One (1) Cantus CD (20 value) and two (2) tickets to a Covers Like It's 1999 performance at Luminary Arts Center.

Choose from:

Saturday, 6/1 at 7:30 pm

Sunday, 6/2 at 3:00 pm

Friday, 6/7 at 7:30 pm

Saturday, 6/8 at 7:30 pm

Sunday, 6/9 at 3:00 pm

As one of the nation's few full-time vocal ensembles, Cantus has come to prominence with its distinctive approach to creating music. Working without a conductor, the members of Cantus rehearse and perform as chamber musicians, each contributing to the entirety of the artistic process, creating programs that give voice to shared human experiences. As the Star Tribune has written, "The main hallmark of the Cantus sound has always been sheer quality and an unbroken belief in the special way that vocal music has of warming and invigorating the human spirit."

Cantus enjoys a vigorous schedule of national and international touring, in addition to home concerts in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota. Cantus has performed at Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, UCLA, San Francisco Performances, Tanglewood and Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival.

Two (2) Adult and Two (2) Youth Tickets to a Summer Show in 2024 - Zone 2.

Mission: Circus Juventas is a 501(c)(3), nonprofit performing arts circus school for youth dedicated to inspiring artistry and self-confidence through a multicultural circus arts experience.

Vision: To be the world's premier youth circus performing arts organization, recognized for providing innovative programming, world-class training, and professional-level performances in a state-of-the-art circus center.

Values: Building self-confidence is an important part of our mission and is achieved through creating an environment that encourages leadership and life skills, teamwork, athleticism, artistry, pursuit of excellence, and community service.

Two (2) tickets to Main Room Show, table reservation, and a First Avenue merchandise package, plus signed copy of Saint Motel's new vinyl album For Play, who played at the First Avenue Mainroom on Sunday, April 21st at 8 pm.

First Avenue is celebrated as one of the longest-running, independently owned and operated venues in the United States. Our commitment to independence is led by the belief that unique, locally-owned live music rooms are imperative to the health of the community and economy. First Avenue is dedicated to promoting artistic expression in diverse voices old and new, to provide a community by offering artists a stage and a mic, and fans a place to gather. First Avenue owns and operates The Depot Tavern, the 7th St Entry, the Turf Club, the Fine Line, The Fitzgerald Theater, the First Avenue Mainroom, and co-operates the Palace Theatre.

As the musical epicenter of the Twin Cities, First Avenue-and by extension, the venues it owns and operates-opens its doors to all music lovers who are First Avenue's past, present, and future.

First Avenue has served as the launching pad for countless artists and bands like Hüsker Dü, the Replacements, Semisonic, Hippo Campus, Soul Asylum, Lizzo, Prince, and many more.

Two (2) tickets to a History Theatre Performance - Main Stage Season.

Mission
History Theatre entertains, educates, and engages through creating, developing, and producing new and existing works that explore Minnesota's past and the diverse American experience. Its work provides a unique lens which links our past to the present, explores our common heritage, and illuminates our understanding of what it means to be American.

The Company
History Theatre is a four-time IVEY Award-winning theater, and is recognized nationally as a leader in producing historical work. For more than 40 years History Theatre has produced brave, entertaining explorations of all the histories that make up our diverse community. Each year History Theatre produces a season filled with excellent plays and musicals while developing new scripts through workshops and staged readings.

The Stage
History Theatre is housed in a 587-seat, thrust stage theatre designed by Ralph Rapson. No seat in the theatre is more than 40 feet away from the stage.

Four (4) complimentary admission passes and one (1) family membership.

OUR MISSION:
The Museum of Russian Art (TMORA), an independent American organization, promotes understanding of the art, people, and culture of Muscovite Russia, the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union and its former republics through outstanding exhibitions, cultural presentations, and educational programs serving the people of Minnesota and the nation.

The Museum upholds an independent voice and the freedom of expression to carry out its mission unconstrained by influence from foreign governments, political actors and/or corporate or individual interests.

OUR VISION
A cultural understanding of this region's deep, historical, multi-cultural, and ongoing artistic achievements and their impact on the world.

Gift certificate for two (2) tickets to any one (1) performance in the 2023-2024 season.

Founded in 1998, Theater Latté Da (TLD) is in its 26th season of presenting original and re-imagined musical theater. Theater Latté Da creates new and impactful connections between story, music, artist, and audience-exploring and expanding the art of musical theater. TLD is dedicated to expanding the American Musical Theater with work that speaks to a contemporary audience. Theater Latté Da has fostered innovation and diversity since its conception. We believe in work that is bold, inclusive and collaborative; we act with integrity and gratitude. These values are integral to the organization's health and drives the discussion at every stage of decision-making. Through productions that transcend the conventional, the organization helps solidify the Twin Cities' reputation as a place where progressive art plays a vital role.

Since 1998, TLD has performed in venues throughout the Twin Cities, ranging from the intimate 120-seat Loring Playhouse to the Pantages Theater in downtown Minneapolis. To deepen our relationship with Twin Cities audiences and to better reach the communities we serve, Latté Da decided to make a permanent home in northeast Minneapolis. In 2016, TLD became the proud owner of the historic Ritz Theater, a 234-seat theater with administrative offices, rehearsal space, dressing rooms, and box office.

Two (2) Adult and two (2) Child Admission Tickets.

Lake Superior Center dba Great Lakes Aquarium was established in 1998 as an educational showcase of the economic, recreational, biological and aesthetic importance of freshwater resources - with a particular focus on Lake Superior. The Aquarium exists to provide opportunities for community members and visitors to the region to engage with water and wildlife. The audience it serves ranges in age from young children to older adults who identify as members and non-members, staff and volunteers. Groups of people visit the Aquarium as friends, family, schools, professional organizations, clubs and for special events.

Great Lakes Aquarium is a community gathering space that supports a positive personal attachment to the Lakes Superior region, through hands-on discovery, engagement and programming with live animals, and the presentation of information and ideas related to conservation actions. In addition, the Aquarium provides a unique setting to strengthen relationships through shared memory making, enhance social and inquiry skills, and expand world views.

One (1) Night Stay in Standard Room / Lower Sioux Lodge.

• Sunday - Thursday
• Expires on 3/27/2025

Nestled in the heart of the Minnesota River Valley, Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel has replicated the beauty, the splendor and the tranquility of the River Valley and infused it into the décor of each and every one of our rooms. Plan your escape and get away from it all! We have just the perfect place in mind; somewhere special for you to unwind.

So leave your cares behind… come relax, enjoy the moment, let our friendly staff pamper you and serve you with unmatched Midwestern hospitality.

One (1) Night Stay in a Standard Room (weekday) or RV Park and a $25 food voucher in the Meadows or Firefly Lounge.

Minnesota's best casino action is at Prairie's Edge Casino Resort. Just 100 miles west of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul you will find Prairie's Edge Casino Resort in Granite Falls. Prairie's Edge is home to the largest collection of classic coin slot machines in the Midwest. Plus, find the hottest new video slots, live blackjack, virtual roulette, video keno, video poker and more. Smoking and non-smoking casino areas are available for everyone's enjoyment. You must be 18 years old or older to gamble.

Prairie's Edge Casino Resort is one of the largest resorts in Southwest Minnesota. Overnight hotel and RV park guests enjoy access to multiple semi-private lounge areas, our pool, hot tub, sauna, fitness center and business center. Located three miles south of Granite Falls, Prairie's Edge Casino Resort offers everything for the ideal getaway. No matter if you are looking for a long weekend, one night or just some time away you can find it at Prairie's Edge Casino Resort. Choose a suite or standard room. All rooms include a refrigerator and microwave.

One (1) night stay in Standard Room, $20 Free Casino Play, and $30 Dining Credit.

• Expires on 3/6/2025

Counting row after row of Vegas-style slot machines and a crew of courteous dealers at the ready for riveting live card games and craps, Royal River Casino + Hotel is home to an unsurpassed gaming experience. Come experience what winning and royalty feels like!

With immediate access to gaming, dining and entertainment experiences, why not make it a long weekend? Royal River Casino + Hotel features rooms with luxury bedding as well as an accessible, modern RV park. A perfect way to rejuvenate after an exciting day on the property.

One (1) Night Stay and Four (4) Waterpark Passes - Thief River Falls.

Our Thief River Falls location has been open for nearly 30 years and is full of charm with a beautiful rustic exterior and lodge like interior, it's a welcome retreat the minute you arrive. The casino floor boasts over 650 gaming machines (video slots, poker and keno) and four live blackjack tables so you get Las Vegas action and Northern Minnesota hospitality under the same roof. The newly renovated River Road Cafe further adds to experience featuring daily rotating buffets, a menu full of classic homemade style meals like biscuits and gravy, liver and onions, and seven different types of burgers. The fun isn't just for adults, our huge water park and arcade with snack bar make this a truly family friendly destination. We are 100% Smoke Free.

Seven Clans Casino Thief River Falls has a 40,000 sq. ft. indoor water park that's fun for all ages - all year long! In 2019, we renovated the water park, adding new attractions, updating the decor, introducing complementary lockers and made the pool handicap accessible. The water park features four large water slides, a lazy river, hot tub and a swimming pool. For the younger children, we have three mini slides, a wading pool with swings and a splash pad!

