It seemed like Fall was playing games with us this year, and the leaves took forever to turn. But finally the fall foliage has arrived, filling our world with a plethora of beautiful colors. I was afraid we would miss out on that this year with all the unusual weather.
And now another sign of the changing of the seasons is coming our way…
It’s hard to believe, but in just one week, it’s time for my longest (and favorite) show of the year – the Pittsburgh Holiday Market in Market Square!
As they do every year, the Market will have a Soft Opening on the day before Light-Up Night. This year, that date is Thursday, November 15th. (Yes! That’s less than one week away!) Though it won’t be advertised, the Market will be open from 4 to 8 pm that evening. The reason for the soft opening is to test the lights and make sure all the bugs are worked out before the real Light-Up Night festivities begin.
Not many people actually show up because not many people know about it. So I’d like to invite you, my favorite customers, to join me downtown for a Soft Opening Jump Start Sale at my Holiday Chalet! I’m offering a straight 15% off everything in my Chalet for my readers. Just print this email and bring it with you to my Chalet next Thursday between 4 and 8 pm. You can find me near the live stage.
What if you’re busy that night or out of town? I’ll save you the travel time and gas by offering Free Shipping on everything on my website for one day only – from 12:01 am, Thursday, November 15th, until 11:59 pm that night. Taking advantage of the one-day-only online free shipping isn’t quite as good as being there, but close enough! I’ll be happy to personalize your gifts if you just mention it with your order.
Many of you have asked about Santa’s schedule for the Christmas season. Listed below are the dates he will be at the Santa House in Market Square. Please bring your kids, your cousins, your nieces and nephews, your neighbors, your friends, your parents and grandparents, and especially YOURSELF and have a fun time together! If you purchase any of my Santa paintings, he may even be able to sign them.
11/17/18: 4 – 8 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
11/20/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
11/21/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
11/24/18: 9 – 11 am, WPXI Holiday Parade
11/24/18: 4 – 8 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
11/26/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
11/27/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
11/28/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
11/29/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/1/18: 4 – 8 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/3/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/4/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/5/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/8/18: 4 – 8 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/10/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/11/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/12/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/13/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/15/18: 4 – 8 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/19/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
12/20/18: 12 – 3 and 4 – 7 pm, Santa’s House in Market Square
Before things get rolling at the Chalet next week, I have one more pre-holiday show on Saturday (November 10) at Bethel Presbyterian Church in Bethel Park. I will be there in the auditorium from 9 am to 3 pm. If you’re in the neighborhood and want to check out a great craft show, please stop by!
Have a great week! I’m looking forward to seeing you or hearing from you this Holiday Season.