[MCN-L] MCN Silent Auction in Atlanta - prizes!

[Perian Sully]

Dear Marla:

What's the procedure for dropping off items? At the check-in/registration desk?

On Wed, Nov 2, 2011 at 2:49 PM, Misunas, Marla  wrote:
> The MCN Silent Auction is coming up.
> Can you top last year's Elvis Mr. Potato Head?
> http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/37591725/ns/business-consumer_news/t/new-role-elvis-mr-potato-head/
> You should try! Prizes awarded for the auction item that brings in the most 
> cash, and for the
> most unusual item.
>
> Here's what to do:
> Come to Atlanta for MCN's annual meeting, November 16-19.
> Bring items to be auctioned off
> Bid and win items on Friday, November 18.
> Support MCN's Scholarship Fund
>

[MCN-L] MCN Silent Auction in Atlanta -- what are you bringing?

[Misunas, Marla]

The MCN Silent Auction is coming up, have you started packing?
Don't think you can bring anything that will be cause a bidding war and get the 
prize?
Here's a past donation, in case you need ideas.
http://craziestgadgets.com/2008/03/20/mr-t-chia-pet/
Give it a try! Prizes awarded for the auction item that brings in the most 
cash, and for the
most unusual item.

Here's what to do:
Come to Atlanta for MCN's annual meeting, November 16-19.
Bring items to be auctioned off
Bid and win items on Friday, November 18.
Support MCN's Scholarship Fund

See you soon.

Marla Misunas
Collections Information Manager
Collections Information and Access
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
415-357-4186 (voice)

Explore Modern Art
www.sfmoma.org/collections





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[MCN-L] MCN Silent Auction in Atlanta - prizes!

[Misunas, Marla]

The MCN Silent Auction is coming up.
Can you top last year's Elvis Mr. Potato Head?
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/37591725/ns/business-consumer_news/t/new-role-elvis-mr-potato-head/
You should try! Prizes awarded for the auction item that brings in the most 
cash, and for the
most unusual item.

Here's what to do:
Come to Atlanta for MCN's annual meeting, November 16-19.
Bring items to be auctioned off
Bid and win items on Friday, November 18.
Support MCN's Scholarship Fund


Items of any sort--seriously useful or cheerfully unrelated to museum 
work--that may be attractive to bidders (and carried by airline passengers) are 
encouraged. Exhibition catalogues and other institutional publications are 
always popular. Equally great and easy to carry are museum bags, clothing, and 
other souvenirs.



Think about something you couldn't resist, and bring that.

Donations need not be tangible things--some popular lots in recent years have 
consisted of services or special half-price registration for professional 
events.



Don't be shy, all you artists and crafters out there! Show off your 
photography, paintings, knitting, embroidery, prints or anything else that will 
fit into a suitcase.

Show off your creativity and help us raise some bucks!



Auction items will be accepted at the Conference Registration Desk on 
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday until noon.  You may bid on items throughout 
the day Friday, until tables in the Exhibit Hall close at 5:30.


You never know what will be offered, so be sure to get to the Exhibit Hall 
during breaks Friday to place your bids. Items will be added throughout the 
morning on Friday and the bidding will end during Friday evening's reception. 
Be sure to arrive at 5:00 to see how your items are doing and outbid your 
competition. Tables will close starting at 5:30 pm. Winners may take items 
along or pick them up at the Conference Registration desk on Saturday.

 See you soon!

Marla Misunas
Collections Information Manager
Collections Information and Access
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
415-357-4186 (voice)

Explore Modern Art
www.sfmoma.org/collections





I also need a few stalwart volunteers to help on Thursday. If interested, 
please email me off-list at mmisunas[at]sfmoma.org.







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[MCN-L] MCN Silent Auction in Atlanta

[Misunas, Marla]

Getting ready for the 2011 MCN annual meeting next month?
This year our annual Silent Auction will be held in conjunction with the 
THATCamp
Kick-off Party Friday night at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta, making for an 
extra-festive fun time.

Here's what to do:
Bring items to be auctioned off
Bid and win items other people brought
Support MCN's Scholarship Fund

We use the funds from the auction to benefit museum professionals like you, 
providing
registration and funds towards expenses. We have many more deserving applicants
each year than we have money-so please, bid early and often and do your best 
stealth-
bidding to win! All proceeds will fund next year's scholarship recipients.


Items of any sort--seriously useful or cheerfully unrelated to museum 
work--that may be attractive to bidders (and carried by airline passengers) are 
encouraged. Exhibition catalogues and other institutional publications are 
always popular. Equally great and easy to carry are museum bags, clothing, and 
other souvenirs.

Think about something you couldn't resist, and bring that. Donations need not 
be tangible things--some popular lots in recent years have consisted of 
services or special half-price registration for professional events.



Don't be shy, all you artists and crafters out there! Show off your 
photography, paintings, knitting, embroidery, prints or anything else that will 
fit into a suitcase.  Prizes will be awarded for the item that raises the most 
money and for the most unusual item. Show off your creativity and help us raise 
some bucks!



We need you to make this an event a success!

Auction donations are tax deductible and 100% of all proceeds benefit next 
year's scholarship recipients.



Auction items will be accepted at the Conference Registration Desk on 
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday until noon.  You may bid on items throughout 
the day Friday, until tables in the Exhibit Hall close at 5:30.


You never know what will be offered, so be sure to get to the Exhibit Hall 
during breaks Friday to place your bids. Items will be added throughout the 
morning on Friday and the bidding will end during Friday evening's reception. 
Be sure to arrive at 5:00 to see how your items are doing and outbid your 
competition. Tables will close starting at 5:30 pm. Winners may take items 
along or pick them up at the Conference Registration desk on Saturday.



Marla Misunas
Collections Information Manager
Collections Information and Access
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
415-357-4186 (voice)

Explore Modern Art
www.sfmoma.org/collections





I also need a few stalwart volunteers to help on Thursday. If interested, 
please email me off-list at mmisunas[at]sfmoma.org.






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