A FOOD, WINE AND BEER FUNDRAISING CELEBRATION TO HELP COMO PARK ZOO AND CONSERVATORY THRIVE.

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2.25.20167:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Event Festivities

Welcome to Bouquets, Como Friends’ most spirited fundraiser! Thank you for joining us tonight. Your support ensures that Como Park Zoo and Conservatory gets the extra care and feeding it needs to thrive – and remain free for all.

Make sure to experience all the activities this evening:

• Como’s Animal Ambassadors: -Consuela the Armadillo (Atrium on the 2nd Floor of the Visitor Center) -Stefano the Sloth (Fern Room Lobby in the Conservatory)

• 12 Wine Sampling Stations (Throughout both floors of the Visitor Center, the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory and The Ordway Gardens)

• Como Beer Garden (Auditorium on the 2nd Floor of the Visitor Center)

• 15 Food Stands Serving Delectable Morsels (Throughout both floors of the Visitor Center, the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory and The Ordway Gardens)

• Silent Auction of Only-Como Selections and Items to Eat, Drink and Live! (Hallway between the Visitor Center and the Conservatory)

• Cork Pull to Win Beer, Wine, Restaurant Gift Cards and More (Hallway between the Visitor Center and the Conservatory)

• Live Music: -Mark Stillman on Accordion (Auditorium on the 2nd Floor of the Visitor Center) -Bill Hammond on Guitar (Sunken Garden in the Conservatory)

• The Remodeled Garden Safari Gifts Will Be Open! (1st Floor of the Visitor Center)

Silent Auction will close at 9:00 p.m.Auction check-out will begin at 9:15 p.m. in Garden Safari Gifts.

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FUND-A-NEED

Gifts of any size help Como Park Zoo and Conservatory thrive.

$250$100

$50$25

Ensures the future care of the Charlotte Partridge Ordway Japanese Garden

$500

Purchases two tropical Bonsai for Como’s nationally-acclaimed collection

Covers a well-baby check-up for Kemala the orangutan or Arlene the gorilla

Supplies a hundred bulbs for the stunning Sunken Garden Winter Flower Show

Provides a day of grazing and groceries for Frances, our fast-growing baby giraffe

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Cork Pull (Located on the First Floor of the Visitor Center)

Try your chance at winning a $100 bottle of wine, a Growler and gear from Insight Brewing or a $25 gift certificate to Tongue in Cheek.

Pull a cork and receive whatever is in the corresponding gift bag. Everyone is a winner in this game, as each bag contains either a gift card, bottle of wine or another goodie of at least $10 in value!

Pulls are $20 apiece and there are only 150 corks available. Due to Minnesota Gaming rules, only cash or check are accepted forms of payment.

Thanks to our Cork Pull donors: BrightWines, Trustees of Como Friends, Barbette, Insight Brewing, The Loop Bar and Restaurant, Ray J's American Grill and many friends of Como!

Como’s Beer Garden (Located in the Auditorium on the Second Floor of the Visitor Center)

Fun is brewing at Como's beer garden at Bouquets.

Sample beer from seven different breweries, some located in Minnesota – and others as far away as Alaska! Try a shot of cold brew coffee too.

Participating this year:

Badger Hill Brewing Company Shakopee, MNExcelsior Brewing Company Excelsior, MNLift Bridge Brewing Company Stillwater, MNOskar Blues Brewery Longmont, COGoose Island Brewing Company Chicago, ILStella Artois Leuven, BelgiumAlaskan Brewing Company Juneau, AKBlackeye Roasting Company St. Paul, MN

Thanks to Dan Parker and to Original Gravity for coordinating the Como Beer Garden!

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

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TWO METHODS TO BID:

You can bid on all our cool auction items using your own smartphone – or if you prefer, you can use the kiosks located at the silent auction.

Mobile bidding works well on most Windows smartphones, newer Blackberry devices, all iPhones, and most Android smartphones.

You don’t need to download an app. Just connect to the internet and type this friendly URL into your smartphone browser: bidpal.net/bouquets2016.

Please be sure that your battery is fully charged so you don't miss out. If you don't have a smartphone, we will have kiosks staffed by volunteers to assist you.

