The Omniterrum
March 12, 2011 by Zoe
Filed under Businesses, Downtown Lynchburg, Music & Entertainment
In search of a truly global experience? Want to travel without actually leaving your lovely hill city? The Omniterrum, a unique globe shop located on Main st., lets you travel with the tips of your fingers. The store holds current and antique globes, from the 18th to the 21st century.
Omniterrum owner Kim Soerensen opened the doors of the shop in 2009 as a space to showcase her collection of vintage globes, with the hope of providing a place to inspire Lynchburg locals and teach a lesson in history with these three dimensional masterpieces. The shop was originally located on Church street, but swapped locations following Lynchburg’s first ever globe exhibit, held by Soerensen’s non-profit organization, the American Globe Preservation Society, in October 2010. Come visit the new location and browse through globes from different periods of time and mingle with the store mascot, a Boston terrier named Winston Churchill.
A destination location for globe enthusiasts, history buffs or curious shoppers, the Omniterrum is a unique piece of Lynchburg culture. Located at 1225 Main Street next to the community market, the store is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10-5. Give the shop a call at 434-847-4788, visit them online or find them on Facebook.
Outdoor Trails
February 20, 2011 by Zoe
Filed under All Secrets, Businesses
Lots of Lynchburgers are taking advantage of this warm February weather by breaking out their sneakers and hiking boots to hit the trails at Blackwater Creek or mosey up a mountain for breathtaking views. For top-notch outdoor wear, gear and equipment, check out Outdoor Trails, Lynchburg’s premier outdoor equipment and clothier. Family-owned and operated since 1995, Outdoor Trails has locations in Lynchburg and Daleville, each offering a vast variety of hiking, climbing, backpacking,camping and canoeing gear and supplies.
The shop offers products by high-quality  brands like  Patagonia, Teva, Montrail, Mountain Hardwear, Birkenstock, The North Face, Vasque, Merrel, Keen, Chaco, Osprey, Gregory, Petzl, Mad River Canoe and Cloudveil. Whether you’re a steady walker, fearless climber, hiker, camper or paddler you are sure to find the gear, clothing and accessories to fully prepare you for your next outing. Have little outdoor fanatics? Fit your kids in the finest gear with a large selection of youth and infant clothing and accessories. Find your inner ohm with the shop’s selection of yoga-wear, check out their travel section for the perfect luggage, or snag a deal on their 40-50% off sale rack.
Outdoor Trails Lynchburg is located at 4925 Boonsboro Road. Hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For questions about products or outdoor opportunities in the area, give the shop a call at (434) 386-4302. Check out specials and sales at www.outdoortrails.com, and don’t forget to like them on Facebook!
Oxide Pottery
February 12, 2011 by Zoe
Filed under All Secrets, Businesses, Downtown Lynchburg
If you’re looking for something new to do on a lazy Saturday afternoon or happen to be sucker for handcrafted pottery, head over to Oxide Pottery, located on 1337 Main Street across from Robin Alexander.
Showcasing the work of three skilled potters, Joe Monk, Chatham Monk and Justin Rice, Oxide offers a selection of beautiful hand built and wheel thrown ceramics. Mixing bowls, serving platters, vases, plates and mugs available in a collection of shapes, sizes colors and prints are only some of the bounty offered at Oxide. The tiny storefront, which made its debut in 2009, also carries unique jewelry and specialty crafted kitchenware, such as carved wooden utensils and cast glass bowls.
Using lead-free glazes that are microwave and dishwasher friendly, a piece of Oxide pottery makes a beautiful and memorable gift. While browsing through the shop, be sure to take a peek at the small on-site studio where Oxide’s unique pottery is produced.
Oxide Pottery is open Tuesday through Friday, 10 to 6 and Saturday 10 to 5. For more information, call the shop at 434-845-5656 , visit them online or find them on Facebook.