AUCTION catalog and EVENT program - Como Friends

COMO FRIENDS’ ANNUAL SUMMER BENEFIT FOR

COMO PARK ZOO AND CONSERVATORY

THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2017 5:30 PM — 10:00 PM

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Thanks for attending Travelers Sunset Affair: Magnificent Migrations PRODUCED BY COMO FRIENDS, BENEFITTING COMO

PARK ZOO AND CONSERVATORY. FREE TO MORE THAN

TWO MILLION VISITORS EACH YEAR

651-487-8229 | comofriends.org

1225 Estabrook Drive | Saint Paul, MN 55103



Como Friends is the nonprofit organization that inspires community generosity to advance Como Park Zoo and Conservatory as a destination where people from all walks of life

can gather, learn and enjoy the natural world.

Since forming in 1999, Como Friends has invested more than

$37 million to enhance facilities, preserve architecture and develop

programs at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Como Friends is

dedicated to making this free-admission treasure thrive.

Como Friends’Fund-A-Need

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Making a contribution toward Como Friends’ Fund-A-Need is a great way to see your support go right to work at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Contributions of every amount help Como thrive.

Supplies one hundred bulbs for the Sunken Garden Flower Show

Covers two weeks supply of frozen lard, a treat for polar bears Buzz and Neil

Provides free busing and an education program for one second grade class

Gives Como’s animals a week of progressive animal care by University of Minnesota vets

Cultivates the ongoing restoration of the Charlotte Partridge Ordway Japanese Garden

Continues the legacy of Sparky by creatinga new year-round habitat for the seals and sea lions

Supports Como Zoo keepers in their world-wide conservation field research, benefitting giraffes, penguins and turtles

Buys 100 ears of corn for Como Zoo’s bison


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WELCOME TO

TRAVELERS SUNSET AFFAIR: MAGNIFICENT MIGRATIONS

COMO FRIENDS' ANNUAL SUMMER BENEFIT FOR COMO PARK ZOO AND CONSERVATORY

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WELCOME TO TRAVELERS SUNSET AFFAIR: MAGNIFICENT MIGRATIONS

Dear Friends:

We are thrilled to be the honorary co-chairs for Como Friends’ Travelers Sunset Affair: Magnificent Migrations. Como Park Zoo and Conservatory truly holds a special place in our lives and in our hearts. We both have fond memories of coming to Como as children and as our children were growing up we visited often—and now our grandchildren also love this treasure in our backyard. Como has come so far over the decades, moving away from the old cages and tortoise rides, toward cutting edge habitats like Polar Bear Odyssey and Gorilla Forest and interactive experiences like the Giraffe Feeding Station and Blooming Butterflies. Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is so much more than a zoo and botanical garden, it is an education destination, a community classroom for teaching sustainable and conservation practices, and most importantly, an inspiring gathering place where everyone is welcome, free of charge. Tonight, we encourage you to experience Como by attending the zoo keeper talks, visiting with the Nature Walk teen conservation volunteers, stopping by the interpretive stations, interacting with the animal ambassadors—and trekking to see our “Magnificent Migrators”: the reindeer, bison, polar bears, flamingos and butterflies.

Your generous bids tonight for the nearly 300 silent auction items and gifts toward our Fund-a-Need requests will support pressing priorities at Como. Whether you help to buy the sweet corn that the Como Zoo’s bison love to browse, or contribute toward the restoration of the gorgeous Charlotte Partridge Ordway Japanese Garden, or invest in preserving Sparky’s legacy, a contribution of any size can make a big difference at Como, a true jewel in our community.

Owned by all, enjoyed by all, and free to all, there are few places like Como Park Zoo and Conservatory anywhere else. Your contributions help Como to thrive and to continue its legacy so that future generations can enjoy just as we have.

Thank you!

Bill and Diane Kaphing Honorary Co-Chairs

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome Letter from Honorary Co-Chairs……………….…....2

Evening Festivities / Agenda......................…………….…..….4

Dinner Menu…………………………………………...............….5

Ways to Support……………………….....................………..….7

Not to Be Missed .......................................................................8

Auction Overview......................................................................9

How to Bid and Auction Rules..................................................10

Silent Auction

Premium..............................................................11

Only Como...................................................................15

Migrations!.................................................................20

Bags & Specs................................................................22

Arts & Culture...............................................................26

Children's...........................................................32

Home & Garden...........................................................40

Getaway...........................................................47

Pamper Youself ............................................................51

Sports & Recreation.....................................................57

Wine & Dine..................................................................65

Travelers Sunset Affair Patrons................................................72

Travelers Sunset Affair Committee.........................................73

Como Friends Board of Directors..........................................73

Volunteer Thank You...............................................................74

Auction Wish List.....................................................................75

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EVENING FESTIVITIES/AGENDA

5:30 p.m.Registration begins and the Silent Auction opens. You can use your own smartphone or grab one of the mobile devices we have available to bid on Silent Auction items and the Super Silent Auction packages. You can also use your smartphone to make a Fund-A-Need donation. 5:30-7:30 p.m.Embark on an extraordinary journey through Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Trek to see Como’s butterflies, polar bears, bison, reindeer and flamingos, and stop along the way at Nature Walk interpretive stations – all while celebrating Como’s incredible growth, forward progress and cutting-edge conservation programs. Enjoy a signature drink, cool cocktails and savory cuisine provided by D’Amico Catering.

Don’t forget to test your skill at the Wine Toss game! Get a ringer and take home a fabulous bottle of wine. 7:30 p.m.Stroll to dinner in the Visitor Center.

7:45 p.m.Dinner is served in the Visitor Center. Your room hosts will welcome you and introduce the Fund-A-Need for this year’s event.

8:30 p.m.The Silent and Super Silent Auction closes. Your mobile device will tell you which items you’ve won.

8:45 p.m.Dessert Reception with live music begins on Donor Plaza, located near the Bird Yard and the old Zoological Building.

9:15 p.m.Auction check-out opens. Pay for your items at the station near the Visitor Center.

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DINNER MENUBy D’Amico Catering

BUTLER-PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES

Sweet Corn with Leek and Gouda Tartlette

Smoked Lake Trout, Horseradish, Pickled Red Onion, Cucumber Cup (GF)

Curried Chicken Samosa with Cilantro Lime Sauce

Beef Wellington with Horseradish Sauce

Vegetarian Sev Puri (GF)

SALAD COURSE

Balsamic-Marinated Summer Berries with Organic Baby Greens and Goat Cheese Crouton

ENTRÉE

Bone-In Chicken Breast with Miso Mustard Sauce, Yukon Gold Potatoes and Baby Vegetables (GF)

VEGETARIAN ENTRÉE

Truffle Risotto Cakes with Charred Asparagus, Mushroomand Fresh Tomato Basil Compote (GF)

DESSERT

Please note: Dessert will be served on Donor Plaza located near the Bird Yard and Old Zoological Building following dinner.

Dessert buffet of Peach Basil Tart, Chai Chocolate Tart, Limoncello Tart, Goat Cheese Fig Muffin, Devil's Food Cupcake with Salted Caramel Buttercream,

Cheesecake Pop (GF) and Chocolate Cherry Slider (GF)

The wine served with dinner is compliments of Margie and Steve Krause.

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WAYS TO SUPPORT COMO FUND-A-NEED

Your contribution to the Fund-A-Need at Travelers Sunset Affair will ensure that Como Park Zoo and Conservatory thrives.

Support from donors like you goes right to work at Como and helps to benefit Minnesota’s most visited family destination. In fact, contributions of any size at Travelers Sunset Affair can make a difference!

$30 Supplies 3 dozen Poinsettia plugs for a fantastic flash of color at the Holiday Flower Show.

$50 Buys 125 ears of corn, a favorite training treat for Como Zoo’s boisterous bison herd.

$100 Provides a well-baby check-up for one of Como Zoo’s new .

$250 Supports a week’s worth of Nature Walk, the teen conservation program that connects with 200,000 visitors.

$500 Builds the trust it takes for polar bears to volunteer for blood draws, one way Como keeps animals healthy.

$1,000 Populates 100 native monarch chrysalises in the new “Blooming Butterflies”exhibit.

$2,500 Cultivates 2,350 plants for the Sunken Garden Shows to celebrate the centennial.

$5,000 Continues the stunning restoration of the Charlotte Partridge Ordway Japanese Garden.

If you would like to make a donation to Fund-A-Need, you can mail it prior to Travelers Sunset Affair to Como Friends, 1225 Estabrook Drive, Saint Paul, MN 55103 or make a contribution the evening of the event. During a short program at dinner, your Travelers Sunset Affair room host will tell you more about how your support will benefit Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.

Our goal is to inspire every guest at Travelers Sunset Affair to help make a difference at Como.

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WAYS TO SUPPORT COMO FRIENDS’ FUND-A-NEED

Your contribution to the Fund-A-Need at Travelers Sunset Affair will ensure that Como Park Zoo and Conservatory thrives.

Support from donors like you goes right to work at Como and helps to benefit Minnesota’s most-visited family destination. In fact, contributions of any size at Travelers Sunset Affair can make a difference!

$30: Buys 100 ears of corn for Como Zoo’s bison

$50: Supplies one hundred bulbs for the Sunken Garden Flower Show

$100: Covers two weeks' supply of frozen lard, a treat for polar bears Buzz and Neil

$250: Provides free busing and an education program for one second grade class

$500: Gives Como’s animals a week of progressive animal care by University of Minnesota vets

$1,000: Supports Como Zoo keepers in their world-wide conservation field research, benefitting giraffes, penguins and turtles

$2,500: Cultivates the ongoing restoration of the Charlotte Partridge Ordway Japanese Garden

$5,000: Continues the legacy of Sparky by creating a new year-round habitat for the seals and sea lions

If you would like to make a donation to Fund-A-Need, you can mail it prior to Travelers Sunset Affair to Como Friends, 1225 Estabrook Drive, Saint Paul, MN 55103 or make a contribution the evening of the event. During a short program at dinner, your Travelers Sunset Affair room host will tell you more about how your support will benefit Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.

Our goal is to inspire every guest at Travelers Sunset Affair to help make a difference at Como.

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NOT TO BE MISSED!

Wine Toss

Back by popular demand is the Travelers Sunset Affair wine toss! Get a “ringer” and take home a bottle of wine to commemorate your evening — and skill. Just for Magnificent Migrations, we have included some special Como-themed bottles of wine that highlight the Zoo’s animals on the move.

Even if you don’t “ring a bottle” you will be rewarded with a fun prize.

Tickets are $10 for one try or $25 for three.

New Auction Category

This year, we have a new auction category added to the catalog. Make sure to check out the offerings!

Migrations! To highlight the theme “Magnificent Migrations,” this category has all interpretations of the word migrate! From trips, to antiques and historical items, to Como’s collection of migrators – we have covered the spectrum. Enjoy the journey through these unique items.

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AUCTION OVERVIEW

Travelers Sunset Affair will feature three Super Silent Auction packages and a vast catalog of fantastic silent auction items.

TWO METHODS TO BID

For your convenience, you can bid on all our auction items on your own smartphone — or check out a mobile device at registration.

BidPal mobile bidding works well on most Windows smartphones, newer Blackberry devices, and all iPhones and most Android smartphones. You don’t need to download an app. The day of Travelers Sunset Affair, just connect to the internet and type this friendly URL into your smartphone browser: http://bidpal.net/sunsetaffair2017 and you will be ready to bid.

Please be sure that your battery is fully charged so you don't miss out. If you don't have a smartphone, we will have a limited number of handheld electronic bidding devices available for your use. Bidding on both the Super Silent and Silent Auction items concludes at 8:30 p.m.

Auction check-out will begin at 9:15 p.m. at the station near the Visitor Center. Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover will be accepted.

PROVIDE YOUR CREDIT CARD NUMBER AT REGISTRATION FOR QUICK AUCTION CHECK-OUT.

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HOW TO BID AND AUCTION RULES (THE FUN STUFF!)

• All bids must be placed through a mobile device.

• Opening minimum bids are listed for each item & bids must be raised in the dollar increments listed for each item.

• A bidder may purchase eligible items outright for the BUY IT NOW price listed on your BidPal or phone; the item purchased will be marked as SOLD and bids will no longer be accepted for that item; BUY IT NOW still requires the bidder to go through check-out procedures.

• When the auction ends, your mobile device will list which items you’ve won and for what amount.

• Remember, a bid is a legal contract to buy.

• No items are to be removed prior to full settlement.

• Inspect all items and read all descriptions and limitations before purchasing.

• All items are sold as is.

• Every effort has been made to provide accurate information for each item. Como Friends and its volunteers are not responsible for descriptions, values, or authenticity of information supplied by donors.

• There are no refunds or exchanges unless noted.

• Auction items may be substituted, withdrawn or added prior to the event. Restrictions may apply.

• A portion of your purchase may be tax-deductible, but please consult your tax advisor before automatically deducting your purchase.

• You must be 21 years of age or older to bid on packages containing alcoholic beverages.

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AUCTION ITEMS

PREMIUM

10 Dogsled Trip for TwoValue: $3,150Donor: Wintergreen Dogsled Lodge, Sherry Fonseth-Lais and Charlie Lais See Ely, Minnesota, the "Sled Dog Capital of the U.S." from the optimal angle as you shush and mush through the sparkling north woods behind a team of furry, four-legged friends. Founded by environmentalist and arctic educator Paul Schurke, Wintergreen Dogsled Lodge is the stuff of Minnesota legend—the nation's only lodge devoted exclusively to dogsledding. Refresh, relax, and rejuvenate in the sparkling snowscape of our northwoods winter during this four-night dogsled trip for two, to be scheduled between December 2017-March 2018. With instruction and assistance from Wintergreen’s guides, you'll actually be driving a team of lodge dogs on beautiful northwoods trails each day.

11 Katy PerryValue: $493Donor: Stinson Leonard Street LLP With a platinum blonde look, a hot feud with Taylor Swift, and Billboard’s number one album, Katy Perry is the pop diva you don’t want to miss. With these two tickets, you can play “Witness” to her latest tour when she comes to “Roar” at the Xcel Energy Center on Friday, December 1 at 7:30 p.m. Section 118 row 5.

12 Saint Paul Bar Crawl

Value: PricelessDonor: Pat and Laura Harris, Skinner’s Pub - Pete & Molly Skinner Enjoy an evening on the town with Saint Paul enthusiast and former Saint Paul City Council Member Pat Harris and League of Cities Champion Laura Harris. You and 14 friends are invited to join Pat and Laura and other special guests on a spectacular journey through Saint Paul’s favorite beverage haunts. We will ride on the luxurious Skinner’s Bus for a truly special evening on the town. All food and beverage is included.

