El Cazador Ribbon Cutting
The Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce celebrated the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of El Cazador Mexican Restaurant Wednesday, August 26. They are located just east of the bridge at 16547 Moneta Rd.
Owner Waller Perrow cuts the ribbon with representatives from the Bedford Area Chamber.
Small Plates Restaurant has opened at Smith Mountain Lake. Here is a press release from the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce:
On Thursday, September 2nd, the Bedford Area Chamber was pleased to perform a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new member, Small Plates Restaurant, in celebration of the opening of this new gourmet tapas restaurant at Smith Mountain Lake. Located at 16111 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway in Huddleston (former location of the Sportsman Restaurant), Small Plates is owned by Waller Perrow and offers three distinctively unique features. Read more »
Chamber President Susan Martin and Office Coordinator Kathy Graham; Chamber Ambassador Phil Waugh (Max International); Owner Sara Kennedy (with scissors); and Chamber Member Doug Harrington (Premier Limousine).
Sara Kennedy has opened three rental properties as getaway locations in Bedford County. “Affordable Bedford Getaways” held a ribbon cutting yesterday. Here is a press release from the Bedford Area Chamber:
The Bedford Area Chamber was pleased to assist its new member, Affordable Bedford Getaways, with an Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, September 1st. Owner Sara Kennedy is excited to tell you about not just one getaway, but three – at three separate locales in Bedford County. Read more »
As we reported earlier, Walkabout is coming to Valley View Mall in Roanoke. Here is an official press release from the mall:
Valley View Mall is excited to announce the addition of Walkabout Outfitter, projected to open in early November. Walkabout Outfitters currently has locations in downtown Roanoke and Lexington, Virginia. Both of these locations will remain open according to Kirk Miller, owner of Walkabout Outfitters, who is an Eagle Scout and has hiked the entire Appalachian Trail.
Walkabout Outfitter carries outdoor, travel and lifestyle clothing, shoes and accessories. Walkabout has all the items needed for a simple day hike to trekking the Appalachian Trail. Walkabout sells top brands like The North Face, Patagonia, Mountain Hardwear and Prana. The retailer plans be open in early November 2010 at The District at Valley View Mall. Walkabout Outfitter will join other retailers at The District including Natural Market by Nature’s Outlet, Panera Bread, and coming soon, Twist & Turns. Read more »
Kevin Boggess, Anna Kirbassiyoon, Dennis Robarge, Bekah Cornett, Suzanne Salzano, Marley Arrington, Karen Byerly, Rachel Bowman, J’Lene Owens, Bill Jones, Todd Bryant, Randy Foley, Michelle Neu, Debbie Kavitz, Mark Mitchell
U.S. Cellular’s new showroom has opened in Salem. Here is a press release from the Salem-Roanoke County Chamber:
The Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for US Cellular on Wednesday, August 18, 2010. Their new show room is located at 1420 West Main Street in Salem. Members of the community and the Chamber of Commerce joined the US Cellular team to celebrate the grand opening. The Salem-Roanoke County Chamber would like to thank US Cellular for their membership and support.
Pictured with scissors is Store Manager Justin Brooks. To his right is Store Manager Laura Love. Owner Bob Stone is to Laura's right.
Apparel Sales (Stone & Co.) has opened in Bedford. Here is a press release from the Bedford Area Chamber:
The Bedford Area Chamber and Apparel Sales (Stone & Co.) celebrated the opening of its new location in the West Gate Shopping Center off Blue Ridge Avenue in Bedford on Friday, August 20th.
Apparel Sales offers a huge selection of brand name products at rock-bottom discounted prices on apparel and bedding products. The brands you like at prices you’ll love! Always new inventory at incredible prices and you never know what you’ll find next. The store is open Thursday through Saturday, 9am-6pm. Read more »
Salon Fame is opening on Electric Road in Roanoke on August 21. Here is a press release from the salon:
Salon Fame will hold a Grand Opening Celebration in Oak Grove Plaza. Filled with hundreds of balloon and flowers, the event welcomes the community to come out for free hair consultations and free massages!
There will be free food available from Wildwood Smokehouse, beverages, a wonderful live band, giveaways, and more. The salon supports animal welfare causes and will feature pets for adoption as well!
At the event, if you make a hair, nails, waxing or massage appointment, get 25% off. 50% off all product at the event.
WHEN: August 21, 2010, 11 am to 2 pm
WHERE: Salon Fame (in Oak Grove Plaza parking lot and inside)
2033 Electric Road, Roanoke, VA 24018
Pictured far left is President Susan Martin, Bedford Area Chamber, Christina Alonzo, Shop Manager, Owner Scott Fuhrman and Jan Moss, Xango Distributor.
A Touch of Class body shop is opening at 611 Railroad Ave. in Bedford. Here is a press release from the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce:
The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce was pleased to welcome A TOUCH OF CLASS BODY SHOP to Bedford City on Wednesday, August 18th, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Located at 611 Railroad Avenue in Bedford, A Touch of Class is owned and operated by Scott Fuhrman who told us he wants to keep it that way so he can control the quality of services performed. “Sometimes in a larger shop, the shop owner is unaware of poor workmanship until it’s too late to fix it. I don’t want to ever be in that position.” A Touch of Class Body Shop is a third generation family owned business and recognizes the inconvenience and stress involved when your regular daily routine is interrupted by the necessity for auto body repair. Touch of Class is committed to making the process less stressful from start to finish. Read more »
The Lynchburg Chamber welcomes two new businesses to the area. Here are the details and dates of the ribbon cuttings from the chamber:
Walmart – Old Forest Road
Join the Chamber as we welcome Tim Wamsley, General Manager, and staff to their brand new store!
When: Wednesday, August 18, 7 a.m.
Where: Walmart Store #4697, 3227 Old Forest Road
Central Virginia Orthodontics, P.C.
When: Friday, Sept. 10
Where: 7802 Timberlake Road
Harman Eye Center has opened its eighth office of the area at 815 Summit St. in Bedford. Here is a press release from the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce:
Harman Eye Center of Bedford located at 815 Summit Street in Bedford was the scene of a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, August 14th. The new Eye Center was open from 2 – 5 for area residents and Chamber members to view the new offices and meet Drs. Landon and Brandy Colling, husband and wife team, who will provide treatment services. Read more »
