Silent auction to benefit Friends of Downey City Library

DOWNEY – The Friends of the Downey City Library hold a silent auction fundraiser each month and bids close at 12 p.m. on the last Saturday of the month. This month's auction will close on Saturday, Aug. 31.

In addition to in-person bids, the Friends also accept telephonic bids at (562) 299-6790. Winner need not be present to win. All proceeds pay for library programs and services.

1. Star Wars, English-Japanese Dictionary for Padawan Learners. This fully illustrated reference book has taken Japan by storm, shooting to the top of the bestseller lists. It's easy to see why, combining fun graphics with neat examples taken from the original Star Wars films. Minimum bid: $25

2. Leonardo da Vinci, written by various professors from the Universities of Munich, California, Milan, Rome, Paris, to name several. This three volume set includes: Leonardo The Inventor, Leonardo The Scientist, and Leonardo The Artist, which portray this polymath’s phenomenal talents. Minimum bid: $55

3. Roy Orbison, The Soul of Rock and Roll, by Orbison Records Legacy. This beautifully boxed set of four CDs includes a booklet of photos and recordings’ backgrounds. A welcome addition for most rock ‘n roll enthusiasts. Minimum bid: $40

4. PUNK 365, by Holly George-Warren. Explore this photographic collection documenting the performances, looks and attitudes from the pioneers of the New York and London punk rock music scene. Minimum bid: $20

5. Collier’s Junior Classics: The Young Folks Shelf of Books, Complete set (1-10). 1962 First Printing of this 10- volume set makes a wonderful addition to any home or classroom library. Minimum bid: $55

6. The Jerusalem Bible, Reader’s Edition. 1968 Printing. Minimum bid: $15

7. Time- Life Series: What Life Was Like. This collection includes: When Rome Ruled the World, The Roman Empire 100 BC-AD 200, In the Age of Chivalry, Medieval Europe AD 800-1500, and In the Realm of Elizabeth, England AD 1533 – 1603. Minimum bid: $20

8. Rome, History and Treasures of an Ancient Civilization, Stefano Maggi, Maria Teresa Guaitoli. Hard-cover, collector’s edition with gold lettering and embellishments. This book explores the legend history and archaeology of Rome. Minimum bid: $30