Come together with friends and family for an evening of shopping from local artisans as we celebrate all the mothers out there. With our curated selection of vendors — many of whom are mothers — you’re sure to find something special for Mom (and hopefully something for yourself)!
This year, we have the honor of partnering with Springfield History Museum and Springfield Downtown to bring the community together for a unique event. A full cash bar with a savory menu of goodies will be presented by the new Jackalope Restaurant. Also, be sure to explore the impressive exhibitions on both floors of the museum!
Complimentary valet parking and a free signature tote bag will be provided for all guests. A portion of the ticket proceeds will be donated to the Springfield Museums and Springfield Downtown.
As attendance will be limited, be sure to reserve tickets as early as possible.
Presenting Sponsor
Come together with friends and family for an evening of shopping from local artisans as we celebrate all the mothers out there. With our curated selection of vendors — many of whom are mothers — you’re sure to find something special for Mom (and hopefully something for yourself)!
This year, we have the honor of partnering with Springfield History Museum and Springfield Downtown to bring the community together for a unique event. A full cash bar with a savory menu of goodies will be presented by the new Jackalope Restaurant. Also, be sure to explore the impressive exhibitions on both floors of the museum!
Complimentary valet parking and a free signature tote bag will be provided for all guests. A portion of the ticket proceeds will be donated to the Springfield Museums and Springfield Downtown.
As attendance will be limited, we encourage you to reserve tickets as early as possible.
Presenting Sponsor
Meet Our 2022 Vendors
Dena Pavone Collection
Inspired by a family trip to Italy, we offer custom, handcrafted sandals, wedges, and accessories from the Amalfi Coast — using the finest
Italian leathers and with signature Swarovski Crystal elements. They offer many custom options that their expert stylist, Dena, will guide
you through. They also have many beautiful in-stock options for holiday gifts.
BEAUTYCOUNTER
One by one, we are leading a movement to a future where all beauty is clean beauty. We are powered by people, and our collective mission is to get safer products into the hands of everyone. Formulate, advocate, & educate—that’s our motto for creating clean beauty products that truly perform while holding ourselves to unparalleled standards of safety. Why? It’s really this simple: beauty should be good for you.
Annie’s Candles 01095
All-natural hand-poured soy candles in unique versatile vessels. Choose from a selection of popular seasonal scents.
Birch & Ivory
Handmade leather goods including bags, wallets, and accessories. Using the highest quality materials, meticulous loving care is poured into each and every piece — a beautifully made collection that will last you a lifetime. Locally made in Hampden, Massachusetts, all designs are created by the talented Karen Ford. You’re sure to appreciate her gorgeous one-of-a-kind works of art.
BOHO Chocolate
Award-Winning Bean-to-Bar Chocolate made from scratch. Located in Florence Massachusetts. Organic Chocolate that is socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. BOHO Chocolate is dedicated to creating exquisite tasting chocolate in small batches from scratch. From sorting cacao beans, roasting, winnowing, grinding, conching, tempering, to tasting . . . they’ve are truly master chocolatiers.
Susan Neiland Jewelry
Susan Nieland has been designing one-of-a-kind necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and rings for over two decades. Lauded for its delicate craftsmanship and organic beauty, her collection is a reflection of the beautiful beaches, light and open sky that surround Susan and her family on Long Island’s East End. Susan’s handmade pieces are derived from observing nature in all of its forms.
Bottle Branch
Elizabeth Pyle is the founder, botanist, designer, and photographer of Bottle Branch. She shares her love for flowers, plants, nature, gardening, making things, and paper goods through her collection of beautiful stationery, wrapping paper, and accessories imprinted with her unique floral arrangements. Be sure to follow her on Instagram — her imagery is equally as inspiring as her work!
Serve Kindness
Handblown glass vessels for the home with a signature design of a bowl with a stunning, vibrantly colored interior and a brilliant white exterior. Made in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, a Serve Kindness bowl, vase, or reed diffuser represents the very best of American craftsmanship. 10% of every purchase will be donated to a charity serving kindness in the community.
Lake Road Living
Lake Road Living is a premier fashion boutique located in Sturbridge, MA featuring a curated collection of women’s clothing, local artisan jewelry, soy candles, pottery, and small gifts. Find polished styles for everyday life from the carefully selected brands that offer quality clothing whether you are headed to work, attending a wedding, or enjoying a casual gathering with friends… we have styles for every occasion.
Tasteful Skin
What you put on your body is just as important as what you put in your body. Tasteful Skin™ healing balms, moisturizing sanitizers, and therapeutic bath salt blends are made with all-natural plant-based ingredients and infused with clinical-grade essential oils — like food for your skin. Owners, Susan & Jessica, aim to elevate everyday moments of skin-care and self-care.
Playful Minds
A Mother’s Day themed event wouldn’t be complete without the presence of a local business that’s all about kids! We’re delighted to include Playful Minds among our family of vendors. With several learning centers throughout the region, programs for multiple age groups, and a new summer camp, you’ll quickly see why Playful Minds has grown to become an integral part of the community.
Feel Good Shop Local
Coming Soon!
The area’s first-ever online eCommerce marketplace making finding local goods fast, easy, and fun. Discover new businesses and learn more about your local community. Find what you are looking for or something you didn’t expect…without the heavy-lifting.
Kinderhook Gifts
Located in Hampden, Kinderhook Gifts is the area’s newest floral and gift shop featuring designer choice floral arrangements, DIY stem bar, and an eclectic gift selection. Designer choice arrangements ensure no two arrangements are alike and feature local seasonal blooms. The rustic, classic and sassy gift selection encompasses all your needs ranging from jewelry, candles, knives, to home décor and more.
Official Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Meet Your Hosts
Natives to the area and founders of Tasteful Skin (all-natural therapeutic skincare), Susan Manoussoff & Jessica Brand share a passion for spreading nourishment and kindness to oneself and to others. This includes their loyal customers, our precious planet, and our community of fellow entrepreneurs.
Together, they’ve formed A Tasteful Event which focuses on creating events that celebrate local makers and business owners while supporting the community. It’s a pleasure to have you join us and contribute to a magical evening of connection and commerce.
Venue Partner
Welcome
The Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History is known for its local history research facilities, its comprehensive program of changing exhibitions, its diverse educational offerings, and its wide-ranging collections illuminating the history of the Connecticut River Valley.
Parking & Entrance
Complimentary Valet Parking is available for all guests. As you turn onto Edwards Street you’ll see the Museum directly on your left. The entrance to the parking lot will on your left, after the Museum. Follow the valet signs. To enter the event, come in via the building’s main entrance adjacent to the white tent out front. Be sure to retrieve your free tote bag!
Event Partner
A downtown organization that bridges together local businesses and residents, Springfield Downtown is a driving force of economic, cultural, and social development in downtown Springfield. Stay up to date with all that’s happening in Springfield and beyond!
Their mission is to facilitate growth within the downtown community and utilize resources efficiently. City revitalization will be achieved through increased marketing and visibility, partnerships with cultural organizations, keeping the streets safe and clean, improving and renewing infrastructure, and focusing on developing local business. Through these outlets, they aim to build a city that attracts a wide audience to live, work, and play.
A Tasteful Event is part of the Tasteful Brands family of businesses where we focus on cultivating goodness for oneself, our community, and our planet. Creating sustainable products, unique experiences, and delicious memories is our passion. We’re delighted that you’re here, and we invite you to learn more about our sister companies.
