This week in Old Towne – Sales & Events – Aug 21

If you haven’t been to Old Towne lately, take an extra few minutes on your next visit and check out the fabulous progress Tom and Kris are making on 215 E Bank St (to be a coffee shop/bakery near Mayton Transfer Lofts), the unique and creative decor and merchandise at the new Pizza Shop (no, […]

August 21, 2009; 9:12 AM • by OTMG

If you haven’t been to Old Towne lately, take an extra few minutes on your next visit and check out the fabulous progress Tom and Kris are making on 215 E Bank St (to be a coffee shop/bakery near Mayton Transfer Lofts), the unique and creative decor and merchandise at the new Pizza Shop (no, you can’t eat there) at 9 E Bank, the spiffy paint job on The Bistro at Market and Grove, Marias Restaurant’s new outdoor seating area, and see and be seen at Andrades Intl Restaurant’s gorgeous outdoor patio.

Below are some upcoming events and note-worthy items (read below about Utopia Spa in the news!). You may also check http://www.oldtownepetersburg.com/events.html any time for up to the minute information on Old Towne happenings.

SALES/SPECIALS

The Pizza Shop featuring skateboards and apparel is NOW OPEN at 9 E Bank St. (enter behind the Cockade City Grill on Bank). Hours are M-F 2-8 pm, Sat 12-8. This is a fun, trendy, safe and stylish store with a unique dcor. You must come in (and bring your kids and your kids friends with you) and check out the hot look! This Friday 8/21 enjoy a movie outside with a skateboarding theme. Call 358.1423 or email pizza.skate.shop@gmail.com for more details.

Signature Style Polish Pottery Shop
30% OFF ALL POLISH POTTERY FOR MILITARY ID CARD HOLDERS through the end of August in the Old Towne Store!!! (mention this email and show ID card for discount / no other discounts apply / prior purchases not eligible for discount) Open Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon 11-5 pm / CLOSED Tues & Wed – OPEN LATER for Friday for the Arts! 13 W Old St, 804.733.4495 / http://polishpotteryshop.com

Old Towne Market Place
10% OFF Tuesday. ASK FOR the Tuesday discount to get 10% off all items in stock. 124 W Bank St., 733.4955.

Therapeutic Massage Center & Boutique
Just arrived!! Exciting display of freshwater pearl necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. Special orders gladly accepted for length and bridal party gifts. Stop in for Friday Night at the Arts August 14 and see the pearl collection along with our handcrafted jewelry and one-of-a kind handbags. Gift certificates always available for gifts and services. Hours M-F 10 am – 6 pm, Sat 10 am – 5 pm. , www.tmc-and-boutique.com. 27 Bollingbrook Street, 2nd Floor. (804)722-1720.

The Oak
Start or Expand your Antiques & Collectibles business! We’ve got great space available for you! Please contact Mikey Fuller, manager at 804-861-6111 or sales@theoakantiques.com for more information!
Also–great sales currently up to 50% off! Hurry in for the best deals in Old Towne! Sales subject to change without notice.
400 N. Sycamore Street, (804) 861-6111, www.theoakantiques.com

Utopia Spa and “Uptowne” make the news!
Check out http://www.wtvr.com/videobeta/watch/?watch=64cc2634-9d30-4447-a66c-a137c40105b6&src=front to see a great story on some of the current renovations going on “Uptowne”!
Also……… Utopia announces “Facial Fridays”! Schedule your facial for a Friday and Save $10 off your service Plus a FREE Soyaffin treatment for your hands or feet! That’s a $25.00 savings!
And… All New Clients receive 2 Free “Welcome Certificates” after their first service! A $25.00 value!
Plus… Visit the website to purchase Instant On-Line Gift Certificates, & to use our On-Line Scheduling! (Some restrictions may apply) Utopia Spa LLC / 115 N. Sycamore St., Historic “Uptowne” Petersburg / 804.732.1234 / www.TheUtopiaSpa.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

Andrades International Restaurant hosted karaoke last Sunday, and I hear that they will continue this week and further. Come participate on Sundays from 7 pm until ??. L & W Entertainment (Linda & Walt & friends) are locals and they sing “classics”- country, rock, and ELVIS, ELVIS, ELVIS. Socialize with your friends and neighbors, and meet some new folks!. I also hear that beers will be $1 / well drinks $2.
7 Bollingbrook St., 733.1515. Open 7 days a week!

The Thursday in Old Towne concerts continue until September. Admission is $10, doors open 6:30, Rain or Shine. Get the schedule and info at http://petersburgarea.org .

Antiques Jamboree & 2nd Annual Appraisal Fair
Saturday, September 19 Hosted by the Battersea Foundation at Battersea, an Anglo-Palladian villa built in 1768 by a founding father, Colonel John Banister, one of the signers of the Articles of Confederation.
30 40 selected antique dealers will bring items for sale Antique appraisers of note will be at Battersea to identify, authenticate, explain and appraise your collectibles including: furniture, dolls, art work, militaria, glassware, porcelain, silver, sports collectibles and items from many other genres.
There will be a $5.00 admission fee to the jamboree. The jamboree will be open from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm with a $10.00 early bird fee for admission at 8:00 am. Antique appraisals will be given between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm at no charge. Contributions are always welcomed! For additional information contact the Battersea, Inc. office (804 732-9882).

Cockade City Camera Club
Next meeting is Thurs., Aug 27 – 7-9 pm, meeting “At the Globe”, 201 N Sycamore St. For additional info call 833.4977 or email rooneyjohna@gmail.com .

First Annual Festival of Grapes and Hops
Sat., Sept. 26, 2009 in Old Towne. Sponsored by the Petersburg Chamber of Commerce. Get more on Chamber events at petersburgvachamber.com .

Fall Family Festival – coming up on Oct. 17. Get details on http://oldtownepetersburg.com/events.html.

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