News & Media

Crystals are Forever - Xenia Mateiu

MysticMag interviews Xenia Mateiu about her knowledge and passion for crystals.

Crystals to Align With Autumnal Energies

Read about how to align with autumnal energies using crystals in Xenia's article featured in Starlight mag, the autumn issue of 2022.

4 Reasons to Visit Village Rock Shop in Carlsbad

There are many reasons to visit Village Rock Shop, and you can check our 4 of them on Seashore on the Sand's blog.

How to Cleanse Crystals & How to Charge Them

Find out the most popular ways of cleansing your crystals' energy on Yogi Times.

Meet Xenia Mateiu | Founder & Owner of Village Rock Shop

ShoutoutLA interviews Xenia Mateiu and shares her entrepreneurial story.

Best Crystals for Focus

Find Xenia's article on Spirituality & Health and learn about the best crystals to use for mental focus.

The Starting Point to the Magical Rainbow

Xenia Mateiu talks about crystals by color in collaboration with Yogi Times.

Meet Xenia Mateiu

Xenia Mateiu talking about her business with CanvasRebel.

Good Vibes Reggaefest

Village Rock Shop featured vendor for Good Vibes Reggaefest. Come and see us!

Butterflies Are Born Among the Rocks in Carlsbad

The Coast News shares Xenia's story of growing butterflies in the shop.

Female Entrepreneurs Taking Charge in Carlsbad

"The otherworldly shop, founded and owned by Xenia Mateiu, is a treasure trove."

Oside News: How We Started Growing Butterflies in Our Shop

Xenia shares the story of growing butterflies in the shop and what the experience taught her.

Vista Press: Growing Butterflies in Our Gifts Shop

Xenia talks about how growing butterflies in the shop started and what she's learned in the process.

Voyage LA: Inspiring Conversations with Xenia Mateiu

Xenia talks about her journey for Voyage LA Magazine.

How Instagram Grew My Business

Xenia Mateiu talking about her Instagram strategy with eJenn Solutions.

Xenia Mateiu Guest Speaker at San Marcos University

Crystal Healing is a virtual event at San Marcos University, where Village Rock Shop owner Xenia Mateiu spoke.

Xenia, the Experimental Gardener

"Xenia is a perfect example of a gardener who grows with a purpose in mind. "

Xenia's Crystals Interview by Ivy May

My story with crystals, gemstones, and minerals started over a decade ago and I think I can say that it was love at first sight.

Small Business Holiday Gift Guide

"This holiday season, Carlsbad residents can support small businesses throughout the city..."

Xenia Mateiu in the Shoutout Socal

"Running my own business doesn't mean that I do everything myself."

Xenia & The Village Rock Shop Featured in Idea Mensch

During the day I like to interact with customers, ask them about their day and what area of their life they are focusing on.

Xenia & The Village Rock Shop Featured in FINE Magazine

I had loved rocks ever since I was a little girl. The beauty and energy they radiate have always fascinated me.

Nancy Karina Medel Displaying Jewelry at the Village Rock Shop

" I am also proud to have my creations displayed at Rock Village Shop in Carlsbad."

Jano’s Garden: Plant and rock people

A joyous collaboration between the owner of the Village Rock Shop in and a local landscape gardener.

August Giveaway

I have partnered up with @soulenergyspace for this month's giveaway.

#Care4Carlsbad

Carlsbad small businesses need your help to stay safe and stay open.

The Village Rock Shop in Carlsbad Magazine

We are proud to be in the July/August issue of Carlsbad Magazine.

Xenia Mateiu Interviewed by Erin Arline

Erin Arlin from San Diego Dance Movement talked to Xenia about networking in a cozy interview.

Galentine's Day Sip & Paint

Galentine's Day Sip & Paint with the Soultry Sisters at the Village Rock Shop.

Craft & Carol-oke Social

Craft & Carol-oke Social by the Soultry Sisters at the Village Rock Shop.

Soultry Sisters Gratitude Gatherings at Village Rock Shop

The Soultry Sisters hold their Gratitude Gatherings at our Village Rock Shop in Carlsbad.

Me|We Market Event Collaboration

New Moon Social

The Soultry Sisters present New Moon Social at the Village Rock Shop.

Sustainability Social + Craft Event

We welcome the Soultry Sisters at the Village Rock Shop.

Check out Xenia Mateiu

"Our vision was to create a gift store where people can buy local products and support their community and neighbors..."