As of 8:00AM MST Monday, November 26, 2007, 85% of the many fine items featured in the auction catalog have been bid on.  The Legend Trail Charity Auction was a great success. Thank you all for taking the time to support Happy Trails for Kids, Legend Trail's Fifth Annual Holiday Charity Event for the benefit of Child Crisis Center-East Valley. Congratulations to everyone who:

• placed a winning bid
• generously donated an item for auction
• contributed financial support as sponsors
• invited family, friends and community to make their bid to build a better world

The live event, Happy Trails for Kids, takes place on December 1, 2007. Presented by Sterling Fine Homes & Land , Happy Trails for Kids will be a fun event for all to enjoy. Our auction items range from exotic vacation getaways to arts and crafts, all items guaranteed to delight and surprise. Proceeds from our auction events benefit Child Crisis Center - East Valley. Founded in 1981, the Child Crisis Center extends a helping hand to children and families in need. Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, their shelter and programs have provided aid and comfort to over 11,400 children. So, tell your friends, family, and colleagues. 

Admission to the December 1st gala is tax deductible and only $40 or $50 if purchased at the door. Tickets will be available at the Legend Trail Community Center starting October 1, 2007 or by calling Carole Carmosino at 480.556.1011. Checks should be made payable to Child Crisis Center - East Valley.

Food and beverages will be served throughout the evening.  Please support our outstanding food and beverage sponsors who have so generously donated to this event:

• Abuelo's Mexican Food Embassy
• Albertson's at Desert Ridge Marketplace
• The Bad Donkey
• El Paso BBQ
• Party Presentations
• Tonto Bar and Grill