Frederick Biz Buzz, 10.6.2017
What's new and semi-new around town? Read the buzz on Frederick County businesses on the regular at The Frederick Extra. Know of a new business coming to town? Or one that's switching gears, or closing? Give us a heads up at thefrederickextra@gmail.com.
Also, check out hurricane relief efforts below.
White Rabbit Gastropub
By Mary Ellen Brady
Newly opened White Rabbit Gastropub launched July 1 in downtown Frederick and, according to its customers, it has been doing a great job keeping Frederick beer aficionados well-hydrated ever since. Thirty-eight beer taps run the gamut from darker German imports to local, lighter craft brews, along with several more traditional favorites. Yes, they also serve cocktails, wine and soft drinks.
Hometown is important to the two Linganore-reared owners, Ken and Chris. In addition to local brews, they use Frederick grown produce in the kitchen and buy meats from local farmers whenever possible. The location is also special (if not easy to find). Fond memories of family dinners over the years at the former LaPaz location, along with high ceilings and circa 1890 wood floors, in the historic spot were enough to seal the deal.
Want a little something to go with your brew? The pub/restaurant prides itself on small but what it refers to as upscale plates. Steak & fries and four variations (including a vegetarian plate) are the only true entrees on the menu, but big salads, wings and burgers are also available.
Why is it named White Rabbit? We know but we are not telling. Go to the White Rabbit Gastropub and find out.
White Rabbit Gastropub, 18 Market Space, Frederick MD, 21701, 240-651-1952. Head down the East Side of Market Street between Church & Second Streets and look for the sign below.
Hours Mon-Fri 3 p.m. - 12 a.m.; Sat & Sun 11 a.m. - 2 a.m. Brunch menu available Saturday and Sunday
Fashion Buzz
By Mary Ellen Mitchell
New stores on the fashion scene in Frederick!
Posh
Fabiola Navarro
35 N Market Street
Frederick,MD
240-815-6377
Brand new store for women that promises fashionable women’s clothing and a great shopping experience in the heat of Downtown Frederick. Early reviews tout that the store is “stylish, charming and affordable.”
Opened Sunday, October 1, 2017 – Grand Opening Oct. 6, 1p.m.
Pretty Chic Consignment
52 S Market St.
Frederick, MD
301-696-0066 (Same number as Capa Imports)
Opened August
This is the second store in this company. Their original shop is located in the Georgetown neighborhood in Washington, DC. Their grand opening will be on Saturday October 7th beginning at 3pm until 9pm.
In addition to the clothing on consignment, patrons will see familiar home décor items. The oriental rugs are 30 percent off during the open house. There will be classic and timeless clothing, accessories and jewelry available at the new store mirroring the inventory at the Georgetown location.
Curvy Girl
Owners are a mother-daughter team: Stephanie Vanderhorst and Karina Harrell
1100 W Patrick St, #B
Frederick, MD
240-668-4315
Opened September 2017
They carry designer clothing, purses, shoes and accessories, most priced up to 80% off retail in the resale boutique. They say” fashion meets curves” in this shop where they cater to plus size clothing
Closing – Rugged Wearhouse closed/Gabe’s to Open
417 S. Jefferson St.
Frederick, MD
Rugged Wearhouse has been a fixture and an anchor store in the shopping center on Jefferson St.
It is to be replaced with Gabe’s – the parent company store in this discount fashion retail chain.
Giant Sale Tomorrow Saturday
W2WM Pop-Up Shop
By Leslie Ruby
Liz Bowen, of Liz's Closet creates personalized outfits for women, and will be joining us at our Giant Sale - offering up her fashionista stylist skills!
Frederick County Bank will be packed - with 15+ racks of clothes: dresses, skirts, blouses, sweaters, coats and jackets. And tables-full of accessories: shoes, scarves, purses, jewelry.
Please come and meet Liz. With our low prices, you can take a leap of fashion-faith - try something daring and new - all while supporting the great programs of Woman to Woman Mentoring Inc.
