The following items will be featured at the Gala auction, but are also available now for advanced bidding! If you are unable to attend the gala, or just want to be the first to bid, try bidding in advance. The instructions are simple:

1)   Identify the items for which you wish to place an advanced bid.
2)  Email rich@ypcerie.org with the item number and maximum bid you would like to cast.

You have until October 6 to place advanced bids. If your bid wins the item after the auction is over, you will be notified via email. Bid now and support the Young People’s Chorus of Erie!

Item 1: Luxury Cruise for 16
Starting Bid: $3,000
Fair Market Value: $5,000

Donated by Lou & Debbie Porreco- Bianchi Honda

Item 2: 5 Night Stay in Boca Raton, FL Condo
Starting Bid: $1,500
Fair Market Value: $3,000

Enjoy 5 nights in warm Boca Raton, FL in this condo overlooking the Woodfield Country Club. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, condo includes a spacious patio with hot tub and waterfall and a screened in lanai. Guest packages are available for the pool, fitness center and other community amenities are available for a nominal fee.

 

Item 3: “Two Sages in Sun” Lithograph by Peter Max
Starting Bid: $1,000
Appraised Value: $4,700

Donated by Denise Pekelnicky

This framed Peter Max lithograph entitled “Two Sages in Sun” measures 22” x 28” and is signed in the lower left corner. This lithograph is numbered 162/300 and is appraised at $4,700.

 

Item 4: Watson-Curtze Mansion Rental
Starting Bid: $250
Fair Market Value: $500

Donated by the Erie County Historical Society

Built in 1891, the Watson-Curtze Mansion stands as a symbol of the elegance and style of the Victorian era when Erie’s prosperous industrialists used their wealth to create exquisitely crafted homes for their families. No detail was too small for the architects and craftsman who built the Mansion. This attention to detail is seen in the building’s elaborate woodwork, marble fireplaces, friezes, mosaics, and stained glass windows.

Rent this historic mansion for a three-hour event.It is perfect for weddings, wedding receptions, corporate events, dinner parties, and lectures. Have your next event in a mansion full of history and elegance.

 

Item 5: 3-Hour Erie Maritime Museum “Plaza” Rental
Starting Bid: $400
Fair Market Value: $700-$1,200

Have your next event next to Erie’s Brig Niagara outside of the Erie Maritime Museum on the “Plaza.” As one of the most unique and culturally significant locations in northwestern Pennsylvania, the Maritime Museum is a perfect location for your next party, event, or reception.

 

Item 6: Erie Live Concert package 
Starting Bid: $200
Fair Market Value: $525

Enjoy the best live music Erie has to offer! This package includes:

·      2 Season Subscriptions to the Erie Philharmonic’s Symphonic Series (5 concerts)

·      2 tickets to each of the Erie Philharmonic Chorus’ concerts, including Handel’s Messiah!

·      2 tickets to the Young People’s Chorus of Erie’s holiday and spring concerts
 

Item 7: Erie Live Theater & Dance package
Minimum Bid: $75
Fair Market Value: $225

Enjoy the best live theater and dance in Erie with this great package of tickets!

·      6 tickets to the Erie Playhouse

·      1 season subscription to the Lake Erie Ballet, including a performance of The Nutcracker featuring the Young People’s Chorus of Erie!
 

Item 8: Private performance by the Young People’s Chorus of Erie
Minimum Bid: $1,000
Fair Market Value: $1,500

Do you have a Christmas Party, wedding, banquet, or event coming up? Have the Young People’s Chorus of Erie perform at your next event!

Item 9: Conductor for a Day
Minimum Bid: $200
Fair Market Value: Priceless

We all love Dr. Jason Bishop, Founder & Artistic Director of YPC Erie. Do you want to be a hero in your child’s eyes? Get your child this gift they will never forget. Dr. Bishop will spend the day teaching your child the tricks of the trade in being a world-class conductor and educator in this unique shadowing experience. This inside look into the life of a conductor and musician will help give a perspective unlike any other that will help shape your child’s goals and ambitions as they finish their education.
 

Item 10: Tickle the Ivories with Dr. Sarah Kahl
Minimum Bid: $100
Fair Market Value: Priceless

Dr. Sarah Kahl, principal accompanist for YPC Erie, has a very busy schedule, but she will make time for you or your child to receive 6 half-hour lessons! Dr. Kahl is one of the best piano teachers around. She received her Doctor of Musical Arts degree in piano performance and pedagogy from the University of Kansas. Do not pass up this opportunity to study with the best of the best!

