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THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 JINGLE BELL BASH SPONSORS
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THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 JINGLE BELL BASH TEAM 2025
Thelma Eley
Chair
JBB Committee
Autumn Hight
Alan Jackson
Landon Lane III
Elizabeth Thao
Amanda Hetzel
Hani Nassar
Katie Portwood
Mike Watson
Glitter Posse
Tamara Coley
Sallie Decker
Autumn Hight
Ray McKinnon
Annarria Moose
Katharyn Portwood
Katherine Rogers
Pam Walters
Ellie Wilson
Lynn Young
Thank you to our Board of Directors & Volunteers!
Board of Directors
Alexis Abernathy
Shuford Abernethy
Kitty Barnes
Maryfrances Carter
Arnita Dula
Thelma Eley
Alex Frick
Amy Hayes
Amanda Hetzel
Autumn Hight
Alan Jackson
Landon Lane III
Jeanne Lebens
Board of Directors
David Leonetti
Adele McCarty
Jerry McCombs
Alfred McCorkle
Dori Morrison
Katherine Rogers
Luther Rollins, Jr.
Michael Roper
Elizabeth Thao
Patty Thompson
Jamie Treadaway
Mike Watson
Volunteers
Tracey Bolick
Beth Brandes
Jeffrey Carter
Lara Crumpton
Erin Eley
Matt Ester
Evie Bell Hight
Lance Hight
Lutchia Johnson
Volunteers
Roxie Love
Glen McGee
David Millholland
Shelby Rae Moore
Victoria Morales
Debbie Sigmon
Jane St. Clair
Hailie Tagner
Elizabeth Taylor
JBB 2025 Culinary Artists & Caterers
We are thankful and honored to have these wonderful businesses participate in this year's Jingle Bell BASH event!
Click on each logo to learn more!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
39 years ago, Arts Culture Catawba needed money to pay off a bank loan. Some visionary leaders conceived of a drawdown raffle with the grand prize being a new Mercedes Benz automobile. The event has continued until this day, but in 2012, the name was changed to the Jingle Bell BASH (Benefitting Arts, Science and History), keeping the draw-down raffle concept but making the top award a cash prize.
A total of $12,500 in cash prizes will be awarded, including:
The Winner (Last number drawn) -- $10,000
First Runner up -- $1,500
Second Runner up -- $1,000
Door prizes for 1st ticket drawn, every 25th ticket draw and top ten non-cash winners
Through November 30th, each ticket is $140 and admits two people to the party. Beginning December 1st, tickets will increase to $150 so BUY EARLY! There are also sponsorship opportunities ranging from $1000 - $10,000. We will sell no more than 500 tickets.
Tickets may be purchased anytime online artscatawba.org/jinglebellbash. You may also write a check to Arts Culture Catawba with “Jingle Bell BASH” in the memo line. All checks must be postmarked no later than November 24th to receive the $140 ticket price. Beyond November 24th, checks must be brought to the office during regular business hours Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PLEASE NOTE: Our office will be closed November 27th and 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Attendees are treated to a tasting of delicious food from approximately 20 local restaurants and caterers, as well as unlimited beer, wine and nonalcoholic drinks. There are games of chance, photo opportunities, a silent auction, live entertainment and, of course, a chance to win cash prizes!
We see everything from casual to dressy casual to holiday attire. No formal wear is necessary. Just come dressed to have a good time! Visit the photo gallery on our Jingle Bell Bash 2024 page to see what everyone wore last year!
We are proud of our Silent Auction, featuring original art by local artists. It is a great place to do some holiday shopping. All proceeds from the Silent Auction go toward our Innovative Artist Grant, which offers artists critical funding for new projects that benefit the citizens of Catawba County.
Arts Culture Catawba
POLICY FOR DONATIONS TO SILENT AUCTION
JINGLE BELL BASH
Arts Culture Catawba (ACC) is grateful for donations to the Jingle Bell BASH Silent Auction, which funds our Innovative Artist Grant.
With the goal of a high-quality Silent Auction, we will accept donations with the following provisions:
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Donations of new home furnishings and original art will be emphasized.
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Artists (only) may opt to reserve 50% of the proceeds from their donated items under the following parameters:
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Donation must be an original work of art from the artist.
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Minimum value of an art piece donated for a 50-50 split must be $100. Artwork without a 50% reserve may be of lesser value.
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A minimum bid must be specified and agreed upon at time of donation and it will be noted on the bid sheet as “Per the Artist’s Request.”
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Original works by a donor who is not the artist will be accepted but will not qualify for the 50-50 split.
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Gift certificates for services are appreciated, but only with a minimum value of $50, and are not eligible for a 50-50 split.
All donations must be made and in ACC’s possession at least 2 weeks before the day of the event.
Unsold items may be returned to the donor, stored for the next auction or donated to another nonprofit organization, at the discretion of ACC. If returned to the donor, unsold items must be picked up from ACC’s office within one week after the event.
Arts Culture Catawba is a local arts agency founded in 1960. We promote, nurture, and fund excellence in individuals and organizations who provide creative experiences that enrich the lives of residents and visitors. We do this by providing operating and project grants, marketing - particularly through Catawba 365, leading advocacy efforts, offering professional development opportunities and setting cultural policy for the county.
