North Monroe and Emerson-Garfield businesses have banded together and arranged their first holiday shopping bus tour. It takes place this Saturday, December 6 and runs from 11:00am to 3:30pm. The tour includes bus transportation, a shopping guide, wine and food pairings and VIP offerings.

The tour starts at Manic Moon & More (1007 W Augusta) at 11:30am (park behind Christ Our Hope Bible Church across the street). There you’ll be given a personal gallery tour of their 1890 Victorian home, which features the works of over 50 local and regional artists. You’ll also enjoy a light continental brunch, artist demos and other surprises.

The next stops on the tour are:

• Lillian Conn Antiques — Soak up some holiday ambiance and visit with their professional interior designer for unique ideas for your home.
• Tossed and Found — Shop for antiques and modern finds, including classic antiques, industrial, mid-century-, western “shabby farm,” jewelry and more.
• Vintage Rabbit Antique Mall — Browse antiques, collectibles, vintage Christmas items, books, plus lots more.
• End with Petunia’s Marketplace — Savor signature wines paired with gourmet foods. Get holiday entertaining ideas with their selection of imported specialty foods, handmade pasta, preserves, chocolates and truffles, organic and gourmet foods, wines and condiments.

If you end up with lots of gifts for yourself and others, fear not. Everything can be stored on the bus along the way. The party continues after the tour at an exclusive holiday celebration at Manic Moon.

The cost of the shopping tour is $20 per person. Tickets may be purchased at Manic Moon & More or by calling (509) 413-9101 to register. Space is limited to the first 30 guests.