Founded in 1890, O'Rourke Bros Memorials designs and carves upright memorials and headstones, stone benches, and granite and bronze markers. The business also provides cemetery lettering and etching, restoration and cleaning services. This location includes a showroom.
This sail loft located near Salem Harbor at the end of Glendale Street is a local dealer of North brand sails. However, it also provides repair services for all types of sails. In addition, the company repairs tents, awnings, pool covers and "anything that needs stitching."
Established in 1987, Shirts Illustrated is a small, family-operated business that provides screen-printing and embroidery. The company sees products in design to development.
In business for 11 years, B.F. Goodstitch is the place to go for needlepoint and cross-stitch supplies. Owner Fidelis Fenno, who has taken classes at the Royal School of Needlework in London and has displayed several of her pieces in prestigious institutions, also offers hand-painted canvases and private classes for those wishing to learn more about needlepoint.
Kitko International specializes in business-to-business electronic and industrial manufacturing services. Its patented KVAR unit guarantees savings and the reduction of overhead by increasing the efficiency of electric motors. Demonstrations of the unit are available on-site at their office in the Shetland Park business center as well as at the offices of prospective buyers.
Pamplemousse, along Salem's Essex Street pedestrian mall, features a variety of boutique wines, craft beers and tasty treats for the most discriminating epicures. Pamplemousse, the French word for grapefruit, also sells kitchen gadgets, aprons, tableware, linens and much more. June through October, the shop holds wine and beer tastings every Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. and every Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m.
Bewitched in Salem is known for its "eclectic vendibles and curious curios." A giant hand in the store window calls attention to the on-site psychic. Owner and "ring master" Bill Lazdowski touts his store as having one of the largest collections of crystal skulls. Other items include artisan jewelry, books on the occult, incense, oils, and Ouija boards.
Owner Richard A. Difillipo has been in the antiques business since 1971 and has owned this Lafayette store since 2005. Located below the Derby Street Lofts, his shop specializes in fine arts, antiques and collectibles. Difillipo also offers appraisals for estates and runs auctions, which are listed on his Web site.
Founded in Rockport in 2002, New England Magic has been located in Salem since 2005. This charming shop of all things Wiccan features two rooms filled with handmade magical items, the most popular of which is the Witch's Brew Candle. Owner Joanna Thomas says Salem is a magical city and she encourages people to visit her store and see it for themselves. Her mantra: "Love and magic: Blessed be."
With a spotlight on sustainability, local artisans and great design, RoOst welcomes customers with its home and bath products, gifts, accessories, furnishings, art, jewelry and other items in a relaxing and fresh environment. Owners Kate and Jamie Leavy opened the shop in the fall of 2009. Located in downtown Salem on historic Front Street, RoOst features daily arrivals of new items. It offers shipping and gift wrapping and accepts all major credit cards.
The popular chain sells vitamins and sports nutrition products including energy bars, energy drinks, herbal supplements, skin treatments and sports training accessories.
For fans of Star Wars, Batman, Superman, the Hulk, Spiderman, G.I. Joe, Transformers, Pokemon, and Yu-gi-oh!, Harrison's Comics and Collectibles is the place to be. Owner, Larry Harrison, says his establishment is "the best store you've never been in."
Founded in 1995, the Salem store is one of three locations where even adults can feel like kids again. Inside, you'll find rows of comic books of the golden, silver, and bronze ages. In addition, the store offers a variety of pop culture items, vintage toys and action figures, board games, graphic novels, collectible card games, and so much more.
Harrison's Comics also features gaming tournaments and special guest appearances by comic artists and writers. Every year, Harrison's hosts the North East Comic-Con in Boston. Those interested in selling or trading vintage comics are invited to make an appointment.
Nu Aeon is a store stocked with items necessary for the practice of magick. The owner, a self-professed witch, encourages the practice of ceremonial magick and Pagan alternate spirituality. Nu Aeon carries magickal books, herbs, clothing, jewelry and much more. The owners have been witches for decades and are very knowledgable on the subjects of witchcraft, magick, and Paganism. The shop also offers presentations and readings.
East Coast Yacht Sales is a brokerage for sailboats and cruising yachts. The company is a dealer of J Boats, Grand Banks, MJM, Bruckmann, Albin Marine, HBI Boats, and Forespar Leisure Furl models. The dealership is located at Dion's Yacht Yard off Salem Harbor.
At the Salem Family Dollar location on Canal Street, shoppers get ultra low prices and facilities that are as clean and bright as the smiling customer service. The store looks as well-kept and new as it did when it opened in September of 2009, and offers several services, such as classes, gift wrapping and shipping.