By Mary Ann Grignon, Auction Coordinator
Come one come all to the PCB first ever virtual auction at the close of the 2020 PCB Conference and Convention on Sunday, October 25, 2020. The fun begins at 1:30 p.m. with an audio showcase of items up for bid. The auction itself will begin promptly at 3:00 p.m. and will continue until all items are gone.
When you register for the 2020 PCB Conference and Convention, you are automatically registered for the auction. If for some reason, and I cannot imagine what that would be, you choose not to register for this year’s conference, but wish to attend the auction, you will have to register by noon on Sunday, the day of the auction. Individuals who do not register will not be allowed to bid on items. You can register by calling the PCB office at 717-920-9999 and either speaking directly with our Administrative Secretary, Christina or by leaving a clear voice mail with all necessary information. Alternately, you can register as a bidder by emailing pcboffice@pcb1.org. You will need to provide your name, address, phone number, and email address if available.
Have you or your chapter donated a prize yet? If you subscribe to the PCB-L, you should have received two installments listing ideas for prizes which could be ordered online and which can be shipped directly to the PCB office. As you know, because of COVID-19, we are unable to meet in person. No problem; we have that covered. This year, all donated items are to be shipped to the PCB office. The exception to this rule is any item baked at a donor’s home. In this case, we will send the baker the necessary funds to ship the baked goods directly to the winning bidder post-auction. Because all items are being shipped to the winning bidders, either from the PCB Office or from a talented baker, we are asking that donations follow this year’s auction theme, “Great Things Come in Small Packages,” so as to minimize shipping costs for all. As always, we appreciate electronics, gift cards, jewelry, bath and body items, guide dog supplies, baked goods and whatever your imagination can conjure up, just remember to keep the items small.
Items must be received in the PCB office by October 3, 2020 so that the auction team and other volunteers can prepare and deliver your auction item lists in your preferred formats. If you are a baker, and we sure do appreciate those baked goods, your items must be pledged by October 3 as well.
When pledging or donating an item, please email Tony Swartz at tbswartz@ptd.net. Please include the item description; the retail value if applicable; the donor’s name, mailing address, phone number and email address; and how and when it will be arriving in the PCB office.
Since this is PCB’s first ever virtual auction, you are probably wondering how things will work. Below is a brief list of a few things you should know about the process.
1. The auction, like the rest of the conference and convention will be held on the Zoom Platform.
2. There will be a pre-auction audio showcase of all items at 1:30 p.m.
3. As in past years, we ask that you remain as quiet as possible during the bidding process.
4. At the start of the bid for each item, a prerecorded description will be played, during which time participants interested in bidding on the item are to raise their hands. One of our technical team will unmute those bidders. Please remain quiet while the item description is read.
5. Once the auctioneer opens the bid, you should call out your name and your bid amount. Please be courteous to other bidders and allow the auctioneer to auctioneer.
6. If you no longer wish to bid on the item, we ask that you mute yourself so as to avoid any unnecessary background noise.
7. By winning the highest bid on an item, you are making a commitment to pay for the item. Payment will be collected by the PCB office post-auction on Monday. Payments accepted are credit or debit card, check, and money order. Please note, if you are paying by check or money order, the items purchased will not ship until the check or money order has been received and has cleared.
8. Items will be shipped by the PCB office as soon as is possible once payment is confirmed.
While this auction is somewhat different than past PCB auctions, it will be better than ever. This year, you don’t have to spend money on travel and such so you can bid, bid, bid! Just get comfortable in your own home, pour yourself a libation, and let’s have some fun fundraising for our great organization.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Mary Ann Grignon at 570-807-1276 or email maryanna0407@gmail.com
2020 PCB Virtual Auction Item List
- Cooking Light Cutting Board
This gray and white functional cutting board will be your new go-to
favorite when you need to prep foods for your next meal. The cutting
board has a non-slip bottom so it will safely stay put while you work,
dice and slice with consistency using the built in measuring strip,
keep food on the board with the boards textured non-slip area and
because of the built-in juice well, juice will stay on the board and
not puddle onto your counter top. Size 11 by 14.5 inches.
