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Arts & Crafts                                                                      <TOP>


#200
Name: Treadle Yard Goods Gift Certificate

Description:
Shop an excellent selection of quality natural fiber fabrics, including silks, woolens, linens and imported cottons, plus unique buttons, European pattern lines and knowledgeable personal service

Donor: Treadle Yard Goods
Value: $20.00


#201
Name: Art Start Gift Certificate
Description: Gift Certificate
Donor: Art Start
Value: $20.00


#202

School Years A to Z Scrapbook

Preserve those special memories from pre-kindergarten through the sixth grade, record scholastic achievements, sports and activities, friendships, favorites and more. School Years A to Z 12 x 12 album scrapbook has seven separate chronological sections with a pocket folder for storing projects, programs and report cards. The inside cover is for recording favorite friends, classes and activities. Three post construction allows for expansion with the 2 packets of extra pages.

Donor: Lisa & Dimitri Orts
Donor Value: $35


203

French-Themed Greeting Cards

Need to send a quick note to a friend? Never have a birthday card on hand when you need one? Tired of email? Show your friends your interest in French culture with these handcrafted cards. These ten cards feature French images, words, and monuments in a collage style. Most are blank on the inside so you can add your own sentiments "in English or French" and use them for any occasion.

Donor: Mary Kate Boylan

Donor Value: $35.00


204

Art Instruction for a Child or Adult

Students receive individual instruction and work at their own pace in a noncompetitive environment. Flexible scheduling allows you to work art classes around other activities or vacations you may have planned. Valid for one week of 2008 summer camp or one regular eight week 2008 summer class.

Donor: The Art Academy

Donor Value: $170


205 &206

Friday Night Crop

Get out of the house and do something fun. At this crop, dinner, pop, coffee, and chocolate are included and you  receive 10% off your purchase the night you attend. Call ahead to reserve your space. www.scrapbookshopofstpaul.com  Exp. 12-31-08

Donor: The Scrapbook Shop

Donor Value: $15 each


207 & 208

Creative Memories Natural 12x12 Scrapbook Pages

Need more pages to finish that family heritage or vacation scrapbook album?  These natural scrapbook pages provide a rich, neutral background for all of your favorite photos.  Add 30 more pages with this refill pack.

Donor: Lisa & Dimitri Orts

Donor Value: $17 each

















Beauty Mind and Health                                                 <TOP>


#300
Name: 3-month Membership at JCC
Description: Gift Certificate
Donor: Jewish Community Center
Value: $180.00


#301
Name: 1-hour Massage
Description:
Go ahead, you deserve it!  One hour all about you.  www.langfordchiropractic.com

Donor: Langford Chiropractic
Value: $70.00


#302
Adult French Class
Learn a little French or improve the French you know and keep up with your child(ren)! This is good for one 30-hour adult level French class.  Master the fundamentals of the French language through courses focusing on conversational French with an emphasis on active student participation using videos and communication exercises. Membership and materials are not included. Expires 05/31/09. www.afmsp.org

Donor: Alliance Francaise
Donor Value: $425


#303
Back to Basics Shower Essentials
Back to Basics Fresh Mint Energizing Shampoo, Conditioner and Shower Gel. Energize your senses with a beneficial blend to revitalize hair, mind, and body. Awaken your hair with invigorating cleansers and nourishing botanicals for ultimate daily radiance. Comes with a stylish black tote and striped scarf.

Donor: Heidi Anderson
Donor Value: $40


304

Ficocello's Salon

Exp. 3.4.08  www.ficocellos.com

Donor: Ficocello's Salon

Donor Value:  $32.00


 305

10 Kickboxing classes

Sculpt your body and hone your mind with 10 kickboxing classes. Valid for new participants only. www.karatejunction.com

Donor: Karate Junction Training Center

Donor Value: $95.00


306

Micawber's Gift Certificate

Micawber's Gift Certificate, for the bookworm, prose hound, and the readaholic.  www.micawbers.com  No expiration date.

Donor: Micawber's Books

Donor Value: $25


307

Pamper Your Skin With These Products From Root Salon.

