Party the night away at this year’s Red Ball at the Please Touch Museum thanks to AroundMainLine.com!

The 2012 Red Ball presented by ModSpace will take place Saturday, March 10^th at the Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park from 8 p.m. to midnight. The Red Ball is a “red-tie” gala featuring food tasting from 40 of Philadelphia’s premiere restaurants as well as dancing and luxury auction items. The event raises money for Red Cross House, a one-of-a-kind short-term housing facility in West Philadelphia.

The Red Ball attracts more than 1,100 guests from the Greater Philadelphia area’s business and social communities!

Sound like a great night?  Interested in attending?  It just may be your lucky day!

One very lucky AML fan will win two tickets to the 13^th annual Red Ball by commenting below between now and noon Tuesday, February 7^th, 2012.  The two tickets to the Ball are valued at $370.

How to Enter

Leave us a comment below by noon Tuesday, February 7^th, 2012. One winner will be drawn randomly after the close of the giveaway with the help of random.org!

GOOD LUCK AML FANS!

Please note this prize is non-transferable, meaning it cannot be used for any promotional, charity or marketing purposes by the winning party.

1. PROMOTION PERIOD. Promotion begins on announced time EST (“Promotion Period”). All entries must be received by the announced time (EST) to be eligible for that day’s drawing.
2. ELIGIBILITY. This giveaway is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia who are at least 18 years old as of the date of entry, except officers, directors, members, and employees of the Sponsor, the judging organization (if applicable), or any other party associated with the development or administration of this Promotion, and the immediate family (i.e., parents, children, siblings, spouse), and persons residing in the same household, as such individuals. This Promotion is void outside the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, and where prohibited.
3. WINNER SELECTION AND NOTIFICATION. The sole winner will be drawn from all entries received during the announced Promotional Period using a randomized computer numerical system, random.org.
4. TAXES. All federal, state and/or local income and other taxes, if any, are the winner’s sole responsibility.
5. ODDS OF WINNING. The odds of winning this Promotion depend on the number of eligible entries received.
6. Winner(s) will be announced on aroundmainline.com, Facebook (www.facebook.com/aroundmainline) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/aroundmainline).

Be Mine on the Main Line benefits our furry friends at the Delaware County SPCA.

Calling all local animal lovers!

‘Be Mine on the Main Line,’ AroundMainLine.com’s signature charity event, returns this February for a fantastic evening of fundraising and fun for our favorite furry friends.

Join us Thursday, February 9th from 6pm to 8pm at Redhound Grille in Paoli as we host our annual Valentine’s-themed party to benefit the Delaware County SPCA. There is no cover to attend.

A portion of the night’s proceeds from the $25 special ‘Be Mine on the Main Line’ dinner menu at Redhound will be donated to the Delaware County SPCA! In addition, staff members from the Delaware County SPCA will be accepting donations directly, meeting and mingling with guests and selling raffle items throughout the night.

Please sport your finest red outfit to set the stage for a night of love and laughter for a very important cause.

Kindly RSVP on Facebook or email: rsvp@aroundmainline.com

Thank you everyone and see you all Thursday, Feb 9th!

**PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS RAIN, SNOW OR SHINE**

**DUE TO STATE HEALTH CODES, ANIMALS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT**

Redhound Grille’s Be Mine on the Main Line
$25 Menu

(3 courses, one choice per course. Exclusive of tax, gratuity and alcohol. Includes a selection of that night’s desserts.)

APPETIZERS

A portion of the night's proceeds from the $25 special 'Be Mine on the Main Line' dinner menu at Redhound will be donated to the Delaware County SPCA!

