Sunshine Preschool in Uptown Susanville is reopening Jan. 2. They will be accepting children ages 2 (must be potty trained) through 5. They have a new director; Jessica Jenner will be running the facility. For more information or to sign up you can reach them at 257-5893.

NEW HOURS, NEW LOCATION

Lynn Markman, owner of Markman Farm, has moved her business to 235 N. Gilman St. in Susanville. She has a lot of gift baskets, handmade crafts and treats to taste. She will be open at this location beginning at 10 a.m., on Dec. 9 and 10 as well as Dec. 16 and 17. If you miss those dates, you can visit her website at markmanfarm.com.

UPTOWN MASSAGE OFFERS ONLINE GIFT CERTIFICATES

Certified massage therapist Kelly Fairbank of Uptown Massage now offers instant online gift certificates through her website: uptown.massagetherapy.com.

“It’s the perfect thing for those last minute gifts. We all do it, wait until the night before someone’s birthday or other big event to think about getting a gift,” Fairbank said. For those who don’t have a printer, they can still purchase a gift certificate online and have it mailed directly to the recipients.

“In addition to the two online options, those without computer access can just pick up the phone and call me directly for a gift certificate,” said Fairbank.

You can enjoy a free cup of hot tea, cider or hot chocolate with your massage from the all-new tea bar at Uptown Massage.

NOTARY AT UPS STORE

The UPS Store in Susanville is now offering a licensed Notary Public on staff six days a week. Owner Andy Warren is a Notary and Sareena Estes now has her Notary license. They are conveniently located in the Windgate Mall next to Walmart in Susanville.

BANK CELEBRATES THE SEASON

Plumas Bank is celebrating the holidays by hosting several festive events at their branches as they have done for decades.

InSusanville,visit their office on Monday, Dec. 12 and Friday, Dec. 16 for Customer Appreciation Days.The Chester office is set from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8. From 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14 Eastern Plumas residents can enjoy the festivities at the Portola office. If your social calendar is already booked you can enjoy refreshments when you do your everyday banking at the Greenville or Quincy branches beginning Wednesday, Dec.14 through Friday, Dec. 16. Don’t forget to pick up your custom 2012 calendar featuring the Simple Pleasures of Plumas Bank Country whileyou’re there.

SHELF RELIANCE PARTIES

Shelf Reliance is your premier source for emergency preparedness supplies and informational tools. Featuring freeze-dried foods, food rotation systems (food storage shelves), and their revolutionary calculators for food storage and emergency kits. Shelf Reliance offers the tools you’ll need to create a comprehensive customized emergency preparedness plan. If you don’t have an emergency kit ready to go, this just may be for you. For information about their products call Denise Ramsey at 251-6418.

FRIENDS IN ART ANNUAL SHOW

It’s time for the 11th annual Friends in Art show at the Artisan Coffee shop in Janesville. The show is on Dec. 9 and 10. You’ll find many of your favorite local artists featuring their beautiful one of a kind gifts and home décor. See their ad in this week’s paper for more info.

NEW PRODUCT LINES

Billington Ace Hardware tells us they are now carrying the Sears line of Craftsman tools. You’ll find everything from power tools to wrenches, sockets and more. If you don’t know what to get your significant other, then check out their selection of great holiday gifts.

NEW LOCATION

Monica Morris, of A Cut Above Hair Salon, would like to announce their new location inside the Diamond Mountain Casino and Hotel.

Laura Gardner, Rhonda Welsh and Monica invite you to join in their grand opening celebration from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. Stop by or call for an appointment at 257-8233.