Listed below are live and silent auction items that will be available for bidding at the Eric Butorac’s Minnesota Tennis Challenge on December 3, 2011. All proceeds go to benefit youth development programs at the Fred Wells Tennis & Education Center, St. Paul Urban Tennis and the Rochester Boys & Girls Club.
Live Auction Items
Private Mexican villa in Manzanillo
“You will not get tired of the beautiful view and will take a million photos like we did.” That’s what last year’s auction winners said about their week at Villa Paraiso. Spend an unforgettable week in a beautiful oceanside villa in Manzanillo, Mexico. This gorgeous private, 12,000 square foot villa comfortably sleeps four couples with…Read more
Week at a Big Sky, MT, log cabin
Enjoy a week in the heart of Montana’s Big Sky Country! This three-bedroom log cabin has two full baths, a modern kitchen, a front deck with a private hot tub and ski-in, ski-out access to Big Sky Mountain resort. Incredible Alpine and Nordic skiing, mountain biking, hiking and nature viewing are steps away. It’s only a short drive…Read more
Grill & drill package
Get seven friends to join you in an afternoon of tennis fun with Matt Narr, Marc Miller, Gregg Cummings and Gordon Reid. After the drill, stay for the food and beverages. The grill (a Weber Genesis model worth $800) is yours to keep! Value: $1,000.
2 Southwest Airlines roundtrip tickets
Southwest Airlines has generously donated two tickets good for roundtrip transportation only on Southwest-operated, published, scheduled service between any two cities within the Southwest Airlines system. Value: $800. No restrictions or blackout dates. Expiration: Jan. 1, 2013.
Golf outing at Edina Country Club
A golf outing for you and two friends with veteran journalist and Twin Cities sports figure Gregg Wong at Edina Country Club. One round of golf with carts. Generously donated by Gregg Wong. A $400 value!
Silent Auction Items
Roger Federer autographed cap
A limited-edition Nike cap with Roger’s signature. Sells for $315 on his website.
Cities 97 — 2011 Sampler CD & Studio C performance
Didn’t get a Cities 97 Sampler? It’s not too late! Cities 97 has generously donated two 2011 Sampler CDs to the Minnesota Tennis Challenge, along with two passes to attend a Studio C performance. CDs and pair of passes will be auctioned separately.
Hall of famer Bert Blyleven autographed baseball
Baseball autographed by the Baseball Hall of Fame’s newest member, former Minnesota Twins pitcher and current announcer Bert Blyleven.
Marc Jacobs laptop bag
A gorgeous, durable black laptop bag by Marc Jacobs, generously donated by Martin Patrick 3 in Minneapolis. A great holiday gift!
Minnesota Gophers men’s basketball vs. Purdue
Two tickets to the University of Minnesota men’s basketball game vs. Purdue at 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 8, at Williams Arena. Section 119, Row 22: Seats 15 & 16. A $64 value! Generously donated by 1500 ESPN.
Autographed photo of the Vikings’ Adrian Peterson
Autographed 8×10 photo of Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson. Donated by the Minnesota Vikings.
Haircut and color at Mixx Salon, White Bear Lake
A haircut and color plus a selection of Alterna hair-care products generously donated by Mary Jane Marier of Mixx Salon in White Bear Lake.
10-and-under tennis starter set
The USTA Northern Section and Tony Stingley have generously donated a 10-and-under starter set, including a 10-foot mini net, two 21-inch rackets, two 23-inch rackets, six red felt tennis balls and six foam tennis balls. A $300 value!
Month of unlimited yoga at CorePower Yoga
CorePower Yoga in St. Paul’s Highland Park generously donated one month of unlimited yoga. Please redeem at the Highland Park studio, but the package can be used at any location. Highland Park also features RealRyder spinning classes. A $159 value!
Autographed photo of the Vikings’ Percy Harvin
Autographed 8×10 photo of Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Percy Harvin. Donated by the Minnesota Vikings.
Split Rock Lighthouse in winter photograph
A stunning 40×28 framed and matted photograph of Split Rock Lighthouse in winter by Mike Borg.
Autographed copy of “Lost Twin Cities”
“Lost Twin Cities,” a 336-page, large-format paperback by St. Paul author Larry Millett, is “an impressive sampling of the vanished buildings of the Twin Cities, tracing their history and including information on who the owners and architects were, how these structures were used, why they were torn down, and what occupies each site today,” according…Read more
Mosaic mirrors by Mercury Mosaics, Minneapolis
Three eye-catching 10×10-inch mosaic mirrors in gorgeous color combinations. Valued at $80 each. To be auctioned separately.
