What's Happening This Week in Downtown Fuquay-Varina-Sept. 23

Oct 4th is my birthday and you get the presents!
4 Days Only
40% Off all Regular priced merchandise in the store!
Sale begins Oct 3rd thru Oct 6th
Pay "CASH" and receive an additional 5% OFF your purchase
Come early to get the best bargains!
All sales final! Sale merchandise not included in promotion.

Located in the Varina Merchantile Building
601 Broad Street
Fuquay Varina, NC

Keeping An Eye on Family Optical
Visit Us at the Taste of Fuquay-Varina - Sat., Sept. 26

Family Optical
504 Broad St
(919)567-0059
Tu-Th 9-5, Fr 11-6, Sat 10-3
www.familyopticalfuquay.com

~ New Eyeglass Holders! We have new eyeglass holder pins...What's so different about that, you ask? Well, these terrific eyeglass holders have magnetic fasteners on the back! No more holes in your shirts and jackets! And the best part is, you will always know where your glasses are! Come in when you can and try one on...we think you're going to love them!

~ Taste of Fuquay ~ Saturday, September 26th...Join us on Saturday September 26th from 12-5 for Taste of Fuquay! We will spotlight Cinnamon Productions Catering! Come in for a bite...your tastebuds will love you for it!

~ While Attending Taste of Fuquay, Register for a Silpada Gift Certificate...Now through September 30th, you can come in and register for a Silpada Gift Certificate!

Can't come by? You can still register! Just send your name, phone number and email address to Cindy Winzenz, Silpada Designs Representative, at cwinzenz@nc.rr.com (be sure to put "Gift Certificate Drawing" in the subject line!)

~ Lenses, Lenses...and more Lenses!
You have choices in your spectacle lenses and we have the expertise to guide you through the process of choosing which lens is best suited for your lifestyle. We bring you options to ensure that your lenses are customized to fit your needs, wants and budget. Stop by or call us for more details!

***As always, in our shop, we encourage you to make a "Spectacle" of yourself!***

Buy One - Get One at Half Price Sale at Regal Gift Interiors
Visit During the Taste of Fuquay-Varina and thru 9-30-09

Regal Gifts and Interiors at 502 E. Broad St. (next to J&S Pizza) in Varina is having a "Buy One ~ Get One at Half-Price Sale"! No limit! Sales ends Wednesday, September 30th. Shop early while selections are best.

Lots of new fall merchandise to choose from: Home decor, Art, Mirrors, Lamps, Gifts,Trapp & Tyler candles and Glamours Wash, fashion jewelry and handbags, and if your home has the "blahs" ~ Interior Design consultations by IDS Associate.

Regal Gifts and Interiors
(919) 552-9251
www.regalgiftsandinteriorsinc.com

My Back Porch Has Your Size
Try Yours at the Taste of Fuquay-Varina

Inventory Sale at J&D Decor Continues

Time is running out to take advantage of our Huge Inventory Sale at J&D D�cor, located in The Shoppes On Main. This includes all merchandise in our newly opened Christmas Shoppe. Enjoy discounts of 50% on all Christmas and Fall and Winter seasonal inventory. We have a large selection of ornaments and gifts, many hand painted by Dina, as well as decorations. We have a large selection of unpainted wood items for you to paint your own unique gifts and decorations. We also have a variety of Fall and Christmas Silk Floral arrangements and Wreaths.

Our non-seasonal inventory is still on sale. We have paintings, gifts, home decor, jewelry, a large selection of loose silk flowers, and lots of vases.

Dina is still teaching Decorative Art Classes, to help you paint those unique gifts and decorations. And we are continuing to stock the Americana Paints.

J&D Decor
The Shoppes On Main
212 S. Main St.
Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
Tel: 919-557-2003
Website: www.jddecor.com

What's Happening at Stick Boy Bread Company?

Live in Holly Springs? Can't make it to the bakery on Saturday morning? Guess what?!? You can find us at the Holly Springs Farmers Market on Saturday mornings from 8am-noon. The market is located in the parking lot on South Main Street between Town Hall and Mims Towne Square. Come and see us-- we would love to see your friendly face!

Need a quick gift for the coffee lover in your life? We've got you covered! Swing by and pick up our Coffee Lover gift bag. It includes one Stick Boy mug and a 12 oz. bag of Larry's Beans. Available for $17.99. That's a great deal and a great gift!

