Keep your money where your heart is: Shop local

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This holiday season, keep your money where your heart is: Shop local.

Our community’s locally owned businesses give to the community all year long. They are operated by people who live here, invest here, pay taxes here, support our local charities, Little League teams and service organizations.

During the holiday season it’s more important than ever to support our local economy by supporting locally owned businesses. Keep your hard-earned dollars in our local community. Shop local as much as possible for your gift and entertaining needs.

As your independent, locally owned advertiser-supported community news website, we’re here to help. We’ve put together this local shopping directory for your reference and use. Enjoy! And have a very Merry Christmas!

73 Main
73 East Main Street
Riverhead
(631) 591-1967
www.73main.com
Hours:
Mon-Sat 10:30am-6pm
closed Sunday
A lifestyle store offering clothing, jewelry and art.
On Saturday Dec. 8, Don Duga, famed illustrator of holiday classics like Frosty the Snowman, will be at the store from 4-7pm. Mr. Duga will be available for custom, signed drawings and will also have ready made, reasonably priced artwork available.

Aerial Fitness and Hot Yoga
38 and 40 West Main Street
Riverhead
Studio: 631-591-3474
Pilates: 917-841-4401
www.aerialfitnesshotyoga.com
December Fundraiser for Kent Animal Shelter
For every item you bring off this wish list you will receive a $5 voucher good towards any future classes at the studio (both fitness studio and hot studio). You may accumulate as many vouchers as you can with your generosity. Please help make the holidays happier for our local animals. Any and all donations will be greatly apprecialted. Vouchers must be used by Dec. 31st, 2012
WISH LIST http://www.aerialfitnesshotyoga.com/special-offers

Barth’s Drug Store
32 East Main Street
Riverhead
(631) 727-2125
Hours:
Mon-Fri 9am-7pm
Sat 9am-4pm
Sun 9am-2pm
A full service pharmacy and gift store offering holiday greeting cards, Melissa & Doug wooden toys, puzzles, picture frames, and candles for the holiday table.

Blue Door Gallery
121 Roanoke Ave.
Riverhead
(631) 208-8166
Hours:
Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
Featuring jewelry, artwork, and books by local artists, handwoven scarves, and other treasures from local craftspeople. Custom framing is always available. A framed family portrait makes an excellent holiday gift!

Griffing Hardware
136 West Main Street
Riverhead
(631) 727-2805
Mon-Fri 8am-5:30pm
Sat 8:30am-5:30pm
closed Sunday
A full-service hardware store featuring holiday lights and decorations, locksmithing, canning supplies, plumbing, electrical, lawn and garden.

Hallockville Museum Farm
6038 Sound Ave
Riverhead
(631) 298-5292
www.hallockville.com
Miss Ella’s Holiday Shop at Hallockville
Extended hours through Dec. 23: 11am–3pm
Selection includes:
Seasonal decor and ornaments, souvenir tee-shirts and tote bags, hand-crafted birdhouses and benches, imported handmade polish pottery, children’s books and toys, framed local paints, prints, photographs, vintage linens and aprons, knitted and crocheted items, small antiques, handcrafted jewelry and art cards, notes, books and videos of local interest.

Jamesport Country Store
1299 Main Road
Jamesport
(631) 722-8048
Hours:
Open daily from 10am-5:30pm
Offering vintage and retro items, ladies accessories, jewelry and more. Most items are 20% off during the holiday season. A staple of North Fork shopping with all the charm and warmth of a true classic Country Store. Everything from jelly beans to wicker furniture and custom-made cushions. And some GREAT DEALS, too! Go see for yourself!

Jamesport True Value Hardware
1403 Main Road
Jamesport
(631) 722-4414
ww3.truevalue.com/jamesport/Home.aspx
Hours:
Mon-Fri 7am-5pm
Sat 7am-5pm
Sun 7:30am-3pm
Come in for all your holiday decorating. Tools, products and expert advice for all your project needs.

Jeans Town
23 East Main Street
Riverhead
(631) 208-8884
Hours:
Mon, Wed-Thu 10am–7pm
closed Tuesday
Fri-Sat 10am–8pm
Sun 10am–6pm
A clothing and electronics store selling Boost Mobile, Virgin Mobile as well as re-Boost and TopUp services.

The Junque Shop
269 Riverleigh Ave.
Riverhead
(631) 334-8444
Hours:
Mon, Thu-Fri 10am-5pm
Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
The Junque shop is celebrating its 5th year on Riverleigh Avenue. Offering antiques, used furniture, used bikes, artwork, jewelry, and everything else under the sun! They buy, sell and bargain. Come in to find the perfect gift for the hard to shop for person on your list.

