April 21, 2021: The James Blackstone Memorial Library wants to help you re-discover the world around you, sharing unique experiences with family and friends. The library is hosting an online auction of experience packages, beginning May 3. Proceeds from the auction will benefit the Blackstone Library, supporting the essential access to resources and programs the library provides.

The Bid for Blackstone auction runs May 3-15, and offers exciting packages of experiences filled with something for everyone and every budget! Bid on private outdoor floral design class for you and five friends, wine & beer tasting experiences, a family photoshoot, restaurant gift certificate bundles, a family membership to the Soundview YMCA, and a hot air balloon ride for four! Can't wait to get your hands on an experience? Each package has a "Buy-it-now" price, too.

You can see all of the available experiences at charityauction.bid/blackstone . Register at the site ahead of time to be ready to bid on opening day.

The Blackstone Library is grateful to everyone who donated to Bid for Blackstone: Adventure Park at Storrs, Betty Ann Donegan, Branford Dental Associates, Branford Garden Club, CT Voyager Balloons, Elm City Party Bike, Esterina Francesca Anderson, Polly Fitz, Gouveia Vineyards, Cheryl Kaiden, Romi Kaminskas, Mary-Rita Killelea, Ed Kirk, Elements Massage, High Rollers Bowling, Eunice Lasala, Beth Law, Marc-Anthony Massaro & Branford Art Studio, Mohawk Mountain, Pine Orchard Country Club, Patricia Sanders, Soundview YMCA, Stony Creek Brewery, Thimble Islands Cruise, Town Fair Tire, and Tricia Bohan Photography, plus many local restaurants. Visit the auction website to see all of the amazing packages of experiences and get ready to bid!

Auction opens May 3, closes May 15 at charityauction.bid/blackstone