One (1) Night Stay in a Standard Room

• Expires on 12/31/2025

• Not valid on Grandma's Marathon Weekend, Duluth Airshow Weekend, Holidays or other special events.

Welcome to Holiday Inn & Suites Duluth-Downtown, your premier destination for comfortable accommodations in the heart of Duluth, Minnesota. Perfectly positioned within walking distance of the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, this hotel offers an exceptional stay with access to the best of Duluth.

• Three On-Site Restaurants: Choose from three distinct dining experiences right within the hotel, catering to all tastes and occasions.

• Complimentary Area Shuttle: Enjoy the convenience of complimentary shuttle service, making it easy to explore Duluth's attractions without the hassle of transportation.

• Dual Indoor Swimming Pools: Whether looking to relax or stay active, two indoor swimming pools and hot tub offer the perfect retreat.

• Modern Guest Rooms: Each guest room is equipped with a refrigerator, coffee maker, and work area, alongside entertainment options like cable TV and video games.

• Comprehensive Amenities: Benefit from a 24-hour gym, business center, and complimentary wireless internet, ensuring a productive and comfortable stay.

At Holiday Inn & Suites Duluth-Downtown, every aspect of your stay is designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. From the non-smoking premises to attentive services, we ensure a memorable experience in Duluth.

Whether you're in town for business or leisure, this hotel is the perfect base to explore, relax, and rejuvenate.

One (1) night stay for two in a Standard Room.

Lake of the Torches Resort Casino's lakeside hotel offers all the comforts of home as well as incredible views of the picturesque Northwoods of Wisconsin.

Enjoy nonstop gaming action on our casino floor, headline entertainment, fabulous dining options and fun for the whole family in our Woodlands Oasis water recreation area.

Come see why Lake of the Torches Resort Casino is one of Wisconsin's most exciting gaming destinations.

Lake of the Torches Resort Casino is proudly owned by the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians.

One (1) Night Stay in Premium Room and a $50 credit at the Sunset Steakhouse.

Expires on 12/30/2024.

Whether you are looking for a quick day trip or a weekend getaway, Fortune Bay Resort Casino is the place to go. With a 172 room resort, RV Park, marina, amazing golf course, dining options and more, it's all waiting to be discovered here on beautiful Lake Vermilion!

Fortune Bay Resort Casino offers year-round fun, including a bevy of lake activities such as pontoon rentals, boat rentals, complimentary non-motorized rentals for our guests, and ice house rentals in the winter. For winter enthusiasts, we offer cross country skiing and immediate access to hundreds of miles of well-groomed snowmobile trails that lead to cities across the Iron Range and provide pit stops for a home-cooked meal and a beverage to enjoy.

We are home to The Wilderness at Fortune Bay golf course, Bois Forte Cultural Center and Museum, RV Park and a 173 smoke-free resort that includes an expansive indoor pool, outdoor sundeck, indoor jacuzzi, kiddie pool, sauna, and small workout center. Fortune Bay also boasts two floors of gaming, including blackjack and all of the latest in slots entertainment. Stop by our North Star Bar to socialize with your friends or catch live music in the North Star Lounge or Sunset Patio in the summer.

Dinner and Theatre tickets for two (2) to Chanhassen Dinner Theatre.

Expires 18 months from date of issue - 03-02-2024

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) came to be in 1968. It was the vision of founders Herb and Carol Bloomberg to bring a "little bit of Broadway to the Midwest." They loved traveling to New York to enjoy great Broadway productions and felt audiences deserved a quality musical theatre experience here in the Twin Cities. They acquired land in Chanhassen, Minnesota, a tiny rural community with a population of less than 500 people. The 90,000 square foot dinner theatre was built on what was then cornfields and countryside.

Following their dreams, the Bloombergs took a big risk not knowing what would happen. They were strongly committed to establishing CDT as an Actors' Equity theatre company with live orchestra - all fully professional. They were equally committed to providing a traditional sit-down dining experience. Those commitments to quality, carried on to this day, are major contributors to CDT's success. Today we are the largest professional dinner theatre complex in the nation, the largest privately-owned restaurant in Minnesota, and we are proud to have served over 12.5 million guests in our fifty year history.

One night in a standard hotel room, two (2) $5 Slot Play offers and two (2) $10 food vouchers.

• Expires 7/31/2024

Welcome to Northern Lights Casino, Hotel & Event Center in Walker, Minnesota. Become our latest 'big winner' by playing one of our 900 slot machines, beating the odds at Blackjack, or dominating a poker tournament.

Relax in one of our comfortable hotel rooms or take a dip in our pool. The two-room suites are the best rooms available with a Jacuzzi, king bed, separate living room area, fireplace, and dining area. Satisfy your appetite at The NorthStar Restaurant or enjoy nightly-themed specials. We look forward to seeing you soon!

One (1) night stay in Standard Hotel Room, two (2) $5 slot play offers and two (2) $10 food vouchers.

• Expires on 7/31/2024.

Cedar Lakes Casino & Hotel features a 650 slot machine gaming floor and centrally located feature bar. Those who come to play can stay in one of the 100 guest rooms and relax in the indoor swimming pool or whirlpool.

The Cedar Lakes Casino & Hotel will also be able to accommodate events in its ballroom with 250 seats of banquet seating that is also dividable into smaller meeting spaces. A variety of food and drink will be available between the 3 venue food court, restaurant & brew pub and the casino center bar, leaving guests appetites satisfied and their thirst quenched

Play and Stay Package, including one (1) night stay in Double Queen Lodge Room, two (2) $10 food vouchers and two (2) $10 free play offers.

• Expires on 10/27/2024

Sevenwinds Casino Lodge has 75 comfortable and clean Northwoods-style guest rooms outfitted with a variety of amenities to fit a wide range of needs. Relax in the indoor, heated swimming pool, sauna, or fireside hot tub. Not your speed? Pump up your endorphins in the fully-equipped workout room instead.

Whether you're looking for a quick bite or need to satisfy a bigger appetite you'll find something to deliciously hit the spot at the Snack Bar or Kinnikkinnik Basket restaurant. You'll never get bored with the ever-changing menu and tempting monthly specials.

One (1) night stay, double occupancy hotel room at Mystic Lake Casino & Resort and $100 dining voucher to Mystic Steakhouse.

Expires: March 31, 2025.

Casino & Hotel

Relax in one of 766 luxurious hotel rooms. With the addition of the Promenade Hotel Tower and Luxury Suites, Mystic Lake is one of the largest hotels in the Twin Cities.

Mystic Steakhouse

Fresh from the farm or straight from the sea, enjoy the finest prime beef and seafood offered in a welcoming setting. Whenever possible, we incorporate seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients for the freshest flavors around. Enhance your experience with an extensive, ever-changing list of thoughtfully curated boutique wines. Join the action and stop in today!

Two (2) Reserved tickets to Steely Dane- The Ultimate Steely Dan Tribute Night 2 on Saturday, July 20th.

Throughout its 90-year history, The Parkway Theater has brought generations together to celebrate arts and entertainment.

Following the venue's first major restoration in 40 years, The Parkway Theater was re-born in 2018, once again showcasing classic 35mm films and movie favorites and establishing itself as an acclaimed Twin Cities destination for world-class live music, comedy, and engaging performance.

Steely Dane, the ultimate Steely Dan tribute, returns to The Parkway for a two-night stint celebrating this legendary band's iconic catalog. Steely Dane faithfully reproduces the songs of legendary rock and jazz artists Steely Dan and Donald Fagen.

Each night will feature classic hits and deep cuts-a guaranteed different set list each night!

Four (4) tickets to annual Bacchus Beer, Wine & Spirits Cruise on the St. Croix River in downtown Stillwater.

*This event is 21+ ONLY*

*RAIN OR SHINE*

Choose one date below:

Saturday, June 15

Saturday, July 13

Saturday, August 17

Saturday, September 14

We will be sampling over 50 wines and beers and spirits too. Full lunch will be served on the boat!

The boat is wheelchair accessible with elevators on board for easy access to all levels. Free parking is available behind the St. Croix Boat and Packet Company.

Make your reservations early, as space is limited. Let's toast together to a beautiful Minnesota summer! Cheers!

- Boarding time is at 11:30AM and the boat leaves at 12:00PM SHARP! (Plan to arrive early). The boat will return promptly at 3:00PM.

St. Croix Boat & Packet Company

525 Main Street South, Stillwater, MN 55082

(There is free parking past the boat house down the path in a gravel lot - look for signage)

Winner will choose a Chef Hosted Food Demo for up to 30 people, including Q&A segment and small sample.

Learn the history of each merchant as you explore this unique space near DIW.

Choose from the following chefs, located in the Midtown Global Market:

Manny's Torta's (Mexican)

Pham's Rice Bowl (Vietnamese)

Momo Dosa (Nepalese & Indian Cuisine)

InTown Sushi (Japanese)

Cultural Wellness Center (Healthy alternatives & ancient grains)

The Kitchen by Baked Brand (Kitchen comfort food)

Lodge Package: One (1) night stay in a Double Queen Room, two (2) $10 Free Play certificates, and one (1) Food and Drink.

