If you’re feeling crafty tonight, there’s still space…
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315. Holiday Harmonies at the Barrington Area Library
There’s a holiday concert happening this Friday night…
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314. Men’s Shopping Night at Norton’s U.S.A.
If you’re a guy and you’re not big…
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313. Visit with Santa at Clarke’s Bakery and Deli
If you’re in the mood for a…
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312. Santa Breakfast at California Pizza Kitchen
Well, I just discovered something I never knew…
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311. Storytime with Mrs. Claus at Barnes & Noble
Santa has been making the rounds in Barrington,…
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310. Ann Alee Jazz Performance at Millrose Restaurant
If you’re up for a little live jazz…
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309. The December Community Meal in Barrington
If you’d like to enjoy a FREE dinner…
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308. Great Gifts of “Warmth” and “Time” at Solisq
If you’re looking for something unique for the special woman in your life, there’s a brand new vintage inspired jewelry and accessories store in Barrington’s Ice House Mall. It’s called Solisq, and it’s only been open for a few weeks.
You’ll find so many special pieces at Solisq that you’ll be sure to find that great one-of-a-kind gift. “I try to make all of my items in my collection very unique,” says owner Gina Ahn. “I just try to choose designs that you can’t really find at a mainstream mall.”
We asked Gina what’s one great gift idea for this holiday season and she immediately shared the idea of giving “the gift of warmth” or “the gift of time” with several very creative suggestions, starting with her cashmere scarves.
She says they’re a great way to keep warm and stylish this winter and they’re on special for $34! “It’s a little pop of color in a luxurious material.”
Solisq carries hats and gloves as well as an array of fashion scarves with varying details featuring a two-sided finish or those that turn into an infinity loop. “Even though they’re a small item, it’s something you can have with you and always think of the one who gave it to you. Or if you gift it to yourself, it makes you feel special.”
And as for the gift of time, Gina offered another clever suggestion……
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