Thursday, December 20, 2012
If the holidays leave you with little time to shop for gifts, try these stores in Charlestown for great last-minute gift ideas.
With all of the tree trimming, cookie baking and partygoing, there is so much to do during the holidays that it's easy to leave shopping for Christmas presents until the last minute. But by then, the malls and chain stores are usually chaotic and the mere thought of battling crowds is exhausting. Here are some ideas for easy gifts that can be bought locally and require little stress: What are some of your own last-minute gift ideas? Know of some great items or deals around town? Share in the comments below.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
The U.S. Postal Service offers tips for delivering gifts in time for the holidays.
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Christmas is just two weeks from today, and that means you are quickly running out of business days for mailing gifts to out-of-town friends and relatives. Before you dive into that gift list, it's important to know how early you should buy, wrap and post holiday gifts so they get to their destination in time for the holidays. Here are some suggestions and mailing deadline dates from the U.S. Postal Service to ensure your gifts are delivered on time and in one piece: Packing tips from the USPS: Calculated for Dec. 25, 2012: Domestic Mail Class/Product Dates First-Class Mail Service Dec. 20 Priority Mail Service Dec. 21 Express Mail Service Dec. 22 Parcel Post Service Dec. 14 Destination Network Distribution Center (DNDC) Drop Ship Dec. 19 …
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U.S. Post Office
23 Austin St, Charlestown, MA
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Tuesday, November 27, 2012
A quick look at what's going on where around the neighborhood on Saturday, Dec. 1.
[UPDATE Wednesday, 9:46 a.m.] Santa Claus is coming to Charlestown this weekend. The Charlestown Chamber of Commerce’s annual Holiday Stroll will be held on Saturday, Dec. 1, starting at 10 a.m. with a visit from jolly ol’ Saint Nick at Preservation Park. Throughout the day, businesses and organizations around Charlestown will offer special promotions, activities and other events as part of the community celebration. At 10 a.m., a trolley donated by Diversified Automotive/Auto Port and sponsored by Charlestown Against Drugs (CHAD) will deliver Santa Claus to Preservation Park, where he will be available to meet with children of all ages. The Cooperative Bank and Charlestown Patch are sponsoring Santa’s visit. From 10 a.m. until around 4 p.…
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Thompson Square
Main St & Austin St, Charlestown, MA
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Michelle
7:56 am on Friday, December 21, 2012
And don't forget your pup! Durty Harry's (287 Main Street) is open regular hours through Sunday, then CLOSED 12/24, 25 & 26! Happy, Merry, Everything to Everyone! more ›