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S I L E N T AU C T I O N 2 017 Bid on Campus, Sundays: Apr 23, 30 & May 7

Bid online Apr 21 through May 7, closing at 9pmEvents happen anytime between May - Dec 2017.

HOW IT WORKSYour event is a donation to Center for Spiritual Living. CSL auctions spots at your event to our community. So, say your event is a ‘Pasta under Moonlight.’ You can host 8 people in July on your beautiful deck. During our Silent Auction, we auction off 8 individual spots to your event with the auction proceeds going to support CSL. Then, the 8 auction winners come to your location for ‘Pasta under Moonlight’ and you serve your amazing pasta and all have a fabulous time!

WINNING BIDSUpon winning, your bids will be processed on your credit card a few days following the close of the auction in May. You will receive an email with the event information and receipt. The event host will then contact you with the final details for attending. Happy bidding and enjoy your wins!

Silent Auction 2020

supporting Center for Spiritual Living

AUCTION BOOKLET 2020

SILENT AUCTION DATES Bid online April 24, 9pm–May 7, 12:30pm

Events happen between June–Dec 31, 2020

In the case that an event is cancelled or due to social/physical distancing measures, you will receive a full refund.

Learn more and Bid Online at

SpiritualLiving.org/gourmets-for-god

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GOURMETS FOR GOD

This fun and unique fundraiser, for Center for Spiritual Living Seattle, brings together members of our spiritual community, along with friends and family, to meet, eat and create wonderful memories, all the while raising funds to support our spiritual home.

Community members will be hosting 48 events this year, offering every imaginable form of culinary entertainment with love, passion and creativity. There are casual picnics, elegant meals and fun outings—all great ways to meet fellow congregants and make new friends!

Now’s your opportunity to bid on the chance to attend one or more of these fabulous events! Anyone can bid! Events take place between May and December.

We appreciate all of our marvelous, generous hosts and chefs, and all of our generous bidders.

We appreciate our dedicated and devoted Gourmets for God Volunteer Leadership (Brian Eckfeldt, Marilyn Gregory, and Joey Nessif) and Recruitment (Diann Durbin, and Marilyn Gregory) Teams. In addition, we are grateful for the assistance of various support volunteers and our Staff Lead Rev. Patric A. Creelman.

Thanks for supporting our Center for Spiritual Living and Community!

HOW DOES IT WORK?If you have participated in other silent auctions before, you most likely have bid to buy the whole event. In Gourmets for God, you’re bidding for one seat or “spot” at an event.

• Register to bid ONLINE. You won’t be able to place a valid bid without registering. Your bid is financially binding and your credit card will be charged for all events you do win. See p. 7 for details.

• There are events for every budget. Some events have Buy-It-Now pricing or Family pricing. See p. 4 for details.

• To bid: If an event allows for ten guests, spots will be listed ONLINE. ONLINE, bidders choose one of the ten spots listed to bid on, each spot having a separate

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bid “race.” Bid for more than one seat if you want to bring a friend or partner. See p. 4 for details.

• The week after the auction closes, bidder’s credit cards will be charged, and hosts will be notified of the final guest list. See p. 6 for details.

That’s it. Have fun! Eat well! Bid early and bid often!

Visit us at SpiritualLiving.org/gourmets-for-god. Here you will find links to the silent auction site and our online program guide, as well as a PDF of this booklet.

REGISTRATIONONLINEGo to SpiritualLiving.org/gourmets-for-god and click on the Silent Auction Pro link to view items by grid or list. Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email from the Silent Auction Pro team.

SPECIAL PRICING OPTIONSBuy-It-Now pricingNo bidding necessary—your credit card will be charged the Buy-It-Now price. Hurry—these events go fast!

Family pricingA certain number of children may attend, included in the price of one adult.

BIDDINGEach event has spots available ONLINE. ONLINE, each spot is bid upon as its own item and has a separate bid history.

ONLINE bidding works like this:ONLINE bidding starts at 9:00am on the first day of online bidding and closes at 9:00pm on the final day of online bidding. The software will keep track of the winning bids.

Within the ONLINE auction, the highest bid at 9:00pm on the final day is the winning bidder for that spot.

Planning/bidding strategiesMake sure you have your calendar nearby when you’re bidding.

