Letter From WICA President

February 23, 2009
TO:  Water Islanders
FROM:  Chuck Gidley, President, Water Island Civic Association
Subject:  2009 WICA Auction

On behalf of the Water Island residents and guests at the 2009 Auction, I would like to especially thank Marion Wilkinson, along with her support team, for running a most successful auction.  An auction does not run itself and Marion spent countless hours organizing the event, while Lee Shaffer did another super job as auctioneer.  Many neighbors collected donations from merchants; other neighbors helped with setting up/taking down; Heidi donated the use of chairs and tables; Joe Harris donated the use of the PA system; Mercy Blosser and Jackie Coleman ran the registration/cashier table; Wally Henshaw ran the PA system; Bob Blosser entered all transactions in the computer; and so many others contributed behind the scenes.  And of course, we thank all the bidders that helped the Water Island Civic Association raise money.

Bravo to Marion and her sidekick Jim. 

For a full copy of the letter, including the amount raised, please log in to the "Members" Area

WOW! What an Auction!

The 2009 Water Island Civic Association

Auction was a phenomenal success!

Posted February 22, 2009     On Saturday, February 21st, the Water Island Civic Association held their Annual Auction and it was a huge success. This was due entirely to the tireless efforts given by all the volunteers.

The day was started off with Wally Henshaw sharing the history of the Auction with the attendees. He explained how it started about 23 years ago as a private gathering on Shaf & Anne Shaffer's lawn as a picnic. He went on to explain the evolution and how it has grown and was now conducted by the Water Island Civic Association with all proceeds going to improve the quality of life for all Water Islanders and visitors.

The Shaffer connection remained intact this year as it was held at Shaffer Hall on Honeymoon Beach and the stellar auctioneer was none other than Lee Shaffer, Shaf & Anne's son. As usual, Lee did an outstanding job of getting people to bid, have fun, and raise some money.

A big "Thanks" goes to everyone that helped to set up, prepare food, serve food, tend the bar, pick up big donated items, spent time at the pavilion accepting donations, promoting the event, and helped throughout the day in innumerable ways.

This year the Chairman of the Auction Committee was Marion Wilkinson, helped greatly by Co-Chairs Jackie Coleman and Mercy Blosser. They did a fantastic job. When you see them next make sure you give them a big pat on the back!

For more pictures of this wonderful day click here.

Another Premier Item At the Auction!

Walker Bay 10' Sail Boat

5 years old, purchased from Budget Marine, St. Thomas
Good condition
Cost today (new): over $2000 at West Marine
Walker Bay website: http://walkerbay.com/products/rigid_dinghy/dinghy_wb10_features.html
Length 9'8", Beam 4'9", Weight 129 lbs
One-piece seamless hull (HIMC)
Motor mount
Oars, oarlocks and dinghy cover
Includes sail kit (mast, sail, daggerboard, rudder, lines)
Bidding on this will start at $400

One of the Premier Items at the WICA Auction!

Marion & Jim Wilkinson contacted renowned author, Mr. Herman Wouk, and he was kind enough to make a special donation to the Water Island Civic Association Auction this year. Below you will see a brand new copy of "Don't Stop the Carnival" along with Mr. Wouk's inscription. It reads "Best Wishes to Water Island folks - Herman Wouk 8 April 08".

This is already a collector's item!

Click on Pictures for Enlarged View

WE WILL BE ACCEPTING YOUR AUCTION DONATIONS AT HONEYMOON BEACH PAVILION ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
PLEASE, NO JUNK.

Friday, February 6th - 10am to 12 noon
Saturday, February 7th - 9am to 11am, 2pm to 4pm
Sunday, February 8th - 9am to 11am, 2pm to 4pm
Tuesday, February 10th - 10am to 12 noon, 4:30pm to 5:30pm
Thursday, February 12th - 1pm to 3pm
Friday, February 13th - 9am to Noon
Sunday, February 15th - 9am to Noon
Monday, February 16th - 9am to Noon
Tuesday, February 17th - 9am to 11am, 2pm to 4pm
Wednesday, February 18th - 9am to Noon, 2pm to 4pm
Thursday, February 19th - 9am to Noon, 2pm to 4pm - FINAL DAY

SORRY, NO DONATIONS ACCEPTED AFTER 2/19

For pick-up of larger items, please call Marion at 777-4257

SSSSHHHH!

Be vewry, vewry, qwiuet,

There is going to be a Silent Auction!