2018 Friday Silent Auction – May 18, 2018

Silent Auction

Lots 1-41 will close at 8:30 pm with pickup available starting at 9:00 pm.
Lots 42-83 will close at 9:00 pm with pickup available starting at 9:30 pm.

1. Table for Two

Donated by Billings Marble & Granite 
• Beautiful 30” round granite bistro table

2. Vintage Treasures

Donated by Junk Yard 406
• Specialty basket of unique treasures

3. Fly Fishing in Grand Style

Donated by Grand Union Hotel – Fort Benton, Montana Fly Company, Aspinwall Mountain Gear
Sponsored by MSU Billings Foundation
• Gift certificate for one-
night stay (available Nov 1 thru April 30)
• $75 gift certificate for dining room at the Grand Union Hotel in Fort Benton
• Fly tying tools, 12-pack of streamer thread, two boxes of Galloup’s Zoo Cougar – Yellow #2 flies, fly-tying materials from Montana Fly Company
• Aspinwall Mountain Gear shirt and hat

4. Movie Night

Donated by Art House Cinema & Pub and Montana Brewing Company
• Two vouchers to one showing, two tickets for a free beverage, two tickets for a free concession at Art House Cinema & Pub
• $30 gift card for Montana Brewing Company

5. Dine & Design

Donated by Bitterroot Sip and Paint and Fuddruckers West 
• Date Night for two at Bitterroot Sip and Paint with a bottle of Beringer Founder’s Estate Chardonnay
• Two $25 gift certificates to Fuddruckers West

6. Smile

Donated by Jana Graham Photography 
• A gift certificate for $500 toward any full session with Jana Graham

7. Decked Out for Yellowjackets Fun

Donated by MSU Billings Athletics, Jackets & Company, MSU Billings Extended Studies 
• MSUB vest, men’s ¼ zip shirt, women’s ¼ zip shirt, bottle of MSUB Athletics wine
• Two MSU Billings wine glasses and wine accessories set, t-shirt, sweatshirt, banner, lanyard
• Six bottles of Yellowjacket Ale Irish Red — 2017 Signature Brew

8. A Little Time Out

Donated by Hilton Garden Inn Billings Studio Theatre and Old Chicago
• Gift certificate for one-
night stay with breakfast for two at Hilton Garden Inn Billings
• Gift certificate for two tickets to a 2017-2018 Mainstage performance at Billings Studio Theatre
• Two $25 gift certificates for Old Chicago

9. Chance Meeting

Donated by Amy Gibler Brown 
• Framed print
• Finished piece measures
8” x 10”

10. Dazzling Silver

Donated by Montana Silversmiths 
• Beautiful Montana-made cuff bracelet and earrings by Montana Silversmiths

11. Scent-sational

Donated by Gainan’s Flowers & Garden Center
• Sit back, relax and enjoy beautiful therapeutic scents… ahhh

12. Play Date with Grandma

Donated by ZooMontana, 
Art of Play, Papa Murphy’s, Pita Pit
• One-year grandparent membership to ZooMontana
• 10 entry card to Art of Play
• Two gift certificates for one family-size one-topping pizza from Papa Murphy’s
• Four $5 gift certificates for Pita Pit

13. Dip into Culture

Donated by Yellowstone Art Museum, Spiked Olive, Lefournil Artisan Bread
Sponsored by MSU Billings Foundation
• Gift certificate for an annual family membership at the Yellowstone Art Museum
• Gift set with vinegar, oil, seasonings, poultry rub, vinegar & oil with decorative bottles from Spiked Oil
• Bread basket with fresh loaves of artisan breads from Lefournil Artisan Bread
• Dipping plates

14. Who Wants a Pony Ride Party?

Donated by White Aspen Ranch, Sam & Louie’s New York Pizzeria, Velvet Cravings, Wilcoxson’s Ice Cream
• Gift certificate for a pony birthday party at White Aspen Ranch
• Two $25 gift certificates for Sam & Louie’s New York Pizzeria
• One $25 gift certificate for Velvet Cravings
• One $20 gift certificate for Wilcoxson’s Ice Cream