Dance, Dance, Dance!
Fred Astaire
By Mary Ellen Mitchell
Some people seem to think that good dancers are born, but all the good dancers I have known are taught or trained. -- Fred Astaire
Do you and your partner trip the light fantastic – or are you like the rest of us…more likely to trip and look nothing nearing fantastic on the dance floor?
If you are looking to become more nimble on your feet – you have a new dance studio to check out. The local franchise of the national chain of studios “Fred Astaire Frederick” just had their grand opening celebration. The dance studio opened in June at 5103A Pegasus Court in Frederick – close the Westview shopping center on Route 85. More than 20 couples who have been studying dance had a chance to perform and prove that anyone can pick up moves by taking lessons from a professional instructor.
Owners Melissa and John Jakion and David Kerich joined forces to open the studio over a year ago. “We found Frederick to be a social community and embraced the “Live here, Work Here’ motto of the Frederick Chamber of Commerce”, said Kerich. “We also are involved the Astaire programs annual event in Washington, DC and our national dance championship in Orlando. So there are many opportunities for our students.”
The wonderful thing about taking dance lessons is that no partner is required – so it’s perfectly suited to an individual’s goals to learn, exercise and be social. Dance can enhance your life, and it is fun too.
Five instructors lead multiple dance lesson opportunities throughout the week – fitting many schedules and dance styles. They have you covered from classic ballroom and social dancing to salsa, Latin, country and swing. Private and group lessons are available as well as practice parties where you can take your moves for a spin on the beautiful floating floor. You might even consider Fred Astaire Frederick as a destination for a team building experience.
Every Tuesday night they offer a drop in lesson at Ayse Meze at 6 N. East Street in Frederick. 2 types of dance are taught from 7 to 8:30pm and an open dance goes from 8:30 to 10pm. They have also partnered with the online social activity site Meetup.com and offer a Friday night group lesson for site members.
Brides and grooms, fathers and daughters and mothers and sons frequently book private lessons to help them feel comfortable with their special dance at the reception. Family members and the wedding party can join in too!
For more information call 240-232-2329, visit Fred Astaire Frederick on Facebook or check out their website.
Hurricane Relief Efforts
On Saturday, Oct 7, 2017 Frederick County will host 12+ local bands who will perform at a free all-day music festival at the Walkersville Firehall in Frederick to raise money for the victims of the hurricanes in Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico.
Flying Dog Brewery is a main sponsor of the event which will include food and drink vendors, arts and craft vendors and more. All of the bands are donating their performances.
The Festival kicks off at 11 a.m. with two stages with nonstop music featuring the bands: The FEW (Frederick Circuit Court Judge Scott Rolle's band), Freddie Long, Vertigo Red, The Knight Brothers, The Blues Vultures featuring Ronnie Younkins from KIX, Triple Lindy, Playing Dead, Nobody's Parents and many more local and regional acts. The event will wrap up at 10 p.m.
All proceeds will go charities supporting flood victims and animals in need of rescue and shelter. Sponsorship are available in $100, $250, $500, and $1000. Donations will be accepted at the event, but the concert is free.
The Ride Continues!
If you missed seeing the play “Bus Buddies” last April because all three shows were sold out, you’ll have another crack at meeting the unforgettable characters who share a city bus. “Bus Buddies” will be held in the Schaeffer Center, 26 E. 2nd St. on the campus of Evangelical Lutheran Church on Oct. 13 and 14 at 7 p.m. and on Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. Tickets are $15 and all proceeds will go to Lutheran Disaster Relief for hurricane victims, ELC’s Quilt Ministry and the Frederick Arts Council.
Buy your tickets here.
Collecting for Hurricane Maria Victims Through Oct. 17
Bring items to donate to the Hurricane Maria Supply Drive to Magoo's Pub and Eatery, 1A W. Second St, Frederick through Oct. 17.
The community initiative is sponsored by United for Puerto Rico.
See the list left for needed supplies.
