I was so tempted to put “attention Kmart shoppers” in the headline, but this story is not about Kmart; however, I can remind you that the Kmart in Edgewood Towne Centre is closed. I haven’t been to the area recently, so I can’t tell you if anything new is moving in. I’ll let you know when the “At Home” opens in the former Kmart on McKnight Road.
Here is some news for my thrift shoppers, the St. Vincent De Paul on Frankstown Road has moved. That’s right they moved. I thought they closed, but I went to the Ritzland Plaza to investigate and found a big sign in the window that read “Visit our new store at 7402 Church Street, Swissvale, PA.” If you don’t recognize that address, it is the former Thriftique. You know, the one that moved to 51st Street off of Butler Street. But wait, there is more news; the sign went on to say this, “Coming soon to this location Cash and carry discount items, whole bed sets, furniture, and clothing by the LB.” Okay, it was that last bullet point that got me. I have never purchased clothing by the pound. I can’t wait to see how much it will cost per pound.
Lately, I haven’t done much thrift shopping. I have found such good deals at Ross Dress for Less that I don’t need to go to the thrift store. In the near future, I plan to spend a day doing some “research” at local consignment stores. I will make sure to let you know what I find.
Have you been to Macy’s Backstage in Monroeville? It is on the lower level and you can enter on the lower level as well. Just park in the lot that is to the left of the front of the store. I heard that a Backstage was coming to Monroeville, but I expected something different. I thought it was going to be more merchandise classified as “final act.” Macy’s Backstage is actually considered an outlet store. You can use your Macy’s charge, but you cannot use a coupon. Also, if you buy something from the regular Macy’s you cannot pay for it in the Backstage. Check it out.
On a non-shopping note, last month I went to the Rivers Club for their jazz night. I had not been there for about a year. When I stepped off of the elevator I thought I was on the wrong floor. I have been going to the Rivers Club for over 20 years and did not expect this beautiful change. The Rivers Club looks more like an upscale restaurant. I noticed private glass enclosed spaces for meetings and a wine room. I asked about the banquet rooms, they told me they are still there. If you are looking for another venue to consider for your events, you should put this back on your list; all of the construction is complete. And they still have one of the best ladies rooms in town. Take a look at their website and do a virtual tour.
(Email the columnist at debbienorrell@aol.com)
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