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Something Different Celebrates Decade in Forks

Unique boutique in the Giant Shopping Center in Forks Township celebrates its 10-year anniversary in business next weekend.

Debbie DeRogatis is always trying something different.

That's what the owner of Something Different, a unique boutique in the Giant Shopping Center in Forks Township, has to do to survive and thrive.

And with difficult economic times, when a lot of similar businesses have shut their doors, the Forks Township resident is enjoying an anniversary. Her business marks 10 years next weekend.

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"I had to reinvent myself," DeRogatis said. "A lot of these unique stores were closing. Decor wasn't selling as good. So I expanded into women's accessories."

Something Different offers a large selection of Chamilia jewelry, shoes, SwitchFlops (where you can replace the strip of fabric), handbags, scarves, holiday items, candles and all kinds of other gifts and goodies.

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"I've been doing well the last three years," she said. "I'm very fortunate that I'm able to stay in business."

To celebrate her anniversary, DeRogatis is holding a 10th anniversary celebration next Friday through Sunday.

You can enter to win a 14K gold Chamilia bracelet. Most items in the store will be on sale, too. There's also a deal that if you buy five beads, you get a free bracelet or if you buy four beads, you get a free one.

The first 10 customers who make a purchase on any of the three days will receive a free gift.

Something Different is open from 11-5 Sunday, Monday and Tuesday; 11-7 Wednesday; 10-8 Thursday and Friday and 10:30-6:30 Saturday. The store is located at 351 Town Center Blvd, Forks Giant Center. 610-515-8006.


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