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Seminar Schedule

Move over Martha Stewart! Let our holiday helpers transform you to be the envy of all holiday season gatherings. Our panel of experts will take you through the party planning process from start to finish. Seminars will be emceed by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine senior editor, Melinda Nelson.

Holiday Cooking Fusion Style – 10:30 -11:00 am

Why not create something different for holiday parties and gatherings this year? Galleria's Big Bowl and Williams-Sonoma have the recipes to make your event one to remember.

The 'Perfect Dress' – 11:30-12:00 pm

With the food, decor, and guest list set, it's time to figure out what to wear! Galleria can help - Style Specialist Rhonda Ruhland is revealing the most flattering styles to find the perfect look. You can also learn tips for hair and makeup styles from Lili Salon Spa!

Using Floral as the “Perfect” Holiday Design Element – 12:30-1:00 pm

Bring all of your senses to life with the perfect holiday design! Learn how to incorporate floral elements to add sparkle to your buffet settings, fireplace mantel garlands, holiday tree, wreaths, swags, holiday balls and table scapes.

Speaker: Raed Kakish is the Award Winning Senior Floral Designer and Founder of Indulge & Bloom. For over 20 years, Raed has created award-winning weddings, events and home pieces that have been featured in many trend magazines. Raed is featured regularly on KARE 11 TV as a design trend expert.

Holiday Entertaining Room by Room – 1:15-2:00 pm

As you get ready to host friends and family this holiday season, find inspiration with helpful tips for decorating and entertaining from Galleria. Arhaus Furniture, Crate & Barrel and Gabberts are sharing ideas with you!

After each seminar presentation, a winner will be randomly chosen from the audience for a grand prize courtesy of our panel experts. You must be present to win!