Our little store hopes to be so much more than a simple retailer. We found and designed a space intended for “gathering”. A place to find joy…not over-think or over-plan. A place to laugh, inspire, and connect. A place to simply be and find peace in the crazy busy of life.

Store Hosted Events

Please refer to our calendar and registrations below. You are always welcome to email us your questions at hello@shoplavie.co. 

Private Events

Interested in hosting a private event at the store (i.e. book club, girls’ night, birthday celebration, networking, or client appreciation event for your business, bridal or baby shower…maybe a party for your tween)? Email us at hello@shoplavie.co to discuss details and date(s). Space is free to use and makes for a beautiful and fun gathering!

You are invited to use our cute and cozy event space (with sink/serving counter/fridge), our store if we are closed, and front deck (weather permitting). Our event space can comfortably host 8-10, but we have hosted as many as 15-20 if you are collectively using our event space, store and front deck. Private events are generally best before 10 am (or before the store opens) or 5 pm and later (or after the store is closed). Events can be scheduled Tuesday - Friday.

You are also very welcome to bring your own food and drink, or we are happy to make some recommendations.

Store personnel are always available during your event to assist you and to keep the store open for anyone who might want to do a little shopping.

Interested in doing an activity during your private event? We would be happy to arrange for an artist or maker to host a fun craft or activity (i.e. jewelry (bracelets, necklaces, earrings), candle-making, chocolate tasting, cooking or floral arranging (during the growing season)). There would be a small fee (most typically $30 - $50 per person) for maker/artist’s time and supplies along with a minimum of 6-8 attendees (determined by individual maker/artist).  Email us at hello@shoplavie.co to coordinate.

Private Dining Experience

Indulge in an exclusive private breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner for 6 - 8 guests at La Vie Est Belle Gifts and Gather Boutique, where every meal is a thoughtfully curated experience. Enjoy a healthy, gourmet four-course menu crafted by Margie Schmid of Sprout Nutrition and Wellness Coaching, featuring seasonal, wholesome ingredients designed to nourish and delight.

Set in the warm and inviting gathering space at La Vie Est Belle, this unique dining experience is perfect for a special celebration, a wellness-inspired gathering, or simply a memorable meal with friends. Whether you're starting your morning with a nourishing breakfast, savoring a leisurely brunch, enjoying a fresh and vibrant lunch, or unwinding with a cozy dinner, let us take care of the details and the work.

Each menu is crafted with care and intention with diners, so price per person is determined by menu. For planning purposes, cost per person generally ranges between $35 - $45. This includes time spent crafting the menu, meal prep, meal presentation/serving, tableware, and clean-up.

Email us at hello@shoplavie.co to reserve your private dining experience and enjoy a meal that blends mindful nourishment, delicious flavors, and a welcoming ambiance. Perfect for friends, family or businesses.

Beverages are not provided or included at this time. We are excited to provide wine pairings in the very near future!

Store Hosted Events Just Around The Corner

Events Calendar

July 7th - 26th: Summer "Share the Love" Event! Earn 15% one item of greatest value!

July 16th: HueRay (Megan Gaul) Traveling Canvas Pop-Up on Deck (10 am - 12 pm) and Truckers Hat Bar with Happy Everything MN, 5 - 7 pm

July 17th: Rose Masterclass with So What Wine!, 5 - 7 pm

July 21st: <Private> Backroom Reserved for Betsy A. 10:00 - 11:15 am. May Start on Deck or Sunshine Coffee at 9:15 am.

July 23rd: <Private> Backroom Reserved for Betsy A. 9:15 - 11:15 am. Store Opening Early.

July 24th: <Private> Nancy N. FamilyMeans Jewelry Class with Marquess Studios, 2 - 4 pm

July 24th: Movie Night on the Front Deck (Mamma Mia 2), 8:30 pm Start

July 26th - August 3rd: No Store Classes and Private Events

July 28th - 30th: Subscriber Early Access to Summer Sale

July 28th: <Private> Backroom Reserved for Betsy A. 12:30 - 2:30 pm.

July 30th: <Private> Backroom Reserved for Betsy A. 12:30 - 2:30 pm.

