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| July 1, 2009 |
Vol 2, Issue 26 |
What's Happening This Week
In Downtown Fuquay-Varina
Happy Fourth of July | |
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| What's Happening in Downtown |
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What's Happening This Week in Downtown Fuquay-Varina is a weekly e-mail newsletter sent to people interested in what's happening in downtown Fuquay-Varina. Read on to learn what you'll be missing if you don't visit downtown Fuquay-Varina this week! |
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www.fuquay-varina.org |
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| Judd Parkway Extension Groundbreaking - Wednesday, July 1 at 10 am |
The Town of Fuquay-Varina is extending an invitation for all citizens to attend the groundbreaking of the Judd Parkway extension. Judd Parkway, when finished, will be a tremendous benefit to Fuquay-Varina. Please come out and show your support for this important project. Please meet at Judd Parkway and Jighway 55 near the Food Lion at 10:00 am.
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Old Fashioned Family Fourth Planned at Fuquay Mineral Spring Park |
The Fourth of July was historically the time when all the family gathered at the Fuquay Mineral Spring. Our Family Fourth of July Centennial Celebration has been planned to be reminiscent of that earlier time. Families are invited to bring their children and grand children.
Children and all the young in spirit are invited to arrive at 1:30 p.m. Gather in the parking lot at the corner of Vance and Spring Avenue. Patti Byrne and Debbie Semple will direct the "old timey parade" line up. Led by David Klinger and the boy scouts, the parade will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. and move down Spring Avenue, turn on Spring Street and end at the reviewing stand across from the mineral spring. All costumes should be "patriotic," again exactly as remembered in the past. From the stroller to the bicycle, from stilts to skates, be sure everything is "red, white, and blue.!" Pets or motorized vehicles are not allowed.
Following the parade and the opening ceremonies, children of every age will be directed in games from the past. Maybe you were good at horseshoes, marbles, jack rocks, hopscotch, hoop rolling and more! Older "kids" can show their style and younger children will be introduced to a past long gone. These will take place in the area bounded by Spring Street, Spring Avenue and Reynolds Drive.
Bring you lawn chairs or blankets (or both) and stake out a spot in the park to enjoy the entertainment . Between 2:30 to 5:00 p.m. you will be treated to a variety of groups, ending with the Senior Singers of the FVBC who will provide patriotic music at 4:00 p.m. Lemonade and ice cream, the two popular refreshments from the past, will be available!
Hotdogs and cookies will be served at 5:00 p.m. . Families should retire to their quilts and chairs as the Gerald Parker Jazz Band takes the stage. Dancing will be in the street, as the old pavilion no longer exists.
The Family Fourth will wind down at 7:00 p.m. and give you time to continue the holiday visiting relatives or entertaining at home. The only major difference from the past will be our modern attire. Please, no long dresses, suits, umbrellas or gloves. Let this be a memorable experience for young families and a remembrance from the past for the grandparents.
**The Town of Fuquay-Varina will have their regular Fourth of July fireworks on Friday, July 3rd at South Park! The event described above is IN ADDITION to the fireworks!** See article above this one! |
| Stephen's Hardware Awarded SHARP Recognition Award for Safety |
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Stephen's Hardware, located at 405 Broad Street, was awarded the SHARP award by the North Carolina Department of Labor on June 24, 2009 in a ceremony at their business. The Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) recognizes small employers who operate an exemplary safety and health management system. Acceptance into SHARP by OSHA is an achievement of status that singles out businesses among their peers as a model for worksite safety and health. Upon receiving SHARP recognition, worksites are exempt from programmed inspections during the period in which the SHARP certification is valid.
The SHARP award truly sets Stephens Hardware apart from other small businesses. Out of the 260,000 small businesses eligible to apply for the SHARP award, only 80 businesses are awarded this honor in North Carolina. Congratulations to Stephens for being a community leader in safety, a great business for our town and a hometown hero in so many other ways!
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| Get 4th of July Traditional "Eats" at Stick Boy Bread Company |
You've got to have pie on the 4th of July! Our Apple pie is packed with apples and the perfect combination of brown sugar and cinnamon then baked in our beautiful flaky crust. And, our cherry pie is outstanding. It's full of tart red cherries and covered with a woven lattice crust. Delicious! Warm them in the oven and top them with vanilla ice cream! They're too good to be true! Come by to pick up your pie, or call ahead and order one.
