Business on MLK Picking up Steam

On MLK, between 6th and 7th Ave. N., a number of storefronts have earned a reputation for being empty. However, the strip of stores has gained momentum in recent months and is currently full with businesses.

Growing Up had its grand opening last week and offers natural and organic baby products. Some of the shoppable items include cleaning supplies, skincare and toys. The store not only sells unique baby items, but also hosts daily and weekly events: storytime, chiropractic care and music class to name a few.

Next door to Growing Up is . The state-of-the-art facility offers advice from personal trainers and nutritionists as well as a full lineup of exercise equipment. With 24-hour services, Core Fitness Studio is geared toward folks who crave optimum results.

Just a hop, skip and a jump away from the corner, is a full service design company. Most assignments can be done in house with the onsite recording studio (green screen capabilities) and a team of experts to help.

To top it all off, is conveniently located at the south end of the block, offering coffee, tea and delicious food, seven days a week.