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Russell and Shirley Watson

ucppgmc — Wed, 28 May 2008 04:57:30 MDT

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Russell and Shirley always found time to dance during their annual barn dance and auction to benefit United Cerebral Palsy.

Irresistible pooch awaits bids for a new home

ucppgmc — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:09:28 MDT

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For the past three years a litter of puppies have found new homes at the Watson Family Barn Dance auction. (L to R) Russell Watson, The Honorable Joseph Vallario as auctioneer, and Shirley Watson. Susan Watson partially pictured holds puppy for all to see.

Eagerly awaiting donations

ucppgmc — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:08:07 MDT

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Volunteers, an important part of the Watson Family Barn Dance, are ready to accept donations. $4,700 was raised at the auction and approximately $6,100 was donated outright with funds still being received. Longtime volunteers are (L to R) Jessie Wilkinson, Lousie Garner, and Marie Robertshaw.

Alice Terrill puts a week at her Ocean City condo up for bid

ucppgmc — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:06:32 MDT

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Former UCP board president, Alice Terrill, made her Ocean City condo available for a week at the Watson Barn Dance auction.

Robert Watson at the donations table during the barn dance

ucppgmc — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:53:23 MDT

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Greeting friends at the annual barn dance

ucppgmc — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:52:23 MDT

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Robert Watson greets visitors at the annual barn dance. Directly behind him at the donation table is his mother, Shirley Watson, and to the right, Louise Garner.

Sold to the highest bidder

ucppgmc — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:51:17 MDT

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Mrs. M.H. Jim Estepp, at lower right, shows delight as bidders vie for her donated item at the 17th Annual Watson Family Barn Dance and Auction, as Russell Watson, in the white hat, conducts the bidding ably assisted by State Del. James Proctor and County Councilman M.H. Jim Estepp.

Post Bid Fun

ucppgmc — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:50:08 MDT

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Bidding for and winning items was only a part of the auction. The joviality and bantering added to the enjoyment of all.

Baby goat raised by Shelby Watson to be auctioned

ucppgmc — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:49:13 MDT

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Shelby Watson, granddaughter of Russell and Shirley Watson, holds one of two goats she raised to donate to the United Cerebral Palsy fundraiser.

Baby goat to be auctioned off held by Michael Dolesh

ucppgmc — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:46:09 MDT

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Michael Dolesh holds one of the two goats raised by his cousin Shelby Watson to be auctioned off to benefit United Cerebral Palsy.

Shirley Watson oversees the donations table as well as organizes the auction and does all the behind the scenes accounting.

ucppgmc — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:44:25 MDT

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Shirley Watson, center, standing, organizes and supervises as members of her and friends are poised to accept donations and hand out commemorative buttons. Those helping are (left to right, seated) Lousie Garner, Cathy Butt, Sue Frazier, and Lynn Robertshaw, wife of Robert Watson, whose cerebral palsy was the impetus for starting the fundraising benefit 17 years ago.

Russell Watson explains the care of the young goats before the auction begins

ucppgmc — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:42:17 MDT

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Shelby Watson, granddaughter of Russell and Shirley Watson, holds one of the two goats she raised to donate for the recent United Cerebral Palsy fundraiser auction. Holding the second goat is her cousin Michael Dolesh (at far left), great newphew of Russell Watson. Next to Dolesh is Beth Watson. Rusell, who served as the auctioneer, got bids totaling $250 for the two goats. Watching for bidders are County Council Vice Chairman M.H. "Jim" Estepp (far right) and State Delegate James Proctor. Shirley Watson (lower right) spots a bidder.

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ucppgmc — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 06:29:54 MDT

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Goat about to find a home is auctioned off for UCP

ucppgmc — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 06:28:01 MDT

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Susan Watson, daughter of Russell and Shirley Watson, displays goat being auctioned off.

Shirley Watson at the donations table

ucppgmc — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 06:24:17 MDT

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Robert Watson becomes auctioneer at family barn dance for United Cerebral Palsy

ucppgmc — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 06:21:21 MDT

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On occaison, Robert Watson became auctioneer and bids automentically shot up.

During a quieter moment - Russell and Shirley dance.

ucppgmc — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 06:17:17 MDT

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Russell and Shirley Watson always found time during the evening to dance several sets. You could feel the love.

