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LIVE AUCTION ITEMS!
001. Exclusive PGA Wanamaker tickets More exclusive than regular tickets, bid on these 5 days worth of Wanamaker tickets, which provide access to the course, but also get you access to the Wanamaker Club. The Wanamaker Club is a climate controlled pavilion setup on the PGA course that is furnished and has food/beverages available for sale. Restrictions: Tickets redeemable for 2009 PGA at Hazeltine. Donor: The PGA of America Donor Value: $1,000.00
002. Toro Riding Lawn Mower Sit back, relax and…cut the grass?! The 2007 Toro ZX480 is a commercial grade mower with features like heavy-duty dual hydrostatic drives, twin-cylinder engines and 48-inch to 52-inch mowing decks that provide the ultimate performance for homeowners long on grass but short on time. Donor: The Toro Company Donor Value: $4,700.00
003. Take a Bite of the Big Apple People always say that New York is the city that never sleeps. With roundtrip airfare for two on Northwest Airlines and four nights stay at the Radisson Hotel of your choice- you’ll have ample opportunity to explore what the big city has to offer. Restrictions: Hotel subject to availability. Book airfare through TCHFH. Donor: Northwest Airlines and Radisson Hotels Donor Value: $1,700.00
004. Habitat for Humanity International Global Village Trip Two people will have the amazing opportunity to work alongside other Habitat for Humanity volunteers during a 10-day international trip. Building will take place in Alta Verapaz, a mountainous region in north central Guatemala known as the ‘heart of Guatemala.’ The Habitat affiliate in Alta Verapaz was formed in 1992, and has built 4,528 homes which is more than any other affiliate in Guatemala. Roundtrip airfare for two on Northwest Airlines included. Restrictions: Trip dates are September 15-25, 2008. Book airfare through TCHFH. Donor: Habitat for Humanity International and Northwest Airlines Donor Value: $3,900.00
005. Chicago “Wicked” Weekend Spend a weekend in Chicago in style with roundtrip airfare for two on Northwest Airlines, two nights in a King Suite at the Allegro Hotel—an exclusive Kimpton boutique hotel, and redeem your $200.00 gift certificate for Wicked tickets at the Ford Center for the Performing Arts (or catch another Broadway show in Chicago at any number of theatres). It should be a wickedly fun adventure! Restrictions: Hotel valid Thursday-Sunday, subject to availability and expires March 31, 2009. Book airfare through TCHFH. Donor: Kimpton Hotels and Northwest Airlines Value: $1,800.00
006. Mazatlan/Cozumel Trip to Mexico for Four A week-long stay at your choice of El Cid Resorts – Cozumel, Mazatlan Beach or Mazatlan Marina. Mazatlan Hotels provide shuttles for easy access between the marina and beachfront properties. Guests can be as active as they like or relax with their preferred drink at the ocean-side swimming pools. Depending on the winner’s selection, rooms comfortably fit 4-6 guests. Roundtrip airfare for four on Northwest Airlines included. Restrictions: Not available over Christmas. Book airfare through TCHFH. Donor: Berlyn and Elaine Birkholz and Northwest Airlines Donor Value: $3,700.00
007. NWA WorldVacations Package Choose your own adventure! Two roundtrip airfare tickets (up to $600 total value) from Minneapolis/St. Paul to any WorldVacations Destination within the continental U.S. and a $500 voucher to spend on hotel accommodations at the hotel of your choice (for a minimum of two nights). Restrictions: Air must be booked by March 31, 2009 and travel must be completed by May 31, 2009. Not refundable for high-traffic travel days (i.e. Spring Break, Thanksgiving, December Holidays/New Year). See certificate for additional restrictions. Donor: NWA WorldVacations Donor Value: $1,100.00
SPOTLIGHT ITEMS!
