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GREETINGS
Good evening and welcome to tonight’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Takeover! This annual Fall Fundraiser is always a fun event for staff and committee members to pull together. It is our biggest fundraiser and one of the reasons we are able to offer so many community programs all year round. Money raised tonight will support the Next Generation Education Series, Arts for All, the WKP Kennedy Gallery, Free Family Films as well as other accessible programming.
It is also a unique opportunity to have an intimate experience of all the Capitol Centre has to offer – the Betty Speers Theatre will play host to Carl Dixon but also to any of you channeling your inner guitar hero. The WKP Kennedy Gallery showcases the work of 14 local artists; and you can purchase one of those pieces and have a North Bay original in your own home. Be sure to tap into the other creative talents you may have lurking beneath the surface be it karaoke, rock painting, or dancing the night away.
We could not do any of this without the support of our generous community sponsors and partners. We also have an incredible committee and team of volunteers who are a driving force behind making this event a success. This annual event enables us to offer outreach and educational programming and services to the community which otherwise would not be possible. So please, join us in some rock ‘n’ roll fun, visit our vendor tables for some delicious samples, and do what you can to support North Bay’s home for Arts and Entertainment. Thank you for your support!
Katina Connolly Executive Director
Patricia Spencer Fundraising Committee Chair & 1st Vice President, Board of Directors
AUCTION PROCEDURES
VIRTUAL AUCTION
We have over 60 items available to win in our virtual auction. Bidding is open now, and ends on Monday, November 4 at 12:00 pm. Scan the QR code to start browsing and bidding!
If you haven’t already, you will need to register to bid on the auction site or by using the QR code to the right.
Just click Sign Up on the right-hand corner of your screen to create your account.
LIVE AUCTION
We will be auctioning off four items from the stage immediately after the Carl Dixon performance:
SIGNED ELECTRIC GUITAR - Electric Guitar donated by Long & McQuade and autographed by artists throughout the 2023-24 Season. Value: Priceless.
CHEF’S DINNER EXPERIENCE - Chef prepared dinner for up to 8 guests donated by Savoir Faire Catering. Value: $1000.
ULTIMATE NIGHT OUT PACKAGE - featuring a dinner for two donated by Match Public Eatery, two tickets to Finger Eleven (February 19, 2025), and transportation throughout the evening donated by North Bay Limousine. Value: $1000.
REEL BIG CINEMA EXPERIENCE - Host your own private film screening for friends, family, or colleagues in our magnificent and historic theatre. You bring the movie, we provide our world-famous popcorn, bottles of water and the projectionist. Value: $1600.
SILENT AUCTIONS
We are excited to have two silent auctions running this evening – one in the Main Street entrance lobby, and the other in the WKP Kennedy Gallery.
Our Silent Art Auction features unique artwork created and donated by 14 talented local artists, and our prize auction features 6 items donated by generous local businesses. All items are available to win tonight!
Auctions close at 11:00 pm. If you are the winning bidder, you will be asked to pay for your item at the Box Office following the auction.
SILENT AUCTION ITEMS
SIGNED PHOTO OF THE TRAGICALLY HIP – Wow your friends with this signed photo of Canada’s own The Tragically Hip! This piece of music memorabilia includes the signature of none other than Gord Downie himself. Generously donated by The Hip Team. Value: Priceless.
WHITE CLAW CHIPPING GREEN – Practice your golf accuracy from the comfort of your own home! Generously donated by Mark Anthony Wines. Value: $150.
MUSIC LOVERS BUNDLE – Perfect for those wanting to start (or continue) their vinyl journey! Bundle includes an Audio-Technica AT-LP3 turntable, vintage Elvis Presley phone, Crash Test Dummies’ “A Worm’s Life,” and Beach Boys’ “Surfin’ USA” on vinyl. Generously donated by Autumn Records, Talbot’s Throwbacks, and an anonymous donor. Value: $490.
BBQ LOVERS BASKET – For all the grill masters out there! Basket includes burger press, deluxe grill light and timer, rotisserie skewer set, electric art lighter, grill tongs and brush, and imperial super flipper. Generously donated by Nipissing Propane and Appliances. Value: $280.
PARTY HOSTING GIFT BASKET – Host a party that will be the talk of your friend group for years to come! Basket includes stone/wood cheese board, tray, bottle of pinot grigio, scotch glasses, gin cocktail book, chocolates, DEN hat, two board games, candle, and napkins. Generously donated by the DEN Group (Designed Roofing, Essential Exteriors, Northland Glass & Metal). Value: $160.
