North Shore Civic Ballet's Holiday Auction Opening November 7 with Proceeds to Train New Generation of Dancers

The North Shore Civic Ballet (NSCB), a nonprofit Dance Company based in Marblehead, Massachusetts, will kick-off its annual holiday online auction on November 7, 2016. Get your holiday shopping done early this year. The NSCB's auction web site page, www.biddingforgood.com/ballet, will open for bids on Monday, November 7 at 6:00 p.m. and continue through Monday, November 28, 2016 closing at 6:00 p.m. Proceeds raised from the auction will be used to provide dancers with the resources and training they need to study ballet in the North Shore region.

"The annual holiday auction raises needed funds for scholarships, new choreography, equipment, costuming and other resources that aspiring dancers in the region require to study ballet. Businesses, as well as patrons, benefit from participating in the auction because people have an opportunity to try restaurants and other experiences, such as plays, concerts, and cruises, among others that they might never have tried," said Judy Moynihan, member, NSCB board of trustees.

Bidders will find a range of items to purchase, including gift certificates and gift cards from retail shops and restaurants such as Marblehead House of Pizza and Mino's Roast Beef, tickets to the Boston Philharmonic and the Merrimack Repertory Theatre, jewelry from Jambu Jewelry, clothing from Pint Size and Up Marblehead, and services for sewing classes at Sewing Fun. Gorgeous apparel, hand crafted items, and much more will be on sale in the auction just in time for the holidays. Shoppers should visit the site frequently to view the new items added throughout the run.

"With the public's support and contributions to the holiday auction, we can make aspiring dancers' dreams come true. People can get involved by volunteering with the ballet company, asking merchants to donate a gift certificate or gift card for the auction, or making a purchase," said Paula K. Shiff, Artistic Director, NSCB.

Financial contributions are also welcome and may be made directly to the ballet company. The NCSB is a 501 (c) 3, tax-exempt organization and all contributions are tax-deductible as permissible by law.

Donations may be dropped off at the NSCB's home at the Marblehead School of Ballet, 115 Pleasant Street in Marblehead, Massachusetts, or call 781-631-6262 to schedule a pick-up.

For more information about the North Shore Civic Ballet, the auction, and volunteer opportunities, call 781-631-6262 or visit the organization online at http://www.havetodance.com/marblehead and http://on.fb.me/1wh3fnp.

About North Shore Civic Ballet Company

The North Shore Civic Ballet, a not-for-profit Dance Company based at the Marblehead School of Ballet, has provided performances and arts education to the Greater Boston community for 42 years. Artistic Director Paula K. Shiff and Associate Director Florence C. Whipple founded the company in 1974.

The NSCB is home to an ever-changing group of talented dancers made up of both seasoned professionals and aspiring young dancers. For 11 years, Ivan Korn, resident choreographer, has created several works for the ballet company.

For further information about NSCB, call 781-631-6262, send an e-mail to msb@havetodance.com or visit http://www.havetodance.com/marblehead/nscb.html. Follow the organization on Facebook at http://on.fb.me/1wh3fnp and get updates on Twitter at http://bit.ly/1LMbqhl

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