Giving Makes You Feel So Good!

On Sunday afternoon of the convention, we will hold a charity auction to benefit the Alzheimer's Association and the Gordy Dickson Memorial Scholarship Fund. Please help contribute to these worthwhile causes by donating something for the auction, attending the event, and bidding for items.

The Alzheimer's Association is a national voluntary health organization dedicated to advancing Alzheimer's research and helping those affected by this complex brain disease. Approximately 4.5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer's disease. The Alzheimer's Association ranks as the top private funder of research into the causes, treatments, and prevention of Alzheimer's, and also provides education, support, and advocacy for people diagnosed with the condition, their families, and caregivers.

A portion of the charity auction proceeds has also been designated for FenSF, Inc., to benefit the Gordy Dickson Memorial Scholarship Fund. This fund was established in 2002 for the purpose of helping to send aspiring science fiction authors to Clarion, an intensive writers' workshop which focuses on the science fiction genre. A $150 donation from the fund has already been received by Clarion West to assist the next incoming class. More will follow in the time we have left before MarsCon.

Look at all the keen loot! Bid high; you're supporting two worthy charities.

Action Figures - Capt. Jean-Luc Picard and Guinan in "Clues"
Backpack - Agent Cody Banks
Book - The Complete Krynn Source Book by Margaret Weis & Tracy Hickman
Book - Conflict of Honors by Sharon Lee and Steve Miller
Book - Everything's Eventual by Stephen King
Book - The Golden by Lucius Shepard
Book - Saucer by Stephen Coonts
Book - To Say Nothing of the Dog by Connie Willis
Camera - Polaroid I-zone
Comparison chart, done in black silhouette, of SPACE SHIPS from popular SF sources, books, TV and movies, giving the relative sizes of many ships (such as the original Enterprise to Farscape's Moya, to Imperial Star Destroyers; Researched and designed by Keith Nelson (Available for viewing in the DREAMSTITCHER party room Friday night)
Comparison chart, again in black silhouette, of SPACE STATIONS, from the Classic Star Trek to the Star Wars Imperial Death Stars; Researched and designed by Keith Nelson (Available for viewing in the DREAMSTITCHER party room Friday night)
Costume from DreamStitcher. The winner would buy all materials, but labor for the design and construction would be donated by the DreamStitcher, as would the time for any and all consultations and fitting sessions.
Dr. Demento's Top Hat, Certificate of Authenticity, and Autographed Picture
Game - Star Trek: Next Generation How to Host a Mystery
Game - Vampire Hunter
Gardening Kits (2)
Jar - Small red glass jar with a stopper; Celtic knotwork dragon etched into the side
Lunchbox - Jimmy Neutron
Ornaments, Hallmark Keepsake - Luke Skywalker & Obi-Wan Kenobi
Poster - Cat in the Hat
Puzzle (1500 pieces) - The Empire Strikes Back
Puzzle (530 pieces) - Spherical, Moon Globe
Regent Square Silver Plated Treasure Chests (2)
Regent Square Silver Plated Heart Boxes with Bows (2)
Scream Factory Piano - Monsters, Inc.
Sony FM Stereo/FM-AM Receiver & Speakers
Stained glass panel with a stand - "Inside Kameido Tenijin Shrine," inspired by the Japanese woodblock print from the series, "100 Views of Edo".The image depicts the wisteria blossoms and arched bridge of the famous Kameido Tenjin Shrine on the eastern fringe of Edo (present day Tokyo). About 7" X 10".
Sugar Set - Clear Glass
Sultan's Lantern by Two's Company
Tea Light - Party Light Sea Castle
Teddy Bears - Purple & Maroon (2)
Toile Fabric Jewelry Boxes (2)
T-shirt XL White - Agent Cody Banks
T-shirt XL Black - House of 1000 Corpses
T-shirt XL Olive Green - Wonderland
VHS Cassette - Gone in 60 Seconds
VHS Cassette - Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
VHS Cassette - Slaughterhouse-Five
VHS Cassette - 007 Tomorrow Never Dies
VHS Cassette - The Unofficial Star Trek Comedy Video Tape
Vikings Cap, Jersey (L) & 2001 Official Team Yearbook
Widescreen Laser Disc - Die Hard with a Vengeance

We are hoping for a fast-paced auction with the best participation possible for all who attend the convention. Many items have been donated, including Dr. Demento's top hat, certificate of authenticity, and autographed picture. We could certainly use a few more things to auction off. Contact us if there is something you would like to give. If you are planning to make a last minute donation at the convention, please bring your donated items to the Operations Desk as early as possible so that your items may be added to the master list and delivered to the charity auction coordinator well in advance of the auction itself. Thank you for your generous contributions.