GREAT FOR: THE WHOLE FAMILY, HEALTH AND WELLNESS

ACT For Wellness is a one-stop-shop for all things health and wellness, for the whole family! Stock up on your favorite supplements during their 20% off sale or give the gift of a relaxing massage for your loved ones! Perfect for those focused on having a healthy start to 2025, moms who need some self-care this season or for yourself! They also offer gifts cards!

GREAT FOR: MOMS, GIRLS AND HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Ahavah Organic Salon and Spa is an organic, earth-friendly, safe-beauty oasis. They focus on clean hair and skin care and ingredients. Every product they use and retail have passed or exceeded their high standards for clean, effective ingredients. In need of salon services before the holidays? New clients receive $15 off their first visit when they mention this Local Business Gift Guide. Give the gift of beauty with their special Holiday Gift Card Promotion: This November and December, when you purchase a gift card at Ahavah Organic Salon & Spa, you'll receive 10% more free!

GREAT FOR: MOMS, GIRLS HOSTESSES AND PARTIES

Host a permanent jewelry party at your holiday events! Book at their warehouse location in Lake Barrington or they can bring the party to you! Host gets free piece(s) of jewelry, based on number of guests. This is perfect if you are looking to bring a little sparkle to your holiday events this season.

GREAT FOR: THE WHOLE FAMILY

If someone in your life has always wanted a boat, consider the gift of a boat club membership! This amazing membership gives you access to a full fleet of boats all season long on the Fox River, Bangs Lake or Chain of Lakes. Making boating easy and affordable for all!

GREAT FOR: MOMS AND GIRLS

Bente Vintage is a home store specializing in sourcing beautiful one-of-a-kind vintage Oriental rugs, and vintage (and new) home decor including pottery, pillows, art, books and furniture. Founded by Nicole Kreuz, a passionate collector and connoisseur of vintage textiles and goods, Bente is the go-to source for designer-approved vintage and is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and a friendly atmosphere. Their candle line and hand soap would be perfect for the person in your life who is passionate about quality, clean home decor and products.

GREAT FOR: MOMS, GIRLS, HOSTESSES AND PARTIES

This couture stationary and invitation brand has something for just about everyone! Browse their beautifully designed stationary available for customization as the perfect unique gift. Then check out their holiday cups, placemats, gift tags and more to level up your holiday cheer this season! Support this local business all year long with custom cards, gift tags, notepads, invitations and more.

GREAT FOR: THE WHOLE FAMILY, HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Bright Futures Chiropractic is a locally owned business with a unique approach focusing on personalized care. Give your family the gift of health in the new year!

GREAT FOR: KIDS, THE WHOLE FAMILY, PARTIES

Bright Futures Play Space is a nature-based play area for kids offering classes, open play, events and more! Perfect for the little one in your life, (or their parents!) give the gift of nature-based play at this unique play space! Or use them for your next kids event!

GREAT FOR: KIDS, THE WHOLE FAMILY

Clementine is a classroom offering Montessori parent-child classes and an amazing community to ages 0-3+. Give the gift of Montessori play for your favorite little one in your life or parents of littles. They are offering a special gift card bonus this season! Get $105 class credit for $85, good toward any session tuition or class pack purchase. This is available Black Friday through Sunday, 12/1; credit never expires.

GREAT FOR: MOMS, GRILS, HOSTESSES, PARTIES

Grace Gardens is a charming floral farm in Barrington offering bouquet subscriptions for the 2025 season. They have a Spring Tulip Subscription, Spring First Blooms Subscription, Fall Subscription and a Bouquet Subscription Bundle. The bouquet subscription bundle will be all 14 weeks. Buy all 3 subscriptions for the flower lovers in your life to get 10% off! Head to their website and use Gift10 at checkout. Promotion will expire Jan 1st 2025. And check out their adorable flower truck or flower bar services for your next event!

GREAT FOR: MOMS, MEN, HOSTESSES, PARTIES

Give the gift of wine this season! Perfect for wine lovers looking to have fun and learn about wines. This wine advent calendar contains 24 mini-bottles of spectacular wines from across Boisset Collection's range of historic wineries and impactful brands. Be sure to order soon to start opening by 12/1 and enjoy all December long! Visit their website to learn more and order. The advent calendar ships nation wide!

GREAT FOR: MOMS, DADS, HOSTESSES, PARTIES

Another great option from Ilona N Company Events for the wine lover in your life! Use their wine concierge service and gift guide to help select the perfect wines for any gift or occasion! They ship directly to your door or to the recipient.

GREAT FOR: KIDS, THE WHOLE FAMILY, HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Karissa is a licensed acupuncturist and doula in Arlington Heights! Along with her amazing holistic health services, she offers great essential oils products perfect for stocking stuffers, gifts or for yourself this season! All products are made with therapeutic grade essential oils and organic ingredients, like fractionated coconut oil, whenever possible. Check out her website for a list of rollerballs, room spray and more! Custom blends are available, too!

