Many times over the years, we've observed that non-native New Albanians often seem better tuned to the possibilities than those "from here." Arguably the best current example of this admittedly non-scientific observation is Mike Wickliffe. Reprinted below is the current issue of "The Wick Report," which illustrates that Wickliffe must not be on CFA's mailing list for pessimism and disinformation. Make no mistake: Not all New Albanians pull for the city to fail, and many are capable and see the bigger picture. Nonetheless, I especially appreciate what Mike has brought to downtown, and I appreciate his commitment. It's very impressive.
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If everyone does not know my name is Michael Wickliffe and I am the owner of Wicks. I have been writing this goofy newsletter for a while now and I would like to thank all of you for taking the time to either read it or delete it from your e mail. With that being said I hope every one of you all cash a winning ticket this Derby, because with your help it seems like I have had a winning derby ticket every year. Thanks to all of you for supporting your local best of Louisville Wicks Pizza and Pub.
This Derby is not any different here at Wicks except that it will be the first Derby for our new store in Indiana. We are currently remodeling the second floor of this building. It is coming out better than I could have ever imagined. We will be adding another 5000 square feet of party space to this location. We are putting in a big new stage and we are adding a private party room for up to 100 people. You will be able to do power point presentations on a projection television and we will have a great stereo system in there. This is going to be a great new addition to the ever growing city of New Albany. I must give this town an A plus rating in the way it has treated my company and I. Big shout out to the mayor and his staff. If you have not been to this location the building is a treat in itself. Being built in 1866 and still with the original front doors, this building is fun to walk through.
Derby eve and Derby night the only place to be is in the highlands. That is where you will catch all of the locals having a good time. Let all the crazy people from out of town hang out downtown at the old Galleria. But if you cannot make it to Baxter, all of our family owned Wicks will have the best local musicians kicking it for you this Derby weekend. So get a sitter for the kids, or what the heck bring them out with you. They just cannot enjoy an ice cold beer, but they will love the pizza.
We have great specials at all 5 of our family owned and operated Wicks Pizzas. You can check out our newly redone website at www.wickspizza.com. They will have all the specials we have at our 5 locations. And you can check out our band calendars to see who is playing at your local Wicks Pizza and Pub.
We at wicks wish all of our great customers a very happy Kentucky Derby. Please make sure you wear your seat belts, and drink responsible!
Thanks for your business and Happy Derby,
Michael Wickliffe
If you have not been to this location the building is a treat in itself. Being built in 1866 and still with the original front doors, this building is fun to walk through.
ReplyDeleteMost New Albany 1860s commercial buildings do not have their "original front doors." Mr. Wickliffe and his many customers see the value in this building that is "a treat," a building much different than can be found on Charlestown Rd.
Keeping and attracting new businesses like Wick's is easier when we can maintain the attractive character of these buildings. When the City passed the historic preservation ordinance, one of the stated reasons was to promote the economic viability of the city. It doesn't happen over night but all studies I've seen show that it does happen; it's measurable. We're beginning to see it here.