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Turning work into play

 

The path to independence begins at the Medcenter One Rehabilitation Center. Medcenter One Pediatric Rehabilitation is a joint effort of physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech/language therapy teams who work in a unique and child-family friendly environment.
The Gilly Art TheraTree helps children by fully incorporating medical tools in a fun, engaging setting. Click here for more information »

 
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2011 live auction items

Elegance in the outdoors
KZ Sportsmen camper live auction item at Savor the Flavor Whether you are an avid camper or just like to relax in the outdoors once in a while yet still want all the amenities of home, this is the camper for your family. This sportsmen classic will let you pick up and go without worrying about anything but enjoying the weekend. It features an air conditioner, refrigerator, microwave, shower and toilet. Plus, it can sleep up to four people. This package is courtesy of Riverwood RV and KZ manufacturing.


Gentle ocean breezes
Ixtapa, Mexico getaway live auction item at Savor the Flavor Imagine overlooking the Pacific Ocean and enjoying the gentle ocean breeze as you sip your morning coffee. That's exactly what you, and up to three more couples, will be doing if you are the winning bidder of an exquisite Ixtapa, Mexico vacation. Enjoy a one-week stay in a luxurious condominium with four bedrooms, each with a private bath, a fully-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, washer/dryer and dining and living rooms. And, you can stay connected, if you'd like, through a wireless internet connection and two TVs. Relax by the pools and enjoy a Corona for only a dollar, or sit in the lounge chairs by a shaded palapa in the private beach area.


Massage your stress away
Triumph chair What could be better than having your own personal massage therapist in your home, ready to soothe your aching muscles? Well, with this Triumph Massage Chair, you can have just that. This massage chair has the 3D Electronic Body Scanning technology which actually maps your unique body, delivering a custom massage right where you need it. Every person's body is unique. Massage Therapists know that, and your chair should know that too. Just imagine coming home from a long day at work and being able to sit down and get a personal massage, tailored especially how you want it. Or coming in after cleaning up your sandbags and being able to lie down and have this chair work away all those knots that you just got. Everyone has stress in their life, massage your stress away with this Triumph Massage Chair. This package is courtesy of America's Mattress in Bismarck.


Rocky Mountain romance
Big Sky Country Enjoy a cozy, one-week escape to a cabin in the heart of the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Only 40 minutes from the breathtaking Yellowstone National Park, this four-bedroom cabin sleeps 12 and includes a hot tub to relax in after a day spent skiing the slopes, hiking, whitewater rafting, fly fishing or riding the trails.


Feel lucky tonight
Prairie Knights Casino Take a break and try your luck. Prairie Knights Casino & Resort is offering two exceptional one-night packages combining fine dining, luxury accommodations and first-rate entertainment.


Design star
Bridget's room With outdoor summer fun behind us, it’s time to come inside and warm up your home with Interior Designer Bridget Gerhardt. With this $650 gift certificate from Bridget’s Room, you could update your home with new window treatments, décor, flooring, leather/upholstered furniture, granite countertops or a professional faux finish.


Journey Room experience
Pirogue dinner Chef Stuart Tracy of Pirogue Grille will guide you on a culinary journey that shows off the freshness, diversity and amazing flavors of prairie cuisine at its finest. Enjoy a tasting menu for 10 people, consisting of five gourmet courses with specially selected wines for each course.


Gone fishing
Fishing trip The first inductee into the North Dakota Fishing Hall of Fame, Mort Bank, offers a professionally guided fishing trip for two. Experience the thrill of North Dakota fishing at its finest.


Looking good
Well dressed men Let the professionals at Hellman Brothers and H20 Modern Apparel help you dress well. This package includes a complete closet tune-up and a $500 shopping spree.


Cannonball guided pheasant hunt
Pheasant hunt Experience the thrill of a guided pheasant hunt with North Dakota’s largest upland outfitter, The Cannonball Company. You will receive a two-day guided pheasant hunt, which will be tailored to meet your needs, along with accommodations and all meals for two people.


Get up and get going
Women's Health Center Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned pro looking to tone up and gain strength or better manage the stress of daily life, this Medcenter One Women’s Health Center package is just for you. You will receive a one-year membership with no initiation fee as well as three one-hour personal training sessions.