Keep an eye on your bids—You’re bidding for a fabulous bike ride and picnic, however, you keep getting outbid –Move to another event that had caught your eye. Seeing this early can give you the chance to get in a winning bid on another great event! ☺

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Winning Bidder and Lead Host notificationAll credit cards will be processed the week after the auction closes. Winning Bidders will receive an emailed receipt from [email protected] with results and event details. (If you use yahoo.com as your email provider, please include [email protected] in your contacts so that your receipt is received.)

The Lead Host will also be notified by email with contact info for the Winning Bidders of their event.

It is highly suggested that the Lead Host notify Winning Bidders about particular details and location information a month prior to their event.

Auction etiquettePlease honor the generous hosts who have planned and organized for months to offer you a fabulous experience! Imagine slicing and dicing for days, and setting a striking table for eight, and then two individuals just don’t show up. It’s heartbreaking! If you cannot attend an event, please do everything possible to fill your seat by gifting or selling the spot to a friend or family member—they will thank you for it!

All auction events assume no smoking, no alcohol served, no pets, and not handicap accessible (ADA), unless otherwise indicated in the item information.

VERY IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER:1. Your bid is a contract. Register and submit a valid credit card to bid. Volunteers are happy to explain the financial guidelines for participating in the auction. Registering as a bidder does not obligate you to make a purchase. Your credit card will only be charged if you are a winning bidder.

2. Check your calendars before bidding. If you win an event spot but then find you are unable to attend, honor the hosts by gifting or reselling your spot to a friend or family member.

3. If you are a couple or family, please use a separate line for each person. We cannot add extra seats to an event if a couple’s or family’s bids are split, so bid accordingly (i.e., early and high) to win the spots you want. The only

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exception is the family pricing events—a bid is for the adult, who may bring as many children as indicated for that particular event.

4. Possible cancellation. If, at the end of the auction, an event has less than 50% of its spots won, the host has the opportunity to cancel the event. The bid amounts will not be charged.

5. PAYMENTS: All sales are final. Refunds will only be given in the case of event cancellation or physical distancing measures. All payments are processed the week after the auction closes. No deferred payments.

6. All proceeds from the Gourmets for God auction benefit Center for Spiritual Living Seattle.

HAVE FUN BIDDING!

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CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING’S 2020 GOURMETS FOR GOD SILENT AUCTION EVENTS

JUNE 2020

SIP, NIBBLE AND PAINT!SATURDAY, JUN 6, 3-6PM Release your inner Picasso and get creative with us in a guided acrylic painting session, accompanied by delicious appetizers, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. Take home your canvas masterpiece that evening! No experience necessary - fun, supportive environment for playing together.

LOCATION: 1900 Jones Ave NE, Renton 98056 HOST/CHEF: Laurel Tomchick (206-313-0363)

GUESTS: 8, MINIMUM BID per Guest: $25

No smoking. Special diets supported. Host has pet. Alcohol served.

MASSAGE FOR THE SOULTHURSDAY JUN 11, 11:30-3PM One guest enjoys a massage starting at 11:30am and the second guest enjoys their massage starting at 2pm. Both guests enjoy Lunch with Dennis starting at 1pm at Uma Thai restaurant.

LOCATION: 7800 Bothell Way NE, Ste 155C, Kenmore 98028 HOST: Dennis LaMaster (206-322-2620) CHEF: Uma Thai


ADA-approved space.

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GAME NIGHT AT CSL!FRIDAY, JUN 12, 6-9PM Come join our community for game night! Come play dominos, bananagrams, or bring your favorite games to share with others. Beginners are welcome! We will serve a yummy Salad Bar which accommodates most dietary needs. There will also be a trivia game with prizes.

LOCATION: Center for Spiritual Living, 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOSTS/CHEFS: Karen Schiller ([email protected]), Sarah Loron & Tiffany Brown-Lutack

GUESTS: 50, BUY IT NOW per Guest: $25

No smoking. ADA-approved space. Special Diets supported. Alcohol served. Age 8+ event.

EXPLORE AND EXPRESS YOUR CREATIVE ARTSSATURDAY, JUN 13, 12:30PM-4:30PM Come explore and express creative arts from performing, literary, & visual. Try on what you like or just watch. We will have a Spaghetti meal (both veg/gluten free & meat). Hope to see you there.

