*The North Face on Bethesda Row is holding its grand opening celebration Friday, Nov. 4 through Sunday, Nov. 6.
Meet extreme skier Kasha Rigby, who will be in the store signing posters Friday night and Saturday.
And that’s not all—weekend warriors can try their luck on a climbing wall Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.
4848 Bethesda Ave., www.thenorthface.com
*Look for a new Tommy Bahama store to open its doors on Wednesday, Nov. 8.
The retailer, known for its casual resort and beachy styles, is opening a 3, 700 square foot location in Montgomery Mall.
The store will offer men’s, women’s and children’s clothing as well as swimwear, shoes, accessories and home décor items.
A grand opening celebration on Nov. 12 from noon to 4 p.m. offers live music, nibbles and a gift with purchase.
7101 Democracy Blvd., www.tommybahama.com
*Looking to be enlightened? Bethesda has a new source for retail lighting with the recent launch of Aidan Design’s retail lighting division.
The kitchen designers have an array of sculptural and artistic creations from Spanish and Italian designers—all at 20 percent off retail.
4701 Sangamore Road, #L3, www.aidandesign.com
*A new fitness studio plans to open its doors Saturday, Nov. 5 in the Parklawn Shopping Center in North Bethesda.
Owners Arlet Koseian and Antonia Trigler will be offering a wealth of ways to get in shape—yoga and hot yoga, Zumba, Pilates and boot camp classes to name just a few.
You can sample some classes during their grand opening celebration, enjoy refreshments and take a look around their retail shop, which will offer beauty and holistic products, yoga apparel, accessories and jewelry. Single classes are $18 with packages available.
12106 Wilkins Ave., www.extendYoga.com