Norm, With the 5 or 6 extra hats being offered at the Silent Auction this year, I doubt if the auction will be very silent. There will be much competition among the bidders for treasures such as these hats. I know someone who will be hoovering over the table upping the bids in order to get one. With all that has been going on, we are in for an extraordinary conference this year. Paula Ecker Paulae2156@aol.com Columbia, MD