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Severna Park Businesses

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Chatting with Local Businesses

Chatting with Victoria's Fancy Foods Owner

Patch spoke with Victoria Stagmer about running a business in Severna Park.

The town of Severna Park is full of local businesses that provide great services for the community. In order to get a better sense of the owners and managers behind the businesses, Patch started a new column. Severna Park Patch talks with local business owners about life in Severna Park and how they got their start. This week, Patch spoke with Victoria's Fancy Foods owner Victoria Stagmer. Victoria's Fancy Foods, a gourmet food and specialty wine shop, has been in Severna Park for for five years. Severna Park Patch: What is your favorite part about running a business in Severna Park? Victoria Stagmer: Connecting with the local community and becoming a part of a small town atmosphere. I love being able to greet my clients by name when they …

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

New Sandwich Shop, Marine Contractors Headed to SP

Zarrilli's Steaks and Hoagies Inc., and Arundel Marine Construction Inc., are both under construction inside the building at 513 Baltimore-Annapolis Blvd.

A handwritten sign on the door of the old Severna Park Post Office building announces two new businesses set to open soon. Zarrilli's Steaks and Hoagies Inc., and Arundel Marine Construction Inc., are both under construction inside the building at 513 Baltimore-Annapolis Blvd. The owners of the building could not be reached for comment or for information on when the businesses will open. Arundel Marine Construction Inc. was previously located in Edgewater. The business specializes in erosion control, environmental restoration projects and offers several other services for boat-owners. See their website for more information.

Carrie Hilliard

12:30 pm on Monday, March 11, 2013

Great! We need more sandwich options!   more ›

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Job Postings Around Town: Feb. 27

There are several new job openings in the area, including a bank teller and spa associate in Severna Park.

Looking for a job? Here are the latest job openings in Broadneck, Severna Park,  and Pasadena. To see more information on each job, simply click on the link. Teller (Severna Park) Company: PNC Bank  Duties: As a PNC Teller Banking Representative, you will become the "face of PNC" to our retail branch customers, and gain the satisfaction of meeting customers' needs by providing personable, quick service. Spa Associate (Severna Park) Company: Hand and Stone Spa Duties: The primary responsibilities of a sales associate are to build and maintain customer relationships through excellent service and supporting your team to ensure a successful day.  Public Relations/Marketing Associate (Millersville) Company: KW Flagship Duties:  Competent in the…

Thursday, February 21, 2013

Chatting with Local Businesses

Chatting with Franklin's Toys Owner Jeff Franklin

Patch spoke with Jeff Franklin about running a business in Severna Park.

The town of Severna Park is full of local businesses that provide great services for the community. In order to get a better sense of the owners and managers behind the businesses, Patch is introducing a new column. Severna Park Patch will talk with local business owners about life in Severna Park and how they got their start. This week Patch spoke with Franklin's Toys owner Jeff Franklin. Franklin's Toys has been in business since 1985 and the store itself is a dream destination for kids of all ages. In fact, Franklin's Toys has been around long enough that Franklin says he now sees second-generation customers—adults who used to be kids in the store now shop for kids of their own. Severna Park Patch: What is your favorite part about …

D. Fritz

6:40 pm on Tuesday, March 19, 2013

A true gem. Read this article and made it a point to visit while in SP this past weekend with our three children (6, 7, and 9 years-old). A lovely store full of unique, quality toys. The kids loved it!   more ›

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Chatting with Local Businesses

Chatting with The Big Bean Owner Deb Hoffman

Patch spoke with Deb Hoffman about running a business in Severna Park.

The town of Severna Park is full of local businesses that provide great services for the community. In order to get a better sense of the owners and managers behind the businesses, Patch is introducing a new column. Severna Park Patch will talk with local business owners about life in Severna Park and how they got their start. This week Patch spoke with The Big Bean owner Deb Hoffman. The Big Bean has been in Severna Park for 13 years. The shop itself is well known for its colorful walls and whimsical decorations. Hoffman designed and painted the walls of The Big Bean herself. She said she wanted to make her coffee shop unique. Severna Park Patch: What is your favorite part about running a business in Severna Park? Deb Hoffman: Everyone …

Leslie Brown

9:03 am on Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Deb and her staff do so much more than provide excellent coffee and teas - The Big Bean is where our community seems to come together. My walks with friends on the trail always ends with coffee and conversation at The Big Bean. Deb and The Big Bean support our community and causes. I'm so glad that Patch is doing these "chats." Our small business owners are a big part of what make Severna Park …   more ›

Thursday, January 3, 2013

Chatting with Local Businesses

Chatting with the Owner of Clement Hardware

Patch spoke with Gordon Clement about running a business in Severna Park.

