Business Observer

+ Longboat Body Retreat opens in Whitney Plaza

Longboat Body Retreat opened Tuesday, July 21, at 6824 Gulf of Mexico Drive, the site of the former Longboat Framing Gallery in Whitney Beach Plaza.

Owners are Bradenton resident Georgene Adkins and Anna Maria resident Jennifer Crady. Prior to earning aesthetician licenses, Adkins worked as a dental assistant, and Crady was a massage therapist.

The spa will offer facials, massages, body treatments, permanent makeup and waxing. Yoga classes will also be offered at a later date.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays.
For information, call 383-9692.

+ LLSA Chamber Web site to receive a new look

The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce’s Web site will have a new look Saturday, Aug. 1.

To check it out, go to www.longboatkeychamber.com.

+ The Egret’s Landing incorporates design center

The Egret’s Landing, 5602 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, recently expanded its retail space to incorporate a new design center.

The store is owned and operated by John and Barb Jaeger and features coastal-living-themed furniture and home accents.