Whether you’re hoping to score some early Christmas gifts or are simply passionate about fundraising, Party on the Plaza’s silent auction has some one-of-a-kind items up for bidding.
Silent auction items will be on display for up-close viewing from 5-7:30 p.m. during Party on the Plaza Saturday, Sept. 28.
Those unable to attend in person can still support the event by donating or bidding on silent auction items. Online bidding goes live on Friday, Sept. 27. Every dollar donated directly benefits student financial aid.
Browse a few feature items
Treat Yo’ Self: Keep this one for yourself or gift it to someone you adore. This package includes two pieces of Kendra Scott jewelry: one silver necklace with a navy mother-of-pearl pendant and one pair of silver hoop earrings with red stone pendants, a $25 Cocoa Dolce gift card and one bottle of Newman-branded cabernet sauvignon.
Golf with Fr. Ed: You and two friends will join Fr. Ed Herzog for a round of golf (carts included) at Reflection Ridge Golf Course.
Cheers to the Chiefs: Enjoy the big game with this Kansas City Chiefs wooden embossed boxed set of Chiefs glasses, which includes stone cubes and tongs. This package also includes one bottle of Rieger’s 2023 Limited Edition “Chiefs NFL Champs” Premium Vodka.
Poker Night: It’s poker night! This package includes a portable, foldable round poker table top with chips and cup holders, poker chips in round carousel caddy, poker cards and bottle of premium bourbon.
Go Jets: Support the Newman Jets in style with this package that includes one Newman blanket, Jets hat, Newman license plate, one bottle of Newman-branded champagne and two Newman pint glasses.
Beau Monde Spa Treatment: Enjoy a little spa time with this Beau Monde HydraFacial with Megan and a scented candle.
Coffee with Friends: Anytime is a good time for coffee! This basket includes one Cuisinart 14-cup programmable drip coffee maker, one Cuisinart touchscreen burr grinder, one whimsical animals signature 6-mug set, one 12 oz. bag of Reverie Roasters whole bean “Moonless Midnight” and one 12 oz. bag of Reverie Roasters whole bean “The Pope’s Choice” coffee.
Go KC: It’s time for a road trip to Kansas City! While you’re there, check out a Royals game with 4 Diamond Club tickets plus parking, explore history with 2 passes to the National WWI Museum and book a stay at a Drury Hotel with a gift certificate good for a one night stay.
Get Building: Take a trip back in time as you build this LEGO Notre-Dame de Paris model, which follows the same order of construction and restoration as the actual Notre-Dame cathedral. The 4,383-piece display model measures over 13 in. high, 8.5 in. wide and 16 in. deep. We’re throwing in a bottle of Newman-branded cabernet sauvignon to enjoy during your build.
Live auction items
Several exclusive packages are up for grabs during the 2024 Party on the Plaza live auction. One lucky golden ticket winner ($100 for each golden ticket purchase) will receive the live auction item of his or her choice.
- Dinner with President Jagger
- Dinner with Bishop Carl Kemme
- Party in the Alumni Center (includes rental of the Alumni Center for up to 8 hours, 12 bottles of wine and $500 from Great Western Dining)
- Wooden side table handcrafted by Fr. Tom Welk
- Winspire trip to New York
- Winspire trip to Tennessee
- Advertising package from Eck Auto Group and Kyle Eck
More ways to give to Newman
Can’t make it to Party on the Plaza? Auctions not for you? There are plenty more ways to make a difference through generosity on our Newman website.