15. Go Saints!

Donated by Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel in Helena, PayneWest Insurance, Silver Star Steak Company
• Gift certificate for a one-night stay in a standard queen-bedded room at Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel in Helena — includes deluxe breakfast bar
• Two tickets to the Carroll College Homecoming football game on September 22, 2018: Fighting Saints vs. Southern Oregon University
• One $75 gift card for Silver Star Steak Company

16. Deck the Hall

Donated by Times Square Furniture 
• Unique metal wall art
• Finished piece measures 
17” x 50 ½”

17. Big Sky Blue

Donated by dMeyers Custom Jeweler 
• Beautiful Montana 
sapphire (Phillipsburg) earrings, .62 carat total weight, set in 14 karat white gold

18. Rejuvenate Yourself

Donated by Montana Medical Aesthetics
• Gift basket that includes a gift certificate for Hydration EpiFusion
• Gift certificate for 25 units of botox
• Luxury robe
• Elta MD sunscreen
• Image Skincare foundation
• Image Skincare Vital C travel kit
• SpaceCells facial sponge

19. Eight-Second Ride

Donated by MetraPark, Fuddrucker’s Heights, Mint Smartwash
• Four tickets to 2019 Pro Bull Riders
• Three $10 gift certificate to Fuddrucker’s Heights
• Six-month ultimint club mint “unlimited wash” car wash membership to Mint Smartwash

20. Line in the Void – Bighorn Canyon

Donated by Montana Panoramic, Craig Hergert
• Signed, limited edition giclée print (1 of 75) on canvas
• Autographed copy of Montana Panoramic book

21. Celebrate!

Donated by Candi’s Art & Party Studio, MSU Billings Foundation
• Gift certificate for $150 credit toward a birthday party at Candi’s Art & Party Studio
• Wine glasses and a bottle of wine

22. Taste of the Old West

Donated by Buffalo Bill Center of the West – Cody, Chamberlin Inn, Cody 
• Gift certificate for a one-year family membership at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West
• Gift certificate for a one-night stay with flowers and chocolates at the Chamberlin Inn (October 15, 2018 – April 30, 2019)

23. Original Beauty

Donated by Toucan 
• Sterling silver necklace with kyanite, chalcedony and charms crafted by Original Hardware by Carrie Shafer

24. Sweet Prairie Silent by Neil Jussila

Donated by MSU Billings Professor Emeritus Neil Jussila
• Framed original oil
• Finished piece measures 26 ½” x 22 ½”

25. Pampered Lady

Donated by The Rustic 
• Gift basket that includes gift certificate for a Delightful Spa Day: 45-minute facial, 45-minute massage, spa pedicure, shampoo & blow-dry plus special take-home gift
• Fluffy Bunny hand cream
• Lavendar Hibiscus bath soak
• Mango poppy seed buffing mask
• Blushing agave body oil*
• Big Bare whipped shea body butter*
• Whoppie lip balm
• Rustic candle
• Montana necklace

26. Get into the Swing of Spring

Donated by Amy Gibler Brown, Mitchell Golf Company, Montana Brewing Company 
Sponsored by MSU Billings Foundation
• Golf pillow, golf items, golfer wine bottle holder
• Gift certificate for two hours on the golf simulator at Mitchell Golf Company
• $30 gift card for Montana Brewing Company
• One bottle of wine

27. Wine a Little

Donated by Levity
• Basket with a set of Riedel wineglasses, two bottles of wine and wine accessories

28. Prairie Sunset

Donated by Clyde Goldberg & Maggie Downs
• Framed original acrylic by John Kosel
• Finished piece measures 18” x 24”

29. If the Shoe Fits

Donated by Sharon & Garde Peterson 
• A fun basket of shoe items with a gift certificate for a new pair of shoes

30. Child’s Play

Donated by Art of Play Wise Wonders Children’s Museum, Sunset Bowl, Spinners 
• 10 entry card to Art of Play
• Gift certificate for a one-year family membership, water bottle and t-shirt from Wise Wonders Children’s Museum
• Gift certificate for six games of open bowling at Sunset Bowl
• Six coupons for six-ounce yogurt at Spinners

