Want to put a unique spin on your holiday shopping this year? Look no further than Downtown The Dalles and the special shop owners who can give you a lock on Legos or put you in that festive scarf and hat. You can buy or make music, find the perfect outfit or cowboy boots and then sit down to a great cup of tea and feel good about the oolong day.

Downtown TD will be bustling tonight, Friday, Dec. 16 as some 25 businesses stay open until 8 p.m. for the Sip & Shop event. Pubs will follow this event with Santa Con on Saturday, Dec. 17 with special drink prices and contests for those holly and jolly enough to don a red and white suit.

Have someone hard to shop for? I’m sure you do. Well look no further - we have a whole list of local shops that surely have that gift for someone special on your list. Check out local boutiques, music, art and home goods store right here. Great people with great presents for family and friends. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and I’ll take a new dress! :)