The LAVA Auxiliary Silent Auction benefits veterans SEMPER K9 'Second Chances' for both veterans and rescue dogs. Donations of new or slightly used items are welcome and will be displayed at the HFC for residents to place their bid. "Call Chris Graves to make arrangements for drop off or pick up of your items." You could be the lucky winner of the "Patriotic Tree" filled with $100 worth of Lotto tickets. See LAVA Auxiliary article in October LA Times as well for more details.