GET YOUR LUCKY BREAK AT
MOLE LAKE CASINO & LODGE!
Mole Lake is more than just great games and hot casino action. It's your complete entertainment destination for everyone ages 18 and over! Mole Lake Casino & Lodge is located just seven miles south of beautiful Crandon, Wisconsin, and offers all your favorite slot machines, table games, and a brand new sportsbook! We also offer first class accommodations in our 75 room Lodge, which includes spacious suites, a fitness center, swimming pool and a full service Conference Center. While you're here, be sure to enjoy the many mouthwatering food and drink options at Gametime Sportsbook.

Bell Museum of MN Gift Box - including plush mammoth, water bottle, four (4) passes to the museum, notebook, plush meteorite sample, pencil, fridge magnet and pin.

The new Bell Museum brings together science, art, and the environment with a unique Minnesota perspective. Our new home features a digital planetarium, high-tech exhibits, our famous wildlife dioramas, outdoor learning experiences and more.

The new facility is expected to triple the number of annual visitors-and we hope you're one of them. If you love to explore and discover, you'll love the Bell Museum more than ever before!

The permanent galleries-which include our world renowned wildlife dioramas-span space and time, from the origins of the universe, through the diversification of life on Earth, to Minnesota's own unique habitats. Also, learn about U of M researchers who are working to create a better future for our evolving world.

The Bell Museum created the first natural history museum discovery room in the world, and we are proud to carry that tradition on in the new Touch & See Lab where all ages can actively learn through observation and sensory engagement.

Lift Bridge Brewing basket - includes a $25 gift card, three (3) sodas, can koozie, 15th Year Anniversary Pint glass, bandanas and stickers!

Since 2008, Lift Bridge Brewing Company has created quality craft beer that supplies adults with what they need to slow down and enjoy life. Through every can, bottle or tap pull, Lift Bridge wants drinkers to experience the proud, fun Midwestern character and uncompromising natural ingredients that are incorporated during the brewing process.

In 2015, Lift Bridge Brewing Company began crafting sodas; creating high-end, non-alcoholic beverages with more attention to flavor and style under Lift Bridge Soda Co. The brewery then launched its hard seltzer line in 2019 to provide all with more options and flavor preferences to celebrate life's moments.

The Lift Bridge brand portfolio can be found throughout the northern Midwest region. Currently, Lift Bridge operates two production facilities and Taprooms in Stillwater, Minn. and New Richmond, Wisc. and also consults and collaborates on various beverage projects, both locally and nationally.

Four (4) MN Author Book Basket including:

Still Waters by Matt Goldman

Under the Tamarind Tree by Nigar Alam

I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger

Saving Emma by Allen Eskens

Donated by Excelsior Bay Books & Matt Goldman

Collection from Nine Mile Brewing in Bloomington, MN includes:

• Two (2) free crowler certificates
• $25 gift card to Nine Mile Brewing
• Free t-shirt certificate
• Two (2) free drink tickets
• Sticker

Nine Mile Brewing Company is an innovative brewery and taproom in Bloomington, Minnesota. A culmination of local experts from around the Twin Cities Metro, Nine Mile Brewing Company taps into the community spirit of Bloomington while prioritizing the production of high-quality beer brewed and served in a welcoming atmosphere.

Located in the heart of Bloomington, less than a mile from its namesake Nine Mile Creek, our 10,500 square-foot facility includes a 3,000 square-foot taproom, a dog-friendly outdoor patio, brewing facilities and 2,000 square-feet of event space. The taproom seats approximately 200 guests, where they can choose from over a dozen craft beers on tap, play games and more.

Modist Brewing Gift Basket - includes three logo tees, baseball hat, blue and pink sock sets, pins and a $50 gift card.

• Cream Tee (Large)
• Black Melt Tee (Large)
• Black Logo Tee (Large)

At Modist, we push past traditional brewing by embracing creativity and unconstrained experimentation.

This starts with the approach to recipe development taken by our Head Brewer, Keigan. Contrary to starting with a style guideline in mind, then moving forward - he starts with a flavor and experience in mind, then works backward.

And since we've decided to not be bound by style guidelines, he's free to use whatever ingredients in any amount with whatever technique he wants to create a new beer experience.

To enable this philosophy and to enhance our creativity, we created a custom built brewhouse that allows us to make the beers we want to make. It's centered around the region's first mash filter. This piece of equipment allows us to use any grain in any percentage - and do so while using a fraction of the water and energy of a traditional brewery.

Falling Knife Brewery Basket includes a $50 gift card, FK t-shirt (Large), five (5) free beer tokens, FK stickers and and a Timberwolves rubik's cube.

Falling Knife Brewing Company started in the music venues of the Twin Cities. Recognizing a shared love of music, basketball, and of course, beer, Andy, Tom, and Dan moved from serious conversations amongst friends to a brewery-in-planning in the summer of 2017. After looking at several locations, the ownership team fell in love with the Mid-City neighborhood. Construction on the new space started in late 2018, and we opened our doors in summer 2019.

Falling Knife is a production brewery that features a 20-barrel brewhouse producing incredible beers, and a full-service 149-person taproom. We currently service over 200 bars, restaurants and liquor stores.

FUN FACT: The brewery is known as a Timberwolves game day watch place by patrons, so make sure to wear your Wolves items to watch a game!

Three (3) bottles from Tattersall Distilling in Minneapolis.

• Tightline Vodka - 750ml
• Gin - 750 ml
• Whiskey (Rye) - 750ml

We believe in crafting the absolute best - in life, at the still and behind the bar.

Passionate about taste.

Committed to quality.

Uncompromising every step of the way.

Life is too short for anything less. Our spirits and liqueurs are the result of research, experimentation and dedication to the finest ingredients available.

Three (3) 12 oz. bags of ground coffee from Velasquez Family Coffee in St. Paul, Minnesota!

• Maximo's French Roast (12 oz bag)

• Memo's Breakfast Blend (12 oz bag)

• Italian Roast (12 oz bag)

St. Paul, Minnesota, is home to Guillermo & Cathy Velasquez.

Some 30 years ago, while visiting an aunt in Florida, Guillermo stepped in to help a young woman wrestling to start an old lawnmower. Cathy Eberhart had just arrived from South Dakota for a two-year volunteer assignment through the United Methodist Church. Fortunately, love requires no translator - though communication during their first dates necessitated a handy English-to-Spanish dictionary.

Her assignment complete, Guillermo and Cathy married and settled in the Twin Cities. Both graduated from the University of Minnesota - he with a degree in animal and plant systems, and she with a master's in public affairs from the Humphrey Institute. Upon graduation in 1998 Guillermo started in crop research at the U, and continues that work today.

In 2001, they began importing premium coffee beans directly from family farms in Honduras, roasting them here, and delivering packages to the doors of neighbors and friends. Velasquez Family Coffee was born - bringing coffee from high in the Honduran cloud forest directly to the Land of 10,000 Lakes

Two (2) Youth Book Basket.

• This Indian Kid by Eddie Chuculate
• Rez Ball by Bryon Graves

Aniin! Boozhoo! Han and Hau! Welcome to Birchbark Books. There is no one like us in person, and no one like us online. We are not owned by a corporation; we are not part of a chain. We are that increasingly rare thing-a tiny independent bookstore.

We exist to keep real conversations between book lovers alive. We exist to nourish and build a community based on books. We are a neighborhood bookstore, and also an international presence. Our visitors come from Minneapolis-St. Paul, from every U.S. reservation and Canadian reserve, and from all over the world. We are different from all other bookstores on earth!

We are a locus for Indigirati-literate Indigenous people who have survived over half a millennium on this continent. We sponsor readings by Native and non-Native writers, journalists, historians.

We are also a cozy little destination-a neighborhood bookstore. Next door to the Kenwood restaurant. Just down the block from Bockey Gallery and ARTrageous Adventures. Around the corner from Framestyles and Kenwood Pet Clinic. Across the street from Kenwood Elementary. A stone's throw from Lake of the Isles.

P.J. Tracy Book Basket AND Character Naming in an Upcoming NEW Book!

• Deep Into the Dark (Hardcover)
• Desolation Canyon (Hardcover)
• The Devil You Know (Paperback) - A Detective Margaret Nolan Series

• AND a character naming after YOU in her upcoming Monkee Wrench book - PRICELESS!

Who is PJ Tracy?
PJ Tracy is the pseudonym of the mother-daughter writing duo P.J. and Traci Lambrecht, winners of the Anthony, Barry, Gumshoe, and Minnesota Book Awards. Their cyberthriller "Monkeewrench" series (Monkeewrench, Live Bait, Dead Run, Snow Blind, Shoot to Thrill, Off the Grid, The Sixth Idea, and Nothing Stays Buried) were national and international bestsellers. After PJ's passing in 2016, Traci wrote two more books in the Monkeewrench series (The Guilty Dead and Ice Cold Heart), and began the Margaret Nolan Detective series, set in Los Angeles, where she lived for many years. Deep into the Dark and Desolation Canyon were lauded by critics, and the third book, The Devil You Know, will be released in January 2023. She now resides in Minnesota and continues to write about murder and mayhem.

P.J. Lambrecht
P.J. Lambrecht always loved to tell people she was a college dropout and had no qualifications for being a writer except for a penchant for lying. She had her first short story published in The Saturday Evening Post when Traci was eight, still mercifully oblivious to her mother's plans to eventually trick her into creating a family business.

