Pickleman's Opens Saturday at Station Plaza

Let us know what you think of Downtown Kirkwood's newest eatery.

Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe will open its doors Saturday at 10 a.m. in Downtown Kirkwood, just in time to meet the needs of hungry Mayfest patrons. Owner Nick Julian said he chose the location at Station Plaza (between Kaldi's and Pazzo's) because of the large amount of foot traffic it attracts. "The biggest selling point was the patio out front," he said, noting that the close proximity to the Kirkwood Farmers' Market was also a plus. Julian also said he liked Kirkwood for its hometown feel. Read our Q&A with Julian about the Kirkwood Pickleman's. The Plaza patio certainly will be packed Saturday for Downtown Kirkwood's MayFest. An art show and performances from the Maple Jam Band, Lucille Rapp Dancers Step 'N Out Band take place from 10:30 …

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In the Stacks

Summer Reading Kicks Off With Party at Kirkwood Library

A weekly look at Kirkwood Public Library happenings

Kirkwood Public Library's Summer Reading Kickoff Party is Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. Easy summer reading sign up all day long from home or the library, beginning at 9 a.m.  If you and your family are out and about on Saturday, drop by for some fun activities featuring: Hope to see you on Saturday, but remember to count your reading time beginning on Saturday and sign up from home if you can't get to library.  

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Business Spotlight

Fun in the Sun Sports Brings Coastal Fashion to Downtown Kirkwood

Downtown Kirkwood's newest boutique serves up coastal inspired activewear.

Nancy Kaiser McGee had the idea of opening an activewear boutique when she retired in Florida. But then, she thought, why wait? Fun in the Sun Sports and Leisure opens in Downtown Kirkwood Friday. The activewear boutique at 121 N. Kirkwood Rd. brings coastal style and exercise fashion to a demographic of consumers that no one knows better than McGee. She is her customer, an area mom who not only lives an active lifestyle but supports her family’s activities. McGee, her husband and children live in Glendale and her kids attend Kirkwood schools. “The response has been overwhelming from everyone who has been in the store and gotten a preview,” McGee said. The entrepreneur, who led the St. Louis market for Banana Republic for 10 years, has …

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Last Chance: Eat at Amigos, Support Project IDEA

Amigos Cantina is donating a portion of Monday sales to Keysor Elementary School's Project IDEA.

If you support Keysor Elementary School's Project IDEA, then deciding where to dine for lunch or dinner Monday is a no-brainer. Amigos Cantina in Downtown Kirkwood is donating 10 percent of all Monday sales to the project that aims to revolutionize play by creating an interactive and inclusive learning environment. To learn about Project IDEA, read these previous articles: Also, be sure to check out the accompanying video posted to Keysor Elementary School's Facebook page.

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Downtown Kirkwood Fashion Show at Blush

The boutique will showcase spring styles Friday.

Blush Boutique in Downtown Kirkwood will hold its Spring Fashion Show Friday from 6-10 p.m. The show will feature the hottest spring trends from Blush and Clay & Cotton, along with complimentary hors d'oeuvres, cocktails and shopping. The show starts at 7 p.m. and benefits Angels' Arms. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $25. Stay up-to-date on new looks and happenings at the boutiques by liking the Downtown Kirkwood businesses on Facebook:

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Paperdolls Boutique Debuts Bold Summer Collection

A trunk show at the Downtown Kirkwood fashion boutique offers shoppers an exclusive chance to preview and order Tracy Negoshian's Summer 2012 collection before the looks hit stores.

Fashion lovers have an exclusive chance to get an up-close look at Tracy Negoshian's bright and bold Summer 2012 Collection through a special event at Paperdolls Boutique Wednesday. The Downtown Kirkwood business will hold a trunk show from 7-9 p.m., where shoppers can view samples from the collection and place orders before the looks hit St. Louis stores in May. The collection showcases bright colors and bold geometric prints. "A lot of the prints are kind of nautical themed and more girly," Paperdolls Event Coordinator Lisa Fanetti said. "She likes to mix a lot of patterns with her clothes." Negoshian's clothes are very wearable and appeal a wide age range of women. "She really doesn't target a certain age group," Fanetti said, adding …

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Business Spotlight

Q&A: Pickleman's to Open in Downtown Kirkwood

The gourmet cafe is expected to open the week of April 30. We talk with owner Nick Julian about the newest addition to Kirkwood Station Plaza.

A Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe is expected to open at Kirkwood Station Plaza in the retail space formerly occupied by SanSai Japanese Grill the week of April 30. The storefront with patio seating will be open Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. Pickleman's will deliver to the Kirkwood area from 11 a.m. to close everyday and is now hiring for all positions. Kirkwood Patch put questions to owner Nick Julian about the newest Downtown Kirkwood eatery. 1. Kirkwood Station Plaza has seen turnover in restaurant leases. Why did you pick the location to open a Pickleman's? While searching for a location we looked for a spot with adequate parking and big enough for our store. Kirkwood Station offered all of …

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Fashion Watch: 5 Fresh Looks From Paperdolls Boutique

A look at the latest fashion inventory and trends at Kirkwood boutiques.

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Strike Pose and Win Big at Ginger and Mary Ann

The Downtown Kirkwood boutique is holding a unique Facebook photo contest along with some glamorous treatment for visitors to the store.

Patrons of Ginger and Mary Ann Boutique can win any garment that catches their fancy on Wednesday if they are willing to strike a pose. The Downtown Kirkwood fashion boutique is holding a unique contest through its Facebook page. Those who stop by the store on Wednesday can try on any item and pose for a picture that will be posted to the store's Facebook page. The model who gets the most "Likes" by Saturday wins the item they tried on. The contest is a first for the fashion boutique that opened about a year and a half ago. "We're really trying to generate more interest in the shop...and clearly social networking is one way of reaching customers who we might not reach otherwise," said Pam Debandt, co-owner of Ginger and Mary Ann Boutique. …

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Photo of the Day: Sunset Over Downtown Kirkwood

A look at user-submitted, editor-taken or social media-scoured snapshots of Kirkwood.

I couldn't help but park my car in Downtown Kirkwood the other day to enjoy this sunset. Luckily I had a camera phone to capture the moment. Have you taken any pictures around our beautiful city? Upload them here.

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Carola Gloyd

8:45 am on Monday, February 27, 2012

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