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Holiday Gems
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Fine Burlington area shops and stores have filled their shelves to meet all of your holiday shopping needs. From fashion to housewares and art, a variety of unique gifts awaits you. And don’t shop‘til you drop—take a break at a local cafe or restaurant, get your second wind, then shop some more!
Lake Champlain Chocolates
Celebrate the Season with Fresh allnatural Chocolates from Vermont. Give the gift of pure chocolate bliss!
750 Pine St, Burlington
TEL: 802-864-1807
65 Church St, Burlington
TEL: 802-862-5185
Rt 100 Waterbury
TEL: 802.241.4150
www.lakechamplainchocolates.com
Edible Arrangements
Fresh. Healthy. Practical. Suitable for any age. Unique. Delicious! Spend your holiday dollars wisely on over 100 freshly made Edible Arrangements bouquets. Make a real “Wow” with chocolate dipped fruit and a gift package. Gift cards, corporate gifts, and monthly certificates available.
Barnes & Noble Shopping Center
S. Burlington, VT
TEL: 802.951.9100
www.EdibleArrangements.com
Mirror Mirror
Burlington’s destination store for great skin care, cosmetics and bath & body products. Offering over 50 national lines.
3 Main Street
Burlington, VT 05401
TEL: 802.861.7500
www.mirrormirrorvt.com
Shelburne Farms
Shelburne Farms award-winning cheddar—the perfect gift for friends near and far, the star of your holiday entertaining table. Talk to our mail order staff or visit the Welcome Center (open daily 10 to 5). And consider a gift certificate for the Inn at Shelburne Farms for dining and accommodations.
1611 Harbor Rd.
Shelburne, VT 05482
TEL: 802.985.8686
www.shelburnefarms.org
Arabesque
Arabesque is Vermont’s premiere destination for luxurious gifts and home decor. We have a fabulous selection of tabletop, linens, bath and body, baby gifts, and more! We’re also proud to be the largest retail partner of Simon Pearce glass in the state of Vermont.
5597 Shelburne Road
(between Harrington’s and Café Shelburne)
Shelburne, Vermont 05482
TEL: 802.985.8732
www.arabesquevt.com
Von Bargens
Hand-crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, this stunning ring from the Orchard Collection by Alex Sepkus features 9 diamonds and 6 pink and lavender sapphires. Stores also in Springfield and Stratton, VT, and Hanover, NH. Open Mon–Sat, 10–6
131 Church Street
Burlington, VT 05401
TEL: 802.864.0012
www.VonBargens.com
Bistro Sauce
Ready to take a Break? Feet getting tired? Feeling a little hungry? Enjoy a relaxing lunch with a glass of wine Monday–Saturday 11:30-2:00. Live Music Monday and Thursday Evenings. “This cozy spot in the middle of town always seems to adapt perfectly to the season outside.” —Shelburne News, 2009
97 Falls Road
Shelburne, VT 05482
Call 802.985.2830 for Reservations
www.bistrosauce.com
Fresh Market
Get your holiday gift baskets from Fresh Market! Decadent chocolates, gourmet coffees, scrumptious desserts from our bakery, delicious pastas and sauces, savory soups, and fine gourmet cheeses and sausages, or let us choose for you. Pop in on your way to that holiday party for a bottle of wine, a fresh baguette, or fresh cheese. Fresh Market will make sure you don’t arrive empty handed! Open Mon–Sat 7am–7pm and Sunday 10 am–5pm
400 Pine Street
Burlington, VT 05401
TEL: 802.863.3968
www.freshmarketvt.com
Hannoush Jewelers
Buy direct from the source: Hannoush is America’s family-owned diamond importer and jewelry manufacturer.
University Mall
South Burlington
TEL: 802.658.0707
www.hannoush.com
Anjou & the Little Pear
Burlington’s newest consignment and resale shop of quality home furnishings, on lower Main Street, has an eclectic mix of antique, vintage and modern furnishings at reasonable prices.
53 Main Street
Burlington, VT
TEL: 802.540.0008
www.anjouvt.com
It’s a fun place to shop!
Vermont Furniture
This console for a flat screen TV can be customized to your needs. We build them to order and accommodate your space and TV. In solid cherry, walnut, and maple, or any combination. Visit our Factory Store.
Vermont Furniture Designs
4 Tigan Street
Winooski, VT 05404
TEL: 802.655.6568
www.vermontfurnituredesigns.com
Keeping Good Company
Furniture, Gifts, Home Decor, and Personal Interior Design Services. Come see us for all your home needs as well as gifts for all occasions. We look forward to the pleasure of your company!
