EVENING FOR KIDS' SAKE

EVENING FOR KIDS' SAKE- 2020 -

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EVENING FOR KIDS' SAKESaturday, March 14, 2020Torey's Restaurant & BarOwatonna, MinnesotaEVENING SCHEDULE5:00 ₚₘ - Doors open & social hour Silent auction begins Live auction preview6:30 ₚₘ - Silent auction closes6:45 ₚₘ - Dinner & program Recognition of the 2020 Bigs of the Year7:30 ₚₘ - Live auction Andy Imholte, Fladeboe AuctionsYou will receive a message when checkout is open. At this time,you will review your purchases and confirm payment.Live Auction Sponsor:

2020 BIGS OF THE YEARBIG SISTER OF THE YEARState & Local LevelJanet Lundstrommatched with Nena since 2010

2020 BIGS OF THE YEARBIG BROTHER OF THE YEARKevin Raneymatched with Avary since 2014

LIVE AUCTIONPITBOSSThis is truly farm to table. Grill like a boss with this 1100 ProSeries Pellet Grill and Smoker by Pit Boss. You will also receivea ¼ of the best beef around from a fifth-generation local familyfarm, Stransky Farms. Get your grill on!Package includes: New 1100 Pro Series Pellet Grill and Smoker ¼ beef from Stransky Farms Wood pelletsDonated by:The Big Brothers Big Sisters Board of Directors and StranskyFarms

DISNEY'SFROZENDon’t let this one go! Critics are calling Frozen “a can’t missBroadway event”. Frozen is an unforgettable, magicaladventure which Newsday calls “a serious megahit withamazing special effects, eye-popping costumes, and incredibleperformances." This performance is recommended for ages 6and older. Enjoy 4 tickets to the Saturday, May 16th, 2:00 pmperformance. Prior to the show, the little princes andprincesses attending will receive a Disney makeover.Package includes: 4 tickets to Frozen at the Orpheum Theater on Saturday,May 16th, 2020 at 2:00 pm Disney makeovers for the little princes and princessesDonated by:Chris & Beth Wall, Jeff & Mary Loveless, and Emily Franks

BREWS, BEATS,& BBQLearn from the best local brewers. Spend a day with bothSeven Sins Brewing and FOHR Guys Brewing learning thecraft. When the beer is ready, gather with friends for abackyard bash, complete with Bashers' famous BBQ ribs for50, and desserts from Betty Quiring. Also, enjoy live music bythe Mark Cameron Band.Package includes: A day of brewing with Seven Sins Brewing and FOHR GuysBrewing Company Brewed beer Bashers' BBQ ribs for 50 guests Betty Quiring's famous bars for dessert 2 hours of music by the Mark Cameron BandDonated by:Seven Sins Brewing, FOHR Guys Brewing, Bashers, Mark CameronBand, and Richard & Betty Quiring

LAKE OFTHE WOODSYour adventure awaits with this 3 night/2 day sleeper fishhouse package for 4 people. You and your guests will becomfortably transported to a heated fish house with trackvehicles that are equipped with positive floatation and globalpositioning systems. Experienced guides use the LakeMasterMCC GPS chip to position the fish houses on exactly the rightspot. Arnesen’s Rocky Point is located next to a wide variety ofbottom structure, and the winter guides move the fish housesconstantly to keep customers on fish. The fish houses areheated with safe & convenient gas wall units, two holesavailable per person, and live bait. The sleeper fish houseincludes water, propane heat and gas lights, cookstoves withovens, a private toilet area, and beds for 4 people. ValidMonday - Thursday.Package includes: 3 nights/2 days in a fully outfitted sleeper fish house for 4Donated by:Arnesen’s Rocky Point Resort

