Jon Charles Pure Salon Blow Dry Boot Camp

A perfect Ladies Night Out! As reviewed in the Pioneer Press, Blow Dry Boot Camps are called "the hot trend for girls" night out. Women are learning that a masterful blowout can make their hair look good and last for days.” At the informative and interactive class, Jon Charles’ technicians discuss the benefits, explain the tools and teach the techniques of the renowned European Blow Dry. You and your 15-20 friends will get beautiful while sipping complimentary wine and enjoying delicious nouvelle-Mexican appetizers from the new Uptown restaurant, Indio.

Donated by: Jon Charles Salon, Indio Mexican Cuisine and Constellation Wines
Take it off the Table: $2,000

All-Inclusive Stay at Swept Away Couples Resort in Negril, Jamaica

Enjoy a slice of Heaven at this "Travel + Leisure Highest Rated All-Inclusive" adult-only luxury resort. This resort emphasizes relaxation, fitness, delicious Jamaican cuisine and romance. Five nights complimentary stay for two includes all your top-shelf drinks and meals at any of the resort’s five excellent restaurants. Enjoy the great tennis, relaxing Pilates and yoga, snorkeling, lap pool, a stunning 7-mile beach of turquoise ocean and nightly entertainment.

Note: Must be taken by January 31, 2009. Air fare not included.

Donated by: Swept Away Resort, Negril
Take it off the Table: $2,500

Minnesota Twins "Batting Practice Buddy"

Your child will watch the Minnesota Twins batting practice from the Metrodome Field and have the opportunity to meet 4 – 8 players, receive autographs and pose for photos. This package includes 6 Lower Reserved tickets to the "Batting Practice Buddy" game so your child can share this special day with friends and family.

Note: This pre-game experience is limited to one child, ages 8 to 15, at a Minnesota Twins home game during the 2008 Regular Season after March 1, 2008 (based on availability). Arrangements must be made prior to May 15, 2008

Donated by: Minnesota Twins
Take it off the Table: $2,000

Ho Ho Ho! Ride on Santa’s Sleigh

Make the magic of the holidays come alive for your child as he/she rides in Santa’s sleigh in the 2008 Holidazzle parade! This delightful experience will be a special memory for a lifetime.

Note: Child must be 4-12 years of age.

Donated by: Minneapolis Downtown Council
Take it off the Table: $1,500

Relaxing Week "Up-North"

Enjoy a week of nature at this newly built 5 bedroom/4 bathroom private cabin on Lake Roosevelt in Emily, MN - only 2 ½ hours from the Twin Cities. Gourmet kitchen/great room, screened porch and large finished basement all provide relaxing and comfortable places to spend the days. Make great memories by planning a week-long trip with another family, host a girls’ weekend up north or just bring together a close circle of friends! The cabin sleeps 10-12 comfortably and backs up to miles of state land for great hiking or hunting. Use the pontoon boat and kayak in the peaceful nearby lake.

Note: Available year-round. Dates to be mutually agreed upon. Prefer no pets.

Donated by: Sarah and Matt Rand
Take it off the Table: $2,500

D’Amico Chef gourmet dinner party for 12

You and your guests will enjoy a special 5-course gourmet dinner for 12 prepared by D’Amico Cucina Head Chef John Occhiato in the private Wine Room at D’Amico Cucina Restaurant! Chef Occhiato will customize a special menu to suit your unique group and favorite flavors. D’Amico’s sommelier will pair wines for each course. Chef will introduce each course, giving your party the special attention that makes this item truly unique.

Note: Date must be mutually agreeable and set well in advance. Gratuity not included.

Donated by: John Occhiato and D’Amico & Partners
Take it off the Table: $3,000

Cooking Lesson and Dinner Party for 10 with Beth Dooley

Food writer and Mpls/St. Paul restaurant critic extraordinaire Beth Dooley will come to your home and entertain your guests with a cooking lesson and preparation of a fabulous meal for 10! She will inform and instruct as she cooks and let you in on secrets of the trade like where to buy the best produce, cheeses and meats in town. Savor the wines she introduces as you and your guests enjoy the dinner party of a lifetime! Wow!

