Send Us Suggestions for Finding Local Christmas Gifts

Shopping With Ken looking for places to explore and report on.

It is indeed in full bloom and I don’t mean the Christmas cactus residing in the upper reaches of N3 World Headquarters and Endless Emporium of Decorative  Christmas Spirit sometimes referred to as ‘Bronner’s West’.
We’re talking gift seeking season. 

Oh you can Black-Friday, and Cyber-Monday all those deals on the array of electronics, gadgetry, and big items from big places but then it’s time to truly shop. You know, go on the hunt for those whose gifts might take a tad bit of thought and exploration while providing a smidge more meaning than, say, a gift card or other artful dodge.
Never fear.

The Shopping With Ken (SWK) initiative started a couple decades back as a way to shine a light on local  places for present purchasing. This, of course, led to me  forging forward much earlier than the traditional day or two before Christmas when I once did all my shopping. 
And despite the search I still  often wait until the clock starts ticking down to make my buys but the exploration helps narrow the field of gifts when the panic begins to settle in.

I truly empathize with those who are mystified when it comes to  finding just the right gift. I mean we all want our gift to be valued if not treasured, right? It’s just that time seems to always be at a premium these days so this is our effort to bring a little perspective, perhaps provide a  pointer or two for present pursuit.
Thus the journey ahead. 

Send  suggestions to [email protected] and the crack SWK team will investigate and report on the grand array of gifting opportunities that thrive here in our beloved Near North.

And of course always remember….
Buy Local,
Be Local,
And never gift a fruitcake.
See you soon.

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