All About You

(100)   Paid Magazine Internship at Minnesota Monthly

Donor/s: Minnesota Monthly

Looking to break into the magazine field? Pad your resume with a two-month paid internship at Greenspring Media Group, working in a department if your career track - editorial, marketing, sales or graphic design. Greenspring Media Group produces more than 14 award-winning local and National publications including Midwest Home and Minnesota Monthly.

 

(101 A)   and (101 B)  Pick-a-Purse Full of Goodies

Donor/s: Susan Ramlet, Mariana Shulstad, Jennifer Vickerman, Elena Khazatsky, Bibelot
A stylish handwoven dress bag filled with all kinds of goodies to pamper yourself including: A $25 certificate to Bibelot, a pair of handmade Earrings by Two Rabbits Design, a skin facial at Salon Blu to get your ready for your next big shindig, plus other fun goodies by Avon to keep your purse well stocked! Enjoy!

 

(102)   Dance Lessons at Arthur Murray and Dinner at Cafe Maude

Donor/s: Minnesota Monthly, Arthur Murray Dance Studio - Minneapolis
Enjoy a one week membership to Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Minneapolis. The membership includes 1 introductory lesson, 1 group lesson, 1 party, and 1 private lesson. Once you've worn yourself out dancing up a storm, head to Cafe Maude for dinner with a $100 certificate.

(103)   Natural Ranch Mink Coat

Donor/s: Roy and Nadine Berg

You'll be the talk of the town with this vintage stroller length fur coat made from natural ranch mink pelts. Value has been authenticated courtesy of Ribnick Fur & Leather.

 

(104)   Manicure & Pedicure at Polished Nails

Donor/s: Jo Beld & Tim Delmont

Get ready for sandal season and make your fingers and toes happy with a trip to Polished Nails Boutique at 43rd and Bryant in South Minneapolis. An owner-operated boutique, Polished Nails is comfortable, serene, and environmentally-friendly.

 

(105)   Designer Silver and Gold Bracelet

Donor/s: Jewelry Designed by Jana

Gold or silver, which way to go? Enjoy both with this handmade, one of a kind, 14karat gold-filled and sterling silver bracelet.

 

(106)   Private Voice Lessons with Sigrid Johnson

Donor/s: Sigrid Johnson

Philip Brunelle calls her "Ears Johnson" for a reason! VocalEssence Associate Conductor and St. Olaf College faculty member Sigrid Johnson offers three half-hour private voice lessons. Take advantage of the opportunity to enhance, polish and improve your voice for your next big gig or audition!

 

(107)   Handcrafted Music Handbag

Donor/s: Jackie Vickerman

Handcrafted Music Handbag and Clutch made by Jackie Vickerman, the mother of this year's auction committee chair and VocalEssence chorus member, Jennifer Vickerman.

 

(108)   Men's T-II Johnie Shoulder Bag

Donor/s: Martin Patrick 3

Martin Patrick 3, Essentials for Mankind is a blend of urban modern and timeless classic accessories for men. The collection embraces the philosophy of thoughtful products for the well appointed man. Whether it's a luxury gift for yourself or that special man in your life; Martin Patrick 3 has the essentials to evoke the well heeled gentleman's world.

 

(109)   Judith Kinghorn Designer Earrings

Donor/s: Judith Kinghorn

A beautiful pair of one-of-a-kind hand embossed sterling silver and 24-Karat gold earrings from local designer, Judith Kinghorn. Judith is the recipient of many honors, including juried “Best in Jewelry” awards at the Philadelphia Museum of Art craft show and the American Craft Council show.

 

(110)   iPod Nano & FirstTech Gift Card

Donor/s: FirstTech

The new iPod nano -- now with a video camera, a polished anondized aluminum finish, a larger screen, and FM radio with live pause -- has 8 GB of space for all of your songs, videos, photos and more! May be exchanged for any other color if unopened. Also includes a $20 gift card to FirstTech.

 

(111)   Accordion Lessons with Cary John Franklin

Donor/s: Cary John Franklin

Experience the wonders of the accordion with performance artist, Cary John Franklin, who will offer 3 45-minute lessons for any level -- beginner, intermediate, or experienced. Lessons to be arranged at mutually agreed upon dates, times, and location. Winning bidder must provide their own accordion.

 

(112)   Functional Nutrition Massage

Donor/s: Byron Jacobson

A consultation on nutrition and wellness is combined with bodywork to enhance your well being by Certified Nutritional Therapist Byron Jacobson. Byron’s bodywork is an excellent way to release plantar fasciitis, frozen shoulders and stubborn neck and upper back pain, hip and lower back problems.

(113)   Handknit Summer Shawl

Donor/s: Kristi Mueller
This lime-green shawl is delicate and light weight as an accessory for a cool summer evening out. Handmade of acrylic yarn by VocalEssence singer Kristi Mueller, it is bright, fun and easy to care for.

 

(114)   Beginner Spanish Classes

Donor/s: Resource Center of the Americas
[Top two bidders win.] This certificate enables you to half off the tuition for a beginner Level 1 Spanish Class offered by the resource center of the Americas.

 

(115)   Necklace designed by Lonnie Lovness

Donor/s: Nikki Lewis

This necklace is hand made and designed by Stillwater jewelry maker Lonnie Lovness. Lonnie brings brightly accented metals and rich colors of glass, semi-precious stone and natural elements together to create beautiful pieces of jewelry. Each piece of jewelry is designed and carefully assembled in Stillwater, MN.

 

(116)   Portrait Package with Classics by David

Donor/s: Classics by David

Classics by David Portrait Package includes: a pre-portrait consultation, uniquely designed and customized photo session and a 10" canvas print. Select to have your portrait taken in their Monticello studio, or choose to have a session at a location of your choice anywhere in the Twin Cities area! Great for an engagement package, senior photos, or a family portrait.

 

(117)   The Marsh Spa Renewal Package

Donor/s: The Marsh

The Spa Renewal Package includes a 50 minute massage, a 50 minute facial and a 50 minute pedicure at The Marsh, a Center for Balance and Fitness. Their professional, full-service spa, with its relaxing great room and expansive deck overlooking a scenic Minnetonka wetland, is but one facet of this comprehensive wellness center.

 

(118A – 118G)   Earrings by Two Rabbits Design

Donor/s: Susan Ramlet

Choose from among nine pairs of Mexico-inspired earrings designed by Two Rabbits Design. You'll enjoy wearing these fun, handmade designs.

 

(119)   Lifetime Fitness Spa Gift Basket

Donor/s: Laura Robinson
Pamper yourself with a $200 gift card to the Lifetime Fitness Spa, as well as a selection of Aveda soaps, lotions and body wash in this wonderful basket.

 

(120)   Private Math Tutoring

Donor/s: Kimberly Meisten
Gift Certificate for 2 1-hour math tutoring sessions by Kimberly D. Meisten, Private Math Tutor. Includes math for grades 3-12 and math SAT prep.

 

(121)   Traditional Mexican Dress

Donor/s: Carolyn Brunelle

A beautiful hand embroidered traditional Mexican Dress.