Kids' talents get a boost on The Avenue

Bet you didn’t know about ways to bring out your kids’ artistic talents here along The Avenue  of Glendora Village:

Keener Music Studio, 167 N. Glendora Ave., Suite 14G, (626) 675-4439, kristina_keener@hotmail.com – Kristina Keener offers private music lessons in voice, piano, guitar, ukulele and most school band instruments for all ages and abilities and in all musical styles.

Her goal is to meet each student's individual needs and train them to the skill level they desire, whether they are Broadway bound, an aspiring classical musician, a song writer/composer, or just learning for fun.

Keener is a former high school show choir teacher and has two degrees in music and over 15 years of experience in the entertainment industry. She founded Top Billing Entertainment, a non-profit performing arts group, to bring professional level instruction and opportunities to performers of all ages and abilities at low cost.

Auditions for Top Billing’s Holiday Show will be Sept. 22.

Business Expo Shines Spotlight on The Avenue of Glendora Village

The weekend is upon us and there’s another chance to learn more about The Avenue of Glendora Village at tomorrow’s Business Expo in the Village Plaza.

Nearby is the Village’s Organic Farmers Market in the Village Plaza parking lot, where you can get fresh fruits and vegetables for your weekend enjoyment. It’s open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Business Expo participants this week:

Da Avére, 158 N. Glendora Ave., Suite D, (626) 335-8705 – It’s sandal season and the perfect time to visit Da Avére.

Elaina Phillips and Lisa Eurton opened Da Avére in October 2007 with the goal “to help our customers find the perfect accessories that will bring their outfit together, whether it be shoes, handbags, sunglasses or jewelry. And we make sure they leave with a smile.”  

Featured designers include Donald J Pliner, Very Volatile, Jessica Simpson, Carlos Santana, Sbicca, Steve Madden, Fergie, Nine West, Michael Kors, Maui Jim, Oakley and many others.

If a customer is interested in a certain item, they can call the boutique to have the staff hold it for 48 hours, and items can also be shipped anywhere. If an item will be a present, gift wrapping is available.

Summertime means al fresco dining along The Avenue

“Summertime and the living is easy” and it couldn’t be any more easy than dining al fresco at several restaurants along The Avenue of Glendora Village..

Dining outdoors is so much more fun when you don’t have to do the cooking and cleanup – so let one of these restaurants do all that for you.

Just sit back and relax . . .

Classic Coffee, 148 N. Glendora Ave. Glendora, CA (626) 335-3313 – Charming cast-iron tables and chairs make this coffee house (with plenty of breakfast choices, pastries and snacks, including frozen delight Gelato Classico) a reason to enjoy the shade on a summer day.

Domenico’s Jr., 146 N. Glendora Ave. Glendora, CA, (626) 852-0950 – Pizza (whole and by the slice), pasta, salads, sandwiches and more are made to be enjoyed outside on a summer evening.

Frisella’s Roastery,  179 N. Glendora Ave., (626) 852-1810 – Summer means barbecue and Frisella’s “almost famous” ribs, chicken, tri-tip beef, and pork lunches and dinners are perfect choices. The restaurant’s zesty BBQ sauce, colorful salads, salsa, just-baked rolls, rich marinara sauce, crispy potato chips, and delicious desserts are all made from scratch.

Kara’s Korner, 101 W. Foothill Blvd., (626) 914-7447 – The enclosed patio is a quiet, shady spot to enjoy any of Kara’s wide-ranging menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Watch for daily specials that aren’t in the menu. Choose from delicatessen favorites, international fare from Italian to Asian to Mexican and good ol’ fashioned hamburgers, fries, renowned sandwiches and more.

Discover More About Glendora Village at Saturday Business Expos

Saturdays are perfect for strolling and shopping The Avenue of Glendora Village.

There’s the weekly Glendora Village Organic Farmers Market, where you can buy fresh-from-the- arm produce, gift items, snacks and more. It’s located in the Village Plaza parking lot, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Nearby, you can learn more about Village offerings at the weekly Business Expo in the Village Plaza. Each week, a variety of business owners man information tables to tell visitors about their companies.

Spotlight businesses this week include:

Bobbi Pins, 201 N. Glendora Ave., #300, (626) 914-4709: Everyone in the family can get their hair cut, styled or colored at Bobbi Pins, an exclusive Enjoy products salon.

Color services include mini-, partial, 3/4 and full weaves, retouches and color correction consultations, as well as all-over color.

