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The winter holiday season is a magical time in Burlington’s Downtown.

As the heart of the City of Burlington, we know that many family holiday traditions have a home in our Downtown and new Christmas memories are made each year.

What better way to find a one-of-a-kind gift as unique as the people on your Christmas list than from one of Downtown’s specialty shops and services? Our retailers are seasonal experts that can help you craft a custom find for that special someone or stocking stuffers for the whole family. (And of course…don’t forget to pamper yourself with a little something under the tree).

We have designed this Holiday Guide to connect you to the best gifts, services and award-winning restaurants. Whether it is your first time Downtown, or you are getting reacquainted, you are sure to find a hidden treasure this season.

Make Downtown your winter wonderland and you’ll be warmly welcomed wherever you wander.

Come and learn why we say Downtown Burlington… It’s All Here!

Wishing you and your family the best of the season and we thank you for supporting local.

O BRIAN DEAN Executive Director, Burlington Downtown Business Association

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here are some people who can turn any piece of food into a rose given an occasion – a piece of salami, an apple – just throw them a carving knife and a special occasion and you’ll see them work their magic. Some people just live

for the thrill of entertaining. From place settings to menu selection, organizing entertainment, and stocking drinks in the fridge, there is a lot of detail that comes with hosting a holiday event. And after all the planning and heavy work, the host or hostess usually finds themselves throwing on an outfit as guests walk through the door.

This year, start getting ready before the guests arrive. From nails to outfit to hair – lean on the perfect glam squad to glitz you up for your big event. You deserve it.

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Get a Mani – Pedi

Located in beautiful Village Square, Styled Lounge is the perfect place to pamper yourself before hosting your big holiday event. Grab a signature drink from their fully licensed bar and sit down to a oneof-a-kind mani-pedi (both men + women). While you’re there, you can get your makeup done with a full-face finish (foundation, contour, highlight, eyes, and lips) to look and feel your best at your event!

Ready for a new ‘do'?

Whether you’re looking for a completely new style or just want some help with styling, there are a number of salons that can do just the trick. Blo Blow Dry Bar on Brant Street is perfect if you’re looking for a signature blowout, updo, or even runway-inspired curls.

The salon also offers extensions, treatments, and a head massage (sometimes the holidays can be a bit of a headache, can’t they?) For a full cut or colour treatment, try Bubbles & Blow for balayage, foils, haircut or a blow out. How about some traditional barber services?

Village Cigar Co. is the perfect place to find traditional barber services including hot towel straight razor shaves and beard trim, or visit New York New York – a fully licensed men’s grooming lounge (enjoy a sip while you snip!).

Dazzle in a new outfit

Now that your hair is done and your nails are done, all you have to do is slip into that perfect outfit (right as your guests are walking through the door). Hosting something formal? Try Scrivener’s Men’s Apparel for a pair of slacks, collared shirt, and sport jacket.

Looking for something more casual? Jeff’s Guyshop has a wonderful selection of Demin, cashmere sweaters, cardigans, and classic T’s.

Jeff’s is also home to Joelle’s, a one-stop shop for women’s fashion needs – from causal to professional to dressy! Sparkle in a long white dress or grab some loungewear for after your guests leave.

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Last but not least – it’s time to shine!

A new pair of earrings, a bracelet,

or a watch are the perfect way to finish an outfit. For something formal and timeless, visit Harmony Fine

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Jewellers both located on Brant Street. You’ll find silver and gold, (and diamonds). At places like Little Popup Shop and Handmade House you’ll find unique, handmade pieces of jewellery that are fun and

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Thank you Burlington!

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Gift ideas AVAIL ABLE IN

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BODEGA WELLNESS

BODEGAWELLNESS.COM 390 PEARL ST UNIT B, BURLINGTON

POSH COUTURE

POSHCOUTURE.CA 389 PEARL ST, BURLINGTON

Shop for luxury consignment items like this stunning YSL leather bag.

ART GALLERY OF BURLINGTON

Enjoy an overnight glow-up with this CBD Face Serum that will have you waking up with soft, supple and dewy skin! Pair it with Bodega’s Jade Facial Roller & Gua Sha Set to experience a cooling, soothing effect on the skin (Jade Roller) and a firming, lifting effect (Gua Sha).

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AGB.LIFE 1333 LAKESHORE RD, BURLINGTON

Gift someone a work of art they can enjoy each holiday season. These keepsake ornaments are handmade by Pickeringbased artist Nancy Legassicke. Nancy is a self-taught fused glass artist who has been experimenting with melting glass for over 40 years.

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CENTROGARDEN.COM 437 BRANT ST, BURLINGTON

Balsam & Cedar is the scent of the season! Balsam wood and oak moss mingle with aromatic cedar, cinnamon and eucalyptus in a quintessential holiday fragrance.