13 Leather Reindeer Statue

Value: PricelessDonor: Bill Paddock Magnificent Migration Fact: As a running herd, reindeer can reach speeds of 35 miles an hour, and manage to cover an average 110 miles a day when they’re on the move. Don’t let this antlered ungulate get away from you—this stately leather statue is the perfect accessory for your holiday mantel or your arctic man cave!

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14 Running AcesValue: PricelessDonor: Running Aces Casino and Racetrack From harness horse racing to Texas hold‘em, Running Aces Casino and Race Track is all about the sporting life. Enjoy an unforgettable day at the races for your party of eight, including the chance to catch your dinner from the Trout Air fishing pond and tour the horse barn. Then have your catch of the day expertly prepared while you take in the horse races, including one featured race named after your group. Snap pictures with the winning horse, enjoy close action from the starter car, and take home a sports bag with a unique selection of Running Aces memorabilia. Live horse racing is from May 20th - September 16th every Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday. Valid only during the 2017 Live Race season, expires 9/16/2017.

15 Party Like You're a Big Shot!

Value: $3,963Donor: Deb and Mike Hogenson, Loews Minneapolis Hotel Act as if you are “One of the last Big Time Spenders” when legendary musician Billy Joel performs at Target Field on Friday, July 28, marking his first concert in a Minnesota Stadium in his extraordinary career. Your two tickets in Section 2, Row 11 are the perfect vantage point to see the Piano Man work his magic. Your experience will start as you check into the Poet Suite at the Loews Minneapolis Hotel, located across the street from Target Field. Your suite is the ultimate in luxurious accommodations with panoramic views of Minneapolis from the executive penthouse floor. Begin your arrival with valet parking. A fruit and cheese tray, bottle of Prosecco and other amenities will be at your fingertips. Breakfast is provided the next day too! This extraordinary package will get you into a Minneapolis State of Mind!

16 Magnificent Megawatt Tour

Value: PricelessDonor: Xcel Energy Come see what makes St. Paul glow with a private, behind-the-scenes tour for you and fourteen friends at Xcel Energy's combined cycle High Bridge Power Plant along St. Paul’s historic riverfront. After going online in 2008, this 530 megawatt facility was ranked #2 in the world.

PREMIUM (CONTINUED)

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17 Play Hooky from Work

Value: $2,500Donor: Ecolab See the Twins take on the Cleveland Indians on Thursday, August 17 at 12:10 p.m. from the comfort of a suite. Fourteen tickets and one parking pass included; food and beverage not included.

McGough is a proud sponsor

of the Sunset Affair and the

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.

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18 Taste of the Apostle Islands Trip Value: $1,820Donor: Sherry Fonseth-Lais & Charlie Lais, Wilderness Inquiry Discover the Apostle Islands’ astounding beauty and natural bounty with local food expert Beth Dooley. Spend your 4 days, 3 nights paddling to sea caves, hiking trails to waterfalls, and enjoying the Bayfield Peninsula’s sandy beaches. Then spend your Superior evenings preparing and enjoying mouth-watering feasts fashioned from local and organic ingredients, capped off with wine and beer! Author of the recently published "Minnesota's Bounty" and "The Northern Heartland Kitchen," Dooley will be your guide to all that Bayfield has to offer, introducing you to local growers and area farmers doing amazing things with food, like growing apricots in northern Wisconsin! Expires January 2019. Beth's book, "A Taste of the Apostle Islands" is included.

19 The Blackstone, a Renaissance Hotel Chicago

Value: $975Donor: Sage Hospitality, Jewelie Grape Planning a get-away to the Windy City? Stay at the historic Renaissance Blackstone Chicago Hotel, a Michigan Avenue landmark located in the heart of Grant Park, with this certificate for a two-night stay. A signature Chicago destination since 1910, the Blackstone is within minutes of all of Chicago’s greatest hits, including the Institute of Art, Navy Pier, Millennium Park, Shedd Aquarium and the Field Museum. Also included, a $125 gift certificate to Mercat a la Planxa. Advanced reservations are required and based on availability. Black-out dates may apply. Includes a $250 Visa gift card for dining, shopping and doing!

20 Vikings TicketsValue: $3,444Donor: Space Center See the Minnesota Vikings take on the Detroit Lions with four tickets to the noon game on October 1. This Space Center Suite includes food and refreshments for you and your guests.

21 Weber Spirit E310 Grill

Value: $499Donor: Warners' Stellian Fire up the taste of summer on this Spirit E-310 propane grill, featuring three stainless steel burners and an expansive cooking area, giving you the freedom to fire-up some serious food.

PREMIUM (CONTINUED)

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22 University of Minnesota Adirondack Chairs

Value: PricelessDonor: John Miller You can Rah! Rah! Rah! for Ski U Mah to your heart’s content in these magnificent University of Minnesota Adirondack chairs cleverly crafted from reclaimed redwood. Not available for purchase, these one-of-a-kind chairs are made on a limited basis for charitable events only. Perfect for the Golden Gopher who has everything.

ONLY COMO 100 Breakfast with the Polar Bears

Value: PricelessDonor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Como Zoo is earning national recognition for its progressive animal training program, which uses positive reinforcement to encourage animals to participate in their own health care. In this private, behind-the-scenes training session, you’ll see how Como zoo keepers use clicker training and treats (like frozen lard) to keep Como’s twin polar bears Neil and Buzz healthy and curious. This unforgettable experience includes breakfast in the Polar Bear Outpost, and your own question and-answer session with a Como aquatics zoo keeper. This experience is for anyone 12 years old and older. Must be scheduled before 10:00 a.m. and cannot be used between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

101 Lanterns at Como

Value: $65Donor: Calhoun Beach Framing, Cindy Lindgren, LLC Como’s spectacular Japanese Lantern Lighting Festival is all aglow in this 11” x 14” signed print by Edina-based artist Cindy Lindgren. Plus Calhoun Beach Framing $25 gift certificate.

102 Zoo Keeper for a DayValue: PricelessDonor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Working with the nearly 1,000 animals in Como Zoo’s care is a high calling for our professional keepers, who will invite tonight’s winning bidder to see what it’s really like to be a zoo keeper for a day. Perfect for a kid (must be 12 or older) considering a career in animal biology or veterinary work, or a grown-up who’s always wanted to feed a giraffe, this only-at-Como experience will allow you to tag along as zoo keepers share secrets about how they feed the penguins, walk a reindeer, and make Buzz and Neil’s favorite frozen treats. It’s the most fun you’ll ever have shoveling poop—commemorative t-shirt included!

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103 Como Gorilla Puzzle

Value: $30Donor: Nancy and Todd Koch Piece together this picture puzzle of one of Como Zoo’s primate troopers, complete with a cuddly gorilla plush.

104 Japanese Tea Ceremony

Value: $280Donor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Experience the tranquil and reflective ritual of an authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony set in Como’s historic tea house on Saturday, September 9 at 10:30 a.m. for eight people. This “only at Como” opportunity is a rare chance to learn more about this centuries-old tradition from a trained tea master.

105 Giraffes!

Value: $105Donor: Lynette Palmgren Did you know that Skeeter the giraffe made more than 13,000 new friends at Como Zoo’s new public giraffe feeding station? Take home some gentle giants of your own with this gigantic giraffe package, complete with a large plush giraffe, a small plush giraffe and a giraffe tote bag.

106 School Classroom VisitValue: $150Donor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Como’s great education staff often go on the road to visit area schools and libraries, and with this convenient package, we’ll come to a classroom or Scout group of your choosing. This unique Como “house call” includes a visit from one of our traveling animal ambassadors such as “Turkey” the parrot or the fabulous hissing cockroaches!

107 Party on the Deck!

Value: PricelessDonor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, D'Amico Catering The outside deck off the Visitor Center's second floor is the best vantage point to see the new Minnesota Garden—with the stunning Conservatory dome as a backdrop. A perfect venue for a birthday party, anniversary gathering or girls night out! The package for up to 30 comes with up to $2,000 in catering from D'Amico, an animal guest, party planning—and of course, a spectacular view!

ONLY COMO

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108 Big Cat TourValue: $1,213Donor: Lynette Palmgren Go behind-the-scenes in the Large Cat Building and see how zoo keeper Marisa takes care of Savannah, Mufasa and many other large cats. Also includes two snow leopard plush, big cat mug, big cat coasters, umbrella, puzzle, stationery, and notecards, to remind you of a ROARING good day at Como Zoo. Must be 10 years or older to join the tour, expires April 1, 2018.

109 Butterfly Release and Talk

Value: PricelessDonor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Set a butterfly in flight in “Blooming Butterflies” this summer, while Como’s resident butterfly expert reveals more about the rare winged insects and important pollinators that inhabit this popular new interpretive garden. Must be used by Labor Day, 2017.

110 Tour of the Old Barn

Value: PricelessDonor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory

A WPA project, the "Old Barn" is an icon at Como—and it is home to two migratory animals, the reindeer and the bison. You and three friends can get a behind-the-scenes zoo keeper-led tour of the barn and meet the arctic fox, reindeer, Dall's sheep and bison.

111 Como Animal Picture Items

Value: $25Donor: Diana Allen

Take your Como Zoo snapshots everywhere with this trio of only-at-Como gift items including a shopping bag featuring the mighty face of Como Zoo’s Mufasa the lion, Amanda the orangutan playing cards, and 60-piece Chloe the sloth puzzle.

112 Giraffe Party

Value: PricelessDonor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Get up close and very personal to Skeeter the giraffe and the rest of Como Zoo’s herd of gentle giants at a one-of-a-kind “Giraffe Party” for up to 20 people. Enjoy a continental breakfast under the canopy of Como’s new giraffe feeding station, while Como’s keepers share more about these majestic and threatened African animals. This early morning event, to be held before Como’s public 10 a.m. opening, would make an unforgettable kid's birthday party, family outing or corporate team building event.

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113 Como Zoo Animal Picture BlanketValue: $60Donor: Nancy and Todd Koch Cuddle up under a one-of-a-kind quilt featuring all of your favorite Como Zoo animal ambassadors!

114 Signed "Casey’s Great Escape" BookValue: $30Donor: Nancy Shaw In her children’s book "Casey’s Great Escape," local writer and educator Nancy Shaw reimagines the fateful May day in 1994 when Como Zoo’s famous gorilla surprised the crowds—and made international headlines–by climbing right out of his enclosure for a 45-minute tour. Take home a signed copy of this rhythmical, rhyming story, told from the point of view of one adventurous gorilla.

115 Primate Potluck

Value: PricelessDonor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory If breakfast is busy in your kitchen, just imagine what it’s like in Gorilla Forest, where Como Zoo’s professional zoo keepers get eight western lowland gorillas ready to face the day. You’ll get to see what goes into the care and feeding of these great apes as you and your guests (up to 8 in total) enjoy breakfast in the outdoor shelter, and see how zoo keepers use operant conditioning training to encourage these not-always-gentle giants to participate in their own health care, stay curious, and explore their new surroundings in the largest meshed primate exhibit ever built. As an added bonus, you and your guests will have the chance to prepare the day’s primate enrichment, one of the ways Como Zoo keeps the animals in its care healthy and curious.

116 Sparky Demo Party

Value: PricelessDonor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory

A new habitat is coming for Sparky and her friends. After 85 years, the amphitheater and Seal Island are ready to be demolished this fall to make way for the $15 million, naturalistic year-round home to Como's pinnipeds. Pick up a sledgehammer and join other campus staff and dignitaries at a Demo Party. Take a chunk of the old exhibit to commemorate the milestone. Sparky shows will be on hiatus in 2018 but to thank you for your support and hard work, she will work on her "vacation" and give you a special show from her residence in the Aquatics Building.

ONLY COMO (CONTINUED)

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117 Name the Baby Reindeer!Value: PricelessDonor: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Naming a new dog is good fun, but naming a new reindeer is even better. Imagine the fun you’ll have thumbing through Old Norse, Swedish, Sami, and Inuit names looking for just the right name for this cold weather cutie! When full grown, reindeer can weigh as much as 400 pounds, so be sure to pick one that Como Zoo’s newest arrival can grow into.

118 Casey’s Great Escape Original ArtworkValue: $420Donor: Nancy Shaw Cute in any kids’ room, this paired set of framed watercolor illustrations come directly from "Casey’s Great Escape," a Como Zoo story illustrated by St. Paul artist DC Ice. This only-at-Como collectible art includes a signed and personalized copy of the clever picture book, written by Como neighbor Nancy Shaw, who was a guest at Como Zoo the same day Casey took his famous walk-about on zoo grounds.

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200 Eyes of the Sandhill Crane

Value: $200Donor: Radford Pictures Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the sandhill crane, one of the world’s most magnificent migratory flocks, in this gallery-framed, high-impact photograph.

201 Carved Wooden MenValue: $50Donor: Bill Paddock Two carved wooden curios looking for the right man cave: One strapping voyageur with a Bunyan-esque profile and a prospector with a jug of poteen.

202 Polar Bear Bookends Value: $198

Donor: Bill Paddock These beautiful, blue Arts and Crafts-era bookends look just like Como Zoo polar bears Buzz and Neil. This rare set of Van Briggle “blue ice” glazed pottery bookends will give your library an arctic and antiquarian look. .

203 Great Blue Heron in the RainValue: $70Donor: Kathy Long Birds and flowers in their natural habitats are the subjects of finely detailed works of Don Li-Leger, a widely known Canadian artist based in British Columbia. This framed fine print features a great blue heron, a magnificent migrating species that makes the trip from South America to Canada each year.

204 Migration of Cranes

Value: $200Donor: Radford Pictures The arrival of the sandhill cranes across the Great Plains is one of North America’s greatest wildlife spectacles. See it captured in this evocative framed print, depicting the birds’ flightpath over Minnesota.

205 Vintage Straw BagValue: $40Donor: Sherry Fonseth-Lais A little bit Lucy Ricardo, this vintage raffia woven straw bag with top closure and floral embroidery is the retro-cool carry-all you need this summer.

MIGRATIONS!

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206 Daga Polar BearValue: $150 Donor: Bill Paddock Latvian-born, Minneapolis-based ceramicist Maigon Daga signed this charming polar bear figurine, set on a rock slab. The perfect polar paper weight for your mid-century modern collection.

207 Como Park North Garden PrintValue: $175Donor: Indecomm Global Services

From the koi pond to the fig tree, Como’s North Garden comes alive in this painted reflection of the Conservatory’s collection of economic plants from around the world.

208 DroneValue: $600Donor: Anne and Litton Field Direct your own wildlife adventure films with this pre-owned DJI Phantom 2, an aerial filmmaking drone complete with gimbal and GoPro camera operational at -40 Celsius. Look out David Attenborough—you’ve got some competition coming!

209 Como Park Conservatory PrintValue: $290Donor: Indecomm Global Services Como’s historic Excedra is the focal point of this iconic view of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, one of Minnesota’s most beloved buildings.

