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Lake Superior hike and beach picnic lunch
Enjoy a 2-3 hour morning hike in the woods among old growth White Pine or along the shores of Lake Superior. You and seven (7) friends will learn about the wreck of the SS Lafayette which ran aground during the gales of November 1905 near Encampment Island, just north of Two Harbors. Degree of hike difficulty to be determined by the winning bidder.
Top off the morning with a picnic lunch on the beach, Betty's Pies included!
Available May 2024 - October 2024. Date to be mutually agreed upon between the winning bidder and donor. Expires 10.31.24.
You and five (5) friends will experience the history and 60 - 90 minute building/brewery tour. Following the tour enjoy a delicious beer tasting led by owner Tom Schroeder. Twelve (12) beers or other beverages of your choice are included. Date and time to be mutually agreed upon by Tom and the winning bidder. Excludes Friday and Saturday dinner hours. Expires 9.12.24
Join Lee Pao Xiong; RCHS Board Member; for a personal tour of the Hmong Village Shopping Center on the Eastside of St. Paul. With over 81;000 Hmong living in Minnesota and over two-thirds in the Seven County Metropolitan Area; the Hmong have made numerous contributions to the political; social; and cultural fabrics of Minnesota. As home to more than 17 individual food stalls; over 20 farmers market vendors; along with 100 specialty merchandise shops; the shopping center is one of the largest Hmong markets in the country. Learn about the Hmong history and culture. A complimentary Hmong lunch is included. This tour is limited to 10 people. "I can't recommend Lee Pao enough as a guide for Hmong history; culture; food; dress and much more. Plus he seems to know everyone in the Hmong Village!" - Tour Attendee Date to be mutually agreed upon by donor and winning bidder. Tour to take place on a Friday or Saturday. Expires 9.12.24
Peking Garden Chinese New Year Dinner to celebrate the Year of the Dragon! Includes dinner for eight (8) at the Peking Garden with Judy and Ed Kishel. Chinese New Year is on Saturday, February 10, 2024, but dinner does not have to be on that date. Date to be mutually agreed upon. Expires 9.12.24
You and two (2) friends will golf with KFAN's Common Man, Dan Cole! Common will arrange for greens fees and a cart at a top local golf course. Date to be mutually agreed upon between donor and winning bidder. Expires 9.12.24
Create a seasonal flower arrangement with guidance from award winning floral artist Dixie Nelson, owner of Lilles de Fleur. In this workshop, Dixie will teach you how to properly care for flowers, extend their life and create your own fresh composition based on her design. You will be amazed by your creativity. Enjoy this intimate class of four (4) in the barn at Gibb's Farm. Class includes fresh and decorative materials. Date of class must be arranged a minimum of 3 weeks in advance, valid April 15th - December. Expires 12.31.24
Be a Gibbs Farmhand! Visit with, care for, and learn all about the Gibbs Farm animals, including chickens, geese, ducks, goats and sheep!
Your experience for up to six (6) people will include learning about the importance of farm animals to families like the Gibbs, assisting staff in feeding the animals and cleaning out their coops and pens. Your hard work will be rewarded with a delicious ice cream treat!
Please note that the Gibbs Farm animals are not petting zoo animals. While there may be an opportunity to pet and hand feed goats and to hold one of our chickens, all interaction is based on the willingness of the animal.
Experience date to be mutually agreed upon with Director of Gibbs Farm. Available dates include weeknight evenings and Sunday mornings. Limited availability in September 2023 and October 2023. Includes a handmade felt sheep crafted by Robyn Priestley. Additional available dates beginning May of 2024. Expires 9.12.24
Get away and unwind in nature! Enjoy a two night stay at a gorgeous cabin on Big Doctor Lake in Siren, WI. Accommodations include two bedrooms in the main cabin and two bedrooms in a bunk house. All beds are queen size beds. Each building has a bathroom. Forced air heat and central air cooling. Two wood-burning fireplaces.
