Frankie Purdie, Natalie Kelly, Karen Richards, Shelby Ensley, Brittany Martinez, Ashley Ambler, Adriane Grow & Sheena Dixon
Stormi Collins, Sheena Dixon & Karen Richards
Galentine’s Day
Story & Photography by Tony Centonze
Dozens of people participated in a Galentine’s Day celebration at The Ruby Cora in February, an event organized by Karen Richards of KR Health Connections.
Natalie Kelly & Desiree Cormier
“So, this is Galentine’s Day,” Richards said. “I am a huge Parks & Rec fan - the television show. Leslie Knope used to have a Galentine’s Day party on the show, so that became my thing. For years, I would use that as a way to make new friends. When we moved here from Missouri, I continued the tradition.”
Amber Ferrell & Shelby Ensley
Last year, Richards had about 50 women at her house, she says her husband suggested she make this year’s party public.
“We invited women-owned businesses, and vendors who sell products we think women will love and use daily, like natural make-up, or homemade soap, meal prep services, cute bags, and jewelry,” Richards said.
Migel Salinas & Jessica Villare
Mariah Marshall & Jenna Lovelis
“Also, Dillard’s is doing bra fittings. For each fitting they will donate $2 to the local Susan G. Komen Foundation. For every purchase, they donate an additional $2. Yoga Mat is offering their full massage for free tonight, as well. We have a free chocolate fondue pot from Miss Pete’s Cafe and Catering, and a free Mimosa bar sponsored by Shelby Ensley of Ensley Real Estate. This has just been a fun relaxing evening at the beautiful Ruby Cora Event Venue.”
Maria Halverson & Adriane Grow
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Ivy Vogt & Lindy Parks
Brian & Lisa Bickett
Faye Green & Corinthia Elder
