Fabulously FUN Food Fair FUNdraiser 16 ~ WEEK 2 ~ Reopens after 1st Service on Sunday, May 3, 2015 Closes at 12:30 p.m. HOW IT ALL WORKS • Bring checkbook, cash or credit (not debit) card! All purchases must be paid for at time of sale. Borrow from a friend if you have to, but NO IOUs! • You MUST complete a registration form BEFORE you can sign up for an event or bid on an auction! IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A NUMBER – get a new blank form and write your number on it. • Events are listed at set, per person prices. • 1 3 4 6 o Sign up on the event sheet — one name & buyer number per line! o Take ONE voucher form per person signed up o Take all voucher(s) & registration form to check-out o Keep the validated vouchers as your receipt. Silent auction: Enter your name, buyer number & bid amount. Minimum bid increase is $1.00. Auction closes at 12:30 p.m., Sunday, May 3, 2015. Dessert & Broadway Sing-Along. Come gather around the piano with dessert & a glass of wine to enjoy an evening of singing your favorite Broadway musical & movie songs. Host has song-books with several of her favorites, and feel to bring along copies of your own to share. (2 large dogs live here) HOST(S): Christa Olson. Sat. 06/06/15. 7:30p.m. Max of 8. $20. Lazy day in the country...with fabulous food! From the former owners of Lucullan's Italian Grill (Ames) & Paradise Pizza (West Des Moines) - guaranteed incredible meal in a beautiful setting! We'll glean the garden-- greens, asparagus & rhubarb for sure. We'll make some homemade bread & cook over an open fire--veggies and/or meat...depending on what looks great that day. The Des Moines River meanders by our house, so bring a canoe or kayak and make a day of it. HOST(S): Mark Kassis & Terry Lowman. Sat. 06/06/15. 2 - 9 p.m. Max of 20. $35. Visit the 1500s. Live like a king or queen in the 1500s with a Tudor food picnic followed by a private tour of a Tudor mansion (Salisbury House). HOST(S): David Ross & Walter Tomlinson. Sun. 06/07/15. 12:30 p.m. Max of 12. $40. Fiber Crafters' Brunch #1. Eat, drink, knit, repeat. Bring your knitting or other fiber crafts & join us for brunch & mimosas. Knitters, hookers, spinners, tatters, crossstitchers, & other crafty folks are welcome. We are inclusive crafters. At Lisa's DSM home, which includes 1 friendly dog, 2 affectionate cats, 3 crazy kids, & a few dust bunnies. HOST(S): Jessica Bottenfield & Lisa Houchins. Sat. 06/20/15. 10 a.m. Noon Max of 8. $30. 7 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Fiber Crafters' Brunch #2. Eat, drink, knit, repeat. Bring your knitting or other fiber crafts & join us for brunch & mimosas. Knitters, hookers, spinners, tatters, crossstitchers, & other crafty folks are welcome. We are inclusive crafters. At Lisa's home in DSM, which includes 1 friendly dog, 2 affectionate cats, 3 crazy kids, & a few dust bunnies. HOST(S): Jessica Bottenfield & Lisa Houchins. Sat. 08/29/15. 10 a.m. Noon Max of 8. $30. Time Traveler's Soirée. Looking for a swell, tony, cool, far out, tubular, rocking good time? Head on over to the Roosevelt area for a traveling cocktail party/soirée/shindig. HOST(S): Ben & Annie Spadt, & Adrian & Anne Stamper. Sat. 06/27/15. 7:00 p.m. Max of 10. $40. Geocaching Adventure #1 We'll meet at noon at the church, go out for lunch (our treat), & then search out interesting geocaches. You only need comfortable outdoor clothes & shoes, & a spirit of curiosity. HOST(S): Mark Metz, Kathie & Dick Karpinen. Sun. 06/28/15. Noon Max of 7. $30. Geocaching Adventure #2. We'll meet at noon at the church, go out for lunch (our treat), & then search out interesting geocaches. You only need comfortable outdoor clothes & shoes, & a spirit of curiosity. HOST(S): Mark Metz, Kathie & Dick Karpinen. Sun. 09/20/15. Noon Max of 7. $30. 