St. John Center knocked it out of the park with its fourth annual BaseBall held Saturday, Oct. 20 at Louisville Slugger Field. Preliminary figures for the event put net income at over $54,000, which represents a $12,000 increase over the budgeted amount of $42,500.

^{This happy group of guests at the Publishers Printing Company table helped St. John Center hit a home run at the fourth annual BaseBall held October 20 at Louisville Slugger Field.}

Contributing to the increase were the sale of more tables (37), twice as many auction items as the previous year, and better pre-event publicity.

^{Ann Hager, a St. John Center volunteer who suited up in a baseball cap, jersey and pants, shows the wares at her auction table to interested bidders.}

Many thanks to all those who attended the BaseBall and bid on auction items. A special thank you to hall-of-famer Fergie Jenkins and his right hand man Carl Kovacs who were on hand to sign autographs and pose for photos with fans. Fergie, who did not charge anything for the appearance, briefly addressed the crowd and spoke personally with many people. He also donated an autographed bat to the silent auction.

Let’s not forget all the companies and individuals who sponsored tables, attended the event, and bid on the wide selection of quality products and services available at the silent auction. Auction gurus Chuck Hendrix and Raymond Fehr did a spectacular job!

Emcee and SJC board member Kaye Thomas did a masterful job behind the microphone. The St. John Center staff was also on hand doing whatever was needed. The BaseBall is truly a team event. It is amazing what can be accomplished when a plan comes together for a great cause.

Please plan on joining us for the fifth annual BaseBall in October 2008. We’ll let you know when the date has been set. Please call 568-6758 for more information. Ask for Maria or Keith.