Showing posts with label small business. Show all posts
Showing posts with label small business. Show all posts

What’s New in the Lake Forest Park Town Center

Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Expedia CruiseShip Centers
opened next to the Chocolate Man
Photo by Ros Bird

Text by Ros Bird and Sarah Phillips

Two new stores opened recently on the upper level of the Lake Forest Park Town Center. Flanking the award winning Chocolate Man shop, these new businesses are welcome additions to the shopping center.

Everest Kitchen
Photo by Jerry Pickard

The Everest Kitchen opened a couple of weeks ago featuring an “all you can eat” buffet lunch, a full menu dinner and take-out options. This restaurant relocated from Bothell Way and provides a unique new restaurant experience for people looking to eat out. 

Everest Kitchen from the interior
Photo by Jerry Pickard
On the other side of the Chocolate Man is the new Expedia Cruiseship Centers (photo at head of article). The staff of the cruise center will help you find out more about cruising and help you book your trip. The staff helps customers “navigate spectacular vacation experiences” including helping you find the type of cruise that suits your interests and budget.

Mod Pizza
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Downstairs and out front, another new restaurant plans to open October 23rd. Mod Pizza will be on the lower level of the shopping center between Haggen and Subway.

What is Mod Pizza? The website describes the company like this:
What would happen if they allowed customers to choose exactly what they wanted without charging more (a true “no catch” offer)? How low could they set the price and still keep the doors open? It was an experiment, so let’s give it a shot, they thought. And to really make this thing worthwhile, let’s see how well we can pay the team while we’re at it. Charging customers as little as possible while paying the team as much as possible … what a concept!
Mod Pizza getting ready to open
Photo by Ros Bird

The photo shows the place getting ready for the opening. Looking forward to another place for pizza and another place to eat in the shopping center.

Northwest Ballet has changed hands
Photo by Ros Bird

There have been some changes in ownership of existing companies. Northwest Ballet has changed hands. The new owner still plans to teach classical ballet and jazz dance to all ages but is also hoping to increase the variety of offerings in the space. You can see the Northwest Ballet Center’s pre-school classes perform in full costume on October 24 at the stage in the Commons.


Subway has new owners too. Hidden behind the construction fences, Subway continues to provide sandwiches. Stop by for a foot long sandwich or try one of their other delicious treats. Then pick up your dessert at Swirl, also open behind the construction fence.

Get the feeder at Wild Birds

Greg and Eloise Armstrong opened the Wild Birds Unlimited store in the Shopping Center in 2000. They recently decided to retire and have sold their franchise. The store will remain at the Town Center with new owners.

Haggen Fresh foods
Photo by Ros Bird

And Haggen is also new to Lake Forest Park. Amid all the changes to the Haggen supermarkets, the Lake Forest Park store has no plans to close.

Thorton Creek is closing after 15 years
Photo by Ros Bird

One store leaving the Town Center is Thorton Creek Home and Gift store. After 15 years in the shopping center, owners Sandy and Mark have decided to retire. The store will close sometime in the next couple of months and for now everything is 50% off. Stop by and say good bye to Mark and Sandy.

And, last, but definitely not least, Third Place Commons has a new executive director, Lorie Hoffman. Lorie started last week. Look for her in the Commons.



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Doing business in Lake Forest Park: The Chocolate Man

Thursday, August 13, 2015


Text and photos by Jerry Pickard

Bill Fredericks, owner of " Chocolate Man" shop in Lake Forest Park's Towne Center shopping mall has been in that location for the last four years.

A cooler full of chocolates
His shop is a Chocolate Lovers Heaven! If you are a dedicated Chocoholic this is the shop for you. 

Bill Fredericks with a tray of truffles
Bill has been producing high quality chocolates and instructing chocolate-making for twenty years. He currently instructs at North Seattle Community College, South Seattle Community College, and Blue Ribbon Cooking School when not in his shop.

Finished products

He carries a full line of supplies for those who want to make their own chocolate delicacies.

Chocolate-making supplies

"Chocolate Man" is located in Towne Center's upper mall next door to "The Everest Kitchen". Their phone number is 206-365-2025. Their hours are Monday - Friday 10-8, Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 11-5.



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Everest Kitchen opens in Lake Forest Park

Saturday, August 8, 2015

Upper level, LFP Town Center

Photos and text by Jerry Pickard

Mohan and Huni Gurung's Everest Kitchen restaurant is now open at its new location in Lake Forest Park. After twenty years in Lake City they have moved to a much larger facility in the Towne Center shopping mall in Lake Forest Park.

