Stephanie: Tell us about Franny Vintage.

Kerry: I sell new and vintage clothing and accessories for men and women. Check out frannyvintage.com.

Stephanie: Where does the name Franny come from?

Kerry: Franny was my granny's name.

Stephanie: You seem like you have a lot of fun at work. What would you say is the best part of your job?

Kerry: Being your own boss. For example: beer breaks at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 o'clock.

Stephanie: Haha! What's happening at Franny these days?

Kerry: Well, in July Franny is collaborating with Philistine (philistinevintage.tumblr.com) to bring tons of new vintage items to the store.

Stephanie: What are your favorite places to eat, shop and hang out in the neighborhood?

Kerry: For breakfast I like to go to the Rustic Cosmo café. Have you had their bagels? The cowgirl is amazing.

Stephanie: No. What's on it?

Kerry: Bacon, avocado, tomato and heaven.

Stephanie: Yum. Okay, now where do you like to hang out?

Kerry: For coffee I go to Blondie's. For beer, The Rhino and Mezzrow's is great.

Stephanie: How about a funny, interesting or historic story that took place in Parkdale?

Kerry: Hmm, did you know this store used to be the original Bacchus Roti shop? …I don't know, everyday is a funny story in Parkdale.

Stephanie: If you could meet anyone living or dead who would it be?

Kerry: Your grandmother. Haha!

Stephanie: How about those Blue Jay?

Kerry: Yep…. *yawn*

Stephanie: Is there intelligent life in outer space?

Kerry: E.T. phone home!

Stephanie: What's on your to-do list for the rest of the day?

Kerry: Updating my blog and finding you a boyfriend.

Stephanie: Haha! Thanks Kerry.

*Stephanie Hoff is the PLEDC Events Coordinator.

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