Auction closes at 9:00 p.m. If you are the winning bidder of an item you will be notified on your phone or results will be available at the auction. Auction check-out will begin at 9:15 p.m. at Garden Safari Gifts. Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover will be accepted.

AUCTION RULES

• All bids must be placed through your smartphone or the kiosk.

• Opening minimum bids are listed for each item and bids must be raised in the dollar increments listed for each item.

• Remember, a bid is a legal contract to buy.

• No items are to be removed prior to full settlement.

• Inspect all items and read all descriptions and limitations before purchasing.

• All items are sold as is.

• Every effort has been made to provide accurate information for each item.

• Como Friends and its volunteers are not responsible for descriptions, values, or authenticity of information supplied by donors.

• There are no refunds or exchanges unless noted.

• Auction items may be substituted, withdrawn or added prior to the event. Restrictions may apply.

• A portion of your purchase may be tax-deductible, but please consult your tax advisor before automatically deducting your purchase.

• You must be 21 years of age or older to bid on packages containing alcoholic beverages.

AUCTION OVERVEIW

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Only Como

100 Conservatory Tour: How do Como’s gardens grow? Enjoy a tour of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory and a behind-the-scenes look at the growing ranges with the head of horticulture, Tina Dombrowski. Donated by Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Value: $1,000

101 Rise and Shine with the Polar Bears: Go behind-the-scenes to meet Como's polar bears Buzz and Neil. This unforgettable experience includes breakfast and Q&A with a Zookeeper. Donated by Como Park Zoo and Conservatory and Como Friends. Value: Priceless

102 Feed The Giraffes: Como’s herd of gentle giants love visitors and your party of 10 can get up close and face-to-fur with these creatures as you feed them romaine lettuce, a favorite snack. Donated by Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Value: $1,000

103 Wine Tasting Soiree: Be educated by Dave Kuennen of BrightWines as you sample specially selected wines in the beautiful Sunken Garden. Donated by BrightWines, Como Friends and Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Value: $1,267

104 Take Some of Como Home: Turn your home into a mini-conservatory with this collection of plants grown here at Como for the Sunken Garden Winter Flower Show. Donated by Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Value: Priceless

105 Day at Como: Spend the day on a Como adventure! Hit the rides at Como Town amusement park with two season passes for unlimited rides, trek to the Como Pavilion for paddleboat and surrey rides with a $40 certificate from Wheel Fun Rentals, and start or end your day with a meal at the Como Dockside using a $50 Gift Certificate. Comes with a Como sweatshirt and water bottle – and sloth socks too! Donated by Como Dockside, Friend of Como, Lancer Catering. Value: $270

106 Meet Chloe the Sloth: Chloe the Sloth spends most her day snoozing in the sun perched atop her tree in Tropical Encounters. Have you ever wondered how she gets to her destination and where she spends the night? If so, bid on this experience to meet Chloe, explore her bedroom, watch her morning routine – and get the scoop from a zookeeper about what makes this adorable Hoffmann’s Two-toed sloth tick. Donated by Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Value: Priceless

107 Primate Potluck: A perfect class for all members of the family – or a group of friends, for a morning of fun! Prepare breakfast for Como’s primates and watch them enjoy the treats. Learn to observe and interpret primate behaviors. It is worth waking up early! Donated by Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Value: $150

AUCTION ITEMS

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Eat, Drink and Live!

200 Goats do Roam: A 2014 'Goats do Roam' bottle of wine and a hand-painted art piece containing a goat treasure hunt. Donated by Sherry Fonseth-Lais. Value: $200

201 Lake Pepin Wine Cruise: Enjoy a wine cruise on the "Swiss Miss 2" a beautiful, blue sloop. Donated by Karen Cooley-Kistler and Stephen Kistler. Value: $150

202 A Cozy Night In: Beat winter and enjoy a relaxing night at home snuggled in a blanket, sipping red wine while listening to a collection of recordings and broadcasts of the Minnesota Orchestra. Includes books: Minnesota Orchestra at 100, and Osmo Vanska – Orchestra Builder. Donated by Minnesota Orchestra, Friend of Como. Value: $305