Landscape Adventures Country Flowers
5570 Sound Ave
Riverhead
(631) 722-3313
www.landscapeadventure.net
Hours:
Mon-Sun 9am-6pm
Committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly and prompt. Because all customers are important, their professional staff is dedicated to making your experience a pleasant one. That is why they always go the extra mile to make your floral gift perfect. Specializing in the following services: · Large inventory of fresh flowers, tropicals, plants, European/dish gardens, contemporary and traditional arrangements, high-style floral arrangements, silk arrangements, weddings, funeral designs, extensive gift line, gourmet and fruit baskets, gift baskets, and greeting cards.

Long Island Aquarium and Exhibition Center
431 East Main Street
Riverhead, NY 11901
(631) 208-9200
www.longislandaquarium.com
Open daily year-round 10am-5pm (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas days)
Ho, Ho, H2O!
Share the Gift of Adventure this Holiday SEAson with a Gift Card to Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center! It’s easy to give your family and friends something unique they’ll never forget – with just one card! And when you do, you’ll receive a gift as well. Get one ticket for every $50.00 spent on a gift card to either the Aquarium or the Butterflies & Birds! exhibit – YOUR choice!
Gift Cards are good for:
Admission to either Aquarium or Exhibition Center’s Butterflies & Birds, aquatic adventure programs, including Penguin Encounter, Shark Dive, Atlantis Explorer Tour Boat, and more! Café & Seaside Grill (Grill is Seasonal), gift shops, membership, and rentals at Treasure Cove Resort Marina. Available for purchase at the Aquarium or by calling 631.208.9200, ext. 103.

Martha Clara Vineyards
6025 Sound Avenue
Riverhead
(631) 298-0075
www.marthaclaravineyards.com
Hours:
Sun-Fri 11am-5pm
Sat 11am-6pm
Holiday Hours:
Christmas Eve 11am-3pm
Christmas Day Closed
New Years Eve 11am-5pm
New Years Day 11am-5pm
Give the Gift of Local this holiday season with Martha Clara Vineyards. Custom made Gift Baskets and Wine Club memberships make the perfect holiday gift. Gift Baskets are available for single purchase or corporate orders and come in various sizes and price ranges to fit any gift giving need.

Michael’s Wines & Liquors
802 East Main Street
Riverhead
(631) 727-7410
www.michaelsliquors.com
Hours:
Mon–Thu 9am–8pm
Fri–Sat 9am–10pm
Sun 12pm-6pm
Michael’s Wines & Liquors has been providing local customers with a very large selection of Long Island wines, as well as domestic and international wines and spirits, since 1966. The store is nearly 5000 square feet, with plenty of space for the neat, well-organized displays that change often. The staff is knowledgeable about the wines and liquors they carry. Every Friday and Saturday, between 4pm and 7pm, the store holds tastings of wine, a new liquor, or something from a local winery. Conveniently located on Main Street in Riverhead, right next to Town Hall, Michael’s is open every day of the year, except Easter and Christmas.

Ninow’s Music Store

155 Railroad Street
Riverhead, NY 11901
(631) 727-5595
Hours:
Mon-Sat 10am-7pm
Sun 12pm-5pm
Rentals, Repairs, Quality Instruments, Toys & Collectibles at Ninow’s Music Store!

North Fork Liquor Store
1527 Main Rd
Jamesport
(631) 722-3350
Hours:
Mon-Sat 9am-8pm
Sun 12pm-6:30pm
Offering a large selection of Long Island wines. Stop in for the holidays!

Peconic River Yoga
93 East Main Street
Riverhead
(631) 369-9569
www.peconicriveryoga.com
Peconic River Yoga Annual Holiday Sale!
10 percent off all class cards now thru Dec. 31
Holiday sale in the boutique! Take $10 off any purchase of $40 or more, take $15 off any purchase of $60 or more, take $20 off any purchase of $80 or more.

The Red Collection
54 East Main Street
Riverhead
(631) 650-6575
Mon-Fri 10:30am-5:00pm
closed Sunday
Offering antiques, fine consignments, reproductions, accessories and design services.

Riverhead Flower Shop
324 East Main Street
Riverhead, NY 11901
631-727-2960
www.riverheadflowershop.com
Hours:
Mon-Thu 8:30am-6pm
Fri 8:30am-7pm
Sat 9am-5pm
Sun 9am-2pm
Fresh flowers and plants abound at Riverhead Flower Shop and designers are always happy to create beautiful, custom arrangements and bouquets for you. Stop in and browse through the extensive selection of giftware for all ages. The shop is stocked with a wide variety of scarves, handbags and silver jewelry-all at reasonable prices! In addition, home decor and Christmas decorations will provide you with a gift for everyone on your list. The new gourmet chocolates and candies are irresistable and they help make the shop a “one stop shop” for all of your holiday gift giving. They pride themselves on friendly customer service and will help you choose a unique floral or gift selection. Visit them soon at 324 East Main Street, you won’t be disappointed!