Your skin is going to feel great after using Seaweed Soap with Exfoliating Cleansing Particles, Shine Control Purifying Mask and Anti-blemish Target Gel

Donor: Root Salon

Donor Value: $66.00


308

The Fun Sister's Fashion Accessories

It's all about accessorizing. Add to your sense of style with this handbag, scarf and sunglasses from The Fun Sisters.

Donor: The Fun Sisters

Donor Value: $50


309

10 Session Pilates punch card

Sculpt your body and hone your mind with 10 Pilates sessions. Valid for new participants only. www.karatejunction.com

Donor: Karate Junction Training Center

Donor Value: $100


310

Reproductive Acupuncture Diagnosis and Treatment

Dr. Laura Mudrak, L.Ac., D.C. and LNFI parent, uses acupuncture as an effective practice that holistically unlocks your potential for health, well-being and reproduction.  Landmark studies of current research have examined the mechanisms by which acupuncture: influences reproductive hormones; regulates the menstrual cycle; stimulates ovulation; increases blood flow to the uterus; positively affects the hypothalamic-pituitary axis; and promotes pregnancy in women who have been struggling with infertility.  The National Institute of Health (NIH) and World Health Organization (WHO) recognize the effectiveness of acupuncture in the treatment of many gynelogical conditions including menstrual irregularity, endometriosis, pre-menstrual syndrome, menopause and infertility.

Donor: Reproductive Acupuncture Ctr

Donor Value: $140


311

Pampering Spa Gift Set for Her & Luxurious Shaving Set for Him

Treat you body to pampering and luxurious products that will revive your spirit and give you skin a beautiful healthy glow. Her pampering gift set included Rosemary Mint foot soak fizzies, foot mask, lotion and pumice/brush, and Embrace Romance sugar scrub, lotion and fragrant mist. His luxurious shaving set includes Velocity shave cream, after shave balm, deodorant body spray, and cologne. 

Donor: Peggy Johnson

Donor Value: $55


312

Aveda Color Products

Fresh look from Aveda includes Willow color eye shadow, Tesserae face accent, Moss eye definer, Pink Nectar SPF 15 lip color, and a Sumac cheek color.

Donor: Debi Dupre

Donor Value: $60


313

Aveda Color Products

Update your color palate for Summer with a ''Plum Touch'' bronzer, creamy cheek stick, an SPF 15 lip color, and two Petal Essence eye colors: Sunset and Chocolate Flower.

Donor: Debi Dupre

Donor Value: $70


314

Hair Cut & Products

Gift Certificate for one hair cut by French Immersion mom Kati Hackett at the beautiful Hair i Go Salon in St. Paul, Hydrating Shampoo, Conditioner & Aero Body Infusion by Tri Professional Haircare. Shampoo & Conditioner are specially formulated for chemically treated hair with moisturizers and nutrients to strengthen and add amazing shine. Body Infusion spray adds instant volume without the ''products'' feel.

Donor: Kati Hackett

Donor Value: $70

Clothing, Gifts & Jewelry                                                   <TOP>


#401
French Writer's Basket
Sit down and get cozy with French hot cocoa and tea in 4 French themed mugs, place them on a hand knitted coaster, put a homemade Madeline cookie in your mouth and write a special message on a beautiful French photo card.  Think of France and indulge!

Donor: Five Fourth Grade Moms
Donor Value: $40


#402
A Year of Gratitude--One Year's worth of Fabulous Photo Cards
Back by popular demand.  This is a carefully assembled basket of handmade Photo Cards by Mary Jo Hoffman.  There is one card for each week of the year. Chosen to be seasonally appropriate.  Each card is blank inside.  The basket comes with a challenge to send one personal note of gratitude each week for one year.  You will be surprised by the responses you receive in return.

Donor: Mary Jo Hoffman
Donor Value: $100




#403
Hooded Sweatshirt
Large, adult black hooded Puma sweatshirt

Donor: Soccer Express
Donor Value: $40


#404
Bibelot Gift Card
Shop for delightful presents, unexpected treasures, and beautifully crafted clothes. Save it for an upcoming birthday or treat yourself.
Donor: The Bibelot
Donor Value: $25


#405,406,407,408,409,410,411,412
Create Your Own Skin.
For your computer or phone, that is. Choose from thousands of designs for thousands of devices, including professional sports leagues, entertainment, colleges, fashion, exclusive art and more to express your personality and personalize your phone, PDAs, iPods, notebook computers, gaming consoles and other devices.  If you can't find the design that fits you, you can create a custom design.  Skinit Skins will also hep protect your device from occasional nicks and scratches from every day use.

