Holiday gift guide for shopping locally
With the holidays right around the corner, everyone is in a rush to find the perfect gifts for their loved ones. Don’t look too far — there are local businesses right here in Logan that could have the gifts you need for your friends or family. Here is a quick guide for shopping locally this holiday season.
The Spirit Goat: Located at 28 Federal Ave., The Spirit Goat specializes in goat’s milk soaps, lotion and other products. All of their products are handmade and don’t have the harsh chemicals usually found in factory-made products. They currently have a variety of seasonal holiday items such as reindeer soaps, snowflake bath fizzies and Christmas bathtub tea. Their holiday products have been inspired by the Christmas traditions of their employees. The Spirit Goat is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The GreenHouse, Inc. :The GreenHouse is a nursery providing high-quality nursery stock to both landscape professionals and local homeowners. They sell a variety of plant materials and pond supplies and employ landscape professionals. For this holiday season, The GreenHouse has fresh wreaths, poinsettia plants and live Christmas trees. They also have gift certificates available for purchase. The GreenHouse is located at 295 W. 300 S. and is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Bluebird Candy Company: Bluebird Candy Company is located at 75 W. Center St. Bluebird’s website states they have been selling hand-dipped chocolates since 1914. Aside from chocolates, the shop sells candy bars, nuts, popcorn, gift baskets, tins and trays of candy and Bluebird Candy merchandise. This holiday season, they are also selling seasonal items such as advent calendars filled with Bluebird Chocolates. The store is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Global Village Gifts: Located at 53 E. 100 N., Global Village Gifts sells products made by artisans from around the world. They specialize in “fair trade”, buying their products at a fair price for the artisans but also selling them at an affordable price for customers. Fair trade is possible because the store is operated by volunteers. Global Village features products from Africa, East Asia, South Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean and the Middle East, including figurines, lip balms, sauces and jewelry. The store is open from 12-4 p.m Monday through Thursday and from 12-6 p.m Friday and Saturday.
Earthly Awakenings: Earthly Awakenings is a metaphysical supply store selling a variety of stones, jewelry, clothing and other accessories. Located at 21 Federal Ave., Earthly Awakenings has been open for 21 years. Many of Earthly Awakenings’ products are locally made, such as glass stud earrings. Other products include cleansing sprays, spell jars, candles and rock carvings. The shop also offers tarot, oracle and affirmation decks. Earthly Awakenings is open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Caffe Ibis: Caffe Ibis serves mountain-grown and roasted Arabica coffee. They aim to provide quality and freshness while respecting the people whose labor brings them their coffees and safeguarding the environment. Caffe Ibis has their own line of coffee available for purchase along with merchandise. Located at 52 Federal Ave., the cafe is open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
The Sportsman: Established in 1947, The Sportsman provides a wide variety of all-season sporting goods to Cache Valley. There is a variety of clothing and shoes available for purchase alongside biking and camping gear. The shop also sells skiing products, including boots, bindings, poles, helmets and goggles along with other winter apparel. The Sportsman, located at 129 N. Main St., is open Monday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Directive Boardshop: A board shop providing skateboarding, longboarding and snowboarding products, Directive also sells shoes, apparel and various vintage items. They have a variety of gift cards available, ranging from $25 to $500. Currently, Directive is offering a deal on their website directiveboardshop.com for free shipping on orders over $139. The shop is open Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at 65 S. Main St.