MISS BAILEY BROWN CHOCOLATE MISSBAILEYBROWN.COM 433 BROCK AVE, BURLINGTON

Bombs away! These Chaleur Hot Chocolate Bombs are the perfect treat for any chocolate lover. Choose from six flavours, including Bomba Italiana (espresso), Cozy Christmas Mint, and the signature Dark Silk bomb. You can count on these to satisfy your smooth chocolate cravings and put a smile on your face!

JOSEPH TASSONI

JOSEPHTASSONI.COM 390 PEARL ST, BURLINGTON

Deck the halls with Joseph's famous holiday trees, and deck your hair with his luxurious scrunchies. A perfect stocking stuffer, the JT Scrunchie wraps to your hair, maintaining its tailored design and structure while adding volume in all the right spots. Back by popular demand (after selling out last Christmas!), the JT Designer Holiday Trees are available in five styles and a great way to add a little festive spirit to your home or office!

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PURE BOUTIQUE

PUREBOUTIQUE.CA 389 BRANT ST, BURLINGTON

Looking for a great stocking stuffer?

Meet the Monica. She might be small but she's the perfect size for all those little essentials - face mask, scrunchie, lip stick. Just clip her on your keychain and have easy on-the-go access to all those essentials.

HARMONY JEWELLERS HARMONYJEWELLERS.CA 446 BRANT STREET BURLINGTON

Make the holidays even more twinkly and bright by giving her diamond jewelry. These 18K White Gold diamond bracelets are the perfect way to say 'I love you'.

JEFF'S GUYSHOP

JOELLES.COM 457 BRANT STREET, BURLINGTON

Always a hit - these Retro Brand vintage tees are as soft and comfortable as they are cheeky! Win, win for him.

JOELLE'S

JOELLES.COM 457 BRANT STREET, BURLINGTON

There is something so comforting about knits - looking good, is totally connected to feeling comfortable. Who doesn’t like a cozy sweater? Woodenships knits are handmade in Bali and always a favourite at Joelle's.

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f the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that we can never have enough time with those we love. Time truly is the most precious gift. And while you can’t wrap time in a bow and put it under the Christmas tree, you can create a gift reminiscent

of time spent together.

No one person, or one memory, or one moment in time is like the other. It’s why a custom gift made just for him, her, or they are something to be cherished always. Trust us, they’ll recognize the extra thought and create a more meaningful Christmas.

Gift with Branded Burlington

Founded by Burlington native, Brittany Hills, Brand(ed) offers real-time access to custom apparel, marketing materials, and even cartoons of your pet. They carry basic apparel by brands such as Adidas and Bella & Canvas in sizes adult, youth, toddler, and infant.

How does it work? Select an item of clothing and customize it with DTG print, embroidery, or heat transfer by uploading a photo or

May your heart and home be fil ed with all the joys the season brings.

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creating a design directly on the website. And if you have zero design skills, the team can even help you with that. Create matching t-shirts, branded jackets, or an everyday tote with your loved one’s pooch on it. Comfy, high-quality, and custom….and you can buy just one, (but if you want 50 of the same shirt, you can buy 50 of the same shirt). For the holiday season, Branded is offering adorable custom stockings, and be sure to check out their custom mugs - available all year long (but they do make the perfect gift). brandedburlington.com

Gift with do+dare undie co.

Want something truly unique? Check out do+dare undie co.... they believe your undies should be as unique as you are. Do+dare make it fun and easy to express yourself and connect with your favourite people through high-quality, ultra-personalized custom underwear.

Their easy, interactive online designer allows you to choose your own graphics, text, and colours to create an original design for someone else. Create a special moment with your sweetheart, share an inside joke with your BFF, or keep a little secret just for you. doanddare.co

Modern Love Jewellery

Jewellery – for some, is a love language. And if you want to give

the perfect gift to those who love something sparkly, then custom is the way to go. At Modern Love Jewellery on Brant Street, designer Kat Wilson creates beautiful contemporary and classic jewellery along with custom designs. For a gift that’s truly one-of-a-kind, Kat will work with you to create a dream piece of jewellery. The custom process literally covers everything, from selecting the stones and material, to the CAD design, wax model creation, casting, appraisal and the final reveal. You’re involved every step of the way. Or, shop Kat’s ready to wear pieces from necklaces, rings, and earrings. Whether custom or from her collection, whichever you decide, you can’t go wrong. modernlovejewellery.com

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here are Christmas Enthusiasts who decorate every square inch of their home in glitz and glam and garland, and then there are the Christmas Obliged who decorate the very bare minimum to prove they aren’t Scrooge.

This year, it looks like we’ll be able to welcome some guests into our homes again, so if you’re looking to spruce up your décor or add to your collection, there is plenty to explore in Downtown Burlington.