4th of July Fireworks Fun! Late evening eats & treats especially for single adults (but couples welcome too). I'll put burgers & dogs on the grill, supply buns & condiments, plus some treats for dessert, & a bottle of wine to share. Please bring a side dish to share, your beverage of choice, & your swim suit & towel (if you want to enjoy an evening swim). Fireworks start at 10 (really, look it up). They're at my back yard at Urbandale Country Club. Sit on Hole #2 & enjoy the best Fireworks in the area, while sipping wine & enjoying my hospitality. HOST(S): Winnie Williams. Sat. 07/04/15. 8:00 p.m. Max of 20. $20/adult. Lakeside Dinner. Join us for a full evening of lakeside fun. Enjoy self-powered boat rides - paddleboard, paddleboat or canoer. Todd will serve portobello mushroom appetizer, slow-cooked pork ribs (no barbecue sauce), ciabatta rolls, mixed greens salad, & a chocolate dessert with fresh fruit. Wine & beer for the adults; sparkling fruit juice also available. Looking forward to a memorable sunset & engaging conversation. Sauna available by request. HOST(S): Todd & Heidi Lackmann. Sat. 07/11/15. 5 - 9 p.m. Max of 6. $35/adult; $20 kids ages 6-14. The Dog Days of Summer #1. As the humans enjoy a summer BBQ spread while relaxing on the deck, our canine companions will enjoy appropriate treats while playing in the fenced backyard. A great opportunity to get to know other UU dog lovers & enjoy each others’ pets! Canines need current parvo/distemper & rabies vaccinations. Furry hosts: Ginny (Great Pyrenees), & Chester (terrier mix). (Rain date 07/18) HOST(S): Hope Kassube. Sat. 07/11/15. 5:00 p.m. Max of 6 (dogs) & 1-2 guardians each. $20/human (dogs are free). The Dog Days of Summer #2. As the humans enjoy a summer BBQ spread while relaxing on the deck, our canine companions will enjoy appropriate treats while playing in the fenced backyard. A great opportunity to get to know other UU dog lovers & enjoy each others’ pets! Canines need current parvo/distemper & rabies vaccinations. Furry hosts: Ginny (Great Pyrenees), & Chester (terrier mix). HOST(S): Hope Kassube. Sat. 08/22/15. 5:00 p.m. Max of 6 (dogs) & 1-2 guardians each. $20/human (dogs are free). Knit Night with Katy. Join a small group of knitters & crocheters for an evening of conversation, yarn, tasty desserts, & fun! We will meet at Knitting Next Door in Ankeny after shop hours to hang out, work on projects, & get to know each other. Desserts & beverages will be provided along with some fun games. Bring a project to work on. Beginners & those interested in learning are also welcome. HOST(S): Katy and Jill Philby. Sat. 08/01/15. 7 - 10 p.m. Max of 12. $25. EVENTS MUST BE PAID FOR BY CASH, CHECK or CREDIT CARD ON DAY OF PURCHASE! Page 2 21 23 24 25 27 28 30 34 Family Fun Day. Family Fun Day at the Meadows. I'll provide burgers, hot dogs (buns & condiments), and S’mores by the firepit. You bring a side dish to share, your beverage of choice, & your swim suit & towel (if you want to swim). I live at The Meadows. Come to swim at 3:30, & we’ll BBQ at 5-ish. (Raindate: Sat. 08/15/15) HOST(S): Winnie Williams. Sat. 08/08/15. 3:30 p.m. Max of 20. $15/adult & youth; kids 10 & under $5. Best View / Best Food! Join us for one of the best views of the city from the 22nd floor of the Plaza. We'll share a fresh, healthy farm-to-table feast & memorable conversations. HOST(S): Trudy & Dave Hurd. Fri. 08/14/15. 6:00 p.m. Max of 8. $100. 3rd Annual Walkin' Waveland Progressive Dinner. Walk about 4 blocks (around 44th & 45th Streets) to enjoy a delightful 4-course lunch at 4 different homes in the Waveland area. Main entrée will be hamburgers & veggie burgers, & we'll have plenty more to go with them! (Raindate Sun. 08/23/15) HOST(S): Elaine Imlau, Sally Boeckholt, Gene McCracken, Judy Davis, Brian & Gina Campbell. Sun. 08/16/15. 11:00 a.m. Max of 24. $35. Wine Tasting & World Class Cuisine. Homemade Wine Tasting (from my neighbor, Vines to Wine). Selected appetizers. Dinner includes: Tossed Greens, Smoked Chicken & Wild Mushroom Pasta, & Warm Apple Tart w/ Cinnamon Ice Cream. On the outdoor back patio unless weather forces us inside. HOST(S): Patrick Dempsey. Fri. 09/11/15. 