The June shop schedule is as follows:
Sundays – June 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 – Noon to 4 PM
Tuesdays – June 4, 11, 18, and 25 – 7 PM to 9 PM
Thursdays – June 6, 13, 20, and 27 – 7 PM to 9 PM
We are currently remodeling the shop. We removed the drop ceiling and there is 42″ more space above where the old ceiling was. We will be cleaning it up and repainting it. Also, we plan to install some nice old-fashioned style lighting and ceiling fans. We also tore out the two closets to free up more floor space, and have rearranged the work stations. We now have 5 dedicated work stations, and a separate area to true wheels. Stop by and see our evolving new look.
We have held one class so far for Downtown Congregations to End Homelessness, and they will have a bicycle drive on June 22. Normally we get a few really nice bicycles from this event that we sell on consignment for DCEH. If you are in the market for a bicycle, you may wish to stop in around June 25 to check out the newest offerings.
Our give-away total is up to 177 for 2013. We are slightly ahead of one bicycle a day, but have a long way to go in order to give away 1000 this year. We are making progress on our Facebook “likes” and that total is up to 684. The goal is 1000 “likes” for our Facebook page by the end of 2013.
We have rearranged the sales garages and combined the bicycles and wheels into one larger space. Also, we will be moving large items (baskets, fenders, banana seats, kickstands, etc.) out to the sales garage area. This will make shopping much easier for our customers. We also pared down the $42 bicycles to make room for more. We should get some around the middle of the month.
I want to take time to give our volunteers a shout-out. Huge thanks to Tom R, Bill W, Kendra M, Marie J, Anne C, Tom Y, and Scott N. Mr. Michael and I appreciate your dedication to working at our store, and all the help you have given us with the remodeling. We can’t do this without you.