Events

Bouquets

Join us for Bouquets, an after-hours benefit for Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, in support of the plants, animals, and free access you love at Como!

  • 210 Sculpted Bouquet Earrings
    Value: $145
    Donor: Friend of Como

    A Parian porcelain vase from the Metropolitan Museum of Art served as the inspiration behind this statement-making earring set reminiscent of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory’s flower collection. A marble-like material made popular during the 19th century, cascading lacquered Parian porcelain flowers and a ceramic glaze are elevated with cultured freshwater pearls.

  • 224 The Cocktail Hour in the Cocktail Parlor
    Value: $91
    Donor: Boreal

    Raise a glass to Como Park Zoo & Conservatory any time with this elegant set of coupe glasses, with a shape that highlights the aromatic spirits of everything from Manhattans to martinis. Then read all about women’s contributions to cocktail culture—and mix up the drinks they loved—in the award-winning The Cocktail Parlor by sociologist Nicola Nice.

  • 108 Painted Ostrich Egg Sea Turtles
    Value: Priceless
    Donor: Dawn Narducci

    Celebrating Como Zoo’s late, great Pickles, the ostrich who passed away this month, this painted ostrich egg is one of her final contributions to Como’s art collection. Made in partnership with Dawn Narducci, a member of the Como Friends Gift Shop team, this painted egg is a great memento for an animal ambassador admired by all her keepers. “The barn doesn’t feel or sound the same without her,” says Senior Keeper Jill Erzar. “I’ll miss her crazy hairdo, the way she smelled, and the way she looked like she was always up to no good.”

  • 230 All the Ritual, None of the Alcohol
    Value: $155
    Donor: Susannah Baudhuin

    For the mocktail enthusiast, bring the art of craft beverages to your table—no spirits required. This thoughtfully assembled set features blue and green glassware, Clean Co. whiskey and tequila, Clever Mojitos, peanuts, coasters, napkins, and a book about entertaining in style, all in a fresh blue and green palette.

  • 206 Ruam Mit Package
    Value: $150
    Donor: Ruam Mit Thai + Lao Cuisine

    Perk up your palate and experience authentic Thai and Lao flavors from Ruam Mit with this gift basket from the family-owned establishment. Use the $100 gift card to sample the amazing selection of authentic cuisine at their location in the heart of downtown Saint Paul. Enjoy the robust yet balanced flavors of the Laotian tea and coffee included in this package.

  • 200 Tiger on Car Photo
    Value: $40
    Donor: Susannah Baudhuin

    Hey, Tiger! Rev up your favorite room with this wild framed photo featuring a Siberian tiger sunning himself on the trunk of a classic car in the retro city of Palm Springs.

  • Midnight Tryst Hibiscus Lego Set
    Value: $70
    Donor: Susannah Baudhuin

    Take home a keepsake inspired by the Bouquets logo—the stunning Midnight Tryst Hibiscus 660-piece LEGO® set. Enjoy building this elegant design at home and proudly displaying it once complete!

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Caroline Mehlhop

Director of Institutional Partnerships and Events

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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 Caroline Mehlhop, Como Friends’ Director of Institutional Partnerships and Events.

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