Dogtoberfest is almost here, and we’re excited to share all the fun we have planned! Every weekend in October, you and your pup are invited to explore the Garden’s 87 acres while enjoying a day packed with activities like free beer samplings during our pup crawl, a Dance Pawty, a Doggy Marketplace, an obstacle course, Bavarian treats for purchase from Dottie’s at the Koi Pond and more. To help you get familiar with the offerings, we’ve launched Dog Tales, a weekly spotlight on some of the amazing vendors participating in the Doggy Marketplace!
This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Manny Martinez, the creative mind behind Wonderlight Design, known for custom keychains, pins and personalized gifts. What began as a hobby during the pandemic blossomed into a full-fledged business three years ago. “I bought a laser engraver to stay busy during lockdown, and soon I was creating personalized gifts for friends and family,” Manny shares. Now, he runs an online store that takes orders from around the world.
For Dogtoberfest, Manny has something special in store: “I will have my small laser engraver and will be making custom orders for guests on the spot!” Want your favorite picture of your pup engraved on an ornament? He can do it! Maybe a keychain of their paw print? He can do that, too.
You will be able to find Wonderlight Design at Dogtoberfest’s Doggy Marketplace every weekend in October. Make sure to get your tickets in advance so you can come get your custom keepsake!
Ready to join the pawty?
