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123 Shoes is a shoe store located in Wegmans Plaza - Country Club in East Rochester.
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Exterior from parking lot 03-2008 Developed by Costanza Enterprises, Station 55 offers retail market spaces on the first floor and live/work loft spaces on the second floor. This R-News story reports a project budget of $838,000. This project was showcased as part of the Landmark Society 2007 Inside Downtown Rochester Tour. All 17 lofts have been rented and there is a waiting list of potential renters. The retail space is has J.S. Excel Flooring as a tenant.
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The Alliance Building is a 15-story, 167,000 square-foot building building downtown. It is located on the corner of East Main Street and Stone Road, in the heart of the Midtown District. A majority of the first floor is used for retail, including several businesses relocated after Midtown Plaza closed. There is also an entrance from the first floor into the Chase Tower retail area. Development A plan was proposed in 2011 to add 113 residential lofts, plus additional retail and office space. Following the discovery of extensive asbestos, the deal was cancelled. According to the City of Rochester website, it is still "pending approval," so perhaps it was instead put on hold. In 2015 DHD Ventures announced they have partnered with Morgan Management to convert the building into 130 residential lofts, plus keep the existing retail space. Building Tenants Conifer Realty Fauna's Gifts and Toys Greater Rochester Housing Partnership Jewelry Clinic Midtown Tailors and Cleaners Remington Gifford Williams & Colicchio - Attorneys Whelpley & Paul
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Andrea Geer Designs is the boutique and studio of local designer Andrea Geer. She specializes in hand-loomed knitwear and is a regular participant in Fashion Week of Rochester. Andrea Geer is located in the Village Gate. In her own words As an artist and designer I am fascinated by color, form and movement. I receive great enjoyment from seeing my creations as functional pieces of art. The knit fabrics move, flow and change depending on who is wearing them and how. Clothing can be a powerful statement and this body of work represents an approach to knitwear that is direct and organic. Pieces are hand loomed and manipulated to create fabrics that address and articulate my artistic goals. Yarns made from merino wool, linen and cotton are used to create clothing that enhances the beauty and individuality of the wearer. I create the buttons and pins to enhance the overall design. This step-by-step process allows me to create one of a kind as well as limited production pieces.
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12-2010 Antiques and Old Lace was a an antique store on University Avenue, near Culver Road. They closed in 2012 when the new landlord renovated their space and raised the rent. According to a comment on r/Rochester: . . . I am close with a couple dealers who were at Antiques and Old Lace. The building was to be renovated, but they were priced out. The landlord wanted several grand more for the newly renovated space. They hoped to find a new location, but they couldn't find one with the same amount of space and frontage in a decent area for a similar price. As of today (I met with Bruce, dealer from booth #2010) Antiques and Old Lace will not be returning to that location, and may never reopen. Several dealers moved to other area antique malls, but the bulk of them moved to Ontario Mall Antiques on 332 in Farmington.1 12-2010
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Front Window 2-2008 Archimage is a gift shop on Monroe Avenue that sells gifts, children's toys, cards, jewelry, incense, stones, chimes, housewares, fair trade products, and unconventional clothing items; their selections are always changing. The store has a touch of the exotic, from elegant Japanese dishware and lamps, to dresses made from recycled Indian saris, to wooden Balinese masks. Esoteric items include Tibetan singing bowls, malas, and pendulums. They carry many gag gifts, such as chicken-chuckers, nerd glasses, and Nunzilla wind-up toys. Their jewelry selection is reasonable priced, with semi-precious stone jewelry in sterling silver and gold vermeil, nose studs and toe rings, and a colorful selection of fashion and costume jewelry. Archimage was voted "Best Place to Shop for a Kid's Birthday" in City Newspaper's Best Of Awards in 2007, though Archimage is much more than just kid's stuff! On June 4, 2016 the owners opened a another store called The Hub by Archimage across the street at 701 Monroe Avenue selling housewares and dishes, lasting less than 2 years.