Donor: 3M Commercial Graphics
Donor Value: 4 small - $14.95 each
4 large - $29.95 each


413

Paper Patisserie Gift Certificate

If you ever wished you had vellum calling cards to leave on the silver tray in the foyer, this is the place to have some made. The Selby Ave store also has a fine selection of gifts, pens,  paper, handmade photo albums and beautiful stitched journals.  No GC exp. Date

Donor: Paper Patisserie

Donor Value: $25.00


414

Patina Gift Card

Any girl would be thrilled with an artsy, cool, individual gift from Patina.

Donor: Denise and Federico Ajpop

Donor Value: $25


420

Hand-made Gift Cards

Donor: Karyn Gaffaney

Donor Value: $40


421

Willow Tree "Angel of the Heart" Ornament by Demaco

Show someone how much you care for them with this collectible sculptured figurine by Susan Lordi.

Donor: Lisa & Dimitri Orts

Donor Value: $8


422

2GB Apple iPod Shuffle

Apple's 2GB iPod Shuffle

Donor: Michelle Greenfield & John Deering

Donor Value: $70


423

Get Your Francophile Self Organized!

Get organized and get it done! This French organizer and reusable shopping bag (Le courses au pas de course!) will help you stay organized for the week and get that shopping finished fast. A baguette, some French sea salt and herbs de Provence will give you a jump start on dinner while the dark chocolate can be your private reward for a job well done.

Donor:  Mary Kate Boylan & Rick Verner

Donor Value: $19


424

French Music Mix CD

"En Francais" music mix CD for 2008.  All songs are in French and are more dinner party music than dance music.  Winning bidder can e-mail donor after auction for the iTunes receipt.

Donor: Stephanie Olson

Donor Value: $20


415 - 419

Hot/Cold Therapy Pillow

Corn-stuffed, hand-made pillow created by LNFI 5th grader, Julia Lagos, can be popped in the microwave to warm you feet on a cold, winter's night, or kept in the freezer to cool your neck on a sultry summer evening. Pillows sold individually.

Donor:  Julia Lagos, LNFI 5th grader

Donor Value: $10 each





Food & Spirits                                                                   <TOP>


#500, 501
Name: Bacchus Minnesota Wine Society Membership

Description:
Refine your palate and expand your wine knowledge with a membership that includes wine tastings, case discounts, special offers, newsletters and more.  www.haskells.com

Donor: Haskell’s
Value: $30 each


#502, 503, 504
Name: Ice Cream Treat for 4
Description:
Head on over to Izzy's, "home of the Izzy Scoop", and treat the family to a waffle cone.  Gift certificate for 4 single waffle cones.  Exp. May 2009

Donor: Izzy’s Ice Cream Cafe
Value: $20 each


505 506
Coffee
Have a coffee or two on us! Gift card expires 11/03/2008
Donor: Ginkgo Coffee House
Donor Value: $5 each


507
Gift Certificate to Khyber Pass Café
Enjoy authentic food from Afghanistan at Khyber Pass Café.
Donor: Khyber Pass Café
Donor Value: $20.00


508
Kowalski's Gift Certificate
Donor: Kowalski's
Donor Value: $25.00


509
Two Pounds of Starbucks Coffee

Start you day with a Latin American Breakfast Blend and perk up during the day with Guatemala Antigua from Starbucks. 
Donor: Starbucks Coffee
Donor Value: $20.60


510
Gift Certificate to The Barbary Fig Restaurant
Donor: Barbary Fig
Donor Value: $20.00


508 & 509
Two $40 gift certificates to Timberlodge steakhouse

Donor:  Nancy and Dan Zigmund
Donor Value: $40 each


511
In-home chef service: Four-course dinner for two!

Chef Margaret will come to your home and prepare a delectable, custom four-course meal for two. Dinner includes an appetizer, soup or salad, entree and side dish and a fabulous dessert. Sit back, relax and feel pampered with your dinner is served to you in style!

