Live Auction Catalog

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Take a look at our amazing Live Auction Offerings below!

Our Silent Auction includes a variety of paintings, photographs, art prints, and more that are on display in the Common Room. Bidding on these items are open now through the night of the auction--make sure to take a look!

Need a New Coat? - Sean Hruby, Hruby Painting
Painting contractor with over 24 years experience offers one day of free labor. Will paint a medium sized bedroom, kitchen or office. Materials will be billed at cost. A $400 value!
Quantity: 1
Starting Bid: $100

A Saturday Outing in Kenosha - Cindy & Dave Duckworth
Start the day with your group of 4 or family of 5 by checking out two lighthouses on Simmons Island Park and perhaps a walk or swim on the island beach. A short drive (5 min) to the harbor offers a streetcar ride, two museums and the outstanding Harbor Market. www.kenoshaharbormarket.com. Bring your cooler. At 11:30, you’ll meet up with hosts Dave and Cindy Duckworth at the south end of the market. This 2 long blocks from the slip where the 44’ sailing vessel, Artemis II, waits to take you on a personalized 3 to 4-hour excursion on Lake Michigan. Tour Captain, Brandon Hodge, and his wife/first mate, Heather, will tell us when the winds are right and it’s time to board. 

After signing a standard waiver and a short safety lesson, your seafaring adventure will begin. Depending on your group’s preference, you can sail along the shoreline or out into Lake Michigan. Don’t worry about lunch. Libations (alcoholic or not) and a variety of tasty nibbles catered to any special needs will be served from the cabin kitchen.

After your cruise, you may choose to finish the day with an outdoor concert or theater performance. https://www.visitkenosha.com/ 

Date: Saturday, July 31, 2027
Rain Date: Negotiable for a different Saturday.

Quantity: 1 (group of 4 or 5)
Starting Bid: $70

Go With Van Gogh: A Starry Night in Chicago - Mary Dorrell
A great way to spend time together and each person will leave with their own masterpiece. Bring your friends and/or family to share a fun time making your own Chicago Style version of A Starry Night. Mary Dorrell will guide you through painting your own masterpiece while giving insights into Van Gogh's life.

Pinot and Charcuterie provided. All materials included: water based paints, brushes, 8x10 canvas panels.

Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026 from 1-4pm
Location: Dare to Dream Studio in Warrenville 

Quantity: Minimum 2 people, up to 6 people.
Starting Bid: $30 per person.

Private Gravestone Symbolism Tour - Ashlynn Rickord Werner
Join Ashlynn Rickord Werner for a private gravestone symbolism tour of West Side Cemetery in Geneva. Together, we’ll explore the meaning behind common cemetery symbols, imagery, epitaphs, and monument styles while uncovering some of the stories hidden in plain sight among the stones. This small-group experience is perfect for anyone interested in local history, cemeteries, art, symbolism, or simply looking at a familiar place in a completely new way.
Quantity: up to 10 people
Starting Bid: $10 per person

Afternoon Tea - Glenda Peck & Carol Myers
Join Glenda Peck and Carol Myers for a lovely afternoon gathering of connecting with friends and enjoying a light meal. Our tea will include various finger sandwiches and other savory items, plus a variety of sweet delicacies. Tea, coffee, and champagne punch will be served. There will be two seatings that will accommodate eight people each.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:30pm

Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 12:30pm

Location: Carol’s home - 1645 Fairfield Drive in Elburn

Quantity: Up to 8 people at each date
Starting Bid: $25 per person

Paramount Theatre Tickets to A Christmas Carol - Kevin & Linda O’Neill
Enjoy two tickets to A Christmas Carol at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora on Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 1:30pm. The seats are in the first row and center: Row A, Seats 109 and 110. The face value of the tickets is $150 total. “Filled with laughter, redemption, and the most memorable characters in literature, we’ve adapted A Christmas Carol specifically for the Paramount stage, and it will be the ultimate holiday tradition for families and friends alike. Whether you’re experiencing Scrooge’s transformation for the first time or reliving the magic of the classic story once again, this play enriched with live music will leave you filled with hope and holiday cheer.”
Quantity: 1 (includes two tickets)
Starting Bid: $60

Mindfulness Walk with Sam McDonald
Does your nervous system need a reset? Sam is a licensed clinical professional counselor in the state of Illinois and is currently in school to become a board certified horticulture therapist. Sam will lead people on a walk in which you will reconnect with your mind and body, learn tangible strategies to help decompress, and enjoy nature along the way. The walk will last for approximately one hour. If you have mobility issues and are interested in mindfulness, Sam can hold a separate session for you to accommodate your needs. 

Date, time, and location are TBD. Will be held in Spring of 2027.

