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| Oct. 22, 2009 |
Vol 2, Issue 40 |
| What's Happening This Week
In Downtown Fuquay-Varina | |
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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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BECOME A FRIEND OF DOWNTOWN FUQUAY-VARINA!
Learn About the Benefits! |
The Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association provides vital services to the community. To learn more about Downtown Revitalization efforts in Fuquay-Varina, go to www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com, click on the "Friends of Downtown Fuquay-Varina" button and download a brochure.
We need your help! Please support Downtown Revitalization efforts with a tax deductible donation and receive these GREAT Benefits!
Individual Investor Package ($100)
· A "Friends" certificate to proudly display your support of downtown revitalization (Value: $5.00)
· One free Chili Cook-Off ticket at Day in Downtown Saturday, October 31 ( $5.00 value) · Two Sleigh Ride Tickets for December 3, 2009. This benefit will be limited to the first 75 individual contributors, so be the first to make a donation! This year, we will use a free ticket system to manage the sleigh rides. We will give out 650 tickets on a first come, first serve basis the day of the event. We are reserving 150 tickets for individual donors. ($10.00 value)
· A cloth shopping bag to use in downtown Fuquay-Varina! (Value: $8.00)
· Weekly email newsletter regarding our upcoming events, promotions and sales. · Listing on www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com as a Friend of Downtown. · Listing on event programs as a Friend of Downtown.
Downtown Retail & Service Package ($150)· Individual Investor benefits plus, · Electronic decal for your website. · Unlimited weekly advertising in the "What's Happening in Downtown this Week" e-mail newsletter published every Thursday and sent to more than 2200 homes in southwest Wake County. (Value: Priceless!) · Participation in the Cash for Christmas Promotion - A Holiday Tradition for more than 5 years, this promotion brings more than 3000 people into stores over a 3 week period prior to the holiday. Your investment at this level pays for your participation. Participation is limited to businesses located in the downtown business district. (Value: $60.00) · Participation in the Spring Sales Promotion. For more than 5 years, downtown merchants have held a spring sales promotion. Your investment at this level pays for your participation. (Value: $10.00)
Sponsorship Level - $250-$5000
· Please call for event sponsorship rates.
Contributions are tax deductible and easy to make! Hurry to reserve your FREE chili cook-off and sleigh ride tickets (they will go fast!!)
It's easy to pay by credit card using PayPal! (A PayPal account is NOT required for your credit card payment.) Go to www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com to pay by credit card.
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Checks payable to FVRA; Mail to PO Box 187, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! CALL 552-0848 IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS!
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Please Join Us for The Mitchell Building Grand Opening on
Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 12 noon |
The Mitchell Building will host a Grand Opening on Wednesday, October 28th at noon at 101 South Main Street!
Come see the newest Green building in town. Noted for its use of Green Technology, The Mitchell is ready for business. It is targeted to be a retail and entertainment center for downtown Fuquay. See this latest addition to town.
Also, learn more about the project at: Click http://themitchellfv.com/cgi-bin/wordpress/index.php. There is a short video taken at My Back Porch where a wine tasting was sponsored by Cellar 101 - The Mitchell Building's first tenant. We also give kudos to the Design Build Group who led the renovation of the building. As always, we welcome any comments posted to our blog. |
| The Elf on the Shelf is at David Anthonys!
Bag Day is THIS Wed., Oct 28 Which Means 15% OFF Everything! |
HE'S HERE! THE ELF ON THE SHELF has arrived at David Anthony's and is waiting for you. Every home with children should have one of these darling elves to be a helper for Santa. If you don't know about him, just go to our website www.davidanthonys.com and read about him. This will be the perfect answer to keep your kids in line before Christmas. Our last BAG DAY before Christmas will be next Wednesday, October 28. What is BAG DAY? For that day only, everything is 15% off. Now is the time to start your Christmas shopping. Remember we offer free gift wrapping so come take advantage of this while you still have time. Our hours are from 10 til 6. We have lots of Halloween items as well as fall decorations in case you are not ready for Christmas shopping. Christmas is soon approaching and we are getting ready for you to come in to browse and purchase that perfect gift. We also have the Fuquay-Varina History Book but if you plan to purchase one for Christmas, you should come and get it now. They will not be available once this supply is sold out so don't miss getting this valuable history of our town. We also have the cookbooks and the calendars for sale. David Anthony Gifts is located at 542 N. Main Street. 552-9827. www.davidanthonys.com. |
| Antique Automobile Club of America Vintage Brass Nickel Tour
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.