Dates to be mutually agreed upon by donor and winning bidder. Not available during the Memorial Day, 4th of July or Labor Day weekends. No pets. No smoking.Expires 9.12.24
Many know the story of how the construction of I-94 destroyed the Rondo neighborhood, which was home to a thriving African-American community. But few have heard stories and accounts first-hand. Historian and author Frank White shares his time and historical knowledge with one lucky bidder and three (3) friends for a 90-minutes driving tour of Historic Rondo. Date to be mutually agreed upon between Frank White and the winning bidder. Available dates in October 2023 or April 2024 - September 2024. Expires 9.12.2024
Family four pack of tickets to the North Shore Scenic Railroad's Duluth Zephyr. The Duluth Zephyr is a 75 minute excursion that travels from our depot in downtown Duluth, along the shoreline of Lake Superior, through the Congdon neighborhood, until it reaches a siding where we stop briefly to turn around and return to the Depot. Excursions operate at least twice a day all summer long. Good through the 2026 season. Online reservations highly suggested.
A Round of Golf at Midland Hills Country Club for three (3) plus lunch with club historian and former RCHS board member John Hamburger. The golf course opened in 1921 and was recently restored by classic golf architect Jim Urbina. Expires 9.12.24
Visit the Minnesota Zoo and explore the natural wonder of our world and the more than 4,500 animals and 505 species in award-winning exhibits. Take a walk on the newly opened Treetop Trail, a 1.25 walking path above the zoo or check out the sharks, rays and other marine life in Discovery Bay. There is something for everyone, no matter your interests or abilities! Includes four (4) tickets to the Minnesota Zoo, eligible for daytime Zoo admission, and one (1) parking pass. Good through 6.30.24.
Dive into the world of STEM and visit the Bakken Museum to explore the potential of science, technology, and the humanities to make the world a better place. Includes five (5) museum admission passes to the Bakken Museum.Expires 9.12.24
Four (4) passes to any current or upcoming special exhibition at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Also includes a $25 gift card to Agra Culture at their MIA or any other location for a coffee or quick bite.
Gift Voucher for two (2) admissions to Trapped Puzzle Rooms at either North Loop or Saint Paul locations. Also includes a $25 gift card to Centro, Vivir, or Everywhen Burger. (Centro is right across the river from the North Loop Trapped location!)
Two (2) dinner and show tickets to the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. Valid for any Main Stage production on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday evenings.
Not valid the month of December, New Year's Eve, Valentine's Week, or the final week of a production's run. Other restrictions may apply.
Experience a neighborhood theater with a national impact with four (4) Tickets to The Jungle Theater. The Jungle focuses on telling stories that matter with deep care and attention to detail. Upcoming shows include Rich Dogs, a comedy about the chance encounter of two butlers who serve wealthy dogs; Say All The Truth, a subversive interrogation of society, philosophy, truth, friendship, love; and Dinner for One, a -new, hilarious and heartfelt celebration of aging, love, found family, and live music.
Only valid for performance within the first two weeks of the run. Only valid for regular Jungle Season.
Enjoy two (2) tickets to The Schubert Club for any 2023 - 2024 concert. The Schubert Club cultivates a passion for music and fosters an engaged community of music enthusiasts through concerts, music education, museum exhibits. (Not valid for the co-presented concert with the Walker on 11.29.23).
Includes one-year Household level membership to the Hennepin History Museum and $25 gift card to Blue Plate Restaurants for after a visit
Enjoy two (2) tickets to the History Theatre, a time-tested institution focusing on performances highlighting history and notable events.
Call box office to reserve seats, not valid to any History Theatre Presents performances.
Enjoy two (2) tickets to The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, widely regarded as one of the finest chamber orchestras in the world! SPCO is celebrating its 65th season and plays everything from the classics to modern pieces.
Dive into Minnesota's natural history by visiting the Bell Museum! Package includes four (4) Bell Museum Tickets
Enjoy the flavors of Portuguese, Italian and Spanish-inspired comfort foods at Estelle with this $100 gift certificate. Tucked away in the cozy Mac-Groveland neighborhood, this casual and creative restaurant also boasts a stellar bar menu.
Parlour is the epitome of upscale bar and comfort food. Their burgers, bar bites & spiked milkshakes are showcased in a hip and spacious environment. Enjoy a .$100 Gift Card to check them out!
Enjoy a $50 gift certificate to Pool & Yacht Club in Lilydale, MN!
