It’s time to pull out those red pens and draw a heart around Saturday, Feb. 10 on your calendars, because for the first time ever, the gals behind your favorite newsletter will host a special Valentine’s market + networking event — may we present to you NOOGAtoday, Cupid Tomorrow.
From 6 to 9 p.m., you can head over to The Historic, located at 1601 Rossville Ave., for an evening of community, shopping, and connecting. Upstairs, you can experience a market featuring local vendors + head downstairs for a more intimate setting at the speakeasy-style bar.
Here’s who you can expect to see.
Get a themed flash tattoo from this local shop.
Photo by Ricky Davis via @mainlinetattoo
Vendors
Main Line Tattoo | Get a tattoo from three different artists, shop art from the studio + learn about its upcoming Literary Ink tattoo convention. Bonus: Get 15% off passes when using promo code NOOGATODAY.
Love, Eros | Make your connection a little more binding with this local business that offers permanent jewelry + customizable hats.
Joli Jardin | Prepare for the big day by getting a flower arrangement from this local spot’s traveling shop Little Blume.
Sleepyhead Coffee | Grab a coffee from the cart while shopping the market or head downstairs for a mocktail takeover at the bar.
The August Sisters | Shop from a collection of handcrafted jewelry from local sisters — perfect as a gift for your valentine.
Kait Makes | Shop from this maker’s chain stitched accessories. Bonus: Enjoy a full love-filled weekend by heading to this creator’s Galentine’s event on Sunday, Feb. 11.
River City Street Poet | Get an original poem created on the spot by a local writer.
Kris Bespalec | This local artist will be set up to read your + your plus one’s future with the help of tarot.
Aura Soul Photos | Capture the affectionate moments of the evening with a special aura reading photo session.
Bloom CBD | Shop self-care products made with natural ingredients like bath bombs and body oils.
The Rustic House | Smell the various scents of this handcrafted candle + oil shop — get a preview.
Pepper Palm | Create your own signature perfume at this booth that will have that special someone thinking of you whenever they smell it.
Shop Sugar Daddy | From vintage clothes to home goods, shop from this secondhand business of well-loved items.
mrc_ceramics | Gift your loved one (even if it’s yourself) a beautiful piece of handcrafted pottery. Bonus: This booth will also showcase art from a friend.
The HART Gallery | See artwork from this Southside gallery’s collection that was created by local artists.
Burkshelf | Pick up your next TBR selection from this duo of indie fiction writers.
Rachel Craven | You’ll be seeing nothing but hearts — shop from mini love song canvases.
Nurture Wellness | Take a breather from shopping by sitting for a chair massage from a local massage therapist.
Style Verde | Stop by this booth for vintage + custom sewn clothing and designs.
Kat’s Creations | Looking for something a little fun and groovy? Shop tie-dyed clothing.
Bo Peep’s Black Sheep | See an art demonstration up in the venue’s loft from a local artist.
Creations From Autumn’s Closet | Find upcycled and eclectic jewelry + art for a special gift.
Jonny Poppers | All this talk about shopping has made us hungry — grab a bite from this “burger buggy.”
Raffle
For the moment you’ve all been waiting for, let’s get into the prizes. Note: While this is a pop-in whenever event, raffle tickets will be handed out at the door until 7:30 p.m. + winners will be announced at 8:30 p.m. You must be present to win — so stick around for a chance to take home these items.
- Voucher to Main Line Tattoo to go towards your next appointment
- Pair of earrings from The August Sisters
- Sweet treat from Coco Asante
- Merch from Unknown Caller Bar, Shady’s Corner + Attack of the Tatsu
- Bracelet with lava beads + travel-size essential oil from Creations from Autumn’s Closet
- T-shirt from Kat’s Creations
- $25 gift card to Sleepyhead Coffee
- Two mugs from mrc_ceramics
- Two upcycled Valentine’s stockings from Style Verde (perfect for all of your new goodies)
- Personalized bandanna from Kait Makes
Ready for this love fest? Save the date on your calendar.