Main Street will be closed to motor traffic the night of the event. Come take a peek at these beauties from another era and enjoy a great fall evening in downtown Fuquay-Varina .
***Strictly Dixie will play the evening of the Brass Nickel Tour (Wednesday, October 28th) from 6:00 - 7:30 pm in front of Bostic and Wilson Antiques under the awning. Make sure to see this wonderful "dixie" group comprised of local musicians***
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. |
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Downtown Fuquay-Varina Chili Cook-off
Saturday, October 31 from 10:30 am - 3:30 pm |
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The 7th annual Chili Cook-off promises to be the biggest ever! With more than 13 teams entered at press time, the public has a great opportunity to taste a wide variety of chili and vote for their favorite on Saturday, October 31 from 10:30 am - 3:30 pm. From mild to insanely hot, you're sure to find one that suites your taste buds.
 The Downtown Chili contest will be located in the large parking lot at the corner of Main and Vance Streets across from Cooley's Restaurant along the wall closest to Ann's Diamond Center. You can taste all chili entries for $5.00 and vote for your favorite. The chili team that receives the most votes will win a cash prize of $500! Second and third place winners receive $300 and $150 prizes respectively. Please join us for this very fun event in downtown Fuquay-Varina.
The Downtown Chili Cook-off is part of the Day in Downtown. For moreinformation, please go to www.fuquay-varinadowntown.com.
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The Downtown Chili Cook-off is Sponsored by
These VERY WONDERFUL Businesses:
Gold Sponsors
Senter, Stephenson & Johnson, P.A.
H H & H Mini Storage
The Young Group of Fuquay
An Insurance Agency Built on Relationships
and Builders Mutual Insurance Company
Where Builders Come First
Silver Sponsor: N.C. Beef Council |
| Stick Boy Bread Company Is Winner at NC State Fair |
Katie Dies, proud owner of Stick Boy Bread Company and wife writes:
"Our head baker (and my husband) Josh took home top honors in the Professional Artisan Bread division at the North Carolina State Fair. Josh won a Blue Ribbon, and was awarded Best in Show, for his Old World Sourdough and took 2nd place for his French Baguette. Give Josh a high-five the next time you see him or send him a congratulatory note at Josh@StickBoyBread.com .
This week, we're celebrating our Best in Show win by putting our award winning Sourdough bread on sale. In my opinion (and in the opinion of the judges at the NC State Fair), our Old World Sourdough is out-of-this-world." Sourdough is normally available for $3.39 but will be available every day this week for $2.89. Stop in and pick up a loaf, or call us at (919) 557-2237 and place your order!
Stick Boy Bread Company is located at 127 S. Main Street. www.stickboyfuquay.com |
| Pillow Dresses for the Holiday Season at Above Fashions |
Above Fashions is excited to offer dresses for your little princess! All are crafted from high quality Designer Fabric and have a secured coordinating sash that ties at the shoulder.
These are very cute used alone or as a layering piece. They are also very cute paired with tights, leggings or pants! This product is machine washable. It is recommended that you wash with cold in like colors and hang to dry. Get your Holiday dresses in many different colors and prints. Custom orders are available. Whether your little one is "prim or proper" or just a little bit "sassy" you will find the perfect design in our boutique! Sizes range from 3-6 month, 6-9 month, 12-18 month 2T, 3T, 4T, 5, 6, 7 To see a sample of the dresses visit our website www.abovefashions.com |
| Downtown Fuquay-Varina Scaring Up Halloween Fun
Friday, October 30 from 2-5 pm |
 The Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association is pleased to announce that the merchants on Main and Broad Streets in the historic shopping district will sponsor a Trick or Treat event on Friday, October 30th from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
Last year, this event was a tremendous success because it provided a friendly, safe environment for the little ones to enjoy the holiday. It's easy to participate! Dress-up your lil' ghosts and goblins, grab a bag and visit the merchants on Main and Broad Streets that display the sign, "Trick or Treat Here!" The merchants on Main and Broad Streets promise to scare-up lots of treats and fun for your family, so make sure to visit them on October 30th between 2:00 - 5:00 pm. The event will be held rain or shine.
