WHAT A WEEKEND… AT MARIA LUISA

Talk about a busy month!
Here at Maria Luisa we have so much going on – and this coming weekend is a prime example.

We hope you’ll make a plan to join us for some (or all) of it.
Here’s what’s up:

• Saturday, Oct. 13
Nyack hosts its inaugural Autumn Sidewalk Sale, a rain-or-shine event running from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Both Maria Luisa Boutique and ML by Maria Luisa will be taking part in this village-wide, brick-and-mortar celebration of shopping local. We’re looking forward to taking it outside – and offerings some special promotions throughout the day.

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• Also on Saturday, Oct. 13
We’re also taking it inside this Saturday afternoon – with another special event. In our ongoing support of local artists and artisans, we are welcoming Nyack-born artist Jane Cowles. She’ll be having a Trunk Show featuring her one-of-a-kind fine-jewelry designs from 2 to 4 p.m. Her creations have been inspired by the gardens of Paris and handcrafted here in New York. (And she’ll also be more than happy to discuss custom work) The “Sweet Shopping Saturday” event, held in Maria Luisa Boutique, will also include sweets by Michael Craft and wine by Grape D’Vine. Do stop in!

• Sunday, Oct. 14
If you’ve been enjoying the autumn weather – and stepping up your exercise regime – then this event may be right up your alley. The ML Faves for Good initiative’s latest event will once again bring our supporters together as we join in the Montefiore Nyack Hospital 28th annual Blow Away Breast Cancer 5K Run-Walk. The event, which takes participants on a scenic route through Nyack’s streets, will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. We hope you’ll consider joining us on the course (participating or cheering the team on) but also help us spread the word. And if you can’t take part on the day, we’d appreciate it if you would consider a donation to this worthy cause. To register or for more information, click here and follow the steps.  >---> Here <---<

As you can see, this coming weekend’s going to be a busy one.
We hope to see you at some point – and thank you, as always, for your continued support!

MINDFULLY… AT MARIA LUISA

As you know, we put a lot of thought into what we bring into both Maria Luisa Boutique and ML by Maria Luisa.

Goods, whether a fall sweater or a scented candle, are not selected solely because they “look good” or “smell just lovely.”

No, all of our sourcing for products goes much deeper – and we believe that is one of the reasons why you continue to be a loyal patron, something we never take for granted.

This autumn, we are really putting the spotlight on what we call “ethical shopping” – once again calling your attention to products and designs that have deeper meaning.

As Maria Luisa Whittingham says, “Just because something is made in a particular region doesn’t mean it’s made ethically.”

We do research on what we bring into the shops, as we continue our search to supplement our longtime brands and designs that you know and love with new finds from around the world that add something more to the mix.

That’s why we will continue to share the stories behind our goods with you, whether they are items made following Fair Trade practices, designs that benefit women across the globe or even products that directly support our local artists and artisans.

Feel free to always ask us about anything that catches your eye; we like nothing more than to share the story behind what fills our shops.

And to keep that conversation going – both literally and figuratively – we ask you to “save the date” of Nov. 8 when we host a special evening from 5 to 8 p.m.

We will officially introduce one of our newest brands – MacKenzie83, a New-York based, made-in-America company that designs eco-friendly, responsibly sourced accessories featuring organic, free-range and vegetable-tanned leathers, organic cottons and recycled metals.

We plan to not only showcase its handcrafted creations but also host a “sip and chat” about Fair Trade and ethical shopping options, focusing on why we decided to carry the brand – and how you can get more involved in how you shop and what it all means.

The evening will also serve to raise funds for one of our important local nonprofits, the Center for Safety and Change, with 20 percent of all product sales to be donated to the organization.

And a bonus? You’ll also save 10% that evening on MacKenzie83 purchases above $200.

It’s really a win-win, don’t you think?

Sign up through our Facebook events page (Link HERE) - and hope to see you there!

• And speaking of supporting local artists and artisans, we hope you’ll also make a plan to stop by Oct. 13, when we offer a Trunk Show featuring jewelry from Nyack-born designer and artist Jane Cowles. Coinciding with Nyack’s Fall Sidewalk Sale – another “shop local” event not to be missed – Jane will be on hand from 2 to 4 p.m. showcasing her one-of-a-kind fine jewelry, inspired by the gardens of Paris and handcrafted in New York. We know you’ll just love her work, which also includes custom designs – so we hope to see you then, as well.

(And speaking of happenings this month, remember the final Nyack Street Fair of the year is set for this Sunday).

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

FALL FITNESS, THE MARIA LUISA WAY

Team MLfaves @Blow Away Cancer Run/Walk 2017

There’s something about the crisp air of autumn – just around the corner – that gets us in the mood to exercise.

Perhaps the summer was one long party – when you (we?) enjoyed a few too many barbecues or get-togethers, loading up on everything from s’mores to sugary cocktails…

Well, somehow, exercising outdoors when it’s not 100 degrees and terribly humid seems to have great appeal.

According to WebMD, fall is actually the optimum time to kick-start a fitness program.

Locally, as Beth Chamberlin and Peter Roy, co- owner of Nyack Boot Camp, say, "there are 3 great reasons why September is the perfect time to start exercising again.

1. With school back in session you have more time for yourself
2. The cooler temperatures are perfect for working out
3. You have about 3 months to get your body ready for all those Thanksgiving to New Year's calories."

All we know is we’re ready to lace up our walking (or running shoes) and hit the local parks, paths along the river or even our closest high-school track.

We’ve also got a great way for you to commit to your new plan – join the Maria Luisa effort as our ML Faves for Good initiative takes part in another event in coming weeks.

If you haven’t heard, we’ll be following up our inspiring participation in the Women’s Distance Festival this past July at Rockland Lake, a benefit for the Center for Safety and Change, by joining together for the Montefiore Nyack Hospital 28^th Annual Blow Away Breast Cancer 5K Run-Walk.

It will be held through Nyack’s streets, a scenic route to be followed from 9 to 11 a.m. Oct. 14.

Please consider joining us in the event – and helping us spread the word. Even if you can’t take part on that day, we’d be grateful if you consider a donation.

It’s going to be a great way to not only support a most important cause – but also give us added incentive to get out and exercise with a great group of people.

To register, or for more information, click here.... and follow the steps below.

1-Click on Adult or Youth tab

2a-Enter your name  2b Select team bys crolling down to MLfaves for Good team 2c- Runner or Walker? 2d-Complete remaining questions.

3-Fill in your (optional) donation and scroll down and assign to the  Mlfaves for GOOD team fundraiser.  Then complete fu=orm and submit!  
If you need registration assistance, Please contact us at MLfaves for GOOD

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