Next to Newsletter- Monday March 1, 2010

Good morning, everybody!

If you're looking for plus sizes and haven't been to N2N in the last few days, you need to hurry on over. We've gotten in gorgeous plus sizes in 2X/3X/22W/24W. Tops, jackets, pants...wonderful things. They won't last long so come by soon.

There are also lots of small size mall labels- Aeropostle, Abercrombie, Old Navy, Gap, Hollister...make your tweens and teens some very happy girls and grab a bag full of these goodies!

This week's specials:

Monday- Tuesday: 30% off all ladies' dresses and sets

Wednesday/Thursday: 30% off infantwear (0-24 months)

Saturday/Sunday: 30% off ladies' pants and jeans

Don't Forget:

First Friday Sale

at Next to New

Storewide Half Price

Friday, March 5

10 AM-6 PM

50% off original price
unless already priced less.

Cash, credit/debit card or check only, please.
You can use your store credit but the discount won't apply.

Current Columns

My husband, Arthur, and I each write twice-a-month columns for The Gainesville Times. His deal with computing and technology issues. Mine deal with whatever strikes my fancy.

His latest was published on February 20th. Click here to read Arthur's piece on cloud storage.

My February 19th column is called "Observe and Report? Not if you have a conscience" Click here to go to it.

Next to New is now on Facebook! Click here to go to our fan page and join up. We'll be posting great deals when we find them during the week, giving out N2N coupons to our Facebook friends and linking to other great frugal sites. We'll have the Deal of the Day and any other Hot Flashes that come out way.

Last week, our Facebook friends got the 411 on a free 8 x 10 print from Walgreens, a chance to get a free Regenerist starter set, WalMart web coupons, Dr. Seuss storytimes at Target, and a whole weekend of half price N2N shopping with the secret Facebook code word!

Come on and join up...you'll be glad you did!

Amazing Palindrome

Arthur sent me this astonishing video: A palindrome reads the same backwards as forward. This video reads the exact opposite backwards as forward. Not only does it read the opposite, the meaning is the exact opposite.

This is only a 1 minute, 44 second video and it is brilliant. Make sure you read as well as listen…forward and backward.

This is a video that was submitted in a contest by a 20-year old. The contest was titled "u @ 50" by AARP. This video won second place. When they showed it, everyone in the room was awe-struck and broke into spontaneous applause. So simple and yet so brilliant. Click here to see for yourself.

Really, REALLY FUN Run!

Family TIES is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families provide a safe, nurturing and positive environment for their children and teenagers by providing them with free parenting classes specific to their child's age. The program seeks to educate prenatal parents and parents with children up to age 18. They serve families who are mandated by DFACS or the court system, as well as parents who are incarcerated or any parent wishing to improve their parenting skills.

One of the program's primary fundraisers is the annual Family Fun Run and Walk. This year's event will be Saturday, March 20. Registration begins at the American Legion at the end of Riverside Dr. at 8 AM. There will be a 1 mile run/walk (at 9 AM) and a 5K run/walk (at 9:30 AM). You can pre-register up through March 4 for $20. That also guarantees your shirt size...and it's not just any old cheesey T-shirt- it's a moisture absorbent performance running shirt. Registration is $25 after March 4.

For more info and to register online, go to http://familytiesgainesville.org/. You can stop by N2N to get a form, too.

See you at the finish line!

And to help you get ready for the Family T.I.E.S. Run...

If you're a runner, you probably have an iPod...and what you listen to can certainly help or hinder your workout. Click here to download actual Marine cadence calls. Hup one, Hup two...

Honoring Innovators

Please let the teachers in your life know abou t this: Educators, it's YOUR time to shine! Tell PBS how you inspire your students and you could win an all-expenses paid trip from PBS Teachers that includes previews of new PBS shows, a special educators session with PBS producers, a free professional development course and more! Click here to check it out.

Speaking of Molly...

Many of you know our daughter, Molly, who grew up here in the shop. Now she's 23 and halfway through a two year fellowship with the Institute of Southern Jewish Life in Jackson, MS.

