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A merry Christmas that GLOWs

Shop Local: County-inspired gifts for everyone on your list
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How to support Small businesses prepare for unique holiday season

small businesses
this holiday season Metro Creative son, small business owners
When the famous ball can put themselves in the best
The holiday season dropped in Times Square on position possible to capitalize
is an important one for New Year’s Eve and 2020 of- on consumer spending, how-
small businesses every ficially began, few people ever limited that spending
year, and it figures to might have anticipated what may be.
take on heightened im- awaited the world in the n Apply past experiences.
portance in 2020. months ahead. By the end of Small businesses have had a
The outbreak of the March, a global pandemic few litmus tests to gauge con-
novel coronavirus COV- sumer behavior during the
had changed the way people
ID-19 has hit small busi-
across the globe lived their outbreak. Easter marked the
nesses especially hard,
lives as governments scram- first major holiday to occur
with many being forced
to close their facilities bled to prevent a potentially while stay-at-home restric-
to customers in an effort deadly virus from spreading. tions were in place. Since then
c needsto prevent the virus from
spreading.
No aspect of life has been
left untouched by the CO-
retail holidays such as Moth-
er’s Day and Father’s Day
h; not social
Estimates regarding
the effects of the COV-
VID-19 outbreak, includ-
ing how people shop. Stay-
have come and gone. Small
business owners can examine
adlines &
ID-19 outbreak on small
businesses varied, but
at-home measures and
government-mandated clo-
consumer behavior during
past retail holidays to inform
ws. many small business
owners were forced to
sures proved a formidable
challenge for small business
their approaches to this holi-
day season. If consumers ex-
let go employees as owners. Another challenge pressed a desire for gift pack-
they confronted steep awaits such businesses this ages that reduced their need
country depends
declines in revenue. A holiday season, when con- METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION to make multiple shopping
ZenBusiness survey of sumers are expected to do Small business owners are looking to capitalize on the holiday shopping season in what promises to trips, small business owners
journalists to
more than 1,000 small much of their shopping on- be a unique final month of 2020. can design and promote gift
business founders, se- line.Real, Reputable, baskets filled with an assort-
lic with
nior managers and deci-
Trusted.
Many small Your Newsfor their loved ones. Small ers have adapted to lengthy in the United States declined
businesses ment of products from their
rnalism.
sion makers found that
37 percent of small busi-
thrive on welcoming custom- business owners looking delivery times during the by 5 percent in the first quar-
Media.
ers into their facilities. While to capitalize on the holiday outbreak, and retail analysts ter of 2020, and in June the
stores. Creativity figures to
be a necessity to attract cus-
nesses that employ be- no one can predict how long shopping season can try these predict many will begin shop- Congressional Budget Office tomers this holiday season,
tween 11 and 25 people
support for quality,
were considering laying
social distancing measures strategies as they prepare for ping earlier than ever before predicted that growth would
Follow
will remain the it’s rea- what promises to be a unique to account for potential deliv- ultimately decline by 38 per-
in place,
and past retail holidays can
inspire a new approach.
rnalism:
off more than one-fifth of
their workforce. conversation
sonable to assume that at con- final month of 2020: ery problems. By discounting cent. Such figures suggest
n Start early. Holiday pro- items early, small business that money will be tight this
Small businesses can con-
sumers may be hesitant to front the challenge of the
As small businesses visit #SupportRealNews
stores en masse this holi- motions typically feature owners can put themselves in holiday season, and small holiday season by embracing
face difficult challeng- discounted items, and small position to capitalize on early business owners can expect
e International
es, it’s no surprise that
day season.
But the spirit of the holi- business owners can hit the bird shoppers. to compete for every dollar.
a handful of strategies to at-
tract consumers during what
many consumers want
of Investigative
to support locally owned
day THIS
season PUBLICATION
will return, and ground running by announc- n Keep sales going. The By starting sales early and promises to be a season un-
that spirit will still compel ing sales well in advance of Bureau of Economic Analysis keeping those sales going like any other in recent mem-
oday small businesses this SUPPORTS REAL
consumers to look for gifts the holiday season. Consum- noted that economic growth throughout the holiday sea- ory.
holiday season. Such NEWS.
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help small businesses,
but also can help to re-
vitalize local communi-
ties.
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to help:
n Shop online. Online NOT SOCIAL MEDIA HEADLINES & FAKE NEWS.
shopping has tradition-
e.org ally been dominated by
big box retailers. How-
ever, many small busi-
nesses increased their
e-commerce capabilities
to generate revenue.
Shoppers concerned
about shopping in per-
son this holiday sea-
son should explore the
delivery and curbside
pickup options avail-
able at locally owned
small businesses. Even
businesses that have
not traditionally been al-
lowed to deliver, such as
breweries and wineries,
have been able to do so
during the outbreak, giv-
ing consumers unlimited
online shopping options.
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iday shopping, and such
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n Share your experi-
ence. Word-of-mouth
is vital to small busi-
nesses at any time,
and can be especially
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holiday season provides
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they look to recover from
ANY AMOUNT!
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– Metro Creative
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A merry Christmas that GLOWs