203 Freehouse Restaurant Basket: No need to make dinner with this $25 gift certificate to Freehouse. Keep the party going at home with 'one free growler refill' certificate, an empty beer growler, two beer glasses and a Freehouse t-shirt. Donated by Blue Plate Restaurants. Value: $65

204 South African Wine Basket: Tour South Africa through a collection of select wines! This basket contains a 2012 Painted Wolf-the-den-Chenin Blanc, a 2011 Edgebaston - The Pepper Pot syrah blend, and a 2013 Fairview - Goats do Roam vintage blend. Donated by Sherry Fonseth-Lais. Value: $60

205 Tongue in Cheek: Touted for its creativity and use of humanely raised meat, this East Side restaurant is sure to please. Use $75 in gift cards to dine at this eclectic eatery. Value: $75

206 Stock the Pantry: Have the perfect accompaniment ready using the fig pineapple jam, balsamic vinegars, mustard, wild rice, bread mix, and other goodies found in this Annona Gourmet basket. Donated by Annona Gourmet. Value: $70

207 Peacock Platter and Vase: Your dinner table will be a stunner when you use this beautiful painted peacock platter and vase as the center of your tablescape. A bottle of wine makes the look complete! Donated by Mary Jensen. Value: $100

208 Homage to Craft Beers: A mixed media piece using the technique of applying tiny torn bits of hand-painted paper to achieve the image of various beer bottles. The bottles represent a few American micro-brew crafted beers. Donated by Sherry Fonseth-Lais. Value: $100

209 Cozy Prosecco Basket: A prosecco basket containing a bottle of Rivata Prosecco, a faux throw, and two flutes. Donated by Sherry Fonseth-Lais. Value: $89

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210 Get Cooking!: Read Masterin’ My Mistakes In The Kitchen, a cookbook by Dana Cowin, the editor-in-chief of Food & Wine Magazine, make your list of needed supplies and go shopping armed with a $50 Cooks of Crocus Hill gift card and a $25 gift card to Penzeys Spices. Package includes a starter spice kit too! Donated by Cooks of Crocus Hill, Sherry Fonseth-Lais, Friend of Como. Value: $125

211 Books!: This collection of signed books from local author Rick Shefchik is perfect for the sporting and music enthusiast. Set includes: From Fields to Fairways the Classic Golf Clubs of Minnesota; Amen Corner: a Sam Skarda Mystery; Frozen Tundra; Everybody's Heard About The Bird: The True Story of 1960's Rock N Roll in Minnesota; and Green Monster. Enjoy reading the books while sipping on a glass of whiskey. Donated by Rick Shefchik, Friend of Como. Value: $150

212 Tequilia Bouquet: This is sure to be your favorite bouquet! It includes everything you need for margaritas, including eight different small bottles of tequilia so you can taste test, and of course, mix. Donated by Friend of Como. Value: $65

213 Date Nights: Need ideas for where to go with your sweetie? You are covered with this package of dining favorites! Includes a $20 Loop Bar and Restaurant gift certificate, a $25 Black Sheep Pizza gift certificate, a $25 gift certificate to Ray J's American Grill, and a $50 gift card to the Muddy Pig in St. Paul. Donated by Black Sheep Pizza, Muddy Pig, Ray J's American Grill, The Loop Bar and Restaurant. Value: $120

214 Modern Cocktail Basket: A basket containing one liter Bulleit Bourbon Frontier Whiskey, Shake a gorgeous recipe book of cocktails, designer bar towels, 3 Fee Brothers Bitters, a mason jar shaker, strainer, muller, jigger, 100% organic maple syrup, lemon juice, 6 Italian shot glasses, and 2 Dark Horse free drink coupons. Donated by Sherry Fonseth-Lais. Value: $197

215 Insight Brewing: Does an “Obstruction on the Troll Way” or a “Taming the Devil’s Companion” sound intriguing? If so, this package from Insight Brewing is for you. Includes one 64-ounce growler along with a certificate for a free growler fill of delicious Insight beer. A genuine Insight Brewing hat also completes the set. Donated by Insight Brewing. Value: $37

