19 February 2009 As the Yukon Quest Dog Teams head toward Fairbanks, I’m getting all geared up to hear those barks and yelps as they cross the finish line down here on the river!  I just LOVE this time of year.  The light is returning; it’s not as cold, and we can take full advantage of why we live in the Last Frontier.  I get goosebumps just thinkin’ about it!  Over across the river at the Big I, there’s a great skating rink and plans for Headlamp parties when those teams slide in next week sometime.  Pull on your skates and get ready to share in the excitement!

I’m tickled for other reasons as well. New merchandise is arriving every day at the store.  Right now, there is a burst of springtime color on the center table so bright I almost need my shades!  You’d better slide on in and see for yourself.  And don’t forget the Fabulous February Pen Sale continues; there are still some beauties available.

 Singer and song-writer Susan Grace will perform on acoustic guitar.  She’ll sing some old favorites as well as some new tunes from her soon-to-be-released CD.  Toronto designer Nadia Bizzotto’s grocery totes are the featured art for the evening.  Each tote sold will provide a nutritious meal for 50 children in India through the United Nations World Food Programme.  Join us for a frolicking good time.

Give Envirosax a try. They fold up so small they fit in a pocket or purse and can be pulled out for those unexpected purchases. Designed in Australia and constructed of durable lightweight nylon, these colorful sacks will add a spring to your step and lighten your footprint.  There is excitement about these bags-our distributor has lowered the price and we’re passing on our savings to you.  To encourage the use of easy-to-carry recyclable bags, we now have five-packs that come in their own handy pouch.  New colors are here, including the luxurious linen sack with its own carrying pouch.  Now you can recycle in style!