31. Wine & Dine

Donated by Montana Club 
• Wine basket including $100 gift card to Montana Club

32. Survival Kit

Donated by Platinum Salon & Spa, Opulenza Designs, Papa Murphy’s
• Gift certificate for a cut & style by Tarin Barta at Platinum Salon & Spa
• Sterling silver collar necklace and polish cloth from Opulenza Designs
• Two gift certificates for one family-sized one-topping pizza at Papa Murphy’s

33. Crossing the Missouri

Donated by Clyde Goldberg & Maggie Downs 
• Photomechanical reproduction of J.K. Ralston painting, 594/1000
• Finished piece measures 21” x 14.5”

34. Time to Escape and Play!

Donated by The Grand Escape Room, Sunset Bowl, Buffalo Wild Wings, MacKenzie River Grill & Pub 
• Two gift certificates for one participant’s admission to The Grand Escape Room
• Gift certificate for six games of open bowling at Sunset Bowl
• Three $10 gift certificates to Buffalo Wild Wings and a three-pack of Buffalo Wild Wings sauces
• $30 gift card to MacKenzie River Grill & Pub

35. Raise Your Glass

Donated by City Vineyard 
• Basket full of beers, wines and accessories to start a great party!

36. Pure Relaxation

Donated by Pure Barre Billings, Platinum Salon & Spa, Red Door Lounge 
• Gift card for one-month unlimited classes, water bottle, socks from Pure Barre Billings
• Gift certificate for a spa-pedi gel polish with Margie Bullinger at Platinum Salon & Spa
• $25 gift certificate to Red Door Lounge

37. Winter Flight

Donated by Clyde Goldberg & Maggie Downs
• Framed original oil by Helen West
• Finished piece measures 16” x 20”

38. Par for the Course

Donated by Hilands Golf Club, Bistro Enzo
• Four rounds of golf with cart at Hilands Golf Club
• $50 gift certificate to Bistro Enzo

39. Get Buff

Donated by Yellowstone Naturopathic Clinic, Pure Pilates, Platinum Salon & Spa
• Gift certificate for one-hour massage, insulated lunch bag, blender bottle, lip balm from Yellowstone Naturopathic Clinic
• Gift certificate for one private session at Pure Pilates
• Gift certificate for a cut & style with Sam Downey at Platinum Salon & Spa

40. Mom’s Urban Getaway

Donated by Euphoria Salon & Boutique, Play Inn 
• Gift certificate for a haircut and style with Carole Blackford at Euphoria Salon & Boutique
• Gift certificate for shellac manicure with Cari Booth at Euphoria Salon & Boutique
• $50 gift certificate for services with Hilary Neprud at Euphoria Salon & Boutique
• $25 gift certificate at Play Inn

41. Come and Sit a Spell

Donated by Imagine Studio 
• Beautiful handcrafted monk meditation chair, historically used by monks and holy men to sit and pray or meditate

42. Got Wine?

Donated by Billings Home Brewers 
• Complete kit to make your own Pinot Grigio wine at home

43. Wine a Bit, Feel Better

Donated by Lonewolf Energy — Trent & Konnie Sizemore
• Basket filled with five bottles of specially selected Napa wines

44. Let’s Party!

Donated by Billings Gymnastics School, Papa Murphy’s, Jayne’s Signature Sweets, Wilcoxson’s Ice Cream 
• Gift certificate for a children’s birthday party for up to 22 children at Billings Gymnastics School (birthday child turning 3-8 years old)
• Gift certificate for one family-sized one-topping pizza at Papa Murphy’s
• $25 gift certificate at Jayne’s Signature Sweets
• $20 gift certificate at Wilcoxson’s Ice Cream

45. Art in Action

Donated by Crooked Line Studio, Montana Art Glass, Vintage Apothecary, Papa Murphy’s 
• Art supply bag filled with art supplies from Crooked Line Studio
• Gift certificate for a free beginner’s stained glass class at Montana Art Glass
• $30 gift certificate to Vintage Apothecary
• Gift certificate for one family-sized one-topping pizza at Papa Murphy’s