LOCATION: Center for Spiritual Living- 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOST: Rev. Harold Costa (206-527-8801) CHEF: Michael Wendt


Smoking outside. ADA-approved space. Special diets supported.

LOOK FAB FOR PENNIES - THRIFTING WITH GARNETTSATURDAY, JUN 20, 9AM-12PM Spruce up your wardrobe, home, and yard for pennies on the pound!! Come with an open mind. It’s an Easter egg hunt for goodies (think of family/friends/birthdays/projects) - everyone is welcome. No squeamish germaphobes - you’ll be unhappy. Meet for coffee and morning treats at Garnett’s, then carpool to 6th Ave S & Holgate to the Goodwill “bins”.

LOCATION: 4203 Woodlawn Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOST/CHEF: Garnett Hundley (206-465-3970)COHOST: Jeanette Coate & Micki Suzuki


Smoking outside.

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A DAY WITH THE HORSES: COMMUNICATION AND CONNECTIONSATURDAY, JUN 20, 11AM-3PM Energy awareness, intuition and connection will be the foundation for this heart-centered animal communication experience with the horses of Serenity Equine Rescue. Casual farm environment with a delicious vegetarian lunch provided. Come and see what message the animals have for you.

LOCATION: 28818 SE 216th Way, Maple Valley 98038 HOSTS/CHEFS: Kristen House (206-786-4554) & Karen Cleveland GUESTS: 10, MINIMUM BID per Guest: $25

Special diets supported. Age 16+ event.

BLACKJACK AND BBQFRIDAY, JUN 26, 6-9:30PM We may not be Vegas but we’re doing it up right! So put on your bling - it’s the Schairer/Peters Casino Night! Blackjack is our game of choice. We’re hosting this party - it’s time to rejoice! Enjoy BBQ, salads, and hors d’oeuvres, blackjack, laughter & more!

LOCATION: 4810 241st St SW, Mountlake Terrace 98043 HOSTS: Rev. Abigail (206-636-5433) & Geena (831-840-8055) Schairer CHEF: Deb Peters


No smoking. Host has pet. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

JULY 2020

VASHON SALMON FEAST 2020 SATURDAY, JUL 11, 1PM-5PM Come enjoy a wonderful Salmon meal on Vashon at my loving home.

LOCATION: 19505 115th Ave SW, Vashon 98070 HOST/CHEF: Johnathan Stevens (206-579-5301)


No smoking. Host has pets. Alcohol served.

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THANKSGIVING IN JULYSATURDAY, JUL 11, 2PM-6PM Share a summer Thanksgiving dinner with dear friends! Each guest brings their favorite side dish from their past to share. Jan and Arnie provide the turkey and beverages.

LOCATION: 21425 Damson Rd, Bothell 98021 HOSTS/CHEFS: Jan Viney & Arnie Marcus (425-248-8006)


Host has pets. Alcohol served.

LEAF CASTING AND GARDEN PARTYSATURDAY, JUL 11, 10AM-1PM Create a work of art with a real leaf cast in cement & beautifully painted that will last for years. On Saturday 7/11, we cast our leaves. A second meeting date will be determined by the winning bidders to later paint the leaves. Lunch in the garden post-casting and finger foods while we paint. Kids 10+ are welcome.

LOCATION: 169 Suncet CT NW, Issaquah 98027 HOST: Susan Rebello (425-273-1173) CHEF: Ray Rebello


No smoking. Special diets supported. Host has pet. Alcohol served.

HOUSE CONCERT WITH JALSUNDAY, JUL 12, 5-8PMCSL’s pianist Jal Feldman will be performing some of his favorite crowd-pleasing piano music from the genres of classical music, movie music, Ragtime and Jewish music. There may be special guest singers whom you don’t normally see at Sunday services contributing to the performances. Splendidly tasty and healthy dinner by Master Chef Brian Eckfeldt.

LOCATION: 11527 35th Ave NE, Seattle 98125 HOSTS: Jennifer Bundy (206-362-4592) & Marilyn Gregory (206-941-1179) CHEF: Brian Eckfeldt


No smoking. ADA-approved space. Host has pets. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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PAPER CRAFTING AND STAMPING FUN!SUNDAY, JUL 12, 1:30-4:30PM For those that are creative, or just want to give creativity a try, this is for you! Easy, Paper Crafting Fun! We will be making cards, Post it note holders, and Wine Glass lamp shades, while having snacks, delicious appetizers and desserts! Children aged 10 and below, need an adult helper with them.

