Guys can be hard to shop for. They either have want they want, don't know what they want, or don't know what they need. We've gathered some ideas for stocking stuffers and big and small gifts for guys of all ages. Check out a dozens of options at all price ranges! Audible Love audio … [Read more...] about Best gifts for guys – husbands, dads, brothers, sons
White Elephant gift exchanges, or as some call them, Yankee Swaps or Greed, are about as popular as ugly Christmas sweater parties. Gifts for these exchanges can be hard to choose because there are often a variety of people participating and you may have to gear the appropriateness around the … [Read more...] about Best White Elephant gift exchange ideas
Craft shows and festivals are a great place to do holiday shopping and to get in the spirit of the season. Buy local from talented artisans, crafters, and bakers, and give unique gifts that you won't find at a big box store. There are so many Holiday Art and Craft Festivals around Columbus … [Read more...] about Over 40 Holiday Art and Christmas Craft Festivals around Columbus
Sometimes it feels like the holidays are all about emptying your wallet. It doesn’t have to be that way. There are plenty of ways to save money on gifts, entertainment, and dining out through the holidays. I’ve gathered together some of my best tips – most having to do with shopping/gifts – … [Read more...] about Save Money on Gifts through the Holidays
The holiday are the season of giving, and many look for ways to give during the holidays to help those in need. With the last couple of years being particularly challenging for many, the need for giving is even higher. In addition, with people shopping online more than ever, Angel Trees, Toys for … [Read more...] about Ways to give during the holidays; adopt-a-family, toy drives, and more
If you shop online as much as I do, your delivery people and mail carrier earn their paychecks. As an extra thank you during the holidays, consider small gifts for mail carriers and delivery drivers. Nearly every day, one or more of the trucks drives down my driveway to bring a package or a … [Read more...] about Gifts for mail carriers and delivery drivers
Need a new streaming service to get you through the winter season? Paramount+ streaming service is offering a great Black Friday/Cyber Monday deal through December 2, 2025. New or former subscribers can get Paramount+ for $2.99 per month for their first 2 months instead of the … [Read more...] about Paramount+ Black Friday $2.99 offer through Dec 2
I think everyone can agree that its SO important to shop local this holiday season when possible. We're gathering a list featuring places to shop local in Columbus and surrounding areas to support area businesses. Most of these lists are compiled by visitors bureaus, chambers of … [Read more...] about Where to shop local in Columbus for the Holidays
LEGO sets are ALWAYS at the top of Christmas lists for kids, but they can be expensive! There are tons of LEGO sets on sale during the Amazon Black Friday sale, so now is the time to buy! LEGO products aren't just for kids though! There are so many sets that are perfect for teens and adults too, … [Read more...] about Black Friday LEGO sale on Amazon (up to 40% off!)
Looking for an experience gift for family or your favorite science lover? COSI is offering a special COSI Membership discount that counts for 2 years of Christmas gifts! For a limited time, you can buy or renew a COSI membership and get 2 years for the price of 1! COSI Membership Mania: Buy … [Read more...] about COSI Membership Discount: Buy one year, get one free
The Christmas season is such a rush of events, shopping, decorating, wrapping, prepping, cooking and socializing, that it can feel rushed and stressful. End the wind-up to the season with the peaceful and indulgent Christmas eve Icelandic tradition of Jólabókaflóðið. What is … [Read more...] about Jolabokaflod: Books and chocolates for a cozy Christmas Eve tradition
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
Love audio books (or want to give them a try)? Audible has a great limited time offer that is 90% off the original price! It's the perfect time of year to snuggle in for a good book, or listen while you're on the go during the holiday season. Limited time Audible deal Sign up for Audible … [Read more...] about Get 3 months of Audible for just .99 cents PLUS a $20 Audible credit
It's time to start purchasing your holiday gifts! We have a big list of local options in our Columbus Gift Guide to work through your shopping list! If you're waiting until Christmas Eve, make sure to check store hours, as smaller, local store may be closed or closing early. Merry … [Read more...] about Columbus Gift Guide for the Holiday season
Experience Clintonville is hosting its largest holiday shopping event with HolidayVille on Sunday, December 7, 2025. This annual event features neighborhood merchants participating with specials and promotions for a neighborhood party that'll help you shop your Christmas list and get in the … [Read more...] about Shop and celebrate local at HolidayVille in Clintonville
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