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What's Happening in Downtown April 1, 2010

To learn what's happening in downtown Fuquay-Varina, check out this newsletter full of information!  Go to www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com to learn more about downtown Fuquay-Varina, browse our directory of more than 140 businesses or shop our very cool on-line store.

 
Fuquay-Varina Downtown has a new look 
The FVRA has a new look - Fuquay-Varina Downtown!  In 2007, our organization went through a community visioning process and you told us that you wanted downtown to be accessible, family-friendly, and full of interesting experiences including dining opportunities and retails shops.  We are working to achieve that goal and we think we are making progress!

 

Our new logo captures this vision of a happy and unique combination of two downtowns that people look forward to visiting.  You'll also notice that Fuquay-Varina is captured much like a signature on the logo.  This is intentional.  It pays homage to our town namesakes and their vital role in our past. 

 

Focus groups were held to test the logo.  Thanks to those that participated.  To let us know what you think, email us at susanweisfvra@yahoo.com.

 
In the new version of the newsletter, you can use IN THIS ISSUE and check out the title of articles and then link to the articles you'd like to read!
 
Also, make sure to go to our WEBSITE, www.fuquay-varinadowntown.com! It's been completely re-worked to give you all the information you need and want about Downtown Fuquay-Varina.
Buy Fuquay-Varina Downtown merchandise online
Check out our new online store!  Want a t-shirt with our new Fuquay-Varina Downtown logo?  Now you can get it with the click of a mouse!  We also have bags, baseball caps, coffee mugs and more!
Downtown Cruise-In Series

Downtown Cruise-In Series Begins Fri., April 16

 

Whether you drive a classic car or just like to look at them, you'll love the Cruise-In Series, now in its third year, starting in Downtown Fuquay-Varina on Friday, April 16.  This free event will take place from 5-9 pm the third Friday of each month from April through June in historic downtown Fuquay-Varina.  Cars will be located in the large public parking lot located at the corner of Main and Vance Streets across from Cooley's Restaurant and in the private lot behind the restaurant.  To Map Quest, enter 305 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC


Music will be provided by the Mayor of Mamers.  The Bass Lake Area Shag Society will give a shag demonstration & lessons at 6:00pm. For those interested, a guided tour of the Fuquay-Varina History Museum starts at the information booth at 5:30 & 7:00pm.  A free toy is available for all children under the age of 12.  At 7:00pm there will be a hula-hoop contest for children and one for adults and trophies will be awarded.


The Cruise-In offers families a great opportunity to get out for a night of inexpensive, family-filled fun close to home. "We are so pleased to bring this kind of entertainment to downtown", said Kathy Barnes, Chairperson of the Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association.  There will be so much activity going on the night of the April Cruise-In.  From classic cars to shag lessons and tours of the history museum to fun contests.  There really will be something for everyone.


Pre-1975 cars are welcome and there is no fee to display a car.  While at the event, cruisers can register for a variety of door prizes supplied by the stores in downtown Fuquay-Varina.  There will be a 50/50 drawing at 8:30pm.  Anyone can purchase a ticket for $5 at the information booth located in the large parking lot across from Cooley's. Proceeds will benefit the Fuquay Cruisers and Downtown Revitilization.  A flyer with information about the Cruise-In event can be downloaded at www.Fuquay-VarinaDowntown.com.


This event is generously sponsered by Fuquay-Varina Downtown, the Fuquay Cruisers, O'Reilly Auto Parts and Tilley Brothers Body shops.


Artist deadline is April 1 for Celebration of Arts 

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.  The application deadline is April 1 so hurry and get your application's in to the FVRA!!

K N B to stay open late on Thursday nights
Starting April, K N B will be open until 8:00pm on Thursday nights.
We will be offering porcelain and decorative painting classes.

KnBsmarketplace.blogspot.com

 

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

Padoodles Trendy Kids Boutique

Now through April 3, take 15% off any items in the NEW ARRIVALS category.