Donated by: Beth Dooley
Take it off the Table: $2,500

Minnesota Lynx Courtside Party

Watch an exciting Minnesota Lynx game while having a tailor-made experience for a maximum of 22 children, teens or business associates at the Party Zone courtside suite! (Catering not included.) Sit in on the post-game press conference and meet and greet some of your favorite Lynx players.

Note: Suite can be reserved for one of the 2008 Regular Season Lynx Games upon availability. Catering not included but could be added on for an additional charge.

Donated by: Minnesota Lynx
Take it off the Table: $2,000

Speed off to a Romantic Weekend Away at Charming Rustic Lodge!

You and your sweetheart can indulge in some fun and romance! Cruise up to the beautiful Wisconsin’s Spider Lake Lodge in a fun Mazda sports car! This popular bed-and-breakfast near Hayward, WI, boasts 1920’s rustic charm that has been both preserved and modernized by it’s interior design owners, Jim Kerkow and Craig Mason. Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine writes, “Spider Lake Lodge, surrounded by Wisconsin woods and overlooking Big Spider Lake, is a peaceful retreat where guests can just as easily enjoy the outdoors as they can linger in their cozy rooms or in the comfortable great room...” Wake up to a hearty breakfast, then mountain bike, fish, ski the famous Birkebieiner or read by the lake!

Note: Spider Lake Lodge: Good for two nights stay; expires in one year is based on availability; must book in advance; must be 12 years old or older to stay at the lodge. Mazda Rental: Mazda rental includes Miata or the like; good from Friday night through Sunday night.

Donated by: Spider Lake Lodge and Morries Mazda
Take it off the Table: $1,500

Your Child as the Minnesota Wild Flag Bearer

Give your budding hockey star a priceless memory! He or she will feel like part of the professional team when he/she skates out the “State of Hockey” flag to center ice during the opening ceremony of a 2008-09 Minnesota Wild home game! Mom and Dad can take pictures from the seats with four tickets to the game included.

Note: Good for one child between the ages of 8-12. Child must have four years skating experience. MN Wild reserve the right to screen and replace any individual that they feel is not able to perform the Flag Bearer responsibilities. Secure your date with the Wild in August of 2008.

Donated by: Wells Fargo
Take it off the Table: $2,000

Breakfast with Belinda and Bobby

You and 5 friends will have a private breakfast with TV celebrities Belinda Jensen and Bobby Jensen and then watch the airing of the KARE 11 News Saturday Show in person! This is a rare and unique opportunity for your group to get a taste of the behind-the-scenes workings of the live show! See the KARE 11 Backyard, live cooking, fashion, gardening, and authors. The show is hosted by Belinda Jensen and Eric Perkins with Bobby Jensen and Lee Valsvik.

Note: Times: KARE 11 News Saturday 8am – 10am; Breakfast served at 7:30am. You can invite 6 people total. Offer expires after 1 year.

Donated by: KARE 11, Belinda Jensen, Bobby Jensen, and D’Brian’s Deli
Take it off the Table: $1,500

Wine Tasting Party for 12 in your home!

An excellent and unique way to entertain your group of 12 friends! You will enjoy sampling fine wines from around the world with Wine Aficionado, Sam Grabarski. Sam, the President & CEO of the Minneapolis Downtown Council, is well known for his love of wine. He is a Commander of Bordeaux, among the world's most important fine wine societies and enjoys entertaining all from novices to collectors. A handpicked premium selection of your favorite types of white and red wines is provided - both classic and new discoveries. You will come away with an understanding and appreciation of the origins and distinctions of different wine styles.

Note: Glassware and food not provided. Sam is available to suggest interesting food/wine pairings for the party.

Donated by: Quality Wine Company and Sam Grabarski
Take it off the Table: $2,000