LOCATION: Lynnwood 98087 (Host will provide exact address to winning bidders) HOST: Tammy Johnson (206-354-2621) CHEF: TBD


Smoking outside. Special diets supported to some extent.

EAT. PLAY. LOVE.SATURDAY, JUL 18, 9AM-1PMIn honor of Girls on the Run: Celebrate your inner “Star Power” & “Unlimited Potential” with a fun-filled morning including a healthy and delicious brunch (Eat), a playful activity that encourages connection and movement (Play), and a service project to empower 3rd-5th grade girls in the community (Love).

LOCATION: CSL -- 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOSTS: Monica DeCluette (206-527-8801) & Rev Jeri Hudson CHEF: Karen Binkhorst


No smoking. ADA-approved space.

DINING AL FRESCO AT BISTRO BUNDY-GREGORYSUNDAY, JUL 19, 6-9PMWhat can be more lovely than a convivial dinner al fresco on a balmy summer night? Come enjoy dining on our patio, in our lovely creekside yard! We’ll prepare a delicious dinner -- menu TBD but likely involving something from the grill -- accompanied by Northwest wines.

LOCATION: 11527 35th Ave NE, Seattle 98125 HOSTS: Jennifer Bundy & Marilyn Gregory (206-853-7924 text) CHEF: Jennifer Bundy


No smoking. Host has pets.

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BEV’S BACKYARD BAND BASHSATURDAY, JUL 25, 2-6PM Join Bev and CSL House band (and other special guests) for this casual jam session with some of your favorites NW musicians. Enjoy her fabulous backyard & delicious food.

LOCATION: Mountlake Terrace 98043 (Host will send exact address to winning bidders) HOST: Bev Daugherty (206-527-8801) CHEF: Deb Peters


Smoking outside. Host has pets. Alcohol served.

MARVEL-OUS BBQSUNDAY, JUL 26, 3-6PM Are you a fan of Marvel Comics? Of the Marvel cinematic universe? This is the event for you! Enjoy BBQ while talking about our favorite Superheros. To show inclusion, DC fans are welcome too! (We’ll even accept Star Trek and Star Wars fans).

LOCATION: 2721 S Elmwood Pl, Seattle 98144 HOSTS/CHEFS: Heidi Dillehunt (206-931-1566), Richard Barker & Gabe DeGuzman


Smoking outside. Host has pets. Alcohol served.

AUGUST 2020

COCKTAILS BY THE CREEKSATURDAY, AUG 1, 4-6PMEnjoy classic cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres on our deck overlooking Thornton Creek.

LOCATION: 11527 35th Ave NE, Seattle 98125 HOSTS: Jennifer Bundy & Marilyn Gregory (206-853-7924 text) CHEF: Sherry Dawley


No smoking. Host has pets.

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REV JERI’S BACKYARD DRIVE-IN FEATURING “MARS ATTACKS!!”SATURDAY, AUG 1, 7PM-12AM Join us for a backyard Drive-In movie experience. We’ll throw some burgers on the grill, have some fun and convivialities before we head to our back yard for the movie. Our concession stand includes Adult Slushies! BRING A FOLDING CHAIR OR BLANKET

LOCATION: 6711 18th Ave SW, Seattle 98106 HOSTS/CHEFS: Rev Jeri Beri Hudson (206-251-2522), Karen Binkhorst & Jen Mandel


No smoking. Special diets supported (gluten free buns and veggie burgers). Host has pets. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

GARLIC DILL PICKLES, OH MY!SATURDAY, AUG 8, 1-4PM If you’ve longed to create homemade gifts for the holidays, are in need of a hostess gift, or just want to add some ‘yang’ to the ‘yin’ in your life, think about making garlic dill pickles! Within a few hours you will prepare, process and can several jars of cucumbers. Within one week they will have turned into lip-smacking, ready to eat tasty garlic dill pickles which you can be proud to serve and share at the next BBQ or summer gathering! They are the perfect complement to any potluck event! Space is limited for this interactive event, so sign up NOW.