Traci Lambrecht
Traci Lambrecht spent most of her childhood riding and showing horses. She graduated with a Russian Studies major from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, where she also studied voice. Her aspirations of becoming a spy were dashed when the Cold War ended, so she began writing to finance her annoying habits of travel and singing in rock bands. Much to her mother's relief, she finally realized that the written word was her true calling. Together, they had a long, prolific career writing together in many genres until PJ's passing in December 2016. Traci continues to write like a maniac, with PJ's spirit sitting on her shoulder, cracking wise.

MN Fresh Fuel Coffee Basket

• 2 bags of MN Fresh Fuel coffee (whole bean)

• MN Coffee Cup

• Pretty City Lights Fresh Lilac Candle

• Cinnamon Honey Spread

• MN Fresh Fuel Maple Syrup

Signed copies of all three (3) books in the Cash Blackbear series by award-winning author Marcie Rendon, along with signed copy of her new stand alone novel, Where They Last Saw Her, mailed to the winner in September 2024.

• Murder on the Red River
• Girl Gone Missing
• Sinister Graves
• What Would Cash Do Journal
• NEW Novel - Where They Last Saw Her

Marcie R. Rendon is an enrolled member of the White Earth Nation, author, playwright, poet, and freelance writer. Also a community arts activist, Rendon supports other native artists / writers / creators to pursue their art, and is a speaker for colleges and community groups on Native issues, leadership, writing.

She is an award-winning author of a fresh new murder mystery series, and also has an extensive body of fiction and nonfiction works.

The creative mind behind Raving Native Theater, Rendon has also curated community created performances such as Art Is… Creative Native Resilience, featuring three Anishinaabe performance artists, which premiered on TPT (Twin Cities Public Television), June 2019.

Rendon was recognized as a 50 over 50 Change-maker by MN AARP and POLLEN in 2018. Rendon and Diego Vazquez received a 2017 Loft Spoken Word Immersion Fellowship for their work with women incarcerated in county jails.

Bent Paddle Brewing Co. together with our local Lincoln Park Craft District Neighbors, The Duluth Grill Family of Restaurants and Frost River Trading Co. - are donating a limited edition charitable Bent Paddle Glass Growler + a 6 Beer Fills Certificate + a Frost River Growler Carrier + $50 Duluth Grill Family of Restaurants Gift Card.

• Bent Paddle Glass Growler with three (3) taproom growler fills

• Frost River Pint Sleeve and two (2) leather coasters

• $25 gift card Duluth Grill Family of Restaurants

• $15 gift card to Duluth Pottery

• $10 gift card to Love Creamery

Gift Card Basket, donated by Nemer Fieger in St. Louis Park, MN.

• Nine (9), $5 Caribou Gift Cards
• Four (4), $10 Target Gift Cards

$50 Gift Card.

We are so much more than a cafe…

Since 1984, Cafe Latte has been serving up the freshest baked goods & modern comfort food in a cafeteria setting. Our menu is prepared simply with the best ingredients available. While many know us for our award winning desserts, customers love us for our signature lattes featuring Morningstar Coffee, ever changing selection of soups & salads, customizable sandwiches, spread sampler & our made to order pizzas.

Cafe Latte is a leader in sustainable dining, composting our food & paper waste along with recycling everything we can.

"The Line" - Grab a tray & select from 7 soups, 5 prepared salads & 12 sandwiches options, along with custom sandwiches every day.

The Bakery offers fresh baked bread daily, along with cakes, tortes, tarts, cupcakes, scones & truffles.

The Pizza & Wine Bar is the ideal place to meet friends or unwind at the end of the day, offering gourmet pizzas that pair perfectly with our 30+ wines by the glass.

Cafe Latte is owned by the Quinn family

$100 E-Gift Card to one (1) of the following Twin Cities restaurants.

Jester Concepts was launched in 2008 as a Minnesota owned hospitality company specializing in producing restaurant concepts that deliver an unmatched experience in food, service and atmosphere. We pride ourselves in creating unique restaurant concepts that compliment and are inspired by the location and neighborhood in which they're housed.

$50 gift card.

At Lakewinds Food Co-op, a community-owned organic grocery store, you'll find organic groceries, locally grown produce, sustainably raised meat, local eggs, milk, and more. Our commitment to local, organic food is found throughout our stores. For example, last year 83 percent of milk, butter, and eggs and 75 percent of meat sold was local, and 94 percent of produce sold was organic.

The reasons we're an organic grocery store instead of a conventional store are numerous: Organic certification means a third party has verified that practices used don't harm the land or people, and has followed those practices for 3 years. This reduces water and soil pollution, helps protect pollinators, and protects the food from toxic residues. We partner with local growers and food makers to bring you the best organic groceries, so you can shop with confidence, knowing that what you eat is better for you and better for the environment. There's no membership required to shop at the co-op, all are welcome!

$30 Gift Card.

Gathering Community Around Good Food Since 1979

Serving those who value the connection between food, health, and the environment has always been a primary focus for Mississippi Market. The ongoing success of our and other co-ops has helped pave the way for better practices in how food is produced, distributed and marketed. Learn more about our 44 years of cooperation in the article celebrating our 40th anniversary.

Mississippi Market opened on the corner of Saint Clair & Pascal on March 1, 1979, to provide healthy, unprocessed food to the surrounding neighborhood. The St. Paul community responded favorably to Mississippi Market, and by the late 1980s, the co-op had outgrown its space. In 1991 the co-op moved to its following location near the corner of Randolph & Fairview, more than tripling its retail space from 1,100 to 3,595 square feet.

$50 Gift Card.

Our Beer - MINN MADE CRAFT

Our award-winning beer can be found in more than 500 bars, restaurants, and liquor stores all over the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metropolitan area, Rochester, and Mankato. We are true to our Minnesota roots, so you can only find our beer within our great state.

We brew a variety of beer styles so there's something for every craft beer drinker. Whether you prefer flavors that are hoppy and bitter, sour and fruity, cloudy and hazy, or crisp and classic, we got you covered.

$50 gift card.

Seward Co-op is a community owned, consumer co-op. Everyone is welcome to shop at Seward Co-op. Cooperatives are very different from privately owned discount clubs, which charge annual fees in exchange for a discount on purchases. Discount clubs are owned and governed by the shareholders. Profits of the business go to the investors. In a cooperative, community members purchase stock in exchange for ownership and the profits belong to the community of owners.

Owners may exercise their ownership by shopping at the grocery stores, running as a candidate in the board of directors election and voting for the board of directors. The overarching goal of the cooperative movement is to create a cooperative economy comprised of businesses that exist to serve the needs of the people who use them. Cooperative businesses provide goods and services in a way that keeps community resources in the community.

$50 Gift Card.

LOCATED IN THE HEART OF DULUTH, THE LYRIC KITCHEN BAR OFFERS STRAIGHTFORWARD FOOD AND DRINK TO LOCALS AND AREA VISITORS. WE'RE NOT FANCY OR PRETENTIOUS, JUST PASSIONATE ABOUT HOSPITALITY AND COMFORT. WE LIKE A LITTLE ATTITUDE. WE WANT OUR GUESTS TO BE HAPPY. WE BELIEVE IN FUN.

FREE PARKING

PARK IN THE HOLIDAY INN RAMP ON 1ST STREET AND TAKE THE ELEVATOR TO THE FIRST FLOOR. OR, JUST FOLLOW YOUR NOSE.

$50 Gift Card.

As a family, we want a visit to Red Cow to feel like visiting our own home. Our guests can always expect a warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere, excellent service and exceptionally good food and drinks. Our locations share the same comfortable, yet sophisticated vibe. Red Cow is special enough for a date night, yet comfortable enough for a fun night out with friends and family... and that's just the way we wanted it.

$100 in Gift Cards (2, $50 cards) for Birch's on the Lake - Long Lake, MN.

The comfort of a Wisconsin-style supperclub with an Experimental American brewery, all overlooking the beautiful waterfront of Long Lake.

Birch's on the Lake Brewhouse and Supperclub's, Chef-Proprietor Burton Joseph, Ashley Young and Brewmaster Brennan Greene have teamed up to create a brewhouse and supperclub to satisfy every customer. Ingredients are locally sourced and menus are seasonal. Please dress up or dress down.

Have a date or bring your kids. Remember to contact us for all your private event parties and gatherings. See you on the lake!

Gift certificate for two (2) steak dinners of your choice at Mancini's Charhouse.

For more than 70 years, Mancini's has been a St. Paul tradition. We've built our business and our reputation on outstanding service, exceptional quality and good old-fashioned family values. Today, the Mancini family's third and fourth generations welcome you to historic West Seventh Street's home for fine steaks, seafood and cocktails. Join us for supper-club-style hospitality, legendary live music and food that's worth writing home about.

$150 Gift Card to either Demi Minneapolis or Spoon and Stable.

Demi focuses on creating and serving delicious food. We shine light on ingredients grown in this small corner of the country, while also incorporating special and rare ingredients from around the world. The menu is ever-evolving as ingredients and seasons change.

Demi is now a member of Relais & Châteaux, an association of 580 unique hotels and restaurants throughout the world with a dedication to creating joyful guest experiences and offering exceptional levels of service. Demi is the only independent restaurant selected for the association this year, and the only member in Minnesota.
We feel so at home in an organization that recognizes professionals that are passionate about their craft and committed to forging warm, lasting relationships with guests.

Four (4), $25 gift cards. $100 Total.