Value: $20
Contributed by the Hank Bloomberg Chapter
- Atomic Talking Time And Date Alarm Watch
This attractive atomic talking watch is ideal, convenient, and
incredibly accurate. It clearly speaks the time, day, date, and month
in a pleasant male voice. To set the time simply set your time zone.
For those with partial vision, large black numbers against a white
background and bold black hour and minute hands provide excellent
contrast. The watches attractive face measuring 1.5 inches in diameter
is suitable for both men and women. Other features include a beep tone
alarm and a silver tone expansion band. The watch Operates on a CR2032
battery which is included and can easily be replaced. Always know the
time and never be late again with the Atomic Talking Time And Date
Alarm Watch.
Value: $50.
Contributed by Washington County Chapter.
- Royal Tel-Weight Talking Bath Scale
This talking scale which speaks in both a pleasant female English and
Spanish voice has a capacity of up to 440 pounds. Employing Step and
weigh technology, no need to search for buttons, a sturdy steel based
construction for durability, and an extra wide 14.5inch slip-proof
platform forstability, makes this the bathroom scale you’ve been
looking for. For those with partial vision you’ll find The extra-large
1.5 inch LCD display quite accommodating, and The Automatic power off
ensures the lengthy power life of the 4 AA batteries included.Value: $70
Contributed by Ed and Janet Facemyer.
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$25 Visa Gift Card
Something for you? Something for a family member or friend? Just shop
for whatever floats
your boat.
Value: $25
Contributed by PRC
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Amazon Fire Stick 4
Unlock endless entertainment choices with this easy to install device.
Choose from over 500,000 movies and TV episodes. Enjoy favorites from
Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney +, Apple TV, STARZ, SHOWTIME,
CBS, and others. Have a prime member subscription? Get even more
including: Amazon Originals, popular movies and TV, live events,
sports, and more, at no additional cost. Stream your favorite music
from Amazon Prime, Apple, Pandora and more. Best of all, you get all
the power of Alexa, so use your voice to control your Fire Stick.Value: $48.
Contributed by Keystone Chapter.
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Hand Crocheted Throw Blanket
This blanket was lovingly crocheted and is crafted of a soft chunky
yarn to provide warmth on those cold fall and winter nights. It is a
variegated pattern ranging in colors from light beige to dark gray and
some specks of blue, sure to complement any decore.size 54 by 64 inches.
Value: $100.
Contributed by Mary Ann Grignon.
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Talking Infrared Personal No-Contact Thermometer.
Taking your temperature or that of a family member was never easier
with this non-contact, easy to operate, infrared talking thermometer.
To have the temperature announced by a crisp female voice, simply
press the long button on the front of the thermometer. A three beep
tone is sounded just prior to the temprature announcement, and a
single tone indicates shut off. Hold the unit 2 to 4 inches off of the
forehead and wait a few seconds for the results. Features include
temperature announcement in either English or Spanish, fahrenheit or
Celsius, voice toggle on or off, 32 memory recall, and Automatic power
off. Powered by two AA batteries, not included.Value: $49.
Contributed by Suzanne Erb.
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Three dozen peanut butter cookies
O my, have you ever tried Cathy’s peanut butter cookies? No, well
here’s your chance to experience a little gastronomic heaven.Value: priceless
Contributed by Cathy Long.
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Talking UV Sterilizer Box from Mystic Access
2020 is a new era when health and safety are foremost on our minds.
The Ultraviolet Sterilizer box with voice prompts will keep your cell
phone, toothbrush, jewelry cash and other potentially germful items
sterile. There are two ways to sterilize: One offers a larger
compartment, five minutes to disinfect your phone, cash, jewelry,
toothbrush, etc, and an aroma therapy function. The other disinfects
in fifteen minutes, and offers wireless charging for supported phones.Value: $65.
