Searching for that perfect gift? Here are some ideas to help plan your holiday shopping.
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Interested in the arts? Look no further than the Mayor’s holiday site for discounts on a variety of live performances from Black Nativity and Tony Williams’ Urban Nutcracker to First Night Boston 2015. For discounts and more, visit www.mayorsholiday.com.
In need of a hat to brave the colder winter months? Shop at Salmagundi in Jamaica Plain where they stock over 12,000 perfectly hand-picked hats for ladies and gents. They also offer a selection of accessories from gloves and scarves, to jewelry and clothing. Visit the shop at 765 Centre Street or shop online at www.salmagundiboston.com.
For the friend or family member who has a sweet tooth or appreciates good, simple food, buy a gift card to Flour Bakery + Café. Stop by at one of their four locations throughout the city and purchase a gift card in any denomination. Go to www.flourbakery.com for locations.
Take a holiday stroll this Wednesday, December 10 with The Sixth Annual South End Holiday Shop Local Dine Local Night featuring over 50 retailers and restaurants including, Flock, Hudson, Polka Dog Bakery, South End Athletic Company, Myers + Chang, Tremont 647, Union Bar and Grille and many more taking place from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. There’ll be free pedicabs and complimentary parking at 540 Harrison Avenue. For a complete listing, go to www.sebaboston.com events.
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Looking for a gift that’s a bit more Afro-centric? For over 35 years, A Nubian Notion has provided unique African,
Afro-centric and Caribbean products from books, music, jewelry, and more, right in the heart of Roxbury at 41–47 Warren Street. For store hours call 617.442.2622.
For readers of fiction, nonfiction, and graphic novels make sure to stop by Papercuts, JP’s new independent bookstore located at 5 Green Street. For store hours and more information, call 617.522-3404 or visit www.facebook.com/papercutsjp