7:00 p.m. Max of 12. $30. Grilling Out VEGAN Style: 3rd annual vegan extravaganza! Join us for an evening of grilling out vegan style! We will prepare a delicious menu which includes an insanely good veggie burger recipe with all the fixings, fresh corn on the cob, sweet potatoavocado salad AND Nina’s famous vegan carrot cake. So delicious, you won’t miss the meat! (Tried & tested by meat eaters so we can make this claim!) Served outdoors (weather permitting) on the deck. Lots & lots of delicious food, so you should come hungry! HOST(S): Amy Luebbert & Nina Richtman. Sat. 09/12/15. 6:00 p.m. Max of 8. $40. A Toast from Coast to Coast. True wine connoisseurs take note: Nathan has used his 20 years of experience in the food & beverage industry to select a diverse assortment of wines from around the globe. Fine wines will be paired with proper tapas from each region; your mouth will be wanting more. This 6-course wine dinner will be interactive, as we discuss wine cultures, & listen to popular tunes. From bubbles to ports paired with cheeses & tortes. This will be an evening to remember! HOST(S): Nathan and Hilary Leek. Sat. 09/19/15. 6:00 p.m. Max of 10. $75 per guest. Ethiopian – Food and Forum. Michael Lauer spent 2+ weeks in Ehtiopia in December, working with Smallholder farmers in USAID's Farmer to Farmer program. Following an Ethiopian meal, he will give a presentation & answer questions about his experiences. Gene McCracken & helpers will prepare an Ethiopian meal - both vegan & meat options. It will be held at the church. Ethiopian cuisine is a TREAT! We’ll do our best to do it justice! HOST(S): Michael Lauer & Gene McCracken. Sat. 09/26/15. 6:30 p.m. Max of 24. $50. Treehouse of Horror UU. Enjoy a night of the best of "The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror" Halloween specials. The evening will take place in Channing Hall & the show will be projected on the big screen! Dinner will be Treehouse of Horror-themed appetizers, dinner, & dessert (vegetarians welcome). Halloween costumes encouraged but optional. For ages 11 & up. HOST(S): Brad & Moira Leu. Sun. 10/25/15. 5 - 8 p.m. Max of 30. $20. EVENTS MUST BE PAID FOR BY CASH, CHECK or CREDIT CARD ON DAY OF PURCHASE! Page 3 38 39 40 41 43 44 45 46 47 Pot Pies & Peanut Butter Cookies. Join us in the church kitchen for a cooking demonstration (and eating) of pot pies, plus cookie baking. Allita Doster is a blue ribbon cookie baker at the Iowa State Fair(she'll be baking peanut butter cookies with a special secret ingredient), and she'll be showing us a special version of Chicken Pot Pie. Come to watch, learn & EAT!! HOST(S): Harvey Harrison & Ellen Taylor. Sun. 12/13/15. 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Max of 6. $35. Sunday Soup Lunch. Our former "soup supper" has moved over to "Sunday Soup Lunch." The meal includes three homemade soups, salad, corn muffins, non-alcoholic beverages & a yummy dessert. Just 20 minutes South of church.Option to see Ann's art studio. (2 cats in house. Not handicap accessible - stairs. Inclement weather date: Sun. 01/10/16. HOST(S): Ann Mowery & Al Powers. Sun. 01/03/16. 1:00 pm Max of 8. $30. Really incredible Irish dinner. Savor corned beef & cabbage & all the fixings including traditional Irish & non-traditional chocolate chip soda bread plus libations. Chef Riley may even let you in on his techniques to create such a meal. Join us for a relaxing evening at our home in the woods in WDM. (2 cats who can be sequestered; 3 steps to front door) HOST(S): Rolland Riley & Carol Hibbs. Sat. 01/30/16. 6:30 p.m. Max of 10. $40. Eat, Drink & Compete! Enjoy a cocktail supper buffet, wine, delicious desserts & coffee while playing fun games with friends old & new. Laughter will be a big part of the evening! HOST(S): Deidre Fudge & Barb Royal. Sat. 02/06/16. 