Thursday, April 20, 2006, from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. at The Racquet & Tennis Club, 370 Park Avenue, New York City-- New York Junior League 2006 Spring Auction "Bid it out of the Park": Silent Auction, Live Auction, delicious hors d’oeuvres, open bar and music. This years Spring Auction benefited the 15th annual Playground Improvement Project at the Jackie Robinson Park. Named after the first African-American professional baseball player in the major leagues, this park was acquired by the City of New York and opened as a playground in 1911. The evening featured a Live Auction with items such as a 2-night stay at The Breakers Palm Beach, The Skip Barber Racing School and a Night on the Town package. The Silent Auction featured sports tickets and memorabilia, fashion and jewelry, health and beauty items, gift certificates for delectable restaurants and more travel packages. Proceeds from this auction will benefit the New York Junior League's charitable programs. PHOTO CREDIT: ©Manhattan Society.com 2006 by Gregory Partanio |tel:718.614.7740 |e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com