Riverhead Gold & Diamond Co.
316 East Main Street
Riverhead
631-591-3113
www.riverheadgold.com
Hours:
Mon-Wed 10:00am-5:00pm
Thu-Fri 10:00am-6:00pm
Sat 10:00am-4:00pm
A third generation family of jewelers operating a full service retail outlet located on Main Street. The staff can help you with your requests from customizable wedding bands and engagement rings to a large inventory of collectable coins and precious metals. They prioritize customer service and have provided that during their first three years, serving all of eastern Long Island. They pride themselves on the ability to provide customers with the diversity and uniqueness of their engagement/wedding ring selection while keeping your budget in mind. Stop in and see what they are all about.

Robert James Salon & Spa
49 East Main Street
Riverhead
(631) 208-8155
www.myrobertjames.com
Hours:
Mon-Fri 9am-7pm
Sat 8:30am-5pm
Sun 10am-4pm
Holiday special: buy a $100 gift card and Robert James will add $20, for $120 gift card.
Services offered include hair cut and styling, coloring, perming, waxing, nail services, facials, spray tanning, massage treatments, and reflexology.

Scotty’s D & E Tire Service of Riverhead 
34 Main Road 
Riverhead
631-369-3109
www.scottytire.com
Hours:
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Sat 8am-12:30pm
Serving Riverhead, the East End and surrounding area since 1996, they are committed to serving their customers to the best of their ability and providing the best products for the best prices available. They also have a reputation for finding those hard to find tires. All this is because they care! Stop in and get a gift certificate for the holidays!

Talmage Farm Agway
1122 Osborn Avenue
Riverhead
(631) 727-3100
www.talmagefarm.com
Hours:
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
Sat 8am-5pm
Sun 9am-5pm
They have the brands you love! Offering expert advice, quality products, truck and trailer rental, snow blowers, shovels and salt, wood pellets for wood burning stoves, bird and pet supplies and gifts for all! Stop in anytime or come by for one of the special events, including Pet Santa on Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your pets to have a picture taken with Santa. Any pet welcome, and kids too!

Twin Fork Bicycles
121 East Main Street
Riverhead
(631) 591-3082
www.twinforksbicycles.com
Hours:
Mon-Wed, Fri 10am-6:45pm
Thu 10am-7:45pm
Sat 10am-6pm
Sun 12pm-4pm
Working hard to be your first choice for bicycles, clothing & accessories. What’s more classic than a bicycle under the Christmas tree? Offering bicycles for all, from kids to racers, and a selection of spinning shoes, slack lines and other gifts. Layaway and financing available.

Restaurant gift certificates are made for giving! Stop in and pick up the perfect gift for everyone on your list!

The Athens Grill
33 East Main St.
Riverhead
(631) 727-1301
www.athensgyro.com

Buoy One Riverhead
Seafood Market & Restaurant
1175 W. Main St.
Riverhead
(631) 208-9737
www.buoyone.com

Cliff’s Elbow Room
1549 Main Rd.
Jamesport
(631) 722-3292
Cliff’s Elbow Too
Main Rd.
Laurel
(631) 298-3262
www.elbowroomli.com

Cody’s BBQ & Grill
65 East Main St.
Riverhead
(631) 284-9520
www.codysbbq.com

Cooperage Inn
2218 Sound Ave.
Calverton
(631) 727-8994

Dark Horse Restaurant
1 East Main Street
Riverhead
(631) 208-0072
www.darkhorserestaurant.com

Digger O’Dell’s
58 West Main St.
Riverhead
(631) 369-3200
www.diggerspub.net

Farm Country Kitchen
513 Main St.
Riverhead
(631) 369-6311
www.farmcountrykitchen.net

Giorgio’s
100 Fox Hill Drive
Baiting Hollow
(631) 727-6076
www.giorgiosatfoxhill.com

Jedediah Hawkins Inn
400 South Jamesport Ave.
Jamesport
(631) 722-2900
www.jedediahhawkinsinn.com

Lobster Roll Restaurant Northside
3225 Sound Ave.
Baiting Hollow
(631) 369-3039
www.lobsterroll.com

Outerbanks Restaurant
661 Riverside Drive
Riverhead
(631) 873-4123
www.outerbanksresto.com