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| Christmas is Coming, Christmas is Coming........YEAH! |
Start your holiday shopping early and get the best products at the best prices. All Christmas merchandise is 50% OFF. Clearance merchandise priced as marked. Great location, great selection, great prices! Jovita's Place
Varina Merchantile Building
601 Broad Street
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Jovita's Place "Where Style & Variety Meet" |
| Fall Into My Back Porch |
My Back Porch
515 Broad Street
Historic Varina
919-552-9344 www.mybackporch.us Mon - Fri: 11 to 6 Sat: 10 to 5 *************************************************************************************************************** Furs & leather outer wear are now arriving at My Back Porch just in time for the chilly Fall nights. All trendy customers are welcome! *************************************************************************************************************** Fun little hair bows for your daughters have arrived. They are all festively decorated and have arrived just in time for the upcoming holidays: Halloween, Christmas and Winter styles. *************************************************************************************************************** Chocolate covered sunflower seeds are now back in stock at My Back Porch. We have Halloween, Christmas, Fall and pastel colors for the discriminating palate *************************************************************************************************************** Up to 50% off selected items are now on sale at My Back Porch!
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| 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!
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| Keeping an Eye on Family Optical ~ |
~ It's State Fair Time!!
Before you head out to the State Fair for all the fun you can manage, stop in and let us adjust your glasses, we promise it will be to your advantage! Roller coasters, ferris wheels and games galore, those are the things you won't want to ignore! So come on in before you go, we don't want you to miss any of the show. We'll make sure your lenses are in tight, so that you can keep your glasses on all night! Have fun!!
~ 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!
~ Jewelry Sale!
Now through the end of October, come in for "spooky" savings of 20% on select jewelry pieces! We offer beaded, and designer-inspired necklaces, bracelets and earrings!
~ Insightful Quotes:
"Never bend your head. Hold it high. Look the world straight in the eye."
~ Helen Keller
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| Day in Downtown to Feature Family Contests
Saturday, Oct. 31 from 10 - 4 pm |
The Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce 7th annual Day in Downtown, this year held on Halloween, will feature a number of family oriented contests for all ages. The event will be held Saturday, October 31 on Main Street in Historic Downtown Fuquay. There will be four contests held this year that will be open to the public. They are:
COSTUME CONTEST: Your children can show off their Halloween finery to those gathered at the festival. This contest is open to all children ages 14 and younger, with participants divided into three age groups and prizes in each. Children will model their costumes to the crowd while the judging is done. Registration for this contest will be the morning of the festival with the contest starting at noon.
PUMPKIN COLORING CONTEST: This is a chance for the very youngest to show off their coloring skills and creativity. Children ages 10 and younger are eligible to color a picture of a pumpkin that is available on the Chamber's web site. Contestants will be divided into two age categories with awards given in each. Colored pictures must be submitted to the Chamber by Thursday, October 29. Finalists will be posted at the festival where the winner will be announced.
PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST: Show how creative and scary you can get. Open to all ages, entrants must pre-register with the Chamber. Prizes will be awarded in three categories: scariest; funniest; and most creative. There will be a $25.00 prize awarded in each category. The contest is limited to 50 participants, and submissions will be displayed at the festival. There is a $5.00 registration fee. Rules and entry form are available on the Chamber's web site.
PUMPKIN PIE CONTEST: Attention everyone who thinks they have the best pumpkin pie recipe in town. This is your chance to prove it. This contest is open to all non-professionals, with an original recipe. First place prize is $50.00 and second place is $25.00. Entrants must pre-register with the Chamber and pies delivered to the Chamber Friday, October 30. There is a $5.00 fee to enter. Rules and entry form are available on the Chamber's web site.
