Faunce Corner Nutrition – brings decades of experience to the weight loss, sports nutrition, and bariatric communities
Faunce Corner Nutrition at 350 Faunce Corner Road, North Dartmouth across the street from VF Factory Outlet.
Are you one of those that hops from one diet to another? Trying any trend possible to trim off some weight? How about simply eating better or living a healthy lifestyle? Are you scheduled for bariatric surgery or have had it done already? Perhaps, you’re an athlete looking to supplement your activities, whether weight training, tennis, soccer or Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Gone are the days when only people who were lifting weights would walk into a nutrition store. The nutrition stores of today bear little resemblance to the one of just a few years ago. In fact, they are altogether different animals.
Marc Kaner (left) started Faunce Corner Nutrition in 1993 while following a passion of his: weight training.
Today, Faunce Corner Nutrition carries a wide variety of products supporting a range of lifestyles that go way beyond weight lifting. Faunce Corner Nutrition is a nutrition store par excellence. It’s like a small supermarket with shelves and rows of protein powders & bars, vitamins, snacks, peanut butter, low calories products and more.
The variety is astounding. One of the great benefits from the nutrition industry broadening its scope beyond weight lifting, means a larger audience. And that translates into more brands, allowing the consumer to participate in a healthier lifestyle regardless of budget. More selections mean you can choose between an affordable product and one that’s higher end, based on your needs. It’s a beautiful thing.
One of the best assets of Faunce Corner Nutrition is the staff. The customer service you get from the staff here is professional and showcases their experience and knowledge. Everyone on the staff is well versed in all of the products, particularly in serving the needs of their bariatric clientele.
Whether it involves sports nutrition, gastric bypass supplements or the Balanced Protein Diet, they not only answer your questions, but more importantly help to educate you on their products. They want to make sure that you receive the right product to meet your needs. There’s a reason they’ve been in business since 1993!
While they have been in business for over 20 years, their combined experience goes well beyond that. I think it’s safe to say that know their trade.
Just some of the astounding variety of snack and protein bars.
One of the services that I find particularly helpful is the pre-packaged Balanced Protein Diet Bundles. They have taken the guess work out of what you need to get your diet started. The Balanced Protein Diet is a self-managed diet plan that is designed combining three regular meals a day and three between meal snacks which are made up of their shakes, puddings, hot and cold drinks, soups, protein bars, snacks and more. Eating six times a day will keep you satisfied and boost your metabolism to help lose the weight.
Just walk in and tell them you want information on the Balanced Protein Diet. They’ll give you a FREE copy of the diet plan and a complete explanation of how it works. The diet plan not only helps you lose weight, but also teaches good eating habits, and you get to see and choose the products that YOU want.
Best of all, the Balanced Protein Diet products are very affordable and your consultation is free – there’s no membership or upfront fees and no appointments are required. Certainly is not an industry standard!
They offer the “Select” plan which comes in 2, 4 and 8 week bundles and their “Elite” plan which is available in 2 and 4 week bundles. There are 1,200 calorie plans for women and 1,500 or 1,800 calorie plans for men. You can also purchase these products individually. They also offer an In-Store special of Buy 5 Get 1 Free on the Balanced Protein Diet line.
The very popular flagship product: The Balanced Protein Diet conveniently packaged in your choice of bundles.
You can even get your products shipped to you, so if you live a fair distance away from North Dartmouth you’ll still have access to the products that Faunce Corner Nutrition carries. They have three websites and they are all simple and easy to use. Purchasing can be done right on the websites and they offer Free Shipping specials as well as In-Store Pickup.
The site also lets you browse their full inventory by category, brand, or manufacturer allowing you to go directly to what you need. Name brands like BSN, Dymatize, Nectar, Celebrate Vitamins and more. All the familiar brands you trust are stocked and they are always adding more.
And YES – if you are trying to put on weight, particularly muscle mass, you will be adequately served. The owner, Marc Kaner and manager John Otero, have been running the business together for almost 19 years. Born and raised in New Bedford, Mr. Kaner started the business in 1993 because of his passion for weight training. This vast experience and knowledge benefits not only those who are training fanatics but also in the weight loss and bariatric community.
You can read their stellar reviews hereand see what other people are saying.
So, whether you want to lose weight, have had bariatric surgery, want to live a healthy lifestyle or seeking sports nutrition, you’ll find a new home with Faunce Corner Nutrition. A professional, knowledgeable world class staff with a choice of products to match. Stop in and ask for John and tell him that Joe sent you!
Faunce Corner Nutrition
350 Faunce Corner Road
North Dartmouth, MA 02747
III Suns – haven that warmly welcomes all those on a spiritual journey
III Suns, 665 Orchard St, New Bedford -(508) 995-3868.
by Donna Duff Amaral
Feeling disconnected? In need of a little recharge? Losing sight of your purpose on this journey of life? III SUNS is everything you need to refresh your mind and spirit!
Immediately upon you walking through the door, you’ll feel yourself enveloped in a warm, inviting energy that creates an environment that comforts and awakens the soul. You will receive a genuine, caring welcome by the proprietress, Donna Duff Amaral.
Donna carries a burning torch of passion by providing a spiritual sanctuary for people from all walks of life. Whether you are Pagan, Christian, Buddhist or Spiritual, III SUNS provides the universal gifts that our souls long for – acceptance, respect and love. III SUNS provides all the tools for your spiritual healing, growth and enhancement, and also provides inspiring and gifted individuals who have open hearts and desires to share their gifts and knowledge for the betterment and enrichment of peoples lives.
III Suns features and eclectic, wide variety of of items across cultures.
If you are in need of spiritual guidance regarding anything from your life purpose to your romantic relationships, in need of spiritual healing, or simply desire to feel more connected to yourself, to society, and to the Earth, III SUNS provides products and services to aid you on your journey.
As you soak up the new dimension resonating respect and love that III SUNS transports you to, you can now browse their array of spiritual products and tools and find exactly what your soul is calling for. You will find all the spiritual books and CD’s you could possibly desire. There is a large assortment of crystals for you to call whatever is lacking into your life or to build a new crystal grid. You will find an incense for every purpose and in every scent.
Admire the eclectic collection of jewelry. Browse the variety of Tarot and Angel cards. Pick up some loose herbs or tea to enhance your spiritual state. Many beautiful products are available to build a personal altar or to remodel your current altar – prayer flags, statuary, salt lamps, orgonite, incense burners and more. You can also find many intuitively gifted individuals specializing in varying areas of spirituality and healing lovingly waiting to provide your spirit with what it is searching for.
