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The Merc's Online Charity Gift Auction

The 2010 Mercury Online Charity Auction is Over!

Thanks so much to everyone who donated to the auction and to everyone who placed a bid. You helped make the 2010 Mercury Online Charity Auction an overwhelming success.

This year's charity of choice is The Raphael House (raphaelhouse.com), a local nonprofit that assists survivors of domestic violence and their families!

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Mark Mothersbaugh-Signed Artwork (For The Music Lover!)

Donated by Douglas Winter Numismatics

Here’s something special for the Devo fan in your life: a super-rare piece of artwork (~~there's only one in existence!~~ Actually there are only three in existence, this is #2 out of three! Oh, so rare!) from none other than Mark Mothersbaugh himself! And that’s not all: Mothersbaugh has signed the piece, so your favorite Devo fan—or, if the case may be, you—has something unique to hang on the wall and cherish forever and ever! APPROXIMATE VALUE: YOU CAN’T PUT A PRICE ON ART, PHILISTINE!

Closed at $123.62

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Portugal. The Man Plays Your Party
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Langhorne Slim Plays Your Party
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Custom Pet Portrait
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Hey Mr. (Or Ms.) Director!
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A Glowing Review In The Mercury!
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I Need A Bike Lawyer!
Local lawyer Ray Thomas is the silver lining of any bike crash; this heart-of-gold attorney defends the rights of non-car road users and fights the good fight for safer roads… more »
Closed at $20.50
Pizza For You, Cupcakes For The Kids!
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Closed at $27.50
Ooh! Celebrity Autographs!
Impress your pals with the following items autographed by big-time celebrities: The season two DVD of Desperate Housewives, with an autographed photo of Andrea "Julie Mayer" Bowen! A Band of… more »
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Who You Callin' Chicken?
This is a small package that will make a perfect gift for the chicken-curious friend in your life. Pair a $25 gift certificate to the Urban Farm Store (2100 SE… more »
Closed at $34.00
You Smell Like An Angel!
Whoa, stud! Have you been working out? I thought so. Because your body looks amazing… but smells like a gym sock. You ought to get your hands on this four-pack… more »
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For The Ladies!
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His And Hers Hairdos
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