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"Snuggle Up With A Good Book" gift basket
$150
Starting bid
“Snuggle Up With a Good Book” gift basket includes: a handmade quilt (81x64) in the “Walkabout” pattern; new copy of Ariel Lawhon’s Frozen River; reading themed mug and tea bags; a pair of cozy socks. FMV: $350
Donated by Debra Sullivan—Colchester District Library. colchesterlibrary.com
Custom Made Hand Knit Socks
$50
Starting bid
There is no greater luxury than slipping into a hand knit pair of socks. Why hand knit socks, you ask? Well, if you hate a toe seam - there isn't one. If you can't stand a floppy toe - it's knit exactly to the length of your foot. Wool wicks moisture and keeps you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. This is a listing for a custom made hand knit pair of wool socks - just for you (or for someone else as a gift). We will work together to choose hand-dyed yarn in colors you love and I will knit them to fit your feet! (It will take me about a month to knit your socks once we've collaborated on size and color - I will either deliver them to you at your library or mail them to you.) ** please note - if you have a wool allergy, this is probably not the donation for you. FMV: $330
Donated by Becca Boland - iREAD Content and Development Manager
Handmade Crochet Patch Blanket
$75
Starting bid
Patchwork crochet blanket designed to mimic floral seed packet. Multiple bright colors. FMV: $275
Donated by Leah Gregory
College Essay Reader and Counseling Package
$100
Starting bid
This certificate entitles the student to:
One 90-minute initial consultation
Two 40-minute follow-up calls
Students can decide if they would like to use these sessions now or save them for a later date (this expires January 2027). FMV: $450
Sarah's approaches college counseling with a personalized, holistic philosophy, empowering students to navigate admissions with confidence and purpose. With a decade of experience, Sarah explores and nurtures each student's unique strengths, passions, and goals in a supportive environment. Sarah provides comprehensive guidance, from identifying academic interests and extracurriculars to crafting compelling essays and securing financial scholarships. Ultimately, Sarah aims to cultivate well-informed, engaged individuals prepared to thrive in their academic and professional journeys.
Donated by Sarah Munoz, College Counselor with Munoz Tutoring Co. and a trustee for the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District. Munoztutoringco.com/collegecounseling
Relaxing Lavender Gift Basket
$35
Starting bid
This gift basket includes a bottle of lavender hand creme, lavender eye pillow, lavender pillow spray, and a scented candle in a pink glass container.
FMV: $100
Donated by: Alice Creason
Sock Knitting Basket
$75
Starting bid
Knitting Books, assortment of sock yarn, hand knitted socks. FMV: $350
Donated by Crystal Lake Public Library www.clpl.org
Library Swag: 2 Candles and 3 Greeting Cards
$25
Starting bid
2 Library themed candles and 3 Greeting Cards with animals reading books. FMV: $66
Donated by The Librarian's Candle Co www.thelibrarianscandleco.com
Apple gift cards
$50
Starting bid
Four (4) $25 Apple gift cards.
FMV: $100
Donated by Carolyn M. Mulac
Kathy Parker Consulting
$100
Starting bid
3.5 hours of consulting services. Kathy has over 40 years library experience from shelver to trustee. 16 years as district library director prior to retirement. Consultant work as interim director, financial review, staff and trustee training. Former RAILS trustee, served on many Illinois library committees. 2016 recipient of ALA’s Trustee Citation for work on RAILS Board. Co-founded Directors University, co-author of The Public Library Directors Toolkit and The Public Library Directors HR Toolkit.
FMV: $525
Donated by Kathy Parker
In My Hockey Romance Era Book Bundle
$50
Starting bid
The In My Hockey Romance Era Book Bundle includes:
* Signed copies of the Portland Evergreens series by Beth Bolden (MM College Hockey Romance) https://www.bethbolden.com
* Melting the Ice
* Cold as Ice
* On Thin Ice
* Breaking the Ice
* Breakaway Goals (interconnected standalone)
* Author Swag Pack (stickers, coaster, misc.)
* “In my hockey romance era” bookmark (2” x 8”, double-sided) by Hockey Smut Book Club
* ‘Kindness Is' Pride Large Canvas Tote (18” x 16”) by Kind Cotton
* Book Lovers Sticker Pack (3-4” each) by Kind Cotton
* For Readers pencils (2” x 7”) by Longhand Pencils
* Library Sticky Notes (3” x 3”) by Marigold Press
FMV: $150
Brunch in a Basket
$25
Starting bid
Who doesn't love brunch? Coffee, waffle mix, honey and maple syrup, fancy jam and a little bubbly make every weekend morning a little nicer.
