The evening of May 7, 2010 was the Grand Opening of PONSHOP at 712 Caroline Street. Family, friends and fans paid a visit to check the spot and enjoy fine art, music, and refreshments during Fredericskburg's "First Friday" Gallery Walk. Below are more snapshots from the evening. Pics courtesy of our good friends Kimberly Morris and Adam Desio.

DJ Mudfoot held it down on the wheels of steel

Scarlett and fellow local artist Kathleen Walsh

(left to right) Ryan of Nightmare Inc., Arlene of Spaghetti Project, Sean Donlon and Ashley

Edgar of Spaghetti Project (far left) kicks out sweet clothing via Chief Rocka Industries.

Thanks again to all of you who continue to support our efforts at PONSHOP. We will continue to host events every first Friday of the month.

Gabriel Pons

May 14, 2010

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Gabriel Pons

May 14, 2010

The past three months have been quite a journey for us: starting up a new business and simultaneously renovating our space. Below is a sequence of our progress from the end of February until last weekend's grand opening party. Thanks to all of you who have helped us along the way. - G+S

712 Caroline Street was formerly known as "The Christmas Shoppe" for the past 18 years...

Carpeting was removed - floor repaired, and new flooring installed.

The suspended reception desk was our friend's idea - keeping the space open and casual.

Scarlett's dad flew back from Mississippi for a week to help with the kiln shed.I'm giving the contractor's "hang loose"...
The photos (above and below) courtesy of Desio Studios - Opening Week!Thanks to all friends, family and fans of PONSHOP