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VocalEssence Gala Auction Catalog

Saturday, May 3, 2008
The Historic Milwaukee Depot

VocalEssence would like to thank the dedicated volunteers who have made this year’s Live and Silent Auction such a resounding success!

 

{ Section 400: Sports }

{ 400 } Signed Vikings Jersey and Photo
It’s a Minnesota Vikings fan dream come true! Take home a Vikings jersey autographed by record-breaking running back Chester Taylor and an incredible autographed photo of Minnesota Vikings player Jim Kleinsasser, one of the league’s top blocking tight ends. Donor(s): Minnesota Vikings Value: $100

{ 401 } Minneapolis Lakers Memorabilia
Some of us will never forget the brilliant days of the Minneapolis Lakers, Minnesota’s first professional basketball team, and its legendary six-foot-ten player George Mikan. Take home a Limited Edition 1999 George Mikan lithograph of his statue in Target Center and two autographed books, The Vern Mikkelsen Story and Unstoppable: The Story of George Mikan. Donor(s): Denny Schulstad Value: $450

{ 402 } Gopher Men’s Hockey Tickets - Friday Game
Sport your Maroon and Gold with pride. Share in the excitement of Gopher Men’s Hockey with two tickets in Section 22 for a Friday night game. [Date to be determined when the 2008-2009 scheduled is published.] Donor(s): Philip Worrell Value: $60

{ 403 } Gopher Men’s Hockey Tickets - Saturday Game
Watch the ice chips fly as the Gophers Men’s Hockey team skate their way to victory with two tickets in Section 22 for a Saturday night. [Date to be determined once the 2008-2009 schedule is published.] Donor(s): Philip Worrell Value: $60

{ 404 } Golf for Two at Minikahda Club
Two guests will join host Kip Colwell for lunch and a round of golf at the beautiful Minikahda Club course. This top 100 classic Donald Ross gem has hosted five different USGA events and has a long and storied history. Caddies or cart will be provided. [Mutually agreed upon date to be scheduled with the host.] Donor(s): Kip Colwell Value: $400

{ 405 } Yogacise Bench
This Healthmark, Inc. Yogacise bench allows you to combine relaxing yoga positions with muscle toning exercises. Get a complete full-body work out with this portable device. A training manual is included to help you on your way to getting a beautiful body! Donor(s): Charles and Julie Zelle Value: $200

{ 406 } Vikings vs. Giants Tickets
It’s Purple Pride vs. Superbowl champion Giants. Show ’em what we’re made of! This gift certificate can be redeemed for two end zone tickets in Section 203 for the Vikings/New York Giants game at the Metrodome. [Date to be announced. Tickets will be mailed after July 25, 2008.] Donor(s): Dave Mona Value: $90

{ 407 } Twins Batting Practice Field Visit
Ever wanted to see the view from the field of the Metrodome? The winner of this item and three friends will get to watch Minnesota Twins players on the field during batting practice before a regular season home game of your choice and will receive lower reserved seat tickets to watch the game. [Must call to set up three weeks in advance. No autographs allowed during visit.] Donor(s): Minnesota Twins Baseball Club Value: Priceless

{ 408 } Golf for Two at Hazeltine Golf Club
Enjoy lunch and a round of golf for two at Hazeltine National Golf Club with your host Bob Muschewske, Immediate Past President of the Hazeltine Board of Governors. Originally designed by Robert Trent Jones, Hazeltine has been home to several PGA Championships. Donor(s): Robert C. Muschewske Value: $350

{ 409 } Stretching Machine
The Precor StretchTrainer makes stretching simple. Engineered for efficiency, this machine is lightweight with a small footprint, so it will fit in any room in your house. Prepare your body for a more vigorous workout, and help prevent injury during and after exercise. Let this machine stretch your tight and aching muscles safely and effectively! Donor(s): Charles and Julie Zelle Value: $650

{ 410 } WCCO Sports Huddle with Sid and Dave
Are you a Sunday morning quarterback? Then you’ll love spending two and a half hours in the WCCO radio studio with Sid Hartman and Dave Mona as they broadcast the Sports Huddle, the region’s top-rated sports talk show for over 25 years! [Must be on a Sunday and a mutually agreed upon date.] Donor(s): Dave Mona Value: Priceless

{ 411 } 2008 LPGA Package
The 2008 U.S. Women’s Open will be hosted at the historic Interlachen Country Club in Edina, Minnesota from June 23-29, 2008. The greatest women golfers in the world including Annika Sorenstam, Lorena Ochoa, Paula Creamer, and defending champion Cristie Kerr will be in Minnesota to take part in the National Championship. The 2008 U.S. Women’s Open is proud to offer a package which includes two weeklong grounds passes with access to the Patty Berg Pavillion, two championship logo hats, and two lanyards. This event is expected to sell out! Donor(s): 2008 U.S. Women’s Open Value: $550

{ 412 } Vikings Jersey and Photo Signed by Kevin Williams
Go Vikes! Show your purple pride by wearing this Viking’s jersey autographed by Kevin Williams and displaying an incredible autographed photo of this Pro-Bowl defensive tackle. Donor(s): Minnesota Vikings Value: $100

{ 413 } Golf for Two at Woodhill Country Club
Play 18 holes of golf at the beautiful Woodhill Country Club located in the western suburbs of the Twin Cities with your host, David Fox. The course, a traditional Donald Ross design completed in 1917, was host to the Trans-Mississippi Tournament which Jack Nicklaus won in 1957. Finish off your good walk on the greens with a delicious lunch for three in the commendable clubhouse. [Date to be mutually agreed upon during the 2008 golf season.] Donor(s): David and Margene Fox Value: $450