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Posted: September 23, 2016
Nordblom Co. completes two leases totaling 3,184 s/f at 3rd Ave Burlington
Xtend Barre - Burlington, MABurlington, MA According to 3rd Ave, the dining, entertainment, and home goods heart of Burlington, James Joseph Salon & Xtend Barre are now open. Void of run-of-the-mill chains, this specialty store-lined boulevard features goods crafted by artisans and high-end brands including Wegmans, The Bancroft, Tony C’s, Kings, Osteria Nino, Bedford Farms, Boston Interiors, Cambridge Savings Bank, 18|8 Fine Men’s Salon, Redstone American Grill, Quinstance, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Kohler Signature Store, FLOR, DAVIDsTEA, Dover Rug, The Shade Store, James Joseph Salon, Xtend Barre, and XFINITY with Jenny Boston & LunchBOX opening this fall.
“We are excited to have James Joseph Salon & Xtend Barre open at 3rd Ave. Both businesses bring unique concepts to the community and our dynamic tenant lineup,” said Michele Santorelli, marketing manager for Nordblom Co.
Xtend Barre is Pilates and dance amplified. It brings in elements of dance, ballet and Pilates to create an adrenaline-fueled workout that strengthens, lengthens and chisels the body. Based out of Boca Raton, the 1,784 s/f Burlington studio will be the second to be established in Massachusetts, the first being on Newbury St. in Boston.
“From a young age, I knew I exhibited the entrepreneurial spirit all business owners speak of. Upon graduating college, I took the corporate route but always knew deep down my passion was to own my business one day,” said Christina Zichelle, owner of Xtend Barre Burlington.
James Joseph Salon - Burlington, MAJames Joseph Salon has been providing customers with cuts, colors and other hair services, along with the highest quality of customer service since 1997. Founded on Newbury St., Boston, the company has grown to 6 locations in Mass. including their latest additions in Burlington and Lynnfield. James Joseph Salon leased 1,400 s/f in Burlington.
“It’s so exciting to be opening my newest James Joseph Salon in Burlington. I know that our Newbury Street fashion will bring a lot of flair to the Burlington residents and community at 3rd Ave,” said Michael Barsamian, founder and CEO of The Belgrade Group, owner of the James Joseph brand.
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