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January 26, 2019

Valentine’s Day craft & vendor show upcoming in Monessen

By Mon Valley Independent

By JILL RUNFOLA
For the Mon Valley Independent

Hosted by Shortbread City Designer Desserts, the fourth annual Shortbread City Valentine’s Day Craft and Vendor Show is an early celebration of the romantic holiday.  

Shortbread City owner Tiffanie Rae Rawlins has developed specialty cupcake flavors geared toward Valentine’s Day that will be announced the morning of the event on the company’s Facebook events page. The show is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 9 at the Fire Dept. No. 1 Social Hall in Monessen.

Rawlins promises a few more surprises at the free show. A list of vendors can also be found on the Facebook page.

In addition to purchasing refreshments and food, attendees can shop for unique finds, enjoy a live DJ and participate in an auction. This year’s DJ will be Mike Walters or DJ Chubbs. 

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