EVENTS
We love to host events for local customers including sip and shop's, private shopping parties and personal shopping experiences, trunk shows, fundraising events and more!
Check back often to see what events we will be hosting! If you would like to host or be part of the events, please scroll to the bottom of this page for more info!
✨ SPECIAL EVENTS IN STORE ✨
✨ August 23, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ✨
Back by popular demand!!!! You loved our last pop-up so much (thank you for selling her out) we brought her back!
Join us in-store for a special event featuring Heather, a local Lakewood Ranch mom and the talented baker behind Bode Bread Co, a micro-bakery known for its delicious, handcrafted sourdough creations. Heather will be showcasing a variety of her specialty baked goods—think fresh sourdough loaves in unique flavors, buttery croissants, muffins, and more!
This is the perfect opportunity to support a local maker and find your new favorite bread! Have you ever wanted to learn how to make sourdough at home? You’ll also have the chance to book a private Sourdough Making Party—a fun and hands-on experience hosted right in your own kitchen for friends and family.
✨ September 20, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ✨
Join us for a special one-day event you won’t want to miss! We're hosting a Permanent Jewelry Trunk Show with Linked By Grace, featuring timeless pieces that are custom-fit and welded on for effortless, everyday wear.
Whether you are celebrating friendship, marking a milestone, or simply treating yourself, permanent jewelry is a beautiful way to carry meaning in the form of something you’ll never want to take off.
✨ Choose from a selection of dainty chains and charms
✨ Enjoy custom sizing + professional welding
✨ Bring a friend and make it a memory
It’s quick, fun, and a little sparkly moment just for you. Walk-ins welcome, no appointment needed just add your name to the list when you arrive and enjoy some shopping while you wait your turn!
✨ October 11, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ✨
We are so excited to welcome local resin artist, Amber of Making Waves, for a special in-store trunk show! Amber’s stunning coastal-inspired resin artwork will be available to shop, giving you the perfect chance to discover unique, handcrafted pieces that bring beauty and creativity into your home.
As an added bonus, while you shop her collection, you’ll also have the opportunity to sign up for her upcoming resin art class — hosted right here in-store! It’s the perfect way to not only admire her artistry but also learn from her firsthand.
Bring a friend, enjoy a fun morning of shopping and inspiration, and take home something beautiful—whether it’s artwork, some new clothing, or both!
✨ October 29, 2025 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM ✨
Wine Walk at Rooted & Free
Join us for one of our favorite community events — the Wine Walk! 🍷✨
Here’s how it works:
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Tickets: Only 200 tickets are available and must be purchased in advance. Please visitFine Wine & Tastings’s website or stop by their shop for ticket details.
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Tastings: Enjoy 3 unique wine samples at each of the 7 participating retail locations.
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When: Wine is poured from 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM and our store will be open until 8:00 PM.
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At Rooted & Free: We’ll be one of your stops along the walk, offering light snacks, a fun atmosphere, and an early release of that week’s new arrivals so you can shop before anyone else.
Grab your ticket, gather your friends, and enjoy an evening of wine, shopping, and community!
✨ November 6, 2025 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ✨
Have you ever wanted to try the art of resin? Do you love the ocean and want a fun night out with your friends?
Join us for an in store class at Rooted and Free featuring Amber's Making Waves!
A Making Waves class with your instructor, Amber of Ambers Making Waves, is the perfect introduction to the art of resin. In your class, you will be guided in creating a 3D ocean scene. You will learn how to mix resin, add color, and of course make waves.
This is a beginner class, suitable for those 10+ years old, and includes all supplies and an apron. Please keep in mind that resin will NOT wash out of clothing when you decide what to wear the day of class.
Extra Details:
- You will have access to mini shells, crushed shells, and sand. If you would like to add a personal touch to your project, bring your own beach shells.
- The resin used is non-toxic and food safe; meaning that it is safe for indoor use, and food safe once cured.
- Your project will need to be flat for at least 7 hours. You can leave it at the shop overnight, or you can bring it home at the end of class. Your piece should not be left in a hot car. For ease of transport, having a box in your car may be beneficial.
- Once home, please cover your piece to prevent dust, hairs, etc. from landing on the uncured resin. You can use what you transported it in, or simply use a piece of parchment paper (don’t let it touch the resin though). After 24 hours, your piece is touchable; however, to reach its hardest cure, please let it sit for a full week before use.
- Once home, please cover your piece to prevent dust, hairs, etc. from landing on the uncured resin. You can use what you transported it in, or simply use a piece of parchment paper (don’t let it touch the resin though). After 24 hours, your piece is touchable; however, to reach its hardest cure, please let it sit for a full week before use.
Let’s Make Waves!!! Register today as space is limited!
During this class there are 2 tray sizes available to make -
IMPORTANT - Please note that registration is non-refundable. However, it is transferable! If you’re unable to attend after signing up, you’re welcome to have someone take your place. Just make sure to coordinate the transfer of payment directly with them, and let us know who will be attending in your place.
IMPORTANT - Rooted and Free & Amber's Making Waves reserves the right to cancel the class if there are not at least 3 sign ups within 5 days of the event. Please keep an eye on your email - if we cancel the class you will receive a full refund.
BY SIGNING UP, YOU ARE AGREEING TO THE ABOVE!
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✨ WANT TO BE PART OF THE EVENTS? ✨
If you are a local women owned small business & would like to collaborate with an in store trunk show/pop-up or class, please fill out one of the forms below -
SIP AND SHOP POP-UP VENDOR APPLICATION
If you are a local non-profit organization and you would like to plan a fundraising shop for a cause event, please fill out the form below -
