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Hospital Auxiliary Starts Annual Fundraising

Fort Dodge, IA - In sparkling, clear glass, the 2011 Angel of Love holds a star.And that star could shine in memory of or in honor of a loved one for anyone who donates to... more »

Santa in October? Stores are Doing ‘Christmas Creep’

Fresno, CA - It's October and store shelves are stocked with werewolf masks, Spider-Man costumes and Santa figurines. Santa? In October? Yep, the "Christmas creep" has retailers displaying holiday merchandise earlier and earlier as they... more »

Nielsens Gifts Prepares for a Celebration

Tulsa, OK - Nielsens has gone full circle just in time for a major anniversary. The legendary gift shop, which started as a mom and pop operation in the living room of a private home... more »

From Ashes to Rocks at the High Springs Emporium

High Springs, FL - Fire licks its way up the delicate feathers, consuming the creature in a pile of ashes. Out of this mass rises a colorful bird, reborn. The mythical phoenix is the logo... more »

Art and Culture to Admire, and Wrap Up for the Holidays

New York, NY - Museums are not just about learning and culture. Increasingly they are becoming shopping places for the committed consumer. As the holidays approach and New Yorkers are overwhelmed with family, friends, gift-buying... more »

Unique Shop Opens at Nino’s Restaurant in Mt. Pleasant

Mt. Pleasant, PA - Is it a gallery, an antique shop or a cafe?Actually it's a unique and fun combination of all three and more as the new Laurel Garden Shop at Nino's Restaurant is... more »

Small Sector Crafts Growth Potential

Dublin, Ireland - Irish craft and design is worth almost €500m to the economy and employs about 5,800FROM NEXT month, passengers passing through Dublin airport's Terminal 2 will be greeted by an exhibition of contemporary... more »

New Boutique Opens in Claremont

Claremont, CA - Rob Lewbel and Becky Morgan want Heirloom, their joint business venture, to be more than just a cool new addition to Claremont. Their dreams include having the diverse and interesting boutique be... more »

Shoppers, Merchants Team up to Give Local Economy a Boost

Clifton, NJ - Clifton Journal has partnered with the area's small business community in a new coupon program that promises significant savings for shoppers while helping to support the local economy.Small Business Saturday kicks off... more »

Char Crews Sells Gifts That Last a Lifetime—and Then Some

Hinsdale, IL - While serving an obvious purpose at the dinner table, the fine china and silver many families treasure play a role beyond being a vessel for food and drink.As a generation ages, they... more »