ARUBANew memories will be made on this beautiful 7 day/7 nightvacation in Aruba for 2. Enjoy your stay at Marriott’s ArubaSurf Club from Saturday, October 17th to Saturday, October24th, 2020. Your ocean view room has a furnished balcony. Theresort features a range of activities, from the pristine whitesandy beach with water sports, to a lazy river and outdoorpool. Unwind in the sauna, play tennis or volleyball, or keep fitin a well-equipped, 24-hour fitness center. Walk on the beachor go sightseeing and shopping in Noord, the tourismepicenter of Aruba. A refreshing, memorable vacationexperience awaits you at this Palm Beach Aruba OceanfrontResort. Also included is 400 toward airfare.Package includes: 7 day/7 night stay for 2 at Marriott's Aruba Surf Club 400 toward airfareDonated by:Tim & Sherry Kluender and the Big Brothers Big Sisters Board ofDirectors

GAMENIGHTEvery night is game night with this purchase. You willenjoy hours of entertainment with the Atomic Blazer 7-footAir Hockey Table, Atomic Gladiator Foosball Table, and AtomicClassic Shuffleboard Table. Your cave, your rules!Package includes: Atomic Blazer 7-foot Air Hockey Table Atomic Gladiator Foosball Table Atomic Classic Shuffleboard TableDonated by:Gopher Sport

BE YOURGUESTBe a guest in your own home. Sit back and relax while ChefJorge entertains you and your guests as he prepares a 5-coursedinner for 8. Four bottles of wine are included.Package includes: An evening with Chef Jorge 5-course dinner for 8 prepared for you in your own home 4 bottles of wineDonated by:Hy-Vee of Owatonna

NAPAVALLEYThis is an insider’s trip to Napa Valley. Enjoy a 3-night stayfor one couple at an exclusive private accommodation that isbeautifully furnished with antiques and original art. Theaccommodations are located on a quiet country road outsideof St. Helena, on the edge of a world-class vineyard. You willreceive 4 exclusive wine tastings: Gabrielle Collection, SilverTrident Wines, Terra Valentine, and St. Helena Winery. Alsoincluded is 500 toward airfare.Package includes: 3-night stay for 2 Exclusive wine tasting at Gabrielle Collection Exclusive wine tasting at Silver Trident Wines Exclusive wine tasting at Terra Valentine Exclusive wine tasting at St. Helena Winery 500 toward airfareDonated by:The Big Brothers Big Sisters Board of Directors, Jeff & ElizabethMalo, and St. Helena Winery

LUXURYMANZANILLOThis isn’t a vacation. This is a luxury experience like no other.Experience 7 days and 7 nights at the beautiful Casa de Sofia.This luxurious home is over 5,000 square feet of living spaceand sleeps up to 8 people. The home features 4 king suiteswith balconies, 4 full and 1 half bathrooms, and an infinitypool with suntanning corner. Casa de Sophia is located in thecharming city of Manzanillo nestled in a private, gatedneighborhood. The safe and beautiful neighborhood has beena travel hotspot for many celebrities due to its private areawith 24-hour security.Package includes: 7 days/7 nights at the Casa de Sofia for up to 8 people Luxury treatment and servicesDonated by:Big Brothers Big Sisters

Package features: 7 days/7 nights at the Casa de Sofia 24-hour security within this gated neighborhood Breathtaking ocean views Lounge chairs for laying by the pool Private cleaning staff Personal chef with a 6-page menu Personal chauffeur service Hangout areas with a bar near the pools Large dining rooms, patios, and living rooms Indoor space with air conditioning Luxury furnishings and decor In-home massages and manicures/pedicures upon request Televisions to enjoy shows & movies Short walking distance to private beach & clubhouse Free Wifi

2020 BIGS OF THE YEARSCHOOL SITE BIG OF THE YEARAddyson Smithmatched with Alice since 2018

2020 BIGS OF THE YEARBIG COUPLE OF THE YEARState & Local LevelLarry & Kate Schroedermatched with Donoven since 2016

VINTAGEESCAPESA wine experience close to home. Vintage Escapes Winerywill host up to 20 people for a private winery experience. Yourparty will include a 3-hour private event at the winery, a winetasting with food pairings, live music, and food.Package includes: 3-hour private access to Vintage Escapes Winery Wine-tasting with food-pairings for up to 20 people Food for up to 20 people Live musicDonated by:Dan and Ashley Reller, Vintage Escapes Winery, Kent & LizKienholz, and Pizzeria 201