Lager-Steamed Mussels
Steamed Mussels in Lager with Smoked Gouda, Sun Dried Tomatoes and House-Cured Bacon served with Garlic Bread

Flat Bread of the Day

Hummus Plate
Grilled Pita, Homemade Hummus, Olives and Roasted Red Peppers

Mixed Green Salad
Organic Spring Mix, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, shredded Carrots and sliced Red Onions with Choice of Dressing

Spinach Salad
Organic Baby Spinach, Roasted Butternut Squash, Dried Cranberries and Asiago Cheese with Citrus Vinagrette

Hand-Cut Fries or Hand-Cut Sweet Potato Fries
With Ketchup and Smoked Paprika Aoli

Soup of the Day

ENTREES

Grilled Black Angus Dry-Aged Hanger Steak
Balsamic-Marinated Hanger Steak served with Sautéed Mushrooms, House Steak Sauce and Hand-Cut Fries

Barbeque Braised Short Ribs
Slow-Braised Boneless Short Ribs of Beef with Pan Jus

Lamb Shanks
Braised Lamb Shanks in Red Wine served with a White Bean Cassoulet

Skillet Chicken
Skillet Roasted Organic Breast of Chicken with a Lager Pan Jus

Fish of the Day

Vegetarian Gnocchi
Gnocchi, Sautéed Spinach, Butternut Squash, Mushrooms and Dried Cranberries in a Gorgonzola Cream Sauce

Classic Mushroom Risotto
A blend of Kennett Square Mushrooms with a hint of White Wine and fresh Herbs

About Redhound Grille

Redhound Grille is located at 128 Paoli Pike in Paoli, PA. To make reservations for ‘Be Mine on the Main Line’ call 484-318-8047. For additional promotions and specials visit their website: redhoundgrille.com.

Red hot and oh-so-super-sexy…shop Paoli’s VanCleve for your 2012 Red Ball gown and chic accessories while giving back to Philly’s Red Cross on Thursday, January 26th!

Paoli’s renowned VanCleve Collection rolls out the red carpet for an exclusive evening of formal gown and cocktail dress shopping and savings in honor of the much-anticipated Red Ball 2012 this Thursday, January 26th. Shop all day long ladies and receive 25% off all merchandise and join in raising vital funds to benefit the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter!

We hope to see you for another signature VanCleve shopping extravaganza bringing the Main Line’s best formalwear retailer and personal shopping services to women looking to “make an appearance” at the area’s renowned formal event.

RSVPs and walk-ins are welcome. For more information call 610.647.5055.

The 13th Annual Red Ball

The 2012 Red Ball will take place Saturday, March 10th at the Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park from 8 p.m. to midnight. The Red Ball is a “red-tie” gala featuring food tasting from 40 of Philadelphia’s premiere restaurants as well as dancing and luxury auction items. The event raises money for Red Cross House, a one-of-a-kind short-term housing facility in West Philadelphia.

The Red Ball, presented by ModSpace, attracts more than 1,100 guests from the Greater Philadelphia area’s business and social communities!

Click here to purchase tickets to the Red Ball.

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About the VanCleve Collection

Celebrating 25 years of style in their renowned location on Lancaster Avenue in Paoli, the VanCleve Collection caters to all women 17 to 70. Come in and meet with any of their experienced and friendly sales consultants to receive one-on-one personable service that will make your shopping experience fun and truly memorable. VanCleve will deliver and offers expert alterations, special orders, stunning accessories, jewelry and shoes. Their motto: “Yes, we can!”

Address: 68 East Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA 19301
Phone: 610.647-5055
Website: vanclevecollection.com
Hours: Mon: 10am to 5pm; Tues-Thurs 10am to 5pm; Fri & Sat 10am to 5pm

Ceramics for Social Change

On Monday, Jan. 16, students, parents, teachers, family and friends will gather on the campus of Malvern Prep to raise money to benefit the area’s homeless population. The 4th annual event is called Empty Bowls, and it combines Malvern’s love of clay with the school’s dedication to community service. On Martin Luther King Day, a designated national day of service, Malvern is seeking to build on the more than $27,500 raised in the first three years of Empty Bowls.

Empty Bowls begins at 7:00 p.m. in Dougherty Hall and is open to the general public. Tickets are $25 per adult and $15 per child ten and under, and are available at www.malvernprep.org.

Empty Bowls is a months-long labor of love at Malvern, and is part of the national Empty Bowls movement, a national organization that has been supporting thousands of these events worldwide since 1990. Members of the Malvern community have created well over 800 ceramic bowls, both in the classroom and during nine open studio days held from October through January. Those bowls will be used at the event to serve a simple meal of donated soup and bread.