July 31st - August 9th: Summer Sale

August 5th: Lake Elmo NNO at Lion's Park, Downtown Lake Elmo, 6 - 8 pm

August 7th: HueRay (Megan Gaul) Traveling Canvas Pop-Up on Deck (10 am - 12 pm) and Kids Art Class (1 pm - 3 pm), and Petal & Stick Snip and Sip, 6 - 8 pm

August 12th: <Private> Lake Elmo RCS Giving Garden Group (Kathy H.), Time TBD

August 13th: La Vie Team Volunteering at You R You Girls Camp (170 Journals). Store Open, but no Store Events.

August 14th: Tentative Class with Ladybug & Blooms (Flower Crowns for Mother/Daughter) or Private Influencer Party (Summer Soiree), 6 - 8 pm

August 15th - September 7th: School Start and Labor Day, No Classes, Private Events Welcome!

August 23rd: <Private> Hold for Kari R. Apothecary Class with Fir Street Soap Company (Party of 6), 1 pm - 3 pm

September 1st: Labor Day

September 11th: Cheese Tasting with Forage to Formage, 6 - 8 pm

September 13th: Intro to Knitting with Harvested Hues, 11 am - 1 pm

September 18th: Petal & Stick Snip and Sip

September 20th: Lake Elmo 100th Year Anniversary "Swag Saturday"

September 20th: Autumn Farm-to-Table Cooking Experience with Sprout Nutrition and Wellness

September 25th: Fall Candle-Making Class with Burnt at Both Ends Candle Co., 6 - 8 pm

September 27th: Bailey Builds, 10 am - 12 pm

Sept. 29th - Oct 1st: Subscriber Early Access to Fall Sale

October 2nd - 9th: Fall Sale

October 2nd: Fall Baking with Morsels

October 4th: Sourdough Starters with Abby and Brittany

October 8th: Autumn Dried Flowers/Pumpkin Centerpiece with Ladybug & Blooms

October 9th: No Store Events.

October 10th: Store Closed. The Big Holiday Flip!

October 11th: Anniversary Party/Holiday Reveal

October 23rd: All-Natural Apothecary Class with Fir Street Soap Company, 6 - 8 pm

October 25th: HueRay Art Class (Megan Gaul), 11 am - 1 pm

November 1st: Holiday Cheese Tasting with Forage to Formage, 11 am - 1 pm

November 6th: Mixed Media Painting with Tree of Art (Fafa Aguilera)

November 8th: Crochet a Rope Basket with Cara Corey Designs, 11 am - 2 pm

November 13th: Personalized 14K Gold Filled Beaded Bracelets with Savi Rose Co.

November 14th and 15th: North Oaks Holiday Home Tour and Boutique

November 20th: Holiday Baking with Morsels

November 21st: Private Dinner Party for Julie D. (for 8), 6 pm Start

November 22nd: Chunky Wool Blanket with Cara Corey Designs, 11 am - 2 pm

November 27th: Thanksgiving, Closed

November 28th: Black Friday, Closed

November 29th: Small Business Saturday, Open Regular Business Hours

December 4th: One-For-You/One-For-Them Holiday Candle-Making Class with Burnt at Both Ends Candle Co., 6 - 8 pm

December 6th: Light Up Lake Elmo and Holiday Sip and Shop

December 10th: Wine Tasting/Fundamentals or Pairing with So What Wine (Ashley Hausen Lohmer)

December 11th or 18th: <Tentative> Sip, Shop & Wrap (Sponsored by Autumn Schinka, Thrivent Financial)

January 24th: Punch Needle Rug Hooking with Becky Gernes, Oxford Certified Instructor for Oxford Punch Needle Rug Hooking, 10 am - 2 pm

January 31st or February 7th, 2026: Galentine's Party

February 12th: Cheese and Chocolate with Forage to Formage, 6 - 8 pm

March 7th: Lucky to Live in Lake Elmo

March 16th - March 20th: Spring Break, No Events

April 5th: Easter, Tentative Easter Egg Hunt Promo

April 11th or 18th: Spring Fling, Clothing Blowout

Late April: Daffodils

First Week/Weekend in May: Camp Odayin Mom's Retreat

May 2nd: Kentucky Derby Hats and Dresses

May 9th: Mother's Day Snip, Sip & Shop with Petal & Stick (Tulips)

May 10th: Mother's Day

May 22nd: Last Day of School

May 26th: <Private> Hold for Mada Mehndi, 11 am - 4 pm

Please note Store Hosted Events not yet available for registration are still being planned and subject to change.