Fun and food for 50
Food for 50 Gather 50 friends and relatives to join in the fun of a themed dinner party. Choose between a south of the border Mexican fiesta buffet or flash back to the 60s with a Sha-Na-Na party featuring burgers, fries and malts at Tom and Cherie Friedt’s “Get-A-Way” in Mandan.


Everything's better with wine
Everything's better with wine You won’t run out of wine for your next party with three-liter bottles donated by Captain Jack’s. Bid on one or all six of them. Then, kick back, relax and enjoy.


Delicioso
Mexican feast Enjoy a five-course authentic Mexican fiesta for six in the home of Neal and Pam Kostelecky. From the first bite to the last, celebrate the colorful foods and flavors found south of the border. A steaming cup of Mexican coffee, a blending of warm coffee, tequila and coffee liqueur, will complete your experience. ¡Muy bueno!


Be a diamond cutter for a day
Diamond cutter A team of master diamond cutters will present you with a piece of rough. Then, they will help you transform the crystal into a piece of art. You will analyze, mark, laser saw, shape and then polish it into a full-cut diamond at Schumacher Diamond, a state-of-the-art diamond cutting facility in Bismarck. After sculpting your dream diamond, sit down and enjoy a cold one with the masters.


Beef, it’s what’s for dinner
Beef, it's whats for dinner With a sterling reputation for providing the very best meat cuts in town, Butcher Block Meats is providing the ultimate steak package for you and your guests. Clear out your freezer and make room for 50 of the best beef cuts around.


Royal olde English feast
Royal olde English Treat yourselves and four guests royally with an olde English dinner for six people, properly prepared and served by Char McLaughlin and Jim Conley both of long British heritage. The feast will consist of five courses with appropriate beverages to top it off.


Sushi and wine by the pool with Shawn Oban
Sushi and wine Gather a group of 10 friends to enjoy some sushi, wine and music by the pool at the beautiful home of Lila and Todd Twogood. Self-taught chef Al Kunick will serve a variety of sushi dishes, while Shawn Oban entertains you with music. A limo service will pick you up and take you home after this party.


Comfy cozy *
Comfy cozy bedroom set Create the perfect atmosphere to get some rest and relaxation with a beautiful Calvin Klein queen-sized comforter set and sheet set from Herberger’s. You will complete the transformation with the addition of an attractive centerpiece, an amethyst diffuser and a sandstone fountain to really enjoy your new bedroom retreat.


Fun family fitness
Fun Family Fitness Here’s your chance to spend quality time with your children while teaching them the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle. This package from Gold’s Gym will give a family of four a one-year membership. It's an opportunity to spend time together in a safe environment, while learning lessons that will carry on for life.


New York, New York
New York, New York Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Big Apple on this perfect little get-away. Fly to New York City from Bismarck with two complimentary tickets from Val Schafer at Leisure World Travel. Then enjoy the unique musical theater of choreographed percussion with four complimentary tickets to the off-Broadway show STOMP.


Warm up your home with Signature Homestyles *
Warm up your home Update your home with a beautiful array of accessories and organizational tools from Jane Brown with Signature Homestyles. Decorate one room, or spruce up your entire home with the multiple looks you’ll be able to create with this package.


Sunny days *
Sunny days quilt Forget winter and think of sunny days with a beautiful quilt. This full-size, cotton batik quilt with back art was handmade by Monica McCleary, an occupational therapist at Medcenter One.


The eyes have it
The Eyes Have It artwork Sit back and enjoy this beautiful piece of original artwork created by Wayne Pruse. The 18-inch by 36-inch acrylic painting will serve as a conversation piece anywhere in your home.


Elk antler bench
Antler bench This unique bench was handmade by Dr. Timothy Pansegrau, Medcenter One cardiovascular surgeon. It features genuine elk antlers. The cushioned seat is covered with a brindle-colored cowhide. This attractive and practical piece of art would add a unique element to your home.

* The pictures beside the descriptions of these packages are solely intended to give you an idea of what the package includes.

More great packages coming soon. Keep checking back to see additional items you can bid on.

 


The beneficiary of this year's event is the Medcenter One pediatric rehabilitation department. Inspired by his daughter, nationally-acclaimed artist Hans Gilsdorf created the Gilly Art TheraTree. This realistic, but magical tree will help nearly 600 North Dakota children with cerebral palsy or related disorders master simple, day-to-day maneuvers critical to their achievement of independence.