WHAT HAPPENSIN VEGAS.stays in Vegas! Enjoy a one week stay at the tropical TahitiVillage Resort and Spa, voted best resort in Las Vegas 2019.This resort offers world class spas and pools with a relaxinglazy river. With something for every member of the family,Tahiti Village is the perfect destination resort for those lookingto escape the mayhem of The Strip, while also staying close tothe excitement of Las Vegas. The one-bedroom suite featuresa private bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the living room. Thesuite sleeps up to 4 people. 300 in airfare included.Package includes: 1 week stay at Tahiti Village Resort and Spa 300 toward airfareDonated by:Brent & Jessica Hawkins and Barry & Lori Butler

ROCKTHE ICEWe have all seen it on the Olympics, and now it is your turn totry. The Owatonna Curling Club will teach you and 15 of yourfriends how to curl with this 90-minute lesson. No need toworry if you don’t have any experience, they will have 4instructors on hand to show you how to soop, sweep, slide,and much more. After your lesson, relax in the newlyrenovated Curling Club warm room with a cooler ofrefreshments compliments of the Owatonna Curling Club anda taco bar for 16 from Plaza Morena.Package includes: 90-minute curling lesson with 4 curling instructors for 16 Private club room use after curling Taco bar for 16 from Plaza Morena RefreshmentsDonated by:Owatonna Curling Club and Plaza Morena Campestre Grill

SUITESHOTView the MN Timberwolves at their very best during the 20202021 season from a fully catered, 12-person suite. Enjoybeverages and appetizers from a world-renowned chefthroughout the game. Game tickets for 12 plus 3 parkingpasses are included.Package includes: MN Timberwolves tickets for 12 Fully-catered 12-person suite at the game 3 parking passesDonated by:Federated Insurance

PHEASANTHUNTGrab some buddies and hit the slough for a ½ day guidedpheasant hunt for 4. Your hunt will include the release of 16pheasants, hunting dogs, and 2 boxes of shotgun shells. A 50gift certificate to Torge’s and a framed limited-edition print byJim Killen are also included.Package includes: Half-day guided pheasant hunt for 4 including hunting dogsand the release of 16 pheasants 2 boxes of shotgun shells 50 gift certificate to Torge's Live Sports Pub & Grill Framed limited-edition print by Jim KillenDonated by:Larry & Kate Schroeder and Jim Killen

FIXERUPPERCalling all HGTV fans and Fixer Upper gurus, this auctionitem is for you. What's the next best thing to having Chip andJoanna Gaines fix up your house? Stay in one of theirs. Stayin The Three Little Pigs House from HGTV Fixer Upper Season3 Episode 12. Discover all the great Fixer Upper partners inWaco with a Fixer Upper tour from Brazos Tours for 4 people.You will see many of the homes, shops (like Harp Design), andhistorical landmarks featured on the show as well as makestops for photo opportunities. Sometimes you even get to goinside one of the homes. You never know what will happen onBrazos Tours! Enjoy 4 days/3 nights in the cozy 4-bedroomFixer Upper house. Built in 1905, this house has beenrenovated by Chip and Joanna and can sleep up to 8 people.The house is 10 minutes from the Silos and other shopping inWaco. You will receive 300 toward airfare.Package includes: 4 days/3 nights at the Three Little Pigs House renovated byChip & Joanna Gaines A 4-person Fixer Upper tour with Brazos Tours 300 toward airfareDonated by:Big Brothers Big Sisters Board of Directors Alumni

SUMMERSPLASHMake a splash this summer with your whole family. Enjoya 2020 Owatonna Country Club Pool Membership with nospending minimum.Package includes: 2020 Owatonna Country Club Pool MembershipDonated by:Owatonna Country Club