b'Business Leaders .PART 3Karen StanilandKaren Staniland has been the owner ofbaby equipment, accessories, jewellery, and a The Kids Cupboard for the past 17 years. Shelarge selection of quality new toys.has found that with the increasing cost of newThe Kids Cupboard has become a must clothing and an expanded social awarenessstopweeklyshoppingoutingforthewhole of the environmental impact of fast fashion,family, from infants to seniors. They have an consignmentshoppingisbecomingmoreamazing array of quality and hot name brand popular all the time. Each season her con- items.Karenhasalsorecentlyexpanded signment clothing and new and used toy storeher new toy selection to include such qual- 268 Queen St., Unit #3, Port Perrykeeps adding and growing with an impressiveitybrandsasSophietheGiraffe,Janod,905-985-7707amount of quality consignment items. ThereClementoni, Curious Critters and Plus Pluswww.thekidscupboard.cais an ever-changing inventory of gently usedto complement the Melissa & Doug items sheMonday-Saturday 10-5 and clothing, shoes, handbags, toys, sports gear,has always carried. Sundays and Holidays 12-5Elizabeth Werner Where can you enjoy a cappuccino withElizabeth Werner opened this business at a vegan cookie or a butter tart, pick up some180 Queen St. in the fall of 2020. Its open 9-6 body scrub, maple syrup or candles, and buyMonday to Friday and 9-5 Saturday, and there a baby gift? At That Place on Queen, a cozyare 12 employees. Check out the fabulous cafe with a takeout or dine in menu. website: thatplaceonqueen.ca.That Place on Queen is a retail hub withThe former Port Perry Lakefront Farmers 20localvendorsgoodstobrowse.HouseMarket manager, Elizabeth is well known for 180 Queen St., Port Perry specialties include fair trade coffee and eco- her involvement with the Port Perry Baptist www.thatplaceonqueen.ca friendly products ranging from home dcor toChurch and as a soccer program volunteer. Open Monday - Friday 9 - 6 andpottery to clothing.Drop in to say Hello!Saturday 9 - 5905-982-2204Ken KouryThe smiles on the childrens faces at theHewasinspiredtostartthebusiness Annual Easter Egg Hunt are something Kenbecause he was looking for a place in Port Koury looks forward to.Perry to buy good chocolate and couldnt Owner of The Nutty Chocolatier, Kenfind a chocolate shop. With online ordering, enjoys hosting this event, to the delight ofyou dont have to miss out on pecan pud-the little kids. dles, candy kebabs, fudge and other treats.For35years,KensshophasofferedKen has served as the Chairman of the qualityconfectionary,includingchocolate,BIA, and on the Chamber of Commerce.sugar-free chocolate, candy, ice cream andTraditionally, summer hours are 9-9 and gift baskets. I love interacting with custom- winter hours are 9-6. ers, Ken said. The Nutty Chocolatier employees up to182 Queen Street, Port Perry25 staff to help you with your sweet tooth! 905-985-0761www.thenuttychocolatier.comWhere We GrowWe strive to make our centre an extensionaccepts little ones as young as 12 months, of home for our families, promise the ownersand up to 12-years-old. Camera Shy of Where We Grow Early Learning Centre Inc.They are open Monday to Friday, 6:30 am Karen, Stephanie and Amanda James areto 6 pm. the nurturing caregivers. Karen had workedFor 11 years, the staff of dedicated profes-for the previous owner for many years, andsionals has taken pride in offering a place when the centre was for sale, she decided towhere children can play, explore and learn at buy it, along with her daughters.their own development and pace. We needed to ensure that all our childrenThey are passionately committed to the 905-985-0800 had a place to learn and grow, Karen said.wellbeing of all children.399 Queen Street, Port Perry Where We Grow Early Learning Centre 44FOCUS - MAY 2023'