Country Bits, 700 Wheeling Ave., celebrates its 20th anniversary during March in the building that is known as the old "Style Center."
Much has happened over the last 20 years. When the 10,000 square foot building opened in 1992 there were only 12 vendors filling spaces downstairs. Now there are about 70 vendors with two large floors available for rent to those people who have always dreamed of having their own business without having a large overhead.
"We're known as the store with a friendly atmosphere with something for everyone," said co-owner Dee Kovacik. "We have a large selection ranging from antiques to many handcrafted items. There are candles, tarts, warmers, potpourri, Ohio State items, wind chimes, handmade pottery, Maple City Pottery, primitives, furniture, Lee Middleton Dolls, books, quilts, wreaths, swags, floral designs, garland and candle rings, Park Place, India Home Fashions, Ragu, Briwax, Tender heart, Teeny Bulbs, Deco, coffees, teas, fudge, homemade cookies, Amish food, jams and jellies, Billy Jacob pictures, Homey and Me, Will Tree Angels, Treenware, afghans and many more items. Country Bits is the only hobby shop in Cambridge specializing in trains, slot cars and model steam engines."
In celebration of the store's 20th anniversary several events and drawings are scheduled:
March 17 -- Drawing for the black shelf currently on display in outside window; refreshments served
March 21 -- Winner's Choice drawing with the winner choosing items from the display window
March 24 -- Pet Day, customers bringing in a can of dog or cat food for local animal shelters entered in a basket drawing; refreshments served
March 31 -- hourly drawings for gift baskets, with a final drawing for a cupboard; refreshments served.
"You're invited to shop Country Bits and decide for yourself if the store has quality items and good prices," said Kovacik. "Our vendors are happy to take your special orders to fit your needs. We accept Visa, Master Card, Discover, as well as a 30 day layaway plan. Gift certificates are available for those hard-to-shop-for people. The store can be contacted at 740-432-7241, www.CountryBits.com or check us out on Facebook.
"Thanks to the wonderful, supportive people of Cambridge and surrounding area that shop 'Cambridge.' We're proud of our community and happy to be a part of keeping Cambridge attractive and alive."