6:00 p.m. Max of 10. $40. More Mexican (w/ Meat) ala Bayless. The FFFFF has always been an occasion for Gene to pull out Bayless cookbooks and try a combo of new and old items. This year will be a “with meat” meal. We’ll have some sangria & south of the border brewskies (the plural of brewski per urbandictionary – an authoritative source!) HOST(S): Judy Davis & Gene McCracken. Sat. 03/05/16. 6:00 p.m. Max of 7. $50. Let's get Irish! Join us in celebrating Kerry's Irish Flannery heritage. There'll be lots of blarney & lots of great food, drink & fine fellowship! HOST(S): Kerry & Lynne George. Sat. 03/12/16. 6:00 p.m. Max of 10. $30. Scavenger Hunt for Kids Birthday or Just-For-Fun Pizza Party at Valley West Mall. We plan the party! You join your child & their friends for the fun! Recommended for 7 - 12 year olds. What you do: 1. Invite the partygoers & get them all to Valley West food court. 2. Divide kids into 2-3 groups, based on number of participants, & have one adult per group to accompany & take photos for each clue. What we provide: 1. A list of clues for each group - same clues for all, but in a different order. 2. A small prize for the "winning" group. 3. Your choice of either pizza or a large birthday cookie, & drinks for the kids in the food court. 4. Ground rules to ensure a safe, respectful, & fun party. We'll work with you to design a party appropriate for the age & number of kids coming. NOTE: One month notice required to prepare age-appropriate clues. No date guaranteed prior to purchase - will refund if we can't work it out. HOST(S): Karen Kraemer & Cat Morris. June 2015 - May 2016. Max of 12. $100 per party. Sunset at Saylorville. Come for a picnic dinner at the Sandpiper Recreation area of Saylorville Lake. We’ll have meat & veggie burgers on the grill, potato salad, baked beans, salad, beer, wine, lemonade, & dessert. Watch the birds & other wildlife, walk the beach, ride your bike, relax & enjoy watching the sunset. HOST(S): Mark & Terry Lambert. Sat. 09/19/15. 7:00 p.m. Max of 6. $30. Dessert & Game Night #1. Do you like fun & high quality, homemade chocolate concoctions? What could be better? Come to this night of games played without boards to find out just what this means to Rev. Erin. For ages 12 & up. HOST(S): Rev. Erin Gingrich. Sat. 08/29/15. 7:30 p.m. Max of 8. $20. EVENTS MUST BE PAID FOR BY CASH, CHECK or CREDIT CARD ON DAY OF PURCHASE! Page 4 48 Dessert & Game Night #2. Do you like fun & high quality, homemade chocolate concoctions? What could be better? Come to this night of games played without boards to find out just what this means to Rev. Erin. For ages 12 & up. HOST(S): Rev. Erin Gingrich. Sat. 01/30/16. 7:30 p.m. Max of 8. $20. AUCTION ITEMS A B C D E F G H I Andrew's Famous Creme Brulee #1. Impossibly rich & creamy custard, with a thin layer of crisp melted sugar on top to contrast. Enjoy one of the world's most decadent & elegant desserts with a well-deserved reputation. It's one of my favorites & I hope to make it one of yours. Will deliver four servings of creme brulee to you at your request between June & August 2015. No kitchen torch required, bring only your spoons! (Contains egg & milk products.) Offered by Andrew Curl. Min bid $30. Andrew's Famous Creme Brulee #2. Impossibly rich & creamy custard, with a thin layer of crisp melted sugar on top to contrast. Enjoy one of the world's most decadent & elegant desserts with a well-deserved reputation. It's one of my favorites & I hope to make it one of yours. Will deliver four servings of creme brulee to you at your request between January & March 2016. No kitchen torch required, bring only your spoons! (Contains egg & milk products.) Offered by Andrew Curl. Min bid $30. Baking Extravaganza! A whole bunch of goodness: 1 dozen cherry almond scones, 1 dozen cranberry orange scones, & 1 loaf banana bread with streusel topping. Can be split up as three deliveries or delivered all at once. Offered by Signe Newman & John Maly. Min bid $25. Chestnut Mocha Torte. Gluten free, rich & moist, with