
BEESH home + table
Experience: Mimosas + ShoppingOpen from 10am - 4pm
Cross Burlington, Helen—Fifth Avenue fabulousness is only one block away.
Beesh is worth the tiny adventure across Burlington Avenue, with an upscale shopping experience, Roper Romp specials, mimosas, and a party-ready atmosphere. Consider it your stylish little detour for something glamorous, gorgeous, and very worth the walk.
Bryant Books & Music
ShoppingOpen 10am - 3pm
For the Janets and Chrissys in your life—because not every fabulous friend needs a caftan.
Bryant Books is an adorable stop for book lovers, thoughtful gift-givers, and Helens hunting for a little something special. Browse charming reads and gift-shop treasures that are perfect for your favorite roommates, best friends, and fellow Romp ladies.
Calico Cottage / Julie's Expressions/ The Plum Nelly
Experience: Make your own beaded jewelry + ShoppingOpen: 9:30am - 5pm
Make something bright, personal, and appropriately dramatic. Explore yarn, beads, shawls, and Helen-worthy creative inspiration while you are there.
Gary Michael's
Shopping + DiscountOpen 9:30 am - 4 pm
A very good opportunity to find something fabulous—and tell Stanley the sales were so great it was practically free. Helen math!
25% off 1 full price item (minus Brighton)
Imperial Jewelers
Experience: Helen's Jewelry Bar + ShoppingOpen 10am - 1pm
A treasure trove of costume jewelry is waiting for your caftan's finishing touch. Choose up to three pieces per Helen for a free-will donation, with every dollar benefiting a Hastings senior nonprofit to be announced.
"Please make us your first stop of the day," because no proper Helen should begin a grand entrance under-accessorized.

The Crows Nest Tattoo Studio
Experience: Get a Stanley TattooOPen 10 am - 6pm
Get a Stanley tattoo for $5. It is temporary, delightfully questionable, and very much in the spirit of the day.
LC Gifts
+ DiscountOpen 10am - 4pm
For Helens on the hunt for a thoughtful surprise, a cheerful keepsake, or a little something that simply says, “I saw this and thought of you.” Browse the shelves and pick up a bit of Roper Romp-worthy happiness.
Seasons Downtown
Shopping + Limited Roper Romp Keepsake: Three's Company Gift PackOpen 10am -5pm
Pick up the Roper Romp commemorative candle: 'It's a Caftan Day.'
While you’re there, browse the delightful seasonal décor, gifts, and Halloween finds; because Helen absolutely believes every season deserves a little extra fabulousness.
Optika
ShoppingOpen 10am - 1pm
Big white sunglasses may be a Helen classic, but Optika makes fabulous look even better.Optika is inviting every Helen in for a stylish little Roper Romp party. Browse beautiful eyewear, raise a glass with your caftan crew, and find a frame worthy of your most glamorous downtown entrance.
Rolling Peach
ShoppingOpen 9am - 4pm
A peachy little shopping stop for Helens who never pass up something cute.
Pop in with your caftan crew, try on something fabulous, and give yourself one more reason to make a stylish entrance.
The Sacred Hallow
Mystic & Magic + DiscountOpen 10am - 6pm
Walk-in Helens welcome for tarot readings, Reiki, and massage, with special Helen discounts throughout Roper Romp.
Get a little cosmic guidance, recharge your sparkle, and still make it to your next fabulous stop.
Tribe Boutique
Shopping + DiscountOpen 9am - 4pm
Nine years of fabulous finds—and Helens get to celebrate, too.Tribe Boutique is marking its 9th anniversary with celebratory bites, plenty of fun things to discover, and 20% off your $50 purchase.
Pop in with your caftan crew, browse the cheerful collection, and find a little something that says, “Yes, Helen absolutely needed this.”.
Small Town Famous
Experience: Make-it-yourself t-shirt + ShoppingOpen 10am - 5pm
Step right up, Helen—your custom Roper Romp shirt is ready for its big press moment.Small Town Famous is bringing out the big multi-arm shirt press so Helens can choose a Roper Romp design, press it themselves, and leave with a wearable souvenir of their caftan commitment.
Browse the shop’s fun collection while you wait—there’s plenty to discover beyond the press.
Custom shirts are available for an additional cost.
Brown's Shoe Fit Co.
Shopping + DiscountOpen 9am -4pm
Stanley may count pennies, but Helen knows a sale on top of a sale is priceless.
Brown’s Shoe Fit is giving Roper Romp shoppers 20% off already-reduced sale-rack styles—otherwise known as Helen math. Find a fabulous new pair and give those caftan-clad feet something worth dancing in.
I Am Me
Shopping + DiscountOpen 10am - 4pm
Find something fabulous—because every Helen deserves a little “I Am Me” moment.
Roper Romp shoppers receive 15% off one regular-price item, so treat yourself to a little extra fabulousness.
Queen City Interiors
ShoppingOpen 10am - 2pm
Queen City Interiors is joining in. A lovely place to find something for the home—or to begin an extremely persuasive argument that your living room needs a little more Helen.
Rick's Records
Shopping + 70s & 80s Theme Song TriviaOpen 12pm - 5pm
Drop the needle, Helen—your TV-theme-song glory awaits.
Rick’s Records is the retro treasure hunt of the Romp, packed with albums, vinyl, and the kind of finds that deserve an excited “I had this record!” Browse awhile, then put your 70s and 80s TV knowledge to the test in the TV Theme Song Challenge—with prizes for the Helens who know their theme songs best.
Bargain Basement
ShoppingRoper Romp Stop. Bargain Basement is in on the fun. More details coming soon.
Bargain Barb's Clothes
ShoppingRoper Romp Stop. Bargain Barb's Clothes is part of the Roper Romp shopping route. Come hunt for something that makes you feel like the main character.
Joyride Pedal Company
Experience: Joyride Pedal Rides 4-7pmOpen 4 pm - 7pm
Trolley stop at 623 W. 1st St., just one block south of headquarters.
Gather your fellow Helens and take a spin through downtown on the Joyride pedal ride. Music, costumes, and a little public fabulousness are strongly encouraged.
Rivoli Theater
Experience: Photo Op + Free Popcorn BoatsOpen 12:30pm - 9:30pm
Stop by the Rivoli Theater for a free popcorn boat, snap a photo beneath the “Welcome Helens” marquee, and make yourself at home. Stay for a movie or simply pop in for a buttery little Roper Romp moment—anything goes.

Several more Hastings businesses are joining the fun, and we are still gathering their special details. Keep checking back for added shopping offers, experiences, downtown surprises, and excellent reasons to make one more stop.The downtown guide is growing faster than Stanley’s list of objections.
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