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On November 22, 2014, friends and supporters of
the Piedmont Wildlife Center gathered at the
Durham Armory to help raise money for
the educational, conservation and wildlife
assistance programs sponsored by the PWC.
The 13th Annual Celebrate Wildlife Gala & Auction
featured an amazing array of items in the auction,
delicious food, and great music by Gregory Blaine and the band, Rootzie.
WCHL's, Aaron Keck, returned for a second year
to emcee the event. We were also fortunate to enjoy the experience and style of International Champion Auctioneer, Renee Jones.
Our net earnings were $25,500.00,
making this the most successful auction to date.
Join us in 2015!
Support the efforts of the
Piedmont Wildlife Center
Send your donation today to:
364 Leigh Farm Road
Durham, NC 27707
Thank you to all the volunteers
who helped make this event a success.
the Piedmont Wildlife Center gathered at the
Durham Armory to help raise money for
the educational, conservation and wildlife
assistance programs sponsored by the PWC.
The 13th Annual Celebrate Wildlife Gala & Auction
featured an amazing array of items in the auction,
delicious food, and great music by Gregory Blaine and the band, Rootzie.
WCHL's, Aaron Keck, returned for a second year
to emcee the event. We were also fortunate to enjoy the experience and style of International Champion Auctioneer, Renee Jones.
Our net earnings were $25,500.00,
making this the most successful auction to date.
Join us in 2015!
Support the efforts of the
Piedmont Wildlife Center
Send your donation today to:
364 Leigh Farm Road
Durham, NC 27707
Thank you to all the volunteers
who helped make this event a success.
Thank you to our sponsors Faithful Friends Pet Cremation Service, Carrboro Plaza Veterinary Clinic, Syd's Hair Shop, The Mini Gardener, WCHL 97.9 FM, HOCOA, Cat's Cradle, Raleigh Brewing, Pulcinella's, Whole Foods Market, Baba Ghannouj, The Fresh Market, Elmo's Diner, Carino's Italian Grill, Harris Teeter and Nanas
| Some of our nature ambassadors joined us throughout the evening. Events like the Celebrate Wildlife Gala & Auction are made possible by our sponsors and volunteers. Thank you to the bidders, and everyone who helped make this event a success. |
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| "Ivan", the Red-Tailed Hawk | |
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| Piedmont Wildlife Center is home to a wide variety of reptiles and amphibians living both in the wild and in our care. | |
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| "Jade", the green Rat Snake | |
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| "Athena", the Barred Owl | |
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| "Otus", the screech owl, is always a favorite. | |
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| "Penelope" Opossum makes her debut at the Gala | |
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| "Miracle" , the Frizzled Dove | |
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| Artwork created by Miracle was one of the items included in the live auction. | |
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| The Piedmont Wildlife Center's auction included
a diverse and appealing selection of items. Bidding events included a silent auction, live auction, raffles, lucky owls and more. New bidding techniques allowed people to bid before the Gala, and even remotely during the event if they couldn't attend. Thank you to all the individuals and groups who donated items. |
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| Aaron Keck reprised his excellent performance as the evening's emcee. | |
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| Renee Jones, an International Champion Auctioneer, brought skill and enthusiasm which helped make the live auction a singular success. | |
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| Piedmont Wildlife Center's Executive Director, Gail Abrams, demonstrates using the signed hockey stick from the Hurricanes. | |
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| Three very sweet volunteers assisted with the bucket raffle. | |
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| Technology was an important part of the event. Bidders could use their smart phones or stations provided by AuctionsByCellular, the managers of the silent auction. |
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| These items wowed the bidders. Many incorporated a "natural" theme, |
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| Photographs and paintings of wildlife were very popular. | |
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| Even the food often promoted the natural theme. | |
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| This year's auction featured artwork created by our wildlife ambassadors. These one-of-a-kind items were created ahead of the event, but Miracle created one on site. |
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| Bidders enjoyed a wide variety of personal items. | |
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| The live auction also included personal services like photo sessions. | |
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| The versatile band, Rootzie, performed throughout the evening. | |
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| Many, many volunteers are responsible for the success of the programs and events offered by the Piedmont Wildlife Center. We are so grateful for their enthusiasm and efforts. |
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| Thank you to our food sponsors for delicious entrees, desserts and drinks. | |
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| We are so thankful for all of our staff, volunteers and supporters. We could not pursue our mission without you. |
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| Executive Director, Gail Abrams, introduced her staff members and shared their duties and contributions [l-r] Sara Marshhauser Steffen, Mary Neese, Sarah Haggerty, Gail Abrams, Denise Bates, Karen McCall |
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| PWC Board of Directors [l-r] Kevin Wojcikewych, Derek Sanger, Jennifer Campbell & Dave Schell. | |
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Winner of the 2014 PWC Youth Environmental Leadership Award, Arianna Nicholson, could not attend because she was participating in another wildlife conservation event, further underscoring why she deserved the award. She sent a video acceptance message with her thanks. |
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| Michael "Fuz" Sanderson received the 2014 PWC Adult Environmental Leadership Award | |
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| Tim McKinnish brought his family and associate, Michelle Bertola, on stage to accept the 2014 PWC Business Environmental Leadership Award on behalf of Faithful Friends Pet Cremation Service |
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| Our sponsors help make the programs and events offered by the Piedmont Wildlife Center possible. We appreciate their ongoing support and generosity. Their support for the 2014 Celebrate Wildlife Gala & Auction helped make it such a success. Click the logo to visit their website. |
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Eagle Sponsors, $2,000 |
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Red Wolf Sponsors, $500.00 |
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Box Turtle Sponsors, $250.00  |
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See photos from other events.
One of the Many Interesting and Educational Classes Offered by PWC
Throughout the Year
Learning Modern and Traditional Ways to Carve Gourds |
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