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New Philadelphia (November 5, 2004) -- Hard to believe, but the 2004 Holiday Season is suddenly right around the corner. New Towne Mall has the scoop on great Holiday Gift ideas.

For the Kids…Personal video players for kids help entertain your young ones wherever they may roam! Look for them at Radio Shack and Sears with all sorts of character themes, such as Sponge Bob Squarepants.

Everything old is new again! Relive a bit of your childhood as you choose these "new" old favorites: Barbie as the Princess & the Pauper, The Operation Game with a Shrek theme, Ms. Pac-Man plug and play TV game, Trivial Pursuit Saturday Night Live DVD edition, and E-L-M-O: the Sesame Street favorite sings to the tune of the disco favorite "YMCA." Find these fabulous fun toys at KB Toys or Electronics Boutique.

Of course, not everything is "retro" this year. Young ones will be thrilled to find great new toys that are sure to become traditional favorites in years to come. Check out Bratz Tokyo-A-Go-Go Dolls, Spiderman action toys and accessories, Lord of the Rings action figures and accessories and more from LeapFrog learning aids.

For Teens and Tweens…Last year, Apple´s i-Pod broke new ground. This year, it´s been shrunk to a mini version and has been joined by a host of other players. Music lovers can (legally) download their favorite songs from various music services for under $1. Look for MP3 players at Sears.

Finding the coolest fashion for discriminating teens and tweens can be a daunting task. Have faith… it can be done! Some of the hottest choices for fashion conscious teens and tweens are suede sneakers in bright colors, ponchos, round-toe shoes, big belts, heeled ballet shoes and flower pins and brooches. Find these great fashion gifts at Maurices, Buckle or B. Moss.

For the woman in your life…Choosing apparel for women can be challenging as well. One size or one style does not always fit all, but accessories and jewelry help make gift giving a bit less stressful. Some suggestions for Holiday 2004 are chandelier and drop earrings, pink sapphire/topaz/tourmaline and diamonds, white gold and watches of all types, shapes and styles. Find great accessories and jewelry at Dunkin´s Diamonds, Art´s Jewelers, Zales Jewelers and the Added Touch.

Accept the challenge to find some of the hottest apparel gifts for the season at Christopher and Banks, CJ Banks and B. Moss. Some suggestions are anything pink (and in all shades), faux fur as an add-on for sweaters and outerwear, boat neck pullover sweaters and bright-colored skirts.

Spa essentials are some of the hottest gift ideas for the season and are available at Bath and Body Works, Elder Beerman and JCPenney. Help her relax and re-energize with scented candles, eye refresher pads and aromatherapy pillows. You could also pick up a great book from Waldenbooks such as "The Purpose-Driven Life" by Rick Warren or "Angels & Demons" by Dan Brown.

Great gifts for guys…Monochromatic looks are the major fashion news this season. Charcoal has been embraced as the new "black" for the season, with head-to-toe gray suits. Some other suggestions include chunky cardigans in gray tones - sweaters are this season´s new sportscoat; layer different tones of the same color for depth and style; for color add red, white and blue in confident patterns.

Of course, men love their toys! This year, there are a number of ways to satisfy the inner child in your man. A few include plasma and flat panel TVs, cell phone accessories, smart phones, MP3 players and XFM radio. Find technology gifts at Sears.

Still stumped? Then give the gift of choice, a New Towne Mall gift card. They are redeemable for merchandise and services at any mall store. A great tip is to include a mall directory with the gift card and highlight a few stores you know your loved one would like to visit! Mall gift cards are available in various denominations in the mall management office or online at www.newtownemall.com.

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