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MOOi NU speaks ‘pretty’ to women
by Joan Westlake Collins explains. “If you can’t have fun, what are He says his prices beat major retail chains and the
At least three people have walked into Ray Collins’ you doing? We have fun here. I picked this location quality is better. In April, MOOi NU is expanding into
store in historic downtown Chandler and known because it reminds me of home. I lived where the city women’s footwear: boutique flip flops, sandals and
that MOOi NU is Dutch for “beautiful now.” His hall was the center of town and people would come fashionista shoes. Collins jokes that it is because he
grandfather was Dutch, and Collins says the name out at night to shop and dine and then stroll around. likes pretty toes, but he also recognizes these major
of his recently opened store next to Saba’s reflects The neighbors would meet and talk about things and footwear trends among women.
his personal understanding of retail: Women buy the all the kids would run around.” To kick off his footwear collection, shoes that
pretty things. Collins first came to the Valley in 1981, and while he normally retail for $29 to $50 are priced at two pairs
The shop defines eclectic with women’s new and has a home in Scottsdale, he says downtown Chandler for $26. Select from brands such as Bon-Ton, Belks,
consigned clothing, Collins’ art on stone and examples was the only place for his business. The camaraderie Ellen and Boscov’s.
of his home remodeling projects. The waterfall in of the independent business owners and interactions Located at 71 W. Boston, Suite 11, MOOi NU is
front with the grape leaves and wine bottle is one with customers is “just beautiful” to him. open noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Call
of his creations. There’s also a pool table, Harley “While the women are shopping, the guys will ask 480-917-1045 for additional details.
motorcycle, X-box for gamers and a television with if they can play pool,” says Collins. “Of course, that’s
music videos often playing. why the table is there, so the women can be here to
“Work is where you spend much of your life,” buy the pretty.”
Zumba for free at Chandler alumni reunite
Fitness Forum
An “All Class Reunion” open to graduates of the of Chandler, Basha and Hamilton high schools,
Chandler Unified School District begins at 6 p.m. as well as former school district employees to
Area residents have the opportunity to try out the hottest
Sat., April 25 at the lodge of the Crowne Plaza San attend. Alumni contact information is being
new craze in fitness with free, unlimited Zumba classes
Marcos Golf Resort in Chandler. gathered and updated for the event, which is
throughout the month of April at Fitness Forum. The gathering features food, live entertainment part of Celebrate Chandler Weekend, an annual
Zumba classes are available at 9 a.m. Mondays and 5:30 and the opportunity to reminisce and gather by celebration leading up to the city’s 100th birthday
p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Zumba Tone classes are
class year. Attendees may also discuss the current in 2012.
offered at 9 a.m. Tuesdays, and Zumba Kids classes, for
television show, “High School Reunion: Class of Admission is $35. Register by visiting
kids ages 6 through 12 years, are scheduled at 4:45 p.m.
‘88” featuring Chandler High School’s class of www.CelebrateChandler2012.com or calling
Wednesdays. Preregistration is not required.
1988, currently airing on the TV Land network Elaine Fry Bartell at 480-224-3032.
Fitness Forum is located at 2130 W. Chandler Blvd. on the
channel.
The Chandler Alumni and Retiree Organization,
northwest corner of Chandler and Dobson roads. For more
hosts of the event, encourages all past graduates
info, call 480-812-0200 or visit www.fitnessforumaz.com.
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