You can find intuitive card readers and mediums. Treat your spiritual and physical health with Reiki, Chakra Balancing, Ear Coning, an Herbal consultation or one of the several other services offered. Build and enhance on your spirituality by attending one of the diverse selections of classes and workshops such as Belly Dancing, Developing Mediumship, Basic Herbalism and more.
An energetic, colorful decor is the backdrop to the warm welcome you’ll receive.
If herbs are your thing, come browse Utopia’s Path line available at III SUNS. With over 100 herbs and spices and more than 60 custom herbal blends ranging from teas, bath blends, incenses, smoking blends and herbal supplements; Utopia’s Path is sure to have what you need for body, mind and spirit wellness.
All products are hand-crafted with tender care and geared toward attaining and maintaining a positive state of health. Founder and owner of Utopia’s Path has a vision of providing an herbal route to a well-rounded, healthy lifestyle.
Ruth has a career background in traditional Western medicine and numerous years experience in Eastern medicines. Ruth is a Physician Assistant, College Professor and an herbalist. Ruth is also a Reiki Master and Teachers and holds a Master’s Degree in Metaphysics, as well as a Master’s Degree in Science and a degree in Herbalism.
Ruth explained her philosophy and goals. “What better way to bring about and maintain a positive state of being than with what Mother Nature has provided us Herself! Every herb, spice and blend is infused with loving, healing energy through the form of Reiki. Our goal is to make people feel good from the inside out”
There is a blend to suit your every physical and spiritual need, if there isn’t Utopia’s Path will make it. Utopia’s Path carries medicinal teas for an array of conditions, spiritual teas to bring peace, balance or even love into your life. Bath blends are available to ease joint and muscle pain as well as easing the symptoms of headache and many others.
Herbal supplements available for those looking to boost their immune system, settle an upset stomach, or help you get a restful night’s sleep, just to name a few.
Some of the high quality jewelry you’ll encounter at III Suns.
“Utopia’s Path products have this way of making me feel like I am bringing wellness to my whole being, not just my body. The quality of their products is unsurpassed and for these reasons I am a Utopia’s Path addict.” Erica DeBarros, Duluth, Georgia. Ruth is available for classes, workshops, fairs, events and consults.
The Loon Witch is available inside III SUNS, as well, at The Mystic Room. Though she was too young at the time to understand what she was doing, she received constant validation from friends and neighbors when her predictions would come true. She started working with the Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Cards around the age of 12 and progressed to Tarot at age 18 when she became a more serious student.
These days the Loon Witch is a student of life and a teacher of many subjects. She in an internationally known psychic balancing her passion with the need for a corporate job and time for her family. The Loon Witch offers a variety of readings: Rune, Tarot, Your Name in Rune, Angel, Crystal, Pendulum and Aura Photography. The Loon Witch also offers several healing modalities including: Reiki Master/Teacher in the Usui System of Natural Healing, Crystals – both laying on and grid format and Meditation. The Loon Witch also offers Village Witch Services.
She will make a charm for any needed purpose and guide you in working spells to create your own needed outcome. All charms are worked in the correct moon phase and may contain herbs, crystals, incense or other items. The Loon Witch holds the following credentials:
Ordained Minister – Universal Life Church
Certified Chinese Holistic Therapist – American Institute of Natural Healing
Reiki Master/Teacher in the Usui System of Natural Healing
Member of the American Tarot Association
Member of the Rune Guild
Member of the National Association of Professional Women having been named Woman of the Year 2010-2011
The gifted beings you will find at III SUNS:
LionHeart – Offers intuitive readings, crystals and guided meditations. Available at III SUNS Tuesdays 10a-5p and Wednesdays 10a-2p.
Ladye Morgandy – Offers intuitive readings and a variety of Pagan and Wiccan workshops. Avaialable at III SUNS on Tuesdays 5p-7p.
Ron O’ Berry – Offers intuitive readings, mediumship, shamanic healings, table-tipping and seances. Available at III SUNS Wednesday 2p-5p, Thursday 2p-5p and Friday 10a-4p.
Chris Tarini – Certified Usui Reiki Master/Teacher, Chris has been practicing Reiki for 5 years at III SUNS and is available every Saturday from 12p-5p and hosts the Reiki share the first Monday of every month.
Erica Jayne Clavin – Offers lessons and performances in the beautiful art of Belly Dancing, Erica’s energy and dance is sure to set you soul free.
Andrea DeVeau – Andrea is a certified yoga instructor and offers all levels of Yoga at III SUNS.
Kayla – Offers intuitive readings and is available at III SUNS varying Saturdays and Sundays throughout the month.
Cricketsong – A non-traditional Wiccan Witch that reads the Tarot at III SUNS every Thursday 10-2. She also offers a variety of workshops & classes to individuals interested in spiritual growth and enlightenment.
III Suns
665 Orchard St, New Bedford, Massachusetts.
Phone: (508) 995-3868
E-mail: info@iiisuns.com
Tue: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wed: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thu: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Fri – Sat: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sugar Bear Sweet Shop – bringing delicious cupcakes and cookies to you
Sugar Bear Sweet Shop – gourmet cupcakes and cookies brought to your doorstep!
How would it feel to have mouth watering, moist and delicious gourmet cupcakes brought right to your door for a special occasion? You can have a major event like a birthday, anniversary or corporate meeting, even a wedding…or that “major” event can simply be “I want cupcakes, before I hurt someone.”
Cupcakes are all the rage these days. Gone are the times when you had 3-4 flavors to choose from. Today there are literally hundreds to choose from and when you throw in the option of toppings and fillings, the variety is almost endless.
Not just flavorful, mouth-watering creations, but artistically decorated.
New Bedford based Sugar Bear Sweet Shop is a delivery based business that brings a variety of cupcakes to your doorstep. In addition to offering the classics like chocolate and yellow cake, there is Oreo, Pumpkin, Red Velvet, Orange Creamsicle, lemon raspberry, Heath Bar, Mochaccino and more. There are special flavors just for the holidays. There are even cookies: classic chocolate chip and Nutella chocolate chip. Mmmmmmmm nutella.
Owner and baker Jessica Charon’s passion for making these tasty creations started when she began baking with her mom at a young age for fun. Cupcake mania didn’t manifest itself until early 2012 when her vision for a local sweet shop came to her. She started baking, found she had a knack for it, and has been hooked ever since. She decided to make her love a part of her livelihood and opened a her own business zoned, residential kitchen.
Now her focus is to constantly improve, come up with new, interesting, unique flavor combinations, and top them off with simple, classic, and of course delicious garnishes. She’ll be baking cupcakes for the rest of her life and thankfully she is sharing with the community!
