Summer is almost here! Grab your board shorts, sunscreen and head on into sunny Montrose Shopping Park for shopping and summer fun. Enjoy! To kick off the season, let’s talk fashion. Time for shorts and sunglasses and cool breathable fabrics.

Village Boutique and Boardshop is perfect for summer wardrobe needs offering everything from Ray-Ban sunglasses to popular Tommy Bahama shirts and quality skin protection. Village Boutique also has its own signature clothing line where you’re sure to find something special.

J’adore Boutique, Holiday Hats and Gowns, Revelation Tops, Babies Bellies and Bosoms, Faye’s, Walk This Way Shoes, It Takes a Village, Shoe Fantasy and more! These are just a few of the prominent businesses that want to cater to you here in Montrose and have ample free parking.

If you’re looking to develop art skills, consider enrolling in one of our many merchant camps that offer a wide range of classes for both kids and adults. Check out KidsArt and its seasonal workshop schedule at http://kidsartclasses.com/montrose.

Needle in a Haystack is offering a Needlepoint Camp for kids aged 6-10 and for all ages, too. Classes start June 10. Visit in-store for details.

Interested in quilting? Head into Quilt ‘n’ Things for summer classes. In the last two weeks of June, it will take part in The Annual Quilt, which is expected to have over 1,000 visitors. For information, visit in-store or quiltnthings.com.

Regardless of your experience level, Mayhall Sewing Center offers just the right classes for you. Top-of-the-line sewing machines, classes for beginners to intermediate, serging, embroidery and more. For more information, visit http://mayhallssewingcenter.com/classes.

Head on in to Color Me Mine ceramic studio for painting at your leisure. Relaxing paintbrush activity for all ages, and great fun for birthday parties.

Get creative this summer in Montrose. There’s more to look forward to including our weekly Harvest Market, upcoming Montrose Car Show and our very own Montrose Film Festival. This week our Sunday market features free balloons, face-painting, pony rides, a petting zoo and story-telling in our Kids’ Area plus the jazzy sounds of New Orleans by the Gremoli Band and “donut” peaches (they are delicious), free-range eggs and farm fresh green beans.

We have a few wonderful surprises planned for you, so follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @shopmontrose.

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