FMV: $50
Donated by Michaela Haberkern
Crimes & Comforts Literary Basket
$50
Starting bid
Local history books, candle, lotion and body wash.
FMV: $120
Game Changers Hockey Romance Bundle
$50
Starting bid
This auction item includes:
* Illustrated cover paperbacks of the Game Changers Series by Rachel Reid (https://www.rachelreidwrites.com):
* Game Changer
* Heated Rivalry
* Tough Guy
* Common Goal
* Role Model
* The Long Game
* Heated Rivalry double-sided keychain, bookmark, and stickers by Léa Charbonnier, artist
* Heated Rivalry pencils by Longhand Pencils
* Hockey romance stickers by Hockey Smut Book Club
FMV: $150
A pair of signed books by Pamela Smith Hill
$25
Starting bid
Signed copies of Pamela Smith Hill's books on Laura Ingalls Wilder. Too Good to Be Altogether Lost: Rediscovering Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House Books, published 2025 by University of Nebraska Press. Laura Ingalls Wilder: A Writer's Life, published 2007 by South Dakota State Historical Society
FMV: $52
Donated by Pamela Smith Hill https://www.pamelasmithhill.com/
Art Prints from the Little House Books
$30
Starting bid
Three 8" x 10" art prints from the "My First Little House" books by Laura Ingalls Wilder.
FMV: $75
Donated by Renee Graef
Library Lover Bundle (Apron, Sticker, & Tote)
$25
Starting bid
For a true library lover, an "I like big books" apron (20″ × 30″), an "I'd Rather Be Reading" sticker (3" x 3"), and a "Reading is my Superpower" tote bag (16″ × 14 ½″ × 5″).
FMV: $50
https://www.bloomingtonlibrarystore.com
NOTE: Due to unforeseen delivery delays, this item may need to be shipped directly to the winning bidder.
Star Shaped Crocheted Throw
$40
Starting bid
Do you love all things Halloween? Or maybe you are a Princeton alum? If so, then this orange and black star-shaped throw (55 inches by 55 inches across from star point to star point) is perfect for you! Made from soft, acrylic yarn.
FMV: $100
Donated by Kathy Caudill
Yellow Baby Afghan
$30
Starting bid
This yellow, crocheted granny square baby Afghan measures is made of 100% cotton yarn, and measures 33 inches by 33 inches.
FMV: $60
Donated by Kathy Caudill
Shades of Grey/Lavender Cotton Shawl
$35
Starting bid
This cotton shawl is the perfect accent for a little black dress or as light wrap over a casual dress shirt/blouse. It measures: 69 inches across at its largest point, 50 inches on each angled side, and 32 inches from top to bottom.
FMV: $70
Donated by Kathy Caudill
Pink Baby Afghan
$25
Starting bid
This soft, pink, crocheted baby Afghan is made with acrylic yarn, and offers a lovely pattern. It measures 37 inches by 30 inches.
FMV: $50
Donated by Kathy Caudill
Shades of Blue Cotton Baby Afghan
$25
Starting bid
This soft crocheted baby Afghan is made with 100% cotton yarn and measures 36 inches by 34 inches.
FMV: $55
Donated by Kathy Caudill
Green/Yellow Variegated Baby Afghan
$25
Starting bid
A perfect gift when you want to avoid gender specific colors for a baby gift. This soft acrylic crocheted baby Afghan measures 37 inches by 26 inches.
FMV: $55
Donated by Kathy Caudill
Neon Crochet Reading Blanket
$30
Starting bid
Snuggle up with your new favorite reading blanket! Crocheted with love by a fellow librarian. Has fringe on 2 sides. Approximate size 48"55" (fringe not included in dimensions)
FMV: $75
Donated by Something Bookish Crafts
Tonies Starter Set (Blue)
$75
Starting bid
A Toniebox is a screen-free, padded audio player designed for children that plays stories, songs, and educational content. To operate it, a child places a small, collectible figurine called a "Tonie" on top of the box to begin playback. The Toniebox is durable, portable, and uses intuitive controls that are easy for small hands to operate. Each Starter Set comes with a Playtime Puppy Tonie, which features a select compilation of the most popular traditional children's songs for playtime!