While she has her standard menu of cupcakes, she is constantly coming up with new varieties and original creations – all with the highest quality and freshest ingredients. In fact, if you are the creative type and think you have some original ideas, you can field them to her and see your idea(s) come to life!
How Sugar Bear Sweet Shop works is simple. Take a look at her menu and make your selections – there is a minimum order of $20. Place your order at least two days before you want them to arrive. Then sit back, relax….with the extra time you now have, you can twiddle your thumbs if you want.
“Light, fluffy lemon cake, creamy blueberry frosting, garnished with a fresh blueberry.” Oh boy!
You not only save a boatload of time, so you can focus on preparing other elements for your special occasion, but you can have confidence that you will have a household (or yard-full) of happy, happy guests. I can personally attest to destroying some of Sugar Bear’s Mochaccino and Red Velvet cupcakes in my day. Well, maybe more than some. OK, OK, a lot of them, geez.
My biggest pet peeve is a cupcake that is in essence a sponge topped with a sugar icing where flavor seems to be an afterthought. The sponge sucks every drop of moisture from your mouth and the sugary icing spikes my blood sugar into the stratosphere. The sugar hides either a poor quality cake or low level baking. Same with cupcakes that are trying to get a “Wow!” factor with its sheer, massive size.
With Sugar Bear it is quality. About freshness. About flavor profiles. Every cupcake I have eaten has been moist and rich. The icing clearly has the flavor profile in mind and the proper amount of sweetness from the sugar. The proverbial icing (and pun) on the cake is that they are gorgeously decorated. All these combine into Sugar Bear’s version of the “Wow!” factor. The sight, aroma and flavor and not the size and amount of sugar. These are the Rolls Royce of cupcakes!
These “turkey” cupcakes are a conversation piece and a kid favorite at any Thanksgiving feast!
Jessica chose New Bedford to base her business in spite of the fact that she has lived as far away as Los Angeles. She has returned to her roots, because she feels that the city she loves has a lot of potential and is striving to reach it. She is steeped deeply in the local community and helps out a number of local causes. From now to the end of the year she is running a promotion with local charities: 10% of Sugar Bear sales will be donated to New Bedford charities and people will be able to make additional donations through the Sugar Bear website.
What we have with Sugar Bear Sweet shop is a local whose passion for baking cupcakes and cookies translates into a benefit for foodies and those with a sweet tooth. The delivery option is a genuine convenience that is a practical element when planning major events that have many spinning parts. A relief actually! Take a load off and consider Jessica and Sugar Bear Sweet Shop.
For more reviews and testimonials, you can check out Sugar Bear’s perfect 5 stars out of 5 stars review on Facebook. However, there is no better way than to sample Jessica’s delicacies for yourself!
Click to go directly to Sugar Bear’s menu
Sugar Bear Sweet Shop
Email: info@sugarbearsweetshop.com
Phone: (508) 322-1441 Delivery is available to New Bedford, Dartmouth, Acushnet, Fairhaven, Mattapoisett, Marion, and Rochester.
Ming Sushi features the best Japanese cuisine has to offer: sushi, hibachi, teriyaki and more
This is a REAL image from Ming Sushi. Not stock. Not photoshopped. No one is looking – go ahead: drool.
Being a fanatic foodie, I have a top ten list of restaurants that I feel I must eat at once a week or minimum, a few times a month or life feels like it’s missing something. There’s a hole in my food soul.
Hey, we all have our vices. One of mine is the total dining experience – being around the best people in my circle, at a local eatery with a warm, professional staff, and succumbing to heavenly aromas, gorgeous presentations, and mouth watering fare. Hopefully, there’s some wine in the mix somewhere.
You can sit in the main dining area, or right up close at the sushi bar and watch the masters at work!
It’s rather difficult these days – uncommon at least – to find a place that is a perfect “storm” of these elements. When I have a superlative dining experiences, I have the intention to visit these places as often as possible, like visiting a loyal, old friend. I enjoy the banter that comes with being a frequent, regular customer and I particularly enjoy feeling like I’m valued for it.
Recently opened Ming Sushi on 774 Purchase Street in downtown New Bedford is exactly one of these places. An eatery where you will have a total dining experience – with all the sights, sounds, aromas that you would expect from one of the best. The owners are husband and wife Kexi and Mei Chen, Mei’s sister-in-law Miya Lin and brother-in-law Jia Lin making Ming Sushi a family-owned business. To say I was excited when I heard a sushi place was opening up downtown is an understatement. Actually, my excitement was accompanied with suspicion.
You see, some people take politics or religion quite seriously. Others place tattoo collecting, activities with adrenaline rushes, or their wine on a high pedestal. Me? I take sushi very seriously. The art and science of making sushi is itself a serious endeavor. It takes 10 years or more to even get to the point where you can serve sushi and in fact, one’s first 3 years as an apprentice is spent making rice. Just rice.
Two of the owners and sisters, Miya and Mei, always with a warm welcome!
So each plate isn’t just about how stunning the display is. Each mouthful isn’t just about the delicious factor. Each bite is about an experience. You are tasting a piece of sushi that at a minimum took a decade to reach your mouth.
I say this with complete and total zeal: Ming Sushi is one of the finest sushi establishments on planet earth. Don’t be fooled by the fact that they have an “All You Can Eat” offering? The sushi that you receive is as good as anywhere I have ever been – and I’ve tried it all over the world. Any hardcore sushi-head can tell you from the first bite how fresh the seafood is, how perfectly cooked and moist the rice is – and at the end of the day, how darn delicious it is.
This is New Bedford, one of the top seafood ports on the planet – there should have been a sushi eatery in the heart of downtown a long time ago. On top of that, the seafood should ALWAYS be served fresh. There is no excuse for serving processed seafood – like many places do. Ming Sushi serves the freshest and that makes a huge difference is taste.
Moreover, I’d like to add that this goes far beyond sushi. In spite of the name, Ming Sushi has a full menuof “non-raw” items:
Tempura – vegetables or seafood battered and deep fried, served with various sauces.
Hibachi – grilled meats served with mixed vegetables, fried or white rice with Miso soup and salad.
Teriyaki – meats or vegetables covered in a sweet, salty sauce and served with Miso Soup, and fried or white rice.
Katsu – breaded, deep fried chicken cutlet served with a tangy, sweet, flavorful sauce.
Udon noodle – thick wheat noodles served pan fried or hot pot style, served with Miso soup or salad.
Bento Box – A full lunch “box” of katsu, teriyaki, or hibachi meat (chicken, beef, shrimp, salmon) or vegetables served with soup, salad, California Roll, Spring Roll, fried or white rice.