Styling includes intensive restructuring treatments, maintenance, perms and formal styling.

You can also get a make-up consultation to freshen up your look.

Namedroppers, 139 N. Glendora Ave., (626) 963-3668: Open since 1991, this boutique redefines “eclectic” with offerings of women’s clothing and accessories, jewelry, men’s accessories, home decor, holiday decorations, and many unique European products you won’t find anywhere.

Bargain-Filled Birthday Party at This 'Third Thursday'

Here are some things about The Avenue of Glendora Village we bet you didn't know . . .

. . . that it’s going to be Carol Gill’s (at right) birthday next weekend and she's throwing a party for you. Carol, who owns Undercovers Intimates (207 N. Glendora Ave., 626-963-7868), is celebrating her birthday on Third Thursday in the Village, next Thursday, July 18. There'll be food, fun and frolic from 5-8 p.m.
      She's combined the numbers of her new age 67 (6 + 7 = 13) to create a One Night Only $13 Bargains Event and balloons will be loaded with discounts from 5% to 50% off a regular priced piece of merchandise. 

. . . Glendora Village Pets (173 N. Glendora Ave., 626-335-4814) marks its 18^th anniversary this Wednesday. Co-owners are mother and daughter Sue and Amy Lynn Lewis. Amy Lynn just returned to being the shop’s chief groomer after 20 years of raising her family.

Bargains Sizzle at Summer Sidewalk Sale Today, Saturday

Bargain hunters will find hot deals along The Avenue of Glendora Village today and Saturday.

And while you're shopping Saturday, be sure to drop by Glendora Village's Organic Farmers and Artisans Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Village Plaza parking lot.

We gave a preview of what merchants were planning for the Summer Sidewalk Sale in Monday's blog, and here are more not-to-miss summertime deals:

Fiorina, 216 N Glendora Ave., (626) 963-5770 – Shoppers can take an additional 25% off already reduced prices, with savings up to 75% off.

Interfaith Religious Articles and Gift Shop, 146 N. Glendora, Suite 101, (626) 857-3700 – Marked-down items and informational flyers will be available, along with refreshments.

knot too shabby, 160 N. Glendora Ave., Suite 1, (626) 914-1600  – There will be a table of vintage home decor that was donated to knot too shabby and in turn, the profits from those items will be donated back to local community organizations. Also, 10% off all furniture and home decor merchandise. And painting demos throughout today and Saturday. 

Martha’s Candy, 133 ½ N. Glendora Ave., (626) 335-0310 – Sweet savings include 10% off any purchase of $5 or more (not to be combined with any other offer).  

Marty’s Cigar & Divan, 109 W. Foothill Blvd., (626) 852-9337 – 15% off anything in the store.

Namedroppers, 139 N. Glendora Ave., (626) 963-3668 – It’ll be Christmas in July with discounts on holiday decorations, as well as 35-50% off clothing, home decor and accessories.

Hot Savings During Summer Sidewalk Sale, Friday & Saturday

There are a couple times each year that merchants along The Avenue of Glendora Village roll out special savings during sidewalk sales.

The Summer Sidewalk Sale is this Friday and Saturday, July 12-13. Most merchants are clearing shelves and you get to save.

Here's a sampling; look for more on Friday's blog.

     Andrews, Inc., 111 N. Glendora Ave., (626) 914-1953: Summer savings with reductions to 50% on clothing and accessories for men and women.

     Da Avere, 158 N. Glendora Ave., #E, (626) 335-8705 – 50% to 75% off everything on the showroom floor July 12 & 13 only.

     Envy Me Fashions, 146 N. Glendora Ave., #102, (626) 963-8200 – 20% off the entire store (inside) and 50-60% off sidewalk sale items.

Sizzling Bargains, Cool Fun Along The Avenue

Welcome to “Word on the Avenue” where you’ll learn about what’s happening in Glendora Village, voted the San Gabriel Valley’s “Best Downtown” for the second year in a row by readers of the San Gabriel Valley Newspaper Group.

Why? The Avenue  offers a wide variety of shopping choices at 38 stores, delicious dining at 13 restaurants, tons of beauty services at salons and spas and plenty of fun activities for the whole family.

THIS MONTH:
Summer Sidewalk Sale: Friday, Saturday, July 12-13. Here’s your chance to score super bargains at your favorite stores and enjoy dining discounts at restaurants. We’ll have more details next week about particular sales you’ll see.