March 18, 2010
 Vol 3, Issue 11
What's Happening This Week
In Downtown Fuquay-Varina

Spring is right around the corner!
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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Candy Hop in Downtown Fuquay-Varina on

Saturday, March 27 from 11 am - 2 pm

 

Once again, the merchants in downtown Fuquay-Varina are creating free, family fun in downtown Fuquay-Varina.  On Saturday, March 27 from 11 am to 2 pm, the merchants on and around historic Main and Broad Streets will host a Candy Hop to celebrate Easter.  "The Candy Hop will work much like the traditional Trick or Treat event in downtown that has been so popular for the past few years," said Kathy Barnes, Fuquay-Varina Downtown Chairman.  Children should bring a basket and visit merchants displaying the poster that says, "Hop in for Candy!"  Make sure to hop, hop, hop, from shop to shop. You're sure to find candy and goodies and a whole lot more, but be sure to use the words "I Love Fuquay-Varina" at each store!  The Easter Bunny is likely to make an appearance so make sure to bring your camera.  For more information, go to www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com.

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Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association
Business After Hours
TONIGHT, COME JOIN US!!!!!!

Please Join Us TONIGHT

THURSDAY, MARCH 18 FROM 5:30-7:00 PM

at the Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Office

116 Raleigh Street, Fuquay-Varina

For A Business After Hours OPEN HOUSE

 

See our new office.  Meet our Board of Directors.

Be the first to see the new downtown logo!

Beer, wine and refreshments served.

Door Prize!


This event is held in partnership with the Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce
K N B's Brew 'n Browse
Coffee & Consignment Shop
Raleigh Street
Thursday Night, Late Nights!
 
Starting April, K N B will be open until 8:00pm on Thursday nights.
We will be offering porcelain and decorative painting classes.

March 18th, Thursday Night
We will be open joining in the fun with the Revitalization's Business After Hours
............after all, we are right next door!  Stop by and see us.

KnBsmarketplace.blogspot.com

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120 Raleigh Street <> Fuquay-Varina <> NC <> 27526 <> 919.557.8155 

Check Out What's Happening at
Shoppes on Main
212 South Main Street
30+ Shops Under One Roof!!!!
Shoppes on Main

Sweet Treat Boutique
March 20, 2010 starting at 2:00pm
Custom boutique treats for your little sweet!
 
Spring Fashion Runway Event
March 20th at 2:oo pm
212 S. Main Street downtown Fuquay Varina
inside The Shoppes on Main

A Spring Fashion Runway Event will be held Saturday, March 20 at 2:00 pm, hosted by The Shoppes On Main, 212 S. Main Street , Fuquay-Varina, N. C.  The fashion show will feature the new Spring and Summer children's lines from Sweet Treat Boutique, a local children's clothing designer.  The preteen and teen designs will also make their debut at this event.   Open to the public at no charge, this is the perfect event to find that special item for a little princess in your life while browsing the over 30 unique stores that offer everything from handcrafted gifts to gourmet foods.  For more information visit www.sweettreatboutique.com.

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J&D Decor
Store Closing

J&D Decor will be closing at the end of March.  We are selling out the entire store.  All inventory must go, at hugh savings for you.  Merchandise is discounted up to 65%.  Dina is a Decorative Artist, so we have a large selection of original hand painted items and pictures, at 15% off.  We have unique gifts, handcrafted jewelry, art supplies, unpainted wood, etc.  Come in to see everything that we have to offer.
 
919-557-2003          www.jddecor.com
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"A SILK CREATION "

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Everything in the store has been marked down to sell.
We carry a variety of silk flower arrangements from everyday to every holiday.

Spring is in the air
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WE ARE ALL READY WITH SPRING WREATH'S AND FLORAL DESIGN'S  FOR SPRING AND EASTER. WE WILL BE MAKING EASTER BASKETS SO PUT YOUR ORDER IN NOW! WE WILL BE THERE UNTIL THE END OF MARCH. ALL ORDERS MUST BE PICKED UP BEFORE THAN OR MAKE OTHER ARRANGEMENT'S FOR DELIVERY.  
 
 PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COME IN AND BROWSE AROUND AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR ALREADY LOW COST SILK FLOWER ARRANGEMENT'S.   
 
 
*WE WILL DELIVER WITHIN 15 MILES OUT OF FUQUAY-VARINA FOR A SMALL ADDITIONAL FEE*
(919) 225-6477     ASILKCREATION@AOL.COM  

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A Perfect Gift For Every Occassion!

