Meet The Neighbors-Vol.II

   Moving is a BIG deal. It's stressful yet exciting! You're eager but have trepidation!

  Well if you are reading this Blog chances are you've already decided on New Hampshire and chances are better still that you are looking at Concord!

  If that's the case...hopefully this Blog (and those to come) will help ease you into your new surroundings. Help it all feel familiar, allow you feel like you already live here! And believe me, this is a great place to live!

  I'm going to introduce you to some of the local people and businesses that make Concord special. And when you get here....be sure to say Hi! You'll be glad you did! 

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  COLE GARDENS                                                     

Cole Gardens (229-0655) is located at 430 Loudon Road. They have been in their present Retail location for almost three years. The Cole's have also had Wholesale Greenhouse in Loudon, NH for 20 years. Selling to other greenhouses and wholesalers.

They have landscaping packages for Homeowners, Landscapers and also Contractors!

Cole Gardens also offers complete Floral Servicessuch as arrangements, baskets and corsages to name a few! In addition they offer unique gifts including garden whimsey's, bird houses and feeders.  True One Stop Shopping!

  Meet Charlie Cole......

             More than just Plants! 

Most days Charlie can be found at "the store". He is responsible for some great New Classes that were started this year. They were run every weekend from April to June. Some of the fun topics were "Succulent Seminars", "Container Gardening" and a very popular"Cooking With Herbs".

Be sure to keep your eye out for the classes next year...They're Free!

MIKES AFFORDABLE AUTO                                                                                                                                              

Mikes Affordable Auto (223-6774) is at 124 Manchester Street. Everyone in Concord knows Manchester Street . Not quite the Auto Mile but close! Mike has been here for several years. He was formerly Manchester Street Auto and recently re-opened under his new name (right next door) in his new "Art Deco" style building!   

  Meet Mike Albert....                                               

  Mike has been in the Auto Business for over 25 years. He started as a kid ...working with  his Dad in Rhode Island.

 Mike has a Full Service Establishment he does Repairs, Inspections and Detailing. Want something special? He will look for special"pre-owned" vehicles at auctions.     

                            His used cars are always in good  condition and He Stands By What He Sells!

  Now I know this for a fact! When my son was a "new" driver he had several accidents when they were  able to be repaired, Mike repaired at prices a young guy could afford. He has sold my son three cars and my husband one!

When I asked Mike who makes up the bulk of his customers...he said Repeat Business. Well if my family is any indication.......

                   BUTTERS 

Butters (Fine Food & Wine)225-5995 is right in the heart of downtown Concord at 70 North Main Street.

Their eagerly anticipated opening was last July...and they have taken Concord by storm.

They not only

 offer the finest in Imported Cheeses and Wines....they have Gourmet Chocolate, Herbs, Meats, Baked Goods and other Epicurean Delights! They even have their own Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It is kept in a spigot-ed crock and can be bought by the ounce!

  Meet Keith Dickey......

Keith is the owner operator of Butters and can be found there most days! A New York transplant who has definitely made in roads onto the local "Foodie" scene.

Keith has started Wine and Cheese Tastingson Thursday (and sometimes Friday) nites. They are held from 4:30 to 6:30. They (Butters) also do Platters for Special Catered Events!

I asked Keith who was his Typical Customer he answered "Someone Who Loves Food and Wine" I would  venture a guess that that would also include those who love to cook. You can get a fabulous array of Gourmet Items...to impress the pickiest of guests!

I asked Keith how he likes it here in Concord....Not Surprisingly...He Loves It!!

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