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A Sip of Italy
Value: $167
Donor: Lisa Wersal, Friend of ComoSavor the style and flavor of southern Italy with a bright glass of Limoncello from your own Italian-inspired mid-century modern Pitman Dreitzer grey smoked glass decanter. This vintage decanter comes with six cordial glasses, perfect for sharing a libation with family and friends. The tray by Trina Turk completes the mid-mod look.
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Take Some of Como Home
Value: Priceless
Donor: Marjorie McNeely ConservatoryTurn your home into a mini-conservatory with this collection of seven showstopping plants grown at Como for the Winter Flower Show. The flowering plants include: veltheimia; dianthus, two different types of violas; ranunculus; and pots of daffodil bulbs and tulip bulbs, to watch “spring” from the soil.
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Seahorse on Glass
Value: $100
Donor: Dawn NarducciBrighten up any room with this geometric seahorse painting created by Dawn Narducci, a member of the Garden Safari Gifts team. Acrylic on mirrored glass, this piece of artwork is bold, fun, and mimics the playfulness of seahorses of the wild.
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Bouquets Committee Wine Package
Value: $360
Donor: Karen Cooley-Kistler and Stephan Kistler, Bonnie Hanson, Annie Huidekoper, Caroline Mehlhop, Arvind Sharma, Barb Shumsker, Jackie Sticha, and Erin and Matt WachThe Bouquets Committee members who bring you this great event have donated their favorite wines! 2021 Bonterra California Chardonnay, 2019 Coria Willamette Valley Pinot Gris, 2018 Cristom Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, 2020 Klinker Brick Winery Zinfandel, 2022 La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, 2021 Portlandia Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2021 Ridge Vineyards Corralitos Pinot Noir, 2017 Rombauer Vineyards Napa Valley Zinfandel, 2023 Sonoma-Cutrer Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, 2021 Stag’s Leap Napa Valley Chardonnay, 2020 Willamette Valley Vineyard Tualatin Hills Sauvignon Blanc.
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Tea Time
Value: $121
Donor: TeaSourceTake comfort in the warmth of tea with this delightful basket from TeaSource, the Twin Cities’ foremost tea importer. Use the 16 oz. porcelain Pluto Teapot with stainless steel infusing basket to enjoy a variety of delectable teas, including TeaSource’s own Northern Lights (4 oz.), Four Seasons (4 oz.), White Lightning (2 oz.), 1 Reverence Puer Cake, Agate Hunter (4 oz.), Red Dawn (4 oz.), and Minnesota Nice (4 oz.).
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Joliet Slammers
Value: $150
Donor: Joliet Slammers Baseball Club and Annie HuidekoperJourney to see the Joliet Slammers at Duly Health and Care Field in Illinois! Modeled after the St. Paul Saints, the game is always eventful and full of surprises! This package includes four Infield Reserved Seats, two quality baseball caps featuring mascot J.L. Bird, a miniature wooden souvenir bat, Slammers baseball, and trading card set. The winner can opt to share their email address with the organizers for a chance to set up a special tour.
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Handmade Cards
Value: $25
Donor: Wendy ArmitageNever forget an occasion again! Send greetings, thanks, and regards to your loved ones with a dozen handmade cards suitable for a variety of occasions. These cards are exquisitely detailed and carefully crafted from the heart.
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1.5 Liter Magnum Earthquake California Cabernet
Value: $60
Donor: BrightWines, Bouquets Participating Wine VendorsShattering the mold with off-the-chart concentrated flavors, our 2021 Earthquake Cabernet is a force to be reckoned with. Deep ruby in hue, this wine opens with bold, layered aromas of dark plum, blackberry, and mocha in the glass. Full bodied, this Cab is filled with intense flavors of boysenberry, espresso, and toasted marshmallow, leading to a trembling, oak-inspired finish.

LAURA SHERAR
Event Manager

Como Friends’ Bouquets benefit includes a silent auction featuring fine wines, rare brews, accessories and tasting experiences donated by the Twin Cities’ best vendors and vintners. To make an in-kind donation to the Bouquets silent auction, contact Laura Sherar, Como Friends’ Event Manager.