Auction Items - Minnesota Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

welcome to the
13th annual benefit for MOFAS
Sunday, March 13, 2016
Radisson Blu
Minneapolis Downtown
- ZERO ALCOHOL FOR NINE MONTHS.
THERE IS NO SAFE AMOUNT OF ALCOHOL DURING PREGNANCY.
FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDERS (FASD) ARE 100% PREVENTABLE.
enjoy your evening
Welcome - we are so glad you are here with
us tonight. Enjoy the great food and cash bar!
reception schedule
3:45 pm
4:50 pm
4:55 pm
5:00 pm
5:05 pm
5:05 pm
6:00 pm
Registration opens
Silent auction Blue (B) Section closes
Silent auction Red (R) Section closes
Silent auction Yellow (Y) Section closes
Silent auction Green (G) Section closes
Program begins
Check out and walk to Orpheum
Please pay for your auction items as you leave. Items can
be picked up at the Radisson Blu immediately following the
show if you let a check-out staff member know.
The curtain goes up at 6:30 pm.
ways to pay
As an added convenience, we are offering many ways to
pay for your auction items:
»» Check payable to MOFAS
»» Cash
»» Credit Card (American Express, Visa, Discover,
MasterCard)
photography
MOFAS will be taking photos that will be posted on the
MOFAS Facebook page soon. Watch for them at
www.facebook.com/mofas.org.
live auction
let the bidding begin!
1. Summer
Historically rich, naturally pure. Ely, MN is described as the
gateway to one of America’s last pure outdoor experiences.
• One-week stay at a private cabin on beautiful White Iron
Lake 7 miles from Ely, Minnesota.
• Sleeps 6 - 8 people. Includes a master bedroom with
queen, 2nd bedroom with 2 full beds and a loft.
• Open May - November, blackout dates apply (major
holidays). Expires December 31, 2016.
• 4 Tickets to the International Wolf Center.
• 4 Tickets to the Nothern American Bear Center (2 adults;
2 children).
• 4 Passes to the Dorothy Molter Historical Society or
Museum.
• $50 gift certificate to Wintergreen Apparel.
Value: $1,626
Special thanks to Art Thompson and Cathy BruerThompson; International Wolf Center; North American Bear
Center; Paul and Susan Schurke
2.Fall
Root for the home team.
• 4 Tickets to the Thursday, September 1, 2016
MN Gophers v. Oregon State football game.
• 4 Tickets to the Saturday, September 10, 2016
MN Gophers v. Indiana State football game.
• Seats in Section 245, Row 21, Seats 5-8.
• Also includes Vikings gear signed by Chad Greenway and
other fun Vikings items.
Value: $1,000
Special thanks to University of Minnesota, Russ and Patty
Scherer; Jordan Narvey; Chris Howell
live auction
3. Winter
Sun, fun and a beautiful haven awaits you!
• One-week stay for up to 10 people at any of the 4 Grand
Mayan Resorts in Mexico (www.mayanresorts.com).
• Locations include Nuevo Vallarta, Los Cabos, Acapulco,
and Rivera Maya.
• Accommodations include 1 Master Suite (2 bedrooms,
kitchen/living room area) & 1 Deluxe Suite (1 bedroom,
kitchen/living room area).
• Also enjoy an added bonus with the 2 for 1 spa deal and
$75 for 18 holes of golf with a cart and use of the driving
range.
• Dates of use: March 2016 - December 2017, blackout
dates apply (major holidays).
Value: $10,000
Special thanks to Ilo and Peggy Leppik
4.Spring
Experience the MN Twins on and off the field.
• 4 Tickets to the Monday, May 23, 2016
MN Twins v. Kansas City Royals baseball game.
• Seats are above the Twins dugout, near first base.
• This package also includes a batting practice field visit
and a pre-practice tour with Twins historian and curator,
Clyde Doepner. Truly a once in a lifetime experience!
• $100 Twins gift card.
Value: $1,100
Special thanks to Wheelock Whitney; Minnesota Twins; Pat McArdle
silent auction
Bid on fabulous items in our silent auction.
