Coopersville & Marne Railway Co. ~ 4 Train Ride Passes

The Coopersville & Marne Railway Co. have donated 4 train ride passes to our auction this year.  The train of antique passengers cars, which date from the early part of the last century, goes out into the countryside and through family owned farmlands. You will cross over an open deck girder bridge, four creeks and one road bridge before you arrive at the Village of Marne. The 1950's era diesel locomotive then uncouples from the train, runs along a passing siding next to your passenger car, couples onto the west end of the train and pulls the train back to the City of Coopersville.  When in Marne, if weather permits, passengers on Regular Excursions may detrain to watch the run around and west end coupling.  

This 14 mile excursion, back to a simpler time of transportation, lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes. During the trip, the Conductor describes points of interest while train music from the 1800's plays throughout the cars. Wildlife such as deer, wild turkeys, hawks and eagles may be seen along the way, as well as farm animals. Our track also runs, for a short distance, along the I-96 freeway where Mustangs, Jaguars and Cougars may also be seen.

The Railway Co. also hosts Special Theme Trains like the exciting Great Train Robbery.  Trains begin a new season on March 21.  Learn more about them at their website HERE or find them on Facebook HERE.  

Byron Center Meats ~ Certificate for Twelve 6oz. sizzlers

Thank you to Byron Center Meats for donating a certificate for twelve 6oz. sizzler steaks.  Learn more at there website HERE or find them on Facebook HERE.

Bob's Butcher Block ~ Certificates for 4 Sizzler Steaks

Thanks to Bob's Butcher Block for their donation of a certificate for 4 sizzler steaks.  Bob's has two loactions, Jenison & Holland.  Learn more at their website HERE or on Facebook HERE.

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (Pat Pols) ~ Hot Air Balloon Ride and Pit Crew

Have you ever ridden in a hot air balloon?  Here is your chance!  RE/MAX real estate agent Pat Pols is donating an exclusive hot air balloon ride at the RE/MAX Grand Rapids Balloon Festival on July 24-25 at the Hudsonville Fairgrounds.  Available are 2 balloon rides for 2 people each.  Also up for bid will be 2 opportunities for 2 people each to be part of the balloon pit crew.  Hope School will be helping out with festival so you'll see many familiar faces.  For more information about the Balloon Festival, click HERE. Learn more about RE/MAX & Pat at her website HERE or find her on Facebook HERE.

     

   

Kleyn Electric ~ 6 recessed can lights, installed ($600 value) AND HP Chromebook

Are you ready to part with those clumsy lamps?  Do you have a dark living room?  Thanks to Kleyn Electric, you have the opportunity to change that!  They have donated 6 recessed can lights, installation included... a $600 value!  Can lights will brighted the darkest room in your house!  Kleyn has also donated a sleak, new HP Chromebook.  To learn more about Kleyn Electric, visit their website HERE.

Gerrit's Appliance ~ Kitchenaid Toaster

Thank you to Gerrit's Appliance for their donation of a Kitchenaid 2 Slice Toaster. Gerrit's Appliance is a local, family owned business, which has been serving the West Michigan area for over 66 years. They offer the largest selections of appliances and TV's in the area. To give you an idea how the appliances will look and function in your home, they offer many of the latest appliances in kitchen vignette settings. They pride themselves in offering great value to their customers, in all aspects of the business; including full delivery, professional installation services, and their own in-house parts and service departments. Gerrit's belongs to the Nationwide Buying Group which allows them to purchase products at very competitive prices and therefore pass the savings on to their customers. They would appreciate the opportunity to serve you. Check them out at their two locations: in Wyoming on the corner of 28th Street and Byron Center Avenue as well as in Kentwood on 29th Street just West of East Paris Avenue.  Check out their website HERE or find them on Facebook HERE.

         

Gourmet International ~ Gift Basket

Thank you to Gourmet International for their donation of a GIFT BASKET.  Gourmet International is a leading Importer & Distributor, specializing in European food products. They are proud to offer you premier imported lines such as Dallmayr premium coffee, Schwartau spreads, Breitsamer honey, Feldkamp breads, Alb Gold and Bechtle noodles and Hengstenberg vegetables and condiments. Their assortment is sweetened with super premium chocolate lines such as Reber, Pernigotti, Chocolate Santander, Hachez, and Butlers, as well as gummi favorites from Katjes and Haribo. They also work closely with domestic manufacturers so that we can bring you the best possible selection.  Visit their website HERE or find them on Facebook HERE.

Gerald R. Ford Museum ~ 4 Free Admission Tickets

Thank you to the Gerald R. Ford Museum for their donation of 4 Free Admission Tickets. The permanent exhibits are the core of the Museum's program. They allow visitors to participate in history, not just view it, while reviewing the highlights of the lives of President and Mrs. Ford. In addition to the permanent exhibits, a succession of temporary exhibits draw upon the rich holdings of the entire Presidential libraries system, the Smithsonian Institution, the National Archives, and others.  Learn more at the museum website HERE or find it on Facebook HERE.