210 Custom Como Bottles of Wine

Value: $127Donor: Friend of Como Como Zoo’s very own migrating animals adorn the customized labels ofeach of these seven bottles of wine. Raise a toast to “Magnificent Migration” with a bison, butterfly, flamingo, giraffe, polar bear, reindeer, and tiger from this collection of only-at-Como wines.

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300 Flamingo ToteValue: $198Donor: Friend of Como Flamingos turn the African skies pink on their annual migration, and you’ll turn heads when you carry this fun, fuchsia flamingo parade tote from Kate Spade New York. This “Walk on the Wild Side” Bon Shopper is big enough to carry all the basics, with black jacquard lining and printed coated poplin exterior.

301 Woman's Cole Haan SunglassesValue: $100Donor: Bill and Diane Kaphing The elegant collision of tradition and modernity, Cole Haan eyewear is accessible American luxury. With tortoise shell frames, smoked lenses, and metal trim, these sunglasses will keep you stylish and safe in the sun.

302 Travelon Anti-Theft Shoulder Bag

Value: $50Donor: Ilene Leonard Protect your belongings while migrating the world – or just around town with this Travelon anti-theft classic mini shoulder bag in navy. This stylish bag has slash-resistant straps and panels, hidden and locking compartments, and RFID blocking slots to keep your credit cards and passport safe.

303 Coach WristletValue: $155Donor: Ilene Leonard, Nicky Nagle

Pretty and lighthearted in durable coated canvas with a graphic hand-painted “wild hearts” print, this minimalist piece carries cards, cash and a phone within a secure zippered closure. Carry on your wrist or clipped inside a larger bag. Includes a $100 gift certificate to Nordstrom for an even sweeter deal.

304 Animal Print Miche Bag

Value: $25Donor: Jackie Sticha Take home a handbag that goes with everything! With their interchangeable exteriors, the Miche handbag line lets you keep the contents of your purse in one place, while you change your look for every occasion. Featuring an animal print and silver metallic cover, this petite handbag will take you everywhere.

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305 Baystreet Hanna Crossbody BagValue: $228Donor: Nicky Nagle Just the right size for carrying the basics, the Baystreet Hanna leather crossbody bag from Kate Spade New York features an adjustable shoulder strap, zippered closure and cow-pebbled leather in a cement and black colorblock design.

306 Kenneth Cole Sunglasses

Value: $140Donor: White Bear Eye Clinic and Optical

These smoked amber Kenneth Cole sunglasses are just the thing for your next safari.

307 Merrell Tote Bag

Value: $30Donor: Arta Cheney Carry a few essentials on your next urban adventure in this sleek tote from Merrell, the outdoor, off-road outfitters.

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308 Vanderbilt Place Satchel

Value: $329Donor: Nicky Nagle Classic or clever, the snappy black leather bow on the Kate Spade New York Vanderbilt Place satchel will make your look. Made from double-faced pebbled leather with rick-rack trim, the small black giorgia satchel is just what your closet has been hoping for.

309 Anne Klein Purse

Value: $40Donor: Sherry Fonseth-Lais Carry a little bit of Como Zoo’s cat style everywhere you go with this roomy leopard print purse from Anne Klein.

310 Mellow World Purple ToteValue: $50Donor: Howard's Jewelry Purple reigns in this package of lush accessories including a Mellow World purple tote, animal print border scarf, purple sunglasses, and purple tone stone accent necklace set.

311 Black Michael Kors Bag

Value: $328Donor: Flo Dougherty Elevate any outfit with the spacious shape and convertible design of the Michael Kors signature Isabella shoulder bag. In rich pebbled leather and convertible cross-strap, it’s going to be your go-to tote.

312 Men's Aviator Metal Frame SunglassesValue: $125Donor: Bill and Diane Kaphing Top Gun is gearing up for a remake, but these Timberland Men’s Aviator metal frame sunglasses never went out of style.

313 Cobble Hill Cayli Leather Crossbody

Value: $198Donor: Bill and Diane Kaphing In a vibrant blue nearly as bright as the Blue Morphos in Blooming Butterflies, this clever Kate Spade New York crossbody Cobble Hill Cayli bag is just the right size for all of your summer essentials.

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314 Coach Handbag and WalletValue: $600Donor: Diana Allen With its timeless style, the Coach Signature jacquard handbag and wallet is every fashionista’s must-have.

315 Black and Red Bitsy Bag

Value: $178Donor: Brad and Colleen Wood The classic Dooney & Bourke Bitsy Bag, in racy black and red, this leather satchel will make a statement everywhere it goes.

316 Betsey Johnson Women's Cat Eye Sunglasses

Value: $40Donor: Bill and Diane Kaphing You’ll look just as cool as Como Zoo’s new snow leopards in these on-trend Cat Eye sunglasses from designer Betsey Johnson.

317 Animal Print Michael Kors BagValue: $268Donor: Flo Dougherty On the prowl at a party, or taking in a primate enrichment program at Como Zoo, this leopard print Michael Kors bag will keep you from blending in with the crowd. Complete with gold-colored hardware and a trendy crossbody strap.

318 Bitsy Bag in FuchsiaValue: $158Donor: Nicky Nagle Small but mighty, this patent leather fuchsia Bitsy Bag mini bag packs a big fashion punch. Wear one of Dooney & Bourke’s most popular styles as a crossbody bag during the day, or carry it as a chic top handle bag on nights out.

319 Daycation Polar Bear Wallet

Value: $208Donor: Nicky Nagle Cream-colored polar bears on a navy background create a whimsical pattern on this accordion wallet crafted from glossy coated poplin from Kate Spade New York. Complete with a $50 gift card to Rosedale Shopping Center, it’s an arctic cool look for a hot summer.

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400 Disney’s Aladdin TicketsValue: $632Donor: Brad and Colleen Wood One lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite in Disney’s “Aladdin,” the hit broadway musical. Go on a magic carpet ride with four tickets to the Minneapolis Orpheum performance on Saturday, September 30 at 2:00 p.m.

401 Minnesota Dance Theatre Tickets

Value: $300Donor: Minnesota Dance Theatre It’s one of the Twin Cities' most treasured holiday traditions—Loyce Houlton’s Nutcracker Fantasy. Experience Houlton’s beautiful choreography danced by the Minnesota Dance Theatre compwany, guest artists, and children of the School, with the brilliant music of Tchaikovsky by the 44-piece Nutcracker Orchestra led by Philip Brunelle. Your four tickets must be reserved by Dec. 10, 2017.

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402 Personal Property SolutionsValue: $150Donor: Personal Property Solutions Imagine “Antiques Roadshow” right at your front door! This package is for a one-hour consultation about your antiques and other valuables by an accredited member of the International Society of Appraisers.

403 Classics By David

Value: $500Donor: David's Photography From baby portraits to the moments before a couple says “I do,”award winning photographer David Hyttsten knows how to capture a classic. This certificate includes a pre-portrait design consultation, a portrait taken at the location of your choice (within reason), plus $250 to be applied toward printed images.

404 Explore Your Creative Side

Value: $452Donor: ArtiCulture, Cheers Pablo, Mercury Mosaics, Minneapolis Institute of Art, St. Paul Ballet, Textile Center of Minnesota, Treadle Yard Goods, Wet Paint Give the right side of your brain a little love with this package sure to unleash your creative powers. Color outside the lines with a certificate to one Paint and Sip event at Cheers Pablo, create beautiful ceramic art at a three-hour mosaic class at Mercury Mosaics, and explore the offerings at ArtiCulture with $25 gift certificates applicable toward classes and workshops worth $50 or more and memberships. (Not valid for Birthday Parties.) Then stroll the gorgeous galleries of the Minneapolis Institute of Art with four tickets to attend any special exhibition of your choice. If Project Runway’s more your pace, make it work with a Treadle Yard Goods $25 gift certificate for use toward fabric, trims, and notions or a sewing class (expires July 2019), and an individual one-year membership to the Textile Center of Minnesota. Capture it all with a Grumbacher watercolor set and khaki watercolor paper journal from our friends at Wet Paint. Get moving with a $50 gift certificate for a dance class at the St. Paul Ballet.

405 Theater Lover Package

Value: $272Donor: Artistry, Illusion Theater, Old Log Theatre, Pillsbury House Theatre All the world’s a stage with this selection of tickets to the Twin Cities’ small theaters. Enjoy two tickets to any performance at Artistry, the Old Log Theatre (expires 3/9/2018), and Pillsbury House Theatre (expires December 31, 2017). You’ll also receive a gift certificate good for two tickets to any Mainstage or Fresh Ink performance at Illusion Theater.

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406 Penguin Statue

Value: $87Donor: Bill Paddock The march of the penguins is one of the most “Magnificent Migrations” on earth, captured here in this collectible signed Daga pottery statuette of a solitary penguin.

407 Guthrie TheaterValue: $175Donor: Guthrie Theater Noël Coward, Danai Gurira, and Will Shakespeare are all on the bill this season at the Guthrie Theater, now under the direction of Joseph Haj. Enjoy two tickets to one of the first twelve performances (excludes opening night) of the following dramas, comedies, and musicals: Romeo and Juliet, Watch on the Rhine, Blithe Spirit, Indecent, Familiar, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, An Enemy of the People, West Side Story, and The Legend of Georgia McBride.

408 Water Media Abstract Print

Value: $475Donor: Carter Ave. Frame Shop, Lana L. Grow Artist Lana Grow’s painting process combines layers of color, line, texture and collage that feel immersed in nature. This mixed media acrylic abstract print reminds us of the greens and blues of Como’s beautiful water gardens. Includes a $50 frame certificate at Carter Ave. Frame Shop.

409 Lakeshore Players Theatre

Value: $238Donor: Lakeshore Players Theatre One of the oldest continuously operating theaters in Minnesota, the Lakeshore Players are staging old favorites and new discoveries this season. Take it all in with two season memberships to see The Wizard of Oz, The Mystery of Irma Vep, The Great Gatsby, The Underpants, Rabbit Hole, Into the Woods, 10- Minute Play Festival, and Active Voice: Staged Reading Series.

410 Wooden Carved ElephantValue: $54Donor: Bill Paddock Elephant herds will move in search of water, creating one of the natural world’s most thunderous migrations. This wooden carved elephant could migrate much more quietly to your book case or desk top.

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411 Northrop Auditorium Tickets

Value: $152Donor: Northrop The 2017/18 Northrop Dance Season features nine great companies, including three stellar ballets, vibrant contemporary dance, four shows with live music, a family dance special event, and new series packages and discounts for kids. Take your pick of the Twin Cities’ most diverse dance line-up with a voucher for two tickets to your choice of one show.

412 Jesus Christ SuperstarValue: $462Donor: Brad and Colleen Wood Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s legendary rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar brings to life an interpretation of Christ’s final days as a social and political rebel. Dramatized with emotional intensity and propelled by a stirring score, this stirring musical has a passion that goes straight to the heart. Enjoy four tickets to this Ordway Original on Friday, July 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts.

413 Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus

Value: $97Donor: Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus Celebrate the Holidays with a chorus classic brought to you by the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus, now celebrating their 36th season. Enjoy two tickets to the 2017 Holiday Concert Dec. 8 or Dec. 10 — holiday CD included!

414 The Wildcat SanctuaryValue: $80Donor: The Wildcat Sanctuary Our friends at the Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone allow all of their rescued cats to live wild at heart, and encourage the public to adopt “Appropriate Pets.” This Wildcat Sanctuary gift basket includes a 2017 Wildcat Sanctuary calendar, a long-sleeve t-shirt, pint glasses, greeting cards, and magnet. And Appropriate Pet bandana and the DVD “Elephant in the Living Room” are also included.

415 Joke Joint Comedy Club Value: $500Donor: Joke Joint Comedy Club Enjoy a giggly girls night out for 20 with ten “admit 2” tickets to St. Paul’s Joke Joint Comedy Club (not valid for special events.)

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416 Tea Garden Lantern Watercolor

Value: $50Donor: Tea Leaf Gallery / Kelli Fifield Acquired at the St. Louis World’s Fair, this Tea Garden Lantern has welcomed visitors to Como’s historic Japanese garden for generations. Captured here in watercolor, this plein-air painting is framed on an 8"x10” easel.

417 Photo Shoot

Value: $500Donor: David's Photography A split second, borrowed from today and given to the future! David’s portraits are carefully planned, refined and crafted to make a powerful statement about the true value of relationships. This certificate includes a pre-portrait design consultation, a portrait taken at the location of your choice (within reason), plus $250 to be applied toward printed images.

418 Shoop Bronze EagleValue: $185Donor: Bill Paddock One of only a few artist-owned foundries left in America, Shoop’s American Bronze Casting is located in Osceola, Wisconsin. Artist Wally Shoop created this iconic bronze eagle statue, a true collector’s item perfect for an elegant home or a rustic cabin.

419 Out of the BoxValue: $356Donor: Minnesota Fringe Festival, Mixed Blood Theatre, The Brave New Workshop, Theater Latte Da, Weisman Art Museum Push the cultural envelope with this package of tickets to the Twin Cities' creative community at play. Start with four day passes to the Minnesota Fringe Festival, Aug. 3-13, 2017, two vouchers for any mainstage performance at the Mixed Blood Theatre and two vouchers to The Brave New Workshop (not valid for Saturday 8 p.m. performances or any show in December). Help celebrate Theater Latte Da’s 20th season with two tickets to one performance (no opening nights) in 2017-18. Drop in at the Weisman Art Museum anytime with a one-year dual level membership, which includes invitations to special events, a discount in the WAM shop and a subscription to the museum newsletter.

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420 The Phantom of the OperaValue: $348Donor: Brad and Colleen Wood Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA returns to Minneapolis with a cast and orchestra of 52—one of the largest productions ever staged. Listen to “The Music of the Night,” with four tickets to the Thursday, December 14 performance at 7:30 p.m. at the Orpheum.

421 Family Portrait from Studio J's

Value: $250Donor: Studio J Photography Are your kids growing up too fast? Freeze time with this certificate for a 45-minute indoor and outdoor family or child fine art portrait session with Studio J's signature photographer, Judd Sather, in historic downtown Stillwater. An 8”x10” professional print is included.

422 Giraffe StatuesValue: $194Donor: Christiansen + Associates Keep a reminder of Como Zoo’s gentle herd of giraffes in your home or office with this pair of elegant glass statuettes.

423 AnnieValue: $386Donor: Brad and Colleen Wood Leapin’ lizards! Annie is coming to the Ordway! One of the best-loved musicals of all time brings to life the extraordinary story of an orphan who ends up in the lap of luxury. Filled with unforgettable songs like “It’s a Hard Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” and “Tomorrow,” you won’t want to miss this revival of a classic, timeless tale! Four tickets to Annie on Thursday, December 21st at 7:30 p.m. at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts.

