Holiday Gift Guide 2019

Christmas City of the North 2019

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

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NOVEMBER 30 IS SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY SHOP LOCAL - SHOP SMALL

Duluth’s Downtown Waterfront is the picture-perfect destination for unique gifts for all the favorite people in your life.

By shopping downtown, you are supporting local businesses and our local economy! Our downtown shop owners are the individuals who help create the distinctive character of our city and who are invested in its future. If you know what you are looking for, or perhaps need a little help, you can count on the excellent customer service and expertise provided by our local retailers. They know their quality products and take time to get to know their customers, which further enhances your gift-buying experience.

Small Business Saturday has become a significant day because it draws attention to the importance of shopping at local businesses. It’s a reminder that we all play a key role in helping the small businesses in our communities thrive and it encourages us to get out shopping and dining locally. Small businesses foster our local economies, keeping money close to home and supporting our neighborhoods and communities.

We encourage you to join us in Downtown Duluth on Small Business Saturday November 30TH as we celebrate our local businesses. Numerous businesses will be hosting open houses and offering special in-store events.

Park in one of the downtown ramps and leave your coat in the car. Many ramps are offering free parking for stays under 1 hour. Travel easily through the skywalk system to many downtown businesses without ever leaving the comfort of the indoors. On Small Business Saturday, November 30th, and every Saturday, metered street parking is free with a two hour time limit. Visit downtownduluth.com for more information.

2019 SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY OPEN HOUSES

Studio tours with opportunity to try TRX and Kettlebell exercises and find information about training, coaching and classes.

Holiday Scarf (regularly $29.95) Free with any $25.00 purchaseLimit one per customer.

In-store promotions: $20 off Luchiano Visconti fashion shirts along with $20 off any Grand River jeans or cords. Buy more, save more - Discounts of 15% to 30% off pre taxed purchases of $250 to $1,000.

Complimentary Coffee, Tea & Bottled Water.

20% off most regular priced items storewide both Black Friday & SBS plus store wide specials all day.

Free small popcorn with $15 purchase.

Enter to win a Fitger’s Gift Bag- one name drawn every hour between 11AM and 4PM, need not be present to win!

Open House- workshop tours with Blacksmith’s forging demonstrations and stuff to build.

5th Annual Biiboon Bimaadizimin Winter Sale with over 25 vendors plus Grand opening of the expanded Indigenous First Gift Shop.

Open house with over 10 makers popping up in our space! Holiday specials, Lake Superior goodies and refreshments will be served.

In-store painting demos using chalk paint and special techniques throughout the day along with mark downs from individual vendors.

10% off entire store!

Open Paint Day-Learn chalk paint techniques on a fun Holiday Décor Project.

40% off travel size Bumble and bumble products!

Free gift to first 25 customers!

Free admission, HoliDAI Market, Depot Edventures, Candy Making & more. Stop in for hot chocolate & cookies, stay for fun.

Featuring our yearly display piece clearance sale with up to 75% off artwork.

Whimsy is celebrating our 4th year in business! Join us for specials, refreshments and fun throughtout the day.

AP TRAINING

AP Training is a studio that believes everyone is an athlete whether you are in a sport or the game of life. If you are a beginner or advanced athlete we will help you feel strong, confident, motivated and unstoppable! Our offerings include private sessions, small group training and classes.

208 W. Superior St.

(218) 393-4671

www.aptrainingduluth.com

ART IN THE ALLEY

This artsy women’s boutique is filled with one of a kind gifts that you will love to give and she will love to get. Artist owned. Artist made. Artist sold. Look fabulous, be happy and shop this fun, colorful store! Happy Holidays from your friends at Art in the Alley.

230 E. Superior St. (218) 464-4822

www.artinthealley.com

BARBO’S COLUMBIA CLOTHING

“It’s my favorite shirt.” We agree, Luchiano Visconti shirts are among our favorites too. The designer consistently shows an eye for luxurious, cutting-edge fabrics, and sticks mainly with regular fit so the shirts look fabulous with Grand River jeans or cargo pants.