FMV: $200
Donated by Drew Vernon
Education Director, tonies® USA https://us.tonies.com/
Tonies Starter Set (Red)
$75
Starting bid
A Toniebox is a screen-free, padded audio player designed for children that plays stories, songs, and educational content. To operate it, a child places a small, collectible figurine called a "Tonie" on top of the box to begin playback. The Toniebox is durable, portable, and uses intuitive controls that are easy for small hands to operate. Each Starter Set comes with a Playtime Puppy Tonie, which features a select compilation of the most popular traditional children's songs for playtime!
FMV: $200
Donated by Drew Vernon
Education Director, tonies® USA https://us.tonies.com/
Celebration of English Authors
$40
Starting bid
Vintage edition of Charlotte Bronte's _Villette_, two antique prints illustrating works by Charles Dickins, and one peacock feather pen. The pen uses a rollerball style, and comes with replacements.
FMV: $100
Donated by: Laura Rocklyn
Celebration of Little House on the Prairie
$50
Starting bid
A collection of items to celebrate Laura Ingalls Wilder: a documentary DVD directed by Dean Butler, a handmade reversible cloth apron, a tin mug ornament containing maple candy. Also including items that celebrate Little House on the Prairie - both the TV show and the books. Included are: tote bag with recent event items, a red sunbonnet, a casserole carrier designed by Melissa Gilbert, a little Laura paper doll, and $25 off any Laura Ingalls Wilder program by Historic Voices.
FMV: $150
Donated by Laura Keyes of Historic Voices
Celebration of Books & Cats
$50
Starting bid
Celebrating these books: _Where the Wild Things Are_ (tote bag), _Pride and Prejudice and Zombies_ (bracelet), and retro date due cards (coasters). Cats and Books are a a lovely combination! Enjoy a 12"x14" cross-stitched image (fully matted and framed), bookshelf earrings, a gold-colored bookmark, and a cat-shaped tea strainer.
FMV: $150
Donated by: Laura Keyes
Celebration of Jane Austen
$40
Starting bid
This Celebration contains: new-in-box Madame Alexander "Emma" doll, vintage _Pride and Prejudice_ book, _Pride and Prejudice_ mug, _Pride and Prejudice_ tea, tea strainer.
FMV: $130
Donated by: Laura Rocklyn
Votes for Women items
$25
Starting bid
This handmade cross-stitch fabric art incorporates a modern Feminist phrase, yet there is no doubt that it also applies to the tireless efforts of Elizabeth Cady Stanton as she worked her entire life for Equality for Women. Also included is an Alice Paul doll.
The winner of this fabric art will also receive $25 off an Elizabeth Cady Stanton program for a library of their choice.
FMV: $85
Donated by: Laura Keyes of Historic Voices
https://www.historicvoices.info/
Money Talks but Chocolate Sings
$30
Starting bid
Included in this chocolate decadence are: a 5"x6" blue plaque, SEVEN (7!) large chocolate bars: milk chocolate from the Czech Republic, organic dark chocolate, sea salt caramel dark chocolate, toffee crunch chocolate, more sea salt caramel dark chocolate, orange almond dark chocolate, cranberry dark chocolate; a Hershey mug brought back from Hershey, PA, from a recent research trip. The winner of this chocolate-filled collection will also receive $25 off a “History of the Hershey Chocolate Company” program for a library of their choice.
FMV: $100
Donated by: Laura Keyes of Historic Voices
Resistance Starter Kit
$30
Starting bid
Show your resistance with this Penzey's mug, a framed cross-stitched Pride flag, a framed cross-stitched RESIST image, and a framed cross-stitched image encouraging one to inquire about the owner's feminist agenda.
This starter kit from Penzey's spices includes their signature "Choose Love" mug plus samples of: minced garlic, Tuscan sunset, pasta sprinkle, Chicago steak seasoning, and Ruth Ann's Muskego Ave Chicken and Fish Seasoning.
FMV: $100
Donated by: Laura Keyes
Girl Scout Cookies (and jar)
$25
Starting bid
10" tall white ceramic cookie jar, plus SIX (6!) boxes of Girl Scout Cookies: Thin Mint, peanut butter sandwiches, the shortbread ones, and peanut butter patties.
FMV: $72
Donated by: Laura Keyes and Jenny Jackson
Tea With the Queen
$30
Starting bid
Vintage Queen Elizabeth II coronation bone china teacup and saucer by Radford (1953), replica rhinestone tiara, vintage copy of Marion Crawford's The Little Princesses (1950), tin of Royal Palace tea (30 sachets), and faux flower centerpiece.
