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* Christmas Countdown 2008: evalu8.org's 2008 Christmas Gift Guide ***** 
Yes, it's true, harried shoppers, Christmas is closing in fast. There's never enough time to really clean and really prepare and really shop for everything, is there? evalu8.org can help!
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* Tuesday Morning Online offer: Polaroid T830 Ultra-Compact 8MP Digital Camera *
Here's an online-only offer you can't afford to miss!
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Bellingham crafter turns love of knitting into purse-making business **** 1/2
 Rebecca Senechal creates Naugahyde vinyl purses with bold, graphic appliqués and attention-getting colours.
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Bellingham Grocery Outlet ****
Another super bargain spot on the I-5 corridor. . .
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Bellingham Trader Joe's opening imminent *
Regional consumers have long been awaiting a local Trader Joe's operation. Their patience is about to pay off. . .
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Bellis Fair *
Here's a directory of stores, updated December, 2002
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Busy U.S. shoppers should check price scanner receipts for errors *
American holiday shoppers need to check their receipts, check them twice. They need to find out if the price scanner has been naughty or nice.
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Canada's Border Guards Plan Tax-Free Protest Weekend *
Canadian border guards won't collect duty and taxes on goods that consumers bring from the U.S. on the Labour Day holiday weekend in September as part of a protest over wages, the National Post reported, citing unnamed customs officers in different provinces.
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Christmas Countdown: evalu8.org's Every Shopper's Quickie Xmas Tune-up *
A special seasonal feature from the editors of evalu8.org. Everything for everybody: The hard-to-buy-for, in-laws, outlaws and more. Here's a condensed list of general pointers. . .
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Cookie Jar Gifts ****
Cookie Jar Gifts is owned and operated by Helen Feiger. The business started in the year 2000 in Bellingham, WA. Everything for the collector!
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Cosmic Comics (Garber review) *
Comic Camp!
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Crazy Prices ** 1/2
Basically, it's a Deals Only wanna-be, with prices almost entirely set at one penny more than Deals -- across the board.
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Crescent Beach Christmas Sail Past *
 December 14, 2005, Blaine, WA and Crescent Beach / White Rock, BC
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Deals Only *
Our best secret shopping place!
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Deals Only (TWO) holds Memorial Weekend (2005) sale *****
May 26th, 27th & 28th, 2005, Bellingham, WA. Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., daily (throughout the sale period).
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Deals Only opens New Store! *****
Find their new clothing and home furnishings/accessories store almost across the street -- next door to the Big Apple!
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Garber Gastronomic: The Grocers of Whatcom County *
Sort of like the Bridges of Madison County, but without the surreptitious sex. . .
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In defence of the shopaholic *
There is no 12-step program for people like me. We just pay the piper by struggling to pay the Visa bill. And we take a lot of unwarranted abuse.
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Jo-Ann Fabrics & Crafts *
Jo-Ann's uses the slogan "experience the creativity" -- and that's what they're all about.
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Looney could reach 82 cents *
The Canadian dollar soared above 73 cents (US) Friday -- jumping almost a full cent to a six-year high -- and surprised economists say it won't stop there.
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MIKASA store-closing sale Rip-off *
A store-closing sale has been announced, that is one of the most shabby attempts to capitalize on a downsizing that I've ever seen!
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Moleskine notebooks (Garber review) *****
Moleskine is the legendary notebook, used by European artists and thinkers for the past two centuries.
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My Boxing Day Shopping Plans *
 Anne Garber reveals her secret Boxing Day sale plans...
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My Boxing Day Shopping Plans, 2006 *
That's right, this year, I am sharing my post-Christmas shopping secrets with you.
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Pace's Salvage *
Here's a new discovery we owe entirely to our friend Casey White, who is a serious bargain shopper, indeed.
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PaperZone (Garber review) *
Under the banner * inspire * design * create * PaperZone offers a truly staggering variety and range of fine papers.
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Ross Dress for Less *
We thought we could save at Canada's Winners, but Ross's prices lured us down to the U.S...
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Shopping, Dining, Recreation, Hotels...anywhere *
 Want to find out what resources (shopping, dining, recreation, hotels) there are...anywhere in the world?
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Soaring loonie sends Canadian shoppers south *
With the rise of the Canadian dollar toward parity with the U.S. greenback for the first time in three decades, more and more Canadians are headed to American stores to shop. . .
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Stampadoodle (Garber review) *
Anne Garber discovers a wonderful craft, stamp, art and paper store -- that was right under her nose!
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Stormtech Factory Outlets *****
As featured in Anne Garber's Bargain Hunter column in TV Week magazine. Ferndale, WA & Burnaby, BC.
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Sunshine Liquidators ****
Toys, greeting cards, candles-and-scents, novelties, cold remedies, muscle rubs, vaporizer supplies, cleaning supplies, foot care and skin care products, herbals and medications, housewares, cosmetics, decor items, pet supplies, gift items and every kind of foodstuff. Deep discounts on everything!
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Sunshine Liquidators (Tacoma) ****
We had a dreadful time finding them, until Old Milwaukee Café & Dessert Company owner Pat Kerth mentioned that every year, Sunshine owner Jim Douglas calls her to buy a pumpkin pie!
