<b> Mighty Stitch By Vivienne</b> —North Minneapolis’s home for quality alterations and custom made clothing— hosts a celebration in honor of their sixth year in business, on Saturday, August 18 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in the business parking lot (2144 44th Ave.). “The sixth anniversary of anything is a reason for a party,” said Mighty Stitch owner Vivienne Williamson. “There will be something for everyone and I’m encouraging my past customers and neighbors to stop by to help us celebrate.” The Mighty Stitch 6th Anniversary Celebration includes free food, sale prices on a wide array of merchandise, and specials from local businesses including The Warren-An Artist Habitat and The Doorway Massage, as well wares from area crafters. To celebrate her businesses’ anniversary, Vivienne will offer $5 plain hems for the entire month of August. For info call 612-529-8744.
Camden pet owners now have an alternative choice for pet care during vacation and business trips. <b> Kim Miller</b> and <b> Julie Sands </b> have opened <b> The Parrot Nannies of Minnesota Inc. </b> in the Victory Neighborhood and in Eden Prairie. Their unique service means that pet owners can now leave their household pet(s) in the comfort and familiarity of home. “Working as a team, Julie and/or I will visit a home on a daily basis to feed, water and care for the pet(s). Most importantly, we’ll provide lots of tender loving care and personalized attention during each visit,” says Miller. The Parrot Nannies specialize in caring for parrots but also take care of dogs, cats, ferrets and bunnies. Not only do they look after household pets in pampered style, they are also happy to bring in newspapers, mail, water house plants, and turn lights on and off to give your house a “lived-in” look. Both Julie and Kim are bonded, insured and have references, and are members of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, Professional Pet Sitters of Minnesota and Minnesota Companion Bird Association. “We want every pet owner to be able to leave home with peace of mind, knowing his or her pet(s) and home are in our responsible care,” notes Miller. For info contact Julie Sands at 612-804-8811 or Kim Miller at 612-991-3758; visit http://parrotnanniesmn.com/ or email info@parrotnanniesmn.com.
<b> Cinequipt Inc </b> is a motion picture equipment rental and sales company established in 1970, and is very tied to the Minnesota film/television commercial industry. They recently held their open house and are “thrilled” with their new space, which is part of Minneapolis Business Center at 49th Avenue North and Brooklyn Blvd. Along with tripling their sales floor space, they added a studio space that is rented out for productions and photo shoots done in the Minneapolis area. They are excited to be part of the revitalization of the area.
If you bank with the <b> City-County Federal (CCF) Credit Union, </b> they’re opening their newest branch at 1101 West Broadway, in a recently redeveloped building. CCF is not only a tenant of the building but also a financial partner and owner whose involvement was critical to the success of the $4 million development. The new office is expected to be open in July, according to Ken Olson, branch manager.
Recognizing that healthy neighborhood business districts are important to the high quality of life we enjoy in Minneapolis, the City has a new <b> Great Streets Neighborhood Business District </b> program. City assistance is available for business loans, real estate development gap financing loans and business district assistance funding for such activities as market studies, retail recruitment efforts and business technical assistance programs. A Great Streets façade improvement matching grant program will be available in this fall. Visit http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/cped/great_ streets_home.asp.
<i>If you know of a new business in Camden email info to info@camdenews.org.</i>