The ISJL recently released this YouTube video outlining their many programs. Click here and watch closely...Molly has a cameo at about 3:47 into the 5 minute video. Lookin' good, Molls!

Showtime!

When June's father dies, she prays for a healer to come to the small town of Gray so that no one will ever suffer again. The next thing she knows, there’s a tornado, and a man in a balloon blows into town claiming to be a doctor. At first, the new doctor cures anything and everything, but soon the town's preacher takes ill with a mysterious plague. And then the plague begins to spread. Set in Indiana during the late 1800s, Anatomy of Gray deals with death, loss, love, and healing in a unique coming of age story.

The play is a collaborative performance between Johnson High School and North Hall High School. It runs Friday and Saturday, March 5 and 6 at 7:00 PM and Sunday, March 7 at 2:30 PM at the Johnson High School Performing Arts Center. Admission is $5.00.

Casserole Collection

There’s a reason casseroles have a reputation for being the standby fare for parties and potlucks: They feed the masses, are easy to transport and make great leftovers. Whether you’re a fan of tried-and-true versions, like Beefy Mac or Shepherd’s Pie, or inventive takes on the dish, like Baked Scallops and Shells or Chiles Rellenos Casserole, Woman's Day magazine has you covered. Click here for 10 different ways to whip up a crowd-pleasing casserole.

Wise Words

Weekly This and That

Remember to bring in your plastic grocery bags to recycle and register to win a $25.00 store credit.

Get a $5.00 store credit any time you bring us a new shopper. It's easy. Just bring in your friends who've never tried N2N shopping. When they check out at the register, we'll give YOU a $5.00 credit on the spot.

Let's work to get the word out: friends don't let friends shop retail!


Computer Problems?

Don't hesitate to call Arthur if your computer has a virus or isn't running as fast as it should. He will come to you or you can drop off your PC at Next to New. His rates put the Geeks to shame and your satisfaction is guaranteed. One-on-one instruction available or get some friends together for an even better rate. He can fix software problems through remote access if necessary, so no matter where you are, give him a call - your computer will thank you. You can click here to go to his website.

www.glazerthepctech.com (770) 540-5100

That's it for now. Remember-email goes both ways...

If you run across any exceptional bargains or impressive new products, let us know. We'll put the word out!


Have a remarkable week!


Teressa and the Next2New Crew

Next to New Resale Boutique
1705 Cleveland Hwy.
Gainesville, GA 30501
770-534-9070

Monday- Saturday 10-6

Sunday 1-6

Next to Newsletter- Monday February 22, 2010

Thanks so much to all of you who sent your best wishes for my quick recovery from whatever virus or flu had taken over my life. It worked! All those aches and coughs and shivers are just a dim memory now.

We've marked down lots and lots of tags...there's a sidewalk sale and a new clearance rack. You'll find great deals on winter clearance and wonderful new spring fashions, too. Whatcha waiting for? Come on over!

N2N on Facebook!


Next to New is now on Facebook! Click here to go to our fan page and join up. We'll be posting great deals when we find them during the week, giving out N2N coupons to our Facebook friends and linking to other great frugal sites. We'll have the Deal of the Day and any other Hot Flashes that come our way. For example, last week we featured deals such as magazine subscriptions for as little as $3.75/ year, a 40% off Hobby Lobby coupon, great deals and rebates on appliances at Kohl's (I got an electric skillet for $11!), designer coffee and mug for $3.00 and a coupon for 20% off at Big Lots.

See you on Facebook!

New Columns

My husband, Arthur, and I each write twice-a-month columns for The Gainesville Times. His deal with computing and technology issues. Mine deal with whatever strikes my fancy.

His latest was published on February 20th. Click here to read Arthur's piece on cloud storage.

My February 19th column is called "Observe and Report? Not if you have a conscience" Click here to go to it.

Free Pancakes!

Since beginning its National Pancake Day celebration in 2006, IHOP has raised nearly three million dollars to support charities in the communities in which it operates. With your help, they hope to raise $1,000,000 for Children’s Miracle Network in 2010!

