28 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY NOVEMBER 27-DECEMBER 3, 2025 www.montereycountynow.com LOCAL SHOPPING We live in an age where we can get anything with the tap of a screen, and they magically appear on our doorsteps days later. Does this mean doing things yourself is an endangered art? Thankfully, that’s not the case at all. We all know a do-it-yourselfer, those handy people who prefer to get their hands dirty and get their broken things fixed. It’s good for the environment and wallets. FOR THOSE ON THE ROAD A diagnostic tablet from Innova lets their vehicle tell them what’s wrong when the “Check Engine” light comes on; $239. O’Reilly Auto Parts 1720 Fremont Blvd., Seaside (831) 394-1472, oreillyauto.com FOR THE PEDAL PUSHERS A tune-up with Sram components ensures their bicycle is safe to operate and improves performance on those long treks; price varies, 20-percent discount on Sram products through Dec. 31. AMG Cyclery 805 Broadway Ave., Seaside (831) 215-1784, amgcyclery.com FOR THE GREEN THUMBS A native plant such as a ceanothus is a must in any garden in a Mediterranean climate, ensuring that it survives for years to come with minimal watering; starting at $15. Griggs Nursery 9220 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel (831) 626-0680, griggsnursery.com FOR THE ASPIRING PICASSO A gift card allows them to purchase a set of supplies so they can create those masterpieces; choose your price. Imagine Art Supplies 309 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove (831) 372-1388 FOR THOSE WHO BRANCH OUT A battery-powered DeWalt pole saw makes it easier for them to trim those tree branches in hard-to-reach places; $199. Pacific Grove Ace Hardware 229 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove (831) 646-9144, acehardware.com/ store-details/05419 FOR THE MASTER CHEF A Le Creuset Dutch oven slow-cooks nearly any meal, making it a versatile kitchen tool that any chef will appreciate; $270. Williams Sonoma 1210 Del Monte Center #908, Monterey (831) 641-9398, williams-sonoma.com Hands On The right tools can help anyone tackle any job by themselves or with help. By Erik Chalhoub ERIK CHALHOUB INNOVA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION ERIK CHALHOUB DEWALT Williams Sonoma Griggs Nursery AMG Cyclery O’Reilly Auto Parts Imagine Art Supplies Pacific Grove Ace Hardware ERIK CHALHOUB LE CREUSET DIY
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