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{ 300 } Private Box at A Prairie Home Companion
“I can see Garrison’s shoelaces from here!” It’s the best seat to one of the hottest events in town — a live performance of A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor at the Fitzgerald Theater in Saint Paul. This is a private box for four people to attend the October 4, 2008 show. Over 4 million listeners hear the show live on the radio, but you’ll be able to spot all of the crazy antics of the cast and crew from your lofty perch! [Tickets are for October 4th, 2008 only.] Donor(s): Garrison Keillor Value: $192

{ 301 } Mall of America Family Fun Pack
You and your family will have an amazing time with their favorite children’s characters with four passes to the first Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park at the Mall of America! After you’ve ridden all of the rides and met Spongebob Squarepants, head to Underwater Adventures to use your “Fishing Permits” for admission into the underwater aquarium! Then, if you haven’t had enough fun, get out your coupon book for super savings all over the mall! [Coupon book expires December 31, 2008, Underwater Adventures passes valid through March 31, 2009.] Donor(s): Mall of America Value: $145

{ 302 } African Folktale Books
A wonderful collection of African folktale books makes fine reading for the whole family. The fantastic illustrations will make you feel like you are on a safari! Donor(s): Barnes & Noble, Inc Value: $40

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Portrait Session Certificate
Whether commemorating a wedding or graduation, to preserving precious memories or simply updating a family portrait, the professionals at Dale Studios make the process of getting a picture taken simple and will capture you and your loved ones at your very best. [Limit one certificate per family per year. Expires on November 3rd, 2008.] Donor(s): Dale Studios Value: $200 (each certificate)

{ 308 } Autographed Book by Patricia Hampl
The Florist’s Daughter by Patricia Hampl is a beautiful memoir, a tribute to the ardor of supposedly ordinary people, and your copy of this fine book is autographed by the author. As bestselling author Pat Conroy has stated, “Sentence for sentence, Hampl writes the best prose of any American writer, period. The rest of us cannot touch her.” Donor(s): Patricia Hampl Value: $25

{ 309 } James Sewell Ballet Tickets
James Sewell Ballet was founded in 1990 by James Sewell and Sally Rousse. Together they envisioned their own small company of artists willing to expand their notions about ballet and to perform work that challenged their physical limits. Today, the embodiment of James and Sally’s original vision is a company that performs innovative works that explore the technical boundaries of ballet. Enjoy four tickets to a performance by the James Sewell Ballet company in the Fall of 2008 at The O’Shaughnessy in Saint Paul. [Choose from Oct. 24, Oct. 25, Nov. 1, or Nov. 2, 2008.] Donor(s): James Sewell Ballet Value: $80

{ 310 } “Out of Africa” DVD Collection
Explore the continent of Africa through the vision of classic and contemporary filmmakers —from the sand dunes of Egypt (The English Patient) to the rivers of the Congo (The African Queen); from the Kalahari Desert (The Gods Must Be Crazy) to the end of apartheid (Cry Freedom), this amazing landscape and its people have inspired great stories. These 12 DVDs have been collected for you by the Gala Committee as a souvenir of Serengeti Serenade! Donor(s): Gala Committee Value: $240

{ 311 } Magic Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle Tickets and Tour
Can you scuba dive in your bedroom? Roast marshmallows over a chandelier? Unearth pirate treasure in the fireplace? You can with Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle! Four guests will enjoy The Magic of Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle at The Children’s Theatre Company, plus an exclusive backstage tour after the show with Autumn Ness, the actor who brings Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle’s magic to life! [No exchanges, no extensions. Expires June 1, 2008.] Donor(s): Children’s Theatre Company Value: $54

{ 312 } Stage with Animal Hand Puppets
Your youngsters will have hours of imaginative fun with this charming theatrical stage and set of six adorable animal hand puppets. Donor(s): Linda Ault Value: $65

{ 313 } Sing Minnesota — Arts Adventure for Kids
Bring out the creative talent in your young one! Sing Minnesota is a week-long day camp for boys and girls who have completed grades 2-6 (ages 8-12) that runs from August 11-15, 2008 at Concordia University in St. Paul. It’s just the ticket for kids who are excited about experiences in the arts. While focusing on choral singing, campers also participate in drama and movement, visual arts, and outdoor fun and games. [Dates are August 11-15, 2008, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Parents are responsible for arranging transportation to and from Concordia University.] Donor(s): Minnesota Boychoir Value: $300

{ 314 } African Textiles MIA Tour and Lunch for Six
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts textile collection holds more than 8,000 objects from an array of countries around the world. Your group of six will discover in-depth the artistry of African textiles with a personal behind-the-scenes tour conducted by Patricia Martinson. See the amazing technical achievements of these craftspeople, from the intricate interlacing of basketry to the sophisticated weaving of complex fabrics. After the tour, enjoy lunch at D’Amico with a gift certificate for six. [Tour available after June 1, 2008.] Donor(s): D’Amico and Sons; Minneapolis Institute of Arts Value: $300

{ 315 } Library of Minnesota Books
Minnesota is home to great authors and fascinating history. This assortment of books published by the Minnesota Historical Society Press includes Sweet Land, The Minnesota Weather Almanac, Minnesota Vacation Days, Remembering the Good War, 75 Memorable Moments in Minnesota Sports, Twin Cities Picture Show and Minnesota Goes to War. Donor(s): Karen A. Humphrey Value: $300

{ 316 } Four Super Seats for Sesame Street Live
Four prime seats to see Elmo, Big Bird, Abby Cadabby, Cookie, Oscar the Grouch and all of your favorite Sesame Street friends at the Target Center in January 2009. Sesame Street Live, a Minnesota-based VEE Corporation production, is proud to bring this musical and dance extravaganza to Target Center in the company’s 29th touring season. This is an all-new Sesame Street Live production promising fun and laughter for the entire family! Donor(s): VEE Corporation Value: $200

{ 317 } Arthur Murray Dance Lessons
Whether it’s for a wedding, special event, or just a night on the town, you’ll be ready to dance the night away after taking lessons at the legendary Arthur Murray Dance Studios. This one-week membership includes an introductory lesson, one private lesson, one group lesson and one party lesson. [Valid for adults only. Expires November 3, 2008.] Donor(s): Arthur Murray Studio Value: $129

{ 318 } Books from Afton Historical Society Press
Expand your home library with a wonderful selection of books specially chosen for the Serengeti Serenade, representing the highest quality and artistic endeavor in publishing. Donor(s): Malcolm and Patricia McDonald Value: $150

{ 319 } Art Supplies and Certificate to Wet Paint
Do you have an eye for color and texture? Develop your inner artist with a set of art supplies to get your first painting started, including a professional quality 12-inch square canvas, a set of six acrylic paints, and four paint brushes selected by visual artist Carolyn Brunelle. But don’t stop there! Indulge your creative streak with a $50 gift certificate to Wet Paint, an independently owned art supply store located on St. Paul’s vibrant Grand Avenue. [Gift certificate expires on March 17, 2010.] Donor(s): Wet Paint; Carolyn Brunelle Value: $125