Guests choose a bowl to use that day and to keep as a reminder that there are always empty bowls, and therefore hungry people, in the world. Additional bowls are also on sale at the event, along with silent auction pieces donated by students and area artists. All proceeds are donated to Bethesda Project, an organization that works to reaffirm the dignity of our homeless brothers and sisters in Philadelphia.

Empty Bowls is being chaired this year by Malvern Prep seniors Austin Velte of West Chester, Julian Venonsky of Malvern, and Ryan Wheeler of Havertown. “I’ve been involved with Empty Bowls for four years, and I believe it is a great event for the community,” said Velte. “It realizes the strength of Malvern’s art program and applies it for a good cause.”

“Empty Bowls is all about using your talents to help others,” said Wheeler. “We all have talents but it’s what we do with those talents that make us who we are. Empty Bowls instills this in all who are involved and, hopefully, in all who attend the event.”

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ME Photo & Design LLC is a boutique photography and design studio specializing in creative portraiture, documentary wedding photography and eclectic art.

One of the great privileges AML presents is the opportunity to connect with the region’s top local photographers. And over the past few months I’ve had the pleasure of meeting a very talented photographer—Meagan Ebersole. Meagan is the owner of ME Photo & Design and this Friday is opening a brand new studio space in downtown Media. And, you are all invited!

Please join us for a very special evening on Friday, January 6th from 6pm to 9pm as ME Photo & Design Studio celebrates their brand new location with a Grand Opening Night Party! ME Photo & Design Studio is located at 16 South Orange Street in Media.

Sponsored by AroundMainLine.com, guests will have fun checking out the cool new retail location while mingling and meeting with local business owners and friends. Enjoy wine and light tapas to munch on while browsing ME’s photography display and the collection of handmade art.

One of the highlights of the evening is centered on a very special dessert table. Delaware’s famous Desserts by Dana will be catering the party with their award winning desserts and pastries-yum alert! Chef Dana Herbert is the winner of TLC’s hit show Cake Boss: The Next Great Baker, which premiered in December 2010. Known to his fans in Delaware and throughout the country as “The Sugar Daddy,” Herbert also was invited to work in Hoboken with the Cake Boss’s Buddy Valastro and can be seen on some episodes of TLC’s Cake Boss.

In addition at ME, there will be lots of door prizes to win from local businesses—including a complimentary social media consultation session with AroundMainLine.com! ME Photo & Design will also be offering a $50 print credit towards any sessions booked that night.

The new studio will also showcase a variety of fine art and handmade gifts for all seasons and occasions!

Join the growing AML family this Friday for this wonderful evening and celebration of our friends from ME Photo.

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AroundMainLine.com is a very proud sponsor once again of this premier charity event. Look for members of the AML team dancing the night away at this year’s 13th annual Red Ball at the Please Touch Museum!

The American Red Cross of Southeastern Pennsylvania will host its 13th annual Red Ball presented by ModSpace on Saturday, March 10, 2012 from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park.

Red Ball tickets are on sale at the early bird rate until December 31, 2011! Main event tickets are currently $135 and VIP tickets are $285.

ModSpace, a leading provider of temporary and permanent building solutions based in Berwyn, PA, is this year’s title sponsor for the second year.

Guests at this red-tie event will sample culinary delights prepared by Philadelphia’s top chefs, vote on which restaurant is best, dance the night away with entertainment provided by CTO Band, enjoy access to the museum’s exhibits, mingle with Philadelphia’s social and business leaders, test their luck in the raffle and learn more about the mission of the Red Cross and the everyday work of its volunteers.

VIP ticket holders will enjoy an all-access evening, beginning at 8 p.m. in the exclusive VIP Lounge sponsored by Exelon. Amenities include VIP express entry, private top-shelf open bar, cigar bar, separate coat check and a special VIP gift bag.

All proceeds from The Red Ball benefit Red Cross House – The Center for Disaster Recovery, a one-of-a-kind short-term housing facility in West Philadelphia where hundreds of local families every year begin their recovery from fires, floods, and other disasters.