Visit our Four Locations - including:

The original Café Cerès location nestled in the quaint Linden Hills neighborhood in South Minneapolis.

Offering a full menu of our signature coffees, pastries and desserts as well as sandwiches, salads and soups.

Café Cerès Armatage is a true neighborhood café located in South Minneapolis just across the street from sister restaurant Colita. Full menu available.

Our Downtown Minneapolis café is located in the chic, modernist Washington Square building designed by Minoru Yamasaki. Perfect meeting place offering our signature coffee and pastry menus as well as select grab & go items.

The cafe chain's new location can be found at street level of the recently opened Wakpada Apartment building at 4603 Minnehaha Ave. S., just a block away from Minnehaha Park and Minnehaha Falls.

$25 gift card.

Wuollet Bakery's bread, cakes, pastries, and signature tortes owe their unique look and exceptional flavor to carefully sourced raw ingredients and of course a passionate team of people who love baking, tasting, and talking about desserts. We have been creating the finest cakes, pastries and bread for over 75 years!
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Our cakes are made with whole, pure, raw ingredients, and are baked fresh to fill each order. Our buttercreams are made with fresh real butter, high-quality vanilla and other natural flavors made fresh.
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Our commitment to quality, freshness, and personal attention remains a founding principal of Wuollet Bakery for more than 75 years. Our talented team of bakers, decorators are dedicated to customer satisfaction…in fact, that's what continually drives us!
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Every Wuollet Bakery treat is made with the love and devotion we bring to work daily. Thank you to all of you who have supported us along the way!

$100 gift card.

In 2015, on the heels of their great success with Corner Table, Boemer and Rancone expanded their hospitality group by creating a more casual dining concept with Revival, a restaurant with a menu focused on the beloved Southern recipes that Boemer fondly recalled from his youth. With winning dishes such as tender and juicy fried chicken that has since achieved cult status in Minneapolis, shrimp and grits, Johnny cakes, fried green tomatoes, and seasonal pies, lines began to form around the block. Revival has received wide critical acclaim from both local and national media, including 3.5 out of 4 stars review from the Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune. Today, Revival is still one of the hottest tables in town, and in August 2016, Boemer and Rancone expanded yet again to offer Revival's fried chicken at a packed concessions outpost at Minneapolis' U.S. Bank Stadium. Capitalizing further on the success of the concept, in December 2016 Boemer and Rancone opened another location of Revival in St. Paul.

We strive to provide genuine hospitality to our guests with food and experiences that provoke nostalgic emotions. Having grown to over 200 employees since forming as Twist Davis Group back in 2013, we value integrity, commitment to excellence, and passion for well-executed cuisine.

$250 gift card.

Today, a third generation of Murrays continues the legacy.

Growing up our restaurant played a prominent part in all of our lives, from tagging along with dad on Saturday afternoons to the holiday celebrations hosted by our grandparents which included beloved Murray's staff. Hearing stories of the nightly goings on is a spice in the life of a restaurant family. We each learned and labored in various roles over the years.

We are proud to carry on the tradition of Murray's and operate with the same values that our grandparents and parents passed on to us.

As your hosts, we genuinely want your experience with us to be a wonderful and memorable one. We want you to feel special, and welcomed. We are so grateful to you for choosing Murray's-and becoming a part of this history.

In appreciation,

Tim, Jill and James

$50 Gift Card.

Welcome to SNACK BAR, the newest member of the restaurant family by James Beard award-winning chef Isaac Becker and Nancy St. Pierre.

Four (4) General Admission Tickets to the MN Landscape Arboretum.

• Not valid for Special Events

Founded in 1958, The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a 1,200-acre public garden in Chaska, Minnesota, that attracts over 600,000 visitors per year. Best known for its beautiful display gardens, nationally recognized tree collections, protected natural areas and research activity, the Arboretum is easy to explore via paved paths, such Three-Mile Walk and Three-Mile Drive, which are open year-round. Many miles of wooded trails, stone pathways and routes for cross-country skiers and snowshoers provide access to the healing power of nature in all seasons.

Gardens & Collections
The Arboretum has grown dramatically over the years to include 28 specialty gardens, 44 plant collections, more than 150 permanent works of art, 200 staff members and a stunning array of 5,900 unique species, cultivars and hybrids.

The Oswald Visitor Center and Snyder Building at the Arboretum include a Gift & Garden Store, three art galleries, a conservatory, event spaces and a horticultural library with rare books. The Farm at the Arb, which sits on a high hill on the grounds, is home to a restored red barn, a bee and pollinator center and the new Myers Education Center.

Education
As part of its mission, the Arboretum offers educational classes - in person and online - for more than 20,000 adults and children every year. A dedicated learning center on Arboretum grounds - and outreach to area schools - provides children with fun, hands-on, K-6 science standards-based school programs that use plants and nature as inspiration. Popular online programming and outreach programs spread the Arboretum's reach across the state among all ages. A professionally facilitated Nature-Based Therapeutics program based at the Arboretum connects visitors at the Arboretum as well as those in the community to experience measurable improvements in their health and well-being.

Research
As a part of the College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) at the University of Minnesota, the Arboretum is world-renowned for woody plant and fruit breeding research programs, including the commercial introduction of the Honeycrisp apple and more than 160 cold-hardy plant varieties developed at the Arboretum's Horticultural Research Center.

The Plant Conservation Program based at the Arboretum works to promote the conservation of rare and native plant species in Minnesota, including a seed bank for plants native to Minnesota such as terrestrial native orchids, carnivorous plants, cacti and more.

Two (2) $50 Gift Cards. $100 Total.

Our restaurants enliven the senses through inspired settings, graceful service and delicious cuisine. Each restaurant complements the unique character of its locale, creating a place of relaxation, enjoyment and excitement for our guests. Cheers!

Choose from the following restaurants:

Hazelwood Food & Drink - 4 Twin Cities Locations

$50 Gift Card.

The team behind Agra Culture had a touch of all those passions behind their transformation into truly clean eating, but perhaps the biggest passion? We love to eat. Real food. As we started to gain a better understanding of the 'hows' and 'whys' behind the power that food has in our bodies, the decision to transition into a whole foods diet came naturally. We decided to create a place that is for everyone. We wanted to prove that healthy and tasty can be found on the same plate.

There are many reasons behind making the decision to change your diet. Food allergies, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, chronic health conditions, fostering a sustainable environment and simply the joy of utilizing whole foods to make satisfying meals are just a handful. The food revolution is happening, and Agra Culture intends to be a part of it.

What's not always easy? The convenience of finding a place away from home that cares as much about ingredients as you do. Agra Culture uses only the freshest and responsibly sourced foods to bring you satisfying, crave-worthy meals, so you can feel good about eating out. It's the way you'd cook if you had more time…and a bigger kitchen… and a garden…a professional chef…

Let us be your advocates for good food and better health.

$50 Gift Card.

Innerbloom Hospitality partnered with Restaurateur and Chef Daniel Del Prado again to create Layline, a high quality American Kitchen experience in downtown Excelsior, MN. Renovating the historic Gary's First Class Car Care into a contemporary and eclectic style with a menu streamlined to focus on classic American offerings and just the right touch of seafood. Guests can enjoy our outdoor patio overlooking the heart of Excelsior as well as a distinctive full bar, intimate interior atmosphere and a consistently delicious menu.

$50 Gift Card.

Daniel del Prado and Aaron Switz, partners behind Josefina in Wayzata, have officially added a second project to a growing hospitality portfolio.

Located on idyllic Lake Minnetonka shores, Macanda, which originates from a combination of a mango tree coupled with a nod to Latin America's magical realism, offers dishes such as fried oyster tacos with celery remoulade, grilled king crab with carrot mayo and braised oxtail with black mole.

Culinarily-speaking, mangos are an original species with origins in Asia which have been highly adopted by Latin American cuisine, becoming a staple of their own in the region. While magical realism's literary concept brings to a reader vivid images of reality generously sprinkled with whimsy and majesty, both inspirations for Macanda aim a signal to guests of an eclectic mix of global flavors in a traditional Mexican structure.

In addition to a vast menu of unique and approachable food and cocktails set on beautiful Lake Minnetonka, Macanda is also home to a vinyl lounge and record bar, Macanda's HiFi.

$100 gift card.

Food and drink with innovation. Atmosphere felt with energy, heart, and dedication.

Always striving to create welcoming and memorable experiences.
We strive to create memorable experiences for all guests while providing speedy and thorough service. Our unique fast-casual concepts are great for families on the go, happy hours, birthday celebrations, or just hangin' out.

Our company values lie within our team and our community. CRG is devoted to fostering a fun and respectful space for our team and our guests.

We view our relationship with our community as symbiotic - when we nurture our family, our family grows and becomes stronger and thus, helps us better serve our community.

$50 Gift Card.

WHAT IS VENN?

It means friend in Norwegian. As a neighborhood taproom and coffee shop serving award-winning craft beer and mighty-fine coffee, you won't find a more friendly and neighborly place to raise a glass or mug of whatever pleases your palate.

Our place is your space to unplug, unwind, and tap into what's most important-those around you. From our beertenders to our baristas, when you grab a seat at Venn, one thing's for sure: You'll always be in good company.

$50 Gift Card.