So take your appetite to IHOP on Tuesday, February 23, for a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes. Instead of paying for the flapjacks, guests will be invited to donate to Children's Miracle Network programs at affiliated hospitals around the country. The free pancakes will be offered from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Why Pancake Tuesday? Known also as Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras, National Pancake Day dates back several centuries to when the English prepped for fasting during Lent. Strict rules prohibited the eating of all dairy products during Lent, so pancakes were made to use up the supply of eggs, milk, butter and other dairy products…hence the name Pancake Tuesday, or Shrove Tuesday.

Shop Well; Do Good

Evelyn Asher of Asheville sent in this great suggestion:

Donate to your favorite cause and get bargains in return. At www.goodshop.com, which connects to the sites of some 1,400 retailers including Target, Apple, and Sears, up to 30% of what you spend is donated to your favorite charity. Choose the beneficiary from more than 84,000 listed, or add your own. Retailers offer coupons and discounts on GoodShop, some of which aren’t offered elsewhere.

A related website, www.goodsearch.com, is a search engine that donates a penny to your favorite cause for every online search you make.

Thanks, Evelyn!

Anatomy of Gray

When June's father dies, she prays for a healer to come to the small town of Gray, so that no one will ever suffer again, the next thing she knows, there’s a tornado, and a man in a balloon blows into town claiming to be a doctor. At first, the new doctor cures anything and everything, but soon the town's preacher takes ill with a mysterious plague. And then the plague begins to spread. Set in Indiana during the late 1800s, Anatomy of Gray deals with death, loss, love, and healing in a unique coming of age story.

The play is a collaborative performance between Johnson High School and North Hall High School. It opens on Friday, March 5 at 7:00 PM and runs through Sunday, March 7 at 2:30 PM at the Johnson High School Performing Arts Center. Admission is $5.00.

MISS FIRECRACKER CONTEST

A hot tamale tries to throw off a different sort of heat in this comedy of small-town manners. Carnelle Scott is best-known in her hometown of Yazoo City, MS, for her unrepentant promiscuity. An orphan taken in by her genteel relatives, she idolizes her older cousin Elain Rutledge, a former Fourth of July "Miss Firecracker" contest winner who is taking time out from her pampered life to give a speech on "My Life as a Beauty" at this year's pageant. Determined to follow in Elain's footsteps, Carnelle implores Elain to let her borrow the red dress in which Elain won the contest in 1972. Meanwhile, Elain's ne'er-do-well brother arrives with a get-rich-quick scheme that involves hocking the family estate. Into this mix steps Mac Sam, one of the men who contributed to Carnelle's scandalous past.

Gainesville High's production will run Feb. 23-25 (Tuesday-Thursday) at 7:30 PM at the GHS Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $5.00.

Improv This!

It's time once again to delve into the wonderland of Improv with North Hall's very own troupe. Join Improv This! for their season finale- an unpredictable night of laughs and things yet unknown (unpredictable, remember?). It's at 7:30 PM on Thursday, February 25 at the NHHS theater. Admission is $7.00

Secret Dry Skin Lotion

Usually our recipes are for edibles but not this week. Cynthia Vey brought in

this recipe for dry skin lotion. It has easy to locate ingredients (not always the case when you're making lotions and potions) and it really does the trick on dry skin. Pack it up in some pretty containers and it'll make a great gift!

16 oz. Johnson's Baby Lotion (pink plastic bottle)

8 oz. Vaseline (be sure to use Vaseline, not an off-brand)

16 oz. Vitamin E cream (only found at Dollar General) It's in a white 8 oz. container with pink lettering. You'll need 2 bottles. Make sure it's the cream.

Microwave the Vaseline for a few seconds until just soft. It will plop out of the jar. Put it into a big bowl and combine all the ingredients with an electric mixer until it's fluffy. Package however you'd like.

Wise Words

Weekly This and That

Remember to bring in your plastic grocery bags to recycle and register to win a $25.00 store credit.

January's winner was Bobby Jones.

Here's Bobby being awarded his certificate in a solemn ceremony presided over by Lisa.