FMV: $75
Donated by: Leslie Goddard Presents
Smash the Patriarchy (and flowers)
$25
Starting bid
In this collection, enjoy rose-scented Italian hand cream, a hand-painted birdhouse, and a cross-stitched reminder to Smash the Patriarchy.
FMV: $50
Donated by: Laura Keyes
What's Your Jam?
$25
Starting bid
6 jars of assorted jams, 1 package English muffins, 1 package of coffee, napkins and paper plates, 3 dish towels.
FMV: $50
Donated by: Nann Blaine Hilyard
Quilt created by Nann Blaine Hilyard
$150
Starting bid
If you have attended an ALA Annual Conference, you may have seen the quilts Nann Blaine Hilyard donates to the quilt auction. The quilt is 71.5" x 65.5".
FMV: $300
Donated by: Nann Blaine Hilyard
Dark & Stormy Night
$30
Starting bid
Collection includes: It Was a Dark and Stormy Night: A game of First Lines for people who Love to Read, and an 8"x10" artwork of a lace-wing bat, by Becky Hansen of Graphic Compass.
FMV: $65
Donated by Laura Keyes and Becky Hansen
Mystery puzzle and print
$25
Starting bid
Enjoy an Agatha Christie / Poirot mystery puzzle (read the booklet, assemble the puzzle, and work out how Poirot solved the crime) and an 8"x10" artwork of a lace-wing bat, by Becky Hansen of Graphic Compass.
FMV: $50
Donated by: Laura Keyes and Becky Hansen
Shakespeare Collection
$25
Starting bid
This collection consists of a cross-stitched quote from "A Midsummer Nights' Dream" as well as a set of small books. This compact box set includes three classic Shakespeare miniature books: _William Shakespeare: The Complete Plays in One Sitting_, _Love Sonnets of Shakespeare_, and _Shakespeare: The Bard's Guide to Abuses and Affronts_ - a must-have collection for devoted fans of the Bard.
FMV: $50
Donated by: Laura Keyes
Fall 2026 Author Visit to Your Library by Grady Hendrix
$1,500
Starting bid
Author Grady Hendrix and Illinois Librarian Becky Spratford are teaming up to offer your library the chance to host Hendrix, live in person, at your library at a date in Fall 2026 to be agreed upon by all parties. Hendrix will do one of his lively programs (your choice among his catalog) for your patrons and participate in a Q&A with Spratford, and sign books.
FMV: $8,000
Donated by: Grady Hendrix and Becky Spratford
Paradise Crosstitch
$25
Starting bid
Hand stitched quote: "I have always imagined that paradise will be a kind of library." by Jorge Louis Borges. 7" x 7" framed.
FMV: $80
Donated by: Kristin Pekoll
Plant Club
$25
Starting bid
Show off your love of plants with this group of a rose-patterned teacup birdfeeder; a sun-printed fern bookmark; a white plant stand, and a 5.75" hand-stitched piece of fabric art.
FMV: $50
Donated by: Laura Keyes
Digging Deeper Into Your Roots: Genealogy Program
$75
Starting bid
Add a genealogy program to your library's event schedule! The winning bidder may choose one program from nearly a dozen engaging topics in the Digging Deeper Into Your Roots series, including Genealogy 101, Researching Online, Understanding Census Records, Conducting Family Interviews, and more.
This program may be presented in person at no cost for locations within a 30-minute radius of Peoria, virtually via the host's Zoom account at no cost for any location, or in person outside the 30-minute radius with travel expenses paid by the host.
FMV: $250
Donated by Donna Forbis
iREAD Picnic with Fun and Games
$30
Starting bid
Librarians are always prepared. Don't miss out on this assortment of iREAD merch that includes a backpack cooler, desk darts, paint markers, stainless steel water bottle and a travel games for your next picnic or road trip. Level Up At Your Library
FMV: $100
Donated by iREAD Reading Programs
Pride Trip
$25
Starting bid
The suitcase includes a signed copy of "All Boys Aren't Blue," a Wicked mouse pad, a rainbow sensory journal, a disco ball, a rainbow lanyard, a Love is Love tumbler, and two Whirly Pops.
FMV: $50
Donated by Cyndi Robinson
Support Your Library Cross Stitch
$25
Starting bid
Hand stitched quote: "Support Your Local Library". 6" x 8" framed.
FMV: $80
Donated by: Kristin Pekoll
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