424 The Cowles Center TicketsValue: $120Donor: The Cowles Center The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts is the Twin Cities' newest arts center and the flagship for dance in Minnesota. Enjoy four tickets to an upcoming performance for the Cowles Center’s 2017-18 season. Excludes any rentals and the Nutcracker.

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500 Giraffe Chair and BlanketValue: $117Donor: Tim and Nicky Nagle

Imagine the wild safari rides your child can take while resting or reading on this charming giraffe rocking chair, a wonderful introduction to Como Zoo’s gentlest giants. The navy and white giraffe print goes great with an accompanying navy and white chevron stripe fleece baby blanket.

501 Owl Be Seeing YouValue: $77 Donor: K & M International, The Manhattan Toy Company Take home this head-turning birds of prey package for kids including a white plush owl and a small brown plush owl. Also included is a pint-sized suitcase complete with an Ocean Adventures finger puppet set with stage.

502 Orangutan PlushValue: $80Donor: K & M International This over-sized plush orangutan is even bigger than baby Kemala!

503 Family Adventure

Value: $1,050Donor: Circus Juventas, City of Saint Paul Aquatics, Conny’s Creamy Cone, Fat Lorenzo's, Lions Tap, Minnesota Youth Symphonies, Stages Theatre Company, The Bakken Museum, The Malt Shop, The Raptor Center, Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad Spend quality time with the kids this season with a wallet-full of fun tickets, freebies, and great performances for your family. Start with two adult and two child tickets to a VIP Night production of Circus Juventas’ NORÐRSAGA on Sat., August 12 at 1:00 pm, and take in a weekend “Raptors of Minnesota" program at The Raptor Center (expires July 2018). Dive in with an annual family pool pass for City of Saint Paul Aquatics. Ride the Great Northern Railroad’s pizza train through scenic Wisconsin with a certificate good for four passengers (expires 12/18). Choose one of Stages Theatre Company’s great productions for kids including The Hobbit and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr. with four tickets to a Mainstage production (does not include holiday shows or shows in our JC Studio space; expires Aug. 5, 2018). Make science learning electrifying with an annual household membership and related perks at the Bakken Museum (must be redeemed before July 2018), then listen to the classics with four tickets to the Minnesota Youth Symphonies fall concert on November 12, 2017. And save room for dessert with gift certificates to the following: Fat Lorenzo’s ($25), The Malt Shop ($10), Conny’s Creamy Cone ($20), and the Lions Tap ($10, expires 7/20/18).

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504 HatchimalsValue: $120Donor: Deb and Mike Hogenson The newest member of the holiday toy craze hall of fame, Hatchimals are here! Take home two magical speckled eggs, apply loving care, and watch what happens—a magical creature will slowly peck and push through the shell. With Pengualas and Draggles, two-hard-to find species, you’ll be the hit of the holidays—if you can wait that long to see what hatches.

505 Kids Adventure

Value: $295Donor: Bunker Beach Waterpark, Foss Swim School, Vertical Endeavors Indoor Rock Climbing Facility Dive in, climb high, and go to bed tired this summer with this fun package of kids’ adventure destinations: Splash around Bunker Beach Waterpark with two daily admission passes (expires 9/4/2017), refine your forward crawl with a $50 gift certificate to the Foss Swim School and a $35 New Family fee waiver; then go for a climb up a recreational rock face at Vertical Endeavors Indoor Rock Climbing Facility with a day pass and rental package for up to five participants.

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506 Toddler Outdoor FunValue: $64Donor: Friend of Como Keep little ones busy all day long with this action-packed package of toddler toys including a Junior Pro Golf Set, Sand and Water Playset, a Gardener Set (including a wheelbarrow, shovel, rack, and mower), Amazing Bubbles, sidewalk chalk and a bag of beach toys.

507 MiO Think + Do x Curiosity = ImaginationValue: $66 Donor: The Manhattan Toy Company With a mix of natural color and wood, The Manhattan Toy Company’s new line of MiO modular wood play sets are designed for open-ended play for preschoolers. With hand-painted heads and soft bean-bag bodies, little hands love building with these imagination-igniting toys. The MiO Woodland set includes a Fox and Skunk set, a Forest Adventure Camping Set, and MiO Sleeping play set.

508 Animals and Reading

Value: $90Donor: Friend of Como, Joyce Boardson, Wild Rumpus Learn all about the world’s large vertebrates with "Big Book of Big Animals,"part of a cool zoo collection that includes "My Zoo Animals Activity and Sticker Book", two journals, a hand-made black bear plush, and a $10 gift certificate from Wild Rumpus in Linden Hills.

509 Zoo-Themed Child's Bathroom DécorValue: $75Donor: Moore Lake Dental, Jack and Mary Jean Sargent Kids will “go wild” for their before-bed ritual when they see these Safari-inspired bathroom accessories, including a play smart sonic toothbrush for ages 3-15, giraffe soap dispenser, elephant wastebasket, and coordinating tissue and toothbrush holders.

510 Antarctica Penguin PackageValue: $70Donor: Jill Sadler Antarctica is home to six species of penguins, and your Lil’ Explorer can start learning all about them with this penguin package featuring a "Little Penguin" puppet book, "If I Were a Penguin" story book, and a penguin-themed child's t-shirt, slippers, and socks—picked up from Jill's recent trip to Antarctica.

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511 Children’s Theatre Company “The Wiz” TicketsValue: $208Donor: Children’s Theatre Company Ease on down the road with Dorothy and her friends in this dazzling mixture of rock, gospel and soul music. Penumbra Theatre and the Children’s Theatre are partnered up for what’s sure to be an Oz-some adventure for your whole family. Enjoy four tickets to the show which opens January 2018.

512 Kids' Stay Cool Package

Value: $159Donor: Friend of Como The kids won’t need air conditioning with these splashy beach and pool games sure to keep cool all summer. Package includes a Pool Play Game Center (complete with play basketball or ring toss), two Palm Tree Cup Holders, Jumbo Beach Ball, Seal Sprayer water sprayer, Geyser Blast Sprinkler, Jumbo Flamingo Ride-on raft, splash Sprint Racing water slide and two Amazing Scott Balloon kits. Dry off in time for dinner with a butterfly beach towel and a frog beach towel.

513 Pirate Basket

Value: $90Donor: Jean McGough Ahoy mateys—here’s a pirate package full of treasures, including a super pop-up pirate game, pirate floor puzzle, Melissa and Doug Let’s Pretend pirate costume and "Prince and Pirate" hardcover book.

514 Little Girl Monkey BasketValue: $135Donor: Mary Jean Sargent Here’s a collection of cuteness baby Kemala the orangutan would love: 6-12 months Izzy and Owie leggings, bib and booties, onesie, monkey WubbaNub, monkey blanket, hand knit hat and “I know a monkey…” book.

515 MOA Children's PackageValue: $486Donor: Mall of America

Here’s your rainy day rescue plan: four Unlimited Ride Wristbands to Nickelodeon Universe, four passes to Moose Mountain Adventure Golf, four passes to the Dutchman's Deck, four passes to SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, a Mall of America Valet Voucher. Also included is an MOA coupon book, MOA adult and youth t-shirt, MOA reusable bag, Dora the Explorer drawstring bag, Nickelodeon hat, MOA notebook, activity book, markers, plush toy, spiral straw children’s cup, yo-yo and Nickelodeon magnet.

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516 For the Budding ScientistValue: $140Donor: Science Museum of Minnesota and Omnitheater, Warm Fuzzy Toys Investigate, explore and discover in the hands-on learning environment of the Science Museum of Minnesota, the most-visited museum in the upper Midwest. Enjoy four general admission and Omnitheater combo vouchers which can be redeemed at the box office for general museum and Omnitheater admission. (Special exhibits not included; expires Jan. 2018). Also included, an anatomy model giraffe.

517 Puppy LoveValue: $85Donor: Jean McGough Puppy lovers will go all soft and floppy for this basket overflowing with cuteness, including a large size Jellycat stuffed bashful puppy dog, medium size Jellycat bashful toffee puppy dog with the board books "Puppy Makes Mischief" and "Sometimes I Feel."

518 MacPhail Center for MusicValue: $100Donor: MacPhail Center for Music Give your kids or grandkids a great start in musical education at MacPhail Center for Music, where teachers strike just the right chord between creating fun, playful learning and teaching solid musical concepts. This $100 gift certificate can be used toward instruction at any MacPhail Center for Music location, and may be applied toward Early Childhood Music, Sign Play Learn, Suzuki Talent Education, Individual or Group Lessons, Classes, Ensembles, Summer Camps or Music Therapy.

519 Metro Cruiser

Value: $200Donor: Brad and Colleen Wood With a sturdy, mountain bike style frame, chunky tires, and a strong 'V' hand brake, the Metro Mini Cruiser is a perfect way for toddlers to discover the joys of cycling. With no pedals or training wheels, toddlers power this bike by running their feet along the ground. As they develop confidence, they begin to lift their feet and glide the bike forward naturally. When it's time to stop, the power "V" brings the bike to a steady halt.


The first true zoo in the United States, the Philadelphia Zoo

is home to great American history, including an elegant

manor house built by the descendants of William Penn. See it

all during your four-night weekend stay in a Deluxe King Room

at the Logan, one of Philly’s premiere hotels. You’ll enjoy VIP

zoo admission for four, including a behind-the-scenes tour of

the zoo and lunch at the historic 1784 home “The Solitude” with

the Zoo Director. (Be sure to see the Carnivore House, the

backdrop where Rocky Balboa proposed to wife Adrian!) Your

unforgettable Philly experience also include VIP tickets to

Longwood Gardens, four tickets to the new American

Revolution Museum, a $50 gift certificate to Reading Terminal

Market, and a two-day Philadelphia Pass that provides free or

reduced price access to many historic and cultural sites around

the City of Brotherly Love. You can travel to the Birthplace of

America using 80,000 U.S. Bank/FlexPerks points (four airline

tickets valued at up to $400 each.) A Visa gift card for $500, a

$100 gift card for The Logan Hotel Spa, a zebra plush and

complimentary zoo parking pass complete the package.

VISIT PHILADELPHIA!

VALUE: $4,468

super silent AUCTION HIGHLIGHT

DONORS: CLR Design, Longwood Gardens, Philadelphia Zoo, Sage Hospitality, U.S. Bank/FlexPerks

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Like the march of the penguins in Antarctica, the seasonal

movement of the Sandhill Cranes is one of North America’s most

spectacular nature shows. Witness the astonishing convergence of

more than 50,000 cranes and 12 million ducks and geese to

Nebraska’s Platte River valley from the comfort of the Crane

Trust’s historic preserve, with overnight accommodations in two

suites in the newly built Bay Family Cottage. This two day,

four-person package, March 1-2, 2018, includes all meals and

close-up viewing from the heated Pietrok VIP blind, which features

two-tiered seating for the best view of North America’s Central

Flyway. The Crane Trust land in Grand Island is also home to a

herd of 70 bison. This excursion is a fabulous opportunity to see

two iconic migrators interacting once again on the Nebraska prai-

rie! The included 40,000 U.S. Bank/FlexPerks points (two airline

tickets valued at up to $400 each) will help provide the airfare

to see the magnificent migration of more than 80 percent of the

world’s population of sandhill cranes. Includes a $250 Visa gift

card.

VALUE: $5,050


SEE NORTH AMERICA’S MOST MAGNIFICENT MIGRATION

DONORS: Crane Trust, U.S.Bank/FlexPerks,Jewelie Grape

Monarch butterflies are spectacular migrators, making a 2,000

mile trek each fall. Don’t miss the opportunity to see millions of

these beauties at their winter home in Mexico. The winning

bidder of this 5-day experience for two will travel to Mexico for

the phenomenal monarch migration. The journey begins in

Mexico City at Hotel La Casona, a renovated mansion in the

trendy Roma neighborhood. The next two days will be filled with

guided exploration of the Butterfly Biosphere Reserves, a

UNESCO World Heritage Site. Evenings will be spent at the

charming Rancho San Cayetano, strolling through the gardens

or taking a dip in the pool. The last day in Mexico City includes a

private tour of cultural sites and the Chapultepez Zoo, famous

for its giant panda breeding success. The evening concludes with

a special Tacos de Autor 6 course dinner and Mezcal Tasting at

Limosneros Restaurant, a top-notch dining experience – and the

perfect ending for the trip. Included are 100,000 FlexPerks

points for airfare ($2,000 value).

VALUE: $6,000


MEXICO’S MONARCH MIGRATION

DONORS: Pique Travel Design, U.S.Bank/FlexPerks,Como Friends Board of Trustees

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520 60'' Jumbo Monkey Plush

Value: $135Donor: Wishpets LLC At five feet tall, this jumbo Monkey plush is about as big as Como Zoo’s female gorillas. You’ll be able to welcome this huggable toy right into your primate family if you’re tonight’s lucky winner.

521 Collection of Children’s Books

Value: $65Donor: Jean McGough Foster a love of reading with this collection of read-aloud books just right for your grandchildren, including the beautifully illustrated "Grandpa Loves You!,""Grandma Loves You!," plus "How to Babysit a Grandma" and "How to Babysit a Grandpa."

522 Farm Friends BasketValue: $105Donor: Jean McGough Farm friends are some of our favorite animal ambassadors. Get to know all the big names in the barnyard with this farm fresh set of block books, a barnyard floor puzzle, and Lego Duplo My First Farm and Lego Duplo Farm Tractor.

523 Animal BenchValue: $30Donor: Friend of Como Bring a little bit of Como Zoo to your backyard garden with this charming, child-sized bench with Safari-themed decorative relief.

524 PLUSH!Value: $92Donor: K&M International Go wild for color with this off-kilter collection of animal plush including a pink penguin, a purple sloth, a blue monkey, pink and blue salamander, pink elephant, and a Switch-a-Rooz pink panda. A collection of African Brights PVC animals are also included.

525 Girl’s Jewelry Starter Kit

Value: $72Donor: Cool Jewels by Phillips International Any girl will love this treasure chest of nature-themed jewelry including an owl necklace, owl earrings, turtle necklace, turtle earrings, dragonfly necklace, two bracelets with charms, and butterfly earrings.

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526 DIY Guy

Value: $71 Donor: K & M International Fire up a little guy’s imagination with this kit of DIY gear and goodies: Motor Headz Garage make your own Eagle truck, Tiger Research toy, Giraffe Research and Rescue toy, Light-Up Sword, Big Cat Collection PVC toys. A rubber snake and green eye ball also included!

527 Wolf BasketValue: $55Donor: Lynette Palmgren Have a howling good time learning all about the wolf, one of Minnesota’s most majestic animal species. The basket includes a wolves book, wolf plush, wolf notepad, wolf bookmark, small wolf picture, and wolf hat.

528 Minnie Mouse BasketValue: $210Donor: Nanci Botnen, Mary Jean Sargent As cute as she was when she was first drawn in 1928, Minnie Mouse decorates this kit of toddler wear and accessories: a hand knit, one-of-a-kind sweater size 2T, Minnie Mouse hat, small stuffed Minnie Mouse and Minnie Mouse Pillow.