Private tennis & pizza party (adults) at Fred Wells Tennis & Education Center
Invite 11 tennis buddies for a Saturday evening of tennis and pizza at the Fred Wells Tennis & Education Center. Enjoy 1.5 hours of tennis under the front bubble (all three courts) with an hour in the lobby for pop and pizza courtesy of Fat Lorenzo’s. All participants must be 21 or older. BYOB! A…Read more
Junior pizza & tennis party at Fred Wells Tennis & Education Center
Invite 11 tennis buddies for a Saturday evening of tennis and pizza at the Fred Wells Tennis & Education Center. Enjoy 1.5 hours of tennis under the front bubble (all three courts) with an hour in the lobby for pop and pizza courtesy of Fat Lorenzo’s. A $350 value!
Natural foods gift basket
A gift basket of goodies from Valley Natural Foods Co-op in Burnsville.
Timberwolves gift basket
Minnesota Timberwolves mini ball, T-shirt and bobblehead of Wolves mascot Crunch.
Vertical Endeavors Indoor Rock Climbing
Two daily passes and rentals to Vertical Endeavors indoor climbing facility. Over 18,200 square feet of climbing surface with levels for all abilities, including a beginner area. Locations at 855 Phalen Boulevard, St. Paul, and 2540 Nicollet Ave. S., Minneapolis.
St. Paul Chamber Orchestra tickets
Enjoy a concert by the world-renowned St. Paul Chamber Orchestra. The orchestra has generously donated two tickets to any of its remaining 2011-12 performances, as available.
Pamper yourself with a facial and brow wax
Loftique Fresh Face in White Bear Lake has generously donated a facial and brow wax with esthetician Ann Slanga.
Whole Foods Market cookbook and gift card
Whole Foods Market, with three locations in the Twin Cities, has generously donated a copy of Emeril Lagasse’s cookbook “Farm to Fork,” along with a $75 gift card.
Minneapolis Institute of Arts’ “Edo Pop”
Visit the Minneapolis Institute of Arts’ exhibition on “Edo Pop: The Graphic Impact of Japanese Prints.” Four vouchers. Limited time. Exhibit runs through Jan. 8, 2012.
4 VIP passes for Landmark Theatres
Landmark Theatres generously donated four VIP passes, good at Lagoon Cinema, Edina Cinema and the Uptown Theatre.
An evening at the theater …
These theaters have generously donated tickets. Enjoy! Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, The Guthrie Theater, Illusion Theater, SteppingStone Theatre, Park Square Theatre, The Jungle Theater, Stages Theatre
Fired Up Studios stoneware vase and $25 gift card
Fired Up Studios is a haven for potters and offers classes for those wanting to try their hands at the wheel. Fired Up Studios is located at 1701 E. Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis.
SpiritDancing handmade pottery
A piece with a million uses. Diana Meier’s work — handmade in her Minneapolis studio – is as beautiful as it is practical.
Izzy’s Ice Cream Cafe
Summer or winter — treat yourself to some delicious ice cream. Izzy’s has generously donated four single cones. Located at 2034 Marshall Ave. in St. Paul.
Week of dance at Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Has “Dancing with the Stars” piqued your interest? Arthur Murray Dance Studio, 5041 France Ave. S., Minneapolis, has generously donated a one-week membership, which includes one introductory lesson, one private lesson, one group class and a practice party. Have fun!
3M Championship logo golf shirt and cap
Dress like a champion. The 3M Championship has generously donated golf shirts and caps from the Champions Tour event held at the TPC Twin Cities in Blaine.
Three Rivers Park District driving range pass
Want a sweet swing like the pros? Three Rivers Park District is offering a driving range pass good at Baker National, Clearly Lake, Eagle Lake or the Chalet Drive Practice Center.
Minnesota Children’s Museum Family Four-Pack
Spend a fun and educational afternoon at the Minnesota Children’s Museum in downtown St. Paul, 10 W. Seventh St.
Park Tavern bowling party
Park Tavern, 3401 Louisiana Ave., St. Louis Park, is offering a bowling party for up to 40.
Lake Superior Magazine
Enjoy a year’s subscription to the magazine that’s all things Lake Superior: Lake Superior Magazine, which brings you monthly profiles of the area’s most interesting people and places, and beautiful photography, too.
Gift cards …
These businesses have generously donated gift cards: al Vento, Cafe Latte, Crave, Joe’s Garage, Midtown Global Market, Rock Bottom Brewery, Seward Co-op, Treadle Yard Goods.
