Nestled inside The Monticello Motel, Second Light Candle Bar is bringing apothecary goods, gifts, and candle making to small town Iowa.

Enjoy our workshop space with a few friends or fly solo with a self-guided workshop, including written instructions. If you’re an experienced chandler you may bring in your own new or used (cleaned) vessels to refill your candles with our supplies.

Workshop and candle bar experiences are by appointmentonly

Our online apothecary is always open with pickup or delivery

You can now find our products inside 3 local retailers, including Savor The Barn on highway 151!

Office and Gift Shop Hours

Monday; Closed

Tuesday; Closed

Wednesday; 11am-8pm (by reservation only)

Thursday; 11am-8pm (by reservation only)

Friday; 11am-8pm (by reservation only)

Saturday; 11am-8pm (by reservation only)

Sunday; 11am-8pm (by reservation only)