529 Anna and Elsa DollsValue: $110Donor: Henry and Lisa Perez Disney’s “Frozen” fans will love dressing up Anna and Elsa dolls by day, and dreaming of Arendelle on Frozen-themed quilt, sheets and pillow set by night.

530 Little Boy Monkey Basket

Value: $135Donor: Mary Jean Sargent For the newest little primate in your family troop: 6-12 months Izzy and Owie leggings, bib and booties, onesie, monkey WubbaNub, monkey blanket, hand knit hat and “I know a monkey…” book.

531 Big CatsValue: $65Donor: Friend of Como, K&M International Get cozy with two big cats—a large white tiger plush and small snow leopard plush. A Big Cat Express train set and the book "Have You Ever Tickled a Tiger" by Betsy Snyder are also included.


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532 GiraffesValue: $275Donor: Nanci Botnen Nearly the size of a calf at birth, this 4 ½ foot stuffed giraffe is a gentle giant any child will love. Comes with a darling 4T giraffe hand-knit sweater.

533 Learn the Alphabet

Value: $59Donor: Jean McGough Teach your grandkids their ABC’s with this eco-friendly Animal Parade A-Z double-sided wood puzzle by Begin Again, and the "Poke-a-Dot Alphabet Eye Spy Book."

534 Little Tikes Ride & Rescue Cozy CoupeValue: $50Donor: Brad and Colleen Wood Here comes the friendliest fire truck in town! Little firefighters will love coming to the rescue in this riding toy complete with reflective light bar, horn and open-and-close drivers door.

535 Less Mess More Fun

Value: $58Donor: Jean McGough Make feeding time for your little one less of a mess and more fun with the Happy Mat, an all in one silicone placemat and plate set that suctions right to the table to captures your kid's mess. Also included, a clever Lollacup toddler sippy, plus a pint-sized fork and spoon silverware set. All items are BPA free.

536 Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction SiteValue: $135Donor: Jean McGough Baby builders are going to dig this basket, which includes a Duplo truck and tracked excavator set, an eight-piece wooden construction site vehicles puzzle from Melissa and Doug, hardcover books, matching game, lacing cards, and Melissa and Doug construction chunky puzzle.

537 Zoo Animal Hand Puppets

Value: $88Donor: Folkmanis Let your imagination run WILD with African savanna animal puppets - lion, lioness, and elephant, along with lion and zebra stage puppets.

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HOME & GARDEN 600 Christmas in July

Value: $255Donor: Jean McGough Make the season bright right now with this festive Tommy Bahama Christmas tree-shaped basket filled with an assortment of holiday decor items including ornaments, frosted lowball glasses, beverage napkins, kitchen towels, a plaid plush throw and more!

601 Pelican FanValue: $59Donor: Priorities 2 Keep your carbon footprint low and your conservation values on display with this clever Pelican-shaped table fan. Perfect for office, cabin or kitchen, this conversation piece fan also has a USB plug-in.

602 Dinnerware Pottery SetValue: $474Donor: Front Ave. Pottery and Tile Co. Set an unforgettable table with gorgeous stoneware from Front Ave. Pottery and Tile Co., just a stone’s throw from Como. This 20-piece, hand-thrown dinner set for four features dinner plates, salad plates, bread plates, bowls and cups custom-made for Sunset Affair.

603 Red and White Striped Hand Tossed Glass Bowl

Value: $275Donor: Jewelie Grape This gorgeous hand-tossed glass bowl combines the best of the Zoo and Conservatory, with a racy red tulip glaze, and zebra-striped accents.

604 Flamingo BasketValue: $85Donor: Lynette Palmgren Glam up your poolside or patio dining with this array of pinkalicious flamingo-themed serving ware including a flamingo serving tray, flamingo glass goblets and carafe, plastic pink and flamingo tumblers, flamingo napkins, and coasters. Pink lemonade and coordinating Flamingo bag are also included.

605 Feng Shui ConsultationValue: $216Donor: Energetic Alignments Bring more harmony and balance into your home or business with this certificate for a two-hour Feng Shui consultation from Energy Alignments.

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606 Make Your Garden Beautiful Value: $89Donor: Java Cycle, Wagner Greenhouses At Como, we love smart ways of reusing and recycling our natural resources, which is why we’re digging Java Cycle organic fertilizer, made from repurposed coffee waste. Get growing with three 4 lb. bags of this smartly-resourced fertilizer, and a $50 gift certificate to Wagner Greenhouses.

607 Stained Glass Flower and Cat VaseValue: $40Donor: Barbara Bobrowitz Whether it’s filled with cat tails, tiger lillies, pussy willow, or leopard’s bane, this stained glass vase with a clever cat design will always remind you of the large cats you love at Como Zoo.

608 Garden Lovers

Value: $109Donor: Friend of Como, Gertens, Java Cycle “Coffee waste that works” is the motto at Java Cycle, which makes All-Purpose Fertilizer from coffee chaff, the thin skin that comes off a green coffee bean after roasting. Try it out with two 4 lb. bags of Java Cycle, and a $25 gift certificate to Gerten’s. A Presto Bucket, Soil Scoop and gardening gloves are also included!

609 Sloth BasketValue: $90Donor: Tim and Nicky Nagle

The totem animal of our times, the sloth is definitely having a moment. Celebrate Chloe the Sloth’s slow-moving style with these sloth-inspired products from Studio Oh!, including a journal, metal tray and insulated stainless steel water bottle. Also included, a soft and adorable 20" stuffed Sloth.

610 Mister Rogers' Mix N Match

Value: $10Donor: Judy Cleveland Hello, Neighbor. You’ll find cardigans galore in Mister Rogers' mix-and-match magnetic wardrobe. Features a variety of outfits, puppet friends, and the Neighborhood Trolley. Package opens up to show the houses and streets of everyone's favorite neighborhood. You will have the happiest refrigerator with these magnets!

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611 EcoWoven Striped ThrowValue: $90Donor: Faribault Woolen Mill The Eco-Woven Cotton Throw in Smoke and White Stripes from Faribault is crafted from a recycled cotton blend, giving the blanket that beautiful heathered look. This blanket has got it all, from consciousness to style to softness and even durability. Sleep well knowing that this soft, durable blanket is also easy on the earth.

612 Accessorize Your Home

Value: $169Donor: DNA Sales, Hom Furniture, Ibis and Orchid Design Garden lovers, bring a little bit of summer indoors with these two home accents—a unique Calla Lily Pillar Candle Pedestal, and a small stained glass window panel all aflutter with birds and blooms. Also included, a $50 Gift Card to Hom Furniture good for more home accessories.

613 Arden Shoreview Animal Hospital

Value: $200Donor: Arden Shoreview Animal Hospital Take your domesticated animal companion in for the works with $200 of veterinary medical professional services at Arden Shoreview Animal Hospital, voted the “Best Place for Pet Care” for six years running by the readers of Lillie Suburban Newspapers. Good for such services as wellness examination, nail trims, anal gland expression, diagnostic examination, dental procedures, surgery, nutritional consultation or end of life consultation. Our motto is "The Best Animal Care by People who Care" and we look forward to meeting you and your special pet. Expires July 20, 2018.

614 Get Cooking!

Value: $243Donor: Friend of Como, Kowalski's Market

The regional dish of the “chosen frozen,” hot dish is the ultimate comfort food. Test out some spicy new variations with this can’t-miss collection of casserole goodies including a set of three nesting stoneware bakers from Sur La Table, each including a tight-fitting plastic lid for easy transport and two gift boxes of Penzeys Spices (The Love Box: Cinnamon, Sandwich Sprinkle, French Thyme, Frozen Pizza Seasoning, Prime Rib Rub, Mural of Flavor, Spanish Paprika, Ruth Ann’s Muskego Ave Chicken and Fish seasoning; and The Soul Box: Galena Street, Italian, Ozark, Curry, Adobo, Florida, Cinnamon). Also included "Entertaining with the Seasons: A Year of Recipes" and a $50 gift card to Kowalski's Market.

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615 Large Stained GlassValue: $188Donor: DNA Sales Bring a little bit of the natural world indoors with this large stained glass featuring hummingbirds and blooming flowers. Suspended inside a long vertical window, this unique stained glass can light up any room with color.

616 Americana BasketValue: $209Donor: Nicky Nagle Set the perfect picnic table or 4th of July event with this Americana Basket: a blue milk crate filled with fun and festive decor for those who love the red, white and blue.

617 Yeti Hopper Two 30 Cooler

Value: $350Donor: Kristina and Michael Nagle

Souped-up with more cold-holding power, easier loading and a new easy-to-carry shape, the Yeti Hopper Two 30 cooler is made with seriously durable materials, a leakproof zipper and a 30L capacity. With capacity for 24 cans and 30 pounds of ice, you’ll never be thirsty again in the great outdoors.

A PART OF YOUR HOME, A PART OF YOUR COMMUNITY.

“Andersen” and all other marks where denoted are trademarks of Andersen Corporation. ©2014 Andersen Corporation. All rights reserved. MS1403-0070

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618 Tommy Bahama Crab BasketValue: $185Donor: Jack and Mary Jean Sargent Add a wave of ocean-fresh style to your summer table with this Tommy Bahama crab-themed basket with dinner plates, bowls, placemats, napkins, napkin rings, and wine glasses for four. Also includes a serving bowl, bottle stopper, bottle of wine and accompanying cooler.

619 Recycling Association of Minnesota

Value: $65Donor: Recycling Association of Minnesota The Recycling Association of Minnesota knows that increased recycling supports sustainability, resource conservation, jobs and a stronger economy in Minnesota. This previously-used bottle-shaped recycling bin is a great reminder of the value of renewing, reusing, and recycling all you can.

620 Fire Pit

Value: $100Donor: Friend of Como Build a summer bonfire in this decorative and durable fire pit, perfect for your next big backyard gathering. This 35 inch wood burning fire pit is made of durable steel, with a decorative copper patina finish that provides rust resistance. The fire pit includes a built-in log grate for optimum air circulation, a spark screen and fire poker. (S’more fixin’s not included.)

621 Butterfly Iron Bench and Pillow

Value: $145Donor: Lynette Palmgren Add a bit of Blooming Butterflies to your own back yard with this charming iron bench and matching butterfly pillow. With its large, butterfly-shaped back rest, this butterfly garden bench is the perfect touch for your pollinator garden.

622 Toro 22'' Variable Speed Mower

Value: $319Donor: The Toro Company Keep your lawn looking great all summer with the Toro Recycler 22 in. High Wheel Front Wheel Drive Variable Speed Self-Propelled Gas Lawn Mower with a Kohler engine. This tough engine delivers 6.75 ft-lb. of gross torque for powerful performance. Able to mow and mulch, this lawn mower has high-quality smart features and proven dependability.


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623 Flower Power

Value: $67Donor: Friend of Como Add an eye-catching centerpiece to your garden with this colorful giant-sized metal flower—no water required, and always in bloom!

624 Conserve Energy on “Recycled” Rocking ChairValue: $429Donor: By The Yard Inc. Your front porch won’t be complete without this Days End Rocking Chair with wide arms and a high back for maximum comfort. Minneapolis based By the Yard Inc. is the premier manufacturer of maintenance-free outdoor patio furniture and accessories from recycled plastic milk jugs.

625 BloomStruck HydrangeaValue: $135Donor: Bailey Nurseries Inc., Java Cycle Depending on soil pH, these three Endless Summer BloomStruck hydrangeas will produce rose-pink, violet or blue flower heads. Because of BloomStruck's extremely strong stems, above average heat tolerance and great disease resistance —especially to powdery mildew— it is a perfect combination of beauty and hardiness for your garden! Includes one 4 lb. bag of Java Cycle organic fertilizer.

626 Endless Summer Original

Value: $148Donor: Bailey Nurseries Inc., Java Cycle Whether you’re looking for full foundation plantings, striking container gardens or beautiful cut flower hydrangea arrangements, The Original Endless Summer hydrangea is a hardy, disease-resistant and time-tested sensation. With easy-to-change color kits available, The Original also has the ability to bloom as an eye-catching blue hydrangea OR pink hydrangea by adjusting your soil’s pH level as needed. Take home three pots of Endless Summer Original tonight! Includes one 4 lb. bag of Java Cycle organic fertilizer.

627 Calypso RoseValue: $118Donor: Bailey Nurseries Inc., Java Cycle An ideal accent for the garden or foundation planting, the Calypso Rose is a compact mounded shrub rose that produces numerous delightful apricot blooms accented with dark glossy green foliage. Recurrent double blooms promise color throughout the season. Includes one 4 lb. bag of Java Cycle organic fertilizer.

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628 First Editions Vanilla Strawberry HydrangeaValue: $148Donor: Bailey Nurseries Inc., Java Cycle Hydrangea lovers — here’s your latest must-have: The First Edition Vanilla Strawberry. Featuring red stems with enormous flower heads, the flowers of the Vanilla Strawberry are creamy white in mid-summer, change to pink as the night temperatures drop, and finally turn strawberry red. New blooms emerge as older blooms change color, giving the plant a multicolored effect in late summer and early fall. Take home three tonight with one 4 lb. bag of Java Cycle organic fertilizer.

629 Easy Elegance Sunrise SunsetValue: $118Donor: Bailey Nurseries Inc., Java Cycle As the name implies, Sunrise Sunset is a stunning blend, with bright fuchsia-pink petals blending to apricot near the centers. Blue-green foliage is disease-resistant on this everblooming shrub rose. Its dense, spreading habit makes it an ideal ground cover and is also well suited to mass plantings. Performs extremely well in cooler and warmer regions of the country. Includes one 4 lb. bag of Java Cycle organic fertilizer.

630 Technito Arborvitae

Value: $148Donor: Bailey Nurseries Inc., Java Cycle Technito Arborvitae is a dense multi-stemmed evergreen shrub with a distinctive pyramidal form. Great for hedges, these three First Edition Technito Arborvitae will thrive in full sun to partial shade. Includes one 4 lb. bag of Java Cycle organic fertilizer.

631 Little Devil

Value: $148Donor: Bailey Nurseries Inc., Java Cycle This exciting improvement in ninebark has an upright spreading habit and fine textured, dark foliage that sets it apart from other ninebark. It is also mildew resistant, with clusters of small purplish-white flowers in June that contrast nicely with the burgundy foliage. Go home with three low maintenance plants that adapt to wet or dry soil. Includes one 4 lb. bag of Java Cycle organic fertilizer.


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GETAWAY 700 Hotel 340

Value: $224Donor: Commonwealth Properties Modern amenities, historic elegance, relaxed luxury, unbeatable location: Hotel 340 is at your service. Located in an iconic, century-old building in the heart of downtown Saint Paul's business district, Hotel 340 is the region's premier boutique hotel with 56 comfortable guest rooms and suites that blend European style and charm with delightful contemporary perks such as Keurig coffee makers and flat screen televisions. Enjoy a one-night get-away stay at Hotel 340 in a Deluxe King Suite.