Monday-Friday 9-7

Saturday 9-5

Sunday noon -4

303 W. Superior St. (218) 722-3339

www.columbiaclothingcompany.com

CSL PLASMA

CSL Plasma has been collecting plasma in downtown Duluth for over 40 years. Your plasma donation helps treat patients with bleeding and breathing disorders, burns, shock, trauma and immune deficiencies. Come visit our state-of-the-art facility located at 106 W Superior St; and help save a life today! CSL Plasma-Good for you, great for Life.

106 W. Superior St. (218) 727-8139

www.cslplasma.com

ELECTRIC FETUS

Shop at the Electric Fetus this holiday season! You’ll find on trend & affordable clothing, jewelry, books, candles & greeting cards. In addition to our great selection of music, pick up a turntable and headphones. From babies to boomers and beyond, there’s something for everyone on your shopping list.

12 E. Superior St. (218) 722-9970

www.electricfetus.com

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DULUTH TRADING CO.

GREAT GIFTS FOR HARDWORKING MEN AND WOMEN! We call’em Guaranteed Keepers. Christmas gifts that get wows, oh yeahs and woohoos on Christmas morn and never get returned. Like our new incredibly soft Dan Soft Men’s Underwear, or Women’s Plushcious Leggings. Find these and other innovative, smarter-made clothes, gadgets, shop gear and more when you swing by the Duluth Trading Co. store.

300 E. Superior St. (218) 481-7580

www.duluthtrading.com

FITGER’S

Shop • Eat • Sleep at the beautifully decorated Fitger’s. Support locally owned businesses and keep our community healthy. Visit Santa and his live reindeer every Saturday 11-4 and Sunday 12-3 from November 30 to December 16. Ride the train to Bentleyville FridaySaturday. Duluthtrains.com

600 E. Superior St. www.fitgers.com

Free validated covered parking

FROST RIVER

Keep your hands happy by giving your fingers company in a pair of our Frost River mitts. Our Northern Pacific Mittens are made right here in Duluth and are available in waxed canvas or buckskin leather. Both are lined with arctic polar fleece to keep your hands happy, and the elastic back helps keep out the snow and cold. Frost River mittens and choppers are sized to be roomy—just right for frigid Minnesota winters. To find out more about our handmade mittens or try a pair on please give us a call or stop by.

1910 W. Superior St. (218) 727-1472

www.frostriver.com

GRANDMA’S MARATHON

Grandma’s Marathon merchandise is the perfect holiday gift for the runners and race fans in your life. Shop online at grandmasmarathon.com/gift-shop where there is a variety of items available through the online gift store –operated by Advantage Emblem & Screen Printing, the exclusive merchandiser of Grandma’s Marathon.

351 Canal Park Dr. (218) 727-0947

www.grandmasmarathon.com

HUCKLEBEARY

From greeting cards, ribbon and wrappings to jewelry, candles and journals, Hucklebeary is bursting to help you find the most perfect, unique gifts this holiday season. Hucklebeary is not only full of well-curated products that are on trend and ever-expanding but we also host workshops where you can learn some DIY that’s bound to wow. Our store is an evolving work of art that is a place to inspire, gather, shop and create.

106 E. Superior St. (218) 461-9083

www.hucklebearyduluth.com

INDIGENOUS FIRST ART & GIFT SHOP

AICHO is hosting over 22 Indigenous vendors from the region selling beadwork, birch bark products, original art, blown glasswork, and many more gift items. The Indigenous First Gift Shop will feature over 80 regional Indigenous and local artists and authors. Indigenous foods are also available include Indigenous teas, maple syrup, wild rice, jams and honey.

202 W. 2nd St. (218) 626-7831

www.aicho.org

LAKE SUPERIOR ART GLASS

Lake Superior Art Glass has been providing the Northland with the opportunity to learn about glass and experience it for themselves since 2012. Originally opened in the downtown Historic Arts and Theatre District, they relocated to Canal Park in the summer of 2018. Lake Superior Art Glass offers two styles of glassblowing for classes and demonstrations as well as a gallery showcasing both regionally and nationally acclaimed artists.