We receive money from state and local government, from our annual United Arts Fund and Sustainability Society, and, of course, from our signature annual fundraising event, the Jingle Bell BASH.
Please go to our website at artscatawba.org/donate and make a contribution to our United Arts Fund campaign, which provides vital operating support for organizations like Catawba Science Center, The Green Room Community Theatre, Hickory Choral Society, Hickory Community Theatre, Hickory Landmarks Society, Hickory Museum of Art, Historical Association of Catawba County, and Western Piedmont Symphony.
When purchasing tickets online, you will have the option to purchase entries into the Online Half and Half Drawing. The winning amount will be based upon how many entries are sold (half of the pot). Your entry number(s) will be emailed to you and the check-in table will also have your number(s) at the event if you need a reminder. Towards the end of the event, the winning entry will be randomly drawn from the stage. You do not need to be present to win.
1 Ticket is $10 / Bundle of 3 Tickets is $25.
Note: This game is ONLY available for purchase online up to noon the day of the event. You may not enter into this drawing at the event.
There are four other games of chance that will be available to play at the Jingle Bell BASH! All games are $20 each. Vendors will accept cash or $20 Game Vouchers, which can be purchased with credit/debit at the front table. Below is an explanation of each game:
Wreath of Fortune
Look for the roving wreath stuffed with lottery tickets…$300 worth of lottery tickets! How much are they worth? A million bucks? No one knows! Pay $20 for each entry into the drawing. You do not need to be present to win.
Wine Pull
Look for the table of gift wrapped wine bottles. Pay $20 to pull each bottle and take it home. The bottles are wrapped to conceal their label (no peeking!), but you may choose between red, white, and sparkling wine. The value of the wines will vary so you don’t know what you might get! You must be present at the event to participate.
Bingo Board
Look for the large white Bingo Board. 100 squares are being sold for $20 each. The winner keeps half the prize - $1,000! Once the board is sold out, squares will be eliminated on the main stage until there is one winner. Warning: this one usually sells out within the first hour of the event so buy early. You must be present during the drawing to win.
Golden Ticket
Look for the Golden Ticket table. Pay $20 for each entry into a random drawing. The winner will win an experience package with several local cultural organizations (more information to come). You do not need to be present at the drawing to win.
Look for the roving wreath stuffed with lottery tickets…$300 worth of lottery tickets! How much are they worth? A million bucks? No one knows! Pay $20 for each entry into the drawing. You do not need to be present to win.
Look for the table of gift wrapped wine bottles. Pay $20 to pull each bottle and take it home. The bottles are wrapped to conceal their label (no peeking!), but you may choose between red, white, and sparkling wine. The value of the wines will vary so you don’t know what you might get! You must be present at the event to participate.
Look for the large white Bingo Board. 100 squares are being sold for $20 each. The winner keeps half the prize - $1,000! Once the board is sold out, squares will be eliminated on the main stage until there is one winner. Warning: this one usually sells out within the first hour of the event so buy early. You must be present during the drawing to win.
Thank you to our Amazing Contributors!
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Thank you to all of our Silent Auction Donors!
5th Street Flowers
Appstate Athletics
Art by Maria Register
Arts Culture Catawba
Azalea Design + Craft
Backstreets Bar & Grill
Ellen Ball
Amanda Bentley
Bisque Boutique
Traci Blasko
John David Brown III
Bubbly's
Bottega
Stephen Brooks
Maryfrances Carter
Catawba Science Center
T. Rafael Cimino
Sally Clayton
Missy Cleveland
Crescent Moon
Melissa Crosson
Dash
Sally Decker
Tracy Gansrow
Downtown Newton
Richard Eller
Fourk
Andy Gills
Randy Gills
Groovy Girl Art & Studio
Barbara Haeme
Phil Hawn
Hayur Scalp Spa
Healthsmart Viewmont Pharmacy
April Hewitt
Hickory Balley & Performing Arts
Hickory Crawdads
Hickory FC
Hickory Landmarks Society
Hickory Museum of Art
Hickory Music Factory
Hickory Community Theatre
Greg Huffman
Barry & Allen Huffman
Harold Humphrey
Harris Janice
Meredith Janssen
Imagine One Hospitality
Ingrid Keller
Irina Khudyakov
Jeff Kiefer
Taylor King
Tyler King
Fanjoy Labrenz
Angel and Landon Lane
Minnie Lane
Larry's Music & Sound
Jeanne Lebens
Jordan McCracken
Amy McHugh
Lonny McSherley
Melissa Gibson Frame Gallery
My Chapter House
Narrow Gauge Coffee
Beth Oczkowski
Outdoor Supply Company
Scott Owens
Pho Lodge
Brandon Pope
Mary Rice
Redhawk Publications
SALT Block Foundation
Ellen Schwarzbek
Tracy Sherrill
Francis Simeni
Chris Sirois
Tonja Smith
Dan Smith
Julie Stephan
Teena Stewart
Strategic Wellness
Taj
Taste Full Beans
The New State Cinema
Elizabeth Thao
Patty Thompson
Jill Towery
Carol Turner
Vitality Anti-Aging Center
Joyce Vukela-Mayer
Western Piedmont Symphony
Wildskeins Yarn Company
Alison Willard
Kendra Williford
Liz Yang
Yoga With An Edge
Joe Young
Courtney Yount
Debra Zimmerman