Dave and Sheila Ierardi are the new owners of Special Discount Liquor located at 147 Main St. in Seymour.
The store is a true family-owned small business as daughter and son Ali and Chris help out their parents to give them some time off.
The grand re-opening was celebrated on Tuesday, Nov. 20, just before Thanksgiving with local officials, downtown merchant owners, and family.
“Residents may remember this liquor store as dark and dreary, but Dave and Sheila have truly cleaned up the place,” said First Selectman W. Kurt Miller.
The interior has been cleaned up, brightened, and organized. Economic Development Director Fred A. Messore and Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce President Bill Purcell joined Kurt in congratulating the new owners for their work to the location.
“I am pleased with the revitalization of our downtown area and the redesign of this store,” Miller said. “The turnout of the merchant owners today and their willingness to work together is really stunning.”
The Ierardis have greatly expanded the wine selection, catering to the quaint downtown feel of the area and the antique shops in the district.
Wine tastings happen every Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. Sheila Ierardi says this gives shoppers a chance to sample before they buy or try something different.
They will also help plan for parties, deliver, and take back empty or unopened bottles for certain orders.
Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Questions can be referred to the store at 203 – 888-5922 and anyone can ‘Like’ Special Discount Liquor on Facebook.
