In the Community

More than 20 individuals attended, with notable items including a Peerless Ice Cream maker salesman's sample which was appraised at $300-400; a 14 inch tall German Santa candy container appraised at $400-600; and a multi-colored gold-filled pocket watch appraised at $200-300. The Kiwanis Club of Hershey/Hummelstown is a community service organization serving the children and communities of Hershey and Hummelstown, and the children and communities of the World. For more information about the Kiwanis Club of Hershey-Hummelstown, click HERE.

able, fun silent auction items generate contributions to assist local children in need.  As a result of the 2015 Shoe Strut, 450 pairs of shoes will be provided to local children, and almost $60,000 was raised to support local programs.  For more information about The Salvation Army Harrisburg Capital Region, please visit http://salvationarmyharrisburg.org.  Pictured below:  Ellen Miller, Melanie Hartman, Lindsey Henry, Amelia Rundle, and Erika Kelly attend the 2015 Shoe Strut.

Cordier Auctions and Appraisals was one of the event sponsors, and a team of ten walkers and runners, in addition to event volunteers, came to enjoy the event and support the cause.  The family of Brian Buehrle, a member of Cordier's staff and an apprentice auctioneer, led Team Cordier Auction in the race with his wife Anabelle coming in with a time of 33.14; Brian and his daughter Bella both came in with times of 33.17.  The race was followed by an after party that included music, snacks, and ice cream.

More than 400 participants registered for the The 5 K walk/run which raised funds for lighting projects in the City of Harrisburg.  Past projects include the Walnut Street Bridge relighting project, Allison Hill area lighting project, and Front Street lighting project.

More information about Lighten Up Harrisburg and the Glow Run can be found HERE.

 Highlights included a Currier & Ives National Union Republican Banner, printed in 1868 which sold for $1,200, two architectural elements from the former Harrisburg Telegraph Building that sold for $400, and a pair of brass end caps from the former state theater that sold for $225.  More than 60 individuals and companies donated items, money, time, and refreshments for the event.

 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Historic Harrisburg Association, whose mission is to advance sustainable communities, neighborhoods, and landmarks through education, advocacy, collaboration on issues of economic development, architectural and historic preservation, and cultural heritage tourism.  Cordier Auctions donated the use of their facility and auctioneers at 1500 Paxton Street in Harrisburg.  An auction committee of volunteers also put in countless hours to organize and execute the event.

 Additional information about the Historic Harrisburg Association can be found at www.historicharrisburg.com.