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[jonny]

The former bathroom store (Cantu?) next to Moxie's on Yates has finally been leased, according to the storefront signage anyway. No idea what's going in there, but that space has been vacant for a while.

[thundergun]

^Good news.

 

Has anything been planned/cancelled/stalled for that pit on the other side of what formerly was Cantu? It's been that way for some time and I can't remember what was there before.

[Holden West]

^Good news.

 

Has anything been planned/cancelled/stalled for that pit on the other side of what formerly was Cantu? It's been that way for some time and I can't remember what was there before.

 

http://vibrantvictor...nceled-in-2007/

[thundergun]

This place was open when I walked by today. Only one chair and didn't notice any signage. 

 

St. Andrews Square. Victoria's smallest barber shop.  Once again my brilliant camera skills.

[VicHockeyFan]

The Float House on Herald is open finally.

[Holden West]

^If they caulked the seams of that tiny barber shop it could double duty as a float spa too.

[VicHockeyFan]

^If they caulked the seams of that tiny barber shop it could double duty as a float spa too.

 

Speaking of that, take a look at the rail above the door opening.  It's a bit of a unique set-up, the door is a big glass sheet that just hangs from rollers on that rail.  Not hung yet in this photo.

 

[jonny]

The former bathroom store (Cantu?) next to Moxie's on Yates has finally been leased, according to the storefront signage anyway. No idea what's going in there, but that space has been vacant for a while.

 

This place is now an "Orange Theory Fitness" location.

 

http://www.orangethe...itish-columbia/

 

Never heard of it before, but it sounds like good workout. 

Edited by jonny, 02 May 2014 - 12:12 PM.

[Nparker]

This place is now an "Orange Theory Fitness" location....

After all, "Orange is the new black"... http://en.wikipedia....s_the_New_Black

[James Bay walker]

This place is now an "Orange Theory Fitness" location.

 

http://www.orangethe...itish-columbia/

 

Never heard of it before, but it sounds like good workout. 

They claim a 'unique' approach.  Other then their orange outfits, I'm not getting the uniqueness aspect after reviewing their website.  Granted, orange is cool.  editted to add (after quite a bit of online digging around to find this):

So what does the "orange zone" exactly mean.

This is the range in which your heart rate is between 84-91% of your max heart rate. The total workout includes warm up and station changes so the intensity comes from short bursts of work within that time frame. Each client wears a heart rate monitor and their heart rate shows up on a television screen up on the wall.

 

http://www.orangethe...ws/archive/2013

 

(there's definitely a need to see your doctor before tackling this high heart rate based approach imo)  I can see it being useful for those of us lacking heart rate monitors, and getting jazzed by exercising in a 'group/class' setting. 

 

I suppose the 'unique' aspect is that the 'class' concept works as everyone uses their heart rate's "zone" to determine their pace (so they're exercising at more or less the same sort of relative intensity, regardless of current fitness level).

 

jbw

Edited by James Bay walker, 02 May 2014 - 02:26 PM.

[jonny]

They claim a 'unique' approach.  Other then their orange outfits, I'm not getting the uniqueness aspect after reviewing their website.  Granted, orange is cool.

 

jbw

 

It sounds pretty unique. It's a classes only place for one, which seems to be a growing trend. Most gyms have traditionally been do it yourself sort of establishments. Interval training seems to be a new fitness craze like crossfit was.

[VicHockeyFan]

A flea market starts today at Market Square.  10am-3pm every Sunday.  $20 per table, free to shop.

[Rob Randall]

 

In the next few weeks, Boutique Jacob Inc. says, it will liquidate the inventory of its 92 Jacob, Jacob Outlet and Jacob Liquidation stores across Canada.

It has filed for a notice of intention under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.

http://www.cbc.ca/ne...anada-1.2633948

 

 

http://wikimapia.org.../The-Bay-Centre

[VicHockeyFan]

Looks like Stokes Furniture at Tillicum Mall is closed.

[G-Man]

^ I am shocked! Shocked! It had such a nice selection of floral print couches and corduroy recliners.

[Holden West]

That's a large store for a mall. 

 

After 11 years in business, Stokes Furniture appears to have closed its doors at Tillicum Centre, a move that has left at least one Victoria family upset and in disbelief.

The lights have been off and doors locked at the store for the last couple of days, with a handwritten note on the door saying “closed for inventory.” Inside, there is no activity, while a larger sign says there’s a closing sale on.

The phone is not being answered and the website has gone dark.

And that has Melanie Kilpatrick upset, and out about $400.

“By all the looks of things, they are having some business troubles,” she said.

Kilpatrick said she’s unhappy that the store has her money, but she didn’t get her furniture. About six weeks ago the Kilpatricks paid cash for a dresser and mirror for their daughter’s room. It was to be at the store in three weeks.

 

- See more at: http://www.timescolo...4.Gwt6rnBp.dpuf

[Holden West]

Good God, people--never pay cash for something that is promised to arrive in "a few weeks". Credit card all the way.

[Nparker]

BTW... won't be the Staples Building anymore after June. The downtown location is shutting down.

Well that was a pretty short life; it can't have been more than 2 or 3 years since this Staples location opened.

[Gary H]

^ For us it's now a bike ride instead of a walk. 

[VicHockeyFan]

News via DVBA:

 

MILESTONES

• As already noted in this newsletter, the Royal Theatre andMcPherson Playhouse are celebrating their 100th Anniversary this month. We hope you have time to take part in this once in a lifetime celebration of Victoria's two iconic theatres!
• This month Artina's Jewellery is celebrating 25 years in business in Downtown Victoria! As part of their 25 year celebration, they have teamed up with local artist Corrine Hunt and the charity ONEXONE First Nations School Breakfast Program. Purchase a specially designed water bottle this month at either Artina's location and Artina's will donate $5.00 to the ONEXONE Breakfast program.
• The Victoria Bug Zoo is changing hands. The popular Victoria visitor and student attraction has been sold by founder/entomologist Carol Maier. The new management say, “We are eager to carry on with the mission of the Victoria Bug Zoo which is to provide positive, fun and educational experiences to people of all ages from around the world.”

NOW OPEN

• Float House Victoria has now opened at 662 Herald Street. The facility offers a sensory deprivation & floatation experience similar to floating in the Dead Sea for those looking for stress relief, relaxation, pain relief and more.
• Victoria Harbour Ferry's Pickle Boat Pub Crawl is back for another year starting May 16 and running daily until September 14, 2014. The tour features stops at Bard & Banker Scottish Pub, Irish Times Pub, The Guild Freehouse, Lure Restaurant and Lounge, and Blue Crab Seafood House. Cost is $15 per person.
• Couch – A Tanya Horn Gallery, is now open at 1010 Broad Street (south of The Bay Centre).  Stop in for a cup of coffee, sit on the couch (yes. there is a couch), and enjoy the gallery.
• Sushi Time Express is now open in St. Andrew's Square (735 Yates Street).
• Terry's Barber Shop opened last month at 736 View Street, unit 135 (also in St. Andrew's Square).

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