SHOP LOCAL: County-inspired gifts for everyone on your list
By KORI SCIANDARA purchase a bottle of one of
ksciandra@batavianews.com their award-winning Riesling
If you’re looking for wines or a wine basket on
something unique to gift their way out with their new
your loved ones this year, gift card. A $50 wine basket
consider a customized gift. includes two bottles of best-
With a variety of different gift selling wine, a jar of locally
ideas to choose from, a gift made wine infused jam, and
that embodies your county is two chocolate truffles. If
both unique and meaningful. PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH you think they would rather
Here are some ideas if Gift certificates to restaurants such as The Eli Fish Brewing Co. in enjoy a glass of wine during
you are looking for gifts that Batavia are excellent ways to support small businesses. a night in, order a few bottles
distinctly says this is from of wine and have them
Genesee, Livingston, Orleans PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH shipped right to their front
or Wyoming County. For the adventure seeker, consider an outing with Adventure Calls door. This purchase requires
Outfitters, which offers two locations to choose from, Letchworth a minimum purchase of
GENESEE COUNTY State Park, and the Salmon River, in Pulaski, Oswego County. three bottles, shipping rates
For those shopping for apply. For more information,
co-workers, cousins, or your visit deerrunwinery.com.
in-laws this year, consider a For the outdoor lover, try
sweet treat. Genesee County an adventurous gift. Liv-
has been home to Oliver’s ingston County provides an
Candies for almost 90 years. abundance of opportunity to
The store, 211 West Main seize-the-day with outdoor
St., Batavia, offers an eclectic adventures. How about a hot
assortment of candy from air balloon ride chartered by
the Candy Shop, as well as, Finger Lakes Balloon Corp.
gift baskets from the Country or white water rafting by Ad-
Store. The Grand Sponge venture Calls Outfitters?
Candy Basket comes filled Finger Lakes Balloon
with a selection of four fla- Corp., 6730 Barber Hill
vors of sponge candy, $59.95; Rd., Groveland, is a bal-
Oliver’s Hometown Good- PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH loon ride tour agency that
ness (small), $50, is packed Oliver’s Candies in Batavia offers an eclectic assortment of candy works with Liberty Balloon
with Batavia favorites, in- from the Candy Shop, as well as, gift baskets from the Country Company and Balloons
cluding assorted chocolates, Store. Over Letchworth. They offer
fresh roasted extra choice PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH champagne hot air balloon
nuts, chocolate covered Deer Run Winery in Geneseo is known for its award-winning pampered. Whether they LIVINGSTON COUNTY
rides from the Middle Falls
Oreos, pecan logs, and more. Riesling wines. prefer to browse for a new Buy your loved one an ex- picnic area at Letchworth
These baskets are a crowd casual outfit or take time out perience this holiday season State Park and operate from
favorite, stop into Oliver’s as a regular size draft beer; dress to impress. Charles for an expert tailoring expe- and consider gifting a visit to May to mid-October. For
Candies and choose the one your first beer free; a free Men’s Shop, family owned rience with their new suit, Deer Run Winery, 3772 West
for you. Visit oliverscandies. birthday beer; a ticket to since 1947, is an excellent more information, call (585)
Charles Men’s Shop offers Lake Road, Geneseo. You can
com or call (585) 343- 5888. the annual Brewing Society place to shop for the men 493-3340.
professional service. purchase a gift certificate Adventure Calls Outfitters,
While you’re out, stop for a Party, (COVID-19 changes in your family. From head- For more information, to the winery, schedule a
bite to eat at one of Batavia’s could apply); 10 percent off to-toe, Charles Men’s Shop, 7051 Lower Falls Rd., Letch-
visit charlesmensshop.com time for a wine tasting, and
dining establishments. merchandise; half price ap- 200 East Main St., Batavia, or call (585) 343-2086. encourage your loved one to See GIFTS A4
“We have a ton of great petizers with $5 draft beers can help give your favorite
dining,” said Steven Falitico, during Mug Club Monday’s; men a pep in their step. Their
membership development and discounts on growlers full tailor shop on premise
DELIVERY,
BUSINESS HOURS
director for the Genesee and crowlers. allows owners David Howe MON-THUR 11AM TO 9PM
Chamber of Commerce. For more information, and Donald Brown the op- DINE-IN,
“Restaurant gift certificates visit elifishbrewing.com or portunity to find exactly TAKE-OUT, FRI & SAT 11AM TO 10PM
are worth mentioning be- call (585) 343-0008. what you’re looking for. “I Know a Guy.” & SUN 12PM TO 8PM
cause that industry will be To patronize other restau- Purchase a gift card to 343-2447 CURBSIDE PICKUP
hit hardest during the winter rants within the County, visit Charles Men’s Shop for Subs • Wings • Pasta AVAILABLE
months.” https://visitgeneseeny.com/ those hardworking men and 314 ELLICOTT Now, and, through the
Gift certificates to restau- where-to-eat. encourage them to take a STREET BATAVIA, NY 14020 holiday season, get
rants such as The Eli Fish As we head into the holi- day off and spoil themselves. $5 FREE when you
Brewing Co. and Bourbon day season, it’s a chance to Treat them to a day of feeling
& Burger Co. are excellent purchase a $25 or
ways to support small busi- more gift card!
nesses as well. *Available for purchase in-store only*
Eli Fish Brewing Co. uses
locally sourced ingredients
that can be ordered online
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Brewing Society. A one-year
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commemorative mug; larger 335 Ellicott St, Batavia, NY 14020
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Gifts
From A3
worth State Park, Castile, of-
fers two locations to choose
from, Letchworth State Park
and Salmon River, in Pulaski,
Oswego County.
Open from April to Octo-
ber, Adventure Calls Outfit-
ters, offers a two-and-a-
half-hour trip through “The
Grand Canyon of the East” at
Letchworth State Park, or a
trip down Salmon River that
is fun for all ages. Trips run PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH
Saturdays, Sundays, and hol- A gift from the Medina
idays. Beginning in June and Sandstone Society Inc. that
running through September, encompasses Medina’s
trips are available Tuesday heritage and the history of both
sandstone and the Erie Canal in
through Friday as well.
the community is a unique gift
Cost is $45 per person and PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH
for a reader or a history lover.
will most likely be a gift to The Trappist monks at Abbey of the Genesee bake the highly- A selection of items available in Monks’ Bread gift boxes.
remember. Visit adventure- sought Monks’ Bread and associated products. pes, and more.
calls.com for more informa- The subscription includes
tion and packages. a free guided tour for two
Don’t forget a gift box and a 10 percent discount at
filled with Monks’ bread the East Hill Creamery store.
from the Abbey of the Gen- Visit easthillcreamery.com
esee. Christmas Delivery gift or call (585) 237-3622 to ob-
boxes range from a Monks’ tain a subscription.
sampler to a variety gift box. Also known for its quantity
Monks’ Bread made at the of maple sugar making, Wyo-
Monks’ Specialty Bakery is ming County is home to lav-
made by the Trappist monks. ish amounts of sugar makers
Visit geneseeabbey.org to and their sugar houses.
order a gift box. Finished maple syrup prod-
ucts offer a delicate taste, a
ORLEANS COUNTY rich taste, a robust taste, or
As one of the largest a strong taste depending on
tourisms draws for Orleans the color of the maple pro-
County, fishing draws in PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH duced.
fishermen from all over the East Hill Creamery, Perry, offers a monthly subscription series Merle Maple, 1884 Route
country and beyond. If you that includes cheese, recipes and other releated items. 98, Attica, offers a variety
have a fisherman on your of maple products made on
Christmas list, a fly-fishing site. Pair up a few of your fa-
charter by Oak Orchard PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH vorite products to gift to your
River Guide Service, (585) Merle Maple, Attica, offers pre-made gift packages. friends and family. Products
283-1301, or a fishing charter such as maple BBQ sauce;
by Reel Excitement Char- residing within the county. maple cotton candy; and
ters, (585) 733-5829 are great Consider a monthly sub- aged bourbon maple syrup
ways to think outside the scription box for East Hill paired with maple mustard
norm of traditional gifts. For Creamery, 343 South Main and maple cream are a de-
more information, visit or- St., Perry. A subscription lightful gift for the maple
leanscountytourism.com or to the Wedge Club, $40, in- lover in the family.
ilovefishing.com. cludes a 16-ounce wedge of If you’re more comfortable
A gift from the Medina cheese, an accompaniment letting the professionals’
Sandstone Society Inc. that PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH of cheese-related equip- pair your gift items for you,