Old customers and new are finding the
new location

Their official opening day was 23 July 2015 and business has been brisk as their regular customers and new customers have come to the new, larger facility.

Mohan and Huni Gurung
Mohan and his wife Huni have been very pleased with the welcome they have received since coming to Lake Forest Park.

The dining area is large and well lighted

The restaurant is open seven days a week, with lunch from 11am to 3pm and dinner from 5pm to 10pm.

The cuisine is Nepalese, Indian, and a few others mixed in (Mulligatawny Stew). They have a very large vegetarian menu. Wine and beer (imported and domestic). Here's the menu.

The Buffet Line gives diners a chance to sample
many dishes if they so choose.
We view food not only as tasty dishes to enjoy, but also as a form of healing for the mind, body, and soul. We consider the quality and nutritional value of the food we serve, avoiding bad cholesterol and fats, and selecting the freshest, most wholesome items available.

The Everest Kitchen is open Monday through Sunday for Lunch from 11:00 to 3:00pm and for Dinner from 5:00pm to 10:00pm.

Dine in, Take Out, and they even deliver. Free delivery within two miles and a $25 minimum order. They'll go 3-5 miles with a $50 purchase. 206-440-0321.

Their address is 17171 Bothell Way NE  A-016,  Lake Forest Park 98155  They are on the upper mall in the north corner.



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Werner's Tailoring - trying to survive Aurora construction

Saturday, May 9, 2015

Yuri Sarkisian poses in front of his sign on N 200th
Photo by Mark McVeety

Werner's Tailoring 19926 1/2 Aurora Ave. N Shoreline 98133

In 35 years, Yuri Sarkisian has outlasted economic depression, inflation, and recession, but construction is a new issue.

Werner's Tailoring may be Shoreline's best kept secret. Accessible only from N 200th, and not visible from Aurora, Yuri has been in the same location in the lower level of the small building on the corner of N 200th and Aurora since 1969.

Sarkisian has used the same sewing machine for decades
Photo by Mark McVeety

Yuri is an old-fashioned tailor, using the same sewing machine he has had for decades. He can do any garment but usually works on wedding gowns and suits. He provides tailoring and alteration as well as leather work.

His clientele comes by word of mouth, as delighted customers refer their friends. Occasionally he has received wider recognition, as when Consumer Reports listed him as the Number One Tailor in Washington in 2008 and in 2009. 

With his only entrance from N 200th, just feet from Aurora, he is particularly impacted by the construction which periodically closes or redirects traffic on N 200th.

Werner's Tailoring borders the parking lot on 200th and can be accessed after leaving the Costco parking lot by the fuel pumps. They are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday. Yuri can be reached at 206-542-5420.



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Don't worry about City Vacuum

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Open for business!
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

By Diane Hettrick

Long-time customers of City Vacuum and Sewing Center were alarmed to read about the accident which sent a car through the front windows and half-way into the store.

But owner George Daher says he wasn't hurt and the driver wasn't hurt. He claims he is just fine now, but was mightily shaken up on Wednesday morning around 10:30am when a car driven by an elderly woman hopped the sidewalk, curb and low masonry to plow through two eight foot high plates of glass on his storefront. (See previous story)

The car was in his shop up to the windshield and his merchandise was moved 10 feet west and jammed against him and all of his fixtures.

This is the third time this has happened to the shop since George took it over from his father twenty years ago. He knows the drill.

George Daher, at work in his damaged shop
Photo by Steven H. Robinson


Things were still falling off the shelves when George grabbed his cell phone and called the carpenter to come board up the windows. A friend quickly made him an Open for Business sign, and he was open within a couple of days.

Good thing. Where else would people get vacuum cleaner bags for their older vacuum, and get their sewing machines repaired?

The store, at 20001 Aurora Ave N, 206-365-9999, was opened by George's father in 1971 and has been at the same location ever since.

He is right in the heart of the Aurora Corridor construction project, but he says it has made no difference to his business. In fact, when N 200th was closed in September of last year, he had his most successful month. Even December was more productive than previous years.

Still work to be done to get back to normal
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

He has some work to complete with the building and storage racks that were damaged by the car before he is completely back to normal.



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Small Business: Diamond In The Mall

Tuesday, March 3, 2015


Text and Photos by Jerry Pickard

Diamond In The Mall is located on the lower level of the Lake Forest Park shopping mall. The business is owned by Ron Nordblad. He can be reached at 206-384-7652. The address is 17171 Bothell Way NE, A-139, Lake Forest Park, WA 98133.  He is located next to Rite-Aid.

