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 JĂłlabĂłkaflóðiĂ°. What is … [Read more...] about Jolabokaflod: Books and chocolates for a cozy Christmas Eve tradition
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
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
Make it a plan to sleep in on Black Friday and do your Holiday shopping at ChristmasFair Holiday Market at the Ohio Expo Center instead on Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 9 am - 4 pm, and Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 10 am - 4 pm. 150 artisans throughout the Midwest will be selling their … [Read more...] about ChristmasFair Holiday Market 2025
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
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
Celebrate holiday fun, shopping, tastes, sights, and sounds on High Street in the Short North with Holiday Hop and Holiday Trail! Short North Hops on High Holiday Hop On Saturday December 6, 2025 from 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., celebrate the art + soul of the holiday season during the biggest … [Read more...] about Short North Holiday Hop and Holiday Trails
Shop local with up and coming artists at the CCAD Art Fair & Marketplace on Saturday, December 6, 2025. 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
Do your Christmas shopping at Hollyfest Arts & Crafts Show at Hilliard Davidson High School on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. This annual craft show features 115+ crafters selling handmade items, including toys, clothing, accessories, decorative items, food items, OSU … [Read more...] about Hollyfest Arts and Crafts Show in Hilliard with pet photos with Santa
There are never too many Amazon Prime Days, and now the retail giant is has added Amazon Prime Day on October 7-8, 2025. Amazon Prime Day offers big savings and similar to Black Friday. Start your holiday shopping now! You'll find deep discounts on electronics, games, TVs, smart … [Read more...] about Get huge deals on Amazon Prime Day
Wendy’s is offering their Halloween Frosty Boo Books again this year! For $1, get a booklet of 5 coupons for free Jr. Frosty’s, plus a bonus coupon for a $1.99 kids' meal! For a limited time, every Kids’ Meal comes with one of 6 NEW Frosty Fright figures. Wendy's Frosty Boo … [Read more...] about BOO! Wendy’s Frosty Boo Books: 5 Frosty’s for $1 (plus a $1.99 Kids’ Meal coupon)
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 15 and it’s time to start thinking about how you want to show appreciation for the favorite dads in your life. We've gathered some Father's Day gift ideas to help you come up with something Dad will love! Most dads would appreciate some family time and a good meal … [Read more...] about Father’s Day gift ideas
The German Village Garten Club hosts their annual GartenMarkt every May just in time for Mother's Day. The sale returns as an in-person market this year, with online presale available as well! Pick up plants, flowers, and decorations for your garden, or talk to experts about how to create the … [Read more...] about German Village GartenMarkt Plant Sale
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