Dan's Papers - June 15, 2007 - Shop 'Til You Drop

The weather has been just about perfect and the shops are getting hotter and hotter with great new inventory and sales. This was a special weekend, my grandson Joseph and granddaughter Krista drove out to say hi and spend some quality time with me. And, of course, we did some shopping!

Nautique National Flags & Flagpoles on Montauk Highway in Westhampton Beach has the answer to your gift giving questions for dad on his day - June 17. Flagpole specialists for the past 25 years, there are fun flags, US flags, historic, national, nautical and custom flags that might just be the right fit for dad...Or, how about a weathervane, cupola, windsock, banner or burgee? Stop in and you will be surprised at what you will find.

At Anyas Boutique at 28D Jobs Lane in Southampton, just in from Paris, IKKS dresses ad shirts, which are a great addition to all the cool stuff in stock in the shop from around the world. Stop in and say hi, this shop is worth the trip. With Father's Day coming up, there are many stores offering great gift ideas. At Country Gardens in Bridgehampton on Snake Hollow Road there are great deals on barbecues ad accessories. How about an Aruba or Barbados hammock for under $50? The garden center is packed with summer tools and happenings including bird feeders, bird food, birdbaths, pool necessities, garden equipment and plants galore.

On Main Street in Bridgehampton, at Loaves & Fishes Cookshop, you will be in heaven with all the fabulous home and outdoor merchandise. This shop is more than a Viking dealer, they will hand deliver and assemble any grill just in time for Dad to do dinner on the patio. The shop is filled with beautiful dinnerware, flatware, glassware, kitchen equipment, serving pieces and, of course, barbeque grills.

Also on Main Street in Bridgehampton at Alice B. King Fine Stationary & Gifts, your one-stop-shop ideas will absolutely pay off. This is a shop where everyone loves to browse and leave with a shopping tote filled with great gifts for everyone on your list. For dads on their day, it would be a good idea to stop here and pick out something special just for him. Alice has a "to do" list where you can get your ideas for gift giving. How about a journal, guest book or photo album? You can order party invitations, Lloyd Harrington correspondence cards, Hamptons note cards, place cards, hand painted birthday cards and have them gift wrapped.

Nearby at B. Glorioso's new location at 2405 Main Street in Bridgehampton, look for fashion, housewares, accessories and handmade jewelry by Benita Glorioso. Benita has just introduced a brand new jewelry collection that is especially designed to add ambiance to a dream wedding...Stop in and you will be pleasantly surprised.

Why not stop into Whites Pharmacy on Main Street to do a little shopping for Father's Day. There is always something special here for him. How about Braun and Norelco razors, Zadro mirrors, shaving brushes or his favorite cologne? There is plenty to choose from, so get going!

Sag Harbor, my hometown, is busier than ever this season. Walking Main Street while zigging in and out of the passing tourists and summer visitors is worth the trip to the village. I stopped off at Australian Femininity on Main Street for a look at what Karen was doing for the summer shoppers. This is a must-stop-shop for sure. There are fabulous new summer dresses for graduations and proms that will make you look and feel like a celebrity. There is a large selection of cute daywear along with a line of lace jacquard tops that are very flattering. You will love the eclectic accessories that include jewelry for every occasion at very affordable prices. My granddaughter Krista loves this shop! I won't even tell you how many filled shopping totes we left with...Oy, I need a raise!

Until next week. Ciao and Happy Dad's Day Shopping!

If your shop is having a sale, new inventory, are a new business or have relocated, and you want everyone to know about it, please e-mail me at:shoptil@danspapers.com and at Newkids@danspapers.com or via fax at: 631-537-6755. I would love to hear all about it!