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
Do your Christmas shopping at Hollyfest Arts & Crafts Show at Hilliard Davidson High School on Saturday, December 7, 2024 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
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 18, 2023 from 9 am - 4 pm, and Sunday, November 19, 2023 from 10 am - 4 pm. 150 artisans throughout the Midwest will be selling their … [Read more...] about ChristmasFair Holiday Market 2023
It can be SO hard to pick out teen gifts! Whether your teen is VSCO, sporty, preppy, emo, or into art, theatre, music, school - or a mix of the above, we've got a teen gift guide for you! Whether you're looking for a "main" gift, or smaller filler items, we have all price points covered. If some … [Read more...] about Teen Gifts for Christmas, Birthdays, and more!
Don't miss the annual Craftin' Outlaws Winter Marketplace on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at the Columbus Museum of Art. There will be 30 artists from around the Midwest with handmade items perfect for holiday shopping. Buy objects crafted with care from the creatives who make … [Read more...] about Craftin’ Outlaws Winter Marketplace at CMA
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 6-8, 2024. Do your artful shopping at Winterfair! Meet the artists who create … [Read more...] about Columbus Winterfair at Ohio Expo Center
Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church in Upper Arlington hosts a Culture and Artisans’ Fair on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 10 am to 3 pm. Culture and Artisans’ Fair at St. Mark's Artisans are selling handmade items from all over the world. Enjoy food, music, and an opportunity to interact with the … [Read more...] about Culture and Artisans’ Fair at Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church
Don't buy the same old Mother's Day gifts, like flowers, chocolates, candles, or wine. Instead, you can give her Frank Sinatra, Alexander Hamilton, the Mona Lisa, and hundreds of other exciting topics for Mother's Day with One Day U. It won't cost much more than a bouquet and box of candy, and it'll … [Read more...] about Give mom the gift of learning with One Day University
Note: Not Currently scheduled for 2022. On Saturday, February 1, 2020, from 12-5 p.m. the Westerville Sunrise Rotary Club is presenting a delicious and fun fundraiser for local children’s charities. The Chilly Open will be held at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, with 100% … [Read more...] about The Chilly Open at the Columbus Zoo
Do you know someone who has been working hard to make our lives easier and safer during this time? Send them some love with a free SNICKERS® bar for essential workers offer. Do you have a family member, friend, or neighbor who is an essential worker? Surprise them with a free SNICKERS® bar as … [Read more...] about Free SNICKERS® bar for essential workers
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
Made LOCAL Marketplace is a unique arts and crafts show featuring over 100 local vendors. Pick up gifts for Mother's Day, Father's Day, Graduations, or just for yourself at the Spring Show, which will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Swan Lake Event Center from 9:00 am - … [Read more...] about Made LOCAL Marketplace Spring Show
You may have heard of Dollar Shave Club, which is a subscription service that offers inexpensive, but good razors delivered to your door. You can get your razors for even cheaper without the commitment of a subscription by ordering directly from the supplier of DSC, Dorco USA. Dorco offers … [Read more...] about Dorco USA Razors instead of Dollar Shave Club
Want to play real life Mario Kart? A Mario-themed go-kart race is coming to Columbus and Cincinnati in early 2019, and tickets go on sale on Friday! This will basically be the best Christmas present you could buy for a Mario fan (or yourself)! Dress up at you favorite character and drive around a … [Read more...] about Tickets for Mario Kart-themed race on sale Friday!
Christmas is a time that always reminds me why I have Amazon Prime. I order from Amazon year round, but 75% of my Christmas gifts are ordered from Amazon. I have 2 small kids at home...shopping at a store isn't fun. I love Prime because if I see a gift for someone, I can just order … [Read more...] about It’s the time for Amazon Prime Free Trial
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