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Brian’s Record Option shares tales from quarantine

Written on February 11, 2021. Posted in Arts.

Quarantine is nothing new to Brian Lipsin, who had to close his beloved record shop for nine months in 2018 after a flood destroyed a third of his stock. Lipsin opened his store, Brian’s Record Option, in spring of 1980—over 40 years ago. In that time, his store has faced some challenges: a year of...

During pandemic, Kingston FrameWorks helps artists enter global market

Written on February 5, 2021. Posted in Arts.

Colin Morris, who runs the framing business his father started in 1982, believes COVID-19 has helped rather than hindered artists who sell their work. “You hear a lot of negative news about how this pandemic has hurt artists because galleries had to close—including my own. But what you’re not really...

An inside look into some of Kingston’s Black-owned businesses

Written on September 3, 2020. Posted in Lifestyle.

Each fall, Kingston’s businesses open up their doors to thousands of students who travel back to the city for the school year. If you’re returning to Kingston this fall or arriving for the very first time, it’s the perfect opportunity to get to know some of the city’s local small businesses. As vital...

The Alibi, local Kingston bar, permanently closes its doors

Written on May 28, 2020. Posted in News.

The Alibi, a local Kingston bar, has permanently closed its doors because of the operational challenges associated with COVID-19. Owner Bruce Davis made the announcement on May 17 in a post on The Alibi’s website, in which he referred to COVID-19 as a forest fire approaching Kingston. “I thought about...

The Kingston guide to supporting your local record store

Written on October 4, 2017. Posted in Arts.

Against all odds, your vinyl record collection is having a second wind. Luckily, Kingston supports a small but solid community of physical music vendors to provide you with that warm crackle and pop reserved for vinyl recordings. Physical music creates the opportunity to reach out to your local...

Renting nostalgia

Written on February 4, 2014. Posted in Lifestyle.

The first time I walked in to Classic Video, I was overwhelmed. I hadn’t been to a movie rental store since the Blockbuster near my house had closed down and I wasn’t used to such a large selection. Jaela Baxter, ConEd ’14, who has worked at Classic Video since high school, said that the store has...

Treat yourself to a taste of Kingston

Written on July 30, 2013. Posted in In Focus.

Brunch If you’re anything like me, you’re a fan of brunch — the mid-morning meal without which no weekend is complete. Luckily, Kingston has every option to start your day the best way. Geneva Crepe Bistro 97 Princess St. Fluffy, paper-thin crepes served sweet or savoury, all day long. Walk no further...

Out of the oven

Written on October 19, 2012. Posted in Lifestyle.

There’s always something in the oven at Wolfe Island Bakery. Located just north of Princess St., it provides a getaway from the hustle and bustle on the street. Patrons enjoy the warm atmosphere, comforting smells of the kitchen and, of course, the famous butter tarts. As I walked in, it was obvious...

A canvas of skin

Written on September 21, 2012. Posted in Lifestyle.

With grip and needle in hand, the tattoo artist sets ink to skin. Three hours later, an old tattoo is covered with new and vibrant colours. It might seem like a lengthy process, but it’s nothing out of the ordinary. According to Cynthia Deveau, owner of Lovesick Tattoos, some tattoos may take up to...

Books breed wonder

Written on September 11, 2012. Posted in Lifestyle.

If a customer is ever short on change, Walter Cipin lets them buy their book at a discounted price. It’s a move that not many shop owners make nowadays, but Cipin likes to make an impression on first-time customers. Wayfarer Books Bought & Sold has been under his ownership since 1987. Since the...

Travel treasures

Written on May 28, 2012. Posted in Arts.

Modern Primitive isn’t just another shop sprawled across the stretch of Princess St. — it’s a place that traces the travels of its storeowners. The store has an array of jewellery and clothing for shoppers to browse, straying away from mass-produced items and opting for unique pieces from across the...

Fundraisers planned for Sleepless Goat

Written on November 25, 2011. Posted in News.

The Sleepless Goat, a local destination for fair trade coffee and homemade food, is planning multiple fundraisers to address the business’s current financial challenges. On Nov. 21, The Sleepless Goat released a formal statement online addressing current issues faced by the Workers’ Co-operative. “The...

Goat barely afloat

Written on November 11, 2011. Posted in News.

The Sleepless Goat workers co-operative is facing financial difficulty. The restaurant and coffee shop, located on the corner of Princess and Wellington Streets, is known for its sale of fair trade coffees and vegetarian or vegan food options. According to an email sent to the Journal on Nov. 9 by...

Tag: Local business

Brian’s Record Option shares tales from quarantine

During pandemic, Kingston FrameWorks helps artists enter global market

An inside look into some of Kingston’s Black-owned businesses

The Alibi, local Kingston bar, permanently closes its doors

The Kingston guide to supporting your local record store

Renting nostalgia

Treat yourself to a taste of Kingston

Out of the oven

A canvas of skin

Books breed wonder

Travel treasures

Fundraisers planned for Sleepless Goat

Goat barely afloat

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