Bidding continues: Greenhouse Project's Grateful Harvest online auction closes Sept. 18

The Greenhouse Project's Grateful Harvest Dinner is right around the corner and event though tickets are sold out, the online auction is underway and open to the public with an array of fabulous offerings, from experience and getaway packages to art and fine wines.

The auction closes at Sept. 18 at 8 p.m., the night of the dinner. All money raised at this annual event continues TGP's mission of agricultural education of Carson City students and provides fresh produce to the community's food insecure.

To bid, simply visit www.carsoncitygreenhouse.org where you will find an auction button. A new feature this year, will allow some items to go past the 8 p.m. close, due to "popcorn bidding," TGP's Executive Director Jon R explained. If someone bids during the last three minutes, the time is extended by three minutes each time there is a bid until three minutes plass without a bid. This prevents someone bidding during the last 30 seconds just to win an item.

Thanks to the contributors for providing the wide range of auction items.

Experience packages are:
Enjoy five nights for two in a this tropical island getaway to Ciudad Del Carmen, Campeche, Mexico at Holiday Inn Ciudad del Carmen Campeche; includes exclusive access to Carmen Country Club with a free greens fee on their world class 9 hole golf course; and a free meal for two and two craft beers each at Bendita Carmelita (Cerveceria Carmelita). Donated by Jim Phalen Value: $850.

Dinner at Casa Abowd. Bring your friends and family to a sumptuous Paella Dinner for eight prepared by Chef Charlie Abowd and wife Karen at their home. Value $1,500.

Artsy Fartsy Gallery Experience
A fabulous shopping trip awaits with this Artsy Fartsy Gallery Experience you are guaranteed to enjoy! With more than 87 artists represented in the gallery, you’re sure to find something you love. Donated by gallery owners Jeffrey Pace and Gabriel Aguayo. Value: $1,500 Gift Certificate.

Duncan Golf Package offers one year of golf for four: Package includes a basket of golf merchandise plus 12 gift certificates for greens fees for a foursome for one year (each certificate expires October 1, 2024) at any of four Duncan Golf Management courses: Eagle Valley, Lakeridge, Toiyabe and Wolf Run. Certificates are valid any day after 11 a.m. and cannot be used for tournament rounds. Donated by the Duncan Family. Value: $3,500.

Delectable Dining at Piazza in Carson City: Enjoy a five course meal for eight guests created by Chef Jared Manning and paired with wines selected by Beverage Manager Robin Shriver. Donated by Mark and Jenny Lopicollo. Value $1,000.

Polaris Ranger Ride with Picnic Lunch for Two is a ride up the historical Emigrant Trail that is Kings Canyon Road. The historic road once served as the conduit for Tahoe lumber to the Comstock Mines. Chauffeured by Mark Rotter. Chery; Rottter, TGP board member will be your cruise director, chef, and bartender. Take in past historic ranch sites, beautiful terrain, and majestic valley views. Enjoy a casual catered lunch on the trail with wine, beer, or soft drinks. Donated by the Rotters. Value: $500.

Tour for 10 at iconic Donovan Mill in Silver City: Tour the longest running gold and silver stamp mill on the Comstock Lode (1860 to 1959). The largest gold and silver stamp mill in the nation, Donovan Mill is an internationally significant site, representing the location where cyanide/zinc processing was perfected in a way that set the stage for the subsequent 115-plus years of precious metal mining throughout the world. Donated by Steven and Johnye Saylor. Value: $200.

Reliable Blends Health & Wellness Gift Basket: Reliable Blends products help you experience the 4 R's - Restore, Recover, Relax and Rejuvenate. These physician-formulated, all-natural products are formulated and designed to ensure you Live the Life You Deserve and deliver proven results. Donated by Karel Ancona/Reliable Blends.Value: $510.

There are several works of art offered at auction. They are:
Artwork by artist Eric Brooks, "A winter's dust, vanished, gone," is a 24 x 36-inch Mixed Media on canvas, created in 2020. Donated by Brooks. Value: $750.

Peter Frampton fans will want to bid on this collection of Frampton's farewell tour, which includes an original Signature Poster, Finale Tour Commemorative Laminate, set of Frampton Vinyl Record Coasters and official guitar picks. Donated by John Procaccini. Value: $1,500.

"Spumoni" quilt by Barbara Wooldridge is 40 x 40-inches and was made during the COVID shutdown in 2020 using Kaffe Fasset fabrics. It was machined pieced by Wooldbridge and machine quilted by Sue Jeffrey. Design is by Christine Barnes. Donated by Wooldbridge. Value: $200.

Asian Themed quilt created by Barbara Cavanagh, measures 60 x 72-inches and features hand appliqued leaves and stems. Donated by Cavanagh. Value $250.

“French Cuisine” by artist Steven Saylor is reproduced as a limited edition print from one of his original glazed watercolors. This fine art print is limited to one edition of 500 signed and numbered prints and 25 remarqued artist proofs of which this is number 188/500. Donated by Steven and Johnye Saylor. Value $400.

“The Redeye Express” is one of a series of limited edition prints by Steven Saylor that is produced from one of his original glazed watercolors. This fine art print is limited to one edition of 500 signed and numbered prints and 25 remarqued artist proofs of which this is number 348/500. Donated by Steven and Johnye Saylor. Value $400.

"Thinking Outside the Box" quilt by Cecile Brown is a 28 x 28-inch wall hanging. Brown takes established patterns and adds a personal twist by drawing on fabric with permanent pens then piece a background and applique over the top. Donated by Brown. Value $200.

"A Piece of Nevada" pendant from Nevada Sterling & Lapidary, is a blue jasper agate stone from Nevada set with sterling silver star and leaves inspired by the state flag and is part of the Battle Born" series. Donated by Joel and Sheri Dunn/Nevada Silversmithing & Lapidary. Value: $200.

"Psychedelic Surprise" quilt by Sarah Jo McKee is a 46 x 46-inch wall hanging that showcases a modern esthetic and design. Her quilts have hung at major shows throughout the United States. Donated by McKee. Value: $200.

For the wine and food lovers:
Two bottles of 1989 Chateau Mouton Rothschild wine from Pauillac, France are being offered Individually. The 1989 vintage presented almost ideal conditions for vignerons across Bordeaux, with warm and sunny weather resulting in the century’s earliest harvest. Now in its peak drinking phase, this is a rounded and generous blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Cabernet Franc and 8% Merlot.Tasting notes are included in the auction listing. Donated by Charlie and Karen Abowd. Value: $700 each.

2019 Black Stallion Limited Release Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum is primarily composed of grapes from vineyards located in the high elevation mountains that surround Napa Valley, known for creating wines with intense power and concentration. A smaller portion of this wine comes from the valley floor regions, which help to balance and soften the texture of the complete blend.Composition and tasting notes are included in the auction listing. Donated by Steve Sanchez. Value: $130.

Get busy cooking! Take home a copy of "Recipes and Rambles that made Adele's a Nevada hot spot," cookbook by Chef Charlie Abowd and Karel Ancona, now in its second printing! Filled with 40 years of cuisine and history, it is a fun read and a signed copy paired with an 8 quart Le Creuset enamel on steel stockpot with lid (oyster color) in which to prepare some of the delicious recipes. Book donated by Abowd and stockpot donated by Jason Justice. Value: $150.

Happy bidding!