Unique Holiday Shopping

December 16th, 2009

Win the “best gift giver” title this holiday season by snagging some unique items from around the Laurel Highlands! I have compiled a list of places that will enable you to finish your holiday shopping and enjoy yourself in the process!

Holiday American Marketplace
Westmoreland Museum of American Art, Greensburg
724-837-1500
www.wmuseumaa.org
Hours: Wed., Fri., Sat., Sun.: 11am-5pm, Thu: 11am-9pm
The Westmoreland’s Shop has transformed for the holidays! The Holiday American Marketplace features unique gifts by contemporary American artists, craftsmen and designers and will present the work of 14 new, national and regional artists. The Marketplace continues through January 10, 2010.

Bo-Peep Fine Yarns, Ligonier
724-238-4040
The perfect place to buy gifts for the knitters in your life! Bo-Peep Yarns is a full service yarn shop for knitting and crochet with a huge selection of yarns, patterns and a variety of accessories. Classes are available too!

La Bohéme, Connellsville
877-892-8900
www.crystal-bohemian.com
Hours: Tues.-Fri.: 10am-6pm, Sat.: 10am-4pm
How many types of glass can you think of? Cut, painted, blown, contemporary, historic, molded, hot-shaped…La Bohéme has them all! Bohemia, which lies in the heart of Europe in the Czech Republic, has been perfecting glassmaking for the past 1000 years. You can acquire a piece of this rich tradition right here in the Laurel Highlands! Not only does La Bohéme feature art glass but also hand made jewelry consisting of Lamp beads and Preciosa crystals!

Rockwood Mill Shoppes & Antiques, Rockwood
814-926-4546
www.rockwoodmillshoppes.com
Hours: Mill Shoppes: Mon.-Thurs.: 7am-8pm, Fri.: 7am-9pm, Sat.: 8am-9pm.
Antiques: Sat.: 10am-4pm, weekday and evening hours available
More than 12 retail vendors including florals, woodstoves, jewelry, quilts, maple products, and homemade candy. If you need some baked goods for the holidays, the Sweet Treats Ice Cream and Bake Shoppe has plenty of items to tempt your sweet tooth.

Old General Store - Donegal
724-593-7112
Hours: 9am-7pm daily
Old General Store - Mt. Pleasant
724-547-7112
www.oldgeneralstore.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat.: 10am-8pm, Sun.: 11am-5pm
The Old General Store features nostalgic candies, hand-made wooden toys, soaps, and all types of candles. If you’re looking for home décor, they also carry Folk art, wall hangings, and furniture. Gift ideas for foodies include fresh roasted coffee, jams & jellies, Pennsylvania maple syrup, honey, and more. Custom gift baskets are also available!

Route 31 Bike, Board and Ski, Somerset
814-443-1282
www.route31boardandski.com
Hours: Thu.-Mon.: 10am-6pm
Some may find it challenging to find gifts for those outdoor enthusiasts. Here’s a solution! Route 31 Bike, Board and Ski is the region’s largest supplier of bikes, snowboards, skis, snowshoes, outdoor apparel, racks and accessories. They have an experienced, knowledgeable staff of cyclists, boarders and skiers that are able to answer your questions and guide you in the buying process.

Sand Hill Berries, Mt. Pleasant
724-547-4760
www.sandhillberries.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat.: 10am-6pm, Sun.: 12-5pm
Sand Hill Berries is a family owned and operated small fruits farm in Mt. Pleasant, PA.
They produce a line of products which includes jams, jellies, vinaigrettes and unique gourmet items. Pick up some of their holiday specials, like a Pumpkin Cheesecake, Raspberry Cranberry Walnut Pie or Fudge Truffle Cheesecake. Their baked goods make perfect gifts or an ideal dessert for your Christmas dinner.

Greendance, The Winery at Sand Hill, Mt. Pleasant
724-547-6500
www.greendancewinery.com
Since you’re already at Sand Hill Berries, walk next door to Greendance Winery. From dry reds to sweet whites, they have an amazing variety of wines to choose from. Stock up so you won’t have to worry about showing up to a holiday party empty handed!

The Toy Box, Ligonier
724-238-6233
www.toyboxligonier.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat.: 10am-5pm, Sun.: 12-5pm
The Toy Box is a six room toy store in a pre-Civil War House. If you’re wondering exactly what kind of toys you will find at The Toy Box, here’s your answer: card and board games for all ages, dolls, preschool toys, brainteasers, arts & crafts, Tavern Puzzles, jigsaw puzzle, Playmobil, hand & finger puppets and a great collection of Wooden Thomas the Tank Engines. Now that’s what I call a wide selection!

Youghiogheny Station Glass & Gallery, Connellsville
724-628-0332
www.youghioghenyglass.com
Youghiogheny Station, retail store for the Youghiogheny Opalescent Glass Co., is also a historic landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. They feature glass giftware, such as paperweights, vases, sculptures and custom designs from the artists at Youghiogheny Art Glass. Visitors will also find a fantastic array of stained glass lamps from around the world and beautiful jewelry, kaleidoscopes, stemware, and more.

Saint Vincent Gristmill & Coffeehouse, Latrobe
724-537-0304
www.saintvincentgristmill.com
Hours: 8am-9pm daily. Winter: 8am-6pm
The Gristmill was built by Benedictine monks and has been in continuous use since 1854. In addition to selling products of the Gristmill, such as flour, the General Store carries many other goods, such as jam, honey, cards, souvenirs, coffee mugs and gourmet coffee. Coffee aficionados will be impressed when you give them a pound Brazil Santos or Ethiopian Yirgacheffe on Christmas morning!

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