Apple or Cherry Pie: Bring this coupon in or mention it at the counter and save $2.00 on a whole Apple or Cherry Pie.
Red, White, and Blue Cupcakes
Yep!! We've got cupcakes! They come in Chocolate and Vanilla, and are decorated in patriotic red, white, and blue. They're only available Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th. Stop in to pick one up or call ahead to place your order (919) 557-2237.
Sorry, no special requests on decorations. Cupcakes are $3.50 each or $35.00/dozen.
Hamburger Buns
Let us prepare the hamburger buns for your 4th of July cook-out! Made from scratch and hand cut, the key to the flavor in these buns is our mild sourdough starter. They are fluffy with a slight crust and a hint of sweetness. We are sure that you will love them as much as we do. Hamburger Buns will be available on Friday and Saturday only. Pack of 4 for $2.50. Call us at (919) 557-2237 to reserve your hamburger buns- we're sure these buns will move fast!
Stick Boy Bread Company
127 S. Main Street
Fuquay-Varina, NC
919-557-2237
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| Fireworks on Friday, July 3rd to Be Held At South Park |
Make your plans for a fabulous Fuquay-Varina 4th! The Town of Fuquay-Varina will hold their traditional fireworks celebration on Friday, July 3rd at South Park. Expect a bigger and better show than usual because of the Centennial Celebration! The kids will enjoy lots of activities including inflatibles and parents will enjoy live music. For more information, go to www.fuquay-varina.org and check under the parks and recreation tab. On the actual 4th of July, take the family to the Centennial Commission's Old Fashioned Fourth Celebration at the Fuquay Mineral Spring Park! Information above!
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All Spring and Summer Clothing Now 40% Off at Padoodles Trendy Kids Boutique |
Huge Summer Clearance Going on Now...
Most of our spring and summer clothing is now permanently marked down 40% on the website and the store. No coupon necessesary.
Stock up for the rest of the summer, Back to School or next year!
Take a look at Fall 2009 Pre-Orders. Our first fall shipments from Greggy Girl will lbe arriving next week. We choosen new lower priced brands this season while keeping the great quality.
SHOP NOW www.padoodles.com
Padoodles Trendy Kids Boutique | 508 E. Broad St. | Varina Station | Fuquay-Varina www.padoodles.com |
| BU Beautiful Has New New Merchandise. Discontinued Merchandise is 50% Off! Visit Today! |
Discontinued Merchandise is 50% OFF!
Not Your Daughter's Jeans, Ann Trinity, Carolyn Nash & others!
SALE! SALE! SALE!
Come check out our
$5, $10, $20 Racks!
New Location
Varina Merchantile Building
601 E Broad Street
Fuquay-Varina NC 27526
Phone: 552-3235
Check out our Website - http://www.theshopsofvarinamerchantile.com/
Hours: M-F 10-6 & Sat 10-5
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| Keeping An Eye on Family Optical ~ |
Family Optical
504 Broad St
(919)567-0059
Tu-Th 9-5, Fr 11-6, Sat 10-3
www.familyopticalfuquay.com
~ Please note...Our office will be closed July 2-6 for the Fourth of July Holiday. Have a Safe and Happy Fourth of July! ~
~ We can file Superior Vision Plan insurance!
We are a current provider for Superior Vision Plan. Bring in your current eyeglass prescription and we can help you find the perfect pair of eyewear! If it's contacts you need, we can help you with those as well! Stop in, we're always happy to help you!
~ Take advantage of our special pricing on eyewear for kids ages 0-12!
We have a terrific sale going on now through the end of June on kid's frames. When you purchase any kid's frame, we will include a single vision polycarbonate lens at no charge! No muss, no fuss...just pick the frame and we do the rest! Stop in and see us for more details.
~ Sunglasses with a twist!
Stop in and see our selection of non-prescription bifocal sunglasses! These terrific sunglasses offer function and fashion at the same time. Available in a variety of strengths with UV protection, you can keep your eyes safe while still looking great. Ranging in styles from aviator sun readers to the popular over-sized shades, there is a pair to fit every style!
~ Select Jewelry and Accessories On Sale Now!
We've got lots of necklace sets, bracelets and earrings...and more on sale! Summer is here and these sets are perfect! You will find jewelry sets filled with color, and some with shells...even some that glimmer for that special night out! Stop in and see what's new!