Contributed by Washington County Chapter
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$50 Gift Certificate from GuideLights and Gadgets
GuideLights and Gadgets specializes in 3 lines of products, all
intended to assist in access to adaptive electronics, enhance
experiences for guide dog teams, and practical accessories for
organization and travel. In addition, GuideLights and Gadgets offers
random products that are included, just for fun! Working with
customers 1-on-1 GuideLights and Gadgets will assure the proper
selection of products to meet every customer’s needs.Value: $50
Contributed by GuideLights and Gadgets..
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Echo Buds, Wireless Earbuds with Immersive Sound, Active noise
Reduction, and Alexa. With charging case
Everything you love about Alexa, combined with the quality of Bose is
now in true wireless earbuds. Enjoy premium sound, limit background
noise with Bose Active Noise Reduction, and get up to 5 hours of music
playback on a single charge. Advanced microphones give you hands-free
access to Alexa, no tapping required. Voice control just like your
Alexa! So order up music, identify an artist, or listen to a podcast
or Audible audiobook. Echo Buds use the Alexa app to stream Amazon
Music, Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, and Sirius XM. Just ask to skip
songs, switch artists, or turn it up. Best of all, through your Alexa
App, with your phone in your pocket, you can ask Alexa to set a
reminder, check your calendar, make a call, or get directions. Or
press and hold your earbud to access Siri or Google Assistant from a
supported device.Value: $130.
Contributed by Sue and Bob Lichtenfels.
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Darice Electric Warmer and set of wax melts
Make your home cozy and fragrant with this ceramic wax warmer. Thanks
to the removable dish, it’s even easier to change out wax melts when
you’re ready for a new scent. The warmer measures 4 by 4.75 inches. A
25-watt Halogen bulb is included, as are print and braille
descriptions. Wax cubes are labeled in braille.Value: $31
Contributed by Louise Chuha.
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Tactile fall leaf Salt and Pepper Shakers
From Loving Touch Connections, grace your table this fall with a set
of hand painted salt and pepper shakers in a fall leaf design that is
textured and tactile. On each is either the letter S or P in Braille.
Sure to be a beautiful addition to your dinner table and the topic of
conversation as well.Value: $16
Contributed by Kathy Keck of Loving Touch Connections
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2 dozen Cranberry oatmeal cookies
Very sweet and tasty made fresh on the day before shipping to the
winning bidder.value: priceless
Contributed by Judy Zaken.
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Karecel Hand Warmer and Charging Device
One small device, two big functions. This hand device is a hand warmer
that had three heat settings ranging from 95 degrees to, believe it or
not, 120 degrees. It heats up in 30 seconds on low and only five
minutes when used on high. The unit has an automatic shut off feature,
fits in your pocket and comes with a pouch for comfort. In addition,
this handy unit doubles as a 5200mAh power charger for your portable
devices.Value: $25
Contributed bythe the Hank Bloomberg Chapter
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Amazon Echo 3rd Generation
this voice activated intelligent assistant will simplify and add to
your life. Ask alexa a question, keep your daily calendar, build your
shopping list, order products from amazon, play radio stations or
listen to music, get your daily news briefing, control your home
lighting and temperature, play games. Your alexa also has built in
privacy controls. That’s just the beginning of the echo’s abilities
which are added to regularly; all controlled by your voice. The echo’s
powerful high quality speaker will fill your home.Value: $100
Contributed by the Lehigh Valley Chapter.
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Food Prep Package
With these items: a Cooking Concepts Veggie Brush, Scrub Buddies
Silicone Round Rubber Scrubby, two Microfiber Scrubbers, three
Farberware cutting boards (11 inches, 7 inches and 8 inches) and two
Brookstone Prep utility knives, you’ll be well on your way to having
dinner on the table in a jiffy.Value: $17
Contributed by Sherri Crum.
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$25 Visa Gift Card
use it anywhere, buy anything, the holidays are coming!
