National retailers may have well-known names, but independently owned businesses are the heartbeat of Long Island communities. Join our real estate agents in supporting these wonderful shops during Small Business Saturday on November 25.
- HoneyGramz – 345 Great Neck Road, Great Neck, NY 11021
What’s the buzz about HoneyGramz, a unique lifestyle shop near Great Neck homes for sale? Founder Ruth Harrigan has a mission to educate consumers about the importance and benefits of bees, starting with her own home-produced honey. The sweet substance also makes an appearance, along with beeswax and bee pollen, in the shop’s health and beauty products. Finally, bees are a regular theme in the collection of gifts, home decor, and clothing. Hours are 9 a.m. -5:30 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday. - Learning Express Toys & Gifts – 61 Shore Road, Port Washington, NY 11050
Hard to say whether you or your kids will have more fun at Learning Express Toys & Gifts. The shop’s Toy Experts, who remain kids at heart, invite visitors to join in on activities such as game demos, dressing up dolls, or just hanging out in the airfort. Parents around Port Washington homes for sale appreciate that many of the toys and games combine fun with educational experiences. Learning Express offers complimentary personalization and gift wrapping, a valuable time-saver during the busy holiday season. Hours are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily except Sunday when the doors close at 5 p.m. - Girlfriends – 6249 Northern Blvd., East Norwich, NY 11732
When you tour Oyster Bay homes for sale, take a five-minute side trip to visit Girlfriends. This trendy boutique claims to be “for the girlie who deserves everything,” and they certainly deliver. The carefully curated selection of clothing combines style and comfort so you can create a look for any occasion. Be sure to check out fashionable outfits for well-dressed infants, as well as the assortment of accessories, gifts, and home decor items. Girlfriends is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon – 5 p.m. - Seasonality – 17 Lumber Road, Roslyn, NY 11576
What better place to shop during the holidays than a store called Seasonality? This chic boutique opened in June of this year, but they’re already becoming known as the go-to spot for up-to-the-minute fashions. Featured designer names include Jonathan Adler, Jessie Liu, Cynthia Rowley, and Loree Rodkin. After you visit Seasonality, head over to the bright lights and colorful displays of the NYC Winter Lantern Festival, one of the favorite holiday events close to Roslyn homes for sale. - Läderach – Roosevelt Field Mall, 630 Old Country Road, Garden City, NY 11530
Some of the world’s finest chocolate can be found less than 15 minutes away from Westbury homes for sale. More than 60 years of Swiss chocolate-making excellence are behind the delicacies sold at Läderach. Founder Rudolf Läderach became an industry icon thanks to his development of an innovative method for creating truffles. His family still runs the company, and grandson Elias Läderach won the title of World Chocolate Master in 2018. Among an eye-popping assortment of chocolate, the show-stopper is the FrischShoggi, a slang Swiss-German term for “fresh chocolate.” Simply snap a piece off these oversized sheets of bark, available in many different flavors. Hours are 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Sunday.
Long Island boasts endless opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Learn more about life here when you contact us at Laffey Real Estate.