a mocha frosting. Freezes well. The recipe is from "San Francisco Ala Carte." Please order three weeks in advance. Delivery to be determined at time of order. Offered by Margaret Schultz. Min bid $25. Cincinnati Chili Supper #1. It's the authentic stuff from one who lived there! Tummy-warming dinner for 4-6 includes salad & bread. NOT vegetarian. Delivered to church or other by arrangement. Available: Jan. 2016. Offered by Karen Herwig. Min bid $25. Cincinnati Chili Supper #2. It's the authentic stuff from one who lived there! Tummy-warming dinner for 4-6 includes salad & bread. NOT vegetarian. Delivered to church or other by arrangement. Available: Feb. 2016. Offered by Karen Herwig. Min bid $25. Cookie Monster's Delight! #1. 2 dozen fresh baked cookies delivered to the church for you to pick up & enjoy every month for 5 months. Winner must furnish own milk! Per last year's winners: "These are not any ordinary cookies - they are amazing in taste & appearance!" Available: 2nd Sunday of each month, June-Oct. Offered by Kerry & Lynne George. Min bid $50. Cookie Monster's Delight! #2. 2 dozen fresh baked cookies delivered to the church for you to pick up & enjoy every month for 5 months. Winner must furnish own milk! Per last year's winners: these are not any ordinary cookies - they are amazing in taste & appearance! Available: 2nd Sunday of each month, Nov-March. Offered by Kerry & Lynne George. Min bid $50. Curried Roasted Butternut Squash and Pear Soup. Wonderful fall soup that is gluten free & vegan. The recipe is from "Eating Well Magazine." Available in the fall or winter when butternut squash is in the market. Please give 2 weeks notice. Serves 6-8. Delivery to be determined at time of order. Offered by Margaret Schultz. Min bid $25. EVENTS MUST BE PAID FOR BY CASH, CHECK or CREDIT CARD ON DAY OF PURCHASE! Page 5 J K L M N O P Q R S T U Fall for (2) Pies (September). Get an incredible pie delivered to your home on 2 Fridays in September. This month you'll get 1 French Apple Pie, & 1 Blueberry Crumb Pie! Offered by Karen Lauer. Min bid $25. Fall for (4) Pies (October). Get an incredible pie delievered to your home on 4 Fridays in October. This month you'll enjoy Traditional Pumpkin, Southern Chess (originally fro England, a combination of pecans & transparent custard), French Silk, and Peaches & Cream. Offered by Karen Lauer. Min bid $50. Grandkid-recommended Chocolate Chip Ccookies. 4 dozen delectable homemade chocolate chip cookies (approx 2" diameter) - they never last long at church or around the Grandkids. If you live/work in the metro area, I can deliver them warm or can meet you at church. They still taste great if given a chance to cool, & they freeze well too. Offered by Carol Hibbs. Min bid $20. Grandma Eva's Amazing Macaroons. Like you've never had macaroons before merengue, coconut, chocolate chips, & a secret ingredient to be revealed only to the buyer. Two dozen yummy cookies just for you or to share with friends. Not gluten free. Available: Dec. 2015. Offered by Barb Royal. Min bid $15. Homemade Almond Biscotti #1. Delivered to you at your convenience, a batch (of at least 18) amazing, addictive almond biscotti. People have been known to hoard them! Fights have been started between spouses over who has had a fair share. Last year's winner says, "Beyond fabulous!" How can you resist? Available: June- July 2015. Offered by Gabrielle Eaton. Min bid $15. Homemade Almond Biscotti #2. Delivered to you at your convenience, a batch (of at least 18) amazing, addictive almond biscotti. People have been known to hoard them! Fights have been started between spouses over who has had a fair share. Last year's winner says, "Beyond fabulous!" How can you resist? Available: Aug-Sep 2015. Offered by Gabrielle Eaton. Min bid $15. Homemade Almond Biscotti #3. Delivered to you at your convenience, a batch (of at least 18) amazing, addictive almond biscotti. People have been known to hoard them! Fights