After being located "off the beaten path" for three years, Copperfish Books, Punta Gorda, Fla., is moving to a larger space in the heart of downtown, owners Cathy Graham and Serena Wyckoff announced. In the new location, Copperfish Books will have a private parking lot and be next to Tiki's Boutique, Hipnotique, Pomegranate & Fig and the Sea Grape Gallery. The store plans to open in the new spot March 1; it will remain open in its current spot until then.
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"We've needed more space for quite a while," Graham said. "Between our growing inventory and often high attendance at our events--over 50 people at some--it's been clear that a move was inevitable." The new space is about 30% bigger and offers amenities that will provide more comfort as well as flexibility. It's about half a mile from the current location.
Wyckoff added, "Downtown Punta Gorda needs more shopping options, and we hope to give residents and visitors another reason to head to our awesome downtown." The bookstore will continue to carry new, used, and antique books, and plans to expand its selection of greeting cards and gifts. The store also has a booth in Alley Cat Antiques in Arcadia, Fla.
The new address will be 103 W. Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda, Fla. 33950.