Hospice & Community Care's Labor Day Auction will be held at the Solanco Fairgrounds, 101 Park Ave., Quarryville, on Saturday, Sept. 4, and Monday, Sept. 6, beginning at 7:30 a.m. The auction, presented by Rodgers & Associates, is in its 37th year and is free to attend. It will feature locally-made food, specialty auctions and more. Proceeds will benefit patients and families receiving hospice care, palliative care, and grief support.

Three specialty auctions will be held on Saturday. The Art Auction, sponsored by Evans Burial Vaults, will highlight original paintings from well-known local artists. Also, auction-goers can purchase a day of care to provide care for one patient at the Day of Care Auction, sponsored by Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. The Tool Auction, sponsored by WIOV, 96.1 SOX, Warm 103.3, and NewsTalk 93.9, will spotlight new and used power and manual tools donated by local construction companies and individuals.

A high-end auction on Monday will include vacations, fine jewelry, handyman services, unique experiences, and handcrafted items. Specialty auctions that day will feature sports memorabilia and a dedicated quilt auction. The Sports Auction, led by hospice volunteer Ed Flick and sponsored by Blue Ridge Communications, will showcase items from regional, state, and national sports figures with guest auctioneer and Sports Talk host Eric May. A specialty Quilt Auction will include hand-quilted pieces from Amish people, quilting groups, and volunteers, as well as gently-used quilts in all sizes.

New this year is a flea market-style sale of plants, sponsored by The Gilded Lily, and used items. These will be sold at fixed prices, so auction-goers will be able to make immediate purchases. Hospice & Community Care has also added a drive-through food options, including sandwiches, chicken barbecue, rib dinners, and sweet treats.

Hospice & Community Care has been partnering with local businesses, individuals, the Amish community, and volunteers to grow the auction event over the past 37 years. This year there are nearly 80 sponsors. For a schedule of events and a listing of items up for bids, visit http://www.labordayauction.org or call 717-295-3900.