encompasses Medina’s PROVIDED PHOTOGRAPH Hurd Orchards in Holley ment, tasting notes and pair- Merle Maple offers pre-made
heritage and the history of If you have a fisherman on your Christmas list, a fishing charter by offers mouthwatering baked ing ideas, recipes, and more. gift packages. These feature
both sandstone and the Erie Reel Excitement Charters in Orleans County is a great way to think goods such as cinnamon apple Take it a step further and a Bourbon Lovers Basket,
outside the norm of traditional gifts. muffins. purchase a subscription to
Canal in the community is a Breakfast Basket, Maple Lov-
unique gift for a reader or a goods such as cinnamon with a homemade cranberry the Wheel Club, $65, which er’s Basket, Maple Sample
dairy cows, Wyoming County
history lover. Their gift shop apple muffins, pumpkin orange apple pie made with includes a quarter wheel (2.5 Basket, New York Basket,
offers books, post cards, note is recognized for its dairy to 3 pounds) of cheese, an
cookies, and a variety of dif- ingredients “straight-from- and The Grill Master.
cards, and more. Visit sand- production. It’s even said accompaniment of cheese- For more information,
ferent flavor-rich pies. the-land” and you can be
stonesociety.org. that Wyoming County has related equipment, tasting visit merlemaple.com or call
As the fall season wraps sure your special someone
Known to be plentiful more cows than people notes and pairing ideas, reci- (585) 535-7136.
up, stop in at the farm and will relish in such a warm
when it comes to apples,
Orleans County offers many inquire about gourmet pic- and thoughtful gift.
opportunities for apple nic baskets, which feature For more information,
picking during peak season. savories and sweets. A gift visit Hurd Orchard on Face-
certificate for a lunch date book or visit their website at
A gift certificate to Hurd
Orchards, 17260 Ridge Rd., for two at the farm when hurdorchards.com. Let Us Cater
Holley, doesn’t stop at a
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5 ways to make
gift cards more personal
Metro Creative a specific store your loved one
When in doubt while holiday likes. For example, if the per-
shopping, go with a gift card. son is an outdoors enthusiast,
Gift cards provide a convenient a gift card to L.L. Bean may be
way to ensure people of all ages perfect. If he or she wants to be
ultimately get something spe- the next top chef, money to-
cial. ward Sur La Table or Williams
According to a 2016 sur- Sonoma is fitting.
vey by the gift card sales tool n Wrap it in a unique way.
CardCash, gift cards are a $127 Don’t give the gift card in an
billion market that keeps grow- envelope; find a unique way to
ing. Physical gift cards have wrap it. That will make the gift
been growing at an annual card a gift within a gift. Find a
rate of 6 percent, but digital small gift box and wrap the gift
gift cards are growing at an an- card as you would any other
nual rate of 200 percent. The gift. Or make it even more excit-
financial resource The Motley ing by designing a scavenger
Fool indicates that, during the hunt with clues on where to
2018 holiday shopping sea- find the hidden gift card.
son, people buying gift cards n Assemble a gift basket.
purchased roughly four cards Add a few extra treats to a bas-
each, with an average value of ket with the gift card that ties
$45 per card. into a theme. If the gift card is
Even though gift cards are for a boating or fishing retailer,
an easy option, like giving cash, place tackle, a floating key ring
they may seem like impersonal or a dry storage bag in the gift
gifts. However, gift givers can basket.
explore these ways to add a n Add a sweet message. At-
personal touch to the gift card: tach a greeting card and share
METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION
n Make your own gift card. a few sentiments about why the
Gift-givers may be looking for ways to tasks such as shopping and gift wrapping just a little easier.
Companies including Visa and gift card was chosen. This will
Mastercard enable gift-givers help make the gift more per-
to personalize cards with their
own photos. Shoppers also can
choose from predesign galler-
sonal and show that time was
taken to select the item.
The National Retail Fed-
Tips to simplify shopping and wrapping
ies to present a card that has a eration and Prosper Insights
little more flair. The gift cards & Analytics reassures that gift Metro Creative are discounts to be had all opening presents can make all laundry room or a large closet
can then be tied to specific oc- cards are one of the most popu- The holiday season is a busy year long if you keep your eyes the hard work worth it. Be sure can be the ideal location for
casions or holidays. lar entries on holiday wish lists time of year. People devote open. Grab an item here and that you shop for all of the gifts a wrapping station. Because
n Choose a popular store. each year. Making the gift a bit many hours to generating gift there when there is something for children in your household wrapping paper rolls are the
Rather than buying the first gift more personal can increase the lists and planning their shop- that catches your eye and fits first, especially if you play San- most cumbersome wrapping
card you see, iselect a card for enjoyment factor even further. ping excursions. Shopping the needs of a gift recipient. ta’s helper. supplies, find a way to corral
can be all-encompassing dur- Shopping early also affords Use opportunities when them. A tall laundry hamper
ing the holiday season, but it shoppers a greater buffer if the kids are in school or at works, or consider hanging
Handmade gifts is only half of the gift-giving they plan to do some of their daycare to bring gifts into the wrapping paper rolls hori-
zontally on thin curtain rods
shopping online. Shipping house and then wrap them.
are personalized and special equation. After all of those
toys, articles of clothing and times have changed due to Wrapping as you go can help attached to a wall or the back
other goodies are purchased, COVID-19, which has dis- to ensure there are no “spoiler of a door. Simply pull off the
Metro Creative help a home feel cozy. With those items will need to be rupted some supply chains alerts” prior to the holidays. amount of paper you need and
2020 has been year unlike some basic components, such wrapped and hidden away. and put added pressure on cut.
any other. A global pandemic as a wax source, wick, tint, and Gift-givers may be looking for shipping companies. The U.S. Organize other supplies in
affected communities in ev- scent oils, it’s easy to make ways to make these tasks just a Postal Service says products
Create a wrapping station a nearby drawer or organiza-
ery corner of the globe, and candles. Pour the wax into a little easier. and packages may require A dedicated area for wrap- tional caddy. Store gift bags
many people found they had favorite vessel, such as a mason more time to be delivered ping can streamline the pro- and tissue paper in a fabric
more time on their hands due jar or delicate teacup. due to limited transportation cess. Gift wrapping supplies tote bag. Having everything
to stay-at-home restrictions. n Handmade soaps: Those Shop early availability, so shopping early can be tough to keep orga- within arm’s reach cuts down
That extra free time may have who dabble in candles may The sooner you begin shop- nized because they’re usually on time spent searching for
want to parlay those skills into can help ensure everything ar-
opened up the opportunity to ping, the more time you will awkward sizes and can eat up supplies.
re-engage with old hobbies or soapmaking as well. Soaps can rives on time.
have to purchase everything a lot of space. That’s where a It’s that time of year for
start entirely new ones. Such be crafted relatively easy and
you need and then get it pre- wrapping station can come shopping and wrapping. En-
endeavors may have resulted packaged as part of the ulti-
pared for giving. While Black Tackle the kids’ gifts first into play. It can be custom- sure it is a low-stress experi-
in items that can make ideal mate homemade spa package.
handmade holiday gifts. n Oven mitts or skillet Friday and Cyber Monday Watching children’s bright made or you can use items ence with some time-saving
Crafting or engaging in other handle covers: Gift that spe- sales feature great deals, there grins and all their excitement already around the house. A tips.
creative pursuits is a great way cial home chef with custom
to pass the time and alleviate oven mitts and a coordinating
anxiety related to self-quaran- skillet holder for popular cast-
tining. Katie Carey Levisay, a
clinical neuropsychologist in
iron cookery. An easy pattern,
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n Jewelry: Most craft stores and hat sets, the options are
now have entire aisles dedi- endless.
cated to making jewelry. From n Food: Those whose tal-
earring posts and loops to ents lean more toward culinary
necklace brackets and all the than crafty can pour their holi-
essentials in between, jewelry day love into delicious desserts
crafters can create something or tasty tidbits.
fitting for the special people on Handmade gifts provide an
their lists. opportunity to offer personal
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The fabric of Plaid Friday