For more information about The Red Ball or to purchase tickets, visit www.theredball.org or call 215-299-5491. Sponsorships, restaurants and auction items are also still being accepted. If interested, please email redball@redcross-philly.org.

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About the American Red Cross of Southeastern Pennsylvania

The American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. The Red Cross is not a government agency. All Red Cross assistance is free of charge and made possible thanks to the generosity of people in our region who donate their time, money and blood. Financial contributions are always welcomed and needed and can be made by going to RedCrossPhilly.org.

A la Maison Bistro in Ardmore has a fantastic dinner menu planned for New Year’s Eve along with a Christmas Eve brunch not to be missed.

Thinking of dining out around the Main Line this year for New Year’s Eve? You are not alone. Over 100 million Americans will dine out this New Year’s Eve. AML hunted around and found the six top local spots. Happy New Year!

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A la Maison Bistro

Ardmore, PA
alamaisonbistro.com
Ardmore’s popular French BYO A la Maison Bistro has a fantastic New Year’s Eve night planned with a $160 three-course prix-fixe dinner per couple (plus dessert, live music and champagne). In addition, A la Maison is serving a Christmas Eve brunch with a buffet and a selection of a main course for $29. Call 484-412-8009 to make your reservations.

Redhound Grille

Paoli, PA
redhoundgrille.com
Paoli’ Redhound Grille has a fantastic New Year’s party planned! Enjoy a three-course prix-fixe dinner for $45, live music and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Guests will be shaking their tails into 2012 thanks to the popular band Special Brew’d. Visit redhoundgrille.com for additional details and a complete menu.

The Radisson Valley Forge

King of Prussia, PA
valleyforgenye.com
The Radisson’s popular masquerade party returns this year. Join guests in the Waterford Ballroom for an enchanting evening from 8:30 to 1:30 a.m. Tickets are $99 per person with tax and gratuity included. The Radisson will provide masks during the event but recommends you find an elegant mask to match your attire and personality! Guests will enjoy live music by Vibe Tribe, premium dinner and dessert stations, a deluxe bar package, champagne toast at midnight, party favors and masks, complimentary parking. Watch the ball drop live from New York City on the big screen at midnight! Cocktail party attire and masks are encouraged. For tickets call 610-354-8000. Overnight packages are also available—call 610-768-3215.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

King of Prussia, PA
ruthschriskop.com
Ring in the new year at one of the region’s most beloved steakhouses—King of Prussia’s Ruth’s Chris. Recently renovated and now serving lunch since December 1st, Ruth’s Chris has a fresh face and elegant new look. Book one of their private dining rooms for you and your friends and toast 2012 in style! Call Julie Devaney, director of private dining, at 610-992-1818 or email: sales.ruthschriskop@gmail.com.

Ella’s American Bistro

Wayne,PA
ellasamericanbistro.com
The Main Line’s hottest new restaurant, which opened Monday, December 19th, will be serving an exciting prix-fixe dinner menu throughout the evening on NYE. Ella’s American Bistro and Bar is an upscale casual restaurant with the focus on a local farm-to-table dining concept.

The Gables at Chadds Ford

Chadds Ford, PA
thegablesatchaddsford.com
The Gables offers one of the region’s most romantic dining scenes, as the historic building and barn dates back to the 1800’s. From 7pm to 10pm on NYE enjoy music and entertainment from Peter Scott Ruben, a popular Frank Sinatra impersonator. Celebrating the new year at The Gables is an excellent choice. You and your friends will have a fantastic night of dinner, music and dancing complimented by the festive atmosphere of the The Gables—gorgeously decorated for the holiday season.

‘Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs’ will be in The Franklin Institute’s Mandell Center with special extended holiday hours December 26th through January 1, 2012. Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs runs through April 15th, 2012.

One of the world’s largest collections highlighting the biggest dinosaurs ever stampeded into The Franklin Institute Saturday, December 10th for the world premiere exhibition Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs. This exclusive exhibition gets visitors up-close-and-personal with gigantic dinosaurs, as long as 70 feet, excavated from such remote regions as Argentina and the Gobi Desert of Inner Mongolia. Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs will be in The Franklin Institute’s Mandell Center with special extended holiday hours December 26-January 1, 2012. Plus, The Franklin Institute will offer free parking on New Year’s Day to all special exhibition ticket-buyers (Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs, CSI: The Exhibition) and Franklin Institute members.