216 Wine on the Go: You and your bottle of wine will be stylin’ as you head to the lake or a friend’s house. This purple, fleece lined, handcrafted wine tote has a lifetime guarantee from J.W. Hulme. The set of four Govino wine glasses are shatterproof and recyclable. Donated by Friend of Como. Value: $225

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217 Black and Tan Beer Tasting Basket: Includes a collection of craft beers, lagerhead black and tan turtle snapper bottle opener, recipe for a black and tan creation, guide to beer, beer bar towel, and 2 chalkboard beer sample trays with 8 six ounce glasses and chalk. Donated by Sherry Fonseth-Lais. Value: $113

218 Beautycounter Basket: Beautycounter products are safe and toxin free. This basket offers some of the best sellers - Lustro Face Oil #2 (Jasmine), Vibrant Eye Protector, Every Day Hydrating Cream, Every Night Hydrating Cream, Gentle Exfoliator and a Beautycounter travel bag! In addition you will receive a free consultation to walk through your new beauty products. Donated by Marin Nelson. Value: $230

219 Brewery in a Box: Start your own microbrew at home! This starter kit combines a simplified brewing process with easy-to-use equipment, your choice of three great beer recipe kits and a copy of Getting Started in Homebrewing DVD. Donated by Northern Brewery. Value: $90

220 Private Guided Kayak Tour for 10: Gather your friends or team for a premier 2.5-hour urban kayaking experience on the Mississippi River, Working the Channel. Explore the industrial heritage of Minneapolis from the perspective of the river that made Minneapolis life possible and discover breathtaking views of the skyline and the beauty of the Mississippi River. Donated by Above the Falls. Value: $600

221 VIP Tickets to Morel Fest: Four VIP tickets to the 2nd Annual Minnesota Morel Fest, which includes tastes from Minnesota's top chefs and bartenders, tunes from four of Minneapolis' brightest bands and enough atmosphere to keep you grooving until the sun comes up. Donated by Minnesota Morel Fest. Value: $300

222 Original Gravity Swag Package: This is a great package for the beer lover in your life! Includes glassware, beer signs, and beer from Original Gravity suppliers! Donated by Original Gravity. Value: $250

223 Excelsior Brewery Taproom Package: Do you prefer a Blonde or Brunette (Brown) Ale? Find out with this Excelsior Brewing taproom package. Donated by Excelsior Brewing Company. Value: $45

224 Badger Hill Taproom Experience: Trek to Shakopee and stop by this fabulous taproom. Enjoy a few beers and take some home too! This package includes a growler, growler fill card, two pint glasses and two free pint cards redeemable at the taproom. Donated by Badger Hill Brewing. Value: $40

225 Lift Bridge Taproom Package: Enjoy a visit to this fun taproom in Stillwater with this brewery taproom package. Donated by Lift Bridge Brewing Company. Value: $45

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226 Rare Chilean Wines: A set of rare, reserve red wines in wood gift case from Chile. Donated by Bourget Imports. Value: $125

227 Barbaresco Magnum Bottle from Italy. Donated by Domace Vino. Value: $100

228 Golden Reserve Malbec 3-liter Magnum Bottle. Donated by Paustis. Value: $100

229 Wine donation from Bellboy. Donated by Bellboy. Estimated Value: TBD

230 Three bottle set of highly-rated, rare wines from the Pacific Northwest. Donated by Oeno Distribution. Value: $100

231 Wine Barrel: Wood Barrel includes wine dispenser insert. Donated by VinoCopia. Value: $250

232 Juan Gil Red Wine 3-Liter Magnum Bottle. Donated by The Wine Company. Estimated Value: $75

233 Bodegas Muga Rioja Magnum Bottle. Donated by The Wine Company. Value: $60

234 "The Black Countess" 3-liter Magnum Red Blend. Donated by VDC Imports and Libation Project. Value: $100

235 Wine Donation from Tradition Wines and Spirits. Donated by Tradition Wines and Spirits. Estimated Value: TBD

236 Wine Donation from New France Wine Co. Donated by New France Wine Co. Estimated Value: TBD

237 Wine Donation from Chankaska Creek Winery. Donated by Chankaska Creek Winery. Estimated Value: TBD

238 Rosso Toscana 5-liter Magnum Bottle. Donated by BrightWines. Value: $100

The silent auction closes promptly at 9:00 pm.

