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Moxie Cinema Announces Non-Profit Membership Opportunities

Ole — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 18:53:50 +0000

Before we get to this week’s four fabulous films, here’s the low-down on our new membership premiums. To clear up any lingering confusion over the Moxie transitioning to a not-for-profit model, you do not need to be a member to see a movie at the Moxie—you can come and buy your ticket just like you always have, and we’ll be thrilled to see you. But if in addition to seeing a great movie you’d like to help ensure the Moxie’s rosy future by becoming a member, we’ll be thrilled about that, too! Your membership is tax deductible and carries with it the following perks:

EVERY member gets a Moxie t-shirt, a mention in a pre-show “member roll call” slide and invites to special events (director talks, movie dinners, etc…)

INDIVIDUAL membership ($100)– matinee admission at all times for member; 50-cent popcorn
The tax deductible contribution works out to $85*

FAMILY membership ($250)–10 free tickets; two matinee admissions per visit; and one free popcorn per visit
The tax deductible contribution works out to $175

PRODUCER ($500)– 20 free tickets; two matinee admissions per visit; one free popcorn per visit
The tax deductible contribution works out to $365

DIRECTOR ($1,000)– 50 free tickets; two matinee admissions per visit; one free popcorn per visit.
The tax deductible contribution works out to $685

If you have have any questions regarding Moxie memberships, please ask!

Mike Stevens
@ The Moxie
431 South Jefferson, Suite 108 (on the corner of Pershing and Jefferson)
www.MoxieCinema.com
info@moxiecinema.com

Bistro Market Opens To Acclaim In Downtown Springfield

Ole — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 19:41:05 +0000

I can’t recall a single story, at least in the business marketing space such as this site, that has attracted as much attention as the opening of the Bistro Market in dowtown Springfield. The space has been jam-packed from the moment it opened and is drawing very positive reviews for the game-changing nature of it’s design. I stopped by on Sunday night at 8pm and the seating area in front (approximately 50 seats) was full and the line for food from the four serving areas (bar, hot food buffet, gelato, Starbucks) was consistent. The staffing appeared to be pretty good as well although one of the complaints I’ve heard is that service is still slow. To be expected in a new facility and one that is drawing a crowd at what has been a ghost period downtown in the past. Only Nonna’s and Mudhouse have been consistent performers on Sunday evenings and never have I seen a crowd like this in six years of downtown living.

I mention acclaim. Where’s it coming from?

News-Leader – Downtown Springfield bistro open for business

No grocery store in Springfield has stirred as much excitement as Bistro Market by Price Cutter, which opened Friday at Walnut Street and South Avenue with bigger-than-expected crowds and rave reviews from customers.

TAGsgf.com – 5 minute introduction to the new downtown Price Cutter Bistro Market and $5 lunch

Lets just get to the point. The new Price Cutter Bistro Market in downtown Springfield, MO is possibly one of the best things to happen to downtown Springfield in a long…long long time.

Springfield Business Journal – Bistro Market has charm, but will it last?

Moxie Cinema in Downtown Springfield Has New Owners

Ole — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:43:40 +0000

While details are scarce, especially given the high visibility of the indie theater within the community, it has been confirmed that founders Nicole and Dan Chilton have sold the theater. Using Twitter to make the announcement, Dan offered this on Thursday July 29th at 3:26 pm

We’ve signed on the dotted line; the Moxie has sold. Couldn’t be more proud and excited to transition from owner to supporter.

The word on the street is that there is an ownership group of local families who have applied for non-profit status for the theater. That would fit with Nicole’s comments in April on the Moxie blog noting – We will be selective on who takes over, because we don’t want to see this business in the wrong hands

More info will follow as details are confirmed.

The Cup Offers Cupcakes In Downtown Springfield MO

Ole — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:21:52 +0000

The Cup opens (photo by Mike Brothers)

From the website: We are THRILLED to announce the opening of our newest store in SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI! The Cup GRAND OPENING is scheduled for July 30th at our new space at 325 E. Walnut, right next door to the ADORABLE Good Girl Art Gallery. If you live nearby (we’re talking to YOU, BRANSON!) stop by for a cupcake or a great cup of coffee and check out the newest member of our Cup Family!!