American Girl Spa Party:

We were happy to participate in the American Girl Fashion Show in Fayetteville this past weekend to help the Child Advocacy Center.   Join us for our upcoming American Girl Spa Party on Saturday, April 10 from 10 - 11:15am or from 12:00 - 1:15pm. Recommended for girls ages 5 and up. Space's limited to 10. 

Call us at 919-342-4639 to sign up. Visit our website: www.padoodles.com

Stick Boy taking orders for Easter 

We are now taking orders for Easter! Shoot us an email, stop by the bakery, or give us a call at (919) 557-2237 to place your Easter order.  Our lemon poppy seed pound cake is perfect for your Saturday morning brunch or Sunday afternoon picnic.....arrived just in time for Easter.


Save $2.00 on a whole Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake & save $0.50 on a slice! 

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

Taste fine wines at Cellar 101 this Fri. & Sat.  
TASTINGS

Friday April 2, 6:00-9:00pm

We will be tasting some awesome juice this Friday with Paul. He has been convinced to open some Mac Daddy Rich guy Cabernet and a couple of others that will  impress that Jackas* brother in law coming over for dinner on Sunday. Road Trip will be in the house to play. Bring your own chow and cool out for a bit!  

 

Saturday April 3, 12:00-5:00pm

We want to hear from you! What should we taste? Email us at Bob@cellar101.com and let us know. We have some great ideas for Easter wines but interested in what you think! We will have bottles open.  Don't forget your organic farm fresh eggs to color from 10-12


          101 S. Main Street * Fuquay-Varina * NC * 27526

Business Space For Rent at Enchanting Moments

Enchanting Moments has business space for rent.  For more information, please contact Debbe at 919-552-6393 ext. 111.

Regal Gifts & Interiors store closing 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. Pease call 552-9251 if any questions.

National Denim Day at Pass It On
Celebrate National Denim Day by wearing your favorite jeans and receive a 20% discount at Pass It On. National Denim Day occurs on Thursday, April 22nd.

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

Sunglass Sale at Family Optical
Take 30% off of our non-prescription sunglasses, including our "retro" Converse suns!  Special discounts available for prescription suns as well!  Stop in for more details! 


Family Optical

504 Broad St

(919)567-0059

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

www.familyopticalfuquay.com

Spring cleaning at David Anthony's 

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!  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: Mark Roberts' Fairies & Byers' Choice Carolers.  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.

 

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

News from the Shoppes on Main
Shoppes on Main Mini Mall is located at 212 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina, N. C. 27526.  For more information call Judy Montague at (919) 669-5411.

 

COMING SOON: AL-LA-MODE ICE CREAM AND SODA SHOP

Look for the opening of this new store in the next couple of weeks. Come by for a cone of delicious ice cream or that favorite soda.


GOLD STAR PASTA

If you haven't had a chance to visit this shop, then you are missing a lot of good pasta.  Time is an enemy to all of us, but if you stop by and purchase some of Tony's prepackaged pasta and sauce you have a meal ready in 15 to 20 minutes.


LEGACY FRAMING

How many of us have pictures and items that need framing?  We all do!  Please come by and visit with Heidi on Thursday, Friday or Saturday and get her ideas on how to frame that special item.

 

NATURAL WOOD ART

The most beautiful wooden bowls and decorative items are available at "Shoppes".  These items are all hand crafted and made of all natural wood.


DALLAS JEWELRY

We have jewelry for all occasions; daytime or evening.  At this time of year, all the young ladies are preparing for the Prom.  What better way to set off that special dress but with just the right jewelry.  


SEW HAPPY 

This unique shop with hand made tote bags has joined the family at "Shoppes On Main".  Come by and visit and if you have an idea for a tote bag, this is the place to get it made.


YOUR GIFT SOLUTIONS

Birthdays, Get Well, Holidays, New Baby, Corporate Appreciation, Redneck Survival Kit and More!   Free delivery within Fuquay-Varina and surrounding areas.   Upcoming gift giving occasions:  April 4 - Easter, April 21 - Administrative Professionals' Day

919-639-8645

info@yourgiftsolutionsinc.com

http://www.yourgiftsolutionsinc.com

 

IN FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY

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.http://www.infocusphoto07.com

 

BU BEAUTIFUL

With a terrific selection of trendy clothes, superior customer service and retail prices under $100.00, everyone will be sure to find something they'll like.   919-552-3235.