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Austin Steward Plaza, previously known as Genesee Crossroads Park and Charles Carroll Park, is a relatively small urban park located in the Convention District along the west side of the Genesee River, between Main Street and Andrews Street. It is behind the Holiday Inn and basically on top of the Genesee Crossroads Parking Garage. The Sister Cities Pedestrian Bridge crosses the river in the middle of the park. Benches and picnic areas are available and are popular with office workers at lunchtime in the summer months. The park is located approximately where the notorious old Front Street was located before the days of urban renewal. There is also a sculptural installation by Richard Fleischner called "Rochester Project" that was dedicated in October 1986. Redevelopment In December 2013 it was announced that the City had offered Genesee Crossroads Park as the new site of the proposed Roc City Skatepark. Once completed, it will be the largest skatepark in the country. If successful, it could inspire the creation of other, smaller skateparks throughout the city.1
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Website Graphics B. Younique was an apparel and accessories store located in Twelve Corners Plaza in Brighton with a fresh approach to fashion. They closed in December 2015 after 17 years in business. According to the Democrat & Chronicle: Several factors contributed to her decision to close B. Younique at Twelve Corners Plaza after 17 years: Von Maur moving into the market at Eastview Mall and carrying some of her lines, manufacturers selling their products online directly to consumers and this year’s weather. A cold spring, wet summer and warm fall and winter added up to a lackluster year, [the owner] said. She has a second shop in Pompano, Florida, that she will keep open. Links Three Rochester-area boutiques close in holiday season - Democrat and Chronicle (2015-12-03)
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Bags Unlimited has been providing packaging solutions to the Rochester community since 1975. They stock a selection of plastic and paper bags, shipping boxes, packaging and shipping supplies. An additional service provided by this company includes printing custom screen printing for stickers, labels, banners, convention and carry out as well as cotton, canvas and nylon tote bags on the premises. They will print sized custom bags for as few as 2,000 pieces. Customers include manufacturing plants, hospitals, collectors, artists, libraries, music stores, crafters, photographers, government agencies, retail businesses, and entrepreneurs. City Newspaper named Bags Unlimited one of their Critic's Picks for the 2014 Best of Rochester, describing the warehouse as "a smorgasbord of packaging delights." Located in the Susan B. Anthony Neighborhood.
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Barnes and Noble is a national chain bookstore with several locations in the Rochester area. The largest1 is in Pittsford Plaza near Super Wegmans. Massive and open late, with comfortable seating throughout2 3, its spacious and inviting layout makes this an ideal spot to escape obligations for a few hours at a time. It also features a Starbucks coffee shop. Criticisms of the Pittsford store are the generally the same as those for the town of Pittsford, where it is located. All B&N locations offer storytime for children. The Pittsford location also offers topic-related book clubs. All activities are listed on the store websites. See also: Barnes & Noble College for college and university bookstores. Two-story Pittsford location, Christmas 2008 - BradMandell
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Before Your Quiet Eye is a bookstore in Monroe Village. Run by Ken Kelbaugh, it specializes in "used and rare books and other collectible prints." 1 They are a member of the Rochester Area Booksellers Association. Before Your Quiet Eye went on a hiatus for a brief period until December 2012, when they reopened near the back of the building owned by pixilPreserve. The space was previously occupied by pandaman. A portion of their original mural has been maintained and forms the backdrop of Before Your Quiet Eye's children's books section and reading area.
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Bipolar Couture' is an independent Rochester fashion line. The owner and designer is Aqueelah Abdullah, who creates clothing from scratch and can also do alterations and embroidery. They also offers custom t-shirts using the Direct to Garment method wherein the ink is embedded in the fabric. The Bipolar Couture' shop had its grand opening on January 4, 2013 at 1157 East Main. They have since become a home-based business. Original location on East Main.
