It’s that time of year again– time for holiday shopping! Most people get each other one-time gifts for the holidays, but have you ever considered giving a subscription? Below are some popular and inexpensive subscription-based gift ideas that are on the market in 2023. Our Subscription Boxes We’ve got to start off strong with our own subscription boxes. We source our products from small businesses all over Oklahoma. Because we work with so many vendors, we are able to create boxes to fit just about everyone’s likings. Below are our current subscription box offerings. Thunder Chef Box Snack Lover’s Box... Continue reading
Father’s Day falls on June 18 this year. With only a couple of weeks left to prepare, it’s a good time to think about what you want to do with your dad. Skip buying the power tools that gives dad another chore or the ugly ties he won’t want to wear. Instead, opt for gifts that keep giving and experiences he won’t forget. Go to Father’s Day Fest in Oklahoma City The Family Builders of OK are hosting their 4th annual Father’s Day Fest on June 18 at Scissortail Park in Oklahoma City. The event is free to attend.... Continue reading
Easter is one of the major Christian holidays. The date that it takes place changes every year; this year Easter lands on April 9. There are many traditions celebrated on Easter, with some of the most common ones being making Easter baskets, attending an Easter egg hunt, and going to church. To make your search for Easter activities easier, we’ve found some great resources and event schedules that you can use to plan your Easter. Make Easter Baskets There are no rules when it comes to making Easter baskets. By “making Easter baskets” we mean filing them with treats. In... Continue reading
Christmas is almost here and there’s probably still some last-minute shopping that needs to be done. Even if you are reading this after Christmas, then you can start stocking up for next year. Either way, below are some quick gift ideas that work great for kids or adults. Cocoa Bombs Who doesn’t love hot chocolate on Christmas morning? By putting some in your stocking, you can start the day off right. For those who don’t know, hot chocolate bombs are (usually) hollow chocolate spheres filled with hot chocolate powder and sometimes marshmallows and other sweets. Put them in hot milk... Continue reading
Thanksgiving is coming up soon, so it’s time to start thinking about which recipes you’ll be pulling out this year. Below are some easy recipes almost anyone should be able to make, even if they are only a beginner in the kitchen. We’ve assembled a mix of classic, savory, and sweet recipes for your perusal, as well as directions. Bon appetite! Native American Fry Bread Many people associate Native Americans with Thanksgiving, so we thought it would be fun to incorporate a famous Native American recipe into this list. Native American fry bread, more commonly called Indian fry bread, is... Continue reading
July is full of family-related holidays. On July 24th, it was National Parents day. This holiday inspired us to write all about some other upcoming family-related holidays. While these holidays are lesser-known than Mother’s or Father’s Day, they are still worth a celebration. So, treat your special family member to something fun this July. Uncle and Aunt Day Uncle and Aunt Day falls on July 26th. One of the best ways to celebrate this holiday is to simply spend time with your relatives. Organizing a family reunion, backyard barbeque, or family-tree-making event are all great ideas. Then again, you can... Continue reading
Father’s Day is coming up on Sunday, June 19! With the holiday right around the corner, now is a good time to plan something special to do with your dad or buy a present. Below are some great gift and activity ideas that dads of any age are sure to enjoy. A Movie and Snacks As a kid, going to the movies was always the first thing to do on Father’s day. Oklahoma is home to more than its fair share of movie theaters. According to the AMC theatre’s website, some of the movies that will be available on Father’s... Continue reading
Labor Day and Labor Day weekend are coming up quickly? Do you have plans made for the holiday? If you are still looking for something to do, then you might want to check out some of these events that have free entry and are suited for the whole family; they are hosted in various spots in Oklahoma. Friday, September 3 Each Friday, the town of Paseo hosts its First Friday Gallery Walk. During these events, over 25 businesses and 80 more artists display their art outside, rain or shine. Each of the displays is within walking distance from each other,... Continue reading
We hope you are having a Ho Ho Holiday filled with hot chocolate and candy canes! Outside, the air has turned crisper, and in a rare December occurrence, snow has already fallen! This can only mean one thing…the Christmas season is upon us! As school has come to a momentary and likely welcomed pause, many people are looking for fun ways to fill their days. We’ve helped by making a list of must-do activities to celebrate Christmas and ring in the New Year – and don’t worry, we checked it twice. If you have been wondering where to get... Continue reading
Holiday Self-Care with Sample Oklahoma It’s the most wonderful time of the year! For many of us, even at Sample Oklahoma, it is also the most stressful time of year! There are gifts to buy, gifts to wrap, parties to host, and parties to attend. In between mailing Christmas cards, photos with Santa, and several dozen cookie recipes, it is easy to let taking care of yourself slip. If you are the vessel through which the Christmas spirit flows, Yule noel what I am talking about! You decorate your home and office space. You buy your coworker’s gifts. Your elf... Continue reading