Ron Nordblad
Ron states;  "I should have obtained my BA degree in 1969, but after graduating from Roosevelt High School in 1965 I joined the Army, went to Vietnam, and was drunk for five years after I returned from Vietnam.  I went to North Seattle Community College and graduated as an Accounting Major from U-Dub in 1978 at age 30.  
"After a career in banking and accounting, I had a need to "Do things my way with as much control over my own destiny as possible", so, I started my own business, "Diamond In The Mall" in 1990."


Being too stubborn to fail Ron has been in business for almost 25 years trading in Gold and Silver coins, Trading Cards, and games.




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Today's Business: Streetzeria ... at the Beach

Thursday, September 18, 2014

Weekends can be busy and sometimes there is a short wait
Photo copyright, Marc Weinberg
Text and photos, Marc Weinberg

The former location of Pizza Mia in Richmond Beach now is the site of a family pizza restaurant once more. Most recently Greg Bye opened STREETZERIA in that same location (NW 195th St. and 20th NW, 206-755-5433) across from the ‘Little Store’. You can’t miss it.

Greg came to this location with a strong purpose and a solid background in food service. Out of high school he worked as an apprentice baker. For 18 years he was with the Hyatt Corporation in seven different locations in positions as Dining Room Manager, Restaurant Manager, and Food and Beverage Manager. He was in charge of opening many of Hyatt’s newest properties and supervising major events.

On this Friday evening the place was a buzz of activity
Photo copyright, Marc Weinberg

Greg returned to the Northwest to be near family and friends and in 2011 along with his brother and a friend built their first ‘street cart’ to bake and serve pizza. Now that portion of his business is in full swing with four carts for outdoor vending, catering, business/private social occasions like holiday parties. Greg wanted to have a strong connection to one community and in his search, found Shoreline and the current location.

You will find flavors and ingredients not found at other establishments along with local names for each pizza which makes it easy to remember your favorite. Names include Golden Gardens, Green Lake and Magnuson Park as well as one for the community of Richmond Beach. A gluten free crust is also available. Things I found particularly nice were the homemade Italian sausage, house pickled peppers and cayenne caramelized onions. Call ahead 206-755-5433 or come in for take home.

In the kitchen the action is non-stop
Photo copyright, Marc Weinberg

As a side dish how about a salad? I usually like a Caesar. But I’ve never had one made with kale before. If you want to wake up your taste buds and stimulate your senses try this crispy texture in your mouth.

Complementing that is a selection of local beer (usually 4 or 5) and several choices of wine. Of course there are the sodas and juice options including two refills with the fountain drinks. If you have room for it, there’s a nice selection of ice cream.

Try a Growler of beer, 64ozs. or the smaller Squeaker at 32ozs
Photo copyright, Marc Weinberg

I was happy to learn that Greg’s commitment to Shoreline is to hire locally and he was proud to tell me all his employees live within a three mile radius of the restaurant. Stop in and meet the staff and Greg’s son Reilly.

You can expect some seasonal changes in the menu and they will soon be offering homemade pasta dishes as well. Currently hours are 5-9pm, but watch for changes to 3-9 seven days a week.



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Today's Business: Thai Bistro

Sunday, February 2, 2014

Thai Bistro for dinner
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

Today's Business: Thai Bistro, 18336 Aurora Ave N
Text and photos, Marc Weinberg

If you were to say that our THAI BISTRO is a ‘family affair’, you’d be exactly right. Learning from Mom, this family adventure of owning and managing a restaurant began more than 25 years ago. On occasion Mom is still preparing authentic dishes with daily activities being managed by family members like Nui, Nooch and Kane. And somewhere there’s an aunt and a husband that I’ve never met.

What makes Thai Bistro such a pleasure are the flavors, the choices and all of the serving staff along with the family. You’ll quickly feel at home in the custom designed interior with traditionally carved teak columns/dĂ©cor. The artistic design elements and lighting are drawn together by a hand painted wall scene that transports you to Thailand. Seating is plentiful at both tables and booths in a large open space with carved wooden ceiling fans and custom lamps.