LOCATION: 11527 35th Ave NE, Seattle 98125 HOST: Marilyn Gregory (206-941-1179) CHEF: Valerie Tims


No smoking. Host has pet.

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CAMP WENDT FOR KIDS 2020SATURDAY, AUG 8, 1-7PM Up to 2 kids can bring 1 Adult. Activities include: kayaking, swimming, boat ride, trampolining, tight rope, etc. Spaghetti, Salad, and homemade Apple Pie with Ice Cream.

LOCATION: 6423 S Island Dr, Bonney Lake 98391 HOST: Michael Wendt (253-720-9165)

SPOTS: 8 families (Family-pricing! Each spot allows for 1 adult and 1 to 2 children), MINIMUM BID per Spot: $30 NOTES: Adult must be accompanied by child.

No smoking.

GARDEN PARTY AT THE RICE’SSUNDAY, AUG 9, 1:30-5:30PM Let’s celebrate summer and getting to know each other!! World class wines from Jim’s wine cellar with fresh bruschetta. Lamb roast and salmon on the grill. Nancy’s Caesar salad and rice pilaf. Ending with a surprise decadent dessert.

LOCATION: West Seattle (Host will send exact address to winning bidders) HOSTS: Nancy (206-790-1610) & Jim Rice



SUNSET ELECTRIC BOAT CRUISE 2020THURSDAY, AUG 13, 6:30-9PM Please join us for a lovely cruise on Lake Union at sunset! Hors d’oeuvres, wine and groovy tunes to accompany our time together.

LOCATION: 2046 Westlake Ave N, Suite 102, Seattle 98109 HOSTS: Diann Durbin (206-526-8744) & Cathy Lindsay GUESTS: 6, MINIMUM BID per

GUESTS: $60 NOTES: Must be able-bodied to climb on & off the boat unassisted. We will sail on time, rain or shine.

No smoking. Special diets supported (vegetarian). Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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HOUSE CONCERT WITH JAZZ AND HORS D’OEUVRESFRIDAY, AUG 14, 7-9PM Join us at a lovely Leschi home for live jazz by the Jump Ensemble, wine, cheese & assorted light hors d’oeuvres. Beautiful views from the deck will surely delight!

LOCATION: Leschi - Lake Washington (Host will send exact address to winning bidders) HOSTS: Jeanne Winner (206-715-1794) & Trip Slaughter



SOUTH SOUND RED SOLO CUP & GAMESSATURDAY, AUG 15, 3-7PM Join us down in the South Sound for some games, beer, wine & wings! We’ll have an assortment of beer & wine but if you have a favorite, bring it!

LOCATION: 3143 N. Bennett St., Tacoma 98407 HOSTS/CHEFS: Shannon Rae (425-503-0113) & Amy Wesner


Smoking outside. Host has pet out of sight. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER FEATURING MEXICAN FOODFRIDAY, AUG 28, 6:30-9:30PM This will be an evening to die for! Join us at our swanky dinner party where you can be one of the usual suspects: the maid, the cook, the doctor, the general, the professor, and some other unusal guests. Experience a thrilling murder mystery and partake in some delicious Mexican food while you figure out whodunit!

LOCATION: 4810 241st St SW, Mountlake Terrace 98043 HOSTS: Rev. Abigail (206-636-5433) & Geena (831-840-8055) Schairer CHEF: Kimmi Hansen


No smoking. Special diets supported. Host has pets. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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CRUISE TO PORT MADISONSATURDAY, AUG 29, 11AM-5PM Experience a cruise to Port Madison on Capt. Mike Thorsen’s TEN KEI and Rebello’s BEST OF TIMES, where we raft up to enjoy lunch. One boat leaves from Seattle, the other from Edmonds. The dinghy rides are always a big hit.

LOCATION: Port of Edmonds ‘P’ dock, Edmonds 98020 OR Shilshole Bay Marina, 7001 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle 98117 HOSTS/CHEFS: Mike (425-248-9859) & Darlene Thorsen and Ray & Susan (425-273-1173) Rebello


No smoking. Special diets supported. Alcohol served.

