holidays

Shop Local For Mother’s Day

Ah, Mother's Day. The day you give back to the woman who has given you so much. If you're interested in shopping local, we've put together a short list of unique gift items available from... more »

What Moms *Really* Want for Mother’s Day. No, It’s Not a Calculator or Can Opener

From handmade to store-bought, the Castro Valley Moms Council discuss the do's and don'ts on Mother's Day gifts. And don't forget, Mother's Day this year falls on May 8.Let's face it, finding the right gift... more »

Look Ma! No Candy

When filling Easter baskets for the youngsters in your life, don't limit yourself to chocolate bunnies, marshmallow chicks and candy eggs.That's the advice from some Shoals retailers who have been busy the past few weeks... more »

Retailers Expect A Happy Easter

Even though Easter falls later on the calendar this year — April 24 — retailers are expecting to see sales hopping. Total Easter spending is expected to increase 13 percent to $14.7 billion this year,... more »

Kurt Adler To Launch New Line Of Beatles Yellow Submarine Collectible Ornaments

Kurt S. Adler—the leader in holiday decorations for 65 years—is proud and excited to announce a licensing agreement with Apple Corps Ltd. brokered by Live Nation Merchandise, The Beatles North American Licensing Agent. This new... more »

Family Traditions Made One Step Easier To Start And Complete

Sutton, Massachusetts - When entering the spring and summer months, many do not think about family owned Vaillancourt Folk Art who has made a name for themselves nationally in the Christmas industry. This is changing... more »

Ginty Sisters Honor Heritage With Popular Gift Shop

Ginty's Irish Gifts was born after Kathleen Ginty Hyland, of Morris Township, returned from her first trip to Ireland 30 years ago. She jokingly mentioned to her husband that she'd like to own a gift... more »

Irish Specialty Shop Has Deep Roots in Oak Lawn

In just a few days, Americans will join the international community in celebrating one of the world's most public festivals, St. Patrick's Day. On March 17, people who are not Irish pretend they are while... more »