I’ve traveled as far away as Seattle to “work on” (ha) cases, but on August 15 a Case File Hunt is coming to us.

Abby: Murder mystery dinners and crime-solving games are all the rage right now. But you’ve got something even bigger planned.

Shelley Pettit: During my August 15 “Haunted in New York” event, I’m providing a Case File Hunt game. Guests will follow clues, gather evidence, and solve paranormal-themed mysteries as they explore the event’s Marketplace. Many tables become part of the story, turning the whole event into a hands-on adventure.

Abby: Tell me about all of the other goodies.

Shelley: I am providing a free mystical psychic reading card gift for the first 300 attendees, and everyone who attends gets one free raffle ticket for some absolutely amazing prizes. Those who take part in our interactive games are automatically entered for a chance to win our featured grand prize — when they turn in their clue cards, they will receive a surprise thank you gift, too.

Abby: Is this an all-ages party?

Shelley: Yes! Children will get a free coloring sheet with family-friendly spooky pictures. Guests under 15 are free.

Abby: New York has really become an epicenter for “paranormal culture.”

Shelley: We’ll have amazing representations of the local paranormal, metaphysical, mystical, alternative healing, fantasy and folklore communities. Every guest will walk away with a fun experience, new discoveries and the thrill of being part of the adventure.

Abby: Are you still looking for vendors?

Shelley: We do have a few spots left. We’re looking for a tattoo artist, someone who creates intention oils, and a few more metaphysical/mystical/witchy types, or some authors with knowledge of UFOs. We are also still looking for food products — spices, herbs or plants; teas and coffees; prepackaged items. 

👉 Interested? Email Shelley at: [email protected] or call 518.775.7782.

🎟️ To grab your $10 ticket for Haunted in New York (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, August 15), visit go.allevents.in. Purchase before July 31 to get $2 off.

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