3rd Annual Gala Charity Auction

The 3rd Annual Gala Charity Auction, sponsored by the Kewanee Schools Foundation, was held on Saturday, April 26, 2008 with doors opening at 11:30 AM for food and silent auction; the live auction begins at 1 PM.  The event was held at Kewanee High School and featured numerous items during the silent and live auctions including brand new furniture, a wide variety of gift baskets, sports memorabilia, gift certificates, vacations, and much much more.  Raffles such as "The Giving Tree" and "Draw Down Board" were conducted.  Each school in District #229 had own booth to visit.  The Last Chief Illiniwek was available to sign autographs from 11:30 until 1:00 PM.  The KHS Pom Pon Squad offered babysitting services for children ages 3-9 in Good's Gymnasium, while children ages 10 and up enjoyed free movies in Petersen Auditorium.  Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Pizza Hut Pizza, Potato Chips, Homemade Cookies, and Beverages were available at a nominal fee.  Admission was free. Cash, Check, and Credit Cards were accepted.  This was our one major fund-raising event of the year! 

Thank you to all who helped make our auction a success!