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Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Will you spend less this Christmas?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
The economy is likely to put a pinch on Christmas spending this year.
AJC columnist Rick Badie wrote about a Home Depot promotion targeting Black Friday shoppers. He notes it’s an unusual move by the company and may signal how critical this shopping period is for retailers.
And, if you’re in the market for luxury goods, you may find a bargain - of sorts.
Luxury retailers are hurting as well and some are discounting their merchandise. Don’t expect basement prices, but you can find good deals.
How has the economy affected your holiday spending? Are you spending less or not giving gifts at all? Or, are you a creative sort and plan to make your holiday gifts?
If you have children, how do you explain fewer gifts under the tree?
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The Dec. 24 Matzo Ball
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Revelers at a past Matso Ball, an annual event for young Jewish professionals held in numerous cities on Dec. 24
If you don’t celebrate Christmas, finding things to do on Christmas Eve might seem a bit challenging.
The Society of Young Jewish Professionals plans its annual Matzo Ball in more than 20 cities this Dec. 24, including Atlanta.
The ATL event will be at the newly opened Tongue & Groove nightclub in the Lindbergh City Center. Similar parties will be going on in more than 20 major cities that night, if you happen to be traveling.
Other Matzo Balls will be held in New York, Boston, West Palm Beach, Philadelphia, Charlotte, Tampa, Miami, Las Vegas and elsewhere. Here’s the full list of cities.
Tickets are $30 and can be purchased online or at the door. Organizers recommend buying in advance.
The SYJP, founded in 1987, was created to give Jewish singles a fun way to meet and mingle.
While the party is geared toward young Jewish professionals (ages 21 to 49), organizers note that the party is open to anyone.
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Who’s your ideal Thanksgiving dinner guest?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Who would you most like to share a turkey drumstick?
According to a recent poll, single diners would prefer Jennifer Aniston and George Clooney as dates for Thanksgiving dinner.
“We weren’t surprised that George Clooney and Jennifer Aniston topped the list of ideal dinner dates for Thanksgiving as they truly represent Hollywood Royalty; both are sophisticated, charitable, gorgeous, fascinating and worldly, and could make any relative jealous while charming even the grouchiest Grandparent,” said Shira Zwebner, Relationship Advisor for Date.com, Matchmaker.com and Amor.com in the article.
So, it got us to thinking: Who would you most like to share your Thanksgiving dinner?
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