Get a $5.00 store credit any time you bring us a new shopper. It's easy. Just bring in your friends who've never tried N2N shopping. When they check out at the register, we'll give YOU a $5.00 credit on the spot.

Let's work to get the word out: friends don't let friends shop retail!

Computer Problems?

Don't hesitate to call Arthur if your computer has a virus or isn't running as fast as it should. He will come to you or you can drop off your PC at Next to New. His rates put the Geeks to shame and your satisfaction is guaranteed. One-on-one instruction available or get some friends together for an even better rate. He can fix software problems through remote access if necessary, so no matter where you are, give him a call - your computer will thank you. You can click here to go to his website.

www.glazerthepctech.com (770) 540-5100

That's it for now. Remember-email goes both ways...



If you run across any exceptional bargains or impressive new products, let us know. We'll put the word out!


Have a remarkable week!


Teressa and the Next2New Crew

Next to New Resale Boutique
1705 Cleveland Hwy.
Gainesville, GA 30501
770-534-9070

Next to Newsletter- Monday February 15, 2010

How about that snow? I was in Columbus when it hit and I can't start to express my gratitude to Lisa and Cheryl for keeping the shop open as much as possible during the bad weather. Thanks, ladies!

This issue of the newsletter will be brief. I'm just starting to recover from the flu, Arthur has the flu and Rachel's beginning to show symptoms. This is one miserable household right now. I'll make it up to you next week, I promise.

Let's do the Wild Card Sale this week...you remember how it works: we have cards labeled with different 30% off departments-ladies' tops, infantwear, dresses, menswear...you get the idea. One card even wins you 30% off of your entire purchase.

FACEBOOK!

Next to New is now on Facebook! Click here to go to our fan page and join up. We'll be posting great deals when we find them during the week, giving out N2N coupons to our Facebook friends and linking to other great frugal sites. We'll have the Deal of the Day and any other Hot Flashes that come out way. See you on Facebook!

New Columns

My husband, Arthur, and I each write twice-a-month columns for The Gainesville Times. His deal with computing and technology issues. Mine deal with whatever strikes my fancy.

His latest was published on February 6th. Click here to read Arthur's piece on choosing the right ISP for you.

My February 5th column is about the high cost of smoking and life with asthma. Click here to go to it.

Weekly This and That

Remember to bring in your plastic grocery bags to recycle and register to win a $25.00 store credit. January's winner was Bobby Jones.

Here's Bobby being awarded his certificate in a solemn ceremony presided over by Lisa.

Get a $5.00 store credit to you any time you bring us a new shopper. It's easy. Just bring in your friends who've never tried N2N shopping. When they check out at the register, we'll give YOU a $5.00 credit on the spot.

Let's work to get the word out: friends don't let friends shop retail!


Computer Problems?

Don't hesitate to call Arthur if your computer has a virus or isn't running as fast as it should. He will come to you or you can drop off your PC at Next to New. His rates put the Geeks to shame and your satisfaction is guaranteed. One-on-one instruction available or get some friends together for an even better rate. He can fix software problems through remote access if necessary, so no matter where you are, give him a call - your computer will thank you. You can click here to go to his website.

www.glazerthepctech.com (770) 540-5100

That's it for now. Remember-email goes both ways...

If you run across any exceptional bargains or impressive new products, let us know. We'll put the word out!


Have a remarkable week!


Teressa and the Next2New Crew

Next to New Resale Boutique
1705 Cleveland Hwy.
Gainesville, GA 30501
770-534-9070

Monday- Saturday 10-6

Sunday 1-6

Next to Newsletter- Monday February 8, 2010

Thanks so much to all of you who made our First Friday sale such a success!

Now that we have some extra space on the racks, we're hard at work stocking lots of new Spring inventory.There'll be plenty to choose from so come on by!

Mark your calendar- the next First Friday Sale will be on March 5th.

What's on Sale?