The town of Severna Park is full of local businesses that provide great services for the community. In order to get a better sense of the owners and managers behind the businesses, Patch is introducing a new column. Severna Park Patch will talk with local business owners about life in Severna Park and how they got their start. This week Patch spoke with Clement Hardware owner Gordon Clement. Clement is well known around Severna Park for his generosity. Whether he is donating his time or supplies to assist Superstorm Sandy victims or helping local elementary students raise money Clement is always willing to help others. Clement's parents first opened the hardware store in 1969 and it has been family-run and operated since then. Severna Park…

Hamilton Tyler

9:40 am on Friday, January 4, 2013

Clement's is a great local business and Gordon has done so much for the community. I try to shop at Clement's as opposed to the big box stores whenever possible.   more ›

Friday, December 21, 2012

Sound Off: What Businesses Should Fill Robinson Crossing?

Severna Park Patch readers spoke up on what businesses they would like to see come to Robinson Crossing.

A few weeks ago, Severna Park Patch asked readers what businesses they would like to see fill two vacant storefronts in Robinson Crossing. Inside the Robinson Crossing shopping center, next to the Dollar Tree, are two vacant spaces side-by-side. One of the empty storefronts was once home to Fantastic Sam's hair salon, which closed its doors in the fall. Readers commented on Patch's article on its Facebook Page about some of the businesses they would like to see in Severna Park. Here's a roundup of what they had to say. Of the businesses suggested, which one would you most like to see in Severna Park? Tell us in the comments.

Donna Dannessa

9:31 pm on Friday, December 21, 2012

Trader Joes!! A good healthy restaurant would be fabulous. No chains.   more ›

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Chatting with Local Businesses

Chatting with the Owner of Kirsten’s Cakery

Patch spoke with Kirsten Klein about running a business in Severna Park.

The town of Severna Park is full of local businesses that provide great services for the community. In order to get a better sense of the owners and managers behind the businesses, Patch is introducing a new column. Severna Park Patch will talk with local business owners about life in Severna Park and how they got their start. This week Patch spoke with Kirsten’s Cakery owner Kirsten Klein. Kirsten's Cakery is located in Park Plaza and will have been in business for two years in February. Kirsten grew up in Pasadena near Lake Waterford and attended Chesapeake High School. She got a degree from Notre Dame of Maryland University and moved back to the area to open her business. Severna Park Patch: What is your favorite part about running a …

Friday, December 14, 2012

Chatting with Local Businesses

Chatting with Spark Running Owner Caitlin Burman

Patch spoke with the local store owner about running a business in Severna Park.

The town of Severna Park is full of local businesses that provide great services for the community. In order to get a better sense of the owners and managers behind the businesses, Patch is introducing a new column. Severna Park Patch will talk with local business owners about life in Severna Park and how they got their start. This week Patch spoke with Spark Running owner Caitlin Burman. Spark Running has been located in Park Plaza for just over a year now and provides shoes, clothes and running accessories. Burman went to college at the University of Miami and at first majored in marine biology. She later changed her major to communications and sports administration, which led to Spark Running. Severna Park Patch: What is your favorite …

Maribel Ibrahim

9:46 am on Sunday, December 23, 2012

Spark is a great place to get neat gifts for running enthusiasts! I love the name, which is an awesome play on words, S-Park and the joy you get from running. It's awesome to have a unique specialty shop in the area.   more ›

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Chatting with Local Businesses

Chatting with Breakfast Shoppe Owner Kyle Algaze

Patch spoke with the local restaurant owner about running a business in Severna Park.

The town of Severna Park is full of local businesses that provide great services for the community. In order to get a better sense of the owners and managers behind the businesses, Patch is introducing a new column. Severna Park Patch will talk with local business owners about life in Severna Park and how they got their start. This week Patch spoke with The Breakfast Shoppe owner Kyle Algaze. Kyle Algaze has owned The Breakfast Shoppe with his business partner Jeff Fitchett for 20 years. The restaurant moved to its current location in Park Plaza in June of 2010. Severna Park Patch: What is your favorite part about running a business in Severna Park? Kyle Algaze: It’s a tight-knit community. I like to think that we have put an iron cage …

John Norville

8:06 pm on Thursday, December 13, 2012

Advantage of Breakfast Shoppe is that they serve good food past 11:00 am, when most restaurants stop breakfast then. Disadvantage is that their success often results in long lines spilling out onto sidewalk, with long waits for a table. John N.   more ›

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