JW FLOOR COVERINGS

Residential & Commercial, Sales & Installation, Carpet, Hardwoods, Vinyl, Laminate, Ceramic, Cork, Stair Runners, Area Rugs, Also offer carpet repairs & re-stretching

Stop by and visit our showroom or we offer free in home consultations

 

All these shops are located at the The Shoppes on Main

Judy Montague
212 S. Main St. ~ 919-669-5411
News from Varina Mercantile 

All of these Merchants are located in the Varina Merchantile Building at 601 E Broad Street, Fuquay Varina NC 27526


ARTISTIC WHINES
The Varina Merchantile is excited to have "Artistic Whines" as our new vendor. Artistic Whines specializes in wine, and art . Come out every Saturday from
2pm-5pm for wine tasting and live music. Stop by and see the  different artworks they have to offer.

ABOVE FASHIONS
Above Fashions is excited to be offering matching mother daughter outfits. Stop by and mention this ad to
receive 15% off your purchase. We also provide custom monogramming and gifts for all occasions.
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/231809782513919-557-7225.
 

THINGS OF JOY

A Bodacious boutique for your home, garden & you with great sales now going on. All Easter merchandise is 60% off, now through Saturday.  Save on regular priced merchandise too by receieving a discount on your entire purchase of $50 or more.


HAYLEI'S HOUSE ELECTRONICS
Haylei's House has unique electronics at affordable prices. We have jump drives, cell phone accessories, electronic kid games, drills, large mixers, blenders, digital picture phones, digital clocks, cameras, etc. Stop by today!


SCOTTIE FASHIONS
Scotties Fashions specializing in fashion jewelry and fashion handbags. She also has necklace sets starting at $3.50 up to $20.00. Bring in your outfit and leave with a beautiful necklace set to match.
  919-798-7136.


INSPIRATIONAL JEWELRY
Beautiful custom made earrings, bracelets, and necklaces made with stones,and beads. All handmade with you in mind.
Stop by today for her $4.00 earrings while supplies last.

AMISHED CRAFTED FURNITURE
Get ready for spring stop by our location today for outdoor furniture such as hand crafted rocker, gliders, and children's rockers. Take 10% off rockers and gliders today!


POZZIBILITEZ
Pozzibilitiez has become one of North Carolina's leaders as well as pioneers for fashion handbags, fashion jewelry, latest seasonal trinkets, commemorative novelties and accessories.  We offer a dainty variety of hard to find one of a kind items and have accessories in all categories from earrings to belts.


CLASSROOM SPACE FOR RENT
INCREDIBILE classroom space for rent... great for scrapebooking, art classes, beading, sewing lessons, photography, bible classes, etc.  Open 9:00am to 4:00pm. Seating capacity: 15-20 people.  The classroom area has tables and chairs already included and there is a door for privacy. If you need a place to host an event please call 557-7225.


CRAFTER'S MARKET

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. 

We welcome jewelry, candle, floral designers, ceramics, pottery, children's items, quilters, and so much more. Space not suitable for large items.

Varina Merchantile - 601 E Broad Street - Fuquay Varina NC 27526
919-557-7225  www.varinamerchantile.com
Historical Museum Spring Schedule
The Fuquay-Varina Museum will be open on Wednesday afternoons from 1:00 - 4:00pm starting April 7 through May 26th.

Other Special Events include:
April 10, Saturday 10:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m.
April 16, Friday Cruise-In 5:00-9:00 p.m.
May 21, Friday Cruise-in 5:00-9:00 p.m.
May 16, Chamber of Commerce Sunday 2:00-4:00 p.m. (by special request for merchants who cannot make it during normal business hours during the week.)

