During the bustling holiday season - look no further than our backyard for the most incredible gift ideas for everyone on your list. We are lucky to live in a town with a robust marketplace where local shops, boutiques and businesses dot our community’s landscape, offering unique treasures, personal services and local goods. As consumers, supporting our local businesses contributes to the overall well-being of our community. As gift-givers - shopping locally will guarantee inspired creativity, whether finding a new artisan or discovering a unique experience.
The benefits of shopping local go beyond the hunt for a great gift. Neighborhood shop owners typically offer a level of personalized services to their community that is hard to find anywhere else - making hectic holiday shopping more enjoyable. Shopping small can also positively impact the environment, reducing long distances for shipping and transportation.
So, after checking that list twice, rediscover some of the small businesses in our area for all your gift-giving needs. Happy Shopping:
For your stylish wife check out lifestyle brand Marea for the must-haves fashion finds of the season including sweaters, sweatshirts, block print tote bags and jewelry.
Classic Cable Knit Cardigan in Flax
Retail Price: $168
shopmarea.com
Perfect for a co-worker or the teachers on your list, Fresh Flower Bar offers beautiful arrangements. Or for Grandma give the gift of a monthly subscription of seasonal floral arrangements with free delivery. Also available, the Forget Me Not Package, a flower delivery service on 5 special occasions of your choosing.
White Sangria bouquet
Retail price: $139
freshflowerbar.com
Looking for that unique gift for the amateur decorator in your life? Head over to No. 299 for an array of chic home goods and decor. Great ideas include a lux Alpaca Throw or Brooklyn Candle Studio’s moody and sophisticated Black Cardamom double wick candle or choose a coastal print from photographer Jill Mason in a handmade wood frame.
Best Laid Plans by photographer Jill Mason
Retail price:
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A great gift your daughter or for any beauty influencer in your life, are products from clean beauty brand Izzy. Izzy offers cruelty and zero waste products including perfect stocking stuffers like the buildable and refillable Zero Waste Mascara, the hydrating Glossy Lip Butter and the moisturizing Dew Bomb Glowy Hydrating Milk. Izzy is exclusively available in selection locations including another local favorite, Yoga For Everybody.
Dew Bomb Glowy Hydrating Milk
Retail Price: $52
yourizzy.com
For the workout enthusiast or even for that hectic mom, Prumatt offers great selection of activewear including a variety of leggings, sport bras and workout accessories. Now thru December 30th receive 30% on all orders.
Diamond Collar Vest Bra
Retail Price: $36
Serenity Flared Trousers
Retail Price: $78
prumatt.com
Add this to your pet lover’s list (or maybe this is actually for your furry best friend) Active Dog is known for keeping dogs happy in nature with exercise and socialization, as well as their grooming and boarding services. This season give the gift of a supervised nature hike which includes transportation or a more casual daily walk.
Gift Certificate for 2 Hikes
Retail Price: $125
activedog.org
The Holiday Markets in the area are another great way to shop local and discover new local brands and artisans:
Popshop Market Holiday Market
December 2nd
FTC
10AM-2:30PM
Shop a curated mix of elevated vendors and find something unique for someone special. Show your support for small businesses and shop small for the holidays
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Holiday Shop & Stroll
December 6th
6PM-9PM
Downtown
Enjoy a festive evening of local shopping with special discounts at participating stores. Find the latest in fashion, home decor, jewelry, toys, sporting goods books and more.
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