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A Taste of Roslindale Lead Sponsor:
All RVMS Business Members
For nearly three decades, Roslindale Village Main Street has worked to revitalize Roslindale’s commercial district, while preserving the historic charm of our community. The visionary work of our founding business owners and community members has laid the groundwork for the strong and vibrant district that exists today. Our diverse business mix of restaurants, shops and services, and array of events held in the district each year make Roslindale Village an incredible destination and exciting place to live!
Category: About, Help, Live, Shop, Work
Posted: April 18, 2012
Interview with Chris Mosher, owner of The Sign Post
Please describe your business.
The Sign Post is a customer-savvy advertisement facility that strives to come up with solutions for the everyday client.
How long have you been in business in Roslindale?
While The Sign Post has been here for over ten years, I, Chris Mosher, have been here for over one year.
What made you open your business here?
I have been searching for a location near Boston and found this area.
What is your favorite thing about owning a business in Roslindale
Roslindale Village is a great location for small businesses! The diversity of the traffic that flows into and out of this area is an everyday occurrence. I enjoy that feeling that encompasses this environment.
Of the products and services you offer, what will customers be surprised to see in your store?
Most of the customers love the new and exciting products that are here. The MESH banners in the windows are a prime example of solving two problems with one custom product.
How is your business involved in the community?
I try to get involved by participating in the various projects that Roslindale Village Main Street has provided. There are Board of Trade meetings that I also attend.
What is your best selling product or service?
Our best product is Advertising!
Hours: Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Category: Shop, Work
Posted: June 29, 2011
It’s hard to believe that it was the Roaring 20s when the Thrift Shop of Boston first opened its doors in 1926. Boston’s oldest Thrift Shop is celebrating 85 years and a tradition of giving back to the community on June 8, 2011. During extended hours (9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.), The Thrift Shop will offer a storewide discount of 50 percent off in honor of the anniversary throughout the day followed by afternoon refreshments and a check presentation at 4 p.m.
As a non-profit organization dedicated to helping the children and families served by The Home for Little Wanderers, The Thrift Shop of Boston has provided generous financial support by raising more than $550,000 since the collaboration began — $50,000 in just the past year — for the nation’s oldest child and family service agency. Proceeds from sales at The Thrift Shop have helped The Home to provide annual services to more than 7,000 children and families living in at-risk circumstances throughout Boston and Eastern Massachusetts
Today, The Thrift Shop is operated by one dedicated full-time staff member, five part-time staff, and a wonderful group of volunteers, some of whom have been working there for many years. Located in the heart of Roslindale Square, The Thrift Shop is conveniently located between Belgrade Avenue and Washington Street and is accessible by Commuter Rail and many bus routes. Street parking is also available. The Thrift Shop offers a variety of antique goods including furniture, artwork, books, bric-a-brac, jewelry and designer clothing (Coach, Ann Taylor, Lily Pulitzer) for bargain-hunters and retro-chic style-seekers. For more information and store hours, visit www.thehome.org/thriftshop or call 617-325-5300.
About The Home for Little Wanderers
The Home for Little Wanderers is the nation’s oldest and one of New England’s largest, non-profit child and family service agencies. The mission of The Home for Little Wanderers is to ensure the healthy behavioral, emotional, social and educational development and physical well-being of children and families living in at-risk circumstances. We do this through a series of integrated programs that include early childhood services, special education, therapeutic residential treatment, adoption, intensive foster care, clinical and family support in homes, schools, hospitals and clinics, and college and independent living preparation for youth who have aged out of state care. For more information, visit www.thehome.org.
Submitted by Heather MacFarlene, Home for Little Wanderers
Category: Events, Shop, Work
Posted: June 4, 2011
Today’s economic climate is requiring many small businesses to take out commercial loans in order to ensure their survival or to cover costs necessary to remain competitive. However, the process of obtaining funding can often be complex, require substantial preparation, and take many months for funding to become available.
Roslindale Village Main Street’s Economic Development Committee is pleased to offer a Business Financing Panel Discussion on Tuesday, April 5 at 8 am. Join us for breakfast at Café Rialto (4197 Washington Street), where we plan to have an informative conversation on financing options for both immediate and future needs, and strategies for avoiding common pitfalls.
Category: Events, Work
Posted: March 29, 2011
Lady D Creative is a one-woman printing and engraving shop that has been in business at 739 South Street since 1995. Owner Donna Milton sits down with her landlord and fellow business owner Mike Tobin, whose law offices (Tobin & Tobin, a 2nd-generation family practice he owns with his brother Robert) are located upstairs at 735 South Street.
Category: Work
Tags: 10 questions, local businesses
Posted: January 4, 2011