Custom lighting illuminates the hand carved wood
with the traditional magenta glow of Thailand,
Photo copyright, Marc Weinberg
Lunch time is as great as dinner and I’ve worked through as much of the menu as I could since they opened in 2007. Unfortunately I’ve stumbled on a few specialties that I love and have been known to repeat, like the curry dishes with a variety of meat choices and my all-time dependable “Mom’s Favorite.” What’s so funny about this is that until recently I just thought it was a ‘catchy’ name assigned to this dish. But now the secret is out, and you and I both know it is indeed ‘mom’s favorite.’

By ‘specialties’ I mean choices that include duck, lamb and fish that go beyond a typical American/Thai establishment. Yes there are spicy ones, but most can be seasoned to your taste whatever your background or discriminating palate. Beer, wine and spirits are also on the menu along with some great hot tea selections and my personal favorite again is iced ‘Thai Tea’.

On Friday and Saturday evenings the kitchen
is on a fast track to perfection with each dish.
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

Parking is free and plentiful immediately outside in a well illuminated area. Thai Bistro is located near Bartell Drugs and the Starbucks on the SE corner of 185th St and Aurora Ave N. (Across Aurora from Fred Meyers)

I know I used the word ‘favorite’ a few times in this article, but it’s not easy talking about ‘our Thai Bistro’ without that characterization. If you give it a try, you just might be speaking like I am.

Your table is waiting
Photo copyright, Marc Weinberg

For more detail about their commitment to your satisfaction, the menu and the care with which dishes are prepared, please visit their website.

And please tell whoever serves you that you read about them in the Shoreline Area News for an extra smile at no charge.


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Today's Business: Richmond Beach Yoga

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

A Friday noon time class enjoying the sun
at Saltwater Park
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

Text and Photography by Marc Weinberg

Richmond Beach Yoga opened in July 2011 and is located at  621 Northwest Richmond Beach Road, just east of Rite Aid Pharmacy and across the street from the QFC. Business partners Angeline and Glenn own the studio where you will also find Dylan and Molly. All four are exceptional instructors and mentors to a very loyal client base. You’ll find details about the studio on their website.

My initial inquiry into yoga was inspired by wanting to know ‘What’s it all about?’ And what I discovered isn’t what I had in mind when I started. We all have our preconceived notions about what things are before we start an inquiry and even though I try to avoid this … it’s impossible.  Here are a few things that I was sure of.

Street view of the studio in the evening light
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

The pace of everyday life for most people doesn’t often provide much time to pursue activities that can add to our health and wellbeing without a strong commitment. For example, we often get inspired with a New Year Resolution to exercise more and eat less. Oh great … sure ... after having feasted for a month or more we can get excited about getting in better shape. Gyms and fitness centers have a big influx of new memberships in January and February and many don’t last until June. This isn’t true for all, but many. I decided to explore how it is that followers of Yoga come in all sizes, shapes and ages; even beyond 90 and seem to really stick with it in some form for a long time. 

What I discovered is that Yoga is not so easy to explain because it can be different things to many people. To some it is sort of an exercise, to others it’s about stretching. For many it may be about self-awareness and yet to others it is simply feeling good and relaxed. I see it as a ‘full body workout’ from head to toe and from inside out. According to Angeline and Glenn, owners of Richmond Beach Yoga, it can calm the nervous system, reduce blood pressure and lower pulse rate.  Sounds good to me!

Another view of the Friday class at Saltwater Park
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

Angeline says this gives you more energy and should allow you to accomplish more in less time.  That would certainly help me get my list of projects accomplished. I’m also told that a little bit goes a long way …. meaning I wouldn’t have to do a routine every day for example. I’m sure that feeling good would encourage me to stick with it. Who doesn’t like feeling well?

Don’t expect to be able to get in all the positions that you see others doing when you start. As you progress you will always be learning and challenging yourself and your body. Workouts include positions and movements for your head, neck, shoulders, back, chest, arms, legs, feet, ankles and more. I like the focus on flexibility and balance as well as strength. These are things I notice I’m not as good at as I used to be when I was 20 or 30. Properly guided movements can help heal old injuries and strengthen the body to prevent others.

As with other discretionary activities, yoga brings like-minded people together to explore, experience and learn. But unlike some choices yoga can enrich and enhance the life you choose and support your ability to pursue your dreams.

The studio interior is spacious and bright
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg
My sense is that the instructors and management at Richmond Beach Yoga provide a profound commitment to nurturing individual progress and focused approach to their client’s well-being and success.

Does this sound too good to be true? You can give it a try for practically nothing. Consult the website, select a class and show up! If you are uncertain, simply call 206-533-9642 and inquire about which class might be good for you. Your first class is FREE if you tell them you read this article. And better than that, you can attend any or all 20 consecutive days for only $20 dollars after your initial visit. 

