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WPBS-TV Fundraising Auction Registration and On-line Preview Starts Today

WPBS AuctionWPBS-TV, the PBS affiliate serving Northern New York and Eastern Ontario with the finest public media content, announces the kick-off the WPBS Fundraising Auction (formerly the “All Star Auction”) with online bidding open NOW.

The new version of the online Auction is as easy as a click via computer or mobile phone.  To register go to wpbstv.org/auction.  Registration is now open where you can preview all the items.  Online bidding starts on May 17th.  Anyone who is unable to access the online guide or needs assistance bidding, please call 315-782-3142 ext. 301 or ext. 319.

The live broadcast of the auction on WPBS will take place over 4 consecutive evenings from Thursday, May 20th through Sunday, May 23rd from 7:00 – 10:00 PM each evening except Sunday, May 23rd, which will air from 6:00 – 9:00 PM.  All items will close at 9:00 PM that evening.

Since 1958, WPBS has contributed to the quality of life across the region with the finest commercial free children’s programming, trusted news and current affairs, music and performance programs, stories of local interest, lifestyle and health series, and exceptional science and history documentaries. All of this has been made possible through the kind support of many community members and businesses.

The WPBS Auction is also a celebration of the many entrepreneurs and businesses in the region that donate to and support the auction every year. All proceeds help WPBS provide quality educational programs and initiatives.

The 2021 Fundraising Auction is presented by: White’s Lumber, St. Lawrence Health System and Independent Commercial Contractors