Roost & Beehive on Boston.com

We love to see our friends recognized in the media!  Jamie and Kate, who own Roost, Beehive, and now Scrub, were featured on Boston.com this weekend.

Here's the scoop:

The economy is sputtering, but you wouldn't know it from the rising fortunes of a pair of North Shore entrepreneurs. Jamie Metsch and Kate Leavy -- recent North Carolina transplants-- have established themselves as a married force of nature in Salem, having launched no less than three wittily stocked home furnishing and gift shops in the city's burgeoning, post-witchy downtown. Among their shops: Roost and Beehive, two stores in Salem that are located side by side. (Your Town, June 5, 2011)

Thanks, again, Boston.com for recognizing some of Salem's excellent retailers! 

Salem Stores Raise the Roost!

 

Two of Salem’s community-minded stores, Roost and The Beehive, are hosting the city’s first Gimme Shelter Birdhouse Auction on May 1, 2011 at 5 p.m. The event will be held at the 40 Front Street location with all proceeds from the auction benefitting the Northeast Animal Shelter (NEAS).

Owners Kate Leavy and Jamie Metsch are teaming up with the NEAS on a project they have deemed to be a “shelter for shelter” fundraising event.“As owners of three former shelter dogs, we’re happy we can support a cause in our community to which we relate so closely,” said Leavy. “The Northeast Animal Shelter is so committed to these animals, and we’d like to show our appreciation.”

Earlier this year, Leavy and Metch sent out a message to mobilize local artists to design and build beautiful inspiring birdhouses for donation. The birdhouses could be functional or ornamental-- as long as they fit through the door. “We plan to showcase the birdhouses in our front window one week prior to the event,” said Metsch. “This is going to be a lot of fun for a great cause.”

Hors d’oeuvres will be provided by local Salem restaurant, 62 Restaurant and Wine Bar featuring well-recognized chef Antonio Bettencourt for all event guests.

The Northeast Animal Shelter provides safe shelter, food, and healthcare to rescue animals in the North Shore area.  The Northeast Animal Shelter is located in Salem, MA and is one of New England’s largest no-kill animal shelters. 

Roost and The Beehive are located in downtown Salem, MA at 40 Front St.  Roost features and original mix of art, furniture, gifts, accessories, lighting, jewelry, and bath products.  The Beehive, Roost’s sister store, is located at 38 Front St.  Both cater to local artisans and promote sustainability and the freedom of expression. 

Open House at Roost and Beehive on Monday!

Jamie & Kate at Roost and Beehive are excited about fall, and they want to share their excitement with you!
Stop by their Big Thanks Open House on Monday, September 27, 5-8pm. There will be light refreshments, store-wide discounts, and giveaways!

If you haven't visited Roost and Beehive (30-40 Front Street) yet, you're in for a treat. They offer a mix of vintage and modern gifts for home and human, and the funniest cards you’ve ever seen. (I'm a big fan of their magnets. And jewelry. And vases. And t-shirts.)

Check them out on Monday. Or any day! (They are open late, perfect for browsing prior to dinner at one of our stellar eating establishments on Washington Street!)

How Roost & Beehive Owner Kate Leavy Sees Salem

Last October a new retail show on Front Street arrived , and much to our shopping delight we had lots of new options for holiday shopping. That shop, Roost: Urban Country Design turned many shoppers into Roosters, inspiring owners Kate and Jamie to open a second shop, right next door.

The Beehive will celebrate its grand opening with a party on Monday, July 19th, 5pm - 9pm. The Beehive offers the sassier side of cards and gifts. The shop is filled with laugh-out-loud items that will make you call your friends over from the across the store (it's true, I've done it). Featuring cheeky greeting cards and coffee table books to slinky dogs and squirrel underpants, The Beehive is filled with gifts you've gotta get and give.

But wait, there's more! The Beehive is not only adjacent to Roost, but the two stores are attached inside. So, there will be drinks, eats, and store(s)-wide discounts! If you won't be around on the 19th, no need to wait. The stores are both open now.

We are going to start the celebration a week early on Salem.org by finding out how Roost and Beehive owner Kate Leavy sees Salem. Congrats and best wishes to Kate and Jamie on both stores.

Kate Leavy, Owner
Roost & The Beehive

Where are you from originally?
Born in Virginia, but call Portsmouth, NH home

How long have you lived in Salem?
1.5 years (we opened Roost 8 months ago)

Your Top Five:

1. Place to Eat: Sixty2 on Wharf
2. Place to Shop: (Other than Roost!) Two Girls Shop for clothing
3. Special Event: The Scooper Bowl
4. Museum or Attraction: PEM
5. Hidden Gem: Mahi Mahi Cruises

Describe Salem in ten words or less:
Fun, friendly and quirky with a very bright future.

What is the first thing you do with guests from out of town?
Grab a drink at the Shanty

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If you want to shop, dine and explore like Kate, here are the links to all of the places she recommends:

SHOP
Two Girls Shop

DINE
Sixty2 on Wharf
The Lobster Shanty

EXPLORE
PEM
Mahi Mahi Cruises
The Scooper Bowl (On August 4, part of Salem Heritage Days)

To learn more about Roost and The Beehive, visit them online at roostsalem.com and salembeehive.com.