{"id":53222,"date":"2022-12-09T11:50:41","date_gmt":"2022-12-09T16:50:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/?page_id=53222"},"modified":"2026-01-21T09:34:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T14:34:28","slug":"holiday-gift-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/holiday-gift-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday Gift Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image=&#8221;108962&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40vh&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#182957&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#003b71&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"color: #ffc70a;\">Holiday Gift Guide<\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;text-fw_lg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Shop small this holiday season<\/h1>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; line-height: 1.6em; text-align: left;\">Thank you for supporting alumni-owned, student-owned, and friend-owned businesses this past holiday season! We will refresh this list in November 2026 after a call for submissions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; line-height: 1.6em; text-align: left;\">If you would like to add your business or service to the list preemptively,<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/alumni\/forms\/shop-rochester\/\">please submit it here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-51532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/HolidayLanding.jpg\" alt=\"Come in we're open sign\" width=\"247\" height=\"247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/HolidayLanding.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/HolidayLanding-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/HolidayLanding-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 247px) 100vw, 247px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/becausesciencedc.com\/pages\/ur-gift-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Because Science Gift Shop<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Because Science is a Washington, DC storefront and online shop offering smart, creative gifts for science lovers\u2014think jewelry, art, stationery, and home goods. Founded by <strong>Amanda Preske &#8217;12MS, &#8217;16 PhD<\/strong>, we celebrate curiosity, inclusion and sustainability through the products we handcraft and curate.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-109152 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Because-Science-Gift-Shop-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"Two red circuit board ornaments shaped like candy canes, each decorated with a green ribbon bow and hanging by green strings, are displayed among evergreen branches and red berries.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Because-Science-Gift-Shop-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Because-Science-Gift-Shop.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/bikesnotbombs.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bikes Not Bombs<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Bikes Not Bombs is Boston&#8217;s non-profit, mission driven, community bike shop where we offer full-service professional bike repairs, new and refurbished bicycles, parts and accessories, and even electric bikes. Browse our inventory online, then come visit the shop and try some bikes for a test ride. Submitted by <strong>Jonathan Allen &#8217;78<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-109172 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Bikes-Not-Bombs-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A person wearing red and black gloves is installing a bicycle gear cassette onto a wheel hub in a workshop with various bike tools and parts in the background.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Bikes-Not-Bombs-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Bikes-Not-Bombs.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/CTopCeramics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CTopCeramics<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Owned by <strong>Caitlin Topkis &#8217;15<\/strong>, CTopCeramics provides quality ceramic goods, from custom ornaments to plates to napkin rings and everything in between.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109242 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/CTopCeramics-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A set of eight handmade dog ornaments, each featuring different dog breeds in various colors with metallic finishes, displayed on a wooden background in two rows.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/CTopCeramics-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/CTopCeramics.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/juliereisler.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Empowered Living Inc<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Founded by <strong>Julie Reisler &#8217;97<\/strong>, Empowered Living Inc. helps people live with greater mindfulness, alignment, and authentic confidence. Through coaching programs, online courses, and tools for self-reflection\u2014including Julie\u2019s book <em>Get a PhD in YOU<\/em> and the You-est You\u00ae Intention Cards\u2014the company supports individuals in building clarity, resilience, calm, and a deeper sense of fulfillment. Julie also hosts The You-est You\u00ae Podcast, where she interviews thought leaders and luminaries on topics such as mindset, well-being, spirituality, and personal growth.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109252 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Empowered-Living-Inc-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A flat lay image featuring the book Get a PhD in You by Julie Reisler surrounded by two lattes, a bowl of granola, a croissant, sunglasses, a pen, and a smartphone on a wooden table.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Empowered-Living-Inc-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Empowered-Living-Inc.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/eurekapuzzles.