Silent Auction
During the book fair on Saturday, we'll have tables set up displaying a number of exciting gift baskets - each one filled to the brim with an assortment of goodies!
From 9:00am - 2:00pm you can stop by the tables and peruse the baskets. If you'd like to make a bid, there will be a sheet of paper in front of each basket to write down your information and bid amount.
Winners will be announced from 2:00pm - 3:00pm!
50% of the proceeds from the silent auction will go to support a local non-profit (to be announced).
How do I bid on a basket?
There will be a sheet of paper in front of each basket to write down your information and bid amount.
Can I donate a basket?
Absolutely! Just grab a basket, find some goodies to put in it, and bring it to the venue on Saturday, September 6th, between 7:00am - 9:00am.
Your basket can be large, small, simple, elaborate, for men, women, children, and even pets! If you're a business, feel free to create baskets with gift cards, coupons, and merchandise from your store!
When will the winners be announced?
At 2:00pm the auction will close and we'll announce the winner of each basket. Must be present to win - or able to pick up that afternoon from the venue.
NOTE: Donated baskets must brought to the Denny Sanford Convention Center on Saturday, Sept. 6th from 7:00am - 9:00am unless otherwise arranged with Paula (paula@sdliteratureandlattes.com).
Need some basket ideas? Check out the list below!
Book Basket
- Cozy mystery
- Clean romance
- Historial Fiction
- Young Adult Fantasy
Tea/Coffee/Hot Chocolate Basket
- Assortment of teas, coffees, and/or hot chocolate
- Tea cup/coffee mug
- Cozy socks
Craft Basket
- Craft scissors
- Glue
- Glitter
- Tape
- Washable Paint
Man’s Snack Basket
- Beef Jerky
- Nuts
- Licorice
- Coffee
Date Night Basket
- Bottle of wine or sparkly non-alcoholic drink
- Wine glasses
- Candles
- Chocolates
Pet Lover Basket
- Pet toys
- Dog and cat beds
- Scratch pads
- Leashes
- Food and treat samples
Spa Basket
- Fancy bath oils
- Facial tools
- Massage gift cards
- Candles
Local Attractions Basket
- Sightseeing or local attraction tickets
- Pictures and other physical items to add a promotional touch!
Movie Night Basket
- DVDs of popular movies (we are a family-friendly event)
- Microwave popcorn
- Gift certificate for pizza
Game Night Basket
- Twister and Jenga
- Monopoly and Sorry
- Uno and Phase 10
Gift Card Basket
- Ice cream stores
- Movie theaters
- Restaurants
- Electronic stores
- Grocery stores
Beach Basket
- Beach toys
- Sunscreen
- Pool floats
- Beach towels
- Sunglasses
- Snorkel gear
Bath Basket
- Bath salts
- Luffas
- Pretty soap
- Washcloths
Sports Basket
- Sports tickets
- Sports gear
- Bobbleheads
Themed Basket
- Christmas
- Valentine’s Day
- Mother’s Day
- Father’s Day
- New Baby
Yard Games Basket
- Frisbee
- Bocce Ball
- Sidewalk Chalk
- Bubbles
NOTE: Donated baskets must brought to the venue on Saturday, Sept. 6th
from 7:00am - 9:00am unless otherwise arranged with Paula (paula@sdliteratureandlattes.com).