By Brice Burge
Managing Editor
From 4-8 p.m., women can expect the very best from MQT businesses during the 17th annual Ladies Night. Organized by the MQT Downtown Development Authority, over 60 local businesses will be running special giveaways, contests and discounts during the event.
Four custom gift baskets stocked with local goods and gift certificates for those women participating in the Ladies Night Passport promotion. The passports can be picked up at either the Masonic Center or the MQT Convention & Visitors Bureau for a $1 donation to the MQT Women's Center. The baskets are valued between $400-600.
Managing Editor
From 4-8 p.m., women can expect the very best from MQT businesses during the 17th annual Ladies Night. Organized by the MQT Downtown Development Authority, over 60 local businesses will be running special giveaways, contests and discounts during the event.
Four custom gift baskets stocked with local goods and gift certificates for those women participating in the Ladies Night Passport promotion. The passports can be picked up at either the Masonic Center or the MQT Convention & Visitors Bureau for a $1 donation to the MQT Women's Center. The baskets are valued between $400-600.
For additional questions, call the MQT DDA at (906) 228-9475.
Participating businesses include:
3rd Street Day Spa & Salon 816 N. Third St
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and beverages, hair styling, hand massage, buy one get one Bella Lucce Skin Care and save 25% on Paul Mitchell and OPI products.
Attitudes Gift Baskets 201 N. Front St
Prizes and refreshments. Draw for your discount, up to 35% off.
Art of Framing 149 W. Washington St
Hors d'oeuvres, prizes and see the new addition of the Superior View historic photographs.
Babycakes Muffin Co. 223 W. Washington
Enjoy sparkling cider, apricot and macadamia nut fruit cake bikes with apricot brandy glaze.
Back in Balance 129 W. Baraga Ave
Chair massages and enter to win a free one hour massage.
Bella Beads 325 W. Washington
Enter to win prizes. Enjoy refreshments and watch free project demonstrations.
Beth Millner Jewelry 521 W. Washington St
Buy a mixed metal pendant and get a free enamel U.P. pendant. Spend $300 or more and get a free sterling silver box chain.
Boomerang Retro & Relics 131 W. Washington St
Browse a new store front while sipping on a refreshment. Grand Opening - coming soon.
Casa Calabria 1106 N Third St
10% off of order.
Che Bello 145 W. Washington St
Hors d'oeuvres, cocktails and special sales throughout the store, enter for a chance to win gift certificates.
Chickadees 121 W. Washington St
Munchies and drinks, prize drawings, special sales throughout the store and a free gift with your purchase.
Cindy Negri - Ameriprise Financial 112 W. Spring St
Starting at 4:00pm customers can enjoy light snacks, cider and complimentary refreshments along with artwork by John French which will be displayed and available for purchase.
Chocolay River Trading Co. 102 S. Front St
Enter to win a $100 Shopping Gift Certificate and enjoy refreshments and snacks.
Country Charm 110 W. Washington St
Scratch off tickets revealing total discount on total purchases and enjoy sales throughout the store.
Curious Cargo Antiques 610 N. Third St
Beer bread and dip and 10% off of all items in the store.
Cycle Soleil 153 W. Washington St
Purchase four classes for $20 and for an additional $10, get a 30 day membership to Snap Fitness. Refreshments, cheese, giveaways, drastically reduced prices on apparel and enter a grand prize drawing.
Darling, The Corner Boutique 100 W. Washington
Enter to win a drawing for a $50 gift certificate. Refreshments while shopping 20% off store-wide (some items excluded).
Discovery Central 131 W. Washington (downstairs)
Bake sale, open house, party for currently enrolled students.
Donckers 137 W. Washington St
Free samples of Donckers' handmade chocolates and 20% off of dinner. Receive a coupon for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more to be redeemed at Donckers and/or Donckers online, between December 1 - December 15.
Downtown EyeCare 131 W. Washington St
Refreshments and sign up to win a basket featuring Gucci sunglasses. First 50 ladies receive a free good bag.
Down Wind Sports 514 N. Third St
Snacks, refreshments and special pricing on store items.
Eagle Mine Information Center 153A W. Washington St
Refreshments and sweet treats will be served along with the chance to win copper art from local artist Diane Jarvi.
Elements of Consignment 130 W. Washington St (Masonic Square)
Watch for specials throughout the store, received a gift certificate after purchase of select items.
Embrace Salon & Spa 123 W. Washington St
Chair massages, hand massages, refreshments, sweet treats and enter to win a salon spa package. Sign up for your holiday wish list and enjoy 15% off Eufora products.