Quantity: 4
Starting Bid: $20 per person

Fromages de France - Lynn and Llona Steele
We will travel to several regions of France, each known for a particular brand of cheese.  We will discuss cheeses made from cow, sheep and goat milk and the terrain and process which made each cheese famous. As we taste each cheese described we will pair the cheese with fruit, wine or cider or a non-alcoholic beverage, depending on the area. And we’ll end with “un dessert délicieux”! Bon appétit!
- Sat., January 23, 2027, 6:30 - 9pm
- Sat., February 6, 2027, 6:30 - 9pm
Quantity: 8 people per date
Starting Bid: $50 per person

Cookie of the Month Club - Carol Myers
What is better than homemade cookies delivered right to your door? Having them delivered every month for a year, of course! You’ll enjoy 2 dozen cookies each and every month. Generally, Carol’s choice but she will honor requests. Delivered! Guaranteed delicious!
Quantity: 1
Starting Bid: $60

Lunch with the Minister - Rev. Alan Taylor
Good food and good conversation are on Rev. Alan! The winning bidder will enjoy lunch with Rev. Alan at a local restaurant. Talk about life, UUSG, books, big questions, small questions—or whatever happens to come up over lunch. It’s a chance to slow down, connect, and enjoy some one-on-one time with our minister.

Rev. Alan’s treat! Date and time to be arranged with the winning bidder.

Quantity: 2 winners (separate lunches)
Starting Bid: $35

Wine 101- Sherry Wilson & Laz Escalona
Before moving to Northern Illinois, Laz Escalona and Sherry Wilson lived in Southern California where they owned and operated a small vineyard and boutique winery. Join them in their home as they take you through the process of growing wine grapes and making wine. From planting a vineyard to bottling the wine, you'll learn all about what is involved in producing wine. Plenty of food and wine will be served, along with a discussion on wine etiquette.
    - Saturday, February 13, 2027, 5:30pm
    - Saturday, April 17, 2027, 5:30pm
Quantity: 8 people max per date
Starting Bid: $75 per person

Vox Pacem: Custom 30-Minute Vocal Recording - Steve Clark
Have you ever found yourself nodding off during a service because you found yourself lulled into a sense of peaceful serenity by the dulcet tones of the speaker? Do you want to have that at your disposal 24/7? Maybe you're not a big reader but you want someone to read your favorite passage to you, or perhaps a selection of bedtime stories for your children or grandchildren? Guided meditations, famous speeches, the possibilities are endless! Steve Clark is offering to record up to 30 minutes (5,000 words) of anything you want to the best of his ability.
Quantity: 1
Starting Bid: $50

Breakfast and Easy-Going Birding - Anne Pruitt, Cindy & Dave Duckworth
Begin at 7:30am with juice, coffee or tea. Enjoy hot cinnamon rolls, yogurt buffet w/granola and fresh berries, and egg casserole prepared by Anne Pruitt. Bird from windows overlooking the Fox River, followed by a walk in Wheeler Park. Beginners welcome, kids age 14+.

Date: May 15th, 2027, 7:30 – 10:00 am         
Rain Date: May 22nd
Location: Dave & Cindy Duckworth’s home in Geneva. 

Quantity: 12
Starting Bid: $30 per person.

2-Night Stay at The Lodge at Ventana Resort in Tucson, Arizona - Stu MacKay
Beautiful resort with two 18-hole golf courses. Gorgeous hikes just minutes away. Close to Sabino Canyon. Not far from a wide variety of top-notch restaurants. Booking window is May, June, or September.
Quantity: 1
Starting Bid: $150

Ultimate Fondue Feast for Four - Larry & Kathy Becker
Indulge in an evening of dipping, swirling, and lingering conversation with an all-inclusive fondue dinner party. The winning bidder and their guests will join their hosts, Larry and Kathy Becker, and be treated to a custom three-course dinner. This interactive dining experience turns a simple meal into an unforgettable social event. Perfect for a cozy night out with friends, or a family celebration.

What’s Included:

• The Cheese Course: A rich, velvety blend of traditional Swiss cheeses melted with white wine and garlic served with a selection of Artesian breads, Granny Smith apples, and other delectable dippers.

• The Entrée Course: A savory, bubbling broth ready for dipping cuts of beef tenderloin, teriyaki beef tenderloin, chicken breast, shrimp and other savory options, along with fingerling potatoes and vegetables. Accompanying this course will be an array of dipping sauces.

• The Chocolate Finale: A decadent warm milk or dark chocolate will be served with strawberries, bananas, pound cake, and other sweet treats.

• Beverages: To quench your thirst there will be a selection of wine along with coffee and tea.

Date and time to be mutually agreed upon (two-week notice required). All ingredients, prep, and cleanup are entirely handled by your hosts – you just bring your appetite and the company! Dietary needs and allergies can be accommodated. (Guest count can possibly be adjusted for families of more than four.)

