With Christmas just weeks away and the clock ticking on gift-giving, what better idea is there than shopping in your own backyard? Many local merchants have super products and gift ideas and shopping at these local businesses not only benefits the company, but adds vitality to the economy and keeps communities strong by keeping their doors open.
Many of the smaller, local shops feature unique gifts one can’t find at the Targets, Fleet Farms and Walmarts. Lots of the items are personalized including promoting the local schools! Shopping local brings the convenience and friendliness of walking through the doors of people who live and work in your community.
So, why bother with the crowds (Black Friday anyone?) and the parking disasters when you can take a relaxing stroll or drive through the city streets and casually visit your hometown stores?
Many local businesses also spend countless hours decorating their stores and shops and the best way to acknowledge their seasonal diligence is to stop by, say “hi”.
Scheideman Chiropractic & Body— 14030 Bank St. #1, Becker — 763-262-2639.
Scheidemans is offering a massage sale — $30 gift certificates for 25% off. Or, how about a chiropractic adjustment gift certificate for just $45? Want to reduce your sugar cravings? Buy a Gymnema supplement for just $22! or, to decrease congestion, buy some Eucalyptus oil for a mere $20. Peppermint oil is a great muscle relaxer and calms digestion. Pick up a bottle for $29. They make great stocking stuffers!
Deli Plus — 13996 1st St., Becker — 763-261-4400.
While stopping for gas or a soda at Deli Plus, why not pick up a Minnesota Raffle ticket for $10? Or, some scratch-offs for $1 to $50?
Deli Plus also has Shell gift cards in the amounts of $25 - $100. Plus, they have a wide assortment of stylish sunglasses from $12.99 to $20.99 or to get energized, grab a four-pack of Monster Energy drinks for just $7.99!
Two Brothers Offroad — 8633 Main Ave., Clear Lake — 320-248-9993.
Two Brothers Offroad in Clear Lake has unique gift ideas for the active people in your life. Get that special son, daughter, nephew or niece a youth ATV for $799 to $1,199. Or how about a youth dirt bike under that Christmas tree? Two Brothers Offroad has them for $699 to $899.
Don’t forget the offroad helmet for that special youth. Stop in and grab one for just $80!
Becker Community Center — 11500 Sherburne Ave., Becker — 763-200-4271.
While visiting, working out or using the pool at the BCC, why not give the gift of family, fitness & fun this holiday season with a BCC gift certificate?
How about daily fee, fitness class or lap swim punch cards?
Get some BCC merchandise at the front desk — everyone loves shirts and hats — or grab some swim accessories (goggles, swim caps) for that avid swimmer in the family! BCC apparel ranges from $20-$50!
Eddie’s Auto Repair — 8633 Main Ave., Clear Lake — 320-743-9993.
Keep your or your family member’s car on the road during the harsh winter months. Pick up some valuable gift certificates in various amounts at Eddie’s Auto Repair!
Majestic Creations— 15542 137th St., Becker — 763-261-2174.
Majestic Creations just might be your one and only stop for fantastic Christmas gifts that are unique and sometimes one-of-a-kind.
They have spiritwear starting at $15 as well as deerskin chopper mittens for $34 and up. Insulated wine & travel tumblers in lots of colors and graphics for $20 and up. They also have lots of caps, hats & scarves for $12 and up as well as perfect stocking stuffers to complete your Christmas shopping for $5 and up..
Clear Lake Farmer’s Elevator — 7950 State St., Clear Lake — 320-743-2265.
The Clear Lake Farmer’s Elevator is a fun place to shop. They have dog jackets in all sizes and colors from $25.95 to $35.95! Or, pick up a beautiful Stovall bird feeder (available in 25#, 14# and 12#) for the backyard for $42.95 to $55.95. Vintage wooden sign decor and accessories are available too for just $35!
They also have Gismo leash holders and accessories for 14.95 to $21.95 and Dirty Dog doormats and runners from $26.99 to $53.99!
Charlie’s Sports Bar & Grill— 12287 Hancock St., Becker — 763-262-4000.
Charlie’s has loads of gift certificates on hand to slip in a card or slide down a Christmas stocking. For every $50 purchased in gift certificates, you will receive a bonus $10 gift certificate (promotion ends Dec. 31, 2019)
Plus, Charlie’s has clothing and apparel (shirts, sweatshirts, baseball caps, etc.) starting at just $10!
Jubilee Liquors — 13400 1st St., Becker — 763-262-2066.
Don’t forget to stock up for that party with tasty cordials!
Jubilee has Twisted Shots in 15-pack kits for $15.99. They also have Rumchata gift packs for $21.99, Skinny Freeze freezies for $28.99 and Slurp jello shots in 20 packs for $19.59. Don’t forget to get your friend, wife, husband, parent or co-worker a fantastic Budweiser Holiday stein for just $16.99!
Check back in next week’s Citizen-Tribune for more Holiday Happenings from numerous other businesses in the area!
Becker Food Pride — 13400 1st St., Becker — 763-262-2500.
Food Pride has fruit baskets starting at $9.99, meat & cheese trays starting at $7.99 and cookie trays starting at $13.99!
They also have plenty of candy for the stockings and a plethora of gift certificates to give to that special someone.
Beck’s Pub — 13934 1st St., Becker — 763-261-9921.
Beck’s Pub has sweatshirts, baseball and winter hats starting at $15. They also feature “build your own gift baskets” (e.g. Bloody Mary/Margarita). Prices vary on the baskets depending on the content.
The Pub also has a huge selection of wines for gift giving or for serving at your holiday gathering. Finally, if deciding is hard to do, just pick up gift certificates in almost any denomination — it’ll bring smiles to the faces of all!
Pizza Depot — 14281 Bank St, Becker — 763-262-2700.
Who doesn’t LOVE pizza?
Pizza Depot has a great offer where you get something for giving something!
For every $25 gift certificate you pick up, Pizza Depot will give you a FREE 12” pizza! For every $50 certificate, you get a FREE 14” pizza! And, for a $100 certificate, you get a FREE 16” pizza!
Check back in next week’s Citizen-Tribune for more Holiday Happenings from numerous other businesses in the area!
