Last year proved that it’s not only Southern women who enjoy a beautiful table setting. Folks from all over the U.S. made their way to the River City for the first-ever Beautiful Table Settings Bash Vicksburg. With its success, organizers are gearing up for a second BTS Bash Vicksburg that is scheduled to run from Jan. 30 until Feb. 1at the Levee Street Warehouse, 1609 Levee St.

May Eason, who founded the Beautiful Table Settings Facebook group in 2019, held the first BTS Bashes in her hometown of Wetumpka, Ala. And Vicksburg resident Jennifer Coulter, being one of Eason’s more than 200,000 followers reached out to her to see if she would be interested in helping with one in Vicksburg.

After coming to Vicksburg and being impressed with the community, Eason agreed to help Coulter and Caldwell with the inaugural event, which included guest speakers, vendor offerings, catered meals and swag bags.

This year’s event is set to be just as fun and exciting as last year’s, Caldwell said, with speakers including former editorial director of Mississippi Magazine and author of seven entertaining and decorating books Patty Roper and former Vicksburg resident Maggie Stamm Langston, who is a Dallas-based lifestyle influencer and entertaining expert and daughter of the late Lauren Stamm, longtime food editor for The Vicksburg Post.

At the upcoming event, Maggie will share her signature approach to mixing old and new, high and low-end pieces, and contrasting textures and styles to create eclectic, one-of-a-kind tablescapes that inspire even the most intimidated hostesses.

In addition to Roper and Langston, speakers will also include Eason; Melissa Bishop, who  will share storage tips for beautiful table collections; antique expert Justin Peters, who will be on hand to appraise treasures; Catherine Strange, owner of the Hennington House in Hattiesburg and co-author of “Fearless Entertaining: One Vase 52 different Ways;” Sassafras owner Margie Steckler; and Keith Winkler, who is the marketing manager for Replacements Ltd.

Other happenings scheduled for BTS Vicksburg ticket holders include a wine and cheese gathering from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jan 30, catered lunches that will be served on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 :30 p.m. and vendor shopping throughout the three-day event.

“I am thrilled to be participating in the BTS Vicksburg Bash this year as a vendor, Vicksburg resident Robyn Lea said. Lea has acquired many beautiful pieces of china, crystal and vintage decorative items that she will have for sale.

“Although all of this has taken over our house, it has been a tremendous amount of fun to sort through, price, create displays and then box it all up to be ready to move it into the BTS Bash exhibit space in just a few weeks,” she said.

Lea will also have tablescaping items as well as table toppers, napkins, and a few things she has created in her “sewing room.”

Vicksburg resident Cindy Thrana will also be among the vendors at the BTS Bash. Thrana, who became an interior designer in 1999, specializes in vintage and antique fabrics.

Caldwell said linens, china and crystal will also be for sale from the Lamensdorf estate in Yazoo City.

Tickets are $165 and are available at btsvicksburgbash.com.

“May, Harley and I have worked diligently this past year to bring another successful Beautiful Table Settings Bash to our hometown,” Coulter said. “With the support of our local table setting enthusiasts, we will continue to let Vicksburg shine and bring positive attention to our historic, southern community. So, grab your mama, your siblings, your daughters, your best friends and come join us January 30 through February 1.”

Additional VIP events are also being offered at btsvicksburgbash.com.

Events include:

Let Us Eat Cake — the event will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Jan 31 and Feb. 1 at Oak Hall Bed and Breakfast, 2430 Drummond St. Tickets are $40 and spacing is limited.

Chocolate and Wine Pairing — seatings will be offered at 5, 6 and 7 p.m. Feb. 1 at Cedar Grove Mansion, 2200 Oak St. Tickets are $25 and are available by calling, 601-636-1000. Following the pairings, Magnolia Jewelers will offer a trunk show.

Hot Cider and Home Tour at The Corner Mansion Inn — tour times will run from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Jan. 31 and Feb. 2 at 601 Klein St. Admission is $15 at the door. To schedule a tour, call 601-736-7421.

Champagne Brunch —10:30 a.m. Feb. 2 at the historic Duff Green Mansion, 1114 1st East St. Tickets are $50 and available at www.eventbrite.com/e/champagne-brunch-at-the-duff-green-mansion-tickets.

Dinner at Anchuca Historic Mansion and Inn — available from 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 30, 31 and Feb. 1. A brunch will be available from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Feb. 2. Reservations can be made online at anchuca.com or by calling 601-661-0111.

After Hours Downtown Main Street Shopping — participating Main Street merchants on Washington Street will stay open until 7 p.m. Jan. 31. Specials and discounts will be offered to BTS BASH attendees.

Vicksburg Bicentennial Ball — from 7 until 10 p.m. Feb. 1 at the B.B. Club, 721 Clay St. The event will include food, music, dancing and an open bar. Tickets are $75 and $100 for the ball and after party and are available at www.eventbrite.com/e/vicksburg-bicentennial-ball-tickets-1110562144269.

For complete details of all events, visit btsvicksburgbash.com.