Shorter College auction part of homecoming festivities

Want to be the owner of a signed 8x10 photo of sports radio legend Larry Munson? Or how about packing your bags, grabbing up the kids and heading to Disney World?

Whether you’re a sports nut or a travel queen, you can bet on finding a real bargain at the Shorter College Alumni Auction this Saturday.

As part of the college’s 2008 homecoming celebration, a silent auction has been planned at Barron Stadium during the 2:30 p.m. game that pits the Hawks against the Faulkner Eagles.

More than 20 items are up for bid this weekend, including an “I love New York” travel excursion, a mountain getaway in Ellijay, a weekend family stay in Chattanooga and a large selection of sports-related memorabilia.

The auction will be located underneath the bleachers, near the concessions, and winners will be announced between game quarters.

Cash, check or credit card payments will be accepted.

Auction proceeds benefit Shorter Student Scholarships.

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LIST OF AUCTION ITEMS

I Love New York Excursion – 3rd Quarter       

Two round-trip tickets from Atlanta to New York’s La Guardia airport on Air Tran Airways; three-night stay in a mutually agreeable hotel in New York City and two tickets to The Empire State Building. Available through March 30, 2009. Package value: $1,230.

Starting bid: $800

Atlanta Arts Weekend – 3rd Quarter

One-night stay at a mutually agreeable four-star hotel in downtown Atlanta; two tickets to an Atlanta Symphony Orchestra concert in October, January, or March; and a $50 gift card to any Buckhead Life Group Restaurant including 103 West, Atlanta Fish Market, Chops, Pricci, Veni Vidi Vici, etc. Available through March 30, 2009. Package value: $360.

Starting Bid: $250

Disney Vacation – 2nd Quarter

Seven-night stay Nov. 14 - 20, 2008 in a four-bedroom, four-bath condo that sleeps 16 in the WestgateLakes resort in Orlando/Kissimmee. The resort is in the center of all the major attractions in Orlando. Amenities include: spa, restaurants, a Disney Planning center, bike rentals, marina, pools, basketball, volleyball, and tennis.  Package also includes two adult Disney World tickets.  Package value: $1,100.

Starting Bid: $500

South 107/Q102 Chattanooga Family Weekend – 1st Quarter

One-night stay at the Sheraton Read House, a family four-pack for the Tennessee Aquarium and dinner for two on the Southern Bell Riverboat Cruise.  Available through Dec. 21, 2008. Package value: $340

Starting Bid $200

Highlands, N.C. Getaway – 2nd Quarter

Three-night stay in a lovely three-bedroom / two-bath home, sleeps four to six: one queen, two twins, and a queen sofa-bed (courtesy of Elizabeth Gleason, mother of alumna Jan Gleason Flippen). Plus, a $100 American Express gift card for shopping or meals. Available Oct. 1 - 31, 2009, for a long weekend or mid-week - winner’s choice, children over age three only. No pets, no smoking. Package value: $575

Starting bid: $200

Two Rooms of Beckler Carpet – 3rd Quarter

Two 12’ X 12’ rooms of carpet (288 square feet) from Beckler Carpets of Dalton; choice of two styles-heavy plush or Berber and many colors; padding included (courtesy of Darrell Black). Package value: $1,200.

Starting Bid: $500

Mountain Getaway in Ellijay, Ga. – 1st Quarter

Two-night stay in a beautiful mountain cabin that sleeps 10 people in three master suites plus sofa bed and one set of bunk beds downstairs.  Three-and-a-half baths, two kitchens, two living areas with sofas, panoramic view of mountains from main level living area, hot tub and two gas log fireplaces. Available now through Nov. 30, 2008. Package includes a $50 gift certificate for dining at the Woodbridge Inn in nearby Jasper and two adult tickets to the Georgia Apple Festival in Ellijay, if one of the last two weekends in October are chosen. 

Package value: $800.

Starting bid: 200

Framed Shorter College Football Poster – 1st Quarter

Featuring autographed photo of the 2008 Shorter College Hawks Seniors

Value: $50

Fantasy Shorter Hawks Football Coaching Experience – 3rd Quarter

Winner and one guest will get to be with the team through warm-ups and dressing room pep talk and will get to stand/sit on the sidelines with the team.

Fantasy Shorter Hawks Basketball Coaching Experience – 2nd Quarter

Winner and one guest will get to be with the team through warm-ups and dressing room pep talk and will have courtside seats with the team.

NAIA Championship Game – Dec. 20, 2008 – 3rd Quarter

Four reserved seating VIP tickets along with NAIA team sportswear.

Birthday Party at Shorter – 1st Quarter

Winner gets exclusive Saturday afternoon use of the gym and basketball equipment or use of the swimming pool with lifeguard.

Autographed Baseball and Jersey – 2nd Quarter

Signed by Cliff Flagello - former Shorter College Hawks baseball player drafted by the Baltimore Orioles, currently playing for the Class A Delmarva Shore Birds.

Framed and autographed 8x10 photo of Larry Munson – 2nd Quarter

Framed and autographed 8x10 photo of Dale Murphy – 1st Quarter

Framed and autographed 8x10 photo of Chipper Jones – 3rd Quarter

Framed and autographed 8x10 photo of Bobby Cox – 2nd Quarter

Plus other sports memorabilia