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One of downtown Morris's well-known destination shops, Apple Butter & Shugie’s, has moved to a new location. Owners Jane and Stu Kerr have relocated their 37-year-old novelty gift shop to 317 N. Liberty St., the site of the former Front Porch gift shop.
"Apple Butter & Shugie’s has relocated to the Spurgeon’s Building where we hope to stay for years to come helping families make memories, working toward retirement one day and entering into a partnership with a fellow retailer," said Jane Kerr in a news release. The building is owned by local business owner Caroline Cummings.
The Grundy County Chamber of Commerce & Industry marked the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 11. The event was attended by Morris Mayor Chris Brown, city officials, and Chamber Ambassadors.
Chamber President & CEO Christina Van Yperen expressed enthusiasm about the move: "We didn’t think Apple Butter & Shugie’s could get any better—then they opened in their beautiful new space, and what was already a staple of downtown Morris has become even more of a standout favorite."
Apple Butter & Shugie’s offers gifts suitable for all ages and occasions. "We have a unique inventory of nothing you need, but everything you want," Kerr stated. She emphasized the importance of shopping locally to support all retailers in the district.
The store operates Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with additional hours on Sundays during November and December from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For further details, customers can contact them at 815-942-5093 or visit their Facebook page.
