The Matilda Jane clothing show that was scheduled for Saturday, August 28 has been postponed until September 12 at 1pm.  Same location.

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It’s August 2.  Summer vacation is winding down.  I think I am more excited about the start of the school year than my kids are, but that is just because I *loved* school when I was a kid.  Loved it.  Every grade K - 12.  Except for 3rd grade when we had to learn the multiplication tables.  Hated that.  It was a major struggle.  Those timed tests sucked, and I had to take them over and over until I could do 50 problems in a minute making 96 or better.  That really sucked.  I managed to survive it, and after that, I turned into something of a math whiz until Calculus in college.  That kicked my ass all over again, and I quietly bowed out of the math scene at that point.  Why am I telling you this?  No idea.  But I love school and August is the official month for back to school activities.

If you missed the Back To School bash at K.D.’s Treehouse on Saturday, you missed a good time.  There are still some great (and I mean GREAT) deals to be found there, which you can take advantage of this weekend at the Devine Street Art Stroll & Sidewalk Sale.  Saturday, August 7th. 9am - 6pm.

Mark your calendars for August 14th at 10am for the next installment of the Nickelodeon’s Family Film Series hosted by local kindie rockers, Lunch Money!  This month’s theme is Places: Africa!  The half-hour film being shown is called My Pen Pal: An African Adventure, which tells the story of a 10 year-old California girl who travels to Tanzania to meet her pen pal. Lunch Money will fill the other half hour with songs and silliness.  Join us!

Friday, August 20th is a Back to School PJ Party at Tag It Art.  Call today to reserve a space for your child(ren) while you get out for the evening.   6:30 - 9:00pm.  $26.  Space is limited.  Ages 5+

Finally, add another note on your calendar for Saturday, August 28th at 10:30am for a Matilda Jane trunk show.  These clothes look interesting and funky.  The show is open to the public.  Trunk shows are a great way to actually put your hands on clothes that you would otherwise only be able to see online.  Check it out at 1517 Heatherwood Drive, Columbia, SC 29205.  Tell them Columbi-Yeah! sent you.

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Saturday is going to be an awesome day to be a parent in Columbia.  The Big Shebang is going on at City Roots from 11-2. Expose your kids to in-town, sustainable farming, local food, local crafts, and more. 

Before you go, however, you do not want to miss this month’s installment of the Nickelodeon Family Film Series starting at 10am! Here’s why:

1) The Nickelodeon is awesome!  We are so lucky to have the Nick in Columbia.  It is SC’s only non-profit art house film theatre, which means you get the opportunity to see lots of non-mainstream films. What’s more, the Nickelodeon has committed to providing unique programming opportunities for the whole family.  Once a month, the Nick hosts the Family Film Series where you can introduce your children to something besides Barney, Elmo, and Disney princesses.

2) Lunch Money is awesome!  I am going to sound like a broken record, but we are so lucky to have Lunch Money in Columbia!  Really people, to have a nationally-known and acclaimed band from Columbia… and have it be a band that makes music for kids… and have it be a really great-sounding, cool, hip, indie kids’ band… unbelievable luck!!!  Lunch Money is officially hosting the Family Film Series.  They have lots of great things in store for the attendees at the events.  Not just a regular Lunch Money show.  Don’t miss out!

3) Short films are awesome!  For the Family Film Series, the Nick is programming short films instead of full lengths.  This is a huge bonus for 3 reasons.  First, these aren’t just bring-your-kids-to-the-movies-and-let-them-zone-out-for-2-hours events.  The events will be interactive.  In my opinion, a much more enriching experience!  Second, programming short films allows Lunch Money to have half the show time!  All the Family Film Series events will run 1 hour, with short films making up half, and Lunch Money making up the other half.  So, for $5, you get movies AND a concert.  That is a major bargain!  Finally, programming shorts allows the Nick to present films from around the world, and at the same time, support independent film makers who are out there working hard to make creative, interesting films but that don’t get the main-stream budget and distribution of a big Pixar/Disney/DreamWorks film.

I really hope you will come out on Saturday and experience the Family Film Series.  The theme is Animals!  See you there!

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Don’t miss the Little Earth Day Party at K.D.’s Treehouse this Saturday.  You can stop by the Treehouse between 9 and noon, and then head on over to the Nickelodeon for the Family Film Program of Indie Grits (I’m calling it Kids’ Grits) at 12:30.  Both events are free!  Super fun Saturday, for sure.  I’ll be at both…will you???

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• Another great sale this week at K.D.’s Treehouse!  30% off winter coats/thick sweaters and all sleepwear!!!  All other Regular Priced Merchandise 20% off!

• Be Beep will open on Sundays (12pm - 6pm) to ensure you have plenty of opportunities to get those Christmas gifts!

Two more shopping weekends until Christmas, so be sure to get by Be Beep and K.D.’s Treehouse asap!

