PADDLES UP – HAMMER DOWN

FOUNDATION CHARITY AUCTION

SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2014

“THE HORN RESTAURANT WILL BE NEW VENUE for Year Four of the Foundation’s Charity Auction, and is shaping up to be another great night out for all those who love the thrill of hearing their number called for Sold on the item they really wanted.  This year will be no exception with a fabulous line-up of items to be offered, some great laughs with our regular auctioneer Norris Oakes of Bangor and changes made in the setup all making for a fun night.  Moving this event up to The Horn Restaurant, will allow several days of setup time, on-site Hors d’ oeuvres, a cash bar, and tables where people can sit, keep track of their bids, and get some good old friendly rivalry going throughout the room when our bidders want to be the winner.

We extend to York’s of Houlton a great deal of thanks for letting us hold this event for the past three years at the dealership.  Their generosity got this event off on a really good footing and our new venue is just up the road a bit and just as easy to get to.  Also thanks to Joyce Transue who did a great job of bringing all the food and drinks for the night.  These efforts were more than appreciated by all of us,” said Elizabeth Dulin, Health Services Foundation,” Executive Director.  .

Current Foundation’s fundraising efforts will be focused on ~ Gentle Imaging – a new Ultrasound System for Houlton Regional Hospital ~.  This new system will bring to Houlton Regional the optimum in Ultrasound services.  Access to ultrasound could mean the gift of life to patients, image patients of various ages, sizes and encompasses a wide range of clinical areas.  Exams will assist in early diagnosis, treatment and patient follow-up.

“In addition to the number of pieces being donated by so many wonderful artists/craftsmen in our area, a number of items in this years event came from Goodrich’s Jewelry and will offer, “One More Chance” to own something that was in the store.  There will be delightful items especially for him, for her and for all kinds of occasions.  Delighting your taste buds this year will have everyone raising their paddles in pursuit of some really decadent edibles.

This night is a fun filled auction event and we know everyone will be pleased by a somewhat new lineup this year.  Items will fit everyone’s pocketbook so when the evening ends their will be lots of smiles as our winners pick up just the right piece(s) they wanted.  Items will be available for viewing on our website at www.healthservicesfoundation.org which lists current donated pieces and the site will be updated as more items are added, so visit and enjoy,” said Dulin.

The Foundation takes enormous pride in what we do to support our hospital, and work on a daily basis, to make sure that support never stops.  The world of healthcare can be a difficult one especially in rural areas such as ours, and it is imperative we keep our focus on keeping our hospital operating with the very best in services,” Dulin continued.

For further information regarding the Foundation, call 207-521-2147.

The Health Services Foundation – Providing “Excellence in Healthcare” to All Those We Serve