Note that certain items may have date restrictions.
For more details, please see the appropriate information sign by the silent
auction item. At the close of the auction, the winning bidder’s name will be
posted by the check out tables.
Blue Section
B1. We All Scream for Ice Cream
A local favorite, stop by Izzy’s Ice Cream to redeem your certificate
for four single sugar or cake cones. Expires March 13, 2017.
Total value: $20
Donated by Izzy’s Ice Cream
B2. Smart Eats
Stay hydrated with a Wise Acre Eatery water bottle, and grab a
bite to eat with a certificate for $20.
Total value: $30
Donated by Wise Acre Eatery
B3. The Raptor Center
Bring the family (up to four people) to Raptors of Minnesota for a
Saturday or Sunday 1-hour program. Expires March 30, 2017.
Total value: $32
Donated by The Raptor Center
B4. Grand Slam
Kids will jump for joy with two 3-hour deluxe walk-in packages to
Grand Slam. Includes unlimited lazer tag, mini golf, and krazy kars
-- plus six arcade credits and a soft drink.
Total value: $34
Donated by Grand Slam
B5. Movies
Take a group or go often using your 10 free movie passes to the
New Hope Cinema Grill, valid Sunday thru Thursday.
Total value: $40
Donated by New Hope Cinema Grill
silent auction
B6. Roaster
Enjoy your Proctor Silex Durable Roaster Oven to prepare the
perfect roast. Once you tire of cooking, stop by the Lion’s Tap to
use your $10 gift card.
Total value: $43
Donated by Russ and Patty Sherer; Lion’s Tap
B7. Café Latte
Who can resist these delights? Indulge with Café Latte’s gift
certificate for one whole dessert. Expires March 31, 2017.
Total value: $48
Donated by Café Latte
B8. Dinner Set
Furnish your kitchen with this Gibson Home Noble Court Dishware
Set and an Oneida Stainless Steel Silverware Set.
Total value: $63
Donated by Russ and Patty Sherer
B9. American Swedish Institute
Explore history with the American Swedish Institute’s offer of one
household membership for a year. Expires February 28, 2017.
Total value: $65
Donated by American Swedish Institute
B10. Chocolate and Wine
Grab the sweets using your gift card for $20 to Abdallah Candies
and Gifts. Expires March 15, 2017. Then head down to Cannon
River Winery for a reserve tasting for four. Expires April 15, 2017.
Total value: $68
Donated by Abdallah Candies and Gifts; Cannon River Winery
silent auction
B11. Elequent Jewelry
Deck yourself out with this sterling silver necklace and lavender
quartz pendant. Compliment it with a sterling silver bracelet with
quartz.
Total value: $150
Donated by Elequent Jewelry
B12. Portrait Session
Have Dale Studios capture a unique portrait of your child or family
that you’ll be proud to display. Includes a $200 certificate to be
used towards sitting fee and prints. One certificate per family, per
year. Expires November 30, 2016.
Total value: $200
Donated by Dale Studios
B13. Shop Local
Dine out at a new local French diner and drinkery, Le Town Talk.
Then get your garden spring ready with the help of Red Cedar
Garden’s free half hour consultation and $100 credit towards
garden landscaping.
Total value: $200
Donated by Le Town Talk; Red Cedar Garden
silent auction
Red Section
R1. Wine and Canvas
Paint away while sipping on wine with this truly unique experience.
Two gift certificates to a Wine and Canvas event.
Total value: $70
Donated by Wine and Canvas
R2. Birds and the...Squirrels
Tend to the birds with a new feeder, freshly stocked with seed,
donated by Crabtree Garden Gate. Need a little more for the
yard? Head over to Gertens with $40 in gift cards.
Total value: $80
Donated by Crabtree Garden Gate; Gertens
R3. MIA
Enjoy four vouchers to the Minneapolis Institute of Art’s State of
the Art: Discovering American Art Now, open February 18, 2016
thru May 29, 2016.
Total value: $80
Donated by Minneapolis Institute of Art
R4. A Bite to Eat with a Seat
Grab dinner with a $25 gift card to Pizza Lucé and two tickets to
the Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company, expiring December 31,
2016.