Birthdays, Get Well, Holidays, New Baby, Corporate Appreciation, Redneck Survival Kit - just some of the ways we can help you by designing the perfect gift.  Each of our gifts and gift baskets is designed especially for you and within the budget you select. 
 
Free delivery within Fuquay Varina and surrounding areas; a small delivery charge is added for other areas (see our website for details.).
 
Upcoming gift giving occasions:  March 30 - Doctor's Day, April 4 - Easter, April 21 - Administrative Professionals' Day


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WINK BOUTIQUE OPENS
WELCOME WINK!!!!!

"Wink", the new fashion boutique at The Shoppes On Main is join with "SweetTreat Boutique" to show the latest fashions from "In Style" and "Lucky" Magazines.  Come see what Vanessa Boyd, the store manager, has in store for you and check out the local models on the WHAT'S GOING ON THIS WEEK AT "SHOPPES ON MAIN " runway.  Don't forget that the show starts at 2:00 PM and be sure and register for some great door prizes.
       
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In Focus Photography
Easter Pictures
 

Maureen Norcross, photographer for "In Focus Photography" is making big plans for the Easter Bunny.  She will have a real bunny on hand for you to get that special Easter picture of your child.  Please call Maureen at  (919) 624-7076 to book a time to
capture this special event in your child's life.

 
 "Here to capture the special moments in your life"

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The Shoppes on Main ~ 212 S. Main St. ~ 919-669-5411
Stick Boy
St. Patrick's Day is all month!
Main Street

The Luck of The Irish is at Stick Boy

The Shamrock Shake is back! The Shamrock Shake is a seasonal dessert sold at Stick Boy during the month of March to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. This mint-flavored green treat is made with vanilla ice cream and creme de menthe syrup, then topped with our homemade whipped cream and green sprinkles. Amazing!

Other Irish item's being offered for this week only is our famous Irish Soda bread.  Our Irish Soda Bread is a traditional soda bread made with wheat flour, buttermilk, baking soda, and salt. We make it in two great flavors: Raisin Caraway and Speckled (made with chocolate).

Lucky Cookies are also available: Our famous sugar cookie, rolled in to the shape of a clover, baked to perfection, and sprinkled with green sugar. Amazing! $1.50 each or $15.00/dozen. Lucky Cookies will be available all week.


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Stick Boy Bread Co. | 127 South Main Street | Fuquay-Varina | NC | 27526

Varina Merchantile
Lot's of shopping under one roof!
601 East Broad Street
Above Fashions............

We are also excited to have the craft vendor " Mary's Concierge" as our Saturday March 20th vendor.  The company sells Affordable Lace Front Wigs Great for Easter, Spring Break or after Exercising ! Great Prices ! $80 Synthetics and $150 Human Hair. Also great gifts from India Exotic Beaded Journals, Bracelets, Bookmarks, Mary Shelton (Mary's Concierge) 919.552.2145. Please mark your calendars to come out and support the business.

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We are excited to have the craft vendor "Malinda Melton Vagasky Photography-North Carolina Artist " as our Friday March 27th vendor.

The about the company: I enjoy all types of photography.  I am inspired by the bright, bold and beautiful images of nature, travel and the coast.  My love of people is reflected in my photography of weddings, families, newborns and children. Photography allows me to creatively capture micro moments of my world and share them with others.

Products-

Photo Cards- Designed with an original 4x6 Color or B&W image on the front of a 5x7 white card with envelope.  These cards are blank on the inside and suitable for framing.

Each card comes in a protective clear sleeve.

Fine Art Prints on a variety of photo papers and Canvas.

Framed Prints.

Mini 4x6 Canvas Prints with easel.

Services Available-

Wedding, Engagement, Pregnancy, Newborn, Family, Pets and Special Events.

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Above Fashions now has new skirt sets for the Easter Holiday's.
We also carry "Lil" girl dresses and pant sets for all occasions.
Pick your style and pick your color scheme.
We also custom design jeans for your"Lil" princess.
Bring your ordinary jeans and leave with extraordinary jeans.

"We believe in going ABOVE the ordinary to the extraordinary."

Mention this ad to receive 15% off any one item.

Visit our website
www.abovefashions.com or become a fan on facebook by clicking this link.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Above-Fashions-Lil-Dress-Boutique/231809782513.