Robert Watson poses by the donations table during the barn dance

ucppgmc — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 06:16:23 MDT

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During a quieter moment, Robert Watson posses at the donations table. Behind him is his wife, Lynn Robertshaw Watson, who always helped collecting donations. In 2005 the goal was to reach a total of $475,000 raised for United Cerebral Palsy.

Russell and Shirley loved to dance at their annual affair to benefit United Cerebral Palsy

ucppgmc — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 06:15:35 MDT

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Whether slow dancing or jutterbugging Russel and Shirley cut a nice figure.

Russell and Shirley always have the dance moves

ucppgmc — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 06:14:26 MDT

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Russell and Shirley danced every Style during the several sets they danced. UCP participants always attended and enjoyed dancing.

Sandra Bean a UCP participant attended regularly and loved to dance

ucppgmc — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 06:13:38 MDT

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Sandra Bean, loved to dance and looked forward to the barn dance and auction. She attended almost every year. Behind here is her mother, Cora Bean.

Audrey Scott gets an auction bid from Robert Watson

ucppgmc — Wed, 9 Apr 2008 11:12:24 MDT

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Robert won the bid for a lunch with Audrey Scott.

This little pig earned money for UCP

ucppgmc — Wed, 9 Apr 2008 11:11:49 MDT

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Camera shy piglet is auctioned off to benefit United Cerebral Palsy

ucppgmc — Wed, 9 Apr 2008 11:11:25 MDT

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Russell Watson auction off a piglet at the Watson Family Barn Dance for United Cerebral Palsy

ucppgmc — Wed, 9 Apr 2008 11:11:10 MDT

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Russell Watson often took over the auctioneers mike, At this fun auction he is joined on stage by James Proctor, Joseph Vallaria, and James Estepp. To his right is his wife Shirley who is organizing auction items. by front is Beth Watson.

The donations table was the place to get the "pumpkin button" - collected lovingly by many.

ucppgmc — Wed, 9 Apr 2008 11:10:48 MDT

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Sandra Bean, participant in UCP's ACCESS program makes a donation while her mother, Mrs. Cora Bean pins her "pumpkin button". Thomas Bean is to the right.

Russell Watson is joined by the auction team at the Watson Family Barn Dance and Auction for United Cerebral Palsy

ucppgmc — Wed, 9 Apr 2008 11:10:26 MDT

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Often Politicians formed the auction team. From left to right are state of Maryland Senate President Mike Miller, Delegate Joseph Vallario, Shirley Watson, State Delegate Joseph Proctor, State official Audrey Scott, and former councilman James Estepp.

Russell Watson and son Robert Watson

ucppgmc — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:32:31 MDT

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Russell Watson shares a moment with his son Robert Watson at the annual barn dance and auction to benefit United Cerebral Palsy

Suzanne holds a pig being auctioned by Russell Watson (L), Delegate James Proctor and Councilman Jim Estepp. Lynn Watson is lower right.

ucppgmc — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:31:24 MDT

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ucppgmc — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:30:10 MDT

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Robert Watson, United Cerebral Palsy Board President, takes over auctioneering at the annual barn dance and auction which he inspired.

ucppgmc — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:29:07 MDT

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When Robert Watson took over the microphone it was expected that the bids would raise.

Shirley Watson and Louise Garner collect donations for the barn dance

ucppgmc — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:27:53 MDT

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Russell and Shirley "lost in the fifties" at charity dance for United Cerebral Palsy

ucppgmc — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:26:20 MDT

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No matter how busy organizing and hosting their annual barn dance to benefit United Cerebral Palsy, Russell and Shirley always found time to get lost in the fifties enjoying a dance set to the music of the Country Dusters who always pleased the crowd.

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ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:06:40 MDT

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Russell and Shirley loved to dance

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:06:05 MDT

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Never too young to stand for United Cerebral Palsy

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:05:31 MDT

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Young and old converged at the donations table for the Watson Family's 19th barn dance and auction for United Cerebral Palsy. One of the youngest attendees is Katelynn Stirling, who is supported by her grandmother, Cathy Smith. Shirley Watson, front of the banner, oversees the auction.. Seated from left are Louise Garner, Kathy Eanes, and Lyn Robertshaw Watson. Bill Frasier (standing) assits every year.