Value: $25
Contributed by PRC
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Wooden Backgammon Set from Braille Book Store with Brailled
instructionsBackgammon is a terrific game of strategy for all ages. This adapted
set is a self- contained well crafted, wooden playing board with
tactile pieces with dots, raised lines denoting places within the
playing board, and color contrasts for those with low vision. The
playing board is approximately 12-inches square and folds for easy
storage.Value: $35
Contributed by Sandy Marsiglia
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Three dozen oatmeal cookies
They couldn’t be any fresher because they’re baked once you win the
bid. Would you like raisins and or walnuts? Your choice. Order up as
you like and they’re yours to enjoy.Value priceless
Contributed by Cathy Long.
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Blouse and Scarf Set
First, you in this attractive large sized black pull-over shallow
scooped neck, Arianna by Howard’s, blouse will surely be turning heads
at any gathering. This cotton, silky feeling three quartered sleeve
blouse which zippers in the back down from the neck is trimmed both at
the bottom hem and sleeve ends with White stitching with a second row
of white stitching above. The back of the blouse is two inches longer
than the front, creating a short vent slit on each side. The blouse is
further accented with two large white buttons situated on the right
shoulder.Care instructions: Machine wash on cool and gentle cycle. Dry flat. Do
not wring out, bleach or iron.Secondly, the silky scarf, VIVANTE by VSA, Designed in Barcelona is
six feet in length and 20 inches wide will be the Perfect accent to a
dressy ensemble, very suited to the blouse, is red, yellow, pink, and
black, the pattern floral with red leaves.Value: $60.
Contributed by Jeanette and Dick Schmoyer.
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$50 Gift Certificate from B&R Computers
We have cultivated a great relationship with B&R Computers, a small
computer store in Kutztown PA, who’s proprietor has been willing to
work with us to learn our needs and preferences as computer users with
vision loss. Ryan will build desktop pc’s based on our specs and
needs. He also carries new and refurbished business class laptops.
He’ll ship anywhere in the United States, so take advantage of this
gift certificate.Value $50
Contributed by our friends at B&R Computers.
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Amazon Echo Studio smart speaker
The Alexa Studio speaker brings amazing sound 5 speakers producing
powerful bass, dynamic midrange, and crisp highs. Dolby Atmos
technology adds space, clarity, and depth. As in all of your favorit
Alexa devices, you can Ask Alexa to play music, read the news, and
answer questions. With your own voice, control your music, streaming
songs from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, Tidal, and
more. With Amazon Music HD, listen to 50 million songs in the highest
quality audio formats available, HD, UltraHD and 3D. This smart
speaker adapts to any room, automatically sensing the acoustics of
your space, fine-tuning playback for optimal sound. The Alexa Studio
can connect with other devices in your house as an intercom, keeping
in touch with family members. For privacy, just press the mic mute
butten and Alexa will be unable to hear you, or interact with you.Value: $200
Contributed by Will and Mary Ann Grignon
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The Ultimate Dog Care Package
This care package for your dog includes Healthy Breeds Daily Care
Oatmeal Shampoo and Wipes to Freshen up your pup’s coat at home with a
bottle of 8 ounce gentle Deodorizing Shampoo and 70 Aloe & Oatmeal
Grooming Wipes. In addition, the package includes the FOLD-A-BOWL
PORTABLE PET WATER BOTTLE AND BOWL. This portable water container has
a 26 ounce capacity with a cover that folds up to create a bowl. The
unit has a wrist strap for carrying and easy Push-button closure. Show
your love and respect for your four footed ultimate friend and
companion.Value: $50
Contributed BY: GEORGE HOLLIDAY.
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Cozy Comforts Package
Includes a soft purple throw–50 by 60 inches; 2 pair of Laura Ashley
pink and gray socks; a bergamot candle (3.5 ounce) and a lovely bar of
lavender soap (10.5 ounce).Value: $21
Contributed by Sherri Crum.