Highlights include the world premiere of a cast skeleton of the never-before-displayed Mapusaurus, 65 million year-old dinosaur eggs, and the latest scientific evidence of how dinosaurs grew so large. Dozens of exotic giant skeletons and intricate robotics reveal new discoveries of dinosaur origins and behavior, while casting light on the unfamiliar international ancestors of familiar North American dinosaurs. The exhibit gathers two dozen humongous skeletons, dinosaur recreations and full-sized robotics. Visitors can also get hands-on by going on a dino dig and examining fossils and bone replicas in the interactive Dinosaur Cart, which will be staffed by museum science interpreters during daytime exhibit hours.

The spectacular collection belongs to the world’s leading dinosaur collector and popularizer, Don Lessem. “Dino” Don, a Philadelphia area resident, has excavated and re-created dinosaurs from Argentina to Mongolia, including the world’s largest meat-eater and plant-eater. He was an advisor to the movie Jurassic Park, a host and writer of NOVA and Discovery Channel documentaries, and has written more than 50 books for children.

The spectacular collection belongs to the world's leading dinosaur collector and popularizer, Don Lessem. "Dino" Don, a Philadelphia area resident, has excavated and re-created dinosaurs from Argentina to Mongolia, including the world's largest meat-eater and plant-eater. Lessem was an advisor to the movie Jurassic Park.

The exhibition highlights recent cutting-edge research that answers one of the bigger mysteries about large dinosaurs – how on earth did they get so big? Turns out, the big plant-eaters required thousands of kilograms of food daily to survive – so they sped up the process by swallowing their meals whole. If you thought you knew dinosaurs, Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs will open your eyes. Nearly half of all dinosaurs known have been found in the last two decades – many from the farthest reaches of the globe. And along with these recent findings come new insights into how dinosaurs grew, behaved, communicated, and, after 163 million years of domination, came to a crashing end.

Many of these enormous dinosaurs have rarely been displayed in North America. The exhibit runs through April 15, 2012, and was created by Don Lessem and ExhibitsRex and produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Inc.

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TICKET INFORMATION

Individual daytime tickets for Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs (which include general admission to the museum) are $25.00 for adults and $18.50 for children, with free admission for Franklin Institute Members. Tickets are timed and dated, and admission is 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday (last entry at 3:30 p.m.); and 9:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday (last entry at 7 p.m.). The evening ticket price ($10 adult; $6 children) does not include museum admission, and begins with the 5:00 p.m. exhibition admission. Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Information, holiday hours, and tickets (including discounted combination tickets with CSI: The Experience) are available at 1-877-TFI-TIXS, www.fi.edu. Groups of 15 or more save up to 20 percent on tickets with advanced reservations by calling 1-800-285-0684.

A shopping extravaganza with over $3,000 in giveaways awaits at AroundMainLine.com’s first ever Holiday Shopping Night at QVC Studio Park. The grand prize is a $2,000 beauty basket brimming with QVC’s top products!

It is no doubt the most incredible AML party in our three year history and an outstanding night of holiday shopping with our great friends at QVC! Join us for a festive evening at the Studio Park QVC store Wednesday December 7th from 6pm to 8pm for AroundMainLine.com’s Holiday Shopping Night at QVC Studio Park. There is no cover to attend, the evening will be catered by The Classic Diner and we will have surprises and giveaways galore!

Shop the very cool Studio Store that features QVCs’ top lines and most popular products including Philosophy, Joan Rivers, Bare Escentuals, Diamonique, Wen Hair Products, Kitchen Aid, Quaker Factory, Temptations, Lock and Lock and more!

QVC Hosts and Celebrity Appearances!

Several of our favorite QVC hosts will also be making an appearance at the event including: Lisa Robertson, David Venable, Dan Wheeler, Antonella Nester, and Jill Bauer! In addition, celebrity hair stylist Chaz Dean, who has single-handedly transformed the beauty industry with the wildly successful WEN Hair & Body Care line, is flying in from L.A. with his entire staff and his famous dogs JUST for the party!

