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Northern Berkshire Community Coalition Inc

About this event

nbCC 40th Anniversary Gala Auction

Pick-up location

61 Main St #218, North Adams, MA 01247, USA


Bespoke Private Dinner for 6 by Chef Tu Le item
Bespoke Private Dinner for 6 by Chef Tu Le
$800

Starting bid

Experience a true culinary artist's work as Tu Le, owner and chef of STATE restaurant and 328North curates together a unique dining experience for you and 5 of your guests. Enjoy not just an incredible bespoke meal, but a narrative through gastronomic storytelling. Threading together culture, local agriculture, and rarified flavors. Estimated Retail Value: PRICELESS

Exclusive Printmaking Experience with Gary Lichtenstein item
Exclusive Printmaking Experience with Gary Lichtenstein item
Exclusive Printmaking Experience with Gary Lichtenstein item
Exclusive Printmaking Experience with Gary Lichtenstein
$800

Starting bid

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE WORLD OF SILKSCREEN PRINTING WITH A PRIVATE TOUR AND PRINTMAKING SESSION AT GARY LICHTENSTEIN EDITIONS.


Master printer, Gary Lichtenstein is celebrating his 50th year in the field. Over the course of his remarkable career, Gary has collaborated with hundreds of artists including Cey Adams, Charlie Ahearn, Janette Beckman, Roz Chast, Martha Cooper, CRASH, Al Diaz, Jane Dickson, DAZE, Ron English, Carly Glovinski, Bob Gruen, Charles Hinman, Ted Kim, Alfred Leslie, Eric Orr, Gary Panter, James Prosek, Shelter Serra and Duane Slick. He has printed for industry legends including Marina Abramovic, Nick Cave, Robert Cottingham, FUTURA, Jeffrey Gibson, Ann Hamilton, Mona Hatoum, Robert Indiana and Ken Price. 


Where: Gary Lichtenstein Editions, 1315 MASS MoCA Way, North Adams, MA 01247

When:  To be scheduled by the auction lot winner with Gary Lichtenstein Editions

Description: This is one 2-3 hour experience for up to 6 participants. Participants will learn about the rich history and importance of printmaking and will gain an understanding of how prints are made. Aprons will be provided. Nobody goes home empty handed! Estimated Retail Value: $2,000


Private Mezze Living Room Chef's Tasting & Wine Salon for 6 item
Private Mezze Living Room Chef's Tasting & Wine Salon for 6 item
Private Mezze Living Room Chef's Tasting & Wine Salon for 6
$500

Starting bid

Experience a unique, intimate and private Chef's Tasting and Wine Salon Dinner for Six Guests. Mezze looks forward to welcoming this items winning guests to their newest private dining room, The Living Room, for an evening designed to be warm, elegant, and deeply memorable. Curated personally by our Dining Room and Beverage Manager, Maddy, and Executive Chef, Kevin, the dinner will showcase the uniquely "Mezzo" creativity, hospitality, the labors of local farmers and purveyors, bespoke wine pairings and culinary talents, offering guests a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of the Berkshires.

From the atmosphere to the menu, every detail will be thoughtfully crafted to create a special evening of exceptional food, conversation, and connection.

Specific dates for the dinner will be arranged directly with our team based on availability. Estimated Retail Value: $1,000 (but really priceless!)

The Art of Bagel Making with Hexagon Bagels item
The Art of Bagel Making with Hexagon Bagels
$200

Starting bid

Enjoy the Hexagon VIP Package Experience for 2. This package will bring you behind the curtain of one of the best bagel making operations in the region. Start your day off with a behind the scenes tour of Hexagon Bagels operations with one of the owners, Nick of Patrick. Learn about the equipment they use, the historic elements of the 100+ year old building they call home, and hear first hand about their story as a budding business. Following your tour, join the bagel making team in action and learn the art of bagel shaping from the experts themselves. After working off plenty of bagel making calories, refill your engine with a half dozen bagels and a tub of schemer to go. This experience is available Thursday, Friday or Saturday and will be scheduled with the auction winner. Estimated Retail Value: Priceless

Limited Edition Otto's Farmstead Gear + Otto Says T-Shirt item
Limited Edition Otto's Farmstead Gear + Otto Says T-Shirt
$100

Starting bid

Be one of only a handful of people to have your own extremely limited edition, embroidered "Otto's Farm Stand" hat from the youth owned and operated Otto's Farm Stand, and become an early adopter with a first run t-shirt from 8 year old Otto's personally designed "Otto Says" t-shirt collection. Showcase one of his inspiring slogans in his uniquely joyful handwriting while you plant your personally curated set of home grown seedlings for the 2026 garden season. This is truly a unique offering never offered before, and likely never to be offered again! Winning bidder will get to select which t-shirt, including slogan, size and color. Estimated Retail Value: $200 (but really priceless)

Original Doug Holst Painting - "Pale Yellow Glow" item
Original Doug Holst Painting - "Pale Yellow Glow"
$150

Starting bid

This original acrylic on wood panel painting by artist Doug Holst was recently shown in Hudson, NY and is a prime example of Doug's style. Bold colors and organic shapes almost seem to glow in these pieces, making them an incredible addition to any home. at 12 x 9 inches in size, this is a great size for most any room. Retail Value: $350

Original Allen Whiting Painting item
Original Allen Whiting Painting
$500

Starting bid

Allen Whiting was born at the Martha's Vineyard Hospital in 1946. He was raised and continues to live and work on the family farm in West Tisbury. An early fascination with painting and subsequent training has allowed Allen to pursue landscapes for over 50 years. He has shown in major US cities and painted worldwide. This original vintage painting by Allen is a 12 x 8 framed work on wooden board showcasing Allen's distinctive style and talent. Retail Value: $2,100

Original Stella Ehrich Painting - Daffodils Two item
Original Stella Ehrich Painting - Daffodils Two
$200

Starting bid

Enjoy this original painting by local artist Stella Ehrich. Stella is a classically trained artist specializing in landscapes and still life. Born in New Orleans and raised in Mississippi, she earned her BFA in painting from the Memphis Academy of Art and an MFA in painting from Bennington College. This piece by Stella is an incredible example of her work, and will bring a bit of elegance and charm to any space. Estimated Retail Value: $800

Original James Kennedy Painting - "Spring Awakening" item
Original James Kennedy Painting - "Spring Awakening"
$200

Starting bid

James Kennedy is a local artist whose unique artistic style gives life to otherwise geometric shapes, organic structures and bold colors. This beautiful original painting is a gorgeous one of a kind example of his work, and would bring a burst of color and joyful aesthetic to your home or office. Estimated Retail Value: $600

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