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FOOD VENDORS

A. Citizen Supper Club Serving Turkish Pistachio & Orange Cupcakes with rosewater icing. www.citizensupperclub.com

B. El Burrito Mercado Serving Mini Tamales: A Pork in red sauce and a Vegetarian option. www.elburritomercado.com

C. Good Earth Restaurant Serving Good Earth Turkey Meatballs made with all natural ground turkey from Wild-Acres Farm, fresh spinach, basil, pesto, and seasoned breadcrumbs in a red pepper sauce. www.goodearthmn.com

D. Grand Casino Serving BBC Crostini (Beef tenderloin, Bacon and Boursin), Tequila Lime Shrimp Shooters, Red Velvet Mini Bundt’s, Reese Mini Tart and Berry Filled Chocolate Cups. www.grandcasinomn.com

E. Mojo Monkey Serving Maple Bacon Bites, Chocolate Mousse Bismarck, and Old Fashioned Donut Holes with cinnamon and sugar. www.mojomonkey.biz

F. Annona Gourmet Serving Hummus and Olive Tapenade with a variety of breads and oils and Non-Alcoholic Lemonade or Limeade beverage made with the vinegars. www.annonagourmet.com

G. Signature Café and Catering Serving Risotto with sundried tomatoes, winter squash, goat cheese. www.signaturecafe.net

H. Chin Dian Serving Curry Vegetable with rice and Chicken Egg Rolls. www.chindiancafe.com

I. A Gourmet Thyme Serving a variety of Shortbreads. www.agourmetthymetoo.com

J. Sakura Restaurant and Bar Serving Cucumber Sushi Roll with sushi rice and Tuna Sushi Roll with sushi rice. www.sakurastpaul.com

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K. Woolley’s Steakhouse Serving Bread Pudding with Jack Daniels carmel sauce and apple chutney. www.woolleysrestaurant.com

L. Lancer Catering Serving Guinness and Cheese Soup with mole popcorn and Pretzel Crostini with kielbasa sausage, stone ground mustard and pickled red onion. www.lancerhospitality.com

M. Stout's Pub Serving Pig Wings. www.stoutspub.com

N. Rival House Serving Shrimp Ceviche with cilantro-lime gremolata, blood orange salsa and plantain chips. www.rivalhousestpaul.com

O. Sweet Science Ice Cream Serving a variety of Ice Cream. www.sweetscienceicecream.com

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WINE VENDORS

See map for exact location of vendor. Featured wines were selected by, and are available from, BrightWines. See Dave Kuennen for a full listing of tonight's wines via BrightWines, available in the registration area, to order your favorites. Find BrightWines online at brightwines.com.

Please return your wine glass before leaving this evening.

Station #1: Selections from Bourget Imports(Tropical Encounters Exhibit)

The Ned 2014 (Marlborough, New Zealand) Pinot Gris $15

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Biohof Pratsch 2015 (Burgenland, Austria) dry Rose $15

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Sofie Bertin 2014 (Loire, France) Sancerre blanc $22

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Paolo Scavino (Piedmont, Italy) Rosso $18

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Castello d'Alba (Douro, Portugal) vinho tinto Douro $14

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Tait (Barossa, Australia) 2013 "The Wild Ride" S.G.M. red $20

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Zuccardi (Mendoza, Argentina) "Q" reserve Malbec $20

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Stuhlmuller 2012 Alexander Valley estate Cabernet Sauvignon $38

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Station #2: Selections from Domace Vino(Tropical Encounters Exhibit)

Viana Vineyards 2014 (California) Dry Moscato $30

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Panther Creek (Willamette Valley, Oregon) 2014 Pinot Gris $24

Notes: Vigin (Piedmont, Italy) 2014 unoaked Chardonnay $15

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DiMartina (Piedmont, Italy) Langhe Rosso $20

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Vigin (Piedmont, Italy) 2013 Barbera d'Alba $18

