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WISH BOOK Christmas 2015 Edition
Shop Locally This Holiday Season! A Catalog Full of
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holiday shopping season will be eligible for the Grand Prize Drawing of $250. The weekly drawings for Wolfeboro bucks continue through Friday, January 8th, and are redeemable at any participating Discover Wolfeboro business. Entry can be made every week at every business: Dive Winnipesaukee, Champagne Taste, Gatherings by Stellaloona, The Nordic Skier, Downtown Grille Cafe, Artisans Corner, Mill Street Meat Market, The Sandy Martin Gallery, Wolfeboro Cross-Country Ski Assoc, Butternuts Good Dishes, Made on Earth, Winni Paw Station, Capelli’s Hair & Body Salon, Wolfeboro Casuals, Bridges’ Hallmark, The Country Bookseller, The Art Place, Back Bay Clothing, Full Moon Paddleboard, Moondala Yoga Studio, Seven Suns Coffee & Tea, and Black’s Paper and Gift Shop. Look for the “Discover Wolfeboro Here� sign at the door of participating shops. For more info visit the Discover Wolfeboro Facebook page and the social media of any Discover Wolfeboro merchant, or contact coordinator Barbara Wilson at 603.986.4191.
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— OFF THE SHELF — Christmas Gifts For The Bibliophile
by Debby Montague Book Reviewer
“There are many people — happy people, it usually appears — whose thoughts at Christmas always turn to books. The notion of a Christmas tree with no books under it is repugnant and unnatural to them.”
–Robertson Davies (1913-1995)
Is there a book lover on your Christmas list? Do you despair at finding a book that he or she doesn’t own or hasn’t read that suits his or her particular interest? Does your bibliophile love mysteries, but you’ve found her taking liquor boxes full of rejects to the humane society book sale? Does he read a thriller every three days, but the only ones he keeps on the shelves are the early Fleming, Clancy, Follett, and Le Carré the others left behind on airplanes, at the office, or put into the bins at the grocery store? Are biographies your bibliophile’s thing, but you’ve found a whole shelf of so-called “must read” biographies on the bottom shelf of the book-
The Loon Center’s 23rd Annual
Holiday Open House
Saturday, November 28th • 10 am - 2 pm • FREE ADMISSION Crafts for Kids • Hayrides • Face Painting by Stacey Special Apprearance by Santa! • Balloon Sculptures by Mr. Phil Nature Display by the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Refreshments • Raffle Drawing 10% Off Store-wide & 20% for Members
shelf in the far corner? Don’t fear the Christmas shopping season for your book lover! I’m a bibliophile and I’m here to help. Here are five suggestions for gifts for the bibliophile: 1. If your mystery lover puts Rex Stout’s Nero Wolfe mysteries, or any of the classic mystery authors (Christie, Marsh, Hammett, Gardner) at the top of the list, one day when she is out of the house carefully peruse her Wolfe shelves. She will have several: one for hardcovers, one for special groupings of paperbacks, one for reference, etc. On the hardcover shelves look for a book club edition of Murder By The Book or Before Midnight and track down
Great Gifts For The Book Lover On Your List!
For Info CALL 476-5666 (LOON) 183 Lee’s Mill Rd • Moultonborough Shop Open Thur.-Sat. 9-5
at the Markus Wildlife Sanctuary All proceeds benefit LOON research and protection in NH
Moulton Farm Farm Market Open Everyday Through January 3rd !
a first edition. If you can’t find a first from the original publisher foreign first editions can be a welcome addition to her collection. Warning: this can be time consuming and expensive 2. Say the thriller aficionado has some raggedy, much loved paperback copies of William F. Buckley Jr.’s early Blackford Oakes spy novels. Check your local bookstore or go online.
Taking Holiday Bread & Pie Orders • Great Selection of Trees Wreaths • Gift Baskets for Friends & Family Poinsettias Galore! and Much More!
www.moultonfarm.com • Open Daily 8 am - 5:30 pm We will be Open until 3 pm on Christmas Eve & New Years Eve!
