Don't miss this once in a lifetime opportunity! Soar above the majestic Minnesota landscape in a two seat glider piloted by accomplished flight instructor and pilot Dick Andrews. Dick holds many state and national awards for his soaring accomplishments. He will provide an unforgettable experience as you are towed aloft and release for a flight using only air flow and thermal uplifts for your flight.

Flights take place at Stanton Airfield between Northfield and Cannon Falls. Date to be arranged based on weather conditions and plane/pilot availability.

*Auction items can be picked up beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.

This is a great opportunity to experience a 1 hour personal raptor visit for a group of up to 10 people.

An experienced naturalist from the Carpenter Nature Center (CNC) will bring one of their raptors for a visit to your backyard or at the CNC campus in Hastings, MN. They will help you learn about the many wildlife species that share the ecosystem and how raptors are affected by changes in their habitat. You'll be able to observe the raptor close up, see what they eat and ask questions of the naturalist.

Some of the raptors at CNC include a Red-tailed Hawk, and A Barred Owl. Must be redeemed by December 31, 2025.

*Auction items can be picked up beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.

Enjoy an hour-long acoustic concert in your backyard or on your patio with popular local musician Nick Fox playing guitar and singing a repertoire of music. Invite your friends and family, socially distanced, of course, and sit back, relax, and enjoy a selection of favorite tunes.

Redemption certificate will be mailed to winner after the event or will be available for pickup if the purchaser has won other items.

Donated By Nick Fox

*Auction items can be picked up beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.

This is a wonderful catered Chinese Dinner for 4 at your home and learn to play the traditional Chinese tile game of Mahjong. All provided by accomplished St. Paul chef Jason Patalonis. Sure to be a tasty treat and provide lots of fun!

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make Chinese jiaozi (pot stickers) and play Mahjong? Let caterer and Mahjong enthusiast Jason Patalonis show you how. I learned to make jiaozi from my high school Chinese teacher at Breck and have been making these for over 40 years! I've been playing Mahjong just as long and want to share my love of both these classic Chinese things. You will learn how to make the dumplings which will be served with hot and sour soup and Hong Kong style coconut tarts for a light dinner then move to the game table for Mahjong. We will do this in the comfort of your own home and is for 4 people. Date to be mutually agreed upon. Value $500.

*Auction item certificates can be picked up beginning Monday, December 9th at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM Monday.

This is a genuine, mouth-watering Soul Food dinner prepared by experienced local cook Estrella Carter using some of her time-tested family recipes.

The Soul food dinner will consist of:

Main course: Choice of Salmon Croquettes OR Smothered Chicken OR Pork Chops OR Mississippi Roast; Macaroni & Cheese OR Candy Yams; Collard greens and Cornbread.

Dessert: Choice of: Banana pudding OR pineapple upside down cake, OR Cherry OR apple dump cake.

The dinner will be prepared by Estrella and delivered to your home. Feeds up to 8 people. An in-home boutique catering experience can be provided for an additional $100 gratuity charge.

Estrella can also make a Cinco De Mayo Mexican dinner if you prefer.

*Auction items or certificates can be picked up immediately after the Gala or beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.

This is an authentic Mexican meal for 10 people at your home, prepared by Brenda Serafin. This homemade mouthwatering meal includes delicious Mexican dinner delivered to your home.

Call to arrange a mutually agreed upon date of delivery. Please provide 30 day notice.

*Auction items can be picked up beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.

The Always Popular Mystery Arts Tour is back! Take a day bus trip on Saturday, May 10, 2025 and see the sights with friends. The price to ride is $75 per person. This day long trip is offered to 40 lucky buyers who will see some very interesting arts and cultural sites on a guided tour starting in Hastings. Spend the day in a luxurious coach bus complete with sandwiches and beverages. In previous years, the trip included stops at the acclaimed Minnesota Marine Museum in Winona, The Train Depot Gallery in Redwing, the Stillwater Art Guild Gallery, the famed Cuellar Pottery Studio in Shafer, MN as part of the St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour, the beautiful Seasons Gallery in Hudson, Wi and the Orange Dragon Art Gallery in Prescott, WI. Join us for another fun and culturally rewarding adventure in 2025!

We will begin boarding the bus at 11:30 on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, at the new Confluence Hotel in scenic downtown Hastings. At this point your destinations will be revealed!

All passengers will be dropped off back at the Confluence Hotel by 7:15 PM.

*Auction items or certificates can be picked up immediately after the Gala or beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.

Enjoy a complete Lefse making lesson at the home of Sheri Fox in Hastings.

Sheri will provide all ingredients, equipment and wisdom needed to make delicious Lefse, and you will go home with lots of Lefse to enjoy! It's a fun experience to learn to make Lefse!

Will be arranged at a time mutually agreed upon by you and Sheri.

*Auction items or certificates can be picked up immediately after the Gala or beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.

Your children or grandchildren will enjoy this special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus at your home. Take photos or enjoy cookies and milk with Santa this holiday season. A 20-minute magical visit from the Claus' can be arranged before Christmas, call soon! You won't be disappointed.

(Restricted to visits with children - no pets please)

*Auction items or certificates can be picked up immediately after the Gala or beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.

Alexis Bailly Vineyard Wine Basket

This package includes a Gift Basket from Alexis Bailly Vineyard in Hastings, MN.

Did you know Alexis Bailly is the oldest winery in Minnesota and a pioneer in growing quality grape vines in our colder climate? Winners of many international awards, their great tasting wines are sure to complement any meal you can dream up!

You will receive a gift basket of 4 bottles of wonderful Alexis Bailly Wine (Country Red, Country Rose, Country White and ABV Sweet Rose), 2 ABV wine glasses, a cheese slicer and some colorful napkins.

*Auction items can be picked up beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.

Treat yourself! This includes a voucher for 2 tickets to a Chanhassen Dinner Theatre production. Redeemable for Dinner and a Show for two in the Main Stage Theatre, on Sunday through Friday evenings. Excludes the month of December, New Years Eve, Valentines Day and the last week of a production run). Now playing: Grease!, Stevie Ray's Comedy Cabaret, Many Tribute Bands from folk, rock, soul, blues and country, etc.

Value is $200. Expires 5-5-2026.

*Auction items can be picked up beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.

Donated by Chanhassen Dinner Theater

This is for 4 Club Level tickets to a 2024/2025 season Minnesota Wild Game at the Xcel Energy Center in St Paul.

Value: $700.00
Exclusive~ Experience the thrill of Minnesota Wild hockey with four (4) Wild Club tickets to a highly anticipated game, featuring Club level seating and exclusive amenities. Fans with club-level tickets enjoy great sightlines for wild games and are granted access to all the lounges on the club level. This package includes a parking pass for hassle-free access to the arena. The date of the game will be coordinated with the donor to ensure a mutually-agreed upon date. Don't miss this chance to enjoy top-tier hockey action!
Four tickets will be transferred electronically from the donor to the winner. Tickets at the Xcel Energy Center. Parking included.

*Auction item certificates can be picked up beginning Monday, Dec. 9th at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM.

Learn to make your own pottery using a pottery wheel and create a unique piece of art!

Try your hand at making pottery at the Squeaky Wheel in downtown Hastings. Work with pottery expert Babett Larimer and learn from the Master. During a 2-hour hands-on class, she will teach you and a friend how to turn a lump of clay into something beautiful. Includes firing and glazing of the finished products. A great way to learn how to make clay works of art and have fun at the same time!

*Auction items can be picked up beginning Monday, December 9th, at 121 Tyler Street, (ARTSPACE Building), Hastings, MN. Pickup Hours will be 10 AM - 2 PM on Monday.