Metro Creative support small businesses.
The holiday season some- Shoppers have many dif-
times arrives with a frenetic ferent ways to support the
pace. At the dawn of the holi- Plaid Friday movement.
day season, there seems to n Look for signage or
be so much to fit into a rela- social media advertising
tively short period of time, regarding Plaid Friday.
including planning celebra- Many establishments may
tions and shopping. The rush advertise Plaid Friday sales.
often begins the Friday after Keep an eye out for signs or
Thanksgiving on a day called hashtags on social media,
Black Friday. such as #plaidfriday, #shop-
Plaid Friday – also on the local and #dinelocal.
Friday after Thanksgiving n Let others know you’re
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of Black Friday may not be Friday to others who may not
for everyone. The event was be aware of the movement.
created in Oakland, Calif., to n Wear plaid clothing on
transform holiday shopping Plaid Friday to show local
for family and friends into a business solidarity.
more connected, pleasur- n Search community
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day. Plaid Friday promotes websites to find out more
the diversity and creativ- about Plaid Friday efforts in
ity of local and independent your community.
businesses. On Plaid Friday, n Certain shops may have
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gifts in a more leisurely fash- tinue to support these busi- To find the time to get everything done – especially shopping – consider utilizing some time management tips and tricks.
ion. nesses as much as possible,
According to event orga- taking advantage of curbside
nizers, the name “Plaid Fri-
day” was chosen from the
idea of weaving individual
pickup or delivery options
that can further streamline
holiday shopping.
Find the time to shop for holiday gifts
threads of small businesses n Explore new offerings. Metro Creative through crowds can be time- and divide up your shopping good portion of your list. Start
together to create a strong Some businesses you fre- consuming. Try to shop when lists. Each person can be in in the early morning when the
The holiday season is a
fabric that celebrates inde- quently shop with may have the stores are more sparsely charge of a different category children are at school and visit
busy time of year. So many
pendent businesses. While altered their services and populated so you can get in of shopping. For example, as many stores as possible.
activities are packed into a
Plaid Friday may have origi- products to fit the changing if you are in charge of gam- Stow away those gifts until
relatively short period of time, and out faster.
nated in California, it has times. As a result, you may be ing gifts, buy all of these and you have the opportunity to
and it is easy to become a tad n Shop local. Think about
now spread to local towns able to purchase a greater va- then distribute them to who- wrap them. Make the day off
overwhelmed by it all. Once patronizing small, indepen-
across the country. Plaid riety of items all in one store. ever needed them. Delegating a little more special by treat-
Black Friday arrives on Nov. dent retailers. Not only will
Friday precedes Small Busi- Local shopping is at the saves time and lets shoppers ing yourself to a solo lunch or
27, holiday shoppers have less you enjoy customized, exem-
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day shoppers can turn their pers who want to avoid the store. The holiday season is one of
shopping done. the stores probably will not be
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6 ways to stick
to a holiday budget
Metro Creative you should spend. Find ways
The holidays are an excit- to make up any deficit by
ing, fun and joyful time of curtailing expenses such as
year. And for many people, dining out or entertainment
the holidays also are expen- extras. Many people plan to
sive. use credit cards to pay now
According to the Motley and worry about the after-
Fool Company, a financial math later. Only use credit
wellness resource, the aver- cards if you have the money
age American spent $882.45 in the bank and can pay off
on Christmas gifts, food, the entire bill when the bal-
decorations, travel, and oth- ance due is in January.
er holiday-related expenses 3. Set a spending limit for
in 2019. Around 56 percent individuals. Based on your
of gift shoppers set a budget numbers and how much you
for holiday spending, but plan to spend overall, start
only 64 percent stuck to it. allocating money to catego-
In addition, 21.5 percent of ries, including gift recipients.
respondents went into debt Come up with a spending
due to holiday shopping. range for each person and
Who doesn’t want to have stick to it.
a super holiday with deli- 4. Pay in cash as much as
cious foods on the table and possible. It’s easy to know
lots of presents to share with what you’re spending when
family and friends? While using cash as opposed to METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION
that’s tempting, such a credit. There is some risk A total of 24 shops at a time will make up a virtual shopping mall called “The Shops of Livingston County. “ The initiative, led by the
bounty should never result with carrying around cash, Livingston County Area Chamber of Commerce, will be a chance for people worried about the COVID-19 pandemic to shop from home.
in financial peril. but that risk may be offset