have been started between spouses over who has had a fair share. Last year's winner says, "Beyond fabulous!" How can you resist? Available: Oct-Nov 2015. Offered by Gabrielle Eaton. Min bid $15. Homemade Almond Biscotti #4. Delivered to you at your convenience, a batch (of at least 18) amazing, addictive almond biscotti. People have been known to hoard them! Fights have been started between spouses over who has had a fair share. Last year's winner says, "Beyond fabulous!" How can you resist? Available: Jan-Feb 2016. Offered by Gabrielle Eaton. Min bid $15. Incredible Peanut Brittle #1. I've been making this since 1969 from a recipe called "Goober Brittle" I discovered in Ebony magazine. Winner receives a 2-pound tin of crunchy, delicious brittle, delivered to bidder's home or the church. Available: SepDec 2015. Offered by Kay Becker. Min bid $15. Incredible Peanut Brittle #2. I've been making this since 1969 from a recipe called "Goober Brittle" I discovered in Ebony magazine. Winner receives a 2-pound tin of crunchy, delicious brittle, delivered to bidder's home or the church. Available: JanApr 2016. Offered by Kay Becker. Min bid $15. Iowa Honey. Two pints of honey from our farm, High Hopes Gardens. The bees happily visited wild prairie flowers, flowers from our fruit trees and sunflowers in the garden. I will deliver to the church. Offered by Linda Barnes. Min bid $15. Kerry's Caramel Rolls. They have a reputation of their own, having been to the Iowa State Fair & board mtgs in Kansas City! A dozen yummy caramel rolls just for you! (Freeze well.) Offered by Kerry & Lynne George. Min bid $30. EVENTS MUST BE PAID FOR BY CASH, CHECK or CREDIT CARD ON DAY OF PURCHASE! Page 6 V W X Y Z AA BB CC DD EE FF Mom's Cinnamon Rolls. Incredibly delicious 100% made-from-scratch cinnamon rolls. Actually baked by Becky's mom who has been baking the world's best cinnamon rolls for more than 40 years. Will deliver to church or other delivery arrangements can be made. Offered by Becky Evans. Min bid $15. No Work for You Sunday Supper #1. I'll fix your Sunday Supper (feeds 6-8), including main dish, 2 sides, & dessert. Will work around allergies & least favorite foods. I'll be experimenting with the hundreds of recipes I've collected & never tried. Purchaser will pick up the meal at my home between 5-6pm that day to take home & enjoy. Available: Sun. Oct-Nov 2015. Offered by Ellen Taylor. Min bid $30. No Work for You Sunday Supper #2. I'll fix your Sunday Supper (feeds 6-8), including main dish, 2 sides, & dessert. Will work around allergies & least favorite foods. I'll be experimenting with the hundreds of recipes I've collected & never tried. Purchaser will pick up the meal at my home between 5-6pm that day to take home & enjoy. Available: Sun. Jan-Feb 2016. Offered by Ellen Taylor. Min bid $30. No Work for You Sunday Supper #3. I'll fix your Sunday Supper (feeds 6-8), including main dish, 2 sides, & dessert. Will work around allergies & least favorite foods. I'll be experimenting with the hundreds of recipes I've collected & never tried. Purchaser will pick up the meal at my home between 5-6pm that day to take home & enjoy. Available: Sun. Mar-Apr 2016. Offered by Ellen Taylor. Min bid $30. Pie in the Sky #1. Every month for 3 months, a fresh homemade pie delivered to the church for you to pick up & enjoy. Yum, yum! Let visions of apple, pecan, lemon, cherry, chocolate pies dance in your head! Available: 2nd Sunday of each month June/July/Aug. Offered by Kerry & Lynne George. Min bid $45. Pie in the Sky #2. Every month for 3 months, a fresh homemade pie delivered to the church for you to pick up & enjoy. Yum, yum! Let visions of apple, pecan, lemon, cherry, chocolate pies dance in your head! Available: 2nd Sunday of each month Sep/Oct/Nov. Offered by Kerry & Lynne George. Min bid $45. Pie in the Sky #3. Every month for 3 months, a fresh homemade pie delivered to the church for you to pick up & enjoy. Yum, yum! Let visions