Experience one of Saint Paul's newest restaurants with this gift card to Herbst Eatery & Farm Stand! Enjoy the fresh flavors of this chef-driven, farm-to-table neighborhood restaurant with a menu that changes frequently. Called by the Star Tribune an "exciting eatery with top-notch talent both behind the scenes and in the kitchen", you are in for a treat!
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! You will have a VIP experience that includes a pre-game ballpark tour with St. Paul Saints General Manager Derek Scharrer and the honor of escorting the Saints porcine mascot to home plate during pre-game introductions
Include are four (4) outfield reserve tickets and four (4) Saints baseball caps.
Cheer on the Wolves in the inaugural In-Season Tournament! Package includes four (4) in Section 130, Row L, Seats 11-14 for the Friday, November 24, 2023 7pm game.
SKOL VIKES! Enjoy two (2) Vikings tickets for Sunday, December 24, 2023 at 12 noon vs the Detroit Lions. Seats are Section 112, Row 15, Seats 21 & 22
Check out the Twins from the sweet spot! Package includes four (4) Twins tickets in row 1, seats 1-4, of section 111 (between the Twins dugout and home plate) and valet parking pass for game vs Los Angeles Angels on Friday, September 22, 2023 at 7:10 pm. (Yes, 10 days after the gala!)
An afternoon at the ball park! Includes four (4) outfield reserved tickets good for any Saints baseball game in 2024 and four (4) baseball caps.
Scarves Up! Cheer on the Loons as they take on St Louis with four (4) tickets for the 7:30 game at Allianz Field on Saturday, September 23, 2023. These excellent seats are in section 12 (one off center), row 11, seats 9-12.
Winning bidder must be in touch with donor no later than Sunday, September 17, 2023 to receive tickets.
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Dog Goodie Bag including a Rascals latex chicken toy, Organic Oscar's Puppy Shampoo and multiple types of treats and toys.
Indulge yourself with these two excellent bottles of wine - Francois Labet Pinot Noir, Burgess Cellars Chardonnay. Yummy Chocolate Celeste Truffles, Chuao Pretzel Toffee Twirl Chocolate Bar, Chocolove Strawberry Dark Chocolate, and Abdallah Sea Salt Caramels included!
Pamper yourself with this $25 gift card to The Olive Branch and a Lemon & Rosemary candle
Create your own Moscow Mules at home with all the necessary components. Basket includes Minnesota's own, Farrell's Reserve Vodka, Fever-Tree Premium Ginger Beer, Rose's Sweetened Lime Juice, and Two Copper Mugs.
Dog Goodie Bag including a Llama Dog Toy, Organic Oscar's Puppy Shampoo and multiple types of treats and toys.
Satisfy your chocolate cravings with goodies from Chocolate Celeste. Add in a yummy bottle of red wine and it's a party! Basket includes one bottle of Fable Roots Red Blend, Chocolate Celeste Truffles, and three varieties of Chocolate Celeste Chocolate Almonds.
Last call for those warm late summer evenings! Enjoy two varieties of Lolea Sangria, both red and white, in a set of adorable (and functional!) silicone wine glasses.
Enough to share! Or not. Pinot Noir or red blend? This basket has both! Prefer white? Try the Chardonnay. A variety of sweet treats included.
Pra Vinera Reserve Pinot Noir, Gearbox Chardonnay, Fable Roots Red Blend, Lily's Salted Caramel Milk Chocolate, Chuao Almond Chocolate, Abdallah Old Fashioned Butter Caramels, and more!
A playful, no-fear sketching workshop for up to eight (8) people, in the park where you'll rekindle the wonder for drawing that you felt as a child. Jeanne Kosfeld, your instructor, will share her love for sketching and show you how to approach a complex scene on location in Irvine Park. You'll leave with a new friend - your sketchbook, ready to give you hours of enjoyment wherever you are. Also includes two copies of "Irvine Park Saint Paul" coloring book by Jeanne Kosfeld and Richard Kronick.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Jeanne Kosfeld paints and sketches primarily with water-based media, but her previous body of work includes newspaper design, board game design, creating public sculptures in ice, organic matter, and polymer.
