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Getting holiday cards out on time
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Treasures on Park Street November 23 & 24
Sending and receiving holiday cards is an important part of the season for many since it is often the only time of the year when people catch up with each other. Getting those holiday cards out in a timely manner during this busy time doesn’t have to stressful. Just remember these simple suggestions by the folks at American Greetings.
After Thanksgiving Day Sale!!
Forget the big box stores!
Plan for your cards to be delivered between Dec. 10 and Dec. 24. Make sure you have enough postage on hand.
Come to Treasures on Park Street where for two days the entire store is
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This is a once-a-year two-day event, so don’t miss out!
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Shop early for the best selection of greeting cards. Holiday cards are already out at major retailers.
Divide signing cards and addressing enveloped into a few short chunks of time. Ten cards a night for a few nights makes the job much more manageable.
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Our entire store will be 50% off Including Holiday!!
Enlist the family to help. Have your spouse address the envelopes and let the kids apply the stamps and decorative seals. Make it a family tradition.
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Take advantage of down time – waiting in the doctor’s office, eating lunch at your desk, riding the train or bus. Keep several pre-addressed cards in your purse or bag to fill out while you’re doing nothing in particular.
Treasures on Park Street
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Castle Rock, CO 80109
1638 Park St.
Keep extra cards on hand in case you hear from someone who is not on your card list – and be sure to add these people to next year’s list. Source: ARA Content
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