In addition they have Miso soup, fried rice, jalapeno poppers tempura, and more. Gyoza (dumplings), spring rolls, and eight types of salad round out the menu. So that means if you are a sushi junkie, like me, yet have some friends who are more reserved in their dining habits, you don’t have to leave them in the dust and eat without them.
A LOT of happy people!
There is a wide variety of appetizers, and of course you can order your sushi a la carte. These options are available for lunch or dinner or just any old time. The popular “All You Can Eat” lunch is $14.95 (7-12 years old – $7.99, 3-6 years – $3.99) and the dinner service is $19.95 (7-12 years old – $10.99, 3-6 years – $4.99)
Ming Sushi is a place that takes your dining experience seriously. Here is a restaurant that in less than a year’s time has made my top ten list. If online testimonials (45 – 5 star reviews out of 50) won’t convince you, take a walk by Ming Sushi and see how packed the place is!
I love that Ming Sushi is a family owned business and it certainly has that “vibe.” When I asked Mei what attracted her to New Bedford she stated, “New Bedford was our first pick – we love the downtown area because it is full of historic architecture and we think New Bedford has a lot of potential. We wanted to add something new, something fantastic and thought Japanese food would add more variety to this city!”
Ming Sushi just does Japanese perfectly. I look forward to seeing the sister’s smiling faces on a regular basis. Mmmmmm….I’m getting hungry. Time for some Teriyaki steak. I’ll see you there!
One of Ming Sushi’s artistic presentations.
Ming Sushi
774 Purchase St
New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740 Phone: (508) 999-1113 Email: mingsushima@gmail.com *Reservations are appreciated and necessary if the party is over 6
Monday – Thursday: 11am-9:30pm
Friday -Saturday: 11am- 10:30 pm
Sunday: Closed
Holidays: 11am- 9:30pm (dinner served all day)
Evo Systems – Greater New Bedford’s ace computer service guys
Evo Systems, LLC is located at 1 Chace Rd. Unit 9, East Freetown. Phone: 774.202.2869.
In this day and age, a vast number of the population utilizes and relies heavily upon technology. We are more “connected” than ever and the demand does not seem to be slowing down one…megabyte…er, iota.
Our smart-phones, tablets and computers keep us instantly connected with friends and family – and maintain our businesses. We find out the latest news about our neighborhood, country or beyond. We get updates on the most recent scientific discoveries as they happen and access to our databases, inventory and general ledgers. Our devices are store-houses of photo albums of our fondest memories. We record the important people in our lives, momentous events, places we’ve been to and eaten at, selfies, etc.
Marcus hard at work resolving a customer’s hardware problem.
So it goes without saying, having those devices “down,” inoperable, or not functioning at their best, puts a real damper on things. Getting a BSOD (Blue Screen of Death), malware, virus, or having a device that is unresponsive or moves at a snail’s pace is a real bummer. Life stalls, and we want to get back on track as soon as possible.
Because of the importance of these devices and the role they play in everyday life, wouldn’t it be nice to have a go-to guy that knows exactly what the problem is when they arise and then repairs it quickly? Imagine someone who can finish your sentence as you are describing your issue. Someone that not only does that, but tells you right then and there that they not only know what the problem is, but know how to fix it and when you can come back and get your device.
We use a lot of technology in this day and age. Even an hour without one of our devices is a serious hit. It’s one we can’t afford. We need someone that we can trust our data with, that will get us back up and running as fast as possible, and without breaking the bank.
Evo Systems is the area’s premier computer repair and maintenance facility. Josh, Joe, Matt, and Marcus are the guys to trust to get the freight train back on track. They consistently handle the worst that you can throw at them and it’s obvious they have something personal with technological breakdowns. They see each one of our problems as a personal attack! They often joke about having something that can give them a genuine challenge, perhaps something they haven’t heard about yet.
“If you are not satisfied with our work, you don’t pay! That is their promise to our valued customers.”
While often they know straight away what the problem likely is, to be on the safe side, they run a full diagnostics overnight- which is ALWAYS free. Then they give you a call back telling you everything that they found, ask what it is that you want to do, and let you know how much it will be. You can then ask any questions you might have, give them consent to do the work, or say “No.” that you don’t want the work done. You don’t pay until you pick it up.
Josh, Joe, Matt, and Marcus are not just the employees, but they are the owners. We all know that it’s difficult to find really good staff – people who will be as passionate about the business as the owner is. What you get at Evo is that same passion and eagerness. They thoroughly understand how important each and every customer that walks through the door is.
They have such confidence in what they do that all of their services are guaranteed and their parts are warrantied. Combined they have over a half century of experience, and everyone is at a minimum is A+ certified, some have even more accreditation.
One of the points that they emphasized over and again is that it is best to be preventative about our technology. Don’t wait until the device completely stops working to bring it in. Regular maintenance – at least one a year – often turns out to be a wise decision, and one that ultimately costs you less. Get regular system tune-ups to catch a virus before it does real damage, close up security gaps that could lead to identity theft or data corruption/loss.
Ironically, this piece of advice is a proverbial “shooting oneself in the foot.” The guys at Evo Systems stand to make more money by repairing your defunct devices as opposed to cleaning and maintaining it at a cheaper rate.
The diagnostics area where all the magic happens.
In addition to offering state of the art computer diagnostics, virus and malware removal, system tune-ups, Evo Systems have new and refurbished notebook computers and desktops, and plenty of accessories. So you can not only get your computers repaired, but you can purchase some extras.
They are quite adept at upgrading hardware, doing full custom computer builds, do full security review and protection, networking design, maintenance and installation, and much, much more. Want to know more about what Evo Systems does? Go here for a full list of their services.
Evo Systems are also proud to give back to their community and are supporters of Youth Build and the Schwartz Center For Children.
If you have a computer that just seems to hate you and refuses to co-operate, need IT solutions for your business, feel you have a computer virus, or just genuinely stumped – give Evo Systems a call, so you can say goodbye to those computer blues!
Diamond In The RUFF Grooming, Spa & Daycare doles out love, care and the royal treatment to our best friends!
Owner Kelli Tomlinson’s sheer passion for animals, led her to open Diamond in the RUFF Grooming Spa & Daycare at 111 Middle Rd, Acushnet, Massachusetts 02743. Open Mon – Sat: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm.
We all have our days when the world has beaten us down and we could use a little boost. A slice of happiness, a dose of pampering, or some kind and gentle encouragement. OK, perhaps a heaping, mountain sized amount of them! We all understand the benefits of getting “the treatment” – some good old fashioned loving, that lifts the spirit and keeps us walking on cloud nine for days.
