Summer Scent & Stories: Smoke & Fireflies
About this Event
Scent & Stories: The First Bloom
Sat, Aug 1 |12pm-3pm
Elaine's Literary Saloon | Alexandria, VA
Hemlock & Hearth is an Alexandria-based small-batch fragrance studio rooted in storytelling, Southern Gothic atmosphere, and the ritual of scent. Facilitated in Patnership with Virigina Scent Society.
About the Event
Scent & Stories is Hemlock & Hearth's new quarterly literary salon — part mixer, part sensory experience. SMOKE & FIREFLIES is the Summer edition, bringing together fragrance lovers, readers, and creatives for an evening of author readings, scent exploration, and good conversation.
12p-1p — Arrival & Exploration
• Optional Fragrance Decant & Sample Swap (more below)
• Spring Bloom Bar
• Sample and shop the Hemlock & Hearth fragrance collection
• Browse the Long Dark House bookstore pop-up
• Private tarot readings by (TBA)
• Order drinks or dinner from Elaine's
1-130 PM — Author Readings & Presentation
• TBA
130-300PM — Open Salon & Signings
Meet the authors, get books signed, keep shopping, and socialize. Tarot readings available for purchase from SkyMirandaTarot.
• Optional Fragrance Decant & Sample Swap (more below)
• Spring Bloom Bar
• Sample and shop the Hemlock & Hearth fragrance collection
• Browse the Long Dark House bookstore pop-up
• Private tarot readings by Skye Marinda Tarot
• Order drinks or lunch from Elaine's
What Your Ticket Includes
• Reserved access to an intimate evening of live indie author readings, presentations, and signings featuring three authors
• Access to the Hemlock & Hearth fragrance pop-up, Long Dark House indie bookstore pop-up, and optional Fragrance Decant & Sample Swap
• One complimentary Hemlock & Hearth 2 oz votive candle (while supplies last), custom scent for this event
• Complimentary light bites (while supplies last); full lunch and drinks available for purchase through Elaine's
• One raffle ticket for a chance to win a book & candle gift set
Add-Ons Available at the Event:
• Summer Bloom Bar
• Private tarot readings
More about the Decant Swap
Leave your full sizes at home! Bring samples, travel sizes, or decants you're willing to part with and swap them with other fragrance lovers in the room — just like our larger community swaps. It's a great way to discover something new and make a connection. Participation is completely optional
More than an event, Scent & Stories is a social gathering — an opportunity to meet new people, support small businesses, celebrate indie books and fragrance, and experience spring in conversation with story.
Candlelight.
Soft florals.
Pages turning softly.
Done in partnership with Virginia Scent Society
Virginia Scent Society is a growing community of fragrance lovers across the Commonwealth, bringing people together through curated events and shared discovery. From fragrance swaps and custom blending workshops to elevated social experiences, VSS creates intentional spaces for connection and exploration in the world of scent.
Join the community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginiascentsociety
Explore upcoming events: https://lu.ma/virginiascentsociety
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Guest Arrival & Welcome
Info: • Overview of the evening Guests are invited to: • Optional Scent & DecantSwap
• Explore the Spring Bloom Bar
• Sample the Hemlock & Hearth fragrance collection
• Browse the Long Dark House bookstore pop-up
• Order drinks or dinner from Elaine’s Literary Saloon
🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Optional- Author Reading (3 )
Info: A reading focused on Southern Gothic folklore, atmosphere, and fragrance in storytelling.// Reading focused on Poetry with interactive exercise// BC moone "Withyou in Spirit" reading
🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Open Salon & Author Signing
Info: • Meet the authors and have books signed
• Browse the Long Dark House pop-up bookstore
• Sample and shop Hemlock & Hearth fragrances
• Purchase private tarot readings
• Enjoy cocktails and dinner & socialize
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 20.52 to USD 39.19
