St. Francis festival features silent auction

This weekend's Festival at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church promises to provide something for everyone. Most notably, the Silent Auction which takes place Friday and Saturday, September 15 and 16 has over one hundred items to satisfy the most discerning tastes.

Cathy Fiser, Chairman for the Silent Auction, commented, "We were astounded at the value and quality of some of the items. I particularly love the antique mahogany secretary and mahogany harvest server inlaid table both of which are in mint condition. We have Collector's items including a

Dale Earnhardt jacket, a vintage Stephens Pottery Master Ink bottle and an antique Silver Mexican Coin Bracelet."

Cathy described some of the fashion items including a Dooney and Bourke purse and wallet, Ann Taylor black leather purse, 18 karat gold earrings, a silver necklace and a handmade felted knit purse. "We also have some great activities like a 7-day stay at a two-bedroom condominium in Branson, Missouri for the week of June 18-25, 2007, a Fun World ten guest gift certificate valued at $149.55, a $90 certificate for Horseback Riding at Brasstown Valley Resort and a

variety of restaurant certificates. We have a major selection of art objects from framed prints to originals, wood carvings and stain glass panels."

"The variety and quantity is simply too extensive to list everything, so you'll just have to come on out and see for yourselves. You may go home with a new Rogers Brothers Silver Service or even a small organ." Winners in the bidding will be announced over the loud speaker after 2 pm on Saturday. For additional information about the Silent Auction you can email Cathy at ryfiser@alltel.net .

Visit the international food booths, listen to the wide variety of live music and bring the children for a fun-filled day. Come on out Friday and Saturday, September 15 & 16 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Blairsville, located 3 miles east of downtown Blairsville between Blairsville and Young Harris.