So you’re all pau with the turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie for this year, but there’s no reason to despair. Some of the best deals of the year happen the day after Thanksgiving, especially at Ward Centers. The shopping complex opens bright and early at 8 AM on November 24, and you’ll find some amazing bargains from then until 10 AM. For lovely, Hawaii-made gifts, head over to Jungle Gems, Native Books/Na Mea Hawaii, and Welcome to the Islands. And if you spend a total of $150 or more on your holiday shopping spree, you’ll get a free box of scrumptious truffles from the Honolulu Chocolate Company (just bring your receipts to any of the redemption counters located around the shopping center before 10:30 AM). How’s that for an incentive to get your Christmas shopping done?

Ward Centers, 1240 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI 96814, Map

—, 11/23/06