Fabulous Vacations Featured in Huge Silent Auction Sunday

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A week in a spectacular oceanfront castle in North Carolina, a week in the country’s most “kid friendly resort,” and a long weekend in an Ocean City highrise condo are among the exciting silent auction items available for bidding this Sunday, March 17, at the 11th annual Soup’r Sundaefundraiser for Grassroots.

Emerald Isle, North Carolina

The 8-bedroom vacation home in Emerald Isle, NC, features its own pool and Tikki Hut, hot tub, covered decks, and private walkway to beach. The house includes a media room, game room with pool table, and an elevator. It is handicap and pet friendly and perfect for all ages. Valued at $8,096, opening bids start at $4,048 for the week of Aug. 31-Sept. 7. Visit www.bluewaternc.com/vacation-rentals/properties/capers-castle

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Smuggler's Notch, Vermont

A 3-bedroom home in Smuggler’s Notch Resort in Vermont is available any week of the year, except holidays, and is an all-season vacation site. It is steps from the ski lift and a 300-yard stroll or shuttle ride to all resort amenities. Valued at $2,500, opening bids start at $1,250. Visit https://www.smuggs.com/

Ocean City, Maryland

The Ocean City getaway includes up to 4 nights in the Winter, Spring or Fall. The 2-bedroom condo is on the 22nd floor with views of ocean and bay. Valued at $600, opening bids start at $300. Visit https://www.facebook.com/quayoceancitymd/

More on Soup'r Sundae

The Faith Community Partnership of Bethany United Methodist Church and Glen Mar United Methodist Church and Wilde Lake High School are hosting the family event featuring soups prepared by area restaurants on Sunday, March 17, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at Wilde Lake High School, 5460 Trumpeter Road, Columbia, MD 21044.

Special St. Patrick’s Day features include a performance by the Teelin Irish Dance Company from 12-12:15 p.m., as well as scones from Renata’s Tasty Bites and other surprises. In addition to the silent auction with hundreds of items, there will be a 50/50 raffle, music and entertainment for children.

Admission is $20 per adult and $5 per child under 12 and includes unlimited soup and bread and ice cream. Over 600 people attended last year’s event, including 80 volunteers from Howard County high schools.

Tickets are at www.souprsundae.eventbrite.com or by contacting cathyvsmith@outlook.com. Tickets will also be available at the door for cash and checks made out to Grassroots.