For the person who has everything...

One Peacock Place LTD. has a great Christmas gift idea for the person who has everything- or for office and grab bag gifts....for the environmentally concious....For each of these Christmas ornaments purchased, a tree is planted...They are beautiful pewter ornaments in a variety of designs- and with a $10-$11 pricepoint they are a real winner!

WHAT'S ON SALE!

If you got a copy of this weeks Duplin Times, you saw the Downtown Wallace Merchants monthly ad- and already know- but in case you missed it- here's a recap

The Polka Dot Zebra has 25% off Vera Bradley's Riviera Blue pattern- the sale includes bags and accessories....you also get a FREE Vera Bradley cosmetic bag (value $18) when you make a Vera Bradley purchase of $75 or more

Wallace Drug is the only outlet locally for the new UNC fragrances

Farriors has 40% off Framed Art through Oct 31

There is a gun sale at Honeycutt Pawn & Variety Oct 22

Fancy Farmer has 50% off summer merchandise and a new arrival- Personalized Stationary Stamps

Lillie's Boutique has several racks of clothes at $10

Divine Fashions has aquired a nice selection of furniture being sold on consignment- and Mae is still accepting clothing for the consignment clothing store opening soon!!

Cavenaugh's is looking amazing! The exterior paint job is beautiful- and inside is GORGEOUS- They are still resetting the store- so not everything is in place yet- but the promise is that it will be totally complete by Christmas at Twilight.

The Treasure House is still buying gold- and if you like many others are looking for a safe investment- they have a large selection of silver coins.

Creative Concepts has a good selection of Bulldog merchandise- a great Christmas gift for any WRH fan!
TUNE IN NEXT WEEK FOR THE SCOOP ON NEXT WEEKEND"S HAPPENINGS!!!!

Farrior's October Sale

Beginning October 1 and running throughout the month, save 40% on framed art at Farrior's.

Farrior's offers a variety of art styles- from classic to colorful- all beautifully framed-and right now you can save 40% on your favorite!

The Polka Dot Zebra

The Pola Dot Zebra has always offered monogramming, but sent it out to have it done. Lisa is now offering her own service, with a quicker turnaround time and reasonable rates to better serve her customers. So pick out your new fall Vera Bradley bag, and let Lisa personalize it for you!

Make your Downtown plans for September!

September looks to be an exciting time for Downtown Wallace! There will be so much going on!

Art of Hope is having it's Grand Opening September 5th & 6th, complete with discounts and door prizes.

One Peacock Place LTD. is hosting a Pampi Designs jewelry part September 7th,

Art at the Depot is September 13th...complete with vendors and entertainment and the Farmer's Market.

The model train room at the depot is now open on Saturday morning from 10-12.

The new fall line of Vera Bradley is in at The Polka Dot Zebra...and Lisa has some exciting news coming soon!

Bridgette at Evan's Jewelers will be taking orders for painted canvases and personalized license plates only until November 1 this year- so get your order in now!

The Verandah has their Halloween merchandise in- also ON SALE- Jewelry is 35% off- and there is a great selection of ribbon on sale!

and Wallace Drug is ready for fall.

Biney's Music will be closing soon...things are 75% off now.

Cavenaugh's is getting a makeover! They are working on painting inside, and making some changes to the layout- the outside will also be re-done....

Miss Mae is getting the space next to Divine Fashions ready to open as a consignment shop...call her at 285-8900 for more information on consigning!

Art of Hope opens Monday

Local artist Hope G. Smith is opening shop downtown! The Art of Hope- fine art and custom framing will open at 105 W. Main St Monday, August 4. Hope has been busy getting the framing area set up and moving artwork in- and is ready to open the doors! The Grand Opening will be at the beginning of September- be sure to visit the store and pick up a card with all the details on Grand Opening specials!

Christmas in July

The annual Christmas in July sale is going on now at Cavenaugh's.

Save on Christopher Radko ornaments and more. Cavenaugh's carries the largest selection of Christopher Radko from Myrtle Beach to Raleigh- as well as Steinbach nutcrackers and Lenox christmas pieces,

AREA RUGS ON SALE

All in stock area rugs are 40% off through July 31 at Farriors! They carry a great selection of traditional and contemporary looks by the best names in area rugs! Take advantage of the savings to give your home a facelift!

50% off Sale at the Polka Dot Zebra

Select retired Vera Bradley patterns are 50% off at The Polka Dot Zebra- so if you took advantage of the previous discount to get a new bag- add the matching accessories at GREAT savings!

NEW STORE OPENING SOON!

