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Open & shut

By Times Staff Writer
Published February 20, 2005


QUIK DROP: Time to get rid of some things, but don't have the time? Drop them off at Quik Drop, and they will sell them on eBay for you. Quik Drop is a California chain that plans to open 24 new stores throughout Florida. The newest will open Friday at 15207 N Dale Mabry Highway. The company is sanctioned by eBay, but the Web site, www.quikdrop.com offers an option for high resolution images and zoom. They will photograph the item in the store, and post up to 20 images on the Web site. Sell anything over $50, including books, music, toys and jewelry. Fees are calculated based on the selling price. Call 813 229-3229.

FITNESS EQUIPMENT: Gym Source Fitness Equipment is open at 15410 N Dale Mabry Highway. They specialize in home gym equipment, including free weights, ellipticals, treadmills. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Call (813) 269-7404.

MASSAGE: Just Right Massage Therapy has moved to a new location at 13902 N Dale Mabry Highway, Suite 229. Licensed massage therapist John Rovi specializes in deep tissue, neuromuscular and relaxation massage, and also offers massage classes. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, with Saturdays and other times available by appointment. Call (813) 968-5544.

[Last modified February 19, 2005, 08:25:12]


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