OPEN EVENT STARTER FROM: EVIE @pinehavenstarters
WHERE: FARMER'S MARKET
oh god, i've lost her. she could have sworn that she had only strayed for a few seconds to marvel at a vibrant arrangement of strawberries, which was really more like thirty minutes in evie time if you factored in how likely she was to strike up a lengthy conversation with whoever was in her vicinity. but when she looked up, her mother had disappeared into the roving throng.
"excuse me, have you seen a tiny korean woman in a floral parka anywhere around here?" evelyn had urged her to leave the heavier coat behind, but the woman perpetually ran cold and even if springtime weather had emerged if there was a chill to find, it'd billow it's way towards eomma dae. "…probably haggling with some poor vendor for bok choy at a fourth of the price. she's tiny, but mighty, and bartering really riles her up."
OPEN EVENT STARTER FROM: ROCKY @pinehavenstarters
WHERE: EASTER POTLUCK
rocky adjusted the stack of pie boxes in his arms, the cardboard edges digging into his palms with a familiar, irritating persistence. he stood at the edge of town square with his shoulders hunched against the festive roar of the annual potluck. around him, the air was a chaotic soup of amateur bluegrass and the smell of industrial strength potato salad. he’d been bamboozled, it was the only word for it. it was a classic clara maneuver; dial up the excitement to a frequency only gullible fathers can hear. leaving rocky with a stack of dessert and a very thin sense of how he’d been talked into this. and now she was gone, vanished into a sea of denim and floral print the second they’d crossed the threshold. "unbelievable," he muttered into the collar of his flannel shirt.
he maneuvered through the crowd with the wary precision of a man navigating a minefield. he wasn’t looking for conversation; he was looking for an exit strategy. but first, he had to offload the cargo from the diner. he approached the nearest folding table, which was currently groaning under the weight of several questionable looking casseroles. rocky didn't offer a greeting or a smile; he just shifted the pies and loomed slightly, his brow furrowed in a permanent expression of i’d rather be literally anywhere else.
"where’s the line?" he asked, his voice a low, gravelly rasp that cut through the surrounding chatter. he gestured with his chin toward the table, his movements stiff and efficient. "as in, what side of this do the desserts go? i’ve got four pies here that aren't getting any lighter, and i’m not looking to play tetris with someone's tuna bake."
pinehaveners, we are proud to present you with the SPRING FESTIVAL ! the pretty spring flowers are in bloom, the winter thaw has melted into warm, sunny breezes, and a familiar bunny hops along to help us welcome easter. love, life, and light are everywhere we look, and the annual pinehaven spring festival is simply proof of that! so pop on your blazers and sundresses, spritz yourself with some fabulous floral scents, and converge with the rest of the townsfolk this spring as everyone gathers together to enjoy the festivities! read more about what the festival offers below ˏˋ°•*⁀➷
╰┈➤ town-wide egg hunt; join the rest of the locals as they gather in centennial park for the egg hunt on april 5th. hundreds of eggs have been dyed and hidden around the park, but watch out! the local geese might think you're after their young ones, instead. you never know what else you might find during your search, either; $100? a golden egg? a 5-pound chocolate bunny? your guess is as good as ours!
╰┈➤ easter potluck; join everyone in a hearty brunch! tables will be set up in the town square, and admittance is free so long as you bring a dish with you. otherwise it's $10. bring a tasty treat to share with others and an empty stomach for yourself, because there's bound to be lots of delicious delights filling out the spread!
╰┈➤ energy healing seminar; the nifty naturists will be throwing an energy-healing seminar each weekend in april! spring cleaning shouldn't be for your house alone - it should be for your body and soul as well. hike into the forest and enjoy the serene peace of the commune while sister sera guides you through an intense ritual of in the springtime sun. you'll leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, they guarantee it!
╰┈➤ ember & pine tea party; take your little ones to their first ever tea party down at ember & pine. the high-brow restaurant will be decked out in pretty pastels and floral fashions as you sip and dine on tea and finger-foods. the easter bunny may or may not make an appearance for that coveted family photo!
╰┈➤ pool opening; dive on down to the rec center to take part in the seasonal opening of the pool! a weekend-long party for kids and adults alike, the season will begin with a bang; the waterslide will be fully operational, lifeguards will be on duty to keep everyone safe, and you won't want to miss the annual firehouse 17 water polo match (yum)! bring a towel, some sunscreen, and a good book if you can drown out all the noise!
╰┈➤ farmer's market; although it's technically open all year long, sales at the farmer's market really pick up in the springtime. head over there to find the freshest fruits and produce you can hope for (other than at eliv-ate), all locally-grown and ethically produced. nothing beats farm to table goodness!
the following locations will have special sales throughout the month:
・❥・ wildflower thread - they need to clear out that old winter inventory; half-off winter wear
・❥・ timberline training - work off that extra ten pounds you put on during the holidays . . . or don't!
・❥・ rita's roller rink - half-off for students during those two weeks of spring break this month
・❥・ pinehaven animal clinic - 25% off to get the necessary shots for that bunny you impulsively purchased at the petting zoo!
so there it is, folks! enjoy this year's spring festival, and try not to party too hard. summer is just around the corner, so let's take advantage of these breezy spring days while we've got them!
use the tag pinehaven.event006 for any starters you may post (and replies if you so choose)
make sure to tag @pinehavenstarters so that we see it .ᐟ.ᐟ
this event will last for 2 weeks, ending on saturday, april 18th at 11:59 p.m.
participation is heavily encouraged, but you do not have to pause your regular threads! you may continue posting regular replies during the event