Everyday Wines 129D W Baraga Ave
Customers can enjoy complimentary wine tasting and assorted chocolates.
Farmer Q's Market 219 W. Washington St
Refreshments, hors d'oeuvres, in store specials and buy one get one half off Melissa & Doug Toys, aprons, and all kitchen gadgets.
Flower Works 1007 N. Third St
Tasty treats, refreshments and sign up to win a holiday centerpiece valued at $50. A 20% off coupon will also be handed out and can be used for the open house on December 11.
Focus Salon 420 N. Third St
Refreshment, free nail polish and on sale retail.
Garden Bouquet and Design 130 W. Baraga Ave
Guests can enjoy "Shoes & Stems" a floral design show featuring fashionable footwear from some of the area's finest women. Stop in to enjoy the show, play the matching game and enjoy refreshments, including an annual favorite, "Nantucket Sleigh Ride".
Getz's Clothiers 218 S. Front St
Customers can receive a gift and 20% off a LOLE Jacket. Try on a LOLE Jacket and be entered to win a free jacket. Buy 3 pairs of socks and get the 4th pair free with the Getz's Toasty Toes Promo.
HOTPlate Paint Your Pottery 153 W. Washington St
Treats inside the store and enter a drawing to win a $50 gift certificate.
Interiors by Design 201 N. Front St
Prizes and refreshments. Draw for your discount, up to 35% off.
Jessica & Co. Salon 501 N. Third St
The salon will offer refreshments and desserts, discounted products and a drawing to win prizes. Customers can purchase $10 manicures, $15 styles, and $15 makeup applications. With the purchase of each service, you will be able to draw a card to receive a gift certificate or discount.
Johnson's Superior Shoes 1212 N. Third St
Receive a Free Yak Trax Walker ($20 value) with purchase of one regular priced footwear item and 30% off all clothing items.
Lakeshore Skin Care 307 S. Front St Suite 115
Browse store specials, drawings and watch demonstrations. Specials include; Botox $9/unit, Juvederm Filler $50 off a syringe, $100 off a treatment package, 20% off TNS Essential Serum, buy one get one 50% off TNS Essential Serum. At 5:00pm Lakeshore Fitness will do a Piloxing Demo, 5:30pm TRX Suspension Training Demo, 6:00pm Lakeshore Skin Care will do a Sublative Fractionated Laser Demo, 6:30pm Dermasweep Demo, and at 7:00pm 5 minute Jane Iredale Makeup Demo.
Lake Superior Photo 211 S. Front St
Guests can enter drawing of some sort for a free print.
Landmark Inn 230 N. Front St
Taste the flavors of our featured menu creations, refreshments and live music.
Lighthouse Christian Bookstore 130 W. Washington St
Buy two 2014 wall calendars and get a two year daily planner for free. Receive a free book mark with book purchase. 10% off Bibles and gift items (some exclusion's apply). Register to win Fontanini Starters Nativity.
Marquette Regional History Center 145 W. Spring St
Refreshments, music and discounts at the Spring & Third (museum store) Free gift wrapping with your purchase.
Marquette Yoga Center 130 W. Washington St (Masonic Center)
Renew or purchase a 10 punch card and get 2 free guest passes. Check out sale items throughout the store, Havaianas Sandals from Brazil are 25% off.
Michigan Fair 114 W. Washington St
Pick an envelope and receive up to 25% off your entire purchase. Refreshments will be served.
Moonstone Gallery 104 W. Washington St
Some goodies and 25% off of special jewelry.
Orbit Entertainment 130 W. Washington St
Buy 2, Get 1 free on all movies, music and video games.
Ore Dock Brewing Company 114 W. Spring St
Listen to live music from Jimmy Almen Jazz Trio and $1 off pints from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Food from Dia De Los Tacos and a meet and greet with Selena, the November Artist of the Month.
Panara Imports 125 W. Washington St
Treats and $10 Tarot Readings.
ReBlossom Consignment 333 W. Washington St
Refreshments and enter a drawing to win a Coach handbag, valued at $350. Buy one jewelry item and get the second piece 1/2 off, 20% store-wide sale on all other times.
Richardson Jewelers 153 W. Washington St
Enjoy the Saykly's Chocolate Fountain and 25% off fashion jewelry.
Salon Salon 147 W. Washington St
Join in on a night of pampering and 20% off Aveda products.
Schwalbach Kitchens 500 N. Third St
A gift will go out to the first 100 ladies who stop by the store. Door prizes, drawings and refreshments will be provided.