AN EVENING OF INDIAN ENCHANTMENT AND DELIGHTSATURDAY, AUG 29, 5:30-7:30PM Be a part of this special CSL gathering in an intimate summer setting while we enjoy the exotic warmth and spices of India. The cuisine of India is so varied and filled with tasty, healthy flavors; our menu will include vegetarian and flexitarian options. A variety of curries, stews, masalas, beans, and veggies all prepared with tender loving care, as though your Indian Mom made them. Wine and beer will be served. Come be touched by the magic of Indian deliciousness.

LOCATION: 1338 N 176th Street, Shoreline, 98133 HOSTS: Rev. Michael Ingersoll (206-696-8058) & Rod Hammer CHEF: Deb Peters


No smoking.

KAYAK AND PICNIC GREEN LAKESUNDAY, AUG 30, 1-5PM Kayak Green Lake. Kayaks and life jackets will be provided. Potluck picnic after kayaking. Snacks provided before we head out.

LOCATION: Green Lake, Seattle 98103 HOST: Michael Wendt (253-720-9165)


No smoking.

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SACRED FIRE BUILDING AND PICNIC AT KATHIANNE’S RANCHETTSUNDAY, AUG 30, 1-4PM Sandy will teach the ancient art of Fire Builing and tending, followed by a Picnic prepared by Leslie Haines. Beer and wine will be available. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for extra seating.

LOCATION: Kathianne’s Ranchett - Snohomish 98290 (Host will send exact address to winning bidders) HOST: Kathianne Lewis (206-527-8801) & Sandy Tomlin CHEF: Leslie Haines


No smoking. Host has pet. Alcohol served.

SEPTEMBER 2020

SUSHI AT SUNSET AT THE SHIMIZUS 2020SATURDAY, SEP 12, 6:30-9:30PM Enjoy a sunset meal with delicious Japanese food. You will hand roll your favorite ingredients for a special sushi creation.

LOCATION: 4702 NE 25th St, Renton 98059 HOSTS/CHEFS: Stan (206-399-7804) & Irene Shimizu


No smoking. ADA-approved space. Host has pet. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

WINE TASTING AND SALMON BBQSUNDAY, SEP 13, 4-8PMCome enjoy a simple approach to discovering wine with some easy wine-tasting – with a view! Followed by a scrumptious Salmon BBQ prepared by Chef Brian Eckfeldt. And oh yes – save a little room for dessert – there will be chocolate cheesecake.

LOCATION: Kenmore 98028. (Host will send exact address to winning bidders.) HOSTS: Anita Fahnlander (206-853-8907) & Danny Gadd CHEF: Brian Eckfeldt


No smoking. Special diets supported. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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SOUTHERN BBQ AND BOOZY BEVERAGESSATURDAY, SEP 19, 5-8PM Come enjoy great BBQ pulled-pork, chicken, and southern side dishes while sipping a selection of delicious cocktails.

LOCATION: 843 14th St SW, Edmonds 98020 HOSTS: Cheri (206-407-5941) & Tony Grasso and Kara (206-235-3484) & Jeff May CHEFS: Tony Grasso & Kara May


No smoking. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

IMPROV NIGHT @ CSL WITH PETER HANNAHFRIDAY, SEP 25, 7-10PM Come for some unscripted, unexpected fun with Comedy Court Improv. A group of highly experienced comedy performers will play short, fast-paced improv games, using YOUR suggestions to create something fun right in front of you. And, there may be a chance for you to join the fun! Family friendly (not designed for kids, but we play clean). Delicious appetizers, snacks, desserts and beverages will be served.

LOCATION: Center for Spiritual Living- 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOST: Peter Hannah (206-799-6566) CHEF: Rev Patric Creelman

GUESTS: 30, MINIMUM BID per guest: $25

No smoking. ADA-approved space. Special diets supported. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

WINE, COCKTAILS, AND TAPAS PARTY!SATURDAY, SEP 26, 3-8PM Come join us for an afternoon full of wine, cocktails, and a variety of heavy appetizers! We will have options of vegetarian and vegan food too. Bring your favorite spiritual song, poem, or story to share with the group and spend some quality time connecting with your CSL friends!

