HIGH POINT, N.C.-It looks to be an eventful High Point Market for the rug industry, as rug manufacturers and suppliers will be hosting a number of celebrities and celebrations — with food and drink, of course. Make sure to add these events to your market to-do list.
Saturday, Oct. 13:
10:30 a.m.: The Powell Company cuts ribbon on its new Bombay-licensed section of rugs, furniture and accessories. National Furniture Mart, 100
12 noon: Art Resources cuts ribbon on new showroom. Market Square, 294
2 p.m.: Celebrity designer and HGTV host Candice Olson will make a special appearance at the Surya showroom to discuss the design inspirations behind her product line with the company. Surya will also offer buyers breakfast, lunch and hor d’oeuvres every day of market. Showplace, 4100
2-4 p.m.: Shaw Living will host artist Bob Timberlake during a meet and greet with attendees. IHFC, G371
3 p.m.: Bokara cuts ribbon on new showroom. Market Square, 204
4:30 p.m.: Woolrich cuts ribbon on new showroom. Suites at Market Square, 1-634
4:30-6 p.m.: Liora Manné and Trans-Ocean will offer buyers margaritas in their showrooms. IHFC, G367/G365
5 p.m.: Chandra Rugs cuts ribbon on new showroom. Showplace, 2402
Sunday, Oct. 14:
Approx. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.: Designer Genevieve Gorder will be in the Capel showroom, showing attendees her line with the company. Visitors can register to win one of two Genevieve Gorder rugs. Capel will also offer breakfast and lunch in the showroom as well as cocktails and appetizers at 4 p.m. daily. Market Square, 112
11 a.m.-3 p.m.: MAT The Basics will offer a complimentary lunch with authentic Indian cuisine. 220 Elm Street, 304
Noon to 1 p.m.: Loloi will present a “Rugs 101” seminar on the basics of rugs, presented by Loloi’s Cyrus Loloi, Cherisse Jensen and Emily Lancaster. Lunch and seminar are free of charge, though reservations are recommended (RSVP to lchastain@imcenters.com [1]). IHFC, Green Wing, 11th floor, Ballroom B
3:15 p.m.: Stark Carpets cuts ribbon on new showroom. Suites at Market Square, M-2033
3:30 p.m.: Citak Rugs cuts ribbon on new showroom. Suites at Market Square, M-1033
4 p.m.: Kas Rugs will have champagne and sweet treats to celebrate its 30th anniversary. In addition, it will offer lunch to attendees Oct. 13-16 of market. IHFC, D301
4:30-6 p.m.: Liora Manné and Trans-Ocean will offer buyers margaritas in their showrooms. IHFC, Green Wing, G367/G365
4 p.m.: Surya will host a Fall Ball with fun masks, catered food and a DJ in its showroom. Showplace, 4100
5 p.m.: Loloi will host a showroom party, with a live band, catered food, drinks and dancing. IHFC, Design Center, D320
Monday, Oct. 15:
Approx. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: Designer Genevieve Gorder will be in the Capel showroom, showing attendees her line with the company. Visitors can also register to win one of two Genevieve Gorder rugs. Capel will also be offering breakfast and lunch in the showroom as well as cocktails and appetizers at 4 p.m. daily. Market Square, 112
2:30-3:30 p.m.: Safavieh will host a meet and greet with celebrity designer Thom Filicia, celebrating Filicia’s new decorating book, “American Beauty.” Safavieh will also offer breakfast, lunch and a late afternoon wine and cheese happy hour daily. Historic Market Square, 120
3 p.m.: Surya hosts designer Mike Farrell for a meet and greet with attendees. Showplace, 4100
4-6 p.m.: Jaipur Rugs will host a black-and-white cocktail party, as attendees are invited to wear black and white for the event, with music, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Showplace, 3415
4-6 p.m.: Nourison will host a reception for designer Barclay Butera, who will debut his new products with the company. IHFC, InterHall, IH101
5-10 p.m.: Linon will host a Greek-themed party, with Greek food, cheeses and wine, as well as international music, dancing and plate breaking. 220 Elm Street, 216
7-9 p.m.: Accessories Resource Team will premiere Local ART, a fundraiser offering food from regional food trucks, organically grown wine from Benjamin Vineyards and Winery, beer from Greensboro’s Natty Greene’s and music. Tickets cost $10 per person. Held in the event space between Showplace and IHFC
Tuesday, Oct. 16:
5-8 p.m.: Feizy will host an Oktoberfest-themed party, with such authentic German food as bratwurst, mini-reuben sandwiches and German potato salad, along with German beer and music. There will also be giveaways for attendees. Market Square, 145