KR Health Connections Galentine's Day

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.

“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.”

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.

“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.”