Life might be viewed as a race and finishing well is very important. Yoga could make a difference.


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Today's Business: Rat City Rollergirls debut in Shoreline Saturday

Saturday, August 31, 2013

Dedicated fans are an important part of the team's success
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

CORRECTION: Bout times have been corrected. 8-31-2013 12:59pm

Photos and text by Marc Weinberg

As promised, Rat City Rollergirls (RCRG) have rolled into Shoreline and they represent our newest ‘professional sports league.’ And I did mean league, as they are not just a team. In this article I will use the term league and team interchangeably to refer to Rat City Rollergirls.

New home town location is 19022 Aurora Ave North where you are invited to attend an opening day event .. $10.00 donation at the door.

Saturday, August 31, 4pm, Chicago vs Portland
Sunday, Sept 1, 1pm Chicago vs Rat City (B Team)

Defender hits the deck during a smashing Rat City charge
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

Women’s Flat Track Derby Association is currently composed of 160 leagues and WFTDA is the international governing body. Be assured, this is not your mom or dad’s roller derby of the 1950’s-60’s with the banked track and people being hit off the track and over the rail. This is about women athletes competing in a sport that requires strength, agility, balance, endurance and strategic thinking and planning as well as lots of practice. WFTDA sets the standards and makes the rules of the game as well as setting safety standards. They also say which leagues become members. Right now there are 198 member leagues and 98 leagues in the Apprentice Program.

By reading just the first few sections of Rat City Rollergirls home page “About Us” you will get a good sense of who our new neighbors are.
About Us… 
The Rat City Rollergirls (RCRG) is Seattle’s premiere all-female, flat-track roller derby league. RCRG is still composed of about 80 active skaters and many more retired skaters who are still involved. The skaters are divided among four home teams: Derby Liberation Front, Grave Danger, Sockit Wenches, and Throttle Rockets. In addition, a small number of skilled, dedicated skaters are chosen to represent the league on its fifth team, the Rat City Rollergirls All Stars. 
Mission Statement: As Seattle’s premier, member-owned roller derby league, it is our mission to maintain a competitive athletic program, promote the sport of roller derby, provide quality sports entertainment for our fans, and make a positive impact in our community.

RCRG got started in April 2004 when a group of friends said, "why not here?" and "let’s do it now!" Shortly after that they formed Rat City Rollergirls, the first flat-track derby league in the Northwest.

They made their first tournament appearance in 2006 in Tuscon, AZ.  Since then this league of accomplished skaters has developed a very loyal fan base. The team has continued to maintain a ranking among the WFTDA in the top 10 best teams. Rat City is currently ranked #12 in the world and holds the #3 seed at the Division One Playoff Tournament to be hosted in Salem, OR in late September.

Jammer attempts to break through a strong three-person defense
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

RCRG will continue to not only advance local derby activities in our community, but will provide coaching for juniors and adults and look for opportunities to participate in local festivities like Bumbershoot in Seattle and Shoreline events too. They have a history of local participation in charities and community outreach through their events and skating bouts.

They are proud to be skating at Key Arena where other great teams have preceded them.  According to Alyssa Hoppe, Chief Operating Officer, in addition to community activities and trainings in the Shoreline location, there will also be team bouts. These will be public events, and yes, seating will be limited due to the constraints of the building. 

Ms. Hoppe said on July 17,  “The new Shoreline location is more than twice the size of the current Ballard location and while tickets will be limited compared to Key Arena, they will be available to the public, not just Season Ticket holders and VIPs. Fans will have plenty of opportunities to see all kinds of flat-track roller derby, including world-class All-Star competition.”

RCRG has consistently graduated to larger and larger venues, finally finding a home at Key Arena, home of the Seattle Storm WNBA team and former home to the Seattle Sonics NBA team.

Of course, there's a real rat!
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

For a guy writing about a group of women who call themselves ‘girls’ in today’s society, I am careful to only refer to them ‘as girls’ in the context of their sport. Everyone is a true athlete and to see this you’ll just have to come to a bout and judge for yourself. For me the most exciting moments have been when the ‘jammer’ skater, the one who can score team points, approaches the pack like a lioness on the hunt and instead of penetrating the lines of the defense with a heavy hand, she simply sidesteps her opponent blockers and slips through the crowd of defenders as they wonder what just happened. The crowd roars with approval and the game goes on. If you like the extraordinary moves in football and basketball, you will love this too. Check their schedule, plan an evening out, have some fun and show up for one of their bouts.



