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Eighth Street shopkeepers are praising Holland’s 12-week Street Performer Series, which ended Thursday evening, for livening the street and boosting business.
"It’s a lot busier than last year on Thursdays. We are very, very, very busy," said Elizabeth Kearby, who has worked at Quizno’s for more than two years. Customers often use coupons or choose budget-friendly special orders, she said, but dine on the cafe tables outside the shop for a better view of the performers.
"Sometimes when we close, customers are still out there," she said, grinning. "We have to shoo them away, but they are very nice about it."
Quite a compliment, considering the event was not initially intended as a shopping drive, said Mimi Fritz, Downtown Principal Shopping District marketing and promotions coordinator.
Sherry White, operations manager at JP’s Coffee House, called the Series "inspired." She said Thursdays are her visiting grandchildren’s favorite time to visit Eighth Street and JPs biggest weeknight, saleswise.
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