In fact, two invitations and a slight apology.
Invitation 1 – THE GRAND OPENING
On Thursday 25 February at 5pm the shutters will be raised for the first time. As well as the chance to have a poke around and sample the merchandise, there’ll be some gentle tuneage from Sister 45 and Colour. Maybe some other stuff if I can sort it out too.
Everyone’s welcome and so are your friends. There are no invites or anything – its a shop after all. We’re closing at 8pm as per (what will be) usual.
Directions – go through the glass doors behind the bull and we’re just on the left hand side (top floor, Debenhams side of Bullring).
Invitation 2 – The Big Sort Out
Tomorrow I’ll be cleaning the unit and painting the walls. There’s quite a lot to do. If anyone can spare some time to help (and a few have already volunteered) then that would be fantastic. Feel free to turn up any time after 11am – just knock on the shutters and I’ll let you in. If you could bring a paint roller and tray too that would be great. Please leave a comment below so I know whether to expect you.
I can’t offer much in return, but I’ll sort out some refreshments at the very least.
The apology
Hopefully you’ll appreciate that things have been rather hectic trying to pull everything together in time. I’ve not been able to reply to everyone who’s offered help, stock, ideas for events, etc. I’m sorry about that and you should hear back from me in the next 24 hours or so.
As a guide the answer to most stuff is ‘yes’ unless you’re asking for me to provide any funding.
Sounds like a good evening!
I’ll be around tomorrow (Sat) I think, will bring a brush.
Good luck with this fantastic venture. It is a perfect example of what I love and miss about Brum. I’m really sorry I won’t be there on opening night, but will make sure to pop in on my next visit ‘home’. Jx
Yay – hoping to head in after work on Thursday to see the fruits of your labour!
Also, I really wanted to get my painting overalls on and help with the cleaning/painting but have friends visiting from University tomorrow so I won’t be able to : ( If there’s still work to be done on Sunday I may be able to help…?
Can’t make Saturday (sorry) but happy to help on Monday if needed. Loads of experience of putting stuff on walls!
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Hi Chris,
Will be down on Thursday.
Well done on the shop, such a great idea.
If you ever need any helpers during the coming weeks,get in touch.
Laverne
This is a fantastic idea to bring to the community, i shall be there on the 25th for the opening, i cant wait to see what its like =)
All the best,
Toni x
Sounds cool I will try to make it along for the opening evening. Good to see some creative stuff going on…..