The River of Time Museum’s annual Italian Fundraising Dinner with food and live and silent auctions is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 15, at 5 p.m. at the Fountain Hills Community Center.

An extra feature is a chance to win $100 cash. Just sign your ticket on the back. A drawing from all the tickets presented on the night of the event will determine the winner.

Advance tickets are now on sale. The price is $15 for one person or $25 for two. Tickets will be sold at the door but the price will be $15 each, so couples will save $5 by buying in advance.

Pick up your tickets now at Gridleys, Sami’s, Kay Kinder’s, The Fountain Hills Times office or at the River of Time Museum during its summer hours of 1 to 4 on Friday and 10 to 4 on Saturday.

Business donors of auction items since the last announcement include Desert Belle Cruises, Desert Stages Theater, Dolly Steamboat, Pink Tree Bakery, Shear Indulgence Beauty Salon, Sheriff Joe Arpaio, Pueblo Grande Museum and Wendy’s.

Many more have pledged to contribute and will be reported in the future. Donations from individuals include a $500 vase, Southwest decorative items, new coffee percolator, new single bed mattress, a doll house and much more.

Donations for the night’s auctions are being accepted through Aug. 8. Individuals may donate new or certified collectable items. Businesses and other organizations are encouraged to donate merchandise, services or coupons and gift cards.

Donation drop-offs may be made at the museum or call Debbie Skehen at 480-816-4186 to make other arrangements.