**Just remember, in our shop, we encourage you to make a "Spectacle" of yourself!**
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| Children's Painting Camps at J&D Decor |
J&D Decor
Located in The Shoppes On Main
212 S. Main Street
Historic Downtown Fuquay-Varina
Tel: 919-557-2003
Website: www.jddecor.com
School is out! Sign up your child for Summer Painting Camp! Your child will be occupied and have fun painting small projects. All supplies are included. You may drop child off, or remain during camp. Not recommended for children under the age of 6.
Monday & Thursday Mornings: 10:00am to 12:00n
Starting July 6, thru August 13, 2009
Cost: 1 Day a Week for 4 Weeks: $ 80
1 Day a Week for 6 Weeks: $100
2 Days a Week for 4 Weeks: $120
2 Days a Week for 6 Weeks: $160
Registration and pre-pay is required due to space limitations.
Stop in or call now to register. (We can be flexible to accomodate vacations).
ALSO our Hugh Inventory Sale is still going on. We are still planning for Retirement! Most merchandise is 50% OFF regular price. Shop NOW for huge savings, for yourself or your gift giving.
Join A Decorative Art Painting Class
Dina is still teaching Decorative Art Classes during Daytime or Evenings.
Learn to paint with Acrylics, Oils or Watercolor.
Stop in or call for details. Or visit our Website: www.jddecor.com |
| Fundraising Event at Garden Hut to Benefit Marie Neal on July 11 |
The Children's Organ Transplant Association (COTA) BENEFIT FOR MARIE NEAL is at the Garden Hut on Saturday, July 11 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
The fundraising event begins with Carol Stein's Gardeners Forum, "Getting Back to Our Roots". Learn to plant an old timey late summer veggie garden. Free, but registration is requested.
Enjoy an old-fashioned ice cream social after the Forum, beginning at 12 noon. A raffle will be held and there will be a dunking booth and other family fun such as water gun games and a daylily toss. A $10 donation per person is requested; additional donations are greatly appreciated. Checks should be made payable to COTA with "Marie Neal" on the memo line. Dunking booth and game tickets are cash only. All proceeds will go to COTA and are tax deductible.
The Neal family's 16 year old daughter Marie has alpha-1-antitypsin deficiency, a genetic disorder, and needs a liver transplant. She is on the donor list, waiting. Her father Joe works for N.C. State University in the Horticultural Science Department, and her mom Brenda is a former employee with 5 years of service with the Garden Hut. Both have given much expertise to gardeners over the years.
Nelsa Cox, owner of the Garden Hut says, "Marie is a vibrant, mature young lady with excellent artistic abilities. She is a swimmer with Athens Drive and an all American child who went from living the dream to having a serious illness with the drive and determination to get through it. All she wants is the transplant so she can get on with her life. I think it's important to the family, who are good people with many ties to Fuquay-Varina and the surrounding area. Money cannot fix everything, but reaching your hand out and giving a hug, your time or a donation will help them know the love and support of this community. For the five years that Brenda worked with us, she gave her expertise to each individual client who came to the Garden Hut. I hope to get as many people involved and hope it will mean something to the people Brenda touched and they will want to give back. Helping others, especially through critical times, is what makes the world go round."
The Garden Hut is located at 1004 Old Honeycutt Road in Fuquay-Varina. For details see www.NelsasGardenHut.com or to register call (919) 552-0590.
COTA website www.cotaformarien.com
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| May Reasons to Open a Business at the Shoppes on Main |
Did you know...
· That we have reasonably priced spaces.
· That this is a great place to start a business.
· That we have prime spaces available.
· That we have an indoor shopping mall setting.
· That we have the best downtown Fuquay location with great parking.
· That we need you to bring your unique products and dreams here and showcase them.
· That we have a secured location and that utilities are included in your rent!
Why wouldn't you choose Shoppes on Main as a place to establish your business and help build your community! Contact Brenda today at 552-2267! |
| Prime Retail and Office Space Available on Raleigh Street |
Prime store front retail and/or second floor office space for rent on Raleigh Street. Utilities and water included. Get your business started today. Call 669-5741. | |
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Have a great Fourth of July! There's tons of activities to make it memorable! Keep it SAFE!!
Sincerely,
Susan Weis
Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association
121 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
919-552-0848 |
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