Price Cutter’s Bistro Market Arrives in August Downtown Springfield

Ole — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:49:55 +0000

Price Cutter’s Bistro Market

Liz Claiborne Closing Outlet Stores, Including Branson & Osage Beach

Ole — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:52:05 +0000

NEW YORK, July 20, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ – Following a comprehensive review, Liz Claiborne Inc. (NYSE: LIZ) today announced plans to exit its Liz Claiborne branded outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico. As a result of this decision, the Company expects the meaningful operating losses related to this business to be eliminated in early 2011 when this action is anticipated to be completed. The Company’s other outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico for its Juicy Couture, Lucky Brand, Kate Spade and Kensie brands are not impacted by this decision.

Price Cutter’s New Downtown Springfield MO Facility

Ole — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 02:21:07 +0000

Price-Cutter facility in Wheeler building in downtown Springfield MO

An inside look at the early build-out stage of the new Price-Cutter facility in downtown Springfield. The key? Check out the refrigerator installation in the back of this photo shot on my iPhone 3Gs. That’s a definite sign that fresh milk and related dairy products will be available downtown in the near futures.

From the Price-Cutter blog in December 2009

An urban market in downtown Springfield may open as soon as spring, as RPCS Inc., the parent company of Price Cutter stores, is in the final stages of developing plans for the downtown shop.

“There’s 90 percent we will do it, and 10 percent we won’t,” said Erick Taylor, the ever-cautious president of RPCS. “We are still making the decision.”

Morris Dock, who owns the former Wheeler’s building at South Avenue and Walnut Street, said RPCS has signed a 10-year contract to lease the 10,000 square feet on the first floor of the building.

The grocery chain also has access to the 25 parking spaces south of the building, Dock said.

Taylor can opt out in the first 10 years, but he also can extend the lease for another 15 years, Dock said. “Erick is looking at a long-term investment,” Dock said. “He is committed to it.”

The downtown grocery store was first rumored to be coming last year, especially after students at Missouri State University — for a class project — sought public input to brand the future store at the 2008 annual Taste of Springfield event.

W00t!

My Love-Hate Relationship with Maria’s Mexican Restaurant

Ole — Tue, 05 May 2009 15:21:09 +0000

Ah Maria’s, downtown Springfield’s only Mexican Restaurant. It’s hard to find someone who hasn’t been there and most folks do enjoy themselves. Me – after 5 years of downtown living I’m on a first name basis with the bar staff and can say I’ve spent more of my disposable income for dining there then at any other restaurant in town.

That’s not something I’m necessarily proud of. The one thing that brings me back is their Traditional Margarita, made with tequila, their knock off brand of orange liqueur and two squeezed limes. Very enjoyable although at $7.50 apiece, it gets expensive quickly. And have I ever been offered a gratis drink, for being a loyal customer? Nah, and that’s what leads me to ‘the other side of the coin’.

The food? No complaints so long as they keep it in the microwave long enough before delivering. Renowned for their speed of service, it’s due to the fact that everything is pre-made and when you can’t even heat it up properly… It’s time to walk away. I’m out searching for an alternative, even if it means getting in my car. I’m leaving Maria’s to the downtown touristas.

Maybe the new summer menu at Mudlounge will fit the bill!

Sinatra’s Coffe Gallery in Springfield – Drury Mirror Review

Ole — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:16:50 +0000

More than just a song and dance – Sinatra’s Coffee Gallery offers a wide variety of flavor
Jonathan Thomas and Kaitlyn McConnell
Issue date: 2/25/09 Section: Life

No one would disagree that there are many choices when deciding where to go for coffee in Springfield. One of the newest options, however, offers more to its customers than just a simple cup of java.

Jonathan and I initially decided to review Sinatra’s Coffee Gallery because of our shared appreciation for the work of the great Frank Sinatra. We believed that we would be right at home, engulfed by this present-day blast from the past. While we were not disappointed by many aspects of Sinatra’s, there were, however, some things that could use improvement.

Casper’s – Get It In The Quonset

Ole — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:20:16 +0000

It was the Queen City Roller who shook me out of my holiday lethargy and sent me over to Casper’s for a chili fix just before the holidays. See, the crew at QCR took it upon themselves to sample and crown the best Chocolate Shake available in Springfield MO (or is it SpringVegas?). The winner? Casper’s! You can see I didn’t hold back on my visit, with a double cheeseburger and a large chili, WITH cheese and onions, on that visit.

Now it’s the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau who’s reaching out to the community, suggesting an effort to get Casper’s recognized by the Food Channel TV program, Diners Drive Ins and Dives

The most remarkable aspect to their effort? The CVB is using Twitter and their blog (inexplicably they are using Blogger rather then driving the traffic to their primary site, a lesson KY3 recently took to heart with the Political blog David Catanese has developed for them). Get out the vote folks!