RICHMOND, Va. – We’re Open Virginia is an initiative by CBS 6 to highlight some of the local businesses that are adapting this new normal of social distancing and using creativity to continue serving the community. Today we highlight just a few of our community friends who are supporting us and who need your support as well.
Virtual shoe shopping at its best
Saxon Shoes, a family-owned and operated fixture in Richmond for more than 50 years, is stepping in a new direction this week. Saxon welcomes shoppers online with a special 20 percent off virtual storewide sale. Find Saxon Shoes on Facebook or visit their website and join daily this week for each of the virtual 20 percent off sale events.
Spring cleaning made possible through virtual organizing sessions
Locally-owned company Abundance Organizing would usually work right alongside clients with home organizing and senior downsizing projects, but given our social distancing efforts, they have has taken to virtual organizing and have seen big successes! The team launched a Facebook group called “Home Organizing Support During COVID-19” to help you envision your space and your “stuff” differently. Take a look at before and after photos from recent virtual sessions! To schedule your virtual organizing session, visit their Facebook page or visit their website.
#TAKEOUTTUESDAY at Westwood Fountain
It may be #TAKEOUTTUESDAY, but today’s featured restaurant is open every day and would love to see you stop by. Founded 22 years ago, Westwood Fountain is a family-owned, old-school breakfast and lunch diner located inside Westwood Pharmacy. Customers can call ahead to order a meal for pickup or arrange for curbside pickup. Westwood Fountain is open from 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday through Saturday and from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. Find more information on their website or call 804-282-4828.
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