701 Minneapolis Marriott City CenterValue: $225Donor: Minneapolis Marriott City Center Check in to the nightlife in Minneapolis with this gift certificate for a Friday or Saturday night stay for two at the Minneapolis Marriott City Center. Enjoy two complimentary breakfast buffets (including nonalcoholic beverages and tax) in the Northern Shores Grille the following morning. Restrictions: Certificate must be presented at check in. Void on high occupancy nights including Feb. 14 and Dec. 31.

702 Hartmann Ratio Classic Carry-on

Value: $575Donor: Nicky Nagle Hartmann provides organization and protection for your most essential travel items with this gliding carry-on suitcase from the Ratio Classic Deluxe collection. Pack everything you need for your next safari in this spacious carry-on, including a fully featured, removable, dual folded, gusseted garment suitor with leather accents, a foam roll bar to reduce wrinkling, and zippered mesh accessory pocket.

703 The Saint Paul Hotel Bed and Breakfast PackageValue: $350Donor: The Saint Paul Hotel Deluxe overnight hotel accommodations for two at The Saint Paul Hotel. This special Bed & Breakfast package includes valet parking for one vehicle per day of stay, breakfast for two, turndown service with mineral water and special room preparation. (Based upon availability, some dates restricted including Feb. 14 and Dec. 31.)

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704 North Shore PackageValue: $983Donor: Glensheen, the Historic Congdon Estate, Great Lakes Aquarium, Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen, Larsmont Cottages on Lake Superior, New Scenic Cafe Enjoy a Superior vacation experience on the Greatest of Lakes with this North Shore package complete with a two-night stay in a Larsmont Cottages on Lake Superior cottage suite (expires 12/31/2018; not valid during holiday period), admission for four to see Duluth’s historic Glensheen Mansion (expires 1/9/18), and four tickets to explore the Great Lakes Aquarium (expires 7/31/18). Cap it off with a $25 gift certificate to Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen, and $50 gift certificate to the New Scenic Cafe.

705 Vera Bradley Get Carried Away Tote

Value: $92Donor: Brad and Colleen Wood Vibrant and vital, Va Va Bloom is a Vera Bradley classic print of bright purples, grass greens, orange and teal. A forest of playful mums and daisies flourish on a dark ground while inside, vines of pink and green climb freely. “Get Carried Away” by this collectible pattern and practical tote.

706 Radisson Blu Mall of America

Value: $189Donor: Radisson Blu Mall of America What’s the only Minnesota attraction that welcomes more annual guests than Como? That’s the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. Shop 'til you drop and then stay one night in a Superior guest room at the hip Radisson Blu hotel just a hop away. (Offer is subject to blackout dates.)

707 St. Croix Casino Danbury

Value: $200Donor: St. Croix Casino Danbury Get lucky at St. Croix Casino Danbury, northwest Wisconsin’s number one destination for gaming and entertainment year-round. Experience family-friendly dining and full beverage service, live weekend entertainment and luxury hotel accommodations with a one-night stay and two complimentary buffet meals.

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708 Star Wars Darth Vader Suitcase Value: $200Donor: Nicky Nagle Designed to go anywhere in the galaxy, this Star Wars Darth Vader 28” hardside spinner suitcase provides Jedi-level protection for your carry-on essentials. Stylish and functional, it features a retractable handle and side-mounted skate wheels that help make traveling easier. Cross straps keep clothing items in place, even if you’re doing the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs.

709 Vera Bradley Duffel BagValue: $265Donor: Diana Allen With bright purple, pink and blue petals, Vera Bradley’s “Floral Fiesta” pattern really pops on this roomy and practical duffel bag, make-up case and flat-iron cover.

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710 Now BoardingValue: $50Donor: Now Boarding There's no place like home, but Now Boarding comes close! With a caring staff, indoor and outdoor play areas, grooming, plus parking and shuttle service to the nearby Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. Enjoy a $50 gift certificate good toward your pet’s next stay.

711 Disney World Tickets

Value: $648Donor: Disney From the Magic Kingdom to the Animal Kingdom, you can hop from park to park in a single day with these four one-day park hopper tickets from Disney World. From Jedi training at Hollywood Studios to the fireworks at EPCOT, you can pack it all into one unforgettable day at the most magical place on earth. (Valid during normal operating hours and admission to a one-day experience at our unique theme parks. Can only be used at the Park designated on the tickets, cannot be upgraded, cannot be applied toward a package. Not valid Dec. 25-31. Expires May 2019.)

712 Mystic Lake HotelValue: $185Donor: Mystic Lake Casino Near Valleyfair, the Renaissance Festival and only 25 minutes from the Mall of America — Mystic Lake Casino Hotel is the perfect place to unwind after non-stop fun and to enjoy a night of pure relaxation. You’ll enjoy a one-night stay in a comfortable double-occupancy room with access to the spa, championship golf course and perks including complimentary wi-fi, valet parking, indoor pool, and access to Dakotah! Sport and Fitness. Two buffet meals are also included!

713 Blue Duffel BagValue: $179Donor: Friend of Como On the road less traveled, you need gear that can handle everything that comes your way. This tough softsided 22” bag from High Sierra’s Bingham collection has the sporty style that stands up to the journey. For easy organization and packing, it has three zippered compartments and adjustable outer straps. In-line wheels and a telescoping handle make this lightweight luggage a breeze to carry and roll wherever you travel.

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PAMPER YOURSELF 800 Flamingo Basket for Mom and Daughter

Value: $167Donor: Tim and Nicky Nagle With their long legs and flaming pink feathers, flamingos are a fashion icon for every generation. Outfit a baby girl’s room with this Twelve Timbers Flamingo framed print art, Little Unicorn Swaddle set, Pillow Fort Flamingo hooded towel and Flamingo throw pillow, sun hat, and hairbow all for your special little girl to enjoy. For Mom, there are flamingo print notecards, a flamingo glasses case and cosmetic bag.

801 Girls' Night Out

Value: $200Donor: AlwaysMod Check out AlwaysMod, the new 4,000-square-foot showroom featuring furniture, lighting, textiles, and home accents with a distinctively Finnish design. You and four friends are invited to a private shopping party complete with home design styling tips, Finnish hors d'oeuvres, sparkling wine, a $25 gift card for each guest.

802 Animal Extravaganza

Value: $110Donor: Left Hand Adorn yourself with nature: one cardinal pendant necklace and a set of six animal earrings featuring dragonflies, butterflies, hummingbirds, turtles, moose, and blue moose.

803 Floral Handbag with AccessoriesValue: $169Donor: Howard's Jewelry The beautiful blooms of the Sunken Garden are the inspiration behind these flowering accessories, including a floral handbag with beading, earrings, necklace, scarf and sunglasses.

804 Zebra Shirt, Earrings and Como Zebra BagValue: $133Donor: Nancy and Todd Koch Black and white, or white and black, zebra stripes add endless appeal to this collection of zebra-themed gifts including a shirt, earrings, and one-of-a-kind bag featuring a picture of one of Como Zoo’s own zebras!

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805 Bolivian BountyValue: $60Donor: Jill Sadler Sample from South America with this package of products from Bolivia— a handmade alpaca scarf and mountain-grown Bolivian coffee.

806 Beautycounter’s The Ultimate Baby Collection

Value: $180Donor: Marin Nelson Made with gentle formulas for baby’s delicate skin, the Ultimate Baby Collection is a must-own for every mom. Plus, it includes a stylish diaper bag to keep all your essentials together on the go. Beautycounter is a safe and high performing skincare and cosmetics company, based in Santa Monica, CA. 1,500 known toxins are banned from their products, offering a safe alternative to a highly unregulated beauty industry in the U.S. In addition to this selection of best sellers, you will also receive a 1 hour consultation with Senior Director, Marin Nelson at your home or hers in St. Paul. Your baby deserves no less!

807 Doggie Daycare

Value: $65Donor: Downtown Dogs Feel guilty Fluffy is in a crate all day? Fido have extra energy to burn? Downtown Dogs is the answer! Check out the best in canine care with two days of doggie daycare at their Minneapolis location, convenient to International Market Square and Target Field.

808 Troentorp Clogs

Value: $140Donor: Troentorp Swedish Clogs Handcrafted since 1907, Troentorp Clogs are the height of hygge-style. Bid for your choice from the full catalog of Troentorp styles, from hipster to heritage, each with the orthopedically designed alderwood footbeds, wet-lasted leather, and hand-nailed look that the classic Swedish clog maker is known for.

809 Frida Fiesta

Value: $80Donor: Jennifer Downham Celebrated for her attention to Mexican and indigenous culture, and for her depiction of the female experience and form, Frida Kahlo never goes out of fashion. This fiesta basket captures some of that spirit with shoes (size 8), shopping bag, hat, wallet, coasters, earrings, apron and scarf all featuring the surrealist artist who practically invented the selfie.

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810 Leopard Print Backpack

Value: $119Donor: Howard's Jewelry Como Zoo’s new snow leopards Moutig and Alya will love your look when you patrol your territory wearing this sleek leopard print backpack with leopard print makeup bag, beaded necklace with matching earrings and sunglasses. Top it off with a tweed print sun hat with a matching bow.

811 Bird's the Word "Studs" Flamingo earrings

Value: $58Donor: Friend of Como Twinkling pink crystals glam up these darling flamingo-shaped stud earrings from Kate Spade’s “Bird’s the Word” collection.

812 Aveda ProductsValue: $58Donor: Aveda Your feet carry you through the world; your hands allow you to experience it. Give them the appreciation they deserve with Aveda’s nurturing hand relief and foot relief, for intense moisture and softness.

813 Polar Bear Earrings

Value: $80Donor: Mary Jensen Is it Buzz and Neil’s faces we see in these clever, polar bear dangle earrings? Wear them as a conversation starter about why you love Como Zoo!

814 Explore Twin Cities

Value: $239Donor: Chef Shack Ranch, Conny’s Creamy Cone, Lions Tap, Mpls. St. Paul Magazine, Spasso Restaurant, The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, Twin Cities Model Railroad Museum, Walker Art Center and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, Ward 6 ESB Food & Drink, LLC Discover some of the Twin Cities’ artistic treasures, secret gardens and neighborhood eateries: Enjoy four VIP passes for free admission to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum (not valid with other offers), four free Gallery Admission passes to Walker Art Center and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, four adult admission tickets to Twin Cities Model Railroad Museum, along with a one-year subscription to Mpls. St. Paul Magazine. Order up with gift cards to Ward 6 ($25), Spasso Restaurant ($50), Conny’s Creamy Cone ($10), Chef Shack Ranch ($20), Lions Tap ($10, expires 7/20/2018). Includes "City Parks: The Story of Minneapolis Parks" book and "Parks for the People" DVD.

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815 Woman's Dress HatValue: $225Donor: Angie's Hats Since 2006, Minnesota Milliner Angie Hall Sandifer has created fashionable hats from her studio in Lowertown Saint Paul, MN. With this custom-made creation you’ll be covered for a lovely summer wedding—or even the Royal Ascot.

816 Blow Dry BootcampValue: $1,100Donor: Jon Charles Salon Learn the secrets of achieving red-carpet ready hair at home at Blow Dry Bootcamp presented by the professional stylists at Jon Charles Salon. Bring up to 10 of your Ladies’ Night besties out for a hair-raising evening that will teach you how to achieve the perfect blow dry with the right tools and products. Excludes Weekends.

817 Black Bernardi Earrings and NecklaceValue: $350Donor: Friend of Como The long lariat is the necklace look of the season, seen here in this long Bernardi tassel necklace and matching earring set hand picked by Janel Russell.

818 Custom Shirt

Value: $150Donor: Judd Frost Clothiers Experience the best in style with this certificate for a Skip Gambert custom-made men’s dress shirt from Wayzata’s Judd Frost Clothiers.

819 Cultured Pearl 100'' Strand Value: $500Donor: Flo Dougherty Zelda Fitzgerald was definitely wearing a version of this beautiful 100-inch cultured pearl strand when she visited Como’s Conservatory at the turn of the century.

820 Therapeutic Harp and Reiki HealingValue: $165Donor: Nancy Feinthel, Terri Tacheny The favorite harpist of Como’s Primates, Terri Tacheny will play soothing songs during this 45-50 minute Reiki Healing Session.


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821 Sun and Skin Care BasketValue: $100Donor: Aloe Up Sun and Skin Care Good from the ground up, all of Aloe Up’s products contain more pure Aloe Vera gel, which allows our sunscreens to quickly and effectively soak into your skin. Stay safe under the sun with this care basket of Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50, Sunscreen Mist SPF 30, Aloe Ice Sunburn Relief Jelly, After Sun Light Moisturizer, For the Face daily moisturizing sunscreen SPF 25, and Hand Sanitizer.

822 All a Flutter Mini PendantValue: $78Donor: Friend of Como Don’t let this charming butterfly pendant flutter by tonight. Pavé crystal inlays lend sparkle to this high-flying charm necklace from Kate Spade New York. Adjustable length and lobster-claw clasp make it the perfect piece for your pollinator collection.

823 Cut and Brow Wax

Value: $80Donor: Alison Allen Whether you want to enhance your natural beauty or just escape from the trials of a long day, Tranquility Spa Salon offers a retreat tailored to your specific needs. Refresh with a Tranquility Spa Salon haircut and eyebrow shape.

824 MartinPatrick3Value: $125Donor: MartinPatrick 3 MartinPatrick3 is dedicated to making men look and feel their best, at home or around town. Their collection mixes furniture, apparel, apothecary, and other design elements in one attractive space at 212 Third Avenue North. Go for a looksee with this $125 gift certificate exclusively for the guests of Sunset Affair.

825 Goldwood Kennels BasketValue: $175Donor: Erin Hilton Dogs don’t mind when you go on vacation if you book them for a stay at Goldwood Kennels, located in the beautiful countryside of White Bear Lake. A professional boarding kennel since 1972, the Goldwood staff pride themselves on making your pet's stay clean, comfortable, worry-free and fun! Enjoy a $100 gift card good for all services, and a basket of dog toys to drool over.

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826 Accessorize!

Value: $243Donor: Bibelot, Landre Gifts, R.S Covenant, Schuler Shoes From footwear to neckwear, this accessory package has you covered: take home two scarves, a clever Panda ring, large hoop earrings, and gift certificates to shop for just the right thing at Schuler Shoes ($25) and Bibelot ($50).

827 Platinum Drusy Earrings and PendantValue: $70Donor: R.S Covenant Glittering crystals over colorful mineral create an eye-catching effect in this elegant platinum drusy pendant and earring set.

