“Shop” listings
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The Bare Wall Gallery
Here’s a trendy indie shop, that's been around since the '70s, where you can find gifts as unique as the person that you are celebrating. This boutique specializes in books on Pennsylvania and local history, as well as hand-made greeting cards, pottery, jewelry, imported soaps and aromatherapy items. (09/2011)
712 Green St
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Bogey’s Corner Unique Pup-tique
This boutique offers classy duds and fancy toys for pups and the people who love them. Choose from jewelry, accessories and pet-themed gifts. (07/2011)
413 Walnut St
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Mystery Books Shop
Stock up on summer reads with a choice from thousands of new and used mystery titles at this shop that's been a local standard since 1990. Find books in various conditions from "fair" to "near fine." (05/2011)
6 Clouser Rd, Mechanicsburg
717-795-7470
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Derry Church Artisan Chocolates
This shop, named for the tiny PA crossroads that was later renamed Hershey, produces small-batch, French-style chocolates with organic creams from local dairy farms. Chocolatier Eric Cayton invents rich, exotic flavors like sweet curry with coconut cream, pomegranate and molasses, and the “New York” bon bon with white chocolate cheesecake ganache, raspberry liquor and graham cracker. (03/2011)
675 Williams Grove Rd, Mechanicsburg
717-602-8963
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THE PENNSYLVANIA BAKERY
You’ll taste 70 years of German baking expertise in made-from-scratch cookies, pastries, cakes, pies, breads and rolls. Linger a bit in the café with a hot coffee and homemade pastry, but take along a few packs of the signature anise-fl avored, seasonal Springerle cookies for your family at home. (01/2011)
1713 Market St, Camp Hill
717-763-7755
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JUST CLOGS
“Comfy” doesn’t equal “frumpy” at this gem of a shop, ranked among Central PA’s top shoe stores for 31 years for selling only the best brands of comfort shoes and clogs. Trendy, funky and hip are fitting words to describe python patent leather and retro styles by Dankso and NAOT, among others. Sandals and boots are also for sale. (11/2010)
15 W Main St, Mechanicsburg
717-766-6092
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COMIX CONNECTION
Whether you covet traditional comic books or new graphic novels, you’ll likely get your fill here. Comix Connection has been stocking comic books and trade paperbacks along with assorted collectibles for 22 years. (09/2010)
6200 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg
717-591-2727
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SASSY
“Girls just wanna dress fun” is the slogan at this trendy women’s boutique, which specializes in denim in straight, skinny and flared styles, comfortable T-shirts and not-frumpy sweats. (07/2010)
900 Market St, Lemoyne
717-635-2585 -
THE VIRGINIA NUT SHOP
Although famous for their “Blisters” (specialty peanuts that are lighter and crispier than average roasted varieties), this confectionary roasts a variety of nuts from all over the world in its on-site kitchen. Order the seven-section gold tin for the best selection. (05/2010)
1107 Bridge St, New Cumberland
717-774-6046
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ANTIQUE MARKETPLACE OF LEMOYNE
Take a step back in time at this haven for early 20th-century goods. Every kitschy, classic or eclectic item from the 70 dealers was made before 1955. (03/2010)
415 Bosler Ave, Lemoyne
717-761-2865
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FIRST FRIDAYS LANCASTER
Find something spectacular for your home or offi ce at the more than 70 galleries, studios and venues that stay open late to celebrate the arts on the first Friday of each month. The eclectic shopping ranges from Amish items to funky retro gear. (01/2010)
Downtown Lancaster
717-509-2787
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STRAWBERRY SQUARE
Kids don't always enjoy a long day of holiday shopping, but they'll love the three-story, clanging, clanking, ball-dropping kinetic clock at this shopping center. (12/2009)
Second and Walnut sts
717-255-1020
www.strawberrysquare.com
