42nd NHPTV AUCTION BEGINS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22nd @ 6 P.M.

–– Event Raises Funds to Support NHPTV’s Programs and Services ––

(DURHAM, April 16, 2015) – It’s time to get down to bidness on the largest and longest-running LIVE fundraising auction in New England! The 42nd New Hampshire Public Television Spring Auction runs from Friday, April 22 – 25 and April 29 – May 2 at 6 p.m. on NHPTV PRIME and online at nhptv.org/auction! Every year the NHPTV AUCTION promotes thousands of small and large regional businesses, local artists, restaurants, vacation spots, and recreational opportunities during this event that connects NHPTV with community supporters. Businesses around the region generously donate items and services, and favorite radio and TV personalities and community leaders serve as guest auctioneers. And, our volunteers make it all happen! Online bidding at nhptv.org/auction is already underway on exciting and unique items, including:
  • A 2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid Sedan, which offers industry-leading hybrid technology and amazing fuel economy, donated by Your New England Toyota Dealer
  • A Windows to the Wild experience with Willem Lange and the crew!
  • Getaways galore! Go to the Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bar Harbor Inn, Attitash Grand Summit Hotel and more!
  • Items for sports enthusiasts, your home and gift ideas are featured during Auction theme nights. Bid on an autographed baseball from the Red Sox’s Pablo Sandoval and an autographed puck from Matt Bartkowski of the Bruins. Bid on a garden cart from Clark’s Grain Store, a table from Chilton’s Furniture, a fresh flowering plant from Pleasant View Gardens, and many beautiful handmade items!
  • Unique works of art:  Preview beautiful works by local artisans on the Virtual Gallery at www.nhptv.org/auction. Bid online for jewelry, stoneware, framed paintings and photographs, and other handcrafted pieces. These juried items and many more are offered during Gallery Night, Wednesday, April 29th.
AUCTION THEME NIGHTSWednesday, April 22 - Retro / Tie-DyeThursday, April 23 - TropicalFriday, April 24 - How-ToSaturday, April 25 - Favorite Hat / Downton AbbeySunday, April 26 - [Online Auction nhptv.org/auction]Monday, April 27 - [Online Auction nhptv.org/auction]Tuesday, April 28 - [Online Auction nhptv.org/auction]Wednesday, April 29 - Black Tie / GalleryThursday, April 30 - Home, Garden & AgricultureFriday, May 1 - SportsSaturday, May 2 - Auction FANaticAuction enthusiasts everywhere can enjoy the Auction buzz and bidding via a live videostream at www.nhptv.org! This year’s goal is $350,000, which will support NHPTV’s quality programs and services. “With hundreds of generous donors and excited bidders, NHPTV is able to raise funds to keep our viewers’ favorite programs on the air. We’re grateful to everyone who helps make this one-of-a-kind event possible,” notes Director of Auction Judy Pinkham. “And the hundreds of dedicated volunteers who help us each year – they’re key to making our Auction a success!”There’s still time to volunteer or donate. Call the Auction Office at (603) 868-4432 or go online at www.nhptv.org/auction. New Hampshire Public Television counts on each donation and bid to provide award-winning PBS and local programs, as well as educational and community services to Northern New England.

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Peter A. Frid
President & CEO
pfrid@nhpbs.org
603-868-1100

Dawn DeAngelis
Vice President & Chief Content Officer
ddeangelis@nhpbs.org
603-868-1100

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Carla Gordon Russell
Director of Communications
crussell@nhpbs.org
(603) 868-4339