Stick Boy Bread Company is located at 127 S. Main Street. www.stickboyfuquay.com

Rent Space at the Mitchell Building - Downtown Fuquay's Premiere
Retail Space

The Mitchell Building at 101 South Main Street has three fantastic retail / restaurant spaces still available for lease. These spaces are at what is arguably the busiest corner in Southern Wake County - the corner of South Main and Academy Streets. A 2,082 sf space is located right on the corner with fantastic store window space and visibility. A 1,977 sf space is available toward the rear of the building off of Academy Street . This space has four huge (low-e energy efficient windows) that wash over the space with natural light. Both of these spaces feature towering 26 ft exposed ceilings and Bethlehem steel trusses supporting the unique bow-string roof. In the lower level is a 3,024 sf space that would be perfect for a piano bar, rathskellar or any tenant that desires to go 'underground'. On the roof is downtown Fuquay-Varina's first solar panel installation, a 10kw PV system that will begin converting sunlight into energy next week !

Ample parking is available in the new Town parking lot and commons right across the street.

Contact Mary or Eric at 919-577-9835 if your interested in being a part of this exciting renovation of the old Mitchell Chevrolet building in downtown Fuquay. Or you can check us out at www.themitchellfv.com.

Chamber to Host Town Candidates' Forum

The Fuquay-Varina Area Chamber of Commerce will host a forum of those running for positions on the Town's Board of Commissioners on Thursday, October 8, beginning at 7:00 p.m. The forum will be held in the Commission's Chambers in Town Hall located at 401 Old Honeycutt Road.

The forum will consist of short opening and closing statements by the candidates. Rounds of questions will fill the remaining time. The Chamber will prepare an initial list of questions for the candidates, but those attending will be invited to submit questions in writing for use during the forum.

Invited to attend are Mayoral candidates, incumbent John W. Byrne and challenger Robin Jackson Gray. Incumbent Commissioners William H. Harris and Cynthia Y. Sheldon are expected to be joined by James H. Abernathy and Christopher Wrenn.

The forum is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend. No level of government so directly touches a person as their local elected officials. From tax rate setting, to local ordinances, their actions affect us on a day-to-day basis. Take advantage of one of the few opportunities you will have to hear their views directly from them. You may call the Chamber with any questions, (919) 552-4947.

Get Your Tickets for Fish Fry to Benefit Habitat for Humanity - 10-2-09

Fish Fry - October 2, 2009 from 11 am - 7pm at the First United Methodist Church on Main Street sponsored by the Men - Power of 7 Group. Proceeds to benefit Habitat for Humanity. Call Kathy at 552-8274 to get your tickets at $7.00 per plate.

100 Years On Parade During the Brass Nickel Tour

Let us see what Fuquay-Varina's people have worn over the 100 years of the town's history! Search your attic and your closets and find clothing from any of the decades from 1900 to 2000. Don't mix decades for you will need to register in one.

Categories:
1. Family/Couple
2. Parent/Child or Grandparent/Grandchild
3. Individual
4. Groups (cheerleaders, teens, hippies, seniors etc.)
5. Man with BEARD & dress for era

On Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009 celebrate with the Brass Nickel Touring Cars visiting Fuquay-Varina. Registration will begin at 6:00 p.m. in front of Fidelity Bank. Entries will be given a number for the judges. All entries will be presented from the steps of Fidelity Bank at 6:45 p.m. Judges decisions will be announced from the stage later that night.
Prizes will be awarded!

"100 Years on Parade" will take place with the touring cars parked for viewing and streets closed to traffic. Entries will be "parading" along the street after presentation for benefit of the judges and the public.

The Centennial Commission encourages families to come as a unit. Grandparents will enjoy enlisting the grandchildren in an earlier time. Men, this is your opportunity to sport that "GREAT BEARD." Maybe you have grandma's wedding dress, or that prom dress from your senior year, or even your favorite flapper outfit! Maybe all the grandchildren in your family can get "decked out" from your old trunks.

Start Planning now!

DOWNTOWN CHILI COOK-OFF
ENTER AND YOU COULD WIN $500 IN CASH

SEEKING GREAT CHILI COOKS

DOWNTOWN CHILI COOK-OFF

Saturday, October 31, 2009

For an applicaton or information on how to enter, go to

www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com

Help Military Missions In Action

Military Missions In Action is currently collecting items to send to the troops. Recently we received a request from a unit who do not receive basic amenities. Care packages are a great source of motivation for the troops.

These items may be dropped off at the following locations.

MMIA Office 411-B North Judd Pkwy, NE, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

Patriot State Bank 210 N Main St., Fuquay Varina, NC 27526

First United Methodist Church 402 N. Main St., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

The following items are being collected from now through the end of October.

Baby wipes, Tooth brushes, Toothpaste, Gold Bond Foot powder, Hand sanitizer, Sunscreen, Chapstick, Bubble gum, Beef jerky, Trail mix or nuts, Also, used magazines (cars, sports, guns) or DVDs would also be put to good use.

Thank you again for your continued support.

