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Who’s That Kitty In the Window? Feline workers bring joy to both shop employees and visitors written by Samantha St.Clair
Most likely the cat sitting in the front window surrounded by delicate glassworks is Effie, the “queen of the shop” an experienced worker. He enjoys simply hanging out, and while you may not see him as often as Effie, he too loves attention from guests. He will often greet people by meowing and rubbing against their legs. Like many older fellows, he is quite the talker and has many stories to tell.
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s you window shop in Lancaster City, don’t be surprised to see a cat staring back at you when you come across Art & Glassworks on Queen Street. Just like regular employees, the cats there have important jobs in the shop. Most likely the cat sitting in the front window surrounded by delicate glassworks is Effie, the “queen of the shop”. Effie’s job is to greet customers - and she does a good job luring them in, too. Effie has been at her job since a very young
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age, brought in at four weeks old after the shop owner’s son found her in a box outside six years ago. She enjoys the perks of the job, such as turkey at lunch time, affection from customers, and sunbathing on breaks. While she did have her rambunctious kitten years, and miraculously didn’t break any glass in those times, she is now calm and serious about her duties. Even calmer is the “grandfather” cat of the shop, Mickey. Mickey was adopted and has spent many years with Art & Glassworks. Now at 13 years young, he is
There is a third cat at Glassworks, Morris, who maintains a job as a mystery cat. A white and orange beauty, Morris keeps track of the back stock room and isn’t seen by many. To have Morris greet you is something special! He only has a certain few he will come out to see regularly. Although shy, he does know how to have fun. He loves to play in water and enjoys napping with his best friend, Mickey. Shop animals bring life to their environment and make both working at and visiting shops more enjoyable. If you’re in Lancaster and get a chance, stop by and meet these feline workers! They already have regular visitors maybe you can be their next fan!