COME AND VISIT THE:
Squire Ballentine School
Fuquay Springs First Post Office
Centennial Museum

Business Space For Rent at Dennis Duke, CPA
Dennis Duke, CPA has 3 business spaces for rent.  For more information, please contact Dennis Duke.
Dennis Duke, CPA's, PA
dduke@nc.rr.com 
Ofc 919-552-8000
Cell 919-418-3853
What's Happening Around Fuquay-Varina
Rock-n-Shop at FV High School
The FVHS will be holding a 'Rock-n-Show event in the gymnasium on April 10th from 110:am to 3:00pm. Admission: $5.  Come visit to see rockin' bands & tantalizing shopping and enter to win at their cash raffle! www.fvhsptsa.com
Fuquay-Varina Coin Club Meeting 

WHERE: Fuquay-Varina Community Center

                     820 South Main Street

                     Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526       

 WHEN: Tuesday April 13th at 7:00 p.m.

 

At our next meeting we will be having a presentation on the U.S. Indian Cent.  Bring a few of your nice or unusual Indians to show and discuss if you like.  Remember your dues for this year need to be paid now!  All are welcome to attend this meeting.  We will be drawing the winner for the 2010 "Early Release" MS-69 Silver Eagle.  We will have a door prize drawing as well.  .

 

For further information attend our club meeting or visit the Fuquay-Varina web site www.fuquay-varinadowntown.com  

or call Fuquay Coins at 919-557-1302

Fuquay-Varina Lion's Club 
The F-V Lions Club is holding its annual charity Superball Golf Tournament on April 21 at Bent winds CC.  Golfers of all abilities are welcome.  Golf, lunch, dinner, door prizes, awards, chipping contest, win trip to Hawaii - all for just $375 per team.  Help the vision impaired.  Contact Brian Kostek, 647-9859.
FVHS Fiddler on the Roof 
FVHS Theater Patrons announces its production of Fiddler on the Roof April 15-17 (7 pm); April 18 (2 pm)  LAST CHANCE for local merchants to get GREAT advertising in our program at LOW prices to over 1,000 people!  Ads are $25, $50, $75, $100 - DEADLINE APRIL 1!

Call or e-mail Diane Neer: Ph: (561) 901-3401; E-mail: Dineer526@aol.com

 
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

A Note from the Director
We'd love to hear feed back on our new look.  Email me at susanweisfvra@yahoo.com
 
Thanks!
 
Susan Weis
Executive Director

Mission Statement:  The Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association is a non-profit organization whose mission is to facilitate development of the business and residential historic districts as an economic, cultural and recreational center for the community through image and infrastructure enhancements and cooperative efforts with government and civic groups

In This Issue
~ Downtown has new look
~ Buy Downtown merchandise online
~ Downtown Cruise-In Series
~ Artist deadline is April 1
~ K N B open on Thurs. nights
~ Padoodles "Girl Spa Party"
~ Easter specials at Stick Boy
~ Cellar 101 Wine Tastings This...Fri. & Sat
~ Business Space For Rent
~ Regal Gifts store closing sale
~ Denim Day at Pass It On
~ Sunglass Sale at Family Optical
~ Spring cleaning at David Anthony's
~ News from the Shoppes on Main
~ News from Varina Merchantile
~ Historical Museum Spring Schedule
~ Business Space For Rent
~ Rock-n-Shop @ FVHS
~ Coin Club Meeting
~ Lion's Club
~ FVHS - Fiddler on the Roof...
~ Flapjack breakfast fundraiser
Upcoming Events
  
Cruise-In
Fri., April 16, 5-9 pm
Large lot at Cooley's
Classic cars, shag lessons, toy for 1st 100 kids, museum tour and more.
 
Cruise-In
Fri., May 21, 5-9 pm
Large lot at Cooley's
Classic cars, shag lessons, toy for 1st 100 kids, museum tour and more.
 
Celebration of the Arts
Celebrate Fuquay-Varina
Sat., June 5, 10 am - 4 pm
Historic Fuquay & Varina
Family fun, art vendors, food, contests & more
 
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