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
Shop local with up and coming artists at the CCAD Art Fair & Marketplace on Saturday, December 7, 2024. The shopping event is at Columbus College of Art & Design, Loann Crane Center for Design, 112 Cleveland Ave. from 9 am - 2 pm. You’ll find unique and amazing art … [Read more...] about Holiday shopping at CCAD Art Fair & Marketplace
Wicked is the first professional musical that I attended - many, many years ago at Ohio Theatre. I had no idea what to expect, but I LOVED it. I loved Ohio Theatre, I loved the production, and I loved the whole experience. Needless to say, I'm VERY excited for the movie version of Wicked . … [Read more...] about Exclusive early screening of Wicked, and Wicked gifts on Amazon that I’m obsessed with
Advent calendars are one of my kids' favorite Christmas traditions. We've done a variety of options over the years, including legos, puzzles, crafts, and toys. We also have reusable cloth option with pockets where I can add things for each day (candy, lip balm, planned activity, etc). So yes, we … [Read more...] about Awesome Advent Calendars for the whole family
Finish up your holiday shopping with a weekend of the annual holiday market, Festivus, A Holiday Market Extravaganza from Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 12PM - 8PM. Festivus is an annual holiday market in Franklinton. This is the perfect opportunity to support local artists and makers … [Read more...] about Festivus Holiday Market in Franklinton
Shop hundreds of vendors in one place this holiday season at Columbus Winterfair at the Ohio Expo Center. You'll find makers and vendors selling art, jewelry, crafts, clothing, decorations, and more from December 5-7, 2025. Do your artful shopping at Winterfair! Meet the artists who create … [Read more...] about Columbus Winterfair at Ohio Expo Center
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
Looking for the best Black Friday deals? You don't have to wait until Black Friday....Amazon is releasing deals now! Do your shopping now, and spend Black Friday with your family or friends instead! Audible Love audio books? Get your first 3 months for $0.99/month. As a special Black … [Read more...] about Best Black Friday deals at Amazon
Finding the perfect gift for that special someone in our lives can be challenging, especially when they already have everything. So how do we avoid adding to the clutter and give a gift that creates lasting memories? Experience gifts! Central Ohio offers some amazing experiences of art, … [Read more...] about Gift Guide: Create Memories with Experience Gifts around Ohio
Every year I struggle with what gifts to get my parents. They are HARD to buy for (whether its Christmas, birthdays, or their anniversary), because if they need something, they buy it. It takes more thought to come up with what they need (but don't know they need), or what I know they'd … [Read more...] about Great gifts for your parents or grandparents
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
Board games make great gifts for all ages! Amazon has a HUGE board game sale going on right now, so it's the perfect time to stock up for birthday and holiday gifts, party games, or chilly winter evenings at your house! You'll find board games on sale for all ages, and of all varieties - … [Read more...] about Huge board game sale for all ages
Getaway Brewing Company, located on N. High Street in Dublin, is offering a special deal on its Greenhouse at Getaway, a perfect space to accommodate parties of 15 to 35 people for corporate or personal holiday gatherings. For all of November and December, the Greenhouse is free to rent … [Read more...] about Reserve the Greenhouse at Getaway Brewing for holiday parties, and buy Beer Bonds!
If you're looking to buy a gift for someone who likes to cook or bake, this list of affordable kitchen gift ideas will help you pick out something unique or useful. I own many of these items myself and use them on a regular enough basis that I think they are worth the space in my cupboard … [Read more...] about Inexpensive Kitchen Gift Ideas
Join Eleventh Candle Co. as we make an attempt to make history, breaking the world record for the most candles hand-poured in a day! Stop by and pour your own unique scent on November 10 from 11 am - 5 pm for 15 minutes or stay for the whole day and be a part of history! These candles smell … [Read more...] about Eleventh Candle Co. World Record Event
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