Our best friends – nay our family – in the form of our dogs are no different! Our sidekicks, partners in crime, or left-hand pals are susceptible to stress and can be adversely affected by it, just as we are. Whether an introduction of a new pet to the household, a relocation, perhaps an accident that led to injury any something else. There are a whole host of reasons and an animal can be stressed and need a little tender loving care.
And just like us – we simply don’t need a reason for some pampering!
Diamond in the Ruff=happy dogs!!!
Regardless whether you have a reason or not, when we want to take care of our furry friends we won’t trust them with just anyone. After all, our pets are family and we wouldn’t leave a family member in the hands of someone we felt uneasy about. Enter Diamond in the RUFF, a full service dog grooming, spa and doggy daycare in Acushnet, MA and its owner Kelli Tomlinson.
Though born in New Bedford, Tomlinson grew up in Acushnet. Greater New Bedford is where her heart is. She has a bonafide love for animals and was determined to find a way to be around them as much as possible. What better way than to make a career out of it and start your own business?!
Originally begun out of her garage, it grew into a labor of love and a full blown career. A direction she couldn’t be happier with. “A defining moment for me was when I realized while playing with a daycare group and having a good time, I thought to myself ‘WOW! I am really doing what I love. PUPPIES!!!'” began Tomlinson enthusiastically. “I enjoy getting up every day and going to work. They say choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life. Well that about sums up my life!”
Both Tomlinson and sister, pet stylist and trainer, Kaitlyn Correia have dreamt about this since they were little gals. From the moment you walk into the salon they are committed to giving you and your dog personalized attention and affection. Spot, Fido or Rover (do these names even exist for dogs any more?) will receive a thorough pampering. Rex will really feel like a king and Prince will really feel like a prince! This is the sort of passion that translates into something special and something special is exactly what Diamond In the Ruff has going on.
Your best friend doesn’t have to be as cute as this guy to be warmly welcomed!
When Diamond In The RUFF says they are a full-service salon, they mean it. What types of services are offered? (Each title is a link to more info!)
Doggy Daycare: Indoor agility course, living room themed lounge area for relaxation and socialization, exercise walks outdoors, one on one attention, and play activities. New features and activities are added and changed all the time, to keep your best friend mentally stimulated.
Spa Services: Nail trim, soft claws application, plaque removal, teeth brushing, a shampoo and condition, dry skin/full oatmeal treatment, de-shedding shampoo & condition, Blueberry or Oatmeal facial, de-matting, trim to face, feet or fanny, and paw treatment.
Salon: Diamond in the Ruff utilizes the HydroSurge® bathing system. If you are unfamiliar with it, it is a specialized pet bathing systems that professional groomers and veterinarians use. Originally invented to be forceful enough to get medicated shampoos deep into a dog’s fur, or to the skin. What was discovered was that the dog’s felt like they were getting a massage and absolutely loved it!
In addition to these world-class services there is a salon boutique stocked with high quality leads, leashes, collars, harnesses, vitamins, fragrances, natural flea and tick treatments, Advantix (single doses), hot spot and skin disorder treatments.
Kelli’s nephew Jack washing his dog Kato.
As you can tell, just about everything that your dog could possibly need or want outside of surgery is covered. Most importantly, at an affordable – not outrageous – price. If you are a pet owner like myself, and have shopped around I’m pretty sure that you will be shocked at how affordable.
Diamond in the Ruff is conveniently located, has plenty of street parking and a parking lot and open Monday through Saturday from 9:00am-6:00pm. Every time I’ve gone, I’ve been warmly greeted within seconds. If you are looking for a professional, safe, secure place for doggy daycare or grooming you would be pleasantly surprised that there is a superlative facility right in your own backyard! If you’re still not convinced you can check out their reviews which is currently a perfect 5 stars, or their puptorials which are pictures of happy customers.
To celebrate their grand opening there will be a huge celebration on Sunday, October 12th, from 11:00am-4:00pm. There will be a visit from Minnie and Mickey Mouse, face painting, a dog Halloween costume contest, Wicked Kickin’ Savory Cheesecakes, bouncy house, raffles and more!
Carter’s Clothing & Footwear vs Nike: Big Bully Business
Carter’s Clothing & Footwear: 55 William Street, New Bedford (508-993-8221) and 288 Plymouth Avenue, Fall River (508-678-5333)
By Jenny Lee Paiva
I’m willing to bet that more than half of our readers felt the peril of the Market Basket saga. You may have had to drive out of the way and pay a heck of a lot more at big chain stores rather than getting “more for your dollar,” as the family -owned supermarket boasts. We’ve certainly seen the consequences as consumers, with bare shelves and a legal battle lasting more than a month.
So what does this possibly have to do with Carters Clothing & Footwear vs Nike?
Well, it’s about small business and big corporate bullies. It’s about families and communities. Whether a consumer or a producer, it’s about appreciating those who have invested time and money into your product or cause. It’s about a sense of localism; communities coming together in support of small business. Most importantly, it’s about honoring the loyalty of those who have helped build a brand from the start.
By now, you may have heard that Carter’s Clothing & Footwear, a longtime staple of South Coast economy, lost their account with the billion-dollar bully, Nike.
In March of 2013, Nike sent a letter stating they would no longer distribute their product to Carters as of June 30th, 2013, giving the Carter family just three months’ notice. Nike demanded that Carters pay the full balance in advance, a stark contrast to a line of credit that the Carters were accustomed to and had always paid on time.
Carters has been serving the urban communities of Fall River and New Bedford, MA since 1947, with three generations of family owners.
The Carters contacted Nike immediately requesting a balance due but Nike would not respond or confirm a balance for future orders, and within a couple of weeks, Nike locked the Carters out of their online account. Heeding Nike’s warning, the Carters took the initiative of printing up and sifting through all Nike invoices, and in just ten days had the burden of advancing $160,000 to Nike to ensure all orders were paid in full through September 30th.
Nike’s actions were painfully shocking since the mom-and-pop clothing and footwear store maintained a good standing business account for over 30 years with Nike. Nike merchandise accounted for a sizable amount of Carters Clothing & Footwear business revenue.
Carters has been serving the urban communities of Fall River and New Bedford, MA since 1947, with three generations of family owners. Loyal customers appreciate shopping one of the largest sneaker selections in the area and praise Carter’s staff for friendly customer service. Nike’s drastic policy change has put this family-owned company in a financially tenuous spot, and thus, with respect to their reputation and promise to their customers, the Carter family demands answers.