Several QVC hosts will be popping in to say hello over the course of the evening in the Studio Park Store.

Exciting Giveaways!

Every half hour starting at 6:30 sharp, we will be giving away the most amazing prizes of QVC products to some very lucky guests! Our GRAND Prize for the evening will be an enormous basket with over $2,000 of QVC BEAUTY PRODUCTS! The Grand Prize winner will be announced that evening on AroundMainLine.com’s Facebook page!

Nom Nom Nom!

Did we mention the delicious complimentary food you can nosh on at the party? Malvern’s popular The Classic Diner will be catering the evening and Delaware’s Desserts by Dana (yeah, those folks of TLC’s The Next Great Baker fame) will be sampling their incredible desserts all night long!

How to RSVP

We have already received well over 300 RSVPS for this incredible event. It is very important that you RSVP in one of three ways so that we can plan to the best of our ability with our fine friends at QVC. Note, you do not have to RSVP to attend. We will accept walk-ins but it is tremendously helpful to us, QVC and our incredible vendors if we know you are attending as well as the size of your party.

1) RSVP on AML’s Facebook Event Page

2) RSVP on QVC’s website

3) Email: rsvp@aroundmainline.com with your name and party size.

Party Attire

Party attire is business casual. Absolutely no baseball caps, ripped jeans or sweatshirts are permitted. Dress to Impress!

In closing, I am beyond excited for this event. It will no doubt be the most maginificent AML event ever and a night to remember. We look forward to seeing all of you on Wednesday, December 7th. My best advice is to arrive between the times of 6-6:30pm as we expect the night to be very popular and we could approach full event capacity at any one time.

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Directions to QVC Studio Park

When you arrive at QVC (1200 Wilson Drive, West Chester) please follow signs to the Studio Store and bear left at the Main QVC sign. Parking lot is on the left hand side. Studio Store entrance will be to your right.

Wayne boasts one of the best retail scenes on the Main Line and is known for its incredible group of shop owners. AroundMainLine.com celebrates the six best shops in downtown Wayne we recommend supporting for this holiday season. This coming weekend is Small Business Saturday—could not think of a better time to show your love for these fine local retailers highlighted below.

Click here for our fun Wayne Shopping Guide Facebook photo gallery!

Familiar faces at Lucky Duck Toys

Lucky Duck Toys

LuckyDuckToys.com
106 East Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA
Phone: 610-254-0054
Hours: Monday-Friday 10-6; Saturday 9:30-5:30; Sunday 12-4
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Lucky Duck Toys is a specialty toy store with two locations in the western suburbs of Philadelphia: 106 E. Lancaster Ave in Wayne, and 379 Lancaster Avenue in Haverford. They offer the largest selection of specialty toys on the Main Line, with products from industry leaders such as International Playthings, Playmobil, Lego, Bruder, Manhattan Toy, Melissa & Doug, and Corolle. Lucky Duck also has unique items from several small manufacturers from around the world. They believe in offering playthings that stimulate the imagination, and foster creative thinking. Lucky Ducks experienced staff can help you select the perfect gift for everyone on your list and they offer free gift wrapping for all purchases. Stop in and see their beautiful selection of fabulous toys this holiday season!

Cole Wellness Spa

ColeWellnessSpa.com
101 North Wayne Avenue
Wayne, PA
Phone: 610-688-7546
Hours: Monday-Friay 10-7pm; Saturday 9-7pm; Sunday 9-5pm
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Cole Wellness Spa takes the natural alternative approach to real long lasting and truly healthy skin, hair, body and mind. They offer a variety of services including Therapeutic Massages, Nutrient Rich Facials, Organic Microdermabrasion, Face and Body Waxing services, Jane Iredale Mineral Make Up Applications and Retail Products, Organic Hair Color, Reiki and More.

Their retail products at Cole Wellness Spa are Organic, Pure, Aroma Therapeutic, and free of dyes, artificial fragrances, parabens and sulphates. Come in to purchase the best clean and green products on the Main Line! Suki, Innersence, Hamadi, Pevonia, Jane Iredale Mineral Make Up, Arnica, Traumeel, candles, soaps and more.

