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ast Minute Holiday Help Top Tips for Dashing Merrily Toward the Holiday Finish Line While it seems that the Thanksgiving leftovers were just finished, the holiday season is here and that has many a yuletide procrastinator shaking in their snow boots. But they are not alone. In fact, according to the National Retail Federation, last year 35 million people had not even begun their holiday shopping 10 days before Christmas. Even if you’ve waited until the last minute to tackle your to-do list, there are many things you can do to help get everything done, and to give you more time to spend with loved ones.
Make a list, check it twice: Lists help you save time in the long run -- as you can consolidate your shopping trips.
Escape the traffic: Try shopping during extended hours, or, if you have the vacation time to spare, consider taking a weekday off in order to play catch-up.
Stay Local: Don’t forget your neighborhood mom and pop specialty stores. They usually offer great service and often have unusual or hard to find items without the lines.
By all means, delegate: Just because you’ve waited until the last minute does not absolve any family members of holiday duties. Assign some gift wrapping or the addressing of holiday greeting card envelopes to another family member.
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Our Local Favorites
Neighborhood businesses can save the day! Check out these last minute gifts ideas for the people on your list who have everything... Best thing? One size fits all! Unique Boutique
The Artists Eye
Designer toys, vintage collectibles and local artist gallery features works of Ron English, Kathie Olivas and others. Huge assortment of blindboxes and KidRobot toys. 3 N. New York Rd., Shop #7, Smithville - 609-404-4224
Captain May’s Bake Shop Puts a new spin on an old favorite. Each house is handmade and decorated with sugar and spice and everything nice. 6019 Main St., Mays Landing 609-625-0711
Perfect name - specialty and designer products everywhere you look. Don’t miss the Goffengel Pop-up scrapbooks. The books are a perfect, fun, whimsical gift for almost anyone. Must see to appreciate! 1205 Tilton Rd., Northfield 609-383-9696
Diane’s on Main This quaint Mays Landing gift shop features a great selection of sterling silver jewelry, collectibles, and accessories. The Dragonfly's Fantasy Flight Pin/Pendant (pictured above), is a one-of-a-kind beautifully crafted piece done in a sterling silver setting. Diane’s also offers personalized gift baskets for everyone on your shopping list. 6013 Main St., Mays Landing 609-625-6491
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Baked Goods
Captain May’s Bake Shop 6019 Main St., Mays Landing
609-625-0711
Irene’s Signature Desserts 6690 Black Horse Pike, Suite 3, EHT
609-677-1995
Candy
Sweet Things The Shoppes of Historic Smithville 609-652-2888
Flowers
County Seat Florist 5926 Main St., Mays Landing 609-625-3500 888-476-3500
Gift Baskets
Diane’s on Main 6013 Main St., Mays Landing 609-625-6491 Pratt’s Hill of Beans 6106 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township,
609-645-1894
Gift Certificates
Mays Landing Diner 6177 Harding Highway (Rt. 40) Mays Landing 609-625-5051
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#1 Power Ranger Jungle Fury Transforming Magazords by Bandia $40– Ages 4 +
Kids can’t get enough of the Power Rangers transforming action figures. The Jungle Fury sets offer 3 times the fun with3 small zords that combine into one Megazoid.
#2 Sit to Stand Alphabet Train by VTech $ $50 – 12 months +
Catchy toons and dancing elephant accompany learning with this evolving educational toy. Kids can sit and play or hop on and ride. Great fun learning the alphabet - even older kids like it.
#3 Ben 10 Alien Creation Chamber by Bandai $69 – Ages 4-10
Kids love to create their own Aliens. Kids can switch up the interchangeable parts and make different Aliens every time.
#4 Handy Manny’s Transforming Tool Truck by Fisher-Price $55 – Ages 3 +
Junior can pretend to build and fix things - just like dad. Spanish and English make this a great learning tool. Imagination and fine motor skills combine for hours of educational fun.
#5 Motion Controlled Disney Fairies/Sleeping Beauty by Jakks Pacific $60 – Ages 3-8 Little girls can pretend to be their favorite Disney Characters and their moves actually control the action on screen. The magic wand and wings seal the deal - girls love it!
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#1 Didj Custom Learning System by Leap Frog $50– Ages 6-10 One of the best hand-held games out there. Customizable fun and learning combined. Kids love creating their own avatar. Some problems with laptop syncing, but overall a great educational toy.
#2 Fun-2-Learn Computer Cool School by Fisher-Price $40 – Age 3+
Great introduction to computer usage. Kids love it - it keeps them busy for hours while teaching basic skills with cartoon favorites like Dora and Diego.
#3 Glow Station by Crayola $45 – Age 6 +
WOW - creativity without the mess. Kids of all ages love anything that glows in the dark. This is the mother of all rainy day toys. Some frustration when mistakes can’t be “erased” child must wait while designs fade away.
#4 Microscope Digital Kit by Celestron $80
Great for the scientists of the future. Amazing picture clarity. Very easy to set up. Comes with some great slides but kids liked creating their own “specimens.”
#5 Ride-On Toys
Classic Lights and Sounds Trike ($60) &Turbo Turtle ($50) by Radio Flyer Ride-on toys are still among mom and dad’s favorites and Radio Flyer sets the bar. Little ones enjoy the versatility of the new Turbo Turtle. Durable and colorful, the turtle is low, wide and stable despite casters that allow children to go in every direction. For kids over 24 months, the Classic Lights and Sounds Trike has all the bells and whistles expected plus hidden storage under the seat.
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Struggling to find the perfect gift for the guys in your life? Take our advice and keep it simple. Guys are complicated creatures are often self-sufficient when it comes to buying what they want. This year--start a fresh and make the guy in your life happy by getting them gifts they can appreciate all year long. Do you have sport fanatic or serious memorabilia collector in your life? Take a trip over to Old Tyme Sports in Mays Landing where you can find collectibles from his favorite sports teams to his favorite comic books. (Call 609-837-2734 for details.) Don’t forget the classic gift of flowers... not just for women anymore. Drive on down to County Seat Florist where you are sure to find a gift manly enough to put a smile on his face. They have floral arrange-
For the woman who has everything... These one-of-a-kind genuine leather handbags blend beautifully with all seasons and occasions while complementing every outfit in a wardrobe. Available at Karina’s Boutique in the Hamilton Mall, 609-645-1105.
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This hand-painted ceramic truck is a replica of the classic 1948 Ford F-1 pickup, created exclusively for Teleflora’s Flowers-in-a-Gift collection. After the flowers are gone, it makes a great knick-knack holder for the study. Dad will use it for years. Available at County Seat Florist in Mays Landing, 609-625-3500.
ments of all varieties sure to warm anyone's heart--especially his. The ideal gift is out there, it’s up to you to find it. The key is to find out what he likes and go from there. You will be surprised at what you might find. – Joedian Douglas It happens every year, the holidays sneak up and so many men struggle in the eleventh hour to find the perfect gift for the special woman in their lives. And lastminute shopping amidst endless gift suggestions can be overwhelming. There are so many great gifts that are reasonably priced, romantic doesn't have to mean expensive. Think about the things she likes to do, what she likes to eat, how she likes to look, and then surprise her with a thoughtful gift - the one that really makes the most lasting impression will be a reflection of what you love about her.
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