Feb. 4, 2010
Vol 3, Issue 5
What's Happening This Week
In Downtown Fuquay-Varina  

What's Happening in Downtown
  
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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What's This Sign?  
New Pedestrian Safety Program in Downtown Fuquay-Varina

This sign will become a familiar one if you drive in downtown Fuquay-Varina.  The "State Law: Yield to Pedestrians within Crosswalk" sign is part of a pedestrian safety campaign being jointly undertaken by the Town of Fuquay-Varina and the Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association.  A total of four signs have been placed this past week into crosswalks in the historic districts with two each on both Broad and on Main Streets.  The signs remind us that both motorists and pedestrians have rights and responsibilities to ensure safe passage on our roadways.  

Under North Carolina law, a driver  must  yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing a highway within any clearly marked crosswalk. Pedestrians, however,  must act responsibly.  It is the duty of pedestrians to look before starting across a highway, and to exercise  reasonable care for their own safety.  It's always a good idea for pedestrians to make eye-contact a driver before stepping off the curb and never run into the path of a vehicle which is so close that it is impossible for the driver to yield.  

With town traffic bustling, it has become increasingly more difficult for pedestrians to cross Broad and Main Streets, especially during lunch-hour, rush hour and on Saturday afternoons - all high traffic times and all key shopping times.  According to a study performed by the Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association, merchants in the historic area are enthusiastic about the placement of the pedestrian crosswalk signs.  Lorraine Dotson, owner of Fuquay Sports Shop located at 501 Broad Street noticed a big difference when a test sign was put out on Broad Street during the holiday season.  According to Dotson, "There's a lot to look at as you come through downtown and the sign really draws your attention to the crosswalk and helps remind you to stop."

To check out a comprehensive list of pedestrian laws in North Carolina, go to
 http://www.ncdot.org/transit/bicycle/laws/laws_pedlaws.html.  If you have comments or questions about the new pedestrian signs in downtown Fuquay-Varina, please contact Susan Weis at 552-0848 or susanweisfvra@yahoo.com.

Enchanting Moments
Couture Gowns are within reach!
132 South Fuquay Avenue

Enchanting Moments
 introduces
Legendary Echoes
Classically Couture Consignment

Enchanting Moments is introducing their new line of couture consignment gowns.
This line of beautifully worn gowns offers new brides a chance to have a couture
gown at an even more affordable price. This is a great opportunity for you!
Bring your couture gown by Enchanting Moments, we'll sell it for you, and you get a portion of the profit.

Looking for a gown? Talk to an Enchanting Moments consultant about purchasing a gown from this collection.

Website coming soon with more details.

Couture Designers include Augusta Jones, Elma Reis, Stephen Yearick, and D&K.

If you have any questions please contact Renee Johnson at 552-6393.

 
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Enchanting Moments
is happy to present

The Spring 2010 Augusta Jones Trunk Show
February 26-27


Appointment is needed. Please call today to reserve your time. Trunk shows do not interfere with our normal appointment schedule but they do give clients an opportunity to see a wider selection of gowns.

Contact us with any questions

Enchanting Moments, Inc.  .  132 South Fuquay Avenue   .   919-552-6393

Fuquay Coins & Jewelry
2010 Silver Panda Coins are in!
125 Raleigh Street

Fuquay Coins & Jewelry

125 Raleigh Street

Fuquay-Varina, N.C. 27526

fuquaycoins@earthlink.net

phone 919-557-1302

fax 919-557-1308

Member Jewelers Board Of Trade

Lifetime Member ANA, NCNA

Celebrating 9 years in Fuquay-Varina

Licensed Since1977

 

We have the new 2010 one ounce Silver Eagles in stock now!  We also have the Chinese Silver Panda Coins for 2010. There are also three new 2010 Australian Silver Coins the Tiger, Koala and   Kookaburra. We still have all of the sets available from 2009 as well. 

 

Come see us for all of your coin and jewelry needs.  We also have the largest selection of coin supplies in North Carolina. We are the largest buyers and sellers of estate jewelry in Fuquay-Varina.  We also buy and sell all forms of gold, silver and platinum including coins, bars and jewelry as well.  We always buy or sell according to the market price on the day a trade occurs. 

