classes for those looking to learn a new hobby. For the artist on your list, how about a membership to the North East Arts Council where various classes are offered to members and non-members year-round.
Sweets and Treats
Dragonfly Sweets has a variety of Christmas cookies, desserts, and candies. In the same shop, Julie’ s Sweet Treats offers decadent chocolates, perfect for stocking stuffers. For unique, made-toorder donuts, visit The Little Shop of Donuts. Down the road, The Straw Hat Sundae Shop serves Penn State Berkey Creamery ice cream, available as gift cards, to-go pints, or merchandise. For coffee lovers, The Bean Coffee House offers Small City Roasting Co. coffee, gift cards, and other unique apparel, mugs, and treats.
For Pets
Don ' t forget your furry friends! Dog Gone-Its offers homemade animal goodies, antlers, and toys. Treat pet parents to a grooming appointment at Tailored Pups Dog Grooming, or B’ s Animal Care. For extended stays, Newara’ s Dog House provides boarding services, or visit the Stray Cat Alliance to find your next cuddly companion.
Dining
Gift cards and take-out are available year-round for local eateries such as Skunk and Goat Tavern, La Casa De Pizza, Michael’ s Pizzeria, Pub 20, Butch’ s Diner, and Toast! Lounge and Eatery, Subway, The Vine, and Straw Hat Deli.
Local Produce and Experiences
Orton’ s Fruit Stand and Burch Farms Country Market remain open during winter, offering local maple syrup, honey, fruit baskets, and baked goods. You can also book a horse-drawn scenic sleigh ride through Burch ' s apple orchard.
Warmth and Home
Wine Country Alpacas offers locally sourced alpaca-fur gloves or socks. For home furnishings, explore
Seifert’ s Furniture or pick up your annual tree from Heaton’ s Tree Farm or Burch Farms.
Crafts and Hobbies
Super Stitch Sewing and Vacuum Center and Calico Patch Quilt Shop offer supplies for sewing, embroidery, quilting, and knitting. Super Stitch also provides
Vintage and Artisan Finds
Discover unique trinkets, collectibles, and holiday decorations at ReFOUNDry, The Alley Shop, and Mark’ s Coins & Collectibles. Other notable shops include Interstate Antique Mall, North Easterner Boutique and Emporium, The Trading Post, and Treva’ s Trinket & Treasures. Support local artists by visiting House of the Potter for handmade ceramics, exploring repurposed furniture by Rusty Rose Studio at ReFOUNDry, or by finding homemade jewelry and crafts at Bebe’ s Basket and Artisan Gifts.
Wineries and Breweries
Explore our 13 local wineries to grab a bottle of your favorite wine or a gift card to take to the next holiday party. Located in the heart of downtown North East, Driftwood Wine Cellars and Yori Wine Cellars remain open all year long. For a complete list of all 13 wineries, meaderies, and breweries, visit nechamber. org.
For those who are away
Missing loved ones for the holiday? Stop by the North East Historical Society and purchase a vintage North East calendar or a historic coin. Visit The North East Chamber of Commerce to purchase North East apparel, bags, or send them a grape-scented or holiday candle to remind those who’ ve flown the nest of their forever homes.
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