Hostessing Masterclass with DeeDee Dalrymple

How many times have you said, “We should have people over,” only to sigh and decide it’s too much work? DeeDee Dalrymple hears you. In her book Effortless Entertaining, she shares a step-by-step approach to turn your best intentions into real-life invitations—proving that gracious hosting can be easy, joyful, and fun.

This isn’t a lecture hall event. It’s an intimate gathering, equal parts class and conversation. We’ll share coffee, enjoy a lovely lunch, and finish with a glass of wine—all while learning from DeeDee’s decades of experience. She’ll offer practical strategies, creative ideas, and her signature encouragement to help you host with confidence, whether it’s your first dinner party or your fiftieth holiday gathering.

After the Masterclass, stay for the best pop-up shopping event in Hampton Roads, open until 8:00 PM and featuring a beautifully curated lineup of vendors from across the country. You’ll have early access from 3:00–4:00 PM, before the public arrives, and the chance to browse fashion, home, and gift collections in the historic rooms of The Truitt House.

Your ticket includes:

• Morning coffee and a light breakfast

• Two, two-hour sessions with DeeDee

• A lovely luncheon

• A curated gift bag featuring DeeDee’s signed book Effortless Entertaining and special gifts from your hostesses

• Elegant door prizes

• Exclusive early access to the pop-up shopping experience