A note sent to us this morning by Maria Powers, Orchard House... you might recall that the Kussins are related to the Alcott family.
Everyone is fine, thank goodness, and the buildings are likely still structurally sound, but the merchandise needs to be discarded and the interiors completely re-done.
The Kussins have every intention of re-building, but of course, that will take time and the store will need to be closed for the next several months (earliest opening is estimated to be July/August). At the moment, they are not able to do anything at all until the fire investigation is completely over. Initial (and fairly certain) reports are that the fire was caused by an electrical problem with a computer above the Flower Shop.
Although this fire is not as utterly devastating as the Verrill Farm one, we hope the the Concord community -- business partners as well as friends and neighbors and anyone who has every shopped at these fine stores -- can come together in just the same way to support and assist these folks in their time of need.
If there is any organized way in which we can get help to them, I know they would be most appreciative. If Orchard House can be of any help, we're all over that, as we not only support the Concord businesses, but also dearly care for all the members of the Kussin family.
I know the Kussins would probably not like to be bombarded with calls and visits, but to have something more organized would be of great help. Thank you.
Everyone is fine, thank goodness, and the buildings are likely still structurally sound, but the merchandise needs to be discarded and the interiors completely re-done.
The Kussins have every intention of re-building, but of course, that will take time and the store will need to be closed for the next several months (earliest opening is estimated to be July/August). At the moment, they are not able to do anything at all until the fire investigation is completely over. Initial (and fairly certain) reports are that the fire was caused by an electrical problem with a computer above the Flower Shop.
Although this fire is not as utterly devastating as the Verrill Farm one, we hope the the Concord community -- business partners as well as friends and neighbors and anyone who has every shopped at these fine stores -- can come together in just the same way to support and assist these folks in their time of need.
If there is any organized way in which we can get help to them, I know they would be most appreciative. If Orchard House can be of any help, we're all over that, as we not only support the Concord businesses, but also dearly care for all the members of the Kussin family.
I know the Kussins would probably not like to be bombarded with calls and visits, but to have something more organized would be of great help. Thank you.
