Dan's Papers -December 5, 2008 -

Here we go again, the shops are packed and the parking lots are full with holiday shoppers. The sales are going strong and I think that the gifts will be wrapped earlier than usual this year with all the head start shoppers. Let's do it!

Fandango, 48A W. Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, is giving back to friends and customers with a 20% discount on all purchases made between now and December 31. You'll find a fabulous collection of unique clothing, jewelry and accessories for every woman on your gift list. Layaways (remember them?) are available, as well gift certificates and free gift-wrapping. 631-728-3704.

Hampton Bays' Bar Boy, on Montauk Highway, is presenting quite a selection of work islands for your kitchen, den or whatever room. A brand new inventory has just arrived and there are quite a few to choose from, just in time for the extra workspace in all sizes shapes and wood finishes for the holidays, and they're affordably priced from $159 to $469. Don't pass up all the kitchen equipment and holiday dinnerware, stemware and more. Check out www.barboyonline.com for a look.

Twist, 46 Jobs Lane, Southampton, is hosting a "Holiday Party" on Saturday, December 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. Everyone is invited to celebrate and save for the holidays. They'll have great sales, a free gift with purchases from select designers, surprise raffles, snacks, refreshments and much more.

Stop over at Little Lucy's Canine Couture, 91 Jobs Lane, Southampton, for the perfect gift for that precious dog in your life. There are cute, unique holiday bow ties, reindeer and Santa hats, Mr. & Mrs. Santa outfits, warm coats, cashmere sweaters, fancy holiday biscuits, toys and custom designed dog gift baskets that can be ordered by phone at 631-287-2352. Santa will be peeking in to check out all the "new" puppies stopping in to see if they've been bad or good. Stop in for complimentary holiday people and pet treats, and browse.

Broken Colour Works, on Hampton Road, Southampton, will be hosting a "Holiday Open House" from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 6. Artist Carl Knorr, first prizewinner at this summer's Southampton Art Show, will be on hand from 3 to 5 p.m. for a meet and greet and there will be a raffle of one of his prints that are available for purchase. Don't miss this one!

Surface Library Gallery & Atelier, 845 Springs Fireplace Road, East Hampton, will be hosting a reception for "The Gift of Art" show. Ten percent of all sales will benefit the East End Special Players on Saturday, December 6, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The show features artful gifts created by resident artists Bob Bachler and James Kennedy, along with an eclectic selection of original design and art objects. The design palette explores combinations of textile, paper, bamboo, hand-painted wood and ceramic, all specially tailored for gift giving.

A "Holiday Shopping Event," 30% off at Ralph Lauren and Rugby stores on Main Street in East Hampton and at ralphlauren.com is in progress from now until Monday, December 8. Print out the promo code and bring it to your favorite store. Get going, merchandise is flying out the door!

The "Holiday Gift Sets" are available just in time for gift giving at Atlantic Skin & Laser Center, 530 Montauk Highway, Amagansett. While you're there, grab a tan. The holiday specials are now available.

Gurney's Inn & Resort, in Montauk, is offering "Gurney's Gift Cards" for your special someone for anything and everything happening there throughout the year. You can order the card at the Inn, by phone 631-668-2345 or online www.gurneysinn.com

NEW KID ON THE BLOCK: A brand new retail business has opened its doors just in time for the holiday season. GeekHampton, 154 W. Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, in conjunction with Twin Peak Geeks, owners Sheryl Heller and Mike Avery have set up shop to be on hand for all Apple users purchasing new computers, a full range of Mac accessories and Macintosh tech support and consulting. For holiday gift giving, check out the unique selection of iPod and iPhone accessories, geek gadgets and gifts for everyone. Now you'll have the option of bringing your computers to GeekHampton's on-site repair center for troubleshooting, memory upgrades, hard drive replacements, tune-ups and program installations. Heller and Avery will continue to buzz around the Hamptons, providing in-home and in-office tech support and repairs. For information, call them at 631-723-3660.

Until next week, ciao and "Happy Holiday" shopping!

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