I had the opportunity to sit down one-on-one with Kevin Carter, third generation store owner and manager, who shared with me details and family thoughts on their current legal battle with Nike. “We want answers, and our day in court,” he said.
The Carter family wants to know Nike’s motive behind terminating their account with no warning, after 30 loyal years. “At first, we thought it was a mistake. We immediately sent over emails and made phone calls, but no response.” Kevin explained that Carters Clothing has evolved right along with Nike, before the big brand lost their loyalty to the small businesses roots that built its brand from the start.
Interestingly enough, Carters Clothing was not the only mom and pops shop that received a termination letter from Nike.
Carter’s isn’t just a clothing store!
According to Carter’s attorney, Adrienne Catherine Beauregard-Rheaume, news reports out of New Jersey and Philadelphia have revealed that Nike sent several identical letters to numerous small businesses across the eastern seaboard of the United States. Reportedly, several mom and pop stores were facing closure due to their dropped Nike accounts.
“Though we haven’t heard of any stores in the Midwest or West Coast having been effected, according to news reports overseas, Nike is now refusing to sell to small sports shops in the United Kingdom, limiting its distribution to the chain stores,” said Beauregard.
Nike is arguing that these stores have to bring their fight to Oregon if they want to challenge Nike’s actions and it is certainly concerning that Nike seems to have only focused their efforts thus far on retailers on the opposite side of the country and overseas.
But Nike claims it’s all under contract, stating in their March 15th, 2013 termination letter, “By this letter, NIKE provides you with formal notice, effective June 30th, 2013 (the “Termination Date”) that it is exercising the right to terminate your account(s).”
Since many mom and pop stores also built their business around the Nike brand, naturally, the insufficient amount of warning time Nike gave to find another product to replace their merchandise was baffling.
CBS Eyewitness News conducted a closer investigation of Nike’s actions, reporting the same unexpected termination letter was sent to small business owner Keith Sherman, manager of Real McCoy Sports in Olney Philadelphia. Sherman argues that Nike has forgotten its roots; “I mean, us, the hood…We built that, we built Nike. We helped that brand get up there and this is what we get in return?”
Is Nike targeting small businesses? On what legal terms?
Carter’s doesn’t have a chain feel and retains its “mom & pop” feel!
“We weren’t the only small business being targeted. There are so many other businesses that we found out about right away,” said Kevin Carter.
The Carter family’s legal quest revealed at least ten more small businesses with dropped Nike accounts, including 23- year- old Shoe Plus Athletic Footwear of Princeton, Philadelphia, 44- year- old Index #1 of Queens, New York, and 50- year -old Alpha & Omega Shoe of Roxbury, MA.
As a result of this move by Nike, many long standing community stores were closed down for good. Family owners were forced to forfeit their hard earned businesses after years of loyalty to the Nike brand. In the event that Nike is targeting small businesses in favor of big retailers like Footlocker, the question remains whether they can legally discontinue Carters account without proper warning.
“The legal fight is about whether Nike can pull the rug out from under the Carters after a 30 year relationship that gave rise to a contract through their course of dealing, among others,” said Beauregard.
Still in search of answers, and now under the legal guidance of attorney Philip N. Beauregard and Adrienne Beauregard, of the law firm Beauregard, Burke & Franco, the Carters filed a lawsuit against Nike on June 7th, just three months after receiving the original termination letter.
The lawsuit accused Nike of a breach in contract and unfair and deceptive trade practices, and asked that the Carter account be reinstated so that they can continue selling Nike products to their customers.
“The Carters have a very strong, local customer base that didn’t make that trek out to the big box stores on Route 6 for their sneakers, they came to downtown New Bedford and gave their business to this small family business that has been operating here for more than a half century,” said Beauregard.
When I asked Beauregard what she thought Nike’s motive was, she said her firm’s attempts to get a court to force Nike to reveal their motive have been stymied by a so called “contract clause” printed in 8 point font on the back of a merchandise purchase invoice.
Carter’s has been serving the community for decades.
Since Nike was such a big part of the Carters’ business and they built their stores around the product, the question of Nike’s motive to terminate their account still remains a perplexing mystery. “There is no way to know at this point what Nike’s motive was, because it refuses to answer that question,” she said.
Nike immediately responded to Carters lawsuit filing a motion to dismiss, claiming that according to this “implied contract clause,” the case can only be heard in Oregon, where Nike’s headquarters are located.
“It seems Nike is writing their own rules,” said owner Kevin Carter. “We want to see the proof. Where’s the agreement they claim that we signed and agreed to?”
Given the amount of small businesses terminated, along with alleged statements Nike made to stores in the United Kingdom, there’s reason to believe that perhaps Nike has decided to only sell to big box stores.
“That kind of discrimination is not right, and it’s not legal,” said Beauregard.
News of the Carter vs Nike lawsuit made local headlines suggesting the Carter’s legal battle with a major corporate brand like Nike was another case of David & Goliath, causing many loyal customer concerns.
For example, a Sport-Law online article written by Benjamin Haynes, proposed, “It’s hard to imagine this small family operated store surviving without such a brand. It’s safe to assume that Carters main reason for wanting to exercise its notice right is to allow the small business adequate time to pursue another contract.”
However, Nike merchandise only accounts for a portion of sales—not nearly enough for the hard working family to close up shop. Although many fellow small business owners seemed hopeless in pursuing a legal battle with the heavy weight Nike brand, the Carter family is fighting for fair business practices, demanding answers on behalf of all mom and pop stores.
Small businesses are the heart of their communities.
Carters Clothing & Footwear is a very well-known and respected store, contributing to the economic development of the Fall River and New Bedford communities, employing roughly 20 workers, from part time college students to long term friendly faces. Loyal customers appreciate the welcoming feeling of the mom-and-pop shop. Carter’s sells award winning Townwear apparel, donating a portion of all sales to the Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Bedford, aimed at helping keep kids off the streets and in healthy peer groups.
In a 2014 letter from the US Small Business Administration, Seth A Goddall, New England Regional Administrator wrote; “Small businesses are the backbone of the Massachusetts economy. The Commonwealth’s 607,000 small businesses employ more than 1.4 million workers and are the pulse of the state’s downtowns and communities. Many of these businesses are owned and operated by your neighbors, friends, and families.”
Nike’s motive to terminate their long term, good standing account is still unknown. According to attorney Beauregard, if Nike can get away with cutting out the mom and pops shops, it won’t just be the Carters that are affected, but consumers and all small business owners will suffer as well.
“All small businesses will become vulnerable to the distributors who decide it’s better for their bottom line to only sell to big retailers. The landscape of business in America could, in our lifetime, be limited to the Wal-Marts and Targets of the world. I’m concerned for the consumer, and I’m concerned for the small business owners who will be totally shut out of competition,” she said.