LOCATION: Bellevue 98004 (Host will send exact address to winning bidders) HOSTS/CHEFS: Mandy (206-618-4121) Tsui & Michael Villani

GUESTS: 20, MINIMUM BID per guest: $25

Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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MEXICAN FIESTA!SATURDAY, SEP 26, 3-7PMPut on your most festive bright colors for a celebration featuring a variety of street tacos, chips & homemade guacamole, Margueritas, and music on our fabulous outdoor deck.

LOCATION: 1900 Jones Ave NE, Renton 98056 HOSTS/CHEFS: Laurel Tomchick (206-313-0363) & Michelle Concannon

GUESTS: 10 MINIMUM BID per Guest: $25

No smoking. Special diets supported. Host has pet. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

DINE LIKE AN EGYPTIANSATURDAY, SEP 26, 5:30-9PM Tantalize your taste buds with Egyptian delicacies while enjoying a relaxing evening of community and spiritual practice.

LOCATION: 6211 NE 138th Pl, Kirkland 98034 HOSTS/CHEFS: Bridgette (206-388-7711) Christiansen & James Kress


No smoking. Alcohol served.

OCTOBER 2020

LET’S GIVE ‘EM SOMETHIN’ TO TACO ‘BOUT!FRIDAY, OCT 2, 6-9PM Dinner & A Movie Night! Come enjoy an inspirational movie (with snacks) worth talking about over a delicious taco dinner.

LOCATION: Center for Spiritual Living- 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOSTS: Monica DeCluette (425-533-5918) & Rev Patric Creelman CHEF: TBD



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MEETING IN THE MIDDLE - HEART CONNECTION AND MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE 2020SATURDAY, OCT 3, 5-8PM Edan will share delectable cuisine of the Middle East including Kebabs, Saffron Rice, Chicken-pomegranate Stew, Salads, Flat bread & dips, and Baklava, with an opportunity for authentic heart connection during our evening together.

LOCATION: 843 14th St SW, Edmonds 98020 HOSTS: Edan Zebooloon and Cheri (206-407-5941) & Tony Grasso CHEF: Edan Zebooloon


No smoking. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

NIGHT CORN MAZE AND BONFIRESATURDAY, OCT 3, 6:30-10PMGather at Karen and Patterson’s home for snacks before heading down the hill to Bob’s Corn Maze where we’ll try to find our way in the dark through the corn maze with flashlights! What team will make it to the bonfire first? At the private bonfire, we’ll roast marshmallows before parting ways. Bring a flashlight!

LOCATION: 16927 Broadway Ave, Snohomish 98296 HOSTS: Karen Cleveland (206-715-4865) & Patterson Nomvyo


No smoking. Special diets supported.

EVENING IN PARISSATURDAY, OCT 10, 6-10PMEnjoy an evening of French food, friends & wine! Beef Bourguignon & lots of delicious nibbles.

LOCATION: 7323 Sand Point Way NE #206, Seattle 98115 HOST/CHEF: Jeannette ([email protected]) Lasseter


No smoking. ADA-approved space. Host has pets. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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HYMN SING AND CHURCH SUPPERSATURDAY, OCT 10, 5:30-8:30PMCome lift your voice in song as we dust off the hymnals and make a joyful noise. Supper in Fellowship Hall with all our favorite casseroles. All voices are welcome.

LOCATION: Center for Spiritual Living - 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOSTS: Sarah Loron ([email protected]) & Jennifer Bundy CHEF: Karen Schiller


No smoking.

AFTER WORK AT BLACK BOTTLE WITH REV. ABIGAIL 2020FRIDAY, OCT 16, 4:30-7:30PM 11th Annual Black Bottle evening, this year with Rev. Abigail! Varieties of delicious dishes are ordered from the menu until all are well satiated. A selection of wine, beer & non-alcoholic beverages are also hosted.

LOCATION: 2600 1st Ave (1st & Vine in Belltown) Seattle 98121 HOSTS: Diann Durbin (206-526-8744) & Cathy Lindsay and Rev. Abigail Schairer


Smoking outside. ADA-approved space. Special diets supported. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

BACK TO THE SIXTIES!SATURDAY, OCT 17, 5:30-9PM Revisit the Golden Age of rock ‘n roll - go back to the 60’s! We’ll enjoy a nutritionally-incorrect, casserole-based meal, then gather ‘round the piano to sing those great hits of the 60’s!