Second Hand Rose (formerly Party in Disguise) 313 W. Washington St
Refreshments will be provided along with prize drawings.
Second Skin Shop 130 W. Washington St
15% off all merchandise at new location.
Silver Crow 106 W. Washington St
Specials throughout the store.
Snap Fitness 153 W. Washington St
New Snap Fitness members can purchase 30 days of membership for only $10. Current Snap Fitness members can purchase 3 months of membership dues for $99. Complimentary refreshments and cheese will be provided, giveaways and a grand prize drawing.
Snowbound Books 118 N. Third St
Stop in for an in-store drawing and book giveaway.
Switchback Gear Exchange 209 S. Front St
Customers can enjoy refreshments and participate in "Prize Hide", gift certificates will be hidden throughout the store.
Sweet Water Cafe 517 N. Third St
"Knit-In" with Ursula and Grace. Bring your knitting and enjoy an evening of good conversation, chocolate mousse, and delightful company in our calm and welcoming dining room. Open to knitters of all experience levels. Delicious lady-centered appetizers, dinner, drink, and dessert specials will also be available.
Sweet Basil Deli 603 N. Third St
Appetizers, desserts, beverages and gift certificate giveaways.
The Riding Club 201 N. Front St
Prizes and refreshments. Draw for your discount, up to 35% off.
The Studio 207 S. Front St
Enter to win a giveaway for a Shellac manicure, haircut and customized 2-shot conditioning treatment. Redken and select OPI products are 50% off.
Togo's 1000 N. Third St
"Tiny" Togo samples will be available along with dessert and drinks. Enter a drawing to win one 'Family-Size' sandwich each week for a month.
U.P. Children's Museum 123 W. Baraga Ave
Refreshments, yummy food, special sales and deals, door prizes including a free year membership to the Children's Museum.
Washington Shoe Store 135 W. Washington St
$20 off all regular price footwear. Slippers 20% off.
Wattsson & Wattsson Jewelers 118 W. Washington St
Over $5,000 in gifts will be given away to the first 150 ladies who enter the store and fill out a wish list.
White's Party Store 1001 N. Third St
In-store sampling's and specials.
Wild Rover 142 W. Washington St
Food and drink specials, live music by Kyle Faner and prizes.
Wood Jewelers 505 N. Third St
First 50 ladies receive sterling silver snowflake pendant. Register for a diamond pendant 14k gold 3/4 ct.
Vere de Vere Vintage 119 S. Front St (sample room of The Vierling restaurant)
A pop-up vintage clothing event showcasing unique fashions for the holiday season. Cocktail dresses, suits, coats and accessories are available. Live musical entertainment by Heather Evans. Craft beer, cocktails and wine for purchase and a drawing for special gifts.
Zero Degrees Artist Gallery 535 N. Third St
Enter a drawing for a gift certificate; enjoy card painting demonstrations, special sale prices and refreshments.
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and beverages, hair styling, hand massage, buy one get one Bella Lucce Skin Care and save 25% on Paul Mitchell and OPI products.
Attitudes Gift Baskets 201 N. Front St
Prizes and refreshments. Draw for your discount, up to 35% off.
Art of Framing 149 W. Washington St
Hors d'oeuvres, prizes and see the new addition of the Superior View historic photographs.
Babycakes Muffin Co. 223 W. Washington
Enjoy sparkling cider, apricot and macadamia nut fruit cake bikes with apricot brandy glaze.
Back in Balance 129 W. Baraga Ave
Chair massages and enter to win a free one hour massage.
Bella Beads 325 W. Washington
Enter to win prizes. Enjoy refreshments and watch free project demonstrations.
Beth Millner Jewelry 521 W. Washington St
Buy a mixed metal pendant and get a free enamel U.P. pendant. Spend $300 or more and get a free sterling silver box chain.
Boomerang Retro & Relics 131 W. Washington St
Browse a new store front while sipping on a refreshment. Grand Opening - coming soon.
Casa Calabria 1106 N Third St
10% off of order.
Che Bello 145 W. Washington St
Hors d'oeuvres, cocktails and special sales throughout the store, enter for a chance to win gift certificates.
Chickadees 121 W. Washington St
Munchies and drinks, prize drawings, special sales throughout the store and a free gift with your purchase.
Cindy Negri - Ameriprise Financial 112 W. Spring St
Starting at 4:00pm customers can enjoy light snacks, cider and complimentary refreshments along with artwork by John French which will be displayed and available for purchase.
Chocolay River Trading Co. 102 S. Front St
Enter to win a $100 Shopping Gift Certificate and enjoy refreshments and snacks.