Lake & Irving is a culinary-focused neighborhood restaurant in Uptown Minneapolis. Chris Ikeda and the rest of the L&I team strive to create an atmosphere that is casual but classy, serving food that is approachable but interesting. Many of our food and drink offerings are recognizable American classics, but every item on the menu is expertly crafted using cuisines and techniques from all over the world.

Whether you're looking for a relaxing weeknight cocktail, an inspiring three-course dinner, or a cozy, intimate space for a private event, we look forward to providing you with excellent food & drink, a comfortable atmosphere, and outstanding hospitality. We are open seven days a week for dinner, and Friday through Sunday for lunch & brunch. We look forward to serving you!

Four (4) Public Tour tickets to The Raptor Center in St. Paul, MN.

Expires on April 27, 2025.

The Raptor Center's mission is to ensure the health of raptors and the world we share.

Our specialized hospital admits around 1,000 birds of prey each year - our goal is to rehabilitate and release them back to the wild.

We also train future generations of veterinarians and wildlife rehabilitators, conduct ground-breaking research on raptors and the environment, and educate and inspire thousands of people each year through our unique educational programming.

$50 Gift Card.

BIG BOWL EDINA
Big Bowl Edina is located in Galleria Edina and was the first Minnesota location to open in 1998. Big Bowl serves big, bold Chinese & Thai dishes using high quality ingredients.

BIG BOWL MINNETONKA
Big Bowl Ridgedale is located in Ridgedale Center Mall. Opened in 2001, Big Bowl serves big, bold Chinese & Thai dishes using high quality ingredients.

$50 Gift Card.

Twin City Grill is an American grill featuring Minnesota comfort foods in a casual comfortable surrounding, located on the first floor of the north side of the Mall of America. The menu is filled with Minnesota favorites starting with the Northern Lakes Walleye Fish Fry, Roasted Prime Rib of Beef, Hickory Smoked Baby Back Ribs, Prime Meatloaf & Roasted Turkey Plate.

Reservations are always welcomed.

$50 Gift Card.

From the team that opened Lake & Irving in Uptown Minneapolis in 2013 comes Pau Hana, a restaurant that aims to transport you to the islands of Hawaii. Chris Ikeda and his culinary team bring their extensive chef experience, including Chris' decade of cooking in Hawaii alongside Alan Wong and other prominent Hawaiian chefs, to a menu and atmosphere that aims to introduce Minnesotans to Hawaiian Regional Cuisine. Known as "HRC" for short, Hawaiian Regional Cuisine reflects the unique and vast culinary scene in Hawaii, one influenced by more than a century of immigration to the Hawaiian Islands by people all over the world. Flavors and culinary techniques found in Hawaii trace their roots to immigrants from Japan, Korea, China, the Phillipines, Portugal, Puerto Rico, and the Pacific Islands. That varied cultural and culinary background, combined with the foods available on the Hawaiian Islands (tropical fruit, fresh seafood, livestock), combine to create HRC, a contemporary cuisine unique to the islands.

Pau Hana features many of these flavors and ingredients on its menu, which include shareable small plates and salads, elevated entrees, as well as wood-fired pizza, the perfect vehicle to showcase this unique cuisine. Our full bar will feature an extensive rum and tequila menu, as well as a cocktail menu that draws its inspiration from beach cultures all around the world. In addition, we will be opening a takeout/quick-serve concept known as "Pau Hana Express" that will allow you to take a slice of the islands home with you.

The name "Pau Hana" speaks more to the atmosphere and attitude of life on the islands than the actual cuisine. Translating roughly to "done with work," Pau Hana is used on the islands to describe after-work drinks with your friends. Whether you're relaxing on a Friday after a long week or escaping the Monday blues, we hope we can help you pretend, for a moment, that you're on a beach without a care in the world. It's Pau Hana time!

$200 Gift Card.

Owamni is a full-service Indigenous restaurant created by The Sioux Chef in 2021 for the purposes of job creation (featuring a majority Native staff), moving more Indigenous products developed by Native food producers, and showcasing true North American Indigenous foods and culture.

Owamni was acquired by nonprofit North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems (NATIFS) in September 2023, paving the way for more hands-on training opportunities, guest chefs, Indigenous food R&D, and producer spotlights.

DECOLONIZED INGREDIENTS
Experience the true flavors of North America, featuring foods of Mni Sota Makoce, Land Where the Waters Reflect the Clouds.

We prioritize purchasing from Indigenous food producers locally and nationally. We have removed colonial ingredients such as wheat flour, cane sugar and dairy. We are proud to present a decolonized dining experience.

$50 Gift Card.

HAI HAI is a Southeast Asian street food restaurant & bar in Northeast Minneapolis. HAI HAI means two two in Vietnamese - a nod to the building's past life as the infamous 22nd Avenue Station (aka Deuce Deuce), a dive bar & strip club.

Inspired by dishes that Chef Christina Nguyen grew up eating at home, at family celebrations, in Vietnamese Sunday school basements & during several trips to Southeast Asia, you can expect to find more than just the standards like pho & pad thai. HAI HAI will shine the spotlight on some lesser known delicious regional dishes, along with new & original dishes using the Southeast Asian palette of flavors.

During their most recent trips to Southeast Asia, Christina & Birk (the duo behind Hola Arepa) searched down winding streets to find alleyway food oases, followed the smell of charred meats & smoke to the grills they came from, had unforgettable meals at street food stalls next to roaring traffic, went on scavenger hunts for specialties at local markets, pulled up short stools at sidewalk cafés & ordered whatever the people next to them were having. They tried it all so they could bring with them the best dishes & most inspiring flavors for you to enjoy back home.

$50 Gift Card.

Hola Arepa is a restaurant in South Minneapolis serving our take on Latin street food. We serve Venezuelan-style stuffed arepas, Latin American-influenced small plates, and tropical craft cocktails.

Chef Christina Nguyen & her partner Birk Grudem started Hola Arepa as a food truck in 2011. Though the truck has been mostly in hibernation since they opened their brick & mortar restaurant in 2014, you can always enjoy their arepas, other dishes & cocktails in a space inspired by their travels to beach towns and charming old cafes in South America, Central America and Mexico.

All of our food is made from scratch with love. Arepas are made fresh every day from cornmeal dough and pattied by hand.

Two (2) tickets to their Pride Concert, "This is Me" on either Friday, June 21 or Saturday, June 22 at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road in Mahtomedi, MN.

Choose either date:

Friday, June 21 - 7:30 pm

Saturday, June 22 - 7:30 pm

Step into a world of inclusivity, artistry, and self-expression with "This is Me," a captivating concert experience brought to you by the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus with special guests. Set against the majestic backdrop of St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, this event promises to be a celebration of diversity, acceptance, and the transformative power of music.

43 years of music worth coming out for

Now celebrating its 43rd year, Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus (TCGMC) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) volunteer community chorus whose mission is Gay Men Building Community Through Music. Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus seeks to provide its members with rewarding musical experiences and to promote social exchange. As an organization that celebrates diversity and uses music as a way to transform, educate and heal, the Chorus works towards the elimination of homophobia and intolerance through community outreach.

$60 gift card and Fabric Sculpture

Trade Winds is a trendy and classic boutique, with women's clothing, jewelry & accessories from Around the World. Supports Fair Trade. Established in 1990.

Two (2) tickets to any O'Shaughnessy (St. Catherine University) Presents event in the 2024-2025 season.

Located on the scenic campus of St. Catherine University, The O'Shaughnessy is one of the Twin Cities' premiere arts venues. Since opening in 1970, The O'Shaughnessy has presented an array of both local and national performing arts companies. The O'Shaughnessy's mission is to support St. Catherine University's mission to educate women to lead and influence. It presents annually a world-class series of artistic offerings that center themes of social justice and women's voices, produces University Events that invite the general public's participation and broaden academic engagement, and hosts select community events. The venue is a meeting place between the campus community and larger region, and seeks opportunities to actively engage students in artmaking and broaden the campus dialogue through approachable art.

One (1) night stay in a Queen Deluxe Room (Double Occupancy, Two Adults), $40 in food and beverage and $20 in casino free play.

Located just three miles north of Bayfield, twenty-three miles north of Ashland, and eighty miles east of The Twin Ports (Duluth/Superior) on Highway 13, Legendary Waters is a beautiful resort and casino on Lake Superior that provides guests with amazing views throughout the entire facility.

The gaming floor offerings consist of over 240 "state-of-the-art" slot machines ranging from 1¢ to $5 in denomination, live Blackjack and poker, exciting and fun promotions, a player's club and rewards program. Bingo, cribbage and special tournaments may be offered on a seasonal basis.

The premiere hotel offers an indoor pool, indoor/outdoor whirlpool and 47 luxurious rooms each showcasing its own spectacular view of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands.

4-hour residential or commercial cleaning service from Two Bettys Green Clean in Minneapolis, MN.

Two Bettys is eco-friendly. We believe it's not only possible to be good to people and the planet at the same time, it's imperative.

Two Bettys serves our cleaners. We provide a safe and equitable working environment, living wage, health insurance, PTO, and a 401K to our employees.

Two Bettys is part of the community. Whether it's at the local farmer's market, a networking event for social enterprises, or the State Capitol, we're showing up for our community wherever we can.

Two Bettys serves our cleaners. We provide a safe working environment, living wage, health insurance, PTO, 401K, and mileage reimbursement to our employees.