LOCATION: 11527 35th Ave NE, Seattle 98125 HOSTS/CHEFS: Jennifer Bundy & Marilyn Gregory (206-853-7924 text)


No smoking. Host has pets. Alcohol served.

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SOUP AND CHOCOLATE!FRIDAY, OCT 23, 4-8PM Bring your appetite, a joke, a story, a game or just bring yourself. Revs. Debora & Patric are your hosts for food & fun times...and there will be homemade chocolate and soup.

LOCATION: Phinney Ridge home (Host will send exact address to winning bidders) HOSTS/CHEFS: Revs Debora Gay & Patric Creelman (206-527-8801)


Smoking outside. Host has pet. Alcohol served.

DINNER OF THE DAMNEDTHURSDAY, OCT 29, 7-10PM You are hereby summoned to dine with ghouls and goblins at the bewitching home of Teece and Myn, in haunted Lake Forest Park. A carnivore’s delight, we shall dine on roast beast followed by a most terrifying dessert filled with utterly frightening ingredients such as sugar, gluten and dairy. Prizes shall be awarded to those who come costumed, cloaked or concealed. Bring an offering for the evening’s shared altar; an item which you will willingly gift to another in an altar-item exchange (neither virgins nor firstborns will be accepted as offerings!). Who knows what we will conjure on this sacred night? Mwaaa ha ha ha!

LOCATION: 18918 33rd Ave NE, Lake Forest Park 98155 HOSTS/CHEFS: TC Cooke (206-276-2606) & Myn McCarter


Smoking outside. Special diets supported. Host has pets. Alcohol served. Age 21+ event.

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NOVEMBER 2020

KARAOKE BINGOFRIDAY, NOV 13, 7-10PM Play a rollicking game of Bingo for prizes, wow the crowd with your Karaoke skills, and share delicious snacks and drinks with your friends!

LOCATION: Center for Spiritual Living - 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOSTS: Jules Cecilio ([email protected]) & Michael Oliver



SOUND OF MUSIC INTERACTIVE SING-A-LONGSATURDAY, NOV 21, 6-10PM CSL will be alive with The Sound of Music as the CSL Celebration Choir hosts this special sing-along screening and dinner. The original Julie Andrews film shows on the big screen -- complete with subtitles - so you can belt out your favorite tunes right along with the Von Trapp family and the Celebration Choir.

LOCATION: Center for Spiritual Living - 6318 Linden Ave N, Seattle 98103 HOSTS: Bev Daugherty (206-527-8801) & the CSL Celebration Choir


No smoking.

SWANS AT DAWN 2020SATURDAY, NOV 21, 7-10AM Come join us for an early morning experience of witnessing sometimes 100’s of Trumpeter Swans start their day. In the glow of dawn, we will begin our morning with an opening meditation before moving into sacred silence to greet these beautiful beings who have traveled over 3000 miles to spend their winter in the NW.

LOCATION: Bob Heirman Wildlife Preserve Park, 14913 Connelly Rd, Snohomish 98296 HOSTS: Jan (425-248-0980) Viney & Arnie Marcus CHEF: Optional no-host breakfast at restaurant after event

GUESTS: 10, MINIMUM BID per Guest: $40 NOTE: Quarter mile walk up and down hill is required.

No smoking.

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RAFFLE

GIFT BASKET RAFFLE #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7Enter to win these lovely gift basket, loaded with lots of goodies! RAFFLE entry $10 per ticket.

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THE KITCHEN SINK OF BIDDING TIPS1. Have your calendar handy—make sure your dates are open before bidding.

2. Don’t cross your bid off an IN-PERSON bid sheet—it could invalidate your bid, or win you more spots than you wanted. Remember, all bids are legally binding.

3. There are great deals ONLINE—check them out!

4. It’s fun to watch all the action during the last hour or so of the ONLINE auction—consider being ONLINE during that time so you’re not outbid for your favorite event at the last minute!

5. Have guests coming for the summer? Bid on extra spots so you can bring them to a fabulous Gourmets for God event.

6. Family pricing events aren’t just for parents and their children—consider your grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbors’ kids…

97 Some individuals like to spread their anticipated events throughout the year. Others like to bunch them up—two or three events on one weekend— so their other weekends remain free for travel, etc.

For more great bidding tips and strategies, ask a Gourmets for God volunteer!

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