Growing up in a family of artists, Jeanne started working as a newspaper illustrator. Along the way, she taught at at the University of Alaska-Anchorage where she also led the design department. For eighteen years, Jeanne was the creative director at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Her work appears in public & private collections. She has been honored with artist-in-residencies in Arles, France; Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado; Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas; St. Croix Watershed Research Station as the Artist at Pine Needles, Minnesota; the Western Wisconsin Land Trust at the Pine Creek Restoration Project, Wisconsin; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, California; and Juneau, Alaska at the Ernest Gruening Historic Site. Jeanne has participated in International Urban Sketchers Symposiums in Portugal and the Netherlands.
Two gorgeous bowls handcrafted by local artist, Linda Birnbaum.
Each bowl is 6-7 inches wide and Cone 10 fired, meaning they are food safe. Microwave and dishwasher safe.
Help more children experience the joy of lacrosse, played for centuries by Dakota People, by donating for the purchase of a lacrosse set. Lacrosse sticks are utilized during the Dakota Tour and Dakota Camp and are purchased from a Native artisan. One set includes two (2) lacrosse sticks and one (1) leather ball.
From moving compost to collecting branches to shoveling animal poo, wheelbarrows are an essential tool for site work and animal care at the farm. Help Gibbs Farm maintain a tidy site by donating for the purchase of a brand-new wheelbarrow.
The two tipi at Gibbs Farm are integral to over half our programming including the Dakota history field trips (year-round!), St. Paul Kindergarten field trips, summer camps, and public tours.
Students LOVE the tipi and are always excited to learn about it and go inside. There are often audible gasps as they enter the tipi to learn about Dakota winter life and storytelling. As the site maintains one tipi year-round for winter programing, covers degrade quickly and need to be replaced every few years. One cover costs $2,000.
Historical costuming is essential to set the scene for Gibbs pioneer-era programming! Gibbs Farm provides costumes for staff and volunteers to demonstrate clothing from pioneer days, enriching the student and guest experience. A high quality, handmade prairie dress lasts several years.
Help Gibbs Farm by donating towards the purchase of fabric to make pioneer dresses.
Safety precautions are of the utmost importance at the Gibbs Farm site. Your contribution towards the purchase of AEDs for both the Red Barn and Annex Office buildings will allow Gibbs Farm to utilize financial resources on more direct student and guest experiences. $1,500 purchases one (1) AED, we are hoping to buy two (2).
Help more children experience the joy of lacrosse, played for centuries by Dakota People, by purchasing a lacrosse set. Lacrosse sticks are utilized during the Dakota Tour and Dakota Camp and are purchased from a Native artisan. One set includes two (2) lacrosse sticks and one (1) leather ball.
Historical costuming is essential to set the scene for Gibbs pioneer-era programming! Gibbs Farm provides costumes for staff and volunteers to demonstrate clothing from pioneer days, enriching the student and guestexperience. A high quality, a handmade 19th century men's shirt lasts several years.
Help Gibbs Farm by donating towards the purchase of fabric to make men's pioneer shirts.
Enjoy a little staycation here in St Paul!
Step back in time with a walking tour of F. Scott Fitzgerald's Saint Paul. On this 90-minute tour you'll see houses and buildings associated with the writer's life in Saint Paul. You'll see Fitzgerald's birthplace, where he went to school, and the house where he finished writing his first novel, This Side of Paradise. The tour is led by Fitzgerald expert Mark Taylor. He has worked for MNHS, lectured on Fitzgerald, and has given more than 60 Fitzgerald walking tours.
Then check into one of Minnesota's more historic and luxurious hotels, The Saint Paul Hotel. Experience the trademark style, sophistication and comfort with a one-night stay in a Deluxe King room. Whatever your need, The Saint Paul Hotel will meet it with grace, warmth and class.
Finish off your evening with two tickets to The Saint Paul Hotel's performance of It's a Wonderful Life. Premium dinner for two included. This performance comes to life as a live 1940s radio drama, complete with an onstage sound effects master. George Bailey's story remains as heartwarming as ever, as he is shown how his life touched so many other lives. This show sells out annually and some 2023 performances are already sold out!