GREAT FOR: KIDS, THE WHOLE FAMILY

For the lake-lovers in your life! Shop this adorable online boutique of lake inspired apparel, accessories, home products, pet products and more. Use code LakeDog10 for 10% off your order by 12/1!

GREAT FOR: KIDS, THE WHOLE FAMILY

This retail candy shop in Long Grove is known for nostalgic and hard-to-find candies. They make fresh-spun cotton candy year round and hand dip many items found in their chocolate case. They also host chocolate classes and parties in our event room! Check them out for your next event or pick up a sweet treat for your holiday hostess gifts!

GREAT FOR: KIDS, THE WHOLE FAMILY

This adorable children’s book is written by local and author and mom, Alicia Boemi! It features the tale of a dog aboard the historic Mailboat in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, a nostalgic destination for her family. This would make a great gift for any Lake Geneva lover or child in your life!

GREAT FOR: KIDS

This specialty toy store in McHenry and Crystal Lake focuses on unique, fun toys that are good for the Earth and the kids! A kid-favorite this season is the Air Toobz! Their expansion pack and Whirlwind accessory pack is available in store too for a special bundle price of 219.99 for all three items! Check out this magical toy store for great gift ideas for the kids in your life.

GREAT FOR: KIDS, THE WHOLE FAMILY, HEALTH AND WELLNESS, HOSTESSES, PARTIES

Your favorite smoothie is located in the heart of downtown Barrington! Give the gift of healthy treats this season with a gift card from Nekter. Stock up on their juice cleanse on sale for a limited time during Black Friday for the health and wellness enthusiast in your life. Don’t forget they offer catering for your holiday events, too!

GREAT FOR: THE WHOLE FAMILY, HOSTESSES, PARTIES

The greatest holiday gift is reclaiming your time, and simply getting to sit back and enjoy the season! Offering professional and luxury gift wrapping services with endless options for bespoke customization. They specialize in eye-catching conversation pieces that are sure to leave a lasting impression! Check out Presents by Payton to transform your holiday gifts this season.

GREAT FOR: KIDS, THE WHOLE FAMILY, HEALTH AND WELLNESS

This organic skincare line has something for everyone! Great for gifts or for yourself, discover products like balms, body butters, soaps and more. Made with high-quality clean ingredients in small batches. Their Winter Discovery Set contains carefully curated seasonal best sellers in discovery/travel size. For Small Business Saturday ONLY (offer runs only on 11/30/24 while supplies last and it expires at 11:59PM CT on 11/30/24): Very Limited Stock Available. Buy one and get the second gift set 50% off so you can gift one set and enjoy the second set!

GREAT FOR: MOMS, GIRLS, HOSTESSES

This adorable boutique in the heart of downtown Barrington is a holiday shoppers paradise! From candles, to tea towels, wine stoppers and more, the store has a ton of seasonal and year round items that make amazing gifts. Stop in to shop or grab a hostess gift before your holiday party!

GREAT FOR: HOSTESSES, PARTIES

For your holiday parties or 2025 events, this Barrington area specialty party rentals and services is just what you need. They make your party unique so you can be the Social Butterfly at your own event. Offering backdrops and balloons, children's activities, and even luxury concession-style catering carts! Social Butterfly Gift Certificates available! Gift more. Save More Promotion for the season: $100 receive $15 off, $150 receive $25 off $200+ receive $50 off. Visit their website to learn more!

GREAT FOR: KIDS

Enjoy weekly toddler & young children's art classes that infuses emotional intelligence and social skills. They guide children to create arts & crafts, think creatively and express themselves! HOLIDAY SPECIAL:

4-class package for the Little Creators classes (1.5-4 year olds)! This is a discounted package that is $90 total for all 4 classes (compared to $100 regular price) 2. "A Colorful Black Friday"- $5 off ALL classes & packages that are purchased from Nov. 28-Dec 5

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If you love gifting trips or experiences, this is for you! For busy professionals, families, and discerning travelers who don't have the time or knowledge to meticulously plan a trip, and for those who long for authentic experiences, worry-free logistics, and exclusive perks and amenities. Meredith of Sunkissed Bliss Travel is for you! This bespoke travel agency specializes in custom itineraries with authentic experiences that connect travelers to the destination and with one another.

GREAT FOR: MOMS, DADS, HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Focusing on Strength in Community, The Den offers the best workout with the best community. Their high intensity strength and conditioning classes are guaranteed to get you results and you'll actually enjoy yourself in the process. They offer group classes, nutrition services and personalized training and a Kids Camp for your little ones while you workout! Holiday Special- One Month Unlimited Classes at The Den for $99 (only for non-current members)

GREAT FOR: THE WHOLE FAMILY, HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Give the gift of glowing skin! Wellness Oasis offers holistic health services including chiropractic care and acupuncture, including cosmetic acupuncture! Transform your skin by softening lines and wrinkles, enhance elasticity, texture and more! For every sessions or gift certificate purchased in November and December, get a complimentary Facial Cupping add-on (a $30 value)! Or get a personalized consultation tailored to your goals plus a 60-minute relaxation treatment for only $165 (Valued at $195).