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CKO Kickboxing celebrates its first year in Shoreline

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Taking control of their lives
at CKO Kickboxing
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg


CKO Kickboxing opened its door in Shoreline one year ago. Owners Garett and Jessica Renon have created a space at 15901 Westminster Way where sweat, high energy and fun are a daily occurrence.

Saturday, July 13, 2013 will mark CKO Seattle’s anniversary in Shoreline. To celebrate the occasion, the community can participate in a special 1½-hour class with multiple trainers teaching and a DJ to pump up the music. There will be giveaways and exciting specials.

When asked what Garett’s most memorable part of the past year has been, he was quick to answer, “I have had many people tell me that they are now more conscious of what they put into their mouths, that they have shaved minutes off their running personal best, that they are the strongest they have ever been, that they feel much more confident, or have had to buy an entire new wardrobe. The list of personal achievements goes on and on!”


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Today’s Business –SportClips Haircuts

Saturday, April 27, 2013

Sport Clips Storefront just south of Central Market
copyright, Marc Weinberg

Text and photography by Marc Weinberg

The latest addition to Shoreline’s list of retail establishments is Sport Clips Haircuts, 15407 Westminster Way N, just off Aurora Ave North and next to Central Market. The franchise boasts 1000 stores nationally. This shop opened March 22 and some residents (men only) were notified with a mailer offering an opportunity to stop in for a free haircut. If you haven’t received your advertisement yet, watch your mail. I contacted Wendy Liu, the owner and suggested that we meet so I could learn about the business. I fully expected to be greeted by an experienced hair stylist who probably decided it was time to strike out on her own. Well, I was treated to a big surprise! 

Tundra making a precision cut on Joe
copyright Marc Weinberg

Wendy is enrolled in Seattle University’s Graduate School of Business with some courses yet to be finished before getting her master’s degree. OK, but what about her ‘hair styling’ experience? Sorry, she doesn’t have any! Wendy is, in the truest sense, an ‘entrepreneur’ who, with the help and guidance of one of her professors, researched business opportunities with the goal of becoming an ‘investor/owner’ in her own business. After studying several possibilities that met her criteria, she selected Sport Clips Haircuts.

Nikol at work on Steve, copyright, Marc Weinberg

With the franchise in hand she advertised for the experts to operate the shop where you will now find Nikol as the general manager and stylist. The team is comprised of seven additional experienced stylists who are there to meet and massage, shampoo and cut, and give us guys what they call a precision haircut. The MVP Experience includes the cut, a steamed towel, massaging shampoo and an invigorating scalp treatment too. All this is included in a 25-30 minute visit and the charge is a reasonable $24.00. And yes, there is a discount for oldsters like me that they humorously call “60 & wiser.” Like the MVP, Sport Clips has named other treatments with appropriate sports names like ‘triple play’ and a series called ‘extra innings.’  While the haircut and treatments are underway the clients can watch and listen to large format TV sports programs throughout the shop.

Joe getting his shampoo.scalp massage, steam towel
all while enjoying the massage chair too. copyright Marc Weinberg

Sport Clips features Paul Mitchell Tea Tree products. To get your MVP or other treatment simply show up …. That’s right, no appointment necessary – just come in!  There are no appointments. Hours are M-F 10-8, Sat 9-6, and Sunday 11-5. Be assured, this is not your dad’s ‘barber shop.’ To sum it up … their advertising says “It’s good to be a Guy!”… sports on TV -- Guy smart Stylists -- Open every day -- No appointment.

Wendy, Nikol, and the team believe in being a part of the Shoreline community and are currently contributing to and promoting ‘Dollars for Scholars’ which provides scholarships to high school students. They are also supporting the Richmond Beach Little League, and Shoreline Community College Athletics.

Joanne listened to Kelton while he described the result he wanted
copyright Marc Weinberg

Men -- this is an opportunity to try something new, just for us. I’m sorry ladies, but this shop is dedicated to ‘men and boys only’.  For the salon treatment without sharing the fragrances that dominate women’s styling places or those that cater to both men and women, this could be it.  I think you’ll love the massage chairs in the shampoo area which might turn into your favorite ‘man cave’ experience.  When you walk in be sure to tell Nikol and her team that you heard about them in the Shoreline Area News.

For more information go to their Facebook page, Twitter feed, or the internet.



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