Complete rules are available on the Chamber's web site, www.fuquay-varina.com, or call the Chamber at (919) 552-4947. A Day in Downtown will be held rain or shine. There is no cost to attend and parking is free. |
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BU Beautiful Gold Party is THIS WEEK |
BU Beautiful is having a BIG Sale!
Come see the new TRENDY Stuff! Preteen Purses! GOLD PARTY & SHOPPING SPREE: SELL YOUR GOLD WHILE YOU SHOP at BU Beautiful
Saturday Oct 24th, 2009, 4pm - 8pm
Wine and H'orderves provided!!! Free Drawing for $50 BU Gift Certificate
PLEASE JOIN US FOR A FUN EVENING!
Golden Girls will be on site to buy your Gold! Bring all your old unwanted GOLD Jewelry - old necklaces, broken earrings, & leftovers. Watch as a licensed and registered gold buyer tests and weighs your gold and pays you on the spot! And, Golden Girls will give a portion of their proceeds to BU's favorite charity, Breast Cancer Awareness. This donation will not affect how much money you'll receive for your gold. Golden Girls is extremely competitive in their pricing and pays fair market value consistent with Jewelry stores and on line gold buyer sites. Golden Girls: www.GoldDoesGood.com Deborah Christopher (919) 637-8337 Varina Merchantile Building 601 E Broad Street Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 (919) 552-3235 Check out our Website - www.bubeautiful.net & at http://www.theshopsofvarinamerchantile.com/BU_Beautiful.html Hours: M-F 10-6 & Sat 10-5 |
| Start Your Christmas Shopping at Padoodles Trendy Kids & Mom's Boutique |
Now is a great time to start shopping for Christmas. We have great gift items like necklaces, dolls, ornaments, blankets, rhinestone t-shirts, backpacks, drinking bottles, lunch boxes, raingear, Blablas, Wubbanubs and more! Help support your local businesses and small on-line boutiques! This offer is good on all merchandise, including sale items. The first 10 people to place an order on-line will be entered to win a $100 gift card. (Drawing to be held October 30th). SHOP PADOODLES NOW. www.padoodles.com Padoodles Trendy Kids Boutique | 508 E. Broad St. | Varina Station | Fuquay-Varina | NC | 27526 VISIT PADOODLES WEBSITE www.padoodles.com |
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Check Out These Great Collectibles at Fuquay Coins & Jewelry |
Member Jewelers Board Of Trade
Lifetime Member ANA, NCNA
Celebrating 9 years in Fuquay-Varina
Licensed Since1977
Coin World publications are now available every week in our store.
We also have the 2009 one ounce Silver Christmas Bars or Rounds
in stock along with the 2009 Silver Eagles and Proof Sets.
Please keep us in mind when you are selling your gold and silver
as we pay based on the daily New York spot price. |
| The Shops of Varina Merchantile has Space for Rent |
-THE SPACE IS AN 8 FOOT WALL AREA WITH SHELVES OR WALL RACKS INCLUDED
-AFFORDABLE RETAIL SPACE READY FOR YOUR PRODUCT
-GREAT PLACE TO START A NEW BUSINESS
-INCLUDES YOUR OWN WEBPAGE TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS
-YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE PRESENT TO RUN YOUR BUSINESS
-GREAT FOR CHILDREN'S CLOTHING, JEWELRY, POTTERY, STATIONARY, ETC
-(NO WOMEN'S CLOTHING OR HANDBAGS)
CALL JUANITA 919-557-7225 |
| 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. |
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Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association is on Facebook |
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Become a fan of the Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association on Facebook! Get up to the minute information at:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fuquay-Varina-NC/Fuquay-Varina-Revitalization-Association/147432987842
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Please conisder becoming a Friend of Downtown Fuquay-Varina. The benefits are great! Learn about the benefits and get a brochure at www.Fuquay-Varinadowntown.com.
PLAN TO BE IN DOWNTOWN NEXT WEEK!
Wednesday, Oct. 28 - from 5 - 9 pm is the Brass Nickel Tour
Friday, Oct. 30 from 2-5 pm is Halloween Trick or Treating
Saturday, Oct. 31 from 10 am - 4 pm is the Day in Downtown Festival with the Chili Cook-off
Sincerely,
Susan Weis
Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association
121 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
919-552-0848 |
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