Top off your staycation with a $100 gift certificate to The Lexington restaurant. The Lexington has been serving the city of Saint Paul and the greater metro area for over 75 years, establishing a rich history as a place of celebration, family, and community.
This package includes a copy of The Mississippi and St Paul, a book by RCHS.
A Once-in-a-Lifetime foodie event!
Local Chef Tammy Haas will prepare a four-course meal, complete with wine pairings, for up to six (6) guests in your home. Tammy will work with you and your tastes to create a menu that you will love! She will bring all the necessary ingredients and pots/pans and cooking utensils need to prepare your feast. Tammy's cooking style combines classic techniques with impeccably fresh ingredients.
Tammy has been part of the Cooks of Crocus Hill family for more than 15 years where she teaches a wide array of cooking classes from the basic to the exotic. Date to be mutually agreed upon by donor and winning bidder.
Get away to the Big Easy!
You will immerse yourself in history with a private, docent-led tour and four (4) admission tickets to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. The museum features immersive exhibits, multimedia experiences, and an expansive collection of artifacts and first-person oral histories. The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American experience in the war that changed the world-why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today-so that all generations will understand the price of freedom and be inspired by what they learn.
This package includes airfare vouchers for two and a two night stay at the Higgins Hotel & Conference Center. Located in the heart of the Arts & Warehouse District and across the street from the National WWII Museum, it's a home away from home replete with era-inspired guest rooms and suites, exceptional dining, and state-of-the-art meeting and event spaces.
Exclusive MN Opera behind-the-scenes tour!
Take a peek behind the curtain with a tour of either the costume and scene shops at the Minnesota Opera Center in the North Loop OR the opportunity to stand on the Ordway stage and receive a backstage tour following a performance.
This package includes a voucher for two tickets to a performance. Minnesota Opera's 61st Season will be one of the most vibrant ever. The Ordway Series features a new production of the popular mariachi opera, Cruzar la Cara de la Luna by composer José "Pepe" Martínez, featuring a new, fully orchestrated score by David Hanlon; the return of Donizetti's popular comic opera The Elixir of Love; and a new production of Puccini's beloved La bohème. Schedule your behind-the-scenes experience to coincide with the performance you choose to attend.
Also includes a $100 gift card to Apostle Supper Club for dinner before the show. Bravo!
No opening or closing night. No guarantee of meeting cast members. Date to be mutually agreed upon between the winning bidder and MN Opera.
Take the Windy City by storm!
Start your trip with a stay at the hotel of your choice with a $500 gift card and enjoy all the city has to offer you! Package also includes:
$300 Wrigley View Rooftop gift card
Located adjacent to Wrigley Field, Wrigley View Rooftop is an official Chicago Cubs rooftop partner. Your all-inclusive ticket includes game day admission, bountiful buffet and beverage service through the 7th inning and a unique and enjoyable experience. Guests enjoy BRIX Catering ballpark style food as well as Beer, Wine, Soda, and Alcohol Malts. Enjoy spectacular views in a state-of-the-art, stadium-style design and seating. Book early as games often sell out!
Untouchables Gangster Tour
Experience the original Gangster tour in the comfort of a climate-controlled Limo Bus! During this 90-120 minute tour you will hear the exploits of Capone, Moran, Dillinger and the rest of the boys on this unforgettable Chicago crime tour. Some sites included are: the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, the Biograph Theatre, and Holy Name Cathedral.
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise
Hear fascinating stories behind more than 50 buildings along the Chicago River. Hear how Chicago grew from a small settlement into one of the world's largest cities in less than 100 years. In just 90 minutes, you'll get the best overview of Chicago's architecture and its history!
Behind-the-Scenes at the Field Museum
Top it all off with an incredible behind-the-scenes tour of the Field Museum for up to 6 people and museum admission for the day. This 90-minute private tour will explore the Museum's distinctive research areas and unique exhibition galleries. While visiting areas rarely seen by the public, the winner and their guests will learn about the Field Museum's fascinating history and have an exclusive glimpse of the nearly 40-million-piece collection of specimens and artifacts in the Museum's collections. General admission for that day is included. Expires 9.12.24.