of apple, pecan, lemon, cherry, chocolate pies dance in your head! Available: 2nd Sunday of each month Dec/Jan/Feb. Offered by Kerry & Lynne George. Min bid $45. Power bar brownies. Ramp up your energy deliciously with two types of healthy & nutritious browni- based power bars. The winning bid gets 24 - yes a whopping 2 dozen - bars to power you through the summer. Available: Mid to Late June. Offered by Susan Jellinger. Min bid $20. Rum-Soaked White Fruitcake. Like no fruitcake you've ever had. (5"x9") You'll know you have to have this after reading a review from someone who tried it: "I took a bite... and said, "mmmmm!" I took another bite... and another & uttered the same sound! It is dense & moist... which I believe is a crucial part of great fruit cake, & there was a lovely ratio of fruit to cake!" Offered by Sachiko Murphy. Min bid $20. Vegan Brownie Bliss. Who says someone focusing on a whole foods, plant-based diet can't enjoy some tasty treats? These vegan two-layer raw chocolate brownies made with only the most rich & decadent, nourishing ingredients (no refined sugar or flour), & topped with a rich, delicious vegan chocolate shell. May store in the freezer to keep nicely for a long time. Contains nuts. A dozen brownies are yours to savor or share. Offered by Danielle Stull. Min bid $15. Vegan Cheesecake Bliss. Who says someone focusing on a whole foods, plant-based diet can't enjoy some tasty treats? These mini vegan cheesecakesare made with only the most rich & decadent, nourishing ingredients (no refined sugar) & fruit of your choice (key lime, blueberry, cherry, strawberry). May store in the freezer to keep nicely for a long time. Contains nuts. A dozen mini-cakes are yours to savor or share. Offered by Danielle Stull. Min bid $15. EVENTS MUST BE PAID FOR BY CASH, CHECK or CREDIT CARD ON DAY OF PURCHASE! Page 7 GG HH II JJ KK Veggie Lasagna. Veggie Lasagna for 12. Yummy, vegetarian, but not vegan. Can be frozen if desired. Delivery to be negotiated. Available: 7-day notice. Offered by Jane Bell. Min bid $30. Weezy's Wonderful Shortbread Cookies! You've enjoyed Weezy's Choc Chip cookies in the past - now experience her not-too-sweet, delicate, melt-in-your-mouth Shortbread Cookies! Great with sweet tea or cocoa. Two (2) dozen delicious, homemade Shortbread Cookies, delivered to you at church on a mutually-agreed Sunday. (Baked w/o nuts, but nuts are present in my kitchen.) Offered by Louise Alcorn. Min bid $15. Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall… All you've got to do is... wait for the season to change and... call, and I'll be there... with a homemade pie. Using a Top Secret technique for my handmade crust & the very freshest ingredients of the season, your taste buds will sing with the sweetness of each creation. Summer - Blueberry Bliss; Fall - Autumn Apple; Winter - Quiet Quiche; Spring - Sassy Strawberry Rhubarb. Offered by Moira Leu. Min bid $60. World's Best Chocolate Chip Cookies! Sure, everyone says they make the world's best chocolate chip cookies, but I have the perfect recipe!!! I got it from my 11th grade speech class: we had to give a demonstrative speech & someone demonstrated & gave out free samples. Literally, the best chocolate chip cookies ever. The secret: they're large, chocolaty & the perfect combination of chewy & soft at the same time! Three (3) dozen perfect cookies can all be yours! They freeze well too! Can deliver to church or your house! Offered by Nina Richtman. Min bid $15. Decadent Cake of Your Choice. Joshua's three layer cakes are moist, rich & delicious...not for the faint of heart! Name your flavor or be inspired by these standards: red wine & chocolate, chocolate with peanut butter marble, chocolate & stout beer, carrot cake. Please give a ten day notice & he will bake your dream come true. Offered by Joshua (Rev. Gingrich's husband) Leshan. Min bid $45. EVENTS MUST BE PAID FOR BY CASH, CHECK or CREDIT CARD ON DAY OF PURCHASE! Page 8