We also buy and sell all U.S. currency from anytime in our history.

 

J&D Decor
Art Classes at The Shoppes on Main!
212 South Main Street

DECORATIVE ART PAINTING CLASSES

 
Artist/Teacher Dina Jacobs of J&D Decor, located in The Shoppes On Main, offers Decorative Art Classes for all ages.  Painting is an inexpensive way to relax and have fun with friends.  It is a great way to meet others sharing your interests, and make new friends while exploring your creativity.  Experience the joy and excitement of creating beautiful decor for yourself, and for gifts.
 
Children classes are ideal for after school activities, and home schooling.
 
New evening classes starting Thursday, February 4.
 
Adult Classes: Mon & Tues; 10:00am to 12:00n; and 2:00pm to 4:00pm.
Children Classes: Mon & Tues; 4:15pm to 5:45pm
Combined Adult & Children: Thurs; 6:00pm to 8:00pm (Starting Feb 4)
 
Cost: $15 per class, plus cost of supplies.
 
Space is limited, so advanced registration is required.  Call or stop in for information and to register.

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NEW!  Located Within J&D Decor
 
" A Silk Creation "

Beautiful Slik Floral Arrangements for all occasions.
 Valentine Arrangements and Wreaths available now!
 
"Let Decorative Art Capture Your Heart"
 
J&D Decor   .   The Shoppes On Main   .   212 S. Main Street   .   919-557-2003
Find us on the web:  www.jddecor.com 
Stick Boy
Super Bowl Sunday = Lots of food!
127 South Main Street

Super Bowl Sunday!
Let's get ready for some football!


Super Bowl XLIV is just a few short days away and we have everything you need to make your shindig a hit.

Here are a few ideas:
  • Fill one of our Sourdough rounds with your favorite Spinach Artichoke dip. (I'll even give you a recipe!).
  • Order a Stick Boy cookie platter. Yum!
  • Serve our famous crostini with your favorite bruschetta.
  • Choose from our wide selection of made-from-scratch desserts.
  • Hoagie rolls! Josh will be baking 6" White and 6" Wheat sub rolls on Saturday. Need something a little bigger, just let us know. Place your order today and enjoy a fantastic sandwich on Super Bowl Sunday.
Order your party treats today!

Stick Boy Bread Company . 127 S. Main Street  .  (919) 557-2237 
Classy Cat Boutique
Come check out our new store!
506 East Broad Street

Classy Cat Boutique

Have you seen our new store since we moved?  We our now in the Varina section in between Padoodles and Family Optical eyeware.
 
Valentine Specials
Sterling silver "key to my heart" necklace's,earrings and beautiful gifts.
 
Come and see our new SPRING merchandise now on display.
 
Also don't miss our final sales on the WINTER clothing at 20% to 40%  OFF
 
Classy Cat   .   506 E. Broad Street   .   557-5344

Family Optical
Keeping an eye on Family Optical
504  Broad Street

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



~ We will be closed Friday 2/5 and Saturday 2/6!
It's that time of year again, We will be away for continuing education all day Friday and Saturday.  We look forward to attending my education meetings throughout the year and look forward to sharing new lens and frame ideas with you when we return!  


~ Your vision is a precious gift, protect it!
Come in when you can and check out our new safety eyewear styles....we have a selection of men's and women's safety eyeglass frames available.  We also have sports goggles available, for adults and kids, in prescription and non-prescription.


~ We Can Do It!
We are your local independent optical shop!  Being independent means we can strive to meet your eyeglass needs in every way!
 
~ Have a frame, and just want new lenses?  Bring them by, we can do it!

~ Have an old non-glare coating that is peeling away? 
Bring them by, we can remove it!

~ Want a trendy, fashion tint?  Come on in, we can match most anything!

~ Want a custom shape lens in a drilled eyeglass frame? 
We can give you what you want!
 
When you are ready for new eyewear, bring us your prescription....We are here for you!
 