Donor: Chef Margaret and Lisa & Bruce Hannum
Donor Value: $285


512
Refreshing Orangina

Enjoy a splash of this classic French drink, included here, in these six juice-size Orangina glasses. These can be found only at this auction or, perhaps, at a flea market in Paris where they were before here. Imported just for this event.

Donor: Mary Kate Boylan & Rick Verner
Donor Value: $40


513
A Piece of Cake Gift Card

No cookie-cutter baked goods here; just artisan treats made of the freshest ingredients using traditional family recipes.

Donor: A Piece of Cake
Donor Value: $20


514
Rendezvous with Friends

This certificate is good for one bottle of wine of your choice from Black Dog Café's current list and a large cheese plate, featuring their artisan cheeses. The Black Dog Café is located in Lowertown. Expires 12/31/08.  www.blackdogstpaul.com

Donor: Black Dog Coffee & Wine Bar
Donor Value: $50


515
Fabulous Fern's Gift Certificate

 Donor: Fabulous Ferns Bar & Grill
Donor Value: $25.00


516
Mississippi Market Gift Certificate
Stock up on fresh, locally grown organic produce, delicious deli items and a wide array of natural health and body care products including vitamins, supplements and homeopathic and herbal remedies. Two St. Paul locations.

Donor: Mississippi Market
Donor Value: $25


517
Coffee for a Year

Take home a 1/2 lbs of coffee beans and then stop back each month at local St. Paul coffee shop, Nina's, for a 1/2 lbs. bag for one year.

Donor: Nina's Coffee Cafe
Donor Value: $100.00

Home & Garden                                                                    <TOP>


600, 601 & 602
Clean your car!

Three Full Service Car Washes, inside and out. Great for those parents who feed their hungry kids in the car.

Donor: Downtowner Car Wash & Detail Center
Donor Value: $35.85 each


603
Savon de Marseille

Treat yourself or your guests to the sent of lavender with soap from Marseille, France. Soap and ceramic dish may just be the perfect accent your bathroom needs.

Donor: Lisa Orts
Donor Value: $15


604
A Johnson & Sons Gift Certificate

Give an unexpected bouquet to a loved one, or just treat yourself to fresh flowers on a rainy day.

Donor: A. Johnson & Sons Florist
Donor Value: $25


605

Gift for the Nature enthusiast

Wind chime, Suncatcher, and ornament

Donor: Wild Birds Unlimited

Donor Value: $28.00


606

Green Spring Cleaning

Be "green" while you clean!  A tote of Melaleuca Cleaning supplies for the whole house. Clean and disinfect your home with environmentally friendly products that are safe for your family.

Donor: Susan Kocher

Donor Value: $50


617

Felted Folk Art

Handcrafted by the grandmother of a LNFI student, this felted circular mat would look splendid as a center piece or a decorative wall hanging.

Donor: Darlene Kuta

Donor Value: $50


618

One Honeycrisp apple tree planted in your yard

I will plant a bareroot Honeycrisp apple tree in your yard, providing the tree, supplemental soil amendments, as needed, and labor. You provide water, and wait for your first crop . . . three years from now! This is truly an investment in a tasty future. Honeycrisps were developed in Minnesota, and are perfectly suited for this climate.

Donor: Barb Deming

Donor Value: $75


619

Framed print

An island campsite at sunset, framed in a beautiful oak tone wooden frame.

Donor: Cara Debes

Donor Value: $150


620

Set of French Days of the Week Dish Towels

Lundi, mardi, mercredi - you get the idea. A set of seven dish towels stylishly embellished with machine embroidered days of the week.

Donor: Barb Fabel (Julia & Eric Lagos' grandma)

Donor Value:$35


621

Gorgeous Fresh Flowers!!

Low, lush mix of seasonal fresh flowers perfect for your dining room or bedside table.  Yummy! 

Donor: FLORA STUDIO

Donor Value: $75


622

Give Your Home the Scent of Baked Apple Pie

Light this candle from Home Interiors and your home will soon be filled with the delicious aroma of apple and cinnamon

Donor: Heidi Anderson

Donor Value: $8


623

Toro Super 12-AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum

Don't want to rake leaves this fall?  No problem.  With this Toro leaf blower, you'll get the job done quickly and be the envy of the neighborhood.

