Beaufort’s Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop had a soft opening Nov. 14. Now the store, located at 2139 Boundary Street, Suite 106, will hold a grand opening celebration Jan. 18 and 19.

Sisters-in-law Pat and Ruthie Creek are the proprietors of the establishment

“Stop by and invite all your friends and family to see the new store. We’ve brought nature indoors and created a very calming, relaxing environment,” the Creeks said in a release.

More details about the celebration will be released later.

Wild Birds Unlimited carries a variety of seeds and seed blends that have been specially formulated to attract birds in this region. Seed blends are mixtures of seeds and nuts that numerous birds will eat. Seed will be delivered every week or two so customers get only the freshest bird food possible.

In addition, the retailer will carry bird feeders, bird houses and specialty garden and gift items not found elsewhere.

“We are very excited to share the hobby of backyard bird feeding with the residents of Beaufort and surrounding areas,” Pat Creek said. “This hobby is second only in popularity to gardening and is enjoyed by over 53 million Americans.”

Every seed purchase and most feeders come with a guarantee. The store also carries many items that are eco-friendly, in that they are made from recycled milk jugs and water bottles.

Beaufort’s Wild Birds Unlimited is part of the original and largest franchise system of backyard bird feeding and nature specialty stores with more than 275 locations throughout the United States and Canada.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>