Get ready for gift-giving season

JLC WearHouse The Baby Grocery Store

There’s plenty in store for your little ones at the new all-inclusive store for parents and parents-to-be. Even the pickiest eater’s palates will be satisfied with the organic, non-GMO options available, and moms-to-be will be mad about the wealth of products and information on wellness, diapering and more. Take your tots and check out the new space, which is kid-friendly.

•  The Baby Grocery Store

10225 Park Road

Charlotte, NC 28210

www.thebabygrocerystore.com

Pike Nurseries

Spruce up your space with florals or firs. The professionals at Pike Nurseries are prepared to help you decipher decorating dilemmas or to find garden gifts. Their Christmas Extravaganza will be held from 5 - 8 p.m. Nov. 29 and will feature 20 percent off of everything excluding grills, propane, sod, pine straw, gift cards and services. Stock up on fresh-cut Christmas trees, garland, wreaths, poinsettias and more. Shoppers can enjoy refreshments and kringles.

•  Pike Nurseries

12630 N. Community House Road

Charlotte, NC 28277

704-341-7453

www.pikenursery.com

Charlotte Grill Co.

Charlotte Grill Co., a new outdoor cooking store, opened its doors Nov. 1. As the name suggests, the showroom features grilling and cooking products by Big Green Egg, Luxor and Napoleon. Spice up your dishes with the help of John Henry rubs, marinades and spices, also available.

•  Charlotte Grill Company

327-G W. Tremond Ave.

Charlotte, NC 28203

704-332-8447

www.charlottegrillco.com

Off Broadway Shoes

Save on shoes of all styles at the Black Friday Sales at Off Broadway Shoes. On Nov. 23, the stores, which offer more than 40,000 pairs of women’s, men’s and kid’s fashion footwear, will discount 50 styles at 50 percent off. Some more news that’ll have you kicking up your heels: The first 50 customers in the door on Black Friday will receive 60 percent, 70 percent, 80 percent, 90 percent off any single item, no restrictions. Plus, hundreds of customers will win free shoes.

•  Off Broadway Shoes

9876 Rea Road

Charlotte

704-542-8865

1848 Galleria Boulevard

Charlotte

704-844-8358

www.offbroadwayshoes.com

SouthPark Mall

Ring in the season with strolling performers, dressed in Victorian-era costumes at SouthPark Mall from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Nov. 23-24. The busiest shopping day of the year will begin at midnight for select stores that opt to open early; the day will be accompanied by festive activities, retailer sales and extended hours. For those not opening at midnight, SouthPark’s mall hours are 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. The first 100 shoppers to register their email addresses at Simon Guest Services beginning at 6 a.m. will receive a VIP gift bag.

•  SouthPark Mall

4400 Sharon Road

Charlotte, NC 28211

www.simon.com

GOODNEWS

Noteworthy news for those seeking goodies and gifts for the holidays or any day: On Dec. 1, the nonprofit gift shop within Christ Church will host its Annual Bazaar. Elegant and eco-conscious brand Collard Greens will be represented in a trunk show offering 100 percent silk ties, belts, T-shirts and hats. “Angels in our Midst” author Anne Neilson will also be signing her inspirational book. Bazaar runs from 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

•  GOODNEWS

1412 Providence Road

Charlotte, NC 28207

704-372-5906

www.christchurchcharlotte.org

Get thrifty with your gifts by shopping the sales at the JLC WearHouse during its Annual After-Thanksgiving Day Sale. On Nov. 23, shoppers can enjoy 40 percent off of thrift purchase that is $30 or greater. Doors open at 10 a.m. and special giveaways will be offered throughout the day.

•  JLC WearHouse

1117 Pecan Ave.

Charlotte, NC 28205

704-377-1854

www.JLCWearHouse.org

Petal Boutique

Check out the cold weather couture at Petal Boutique’s annual Sip & Shop Nov. 29. From 5 - 8 p.m., local stylist Lindsey Regan Thorne of Be Pretty will be on hand to assist with the advice and assembly of winter wardrobe essentials. Enjoy 20 percent off your purchase. •  Petal Boutique

1315 East Blvd. Suite 180

Charlotte, NC 28203

704-817-8871

www.shoppetal.com

Duke Mansion

Sip and shop in elegance at The Duke Mansion Dec. 2. Begin by browsing the Myers Park home, built in 1915, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. From 2 - 3 p.m. The Buttercup, blis Uptown, Jeffre Scott Apothecary and more will have holiday selections for sale. At 3 p.m., select from a carte du jour including teas, tea sandwiches, canapes and sweets. Adults are $35 and children ages 5 - 12 are $15; reservations, 704-714-4445.

•  Duke Mansion

400 Hermitage Road

Charlotte, NC 28207

704-714-4445

www.dukemansion.com