Donor: John Spinarski's employer, Toro

Donor Value: $65


624

Mikasa Diamond Frame

Showcase a picture of someone special in your life in this beautiful Mikasa lead crystal frame.

Donor: Lisa & Dimitri Orts

Donor Value: $25


625

Grand Café Grill Roasting Rack

This heavy duty Roasting Rack allows you to slow-cook larger cuts of roast, ham or turkey to perfection.  Made of chrome with raised handles for easy lifting.

Donor: Lisa & Dimitri Orts

Donor Value: $20


626 & 627

3M Product Basket for Your Home Office

Donor: Lisa & Dimitri Orts

Donor Value: TBD

Kid Stuff                                                                            <TOP>


#700
Name: 3 Just Jump! Club passes

Description:
We could talk about large motor skills, fun with friends, aerobic activity, but let's face it, this indoor inflatable party center is all about wearing those kids out.  Three passed good for three tired kids and one happy family.  www.clubjustjump.com

Donor: Just Jump!
Value: $20.00


#701
Name: Wooddale Recreation Fun Zone Passes
Description: 4 passes to skate/play zone
Donor: Wooddale Fun Zone
Value: $24.00


702
One-Day Class at the Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and Dakota Life
Immerse you young one in a historical adventure that she or he will never forget.  Let them spend a day in a one room school house.  One admission for a child's 2008 summer class.  Exp. Aug. 8, 2008. www.rchs.com

Donor: Gibbs Museum- second donation
Donor Value: $30.00


703
Kids Hair Haircut
Is there a kid under all that hair? Find out. Gift Certificate for 1 Kids’ Hair cut at your convenience.

Donor: Kids' Hair
Donor Value: $15.50


704
Magnetic Mighty Mind Set and Gift Certificate from Peapods
Keep kids busy for hours building and solving puzzles with Magnetic Mighty Mind. Ideal for Travel. Recipient of the Parent's Choice Award. Take the $5 gift certificate back to Peapods for find more great natural toys.www.peapods.com

Donor: Peapods
Donor Value: $25.00


705
Fashion for your Kid
Your child will look stylin' in this brown and blue striped Wes & Willy Rugby shirt from SIJI Kids clothing boutique.  Size small (8-9 yr old)

Donor: SIJI Kids
Donor Value: $38.00


706
Capture your cutie
SIJI Studios will capture your cutie's personality as it naturally expresses itself in a relaxed studio setting.  www.sijistudios.com  Exp. 5-3-08

Donor: SIJI Studios
Donor Value: $50.00


707
French BINGO game

A fun and easy way to learn and say French words - perfect for family game night.

Donor:  Gerard & Jane Lagos
Donor Value: $15


708
Recorder & Music Book

A delightful musical duo, with an easy-to-learn Yamaha Soprano recorder for you to practice in your spare time; accompanying music book guides you through your harmonious journey.

Donor: Cadenza Music
Donor Value: $25


709
Puzzling Over the 50 States

Kids will have fun learning the 50 states and their capital with this fun, jumbo piece floor puzzle. Measures 2' x 3'

Donor: Lisa & Dimitri Orts
Donor Value: $12


710
Dig-A-Dino Skeleton Stegosaurus

Dig and excavate the skeleton of a Stegosaurus. This kit includes a plaster block and a specially designed digging too to help excavate the skeleton. Assemble the skeleton to form a Stegosaurus model (17 cm long)! Pose it and display it. It's so cool! Provides hours of fun for your young paleontologist!

Donor: Lisa & Dimitri Orts
Donor Value: $12


711

Family Fun at Grand Rios Indoor Water Park

Exp. 03.25.09  www.grandrios.com

Donor: Grand Rios Hotel and Indoor Water Park

Donor Value:  $67.80


712

Box of Marbles and Rules

Many nib marbles and shooters.

Donor:Essence of Nonsense

Donor Value: $10.00


713

The entire family will enjoy at performance at Stepping Stone Theatre

Redeem these 2 vouchers for 2 tickets each and take the family to a perfomrace at the chilren's theatre, SteppingStone, at it's new location in the renovated 100-year old church in St. Paul on Victo