Russell Watson and Beth Watson (behind flag donated by Becky Meinhardt) seek bids along with State Delegates Joesph Vallario and James Proctor and Councilman M.H. Jim Estepp

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:57:37 MDT

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Russell Watson and Beth Watson (behind flag donated by Becky Meinhardt) seek bids along with State Delegates Joesph Vallario and James Proctor and Councilman M.H. Jim Estepp - Picture14.jpg

Auctioneers scour the crowd for patriotic bidders. Russell Watson (left standing) owner of Robin Hill Nursey Farm and event organizer, spots a bid for the flag made by Becky Meinhardt. Holding the flag is Beth Watson. Looking for bidders are State Delegate Joseph Vallario, State Delegate James Proctor, and Prince George's Council Member M. H. Jim Estepp. Seated among the donation items is Robert Watson, president of UCP/PGMC.

State Delegate Joseph Vallario takes bids as Jim Estepp and Russell Watson confer on the next item. Also pictured are Delegate James Proctor (L) and State Senate President Mike Miller.

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:56:55 MDT

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State of Maryland Delegate James Proctor was the chief auctioneer for most of the auctions and got top bids. Watching for bids are Delegate James Proctor (L) and Senate President Mike Miller. Russell Watson and James Estepp confer on the next auction item.

Russell Watson and Auction Team seek bids for a bady kid

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:56:15 MDT

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Russell Watson seeks bids for a kid at the annual barn dance and auction his family holds for United Cerebral Palsy. Supporting him are his wife, Shirley, State Delegate James Proctor, State Delegate Joseph Vallenio, and Prince George's Councilman Jim Estepp.

Russell Watson Auctions off an afgan mole, the United Celerbral Palsy supporter at the annual Watson family barn dance

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:55:29 MDT

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Russell Watson (With microphone) auctions The afgan and is assisted by (L) Delegate Joesph Vallanio, Delegate James Procter and Councilman Jim Estep. Shirley Watson holds the item.

Russell Watson not only organized and ran The Watson Family Barn Dance to benefit United Cerebral Palsy but also served as backup auctioneer

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:54:48 MDT

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Russell Watson (with microphone) is joined by the "auction team" of Delegate James Proctor, Delegate Joseph Vallania, Councilman Jim Estepp and State Senate President Mike Miller.

What am I bid for this handsewn quilt? Auctioneer Russell Watson charmed buyers to alway get op price, for United Celebral Palsy

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:54:15 MDT

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Russell Watson, who also served as backup auctioneer, always got top pices for handmade items of friends and neightbors. Quilts and afgans sold for hundreds of dollar. With Russell are Delegate James Proctor.

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ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:53:26 MDT

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Russell always took time to dance with UCP's participants

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:52:29 MDT

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Evelyn Davidoff enjoys a twirl on the dance floor with Russell Watson.

Shirley Watson organized the donations table and could always count on assistance from her close friend Louise Garner.

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:51:53 MDT

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Program participants of United Cerebral Palsy always enjoyed the Watson family annual barn dance

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:51:00 MDT

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From left to right are Sandrs Bean, Mrs. Cora Bean, Ellen Davidoff, Russell Watson, and Mrs. Dormer. Russell made sure that all folks with disabilities enjoyed the dance and danced with many of the participants.

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ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:50:04 MDT

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The Watson family barn dance was a southern Maryland annual reunion for many.

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:48:20 MDT

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Many folks looked forward to the Watson family annual barn dance (announced by word of mouth), as a yearly reunion. It was always fun to catch up and visit with friends.

Donations table was the place to get the orange pumkin button and make a generous donation as well as a chance to catch up on the Southern Maryland news.

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:47:32 MDT

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Shirley Watson (L) was generally overseeing the donations table and collecting items brought by friends and neighbors for the auction. She was supported for over 20 years by Louise Garner who is making out a receipt.

Always a whirlwind, it was difficult to get Russell to stop and pose

ucppgmc — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:46:27 MDT

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A quiet moment for Russell Watson during the barn dance and auction he and his family hosted and ran for United Cerebral Palsy. Some years over 1000 guest showed up for this non advertised word of mouth event.