Total value: $89
Donated by Pizza Lucé; Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company
R5. Valleyfair
Rush down Wild Thing at Valleyfair with two admission passes.
Valid May 13, 2016 thru September 11, 2016.
Total value: $104
Donated by Valleyfair
silent auction
R6. Minneapolis Theater
The rivalry. Which town likes theater more? The bid sheets will
prove it. Minneapolis enters the competition with two tickets to
Brave New Workshop’s edgy performances. Not valid for Saturday
shows at 7:00 pm or 8:00 pm. No expiration!
Also in play are two tickets to a performance at Theatre in the
Round. Not valid Saturday or for musicals. Expires March 31, 2017.
Total value: $108
Donated by Brave New Workshop; Theatre in the Round
R7. St. Paul Theater
The rivalry. Which town likes theater more? The bid sheets will
prove it. St. Paul enters the competition with two tickets to
Lakeshore Players Theatre’s 10-minute play festival -- featuring 10
different plays! Expires June 12, 2016.
Also in play are two vouchers for two tickets each to the Stepping
Stone Theatre which expire September 16, 2016.
Total value: $110
Donated by Lakeshore Players Theatre; Stepping Stone Theatre
R8. Paintball
Experience the thrill of Paintball Minnesota with three admissions,
including admission, mask, gun, and 100 paintballs.
Total value: $110
Donated by Paintball Minnesota
R9. Harlem Globetrotters
A hysterical date night or a bonding parent/child experience;
watch the Harlem Globetrotters perform in the Duluth
Entertainment Convention Center on March 24, 2016 at 7:00 pm.
Includes two tickets.
Stop by the New Scenic Café beforehand for a bite to eat with $30
in certificates -- no expiration!
Total value: $115
Donated by Duluth Entertainment Convention Center; New Scenic
Café
silent auction
R10. Everybody Loves Grandma
If you’ve ever been to Duluth, you’ve certainly heard of Grandma’s
Restaurants. Enjoy a meal out with $50 in certificates, and take the
family to the Great Lakes Aquarium with four free passes, expiring
February 28, 2017. Grandma’s certificates expire March 1, 2017.
Total value: $116
Donated by Grandma’s Restaurants; Great Lakes Aquarium
R11. Beautifeye
Basket includes a $100 gift card from Beautifeye, and products for
all skin types skin from Eau Thermale Avène to improve overall skin
health.
Beautifeye is a medical practice in Edina that specializes in
providing all aspects of medical, surgical, cosmetic and aesthetic
skin care. Our level of expertise at Beautifeye ensures patient
satisfaction from the beginning to the end of a skin care treatment.
We take pride in providing personalized, comprehensive skin care
programs for our patients.
Services available include Blepharoplasty, Profractional Laser
Treatment, Micro Laser Peel, Advanced Acne Therapy, Photo
Rejuvenation, Laser Hair Removal, Botox & Fillers, Hydrafacial,
Customized Chemical Peels, Dermaplaning, Micropen with PRP,
Medical Grade Skincare Products, SkinTyte, Halo.
After styling up, walk around with your new, stylish tote,
handmade by Sherry Johnston.
Total value: $275
Donated by Beautifeye Skin Revitalization & Laser Clinic; Sherry
Johnston.
R12. Better Than Counting Sheep
Sleep like you don’t have a care in the world after enjoying a
calming cup of tea and beautiful music to lull you into relaxation. Unwind and escape to the tapestry of Sri Lanka with the novel,
“Island of a Thousand Mirrors,” while letting the warm scent of
lavender surround you. You’ll enjoy unwinding so much; you may
not wait until bedtime to begin!
Total value: $130
Donated by Carl and Laura Bloch
silent auction
R13. Northeast Minneapolis
Enjoy Northeast Minneapolis with two $50 gift certificates to Sen
Yai Sen Lek Thai restaurant, one $50 gift card to Rusty Taco, and
compliments of 612 Brewing: a cap, four beers, and two glasses.
