Town Hall Theater brings back its thrilling fun-raiser Lights! Camera! Auction! on Saturday, June 15. The ticketed event features more than 100 creative and experiential auction items, with something for everyone and every pocketbook. All proceeds from this party and its prizes will support THT's mission-driven programming, education offerings, and community events – both in the historic theater and new wing. Ticket includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, desserts, a glass of sparkling wine, live flamenco guitar, piano, vocals, and entertaining surprises.

The bidding begins with a silent auction to remember in THT's Jackson Gallery and Byers Studio starting at 6pm. Enjoy vacations and staycations in Lake Dunmore, Stowe, Basin Harbor, Isle La Motte, and more. Nab amazing private party destinations poolside in Weybridge, at Notte in downtown Middlebury, or in THT's future Anderson Studio overlooking the Otter Creek.

Pick up unique arts and crafts, including works from Caleb Kenna, Rebecca Kinkead, Christine Kossow, Jim Blair, Michael Mode, Max Kraus, Tom Munschauer, and Chuck Herrmann. Savor food and drink such as a private wine-pairing dinner at the Swift House Inn, enjoy a private cocktail-making and tasting class with American Flatbread's mixologist, or Paint & Sip at Middlebury Studio School.

Learn mahjong with Bronwen Kent, pickle ball with Woody Jackson, tour the Statehouse with former Governor Douglas, or take a private tour of the Middlebury College Art Museum with curator Katy Smith Abbott. Bid on a handyman, interior design, gardening, a flower CSA, among many wonderful goods and services. For families, bid on vintage Barbie collections, a pontoon boat tour, a MALT camp, a private screening at the Marquis movie theater, and more. Plus, so many other experiences, destinations, and unique treats to keep or gift!

Starting at 7:30pm, the party moves to the theater. Grab your paddle and get ready for fun competition over eight featured items with the ever-entertaining Auctioneer Bruce Baker. Items include a stunning seaside house north of Mendocino, California; a private lunch and tour of WhistlePig Whiskey's Shoreham farm; a sailboat outing on Lake Champlain; a penthouse apartment for two couples in Washington, DC's Cleveland Park; a sumptuous five-course Italian dinner for eight; a Hurricane Osprey 109 kayak; a Mary Lynn O'Shea custom dressy jacket; and a week at a Pasadena, California townhouse.

Tickets are $25 and may be purchased at THT's box office Monday-Friday from 12-5pm, by calling 802-382-9222, or online at townhalltheater.org Thanks to event underwriter Bread Loaf View Farm!

Event Info

Nov 23, 2024, 10 AM to 2 PM

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