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Get the HBO Max subscription deal — just $2.99 per month

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Winter is great time to try out a different streaming service. HBO Max, now formally rebranded as Max, has an awesome Black Friday deal to make it more affordable! Now through December 2, 2024, you can get a six-month subscription to Max for just $2.99 per month.    Stream … [Read more...] about Get the HBO Max subscription deal — just $2.99 per month

Free and cheap things to do with family over Christmas in Columbus

If you're hosting overnight guests over Christmas, make sure you show them some gems in our city! Here are some FREE and cheap ways to keep them entertained, and give them a taste of Cbus. Don’t miss any upcoming deals by subscribing to Columbus on the Cheap’s daily emails, and … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do with family over Christmas in Columbus

Hulu Black Friday deal: 99 cents/mo for 12 months

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Watching more TV this year, or running out of shows to watch? The best deal on Hulu is this Thanksgiving/Black Friday/Cyber Monday 2024, so it's a great time to cancel other subscriptions and try out Hulu!   New subscribers or eligible returning subscribers can get Hulu for $0.99/month … [Read more...] about Hulu Black Friday deal: 99 cents/mo for 12 months

Free Christmas activities in Columbus and Central Ohio

The holidays are expensive, but enjoying the season doesn't have to be. There are so FREE Christmas activities in Columbus and around Central Ohio that you can fill your holiday calendar without spending putting a dent in your budget.  From Christmas parades and community celebrations, … [Read more...] about Free Christmas activities in Columbus and Central Ohio

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Fun activities to celebrate Christmas for adults in Columbus

A lot of Christmas fun revolves around children - but there are a lot of fun activities celebrating Christmas for adults too! Don't have kids, have a sitter, or are your kids grown? There are plenty of Christmas activities around Columbus that don't revolve around kids!  Some fun … [Read more...] about Fun activities to celebrate Christmas for adults in Columbus

Holiday gift card bonus offers: something for them, and a bonus for you!

Time is running out for holiday shopping, and you can cross off some of your holiday shopping list with gift card purchases.  No one will complain about a gift of a free meal or shopping, and there's a bonus in there for you!  Many local and national restaurants and retailers offer … [Read more...] about Holiday gift card bonus offers: something for them, and a bonus for you!

Gifts of the Craftsmen Sale at Ohio Craft Museum

If you’re into handmade gifts, fine art, and crafts, you must visit the Ohio Craft Museum in Grandview Heights for holiday gifts at the Gifts of the Craftsmen Holiday Exhibition and Sale from November 3 through December 23, 2024.  This sale features one-of-a-kind and … [Read more...] about Gifts of the Craftsmen Sale at Ohio Craft Museum

Holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library

Enjoy the holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library, including Letters to Santa, holiday-themed story festivals, and more. Letters to Santa with GHPL Send a letter to Santa and let him know your holiday wishes starting November 25! You can use holiday templates provided by the library, or … [Read more...] about Holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library

Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties

With the cold and/or wet weather, it's harder to get the kids outside to run off energy. Head to Skate Zone 71 and let them skate off their energy. They offer skate sessions most days and have a bunch of holiday and winter break sessions with special guests, as well as other deals. Best yet, … [Read more...] about Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties

Huge list of Christmas Stocking Stuffers

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There is still time to grab some grab stocking stuffers! Many of these things are available via Amazon or at local stores! Christmas stockings have always been one of my favorite things about Christmas Day.  Stocking Memories Growing up, we were allowed to get up as early as we wanted, … [Read more...] about Huge list of Christmas Stocking Stuffers

Central Ohio Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House

Central Ohio Model Railroad Club is hosting Holiday Weekends with Model Trains starting Thanksgiving weekend. Central Ohio Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House The annual holiday open house with COMRC starts on Friday, November 29, 2024, and runs every Saturday and Sunday through … [Read more...] about Central Ohio Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House

OSU Chadwick Arboretum Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk

The OSU Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens celebrates midwinter with the Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk. Start your solstice celebration with a tour of the Chadwick Arboretum Conifer Collection before joining the annual Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk! Enjoy an open fire, … [Read more...] about OSU Chadwick Arboretum Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk

Christmas at Carfagnas, and other events through the year

Originating in 1937, Carfagna's has long been a Columbus staple for the best meats, Italian deli, specialty food products, and more. Since moving to 1440 Gemini Place and transforming into Carfagna’s Market & Ristorante, they are now an immersive Italian experience with a Market, Butcher shop, … [Read more...] about Christmas at Carfagnas, and other events through the year

Pickerington Holiday Spirit: Shopping, Tree Lighting, breakfast with Santa, and more

Pickerington is full of Christmas spirit throughout the Christmas season, with shopping, Pickerington Holiday Gathering and Tree lighting, and more.  Pickerington Village Shop Hop 2nd Thursday of each month, 4 pm - 8 pm Thursday, November 14, 2024 Thursday, December 12, 2024 All … [Read more...] about Pickerington Holiday Spirit: Shopping, Tree Lighting, breakfast with Santa, and more

Get Rakuten Ebates Cash back for Online Shopping

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It's time to start your holiday shopping, and you can earn cash back for shopping at your favorite stores by going through Rakuten (f.k.a. Ebates) - no strings attached!  Thousands of stores participate with 1-25% cash back on your whole order, plus you'll usually find coupon codes that may … [Read more...] about Get Rakuten Ebates Cash back for Online Shopping

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