Total value: $150
Donated by Sen Yai Sen Lek; Rusty Taco; 612 Brewing
silent auction
Yellow Section
Y1. Big Thrill Factory
The kids will love their unlimited play pass (four included) to Big
Thrill Factory, expiring March 13, 2017.
Total value: $116
Donated by Big Thrill Factory
Y2. Bread for the Year
Enjoy fresh, uniquely baked bread with one free loaf a month from
Breadsmith. Serve it on your two new wood platters.
Total value: $123
Donated by Breadsmith; Russ and Patty Sherer
Y3. Bryant Lake Bowl
Enjoy a $40 gift card for dinner at Bryant Lake Bowl. Valid Sunday
thru Thursday. Then, walk across the street to Jungle Theater with
two tickets to any 2016 season performance.
Total value: $136
Donated by Bryant Lake Bowl; The Jungle Theater
Y4. Potting and Plants
Room and Board provided this beautiful pot, perfect for an indoor
plant. Inspire your planting with a trip to the Minnesota Landscape
Arboretum with four passes.
Total value: $137
Donated by Room and Board; Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Y5. Let’s Go Dancing
Everyone should know how to dance. Not up to snuff? Lessons
at Arthur Murray Dance Studios will help. For new students, this
includes a one week class with an introductory lesson, a private
lesson, a group class, and a practice party. Expires July 29, 2016.
Follow up your lesson with a trip to the Lion’s Tap to reward your
efforts. $10 certificate expires March 13, 2017.
Total value: $139
Donated by Arthur Murray Dance Studios; Lion’s Tap
silent auction
Y6. Spring Arrangement
Crafted by Jim Seas, this arrangement will certainly compliment
the warming spring weather which is fast arriving. Use the chalk
area to write a spring message.
Total value: $75
Donated by Jim Seas
Y7. Treat Yourself
Everyone likes to feel sexy -- it puts a little pep in our step! Use
your $25 to Flirt Boutique to pick up something that will do just
that. While you’re feeling good, you may as well indulge with a $10
gift card to the Malt Shop. We’re going all out by throwing in two
purses to be sure you’ve got one for all occasions.
Total value: $144
Donated by Flirt Boutique; Malt Shop; Russ and Patty Sherer
Y8. Easy Dinner
We’re going for easy, stress-free cooking here: use Crabtree
Garden Gate’s beer can chicken set for a quick, succulent chicken.
Prepare the sides with your brand new crockpot set.
Total value: $163
Donated by Crabtree Garden Gate; Russ and Patty Sherer
Y9. Dinner and a Show
Stop by Ichiban Japanese Steak House with a $40 gift certificate
valid Sunday thru Thursday. Expires January 30, 2017. Then head
over to the Guthrie Theater with two tickets to a performance
between now and July 29, 2016.
Total value: $188
Donated by Ichiban Japanese Steak House; Guthrie Theater
Y10. Light it Up
Light up the room with Crabtree Garden Gate’s star lights.
Total value: $200
Donated by Crabtree Garden Gate
silent auction
Y11. Neon Fringe Necklace
Brighten up your style with this miniature bib necklace from
the KR Collection. The necklace features eye-catching hues like
neon yellow and electric blue, as well as swingy fringe Brass and
Swarovski crystals. Wear it with its matching Neon Fringe Earrings
or layer it with the Neon Layers Necklace for a vacation-ready look
(whether you’re beach bound or not!). Jewelry tray included.
Total value: $100
Donated by Diane Welter; Laura Bloch
Y12. Rise and Shine
There will be no more dreading Monday mornings with your new
Keurig coffee maker and a kick start sample pack of 40 coffee
pods. The kids can even brew their own mug of hot chocolate with
this easy to use brewing system. And just to keep it all organized,
a three drawer coffee pod holder to sit under your machine. Mornings have never looked so good!
Total value: $160
Donated by Carl and Laura Bloch
Y13. Family Photo
Enjoy a $400 certificate for a photo session with Lunderby
Photography. $200 can be used towards sitting fees and $200
towards your portrait art selection. Expires October 31, 2016.
