Pippi's Pretty Pen Shoppe

Pippi's Pen Shoppe in York, PA, is welcoming Alan Shaw, artisanal pen maker and owner of Shaw Pens, to her shop on February 3, from 5 to 9 p.m. Shaw will be showcasing his latest unique creations and offering some Valentine's Day specials, as well as some tips on caring for your pens. One of Shaw's latest releases is the Gilbert collection, honoring William Gilbert, a sixteenth century physician and astronomer known for his studies of magnetism. The collection includes a ballpoint, rollerball, fountain pen with steel nib and fountain pen with 18-karat gold nib. Prices range from $110 to $420.