Put The “P” In Party With Wine Pairings
Alpenrose Restaurant & Café
Learn wine pairing fundamentals for you next party! Enjoy three courses of appetizers expertly paired with wines selected by sommelier Robin Jackson.
Sat: 2 pm (Hour and a Half)

Get Creative!
Beth Charles Art
Three local artists will demonstrate three creative techniques you can try at home! Learn to make handmade greeting cards, find how to create personalized mixed media memories, and watch as artist Beth Charles completes a painting in one hour using her signature fresh, fast, and loose style.
Sat: 1 pm • Sun: 1 pm (Hour and a Half)

Cheesecake Perfection
Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant
Join our Executive Chef Todd Van Wieren as he shows you how to decorate a cheesecake that will put Martha Stewart to shame! Then try your hand at decorating your own an delectable piece of art!
Sat: 1 pm and 3 pm

Margaritas and Martinis
Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant
Our Bar Manager Ben Bouman will teach you how to make the perfect Margarita and a special Chocolate Rasberry Martini. Taste tesing included!
Sat: 2 pm

T-Shirt Scarves
Borr’s Bootery
Make your very own t-shirt scarf! This project is fun and easy…even for you “non-crafty” ladies! All required materials are provided.
Fri: 12 pm – 5 pm • Sat: 10 am – 5 pm

Spin The Wheel
Canterbury Cottage
Spin the prize wheel to win great discounts and free prizes! Desserts and beverages will also be served.
Fri: 10 am – 6 pm • Sat: 10 am – 6 pm

Scarf Tying Demonstration
Cotton Bay
What woman doesn’t love to wear a scarf? Learn fun and unique ways to wear the trend that just won’t stop!
Sat: 11 am – 4 pm

Become A Professional Wrapper
Fris Hallmark
You’ll never need to have your presents professionally gift-wrapped again! Learn fun ways to wrap gifts and get tips for creating the perfect gift bag!
Fri: 9 am – 9 pm • Sat: 9 am – 8 pm • Sun: 12 pm – 4 pm

Oil and Vinegar Sampling
Fustini’s Oils & Vinegars
Try our unique olive oils and balsamic vinegars and sample recipes made with our products. You can also try a sugar scrub for your hands made with olive oil!
Fri: 10 am – 6 pm • Sat: 10 am – 7 pm • Sunday: 10 am – 3 pm

Ear Seeds
Harbor Health & Massage
Learn to relax! Acupuncturist Pat Leighton will place a seed (yes, a bird seed) on a special point on your ear to mimic the relaxing benefits of acupuncture.
Fri: 9:30 am – 5 pm

Ladies High Tea
Haworth Inn
Join us for a traditional high tea for ladies only! Enjoy full tea service, complete with scones and finger sandwiches!
Sat: 3:00 pm

Putting the “U” in BeaUtiful
In Your Corner
Begin the process of discovering what stands between you and your passion. Join Shelly in this interactive workshop, raise your awareness, and give yourself permission to step in and create the desires of your heart. This activity takes place at the Beth Charles Art studios.
Fri: 12 pm • Sat: 12:00 pm (One Hour)

Decorate Yourself!
Interiors on 8th
Check out the latest Stella & Dot jewelry and accessory line and learn how great design isn’t just for your home, but for your overall look too!
Sat: 10 am – 5 pm

Accessorize Yourself Through 2012
jb and me
Learn how to wear 2012’s latest accessories! Get tips for layering jewelry, wrapping scarves, and mixing prints. Join us throughout the day to play with our accessories!
Sat: 10 am – 6 pm (On The Hour)

Meet and Greet
Karla’s Place
Marianne Richmond, beloved children’s book author, artist, jewelry designer, will be here to autograph copies of her books (purchased at Karla’s Place) and to chat about her jewelry line. We know Girlfriends Weekend is about getting away, but we think you just might want to take home a personalized copy of one of her books, which speak right to the heart!
Sat: 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Mini Express Makeover
Merle Norman Cosmetics
Let our trained beauty consultants show you quick tips for an instant spring lift for your look!
Fri: 10 am – 8 pm •Sat: 10 am – 6 pm • Sun: 12 pm – 4 pm

Get Your Skin To Smile
Moynihan Gallery
Learn from the artisans at The Rain Bucket Soapworks how something as abundant as rainwater can work magic on your skin, hair, and level of happiness! Explore the gorgeous and feel-good world of rainwater-made soaps, bath bombs, and solid lotions and benefit from the freshest products to hit this year’s West Michigan beauty scene. Come away with great gift ideas for others and little luxuries for you.
Fri: 11 am – 5 pm • Sat: 11 am – 5 pm • Sun: 11 am – 4 pm

How Old Is Your Bra?
Muriel’s Intimate Apparel
Learn the how to care for your bra the right way to make it stand the test of time!
Fri: 3 pm • Sat: 3 pm

Jewelry Making
Newb’s
Join us on Friday to make your own fashionable bracelet. On Saturday, learn to make an earring organizer for all the great earrings you’ll find in store. And on Sunday, learn to make a cute ring!
Fri: 10 am – 8 pm • Sat: 10 am – 8 pm • Sun: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Rustic Coaster Craft
Northern Rustics
Learn how to make your own rustic coasters in just a few simple steps so you can bring a little “Up North” home with you!"
Fri: TBD • Sat: 10 am – 4 pm

Food Samples In The Pantry
Shaker Messenger
Drop by and try a sample of our Michigan-made soup mixes, dips, salsas, desserts, and candies…all available for purchase in the pantry!
Fri: 10 am – 8 pm • Sat: 10 am – 5 pm • Sun: 12 pm – 5 pm

The Pretty Party
Spring Sweet
Entertaining should be fun! Come and check out a variety of different tablescapes with creative ideas for your next party! Whether it’s casual, kid friendly, or elegance you’re looking for, you’ll find great ideas here. While you’re visiting, sign up to be entered for $200 worth of florist services for your next event!
Fri: 10 am – 6 pm • Sat: 10 am – 6 pm

The Art (And Science!) of Chocolate and Coffee Pairing
The Bridge
Sample Fair Trade coffee and chocolates and discover how delicious the combinations can be when you pair them together!
Sat: 10 am – 3 pm

Gourmet Foods Sampling
The Seasoned Home
A representative from Brownwood Farms will be here offering samples of their gourmet food line.
Sat: 11 am – 4 pm

One Of A Kind Jewelry Trunk Show
Thistle Gallery
Chicago jewelry designer Greg Gale will be here sharing his beautiful, one of a kind jewelry pieces.
Sat: 12 pm – 5 pm

Wine And Design
Tikal
Enjoy a glass of wine and other refreshments as you browse our unique designs. Tikal will surprise and delight with our eclectic fashions and funky fun accessories.
Sat: 1 pm – 5 pm

Shopping Tote Spectacular
Tip Toes
Get a free tote bag just for coming in and receive a special Girlfriends Weekend discount on anything you can fit in the bag!
Fri: 10 am – 5:00 pm • Sat: 10 am – 5 pm • Sun: 11 am – 5 pm

NYDJ Giveaway
Yeta’s Fine Fashions
Enter to win a pair of Not Your Daughter’s Jeans and other surprise giveaways. Must be present to win. (Sizes 14W to 24W.)
Fri: 5 pm • Sat: 11 am, 1 pm, 4 pm • Sun: 2 pm