The District 214 Community Education Foundation continues its tradition this year as it ushers in the holiday season with its annual online auction fundraiser. The 2014 Online Auction is live on eBay today, November 23 through Tuesday, December 2. The online auction, a good way to jump-start your holiday gift shopping, offers over 100 exciting and affordable items including family packages, food and wine experiences, golf foursomes, health and fitness items, tickets to sporting events and theaters, travel destinations, autographed memorabilia, and much more. This year's auction will feature Lunch with District 214 Superintendent at Francesca's (in Arlington Heights). "I'm very excited to have lunch with the person who wins this package," High School District 214 Superintendent Dave Schuler said. "The fundraiser is a terrific opportunity for our friends and supporters to help us continue to make a difference in our community through the many vital programs and services offered by Community Education." Other exciting items include an indoor skydiving experience that creates true free-fall conditions from iFly in Rosemont, membership to Northwest Community Healthcare's top-notch Wellness Center, a one-hour sightseeing/introductory flight courtesy of Signature Flight Support, an original Tom Skilling weather map drawing, overnight stay at Marriott Hotel, several foursomes at area golf courses, signed sports memorabilia, and much more. "I encourage all the families and friends of District 214 to spread the word and support our auction. Your generosity will go a long way toward making somebody's holiday brighter and more meaningful this year, while improving the quality of life in our communities at the same time," Community Education Director Mike Field said. Proceeds from the online auction will benefit programs such as the Catherine M. Lee Women's & Children's, Adult Education & Family Literacy, Adult Basic Education, Intergenerational and Older Adult programs, and Cultural & Performing Arts. To bid, visit http://ce.d214.org/auction/ Avoid the crowd and the lines this holiday season...bid online and make a difference! For more information or questions, please call 847-718-7708/7799.