Hannibal-LaGrange to hold second Scarlet and Blue Auction on May 19

HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University will hold its second annual Scarlet and Blue Auction on Friday, May 19, in the Roland Fine Arts Center. Doors will open and the silent auction will begin at 5:30 p.m. The silent auction ends at 7 p.m., and the live auction will start. Heavy appetizers will be served throughout the evening. All proceeds from the auction will go toward HLGU’s annual fund.

In a press release, Lauren Youse, director of alumni services and development, said, “Last year’s event was received so well by our alumni and community. It was also a fantastic fundraiser for the school as we profited over $50,000. I’m excited to bring back this event this spring. I believe we will have great fellowship and fun, all while fundraising for the school we love.”

Admission for the event is $10 per person. Tickets can be bought beginning April 3 at www.hlg.edu. Tickets will be available for purchase in the HLGU Institutional Advancement office in the Burt Administration Building after April 3. Visit in person, call 573-629-3124 or email giving@hlg.edu.

The institutional advancement office is looking for additional auction items. If you would like to donate an item for the auction fundraiser, contact Youse at lauren.youse@hlg.edu, or by calling 573-629-3126. Anyone donating an item will receive two free auction tickets.