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WHAT WE’VE HEARD AROUND OUR TOWNS … Compiled by Sinclair Holian
BIZ BRIEFS
Moxy Fox Salon celebrated its grand opening on May 10 at 102 E. Main St. The new salon, next to Speakeasy Carrboro, offers
services for men and women in a relaxed, art deco environment. Every month, Moxy Fox features the work of a new local artist. Nonprofit LGBTQ+ flower farm and community center Rainbow Gardens opened in May in Chapel Hill. The farm serves as a haven for the LGBTQ+ community to gather and connect with nature through farming and gardening. It also offers a number of social events, including a July Fourth Picnic and Pride parties, plus the chance for visitors to buy bouquets and potted plants. Hallmark Homecare, an aging
homecare provider bringing compassion-driven services to the area, opened a new office in May. Owner Tim Leow and his wife, Jami Princ (pictured below), were inspired by
BLANK CANVAS Carrboro artist Renzo Ortega debuted his mural, “Destiny,” at Umstead Park’s basketball court in April. “The mural is about whatever directions people take, going north, south, west or east,” Renzo says. “There will always be something unexpected on the horizon that will give a new meaning to their lives.”
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their family’s personal challenges in managing elder care. Hallmark Homecare specializes in live-in and 24/7 care that caters to clients’ individual needs. “Our goal is to empower other families with the peace of mind that comes from knowing their loved ones are cared for with the utmost dignity and respect,” Tim says. Wentworth & Sloan, Chapel
Hill’s oldest jeweler, moved from 400 S. Elliott Rd. to 710 Market St. in Southern Village on June 1. The company has been offering custom fine and
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silver jewelry, estate jewelry timepieces and repair services since 1945. Glass Box Shop, a home boutique located inside Moshi Moshi Salon, opened its doors
in May. Operated by interior designer Gaussen Hamner, the shop sells a unique, curated selection of lighting, decor, books and pillows. Lune Spark Center for Creativity, which offers music,
film, drama, dance classes and camps to nurture a love of
arts, opened a new Chapel Hill location at 250 S. Elliott Rd. on June 1. The center celebrated with a family-friendly kickoff event, featuring food trucks, live music, karaoke, drawing, face painting, animal balloons and a magic show.