Gypsy Soiree is more than just a magical night out.
It's all about giving less-fortunate people a hand UP...a bit of hope...some good fortune.
This idea started three years ago when Taylor and I attended a gypsy-themed party and thought it was such a fun idea we wanted to have our own. As the planning began, we thought "ok, well why don't we do something with this party?"
Since gypsies of lore are typically homeless, and we had a connection to someone who works with homeless people in the metro area, we decided to make it into a charity event.
The "vendors" at Gypsy Soiree donate their time and talents (reiki, massage, henna, fire dancing, photographer, etc). Gypsy guests participate in their booths by giving a monetary donation, which goes to Project Elf Minneapolis.
Guests are also asked to bring a physical donation for Project Elf (here's a list of Donation Ideas with a link to a printable list at the bottom of the page, and yes, gently-used clothing in all sizes is fine as long as it's something you would want to receive. Please, no out-of-style clothes with rips, stains, etc.).
Guests also bring either a dessert or appetizer (be creative and go beyond the deli's veggie tray!) to share. We provide beverages and all the details for the magic to happen.
New this year will be a hair and makeup area where you can get a little more "gypsified" should you choose, and a small marketplace with unique items you might want to purchase for yourself.
If you haven't been to one of the first two Gypsy Soirees, be sure to check out the photos from last year.
This year we're starting a little earlier at 5 pm, so you have more time in the daylight to participate in the booths, poke around and discover all the creative details before it gets dark and the magic lights up the night.
