath or a dip in the pool! Your little ones will love the bright colors and fun design, and you'll love to wrap them up in it! This darling hooded towel was created by talented mother and seamstress, Stef Flamm, sister to ISU employee working on CSI's campus, Kurtis Moser.