Upgrading Mac OS X v10.3.9 to v10.7?

I recently "inherited" an original Mac Mini that is currently running on OS X version 10.3.9. I was wondering what do I need to get in order to update it to the latest Mac operating system? (OS X Lion 10.7?) I really don't know much about Macs, but I know that my current version is severely outdated. I'm most interested in getting this Mac Mini to run iTunes 10.5! So far it can only handle iTunes 7.7.1. Is it possible to upgrade my OS to 10.7 when I only have 10.3? I don't mind if I need to purchase software from an Apple store, but I have no idea what I need to get! Please help!

Look for copies on eBay, CraigsList, and Amazon.com. Be sure to only purchase the full retail package. It does not have to be 10.5.8 because you can download Combo Updaters freely from Apple to update an earlier version of Leopard.
For a while Apple was still selling copies via AppleCare but I don't know if they still do. Check them out first:
Apple Store Customer Service at 1-800-676-2775 or visit online Help for more information.
To contact product and tech support visit online support site.

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