~ Kid's Eyewear Package!
We are proud to offer our kid's eyewear package!  When you purchase a regular priced frame and our ultra-tough scratch resistant coating, we will include single vision polycarbonate lenses at no additional charge!  This package is designed for kids 16 and under.  Stop in for more details.
 
~ Insightful Quotes:
"I wear my wife's eyeglasses because she wants me to see things her way." ~ Jayson Feinburg
 

Your Gift Solutions
Great customized Valentine's Day Baskets!
212 South Main Street

Less than two weeks until Valentine's Day and Your Gift Solutions is ready to provide you with a customized gift for your Valentine.  Whether it be for a spouse, special person, parent, child, teacher or sending "Love Our Customers" gifts, we've got something for everyone.
 
We have some items on display at The Shoppes on Main or visit our website for ideas.  Customization is our specialty.

 
Your Gift Solutions  .  The Shoppes on Main  .  212 South Main Street  .   639-8645
Shoppes on Main
Mark Thursdays on your calendar - Go to Shoppes on Main!
212 South Main Street


THURSDAY NIGHT EVENTS AT SHOPPES ON MAIN
FEB. 4, 2010 FROM 6-8 PM

On Thursday nights starting February 4, The Shoppes on Main will be offering our facility for some special classes.  These classes will be held from 6-8 pm

Scrapbooking Classes
Learn how to make borders. Each class will offer supplies to make 5-6 Borders. All you need bring are your basic items like scissors, tape or glue pen. Cost is $10.00 and you will leave with hand made borders. Classes will be held every Thursday nights. Call Judy at (919)669-5411 or email jandjmontague@aol.com for additional information.

Decorative Art Classes
You may select items to paint from boxes, trays, glass, canvas, etc. Cost of classes is $15.00 Call Dina at (919)557-2003 or email at www.jddecor.com  for more information. Classes will be held every Thursday nights.

Wellness Coach With Aim
Barley Life and Herbal Fiberblend. Call Ann at (919)601-9087 or email queen Ann@nc.rr.com  for additional information Classes will be held every Thursday nights

The Quilting Divas
Learn how to Quilt for beginners to pros. Call Paulette or Becky at (919) 772-9040 or email thequiltingdivasfv@yahoo.com  for more information. Classes will be held every Thursday nights
Additional classes will be offered in the future!  For more information, call Judy at 669-5411.
www.shoppesonmainfv.com


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THAT'S AMORE' DINNER"
 
VALENTINE DINNER FOR THE ONE YOU LOVE

ITALIAN DINNER

SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT OF
LOVE SONGS AND COMEDY

$25.00 EACH
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2010
7:00 - 10:00 PM

"SHOPPES ON MAIN"
212 S. MAIN STREET

CALL JUDY MONTAGUE AT 669-5411 TO PURCHASE TICKETS
Dress: DRESSY CASUAL
WEBSITE:



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Scrapbook Exchange
February, 27 2010, 10 am - 3 pm

Hello Fellow Scrap bookers! How many of you have boxes of unwanted items or things that you dont use anymore? Well, we all do and I think I may can help you out. "Shoppes On Main" is planning a day that you can come and bring those unwanted items and sell them. If you are interested, here is what you do. Call Judy Montague, Event Coordinator and register for a table. We will have 6/8 ft. tables that you can rent space on. Each table will hold two people at a cost of $10.00 per person (1/2 table is $10.00 or 1 table is $20.00). You will be responsible for setting you own prices and collecting your sales. Start digging out girls and make yourself some extra cash. Also a good time to find those items you are looking for. Call Judy at 669-5411 to secure your space; as it is going to be limited.

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Valentine's Dinner on February 14
$14 dinner for 2
Meal Deals

1 Box of Our Heart Shaped Ravioli and 1 Container of Red or Pink Sauce $14
OR 2 Boxes of Our Heart Shaped Ravioli $14 (With Container of Sauce $20)

Ready in about 14 minutes!

