Lowertown Pop Market at Union Depot with More than 40 Local Artisans and Craftspeople

SAINT PAUL, Minn. - March 3, 2019 - PRLog -- The 2019 Lowertown Pop Minnesota maker's market will be held at Union Depot in Lowertown on Saturday, March 30 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event, held in partnership with Becky Sturm of StormSister Spatique, will feature more than 40 local artisans and craftspeople including bakers, distillers, musicians and visual artists, as well as makers of jewelry, apparel, accessories, apothecary goods, toys, decorative objects and much more. New this year is a "Make and Take" craft area hosted by makers from Carver Junk Company where, for a small fee, guests create and craft an item to take home. There will also be a DJ spinning tunes, and magician Eli Sanchez will delight guests with his arsenal of tricks and fun.

Shoppers can browse from an assortment of apothecary, apparel, accessories, décor, and food and beverage items. Tickets are $8 advance and $10 at the door and admission is free for children ages 5 and under. One hundred percent of ticket proceeds will be divided equally between the event charitable partner Her Spirit, a vodka distillery that gives 50 percent of its profits to women entrepreneurs each year, and one lucky Minnesota Maker. There will also be live musical entertainment and refreshments available for purchase, including delicious sandwiches from Chef Earl's BBQ. Another new highlight of Lowertown Pop will be a bar featuring two specialty cocktails crafted with Calvit's Shrubs (the Ginger Gin & Tonic with Calvit's Lemongrass Ginger Shrub and the Thai Tai with Calvit's Basil Thai Shrub). Union Depot Bar & Grill will also be open for guests wishing to enjoy a sit-down meal and beverages.

Visit us at https://uniondepot.org/lowertownpop

Here's a sampling of some of the vendors who will participate:

Apothecary:

·         Sassy Farmgirl Soaps by Olivia

·         Baby Bonito

·         VIR for Men

Apparel:

·         The Mad Owl Shop

·         Sister Squad Apparel

·         Section 21 Apparel Co.

Accessories and Jewelry:

·         Carmine Jack Leather Co.

·         Happy Everything MN

·         Mia Fascino

Art and Decorative Objects:

·         Carver Junk Company

·         Krafty Twins and Doubles

·         Soy Wicks and Sticks

Food and Beverage:

·         B&E's Trees Maple Syrup

·         Big Watt Coffee

         Calvit's Shrubs

Lowertown Pop is a celebration of local artisans and craftspeople. With half of ticket proceeds given to a Minnesota Maker, it's also a way of supporting the entrepreneurial efforts of a local artist. Emily Pearson of Pears on Print was the 2018 Minnesota maker who received the proceeds. "What an amazing opportunity for Minnesota makers to not only get our brands in front of the public, but also to have the chance at winning half of the ticket sales for the day," said Pearson. "I still can't believe I picked the lucky box and won $2,010 for my business! It allowed me to make some big improvements to my show display this year, launch my website with all new product photos, and purchase more inventory for the upcoming spring and summer shows."