Virtual holiday shopping experience

These six strategies can by the benefit of spending
make it easy to establish and only what you can afford to
stick to a budget this holiday spend.
season: 5. Track all purchases.
1. Budget for everything.
When working out holiday
spending plans, factor in all
Save the receipts and keep
a running total of expendi-
tures so you can see how your
coming to Livingston County
of the expenses associated spending is measuring up
with the holidays – not just to your budget. If necessary, By BRENDAN MCDONOUGH shopping.
the most obvious, such as scale back on one category bmcdonough@livingstonnews.com “As long as stores are open
gifts. Costs for gas, parking if you’ve tipped the scales in GENESEO – On Nov. 28 and we are not in a lock down
lot fees, greeting cards, post- spending on another. a virtual ribbon cutting cer- where we can not physically
age, travel expenses, and 6. Shop sales and deals. emony hosted by the Livingston get into stores, the chamber en-
much more should be in- High-end stores may have County Area Chamber of Com- courages people to get into the
cluded in your final number. the impressive tag, but their merce to kick off a new initiative stores and shop,” said Lane.
2. Determine how much prices can set you back. In- called “The Shops of Livingston In the virtual shopping ex-
you can spend. Money for stead, look for comparable County.” perience Lane said people can
gifts and other holiday ex- gifts at discount stores and “Through a virtual platform control their own movements
penses should ideally come other retailers. If you must known as remo we have created and decide what stores they
from your disposable in- use a credit card, use one a virtual Main Street,” Chamber want to visit and which ones
come. Look at your finances that earns you a cash-back President & CEO Laura Lane. they don’t.
in advance of the holiday bonus for added savings. A total of 24 shops at a time “So you are able to move
season and figure out how A holiday budget is a must will make up the virtual shop- about the shops with your fam-
much extra cash you have for to avoid overspending and ping mall. It will be a chance ily and friends from the comfort
the holidays, and use that fig- finding yourself in debt early for people worried about the BRENDAN MCDONOUGH/ LIVINGSTON COUNTY NEWS of your own home,” said Lane.
ure to determine how much next year. COVID-19 pandemic to shop Livingston County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO If a shop is already full with
safety from the comfort of their Laura Lane says a new virtual shopping experience, “The Shops of five people Lane said there is
homes. Livingston County,” will not only give people the opportunity to also a solution for that, too.
“Our mall hours are going to shop safely from the comfort of their homes but also give them the “If a shop is full, I have the
be from Saturdays, Sundays, opportunity to speak to store workers in real time. ability to check out their online
Tuesdays and Thursdays in connection between shop own- speciality theme nights are store. If I want to have a con-
three hour increments. Busi- versation with the shop owner
ers and consumers,” said Lane. planned. One she said could
nesses will have the ability to I can always try back at another
In addition to speaking to be a guys night out or a girls
sign up in those three hour in- time,” said Lane.
store workers, Lane said shop- night out. Special visits are also
crements,” said Lane. The goal of the project is to
So far Lane said about 40 pers can also access a chat fea- scheduled from old Saint Nick. give people another option to
business had expressed inter- ture and speak to each other. “We do have the opportunity enjoy holiday shopping during
est in the program. The mall will “We have also designed the where families will be able to the COVID-19 pandemic.
consist of two levels of stores mall with a fireside chat. Just as schedule times for their chil- “This is just another op-
and Lane says the store owner you would be walking up and dren and with the click of a but- portunity to try shopping with
and five shoppers will be al- down Main Street you get that ton you can interact in real time another shopping experience,”
lowed into each store at a time. ability to connect with friends with Santa,” said Lane. said Lane.
The initiative will give people and relatives,” said Lane. If people are not comfortable People interested in taking
a chance to shop safely and also The virtual shopping experi- with computers, Lane said this part in the virtual holiday shop-
ask store workers questions in ence will start on Small Busi- type of shopping may not be the ping experience, maycontact
real time, just as if they were in ness Saturday and run until way to go. It is just another op- the Livingston County Area
an actual store. the Tuesday before Christmas. tion for people and is in no way Chamber of Commerce at (585)
“It is all about the human During that time she said intended to replace in-person 243-2222.

