You know ’em, you love ‘ em, you’ve seen them in 1000 memes. Hand-knit by MPO violinist Rebecca Eilers, now you can own your very own pair of the infamous inauguration mittens worn by everyone’s favorite Vermont senator (apologies to Senator Leahy). Adult size large, hand-wash only.
Auction Items
Hand-delivery available in the Twin Cities Metro. Delivery outside the Twin Cities may incur additional costs.
$50 gift card to Broders’ Latest Bid: $55.00
Broders Pasta Bar, located in southwest Minneapolis is an Italian restaurant focused on fresh, homemade pasta, offering cooked-to-order pasta & risotto with Italian wines & daily specials. Gift cards can be used at Broders’ Pasta Bar, Terzo Wine Bar, or Broders’ Cucina Italiana
Aveda relief package Latest Bid: $35.00
Because who couldn’t use a little relief these days? Contains Aveda hand relief lotion, foot relief moisturizing creme, and stress-fix body creme. 4.2 fl oz (actual product larger than travel size pictured)
Bibliophile’s Basket Latest Bid: $50.00
A collection of gifts for the book-lover in your life! Includes Pop Chart Labs “100 Essential Novels” scratch-off poster, Black Swallow Studio’s homophone pencils, book-themed face mask, book mark, and a $25 gift certificate to Subtext Books in St. Paul. Description of poster: “This scratch-off chart represents 100 essential novels with an evocative, hand-drawn cover […]
Brunch, delivered to your door Latest Bid: $100.00
You are bidding on a deliverable full brunch for up to 10 from violinist/violist Jon Poupore. Included is a delicious egg strata, a tray of caramel Rolls, fruit platter, and coffee from Duluth Coffee (roasted in Jon’s hometown where his mother was a caterer for 25 years.)
Cabin rental in Wisconsin Latest Bid: $900.00
Stay 3 days, 2 nights in this northwestern Wisconsin cabin located on a small quiet lake within an easy drive from the Twin Cities. Amenities include a paddle boat, canoe and two kayaks available for use; gourmet kitchen; fireplace; large deck with charcoal grill; hot tub, sauna, and more! Sleeps 11 (5 in loft, 2, […]
Cable knit button-up cowl Latest Bid: $30.00
Stay warm this winter! Hand knit button-up cowl with cables made from black acrylic yarn. Machine wash and lie flat to dry.
Crocheted knit helmet hat Latest Bid: $35.00
For when you want your noggin protected, but also cozy. Hand-knit by MPO violinst Rebecca Eiler. Adult-sized, machine-washable.
Gift certificate for 2 haircuts with Mary at Shoppe 5101, Edina Latest Bid: $30.00
Shoppe 5101 Salon & Spa is a full-service salon located in Edina, MN. With over 25 years of experience providing professional hair care service, co-owners Brenda Wodnick and Mary Kriva bring a foundation of consistent vision, love of hair care, and fair leadership to guide the interactions that translate into an extraordinary service experience for […]
Hagar the Horrible limited edition print, signed by Chris Browne Latest Bid: $75.00
Limited-edition (147/450) Hagar the Horrible print, signed by Chris Browne.Originally created by cartoonist Dik Browne, Hagar the Horrible first appeared in February 1973, and was an immediate success. Since Browne’s retirement in 1988 (and subsequent death), his son Chris Browne has continued the strip. This print is matted and framed, but without glass.
Hand-crafted Beech wood bench Latest Bid: $175.00
Small personal bench hand-crafted of beech hardwood, measuring 25″ long x 11″ width/depth and 19″ high.
Hand-crafted hardwood table Latest Bid: $230.00
Beautiful hardwood table made of maple and walnut, handcrafted by violinist Evan Page. It measures 48″ in length, 17.5″ in width/depth, and is 16″ high.
Hand-crafted heritage Christmas stocking, #1 Latest Bid: $60.00
Start a new family tradition and memories that will last with your own personalized stockings! This stocking is 18″ long at its tallest point and the opening at the top is 10″ across. It is entirely hand stitched with a unique design that any child or adult will love. It is carefully made to ensure […]
Hand-crafted heritage Christmas stocking, #2 (Pet) Latest Bid: $50.00
Everyone deserves a beautiful stocking, including your pet! This stocking is 13″ long at its tallest point and the opening at the top is 7″ across. It is entirely hand stitched and carefully made to ensure that it will last for years to come. Choose either the Cat or Dog design; colors can be customized […]
Hand-crafted Padauk wood bench Latest Bid: $200.00
With its unique red tones, this beautiful hand-crafted padauk bench is a beautiful addition to any home. It measures 25″ long x 12″ width/depth and is 19″ high.
Hand-knit stripey socks Latest Bid: $60.00
Stripey socks – adult medium. Hand knit socks in superwash wool-blend yarn – teal with white, yellow, green, blue, and pink stripes. Ideal for women’s 8-9 shoe size. Machine wash and dry.
Homemade enchiladas, delivered to your door Latest Bid: $70.00
One pan of homemade enchiladas (about 1 dozen), delivered ready to warm and serve. Final details will be coordinated with Isabel Arenivar.
Irish Brown Bread experience Latest Bid: $70.00
Learn how to make Irish brown bread from MPO horn player Teresa Manzella! Teresa’s bread has won awards at the Minnesota Irish Fair and the Ramsey County Fair. This 90-minute demo includes ingredients, recipe, and fresh bread to take home!
