Merrick & Maupin Mercantile

09/02/2026

Are you looking for something to protect your book or ereader? Maybe you just enjoy fancy things (we do 😂)? Or are feeling cozy fall vibes?

Be sure to stop by kdcando at the Monroe Farmers Market - Monroe, Michigan this Saturday from 7-noon for a gorgeous handmade book sleeve and accessories.

NEW...Coming soon!! Gift giving season is just around the corner! This gift set is perfect for avid readers!

A zippered book sleeve with a front pocket, matching pen sleeve bookmark, mug rug and glasses case. These will be sold in sets and separate items will be available also. To find the perfect read to go with your new set, visit my friends at Merrick & Maupin Mercantile.

Visit us at Monroe Farmers Market every Saturday 7 am-12 pm.

09/01/2026

Spooky season is almost here, and we’re so looking forward to Wicked Pickin’.

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09/01/2026

If you’re able to stop on out to Nocturnal Monroe tomorrow, be sure to check out their vendor market from 10-2 and say hi to our friends! 🕯️🍂

08/31/2026

If you were planning to swing by and see us this Wednesday, we hope you’ll consider stopping by one of our future shows. 🫶

Due to heat we are canceling Wednesday’s market. See you September 23 for the “Sip and Shop “market!

08/31/2026

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UPDATE: the market for his week has been cancelled. We’ll still do a giveaway to celebrate Dolly, it will just be at a later date.

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This week, you can find us at the Summer City Market put on by Monroe County Michigan Events and friends in downtown Monroe for the final market of the season! 💕🦋

We believe books are meant to be shared, so in addition to our Blind Date with a Book collection, we’re bringing along a special selection of FREE BOOKS to give away in honor of one of our biggest champions of literacy: Dolly Parton. 💖📖

We’ll also have a special limited-edition bookmark designed just for the occasion—and it’s FREE with any purchase while supplies last! 🌸🦋

We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate the last Summer City Market of the season, the beginning of a new school year, and the incredible, sparkling legacy Dolly Parton continues to leave through her love of books, reading, and children.

As Dolly herself has said:

“The magic of books is that they can take you places you’ve never been.” 📖✨

So come pick out a new favorite, share a little kindness, and maybe take home a book that sparks a lifelong love of reading.

We can’t wait to see you Wednesday! 💕📚

08/31/2026

Lotus Cafe is open from 7:30-4 all week with longer hours on the weekend. Let’s continue to show them some love as they return to normal hours. 🫶

In addition to coffee and refresher drinks, they also have a food menu filled with yummy items for lunch and snacks.

Let’s send a little extra love to Lotus Cafe in the weeks ahead. 🫶

Our friends at Lotus Cafe, 602 N Monroe St, Monroe, MI 48162, are going through a difficult time after experiencing a loss in their family. They’ll be closing for a few days so they can step away, be together, and spend some much-needed time with family.

Right now, the most important thing is simple: offer them kindness, understanding, and good thoughts.

But we also know that for a small business, even closing for a day or two can have a real impact. Let’s help surround them with a little extra support.

☕ Stop in for a latte or your favorite drink
🎁 Consider purchasing a gift card to use later
📣 Share this post and help spread the word
💛 Give them grace and understanding when they need to be closed
🤍 Send a kind message or simply keep their family in your thoughts

Small businesses are built on community, and sometimes supporting one means simply showing up when you can—and giving them the space they need when they can’t.

Let’s remind Lotus Cafe that their Monroe community is behind them. 🌸☕💛

08/30/2026

Parents: bring your kiddos and swing by our booth at the Dundee, MI Farmers Market.

We’re giving away free mystery pencils and goodie bags to all school-aged children. And because we love bringing a litte extra joy with us wherever we go, depending on which pencil they pull, they may win a bonus prize! The Disney figures have mini books in them. 🥺💕📚

We’ll be here until 2PM today!

08/29/2026

We hope you’ll join us tonight at Pages and Pours at Cranbrook Institute of Science. We’ll be here until 10PM!