The Junior League of Birmingham is getting ready for The Market 2010, a three-day shopping extravaganza Oct. 14-16 at the Cahaba Grand Conference Center.
The event begins with the Market Morning Brunch Oct. 14 at 9 a.m. The brunch features one of the South’s most creative and renowned floral designers, Sybil Sylvester of Wildflower Designs. Allie Black, of “Wholesome by Allie,” will be on hand with meal-planning ideas for simple, healthy living.
Also on Oct. 14, Southern Beauty magazine and Diamonds Direct will present the Beauty and Bauble Party at 7 p.m. The evening includes light hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, diamond drop and shopping. With each glass of champagne purchased, guests will be eligible to win a loose diamond valued at $4,200 from Diamonds Direct.
A silent auction will feature items provided by Southern Beauty magazine. Troy Black, contributor to “The Big Book of BBQ” from the editors of Southern Living, will be selling and signing copies of the book while performing demonstrations during the party.
Each guest will receive a swag bag courtesy of Southern Beauty magazine.
Story times with Clifford, the Big Red Dog, will be Oct. 16 at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Birmingham Reads and Barnes & Noble are sponsors.
The market will be stroller-free all day Thursday and Friday until 2 p.m. Strollers are welcome after 2 p.m. Friday and all day Saturday.
A nursing specialist will offer flu shots on Friday.
Parking is free. Shuttle service will be available to the door.
Tickets are $12 for general admission, $24 for a three-day Market Must Have Pass, $32 for the Beauty and Bauble Party and $32 for the Market Morning Brunch. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.jlbonline.com .
Proceeds from ticket sales promote the JLB’s mission to support the community by improving the lives of women and children.