Quantity: 1 (for a group of four)

Starting Bid: $50

Learn to Play Rummikub! - Sam & Jason McDonald
Maybe you’ve been looking for a new game to get hooked on or perhaps you’ve always wanted to master this strategic tile-based game. Either way, join us for a fun, hands-on Rummikub lesson followed by friendly gameplay. A delicious lunch together while you practice your new skills will be served! Perfect for beginners and casual players alike. A great way to spend an afternoon learning something new and making memories!

McDonald’s house in St. Charles 

Date and time TBD

Quantity: 4
Starting Bid: $25 per person

Holy Mimosas - Barbara Ovesen

A little food, a little fizz, and a lot of female fellowship! Join nine other women from our church family (including host) for a cheerful Saturday brunch filled with good food, good company, and plenty of bubbly Mimosas (including a mocktail version). Hosted at Barbara's home on Saturday, June 5, 2027, this cozy gathering will be a fun but relaxed afternoon and a chance to get to know some familiar faces a little better. 

Quantity: 9
Starting bid: $20 per person

Save Money: Make Your Own Sushi - Peg Peterson & Brad Milton
Japanese cuisine has become wildly popular around the world but a good plate of sushi comes at a hefty price. Learn how to make your own authentic sushi, miso soup, and green tea at home and save lots of money while impressing your friends and family. Peg Peterson and Brad Milton were exchange students to Japan and still travel there frequently, so they often make Japanese food for dinner. They will host a sushi-making party at their home where you can perfect your sushi-rolling skills. Peg will provide demonstrations, recipes, and local sources for ingredients. (There will be no sashimi/ raw fish at this event, only vegetables and cooked fish will be available.)

Date will be scheduled at the guests' convenience.
Quantity: 6
Starting Bid: $20 per person

Loosen Up, Partner!: Integrative Body Reset™ - Gina Grupe-Stibal

Feeling a little more tied up than giddy-up?

Imagine what you love about a great massage—but make it interactive, immersive and personalized to your whole body.

Begin with a Vibroacoustic Immersion: headphones on, eye mask down, outside world off, while you listen to sound and feel gentle vibrations moving through your body. Then Gina works with your body using intuitive body awareness, Human Garage fascial movement practices, assisted movement, breath, gentle pressure and stretching.

No knowledge of fascia or flexibility required. Just bring your body—Gina will meet it where it is.

No fancy boots required—just clean feet! 🤠

60 minutes | $120 value
Donated by Gina Grupe | Modern Mystics Resource Center

Quantity: 1
Starting bid: $40

2 Boozy Cakes! - Manya Prahl
For your holiday entertaining - or any time during the year!

1. Bourbon Pecan Pound Cake. Serves 12-16 people.
   Quantity: 1
   Starting bid: $50

1. Guinness Stout Gingerbread Cake. Perfect for your St. Patty's party! Serves up to 10 people.
   Quantity: 1
   Starting bid: $35

Both freeze beautifully- can be delivered to the winners at Church on any given Sunday.

Choose The Sermon - Rev. Alan Taylor
Is there a question you’ve been wrestling with, a topic you’ve always wanted to explore, or an idea you’d love to hear Rev. Alan dig into? The winning bidder will meet with Rev. Alan to develop a topic that Rev. Alan will create a sermon and worship service around. 

Theology, spirituality, ethics, social justice, philosophy, culture, books, or something entirely unexpected—all are fair game. Bring your curiosity, share what’s on your mind, and see where the conversation—and the sermon—leads! Sermon will be delivered in 2027.
Quantity: 1
Starting Bid: $100

A Day at the Lake!– Tracey and Kathleen McFadden
Enjoy a beautiful summer day on Lake Beulah in southeastern Wisconsin at the McFaddens’ private lake house! Your group will have the lake experience to yourselves for the day (approximately 10 a.m.–6:30 p.m.). Suitable for four adults or a family of four (children welcome with adult supervision). Start with a lunch cruise and guided tour of Lake Beulah aboard a pontoon boat, followed by an afternoon of water activities—kayaking, swimming, paddleboarding, tubing, and jet ski rides. All equipment is provided. The day winds down with a BBQ pulled pork dinner served lakeside by your hosts.

Lake Beulah is located just 30 minutes north of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Date - TBD for Summer 2027

Quantity: 4 people
Starting Bid: $75 per person

Four Months of Homemade Comfort: “Soup of the Month” Club - Kathy & Larry Becker
Bring the warmth of homemade comfort straight to your table! The winning bidder of this item will enjoy four consecutive months of delicious, from-scratch gourmet soup lovingly prepared and delivered right to your door (or ready for pickup at church).

Skip the cooking and be treated to a wholesome, comforting meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, chilly evenings, or as a thoughtful gift to a friend who could use a break from the kitchen.