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The Best Time to Buy Everything *
Bargain-lovers know that there's a smart time to buy just about anything.
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Trader Joe's comes to Bellingham area *
Yes, the rumours are true: Trader Joe's is coming to Bellingham.
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Tuesday Morning opens in Sunset Square *
Tuesday Morning merchandise selections range from room and area rugs to luxury linens, fine crystal, china, decorative accessories, luggage, toys and seasonal decorations or gifts substantially discounted. Now at Sunset Square, Bellingham.
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Washington State Holiday Getaways *
Vancouver, BC, Canada: Anyone still looking for a getaway this holiday season would do well to look south of the border. Attractive accommodation packages and festive events make Washington State a viable holiday destination for families.
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Secondary Sites:
01 -- Bargain Hunter column for the week beginning December 30, 2006 *
The actual Bargain Hunter with Anne Garber column, as seen in TV Week magazine.
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02 -- Bargain Hunter column for the week beginning January 6, 2007 *
The actual Bargain Hunter with Anne Garber column, as seen in TV Week magazine.
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03 -- Bargain Hunter column for the week beginning January 13, 2007 *
The actual Bargain Hunter with Anne Garber column, as seen in TV Week magazine.
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23rd Annual Assistance League of Bellingham's Yule Boutique *
Finished for this year, sorry!
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A Carousel Holiday Bazaar *
Finished for this year, sorry!
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Birch Bay Garden Center Holiday Craft Fair and Bazaar *
Sorry, finished for 2003
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Blaine Christmas Lighting and Bazaar *
Sorry, finished for this year, but the lights are still on. December 7, 2003, Blaine, WA
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Christkindlmarkt *
Finished for this year, sorry.
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Christmas Ice Show and Bazaar *
Sorry, over for this year
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Chuckanut Square Activity Center's Holiday Gifts and More *
Sorry, over for this year
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Chumstick Grange Christmas Bazaar *
Sorry, finished for 2003
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Claus Cottage Craft Show *
Sorry, over for this year
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Collectibles, Cards, Cake and Coffee ****
December 1, 2006, Everson, WA
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Deals Only holds one-day sale *****
Deals Only -- 2422 James Street -- new location is having a one-day (May 13, 2004) blow-out sale. All clothing in the store is ONE DOLLAR. Times: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m... One day only!
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Deals Only Store number 2 *****
This wonderful companion store to the original Deals Only is crammed with furniture, décor accessories and loads and loads of clothing!
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Ebenezer's Holiday Social Wreath & Baked Goods Sale *
Sorry, over for this year.
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Fantasy Bazaar Edmonds Masonic Hall *
Finished for this year, sorry!
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Folktales Open House *
Sorry, over for this year
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Fourth of July, 2006, in Blaine *
July 4, 2005, Blaine, WA
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Handmade Christmas Fair *
Finished for this year, sorry.
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Holiday crafts and bake sale *
Sorry, over for this year
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Holidaze *
Sorry, over for this year
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Home for the Holidays *
Finished for this year, sorry!
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Home for the Holidays *
Sorry. Finished for this year.
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Homemade for the Holidays *
Sorry, over for this year
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Leavenworth Christmas Lighting Festival *
December 4-5,
11-12 and 18-19, 2004, Leavenworth, WA
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Leavenworth Summer Theatre's Winter Show *
December 3-19, 2004 (see performance dates and times), Leavenworth, WA
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Linda B's Country Treasures *
Sorry, over for this year.
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Loonie surges to 74.91 cents (U.S.) *
The Canadian dollar hit 75 cents (U.S.) in after-hours trading yesterday, rising on signs of more weakness in the U.S. economy and expectations of further interest rate cuts south of the border.
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Lummi Christmas Art Fair *
Sorry, finished for 2003
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Lynden Community Center Annual Bazaar and Bake Sale *
Sorry, over for this year.
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Lynden VFW Craft bazaar and bake sale *
Finished for this year, sorry!
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Over the River *
Sorry, over for this year.
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Press release: evalu8.org's Anne Garber begins new column in TV Week *
New column spotlights bargain dining and shopping.
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Roeder Home's 30th annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Sale *
Finished for this year, sorry
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Sadie's Tea for All Seasons *
Sorry, over for this year
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Santa's East Pole Workshop *
Sorry, over for this year
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Santa's Helper *
Sorry, over for this year
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Spay Day USA *
Bellingham, WA, February 24, 2004
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St. Francis Christmas Craft and Bake Sale *
Sorry, over for this year.
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St. James Family Center Christmas Bazaar *
Finished for this year, sorry!
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St. Joseph Hospital Auxiliary Bazaar *
Sorry, over for this year.
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St. Jude's Guild Holiday Bazaar *
Finished for this year, sorry!
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church Bazaar *
Sorry, over for this year
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St. Sophia Luncheon and Bake Sale *
Finished for this year, sorry.
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Unity Church Community Bazaar *
Sorry, over for this year
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Washington Square Activity Club *
Sorry, over for this year
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Whatcom Hills Waldorf School Holiday Faire *
Sorry, over for this year
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Woodrose Apartments Christmas Bazaar *
Sorry, over for this year
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