Monday, December 3, 2012
Find out what’s in before you head out to Christmas shop.
Making sure to put just the right presents under the tree for kids can be a trick even for Santa. If you’re hoping to find out what’s hot before you head out to shop, we’ve put together a few suggestions. Retailers themselves are generally the best judges of what’s in. Here are what some of the biggest toy retailers are saying: Toys R Us Kennesaw This retailer has a Top 15 list of toys for boys and girls. Some of its suggestions include: To see the full list, visit Toys ‘R’ Us online. Target Acworth | Kennesaw This store agrees with Toys ‘R’ Us on a few counts, but has its own suggestions, as well. They include: To see the full list of suggestions, visit Target online. Walmart Acworth | Kennesaw This retailer has an extensive list of hot …
Monday, November 28, 2011
More than half of holiday shoppers intend to spend between $251 and $750 on gifts this year, according to a recent survey conducted by AAA Consumer Pulse.
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Monday, November 28, 2011
The holiday season can be an expensive time of year when it comes to gift giving. According to a recent survey conducted by AAA Consumer Pulse, more than half of holiday shoppers plan to spend between $251 and $750 on gifts this year. The majority of survey respondents, 44 percent, plan to purchase gifts for six to 10 people, and 43 percent said they planned to make purchases using a credit card, while 54 percent plan to use a debit card, checks or cash. Four out of five holiday shoppers—82 percent, said they intend to shop at discount stores such as Target and Walmart. These are the top 10 categories for gift shopping, according to AAA: The AAA Consumer Pulse™ Survey was conducted online among residents living in the Southern Region of …
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Patch invites you to join us in sharing stories and images from Black Friday sales around Cobb, Cherokee, Bartow, Douglas and Paulding counties.
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Thursday, November 24, 2011
The end of Thanksgiving feasts and pro football ushers in the Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa shopping season. Assuming nothing bad happens, knock on wood, Black Friday isn't serious, hard news, but it is a part of many of our lives. So we'll be bringing you stories, photos and videos from the shopping scene around the area all day. You also can use the map above to check on the traffic around your store or mall of choice. The map centers on Town Center at Cobb to start, but you can change the location by using the address box at the bottom right of the map, by dragging around on the map, and by zooming in and out. Need some last-minute advice before you face the hordes? Check out this list of do's and don'ts. Have any memorable moments? Grab …
Friday, November 18, 2011
You could go to the big box stores, but why not patronize the local stores around Acworth and Kennesaw?
Whether it's Black Friday or Small Business Saturday, Patch has picked out five local stores you can check out this holiday season. 1. Little Dog House of Kennesaw at 3081 Old Highway 41 across from Swift-Cantrell Park has a variety of great Christmas gifts for your furry friends. And the latest addition on sale for Black Friday will be homemade dog coats in a variety of sizes and colors. Shop owner Charlotte Archuleta says "you can't find these anywhere else," and prices start at $15.99. Look for dog scarves coming soon! Stop by on Black Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and check out this locally-owned pet store. 2. By-Gone Treasures & A Bit of Glass at 2839 South Main Street has been in downtown Kennesaw for 26 years and offers a variety …
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Acworth business owners and shoppers share their insights on holiday buying.
Historic downtown Acworth is bustling with shoppers looking to knock those last-minute gifts off their list for their friends and family. Some of the businesses have seen their holiday rush, while others are awaiting the full swing of holiday shopping. Some Acworth residents said they stick to the small, local shopping districts for most of their gift options and try to stay away from the bigger chain stores that are packed during Christmastime. Main Street in Acworth is filled with many one of the kinds of shops where you can find unusual things, such as Adrianna's Kitchen Store, a kitchen decor and food shop. Shoppers there said they look for special items not offered elsewhere, and that is a reason why Adrianna's Kitchen has a big …
Acworth police offer tips on how you can reduce the risk of being a crime victim during your holiday shopping.
When you are out shopping for the holidays, keep in mind that theft and other crimes are on the rise this time of year. The Acworth Police Department urges people to take extra precautions that will help keep you safe while shopping:
Donna Espy-Rypel
7:48 pm on Friday, November 25, 2011
Love that enthusiasm, Tami! Thanks for sharing your story, and I hope you got some great deals for your Black Friday efforts! more ›