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NEWS Community Bulletin | Boletín Informativo para la Comunidad | Woodbridge, VA | Vol. 1, No. 9
Super Thrift Store and International Bazaar two different concepts in one place
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International Bazaar en B-thrifty
Bajo el techo de B-Thrifty se encuentran varias “microempresas”, operadas por empresarios con diferentes antecedentes internacionales. Continúa Página 2
By H. Dale Keeton, Ph.D.
cation in one of these stores.
One of the few issues both Republicans and Democrats would agree upon is the value of small business and entrepreneurship to the American economy. Whether at the national, state, or county level, political leaders can always gain support by emphasizing support of local businesses. The mascot of B-Thrifty, Benjamin Franklin, also stressed this same value during the early days of our country.
B&B is currently open with a large inventory to provide customers with anything needed for Halloween.
Under the roof of B-Thrifty are several “micro-businesses” owned and operated by entrepreneurs with varied international backgrounds. These hard-working business owners provide new products and special services to their customers. Many of these products would be hard to find in any traditional shopping mall, and most all are available at much less than market value. If you need anything related to hand held screen devices you may surely find it either at Top Cellers, Simple Mobile, or Cricket. Shoppers will be able to purchase prepaid calling cards or other usage plans, mobile phone accessories and other items related to wireless communi-
For beauty enhancement, ladies might choose to visit Fatu Braiding Salon, Eyebrows Threading, or Sonia Dominican Hair Stylist. If you are hungry while visiting B-Thrifty and The International Bazaar, the Kabob Grill and Café Caliente are conveniently located side by side. A broad selection of jewelry can be found either at Evandalo Silver and Gold and Ventura Gold; Brazilian jewelry is also available at Carina’s Fashion. Of course, many customers come to The International Bazaars to find the latest in women’s and men’s fashions. A large selection of men’s clothing, shoes, blankets, and luggage is available at Young Lucky Fashion. Men’s attire, jackets, shoes and sportswear can be found at Lee’s Top Fashion. Beautiful women’s attire can be found at Colombian Clothing Store with women’s lingerie, Colombian jeans and perfumes. One of
the newest shops is Discount Depot with a variety of clothing for men, women, and children. You would need look no further than Cowboy Store to find the most interesting cowboy boots and western wear in Northern Virginia. W&H Upholstery can help you with all your upholstery needs. Many fabrics to choose from are on site and consultation services are free. If you are in need of palm reading, spirit consulting, natural products, candles, incense burns and more, visit Botanica Obatala. If you are planning a trip, visit Izalco Travel Multiservices with air tickets, tax an immigration services. In addition, a U.S. Post office will open in the near future. B-Thrifty is very proud of The International Bazaars and the proprietors who are bringing quality products from various parts of the World. We encourage all our customers who come to B-Thrifty, the Thrift Store, to also visit the growing community of shops in The International Bazaars.
237 Años de Historia - En el Museo Nacional de los Marines A pesar de ser un hito en Triangle, Virginia que los automovilistas ven a su paso por los ultimos seis años, algunas personas todavía tienen que visitar esta estructura metálica apuntando hacia el cielo en la Interestatal-95. Este faro imponente de la historia americana es el Museo Nacional del Cuerpo de Marines. Continúa Página 3
Seguridad en Halloween La celebración de Halloween es uno de los muchos recuerdos de la infancia más queridas. Sin embargo, cada año, un gran número de niños se lesionan o mueren en esta noche de disfraces, Continúa Página 8