It’s New to Us by Jean Stratton

CREATIVE DESIGN: “With my pots, I emphasize contrasting texture and color. I try to make each one an individual work of art. For me, it is an opportunity to paint with plants.” Polly Burlingham, owner of Polly’s Pots, one of three shops in the co-op Verde in Kingston, is shown in the doorway of her new establishment. She holds samples of her “Garden in a Pot”.

Polly’s Pots at Verde Co-op in Kingston Features Array of Garden-related Items

Jean Stratton

Polly Burlingham wears many hats: Master Gardener, owner of Green Gardens design firm, chairman of the Shade Tree Commission, and now owner of Polly’s Pots, a brand new shop in Kingston.

ENDURING DENIM: “We adapt to the times, but always keep the same focus on quality items at affordable prices.” Michael Bonin, owner of Princeton Army & Navy store, is holding a pair of the very popular stone-washed Levi’s Slim Straight #514 jeans. “Denim continues to be the most popular item in the store,” he adds.

Longtime Princeton Army & Navy Store Is Highlighted by Quality, Value, and Service

Jean Stratton

A young man recently stopped in at the Princeton Army & Navy store at 14½ Witherspoon Street. It was a chilly day, and he quickly walked toward the back of the store, selected a blue hooded sweatshirt, paid for it, put it on, and left!