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Establishments Abbott's Frozen Custard Brighton Vision Carmen's Cooking The Elegant Gent and Ladies' Hair Salon Golftec Mattiacio Orthodontics Oxygen Yoga & Fitness Panache Vintage and Finer Consignment Susan Deborah Bridal Tanning Bed Ltd. Thomas Tailor Shop Not in the 'Commons' But Also in the Same Plaza Site ESL Federal Credit Union Five Guys Burgers and Fries Rochester Regional Health Immediate Care Seasoning Thai Bistro The UPS Store Former Tenants Aja Noodle Company Knit N Purl Qdoba Richard's Fine Jewelers Trilogy Fashion Foundry World Tae Kwon Do Center Notes and References LoopNet.com Listing
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Bristol Mushrooms Logo Bristol Mushrooms medley Bristol Mushrooms is a producer of specialty mushrooms located 50 minutes south of Rochester. They are USDA certified 100% organic. Their products are available at the Brighton Farmers Market and online at Etsy, Amazon and bristolmushrooms.com. King Oyster Fruit at home block Shiitake at home block Lion's Mane Fruit at home block picking Lion's Mane
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Burlington Coat Factory is a chain clothing store with three locations in the Rochester area. They specialize in overstock and closeouts. The Webster store is in Baytowne Plaza. On May 3, 2019, the Henrietta store moved from Southtown Plaza to Jay Scutti Plaza, replacing the abandoned Toys R Us.
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Car Club of Rochester is an automobile Storage facility for luxury cars. The have different rates to store the car and have a mechanic on staff to make sure the car is running when you want to use it. They also provide detailing services and gas. They have a car care store selling car products, as well as a club house to sit and bring guests. Opened July 2024.
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Century Pittsford Wines is a very large (45,000 square feet) wine and liquor store owned and licensed by Nicole Wegman and is now located in the lower, east end of the Pittsford Plaza in part of the space previously occupied by Cohoes Department store - below the recently-added Stein Mart and adjacent to the new Cheesecake Factory. The store has a WiFi Reading area with reference books as well as wine-related books and magazines for sale. Visit the Rare and Fine Wine Room to see some special wines (not for sale) that you will only see in more elaborate wine cellars and high-end restaurants. Background Opened in April, 2008, Century Pittsford Wines is the result of the Wegmans family effort to acquire the former Century Liquor on Ridge Road West. Under NY State Liquor laws, a liquor store is licensed to one singular person and that person cannot own or operate any other liquor establishment in NY. The original plan to purchase Century Liquor and move it to Pittsford Plaza was thwarted by getting all the proper approvals from the state liquor control board. See references listed below. References Wine retailers offer eco-friendly tote bags July 16, 2008, D&C WHAM 13 Video on possible Store Opening and Story Wegman pops cork on new wine store on MPNNow.com April 7, 2008
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Company Logo Charlotte Appliance Exterior 8-2009 Charlotte Appliance is a well known Rochester furniture and appliance store in Charlotte. It was founded in 1923 by Tony Agostinelli Sr. and his wife Theresa. The primary building they occupy used to be a movie theater, as can be seen from the photo. Some evidence of the layout of the old theater can be seen in various parts of the building. Awards In 2007, Charlotte was awarded the Democrat & Chronicle's Rochester's Choice Award for "Appliance Store".2 Charlotte was also voted "Best Furniture Store" in City Newspaper's 'Best of Rochester' awards in 2008, 2009, and 2010.345 1There is a moveable ramp, but some areas of the floor are elevated on platforms22007 Choice Awards32008 Read Choice Awards42009 Reader Choice Awards5http://www.rochestercitynewspaper.com/entertainment/guides/BEST-OF-ROCHESTER-2010-Shopping/