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I can’t even believe there are only 30 days until Christmas.  Yes, that is right!  30 days!!!  Unbelievable, especially since I am not even close to having my act together in the gift department!   You better believe I will be swinging by the Treehouse in the next few weeks.  There are lots of great sales and events happening there, so be sure you go, too!

Yea for sales! Friday and Saturday (November 27 & 28):

• Pajamas are buy one or two get 15% off…  Buy 3 or more and get 20% off.

• All other regular price merchandise 15% off including jackets, sweaters, dresses, diapers, bedding, bath, laptop lunch boxes and accessories, and toys! (Excludes all artists consignment merchandise.

Yea for parties! Mark your calendar for December 4 when Columbia’s Devine Street merchants open their doors for A Devine Evening from 5pm - 9pm.  During the Devine Street event, K.D.’s Treehouse will co-host:

• A Little Holiday Party from 4pm - 8pm.  This festive gathering of family-friendly fun will take place at K.D.’s treehouse, Jot and In the Loop (2900-B & 2900-C Devine Street) inside the eco-chic kids boutique, stationery store and local yarn shop and across the outdoor patios and parking lot located directly behind the stores.  The evening’s merriment will include LIVE music by Zach Siebert and Friends; outdoor holiday portrait photography for children with Natural Wonders Photography; festive treats including Christmas cookies and apple cider; late-night holiday shopping and driving support for The Children’s Trust of South Carolina. This event is FREE and everyone is welcome.

Yeah for generosity!  Between now and December 23, the lovely shop will be making a donation to The Children’s Trust of South Carolina for every toy purchased. Donations of 50 cents will be made for each toy up to $20.00 and $1 donations for toys over $20.

See you there!

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It’s November 12.  Exactly 29 days until the start of Hanukkah.  Exactly 43 days until Christmas.  Exactly 44 days until Kwanzaa.  All of these celebrations can include some gift giving, however large or small.  In preparation for these, and other gift-giving occasions (there are, surprisingly, people with birthdays and anniversaries in December!), you might want to mark your calendar for two great artisans’ markets.

• Tonight, November 12, there is a Holiday Sip and Shop at 4020 Clairmont Drive.  6-9pm.  Vendors include: Shawna Riddle (The Painted Picket: Hand painted Decorative Accessories); Emily Woodard (Personalized Hand-painted Ornaments);  Ellen Parker (Handmade Recess); Mary Beth Hultstrand (Dragonfly Dreams Personalized Stationery & Invitations); Laura Ingram (Lia Sophia Jewelry); Leigh Ladd (Ethiopaper Handcrafted Cards); Cami Hutchinson (Original Oil Paintings); and Christal Smith (Molly-Pops!).  I know first-hand that the Dragonfly Dreams stationery is awesome.  Sounds like a great opportunity to see some unique gift items, so check it out if you can and support these local artists and businesses!

• On Sunday, November 15, there is another Artisans’ Fair & Sale at the Columbia Museum of Art.  I would love to see this Artisans’ Market continue to grow.  I recall last year being the first year, and from the information on the web, it looks like it has expanded this year.  I love love love artists’ markets, and it makes me very happy when I see the indie arts and crafts movement emerging in our fair city!  The more we support these local events, the more of them we will see.

Happy shopping season!

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Don’t miss the anniversary sale at K.D.’s Treehouse!  The shop is celebrating one year!  I remember the day I heard about the shop opening….I could barely contain my excitement for a store that would carry organic, modern clothing lines for children!  I haven’t been disappointed, and I sincerely thank all those shoppers from near and far that have made enough purchases to keep the doors of the Treehouse open!!!  The sale runs through Saturday, October 24.

All specials below exclude artist consignment merchandise:

• All regular price tops and bottoms buy 1 get 1 half off (equal or lesser value).

• All regular price tights, socks, bibs and booties buy 2 get 1 free (equal or lesser value).

• 15% off all other regular price merchandise not being included with other specials.  (Not to be used toward merchandise included with Buy 1 Get 1 or Buy 1 get 1 half off)..

• Clearance merchandise - additional 50% off lowest markdown price.

• Free gift with purchases of $100 dollars or more.

Go, go, go!  Don’t miss the sales.  Perfect time to stock up for the holidays!  Happy shopping!

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the consignment sale today at 61 Churchill Circle.  Great brands at reduced prices!  Awesome stationery!  Very nice ladies.  Check it out.  9:00 am - 1:00 pm.

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This just in: Cupcake is officially open for business!!!  Today is the first day, so who knows what that means as far as variety, quantity, etc.  Regardless, I am going.  Today!  To quote The Shop Tart, “SQUEEEEEE!”  I am very very excited.  Can you tell?  They are open until 7pm.  In the Vista.  On Lincoln Street a few shops down from Starbucks.  Go get yours!!

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