Designer Kim Schmitt showcased her unique digital artwork and prints that can be tailored by request at the Shopping Palooza, May 14.

Hub Staff

Shopping Palooza, the fourth annual bargain sale for children’s toys and gently warn clothing, took over the Plex, May 14.

Formerly known as the Mom to Mom Sale, the event was organized by Kids Street Co-Operative Nursery School in Port Elgin and Multiples in Bruce County, a non-profit group. Funds generated at Shopping Palooza go to help each of the organizations.

Multiples in Bruce County member and one of the Shopping Palooza organizers, Alicia Kaake, was happy with the turn out and diverse group of vendors.

“We have vendors as well as families selling their items, and we have 32 vendors today,” said Kaake.

“We have everything from household items, bath towels, etcetera. It’s been a great success and we've been having people coming back to us saying they really enjoy our venue. Mom and family tables are selling items like clothing, shoes to household items,” Kaake continued.

Vendor Deb McLaren of Kindermusik with Deb, at the Shopping Palooza, May 14. McLaren was equipped with her instruments and even had a music giveaway featuring instruments and a children’s CD of music.

Eighteen-month-old Malcolm Herbert was quick on his feet racing around the Plex with his new toy dog, during the Shopping Palooza, May 14.

Thirty-two vendors packed the Plex, May 14 during the Shopping Palooza.

The Look-A-Like Character Hooded Towels from Sew What Quilt Studio in Tiverton were a hit with kids, and the kids at heart, May 14 at the Shopping Palooza event.