18 Quarry Road (Off Rt. 25) • Meredith, NH
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Shop The Lakes Region’s Largest Variety of wine gifts, racks, stemware, markers, dry bars
Over 25,000
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Rt. 11, Gilford, across from Wal Mart Plaza • 527-1331
Open 7 Days: Mon-Wed 10-5, Thur & Fri 10-6, Sat 9-5, Sun 11-4
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Wishbook Gift Ideas HAPPY JACK’S CIGAR, PIPE & TOBACCO SHOP
71 Church St., Laconia • 528-4092 • www.happyjacksonline.com
SAVINELLI PIPES For one of the largest and finest selections of pipes you’ve ever seen, shop for your pipe smoker at Happy Jack’s Cigar, Pipe & Tobacco Shop. Not only does Peter sell pipes, he has one of the few businesses that still does stem repair.
CIGAR SAMPLER For the cigar aficionado, select a variety of smokes, and present them as a sampler. Expert help is available from Peter at the “biggest little store in town.”
CIGAR HUMIDOR If the cigar smoker in your life treats his smokes better than his car, you’ll score high with a cigar humidor for perfectly humidified storage.
LOTS OF HOLIDAY GOODIES! We are gearing up for the Holiday Season... did you know that we sell jewelry, scarves, bags, candles, and so much more?
Route 3, Weirs Beach www.kellerhaus.com • 603-366-4466
MUGS Right & Left Handwarmer Mugs - Made in the USA! These mugs are unusual & perfect for snuggling up with a cup of hot cocoa, Lakehouse Coffee or Tea Forte! A nice gift idea for that left handed person in your life too! By Clay in Motion.
COOKIE JARS Whimsical & elegant cookie jars for the holidays or everyday! From Santas and Snowmen to Elves & Shotgun shell cookie jars, Kellerhaus has loads of functional and adorable houseware gifts! Fill them with our premium chocolates or a gift certificate!
DR. WHO Dr. Who Dalek beanies, Tardis tins, silk ties, heat reactive mugs, puzzles & posters! Kellerhaus has your Dr. Who fans covered too!
MOULTON FARM
BAYSWATER BOOKS
18 Quarry Rd (off Rt. 25) • Meredith, NH www.moultonfarm.com • 603-279-3915
12 Main St., Center Harbor • 253-8858
MORE THAN BOOKS! Hats, Scarves, Boot Socks, Leather Bags & Wallets Shop Local this Season ...It Matters!
KELLERHAUS
START A NEW FAMILY TRADITION We have children’ Christmas stories galore! Stop and check out our selection of Christmas books and start YOUR tradition today!
BEYOND OBSESSION
822 Whittier Hwy (Rt. 25), Moultonborough 476-3200 • www.beyondobsessionnh.com
CSA FARM SHARE
Unique Gift Idea for that Hard to Buy for Person on your list. How about a CSA 2016 Farm Share from Moulton Farm? PERFECT!
GREAT SELECTION OF FRESH CHRISTMAS TREES, WREATHS, POINSETTIAS....
GIFT BASKETS FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST!
THE ART PLACE
9 North Main Street • Downtown Wolfeboro, NH theartplace.biz • 603-569-6159
MADE IN USA
JEWELRY & ACCESSORIES
More than Jewelry...we also have Scarves and Handbags and so much more! Affordable for everyone... Santa, too!
Beyond Obsession has a large table of Made in the USA Necklaces such as this etched leaf design made from natural dumortierte. Prices for USA pieces range between $9.00 and $19.00. Check out our large selection of USA designed fashion jewelry pieces priced between $5.00 and $19.00.
HANDBAGS
Beyond Obsession carries many varieties of handbags, wallets and wristlets. You will find unique designs at prices between $10.00 and $35.00. Don’t forget to visit our bargain table with drastically reduced sale items.
EMILY MARSH EXHIBIT
Nov 27 – Dec 17 Featuring the original acrylic paintings from Emily’s Nouveau NH 2016 Calendar that whimsically illustrate the beautiful seasons in our area. Calendars also on sale.
PETER FERBER ORIGINALS, PRINTS & CARDS ...Quintessential and
timeless NE scenes captured with exquisite detail and joy are on show year round exclusively at The Art Place.
LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE WOOD CHART
Elaborate, contoured detail of Winnipesaukee’s shores and islands carefully crafted from laser-cut layers of Baltic birch. Ready to hang in a solid wood frame.
