We can think of no more festive boutique this time of year than Branca, set in a townhouse on Pearson Street. Stop by Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for cider and treats, and feel good knowing that 15 percent of all sales that day will be donated to Children’s Memorial Hospital. Need some gift ideas? Branca’s gorgeously designed new website has a few excellent suggestions. Love the faux croc credit card pouch for $40 (even better with a Branca gift card inside); the faux bois glass hurricane for $175; and the set of four garnet lowball glasses for $120; the striped are $80 for a set. 

—JAN PARR