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Chili Hinchey Plaza is a strip mall on Chili Avenue (exit 19 off of I-390) in Gates. Tenants Cricket Wireless Dollar General Rent-A-Center Rainbow Background "... sold to ... local investors for in excess of {$1M} ... area has seen extensive development including the renovation and expansion of Westgate Plaza, a 285,000 square foot property anchored by the areas first Super Wal-Mart less than 1 mile away. Extensive renovation ... include a new redesigned façade and signage, new storefronts, sidewalks, as well as a new roof, and site lighting. In addition, 16,000 square feet of new retail space ... . ... ownership group includes managing partners David Dworkin, of LLD Enterprises, John August, of J. August Properties, Francis Antonelli, Robert Galbraith, and Arnold Kovalsky. ... " 1 "A New Facade, 16,000 SF addition and site lighting were completed Fall'04. New Parking lot Summer '05." 2 Notes and References LoopNet.com ReJournal.com 1ReJournal.com2LoopNet.com
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A jar of Coach Tony's Gourmet Hot Sauce Coach Tony's Gourmet Hot Sauce is Rochester-style meat hot sauce conceived in Spencerport by Tony Perry and bottled in Bergen. The sauce is more than 40% beef, and is sold in jars.1 Available in both mild and hot versions, but be warned - even the mild sauce packs a little more punch than the hot sauce you'd get on a typical Plate. Sold by the bottle at all area Wegmans stores, at Calabresella Importers of Italian & Greek food, and online at http://www.nystyledeli.com and Flower City Flavor Company https://flowercityflavor.com/shop/coach-tonys-gourmet-beef-hot-sauce/. History In October 2004, Perry began renovating a factory in Bergen to bottle his sauce.
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Storefront May 2011 Colorful Interior, July 2010 Latte Flavor Selection, July 2010 Coffee Connection is a coffeehouse formally in the South Wedge operated in conjunction with Project Empower, a nonprofit organization. They roast their own beans in a machine located at the back of the store. All coffee is labeled fair trade. In addition to coffee, the store sells fair trade items imported directly from Peru, including sweaters and hand-made jewelry. Coffee Connection was formerly known as the "Women's Coffee Connection" because it provides jobs for women looking to (re)enter the workforce. They offer free wifi. Other places that sell Coffee Connection brews are Equal Grounds and Connections at UR's Rush Rhees Library. A second location at the Marketplace Mall food court opened March 1, 2021. They also serve and cater at the UR Orthopedic Center located at the MarketPlace Mall.
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CompUSA Plaza is a strip mall located across the street from Southtown Plaza, and next to Jefferson Plaza on Jefferson Road. The plaza's namesake, CompUSA has gone out of business. A back entrance from West Henrietta Road connects it to Henrietta Town Line Plaza and an Abbott's Frozen Custard stand. Complete list of stores in the plaza: Retail Stores and Services AMVETS Thrift Center Bill's Carpet Center Beltone Hearing Care Center City Mattress Grossman's Bargain Outlet Island Tan Mariachi Mexican Grill Rochester Optical Factory Outlet The Tile Shop Vanessa Nails Volunteers of America - coming in fall of 2011 Former Residents Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar - August 2008 - moved to former Don Pablo’s location on Jefferson Road near Clay Road in front of the Christmas Tree Shop. CompUSA Dibella's Island Fresh Cuisine Steve & Barry's Thrifty Shopper
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Photo by BradMandell Photo by BradMandell Photo by BradMandell Concept II specializes in kitchen and bath remodeling, tile and stone retailer and custom design firm located in the Piano Works Mall in East Rochester, NY. "Concept II offers kitchen and bath remodeling and specializes in custom cabinet design and expert installation. Founded in 1970 by Gary Pino, Concept II is the leader in designing and installing the most unique kitchens and baths in the Rochester area." The Concept II location features a tile showroom with a large selection of tile and stone, worth a walk-through.
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Corporate logo Costco is a national chain wholesale club with a location in the city's Upper Mount Hope neighborhood. It is part of the CityGate development. Amenities include a food court, grocery, gas station, pharmacy, optical department, hearing aid center, photo center, cartridge refill, and a tire service center. Note that most purchases require a Costco membership. Exceptions are alcohol and prescription drugs. The Rochester Costco opened its doors on June 5, 2015.
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