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eureka! Puzzles &amp; Games<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Eureka! is a store overflowing with treasures. We&#8217;ve got products ranging from artful jigsaws to diabolically mind-bending mechanical puzzles, from the simplest party games to the most complex strategic Euro-style games, and from fidget toys to the ancient art of puzzle boxes. And of course, gifts for everyone!<\/p>\n<p>Our goal is to provide a collection of items which stimulates the mind, is playful to the spirit, and has lasting value. Use <strong>discount code Rochester2025<\/strong> for 5% off your order this holiday season! Submitted by <strong>Rafi Benjamin &#8217;01<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109262 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Eureka-Puzzles-Games-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A green oval logo outlined in blue featuring the word \u201cEureka!\u201d in stylized blue text with the tagline \u201cXplore Puzzles and More\u201d beneath it.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Eureka-Puzzles-Games-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Eureka-Puzzles-Games.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/fureveryoursdecor\/?etsrc=sdt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Furever Yours Decor<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>All designs at Furever Yours Decor feature our favorite furry friends&#8230;.cats and dogs! A great selection of handmade products for the pet lovers in your life. Submitted by <strong>Brianna Vespone &#8217;15W (MS), &#8217;24W (EdD)<\/strong>. UofR community members can get <strong>15% off their purchase with code FUREVER15<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-110142 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/fureverr_yours_decor-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A gold bracelet and matching earrings featuring small heart and paw-print charms are displayed on a wooden surface.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/fureverr_yours_decor-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/fureverr_yours_decor.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jerramyfine.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jerramy Fine books<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Jerramy Fine &#8217;99<\/strong> writes non-fiction books that cover the intersection between princesses and feminism plus very popular children&#8217;s book about golden retriever puppies. All would make great holiday gifts![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109282 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Jerramy-Fine-books-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A side-by-side image showing the children's book Not for Percy featuring a kitten and a puppy on the cover, and a woman holding the same book while standing in a bookstore beside a golden retriever.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Jerramy-Fine-books-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Jerramy-Fine-books.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/theecodryer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">KMS Designs<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Eco-Friendly, MADE IN USA, glove dryer that dries and your wet, winter gear with zero added electricity. Our cool invention uses only the forced air in your home or school the dry wet gear from the inside out. No more stinky, wet gloves for kiddos who play in the snow and cold! Great for homes, schools and travel! Invented by a <strong>Karen Smoots<\/strong>. Kids and teachers approve![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109292 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/KMS-Designs-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"An advertisement for TheEcoDryer SchoolPack featuring drying instructions for classroom glove use, a photo of a woman demonstrating the product, and contact information for TheEcoDryer.com.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/KMS-Designs-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/KMS-Designs.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/LeahsTailsnScales\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Leah&#8217;s Tails &amp; Scales, Etc.<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Leah Root creates unique animal themed items out of polymer clay, including figurines, jewelry, ornaments, accessories, snow globes, and nativity sets. She specializes in custom made-to-order dog breed items. If you are looking for a unique gift that looks just like your dog, you have come to the right place![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-110602 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Leah-snow-globe-300x240.png\" alt=\"A glass snow globe contains two festive dog figurines wearing red hats and scarves, standing together on a snowy base.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Leah-snow-globe-300x240.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Leah-snow-globe.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/lesilobleu.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Le Silo Bleu<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Le Silo Bleu blends botanical skincare, restorative haircare and artisan home scents into a holistic philosophy of slow living. Candles, handmade soaps and other bath and body products are carefully crafted by <strong>Renee Iseson PP&#8217;25<\/strong> in small batches with intention to nurture balance, calm and beauty in everyday life.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109312 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Le-Silo-Bleu-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A boxed Winter Candle Collection set from Le Silo Bleu displayed on a wooden surface, containing six small gold-lidded candles with a descriptive card listing the included seasonal scents.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Le-Silo-Bleu-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Le-Silo-Bleu.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianomart.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PianoMart<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Rick Basehore &#8217;72, PP&#8217;98 &amp; Diane Basehore &#8217;73<\/strong> create a safe &amp; easy place online for buyers &amp; sellers of pianos to meet each other. With around 2,000 pianos listed, every prospective buyer can find their next piano on PianoMart! Our sellers are located around the world, but primarily in the U.S. We offer a free escrow service that ensures neither the buyer nor the seller fall victim to a scam; and when you call PianoMart you speak with one of the owners, not an overseas or automated call center. If you already have the piano of your dreams, check out our selection of music cabinets, piano lamps, and other accessories. Give the gift of music in the home this Holiday season or any time of the year with PianoMart![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-110162 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/piano_mart_600w-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A logo for PianoMart features a stylized piano keyboard above the company name with the tagline, \u201cBringing piano buyers &amp; sellers together since 1997.\u201d\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/piano_mart_600w-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/piano_mart_600w.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/purelypresenthealth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Purely Present Health<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Purely Present Health is a telehealth integrative and functional nursing practice founded by <strong>Beverly Mazza &#8217;03, BSN, RN, NC-BC<\/strong>, a board-certified nurse coach specializing in metabolic health and weight management for women in midlife. Beverly uses a functional health and root-cause approach to help clients improve blood sugar control, optimize weight health, and restore metabolic balance through personalized nutrition and lifestyle strategies. She is licensed to work with clients in New York and Massachusetts.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109332 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Purely-Present-Health-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A professional promotional image for Purely Present Health featuring Beverly Mazza, BSN, RN, NC-BC, with her photo on the right and text on the left highlighting her credentials as an integrative nurse and board-certified nurse coach.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Purely-Present-Health-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Purely-Present-Health.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recipesforcommunity.com\/product-page\/story-seeds-book\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Recipes for Community<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Founded by <strong>Megan Lovely<\/strong>, Recipes for Community is a community-engaged arts practice grounded on the premise that each of us has something to bring to the table: our stories. From Story Markets to storytelling workshops to dinner gatherings, each iteration of Recipes for Community invites us into a deeper relationship with the people and places we call home. Investing in the local economy is key to Recipes for Community. As of November 2025, more than $9,537 has gone to support local businesses, artists, farmers, non-profits, and community members.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-110182 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/recipes_for_community_600w-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A book cover titled \u201cStory Seeds: Growing Home at the Farmers Market\u201d features a central photo of flowers and produce displayed in a market setting against a background of handwritten notes.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/recipes_for_community_600w-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/recipes_for_community_600w.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/view\/educationbyentertainment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ronald G. Shapiro, PhD, LLC<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Founded by <strong>Ronald G. Shapiro &#8217;75, PhD, LLC<\/strong>, Education By Entertainment TV is designed to show people more about how they think so they can be safer, more productive and better communicators, teachers, students, team leaders, team members, etc.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109352 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Ronald-G.-Shapiro-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A colorful graphic from Education By Entertainment displaying a word cloud with terms such as \u201cAmazing,\u201d \u201cInteresting,\u201d \u201cFun,\u201d \u201cEngaging,\u201d and \u201cAwesome,\u201d surrounded by smiley faces and text indicating participant feedback from 2016 to 2025.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Ronald-G.-Shapiro-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Ronald-G.-Shapiro.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sarahheximer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Self-published author<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Journey through the past and present as they collide in this dual timeline tale of past lives, present challenges, and future potential. Written by <strong>Sarah Heixmer &#8217;05<\/strong>, <em>The Harbinger, A Triquetra Chronicle<\/em>, a dual-timeline historical mystery, is meant to be the first installment in a series focused on learning about the mysticism in life while exploring female friendships and chosen families.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109372 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sarah-Heixmer-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"The book cover for The Harbinger: A Triquetra Chronicle by Sarah Heximer, featuring a torn design that reveals a misty forest on one side and the close-up image of an owl\u2019s face on the other.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sarah-Heixmer-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sarah-Heixmer.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shailrajan.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shail Rajan, Author<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Shail Rajan &#8217;92<\/strong> writes women\u2019s fiction about love, resilience, and the emotional turning points that shape our lives.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109392 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Shail-Rajan-Author-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A promotional image showcasing author Shail Rajan and five of her books, including titles from The Summer Breeze series and The Recipient, arranged in a row against a white background.