Lotus & Leaf

Some of my amazing customers  messaged and wanted do it yourself cotton candy teabags delivered for tomorrow! I’ve been so busy that I seem to have misplaced my list!  i’m so sorry! Private message me if it were you!

Here are some pictures of our fun night!! Chris Blank's Photography will post what she took on her page so be sure and fallow her!!!!! Thank you to everyone who came out, contributed, or even just shared posts! We have an amazing community filled with amazing people! Until next year!🥂

🍂✨ A HUGE SHOUT-OUT TO Megan Fitzpatrick & Hidden Spring Winery✨🍂

We want to give a very special thank you to the amazing Meg, our bartender at last night’s Fall Ball Gala! 🍷 She was absolutely wonderful and such a huge help throughout the evening. We truly appreciate you helping make the night run so smoothly!

And of course, a heartfelt THANK YOU to Hidden Springs Winery for once again allowing us to host our Fall Ball Gala in your absolutely beautiful event building! 🥂 The space, atmosphere, and hospitality make this event so special every year, and we are incredibly grateful for your continued support of our community.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2026 Fall Ball Gala such an incredible night! ❤️

🍂✨ A HUGE THANK YOU to three amazing local businesses! ✨🍂

We want to send our heartfelt thanks to Andy's IGA, Sweet Pea's Pantry and Serendipitous Dragonfly for their incredibly generous donations to our appetizer table for the 2026 Fall Ball Gala! 🥰

Your generosity helps make this special evening possible and allows us to give our guests a wonderful experience while raising money for our local schools and students. We are so grateful for businesses that continue to step up and support our community! ❤️

Please take a moment to support, shop, and follow these wonderful local businesses. Our community is stronger because of businesses like these! 🍁🎉

Thank you, Andy’s IGA, Sweet Pea & The Turned-Up Dragonfly! We appreciate you more than you know! ❤️

One of my absolute favorite parts of the Fall Ball Gala is getting together with friends to decorate and watch everything come together! 🍂❤️ There is something so special about all of us coming together, sharing laughs, making memories, and putting so much love into every little detail.

I truly appreciate every single person who takes time out of their busy lives to help make this event possible. Whether you're decorating, setting up, donating, or simply lending a helping hand, please know how much it means to me. I couldn't do it without you! 🥰

The friendships, laughter, and memories made behind the scenes are just as special to me as the gala itself. It's moments like these that remind me why I love doing this so much. ❤️🍁

A huge thank-you to my amazing friends who help make the Fall Ball Gala so special. It truly takes a village, and I'm so grateful for mine! 🧡✨

Monday’s delivery! 10-5-26

🍰Coconut birthday cake iced coffee with creamer and homemade whipped cream and sprinkles $6.28 with tax 

🍑Peach Ring black tea with peach purée & mixed Boba $6.28 with tax

🍋 Skittles lemonade with mixed Boba $5.25 with tax 

The Pastry Corner is making macaroons! $2 each!

🍂 Fall Ball Gala 2026 Small business basket action Sponsor Spotlight! 🍂 3 of 3 appreciation posts!

I want to take a moment to recognize and thank 6 amazing small businesses for their generous sponsorship of the 2026 Fall Ball Gala! ❤️

Small businesses are the heart of our communities, and we are so grateful for those who go above and beyond to support local events and help us give back to our schools and children. Please take a moment to visit their businesses, check out what they offer, and give them a follow on Facebook! 🥰

🏗️ Tri Cross Builders
Owned by Tom Farrar and Darrell A. Hanning, Tri Cross Builders is built on hard work, honesty, and getting the job done right! These two hardworking, trustworthy contractors don't mess around. They take pride in doing things correctly and efficiently, without cutting corners. Whether it's a big project or a small one, you can count on them to get the job done! Be sure to give Tri Cross Builders a follow and keep them in mind for your next project. 🛠️

🧘‍♀️Graceful Healing with Lorraine located in Hodgdon! Lorraine offers a wonderful variety of bodywork services, and my personal favorite is her Thai yoga! If you haven’t experienced her services yet, I encourage you to check her out. Please take a moment to follow her page and support this amazing local business! We are so grateful for her generosity and support of our community! 💕

🌿 Willow Wood Farm & Apothecary– Hodgdon, Maine
Known for her amazing selection of natural, homemade products, Willowwood offers everything from handmade soaps and lotions to beauty and immune-boosting products. If you love natural products and supporting local, be sure to check out Willowwood and see all the wonderful things she has to offer!

