Mane Event 2022: What to Expect
Do I need to buy a ticket to bid on items?
Although we hope everyone will purchase a ticket to support SMS, you do not need a ticket to participate in the Mane Event 2022. Simply text 'ManeEvent22' to 76278 to get started. Anyone can register and place bids on silent auction items, so share our website URL and SMS details on social media with friends and family!
Bidding on our LIVE, or PREMIER, auction items is reserved for those that have a ticket.
Will there be "Live" Auction Items?
Yes. Our "Live" Auction items are Premier Auction items. Bidding for those items will be available only on Saturday, February 12th between 6:30 - 8:15p.m. (CST). These items will be available for preview at http://www.maneevent22.givesmart.com beginning on February 7th. During our Live stream broadcast, these items will close at specific intervals and this will be announced by our auctioneer during the live event, so you must be watching and use GiveSmart to participate! Be watching social media in the days leading up to the event, to see featured LIVE/Premier items.
Will there be Silent Auction Items?
Yes. As in past years, we will have a great selection of silent auction items, including favorites like: Signup parties, items for the home, men, ladies and kids, as well as SMS sponsored items and class art projects! Silent auction preview will begin Friday, February 4th and will officially open for bidding on February 7, 2022 at http://www.maneevent22.givesmart.com After the LIVE auction closes on February 12th, the silent auction will remain open until 9:00 p.m. (CST), giving everyone an opportunity to finalize their bids.
How do I pick up my auction Items if I am the winning bidder?
Gift cards and gift certificates for SMS families will be sent through backpack mail, or may be picked up. Physical items are available for pickup only. Winning bidders will need to pick up their items on February 16th in the PCC at St Matthew (same location as the used uniform sale). A signup genius will be sent to winning bidders to select a time for pickup.
What is the item called "Travel Around the World' and how does it work?
This item is a fixed price item and a limited number only are available for purchase. Purchase an item for $50 and win a randomly selected item worth $50 or more. Check the item description to see the possible prizes that you could win.
Will there be a Raise the Paddle/Paddle Call?
Yes. This year, Raise the Paddle will be allocated to further expand of our Fine Arts program, building on the enhancements from this year's Fun Run.
How will I know if I've been outbid?
You will receive a text message if you have been outbid.
Tip: Streamline and simplify your online bidding! Once you have completed your registration, you can set up an auto bid feature. You enter the maximum you are willing to pay for the item, and the system will bid incrementally up to the amount designated as long as someone else places a bid against you. If no one bids against your auto bid, the price remains the same. If the maximum amount you set is outbid, you will receive a text message and have the opportunity to increase your bid if you desire.