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The Holiday Season Package of Cheer
Soon the holiday season will be upon us, a time of cheer and
celebration. Though we can’t provide a basket of Lehigh Valley wines
this year due to Pennsylvania’s alcohol shipping restrictions, We the
Swartz’s have a work around. Our holiday season package of cheer
includes a one hundred-dollar Pennsylvania state store gift card. But
you’ll need a few snacks to go along with your cheery beverages, won’t
you? So our package also includes a twenty-five-dollar CVS gift card.
Why CVS? Because there’s virtually a CVS store in everyone’s
neighborhood, so let’s make the holiday season a little cheerier and
your shopping a little mor convenient. Wishing you the best of the
holidays from Tony and Carol Swartz.Value: $125.
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Braille Sudocu Set and 2 volumes of puzzles
Sudocu is a game of numerical strategy. This board is engeniously
designed for ease of tactile play. The set Includes a quality made
wooden playing board with braille number tiles. The board is a 9X9
grid divided into 9 individual squares measuring 3X3. Each braille
number peg is marked with a raised line at the top and an indent at
the bottom. The entire set is compact in size and can easily tuck into
a backpack. Included, two braille volumes of Sudocu puzzles.Value: $55
Contributed by Thomas Burgunder
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Two Glass Over-lays for the iPhone 8 or SE-20
For your own peace of mind, provide your phone’s screen with the
ultimate protection.. Never worry again about scratches or, worst of
all, a cracked screen.Value: $25.
Contributed by Cathy Long.
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Two dozen homemade cookies from Elaine’s Kitchen
Who doesnt like cookies? Enjoy one dozen Chocolate Chip cookies and
one dozen Snicker Doodles, made with love by one of our own!Value: Priceless
Contributed by Elaine Young
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One Hundred Dollar Amazon Gift Card
Gee, now what could you possibly get with this gift card? If it’s
Amazon, then I think the only limit is your own imagination.Value: $100
Contributed by the York chapter.
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Sangean PR-D17 AM/FM-RDS Portable Radio Specially Designed for The
Visually Impaired
This black radio is equipped with Helpful Guided Voice Prompts, 10
Station Presets (5 AM, 5 FM), Stereo/Mono Switch, Alarm Timer,
excellent reception and stereo audio performance, with auto scan
stations. The radio has a large easy to read LCD display with
backlight. Set an alarm with a buzzer or the radio, with HWS (humane
wake system) and an adjustable sleep timer. You’ll love the sound with
five full range speakers. Stereo headphone output and ac adapter
included.Value: $82
Contributed by Jule Ann Lieberman
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The Ultimate Tailgate Pack
This duo of items is perfect for tailgating or just a day at the park
or beach. First, the insulated stainless steel blue bottle holder
keeps beer colder longer and protects from breaking. Just crack open
your favorite 12-ounce bottle of beer, unscrew the bottom of the
bottle keeper, and slide your open beer in. The bottle keeper cap
seals the inner bottle and keeps it fresh and cold. After all, life is
just too short to drink warm beer. Cheers!The second item, the AmazonBasics Portable Bluetooth Speaker provides
8 hours of battery life to Stream music, podcasts, and more from your
smartphone or other compatible device. With a wireless range up to 33
feet, the rectangular-shaped cordless speaker makes an ideal choice
for streaming audio whether working in the yard, camping, hosting
outdoor parties and indoor soirees, or simply relaxing at home. In
addition to its Bluetooth connectivity, there is also a 3.5MM
auxiliary in jack for connecting non-Bluetooth audio devices. Color:
Black, Dimensions: 6.3 by 1.5 by 2.6 inches.Value: $65
Contributed by Rose Martin.
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Three dozen homemade chocolate chip cookies
Chocolatey and delicious, Fresh as they can be, because they’re baked
after your winning bid. With or without walnuts, you give the orders
and enjoy.Value: priceless
Contributed by Cathy Long.