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Wishbook Gift Ideas ANNALEE DOLLS
LOON’S FEATHER GIFT SHOP
8 Maple Street • Meredith, NH annalee.com • 603-707-5385
183 Lee’s Mill Rd • Moultonborough, NH www.loon.org • 603-476-5666 (LOON)
2015 LOONS - SPIRITS OF THE NORTH CALENDAR:
PEACE LOVE & LOONS TIE-DYE TEE SHIRT
Available in Youth sizes S-L and Onesies newborn to 24 months
Common loons, whose haunting SOLITUDES LOON calls rivet lakeside listeners, are known as “Spirits of the ECHO LAKE North”. Twelve magnificent Drift along the shore of Loon Echo full-color photographs depict Lake and relax to the melodic call these beloved birds in their of the loon. Dan Gibson’s finest natural, North American habitat. recordings have been mixed with The large format wall calendar music to tribute the northern wilderfeatures four bonus months of ness. Total time 73:20 September through December.
WHIMSICAL DECORATIONS
Annalee Christmas elves can be posed many merry ways! They add playfulness to any holiday display!
ASSEMBLED IN AMERICA
Visit the Annalee Gift Shop and watch dolls being made by designers taught by Annalee herself!
HEARTFELT GIFTS
Browse through the new Christmas collections and find a gift for friends and family that will make them smile!
SALMON FALLS
STONEWARE
TRADITIONAL NEW ENGLAND SALT-GLAZE POTTERY
75 OAK ST. DOVER, NH (603) 749-1467 WWW.SALMONFALLS.COM HOLIDAY HOURS MON.-SUN. 9AM-6PM
Closing at 3 pm on Christmas Eve
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Wishbook Gift Ideas EM HEATH
Heath’s Supermarket, 12 C Main St. Center Harbor • 253-4312 Heath’s Hardware, 318 Whittier Highway • Center Harbor •253-4381
EM HEATH’S SUPERMARKET
Come fill up YOUR shopping cart ...at EM Heaths Supermarket!
12 C Main Street, Center Harbor, NH 253-4312
EM HEATH’S HARDWARE “Dealer in Most Everything”
WOLFEBORO POWER EQUIPMENT CO. INC. 25 Bay Street, Wolfeboro, NH (located near Frog Hollow) www.wolfeboropowerequipment.com • 603-569-3228
COUNTRY DRUMMER JEWELERS
60 Whittier Hwy (Rt. 25), Harbor Square, Moultonborough • 253-9947
CUSTOM JEWELRY SERVICE... at The Country Drummer Jewelers! An owneroperated jewelry store since 1979. Featured inventory... loose diamonds and colored gem stones, bracelets, rings, earrings and more!
CITIZEN WATCHES at The Country Drummer Jewelers in Moultonborough NH. We carry Citizen watches and offer watch and jewelry repair as well as battery replacement for your watch.
WOLFSON JEWELERS
2 Post Office Square • Downtown Plymouth, NH wolfsonjewelers.com • 603-536-4344
STIHL CHAINSAW
Give that special someone something special. STIHL offers a wide selection of gifts, from stocking stuffers like apparel and premixed fuel, to legendary chainsaws, blowers and trimmers.
PORTABLE GENERATOR
CHAIN SAW CHAPS
Provide full wrap-around protection for a user’s lower leg area, reducing risk or severity of injury in the event of contact with the rotating saw chain
Anyone who has wished they had electricity when no power was available will appreciate the value of this gift!
CITIZEN ECO-DRIVE WATCHES...come in an array
of attractive styles and colors, perfect for casual or dresswear. They are light powered and never require a new battery!
WILD BIRD DEPOT
Rte. 11 (across from Walmart) • Gilford, NH www.wildbirddepot.com • 603-527-1331
SEED SAVER 200 SQUIRREL PROOF BIRD FEEDER 100% red & grey squirrelproof. 100% chew-proof. 100 yr. guarantee. Exclusive 60-day unconditional moneyback guarantee at-home trial period. MSRP: $49.99 Wild Bird Depot Sale: $39.99
BIRD BATH DEICER
Lies in the bottom of any bird bath. Easily affordable 40 watt, shallow bird bath de-icer. Fully grounded with three-prong supply cord. Safe in all bird baths
SUET FEEDERS
comes in a rainbow of colors and shapes, with nature and celestial themes. Prices starting under $30.