What’s Included:

• Four months of homemade soup (November, December, January, and February). One large batch per month serving 4-6 people.

• Bread, rolls, or crackers paired with each month’s selection.

• Flexible scheduling coordinated with the chef to fit your calendar (one-week notice required).  Dietary needs and allergies can be accommodated for some of the choices. 

Soup Choices:

• Chicken Wild Rice Soup – choose either creamy or broth-based

• Mushroom Wild Rice Soup – choose either creamy or broth-based

• Minestrone Soup

• Lasagna Soup

• Chicken Poblano Chowder

• Vegetable Beef Soup

• Lentil Soup

• Baked Potato Soup

• Cheese Tortellini Soup

• Stuffed Pepper Soup

• Cream of Asparagus Soup

• Broccoli Cheese Soup

• Tomato Bisque

• Vegetable Chowder

• Chicken and White Bean Chili

• Beef Chili

• Vegetarian Chili

Quantity: 2 winners
Starting Bid: $40

Whiskey Tasting - Jason and Sam McDonald
Warm up your winter blues by joining the McDonalds for a night of whiskey tasting! You will be blind sampling six pours of the finest whiskey, comparing tasting notes, and revealing your preferred pours! Along the way, Jason will talk about the process of how different whiskeys are made. A lovely charcuterie selection that pairs well with your whiskey will be provided. Sam will be your chauffeur for the night for you to fully enjoy your tasting! Come learn something new, have great conversation, and drink (and eat!) something delicious!

Date and time TBD

Quantity: 4
Starting Bid: $35 per person

Astronomy Night with a Retired NASA Scientist - John Robbins
UUSG’s John Robbins will set up his telescope in his back yard for an evening of snacks, observing & learning about the wonders of the night sky. We’ll look at a variety of celestial sights: including the Moon; whatever planets are visible; double stars; star clusters; and galaxies. Great learning fun for families, and/or small groups. Date and time to be determined (obviously under good weather conditions), but spring and fall are the best months for comfortable, bug-free evenings.

Location: John & Brenda’s home in North Aurora
Time: from dusk until 10:30pm (or until yawns begin)
Date: To be arranged with the winning bidder.
Quantity: 1 small group (max 6 people)
Starting Bid: $50

A Night Off! - Barbara Ovesen

Need a date night, dinner with friends, or just a few peaceful hours to yourself? Bid on an evening of babysitting and enjoy a well-deserved night off while your child/ren are in good hands and having fun (with an experienced mom of one grown and one mostly grown boy). The winning bidder will receive one evening of babysitting, on a mutually agreed-upon date.

Quantity: 1
Starting bid: $35

Wine with Wyeth: A Friday Evening Party - Mary Dorrell
Imagine a whimsical evening playing with paint and sipping wine! Bring your friends and/or family to share a fun time. Mary Dorrell guides you through making your own version of Christina’s World while sharing tidbits about Andrew Wyeth.

White Wine, wraps, wings and wontons provided. All art materials included: water based paints, brushes, 8x10 canvas panels.

Date: Friday, December 11, 2026 from 6-9pm
Location: Dare to Dream Studio in Warrenville 

Quantity: Minimum 2 people, up to 6 people.
Starting bid: $30 per person

Go All In! Quantum Healing Activation™ Signature Immersion - Gina Grupe-Stibal

Sometimes you're not looking for a quick tune-up.

Sometimes you're ready to GO ALL IN.

Gina Grupe's Quantum Healing Activation™ Signature Immersion is a private, full-day body, mind and spirit experience created for someone ready for deeper self-exploration, meaningful personal transformation and the next evolution of their life.

Begin with an extended personal deep dive into your story, experiences, relationships, patterns and questions. Gina holds space and may incorporate intuitive channeling, coaching, shamanic light and energy practices, sacred sound and other integrative tools as appropriate.

After a break, continue with an extended guided hypnosis experience informed by QHHT®, followed by reflection and integration.

Plan for 5–7+ hours. 

Value: $750
Donated by Gina Grupe | Modern Mystics Resource Center

Quantity: 1
Starting bid: $100

Mah Jongg for Beginners - Glenda Peck

Mah Jongg is the “new” game that is being played by all. If you are a beginner and would like to understand the basics, please join Glenda Peck for a fun filled Mah Jongg teaching session on Friday, January 22, 2027. The time of day will be determined by the group as we get closer to the date. Plan on a 2 – 3 hour teaching/playing session. Snacks and drinks will be provided as well as all equipment needed to play the game.

Quantity: 4 people
Starting Bid: $25 per person

“2nd Best Behind the Coe’s” Garden Party - Molly MacKay Zacker & Dave Zacker

We hope you will join us for an evening in our garden with appetizers, signature cocktails, wine and good cheer on a date during summer 2027 TBD!

Quantity: 30 people
Starting Bid: $35 per person