Item 11: Voice lessons with Caitlin Henning
Minimum Bid: $100
Fair Market Value: Priceless

We all love Ms. Henning in rehearsals as the Conductor of YPC Erie’s Cantare. She is YPC Erie’s Assistant Conductor and Director of Education and is offering six half hour voice lessons for your child. This unique opportunity will allow your child to study with Ms. Henning in rehearsal AND individually one-on-one! What a great opportunity!

Item 12: Deluxe Romance Package
Minimum Bid: $75
Fair Market Value: $200

Here is our ultimate romance package for 2:

·      1 Couples Massage for 2 by Stephen Trohoske Massage

·      2 bottles of wine from Penn Shore Winery & Vineyards

·      A gift certificate for one dozen of Pulakos’ signature Chocolate Covered Strawberries

·      A $25 gift certificate to Joel’s Flower Shop
 

Item 13: Morning Light painting by Barbara Doyle
Minimum Bid: $100
Fair Market Value: $600

This oil on canvas painting will be a great addition to any home or collection. Morning Light by Barbara Doyle measures 16.5” x 18” framed.

 

Item 14: Family Fun for One Year
Minimum Bid: $50
Fair Market Value: $140

You and your family can have fun together with these one-year memberships to the:

·      Erie Art Museum

·      Erie County Historical Society
 

Item 15: Pampered package
Minimum Bid: $40
Fair Market Value: $130

Get pampered with this great package of massages and manicures!

·      2 one-hour massages from Steven Trohoske Massage

·      1 express manicure and 2 bottles of nail polish from Lena’s Salon & Spa

 

Item 16: Hand-crafted Oak Mirror
Minimum Bid: $50
Fair Market Value: $150

Donated by Acorn Crafts

This heirloom quality oak mirror is fashioned from the Chippendale period (1750-1779). The brass hooks with white porcelain knob accents conceal the wall mounting screws.  The oak frame's overall height is 38" and the width is 22 1/4".

A beautiful addition to any home!

 

Item 17: 8 Erie Otters Tickets
Minimum Bid: $35
Fair Market Value: $116

Donated by Tungsten Creative Group
 

Item 18: 12 bottles of wine from Presque Isle Wine Cellars
Minimum Bid: $50
Fair Market Value: $148

Enjoy three bottles of each of the following:

·      Reisling ‘10

·      Blushing Heron

·      Cabernet Sauvignon ’07 “Select”

·      Dornfelder ‘08

 

Item 19: Deluxe Pulakos Chocolates Basket
Minimum Bid: $40
Fair Market Value: $110

Everyone loves Pulakos Chocolates! Indulge yourself with this deluxe basket featuring gourmet chocolates from Pulakos.
 

Item 20: $100 Gift Certificate to Erie General Tire
Minimum Bid: $25
Fair Market Value: $100
 

Item 21: Trio of $25 Gift Certificates
Minimum Bid: $25
Fair Market Value: $75

This package features $25 gift certificates to some of Erie’s favorite restaurants:

·      Pie in the Sky Café

·      Calamari’s Squid Row

·      Joe Root’s Grill
 

Item 22: Wine and Cheese Tasting for 15-20 people at Mazza Vineyards
Minimum Bid: $25
Fair Market Value: $100
 

Item 23: Yoga Erie Package
Minimum Bid: $20
Fair Market Value: $95

This package from Yoga Erie includes:

·      Gift Card for 5 classes

·      Carabineer (water bottle)

·      Yoga Erie towel

·      Yoga Erie tote bag

 

Item 24: Handmade Casserole Dish from Winking Lizard Pottery
Minimum Bid: $15
Fair Market Value: $40

 

Item 25: Gift Basket from Firebirds

Minimum Bid: $35
Fair Market Value: $125

This gift package is from one of Erie’s newest high end restaurants, Firebirds and includes:

·      2 wine glasses

·      1 bottle of wine

·      $50 gift certificate to Firebirds
 

Item 26: $50 gift certificate to Tom Chido’s Dry Cleaners
Minimum Bid: $20
Fair Market Value: $50
 

Item 27: $250 Gift Certificate to Jenson’s Target Collision
Minimum Bid: $50
Fair Market Value: $250