Silent auction to benefit Friends of Downey City Library

“Christmas Around the World: A Pop-Up Book” by Chuck Fischer.

DOWNEY — Bids are now being accepted in a silent auction with proceeds benefiting the Friends of the Downey City Library. 

Bidding ends at 12 pm on Nov. 27; bids can be placed inside the Friends Bookstore located at the Downey City Library. 

Auction items include:

  • “The Book of Christmas,” Neil Philip; and “The Little Big Book of Christmas,” Lena Tabori. Illustrations of holiday and winter scenes adorn collections of stories, recipes, carols, poems, and more that capture the spirit of Christmas.  Minimum bid: $12.

  • “Rocky & Bullwinkle & Friends: The Complete Series.”  5 DVD set includes all 163 episodes in original broadcast order, starring Rocky, Bullwinkle, Boris, Natasha, Dudley Do-Right, Mr. Peabody and Sherman. This comprehensive collection includes every unforgettable adventure, insightful bonus features and an episode guide. Minimum bid:  $30 

  • “Christmas Around the World: A Pop-Up Book,” Chuck Fischer. Master pop-up artist Chuck Fischer's most glorious creation yet! Every spread is packed with a luxurious central pop-up image, removable booklets, and more. The text illuminates unique Christmas traditions, gift legacies, and portraits of mythic figures. A perfect holiday gift and treasured keepsake. Minimum bid:  $15

  • “Ruckman Reference Bible,” KJV (cowhide, in box), Dr. Peter Ruckman. Sixty years of Dr. Peter Ruckman's personal Bible study in one volume with notes and references. This is one of the only study bibles that does not change the King James Version - in note or in text. A great holiday gift!  Minimum bid:  $15

  • “The Jewish Spirit: A Celebration in Stories & Art,” edited by Ellen Frankel. A gloriously illustrated anthology of Jewish stories.  Selections range from traditional folklore to ancient and modern stories. Illustrating this vast and remarkable anthology is a dazzling array of art relating to the Jewish experience. Minimum bid: $9

  • “Twas The Night Before Christmas,” Clement C. Moore, illustrations by Jon Goodell; and “Georgie the Gingerbread Fairy,” Thomas Nelson. Two-book set featuring the popular ode to Christmas Eve which comes to life AniMotion windows; and Georgie the Fairy’s adventure making gingerbread with her friends. Minimum bid: $12

  • “John Fitzgerald Kennedy: A Life In Pictures,” Yann-Brice Dherbier. This lavish pictorial tribute brings together a collection of remarkable photographs, many never-before published, along with personal notes, campaign memorabilia, and reminiscences to chronicle the life and times of America's youngest elected president. Minimum bid: $9

  • “Santa’s Close Call,” Stella Gurney; and “Pete the Cat's 12 Groovy Days of Christmas,” James Dean. Two-book set about Santa just making it in the nick of time for Christmas, and Pete counting down the days to one of the most special days of the year!  Minimum bid: $12


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