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happy heart day gift ideas
I think that if you're lucky to have someone special in your life, you should treat every day like it's St. Valentine's Day. But I do like the ceremony of the so-called Hallmark holiday -- exchanging small tokens of affection, enjoying a quiet dinner...
very last minute tax-deductible giving
Tomorrow's the last day of 2008 and also the last day to make tax-deductible donations to your favorite cause for this tax year. Here are a few of my favorites that I've given to over the years, hopefully you will adopt them, too.Green for AllIf you ...
more last minute gift ideas
Still have a few people on your list and not sure what to get them? You'll find unique, locally made pottery at Earthworks on the Upper East Side. There are terrific potters there who make quality, very reasonably priced pottery.Earthworks1705 First ...
another great holiday gift idea
And this one is absolutely free. Give the gift of carbon neutrality! In fact, it's so easy I'm giving it to you right now.Click below to claim your gift of from Brighter Planet's One Day of Carbon Neutrality:Don't forget to pass it on to your family ...
last minute local shopping
This weekend at the Brooklyn Lyceum (227 4th Ave), get all of your last minute shopping done at their 1st (and hopefully not last) Artisans' Craft Market. Over 65 vendors will be peddling their goods. Plus, there'll be refreshments and tunes to keep ...
sustainable stocking stuffers at let's go green
Get everyone on your list some really useful stocking stuffers -- low-flow shower heads, anyone?Let's Go Green has all the eco efficient goods....
make fun: holiday gifts diy
Are you the crafty sort who likes to make gifts instead of buy them? Well here's your chance to put that personal touch into your holiday presents. It's Make Fun, the holiday gift making party. Check it out!MAKE FUNThis holiday season, don't buy anyt...
more philanthropic gift giving
Here are some more ideas for giving charitable donations in place of gifts that will end up being returned, exchanged, regifted, or -- worse -- thrown away this holiday season.A gift of $25 or more entitles your recipient to full membership benefits,...
holiday craft fairs
What's better than unique handmade goodies for your nearest and dearest this holiday season? Okay, maybe a trip to Bali would be nice -- but I think this is the next best thing: a gift from an NYC craft fair. [via Brooklyn Based] SAT 12/13: 11am-5pmD...
eko-lab sample sale
This weekend at 121 Ludlow St check out the holiday gift and sample sale brought to you by Ekovaruhuset, aka Eko-Lab. Terrific fair-trade organic cotton goods as well as crochet lessons and refreshments... Check it out!We at Eko-Lab your local sustai...
the gift of time
Unclutterer, a blog that helps people like me (the chronically cluttered) get organized has a great post on one of the most environmentally responsible gifts you could ever give: your time. Oh, and it doesn't cost you any money.Here's a taste:The gi...
handmade craft fair this sunday
This Sunday from noon to 7pm at 3rd Ward (195 Morgan Ave, corner of Stagg St, East Williamsburg) get your local/handmade/one-of-a-kind shop on...Browse the handmade goods & treats of over 50 local artisans, craft mavens & culinary masters inc...
creative wrapping: furoshiki
When I was a kid I would rip open a gift with abandon, caring little what happened to the wrapping paper. It was agonizing to watch those people with the opposite approach, slowly and gently unwrapping, taking the utmost care not to tear the paper.Bu...
eco holiday gift guide: for dad
Dad -- he's usually the one who has everything. Hopefully, you can surprise him with one of these green gifts.Under $100Casio Men's G-Shock Solar Atomic Watch #GW500AJP-1AV$99 at AmazonBlack & Decker NHT518-1 18-Volt Cordless Electric Hedge Trimm...
local holiday shopping
There are a lot of great holiday shopping options right here in NYC that support local and/or sustainable artisans. Avoid the madness of big box shopping and keep it local. Check 'em out:Sustainable NYC139 Avenue A (@ 9th St)They've got more sustain...
eco holiday gift guide: for the philanthropist
You know who they are, the person who says "I don't want any gifts, please!" Honor their wishes and get them the gift of compassion and good will.Heifer InternationalGift a goat (or other charitable gift) for a family in needOxfam UnwrappedInvest in ...
eco holiday gift guide: for mom
Whether she's a new mom or a grandmom, these gifts will warm her earth-lovin' heart.Under $100Lambswool Wrap - NaturalOn sale $95at VivaTerraBeaded Scarf - Copper$78 at VivaTerraUnder $75Cozy Knit Slipper Booties$69 at VivaTerraBetty Bag by Keen(othe...