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Qi Wireless & Solar Power 10,000mAh wireless power bank with solar
capabilityThis isnt just any ordinary power bank. Its also a charger, compatible
with both iPhones and Samsung Galaxy phones and all QI enabled mobile
devices. The battery can be used wirelessly by just placing your
device on the designated spot, by plugging in a device with a USB
cable or in just the right circumstances, through solar power. In
addition, the battery is rugged, non-slip and comes with a built in
high powered flash light and complementary compass kit.Value: $29
Contributed by the Hank Bloomberg Chapter
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Talking Infrared Personal Non-Contact Thermometer
Taking your temperature or that of a family member was never easier
with this non-contact, easy to operate, infrared talking thermometer.
To have the temperature announced by a crisp female voice, simply
press the long button on the front of the thermometer. A three beep
tone is sounded just prior to the temprature announcement, and a
single tone indicates shut off. Hold the unit 2 to 4 inches off of the
forehead and wait a few seconds for the results. Features include
temperature announcement in either English or Spanish, fahrenheit or
Celsius, voice toggle on or off, 32 memory recall, and Automatic power
off. Powered by two AA batteries, not included.Value: $49.
Contributed by Washington County Chapter.
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Four Dozen Pizzelles Cookies
These native Italian cookie treats Made from an old family recipe will
melt in your mouth And overwhelm your taste buds. Made fresh on the
day before shipping to the winning bidder.value: priceless
Contributed by Judy Zaken
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The Orbit Writer
Includes USB Cable, small carrying pouch, large carrying pouch, and
training materials. This braille keyboard device is the perfect
companion to any smart phone or computer It workse with any smart
phone or computer right out of the box and connects seamlessly. The
Orbit is light weight and compact enough to carry around in your
purse. The urgonomic keyboard is quiet, has navigation keys and uses
intuitive key strokes, no gestures necessary. Read emails, send text
messages, browse the internet, control your computers and smart
phones. This device can connect wirelessly to five devices and to one
device via USB port. One battery charge lasts up to three days and the
battery is charged in just 2 hours. Supports multiple languages. The
device weighs 3.2 ounces and measures 6.2 by 3.2 by .3 inches.Value: $150
Contributed by GTCB
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Kitchen Towels (2 pack)
This package includes: two white and gray striped kitchen towels, one
potholder and one oven mitt (from Master Cuisine) and two matching
hand knit dish cloths.Value: $18
Contributed by Sherri Crum.
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Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter
Please don’t tell me that you have your screen reader playing through
your main computer speakers! Don’t mix your audio! Instead, here’s an
inexpensive way to route your screen reader through this Plug and Play
USB sound card. No drivers required. Supports up to 24-Bit 96Khz
Playback audio and recording. The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 drives a wide
range of headphones and microphones, from mobile phone earbuds and
gaming headsets all the way to more expensive studio-grade headphones.
Also the downloadable Control Panel software also includes optimized
profiles for selected earphone brands.Value: $22
Contributed by B&R Computers.
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Two lock-&-Lock glass loaf pans with plastic lids, color purple
From freezer, to refrigerator, to oven, to table, these glass loaf
pans are perfect for storing, baking, and serving. Make your life a
bit easier with lock-&-lock loaf pans. Dimensions: 10 and a quarter by
6 and a quarter by 4 inches in depth.Value: $15.
Contributed by Cathy Long.
