Our Favorite Gifts for Kids

Fingerlings Baby Monkies Ok, I won’t say this is my favorite, but it is a favorite for my daughter. When I first heard about these, I couldn’t understand how a small plastic monkey could be worth $50. Then my 2nd grader explained to me that they blink, turn their heads and respond to sound and motion. They know when they […]

8 Gift Ideas: Beyond Toys!

1. Get Tickets to a Show. Every year, my kids ask for gift cards for Ticketmaster from all the grandparents. My kids LOVE seeing shows but at $150-200 a pop, it adds up quick with a family of 5. This gives us a chance to see a show and get better seats than we might normally purchase […]

Teachers Reveal Their Favorite Gifts

I love teachers. I could never do what they do. Even though I love kids, imparting knowledge to them ranks right behind getting a pap smear. They are so squirmy, always want to make a comment having little to do with the lesson, and I find it very hard to yell at other people’s kids. […]

My Kind of Advent Calendar

I wish I’d seen this a little sooner, but heck, I can catch up. Virgin launched a boozy wine calendar this year. Now, this is my kind of calendar: Behind each window, you’ll find a large glass-sized bottle of boutique wine. They say you can expect the “best customer-rated wines” from around the globe, including 10 reds, 10 […]

15+ Gifts Under $50 That Feel Good to Give…and Receive.

I decided to create more than one list this year. So after you check out my "Under $50" list, you can peruse "Gifts $100 and Under That Feel Good to Give & Receive" and Stocking Stuffers That Feel Good to Give.

Natalie’s Holiday Wish List!

This holiday season there are definitely a few things that I have been picking up for family and friends that I secretly have been wishing for myself. Some are a little pricier than others. Some could be little socking stuffers or a housewarming gift. Mahabis Slippers I came across these slippers online, and wish I […]

Heather’s Holiday Wish List

Check out Heather's wish list and see if helps you come up with a few ideas for yourself or others.

Our Tips Staff Shares Their Wish Lists

Do you need a few ideas for presents? Check out our TipsFromTown editor's and tipster's picks. Some are extravagant and others are reasonable. There is something in every budget!

Tammy’s Holiday Wishlist

Hey Santa, here is my wish list this year.

Mason Jar Snow Globes

DIY Christmas and holiday snowglobes in mason jars and vintage glass jars. These make a great project to do with the kids and they make wonderful gifts!