Security tips to consider before buying online this holiday season

Metro Creative pers expect to increase their ping a breeze, but shoppers battle to avoid being on the
Online shopping has be- online purchases this holiday should know that unsecured hook for fraudulent purchases.
come a popular way for con- season. Wi-Fi connections make it n Shop via mobile apps in-
sumers to meet their holiday Online shopping may be easy for cyber criminals to see stead of websites. Cyber crimi-
shopping needs. According especially convenient during everything users are doing nals are less likely to target mo-
to Mastercard, e-commerce a pandemic, but online shop- online. When using Wi-Fi to bile apps in an effort to access
sales hit a record high in the pers must take steps to protect shop, make sure the connec-
themselves from cyber crimi- tion requires a password and consumer data because apps
2019 holiday season. Data from require hackers to create spe-
Mastercard’s SpendingPulse nals. never purchase items from a
METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION n Make your browsing site that does not. WPA2 AES cific attacks for each app. Web-
A holiday budget is a must to avoid overspending and finding
report indicated that consum- sites are vulnerable to general
ers spent 19 percent more on more secure. HTTPS Every- encryption does not make us-
yourself in debt early next year. where is an extension that ers invulnerable to hackers or browser attacks, which means
online shopping in 2019 than
encrypts shoppers’ commu- other criminals, but it does pro- hackers don’t have to work as
they did in the previous holiday nications with major websites, vide substantial security that’s hard to access site visitors’ sen-
season. thereby making their brows- superior to other encryption sitive data as they would if they
Have a healthy shopping experience That record may be short
lived, as shoppers are expected
ing more secure. Compatible technology. were to target retail apps.
with browsers such as Chrome, n Use a credit card instead Experts expect online shop-
Metro Creative mer, many retailers were to spend even more online this Firefox and Opera, HTTPS of your debit card. Credit cards
holiday season as they con- ping to reach new heights this
People are more con- allowed to reopen if they Everywhere employs technol- provide more protection to
tinue to confront the global ogy to ensure websites do not consumers than debit cards. holiday season, and it’s up to
scious than ever about their implemented strict poli- consumers to take every step
personal health. In late COVID-19 pandemic. A recent default to unencrypted HTTP Though conditions apply,
cies about workers and cus- necessary to ensure their sen-
survey of 1,000 consumers sites, which are not as secure as credit card users are not liable if
2019 and early 2020, the tomers wearing masks and sitive financial information is
conducted by the omnichan- HTTPS sites. fraudulent purchases are made
world was introduced to cutting store capacities by kept safe from online crimi-
nel technology provider Radial n Don’t just use any Wi-Fi. with their cards, while debit
the deadly virus COVID-19, a certain percentage. Shop- found that two-thirds of shop- Wi-Fi can make holiday shop- card users could face an uphill nals.
which spread across the ping online enables you
globe like wildfire, requir- to stay closer to home and
ing various changes to per- have gifts either delivered
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Tips for successfully

gifting teens
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Giving gifts during the hol- high-quality piece of luggage
iday season may be reward- can be a building block for
ing, but certain people on teens’ travel gear.
your shopping list may leave Other travel items to
you scratching your head consider are RFID blocker
wondering what to buy.
ID and credit card holders,
Teenagers often fall into
that confusing category. As money toward a passport or
trends and interests change an overnight toiletries bag.
at a moment’s notice, adults
may not know what to get the Gaming
teenagers on their list.
These suggestions can set Many teens immerse
you on the right course: themselves in gameplay,
whether solo or online mul-
Gadgets tiplayer. Games can be en-
joyed while using various
Teens like staying abreast consoles, computers and
of the latest technology, and
even smartphones.
what better way to do so than
with hot-off-the-assembly- Find out which platform
line products? teens are using and then
Moderns teens use mul- purchase gift cards, points or
tiple mobile devices – from e-codes so that they can get
tablets to smartphones to new games or enjoy in-app
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notebook computers – so an purchases and upgrades.
Shoppers can light up their favorite book lovers’ eyes this holiday season, even if they’re not giving them a recent bestseller. outlet multiplier with surge
protection could be the way