357 Canal Park Dr.

(218) 464-1799

www.lakesuperiorartglass.com

LAKE SUPERIOR MAGAZINE

Shop for Lake and Local gifts at our friendly gift shop, conveniently located in Downtown’s HART district.

310 E. Superior St. (218) 722-5002

www.lakesuperior.com

LESTER RIVER TRADING CO.

Lester River Trading Co. is an artisan market that carries antique, handmade and repurposed household goods and repurposing supplies. As many artists specialize in painting furniture and creating beautiful interiors, this market place is an enjoyable and inspiring place to shop, take a class or be a vendor.

28 N. 3rd Ave W. (218) 727-8102

www.lesterrivertradingmn.com

MINNESOTA SURPLUS & OUTFITTERS

Minnesota Surplus & Outfitters features Kamik winter boots for: Men, Women and children. Minnetonka moccasins & slippers. Outdoor clothing by Stormy Kromer Hats, Choppers, Smartwool, Fox River, Wigwam and Carhartt. Camping supplies, Princeton Tec Headlamps (Made in the U.S.A.) Military surplus, gifts and accessories.

Open 7 days a week December 1st-24th

218 W. Superior St. (218) 727-3133

PERSONAL BEST PILATES

Pilates is for everybody. It doesn’t care about your size or what you wear, what your age is or if you’re uncoordinated, if you’re short or if you’re tall. Pilates only cares that you move so you can feel good inside your body.

301 W. 1st St. 218-625-2378

www.personalbestpower.com

REIMAGINED BY T. UNDERWOOD

Downtown Duluth store offering antiques, gifts, vintage décor, and a large selection of Annie Sloan® products including paint, soft wax, brushes, and books. We also put together creative workshops using Annie Sloan® products for beginners and pros alike. Outside the store we offer a range of services including home staging, interior design, and e-design.

138 W. 1st St.

(218) 565-8291

www.reimaginedbytunderwood.com

SALON CAPELLI

Salon Capelli is a locally owned full service salon located in downtown Duluth. We are proud to be celebrating 20 years in business. We feature Bumble and bumble hair products and a dedicated staff with years of experience to serve you.

219 W. 1st St. (218) 727-1207

www.saloncapelliduluth.com

TISCHER PHOTOGRAPHIC GALLERY

Tischer Photographic Gallery features award-winning landscape photography of Ryan Tischer with artwork for every home and business. Take a piece of the North Shore home!

5 W. Superior St. (218) 348-6501

www.ryantischerphoto.com

WHIMSY

Whimsy is Duluth’s one of a kind children’s clothing boutique, offering the finest goods from around the region and world for baby to tween with exceptional service. Whimsy also carries high quality clothing, fun toys and distinctive décor. Enjoy a comfortable shopping experience at our beautiful location in Fitger’s.

600 E. Superior St. (218) 464-2756

www.whimsychildrensboutique.com

ENJOY A PLEASANT SHOPPING EXPERIENCE IN DULUTH’S DOWNTOWN WATERFRONT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

A pleasant shopping experience awaits you this holiday season in Duluth’s Downtown Waterfront. Impress your favorite people with the unique selection of gifts and services available at our distinctive and locally owned shops, restaurants and hotels. The Greater Downtown Council’s Christmas City of the North Holiday gift guide is the manual for joyful gift-giving this holiday season.

Listen to KOOL 101.7 December 9th through the 20th for daily give a-ways and extensive gift giving ideas. The locally owned businesses featured in the Christmas City of the North gift guide have all selected beautiful items to be given away, just in time for Holiday gift giving or as a gift for yourself. Become eligible to win one of these Northland gifts by voting for your favorite storefront window display at your favorite participating business. Take in the breathtaking color and lights this holiday season, and then listen to KOOL 101.7 to win. Photos of all of these great prizes and a full listing of storefront window displays can be seen on our website www.downtownduluth.com.

