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Those who know and understand how to create great barbecue also know that you just can’t get it without the aid of a great smoker. A smoker, basically, will cook at a slower pace, using lower cooking temperatures, and will...

►    All hot tub pricing has been removed from our website because of a complaint from another Marquis dealer that we were $2,000 cheaper than they were.  We put up a temporary page while we argue, but we will probably...

Breezesta sells very well for us as long as we show all of the items indoors and not outdoors in the pool park so we will keep as many items inside as we can.  We did not have any new...

►    April store hours start Sunday, March 29:  Sunday 11-5, Mon-Fri 10-8, Sat. 10-5.  That’s opening an hour earlier on Sunday, and closing 2 hours later Mon-Wed.  Spring is here. ►    The Big Sale starts Sunday, March 29:  “April Pre-Seasonal...

Is it time to upgrade your outdoor living space? Is it time to create a new home for that new patio furniture? An outdoor living space can add value to both your life and your home and there are so...

►    Submitted by Mia: We have a vinyl cover made for a Soft Tub in stock. We are selling this for ½ off regular price! This could be perfect for some of the new intex spas out there. Keep it...

This year there will not be a lot of changes with Tropitone.  Last September Tropitone was sold to the same equity company that owns Brown Jordan International.  Brown Jordan is a very popular high end outdoor furniture manufacturer that makes...

►    Customer Feedback: Customer Todd R., of Hudson, NH stated that his general shopping experience with us was Excellent.  “Roz – super helpful, not pushy, confident, and funny.”  Did any of our team members do an unusually good job?  “Roz...

Many businesses, large and small, have begun incorporating game rooms into their businesses. Many companies are discovering that having a separate game room containing pool tables and such are helping their employees deal more effectively with stress. They are, also,...

►    Of particular note in sales this month is the awning sale:  FREE INSTALLATION within 25 miles, or add for mileage only, beyond 25 miles. ►    We are adding color photos and descriptions of our stock hot tubs to the...

Everyone, from time to time, has seen those circular or diamond shapes that rest easily on top of the rails of your pool table. Many mistakenly believe that they are there merely to enhance the appearance of the pool table....

Deciding to purchase a new hot tub can be one of the best moves you can make for yourself and your family. The health benefits are well known and the simple enjoyment of a hot tub can bring added value...

►    The Complete Spa Package has been updated with new step colors, a reminder of what colors go with what (they don’t make matching Celebrity steps), discounts on discontinued steps, etc.  Every page got something new.  We now have only...

►    Customer Feedback:  Customer Bob St. C., from Hudson, NH sent in a comment card.  Did any of our team members do an unusually good job?  “Yes, Roz extended special time and effort to contact supplier for availability of a...

The things we do can have a great impact on the health of the overall environment and even your bar can employ certain strategies for staying “green” and as environmentally friendly as possible. When you head out to your favorite...

►    We solved the problem of some of our pool tables being priced too low to put online.  We put a price list on the stock pool tables page of our website.  On the under-priced tables, we added a note...

►    Another new Marquis Financing Sale starts Monday, February 9th (no, not Sunday – Monday!).  Details will be on the back of the sale sheet.  It’s not any more “free” than our other Wells Fargo financing – it’s still a...

►    Advertising and weekly specials change Sunday, February 1st:  “Relax at Home”. This month’s color is purple.  The only department promotions that change a lot, are Hot Tubs and Game Tables.  There are also some new sales in Patio Furniture...

Playing the perfect host or hostess requires planning and, of course, the right tools. Your bar can be a gathering place for friends and family so ensure a great time by all by having on hand some of these must...

►    Customer Feedback:  A Seasonal Specialty Stores Report Card was received from customer Gil B., of Nashua, NH.  Sales help, operations, communication, and product performance were all rated Excellent.  Did any of our team members do an unusually good job? ...

When the grandchildren are over for a visit you want to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable time. One of the attractions for them will undoubtedly be your new hot tub or spa. Also, you may have taken...

►    Good luck and thank you to Patrick and Ann A., who will be representing us at the New Hampshire Home Design Awards.  We are not up for an award; we are sponsoring the Outdoor Design Award.  And they will...

►    There were 43 One-of-These Awards last month; two for Customer Service.  By himself, Joe received almost 30% of them!  Finalists were Joe, Mia, and Patrick.  Owner’s Choice was Joe.  Drawing winner was Joe.  Congratulations to all. ►    Stephanie has...

►    Have a great time at the dinner and Wrap Party tonight.  Don’t drink and drive.  Based on the weather report right now, we will have dinner at Country Tavern, but might not come back to the store after that.  We...

►    Happy Birthday to Tod on Saturday, January 3rd. ►    Happy 25th Anniversary to Tod on Saturday, January 3rd. ►    We switched the Energy Miser signs on the hot tubs to Velcro, so it will be easy to hand it...

►    New advertising and weekly specials start Sunday, December 21:  “Seasonal Greetings” ►    Happy Birthday to Jeanne on Sunday, December 21. ►    Remember, we close at 3PM on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.  We are closed Christmas Day and...

►    New advertising starts Sunday, December 14:  “Family Gifts”. Everything else continues from last week. ►    Happy Birthday to Joe, Friday, December 19. ►    Pat recently sent you a memo on consistently scheduling jobs for Mr. Cues.  A hint:  the...

►    There were 21 One-of-These Awards last month; four for Customer Service.  Finalists were Kristine, Joe, Mia, and Patrick.  Owner’s Choice was Patrick, and the drawing winner was Allison.  Congratulations to all.                ►    Happy Birthday, Kristine, on December 8th....

►    Customer Feedback:   A customer with the last name of Steele, from Wilton, NH stated that their general shopping experience with us was Excellent.  “Because our pool broke after 17 years of use, we went back to Seasonal and we...

You have just purchased and set up your new hot tub. The pleasure and the serenity await you and you can’t wait to enjoy it. However, there are a few safety and health considerations to keep in mind before you...

►    Customer Feedback:   A Seasonal Service and Repair Report Card was received from Glenn W.  in Hollis, NH who had a service call on his pool filter.  He rated us Excellent on all points.  “Initial call handled expediently.  Prompt return...

►    Customer Feedback: Customer Whitman from Nashua rated our communication as excellent, our product performance was good, and would recommend us to a friend.  As far as what we do really well: “Friendly and very helpful. First time pool owner....