Despite the legal fees and unanswered questions, the Carter family remains optimistic.
SUPPORT LOCAL!!!)
“For now, it’s just a waiting game,” Carter said.
It’s no wonder the Carter family wants their voice to be heard. They deserve their day in court to defend the rights of fair business practices in the name of all mom-and-pop businesses who were bullied by Nike.
“Nike’s insistence that the Carters bring suit in Oregon – while Nike itself has no problem using the courts of Massachusetts to sue retailers here when it feels it has been legally wronged – may very well rob the Carters of their day in court. Nike should have to answer for this behavior,” said Beauregard.
Nike is a corporate giant, silently severing ties with the little guys who helped build their brand from the start. These are billion dollar businesses- bullies forcing families to forfeit their companies- crushing their family legacy.
What can be done to put an end to similar Carters Clothing and Market Basket cases?
Let’s take a look at the positive side of the Market Basket mayhem; employees and customers protested and refused to work, despite taking a chance on losing their primary income. They were holding onto hope for fair and just business practices. The demonstration proved one thing; we are better in numbers.
While there’s a current trend of Cash Mobs, small business activists organizing community protests and boycotting big brands, there’s something a little less drastic that you can do to help.
Keep on supporting your local businesses who support your community.
Shop local and get to know your neighbors and their families who live to provide goods and services that help stimulate the local economy.
Know that Carters Clothing won’t be closing their doors. In fact, they’ve already refreshed current brands like Reebok, Fila, Champion, Timberland, Supra, New Balance and many more quality clothing and footwear merchandise. Both Fall River and New Bedford locations will continue to stay stocked with Carter’s promise, “Clothes that fit your lifestyle.”
“We are going to keep doing what we’ve done since 1947, focusing on customer service,” said Carter.
In the meantime, Beauregard says her firm has been contacted directly by attorneys for four other retailers and lawmakers in Oregon have also reached out, concerned about what Nike is doing in their own back yard.
“I do hope that the other retailers who have been wronged here have the strength and resilience that the Carters have to fight to stay in business,” she said.
There is no set court date for the appeal yet; briefs are due this fall and a hearing will be scheduled after the briefs are filed.
Whaling City Glass – Smoke Shop located at 634 Pleasant St, New Bedford: 508.717.4207.
Pipe smoking is a centuries long tradition practiced over most of the known world. The first Europeans to arrive in the New World came upon Amerindians smoking bowls of packed tobacco. While they typically used the pipes for ceremonies, Europeans quickly took to the activity, albeit making it a leisurely one.
In today’s day and age, millions of people all over the world are smoke enthusiasts and a large number right here on the South Coast are joining their ranks! Whether in groups or solo, enjoying a relaxing smoke is a fantastic way to unwind. Because it is becoming an increasingly popular activity, a number of shops have begun to spring up in greater New Bedford. One of the shops that sets itself from the pack is Pleasant Street’s Whaling City Glass.
All your standard glass pies AND some pretty unique, artistic pieces!
What makes Whaling City Glass unique is their high quality, handcrafted glass pieces – proudly made in the U.S.A. – and some of the friendliest service you’ll experience at any downtown business. The name Whaling City Glass tells you about the passion and love the shop manager Steve Tomasik has for the city – one that is known on the South Coast for its art. They are serious smoke enthusiasts that felt there was a glut of poorly made, imported pieces on the market. People were happy to pay less, but not happy to pay again and again for shoddy pieces that broke easily.
While Whaling City Glass has a full selection of affordable smoking pipes, vaporizers, and accessories, they proudly stock legitimate pieces of art. Unique. One-of-a-kind. You’ll be the only person on earth with one of their unique pieces! Don’t be fooled though: these conversation pieces are genuine, practical pieces of art. While they could easily brighten up your home on the mantle or shelf, they will be much happier when put to use. The difference with these pieces of art, is that they can take daily, regular use and even a little abuse – as the salesperson confidently demonstrated by powerfully and loudly rapping one of the pipes against the counter-top.
Point made.
On my very first visit, I was immediately drawn to the massive, brightly painted mural that took up one complete wall. Clearly, a big supporter of the local art community. I had intended to browse quickly and leave. However, Steve struck up conversation and that easily and effortlessly turned into 15 minutes. Steve, by the way knows these products very well – he’s also a glass blower. When someone has a passion about something, it really doesn’t matter what it is they are discussing. You’ll become interested. It’s infectious.
Grab a handcrafted, one-of-a-kind glass pieces made in the good ‘ol USA!
Not only does the art vibe of Whaling City Glass set a relaxing, “cool” atmosphere, but the friendly, knowledgeable no-pressure staff makes you feel right at home. No one was there to sell me what I didn’t want. Steve made it a point to tell me, that if he doesn’t have what I want, he won’t convince me to purchase something else as most salespeople would. He’ll find it for me. No debate. No hassle. No pressure.
On subsequent visits, there was a reliable consistency. Same friendly people, same relaxing atmosphere. The only things new were some new specialty items! In addition to the array of pipes, there were hoodies and quite a few hemp based massage oils, lotions and candles.
So if you want to join smoke enthusiasts like Albert Einstein, Beethoven, Ernest Hemingway and their ilk, head down to Whaling City Glass and ask for Steve. You’ll be on your way to an experience as unique as the fine pieces of glass that they offer!
Whaling City Glass
634 Pleasant St
New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740 Phone: (508) 717-4207
Mon – Thu: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Fri – Sat: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Large mural on in the interior of Whaling City Glass.
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FIERCE Dance Academy offering professional dance and fitness in Fairhaven
Have you or your child been considering taking up dance or gymnastics? But when you start shopping around the rates leave you gasping for air – dashing all hopes away? Would you like to be able to experience dance forms like Ballet, Contemporary, Tap, Hip Hop, Jazz and more at a high level, for an affordable rate? Impossible, you say?
What if I told you that there is a dance studio in greater New Bedford that offers almost a dozen forms of dance, gymnastics and Circus Hoop for only $75 a month? You’d probably be shocked. Well, what if I told you that the price gives you UNLIMITED classes? You’d probably call me a liar – but it’s true!
FIERCE caters to the unique style of every child!
FIERCE Dance Academy is a family run dance studio – owned and operated by the Shuman family, including their dancing kids: Ana Raquel & Samuel. They want to share their decades of rewarding experiences in dance with you and your family in a fun, safe, and affordable way. Their passion for movement as art, fun, health & fitness is certainly contagious as they have had tremendous success in the last three year’s time, leading them to expand their facility, with over 3000sf of studio space!