Monday-Tuesday: 30% OFF Menswear

Wednesday-Thursday: 30% OFF Ladies' Tops
Friday-Saturday-Sunday: 30% OFF Ladies' Dresses and Sets

New Columns

My husband, Arthur, and I each write twice-a-month columns for The Gainesville Times. His deal with computing and technology issues. Mine deal with whatever strikes my fancy.

His latest was published on February 6th. Click here to read Arthur's piece on choosing the right ISP for you.

My February 5th column is about the high cost of smoking and life with asthma. Click here to go to it.

WE HEART U

Nothing says Happy Valentine's Day like candy hearts!

Click here to make and send your own.

FACEBOOK!

Next to New is now on Facebook! Click here to go to our fan page and join up. We'll be posting great deals when we find them during the week, giving out N2N coupons to our Facebook friends and linking to other great frugal sites...see you on Facebook!

Local Talent

Last week Chandler Massey, grandson of N2N pals Kayanne and Abit Massey, made his debut on "Days of Our Lives." Click here to see his impressive performance. Congratulations, Chandler! Keep up the good work!

Otter Cam!

The Live Sea Otter Cam at the Vancouver Aquarium is addictive! Click here to watch Milo and Tanu as they cavort and go about their daily activities. Milo the otter is well known on YouTube and you may see him and Tanu holding paws. That is something Milo likes to initiate (awwwww!). If they are out of range, just wait a while and then come back.

They will eventually come into view.

Best Ever Chocolate Pudding

There are certain foods that many of us almost NEVER make from scratch...breakfast cereal, crackers, the list goes on. One of those products is pudding. I recently checked my pantry and there were six boxes of Jell-O pudding mix on the shelves. Then I came across this recipe. I've made the powdered stuff for so long, I'd forgotten what the real deal tastes like. There's no comparison! Whip up this delight and see if you don't agree:

1 cup white sugar

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 cups milk

2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped

2 egg yolks

2 tablespoons butter

2 teaspoons vanilla

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in milk and chocolate. Cook, stirring constantly, until chocolate melts and mixture thickens. Remove from heat and stir in egg yolks. Return to heat and cook 2 minutes more. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla. Chill before serving.

Bathroom Break

What WILL they think of next?

The mission of RunPee.com is to help you enjoy your movie going experience and relieve your bladder at the same time...

• Every movie has a few scenes in there somewhere that aren’t crucial to the plot, or can be easily summed up for you on the RunPee site.
• Every movie has a few minutes you can miss and not be lost when you sit back down.
• No more guessing when to run to the bathroom.

Just log on and click the name of the movie you're planning on seeing. The site will tell you how many minutes into the feature the break is and how long you have to make it to the bathroom and back.

Wise Words

To laugh often and much;
To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children;
To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends;
To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others;
To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition;
To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.
This is to have succeeded.

-Bessie Stanley (often attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson)

Weekly This and That

Remember to bring in your plastic grocery bags to recycle and register to win a $25.00 store credit.

January's winner was Bobby Jones (although his wife, Joyce, spent the bulk of the credit- good work, Joyce!)

Here's Bobby being awarded his certificate in a solemn ceremony presided over by Lisa.

Get a $5.00 store credit to you any time you bring us a new shopper. It's easy. Just bring in your friends who've never tried N2N shopping. When they check out at the register, we'll give YOU a $5.00 credit on the spot.

Let's work to get the word out: friends don't let friends shop retail!

Computer Problems?

Don't hesitate to call Arthur if your computer has a virus or isn't running as fast as it should. He will come to you or you can drop off your PC at Next to New. His rates put the Geeks to shame and your satisfaction is guaranteed. One-on-one instruction available or get some friends together for an even better rate. He can fix software problems through remote access if necessary, so no matter where you are, give him a call - your computer will thank you. You can click here to go to his website.

www.glazerthepctech.com (770) 540-5100


That's it for now. Remember-email goes both ways...

If you run across any exceptional bargains or impressive new products, let us know. We'll put the word out!


Have a remarkable week!


Teressa and the Next2New Crew

Next to New Resale Boutique
1705 Cleveland Hwy.
Gainesville, GA 30501
770-534-9070

Monday- Saturday 10-6

Sunday 1-6