Apollo Career Center shops opening soon
The Apollo Career Center Floral Design shop is hosting a grand opening to celebrate its recent renovations, Tuesday, Sept. 20, 8-10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. A ribbon cutting will be held at 10 a.m. along with door prizes for the first 50 visitors, and a drawing for a Fall Wreath.
The shop, fully stocked with student-created arrangements, is full of seasonal and all occasion silk, dried and fresh flower creations. For more information please call 419.998.2934.
The Garden Cafe is open for business Tuesday, Sept. 20, and will serve lunch from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The all-you-can-eat buffet is $6 and includes a salad and hot bar with an assortment of desserts and choice of beverage.
The restaurant is student-run and designed to be a teaching lab as well as a restaurant. For parties of five or more please call 419.998.2945 for a reservation.
The Salon at Apollo will open Wednesday, Sept. 28, 8- 1 a.m. Patrons requiring chemical services should arrive by 8 a.m. Appointments will be available Monday-Wednesday.
Services offered include color, cut, styling, perms, manicures, pedicures, facials, eyebrows, and artificial nails. The salon is also offering crystals, feathers, and color extensions. Please call 419.998.2901 to set up an appointment for all services.
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