FIERCE Dance Academy offers dance classes for leisure, fun and competition. They will infect you with their energy, dedication, and love for dance. They also encourage children to be themselves, and cater to sassy attitudes! They want to drive home the point that dance is as healthy for the body as it is for the soul, without breaking the bank! A form of expression. A method of personal growth. A way to enrich one’s life through the art of dance.
So what forms of dance do they offer? Tap, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Ballet, Pointe, Contemporary, Modern, Ballroom, Jazz, Circus Hoop and Gymnastics/Acro. I think that covers almost everything and everyone!
In addition, they offer parent’s classes (including adult beginner tap), a variety of Yoga, Zumba & Cize. The fitness classes are timed so that instead of sitting there while your son or daughter is dancing their hearts out, you burn some calories of your own! No excuses now!
Zumba certified instructor Corymar will push you to your limits and keep your pulse up with the intense popular Zumba – “A fun and aerobic fitness program featuring movements inspired by various styles of Latin American dance.” Classes are only $5.
Cize is Shaun T’s newest, intense dance fitness program. Led by Patrick, you’ll have so much fun challenging yourself to master the dance choreography during this 1 hour session that you won’t even realize you are getting a great cardio workout. CIZE truly is “The end of exercize.” Classes are only $5.
They also offer yoga, which is led by Melissa. “Yoga is a spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practiced for health and relaxation”. Workshops are offered throughout the year.
“Kids” of all ages can dance their hearts out with over 9 forms of dance to choose from!
FIERCE Dance Academy offers a variety of dances so that regardless or your age, there is something you can enjoy. Whether you are 3 or 30, or older you can find a home at this dance studio! If you need one more reason to check them out, FIERCE Dance Academy is hosting an open house on Sunday, August 21 from 11:00am-2:00pm. They will be holding open classes and FREE registration during this event which will highlight their expansion and new classes offered. There will be door prizes and a free backpack with registration, while supplies last!
FIERCE is not only the name of the Dance Studio but an acronym that stands for Fun, Innovative, Energetic, Respectful, Competitive, and Expressive. All values that the family exemplifies and feels are important to transfer to all dancers. They do this not only through professional, world-class instruction, but even going as far as encouraging and rewarding the kids for their achievement and good grades in school!
If you are the type of person who wants to go beyond leisure, fun and health and want to foray into competitive dance, they’ve got you covered. “Dancers who possess the dedication and competitive drive are encouraged to join the competition team where a strong team spirit is developed”, says Kristen Geary, Assistant Director at FIERCE, who has been teaching dance 15+ years.
In three year’s time FIERCE Dance Academy and its fine instructors have garnered rave reviews which can be read on their Facebook Page. See for yourself what the hoopla is all about – you don’t have to take our word for it. That accounts for something and a tribute to the special something they have going on! Check them out today!
Places To Go: safe, affordable, professional transportation for greater New Bedford!
Places To Go was founded by New Bedford native Ed Pacheco in October 2011
How would it feel to be able to paint the town red with some of your best friends or family and not worry about the driving part? Go to a baseball game, concert or bachelor/bachelorette party? Head to the airport without having to arrange parking or make arrange to be dropped off?
Imagine no stress over traffic. No clamoring to find a designated driver. No arrangements. Just time focused on what’s important: having a good old fashioned time. To memories.
What if I told there is a business dedicated to just that? Right here in New Bedford?
Founded in October of 2011 and managed by New Bedford native Ed Pacheco, Places to Go, LLC is a transportation company that will take you and your group to and from any special event. They will drop you off at T.F. Green airport (Massport Recognized) or at port for the Fast Ferry. At Providence Amtrak Station. Take you and the gals or guys out to celebrate your friend’s last night as an unmarried person. Have an elderly or handicapped friend or family that needs transportation? Done.
Interior of the stylish limovan that seats 8.
Going beyond event that, Places To Go has some rather unique services: they offer some great rates on Tailgate Packages allowing you and the crew to focus all your energy on rooting for the Sox or Patriots. If you are a oenophile like me, they will take you up and down the local wine trails, letting you sample the region’s best wines on their premises. They are one of the sponsors of the Dunkin Donuts center and get great deals on select family venues there and also at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Rhode Island. Stay tuned to their special rates page to keep updated!
They offer all of these services throughout New Bedford, Dartmouth, Acushnet, Fairhaven and Providence, RI. Best of all is that they do it in style. The fleet of vehicles includes a number of 6 passenger caravans, a 7 passenger van, and a 10 passenger van – dubbed “Big Manny” in honor of Pacheco’s grandfather – which has been converted into a luxurious limovan that will make you feel like you feel like you are in an episode of Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous! It has a large-screen TV, Blu-Ray player, bar, coffee maker and more amenities! Currently you can enjoy 3 hours in their limovan (holds 8 people) for only $225!
Mr. Pacheco’s 15 years experience in the management and healthcare industries means you get professional, organized, and thorough service that trickles down to his staff. All the drivers are not only CPR certified, but go through a rigorous interview process: background and reference checks, a drug screening process, criminal and driving record checks.
The biggest kicker of all, is that you get this fantastic, professional service at a rate that won’t break the wallet or purse. Ed’s affordable rates allow anyone and everyone to enjoy what Places To Go has to offer. Receiving a Places To Go gift certificate from a loved one will of course make it even easier to afford!
Places To Go’s solid, reliable fleet of vehicles.
These factors are directly responsible for the skyrocketing success that Places To Go has experienced in less than 3 years. That sort of thing does not happen by accident. Read some of the many testimonials on the Facebook and website. Great service. Reliable, new vehicles. Backed up with a decade and a half experience at an affordable rate is clearly the recipe for a successful transportation business.
And that is just the beginning of big things, considering Place To Go has intentions of growing even further in the next 1-2 years as part of a strategic growth plan. Important to manager Ed Pacheco is that he gives back to the community that contributed to the success of Places To Go. He regularly gives back with an annual food drive and by supporting local, small businesses – proudly purchasing gas, supplies, and everything else needed to fuel his business right here in New Bedford.
So, if you have places to go and want to do so free of worry, you can have confidence that Places To Go will get you there and back home safely!
Places To Go, LLC
651 Orchard St, New Bedford, 02744
PO Box 87081, South Dartmouth, Massachusetts 02748 Phone: (774) 202-7756 Email: ed_pacheco@placestogosouthcoast.com
Phone Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Sat/Sun: 5:30AM-2:30PM
Holidays: Weekend schedule. ALL calls are returned within 24 hours!