GOLD STAR PASTA LOCATED AT
THE SHOPPES ON MAIN - 212 SOUTH MAIN STREET

Padoodles Trendy Kids Boutique
Huge Winter Clearance Sale
508 East Broad Street

Winter Clearance Sale and Party Information
for
 Padoodles Trendy Kids Boutique

Don't forget to sign up for the
American Girl Party
this Saturday, February 6th.

We have space left in the 11:30 and 1:30 party slots.
Call us at 919-342-4639 to sign up. Cost is just $5.00.

 
 
Our winter clearance sale is going on now. Save $10 on any purchase of $40 or more (on-line code TEN) or $20 on any purchase of $75.00 or more (on-line code TWENTY) now through the end of the month. This includes all clothing ~ previously marked down and new spring arrivals. Not good on handmade items, special order items, hairbows, or gift items.
 
 SHOP NOW

Padoodles   .   508 East Broad Street   .   Varina Station
My Back Porch
Hand painted wine glasses!
515 East Broad Street

Come in from the cold and check out our hot deals this week!

Just arrived hand painted wine glasses for only $4.99, they make great girly gifts! All orange tagged merchandise is 75% off as well as red tags 25% off. Winter sweater are also 25% off. Miss a day miss a deal!


My Back Porch  .  515 E. Broad Street  .  (919) 552-9344
www.mybackporch.us

Varina Merchantile
Space available to sell your crafts!
601 East Broad Street

Save Gas!!!! Stop traveling to Raleigh

Looking for the ideal space to sell your craft project.


Come set up a table at The Shops of Varina Merchantile on Friday's and Saturday's.
We are a unique market place environment with many vendors under one roof.

Rent a small space inside or outside for the weekend at the unbelievable price of $25.00 per day.

In a busy downtown area with high traffic and eatery establishments all around.

We welcome jewelry, candle, floral designers, ceramics, pottery, children's items, quilters, and so much more.

THE INSIDE SPACE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE LARGE ITEMS SUCH AS FURNITURE

David Anthony's
Getting ready for SPRING!
542 North Main Street

New product is arriving daily at

DAVID ANTHONY'S

Come see the new Mark Roberts' Fairies for Spring as well as the new
Valentine Fairy for your sweetheart.  It is exciting to just browse and look at all the interesting cookbooks, children's books that are now in stock.  Our baby section has expanded on many new items, especially the baby bonnet made locally from a handkerchief.  This is a perfect new baby gift and one that will last a lifetime...as the bride can carry the handkerchief on her wedding day.

We invite you to come in and spend a little time enjoying the spring items too numerous to mention.

Our hours are Monday-Friday, 10-6 and Saturday 10-5

David Anthonys   .   542 North Main Street   .   552-9827
Aviator Brewing Company
Classes, Tours and New Limo ... lots to choose from!
600 East Broad Street

Now offering.... New Limo service....if you have a party of 6-8 and would like to use our limo service give us a call!  We run the limo on Mon-Wed.  Pickups from 5-8pm.  Drop offs from 10pm-12am.  Free service....but tips appreciated :).  We like to keep the distance <10miles.

Aviator Beer Appreciation
NOW ENROLLING FEB CLASS MEETS
SAT 6 FEB 1PM-2PM @ TAP HOUSE
SAT 13 FEB 1PM-2PM @ BREWERY

$35.00...includes all beers, materials, T-shirt, and Aviator pint glass

The class meets twice on Saturdays for an hour.  The sign up is limited to 8 people.

Class 1: Intro to Beer Styles/Tasting
Covers basic beer styles and offers examples of each style.  Beer tasting is introduced and how judges score beer based on style category and beer profile.  We present an example of each style and point out the flavor profile that is represented.

Class 2: Brewing Process
Class on how beer is brewed.  We cover the basic ingredients for beer brewing (hops, water, malt, and yeast).  Also, how different spices work in beer.  We take a trip to the brewery and cover the brewing process in detail.
Sign Up for Beer Classes HERE



Aviator Brewery Tour

Come to the brewery for the tour Saturday's @ 3pm.

