Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Guest Post: Goodshop for Nepal with these 3 Stores

Enjoy this guest post with information on how you can contribute to a great cause while doing something you probably love (I know I do) - shopping!


GOODSHOP FOR NEPAL WITH THESE THREE STORES

Feeling stuck about how to contribute to the post-earthquake reconstruction efforts in Nepal? You’re not the only one. That’s why a bunch of online stores have decided to partner with non-profits to help fundraise Nepal Relief Funds. If you shop these socially conscious stores through Goodshop, a coupons-for-good website, you can help them raise additional donations. Make sure to select the non-profit you’d like to support on Goodshop before shopping, so that they know where to send the donations you raise just by clicking through their website to one of these stores:


LORD AND TAYLOR



The American Red Cross is one of the most trusted non-profits out there. They are first responders in the case of crisis and partner with many stores to fundraise during times of disaster, like Lord & Taylor. If you shop at Lord & Taylor through Goodshop, an additional 2.5% of your purchase can be donated to the American Red Cross.


URBAN OUTFITTERS



Urban Outfitters is fundraising for Waves For Water to provide access to clean water by distributing portable water systems to community centers, refugee camps, and individual families within the disaster zone. Goodshop will donate an additional 6% of any Urban Outfitters purchase to support non-profits providing clean water to the people of Nepal.


MOUNTAIN HARDWARE




Mountain Hardwear partnered with other Columbia Sportswear brands to support earthquake relief efforts with donations to several non-profits including UNICEF. You can aid their donations by Goodshopping at Mountain Hardwear. Goodshop will donate an additional 3% of your purchase towards earthquake relief.

There are thousands of other stores that have partnered with Goodshop to raise donations for non-profits helping the Nepalese. Just signup and select a trusted non-profit, like Oxfam America, Americares Foundation, or World Vision to start making an impact!

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Thanks, Kelly!

Thursday, April 2, 2015

Spring Shopping Fun on Amazon.com

Another season, another Amazon.com window shopping session... Who doesn't love a good reason to shop?! I love Spring, too. It's definitely my favorite season.

The first thing I think of when Spring comes around is the perfect springtime dress. Whether it's flowy, bright, bold or fitted, if it's light-weight and light-hearted you're in business. Here are a few picks:











I sure do love Spring... While looking at these pretty dresses I started thinking about the accessories to pair with them. Here's what I found:










Not sure if I mentioned that I love springtime. Spring is a great time for walking, smelling flowers and shopping, isn't it?

Do you have your eye on any springtime wear?
-b

Just an FYI: this post features Amazon affiliate links.

Sunday, March 29, 2015

Habitat OC ReStores Monday March Madness Sale

This sale has us excited for Monday!! Habitat for Humanity of Orange County ReStores in Anaheim and Santa Ana are offering amazing deals Monday, March 30th.

Expect 50% off the following:
  • sofas
  • loveseats
  • single chairs
  • lamps
  • tile
  • carpet rolls and padding
  • sinks
  • windows

Expect 25% off the following:
  • appliances
  • toilets
  • desks


Plus other great deals as marked in-store.


Anaheim Restore
Monday hours: 9am - 8pm
1656 Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92802


Santa Ana ReStore
Monday hours: 9am - 6pm
400 S. Village Way
Santa Ana, CA 92705





get saving and give back!
-b

Thursday, March 26, 2015

CitrusFest 2015 Anaheim Packing District March 28th

A yearly Orange County tradition, the Citrus Festival is back! This Saturday, March 28th from 12pm to 5pm don't miss this fun-filled afternoon at the Farmers Park in the Anaheim Packing District, Downtown Anaheim.

CitrusFest 2015 will feature free hayrides, free lemonade, kids crafts and games, a model railroad display, giveaways, citrus car parade, live entertainment and more. For the parents, enjoy a hard lemonade garden!

Live bands Blue Breeze Band and Amber Foxx will be performing their tangy tunes (couldn't resist...).

There's even a cook-off where amateur chefs from the area can make any special dish they choose as long as they include some elements of citrus.

Anaheim, CA 92805



Have a zesty time!
-b

Monday, February 16, 2015

2015 UVSA Tet Festival Feb 20-22

Having married a Vietnamese man I get to experience all of the fun and festivities associated with the Lunar New Year celebration of Tet. Each year we enjoy family gatherings, delicious food and lots of flowers and fresh fruit.

The Vietnamese community of Orange County is a culturally rich, thriving people that contribute much to the area. They also know how to celebrate.

The Union of the Vietnamese Student Associations of Southern California (UVSA) presents the 2015 UVSA Tet Festival at the OC Fair Grounds Friday, February 20th through to Sunday, February 22nd.

The cultural celebration includes:
  • Vietnamese Food
  • Traditional Ceremonies and Entertainment
  • A Cultural Village
  • Vendors
...and so much more!

Tickets are $5 online and $6 at the door.

Here's a video of last year's festivities:




88 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626






Chúc mừng năm mới!
-b