I just wanted to pass this information along to all GLBers so you know about this upcoming auction at Petco Park on August 2nd. The Madres, a nonprofit organization that supports youth baseball and softball in San Diego County, is having an Auction event at Petco Park on Saturday, August 2nd. They only do this event once every couple of years, but is one of the largest fundraisers for them. So come out and check out the Auction tables (and I will be working at one of them, so you can come say hi).

Silent Auction: The main event  is a variety of 75 to 100 autographed items and baskets featured at the Home Plate Concourse (Sections 101 and 102) and in the Park at the Park area. Autographed items to bid on will include a Jake Peavy jersey, a Brian Giles bat, a Philip Rivers Chargers jersey, A Hall of Fame Tony Gwyn bat, a 2004 Starter Inaugural Jersey and mcu more. Baskets include gift certificates to lcal restaurants, hotels and activities.

The popular "Kids Table" will feature less expensive items, i.e. baseball cards and baseballs, for the younger fans to purchase in participation. I think this is the area that is in the Park at the Park.

It starts at 5:00pm when the gates open and concludes mid-game. All of the proceeds will benefit youth baseball and softball in San Diego County since that is what the Madres were founded for.