Jan 7, 2012

Needham Business of the Month: Prelude Gifts, Located at 324 Chestnut St.By Emily CataneoWickedLocal.com

Needham, MA – Margo Heller-Levy, owner of gift store Prelude Gifts, talked to the Needham Times about her favorite product available in her store; why the store is located in Needham and what kinds of things shoppers might find in the store.

How long have you been in Needham and why did you decide to open a store here?

I have owned Prelude Gifts for close to eight years. I purchased the store from previous owners who opened the store approximately 18 years ago. Needham is a great community. My husband and I lived in Needham for 25 years. Our children, who are now 31 and 27, went through the Needham Public Schools. My husband, Doug Levy, recently retired from teaching in the Needham Public Schools for close to 38 years! I have always wanted to own a small store. Retail is in my blood since my grandfathers and father were all merchants. Purchasing Prelude Gifts was one of the best decisions I have ever made, and Needham was the natural choice. It is also the fourth business I have owned and definitely the most fun!

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