828 Cuban Cool Value: $65Donor: Jill Sadler Savor the flavors of Cuba with this collection of island products including Havana Club Rum and three Cohiba Cuban Cigars. When morning comes, brew up some Cubita Cuban Coffee for serving up on a charming hummingbird wood trivet, while you listen to local Cuban group Compas de Espera.

829 Amazon Echo

Value: $180Donor: Laura Fries Play all your music from Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, and more using just your voice on Echo, the smart speaker created by Amazon. Using the voice-activated Alexa personal assistant, you can play music, call or message your contacts, and even ask questions about everything from the traffic to last night’s scores. The Amazon Echo fills the room with immersive, 360º omni-directional audio, and can even be programmed to control lights, fans, switches, thermostats, garage doors, sprinklers, locks, and more with compatible connected devices from WeMo, Philips Hue, Samsung SmartThings, Nest, ecobee, and others. Hey Alexa, let’s bid on this one.

830 MassageValue: $70Donor: Jackson Chiropractic Clinic Jackson Chiropractic Clinic in Vadnais Heights has been a leader in the field of complementary care, including massage therapy and myofascial release. Feel your tension melt away with this voucher for a 1-hour massage from Jackson Chiropractic Clinic.


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900 Apple WatchValue: $300Donor: 29 Tonight Inc. With the Apple Watch, you’ll never miss what matters. Instantly receive and respond to your favorite notifications. Get the motivation you need to stay active and healthy. Express your personal style in a whole new way. From the way it works to the way it looks, Apple Watch isn’t just something you wear. It’s an essential part of who you are.

901 Annual Family Pool Pass

Value: $650Donor: City of Saint Paul Aquatics Go off the deep end with a 12-month annual family pool pass for City of Saint Paul Aquatics, good for up to five family members with privileges at three pools: Como, Highland and the Great River Water Park.

902 Fore!

Value: $204Donor: Como Golf Course Bring a foursome to play the Como 18 Hole Golf Course, nestled behind the historic Como Park Zoo & Conservatory and just across Lexington Parkway from the scenic Lake Como. The shorter, sporty course has a par 70, plays 5,581 yards from the middle tees, and has a rating of 67.5 and a slope of 122. Golf carts included!

903 Escape MSP Voucher - St. Paul

Value: $120Donor: Escape MSP Clocks, locks and secret passages...Your team is locked in a fully-themed room with two goals: collect the hidden asset and escape the room before time runs out! To complete your mission you will need your wits, teamwork and a lot of critical thinking. Perfect for a birthday party or an outside-the-box office bonding experience, enjoy one voucher for 4 to Escape MSP- St. Paul. (Expires 12/31/2017)

904 Cirque du Soleil Tickets

Value: $385Donor: Stinson Leonard Street LLP Cirque du Soleil carves electrifying moments, breathtaking artistry and its unique creativity into ice in a fresh, innovative spectacular: Cirque du Soleil Crystal. Enjoy two tickets to see the show Nov. 11, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. (Section 109, Row A, seats 13 and 14).

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905 Sid!

Value: PricelessDonor: Deb and Mike Hogenson Read all about the 97-year-old Star Tribune legend Sid Hartman in Sid! The Sports Legends, the Inside Scoops, and the Close Personal Friends by Sid Hartman with Patrick Reusse. Signed by Sid himself!

906 Gopher Hockey Tickets

Value: $172Donor: Jill Sadler Watch the Gopher Men’s Hockey team take on Michigan on Saturday, January 13, 2017; game time to be determined at mygophersports.com.

907 Adult Stay Cool PackageValue: $164Donor: Friend of Como Float the day away on a wild river or a relaxing pool with these fun inflatables: a Rapid Rider inflatable, Jumbo Flamingo Ride-on raft, Deluxe Floating Cooler, and Inflatable serving bar. Two Palm Tree cup holders, two Como Zoo water bottles, a Zebra beach towel and a Flamingo beach towel provide a little extra Como flavor to the package.

908 Night at the Ballpark

Value: $233Donor: Redpath and Company See the Minnesota Twins take on the San Diego Padres at 7:10 p.m. with four Club Level tickets on Tuesday, September 12.

909 Zumba ClassesValue: $100Donor: E.L.I. Fitness International Add a Latin flavor to your exercise routine with 10 free class passes to check out the high energy Zumba classes at E.L.I. Fitness.

910 Minnesota Sword ClubValue: $153Donor: Minnesota Sword Club Throw down some serious “Game of Thrones” skills with this gift certificate for two months of medieval combat instruction or Olympic fencing training at the Minnesota Sword Club. Equipment use included and only for new members.

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911 Balance for Life Fitness CenterValue: $80Donor: Balance for Life Fitness Center Balance for Life Fitness Center is a personal training and pilates studio in Arden Hills, providing one-on-one training and small group classes for women and men of all ages who are interested in maintaining and developing their health and wellness in a non-intimidating and non-competitive atmosphere. Enjoy an $80 gift card for this "by appointment only" training studio specializing in getting you the results you are after. (Expires 12/31/17.)

912 DeWalt Charger Radio

Value: $199Donor: Deb and Mike Hogenson With great sound quality, heavy-duty construction and USB ports to keep all your electronics charged up for the day, the DeWalt Charger Radio is essential gear for outdoor living.

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913 Oak Ridge Country Club Golf for FourValue: $500Donor: Ed Bialek of Oak Ridge Country Club Founded in 1921, Oak Ridge Country Club is a private club, rich with tradition and pride. With an impressive clubhouse, superior golf, swimming, and tennis facilities, a fitness center and world-class staff, it is easy to see why Oak Ridge remains an oasis for our members and a pillar in our community. Enjoy one round of golf with carts at Oak Ridge Country Club for four people. (Certificate expires at the end of the 2017 golf season.)

914 St. Paul Saints Tickets

Value: $80Donor: Platinum Bank Find out why “Fun is Good” with four tickets to see the St. Paul Saints take on the Wichita Wingnuts at CHS Field on August 22.

915 Escape MSP Voucher - Golden ValleyValue: $120Donor: Escape MSP Will you locate and defuse a bomb, stop the spread of an evil doctor’s virus, or gather incriminating evidence about an international businessman-turned-spy? They’re just some of the secret missions you can go on at Escape MSP-Golden Valley, with one voucher for four players. (Expires 12/31/2017.)

916 Arthur Murray Dance Studio Minneapolis

Value: $149Donor: Arthur Murray Dance Studio Minneapolis Whether you want to waltz at a wedding or tango till morning, this one week membership to Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Minneapolis will get your feet moving. You’ll receive one introductory lesson, one group lesson, one practice lesson, and one follow-up private lesson. This membership must be used at the Minneapolis location for new members only.

917 "Escort the Pig" PackageValue: $150Donor: Saint Paul Saints “Alternative Fats” is the name of the St. Paul Saints’ newest porcine mascot, your partner on an unforgettable promenade to home plate on Thursday, August 24th, 7:05 p.m. at CHS Stadium. Included in this only-in-St. Paul package are four reserved tickets to the Saints’ outfield, and four matching baseball caps to proclaim your hometown pride.


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918 Oak Marsh Golf CourseValue: $68Donor: Oak Marsh Golf Course Tee up your next golf outing at Oakdale’s Oak Marsh Golf Course with this certificate good for two 18-hole green fees, valid Monday-Thursday only and cart not included. Expires October 2017.

919 Bowling PartyValue: $520Donor: Park Tavern Strike it big with a bowling party for up to 40 people at the Park Tavern in St. Louis Park. Shoes included! (Advance reservations required. Maximum 6 lanes. Minimum 6 people per lane and party time up to 2 hours.)

920 Pool and Yacht Club, Inc.

Value: $1,000Donor: Pool and Yacht Club, Inc. Located on the shores of the mighty Mississippi in Lilydale, the Pool and Yacht Club calls itself “the best kept secret in the Twin Cities.” Enjoy a one-year membership with all its privileges. (Certificate MUST be redeemed within 60 days of issue. One-year Complimentary Membership available only once per household.)

921 All Aboard the Dinner Train! Value: $120Donor: Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad You’ll be dining just like Cary Grant and Eva Marie Saint in “North by Northwest” when you take a ride on the Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad’s Dinner Train which boards between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. each Tuesday through Saturday evening. Stop by the bar and grab a cocktail before settling into a comfortable loveseat in the lounge car, or head right to your table in the dining car. Watch scenic farm fields, deep woods, and Namekagon River valley views roll by as you relax into an evening of great service—and Eli’s Gourmet Cheese Cake for dessert. This two-person dinner train certificate expires December 2018.

922 Twins Vs Arizona DiamondbacksValue: $268Donor: Friend of Como Take the whole family to the ballgame with four tickets to see the Minnesota Twins vs. the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday, Aug. 19, at 6:10 p.m. (Tickets are in Section 121 Row 7 Seats 1-4.)

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923 Big Thrill All Day PackageValue: $180Donor: Big Thrill Factory Eat, play and celebrate at the Twin Cities' #1 family entertainment destination for bowling, laser tag, arcade games, mini golf, trampolines and more! Enjoy six unlimited All Day Play Packages at the Big Thrill Factory in Minnetonka.

924 Paddle the Mississippi

Value: $180Donor: Wilderness Inquiry Looking for adventure in the heart of the Twin Cities? Explore the Mighty Mississippi River up close and personal in a 24-foot cedar strip canoe. On this half-day guided trip you’ll paddle through the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, learning about the wildlife and amazing human history of the River. Your gift certificate for four passes expires January 2019.

925 Bed & Breakfast TrainValue: $329Donor: Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad All Aboard America’s only moving Bed & Breakfast Train! This overnight trip boards at 5:00 p.m., parks at 9:00 p.m. for a good night’s sleep, and concludes the next morning at 10:00 a.m. Enjoy an evening full of dining and fun, and stay cozy in your traditional Pullman Double Bedroom featuring upper and lower beds, a toilet annex and sink. The Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad B&B train ride showcases the best of the 1950’s travel experience! This two-person traditional B&B certificate expires December 2018.

926 Stars and Stripes

Value: $215Donor: Jack and Mary Jean Sargent Just the right gear for your next Independence Day dinner party: a stars and stripes bean bag toss, serving platter, four dinner plates, four salad plates, four bowls and four glasses. After dinner enjoy a game of bean bag toss with this patriotic game.

927 Twins Legend Club Tickets

Value: $210Donor: John A. Knutson Co., CPA You’ll have a great view of the Twins vs. Texas Rangers game on Sunday, August 6 with four tickets in the Legends Club section at Target Field. This section provides some of the closest Club level seats in the league, with upscale food and beverage offerings, and a place to cover up during inclement weather.


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928 Middle Eastern Dance Classes

Value: $280Donor: Jawaahir Dance Company and The Cassandra School Teaching Middle Eastern and belly dancing for thirty years, the Jawaahir Dance Company will get you in the groove. These two gift certificates are good for a 10-week session of beginner dance classes.

929 Lust for LifeValue: $461Donor: Buck Hill, Minnesota Zip Line & Adventures, MN Pro Paintball, Penn Cycle, Powder Ridge Winter Recreation Area Get fearless about fun in the great outdoors: Start with a two and a half hour adventure for one with Minnesota Zip Line & Adventures, providing high-flying canopy tours of the Minnesota River Valley and Brainerd. Then fire up for a special mission at Minnesota Pro Paintball with one voucher for four, plus free air fills. (Expires 12/31/17). Take on the terrain park at Powder Ridge Winter Recreation Area with voucher good for a skiing or snowboarding ticket with rental (expires end of 2018 season). Bomb the moguls at Buck Hill with two all-day ski or snowboard lift tickets valid for the 2017-2018 season. And get ready for off-roading with a complimentary bike tune-up at Penn Cycle (Expires April 2018.)

930 Golf!Value: $90Donor: Joe's Sporting Goods, Three Rivers Park District Come practice your swing with a driving range pass to Three Rivers Park District, which operates 63 holes of golf at four locations with driving ranges across the Twin Cities metro area, including Baker National Golf Course, Cleary Lake Golf Course, or Eagle Lake Golf Center. Improve your handicap with a host of great golf gear and gifts with two $25 gift certificates to Joe’s Sporting Goods.

931 Front Row Seats to the Twins

Value: $336Donor: Space Center See the Twins take on the Texas Rangers on Saturday, Aug. 5 at 6:10 p.m., with four tickets to great seats in the first row behind the Twins dugout, closest to home plate.

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932 Birdie BagValue: $180Donor: Birdie Babe Golf Sport a few spots from Como Zoo when you hit the links with the Birdie Babe Leopard Women's Golf Hybrid Cart Bag. This hybrid design combines the best features of a cart bag and a stand bag into one awesome bag that won’t fall over when you set it down. Features include a removable cart strap, a valuables pocket, tee holder, and a large insulated cooler pocket with room for several cans.

933 Tanner's Brook Golf Course

Value: $300Donor: Gerald G. Adams, Tanner's Brook Golf Course Golf Forest Lake’s picturesque Tanner's Brook Golf Club was designed by former PGA Tour player Dave Tentis of White Bear Lake. This package includes a foursome of golf, golf cart, valid Monday - Friday only, and Saturday and Sunday after 10:00 a.m. and a $100 gift card for food, beverage and/or Pro Shop merchandise.

934 Wilderness BooksValue: $42Donor: AdventureKeen Add a few more birds to your life list with this collection of field guides for the Upper Midwest: "Birds of Minnesota Field Guide," "Our Love of Loons," and "Birds of Wisconsin Field Guide." A pack of Hummingbirds playing cards are also included!

935 Zootility Tools Wallet PackValue: $48Donor: Friend of Como Portland, Maine-based Zootility Tools makes credit card-sized bottleopeners and multi-tools that amaze and delight. Take home thispractical but whimsical wallet set complete with PocketMonkey,Hedgehog tool, and Bison bottle opener.


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WINE & DINE 1000 Gin and Vodka Tonic Basket

Value: $90Donor: Bill and Diane Kaphing This basket is the right tonic for warm weather refreshment, whether you mix it with the dry juniper finish of gin or the clean and cold taste of vodka. Cheers!

1001 DQ Dilly Bars for a YearValue: $115Donor: International Dairy Queen Corporation So good, it's RiDQulous: The DQ Dilly Bar deserves a place of honor in every freezer. Enjoy a year’s worth of chocolate-coated goodness with this package, good for one case of 72 Chocolate Dilly Bars, or one box of 6 per month.

1002 Date NightValue: $255Donor: Blvd Kitchen & Bar, Conny’s Creamy Cone, Nightingale Food & Cocktails, Paragon Theaters, Red Savoy's Uptown, Rocco Altobelli, Wine and Canvas Shake up date night with this collection of off-the-beaten path ideas for your night out. Try an art class—with a twist—at one of Wine and Canvas’ public events (two passes, not valid for private, corporate, fundraising or Cookies and Canvas events). Take in a blockbuster with two movie tickets and two small popcorns good at any Paragon Theater venue (expires 10/1/2017). Get your hair or nails done at Rocco Altobelli with a $20 gift certificate. And try a new restaurant with gift certificates to the following: Blvd Kitchen & Bar ($50), Nightingale Food & Cocktails ($40), Conny’s Creamy Cone ($10), and a gift certificate for a free large take and bake from Red Savoy's Uptown.