🕯️ WillowWik Candles by Olivia Chantelle – Hodgdon, Maine
Olivia brings creativity and personality to every candle she makes! Her unique designs, beautiful details, and crafty flair make each creation one of a kind. If you’re looking for something special for yourself or a thoughtful gift, be sure to follow Willowwix Candles and check out her beautiful creations!

☕ The Coffee House – Oakfield, Maine
A wonderful local gathering place, The Coffee House is home to the The Dave Hersey Band and offers so much more than just great music! From delicious food and coffee to milkshakes and a beautiful, welcoming atmosphere, it’s a place where everyone can feel at home. Stop in, enjoy something delicious, and show them some local love!

🧹 County Luxury Cleaning LLC located in Oakfield!
When it comes to keeping your home or business clean, These wonderful women deliver professional, and trustworthy service. Whether you need a small job or a big cleaning project, Ashley & Kayla and her team are ready to tackle it! Having dependable local businesses you can trust makes all the difference. Be sure to give her page a follow and check out her services!

🪷 Lotus & Leaf LLC – Hodgdon, Maine
I’m especially grateful to be able to support this event through my own small business, Lotus & Leaf! From our convenient tea deliveries and drive-through drinks to our variety of holistic wellness services, we love bringing a little relaxation and enjoyment to our community. Thank you to everyone who continues to support my small business and the events that are so important to me!

❤️ Supporting local businesses means supporting our neighbors, our families, and our communities. Every purchase, recommendation, and Facebook follow helps these small businesses continue to grow!

Thank you again to all five of these wonderful sponsors for supporting the 2026 Fall Ball Gala and helping us make a difference for our local elementary school children. Your generosity truly means so much!

🍂 Let’s show these businesses some love! Visit their pages, give them a follow, and shop local whenever you can! ❤️

🍂❤️ Fall Ball Gala 2026 – Small business auction basket Sponsor Appreciation! ❤️🍂 2 of 3 appreciation post!

I want to give a heartfelt thank-you to five more incredible local businesses that have generously supported our 2026 Fall Ball Gala!

One of the things I love most about our community is the number of small businesses that bring their own unique talents, creativity, and passion to our area. These businesses aren’t just places to shop; they’re an important part of what makes our community special. Their generosity and willingness to give back mean so much! ❤️

🦋Serendipitous Dragonfly– Downtown Houlton
If you love discovering unique treasures, you need to check out Serendipitous Dragonfly! From children’s toys to antiques and so much more, there’s something special waiting to be found. It’s wonderful to have a local shop that offers such a variety of interesting and unique items. Be sure to stop

🎀Divine Family Hair Studioivine Family Hair Studio– Houlton
A special thank-you to Divine Hair Studio for their generosity and continued support! Offering hair, nails, and so much more, Divine Hair Studio is about more than just beauty; it’s about creating an unforgettable experience. I’m especially grateful for the wonderful people behind this business and everything they do for our community. If you’re looking to treat yourself, be sure to check her out!

🕯️ June Tompkins owner of – Scents of Time in Houlton
Thank you, June, for supporting our Fall Ball Gala! If you love filling your home with wonderful fragrances, be sure to reach out to June about her beautiful candles, wax melts, air fresheners, and so much more. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect gift, there’s something for everyone. Supporting local entrepreneurs like June helps keep our community strong!

🎁 JMM Services in Hodgdon
If you love beautiful, unique crafts and thoughtful gifts, be sure to check out JMM! From their wonderful handmade creations to their Chaga mixes, they offer something special for just about everyone. It’s always exciting to see the creativity and hard work that go into local businesses, and JMM is a wonderful example of what makes shopping small so special!

🍰Elly's European Sweets – Hodgdon
If you haven’t experienced Ellys Treats, you’re missing out! Offering unique and delicious foods, this local business brings something special to our community. Whether you’re looking to try something new or simply treat yourself, you’re sure to find something to enjoy. Be sure to stop by and experience what they have to offer!

❤️ To all five of these amazing sponsors, THANK YOU! Your generosity helps make our Fall Ball Gala possible, and your support will help us give back to our local schools and the children in our community. Every contribution makes a difference, and I’m incredibly grateful for businesses that are willing to step up and support a cause that benefits our children.

