SCORES of shoppers comprising of mostly women were out on the streets of Georgetown to bargain hunt while some spouses and other male companions had no choice but to tag along to carry the bags.

Shoppers were not deterred with the scorching sun out in its full glory but instead took the time to complete their shopping list in getting much-needed household items including curtains, decorations among other things.

Among some shoppers was Nareefa Bacchus, who was with her mother and daughter at Footsteps branch located at Longden Street. She told the Guyana Chronicle she was making a purchase of new shoes for the little one.

She hails from Haruruni on the Soesdyke/Linden Highway and made the trip to the city to get some articles for the home in time for the festive season.

At America Street, this newspaper caught up Jermaine Haynes, who had just bought his son a tricycle at one of the stores in that area.

He said he went in the store, made his purchase and was out. Although the place was a bit crowded he managed to get what he was looking for without hassle.

On Avenue of the Republic, the Chronicle met Ebony (only name given). She was carrying shopping bags of purchases made and said she went to a few stores but got everything she was looking for.

There were shoppers in most wards of the city especially Regent, Robb, Water, Camp Streets and of course the markets as well the Vendors’ Arcade.

The Stabroek Market was a buzz of activities as vendors and shoppers were out in their numbers to bargain hunt and make good on deals.

The same could be said of Bourda Market where vendors told this newspaper that sales have picked up significantly since it is coming very close to Christmas and they foresee more spending.

The butcher shops were also crowded as folks tried to get their meats for the Pepperpot which is part of the traditional Guyanese Christmas.

Meanwhile, at Akash Variety Store the employees said they have had a very taxing day on Friday and shoppers are in and out the store since they opened for business that day.

All around the city, especially in the main shopping areas there were dozens of shoppers trying to get from one store to the next to get home in good time to complete last minute household chores.

The vendors that lined Water Street and the downtown areas of the pavement told the Guyana Chronicle that sales have picked up this week unlike the weeks gone by with Christmas upon us.

Some are hoping to make a few extra dollars while others just want their goods to be sold in time for the season so they can go home to their families.