1003 Coffee Time

Value: $95Donor: Velasquez Family Coffee, Arta Cheney

Start your day with hand-picked, shade-grown coffee from the Velasquez Family Farm in the mountains of Honduras. Includes two custom Polar Bear mugs and matching coasters.

1004 Crooners Lounge & Supper Club

Value: $70Donor: Crooners Lounge & Supper Club Crooners Lounge and Supper Club celebrates the post-war world of martinis, Dean Martin, and well-marbled steaks with a contemporary spin. Enjoy two tickets to a dinner show at Crooner’s Dunsmore Room, an intimate 90-seat music room with a 9-foot Steinway piano, dinner and cocktail service.

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1005 Black Sheep Pizza and the Saints

Value: $115Donor: Black Sheep Pizza See fireworks and savor coal-fired pizza in a single night! Enjoy a $25 gift certificate for Black Sheep Pizza, and two tickets to the St. Paul Saints game on August 18th at 7:05 p.m. featuring Friday Night Fireworks. Black Sheep Pizza Swag is also included.

1006 Acqua RestaurantsValue: $80Donor: Acqua Restaurants Acqua offers a warm dining experience with gorgeous lakeside views and unique Italian dishes in White Bear Lake and Forest Lake. Tuck into a three course dinner for two valid for either Acqua’s White Bear Lake or Forest Lake locations.

1007 Whole Grain Gift BoxValue: $79Donor: Great Harvest Bread For over 30 years, Great Harvest Bread has been milling whole wheat flour daily and baking breads that are truly simple, wholesome, and delicious. Bread. The way it ought to be. Set out a summer picnic of great sandwiches, or set an unforgettable dinner table with this Whole Grain Gift Box complete with fresh breads, cookies and other goodies.

1008 Commodore Bar and Restaurant

Value: $100Donor: Commonwealth Properties Grab a taste of the Roaring 20s at the newly restored Commodore Bar and Restaurant, a favorite hangout for Zelda and Scott Fitzgerald. Be sure to make reservations for St. Paul’s new “it” spot before you splurge with a $100 gift card.

1009 Sonoran Desert basketValue: $150Donor: Mary Ann Evander Prized for its medicinal value and magnificent sweetness, prickly pear cactus is the dominant flavor in this Sonoran desert basket: Taste Prickly Pear cactus candy, Blue Corn Cookie Mix with Prickly Pear Cactus Marmalade, Prickly Pear Vinaigrette, Saguaro Blossom Cactus Tea, Sonoran Desert Honey, Smoky Chipotle Steak Rub, and Cacao Sweet Nibs, and a Southwest Pottery snack bowl, Adobe kitchen towel, Gecko wine holder. Paired with Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling, a dry refreshing wine with beautiful fruit flavors that compliments these distinctive Southwest flavors.

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1010 Meritage Three Course Sunday Chef's Menu for Two

Value: $70Donor: Meritage Start the week right with the classic three-course Sunday chef’s menu for two, a Meritage tradition for St. Paul diners in the know. The menu at this chef-driven French Brasserie is famed for its fresh local ingredients, delicate preparations, and to die for frites.

1011 Surly SACKValue: $70Donor: Surly Brewing Co. Show your discerning taste for beer with this Surly Sack from one of Minneapolis’ favorite craft breweries including a men's t-shirt, a women's t-shirt, 4 pint glasses, a hat and a $20 gift card for the Surly Beer Hall.

1012 English Tea Basket

Value: $100Donor: Mary Ann Evander Take your tea in Downton Abbey style with this beautiful bone China English teapot from London. Includes an assortment of teas to suit your mood from traditional English Breakfast Tea to the more adventuresome Rooibos or Mint Masala Chai.

1013 The Big Spread

Value: $400Donor: Chipotle Mexican Grill Throw a little party or make working through lunch a lot more fun with catering from Chipotle Mexican Grill for up to 20 people. “The Big Spread” includes three meats and fajita veggies, so your guests can create their own tacos and bowls with the same delicious ingredients they can find at Chipotle Mexican Grill. It’s easy to set up and comes with everything you need: napkins, utensils, stands, chafing dishes and fuel to keep everything hot.

1014 Centine Toscana 2014Value: $100Donor: Brad and Colleen Wood Intense ruby red, with a fragrant nose and nuances of black cherry, plum and hints of spice, the Centine Toscana 2014 is ideal with a wide range of dishes including roasts, game and rich pasta sauces. Uncork this medium-bodied magna to create a memorable autumn dinner party.

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1015 Get Surley!Value: $95Donor: Bill and Diane Kaphing Sample from the craft brewery that made beer cans cool again, with this selection of beers and swag from Surly Brewing. Includes Hell Lager and peanuts, four Surly glasses, two t-shirts, a hat, a four-piece BBQ set and $20 gift card to the Minneapolis tap room.

1016 Buffalo Wild WingsValue: $100Donor: Buffalo Wild Wings With hand-spun wings, a range of cold beer, and wall-to-wall live sports, B-Dubs® is your local sports bar. Join the action on game day with a $100 gift card.

1017 "Uncork and Unwind" Basket

Value: $150Donor: Bill and Diane Kaphing Pull the cork on this variety of five wines and keep it all fresh with a stainless vacuum preserver with two stoppers. Also included, four stainless white wine glasses, wine aerator, variety of fun napkins, two silicone bottle stoppers, and a selection of wine watchers wine charms.

1018 Honey Bee Basket

Value: $155Donor: Tim and Nicky Nagle You’ll "bee" so happy with this basket filled with an assortment of bee and honey items including beeswax candles, honey cookbooks, honey candy, clover honey, bee happy journal, bee themed kitchen decor and more!

1019 Around the World

Value: $220Donor: Al Vento Restaurant, Big Bowl, Holy Land Brand, Inc., Kyatchi, Mama Maria's Ristorante, Midtown Global Market, Sweet Basil Sample a little something from every corner of the globe with this tasty collection of gift certificates: Al Vento Restaurant ($20), Big Bowl ($75), Holy Land Brand, Inc. ($20), Kyatchi ($40), Mama Maria's Ristorante ($25), Midtown Global Market ($25), and Sweet Basil ($15).


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1020 Craft Beer Basket

Value: $75Donor: Bill and Diane Kaphing Pretzels, beer and board games —it doesn’t get much better than this. Enjoy a selection of Goose Island beer, complete with wood coasters, two glasses, pretzels, peanuts, and accompanying beer sign. Beer Smart “Tap Your Knowledge” game and a Do-It-Yourself six pack caddy are also included.

1021 Brunch and Lunch

Value: $165Donor: Al's Breakfast, Black Sheep Coal Fired Pizza, Blue Plate Restaurant Company, French Meadow Bakery, Tiny Diner Breakfast is the most important meal of the day so order up with gift certificates to these top Twin Cities brunch spots: Al's Breakfast ($25) Black Sheep Coal Fired Pizza ($25), Blue Plate Restaurant Company ($25, good at any of their restaurants including the Highland Grill), French Meadow Bakery ($50), and Tiny Diner ($40).

1022 Wine, Dine and Shop

Value: $300Donor: Tim and Nicky Nagle This gift card tree is blooming with certificates and vouchers for some of the best wine shops, restaurants, and boutiques in the Twin Cities. Drink, dine and shop till you drop!

1023 Dine OutValue: $245Donor: Barbette, Bryant Lake Bowl, Chianti Grill, Conny’s Creamy Cone, Fabulous Fern's, Fat Lorenzo's, Pinstripes, Pizzeria Pezzo Enjoy a month’s worth of casual date night dining at five fun eateries: $25 gift certificate for Chianti Grill or Porterhouse; $10 gift certificate to Conny’s Creamy Cone; $25 gift card to Fat Lorenzo's, $25 gift card to Pinstripes, $30 gift card to Fabulous Fern's, $50 gift card to Pizzeria Pezzo, $40 gift card to Bryant Lake Bowl (good for dinner Sun.-Thurs. 5pm-close. Expires July 2018), $40 gift card to Barbette (good for dinner Sun.-Wed.)

1024 Best of Italian Sparkling WinesValue: $80Donor: Arta Cheney From Prosecco to Lambrusco, the sparkling wines of Italy are a trendy alternative to Champagne. Sip and celebrate this summer with this selection of three prime sparkling varieties.

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1025 Explore Minnesota

Value: $161Donor: Cannon River Winery, Friend of Como, Hubbell House Restaurant, Minnesota Historical Society With the same sunlight and climate conditions as many of the great wine-growing regions of the world, Minnesota’s winemakers are making a case for great wine grown right in the Midwest’s fertile river valleys. Taste what they’re talking about with a wine-tasting trip for four to the Cannon River Winery (expires 2/11/2018) and a $40 gift certificate to the Hubbell House Restaurant in nearby Mantorville. Make a stop at Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store to buy treats for the car ride with five $5 gift certificates. Continue exploring with four passes to a Minnesota Historical Society site or museum.

1026 Summertime Sipping Value: $105Donor: Arta Cheney, Bacchus Wine Society Savor the summer with these four favorites from California, Italy and France which have just the right vibe for picnics and backyard celebrations. Includes a Bacchus Wine Society membership.

1027 A Year of Bread

Value: $93Donor: Breadsmith Enjoy a dozen European-style hearth baked breads, baked fresh from scratch daily with only the finest ingredients. Package includes 12 free loaves, each with a maximum value of $6.75. One loaf per visit.

1028 Munchie Basket

Value: $150Donor: Brad and Colleen Wood Everything you need for a great night watching the big game: One large beer and a basket full of munchies.

1029 White Bear Country WeekendValue: $145Donor: Best Western White Bear Country Inn/Rudy's Red Eye Grill Get away close to home with a one-night stay at the Best Western White Bear Country Inn and a $25 gift card to Rudy’s Redeye Grill. Not valid for a Saturday night stay, New Years Eve, or during special events.


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1030 Wine BarrelValue: $265Donor: Mary Jean Sargent Everything you need to uncork a vintage dinner party: wine barrel, four Italian wine plates, four hand-painted wine glasses and coasters, wine pump stopper and corkscrew.

1031 Happy Birthday Pack

Value: $112Donor: Abdallah Candy and Gift Shoppe, Cafe Latte, Draft Horse, Rocco Altobelli Surprise someone you love on her special day: Start with a box of Abdallah Candies ($20 gift card) and a little salon time at Rocco Altobelli ($20 gift certificate). Drop by the Food Building’s popular Draft Horse for the Twin Cities' best charcuterie ($30), and then bring home the best ever dessert with a Cafe Latte certificate for one whole dessert.

1032 Margarita Basket

Value: $135Donor: Flo Dougherty Nothing goes better with spicy food or hot weather than the Margarita. Mix up your own at home with four glasses, shaker, triple sec, Tequila, agave syrup, lime juice, salt, sweet and sour mix and eight beef sticks.

1033 Sweet Chocolat BasketValue: $50Donor: Sweet Chocolat Welcome to the wonderful world of chocolate as only Arden Hills’ family-owned Sweet Chocolat makes it: Take Milk Chocolate Double Dipped Peanuts, Dark Chocolate Almonds, White and Dark Chocolate Pretzel Rods, Bobber Bites (Licorice with White Chocolate), Hand-dipped Chocolate Covered Oreo, 2 House-made Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, 2 Hand-dipped Chocolate Caramels, Chocolate Toffee, Chocolate Coconut Bon Bon, 2 Old Fashioned Butter Caramels and a $10 Sweet Chocolat gift certificate for your future chocolate needs.

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TRAVELERS SUNSET AFFAIR HONORARY CO-CHAIRS:

BILL AND DIANE KAPHING

TRAVELERS SUNSET AFFAIR CHOICE SEATING PATRONS:

Deb and Mike Hogenson, Gayle and Robert Holmes, John and Ruth Huss, Martha and Brock Nelson, NTH,

The Travelers Companies, U.S. Bank

TRAVELERS SUNSET AFFAIR PATRONS:

Felix Ankel and Lisa Holter-Ankel, Anonymous, Baker Tilly Executive Search, Alexandra Bjorklund

BMO Harris, Briggs and Morgan, Arta Cheney, CLR Design, Ecolab, Anne and Litton Field, Mary Fowler, Patricia Freeburg, Carla Heyl,

Hoagland Law, Holmes Corporation, Stanley and Karen Hubbard,Nancy and Todd Koch, Matt Kramer and Mary Rowles, Larry Moody, Tim and Nicky Nagle, Ford and Catherine Nicholson, Dan Ordway,

Erik Ordway, Marla and John Ordway, Lynette and Bob Palmgren, Lisa Perez, Q3: Primoris Services Corporation,

Kari and Dan Rominski, Wendy and Steve Rubin, Mary Jean Sargent, Liz and Ben Smith, Space Center,

Stinson Leonard Street, Western Bank, Winthrop and Weinstine, Wilkerson Guthmann, Jennifer Wolf

Diana AllenSheila BrownArta Cheney

Scott DongoskeSherry Fonseth-Lais

Steve FossLaura Fries

Michelle FurrerMike HahmPat Harris

Tom Hodnefield, TreasurerRobert Hoke

Matt Kramer, Vice ChairPatrick McIntyreGreg McNeely

Nicky Nagle

Joe NayquonabeMartha NelsonNancy NelsonErik Ordway

Lynette PalmgrenBill Parker

Susan Roeder, ChairWendy Rubin

Arvind SharmaLiz Smith

Jackie Sticha, President & SecretaryPete Thrane

Edwin van der HoekJennifer WolfTom Zander

COMO FRIENDS BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

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TRAVELERS SUNSET AFFAIR COMMITTEE:

Diana Allen, John Bennett, Dana Bruce, Arta Cheney, Dan Erickson, Mary Ann Evander, Sherry Fonseth-Lais, Amanda Golden, Jewelie Grape, Gayle Holmes, Bill Kaphing, Diane Kaphing, Nancy Koch, John Marshall,

Caroline Mehlhop, Janessa Meyer, Nicky Nagle, Lynette Palmgren, Lindsay Sypnieski, Jill Sadler, Jackie Sticha

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thank you

To our many volunteers who gave of their time, talent and treasure to make Travelers Sunset Affair possible. Special thanks to the staff

of Como Park Zoo and Conservatory and the City of Saint Paul Parks and Recreation Department, whose efforts are key

to throwing a successful celebration!

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Como Friends is the nonprofit organization that inspires community generosity to advance Como Park Zoo and Conservatory as a destination where people from all walks of life

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