101. Ride Along with the St. Paul Police Department If you’ve been logging hours watching CSI, look no further. You don’t need to break the law to see the back seat of a police cruiser. Experience the excitement and drama cops face every day during a ride-along with the St. Paul Police Department! Restrictions: Call ahead to make arrangements. Must be 18 years old. Donor: City of St. Paul Police Department Donor Value: Priceless
102. Radio Listening Date and Tour A behind-the-scenes look at local radio! Meet the drive-time divas Lori and Julia from FM107.1 for an in-studio listening date. Lori and Julia excel at living life to the fullest and generously dispensing fashion and beauty advice. They research what works and what doesn’t for the good of womankind and dutifully commit to watching hours of TV to keep up on the latest celebrity gossip. In addition to meeting this crazy pair, you will also receive a tour of am1500 and KS95. Restrictions: Call to schedule your date and time. Donor: FM107.1 Donor Value: Priceless
103. Graves601 Hotel and Dinner at Cosmos Enjoy luxury accommodations in an executive suite at Graves601 Hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, this is the perfect chance to have a romantic night on the town. In addition to the one night stay, this package includes a $100.00 gift certificate to Cosmos restaurant located on the hotel’s fourth level. Restrictions: Reservations required. Expires March 7, 2009. Donor: Graves601 Hotel Donor Value: $450.00
104. Lead a WomenBuild Team! Twin Cities Habitat’s eighth WomenBuild project provides the opportunity for hundreds of women—of all ages, backgrounds and skill sets—to take a hands-on approach to solving the affordable housing crisis. For this Team Leader Day, you and ten friends come to build and bond. Unlike pampering yourself at the spa, this opportunity will bring a satisfied feeling that lasts longer than a manicure. Restrictions: Must redeem for one of the following available dates: July 11, July 25 or August 1. Donor: Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Donor Value: $1,000.00
105. J.Crew Personal Shopping Event A personal shopping party with nine of your friends, including complementary food and drinks. What could be better? How about a gorgeous handbag to tote with you? This fabulous gift package includes a $250 gift card to spend while you shop, a luxurious Uptown Tote, a 2-hour personal shopping party for ten at J.Crew at the Shoppes of Arbor Lakes in Maple Grove, AND $10 gift card for each of your friends to spend at the party. You can have the place to yourselves if you schedule after hours (Monday- Saturday 8-10am, or Sunday either 9-11am or 6-8pm.) or J.Crew will create some space for your group if you schedule during business hours. Restrictions: Party valid only at J. Crew in Maple Grove, $10 gift card valid during party only. Schedule time with TCHFH.
Donor: J.Crew, Inc. Donor Value: $1,500.00
106. Behind the Scenes at Kare 11 Experience the making of TV News! You will receive a tour of the KARE 11 studio and watch the taping of a newscast. The tour and newscast viewing are open to four people. Restrictions: Offer expires May 31, 2009. Must call ahead to schedule. Donor: KARE 11 Donor Value: Priceless
107. Lorna Landvik Book Club Visit Local author Lorna Landvik will visit your book club and discuss her work with you. Lorna has published seven books and her eighth will be out in late Fall 2008. Her bestselling novels include Patty Jane's House of Curl, Your Oasis on Flame Lake, and The Tall Pine Polka. She is also an actor, playwright and proud hockey mom. Package includes a $50.00 Kowalski’s gift card for appetizers and five delicious bottles of wine. Restrictions: Call to schedule your date and time. Donor: Lorna Landvik, Northwest Airlines and Kowalski’s Donor Value: $250.00
108. Spill the Wine Tasting Party Hosted by Spill the Wine in downtown Minneapolis, eight guests will sample select wines and savor delicious appetizers. Tasting will be guided by Jodi Sandberg, CWS. Enjoy a particular glass of wine? You can shop at the Wine Boutique, which carries over 100 wines that cater to any wine collection. Restrictions: Party date depends on Spill the Wine Restaurant/Jodi Sandberg’s availability. Donor: Spill the Wine and Jodi Sandberg Donor Value: $350.00
109. Luxury Hotel Accommodations with Dinner Known for its traditional elegance and class, the St. Paul Hotel is a true Twin Cities landmark. Take the night off! Enjoy a gourmet dinner at the St. Paul Grill and retreat for the night to your specially prepared, old world accommodations. Restrictions: Reservations required, valid through April 30, 2009. Donor: St. Paul Hotel Donor Value: $289.00