DOWNTOWN GIFT PACKAGE

THANK YOU TO OUR HOLIDAY SPONSORS

THE GREATER DOWNTOWN COUNCIL THANKS THESE 2019 SEASON SPONSORS:

Partner

A & L Properties

Interstate Parking

MN Power/Allete

Maurices

St Luke’s

ZMC Hotels

Investor

Duluth Energy Systems

Essentia Health

Wells Fargo Bank

Supporters

Advantage Emblem

CLS Plasma

Duluth Pack

Fond du Luth Casino

Gardner Builders

Holiday Center Merchants/Holiday Inn

Lake Superior Consulting

LHB, Inc.

North Shore Bank

Republic Bank

US Bank

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HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR FOUR-LEGGED FAMILY MEMBERS

Holiday shoppers who are busy making lists and checking them twice should make sure they don’t overlook the family pet.

Christmas has gone to the cats and dogs, as a greater number of people include their companion animals when selecting gifts each year.

A study by OnePoll conducted by Rover.com, the nation’s largest network of dog sitters and walkers, found that 95 percent of pet owners have bought holiday gifts for their pets. Gifts can range from everyday needs, like food and treats, to more lavish extravagances like spa treatments.

Pet owners who plan to get their pets gifts this year may want to consider some of the emerging pet trends as they browse wares and services. The Balance, a business, career and industry information site, says pet industry trends point toward these segments seeing growth.

Natural pet products

Just as people are interested in protecting the health of the planet and their own personal health, so, too, are they extending this concern to companion animals. Natural pet products, which can include natural flea and tick remedies, holistic foods, organic items, and all-natural grooming products, can make great gifts.

Specialty pet services

The American Pet Products Association says the demand for highend pet grooming and other services is substantial. In addition, personalized training, behavioral consulting, portrait

photography, dog sitting, and upscale spa treatments like pet Reiki and massage are booming.

Mobile pet grooming

Mobile pet grooming has become the norm in many areas. Mobile pet grooming can reduce the potential stress on animals, and tends to be very convenient for customers, particularly seniors and others who have mobility issues.

Beyond these growing trends, pet owners have a bevy of other ideas from which to choose. Here are just a few different suggestions:

• Tests to detect pets’ DNA and trace breed and ancestry

• Interactive puzzles to keep pets engaged and banish boredom

• Stylish storage baskets for pet toys

• Hidden cat litter or dog crate items that camouflage commonly used pet items

• Heated pet bed for cozy nights and mornings

• Signature vests, coats and sweaters to look good and remain comfortable. Pet gifts are popular this time of year, ensuring all members of the family have a treat to open.

It’s the time of year when newspapers thicken with sales circulars and holiday advertisements. Consumers looking to beat the hustle and bustle and steer clear of the crowds this year may want to pay attention to local businesses in lieu of trekking to nearby shopping malls.

Every time consumers visit local coffee shops to grab a latte, pick up a dress at a nearby boutique or patronize a farmer’s market down the street, they are supporting a small business. The Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving are some of the busiest shopping days of the season, and they also can be some of the friendliest to small businesses.

Plaid Friday was conceptualized in Oakland. It may have been born in the Golden State, but the movement soon spread across the country. Plaid Friday is an alternative to big box stores’ Black Friday bonanzas. It is designed to promote

both local and independently-owned businesses during the holiday season. The name Plaid Friday was used to help people visualize the various threads of small businesses coming together to create a strong community fabric that was diverse and creativity.

Shoppers can continue their small business patronage with Small Business Saturday. This, too, is a counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The first event was created by American Express in conjunction with the nonprofit National Trust for Historic Preservation. Since its inception, many small business groups, merchants and politicians have touted the event and the “Shop Small” mantra. The idea is that when small businesses thrive, communities and individuals thrive along with them.

The Small Business Administration says that, since 1995, small businesses have generated 66 percent of all new jobs in the United States. There are a number of big reasons to shop small. One can start around the holidays and then continue all year long.

• Shopping small businesses helps give back to the community directly. According to Civic Economics, a strategic planning business, on average 48 percent of each purchase made at independent businesses is recirculated locally through tax money and other support.

