Through out time, people come to the barber shop not only to get a haircut and a shave; but to get the news of the day. Carey's Avenue Barber Shop is no different. So come on in for a haircut, a shave, and a little bit of talk and news.
Throughout the years, barbershops have been more than just a place to get a haircut and a shave. They are also where men gather to discuss the news of the day; politics; or simply just to visit and catch up with old friends.
Read MoreHave you ever experienced a shave with a hot towel in the barbershop? If you said “Yes,” then you know what it’s all about and are hopefully looking forward to your next barbershop shave. If you said “No,” then keep reading for you do not know what you’re missing.
Read MoreMy brother, Jason, recently dropped an antique typewriter off at the barbershop. He wanted to give it to my daughter, Kathleen; but she already has an antique typewriter. I suggested he leave it at the shop
Read MoreWilkes-Barre was called the Diamond City. Because of the abundance of black diamonds coming from the ground created coal mining, manufacturing, and railroad jobs in the region. This industry flourished during the 19th and 20th centuries ending in the late 1950’s and 60’s.
Read MoreWe all receive and make change every day. The Barbershop is no different. Change is coming to the Barbershop this July.
Read MoreWhen I was considering a logo for the barbershop, I wanted to utilize the Carey Crest in some way. The crest design remains the same; but I updated to sable to the barbering colors of red, white, and blue. Within each rose is set a symbol of the tools of the trade, scissor & comb, clipper, and razor.
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Read MoreThe barber shop is considered a step back in time to an era that probably never existed. One might think walking into the shop that time stopped some time back in the 1920's or 30's; but with three clocks prominently displayed on the walls, time certainly has not stopped.
Read MoreDisney World has hidden Mickeys; The Barber Shop has Hidden Mr. Peanuts. Read more about Mr. Peanut and his importance to Wilkes-Barre as you hang around the barber shop...
Read MoreThe Agnes Flood of 1972 set a line in time throughout the Wyoming Valley. When I was a kid, my brothers and I searched for treasure among the trash and the mud of our part of Wilkes-Barre. Read more to find the connection between an old barrel lamp and 1972 through Flood Mud.
Read MoreSitting on a go-kart tire in the shop is an ever growing rubber band ball. Pictured here the ball rests in a a place of honor. Also shown is an older photo of the ball when it was not so grown up.
Read MoreThe coffee table is the resting place for more than just magazines, glasses, cups, and hats. It contains a number of items worth a second look. Open up this entry to read about this special piece of furniture and all it contains.
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