110. U.S. Women’s Open 2008 Hosted by Interlachen Country Club in Edina, The U.S. Women’s Open will include 156 golfers, both professional and amateur. The event will be nationally broadcast on ESPN and NBC. Winner receives two tickets and tent seating. Restrictions: Tournament runs June 23 - 29, 2008. Valid any one day of the Championship. Donor: U.S. Women’s Open and Xcel Energy Donor Value: $250.00
111. Four Disney Park Hopper Passes & Four passes to Sea World Make all your dreams come true at these unique theme parks. Four Walt Disney World “Magic Your Way” passes allow for a magical visiting experience at any or all of the theme parks—the Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom in one day, then spend a day at Sea World and get your fill of all the aquatic wonders to be found there. Restrictions: Park Hopper valid during normal operating hours. Each ticket must be used by the same person on any and all days. Expires November 2, 2009. SeaWorld tickets expire December 31, 2008. Donor: Walt Disney World Co. and Anheuser Busch Donor Value: $900.00
112. One Family Season Pass to Welch Village Stay active with the family this winter! This family pass for the 2008-2009 Ski/Snowboard season is great for a family full of winter sports enthusiasts. The award-winning Welch Village Resort is located in the town of Welch. The resort offers two base facilities and 50 runs, which makes it one of the largest winter resorts in southern Minnesota. Restrictions: Redeemable for immediate family only, living at the same address. Donor: Welch Village Ski Area, Inc. Donor Value: $950.00
113. Holidazzle Parade Tickets Now you can be a bright and blinking Twin Cities star! This auction item offers you and three friends the opportunity to become your favorite Holidazzle Parade characters for a night. Also, you and your guests are invited to the Holidazzle pre-reception. Restrictions: Winner must call Xcel to schedule. Donor: Xcel Energy Donor Value: $350.00
114. Radisson Hotel Package
Highest bidder walks away with room accommodations for five nights at any Radisson Hotel in the continental U.S. Enjoy the comfort and luxury of Radisson and have the freedom to use the certificate wherever and whenever you want. Donor Value: $1,000.00
115. Red Lodge Montana Relax and enjoy the view of the mountains when you spend a week in wide open Montana. Enjoy all the comforts of this beautiful four bedroom, two bathroom cabin. Includes a fully equipped kitchen and laundry, with extra sleeping accommodations in the loft (sleeps 14). Opportunities are endless. You can shop in quaint Red Lodge, visit Red Lodge Ski Area, enjoy one of the nearby restaurants, go fishing right on the property and hike the nearby trails all while breathing the clear mountain air. Located in Palisade Basin Ranches. Restrictions: Certificate valid through May 2009. Not available November 18-25 or December 21-January 5, 2008. Donor: Tim and Kerry Davis Donor Value: $2,000.00
116. Batting Practice with the Twins! Batter Up! Here’s a chance for your biggest little Twins fan to meet their baseball heroes. This “Batting Practice Buddy” will watch batting practice at the Metrodome, meet four to eight players, receive autographs and pose for photos. Package includes six lower reserve tickets for the selected game. Restrictions: Available for children ages 8 to 15. Please make arrangements ASAP and prior to May 15, 2008. Donor: Minnesota Twins Donor Value: Priceless
117. Cities 97 Studio C Performance
Here’s a chance for you and three friends to attend an upcoming Studio C performance of your choice. There have been more than 1,000 live performances over the last 20 years and each appearance is a chance to become a little more acquainted with Cities97 artists. Recent guests include: James Blunt, Carrie Underwood, BoDeans and Jason Mraz. Donor: Cities97 Donor Value: Priceless
118. Minnesota Viking Celebrity Build with Twin Cities Habitat You and twelve of your friends can build with a Minnesota Viking on a Habitat build site! The Vikings cheerleaders will join your group at a Twin Cities Habitat build day in the Fall. This event will include photo opportunities and autograph signing. The package also includes two lower level tickets to the Vikings vs. Indianapolis Colts at the Metrodome. Restrictions: Build day will occur on a Tuesday in the Fall depending upon player’s availability. Player to be determined after July 25th. Must coordinate with TCHFH to determine build date. Must be 14 years old to build, and have one to one adult supervision up to 18 years of age. Donor: Minnesota Vikings Donor Value: Priceless |
