By Staff
Niles – Who says there is no such thing as a free lunch? Or, for that matter, a free education? Red Shoe Jewelry and Apparel in downtown Niles is sponsoring a free Lunch and Learn Series every Thursday throughout the month of May which will feature 20 minute presentations by local business owners and a complimentary lunch provided by The Purple Rose Cafe.
Meg Truesdell, owner of Red Shoe Jewelry and Apparel said she decided to put the series together to promote lunchtime traffic on Main Street.
"No one has time during the week to get everything done, especially if they're feeling like they have to run to Grape Road every time they need a gift for someone or a salon service for themselves. I thought that if I could get a few more local residents to think of coming downtown during their lunch hour it would be beneficial for everyone."
The topics in the series were chosen by the presenters themselves, each an expert in their field. Vickie Lee Mitchell is a certified massage therapist and Reiki Master with a space on Main Street will be speaking about beneficial relaxation techniques. Val Lang, a regular at the Niles French Market is an aromatherapist with over 17 years of experience, whose presentation will focus on improving our energy levels through the use of essential oils.
Susan Sakara, owner of The Lipstick Jungle in downtown Niles, is an expert skin aesthetician who has trained throughout the world and will be teaching attendees how to maintain an eyebrow shape which will create the illusion of a surgical eye lift.
Truesdell, a jewelry designer and fashion enthusiast, will speak about getting the most out of our wardrobes by using accessories.
Each presentation begins at 12:20 and will be finished by 12:40 so attendees can be back at their desks before the lunch hour is over.
Julia Hoskins, owner of the new Purple Rose Cafe in the Four Flags Antique Mall on Second Street will be providing a complimentary light lunch and dessert which will be available between noon and 1 p.m. The Lunch and Learn Series is free, but space is limited, so Truesdell recommends guests RSVP to guarantee a seat to (269) 684-1244.
May 10
Relaxation in a Stressful World
Vickie Lee Mitchell of A Sacred Space
May 17
Energize Your Life with Essential Oils!
Valkyrie Lang of A Natural Hi
May 24
Maximize Your Wardrobe: Accessorizing Like a Stylist
Meg Truesdell of Red Shoe Jewelry and Apparel
May 31
Eyebrows: The Eye-Lift Illusion
Susan Sakara of The Lipstick Jungle