AIAIA Silent Auction
Welcome to Arm in Arm in Africa's online auction! We have with an array of gifts/experiences to offer you. Bidding is now underway and will close at 8:30 p.m. on July 14 at our 25th Anniversary Celebration. To place a bid, simply click here to register and complete the information requested. It's as simple as that.
Continue to check back to see what the current bid is on your item(s) of interest right up until bidding closes at 8:30 p.m., July 14, 2025. No payment is required unless your bid is declared the official winner on July 14. You need not be present to bid or to win.
Ric Rosow Photography
Ric Rosow, renowned Twin Cities fine art photographer, has curated a series of 4 photos from his collection for our silent auction. Bidding is unique to each photo, so pick your favorite(s). Each will be sized 18" x12" and comes complete with hanging hardware.
Rick's work is currently displayed at MSP at the gallery in Concourse C. His work also was selected in a juried competition to be displayed at the Minneapolis Convention Center beginning in July.
Market Value: $250 - Starting Bid: $150
Destination – Tonto Verde, Arizona
Enjoy a getaway to this executive home in the Tonto Verde Golf Club Community. Hike in the McDowell Mountains Preserve minutes away, enjoy great restaurants in Fountain Hills and North Scottsdale nearby, abundant golf, and other desert attractions. 7 days/6 nights - 2025-2026 Dates TBD
4 bedroom/3 bath
Accommodates up to 9 people
Outdoor pool
40 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Superb trails and golf nearby
Market Value: $2,000 - Opening Bid: $1,000
Travail Chefs' Tasting Duel
Introducing Duel: The name says it all—this menu is a culinary face-off between three talented teams of chefs, each bringing their unique flair to every dish. Each course will be a thrilling competition between the teams, with guests having the chance to vote on which dish they prefer. This playful, yet friendly competition will still incorporate Travail’s intimate dining experience, with a multi-course chef’s tasting menu and wine pairings for four guests.
Retail Value: $695 - Starting Bid: $350
Birdies & Blue Lines
Join Heritage Links owner Mark Zweber and AIAIA Executive Director Pat Dawson for a round of golf this summer at Mark’s beautiful Lakeville course. Then in the Fall, cheer on the Minnesota Wild from 2 great seats on the goal line in the Wild attack zone.
Retail Value: $500 - Starting Bid: $200
Dinner for 6 at Smack Shack
Sensational evening of food and drink for 6 at the Smack Shack in the North Loop any Monday through Thursday. (Gratuity not included)
Retail Value: $900 - Starting Bid: $400
Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
Enjoy a case of Indian Wells Chardonnay from Washington state’s premier vintner. Rated 4.0 on Vivino.
Retail Value: $225 - Starting Bid: $100
Private Performance by T. Mychael Rambo
Beloved Twin Cities actor and singer, T. Mychael Rambo will perform a private set in your home. T. Mychael and his accompanist will present a 45-minute show that's perfect for a dinner party, wedding, or professional gathering. T. Mychael always brings his unique sound and style to bear. Date to be mutually agreed upon.
Market value: $1,250 - Starting bid: $600
Pouliot Paintings
Ted Pouliot is a highly regarded, 91-year-old Twin Cities artist who co-founded Project for Pride in Living with SJA's beloved Joe Selvaggio. Ted's artwork has been shown at numerous galleries, both in the U.S. and abroad. Each of his two paintings in the auction will be on display at our fundraiser. They are framed and ready to take home from the auction that evening.
Retail Value: $400 each Starting Bid: $200
Travail Collective Gift Card Bundle
Four $25 gift cards to the following restaurants within the Travail Collective: Nouvelle Kitchen & Brewery, Dream Creamery, ie by Travail, Graze Food Hall by Travail. This gift card bundle has something for everyone and includes four of Travail Collective's delectable brands. Stop in Nouvelle Kitchen & Brewery for a 'Pig Ate My Pizza' pizza and Nouvelle Brewing Beer, Dream Creamery for some handmade ice cream, Ie by Travail for that authentic Italian dining experience with Travail's unmistakable hospitality, and Graze Food Hall by Travail before going to your next Twins game.
Here is a link to Travail’s sister restaurant page that gives a description for all their spaces https://www.travailkitchen.com/sister-restaurants
Retail Value: $100 - Starting Bid: $50
Vintage Moroccan Area Rug
Vintage Moroccan Zemmour Berber Kilim Area rug with modern tribal style
Rug size 6'6" X 9'8". This handwoven wool and cotton vintage Moroccan Zemmour Berber Kilim rug features an all-over geometric pattern. It beautifully displays three wide bands patterned with hexagonal shapes in alternating designs flanked with a series of smaller horizontal bands composed of eight-point stars, Burdock motifs, X-shapes, s-hooks, diamonds, and lozenges.
This flat-weave Zemmour Kilim rug hosts a variety of ambiguous tribal motifs come together into a network that is meaningful and beautiful. Blending nomadic charm, ancient symbolism and folk-art warmth, this vintage Moroccan Kilim rug reflects generations of cultural beliefs and serves many design purposes.”
Retail Value $1,500 - Starting Bid: $500
North Loop Insider Tour
Pat Dawson, Executive Director of Arm in Arm, will lead you and up to 4 friends on an 'insider's tour' of the booming North Loop neighborhood. Pat's lived in the NL for 8 years and knows the best spots to sip, shop, and eat and will customize the itinerary to your group's interest.
Plan on starting around 3 p.m. and wrapping up with dinner at 6 p.m. on a date that works for all! Food and beverage costs not included in bid.
Market Value: $200 - Starting Bid: $100