BEER 101 TASTING EXPERIENCE – Enjoy a unique Beer 101 Tasting hosted by beer afficionado Nicole Parker, who brings her expertise from “Beer 101” to guide you through this one-of-a-kind experience.” Valued at $240, the experience is for 6 people
Your donation tonight supports the arts in North Bay
PLEASE BID GENEROUSLY
TONIGHT’S EVENTS & LOCATIONS
WKP KENNEDY GALLERY
CAPITOL KARAOKE (CLOSES AT 11:00 PM)
Sing your heart out and spread some joy! Donate $5 or more and turn your favourite tune into a feel-good anthem!
VIDEO DANCE PARTY
Relive the unforgettable fun of high school video dance parties with the amazing DJ services from Sellebration Productions!
SILENT ART AUCTION (CLOSES AT 11:00 PM)
Get ready to place your bids on one-of-a-kind masterpieces crafted by 14 amazing local artists! Don’t miss your chance to own something truly special!
BOOZE PULL ($20)
Grab a bottle of wine or your favorite spirit to keep the party going at home! Sip in style and support a great cause while you celebrate.
FOOD & DRINK
Moose’s Cookhouse Food Sampling, White Claw Beverage Sampling, Cash Bar
THEATRE LOBBY
PHOTO BOOTH
Strike a pose and show off your retro outfit in our fabulous photo booth!
RETRO GAMING
Get ready to leap into nostalgia and experience the epic thrill of Duck Hunt, Super Mario, Pac Man, and so much more!
TICKET PULL ($40)
Snag 2 tickets to an exciting upcoming performance or a 4-pack of tickets to a blockbuster Capitol Cinema screening.
FOOD & DRINK
Savoir Faire Custom Catering Food Sampling, Average Joe’s Food Sampling, Canvas Brewing Co. Beverage Sampling, Cash Bar
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MAIN HALLWAY
BIKER BETTY’S TATTOO PARLOUR
Feel like a rockstar with some (temporary) ink!
SILENT AUCTION (CLOSES AT 11:00 PM)
List of silent auction items available to win on previous page.
FOOD & DRINK
Farina Ristorante Food Sampling, Late Night Pizza courtesy of Domino’s (arriving at 11:00 pm)
BETTY SPEERS THEATRE
GUITAR HERO
Unleash your inner rock star! Donate $10 or more to join the fun and shred epic tunes. Highest score wins a gift card!
DOWNSTAIRS
COAT CHECK & WASHROOMS
EVENING’S SCHEDULE
6:30 – 7:30 Doors open, pre-show drinks and nibbles, Silent Auction
7:30 – 9:00 Carl Dixon’s Wild North Rock Show
9:00 – 9:20 Live Auction from the stage!
9:20 – 11:30 Food & Drink Vendors, Retro Gaming Den, Capitol Karaoke, Guitar Hero & Video Dance Party open
11:00 Silent Auction closes
11:30 50/50 Draw (WKP Kennedy Gallery)
12:00 Last Call
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE EVENT
This evening would not be possible without our dedicated Fall Fundraiser committee, Capitol Centre staff, and volunteers.
FALL FUNDRAISER COMMITTEE
Executive Director: Katina Connolly
Manager, Sponsorship & Fund Development: Lisa Krueger
Board Member & Fundraising Committee
Lynn Currie
Rick Currie
Elizabeth Evans
Chair: Patricia Spencer
Carolyn Guy
Christina Ralph
CAPITOL CENTRE STAFF
Jennifer Allison
Mariah Boehk
Megan Durocher
Emmanuelle Faucher
Natasha Glaser
Nathan Gray
Mary Hambley
Dana Hodgson
Wesley Jones
Katia Labranche
Corbin Losereit
Chris McCallum
Hannah McCallum
Dan Misturada
Kerri Morin
Andrew Morrison
Peetr Nickle
Cheryl Ouellette
Gina Sherry
Mark Sherry
Dilip Patel
Jake Reed
Matty Reid
Dave Ross
Leonard Roy
John Spencer
Diane Valade
Jessie White
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
FOOD SPONSORS
BEVERAGE SPONSORS
MEDIA SPONSORS
DECOR SPONSORS
Gordon A. Prisco, Kathleen N. Klein, Andrew D. Lawson, Stephania A. Sikora, Hugh C. McLachlan, Jeffrey L. Froud, Jessica L. Stickle, Brianne Levasseur (Student-at-Law), Paige Keen (Paralegal)
Proceeds from this fundraiser support our Outreach & Education Programs, including Free Family Films, the Next Generation Education Series, operating the WKP Kennedy Gallery with no admission fees, and our Arts for All program in which we provide complimentary tickets to not-for-profits and service groups so that patrons who may not otherwise be able to access the arts have an opportunity to attend events at the Capitol Centre.