46. Chic Date Night

Donated by NOVA Center for Performing Arts, Pub Station, Cindy Millard, Tres Chic, Last Chance Pub & Cider Mill 
• Gift certificate for two tickets to any NOVA performance
• $20 gift card for Pub Station
• Beaded necklace and bracelet set
• Product basket with Hempz Triple Moisture Frosted Peppermint & Vanilla Sugar herbal whipped body crème, Hempz Yuzu & Starfruit herbal flexible hairspray, kaHm daily soothing treatment, Bain de Terre shine serum, scarf and gift certificate for a brow waxing at Tres Chic
• $35 gift certificate, growler, two glasses from Last Chance Pub & Cider Mill

47. The Cowgirl

Donated by Billings artist Joe Heins
• Framed rare, signed print of an original oil painting that appears on the newest Cream of the West hot cereal package — the fourth in a series of oil paintings featured on the Montana-made cereal boxes
• Finished piece measures 22” x 28”

48. Climbing, Fitness & Relaxation

Donated by Steep World, Canyon Creek Brewing, Divide Bar & Grill
• Eight day passes at Steep World
• Growler, gift certificate for a growler refill, two glasses, six keyring/bottle openers, hat, two koozies from Canyon Creek Brewing
• $25 gift card to Divide Bar & Grill

49. Wool and Wine Pairing

Donated by Yarn Bar
• Wool and Wine book 
by John Martin featuring stories of the people behind unique pairings of yarn and wine
• One bottle of 2015 Alpenglo Riesling, which is also featured in the Wool and Wine book
• Smith River Targhee by Randy Glick/Pik Ka Handbag in Great Falls, Montana — bag made with Montana sourced yarn spun from Smith River Targhee wool and processed at Mountain Meadows Mill in Buffalo, WY

50. Looking Good!

Donated by Blanco Blanco, Terra Herman, Caramel Cookie Waffles
• Basket of KENRA hair products and a gift certificate for a haircut with Shayna at Blanco Blanco
• Necklace of sterling silver beads with ruby, turquoise and pave diamond accents with matching bracelet beautifully handcrafted by Terra Herman
• $25 gift certificate for Caramel Cookie Waffles

51. Red Lodge Getaway

Donated by Daniel Horman Real Estate, Red Lodge Ales, King’s Cupboard 
• Gift certificate for a two-night stay at a cozy Red Lodge cabin from Daniel Horman Real Estate
• Growler, two glasses, gift certificate for a growler refill at Red Lodge Ales
• Twin-pack of sauces from King’s Cupboard

52. Handmade Mirror

Donated by Dovetail Designs
• Expertly crafted handmade mirror from Dovetail Designs

53. Summer Camp

Donated by Billings Family YMCA, Pita Pit, Papa Murphy’s
• Gift certificate for one week of children’s summer camp, for one camper, at the Billings Family YMCA
• Three $5 gift certificates to Pita Pit
• Gift certificate for one family-sized one-topping pizza at Papa Murphy’s
• Backpack, water bottle, camper accessories

54. Pink Delight

Donated by Billings artist, Greg Hogan, Hogan Design
• Framed original watercolor on YUPO paper by Billings artist Greg Hogan of Hogan Design

55. Jumping Fun

Donated by Get Air, Pizza Hut, Jayne’s Signature Sweets
• Four passes for one hour of jumping, four bracelets, four spinners at Get Air
• Two gift certificates for a large one-topping pizza at Pizza Hut
• $25 gift certificate at Jayne’s Signature Sweets

56. Golf with Friends

Donated by Lake Hills Golf Club, Pryor Creek Golf Club, Überbrew 
• Gift certificate for 18-holes of golf for four with cart at Lake Hills Golf Club
• Gift certificate for four rounds of golf on the Johnny Walker course at Pryor Creek Golf Club
• T-shirt and $50 gift card at Überbrew