Country Charm 110 W. Washington St
Scratch off tickets revealing total discount on total purchases and enjoy sales throughout the store.
Curious Cargo Antiques 610 N. Third St
Beer bread and dip and 10% off of all items in the store.
Cycle Soleil 153 W. Washington St
Purchase four classes for $20 and for an additional $10, get a 30 day membership to Snap Fitness. Refreshments, cheese, giveaways, drastically reduced prices on apparel and enter a grand prize drawing.
Darling, The Corner Boutique 100 W. Washington
Enter to win a drawing for a $50 gift certificate. Refreshments while shopping 20% off store-wide (some items excluded).
Discovery Central 131 W. Washington (downstairs)
Bake sale, open house, party for currently enrolled students.
Donckers 137 W. Washington St
Free samples of Donckers' handmade chocolates and 20% off of dinner. Receive a coupon for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more to be redeemed at Donckers and/or Donckers online, between December 1 - December 15.
Downtown EyeCare 131 W. Washington St
Refreshments and sign up to win a basket featuring Gucci sunglasses. First 50 ladies receive a free good bag.
Down Wind Sports 514 N. Third St
Snacks, refreshments and special pricing on store items.
Eagle Mine Information Center 153A W. Washington St
Refreshments and sweet treats will be served along with the chance to win copper art from local artist Diane Jarvi.
Elements of Consignment 130 W. Washington St (Masonic Square)
Watch for specials throughout the store, received a gift certificate after purchase of select items.
Embrace Salon & Spa 123 W. Washington St
Chair massages, hand massages, refreshments, sweet treats and enter to win a salon spa package. Sign up for your holiday wish list and enjoy 15% off Eufora products.
Everyday Wines 129D W Baraga Ave
Customers can enjoy complimentary wine tasting and assorted chocolates.
Farmer Q's Market 219 W. Washington St
Refreshments, hors d'oeuvres, in store specials and buy one get one half off Melissa & Doug Toys, aprons, and all kitchen gadgets.
Flower Works 1007 N. Third St
Tasty treats, refreshments and sign up to win a holiday centerpiece valued at $50. A 20% off coupon will also be handed out and can be used for the open house on December 11.
Focus Salon 420 N. Third St
Refreshment, free nail polish and on sale retail.
Garden Bouquet and Design 130 W. Baraga Ave
Guests can enjoy "Shoes & Stems" a floral design show featuring fashionable footwear from some of the area's finest women. Stop in to enjoy the show, play the matching game and enjoy refreshments, including an annual favorite, "Nantucket Sleigh Ride".
Getz's Clothiers 218 S. Front St
Customers can receive a gift and 20% off a LOLE Jacket. Try on a LOLE Jacket and be entered to win a free jacket. Buy 3 pairs of socks and get the 4th pair free with the Getz's Toasty Toes Promo.
HOTPlate Paint Your Pottery 153 W. Washington St
Treats inside the store and enter a drawing to win a $50 gift certificate.
Interiors by Design 201 N. Front St
Prizes and refreshments. Draw for your discount, up to 35% off.
Jessica & Co. Salon 501 N. Third St
The salon will offer refreshments and desserts, discounted products and a drawing to win prizes. Customers can purchase $10 manicures, $15 styles, and $15 makeup applications. With the purchase of each service, you will be able to draw a card to receive a gift certificate or discount.
Johnson's Superior Shoes 1212 N. Third St
Receive a Free Yak Trax Walker ($20 value) with purchase of one regular priced footwear item and 30% off all clothing items.
Lakeshore Skin Care 307 S. Front St Suite 115
Browse store specials, drawings and watch demonstrations. Specials include; Botox $9/unit, Juvederm Filler $50 off a syringe, $100 off a treatment package, 20% off TNS Essential Serum, buy one get one 50% off TNS Essential Serum. At 5:00pm Lakeshore Fitness will do a Piloxing Demo, 5:30pm TRX Suspension Training Demo, 6:00pm Lakeshore Skin Care will do a Sublative Fractionated Laser Demo, 6:30pm Dermasweep Demo, and at 7:00pm 5 minute Jane Iredale Makeup Demo.
Lake Superior Photo 211 S. Front St
Guests can enter drawing of some sort for a free print.
Landmark Inn 230 N. Front St
Taste the flavors of our featured menu creations, refreshments and live music.
Lighthouse Christian Bookstore 130 W. Washington St
Buy two 2014 wall calendars and get a two year daily planner for free. Receive a free book mark with book purchase. 10% off Bibles and gift items (some exclusion's apply). Register to win Fontanini Starters Nativity.