Aviator Brewing Company
5633-C Piper Dr.
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526.  
(919) 557-5198 brewery
(919) 744-1342 beer order hotline

For the tour we open every Saturday at 3pm - 5:30pm.  The tour itself lasts 45min (from approx 3:30pm to 4:15pm).  Children are welcome.  If they misbehave we put them in the fermenter.


600 East Broad Street Hours
MON-FRI 3pm - Midnight
SAT-SUN 12pm - Midnight

Aviator Brewing Company   .   600 East Broad Street   .   (919) 552-8826
www.aviatorbrew.com
Above Fashions
Easter will be here before you know it!
212 South Main Street

Easter is around the corner...
Hurry in to Above Fashions and get a beautiful lace dress for the holiday's.
Each dress is lined with a matching fabric.

 

Available in 10 different colors! Pink, Red, White, Brown, Yellow, Lavender, Ivory, Hot Pink, Turquoise, and Purple.

 

The dress comes with a matching lace jacket all for the unbelievable price of $30.00.

 

We also carry matching hairbows in all colors and styles.

 

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Congratulations to David Ashworth of Fuquay Varina NC for winning the Hair Bow Gift Basket.

 

Check back next month to register for March's gift basket give away.

 

 

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Please click on the link below to become a FAN on Facebook.
Click HERE

"WE believe in going ABOVE ordinary into the extraordinary"


Above Fashions   .   Varina Merchantile Building   .   601 E Broad Street
919- 557-7225
Visit our website today www.abovefashions.com
Merle Norman Cosmetics
Getting ready for Valentines Day
208 South Main Street

Looking for that special gift for your special someone this Valentines Day? 
For a limited time only, our salon is offering our exclusive
ROMANCE & ROSES Manicure/Pedicure
 

First your hands and feet are soaked in a warm, bubbly Effervescent Soak, being soothed and invigorated at the same time.  Then our Rose Petal Scrub, featuring pumice, shea butter, and real rose petals, is applied to your arms and legs, as well as your feet and hands.  Extra attention is given to callused areas, and warm booties and mitts encourage the penetration of rich moisture deep into your skin.  Your nails are trimmed and shaped and when the exfoliating masque is removed, we'll massage our fragrant Rose Moisturizer into your feet, hands and limbs, leaving you smooth, silky and ready for romance.  Top this off with a sparkling beverage, some delicious chocolates and you are in for a VERY SPECIAL DAY.

Merle Norman   .   208 South Main Street   .   552-3751
Fuquay-Varina Arts Council & Fuquay-Varina Middle School
Proudly present......
120 North Woodrow Street

FVMS

Fuquay-Varina Coin Club Meeting

FUQUAY-VARINA COIN CLUB

CLUB MEETING

 


WHERE:       Fuquay-Varina Community Center

                     820 South Main Street

                     Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526      

                    (Located by South Park on S. Main St. U.S. 401)

 

WHEN: Tuesday February 9th at 7:00 p.m.

 

At our next meeting we will have a Power Point Presentation on Pre-Civil War North Carolina Notes.  It should be great.  Remember your dues for this year need to be paid soon.  All are welcome to attend this meeting.  We will have a door prize drawing.  


Please try to attend the Charlotte Coin Club Coin Show 

February 12-14th at the Metrolina Tradeshow Expo 

7100 Statesville Rd.

 

For further information attend our club meeting, visit the Fuquay-Varina web site

www.fuquay-varinadowntown.com or call Fuquay Coins at 919-557-1302


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.

OR
 
Checks payable to FVRA; Mail to PO Box 187, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
 
 
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!  CALL 552-0848 IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS!

Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association is on Facebook


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


We hope to see you in downtown, Fuquay-Varina this week!

For a list of shops and services in downtown, Fuquay-Varina, got to
www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com.  You can also find information about all of downtown's programs and events on our website.  Feel free to email me at susanweisfvra@yahoo.com.
I'd love to hear your ideas and comments!


Sincerely,
Susan B. Weis
Executive Director
Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association
116 Raleigh Street
Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
Phone: 919-552-0848
Mobile: 919-605-0765
www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com