Upcoming Event in Chino Hills, CA: Latte Art Throwdown

February 25, 2014

On March 20, 2014 Dripp, a local boutique coffee shop in Chino Hills, CA, is hosting the Latte Art Throwdown.  All baristas in Chino Hills and the surrounding areas are invited to participate and show off their latte art skills.  There is a $2 buy-in to participate, and registration starts at 6:00pm with the competition running from 7:00pm – 9:00pm.  After the event, mosey down the street to Espresso Republic Headquarters for food and drinks.  Baristas in the Chino Hills area won’t want to miss this opportunity to show off their artsy coffee skills!

Artsy Activities for the Whole Family in Houston, TX

February 25, 2014

Do you live in the Clear Lake City area of Houston, TX and are looking for fun, family-friendly activities?  One place to check out is The Paint Pub on NASA Parkway.  On Sunday afternoons at 2:00pm, the art studio hosts Family Day, a special painting session for children and their families.  The class runs about two hours and is fun for all ages and levels of experience.  All of the necessary supplies are provided, and an artist guides the class through the featured painting. 

Purchase Cute, Handmade Baby Items from a Boise, ID Mom

February 21, 2014

In Boise, ID, one local mom is taking her artsy talents and turning them into a business.  In April 2012, Chelsea Howell, a stay-at-home-mom with two daughters, established The Makings of a Mommy, specializing in crochet projects.  From clothing to accessories, the beautiful items Chelsea makes from yarn are truly impressive.  Customers who would like to see and purchase merchandise from The Makings of a Mommy can visit Chelsea’s Etsy shop.

Shop Local for Springtime Styles in Sparks, NV

February 20, 2014

Spring is just around the corner, and families will need to start updating their wardrobes for the new season.  However, with growing children and changing styles, it can be expensive for families to purchase new clothing.  For the Sparks, NV community, RecycledRugrats is a great place to go for high quality, fashionable apparel and accessories.  A resale and consignment shop, RecycledRugrats offers clothing, accessories, toys, equipment and furniture for children ages newborn to pre-teen.  The inventory changes often, so stop by regularly to see what is new.

Participate in Yappy Hour This Weekend in Danville, CA

February 19, 2014

This Saturday, February 23, 2014 from 10:00am to 12noon, Danville, CA locals and their dogs will want to stop by Blackhawk Plaza for Yappy Hour, a community event celebrating humankind’s best friends.  There will be fun activities, tasty treats and raffle prizes for pets and their owners.  Two of the establishments in Blackrock Plaza, G.R. Doodlebug, a specialty toy store, and their sister store, Read Booksellers, will be participating in the fun by offering dog-related books, toys, gifts, and home décor.

Order Edible Art in Clayton, CA

February 18, 2014

Clayton, CA locals who are looking for unique sweets to make a statement at their parties will want contact Lollipop Cake Shop.  Specializing in cakes, cupcakes, cake pops and cake bites, Lollipop creates fresh, delicious treats that are beautiful to look at. From weddings to birthdays to baby showers, Lollipop is ready to create something special for your event.  They can even handle dessert bars, complete with cupcakes, cake, candy and cookies.

Go Beer Tasting This Weekend in Poway, CA

February 14, 2014

San Diego county locals who have yet to make their weekend plans will want to consider heading out to Poway, CA for some beer tasting at Lightning Brewery.  A craft brewery, Lightning brews award-winning, hand-crafted European style beers.  Following their mantra of "Purity, Quality, and Integrity," Lightning Brewery keeps their brews natural, without artificial flavors or preservatives.  Using the four traditional beer brewing ingredients of malted grain, hops, yeast and water, the brewery develops dynamic flavors like cloves, citrus, fruit, and toffee.

Shop Local for Your Valentine’s Day Bouquet in Moreno Valley, CA

February 14, 2014

Valentine’s Day is today, and Moreno Valley locals who have yet to purchase flowers for their loved ones have just the place to call – Garden of Roses.  A one-stop-shop for floral arrangements, Garden of Roses is a local flower shop specializing in fresh cut flowers for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, or just because.  Customers can choose from the variety of flowers, plants and gifts, and the experienced staff will create a one-of-a-kind gift.  For those living in Moreno Valley, same-day flower delivery is available at no extra charge. 

Learn To Surf In Malibu, CA

February 12, 2014

It is still technically winter, but with the weather in the low 70s in Southern California, some folks may be starting to look forward to spring and summer.  Malibu locals who want to be ready to take on the waves should check out Malibu Makos Surf Club.  Established in 1991, Malibu Makos offers one of the best surf programs on the west coast.  Catering their classes to a variety of skill levels, Malibu Makos creates a positive, safe learning environment for adults and children who want to surf.

Create Something Unique For Your Valentine in Spokane, WA

February 12, 2014
With Valentine’s Day just a few days away, some people may be starting to panic if they are still at a loss as to what to get for their special someone. One of the most sentimental gifts is something you made especially with your Valentine in mind. For those living in Spokane, WA, one place to go to get your creative juices flowing is Beyond Beads North. The sister store of the original Beyond Beads, which closed in November 2012, the shop offers a wide variety of specialty beads and beading supplies. If beading isn’t quite your thing, you can still use beads in other craft projects, like sewing, cross-stitch, quilting, and embellishing ready-made garments.

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