By James Day
Main Street Bistro is spearheading a fundraising effort to assist the Silverton High band with its expenses for an upcoming tour in March in preparation for the League Band Festival.
A silent auction begins on Friday, Dec. 1, in conjunction with festivities surrounding the tree lighting ceremony in Town Square Park.
Auction sheets will be available for updates through Dec. 7, and Heather Bischof at Main Street Bistro said she is trying to put together packages of items with themes such as “Automotive,” “Downtown Dining,” “Treat Yourself” and “Date Night.”
Main Street Bistro, 201 E. Main St., will display the auction donations from area businesses, Bischof reported at the Nov. 15 Silverton Chamber of Commerce luncheon.
“We would greatly appreciate a donation from your business to help us build these baskets and have a successful fundraiser,” she added.
The auction will run through Dec 7 at 7 p.m. That evening, 25% of Main Street Bistro proceeds from 3 to 8 p.m. also will be donated to the program.
“The SHS band is dear to our hearts, as we employ one of its members (shout out to tuba players!),” Bischof said. “We thank you in advance for your generosity and support in this endeavor.”