We offer custom monogramming for all occasions.
(vinyl and machine embroidery)

Above Fashions is excited to be a vendor for a
Fashions Show Charity Event to sponsor Haiti.
The event will be located at:
The Fuquay Varina Community Center 820 South Main Street
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526 March 19th at 5:30pm.
Please come out and support the event.

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Crafter Space For Rent at The Varina Merchantile

Come set up 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 SPACE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE LARGE ITEMS SUCH AS FURNITURE

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Rent Space For A Clothing Boutique
 
Large space ideal for women's, or men's clothing store. The space comes with a large office area. If this space sounds like a great opportunity for you call 919-557-7225.
We are a unique marketplace with 9 shops under one roof. Come and join the team.

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Varina Merchantile Building   .   601 E Broad Street
919- 557-7225
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My Back Porch
515 Broad Street
PROM Season is Approaching
Get your PROM gowns at My Back Porch!!!!

Prom season fast approaching. Come in and check out our GREAT selection of prom dresses!! We have many that have just arrived and are super affordable!!! We also have many new spring items, and have lots more arriving daily. Remember to check My Back Porch often for the best selection of many top of the line labels at rock bottom prices!!!

515 Broad Street <> Historic Varina <> 919.552.9344
InterAct's "Pass It On" Shop
Author Series: March 25th
Main Street
Author Series
March 25th
5:30 to 7:30pm

Local author Oie Osterkamp will kick off InterAct's 2010 Authors Series on Thursday, March 25, 2010 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at InterAct's Pass It On thrift store, 309 South Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. Oie will share inspirational insights about life and relationships from his first book, Being a Sharefish in a Selfish World. InterAct's Authors Series takes place quarterly and provides the community with the opportunity to hear from a local author, as well as learn about InterAct's services for families impacted by domestic violence and rape/sexual assault.

Contact: InterAct's Main Line at 919-828-7501 or admin@interactofwake.org
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Coming Next Month...............

Applebee's Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser
The Fuquay-Varina Junior Woman's Club Invites you to join them at their pancake fundraiser.  The proceeds will benefit Pass It On and other local charities.
 
Saturday, April 17th
7:30am to 10:00am
$7.00 per person
Tickets Available at Pass It On
Advanced purchase necessary!!!
Ticket deadline April 2nd
Details: 919.557.8020
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Pass It On
309 South Main St .
Fuquay-Varina , NC 27526
919-557-8020
Store Hours:
Tuesday-Friday 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm
www.interactofwake.org

Regal Gifts & Interiors
Sad, Sad News!!!!
Broad Street
Going Out Of Business Sale...............

Regal Gifts & Interiors is having a "Store Closing Sale".  Every item is reduced 30% off their already reasonable prices (excludes Tyler, special orders). Everything must go including fixtures, displays, chandeliers, etc.  Layaways and special orders will be accepted but must be picked up by April 15th.

Ann will continue in Interior Design but without the showroom and would like to thank all their loyal customers for making the last four years for Regal Interiors showroom a wonderful and enjoyable experience. Ann is ready to help in the future with your design needs.

Remember "We Only Look Expensive!"

502 E. Broad Street <> Varina Station <> 919.552.9251

David Anthony's
Spring Cleaning!
Main Street

Spring Cleaning Efforts Are Underway!
 
We are spring cleaning  at DAVID ANTHONY'S. Come by and take advantage of the items we have on the sale table.  Some items are reduced 75%.  Great Deals!
The warm weather makes us want to change our winter flags to the bright and beautiful spring flags.  We have a great assortment of spring and summer as well as collegiate flags.  Reminder:  the upcoming Final Four and we do have Duke flags in stock.
Some of the new items we now have are Mark Roberts' Fairies, Byers' Choice Carolers.  We invite you to come in and browse.  We offer free gift wrapping for that perfect gift. 
Our hours are Monday-Friday 10-6 and Saturdays 10-5. 
Check out our website for more interesting facts about
David Anthony's.

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542 North Main Street
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526-1942
(919) 552-9827
www.davidanthonys.com
Enchanting Moments
Elma Reis Couture

ENCHANTING MOMENTS
presents

a Showcase of
Limited Edition
Bridal and Debutante Gowns

by

Elma Reis Couture

March 5 - March 31

*Special discounts and gifts offered
 during this unique showing
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Our Elma Reis Trunk Show is the perfect opportunity

for you to see a wide selection of gorgeous couture gowns.

Work with one of our consultants to find your dream gown

for your dream day!