I encourage everyone to take a moment to visit these businesses, follow their pages, and support the wonderful people behind them. When we shop locally, we’re investing in our neighbors, our communities, and our future.

Small businesses make a BIG difference!🩷

🍂 Fall Ball Gala 2026 – Small business basket, auction Sponsor Appreciation! 🍂 1 of 3 appreciation post!

I want to take a moment to recognize and thank some of the incredible local businesses and individuals who have generously supported our 2026 Fall Ball Gala! ❤️

Our community is so fortunate to have small businesses and talented individuals who go above and beyond, not only through their businesses but also through their generosity and willingness to give back. These are the people who help make our community such a special place to live!

🌸 My Maine Sister – Hodgdon, Maine
If you love unique antiques, one-of-a-kind treasures, and pieces with character, be sure to visit My Maine Sister! It’s wonderful to have a local business that offers such unique finds. Businesses like this bring charm and personality to our community, and I encourage everyone to stop in and see what treasures you can discover!

🩷A heartfelt thank you to Living Innovations in Maine, Angelina Jackman and jackman for their incredibly generous donation of school supplies to the 2026 Fall Ball Gala! 🎒📚 Your kindness and support will help provide important supplies for local students and classrooms. We are so grateful for your generosity and for the continued support of our community! ❤️🍂

🌲Wilderness Pines Campground & Outfitters or The Pines Grill– Monticello, Maine is so much more than a place to enjoy a delicious meal! In addition to their wonderful food, they offer a campground with a pool and even ladies’ nights! It’s a fantastic place to gather, relax, and make memories. Having a business that offers so many opportunities for people to come together is a real asset to our area!

🌻 Das NiederHiltz Haus– Hodgdon, Maine
There is something special about supporting local farm stands, especially those that offer homemade baked goods and beautiful crafts! This Roadside Farm Stand brings wonderful small-town charm we all love. Be sure to stop by, support local, and check out everything they have to offer!

🌊 Tidd owner of Sea Glass Creations
Located at Magnolia Aesthetic Med Spa in Houlton, Anita creates absolutely beautiful, unique jewelry inspired by and collected from the sea! Her creations are a wonderful reminder of how creativity and a little inspiration can turn something natural into something truly special. If you love distinctive jewelry and handmade treasures, be sure to check out Sea Glass Creations!

🔨 Kelly Pappas Hayes of Hayes Drywall & Construction!
Hayes Drywall & Construction is a tremendous asset to our community! We are fortunate to have talented local professionals who bring their skills, dedication, and hard work to our area. Supporting businesses like Kelly’s means supporting the people who help build and improve our communities every day!

To each of you, thank you for supporting the Fall Ball Gala 2026! Your generosity helps us make a difference for our local schools and the children in our community. Every donation and every act of kindness truly matters.

When we support small businesses, we’re supporting our neighbors, our friends, and the people who make our communities thrive. Please take a moment to visit these businesses, follow their pages, and show them some love! ❤️

Follow their links to shop local and support  their incredible businesses! Celebrate community. 🍂❤️

🌟 Fall Ball Gala 2026 Sponsor Spotlight: Divine Family Hair Studio 🌟

Today, I want to give a very special thank-you to Divine Hair Studio and its owner, my best friend, Deanna Boisvert! ❤️

Deanna is so much more than a business owner and a sponsor. She is one of those rare people who is always willing to lend a helping hand, offer her time, and support the many things I take on. Whether it’s helping organize an event, creating opportunities for others, or finding ways to give back to our community, she is always there, ready to jump in and help.

I’m incredibly grateful to have someone like her in my corner. Her generosity, kindness, and willingness to support not only me but also so many community activities never go unnoticed. She is truly an asset to me, to our community, and to everyone fortunate enough to know her. I’m lucky to call her my best friend, and even luckier to have her alongside me in so many of the things I do. ❤️

Please take a moment to support Divine Hair Studio! When you support local businesses like Deanna’s, you’re supporting the people who continually give back, create opportunities, and help make our community a better place.

Thank you, Deanna, for always believing in me, showing up when I need you, and being such a wonderful friend and supporter. I couldn’t do half the things I do without people like you standing beside me! ❤️