Total value: $400
Donated by Lunderby Photography
silent auction
Green Section
G1. Experience St. Paul
Experience the classics. Enjoy dinner at Pizza Lucé with a $25 gift
card. Cheer on the Saint Paul Saints in the new stadium with two
tickets -- good in May or June 2016 and stay downtown at the
historic St. Paul Hotel.
Total value: $253
Donated by Pizza Lucé; Saint Paul Saints; St. Paul Hotel
G2. Hit the Slopes
Use your four lift tickets to hit the slopes at Trollhaugen Outdoor
Recreation Area, expiring at the end of the 2016/2017 season.
Plus, stay warm with a scarf, a hat, and a throw.
Total value: $256
Donated by Trollhaugen Outdoor Recreation Area; Crabtree
Garden Gate; Russ and Patty Sherer
G3. The Charmer
Woo your special someone with a well deserved staycation. We’ll
even get you started with a suitcase to get packing.
Then, head off to a show at the Mixed Blood Theatre. Good for
two tickets to any mainstage performance.
Finally, head to your one-night stay at Ramada Plaza in Minneapolis
for a romantic night alone.
Total value: $267
Donated by Russ and Patty Sherer; Mixed Blood Theatre; Ramada
Plaza Minneapolis
G4. Necklace and Earrings
Get dolled up with your Sterling Silver Tri-Color Braided Necklace
(18”) and 14KT Plated Bronze Mirrored Hoops.
Total value: $299
Donated by Evergreene Jewelers
silent auction
G5. Light Fixture
Spruce up your home or cabin with this new wood lamp light
fixture.
Total value: $330
Donated by Crabtree Garden Gate
G6. Minnesota Historical Society
Use four passes to any Minnesota Historical Society site or
museum. Once you’re done learning Minnesota history, use the gift
certificate for two free hours of Capitol Genealogy professional
family history research. Expires April 1, 2017.
Total value: $348
Donated by Minnesota Historical Society; Capitol Genealogy
G7. Get Mowing
It’s nearly spring again! Keep your brand new Toro Lawn Mower in
tip-top shape with your builders tool kit.
Total value: $409
Donated by Toro; Plekkenpol Builders
G8. Bowling Party
Bring up to 40 family and friends to a bowling party, including two
hours of bowling and shoe rentals, at Park Tavern in St. Louis Park.
Reservations required. Never expires!
Total value: $520
Donated by Park Tavern
G9. 612 Monkey
Designed by Terius Seas, a young man living with FASD, this piece
is a true work of art.
Total value: Priceless
Donated by Terius Seas
silent auction
G10. Northwoods Minnesota
Enjoy this basket, filled with delicacies and gifts that remind you of
the northern Minnesota woods.
Total value: $150
Donated by Sue Grafstrom
G11. Dock 6 Pottery
Enjoy this beautiful piece from Dock 6 Pottery -- perfect for
anyone!
Total value: $80
Donated by Dock 6 Pottery
G12. Pottery
Enjoy this pottery set -- an excellent addition to any home -created by Emilee Britton.
Total value: $200
Donated by Emilee Britton
G13. Wine and Cheese
Yes; please! Head over to Surdyk’s with a $20 gift card to stock
up on cheese. Then pull out one of your four new Marino Wine
Glasses -- handmade! Choose from your new wine wall and pour
away!
Total value: $365
Donated by Surdyk’s; Crabtree Garden Gate; Jim Seas
G14. Beer Lovers
Experience brew pubs with a complimentary growler and gift card
to Fair State Brewing, as well as a fill of your Bauhaus Brew Lab
growler and $5 token.