To best meet your needs we do work by appointment.
Book your APPOINTMENT for this unique showing
919-552-6393x102         inquiries@enchantingmoments.biz
enchantingmoments.biz

Family Optical
504 Broad Street

Family Optical.......................

~ Readers, Readers and more Readers!!! 

Come in when you can and check out our readers!  We have new styles in lots of powers!  Fun, funky, fantastic....we know you'll love them!

~ Drive Wear(R) Lenses Available!

What's a DriveWear(R) lens?   

DriveWear(R) lenses are lenses that are polarized and capable of sensing and reacting to varying light conditions both outside and behind the windshield of the car.

What does that mean to me? 

It means you get a lens that is designed for comfort.  This lens not only provides optimal glare protection, it will change color with the lighting conditions (including behind your windshield!) 

Are DriveWear(R) lenses right for me?

Call us or stop in with your prescription, and we can discuss the availability along with more details.

~Sunglass Season is Here!
New sunglasses are arriving weekly!  Polarized, non-polarized, prescription or non-prescription ~ we have many styles and colors for men and women. 
 
~ Candy Hop ~ Saturday, March 27th!
Tell your mom, tell your pop, and bring the kiddies to our little 'ol optical shop...we're passing out candy during the candy hop ~ 11-2 Saturday March 27th!  See you there!
 
~ Insightful Quotes:
'I never lose sight of the fact that just being is fun.' .......Katherine Hepburn

Family Optical.....504 Broad St.....919-567-0059

Tu-Th 9-5, Fr 11-6, Sat 10-3

 
FVAA Baseball
Needs Your Help!
Swing For The Fence

Help the   FVAA Baseball Program

Participate in the

 

"Swinging for the Fence"

Golf Challenge

 

Awards and Prizes after Play

Raffle

Skills Games

 

Wednesday

April 14, 2010

10:00 AM

 

Shotgun Start

Captain's Choice

Lochmere Golf Club

$300 per Team Inclusive Entry Fee

(includes Green Fee with Cart, Prizes, Beverages and Lunch)

 All paid entries must be received by April 5, 2010.

Return paid entries to FVAA   525 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC  27526

 

For more information,

contact the FVAA Office 552-5465 or Jeff Scott 306-7012 or Wayne Cutler 623-1878.

Revitilization Association
Street Scape Improvement Update

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In Case You Missed the March 3rd Meeting

 

INFORMATIONAL SESSION ON PHASE 2 STREET SCAPE IMPROVEMENTS

 

Sponsored by Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association & Town of Fuquay-Varina

 

The Streetscape construction project, expected to last about 9 months, will make improvements along North Main Street from Academy to Ennis Street, a portion of Broad Street in Varina and the side streets of East and West Vance, Raleigh, Depot, First and East and West Academy in downtown Fuquay. As part of the bond projects approved by the citizens of the Town of Fuquay-Varina, the Board of Commissioners elected to move forward with the construction of the Streetscape project which began in January.

 

CURRENT SCHEDULE OF WORK ACTIVITIES


On-going: Main Street - Jones Street to Ennis Street (both sides)

April 12 - May 14th: Broad Street

May 17th - May 28th: Raleigh Street & Depot Street

May 24th - June 4th: First Street

June 7th - July 1st: Vance Street

July 12th - August 6th: Academy Street

August 9th - End Of Project: Main Street - Academy to Jones Street (both sides)


 

If you were unable to attend this meeting and have specific questions, you can call Arthur Mouberry at 552-1402 or Susan Weis at 552-0848.

 


CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS
CALL FOR ARTISTS
 

The 7th annual Celebration of the Arts will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2010 in Historic Downtown Fuquay-Varina and attracts more than 10,000 visitors during the one-day event.  The festival is open to all artists and fine crafts people producing original work. 

 

To download an application, go to www.fuquay-varinadowntown.com.  Please call 919-552-0848 if you prefer an application be mailed to you.  

Application deadline: April 1, 2010

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:

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Dear All,

Did you know that the month of March holds some interesting Holidays and observances?  Here is a list in case you are not aware of some of them for this year, 2010:

* March 2nd: Read Across America Day
* March 14th: Daylight Saving Time
* March 15th: The Ides of March
* March 17th: St.Patrick's Day
* March 20th: First day of Spring
* March 28th: Palm Sunday
* March 30th: Passover

I hope you all have a Happy March!

Sincerely,
Susan B. Weis

Executive Director
Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association
116 Raleigh Street
Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

Email: susanweisfvra@yahoo.com
Phone: 919-552-0848
Mobile: 919-605-0765
www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com