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Panther Creek "winemaker's cuvee" Willamette Valley Pinot Noir $30

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Dama (Washington) 2012 "Cowgirl Cabernet" $20

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Dama (Walla Walla, Washington) 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon $35

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Station #3: Selections from Paustis Wine Company(1st floor of Visitor Center)

Hugl 2014 (Austria - liter btl) Gruner Veltliner $15

Notes: Murrietta's Well "The Whip" (Livermore, California) white blend $20

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Hahn "SLH" (Santa Lucia Highlands, California) Chardonnay $22

Notes: "60 Souls" (Dundee, Oregon) 2014 Pinot Noir $19

Notes: Rocca delle Macie (Tuscany, Italy) Chianti Classico $17

Notes: Broadside 2014 (Paso Robles, California) Cabernet Sauvignon $15

Notes: Devils Collection red (Casillero del Diablo, Chile) red blend $17

Notes: Trivento 2012 (Mendoza) "Golden Reserve" Malbec $21

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Station #4: Selections from Bellboy(1st floor of Visitor Center)

Willamette Valley Vineyards (Oregon) 2014 Riesling $15

Notes: Huntaway (Marlborough, New Zealand) 2014 Sauvignon Blanc $19

Notes: Guy Saget "le petit perrier" 2014 (Loire, France) dry Rose $12

Notes: Jameson Ranch "Whiplash" (Lodi, California) Zinfandel $12

Notes: La Fleur des Aubiers (Bordeaux, France) 2010 Medoc rouge $15

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Pendulum (Columbia Valley, Washington) 2013 Red Blend $18

Notes: Saint Hallett "Faith" (Barossa, Australia) Shiraz $16

Notes: Hindsight 2013 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon $25

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Station #5: Selections from OENO Distribution(Garden Safari Gifts)

Lone Birch 2014 (Yakima, Washington) Pinot Gris $12

Notes: Dr. Konstantin Frank (Finger Lakes, NY) Rkatsiteli white $16

Notes: Airfield (Washington, 375ml btl) Late Harvest Riesling $16

Notes: Lone Birch (Yakima, Washington) Red Blend $12

Notes: City Limits (Covington Cellars, Washington) Cabernet Sauvignon $16

Notes: Trisaetum 2014 Willamette Valley (Oregon) Pinot Noir $25

Notes: Alexandria Nicole "Alderdale" (Horse Heaven Hills) Cabernet Sauvignon $30

Notes: Alexandria Nicole "Jet Black" (Horse Heaven Hills) Syrah $25

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Station #6: selections from Vinocopia(1st floor of Visitor Center)

Piattelli (Cafayate/Salta, Argentina) 2014 Torrontes $14

Notes: Donati "sisters forever" (central coast, California) unoaked Chardonnay $15

Notes: Piattelli (Mendoza, Argentina) 2015 dry Rose of Malbec $14

Notes: De Martino estate (Chile) organic Cabernet Sauvignon $15

Notes: De Martino estate (Chile) estate Carmenere $15

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Station #6 (continued)

Piattelli (Cafayate/Salta, Argentina) 2013 reserve Malbec $15

Notes: Piattelli (Cafayate/Salta, Argentina) 2014 reserve Cabernet Sauvignon $15 Notes: Donati Family Vineyards 2012 (central coast, California) Merlot $20

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Station #7: Selections from The Wine Company(Marjorie McNeely Conservatory)

Saint Clair 2014 (Marlborough, New Zealand) Sauvignon Blanc $18

Notes: Left Coast Cellars (Willamette Valley) 2014 "Truffle Hill" Chardonnay $24

Notes: Novelty Hill (Columbia Valley, Washington) 2013 Viognier $23

Notes: "Carisma" (McNab Ridge, California) frizzante Syrah $12

Notes: Saint Clair 2013 (Marlborough, New Zealand) Pinot Noir $20

Notes: Left Coast Cellars (Willamette) 2013 "Cali's cuvee" Pinot Noir $24

Notes: Cline 2013 Sonoma Coast (Sonoma, California) Merlot $16

Notes: Melville 2013 (Sta Rita Hills, California) "Verna's Estate" Syrah $30

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Station #8: Libation Project with VDC Imports(Marjorie McNeely Conservatory)