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Shail-Rajan-Author-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Shail-Rajan-Author.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sheepontherainbow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sheep on the Rainbow<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Tegan Leach<\/strong> offers a colorful selection of hand dyed yarns and spinning fibers. Yarn comes in worsted, sport, and fingering weights with solids and multicolored yarns to choose from. Classes are available for those looking to learn how to knit, crochet, spin, or dye yarn\/ spinning fiber.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-110202 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sheep_on_the_rainbow_600w-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A bundle of green, white, and speckled yarn is displayed on a wooden surface, with strands laid out to show the variation in color.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sheep_on_the_rainbow_600w-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sheep_on_the_rainbow_600w.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tastefullysimple.com\/?ref=pattybardeen1147\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tastefully Simple, Inc.<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Tastefully Simple is a brand that specializes in clean-label foods and meal kits, focusing on simplicity and flavor. Founded in 1995, we offer a variety of products, including seasonings, sauces, and baking mixes, all made without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Our brand emphasizes convenience and quality, allowing customers to prepare meals with minimal effort while enjoying delicious results. <strong>Patricia Bardeen<\/strong> is happy to connect![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109412 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Tastefully-Simple-Inc-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A promotional image for Tastefully Simple\u2019s 30th anniversary featuring a plate of appetizers, a bottle of Bayou rum, and text that reads \u201cEffortless Flavor. Endless Inspiration.\u201d along with the website tastefullysimple.com.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Tastefully-Simple-Inc-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Tastefully-Simple-Inc.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theshrewdcloset.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Shrewd Closet<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Gift the special woman in your life this season with an item from Shrewd Closet. An e-commerce store, owned by <strong>Raven Hudson &#8217;18S (MBA)<\/strong>, dedicated to providing quality clothing and accessories for women that enjoy making a statement with their everyday wardrobe from work to happy hour. Check out our unique outerwear &#8211; perfect for the holidays. <strong>Use promo code uofr10 at checkout.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109422 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-Shrewd-Closet-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A close-up image of a person wearing black leather gloves with gray faux fur cuffs, holding a pair of sunglasses in an outdoor urban setting.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-Shrewd-Closet-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-Shrewd-Closet.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/truecolorsbysarah.etsy.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">True Colors by Sarah<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>This is a collection of fun and pithy shirts with commons sayings turned on their head&#8230;so you can wear your &#8220;true colors&#8221; on your sleeve! Owned by <strong>Sarah Heixmer &#8217;05<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109432 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/True-Colors-by-Sarah-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A blue t-shirt featuring a colorful lotus design with a meditating figure and the text \u201cHeavily Meditated\u201d printed in stylized lettering on the front.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/True-Colors-by-Sarah-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/True-Colors-by-Sarah.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.victorybooksroc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Victory Books<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Victory Books is a women- and queer-owned pop-up and online contemporary bookstore operating out of Rochester, NY by <strong>Jordan Oatman &#8217;20W (MS)<\/strong>. We offer a curated selection of used, new, and overstock contemporary books that focus on stories written by and about women, and the LGBTQ community. Our mission is to create and support a vibrant reading community in Rochester and the surrounding areas in a sustainable, affordable, and accessible way![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109442 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Victory-Books-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"A display of wrapped books labeled \u201cVictory Books,\u201d each tied with twine and accompanied by small decorative cards and stickers on brown paper packaging.\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Victory-Books-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Victory-Books.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221; image_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; side_padding=&#8221;10%&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lotuswei.com\/collections\/weiofchocolate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wei of Chocolate \/ LOTUSWEI<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Founded by Lisa Reinhardt &#8217;85, after returning from an 11-year odyssey in the Himalayas, Wei of Chocolate urges you to let the luscious dark chocolate melt in your mouth as you rest in the present moment. The method is a game changer, together with the addition of flower essences, a mystical ingredient that works via the acupuncture meridians to release the causes of stress, and bring out your best qualities. 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