Dan's Papers - January 16, 2009 - Shop Till You Drop

With the winds howling and the snow falling, I still do my shopping so that I can get the word out to all my readers about all the winter sales that are happening. The shops are filled with great winter deals and sales so that you can fill your closets with new fashions and accessories and maybe even add a new thing or two to your home. Let's shop!

Ananda Yoga and Wellness, tucked nicely in the mini mall, on Hampton Road in Southampton (between Aunt Suzie's and One Stop Pet), has just updated its retail boutique inventory. It's not only the large selection of yoga clothing, mats and accessories any more, now you will find great jewelry, books, journals, CDs and candles that include the newly arrived "Purple Heart Candle Collection" that are made from recycled bottles and natural essential oils. The shop is open seven days a week, all year long. Log onto their website for more information at anandayogawellness.com.

Mermaids & Magic, sitting pretty at 10 Jagger Lane in Southampton, is where you pick out a special gift for a friend or for a special place in your home. There is a large selection of weather vanes, fairy doors, pirate toys and lots of mermaids and angels. Right now there is new inventory that include party decorations and lots of goodies to choose for Valentines Day, which is right around the corner. Don't miss the sale that is now in progress on select items. By popular demand, the owner, Erica, will be giving weekly craft classes including mosaic, beading, tie dying, building dollhouses, herb fairy, coaster stamping, painting your jeans and jackets and creating your personal Valentine gift classes. Stop in on Saturday, January 31, 1 to 4 p.m. for an Open House. Call 631-283-6670 for information. I'll see you there!

At Hildreth's in Southampton and East Hampton, there is an "everything's on sale" deal in progress. You can save up to 70% off storewide and get your house prettied up for the winter. Maybe a comfy new couch, or a bright new lamp, whatever...this is a sale not to be missed, so get going while the flavor lasts.

At the Piano Barn, on Montauk Highway in Water Mill, you'll find all kinds of pianos for sale, and some are on clearance. Just think, you can be playing the piano tomorrow!

Bridgehampton Pharmacy, 2450 Main Street in Bridgehampton, (sister store of the East Hampton Pharmacy) where you can get your prescription filled in 10 minutes with a personal touch, has a fine array of bath and beauty products. There is so much to choose from if you are looking for a special gift, greeting cards, candles and more.

OFF THE BEATEN TRACK (just a little bit): Look for a Grand Opening Celebration with refreshments and music for Precision Design's new location: Eastport Custom Frame Shoppe, 491-D Montauk Highway, Eastport, that will be held on Sunday Jan. 18, 2 to 5 p.m. A quaint and cheerful Shoppe located on the south side of the highway, between Art & Soul Gallery and The Deli, is set back from the road with its own convenient parking lot. There is a large selection of fine mats and photo frames, framed art, antiques and special gifts. The Shoppe is offering 25% off custom framing and a free gift with a purchase of $50 or more! For further info call 631-325-4008 or visit precision-design.biz.

Nearby, the Art & Soul Gallery, 495 Montauk Highway, Eastport will also have a reception for January's collection of "Painters, Potters, Photographers and Poets" in an expression of a theme - "New Beginnings" - Sunday Jan. 18, 3 to 5pm. There will be live music by Kristian Einstman and culinary delights by Julie Jacobs of Tierra Mar, Atlantica. Admission: $5. For further info call: 631-325-1504 or visit artsoulgallery.com.

Until next week, Ciao and happy winter shopping!

Having a sale, getting new inventory, new kid on the block? Comments or questions? Please e-mail me at: shoptil@danspapers.com or via fax: 631-726-0189. My readers would love to know all about it.