The Country Garden Club is bringing more than 24 exclusive vendors to Perrysburg for the 2009 Holiday Trunk Show.

The show will be held October 13-14 at the Carranor Hunt and Polo Club, 502 East Second St. in Perrysburg. Admission is $5 and the hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14. Luncheon is available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days.

In addition, Girls’ Night Out will be held Oct. 13, from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes entry and hors d’oeuvres with a cash bar.

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“This year we are featuring many wonderful vendors – we expect over 15 new vendors, many of whom we have tried to get for years,” said Gretchen Downs, chair of this year’s show.

New vendors for 2009 include:
• Balbianello, Inc. – Luxurious clothing made of pure cashmere, baby alpaca and silk.

• blue eyed susan – Fun shopping accessories, handbags, totes, stationery and gifts for all ages.

• Global Girls Gifts – Fun, funky and affordable. A unique collection of fashion accessories and gift items from around the world.

• Indo-Chic Imports – Silk jackets, shirts, tunics and pants in dupioni, shantaung, raw silk and silk velvet. Long skirts, fitted shells and dinner suits too.

• Just Girls – A unique contemporary collection of women’s and junior apparel, shoes and boots. Upscale designs for those who desire affordable luxury.

• Liza Byrd Boutique – Novelty clothing and tunics for women and kids, whimsical gifts and accessories, plus a clothing line for American Girl dolls.

• MIJA Jewelry – Fine children’s and women’s jewelry created from sterling silver, gemstones and 14K gold.

• Nina McLemore – Contemporary, timeless clothing for sophisticated women.

• Philip Sawyer Designs – Men’s and women’s clothing.

• PK Style – Wraps, shawls, scarves and jackets designed and made in silk taffeta, organza, velvet and cashmere.

• Rose & Harper – Distinctive precious and semi-precious greystone jewelry.

• Sissy Pie Originals –Unique children’s clothing designed to appeal to the consumer who seeks traditional quality, style and appearance.

• Tastefully Simple – Gourmet foods from tasty appetizers to desserts.

• The Brave Brown Bag – Where form and function meet to create a delightful tote. Bags are available in seven sizes and a multitude of fabrics. The motto ‘fortes fortuna juvat’ (fortune favors the brave) graces every bag.

• Toffee Traditions, LTD – Homemade toffee made from the finest ingredients.

• Top This – Upscale, sophisticated and trendy. Unique sweaters, sweater coats, vests, leather and suede jackets and coats for the fashion-conscious lady.

This is the 23d year that the CGC has held its Trunk Show. Proceeds from the event have funded such projects as Way Public Library landscaping; W.W. Knight trails and the Nature Center Educational Lab; Hospice of NW Ohio; Perrysburg Heights Community Center landscaping; Veggi-U, an educational program with the Perrysburg elementary schools; the City of Perrysburg Gateways project; and the Perrysburg Area Arts Council sculpture garden.

The Country Garden Club is a member of The Garden Club of America.

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