Shop the Boulevard and save during the holidays
The Southern Boulevard Business Improvement District (SOBOBID) was established to fill the vital needs of local businesses and its neighborhood community. To achieve this, SOBOBID has a number of services and free events to help attract and retain new shoppers, as well as to beautify and secure the shopping district. Each year SOBOBID hosts sidewalk sales every Saturday of the month and a Salsa in the Park series in the warmer months. The area is easily accessible by various buses and the Nos. 2, 5 and 6 trains.
The stores on Southern Boulevard understand the needs of their customers and are conveniently grouped together to keep prices down while maintaining the level of service and the sizeable selection you have come to expect from Southern Boulevard. With over 200 stores and businesses to choose from, SOBOBID is the perfect place to find anything from food to fashion, appliances, furniture and more.
The boundaries of the BID run on Southern Boulevard from E. 163rd Street to 167th Street, both sides of Westchester Avenue, and on E. 163rd Street from Fox to Hoe avenues. For additional information, call Marques Payne, the BID’s new executive director, at (347) 328-2959 or email marqpayne@ gmail.com. Be sure to check out SOBOBID’s website: www.southernblvdbid.org.
Various events have taken place at the BID such as the Salsa in the Park Concert series where bands play and local residents enjoy the music while learning how to dance salsa and keep in shape. This year, the BID hosted its annual Music on the Boulevard Festival — co-produced by Bronx-based MAS Productions, where over 3,000 people joined in attendance, including the participation of local merchants who were able to increase their sales and reap benefits from the event. On Dec. 10, the Southern Boulevard BID will host its coat drive where 800 local kids will receive a free coat this winter.
Chuckie’s has set itself apart from most stores by standing the test of time, 50 years to be exact. This family run business has outfitted three generations of customers in the best leather jackets and down outerwear. It’s easy to see why —Chuckie’s has the largest selection of coats for all ages and sizes. He also makes sure the
store never goes out of style by keeping the racks stocked with quality brand names like Marmot and North Face. Shop at Chuckie’s this holiday season and seize the sales they have to offer. For each coat purchase, you can receive a free gift. For more information, call (718) 991-3044.
Joyce Leslie clothing store for women has opened up in summer 2016 where Disco Boutique used to be. Current specials are 25% off clothing and a buy-one-get-onefree offer on boots (select styles).
Moe’s Furniture located at 949 Southern Blvd. also joined the BID with a wide range of stylish, modern and affordable furniture sets and specials such as a 23-piece package deal for just $1,990. Love purple, or teal? Moe’s furniture carries all colors of sofas. The best part? Whether you have good or bad credit, quick financing is available. When you walk into the store, you will see the TVs that are being raffled off this holiday season.
If you’re looking for great sales while completing your holiday list, BX Sports has up to 50% off all clothing. BX Sports offers a variety of brand-name footwear for all ages. They are located at 1047 Westchester Ave., Bronx, New York 10459.
Other most notable and popular stores to visit for great gift ideas are Metro Optics, Regines Children, T-Mobile and Boulevard Shoes.