DIAMOND JEWELRY
From “You and I” diamond rings to Heartbeat diamond pendants, we have the perfect piece of diamond jewelry for that special someone this holiday season.
VIKING HOUSE
19 N. Main St. • Concord, NH vikinghouse.com • store@vikinghouse.com • 603-228-1198
EUROPEAN HOLIDAYS
Over 2 dozen types to attract all your birds. This winter, choose to feed wild birds from the smallest downy woodpecker to New England’s largest pileated woodpecker
HOLLY YASHI JEWELRY
We carry a delicious assortment of foods and beverages from Europe! Enjoy cookies, candy, cheese, herring, and specialty baking ingredients. Unique gifts for everyone on your list!
TROLLBEADS…the original since 1976! This Danish jewelry line is absolutely stunning! Make her holiday season extra special with a thoughtfully designed bracelet, necklace or pair of earrings!
VERA BRADLEY...is a favorite for all ages! Featuring one of the largest selections around, you’re sure to find the perfect purse, backpack, scarf, wallet or accessory to complete any outfit!
Bayswater Book Co.
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Bayswater Book Co. Shop Local.... Matters! Free —It Gift Wrapping Available Open 7 Days 12 Main St. Center Harbor, NH 603.253.8858 Free Gift Wrapping Available
Open 7 Days
Treat your Home for the Holiday
12 Main St. Center Harbor, NH 603.253.8858
’s greeting n o s a s se La-Z-Boy Recliners Starting at $399
YOUR CHOICE LARGE OR SMALL RECLINER Reg. $1,918 NOW $1,299
Visit our new Stickley Gallery SHOP LOCAL, HANDCRAFTED & AFFORDABLE
THE
Edge
“Made for Life�
A Handcrafted Boutique
? Tie Dye & Batik Clothing ? Pottery ? HOME DECOR ?JEWELRY 217 Whittier Hwy (Rt. 25, across from Canoe) Center Harbor, NH ?B a t h & B o d y Open Thursday thru Sunday 11am to 5pm www.TheEdgeTieDye.com • 603.250.8079
Simple Elegance Linville Reg. 828 NOW $599 (select fabrics)
SWEET SEASON....
2015 Limited Edition Ornament
by Paulette Werger & Kristine Lane $25.00 R C T G IF T F O THE PERFE T! O N Y O U R L IS EVERYONE
League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery 279 DW Hwy t .FSFEJUI t t www.nhcrafts.org/Meredith Like us on Facebook so you can see other beautiful things made by NH’s finest artists ~ www.facebook.com/nhcraft
SERTA Queen Mattress Sets Starting at $399 Brynn Cushion Firm Reg. $799.
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636 Center St., Rt. 28 Wolfeboro, NH 03894 603.569.3562 Financing With Approved Credit
www.parsonsfurniture.com
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GeezLouise! Eclectic Home Décor (gently used furnishings & more)
Come inus with curiosity aand leave with Help celebrate heavenly 7thInspiration. season! New treasures every time you visit!
Wishbook Gift Ideas ALWAYS IN SEASON
119 Main Street • Alton, NH Find Us on Facebook • 603-875-2250
Shop Hours: Hours: Thursdays Sundays,10am 10am -- 4pm 5pm Shop Thursday -- Sunday,
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Old Man Winter Is Planning A Big www.toro.com Old Man Winter Planning A Big Bash...Don't Get Is Caught Empty Power Max User-Friendly Features Bash...Don't Get Caught Empty Handed 899.00 Handed www.toro.com
QUILLING ARTWORK
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deflector and anti-clogging Power Max User-Friendly• Chute, system are made of a durable, rust-free Features sub zero material.