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BOSE SOUND LINK COLOR SERIES II BLUETOOTH PORTABLE SPEAKER
From the pool to the park to the patio, enjoy booming Bose sound
wherever life leads you. This Bose Bluetooth speaker packs bold sound
into a small, rugged package with a soft-touch silicone exterior that
makes it easy to pick up and go. Pairing is simple with voice prompts
to walk you through the connection process, while the free Bose
Connect app helps you easily manage Bluetooth connections, unlock
features, and access future updates. Additional features include
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, replaceable by Bose only; built-in
microphone for speakerphone function; universal micro-B USB port and
auxiliary input.Value: $130
Contributed by George Holliday
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“Stop: it’s the law” tee shirt
This dark blue tee shirt has a stop sign that says “STOP” and below it
are the words “It’s the law”. There two figures – one is a person
walking with a white cane, the other, a guide dog and handler. The
shirt is also quite tactile. While this shirt is marked XL, it runs
quite small. Pagdus members, we’re looking at you!Value: $16
Contributed by Elaine Young
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$150 Credited to Your Aira Account
Hey, all you Smart Phone users, do you want Add on minutes for your
Aira Account? Do you have a guest account and now want to have more
access than One free call in twenty- four hours or any promotional
offer in effect from Aira? Chris and Doug Hunsinger are offering a
$150 AIRA Gift Card at this auction. You can use it to pay toward a
new or active monthly subscription, or you can change your
subscription level or you can use it to buy additional minutes if you
already have a subscription. It’s your Choice. The Gift Card will be a
dollar balance added to your AIRA account after the Auction. We will
need to have the phone number associated with the AIRA account so that
we can credit the balance to your account. Happy exploring!Value: $150
Contributed by Chris and Doug Hunsinger.
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Fire HD 8 Tablet & Show Mode Docking Charger
The Fire HD 8 Tablet is great for entertainment and down time. Stream
movies, watch videos, download apps and E-Books, watch TV shows, play
games, listen to music and all with faster response resulting from a
vibrant 8 inch HD display, 2X the storage, 2 GB of RAM, and 30% faster
performance thanks to the new 2.0 GHz quad-core processor Best of all,
Alexa connects you to the information, entertainment, and people who
matter most with just your voice. Included in this package is the
docking station Charger.Value: $130.
Contributed by Bob and Sue Lichtenfels.
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$50 gift Certificate from www.nuts.com
nuts.com, your source for the largest variety of premium Bulk Nuts and
seeds, Dried Fruits, Healthy Snacks, and Gifts; and when we say
variety, we’re talking organic Nuts,, Beans, grains, lentils, Dried
Peaches and Apricots, White Chocolate Toffee Cashews, Honey Sesame
Sticks, Organic Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds, Apple Pie Almonds,
French Roast Coffee, breakfast and snack bars. From the healthiest to
the most sinful of treats, the choices seem limitless. When you visit
the website with your gift card in hand, well, let the drooling begin!Value: $50
Contributed by Lisa Salinger.
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Amazon Echo Show 8 — HD smart display with Alexa
The echo Show takes the home assistant to the next level. You can
connect with people via hands free video calls, intercom with other
echo devices in your home, watch television shows and movies through
Prime Video, HULU, MBC and more. Listen to music streamed from Apple
Music, Spotify, etc. Perhaps most amazing is the Show and Tell feature
whereby a person with vision loss can hold an item up to the show
camera and ask Alexa to identify it and she will do so. She can
identify common boxed and canned items. Concerned about your privacy?
The audio mute button and a shutter for the onboard camera provides
all the security you’ll need. The Echo Show is also equipped with
voice View, a screen reading feature much like apple’s voice over.
Finally, this newest iteration of the Echo also has screen
magnification and screen color changing capability. The device
measures 7.9 by 5.4 by 3.9 inches and weighs 36 ounces.Value: $130.
Contributed by GTCB.
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One full sized loaf of banana bread
Here’s your last chance to bid for a most scrumptious treat from
Cathy’s oven. Her baked goods are renown, so bid or miss out.Value: priceless
Contributed by Cathy Long.
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Seneo Dual charging Stand
This is the perfect gift for Apple fans. The Seneo 2 in 1 wireless
charger combines the wireless charger with a Holder, and storage
compartments to rid your space of messy cables. Compatible with iPhone
11/ 11 Pro/ 11 Pro Max/XS/XS Max/XR/X/8/8P or new AirPods and Apple
watches (Apple Watch charging cable is not included); Airpower
wireless charging case is required but not included Qc 3. 0 wall
adapter included: The fitted QC 3. 0 wall adapter accelerates the
charging speed, faster than the conventional adapter. The donor has
included in separate packaging a charging cable for the Apple iWatch
and a wall USB/AC adapter 15 W.Value: $48
Contributed by Jule Ann Liebermann
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$25 Visa Gift Card
It’s money in your pocket after all, so use it anywhere, buy anything.