Stocking stuffers are available! Check out their affordable skin care kits for all ages, makeup and hair care product packages.

They also have the perfect skin care products for him. Purchase your holiday and special occasion gift cards at Cole Wellness Spa in any denomination. Your family, friends and co-workers will love it. They can use it towards all services and retail products carried by Cole. Cole takes phone orders for gift cards and will mail them out that the same day. Stop on in to check out their holiday specials this season!

Fiore - where fashion is always in bloom!

Fiore—Moda Italiano

fiorefwayne.com
104 East Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA
Phone: 610-688-1010
Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10-5; Thursday 10-6. Call for special holiday hours.
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Known simply as Fiore, this Soho-inspired boutique is located in the heart of the historic Wayne shopping district. The unique European flair of this boutique is expressed through the hip affordable clothing, accessories and the exquisite Italian decor. The cozy intimate surrounding and the “passion for fashion” of the boutique owner will make your visit a truly distinctive shopping experience. Grab an espresso and discover how one or two chic and trendy items can update your whole wardrobe. Fiore—where fashion is always in bloom!

Color Me Mine

wayne.colormemine.com
109 West Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA
Phone: 610-687-9777
Hours: Monday-Thursday 11-8, Friday-Saturday 11-9, Sunday 11-6
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This year give the gift of creativity. Color Me Mine is a paint-your-own pottery studio where you can explore your creativity by creating one-of-a-kind pottery pieces. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or looking for spending special bonding time with your friends or family – Color Me Mine has the perfect setting for you.

Don’t think you’re artistic? Color Me Mine has tons of samples to copy, stamps and stencils, and easy-to-do techniques that will amaze you when you see your finished product.

Amuse children of all ages, including infants-paint your baby’s feet or your children’s hands on a platter, a clock or a coffee mug. Color Me Mine has over 400 pieces to choose from including kids items to holiday, household and decorative items. Don’t have the time? They can do it for you! Simply ask the friendly staff about custom painting.

Pricing and turnaround time: There is a studio fee of $7 for children 12 and younger and $10 for ages 13+ plus the price of the piece. Prices vary depending on the size of the piece, but start at around $16. Please allow at least one week for glazing and firing of your pottery items. The paints are non-toxic and lead-free and items are food-safe after firing. Reservations are recommended. Check out their website for special events and discounted days.

Color Me Mine is the ideal setting for birthday parties, team building, camps, after school enrichment, classes, gifts, private parties, fundraisers, corporate events, scout parties and more!

Bark Avenue Boutique

thebarkavenueboutique.com
107 North Aberdeen Avenue
Wayne, PA
Phone: 610-341-9800
Hours: 9:30 to 6:30 Monday through Saturday
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From the moment you first enter The Bark Avenue Boutique, you’ll realize this is not an ordinary store for dogs! You’re greeted with a sense of sophistication as you take in all that’s before you-artwork of royal dogs hanging over the fireplace with beautiful crystal chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. Whether it’s an accessory for your own precious pup (big or small) or the perfect gift for a friend, you’re sure to be delighted with all The Bark Avenue Boutique has to offer. Stop in and see them in their brand new Wayne location or in their flagship shop in Suburban Square. Bark Avenue Boutique is the address for the sophisticated pooch!

Great holiday gifts for guys and gals available at Wayne’s popular Blue Horse Boutique!

Blue Horse Boutique

shopbluehorse.com
118 East Lancaster Avenue
Phone: 610-254-2583
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10-7; Sunday 12-5
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Blue Horse is a fun boutique with unique gifts for everyone on your shopping list. They offer gift items for you, your entire family, all your friends, and the dog. Are you shopping for that person who has everything? They are the store for you! Some of their more popular brands are Patience Brewster, Curly Girl, Lolita, Dimacci, Mud-Pie and Ellie Rose.

If you are the first person through their door any day you will receive 20% off any non-sale item of your choice, or you can check in on Facebook or Foursquare for additional discounts.

Are you a local retailer? We would love to work with you on effective PR and marketing strategies. Email us: info@aroundmainline.com or call Sarah Lockard at 610-715-9091.