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Power Max Power Max
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sub zero material. • Chute, deflector and anti-clogging • Ideal for large areas/heavy snowfalls system are made Engines of a durable, rust-free • Powerful • Chute, deflector and anti-clogging sub zero material. • Toro Quick Stick Chuterust-free Control. system are made of a durable, • Ideal•for large areas/heavy snowfalls Toro Anti Clog system for faster cleanups. sub zero material. • Powerful Engines • Ideal•for largeLimited areas/heavy snowfalls 3 Year Warranty. 603-524-4750
TRI COUNTY POWER EQUIPMENT, IN 229 MESSER STREET
LACONIA NH
• Toro Quick Stick Chute Control. • Powerful Engines • Toro Anti Clog system for faster cleanups. • Toro Quick Stick Chute Control. • 3 Year Limited Warranty. • Toro Anti Clog system for faster cleanups. • 3 Year Limited Warranty.
TRI COUNTY POWER EQUIPMENT, IN
229 MESSER STREET LACONIA NH 603-524-4750 TRI COUNTY POWER EQUIPMENT, IN 229 STREET LACONIA NH 603-524-4750 TRIMESSER COUNTY POWER EQUIPMENT, IN
See dealer or toro.com (toro.ca for Canadian residents) for warranty details. Product availability, pricing & special promotions are subject to dealer options.
229 MESSER STREET
VEGGIE BAR
899.00
• Ideal for large areas/heavy snowfalls • Powerful Engines • Toro Quick Stick Chute Control. • Toro Anti Clog system for and faster cleanups. • Chute, deflector anti-clogging • 3 Year Limited systemWarranty. are made of a durable, rust-free
LACONIA NH 603-524-4750
A SELECTION OF LOCALLY MADE GIFT BASKETS
Local handmade lotions with a beeswax base.
TRI COUNTY EQUIPMENT, INC 229 Messer Street • Laconia, NH www.tricountype.com • 603-524-4750
The Thrifty Yankee
See dealer or toro.com (toro.ca for Canadian residents) for warranty details. Product availability, pricing & special promotions are subject to dealer options. See dealer or toro.com (toro.ca for Canadian residents) for warranty details. Product availability, pricing & special promotions are subject to dealer options. See dealer or toro.com (toro.ca for Canadian residents) for warranty details. Product availability, pricing & special promotions are subject to dealer options.
New & Used Goods
Cash For Gold, Silver & Coins —A SURPRISING LITTLE STORE
OPEN Thur - Sat 10-5 Sun 11-4
Featuring NH Made Products & Much More! Gifts for All Occasions
Across from Inter-Lakes High School 121 Route 25 #4 • Meredith, NH • 603.279.0607
REDMAX BACKPACK BLOWER
Efficient, powerful & easy to operate
OFFERING SPECIAL HO Estate Jewelry PRILCIDAY ING Full Service Jewelry Store Investment Grade Gold And Silver Bars SELLING & BUYING 11A Main Street, (St. James Street side) Downtown Meredith 603-279-0100
REDMAX HANDHELD TRIMMER
Can clear, trim or edge unwanted grass and weeds with ease
Experience The Magi
2 Post Office Square • Downtown Plymouth, NH 603-536-4344 • wolfsonjewelers.com
Get power when & where you need it. These rugged,dependable portable generators are designed to deliver power wherever you are!
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**Thanksgivin Shopping!
idnight • Open 8pm - M th Thur. Nov. 26
**Black Friday Shopping!
• Mall open 5am-th10pm Fri. Nov. 27 • Nazzy from WLNH broadcasting live 6amnoon ... Giving away great prizes
Fine Jewelry, Repairs, Coins & Collectibles We Buy & Appraise Trade in Your Estate Jewelry, OLD GOLD for Coins & Gold CHRISTMAS CASH!
GENERAC PORTABLE GENERATOR
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**Santa Arrives Sat. 11/21! Come have your photos taken with Santa thru 12/24! Pet Night will be Mondays from 4:30-8pm
**Patriots Cheerleaders!
• Some of the Patriots Cheerleaders will be selling their 2016 calendars 11/26 from 8pm - midnight & 11/27 from 9am - noon
270 Loudon Rd • Concord, NH • 603.224.1523 • Steeplegatemall.com
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Wishbook Gift Ideas THE EDGE - HANDCRAFTED BOUTIQUE
217 Whittier Hwy. (Rt. 25 across from Canoe), Center Harbor www.TheEdgeTieDye.com • 603-250-8079
HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL!