Value: $25
Contributed by PRC
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NoCry Cut Resistant Gloves, size large (E-Book included)
Have confidence chopping and slicing with gloves made of materials
four times stronger than leather. NoCry cut resistant gloves let you
handle your grater, knives, and mandolin slicer while worrying less
about injuring your hands. These gloves fit like a second skin and are
made of food safe ultra high molecular weight polyethylene, fiber
glass and spandex. The gloves are light weight and stretchy and have a
non-slip grip for safety and ease of function. It should be noted that
while the NoCry gloves are cut resistant, they are not cut proof so
remain careful while preparing food.Value: $12
Contributed by the Hank Bloomberg Chapter
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Three Pack Kitchen Towels
In colors of turquoise and gray, this package includes: Three Real
Simple Microfiber Multi-purpose kitchen towels, Two pot holders and
one oven mitt from Home Collection, and two hand knit dish cloths.Value: $18
Contributed by Sherri Crum.
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Talking Infrared Personal Non-Contact Thermometer
Taking your temperature or that of a family member was never easier
with this non-contact, easy to operate, infrared talking thermometer.
To have the temperature announced by a crisp female voice, simply
press the long button on the front of the thermometer. A three beep
tone is sounded just prior to the temprature announcement, and a
single tone indicates shut off. Hold the unit 2 to 4 inches off of the
forehead and wait a few seconds for the results. Features include
temperature announcement in either English or Spanish, fahrenheit or
Celsius, voice toggle on or off, 32 memory recall, and Automatic power
off. Powered by two AA batteries, not included.Value: $49.
Contributed by Tom Burgunder.
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$50 Gift Certificate from GuideLights and Gadgets
GuideLights and Gadgets specializes in 3 lines of products, all
intended to assist in access to adaptive electronics, enhance
experiences for guide dog teams, and practical accessories for
organization and travel. In addition, GuideLights and Gadgets offers
random products that are included, just for fun! Working with
customers 1-on-1 GuideLights and Gadgets will assure the proper
selection of products to meet every customer’s needs.Value: $50 each.
Contributed by GuideLights and Gadgets.
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Tactile holly design Salt and Pepper Shakers
From Loving Touch Connections, you’ll love this set of hand painted
salt and pepper shakers with a textured and tactile holly design and a
Braille letter S or P for identification. Its just the thing for your
winter holiday Table.Value: $16
Contributed by Loving touch Connections, Kathy Keck
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Wooden Backgammon Set from Braille Book Store
Backgammon is a terrific game of strategy for all ages. This adapted
set is a self- contained well crafted, wooden playing board with
tactile pieces with dots, raised lines denoting places within the
playing board, and color contrasts for those with low vision. The
playing board is approximately 12 inches square and folds for easy
storage.Value: $30.
Contributed by Will Grignon
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Kizen Instapen Pro Instant Read Meat Thermometer (talking with
back light and calibration.)Take your cooking to the next level, achieving consistently good
results everytime you cook nearly anything. This innovative
thermometer Features an Ultra Fast Premium Probe – Capable of taking
temperatures in as little as 2 seconds with an accuracy of plus or
minus 1, degree. Cook your meats, baked bread, deep fried foods,
candy, soups, and beverages perfectly everytime! The instant read
temperature probe by itself would make a great buy, but the Kizen
thermometer goes even further with several unique and innovative
features that set it apart. The instant read is a talking thermometer,
it is water proof, has a built in back light, comes already expertly
calibrated and it retracks for safe and convenient storage.Value: $16
Contributed bythe the Hank Bloomberg Chapter
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Cooking for 60 Years with Newsreel
This cookbook compiled by Newsreel is jam packed with over 134
recipes, all submitted by members of Newsreel. Many of the recipes are
accompanied by stories describing why and how the recipe is important
to the contributor. The book is available in Braille, large print or
standard print.Value: $20
Contributed by the Newsreel magazine
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