Great gifts for book lovers

to go. School funding
A charging caddy that Some gifts can focus
keeps all of their devices or- on the future, including
ganized and within reach teens’education. Consider
while replenishing the bat-
donating to or opening up an
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go-to gift. account to help fund college
Books are popular gifts them a recent bestseller. sible for busy readers to can make for great, unique costs.
n Bookshelf: E-readers devour their favorite books gifts. While shopping for gad-
come the holiday season. Different plans have dif-
may provide instant access while commuting to and n Embosser: Embossers
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Genres that run the gamut ferent annual contribution
to millions of books, but from work or running daily Bluetooth-enabled earbuds
from fantasy to nonfiction allow readers to put their
many avid readers still prefer errands in the car. Ama- or over-the-ear headphones. limits and tax deferments,
ensure there’s a book out personal stamps on every
physical books. zon’s Audible membership This way teens can enjoy so it’s a good idea to speak
there for everyone. But find- book in their collections. their favorite streaming mu-
ing the right gift for a book- Bookshelves can make the provides readers with a That not only adds a unique with a financial professional
perfect gift for book lovers host of benefits, including sic stations or binge a Netflix to figure out which avenue
loving loved one may not be touch to readers’ personal series without disturbing
as easy as it seems. who take great pride in their discounts on audiobook libraries, but also may in- is right for you and your gift
home libraries. Bookshelves purchases, monthly credits others.
Avid readers may have crease the chances that recipient.
come in all shapes, sizes and toward anything available
personal book collections the books they loan out to
that rival local libraries, so it
styles, from ladder book- through the service and even
friends and family members Gym equipment
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can be difficult to find some- to built-ins. A basic under- paper subscriptions. are ultimately returned. Af- Adolescents are conscious
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list of books can remove the that can blend in seamlessly reading rooms. Decorative personally embossed? can encourage healthy phys- favorite retailers are likely to
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nately, shoppers can still tion: Audio book subscrip- a theme that correlates to if shoppers are unsure about equipment can help teens the teen on your list shops,
light up their favorite book tion services have grown in readers’ favorite literary buying their loved ones ac- get on track with a weekly consider a gift card good for
lovers’ eyes this holiday sea- popularity in recent years. genre (i.e., boat bookends for tual books. regimen.
any store in a local mall.
Shopping for gifts for
Luggage/travel gear teens can be a little easier if

Gifts that can make social distancing more enjoyable A thirst for exploration
may inspire teens to travel
shoppers get a nudge in the
right direction.
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Exchanging gifts with loved gle classes, making them ideal
ones is a holiday season tra- for loved ones of all skill and
dition. That tradition figures interest levels.
to continue this year, though Technology
families will almost certainly
have to adjust the ways they ex- Technology has helped ma-
change gifts. ny people stay connected with
The outbreak of the novel friends and family while social
coronavirus COVID-19 in the distancing, so a new tablet, lap-
winter of 2019-20 changed how top or desktop computer can be
people across the globe live just what people need to fully
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buying gifts for their loved ones, them in online cooking classes.
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Holiday gifts to spark home improvement ideas

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People have spent more n Magazine subscription: contractor to help complete
time at home in 2020 than There are plenty of ideas on plans that may be a little out
they likely have in years past. the internet, but a subscrip- of reach for the average DI-
This has provided home- tion to a home remodeling Yer.
owners with plenty of time to or interior design magazine n Big-ticket item: Some
ponder potential upgrades puts inspiration right in friends and family members
to their homes. After taking homeowners’ hands. Pages may want to pool their re-
inventory of their lifestyles, can be marked or cut out and sources and offer loved ones
surroundings and furnish- used on idea boards. an over-the-top gift. This can
ings, people have embarked n Tools and supplies: include a backyard playset
on construction projects or Homeowners just starting for children, a storage shed,
out may benefit from the ba- a pool installation, or even a
home interior design reno-
sics. Stores often sell starter new appliance package. Gift
vations in record numbers.
tool kits that can be used in ideas are endless and only
Holiday gifts that cater to home improvement-themed limited by budget.
projects around the house baskets. Experienced DI- n Room re-do: All it may
are likely to be highly valued Yers may have a special tool take is some new linens or
this holiday season. Here in mind that is outside their accents to transform a room.
are some ideas for home im- budget right now, such as a From throw pillows to cur-
provement-related gifts: chop saw or cordless power tains to wall art, give the gift
n Home improvement drill. Purchasing one of these of an easy room makeover.
retailer gift card: Home items can help projects move Riding the momentum of
improvement centers are along more smoothly. increased home improve-
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it-yourselfers. To help offset Who can’t use a little help several months, holiday
the cost of supplies, gift- with their home remodel- shoppers can choose home-
givers can give a gift card to ing efforts? Give the gift of a related gift ideas to keep the METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION
a neighborhood hardware consultation from an inte- projects and ideas flowing. Holiday gifts that cater to projects around the house are likely to be highly valued this holiday season.

