Last year, four sweet, incredible friends in Ridgeland had a brilliant idea. Barbara Mangrum, Lea Anne Stacy, Anne Butler and Mary Miller are all exceptionally creative with their own unique talents. The four women decided to reach out to other artists of all genres, put together a home show, and sell some of their creations in a holiday market for Christmas shoppers. And just like that, On A L.A.R.K. was born!
Mary Miller’s daughter, Laurel Donahoo, was hired to help with event branding and promotion. Just like her mother, Laurel is quite talented, and her paper company, The Lovely Bee, will also have a booth at the market! Laurel fills us in on this delightful event and what shoppers can expect at On A L.A.R.K this Saturday, November 15th, from 10am until 5pm in Ridgeland!
Tell us a little about this holiday market and how it draws attention to local artisans and a non-profit!
On A L.A.R.K. is a chance to draw attention to artisans in the area! This year, there will be a local non-profit called Mercy House with a booth to raise awareness selling some pretty nifty handmade goods like bracelets and crosses. They have a neat faith-based program that helps equip homeless with that they need to get off of the streets.
Where is the holiday market located?
It is actually at the home of Lea Anne Stacy, one of the organizers! Her home is INCREDIBLE! Even if you are not in the market for any gifts, it is worth coming out just to get design ideas from her beautiful house. Most of the event will be held indoors, but there are a few artisans who will have their booths located outside.
Are all of the vendors from the Jackson/Ridgeland area?
Most are from right here in the metro area, but there are a few traveling in from out of town! It should be a wonderful group with a huge variety of things from art to jewelry to t-shirts to handmade soaps to pre-prepared food!
Why is this event so important?
This event is important because it increases awareness of the talent we have right here in our hometown. Last year, I learned about so many little home-based businesses that have the neatest wares and ideas that I’d never ever heard of before! Events like this really highlight what’s going on right under our noses that we might otherwise miss! This year there are several new vendors whose things I’m DYING to see! I personally hope to knock out a lot of my Christmas shopping all on Saturday!
Thank you, Laurel, for highlighting this fantastic event! For more information on this delightful market, visit On A L.A.R.K.’s Facebook page here!
All of the gorgeous items pictured will be for sale at On A L.A.R.K. this Saturday. Happy Holiday Shopping!
{Blog by Mitchell Walters}
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