Antique Automobile Club of America Vintage Brass Nickel Tour
Will be in Fuquay-Varina on Wednesday, October 28 from 5-9 pm

on Main Street

Many of you may remember the Brass Nickel Tour that came to Fuquay-Varina in 1999. The tour will be here again the week of October 26-30 with a display on Main Street the evening of Wednesday, October 28 from 5-9 pm. More than 90 cars manufactured prior to 1931 are part of this Antique Automobile Club of America Vintage Tour which includes registrants from 30 states. The car owners, their families and drivers (many cars are brought in on 18 wheelers!) will be based in Fuquay-Varina for the week and travel during the day to other towns, but they've agreed to let us take a peek at their cars on Wednesday, October 28, so make plans to see these beauties from another era and hear their stories from the owners. Main Street will be closed to motor traffic the night of the event.

Let's make our guests feel very welcome! You will know them by the antique cars they drive!
For more information, go to www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com.

Tickets Still Available for PWLA Fashion Show- Join the FUN!

PWLA Fashion Show
Date: September 24, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Door's open at 6:30 PM)
Location: Adam's Vineyard (3390 John Adams Road, Willow Springs)

Event Description
The Professional Women's Leadership Association will hold this Fashion Show and Wine Tasting to help raise funds for scholarships to go to women in the area.

The show will feature women's men's and children's apparel as well jewelry and make-up.

There will be light hors d'Oeuvres, door prizes and a three wine flight.

Tickets are $10.00 in advance or $12.00 at the door and is open to men and women.

Tickets may be purchased at the Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce, Merle Norman Cosmetics, Adams Vineyards & Winery, Rainbow Home Interiors, Patriot State Bank and The Screenmobile of North Carolina.

For information call Barb at the Chamber, 919-552-4947, limit 110 tickets.

Fuquay-Varina Centennial Gala - Saturday, October 10th

The Fuquay-Varina Centennial Commission & The Fuquay-Varina Junior Woman's Club
Co-host
The Fuquay-Varina Centennial Gala

Date:Saturday, October 10, 2009
Time:5:30 pm
Location:4800 Old Powell Road at Highway 55
Former location of Watkins Johnson and Quality Cable Assembly, Inc.

Attire:Black Tie Optional

Cost:$65 per person

Checks payable to Fuquay-Varina Junior Woman's Club
Mailed to Fuquay-Varina Centennial Gala, PO Box 635, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 or
Accepted by Members of the Centennial Gala Committee or the Junior Woman's Club
Payment by credit card can be made at www.F-VCentennialGala.com

At time of purchase, please indicate:
�         Name(s) of individual(s) attending the Gala
�         If a Vegetarian Entr�e is preferred
�         Group Affiliation affecting table assignment (like class reunion or civic organization)

Note: Actual printed tickets will not be issued for the Gala. Guests will check-in by name at the door. (Guests of sponsors might be an exception.)
Admission must be paid in advance; walk-ins cannot be accepted.

Charities: Proceeds will Benefit:
Interact's Pass It On
Girls on the Run
Fuquay-Varina History Museum

Events Include:
5:30 pm Reception & Silent Auction
Paolantonio Jazz Trio performs (during reception & dinner)
Hors d'Ouevres Served
Cash Bar offers wine, beer, mixed drinks & non-alcoholic beverages
6:45 pm Guests Seated & Served Dinner
Entr�e includes both Chicken & Filet of Beef; vegetarian option available
7:45 pm Master of Ceremonies Charlie Gaddy begins the gala program
Presentation of the Centennial Birthday Cake
Baritone Chuck Ragsdale performs with Paul Loesel, piano
9:00 pm Band of Oz - Dancing 'til Midnight

Fireproof at New Hope Church- 9-26-09

On September 26, 2009, Saturday, events are planned starting at 6:00 P.M. with a Spaghetti Dinner, donations requested; and, then at 7:00 P.M. the FIREPROOF rated PG free movie will be shown in the Family Life Center. Child care will be available. Door Prizes are the Love Dare book, a New York Times best-seller! You can reserve your spaces by e-mailing info@newhopepresbyterian.org; although walk-in guests are welcome. The public is invited!

FIREPROOF is for adults of all ages who are either married or in committed relationships. However, the truths in Fireproof speak to singles and even older high school and college-age students who are dating and looking for more serious relationships.

New Hope Presbyterian Church
2317 Highway 42, Willow Spring, NC 27592-0098
Sunday School: 9:30 A.M.
Worship Service: 10:30 A.M.
www.newhopepresbyterian.org Phone: 919-552-6339
e-mail: info@newhopepresbyterian.org

The Taste of Fuquay-Varina is THIS weekend (Saturday, Sept. 26) on Historic Broad Street from 12-5 pm. Check out all the events at www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com
Taste cake, vote for your favorite chicken wings and taste treats from local merchants. There's music and family fun - all with our own Fuquay-Varina flavor!

Get those chili cook-off applications in!

For a directory of downtown stores, to www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com.

Sincerely,

Susan Weis
Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association

121 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

919-552-0848