Business Roundup: Retailers Open New Stores in Edgewater

Joy Kids Learning Center is now open.

There has been a lot of movement in the Edgewater business community. Since early spring, we’ve welcomed three new business, including two new antique shops and a child care center. In addition pizza shop split from their franchisee and a local hair salon moved next door. We’ve got details on what’s going on around town.

Know of any other new ventures or happenings in South County? Contact Cynthia Giorgio at cynthia@southriversource.com.

Cut Loose Salon Moves Down the Street

Cut Loose Salon has moved to 196A Mayo Road, in the same shopping center as Subway and Doggie Details. The hours remain the same, Tuesday thru Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and closed on Sunday and Monday. Appointments are recommended, although walk-ins are always welcome. Cut Loose has been a great local partner to South River Youth Athletics, helping with fundraisers and promotions.

Edgewater’s Squisito Pizza and Pasta Has New Name, Same Owners

The Edgewater Squisito has changed its name to Bella Sera. The establishment operates under the same management with a similar menu including gourmet-style pizza, calzones, pasta dishes, salads, Italian subs, flatbreads, and a full catering menu. The phone number has not changed—410-956-8555—so don’t be surprised when they answer “Bella Sera” instead of Squisitos. Menu offerings and hours of operation can be found at www.bellasera-tasteofItaly.com. The other Squisito franchises in the area—Annapolis, Crofton, Glen Burnie, Severna Park—retained their affiliation.

The Vintage Shoppe, LLC Opens for Business

Liz Acuri opened her antique store, The Vintage Shoppe, two weeks ago at 200 Mayo Road, in Edgewater – in the building previously occupied by Cut Loose Hair Salon. The Vintage Shoppe is Acuri’s first foray into the antique business. She said customers seeking a designer look with a budget will find what they are looking for at her shop.

Acuri sells beautiful painted furniture in fun, retro colors; re-upholstered furniture; vintage antiques and crystal; glassware; home décor; linens; a large collection of bridal jewelry and a huge selection of rhinestone crab pins. Hours of operation are Wednesday thru Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Red Dresser Hangs Out Its Shingle

Kris Foran opened The Red Dresser located at 184 Mayo Road in Edgewater in February. Foran’s specialty is painted furniture of all kinds including bedside stands, end tables, beds, dressers, dining room tables, chairs, vanities, mirrors, desks and cabinets. Foran starts by painting each piece with chalk paint and then distresses and waxes the furniture for a beautiful finish.

Hours of operation are Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Wednesday from 1 to 6 p.m.  Inventory is always changing so visit The Red Dresser’s facebook page to see when new items arrive.

Joy Kids Learning Center Welcomes Children

The last week in May, Joy Kids Learning Center opened its new child care center at 35 Mayo Road in Edgewater. The center will accept children two to five years of age for its full day program, which will be in operation year round.

The school is housed in the church facility at Joy Reigns Lutheran Church next to Edgewater Fitness. The school will follow a state-approved curriculum. They are open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.