Maple Tree Place
Williston, VT 05495
TEL: 802.288.9415
www.KeepingGoodCompany.com
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Shelburne Vineyards
Add a taste of Vermont to your holiday meals and gift packages with Shelburne Vineyard’s delectable and festive Ice Wines. Enjoy our Red, White, and Rosé dinner wines and our special selection of Vermont-made gifts and food specialties. Gift Certificates and Event space available. Tasting and Tours Daily, 11–5
6308 Shelburne Road
Shelburne VT 05482
TEL: 802.985.8222
www.shelburnevineyard.com
MD Cosmetic
Give the gift of a customized treatment plan. MD Cosmetic Laser & Botox is a comprehensive medical spa offering a wide variety of cutting edge treatments and non-surgical therapies. Tuesdays–Saturdays 5:30–8:30pm
MD Cosmetic
Maple Tree Place
Williston, VT 05495
TEL: 802.878.1236
www.MDLaserandBotox.com
Pine Street Art Works
This year Pine Street Art works has brought together the most interesting, beautiful, vibrant, and unusual items for your holiday gift shopping. From vintage to Postmodern, we sell the best in art plus art-inspired home and personal accessories. All selected with a curator’s eye.
404 Pine Street
Burlington, VT 05401
TEL: 802.863.8100
www.pinestreetartworks.com
Bennington Potters
Shopping is fun in our 100+-year-old building! Come explore three floors full of gifts for you and yours—famous Vermont-made Bennington Potters dinnerware and bakeware, table linens, glassware, holiday cards and decorations, furniture, accessories, and more. We ship.
127 College St
Burlington, VT 05401-8404
TEL: 802-863-2221
www.benningtonpotters.com
Small Dog
The season’s hottest gadgets, including the latest Macs, iPods, iPhone gear, software, and accessories. We’re New England’s largest Apple Specialist, offering award-winning service and over 3,000 products in stock to satisfy the tech lover in your life!
100 Dorset Street
S. Burlington, VT
TEL: 800.511.MACS
www.smalldog.com
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Vermont Indoor Golf
Play all year round! We have indoor ranges available 7 days a week. With our True Swing technology, you receive valuable feedback on each and every swing. Our facility is great for private parties and business functions. Gift certificates for a round of golf or golf lessons make a great gift.
35 San Remo Drive
South Burlington, VT 05403
TEL: 802.863.2221
www.vermontindoorgolf.com
Vermont Ballet
Treat your holiday gem to Vermont’s Own Christmas Tradition, The Nutcracker, performed by the Vermont Ballet Theater and an ensemble cast, including guest artists from American Ballet Theatre, at the Flynn Center in Burlington on Dec. 19th @ 2:00pm & 7:00pm and Dec. 20th @ 1:00pm, and join the Sugarplum Fairy at her Nutcracker Tea following both matinees.
For performance information:
www.flynncenter.org
For Tea information:
www.vbts.org
ECCO Clothes for Women and Men
First and only stop this holiday season! Give the gift they REALLY want...designer denim, the most beautiful sweaters, the hottest jewelry and accessories in town. Casual tees, tops for a night out, shoes, and boots complete the look. It’s all here.
81 Church Street
Burlington, VT 05401
TEL: 802.860.2220
www.eccoclothes.com
Jamie Two Coats Toyshop
A Magical Place...filled with wonderful presents! Come make your list! Choose from our favorites: Playmobile, Haba, Kathe Kruse, Plan Toys, Lego, Ostheimer, Lyra, En Gry & Sif, Maileg, Dogeared, Schleich, Trudi, Corolle, and much more! Mon–Sat 10–6; Sun 11–5.
54 Falls Road
Sherburne VT, 05482
TEL: 802.985.3221
Lumina
Your holidays will sparkle at Lumina, a unique Med-Spa featuring fine products such as Skin Medica, Dermaquest, and Jane Iredale mineral makeup. Gift certificates for skin rejuvenation, peels,microdermabrasion, hair removal, Botox, fillers, and facials make the perfect holiday present! As always, consultations are free.
1175 Williston Road
Suite 220
South Burlington, VT 05403
TEL: 802.861.0200
www.nancyfishermd.com
Little Luna Blue
Paper Wings organic cotton loungewear from Australia, briefs, shorts, camisoles, pants, nightgowns. Red stripes and vintage kitten print perfect for the holidays!
11 Falls Road
Shelburne, VT 05482
TEL: 802.985.2229
www.littlelunablue.com