Mercat Brut Nature (Spain) Cava sparkling $17

Notes: Domaine Cassignoles (France) 2014 Cotes de Gascogne Blanc $11

Notes: Walnut Block 2014 (Marlborough, New Zealand) Sauvignon Blanc $15

Notes: Planet Oregon 2014 (Oregon) Pinot Noir $20

Notes: Aphaea red 2013 (South Africa) cellarmasters blend $13

Notes: Chateau Coupe Roses 2014 (Languedoc, France) Minervois $15

Notes: Scaramanga Red (Nabygelegen, South Africa) red blend $25

Notes: Longridge (Stellenbosch, South Africa) Pinotage $27

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Station #9: Selections from Tradition Wines and Spirits (Marjorie McNeely Conservatory)

Cane and Fable (Paso Robles, California) 2014 Sauvignon Blanc $17

Notes: Field Recordings (California) "Fiction White" Pinot Gris $17

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Station #9 (continued)

Field Recordings (California) "Neverland" Cabernet Sauvignon $20

Notes: "The Gardener" (Sonoma Coast, California) 2013 Pinot Noir $30

Notes: Simple Solace (Paso Robles, California) Zinfandel blend $20

Notes: "Farm Life" 2012 (Farm and Planet) Napa Valley red blend $24

Notes: Imbue Cellars (Oregon) "Bittersweet" White Vermouth $30

Notes: Imbue Cellars (Oregon) "Petal and Thorn" Red Vermouth $30

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Station #10: Selections from New France Wine Company (Marjorie McNeely Conservatory)

Barocco Prosecco (Italy) extra dry sparkling $15

Notes: Txakoli Ameztoi (Spain) Txakolina bianco $20

Notes: Maison Legrand 2014 (Gascogne, France) Gros Manseng $10

Notes: Chapoutier "Bila Haut" (France) Languedoc-Roussillon rouge $15

Notes: La Posta "Pizzella" (Mendoza, Argentina) Malbec $18

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Station #10 (continued)

Sleight of Hand (Washington) Spellbinder red blend $20

Notes: Bodegas Ostatu (Spain) Rioja Crianza $19

Notes: Alvaro Palacios "Camins del Priorat" (Spain) Priorat $24

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Station #11: SAKE selections from Vine Connections(Marjorie McNeely Conservatory)

Pearls of Simplicity (Konteki) junmai daiginjo 720ml $36

Notes: Rhythm of the Centuries (Yuho) kimoto junmai 720ml $32

Notes: Forgotten Fortune (Fukucho) junmai 720ml $32

Notes: Wandering Poet (Rihaku) junmai ginjo 300ml $16

Notes: Dreamy Clouds (Rihaku) nigori 300ml $15

Notes: Station #12: Selections from Chankaska Creek Winery (Auditorium 2nd floor of Visitor Center)

Chankaska (Minnesota) Apple Wine $14

Notes: "Creekside White" (dry American white wine blend) by Chankaska Wines $16 Notes:

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Station #12 (continued)

"Petite Colline" white (Minnesota, dry La Crescent blend) by Chankaska Wines $22

Notes: "Creekside Red" (dry American red wine blend) by Chankaska Wines $16

Notes: Chankaska 2014 Marquette (Minnesota) dry red $20 Notes: Chankaska 2013 reserve Marquette (Minnesota) dry red $30

Notes: North Forest "Krem" (Minnesota) walnut/maple cream (inquire, limited)

Notes:

Please return your wine glass before leaving this evening

COMO BEER GARDEN(Auditorium 2nd floor of Visitor Center)

Blackeye Roasting Company St. Paul, MN

Nitro Cold Brew, Cold Brewed Coffee

Notes: Badger Hill Brewing Company Shakopee, MN

MSB, 5.7% ABV, Special BitterTraitor, 7.0% ABV, IPAHigh Road Everyday Ale, 5.0% ABV, Session Ale

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Excelsior Brewing Company Excelsior, MN

Bitteschlappe, 6.5% ABV, Brown AleXLCR, 5.8% ABV, American Pale AleBig Island Blond, 5.5% ABV, Blond Ale