Two Bettys is honest, authentic, and accountable. We're reliable and dependable. We show up when we say we will and do a great job. If we make a mistake, we own it and make it right.

Hand-carved, lightweight earrings (Red) by Louie Gong (Nooksack) - 8th Generation.

• 1" Wide by 2" Long

I'm Louie Gong (Nooksack) and I'm the founder of Eighth Generation. I'm a self-taught artist who was raised by my grandparents in the Nooksack tribal community in northwest Washington. I got my start by painting cultural art on shoes, but realized that creating one-of-a-kind pieces did not provide a sustainable pathway to success, so I began applying my artwork to accessibly-priced products. My unique style merges traditional Coast Salish art with influences from my mixed heritage and urban environment to create work that resonates widely across communities and cultures.

Hand-carved, lightweight earrings (Teal) by Louie Gong (Nooksack) - 8th Generation.

• 1" Wide by 2" Long

I'm Louie Gong (Nooksack) and I'm the founder of Eighth Generation. I'm a self-taught artist who was raised by my grandparents in the Nooksack tribal community in northwest Washington. I got my start by painting cultural art on shoes, but realized that creating one-of-a-kind pieces did not provide a sustainable pathway to success, so I began applying my artwork to accessibly-priced products. My unique style merges traditional Coast Salish art with influences from my mixed heritage and urban environment to create work that resonates widely across communities and cultures.

Beautiful White, Blue and Purple Beaded Earrings - 6" Long.

Northland Visions, started as Northland Native American Items and Products, and has grown from a home-based, mail-order business into a gallery and retail space where one can find treasures of the land, original items made by Native peoples from the Woodland and Plains tribes of the upper Midwest in what is now Minnesota, the Dakotas, Wisconsin, Canada and other northern states stretching from Montana to the east coast.

Beautiful Beaded White and Burgundy earrings - 5" Long.

Northland Visions, started as Northland Native American Items and Products, and has grown from a home-based, mail-order business into a gallery and retail space where one can find treasures of the land, original items made by Native peoples from the Woodland and Plains tribes of the upper Midwest in what is now Minnesota, the Dakotas, Wisconsin, Canada and other northern states stretching from Montana to the east coast.

Beautiful beaded porcupine earrings made by DIW'S Nutrition Coordinator Derek Nicholas.

• 3" Long
• Sterling silver hooks, porcupine quills, bison bone and beads

Boozhoo indinawemaaganidog. Niigaanibines nindigo. Mawka indoodem. Miskwaabikaang izhinikaade ishkongian wenjibaayaan.

Derek Nicholas (Red Cliff Band Ojibwe) has been working within the food systems in many critical ways, including but not limited to work around food security and sovereignty, language revitalization, seed saving, food cultivation, culinary arts, sustainable food & water projects, and youth engagement. Derek is currently employed in Minneapolis, working at the Division of Indian Work as the Nutrition Program Coordinator. Additionally, Derek is the Education and Sustainability Chair for Feeding Mouths Filling Minds.

Vintage poster, framed in gold metal. The Great Spirit Within "The Hole" MN State Prison.

• 18" Wide x 24" Tall
• Framed, Gold Metal, 1993

The introduction of ancient American Indian religious practices into prisons is a new phenomenon, begun in the late 1970's following the congressional passage of the American Indian Freedom of Religion Act. Despite continuing resistance by some prison officials, religious traditions of sweat lodges and pipe ceremonies have spread to many prisons with Indian populations. 'Great Spirit Within the Hole' describes how the practice of ancient rites has inspired inmates to discover a new self-identity and provide a means to survive the isolating prison experience.

Sunny Planet, created by local artist Steven Bailey.

• 12" diameter
• Part of the Planets - Limited-Run Series

Solid, dyed figured maple mounted on copper.

Frank Big Bear "Shaman" 1993 - Prisma Color Pencil on Paper.

• 19" Wide x 25" Tall
• Black Framed

Drawing from a broad constellation of inspirations-from family and dreams to art history and Anishinaabe culture-Frank Big Bear (Ojibwe) is best known for his vibrant Prismacolor pencil drawings. Melding personal and political themes on disjointed, fantastical backdrops, he frequently addresses notions of identity as well as issues that pervade broader Native experiences.

Big Bear's solo exhibitions include Nativia, Bockley Gallery (2016), Homage, Bockley Gallery (2014), From the Rez, to the Hood, to the Lake, All My Relations Gallery, Minneapolis (2011), among many others. His commissions include The Walker Collage, Multiverse #10 (2016-2017) for the Walker Art Center and, with Star WallowingBull, Detritus of the Light People for the Plains Art Museum in Fargo (2004). Big Bear has recieved the USA Knight Fellowship from United States Artists (2015), a National Artist Fellowship through the Native Arts and Cultures Foundation (2015), and the Bush Foundation's Enduring Vision Award (2008). His work is in the collections of the British Museum, the Denver Art Museum, the Minneapolis Institute of Art, and the Des Moines Art Center, among others.

Raised in and around the White Earth Reservation, Big Bear has primarily resided in Minneapolis, where he presently lives and works, since the age of 14.

Red Lake Nation member Dave Van Wert sculpture, nephew of Red Lake Nation elder and acclaimed sculpture Gordon Van Wert.

• 11" Tall x 11" Wide

Gordon Van Wert grew up in Red Lake, Minnesota, but moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico, to attend art school. After completing his undergraduate degree, he enlisted in the U.S. Army.

"We I got out of the army, I didn't what I was going to do. I wasn't even thinking about my art," he said.

Though he tried working in various professions, including law enforcement, nothing stuck. After moving to the Twin Cities for a short time, Van Wert moved back to Santa Fe in 1972 to pursue a post-graduate degree in art.

During his second stint in Santa Fe, Van Wert was introduced to air hammers and Dremel drills by a friend who was working at a tombstone factory at the time. An air hammer, also known as an air chisel, is a hand tool used to carve in stone. Similarly, Dremel drills can drill, carve and engraving hard surfaces. These tools would later become instrumental in Van Wert's art.

Beautiful photograph Titled "Prairie Smoke" on canvas by Steve Simmer.

• 16" x 11", famed and ready to hang

Voucher for Two (2) Outfield Reserved tickets for a game in April or May 2024, plus three (3) Saints scarves!

Voucher expires on 5/19/2024.

The St. Paul Saints are a Minor League Baseball team of the International League and the Triple-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins. They are located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and have played their home games at CHS Field since 2015.[2] They previously played at Midway Stadium from 1993 to 2014.

Free round of golf for four (4) people at the Links of NorthFork in Ramsey, MN.

Play one of Minnesota's finest and true Scottish Links Style golf course open to the public. With a reputation for superior playing conditions and unmatched practice facilities, the Links provides a challenging and memorable experience for golfers of all skill levels.

Located in Ramsey, MN in the Northwest metro of the Twin Cities, The Links features a beautiful banquet facility for up to 295, a 4-star Golf Digest-rated Championship golf course, a fully stocked Pub and Pro Shop. The quality of this course and clubhouse make The Links one of the most popular venues in Minnesota…

For a wee bit of "The Open" without the Airfare - think The Links at Northfork!

Timberwolves Gift Basket.

• Black Wolves Jacket (Mens - Medium)

• Black Wolves Long Sleeve Polo (Mens - Large)

• Authographed 8x10 photo of Karl Anthony Towns (KAT) with Certificate of Authenticity

Minnesota's expansion team was officially dubbed the "Timberwolves" in December of 1986, nearly three years before the first game would be played on November 3, 1989, and four months before the NBA officially granted Minnesota a team. After original owners Harvey Ratner and Marv Wolfenson submitted a formal expansion proposal to the NBA Board of Governors in October of 1986, they held a "Name the Team" contest that drew 6,076 entries from across the state featuring 1,284 different proposed nicknames. The two most common submissions, Timberwolves and Polars, were deemed finalists and the 842 city councils in Minnesota were asked to submit their vote for the winner. "Timberwolves" was selected by a 2-to-1 margin. Timberwolves was a fitting name for Minnesota's new team, as the state is home to the largest wolf population in the U.S. and the International Wolf Center, a comprehensive wolf research facility, is located in Ely, Minnesota.

Similar to the naming contest, the Timberwolves held a public contest to select the team's first logo. After receiving over 2,600 submissions, some coming from as far away as Alaska and Norway, the team settled on a design submitted by Mark Thompson of Austin, Minnesota. Original Team President Bob Stein described the winning submission as "aggressive, but not sinister." The logo was first unveiled to the public on an oversized $20,000 check that the team donated to the United Way on September 17, 1987.

A NEW ERA
On April 11th, 2017, the Timberwolves unveiled their new logo - just the second major overhaul of brand identity in franchise history. Created by Mississippi-based design expert Rodney Richardson of RARE Designs, the new logo features a howling wolf facing forward, the iconic North Star and the new Timberwolves wordmark featuring the Team Rune "A." The logo's color scheme reflects a sense of place, with each color in the palette tied to a part of the Minnesota landscape. Colors include Midnight Blue, Aurora Green, Frost White, Moonlight Grey and Lake Blue.

Authentic Majestic Twins Jacket (Large), Josh Donaldson Bobblehead and Carlos Correa Bobblehead and Bat.

Be ready for the 2024 season with some Twins collectibles from the past.

22" Crimson Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill.

