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Art & craft shows in the Puget Sound region

The Puget Sound region boasts a thriving visual arts community. Throughout the year, you can tap into the local arts scene at art festivals, craft fairs, and makers markets in cities and venues all around the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. At these arts and crafts events, you'll find primarily locally made … [Read more...] about Art & craft shows in the Puget Sound region

JBF consignment sales of children’s & maternity

Just Between Friends (JBF) consignment sales are a savvy consumer's dream. No wonder, JBF are North America's leading children's and maternity consignment sales events. At a JBF event, you can buy or sell clothing, toys, baby equipment, strollers, high chairs, cribs, joggers, nursery gear, maternity wear, baby … [Read more...] about JBF consignment sales of children’s & maternity

Outlet malls in Seattle and around Puget Sound

From north to south, these are the major outlet malls in the Puget Sound region, offering plenty of shopping and food options for a day of browsing and saving every day. All stores typically offer special sales on holiday weekends throughout the year, including Labor Day weekend, fourth of July, Memorial Day, and … [Read more...] about Outlet malls in Seattle and around Puget Sound

Our big list of Home & Garden shows

Home shows offer a day of leisurely shopping, where you can compare home and garden improvement needs, or compile a dream list of future home building ideas or remodeling projects. Home & garden shows have all the experts in one place for anything you may need for the home or garden. Home remodeling experts and … [Read more...] about Our big list of Home & Garden shows

Best things to buy in July

Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to the next. Here are the shopping highlights for July in in Seattle-Tacoma area stores. July Holidays & Special Events July 4, 2019: Independence Day. Where to see 4th of July fireworks in … [Read more...] about Best things to buy in July

Best things to buy in June

Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to the next. Here are the shopping highlights for June in Seattle-Tacoma area stores. Some key events happening in June include Father's Day (third Sunday) and Pride festivals. June Holidays & … [Read more...] about Best things to buy in June

Garage sale finder map and calendar

Seattle garage sale and yard sale “season” is generally May-September. However, at any time of year, people can hold moving sales, estate sales, and consignment sales. So check our calendar list of upcoming sales below. If treasure hunting is a favorite activity, you can check our calendar list or use the garage … [Read more...] about Garage sale finder map and calendar

Best retailers for gift ideas, party supplies, holiday decor

Here are the best places to buy gifts in the Puget Sound region. Our list focuses on local retailers with a variety of products for every occasion and gift recipient on your list. These shopping sources feature unique gifts for every special occasion, from Valentine's Day to Christmas and graduation to retirement. Many … [Read more...] about Best retailers for gift ideas, party supplies, holiday decor

Best things to buy in May

Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to the next. Here are the shopping highlights for May in in Seattle-Tacoma area stores. Some key events happening in May include opening day of the boating season (first Saturday), Mother's Day … [Read more...] about Best things to buy in May

Free formal dresses for Seattle-Tacoma teens

Do you need a beautiful dress for prom, homecoming, or your  quinceañera? The Ruby Room is a nonprofit organization providing formal attire to teens in financial need across the State of Washington, enabling them to participate in high school milestone events. Teens come from across the state to receive a … [Read more...] about Free formal dresses for Seattle-Tacoma teens

Best Seattle wedding gift registries and tips

If you are a Seattle are couple planning your nuptials, our wedding gift registry list features some uniquely Seattle choices, as well as some wedding gift ideas that are a bit outside the box. Of course, we include a list of popular wedding gift registry sites that many couples across the country consider when … [Read more...] about Best Seattle wedding gift registries and tips

Surplus stores, auctions, salvage, and recycled materials

At surplus stores and auctions, you can find new as well as used office supplies and equipment, plus military and army surplus gear, and many common and useful items. You can also find unusual or unexpected equipment and antiques. You just never know what to expect. Some surplus stores offer online catalogs or … [Read more...] about Surplus stores, auctions, salvage, and recycled materials

Best things to buy in April

Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to the next. Here are the shopping highlights for Aril in Seattle-Tacoma area stores. Income taxes are due April 15, though if you are getting a return, filing as early as possible is to your … [Read more...] about Best things to buy in April

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