Up and Coming Weekly is a weekly publication in Fayetteville, NC and Fort Bragg, NC area offering local news, views, arts, entertainment and community event and business information.
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www.cityoffayetteville.org Stay Cool In the Hot Summer Downtown! If our "barely there" winter was any indication, we might be looking at some warm days this summer. But never fear, Downtown Fayetteville has some "hot" tips to keep you feeling cool while having fun. coffee, or chill out with a fruity smoothie from one of our fabulous coffee shops downtown, including Market Square Coffee Shop at 106 Hay St., Rude Awakening Coffee House at 227 Hay St. or the Marquis Market at 116 Person St. And don't forget, we also have two convenience stores, with Hay Street Mini Mart at 318 Hay St. and the new Market Square Mart at 208 Hay St. for a quick bottle of soda or slushie. keep you active, yet inside the air conditioning. There is pottery at Greg's Art, Pottery and Gifts at 122 Maxwell St., a yoga class at Embrace Yoga Studio at 145 Franklin St. or an indoor climbing course at the Climbing Place at 436 W. Russell St., or the almost here Wine and Design coming soon at the end of June to Donaldson Street. Oh, and what about the new classes at the Gilbert Theater at 116 Green St. vocabulary this summer: ice cream! Get your the Chocolate Lady at 318 Hay St. or Horne's Café at 124 Hay St. Scoops in a cup, sundaes... yum! Hay St. One of our favorites! taurants, along with lighter summer fare, such as sandwiches, salads and wraps. Fried Turkey Shop, Blue Moon, Circa 1800, Huske Hardware House, Beef O Bradys, Pierro's or Pierro's Express, Lido's and more! Don't forget Wet Willie's at 411 Hay St. for a huge selection of frozen daiquiris, too! merchandise for the summer. So Chic Bebe at 120 Hay St., Kindred Hearts at 225 Franklin St. and Holmes Fine Gifts at 127 Hay St. are a few great places to shop! And remember, the Downtown Alliance is hosting a downtown-wide Scavenger Hunt this 4th Friday! Come your rules/clues sheet starting at 6 p.m. at 222 Hay St. For those who remember last year, this is a super fun event, so get to it! Business Spotlight A family-owned business since 1919, Bell's Seed Store, located at 230 E. Russell St., is a one- stop shop for all of your gardening and yard care needs. With a full staff ready to answer any questions, there is a large atrium and greenhouse full of plants to pick from and options for sod, pesticides, fertilizers and more. Has the spring rain left you with weeds or are you concerned about bugs? They have got you covered! Along with hanging baskets, seeds and everything you will need to get your yard looking beautiful for backyard cookouts and more, they also carry really cute décor items, including personalized, patriotic windchimes, metal sculpture pieces and benches. Bell's Seed Store is the perfect place to shop all year round. Check the website, too, for fun activities and classes. Hours of operations are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.bellsseedstore.com on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bellseedstore. (9 10) 829-9171 www.fascinate-u.com 1 16 Green Street JUNE Events Sat., June 9, 1 1-1 "Make It Take It" - American Flags Sat., June 16: 1 1-1 "Super Science" - Solar System Scale Model Sat.., June 2 & 16: 12-4 Come See the Trains Free admission to the Cape Fear Model Railroad Club on the 3rd floor! Mon.-Fri., June 18-22: Summer Camps for Rising 1-5th graders (1/2 day art and 1/2 day Science - all about animals!) Fri., June 22: 7-9 "Fourth Friday" - Beaded Bracelets & Gem & Mineral Display. Free Admission for everyone! Admission Prices: 6 UCW JUNE 6-12, 2012 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM Calendar of Events June 9 - 2nd Saturdays Arts Fest, Museum of the Cape Fear, www.museumofthecapefear.ncdcr.gov June 21 - Fayetteville After Five, Fayetteville Dogwood Festival, www.faydogwoodfestival.com June 22 - 4th Friday, Downtown Alliance and Arts Council, www.theartscouncil.org June 22 - Movie in Festival Park, Operation Ceasefire, www.ceasefire.ci.fayetteville.nc.us Downtown Farmer's Market every Wednesday and Saturday! How Much Do You Know jmclaughlin@ci.fay.nc.us will win a fun prize. announced in the next installment of Downtown Developments. Congratulations to Ashley Schmidt for submitting the correct answer last issue. There are four designated historic districts in and around downtown: the Downtown Historic District, the Haymount Historic District, the Liberty Point National Register District and the Market House Square National Register District. JAMI SHEPPARD McLAUGHLIN, Downtown Development Manager jmclaughlin@ci.fay.nc.us www.visitdowntownfayetteville.com www.facebook.com/downtownfayetteville The City of Fayetteville, North Carolina does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, or disability in its employment opportunities, programs, services, or activities. About Downtown? See if you know the answer to this trivia question: What exhibit is being featured at the Fayetteville Area Transportation and Local History Museum?