A Customer’s Point-Of-View

The following video is one a customer filmed of our gallerie a few months back. He walked into our gallerie and enjoyed the art and the environment so much that he asked if he could film a video. Little did we know that it would turn into this!

Abrash Galerie, Cleveland from Cemal Ekin on Vimeo.

Cleveland.com says “Buy a Rug, Take a Yoga Class at Abrash”

When writer Rosemary Downing walked into our gallerie, she seemed so interested in what it was we had to offer.  She wanted to know about our story, and learn about the pieces we had available.  She sat down and listened to my daughter who occasionally comes in as a helping hand, as she described what it was that we bring to the culture of Cleveland Heights by having this gallerie.

It seems she was so delighted that she felt compelled to publish a story about us.  To read the article, click here.

Open House, Spring 2009

The focus of our Open House this time was newly created quilt jackets as part of our unique wearable art collection.  The jackets are one-of-a-kind, hand-sewn patchwork designs with antique materials.  Our guests appreciated these special features and we appreciated their great enthusiasm.

Dr. John T. Carey Memorial AIDS Walk

On Sunday, December 14th, Abrash Gallerie supported a benefit for the Dr. John T. Carey Memorial AIDS Walk by hosting a reception after a private screening of the movie “Milk” at the Cedar Lee Theatre across the street. The event was a great opportunity for about 200 people to get together on a cold Cleveland night over warm conversation and reflection. We thank you most sincerely for joining us to support this worthy cause. We hope to see all of you back at the gallerie soon. Have a wonderful holiday season!

RugNews.com says “Abrash Thrives on Eclectic Merchandising, Fun Promotions and No-Sale Policy”

In a nice article written on RugNews.com, our gallerie was described as “eye-catching” and “thriving”: two words we love associated with our space.  Thanks to author, Denise Gallaghr, who I was briefly able to speak with, for posting a wonderful and honest story about this location.

To read the article, click here.

Open House

Dear Friends and Clients,

It was a pleasure to see so many of you last weekend.  I truly enjoyed the company and am grateful for your time and care.  The weather, especially on Saturday, was indeed a challenge for all of us, and I know that hot soup, tasty food and good wine was only a small consolation for your effort to come.  If you could not join us this time, not to worry as I look forward to other happy occasions in the future to host you.

Please share your thoughts and opinions with others in this blog.  You can be sure that I will listen to your feedback and act on any recommendations and advice.

Abrash is committed to serve you with utmost dedication and quality.

Yours sincerely,

Tuba Gokoglu, the owner of Abrash Gallerie

JCC Donor Dinner, September 2008

Abrash was delighted to be a partner with The Mandel Jewish Community Center (JCC) to host an appreciation day for JCC donors.  The event took place during the Jewish Film Festival held at the Cedar Lee Theater.  The delicious food and impeccable catering services provided by the Executive Caterers at Landerhaven added another fine touch to our senses already aroused by the fine rugs and arts in the store.  Our guests certainly appreciated the dedicated evening held in their honor at our pleasant environment.  Following the event, we all crossed the street to the Film Festival at the Cedar Lee.  The guests and JCC made a point that we should turn this event to an annual tradition.

ASID Designer Event @ Abrash, 2007

Abrash hosted American Society of Interior Designers, Northeast Chapter.  The designers enjoyed seeing the rug collection at Abrash while savoring home-made food by Tuba.

Tango Night, September 2007

Tango dancers of Cleveland enjoyed an evening at Cleveland Museum of Art’s VIVA series wathching the group from Buenos Aires followed by the gathering at Abrash.  The dancers from the Buenos Aires Tango group joined us after their show.  Guests danced until 3:00 a.m.