2025 Live Auction Preview


Fiji Paradise

7 night ocean front stay at The Beach Villas at Nanuku Resort Fiji for 4 guests


7-night stay for up to 4 people in a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom oceanfront villa at The Beach Villas, a private community.

  • Breakfast for 4 on day of arrival

  • Villa features a private plunge pool and outdoor dining area

  • Privileged access to The Nanuku Resort, one of Fiji's most celebrated boutique hotels

  • Private round-trip ground transfers from Nadi airport; does not include airfare.

  • Winspire booking & concierge service

Travel must be completed in 2025 and must be booked a minimum of 60 days before travel. Blackout dates include week of Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year. Additional blackouts may apply.

Estimated Value: $23,300


CMA Fest 2025 All-Access Experience

Lower level stadium passes (Thursday & Friday) and Fan Fair X with 3-night stay for 2 in Nashville, TN!

Includes:

CMA lower level (100s) stadium pass Thursday, June 5 & Friday, June 6 for two

Fan Fair X on both days

Access to all indoor and outdoor stages featuring 200+ artists

3-night hotel stay in a standard guest room in Downtown Nashville (Wednesday - Saturday)

  • Winspire booking & concierge service.

Estimated Value: $5,175


MN Timberwolves VIP game night experience

Donated by Mayo Clinic, BDS Doors & Start Transportation

Four 100-level tickets to the March 30 Timberwolves vs. Detroit game with a 6pm tip! Includes pregame bench sit for all four guests starting at 4pm and ending around 5:15pm.

  • One autographed Timberwolves item & one additional Timberwolves merch item

  • Transportation to the game via a premium luxury SUV, from Rochester (or surrounding area) to Target Center and back - drinks are allowed during transportation and can be brought by the guests!

Estimated Value: $3,100


MN Wild Suite for Two

Donated by: Country Financial

Two tickets to the MN Wild vs San Jose Sharks game on Wednesday, April 9 at 7pm at the Xcel Energy Center in the Country Financial suite! Suite includes view of the game from upper level, private bathroom, private waitstaff and food!

Suite is #68 on the lower level - ensures an amazing view of the game!

Estimated Value: $1,200


Bitter & Pour Cocktail Party

Donated by Bitter & Pour 

Invite 12 of your friends to a private cocktail tasting hosted by Bitter & Pour. Join mixologist Josh Kral as he guides you through different varieties of cocktails. Hors d'oeuvres will be provided. Tastings available Mondays - Thursdays.

Estimated Value: $1,000


Escape Up North

Donated by: Home Instead Senior Care- John and Sarah Pacchetti 

3 night stay at Grand View Lodge in a Deluxe Roy Lake Cottage!


2 king bedrooms and 1 double queen bedroom plus loft with 2 twin beds.

  • 4 full bathrooms, full kitchen, laundry and gas fireplace.

  • Game room in the lower level with pool table, foosball table and game table.

Resort offers year round fund including 2 indoor swimming pool with water slides, hay rides/sleigh rides, ice skating, ice fishing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, igloos, snow tubing & downhill skiing nearby at Ski Gull, plus fun shopping in Nisswa!

Estimated Value: $1,700


Starry Night- Boys & Girls Club of Rochester

By the Kids

Hand-painted by Boys & Girls Club artists, ages Kindergarten to 3rd grade, this vibrant bench is inspired by Van Gogh’s "Starry Night." Each brushstroke captures the imagination and creativity of young minds, bringing a swirl of color and wonder to life. This special piece reflects the joy, dreams, and artistic talents of the next generation.

Sponsored by Merry Maids

Estimated Value: Priceless


Water Over the Bridge

Created by TJ Jahnke and Andy Bonnes

Smart HR and Pinske Edge

Created by TJ Jahnke and Andy Bonnes, long time chair designers, this piece embraces the beauty of nature with a live-edge wood and resin seat, crafted with minimal cuts to preserve an organic form. The steel base, while strong and sturdy, gives the illusion of impossible balance. The wood was harvested from a tree at Andy’s home, making this chair a true fusion of natural elements and expert craftsmanship.

Estimated Value: Priceless!


Diamond Star of Hope Pendant

Donated by Lasker Jewelers 

Star of Hope 14Kt yellow gold pendant with 4 round natural diamonds totaling 1.20 carats on a 18" flex-wheat chain.

Estimated Value: $4,999

Donated by Lasker Jewelers 


Beep Beep, Have a Seat

Created by Kelly and Bella Brevik

This special creation marks the 2nd annual Brevik Daddy/Daughter Chair Affair build, with 3-year-old Bella proudly assisting—handing tools and pressing the button for the first lighting of the headlights! Crafted from rough-sawn oak and authentic 1950s Ford truck parts—including a bumper, running boards, and headlights—this chair is a stunning fusion of history and craftsmanship.

Sourcing the perfect materials was no small task—requiring travel across four towns in SE Minnesota to find parts that fit together seamlessly. The result? A modern yet timeless classic, built with heart and heritage.

Sponsored by Altra Federal Credit Union

Estimated Value: Priceless!


Barn Fire Bench

Created by Eric Pohl

Crafter by Wounded WoodCraft, this one-of-a-kind bench tells a story of resilience and renewal. Made from 100+ year-old Minnesota barn wood, retired fire hoses from a rural fire department, and repurposed fire extinguishers, this piece honors the past while embracing a new future. Finished with a satin polycrylic coat to enhance its natural beauty and durability, this bench is ready for its next chapter, serving as a stunning and functional piece..

Estimated Value: Priceless!


Mobile Pizza Party For Up to 50 People

Donated by: Fire Brick Wood-Fired Pizza Truck

Fire Brick Wood Fired Pizza will bring their pizza oven on a trailer to a location of your choosing and provide pizza for up to 50 people! Perfect for birthday parties, family reunions, anniversary parties or any other occasion you'd like to serve delicious wood-fired pizza!

Must be used on a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday night in August, September or October. Subject to availability. Must be held within 50 miles of Zumbrota. Additional accomodations can be made after auction, for an additional fee.

Estimated Value: $1,200


Stay & Dine at the Hilton Governors Suite

Donated by: Hilton Rochester, Benedict's & Pittsburgh Blue 

Enjoy a one-night stay in the Governors Suite at Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area. Included in the package is a $100 gift card for Pittsburgh Blue and $100 gift card + merchandise from Benedicts. Enjoy both dinner and breakfast during your stay!

Estimated Value: $4,500


CBS Studios Director's Chair

Donated by CBS Studios & Tammy Wesby

Autographed by Emmy & Academy Award winner Kathy Bates


Emmy & academy award winner Kathy Bates stars as Madeline Matlock, a brilliant lawyer who uses her unassuming demeanor to win cases.

Estimated Value: Priceless