This holiday season, pass on the mega-malls and discover the joys of supporting local Ridgewood merchants. Here's where you can find our real estate agents during Small Business Saturday on November 25.
Pazzazed Gift & Home
6 Wilsey Sq., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Many stylish Ridgewood homes for sale get their eye-catching looks using decor items from Pazzazed Gift & Home. Shop from creative categories such as "Bruce Springsteen Inspired," "Dog Person," and "We Love New Jersey." Pick up some amazing hostess gifts for all the holiday parties. Hours are noon - 5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday.
The Table at Latonas
26 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Even a take-out meal feels like fine dining when your table is set with dinnerware from The Table at Latonas. Shop from top-name brands such as Orrefors, Juliska, and Simon Pearce. Have a special occasion coming up? They carry a wide assortment of items that make perfect gifts for weddings, anniversaries, new babies, businesses, and housewarmings. The Table at Latonas is open 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. every day but Sunday.
Bookends
211 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Reading becomes an interactive event at Bookends. The shop is legendary for its non-stop schedule of celebrity appearances that have turned many people into book lovers, even if it's just for one night. Matthew McConaughey, Kelly Ripa, Cory Booker, and the Property Brothers are only a few of the luminaries who have come to discuss and sign their books. Bestselling authors such as James Patterson, Mary Higgins Clark, and Nelson DeMille also make regular appearances. Hours are 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday.
Mount Everest
15 S. Walnut St., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
As the highest peak in the world, Mount Everest is more than just a destination. The term has come to represent the summit of achievement, and this shop wants to help you realize your personal sporting goals. With more than 100 brands of equipment, outerwear, and accessories, Mount Everest has become the go-to source for skiers and snowboarders. In addition, the shop offers tune-up and tech services along with equipment rental and reduced-rate lift tickets to local ski areas. Mount Everest is open noon - 6 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, noon - 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday.
Femmebot
43-45 Hudson St., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
According to their slogan, Femmebot is "Empowering Women, One Outfit at a Time." Founder Tina Setia cut her fashion teeth at Henri Bendel, where she nurtured her passion for helping people achieve their own individual style. Many of the pieces in the shop are inspired by the looks of Cher, Stevie Nicks, and other 1970s fashion icons. Hours are noon - 6 p.m. Monday, noon - 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, and 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
Sook Pastry
24-26 S. Broad St., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
The roots of Sook Pastry extend halfway around the world to Korea, where owner Keum Soon Park became fascinated with the tasty treats coming out of her mother's kitchen. After formal culinary training and internships under some of the country's top chefs, Keum opened her acclaimed namesake bakery. The menu includes an extensive selection of French pastries along with breads and sweet and savory crêpes. Treat the foodies on your holiday list to gift cards. Hours are 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. Friday through Saturday.
Is a new home in Ridgewood on your shopping list? Contact us at Tarvin Realtors for more information.
