10 Local Stores to Shop at this Holiday Season

One way to avoid the hustle and bustle of large malls and outlets is to shop local for holiday gifts.   Here is a list of local shops.

1. Hampton Nursery

Aside from its selection of Christmas trees, , located at 205 West Montauk Highway, an assortment of gift items for teachers. Stop in and check out what they have.  For more information, call (631) 728-1160.

2. The World Village Fair Trade Market

The non-profit, located at 101 West Montauk Highway in Hampton Bays, has a great assortment of hand-made, one-of-kind holiday gifts. By purchasing gifts at the market, you will be helping to educate orphans in Africa. For more information, call (631) 728-7880.

3. Maria's Hallmark

has large selection of specialty gifts from figurines to ornaments.  Maria's is located at 254 West Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays. For more information, call (631) 728-3300.

4.  Good Ground Antique Center

Located at 52 West Montauk Highway in Hampton Bays, , has vintage items that can't be found anywhere else. From bracelets to pendants and rings, the antique center has it.  For more information, call 9631) 728-6300.

5. Fandango

 Looking for a sweater to give as a gift this holiday season? has stylish clothing items that make for perfect gifts.  Fandango is located at 48 W. Montauk Hwy. In Hampton Bays For more information, call (631) 728-3704.

6.  Erika's

Located at 7 Ponquogue Avenue in Hampton Bays, has numerous clothing and accessories, including handbags and jewelry. Stop over and check out the selection.  For more information, call (631) 728-4853.

7 Macy's

Whatever is on your holiday list this year, is sure to have just what you are looking for from clothing to dishware. Macy's is located at 180 W. Montauk Highway.  For more information, call (631) 728-5500.

8.  Wildflower Florist and Gifts

has great gifts including floral arrangements and fruit baskets. The shop is located at 3 West Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays. For more information, call (631) 728-3200.

9.  Antiques by James Maguire

There are plenty of treasures at , located at 94 West Montauk Highway, in Hampton Bays.  From paintings to furnishings the shop has a special gift for a special someone. For more information, call (631) 723-3928.

10.  Wild by Nature

, located at 260 West Montauk Highway has eco-friendly gift baskets that can be filled with all-natural products from skin care items to organic pastas, olive oils and sauces. For more information, call  (631) 723-3071.