1. As you arrive at the party, you'll be asked to sign the "Ship's Log."
2. Each line of the Ship's Log will be numbered; the number for the line you sign will be used to identify you for the silent auction.
3. You'll be given a card with your number on one side & a summary of the rules and payment information on the other. It's very important that you hang onto this card if you plan to bid!
4. During the party, make your way over to the auction area. When you find items you wish to bid on, write your number (not your name!) on the sheet next to the item, along with the dollar amount you'd like to bid - whole dollars only for bids, please.
5. Some or all of the items may have a minimum bid, so look carefully at the bid sheet before making a bid. Also, please make sure you're bidding at least more than the previous high bid.
6. Bidding for the silent auction will be open from 4pm until around 6:45pm. Make sure to check the bid sheet often during the party for the items you'd like to win - don't let some scurvy knave outbid you!
7. Around 7pm, we'll start announcing the winning bidder for each auction item! We'll call out the name & number for the highest bidder, so make sure you're paying attention!
8. You must be present to win your item! If you're not present, the next highest bidder will plunder your treasure... er, win the item.
9. You must pay in full before leaving with any items! If you cannot pay in full, the next highest bidder will swipe your booty... er, win the item.
10. Gold coins... er, cash and/or personal checks will be accepted by the end of the evening as payment for purchases, savvy?
11. Helpers will be on hand during the entire party to assist you with any questions you might have.
12. All proceeds raised from the silent auction will go towards the Star C. Foster Writer's Prize. This is an academic prize that will be awarded to a member of the graduating class of Star's alma mater (Central High School) who has demonstrated a talent and passion for creative writing and who has contributed to the literary community at the school.
13. Lots may be combined or separated at auction. All items shown here will be featured, but may be broken into separate lots or combined into single lots. Thank you for your understanding in this matter!
There will also be a raffle going on during the party and at the conclusion of the auction. If you wish to participate, pay just per ticket for your chance to win. Like the auction,