• Small business owners often strive to provide personalized, hands-on customer service. Repeat business is key to their survival, so they want to ensure shoppers are happy.

• Small businesses, since they are not beholden to corporate oversight in terms of what they sell, have greater flexibility. That allows them to offer a diverse product selection.

• Small business owners often live nearby, and they’re the people you see in town, schools and elsewhere in the local community. Many consumers are comforted to know they’re supporting their neighbors, especially during the holiday season.

Supporting local businesses is easy. And shoppers who like what they see can share the good news with others on social media.

THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a partridge in a pear tree.”

The familiar lyrics of this tune are sung as part of Christmas caroling and holiday celebrations, reaching a crescendo each time singers belt out “five golden rings.”

The song is an English Christmas carol that was written in 1720. While it references plenty of gift-giving, it’s easy to assume the song is about giving Christmas gifts. However, the 12 days in the song actually refer to the birth of Jesus Christ.

The 12 days of Christmas, also known as the Twelvetide, refers to the festive Christian season that celebrates the Nativity of Jesus. In fact, the start of these days occurs on December 25 and extends until the evening of January 5, the day before the Epiphany, known as Twelfth Night. Each day corresponds to a remembrance of different religious events or people.

Christmas celebrants can celebrate well into the new year. Commemorating the 12 days of Christmas can include small festivities from December 25 to January 5. On Twelfth Night, historically known for parties, modern-day fanfare can mark the culmination of the Christmas

season – with the last of gift-giving occurring on the Epiphany.

Gifting, hosting friends and family, attending religious services, participating in charitable events, or

opening one’s home to neighbors and those who can use some companionship are all ways to make the 12 days of Christmas more special.

HOLIDAY DIPS AND SPREADS

CLAM DIP

Recipe courtesy of bonappetit.com

PICKLE ROLLUP SPREAD

Recipe courtesy of www.cookbooksandcoffee.com

Ingredients

4 (6.5-ounce) cans chopped clams, well-drained

1½ cups sour cream

2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature

4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

1½ teaspoons

Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon hot sauce

Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

¼ cup finely chopped chives

Thick-cut potato chips (for serving)

Directions

Mix clams, sour cream, cream cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Top with chives and serve with chips alongside.

CROCK POT CREAM CHEESE AND SAUSAGE DIP

Recipe courtesy of www.food.com

Ingredients

6 baby dill pickles

4 ounces deli ham, sliced thick 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Ritz crackers, for serving

Directions

Drain the pickles and chop them into small pieces. Chop deli ham into similar

sized pieces. Combine pickles and ham into a medium sized bowl, add the cream cheese and stir until well incorporated. Serve with crackers. Can also serve with sliced cucumbers or carrot sticks.

SMOKED SALMON PÂTÉ

Recipe courtesy of Betty Crocker Kitchens

Ingredients

4 ounces smoked salmon (lox) 8-ounce container chives-andonion cream cheese spread

¼ cup finely chopped red bell pepper

1 ½ teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning

Ingredients

4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese

2 (16 ounce) packages

Jimmy Dean original breakfast sausage

1 (10 ounce) can original

Rotel tomatoes & chilies

1 (10 ounce) can hot

Rotel tomatoes & chilies

Tortilla chips

Directions

In a large skillet over medium

heat, brown both packages of sausage. Drain the sausage in a colander.

Cube the cream cheese into a crock pot. Add the sausage and both cans of Rotel (with the juice) to the crock pot.

Heat on high heat for approximately 1 hour, stirring occasionally until the dip is well mixed.

Reduce heat to warm/low and serve with tortilla chips.

1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill weed

3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

24 slices cocktail pumpernickel bread

Directions

Line 2-cup bowl with plastic wrap. In a medium bowl, beat all ingredients except parsley and bread with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.

Spoon into a lined bowl; press with rubber spatula. Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve. To unmold, place 8-inch plate upside down on bowl, then turn plate and bowl over; remove bowl and plastic wrap. Sprinkle parsley over top of pâté and on rim of plate. Serve with bread.