Shop 'Til You Drop

What can I say about the weather? Horrible! But it's perfect for shopping - let's shop!

Main Street Sweets/Ben & Jerry's is making a special offer to non-profit community groups. Groups of 12 or more can get one scoop of Ben & Jerry's ice cream cones for $2 each or two scoop cones for $3 each. Eligible groups include sports teams, boy and girl scouts, school organizations and more. Call 631-288-5753 for more information.

With Father's Day coming up, I thought I should let you know about all the cool new things Little Lucy's Canine Couture, 91 Jobs Lane, Southampton, has for the man and his dog! Look for new dog T's saying "Daddy's Little Buddy" and "Daddy's Girl" that have arrived. There are also official New York Yankees and Mets dog apparel for the sports fans, along with dog breed needlepoint pillows, and "golf club" dog toys.

Nearby at Gym Source, 23 Windmill Lane, look for a floor model sale with incredible discounts and runaway prices on treadmills, ellipticals, free weights, bikes, stationary bicycles and more. Get shopping and get moving!

Casual Home, on County Road 39A in Southampton, is having a "no tax sale" on its comfy, casual furniture and accessories. It's in the same building as it used to be, but has moved into the center store.

There is a little hidden gem that is tucked in at 675B North Sea Road in Southampton. Birthright's - The Red Barn Thrift Shoppe is a non-denominational, international, not-for-profit agency offering a variety of services to pregnant women who seek support for themselves and their unborn babies. The Thrift Shoppe features art, antiques, bric-a-brac, collectibles, china, furniture, accessories, fabrics, jewelry, cribs, high chairs and new and gently used clothing for everyone from infants to great-grandparents. Right now there is a "Spring/Summer Super Sale," with 25% off storewide, including new inventory. The Barn is staffed by a wonderful team of volunteers, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Quality donations are accepted by appointment, call 631-287-6456.

At Williams-Sonoma, in the Bridgehampton Commons, find a great gift for Dad that says it all: Get him "everything for making Paninis." He can do it himself when he feels like a delicious grilled sandwich, burger, chicken and more. The exclusive Breville Ikon Panini Press is on sale for $99.95. Go for it!

Nearby, right across from T.J. Maxx, at Beach Reads, a brand new bookshop, there is something for everyone. If you clip out the coupon in Dan's Papers, you can save 25% off some of your favorites. Otherwise, the shop offers 20% off all books. There are also magazines. Open every day, at Beach Reads, every day is a sale day!

If you are looking for Rumrunner Home, in East Hampton Village, it has moved to 330 Montauk Highway in Wainscott. Same furniture, same deals, same happy faces... Look for beautiful home furnishings and accessories for both indoors and out. You will find tea patio lounges, and dining tables that seat eight, among other great pieces of home furniture. Get going, while they are still on the menu.

I found that Harden solid wood poster bed one of my readers asked for a few weeks ago. It is available, and on sale, at the 1670 Furniture House on Route 48 in Southold. The bed is available in Queen and King, in cherry or antique white finish. Call 631-765-2000 for information.

A Great Summer Read: At the end of the shopping day, I had straight for the beach. I am going to relax with Dan Rattiner's newest book, One Year On The Hampton Subway, what else? It is the read of the summer! If you would like an autographed copy, call Dan's Papers at 631-537-0500, and ask for Lori Berger. Meet the author himself on Saturday, June 20 at 5 p.m. at Bookhampton, on Main St., in Amagansett, where Dan will be reading from his book and would be happy to autograph a copy for you. Tell him you read about it here.

Until next week, ciao and happy rainy day shopping!

Having a sale, getting new inventory, are you a new kid on the block? Comments or questions? Please e-mail me at shoptil@danspapers.com or via fax at 631-726-0189.

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