“Your Trusted Time Saver� for all of your Health, Life and Long-Term-Care insurance needs at 603-569-6464
64 Center St. • Wolfeboro • doranindependentinsurance.com
Always in Season
, LLC
Where You’ll Find Something For Everyone! BEER STEIN
Beer Steins and Pottery by Odyssey Stoneware. Shop local, handcrafted and affordable.
MITTENS
Lots of mittens by Mselaineius. Made from re-purposed sweaters and eece lined. Shop local, handcrafted and affordable.
ART PRINT
Cosmic Moose Art by Charlie. Shop local, handcrafted and affordable.
PARSONS FURNITURE
636 Center Street • Wolfeboro, NH parsonsfurniture.com • 603-569-3562
We have Home DÊcor, Locally Made, Vintage & Novelty Items. 119 Main Street, Alton, NH • 603-875-2250 Find us on Facebook • Open Tues. – Sat. 10am – 5:30pm
of Old to New Mari’s A Collection ď ł #OLLECTIBLES Treasures ď ł#ONSIGNMENT ď ł Furniture North ď ł (OME $ECOR NOW OPEN YEAR ROUND IN OUR NEW LOCATION! CHOCORUA s Route 16 North
s MPLUS AOL COM LA-Z-BOY COMFORT STUDIO...the Lakes
Region place to LIVE LIFE COMFORTABLY in a La-ZBoy Recliner starting at only $349.00. La-Z-Boy also offers Sectional, Sleepers, Sofas, Loveseats, Chairs, Power Recliners and more at the BEST Prices in the whole area. Stop by & have our experienced staff assist you with a selection that will last a life time.
FJORDS SCANDINAVIAN DESIGN RECLINERS
STICKLEY FURNITURE
now offered exclusively at Parsons Furniture. Stickley Parsons Furniture is proud Furniture is an to be an authorized retailer enduring tradition, superior of Fjords Brand premium craftsmanship, an unshakeable furniture. Offering over 40 philosophy of excellence—these of their top-quality chairs are the bedrock of the Stickand recliners that ensure ley ethic, and the reason that functional design and comfort Stickley produces America’s for distinctive living. Be sure to premium hardwood furniture. check out their unique designs We invite you to stop in & see or innovative styles that will for yourself why Stickley is spice up your living space while “BUILT FOR LIFE!� ensuring full body support.
BRIDGES HALLMARK
Ariens Snowblowers Featuring Model # 921024
$999
35 South Main Street • Wolfeboro, NH 603-569-4953
HALLMARK KEEPSAKE ORNAMENTS
Capture memories for your tree with the Hallmark Keepsake Ornament series
YANKEE CANDLES
Favorite scents of the season waft from Yankee Candles with avors & fragrances to match any occasion.
JIM SHORE COLLECTION
a collection of homespun polyresin ďŹ gurines with the look of carved wood.
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Black Friday Weekend REAL WOOD FURNITURE
Spend and get something back! For every $300 spent get a $20 Gift Card to spend on next purchase or use as a stocking stuffer
Mon. -Fri. 10-6 Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5
Wishbook Gift Ideas SO LITTLE THYME
51 Main Street • Meredith, NH 603-279-1295
Nov 27th -29th 2015
BUY 3 of “THE WORKS� WASHES FOR ONLY $30!
CALL 603-279-7114 OR VISIT ONE OF OUR TWO LOCATIONS: %BOJFM 8FCTUFS )XZ .FSFEJUI t 6OJPO "WF -BDPOJB
Unusual gifts for foodies... like this brie baker and stand... add delicious toppings!
Offer expires: 1/31/16
& Holiday Open House
Conveniently located at the top of Main Street, in beautiful downtown Meredith.
A wide selection of kitchen essentials and gourmet packaged foods await you...
LEAGUE OF NH CRAFTSMEN
279 Daniel Webster Hwy. (Rte. 3) • Meredith, NH www.meredith.nhcrafts.org • 603-279-7920
Annalee Gift Shop Saturday, December 5th 10am - 5pm A great event for all ages! DECORATE WITH FINE CRAFT
In-store specials door prizes hot cocoa & cookies coloring contest
Build-an-Elf $25/elf Call 707-5377 to reserve your spot!
Fill your house with beautiful hand crafted art that your family will treasure for a lifetime.
SOMETHING SPECIAL
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