Notes: Lift Bridge Brewing Company Stillwater, MN Farm Girl, 5.8% ABV, SaisonHop Dish, 7.5% ABV, IPAWarden, 5.75% ABV, Milk Stout

Notes: Oskar Blues Brewery Longmont, CO

Dale’s Pale Ale, 6.5% ABV, American Pale Ale Old Chub, 8.0% ABV, Scotch Ale IPA, 6.43% ABV, India Pale Ale

Notes: Goose Island Brewing Company Chicago, IL

Four Star Pils, 5.1% ABV, Pilsner Green Line, 5.4% ABV, Pale Ale Goose IPA, 5.9% ABV, IPA

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Stella Artois Leuven, Belgium

Cidre, 4.5% ABV, Hard Apple Cider

Notes:

Alaskan Brewing Company Juneau, AK Amber, 5.3% ABV, Alt Style Ale White, 5.3% ABV, Witbier Hop Turn, 7.5% ABV, IPA

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Como Beer Garden (Continued)

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Como Friends would like to sincerely thank the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory staff for their support of this event, especially the horticulture staff for all the work they did to prepare the gardens.

Thank you to Bouquets sponsors: Berger Transfer, Standard Water Control Systems, Andersen Corporation, BrightWines, Original Gravity, and Lancer Catering.

Thank you to Bouquets generous wine, beer and food participants:

Bellboy, Bourget Imports, Chankaska Creek, Domace Vino, Libation Project with VDC Imports, New France Wine Co, Oeno Distribution, Paustis Wine Company, Tradition Wine and Spirits, The Wine Company, Vine Connections, and Vinocopia.

Alaskan Brewing Company, Badger Hill Brewing Company, Blackeye Roasting Company, Excelsior Brewing Company, Goose Island Brewing Company, Lift Bridge Brewery, Odell Brewing Company, Original Gravity, Oskar Blues Brewery and Stella Artois.

A Gourmet Thyme, Annona Gourmet, Chin Dian, Citizen Supper Club, Cook St. Paul, El Burrito Mercado, Good Earth Restaurant, Grand Casino, Hola Arepa, Mojo Monkey, Rival House, Sakura Restaurant and Bar, Signature Café and Catering, Stout's Pub, Sweet Science Ice Cream, Tamarack Taproom and Woolley's American Steakhouse. Thank you as well to all of tonight’s volunteers whose donation of time and talent makes this event possible.

Deep gratitude to Dave Kuennen of BrightWines and Dan Parker of Original Gravity for sharing their expertise and passion for wine and beer to create this unique event.

We are grateful to the dedicated 2016 Bouquets Committee for their hard work planning this event.

Diana Allen Cheryl Casey Karen Cooley-Kistler Sherry Fonseth-Lais Amanda Golden Bonnie Hanson Mary Huss

Dave Kuennen Caroline Mehlhop Nancy Miller Dan Parker Jackie Sticha Lindsay Sypnieski

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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Como Friends inspires community generosity to advance Como Park Zoo & Conservatory as a destination where people from all walks of life can gather, learn and enjoy the natural world. Since 1999, Como Friends has reinvested more than $35 million in programs and improvements at Como that have helped to make this free admission treasure Minnesota’s most visited cultural destination.

651-487-8229 -- www.comofriends.org

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President: Jackie Sticha

Board of Directors:

Board Members:

Chair: Nancy Nelson Vice Chair: Susan Roeder

Treasurer: Tom HodnefieldSecretary: Jackie Sticha

Diana Allen Sheila BrownArta CheneyJennifer DenysScott DongoskeAnne Hazelroth FieldSherry Fonseth-LaisStephen FossLaura FriesMichelle FurrerMike HahmPatrick HarrisTom HodnefieldRobert HokeBill KaphingMatt Kramer

Patrick McIntyreGreg McNeelyNicky NagleJoe NayquonabeMartha NelsonNancy NelsonErik OrdwayLynette PalmgrenBill ParkerSusan RoederWendy RubinArvind SharmaLiz SmithPeter ThraneEdwin van der Hoek

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