Closed Today (Tuesday Feb 9)

Just to answer a few questions I have gotten today:

Are you going to be open?
The answer is no. We are closing today - not so much because the roads are bad but because I want to make chili in my bath robe and put snow down my son's shirt until he cries.

Is Jennifer Carfagno from Weather.com hot?
The answer is yes. She is hot. In fact she is hot enough to ruin marriages. Jen Carfagno is a weather predicting home wrecker. See you all tomorrow. Enjoy the day.

Learning Time!

A little history lesson today: Like most of our graphics, the name for The Galaxie Skateshop was ripped off. The adult entertainment club a few doors down known to most as the Brass Ass has gone through a lot of changes over the years, not the least of which has been its collection of awesome names - Frolics, Club Bongo and The Silver Slipper, to name a few.
The Galaxie Club, as it came to be known in 1964, was a fairly happening place until being ravaged by fire in 1970. The club was rebuilt and kept open for a few more years until becoming the Brass Ass in 1975. Why would we name a skateshop after a defunct strip club? Because it's part of this area's history and we liked it.
Just in case you're interested, here is a little extra reading about the club's history. For those of you who have been in there, check out how classy it used to look. I can’t get over it.
http://www.preservinggaminghistory.com/other/STARKCLUB.pdf

Snow Day! Closed January 7th.

Since it's snowing, let's all take the day off. The skateshop will be closed this evening, but don't forget to come in tomorrow for a warm bowl of clam chowder.

Mmmm.... clam chowder.

Clam Chowder Day!! and new stuff

Howdy all. The weather does not do much for the ability to skate but is absolutely perfect for Clam Chowder Day. It will be this Friday (Jan. 8th) So if you are in the area and want to sample some of the best clam chowder you will ever have in a skateboard shop, stop by. Also lots of new stuff in today. Mostly boards.

Lots of sale and pricepoint decks for $35.

Happy New Year

Just wanted to say Happy New Year and thanks. Thanks to all of you who support the shop and the things that we do. A skateshop can not survive without the most important part of the equation - skateboarders. 

A skateshop should be more than just a place that sells you things or only interacts with you when new product is in. No matter what shop you go to or what website you order from, ask yourself  “How are they helping me do the things I enjoy doing?” I don’t know the last time I have ever heard of a mail order site giving a deal when a skater needed it, throwing a premier for your buddy's video or building a spot in your hometown.  Skateshops need skaters, and some might not realize it but skaters need shops. Support the people that support you and Cheers to 2010. Get out and skate... maybe not right now, it's really cold. I guess if you have to though, bundle up.  90% of your body heat is lost through your feet and your head. Maybe two pairs of socks and a hat. At least.

-Andrew

Holiday Hours

Christmas Eve: 2pm-7pm
Closed on Christmas and New Years Day

SALE SATURDAY DEC. 5

Just going to have a little December sale to start the month off. This Saturday ALL shoes and clothes will be 20% off and all local company skateboard decks for $35 with grip. Might not be a bad time to get some stuff you need.