Sherman Alexie Collectibles Silent Auction!

Start: 02/01/2011 9:00 pm

End: 02/21/2011 6:00 pm

Sherman Alexie - coopyright Rob Casey

(photo used with permission; copyright Rob Casey)

At Spellbinder Books, we’re very excited that Sherman Alexie is visiting our community! In the course of researching his published work, we came across many items that are out of print; or in some cases, that were never offered for sale. We’ve obtained a few of these items and due to their collectibility, are offering them in a silent auction fundraiser rather than just for sale. Read on to find out more about the silent auction items, the beneficiary organization, and the bidding process.

Happy Bidding and Thanks for Supporting our Community!

Item 1. Dangerous Astronomy, hardcover limited edition from Limberlost Press.

Reflections about a son’s relationship with his father, on the need for forgiveness, about being a father, and poems inspired by the sculptures of Montana artist Adrian Arleo.Letterpress printed on heavy Domestic Etching paper and sewn by hand between Magnani Pescia wrappers in a limited edition of 100 hardcover copies, numbered and signed by Sherman Alexie. Brand new/fine. According to the publisher, the print run of this book is nearly sold out—typically, the value doubles as soon as the print run sells out!

Current value: $128.00

Minimum starting bid: $75.00

Minimum bid increment: $5.00

Item 2. My Architect Broadside

A broadside poem letterpress-printed on kraft-style Yatsuo paper from Japan in an edition of 115 numbered and signed copies. 8.5 x 20 inches. Scarce piece printed by Knight Library Press that includes press certificate on back of mat board mounting. In fine condition.

Current Value: $80.00—$150.00.

Minimum starting bid: $50.00.

Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00.

Item 3. How to Create an Agnostic Broadside

A broadside poem printed as a keepsake for attendees of a University of Washington Friends of the Libraries dinner at which Alexie spoke. One of approximately 200 copies. 3.25 x 9 inches, with an overwrap on which is printed the author and title, inserted into matching envelope. Scarce ephemeral piece that was never offered for sale in fine condition.

Current value: $50.00—get it signed when Mr. Alexie is here and increase the value by at least half!

Minimum starting bid: $30.00

Minimum bid increment: $5.00

100% of the proceeds from our silent auction will benefit the new local organization, WÜNÜT.

They have a dedicated space and volunteer staff, but are seeking funding assistance to provide equipment, resources and programs to local youth, including:

-access to alternative independent media and magazines, local CDs, DVDs

-a lending library-performance space and workshops

-Community/Youth Radio station

-film screenings

-Do-It-Yourself art skill shares

-discussion groups-meeting and event space for other organizations

-market for local artists and musicians to showcase and sell their crafts

-wellness classes and activities

-digital media projects and workshops (i.e., film/video, photography and music)

WüNüT (Stand Up)

Encouraging the youth of our community to learn and demonstrate knowledge of self and leadership through education, experience and creative pursuits.

Originating out of serious concerns in the community, WüNüT exists as a symbol of unity and community action to address needs of native youth. We strive to lead by example, while empowering youth to take control of their education and to see learning as a life-long process, not something restricted to the realm of traditional schooling. While not exclusive to Natives, WüNüT is firmly rooted in the tribal community and guided by indigenous values.

For more information on Wunut, visit www.wunut.blogspot.com, or “friend” Wunut Standup on Facebook!

How to participate in our Silent Auction:

1. The Silent Auction runs from 9 am Tuesday, February 1st through 6 pm Monday, February 21st. All items are open for bidding throughout this time. You may bid by coming into Spellbinder in person, or by calling us at 760-873-4511. Additionally, the Silent Auction items and bid sheets will be brought to many of the Community Reads events, and you are welcome to place bids at these as well. Aside from at events, bids must be placed during our business hours. (M-F 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-3)

2. Winning bidders will be notified on Tuesday, February 22nd. Payment is due, in the form of cash or check to Spellbinder, at the time of pick-up. Please be prompt in picking up your item! If an item is not picked up at Spellbinder within two weeks of the end of the auction (i.e. by March 7th), we reserve the right to make it available to the next highest bidder.

3. If you have won an item and live outside of the area, we will gladly carefully package it and ship it to you upon receipt of your payment. You will be responsible for shipping charges and these can be determined when we notify you. We still must receive payment for the item within 2 weeks of the end of the auction!

4. In order to protect your privacy and the integrity of the fundraiser, bid sheets will not be left out in public view during the auction. If you wish to make a bid, please ask one of the friendly Spellbinder Staff for assistance!

5. Your participation in this auction, inferred by your placing a bid on any one or more item(s), constitutes your knowledge and acceptance of the rules of the auction, as set forth above.

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