Las Vegas, NV is a fun weekend getaway, but for those with pets, it can be hard to be gone for a few days. Pet owners who wish to take a weekend trip might want to visit one of the four Doggie District locations in Vegas and consider boarding their pets for the weekend. Featuring all-day, cage-free play areas, Doggie District offers daycare and overnight lodging, along with grooming, pet transportation and more.
For those living in New Braunfels, TX, there is a gem of a specialty food shop in the historic downtown area. Gourmage of Texas offers cheeses and wines from around the world, hand rolled and hand dipped chocolate truffles, delicious baguettes, croissants and much more. Opened in April of 2009, Gourmage was established by a group of foodies who wanted to open a store that offered the things that they liked so much. Today, the shop is owned by Stephanie Richardson, who continues to offer New Braunfels locals the same quality of products and services that made the shop so popular.
One of the best parts of Halloween time is the candy. For those living in the Los Altos, CA area, the place to go to get treats for Halloween festivities is the Sweet Shop. Tucked away in a residential area off Los Altos Ave, the Sweet Shop is a family owned and operated candy store offering a variety of sweets including candy, frozen yogurt, baked goods and much more.
With the holidays fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about different wines to serve with the upcoming festive meals. Those living in Everett, WA who want to highlight Northwest wines at their holiday gatherings have just the place to go: Wicked Cellars. Conveniently located in downtown Everett, Wicked Cellars is a local wine shop and tasting bar. While they offer a wide variety of wines from around the world, Wicked features an extensive selection of Northwest wines. Those who need beer in addition to wine can check out the selection of hand-crafted, artisan, micro-brews and ales.
Family owned and operated since 1978, Styles Music in Pomona, CA is a full-service music store offering instruments and sound and recording equipment. From guitars and keyboards to PAs and video, beginning and professional musicians will find everything they need for their musical endeavors. Customers can expect a personal shopping experience, and the friendly staff is on hand to help with any questions.
An avid baker since childhood, Nicole Dudum decided to take a risk and turn her passion into a business, so in August 2013, she opened Busy Bakers in San Bruno, CA. A baker’s paradise, the shop offers baking supplies and classes for both professionals and amateur bakers. Offering a variety of quality ingredients and supplies, Busy Bakers has everything needed to create cakes, cookies, candies and more.
Since 1974, Victorville Cycles has been meeting the bicycling needs of Victorville, CA locals. With bikes and products from great brands including Trek, Giant, Haro, Phat Cycles, Eastern, Fit Bike and much more, Victorville locals are sure to find what they are looking for. The shop offers a full selection of parts and accessories for BMX, mountain bikes, road bikes, beach cruisers and more.
As of September 22, we have officially entered the fall season and are heading full speed toward the holidays. Solana Beach, CA locals who are already starting to think about their holiday shopping will want to visit Thinker Things, a family-owned and operated specialty toy store. Conveniently located in the Lomas Santa Fe Plaza in Solana Beach, customers will find a great variety of fun and educational toys.
Despite the popularity of digital music, some folks still enjoy listening to vinyl records. For those living in the Fremont, CA area, Dan Bernal has created a fabulous record shop that caters to the needs of vinyl lovers. Opened in 2006, Needle to the Groove Record Shop buys sells and trades a variety of records. Bernal takes pride in offering Fremont locals a great quality record inventory.
Locals and visitors to Livermore, CA will want to take some time to go shopping in the historic downtown district. One shop to visit is Outside In Etc, an eclectic gift store featuring items for the home and garden. Inspired by the beauty of the Livermore area, Outside In showcases ways to bring the outdoors in. Whether shopping for themselves or someone else, customers will enjoy browsing through the variety of items for the home, garden and senses.