Local Brews Basket Latest Bid: $85.00
A sampling of beer and other goodies from metro-area craft breweries. Fair State Brewing Cooperative: tulip glass, crowler; Modist Brewing: T-shirt (L), beanie hat, pint glass, gift card ($25), koozies, and assorted small goodies; Spiral Brewery: three crowlers, two pint glasses, koozie. Thank you to Modist Brewing and Spiral Brewery for their donations!
Moon Palace books and t-shirt Latest Bid: $55.00
Moon Palace Books is an independent bookstore located in south Minneapolis, selling new and used books since 2012. This Moon Palace gift package contains copies of the best-selling books Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants andNYT’s Notable Book of 2020: Owls of the Eastern Ice: A Quest to Find and […]
Pack of 7 Cotton Masks – adult large size Latest Bid: $40.00
Pack of 7 Cotton Masks – adult large size. Seven two-layer cotton masks with filter pockets, nose wires, and channels for elastic or ties. Includes elastic for all 7, ties for 5, 16 polypropylene filters, and the pattern for filters. Machine wash and dry.
Pack of 7 Cotton Masks – adult small size Latest Bid: $35.00
Pack of 7 Cotton Masks – adult small size. Seven two-layer cotton masks with filter pockets, nose wires, and channels for elastic or ties. Includes elastic for all 7, ties for 5, 16 polypropylene filters, and the pattern for filters. Machine wash and dry.
Park Tavern $25 gift card (1 of 4) Latest Bid: $20.00
Locally owned and operated, Park Tavern offers a place where you can eat, drink, bowl, and party in the Twin Cities. Apply towards eat in or take out options; please note gift card is unable to be used in online orders at this time.
Park Tavern $25 gift card (2 of 4) Latest Bid: $22.00
Locally owned and operated, Park Tavern offers a place where you can eat, drink, bowl, and party in the Twin Cities. Apply towards eat in or take out options; please note gift card is unable to be used in online orders at this time.
Park Tavern $25 gift card (3 of 4) Latest Bid: $22.00
Locally owned and operated, Park Tavern offers a place where you can eat, drink, bowl, and party in the Twin Cities. Apply towards eat in or take out options; please note gift card is unable to be used in online orders at this time.
Park Tavern $25 gift card (4 of 4) Latest Bid: $25.00
Locally owned and operated, Park Tavern offers a place where you can eat, drink, bowl, and party in the Twin Cities. Apply towards eat in or take out options; please note gift card is unable to be used in online orders at this time.
Penzey’s Spices Sampler Latest Bid: $85.00
Two mini gift boxes (8 1/4-cup jars total) with a variety of spices and spice mixes, plus a gift card ($50) to stock up your pantry!
Reversible cup cozy – “M” Latest Bid: $10.00
Help reduce waste by using a cup cozy. Works on most of the cups used for coffee and soft drinks. Simply fasten with the hook and loop and keep your fingers from getting hot or cold with your drink. When you are done, remove cozy and store in a pocket or purse for the next […]
Reversible cup cozy – “P” Latest Bid: $10.00
Help reduce waste by using a cup cozy. Works on most of the cups used for coffee and soft drinks. Simply fasten with the hook and loop and keep your fingers from getting hot or cold with your drink. When you are done, remove cozy and store in a pocket or purse for the next […]
Reversible cup cozy – “O” Latest Bid: $10.00
Help reduce waste by using a cup cozy. Works on most of the cups used for coffee and soft drinks. Simply fasten with the hook and loop and keep your fingers from getting hot or cold with your drink. When you are done, remove cozy and store in a pocket or purse for the next […]
Sequined bird ornaments, set of 4 Latest Bid: $40.00
Handmade ornaments made of felt, feathers, and sequins. Birds approx. 5″ each plus tail.
Tea Time Gift Basket Latest Bid: $70.00
Everything you need for a nice cup of tea, at home or on the go! Basket includes a ceramic infuser thermos; metal infuser basket; a “perfect tea scoop” measuring spoon; an assortment of teas from Tea Source; a gift card ($25) to Tea Source to get more of your favorites!
Two lift tickets to Hyland Hills Ski Area (Bloomington, MN) Latest Bid: $30.00
Located within Hyland Lake Park Reserve in Bloomington, Hyland Hills is the place for downhill skiing and snowboarding in the Twin Cities metro area. The terrain park is full of progressive and innovative features and we are known for some of the best snowmaking and grooming in the Midwest. Equipment rental is available but may […]
Two tickets to the Crayola Experience Latest Bid: $20.00
2 tickets to the Crayola Experience at the Mall of America, valid until Jan. 2022. Please visit crayolaexperience.com for information, directions, hours & helpful hints.
West Side Brewery Beer Package Latest Bid: $70.00
Eight Crowlers (750 ml each!) from four local breweries on the west side of the Twin Cities: Enki Brewing (Victoria) Hootenanny Hefe Weiss Warming Hut Brown Ale Birch’s on the Lake (Long Lake) Dopplebock Kellerbier LTD (Hopkins) Light Ale Cranberry Sour Steel Toe (St. Louis Park) Rainmaker India Red Ale Dissent Dark Ale