Autographed MN Vikings football by Offensive Tackle Christian Darrisaw.

Since 1961, the Vikings have been part of the fabric of this community and we are proud to share the next chapter of our legacy, the Minnesota Vikings Foundation. This public charity organization advances the well-being of youth through engaging health and education initiatives.

This generation is the first in history tracking to have a shorter life expectancy than its parent generation due to physical inactivity and poor nutrition. Additionally, Minnesota has one of the largest educational achievement gaps in the country as evidenced through test scores and graduation rates. These are areas that the Minnesota Vikings Foundation can help create a measurable impact in our community. However, this is daunting challenge that can't be tackled alone.

To accomplish these goals we must enlist the help of our players, our staff, our fans, and our community. As the Minnesota Vikings Foundation continues to grow we look forward to sharing more about ways to share in the mission.

Two (2), One-Hour voice lessons with Janis Hardy.

Janis Hardy has been a beloved performer in the Twin Cities for more
than 40 years.

She was a mainstay of the Minnesota Opera ensemble in its early years
and also well-known as a concert soloist, with the likes of VocalEssence
(then Plymouth Music Series) and the Minnesota Orchestra.

Six (6) tickets to Lake Street mural tour on Thursday, June 16th from 6-7 pm.

Join Charise Canales, Manager of Placemaking and Activation for the Lake Street Council, who will lead a one-hour tour of murals near the Midtown Global Market in Minneapolis. Hear about the revival of Lake Street that is underway and meet some of the mural artists who created new community artworks during the days following George Floyd's murder and who have been enlisted by local businesses to make Lake Street a vibrant cultural corridor.

Charise is responsible for developing the Council's new placemaking program, which seeks to strengthen the connection between Lake Street businesses, community members, and the places they share. She uses her background in community development and public art to work collaboratively with the creative sector to harness and support the vitality of Lake Street.

Beautiful Rwandan / Abahutu Handwoven Sisal Bowl.

• 7" Rounded
• Purchased in Africa

Kira Murillo (Shoshone-Bannock) from Pocatello, Idado.

• Black Sweatshirt
• Roomy 3XL Size

Shoshone-Bannock tattoo artist Kira Murillo has set fire to the tattoo scene, becoming the fastest-growing Native tattoo artist, with an appointment calendar booked a year in advance. Kira combines traditional design elements with modern techniques, incorporating bold blocks of color and timeless designs in a style not often seen in the tattoo industry. "Growing up in the powwow circle," Kira shares, "I was taught how to make and design my own dance regalia from my moms and aunties, and eventually started making dresses and accessories for others as well." These foundational teachings inspire and inform Kira's current artistic process, and our Family Floral Limited Edition Throw Blanket is the first blanket she has designed.

$300 gift certificate off any residential or commercial rental with Red-E-Bins.

Expires on 1/01/2025.

RED-E-BINS are available in the following counties: Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, & Washington.

Quick Note:

Some counties and cities require RED-E-BINS to collect extra fees and taxes.

Just start a chat or give us a call at (952) 931-2577 if you need help understanding the fees in your area.

Minnesota Residential Solid Waste Management Tax - 9.75%

Minnesota Non-Residential Solid Waste Management Tax - 17%

Ramsey County Residential Environmental Charge - 28%

Ramsey County Non-Residential Environmental Charge - 53%

Hennepin County Residential Solid Waste Management Fee - 15.5%

Hennepin County Non-Residential Solid Waste Management Fee - 21.5%

Washington County Residential Environmental Charge - 35%

Washington County Non-Residential Environmental Charge - 35%

Minnesota Non-Mixed Municipal Solid Waste Tax (C&D) - $.60 per cubic yard

A must for any Minneapolis music fan!

The entire collection of every in-print CD, LP and book from the Doomtree Records
discography, including Dessa, P.O.S., Sims, Shredders, Doomtree and many more!

• Over 25 vinyl records
• Over 40 CDs
• Dessa's book collection, including My Own Devices and Spiral Bound

Raku Pottery Bowl.

• 9" Rounded with Lizard Design
• 4" Tall
• 5" Rounded Opening

Raku generally refers to a type of low-firing process that was inspired by traditional Japanese raku firing. Western-style raku usually involves removing pottery from the kiln while at bright red heat and placing it into containers with combustible materials. Once the materials ignite, the containers are closed. This produces an intense reduction atmosphere which affects the colors in glazes and clay bodies. The drastic thermal shock also produces cracking-known as crackling since it is deliberate. The original Japanese style of raku is an outgrowth from Buddhist influences in life and especially in the tea ceremony.

Autographed Tom Johnson books.

• Summer Stock
• Hollywood Heyday

Entertainment writers and coauthors of Hollywood Heyday, Fantle (film, Marquette Univ.) and Johnson delve into the 1950 MGM musical Summer Stock. It's best known as the third and final onscreen collaboration between Judy Garland and Gene Kelly, and it's the film from which Garland's famous "Get Happy" musical number originated. The book takes a deep dive into the industry issues MGM was battling at the time, including script revisions, the rise of TV, and censorship from the Production Code Administration. It also examines Garland's mental health and personal issues, which affected her ability to appear on set, and the bonds forged between cast and crew members doing their best to finish the film despite mounting production and scheduling issues. Garland's fluctuating weight during filming is also briefly mentioned. The book shines best as a reflection on Garland's and Kelly's legacies and the contemporary studio structure in which they worked. However, as a critical evaluation of the film's merits and its position in the musical canon today, the isolated listing structure of the book does not allow for much thematic coherence.

Native designed leg wraps by Mizinokamigok, Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.

• 15" Long
• Red and White

Native designed leg wraps by Mizinokamigok, Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.

• 17" Long, Lined
• Red and Brown

Native designed leg wraps by Mizinokamigok, Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.

• 15" Long, Lined
• Leopard print

Native designed leg wraps by Mizinokamigok, Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.

• 25" Long
• Dark green
• Bead trim and lined

Two (2) XL t-shirts designed by Bois Forte Band of Chippewa artist Joe Geshick.

• 100% Cotton, XL

"My work is a reflection of the spiritual connection that originates from our traditional sacred Indian ceremonies."

Joe Geshick, whose Ojibwa name was "Mishakeebaneesh," passed on to the spirit world in December 2009.

Autographed copy of Sing for the Red Dress by Joseph M. Marshall III.

Award-winning Sicangu Oglala Lakota author and historian, Joseph M. Marshall III, PhD, is one of the most prolific Native writers in the United States. Raised by his maternal grandparents in a traditional Native household on the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota, he has written eighteen historical fiction and nonfiction books and narrated his own audio books. He is best known for award-winners "The Lakota Way," "The Journey of Crazy Horse," and "The Day the World Ended at Little Bighorn."

Joseph M. Marshall 111 will be speaking on his new book "Sing for the Red Dress". Marshall's latest novels, his first contemporary fiction, will be released by Lucid House Publishing in 2024 as part of his "Smokey River Suspense Series." The titles are "The Last Prisoner of Little Bighorn," "The Wolf and the Crow," and "Sing for the Red Dress" -all to be released in spring 2024. "Blood on the Dress," the sequel to the latter will be released on October 1, 2024. The main characters primarily live on the fictional Smokey River Reservation based on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota, but plotlines extend to traditional Lakota territory on the Northern Plains. His new novels are based on current issues facing Lakota people, including crime and the interface between tribal government, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the FBI, and the ongoing epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women that have largely been ignored by the American public and media.

Signed copy of The Rediscovery of America by Ned Blackhawk

Ned Blackhawk is the Howard R. Lamar Professor of History and American Studies and serves as the faculty coordinator for the Yale Group for the Study of Native America, the Yale Indigenous Performing Arts Program, the Native American Language Project, the Henry Roe Cloud Dissertation Writing Fellowship, and, as co-director, of the NYU-Yale American Indian Sovereignty Project. An enrolled member of the Te-Moak Tribe of Western Shoshone Indians of Nevada, he is the author and co-editor of four books, including the award-winning history, Violence over the Land: Indians and Empires in the Early American West (Harvard University Press, 2006) and The Rediscovery of America: American Indians and the Unmaking of U.S. History (Yale University Press, 2022). His recent publications can be found in the American Historical Review, Reviews in American History, the New York Times Book Review, and The Art of Native America: The Charles and Valerie Diker Collection, while co-authored publications include a special issue of Daedalus: Journal of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2018); a "Brief for Amici Curiae Historians and Legal Scholars" (2015) to the Supreme Court in Dollar General Corp. v. Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians; and the co-edited anthologies Indigenous Visions: Rediscovering the Legacy of Franz Boas (Yale University Press, 2018), which won the 2019 Modernist Studies Association best anthology prize; and Indigenous Genocides and Settler Colonialism, the second volume of the Cambridge University Press World History of Genocide.

Local and handmade stoneware serving bowl by Front Ave Pottery & Tile.

• Food and dishwasher safe
• 14" Wide x 8.5" Tall

Front Avenue Pottery and Tile designs and creates finely crafted, high quality, playfully decorative dinner & serving ware, and clay tile.

A BFA graduate from the University of Minnesota, artist & potter Mary Jo Schmith was undoubtedly influenced by professors Warren MacKenzie & Mark Pharis & their commitment to functional pottery. Now with more than 20 years of clay production experience, she works daily to produce inspired functional fine crafts for your table, kitchen, and home.