It’s time to summon up your creative side and assemble, abscond with or otherwise acquire an apron for the gastronomically infamous North Market Apron Gala. We’re not apron authorities, but through the years we’ve witnessed waist-tied attire that runs the gamut from naughty to nice, vintage to topical, unbiased to political and even some that resembled colorful creatures (Fred Holdridge and his flamingo, for instance). One of the nicer things about wearing an apron to the affair (aside from the prizes to be won) is that it nicely camouflages any inflated midsections that may arise from the fabulous feasting to be done. So get ready to tie one on at the 16th annual fundraiser for the North Market Development Authority. The Apron Gala will take place on Saturday, May 19 from 7 – 10 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person.

 

Graze on delightful and delectable appetizers, main tastes and desserts, artfully prepared by our merchants. Enjoy assorted wines, Columbus Brewing Company micro-brews, soft drinks, coffee and tea, plus live music, a silent auction and other entertaining surprises. Prizes will be awarded for the night’s best aprons and special culinary awards to merchants for their gastronomic entries. As an added special treat, Tricia Wheeler, Chef and Editor of Edible Columbus will be creating canapés in the Dispatch Kitchen throughout the evening and giving away copies of her new local-foods-centric publication.

 

An extraordinary silent auction continues to be one of the most popular features of the evening. Up for bid are various themed packages highlighting market merchants, neighborhoods (like Downtown, the Short North, Grandview and German Village), sporting events (Blue Jackets, Columbus Crew, golf), and getaways. Each bundle will contain a host of amenities from theatre tickets and restaurant gift certificates to spa services, gourmet products and hotel stays. Attendees are encouraged to bring their checkbooks or credit cards to take advantage of the unique deals!

 

As the title of the event implies, all in attendance are encouraged to wear their favorite apron or create one in honor of the gala! Best male and female aprons will be selected and all guests wearing an apron will be entered into a drawing for a special prize. In case you lack the time and energy to create or buy your own apron, we’ll make it easy on you: commemorative aprons will be available on sale for $15 at the event.

 

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ChristinaKristin: handmade accessories, earrings, necklaces, hair decor

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Designs by Rhea: beaded and wire jewelry

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Dragon Ikka: spiritual message in Japanese calligraphy

Eco Assist: natural personal and home care products

Eric Rausch Art: functional pottery and decorative wonders

Green Handle Designs: hand-crafted jewelry, duct tape art

Jewels by Juls: one of a kind jewelry for the one of a kind woman

Megalo Designs: jewelry and accessories

Senta Rousseau-Taylor: recycled, repurposed eclectic vintage furnishing

Sweet Stella Designs: confectionary jewelry & accessories

Umbrella Girl Productions: handcrafted accessories, housewares, and paper goods!

Una Tia Especial: jewelry

Valerie Long Jewelry: artisan jewelry with upcycled vintage findings

Vintage Gal Creations: vintage découpaged items, vintage inspired jewelry

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