Must-haves to achieve a holiday wonderland Healthy Heavy bags, lifting and

inspecting items at arms
them in your cart unless you
plan to buy them. Compare
Metro Creative once hung to drive off evil spirts of the log each evening until length from racks or shelves items with your eyes, not
Snowflakes, candy canes, and ensure fertility. Kissing un- Twelfth Night, or the Epiphany, From A7 and wearing a heavy purse your hands.
evergreen wreaths, and Christ- der the mistletoe was first found which takes place on Jan. 6. or made available for curb- can contribute to back n Wash hands frequent-
mas trees can elicit nostalgia for associated with the Greek festi- nPoinsettias: Poinsettias are pain. Minimize such move-
side pickup. Many retailers, ly. Remember to frequently
happy holidays of the past, as val of Saturnalia and later with a tropical plant from Mexico. ments to ensure a shopping
well as excitement for what is yet primitive marriage rites. Joel Roberts Poinsett, the first including small mom-and- wash hands during shop-
pop stores, have imple- trip doesn’t end with some ping ventures or when re-
to come. When it comes to deco- nLights: The custom of hav- ambassador from the United aches and pains.
rating for the holidays, there are ing holiday lights dates back States to Mexico, became en- mented new e-commerce turning from the store. In
to when Christmas trees were amored with the plants, and n Touch only what you
certain items that set the scene. options to increase their the absence of a sink, use
n Christmas trees: Germany decorated with candles, which brought them back to his native plan to buy. While the Cen-
online shopping capabili- hand sanitizer that’s at least
is credited with starting the mod- symbolized Christ being the light South Carolina. An old Mexican ters for Disease Control and
ties. 60 percent alcohol to pre-
ern Christmas tree tradition. It of the world. These traditions legend suggests a poor girl had Prevention and other health
n Stay well fed and hy- vent the spread of germs.
dates to the 16th century when evolved from pagan rituals that nothing to offer baby Jesus at organizations have said it
devout Christians brought trees would celebrate the return of Christmas Eve services, so she drated. Marathon shopping Staying healthy this holi-
is unlikely that people can
into homes and decorated them. light of the sun as the days grow picked a handful of weeds and sessions at the mall may get day shopping season means
contract COVID-19 from
German settlers brought Christ- longer after the winter solstice. put them at the bottom of the your gift list checked off, but taking a proactive approach
handling packaging, do not
mas tree traditions to America in n Yule log: Many families nativity scene. These weeds be- you may feel ill if you don’t
the 19th century. burn a yule log in the fireplace came bright red flowers known pick up products and put to avoid germs and illness.
eat and drink. Stop for a
n Mistletoe: Mistletoe is while listening to Christmas car- as “Flores de Noche Buena,” or healthy snack, and drink
known as the “kissing plant.” ols. The familiar custom of burn- “Flowers of the Holy Night.” plenty of water so that dry,
It is customary for couples to ing the log dates back to solstice Holiday decorations borrow
kiss while standing beneath the celebrations and the tradition of traditions from all over the world indoor air doesn’t contrib-
plant, typically hung in door- bonfires. The Christmas tradi- to establish a festive wonder- ute to dehydration.
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LUXE PRESENTS: Catalog offers everything from an R.V. to a $48,500 Russian sable coat

By MARIA HALKIAS fantasy gifts keep on giving, come with $10,000 dona- Men’s sneakers are still a
BOB MULLEN
The Dallas Morning News such as the case of wine a tions to the Boys & Girls big item. Featured pairs start Sales Professional
DALLAS — Did you think a month for a year after a stay Clubs of America. at $560 from Alexander Mc-
pandemic and a bankruptcy at the Montage Healdsburg The 2020 Christmas Book Queen, Balmain and Balen-
reorganization would put vineyard in Northern Cali- is 148 pages, smaller than ciaga.
Neiman Marcus out of the fornia that comes at a total last year’s 300-page catalog, Dallas-based Kate
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chance. A $185,000 trip to the Peri- it increased circulation by snowman that turns into hot
The Dallas-based luxury ni Ranch includes a year’s 100,000 copies to 750,000 chocolate is back. Food and
retailer is back at it this year supply of beef from a Black this year to reach more cus-
drink serving pieces include
fulfilling its 94-year tradi- Angus steer. Or you can opt tomers.
steak knives and various
tion of creating over-the- for just a taste of that fan- Statement jewelry pieces
tasy gift with the option of are included from several martini glasses and shaker
top gifts for the holiday. The sets. While the $50,000 Dolce
book has plenty of bling, but a $215 tenderloin and a $35 designers such as David Yur-
& Gabbana refrigerator is
this year it’s adapting to the cookbook from the ranch. man, Anita Ko, Nikos Koulis,
still available on Neiman-
ERIC GORDON
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origins of Neiman Marcus’ Coin. A limited-to-50 edition marcus.com, the retailer’s ericg@kenbarrett.com
and items for hanging out at catalog this year features a
fantasy gifts: Stanley Marcus Chanel diamond watch costs
home and ideas for luxury pasta and apron gift set from
and his brothers put one in $14,300.
travel minus the crowds.
the 1959 catalog. There are casual jackets the Italian brand in a brightly
Destinations of fantasy
A year of pampering at and hiking boots in the book, colored tin for $180. 229 West Main Street • Batavia, NY • 344-1000
trips in the 2020 Christmas
home and at Canyon Ranch but there’s also a $48,500 The catalog makes sugges-
Book are as remote as it gets:
costs $345,000. A game room Russian sable coat by Gorski. tions for a stay-at-home hol-
Perini Ranch in Buffalo Gap designed by Jonathan Adler Casual clothing and iday, offering ways to hold a
and the Sheldon Chalet in is $145,000. There’s one fan- loungewear are more promi-
Alaska. There’s no car this video chat and unwrap gifts
tasy gift that’s only available nent than evening gowns by revealing a photo or link
year, but there is a luxury to customers in the store’s and tuxedos this year.
off-grid travel option. The followed by the gift sent di-
InCircle loyalty program. This Neiman Marcus rectly to the recipient. The
Bowlus Endless Highway RV It’s a fully installed custom Christmas Book features a
costs $255,000 and has an catalog also includes the JOSH CARYL
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electrical system that can Assouline with a theme of from $135 Bedhead holiday
ephant gift exchange. #BigtimeJosh
go from Los Angeles to New “travel from home” that pajamas to $3,495 Kiton
York City and back on a sin- Its customers continue to
costs $295,000. The book sweatpants. There’s not a
gle charge. also said that free shipping specific his-and-hers gift buy luxury items but have
“Everyone is going to have will be faster for InCircle this year, but there’s mer- shifted to categories that
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Neiman Marcus CEO Geof- of the luxury chain’s revenue cashmere is a thing, and a more about the quality of
froy van Raemdonck said. comes from its InCircle cus- collection made exclusively time spent at home or some-
The book addresses the real- tomers, who annually spend for Neiman Marcus by TSE where else, van Raemdonck
ity that people are spending 14 times more than non- includes a $450 pullover for said. The gifts are designed
more time at home, he said. members. her and a $395 version for to make that time “memo-
A couple of this year’s Many of the fantasy gifts him. rable.”
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