Marquette Regional History Center 145 W. Spring St
Refreshments, music and discounts at the Spring & Third (museum store) Free gift wrapping with your purchase.
Marquette Yoga Center 130 W. Washington St (Masonic Center)
Renew or purchase a 10 punch card and get 2 free guest passes. Check out sale items throughout the store, Havaianas Sandals from Brazil are 25% off.
Michigan Fair 114 W. Washington St
Pick an envelope and receive up to 25% off your entire purchase. Refreshments will be served.
Moonstone Gallery 104 W. Washington St
Some goodies and 25% off of special jewelry.
Orbit Entertainment 130 W. Washington St
Buy 2, Get 1 free on all movies, music and video games.
Ore Dock Brewing Company 114 W. Spring St
Listen to live music from Jimmy Almen Jazz Trio and $1 off pints from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Food from Dia De Los Tacos and a meet and greet with Selena, the November Artist of the Month.
Panara Imports 125 W. Washington St
Treats and $10 Tarot Readings.
ReBlossom Consignment 333 W. Washington St
Refreshments and enter a drawing to win a Coach handbag, valued at $350. Buy one jewelry item and get the second piece 1/2 off, 20% store-wide sale on all other times.
Richardson Jewelers 153 W. Washington St
Enjoy the Saykly's Chocolate Fountain and 25% off fashion jewelry.
Salon Salon 147 W. Washington St
Join in on a night of pampering and 20% off Aveda products.
Schwalbach Kitchens 500 N. Third St
A gift will go out to the first 100 ladies who stop by the store. Door prizes, drawings and refreshments will be provided.
Second Hand Rose (formerly Party in Disguise) 313 W. Washington St
Refreshments will be provided along with prize drawings.
Second Skin Shop 130 W. Washington St
15% off all merchandise at new location.
Silver Crow 106 W. Washington St
Specials throughout the store.
Snap Fitness 153 W. Washington St
New Snap Fitness members can purchase 30 days of membership for only $10. Current Snap Fitness members can purchase 3 months of membership dues for $99. Complimentary refreshments and cheese will be provided, giveaways and a grand prize drawing.
Snowbound Books 118 N. Third St
Stop in for an in-store drawing and book giveaway.
Switchback Gear Exchange 209 S. Front St
Customers can enjoy refreshments and participate in "Prize Hide", gift certificates will be hidden throughout the store.
Sweet Water Cafe 517 N. Third St
"Knit-In" with Ursula and Grace. Bring your knitting and enjoy an evening of good conversation, chocolate mousse, and delightful company in our calm and welcoming dining room. Open to knitters of all experience levels. Delicious lady-centered appetizers, dinner, drink, and dessert specials will also be available.
Sweet Basil Deli 603 N. Third St
Appetizers, desserts, beverages and gift certificate giveaways.
The Riding Club 201 N. Front St
Prizes and refreshments. Draw for your discount, up to 35% off.
The Studio 207 S. Front St
Enter to win a giveaway for a Shellac manicure, haircut and customized 2-shot conditioning treatment. Redken and select OPI products are 50% off.
Togo's 1000 N. Third St
"Tiny" Togo samples will be available along with dessert and drinks. Enter a drawing to win one 'Family-Size' sandwich each week for a month.
U.P. Children's Museum 123 W. Baraga Ave
Refreshments, yummy food, special sales and deals, door prizes including a free year membership to the Children's Museum.
Washington Shoe Store 135 W. Washington St
$20 off all regular price footwear. Slippers 20% off.
Wattsson & Wattsson Jewelers 118 W. Washington St
Over $5,000 in gifts will be given away to the first 150 ladies who enter the store and fill out a wish list.
White's Party Store 1001 N. Third St
In-store sampling's and specials.
Wild Rover 142 W. Washington St
Food and drink specials, live music by Kyle Faner and prizes.
Wood Jewelers 505 N. Third St
First 50 ladies receive sterling silver snowflake pendant. Register for a diamond pendant 14k gold 3/4 ct.
Vere de Vere Vintage 119 S. Front St (sample room of The Vierling restaurant)
A pop-up vintage clothing event showcasing unique fashions for the holiday season. Cocktail dresses, suits, coats and accessories are available. Live musical entertainment by Heather Evans. Craft beer, cocktails and wine for purchase and a drawing for special gifts.
Zero Degrees Artist Gallery 535 N. Third St
Enter a drawing for a gift certificate; enjoy card painting demonstrations, special sale prices and refreshments.