Total value: $46
Donated by Fair State Brewing; Bauhaus Brew Lab
thank you
sponsors
director level ($2500)
Steven Miles & Joline Gitis
headliner level ($1000)
Ilo & Peggy Leppik
Steve & Judy Lewis
Wheelock Whitney & Kathleen Blatz
promoter level ($500)
print media sponsor
thank you
host committee
Brian & Erica Bowen
Arne & Susan Carlson
Theodore Chien
Laurie Farnen
Jerry & Sue Gilsdorf
Marsh Halberg/Halberg Criminal Defense
Ilo & Peggy Leppik
J. Milo & Mary Meland
Steven Miles & Joline Gitis
Wheelock Whitney & Kathleen Blatz
Chris Ziebell & Julia Conkel-Ziebell
mistress of ceremonies
Laura Bloch
auctioneer
Glen Fladeboe
program speaker
Linda Walinski
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5th annual
FASD matters conference
navigating stigma, toxic stress, and trauma
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November 10, 2016; full day
November 11, 2016; half day
the
date.
Minneapolis Marriott NW
7025 Northland Drive North
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Featuring Keynote Speakers:
Dr. Don Bartlette
Macaroni at Midnight: An FAS Experience
Eugene Hoyme, MD
FASD Research Update
Mike Veny
Transforming Stigma Into StrengthTM
Thank you, MOFAS, for making a
difference in the lives of families
impacted by FASD.
Your work is important to us.
Steven Miles & Joline Gitis
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We are proud supporters of MOFAS
and the important work it does.
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Making a Difference
In your health, in your life, in your community.
Allina Health is a not-for-profit network of hospitals, clinics and other health care
services, providing care throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
• 12 hospitals
• 15 pharmacies
• more than 90 clinics and
• three ambulatory care centers
specialty care centers
To learn more about Allina Health services
in your area, visit us at allinahealth.org.
Thanks to MOFAS for its good work,
and to Susan Carlson for her leadership.
Wheelock Whitney & Kathleen Blatz
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MOFAS
families & caregivers
family retreats
summer 2016 family retreat
Friday, June 17 - Sunday, June 19, 2016
Camp Victory
58212 403rd Ave, Zumbro Falls, MN
Cost: $40 per person (age 3 and under free)
Registration details at www.mofas.org
For questions, contact Marissa Lang
[email protected] or 651-917-2370.
mofas.org
MOFAS would not be where we are today
without your committment and continued
support. Thank you.
MOFAS Board & Staff
The Minnesota Municipal Beverage Association
is proud to be a sponsor of the
13th annual benefit for MOFAS.
Have a great evening!
Celebrating the differences that MOFAS
makes in many families’ lives.
Larry & Ann Schluter
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FASD Day at the Capitol
Tuesday, April 12, 2016
Christ Lutheran Church on Capitol Hill,
105 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55155
Come learn about important FASD legislation being
proposed, and feel empowered to make an impact by
sharing your own life experience with your legislator.
Register online at http://bit.ly/1QTOKPE
mofas.org
the 2016 spring conference on FASD
LSS Center for Changing Lives—
2400 Park Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
MOFAS is excited to partner with Minnesota Fathers and Families
Network, and Minnesota Council on Family Relations to bring parents
and professionals a two-part conference showcasing the highly
regarded FASD expert Dan Dubovsky, MSW of the SAMHSA FASD
Center for Excellence.
A Night for Parents: Thursday, April 21, 2016
Dinner will be served at 5:15 pm then starting at 6:00 pm Dan
Dubovsky will present How to Survive and Thrive Raising a Person with
FASD. Childcare will be provided onsite.
Professionals Seminar: Friday, April 22, 2016
Continental Breakfast and registration begins at 8:30 am. Dan will
present Improving Outcomes by Identifying FASD and Modifying
Approaches starting at 9:00 am.
For more information and to register: http://mn.ncfr.org/
mofas.org
MOFAS board
Susan Shepard Carlson
Michelle Bayer
Laura Bloch
Erica Bowen
Cathy Bruer-Thompson
Sliv Carlson
Theodore Chien
Marilyn Gebauer
Paul Kaspszak
Ilo Leppik
Mary Meland
Jennifer Moore
Jordan Narvey
Larry Schluter
Maya Tester
Wheelock Whitney
Andrea Winghart
Minnesota Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (MOFAS)
2233 University Avenue West, Suite 395
Saint Paul, MN 55114
651-917-2370
Toll-free 1-866-90-MOFAS (66327)
www.mofas.org