Pamela Keech: Hello. I am Pamela Keech, author of The Curious Shopper's Guide to New York City. I don't know it all, but I hope I can answer some of your shopping questions today.

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South Windsor, CT: Where is the best places to buy "knock off" pocketbooks?

Pamela Keech: The best place is along Canal Street. You can wheel and deal. If you don't like the price walk away and they will always come down.

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Racine, WI: What are some good places for large size women's clothing?

Pamela Keech: There is a lovely store called Daphne's. It is on Amsterdam Avenue between 82-83 Streets.

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Boise, ID: I'll be in NYC during the holidays. Is there a list of Christmas bazaars anywhere?

Pamela Keech: There are wonderful festive Christmas bazaars at Grand Central Station, South Street Seaport, and Columbus Circle. The bazaar at Bryant Park is especially fun, a one-stop holiday treat with brilliantly lit trees and fountains, an ice skating rink, and stands to get hot chocolate and sandwiches.

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Columbia, CT: I'd like to plan a trip to NY for a group of librarians to visit some independent book stores. Can you recommend some of the best, including a plan to make a day of exploring?