57. In Plain Sight

Donated by MSU Billings alumna Jen Moller
• Original acrylic on canvas
• Finished piece measures 14” x 18”

58. Fit as a Fiddle

Donated by 406 Race Series, Time Out Sports, Spoke Shop
• Two free entries into both the 406 Duathlon and Santa’s Dash for Cash (held during the Holiday Parade in downtown Billings) from 406 Race Series
• $100 gift certificate to Time Out Sports, water bottle, socks
• $25 gift certificate to The Spoke Shop, miscellaneous bike tools including a patch repair kit

59. Let’s Bowl

Donated by Sunset Bowl, Dancing Oven Bakery, Pizza Hut, Spinners 
• Gift certificate for six games of open bowling at Sunset Bowl
• Two gift certificates for ½ dozen cupcakes from Dancing Oven Bakery
• Two gift certificates for a large one-topping pizza at Pizza Hut
• Four coupons for a six-ounce yogurt at Spinners

60. Tarnished Reflection I

Donated by MSU Billings Alumna Karen Tanner
• Framed Iris Giclée print
• Finished piece measures 14” x 17 ¼”

61. Do Something for Yourself

Donated by Black Orchid Yoga|Spin, Platinum Salon & Spa, Papa Murphy’s
• One three-month membership to Black Orchid Yoga|Spin
• Gift certificate for a shellac manicure & massage with Andrea Grigonis at Platinum Salon & Spa
• Two gift certificates for one family-sized one-topping pizza at Papa Murphy’s

62. Wine on Target

Donated by Billings Target stores
• Wine essentials basket
• Stainless steel ice bucket
• Four wine glasses
• One bottle of red wine
• One bottle of white wine
• Houdini deluxe wine opener
• Two bottle stoppers
• Marble & wood cheese board with matching cheese knife set

63. Perfect Picnic

Donated by Amy Gibler Brown
• Framed print
• Finished piece measures
8” x 10”

64. Cheers!

Donated by Yellowstone Cellars 
Wine basket with four bottles of wine:
• Two bottles of 2015 Yellowstone Cellars Malbec
• Two bottles of 2016 Yellowstone Cellars Chenin Blanc

65. Take Me Out to the Ballgame

Donated by Billings Mustangs, Pita Pit
• One Flex Pack for the 2018 regular season Billings Mustangs games and $15 at the concession stand at Dehler Park
• Eight $5 gift certificates to Pita Pit

66. Wildfire

Donated by Luzia Willis
• Original acrylic on canvas
• Finished piece measures 36” x 24”

67. Dipping Delight

Donated by Wildtree 
Sponsored by MSU Billings Foundation
• Eight-pack of spices, four-pack of oils by Wildtree
• One bottle of wine
• Serving platter, dipping plates, serving utensils and linens

68. Rustic Montana

Donated by Salvage Designs 
• Unique metal Montana decorative hanging

69. Lone Tree Park Spring #12

Donated by Brooke Atherton
• Original fiber art by Billings artist Brooke Atherton
• Finished piece measures 12” x 12”

70. Finding a Balance

Donated by Linda Baltrusch
• Isagenix 30-day cleansing and fat burning “starter pak” ideal for individuals who want to lose weight using a long-term, flexible program

71. Tee Up

Donated by EagleRock Golf Course, Yegen Golf Club, Par 3, Red Robin, 
Old Chicago
• Gift certificate for two rounds of golf at EagleRock Golf Course
• Gift certificate for two rounds of 18-holes of golf with cart at Yegen Golf Club
• Gift certificate for two rounds of 18-holes of golf at Par 3
• $50 gift card at Red Robin
• Gift certificate for one large one-topping pizza at Old Chicago

72. Home Makeover

Donated by Sherwin Williams, Winchell Lawn Service, Fish Window Cleaning, Brice’s Masterclean, Stuart’s House of Vacuums
• Basket from Sherwin Williams that includes professional painting supplies and a gift certificate for four gallons of Sherwin Williams paint
• Gift card for an eight-foot Colorado Blue Spruce tree from Winchell Lawn Service
• $80 gift certificate for window cleaning, glass cleaner, and towel from Fish Window Cleaning
• Gift certificate for carpet cleaning of two rooms and a hallway with protector from Brice’s Masterclean
• Lampe Berger Infuser from Stuart’s House of Vacuums