If you are observant, you noticed the link to The Art Of Hope in the list of downtown store websites ont he right hand side of the blog- and wondered to yourself....why is that there?
It is there because The Art of Hope will be opening downtown on August 4th at 105 W. Main St.!!! Check out the website and see some of the art Hope has in store for you- along with her expert framing services! This is an exceptional addition to our list of downtown stores!!!!! As there is more news- I will be sure and bring it to you!

The Downtown Diva is manning the concession stand

The Downtown Diva is manning the concession stand at the Farmer's Market at the Wallace Depot this Saturday 6/21 from 9-1. If you are an avid blog reader- come and say hi- I'd love to meet you!

Breakfast, Clogging and a demonstration at the Depot Saturday am!

This Saturday the Farmers Market at the Depot has some extra treats...free breakfast yum yum... Cloggers performing after 10 am and Fran Jackson will be doing a jewelry making demonstration. Of course there will be bluberries and fresh bread and the other goodies you can find at the Farmers Market...so come out!

The Friends of the Depot Hot Dog & Ice Cream Social

If you missed the Hot Dog 7 Ice Cream Social at the Depot tonight....shame on you! I think the picture of Harriet at the top expresses the exhilaration all of the members of the Friends of the Depot had in seeing dreams come to fruition! They were like little kids on Christmas morning!!!

Jaxie Cavender must have lost 5 pounds running from on place to another to be sure everyone was greeted warmly! Mary Hart Oswald Blackburn and Georgiana Farrior worked tirelessly to keep the drinks on ice and things going smoothly. Lisa & Mary& Mark kept sure the table accepting new contributors to the Friends of the Depot was manned. The turnout was excellent and I am sure has inspired the board to continue offering events downtown....don't miss the next one!

Farmers Market opens May 3

FARMERS MARKET
at the
WALLACE DEPOT

OPENING SATURDAY
MAY 3, 9:00 AM

FEATURING

FRESH, LOCAL PRODUCE (strawberries, asparagus, etc.)
BAKED BREAD, PASTRIES, JELLIES
FREE RANGE EGGS & CHICKEN
HOMEMADE DOGGIE TREATS
HERBS, FLOWERS, QUALITY CRAFTS
STEPPING STONES, YARD ART

SATURDAY ONLY, 9:00 - 1:00
ENDS WITH FALL PRODUCE SEASON

MAKE THE FARMERS MARKET A "MUST DO" EVERY SATURDAY

New at The Polka Dot Zebra

The new summer bags are in at The Polka Dot Zebra- and the look is toatally crisp and clean! As soon as I saw the Seaside Collection- I loved it- and it's perfect for summer styles! Very abstract- you sortof see a fish- or butterfly or flower in the pattern- but not really- it's just neat!

Auction March 22

If you're looking for something to do this weekend- be at Brown & Thigpen for the auction Saturday-they have a lot of nice pieces this week- including a Rock-o-La jukebox. The bargain boxed lots start at 5 pm- the auction proper starts at 6pm. To see photos of most of the items being offerred- visit their site at http://www.brownandthigpenauctions.com/Wallace%20032808.htm

Downtown Sale Details

Just a few details about the Sale Downtown Saturday March 15 from 10-2
One Peacock Place Ltd will have 25% off OneSoles Shoes...if you get a copy of the Duplin Times and bring in the ad- you'll save an additional 10%!!!!

Miss Lillie is looking to clear out a lot of merchandise to be able to start carrying her new Boutique lines of merchandise- so there will be lots of bargains!

Lots of bargains will be included in the sidewalk sale at The Polka Dot Zebra- Lisa always offers some great deals!

40% savings on accessories, art, mirrors and lamps at Farriors- it doesn't get any better than that!

Sidewalk sales at Van's beauty supply & Evan's jewelers & Wallace Drug & the Mustard Seed- and special sales at The Verandah and Cavenaugh's

March Sale at Farriors

The March 2008 sale at Farriors is a BIG one!
Save 40% on wall art, mirrors, lamps and all accessories! This is a great time to get the great things you want to make over your space for spring! Add some light and color for a great new look at really great savings!

ANNUAL DOWNTOWN SPRING SALE!

MARK YOUR CALENDER! The Annual Downtown Spring Sale will be March 15th from 10-2! You'll find sidewalk sale prices inside many of the downtown stores. See the March 13th edition of The Duplin Times for a complete listing of participating stores, and information on special deals!

A Golden Opportunity

The Treasure House on E Main St is buying gold. If you have pieces you don't wear anymore- or are damaged- take it to Joseph and see how much it can be worth. He also buys coins...who knows you may have fortune in that piggy bank-