Balance your space and set a high vibe with crystals…

The holiday season can be SO joyous, but it can also be challenging at times. It’s important to keep yourself grounded, protected, and balanced during this busy time of year. Use your favourite crystals around your house to lift the vibe in your home and alleviate stress.

Agora Marketplace carries a variety of crystal towers that not only look beautiful when displayed but also balance the energy within your home.

Add a touch of greenery…

Nothing smells more like the holiday season than the fresh, invigorating aromas of pine, cranberry, and apple cinnamon. Scent is something that ties us strongly to happy memories, so it makes “scents” to bring our favourite natural greens into our home and make those memories come alive. Whether it’s indoors or out, both Centro Garden and Brant Florist have holiday greens perfect for decorating.

You can create a table runner for your dinner table from live fir or pine garland or place a fresh arrangement of Christmas greens and holly on your table as a centrepiece. Just remember to mist it with water every two days to keep it fresh for as long as possible.

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Trim the tree with art…

Everyone’s Christmas tree tells a story. Many have ornaments that were passed down generations, some have clay handprints from grandchildren, while others have quirky decorations from travel. If you’re looking to add some unique, treasure-worthy ornaments to your tree, there’s no better place to explore than the Art Gallery of Burlington. Hang a Santa hand-cut, shaped, sanded, and painted on wood, or a penguin blown and sculpted out of glass. The natural beauty of these ornaments truly offers an heirloom quality.

Make the most of your tablescape…

The holidays are the one time of year you’re encouraged to eat cake off the fancy China. And there isn’t a table more beautiful

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than a table set for a Christmas meal. At Pure Boutique you can find everything you need to set a picturesque table – beautiful blush stoneware, marble cheese boards, crowned votives, gold dotted stemmed wine glasses, and the perfect teacup and saucers. Add some candles from Handmade House, or even some twinkle lights.

Add a cozy touch…

Thick knit throws and seasonal pillows can add a special cozy touch to your holiday décor. Little Pop Up Shoppe has plenty of holiday candles and scents, along with cute little holiday décor pieces you can place onto tabletops, mantles, or console tables.

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Shop Joyfully, Give Artfully

Visit the AGB Shop and choose from a selection of curated gifts created by Canadian artists and makers.

Open 12 PM to 5 PM Tuesday – Friday Saturdays 10 AM to 5 PM Closed Sunday and Monday The AGB will be closed December 24 2021 - January 3 2022

ART GALLERY OF BURLINGTON 1333 Lakeshore Rd. 905-632-7796 ext. 301

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Ornament: Lesley McInally Ceramics Oxidized silver and gold filled cuff: Air and Earth Design Flava Vase and Bowl: Kingston Glass Studio

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INGREDIENTS

• 2 tbsp Chaleur Dark Silk Hot Chocolate mix • 1 tbsp 100% cocoa powder • 1 cup hot milk or alternative • Whipped cream • 1 giant toasted marshmallow • Cocoa powder for dusting

CHALEUR HOT CHOCOLATE

Recipe by:

MISS BAILEY BROWN CHOCOLATES MISSBAILEYBROWN.COM

PREPARATION

1. Add hot chocolate mix and cocoa powder to your favourite cup.

2. Pour 1/4 cup of hot milk and stir to make paste until smooth.

3. Add the rest of milk and stir.

4. Add whipped cream from aerosol can to hot chocolate in circular motion with can in vertical position until just over rim of cup.

5. Place giant toasted marshmallow in the middle.

6. Sprinkle cocoa powder and enjoy!

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Regular $35 (All-in) | Member $30 (All-in) A fun multimedia adaptation for the whole family, featuring high-quality life-sized puppetry, digitally projected scenery and popular music adaptations!

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DLUX Puppets presents a fun new DLUX Puppets Sponsored by adaptation of Peter Pan! Using state of the Entering into this craftsman’s Atelier. The jewellery created there is unique both in art digital scenery, high-quality life-sized craftsmanship, design and quality. Pieces are made by hand or with computer assistance puppets, and popular songs from the ‘50s, and showcase the fine craftsmanship of Burlington’s jeweller.

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THU JAN 13, 2022 at 8pm Regular $145 (All-in) | Member $140 (All-in) VIP Regular $229 (All-in) | VIP Member $224 (All-in) The trademark sound of Air Supply comes to BPAC! International hits such as “All Out of Love”, “Making Love Out of Nothing At All”, “Just As I Am”, and more.

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THU FEB 10, 2022 at 8pm

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Jockheck Jewellers FINE PLATINUM AND GOLD ATELIER

A special thank you to our very loyal clientele for your business this past year.

We wish you a wonderfiul holiday season.

– David Jockheck

Thank you for shopping LOCAL

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