73. Wind through Your Hair

Donated by Salon 360, Beartooth Harley Davidson, MasterLube
• Gift basket with hairdryer, flat iron, scarf, makeup bag, cleanser, night cream, shampoo/conditioner, $50 gift certificate with Sarah Bushfield from Salon 360
• $25 gift card, folding chair, wireless ear buds, bandana from Beartooth Harley Davidson
• $100 gift card from MasterLube

74. An Evening of Culture

Donated by Walkers Neighborhood Provisions, Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale 
• Gift certificate for $100 to Walkers Neighborhood Provisions
• Gift certificate for two tickets in the orchestra or balcony for one regular 2018-2019 season concert of the Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale

75. Eat, Drink and Golf

Donated by Briarwood Golf Course, Papa Murphy’s, Thirsty Street Brewing Company
• Gift certificate for four rounds of golf (cart not included) at Briarwood Golf Course
• Two gift certificates for one family-sized one-topping pizza at Papa Murphy’s
• One bottle of Sourcicle beer, one glass, four coupons for a free beer, one coupon for a $3 growler refill at Thirsty Street Brewing Company

76. Serve It Up

Donated by Billings artist Steve Degenhart, 5 Mile Pottery
• Spectacular original ceramic platter

77. The Lunch Bunch

Donated by Soup & Such, Old Chicago, Burger Dive, Dos Machos, Pita Pit, Tarantino’s Pizzeria, America Family Restaurant
• $25 gift card at Soup & Such
• $25 gift certificate at Old Chicago
• $50 gift card at Burger Dive
• $25 gift card at Dos Machos
• Five $5 gift certificates at Pita Pit
• $25 gift certificate at Tarantino’s Pizzeria
• $50 gift card at America Family Restaurant

78. Say Cheese

Donated by Davidson Home Furnishings & Design
Sponsored by MSU Billings Foundation
• Wooden wine & cheese board, whimsy towels, Re-wine candle, wine bottle koozie, $150 gift certificate at Davidson Home Furnishings & Design
• One bottle of wine

79. Summer Family Fun

Donated by Oasis Water Park, Blue’s BBQ, MacKenzie River Grill & Pub, Papa Murphy’s
• Gift certificate for a family season pass at Oasis Water Park
• $50 gift certificate at Blue’s BBQ
• $30 gift certificate at MacKenzie River Grill & Pub
• Gift certificate for one family-sized one-topping pizza Papa Murphy’s

80. A Day for Mom

Donated by BIN 119, Moss Mansion, susang – Susan Germer
• $50 gift card at BIN 119
• Four passes for a self-guided tour at Moss Mansion
• Handcrafted multi-layered, mixed media earrings created with fibers, paper and imagination, sterling silver ear wires, plus three original watercolor note cards made of handmade Japanese paper and high quality, cold-pressed Italian note cards and envelopes all created by susang — Billings’ artist, Susan Germer

81. Billings Skyline at Night

Donated by Jo Clancy
• Framed photograph of the beautiful Billings skyline at night from the Billings Petroleum Club
• Finished piece measures 21” x 17”

82. Paddle & Saddle

Donated by Absarokee River Adventure, Paint Brush Adventures, Cowboy Bar & Supper Club
• Gift certificate for ½ day raft trip for two with Absaroka River Adventures
• Gift certificate for a two-hour horseback ride for two along the Stillwater River with Paint Brush Adventures
• $30 gift card for the Cowboy Bar & Supper Club in Fishtail, Montana

83. Just Add Wine

Donated by Billings Hardware
• Wine chiller/warmer
• Wine bottle server
• Artic glass set (2)
• Artic glass shot glass set (4)
• Six-bottle carrier
• Wine Essential wine set
• Lighted wine bottle