GIFTS

We’ve put together a list of events, activities and gift ideas happening around Ann Arbor so you can show mom how much you care.

A box of chocolates or a bouquet of flowers are certainly nice gifts to give to your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day, but why not give a gift that can last a lifetime -- when you don’t even have to leave your house to get it?

Whether it was a trendy gift or something particularly sentimental, we wanted to hear about it.

We're sharing some ideas for inexpensive, yet still fun, holiday gift ideas.

You may be finishing up your holiday shopping, but what about wrapping the gifts? Jon Jordan, Local 4 Style Editor, joined Tati Amare on “Live in the D” to share creative ways to wrap presents.

The holidays can be a great time to reflect on the year that has passed and to start looking ahead to new goals for the new year. Some of those goals could be inspired by the gifts you give and receive.

Whether you’re participating in a White Elephant exchange or putting presents under a tree, it can be tricky finding the right gift.

Rebecca’s Michigan Store is a small shop in Northville that spends the entire year highlighting Michigan goods.

It can be hard finding the right gift, and even more difficult to find one that is special. Here are 4 unique to Ann Arbor.

Check out these Ann Arbor area holiday markets featuring local makers, artists and creators.

Let's get the Elf on the Shelf to work for us this year (and hopefully every year moving forward).

What started 100 years ago with selling newspapers on the streets of Detroit to raise money to buy packages for children so they could wake up with a gift on Christmas is a tradition that’s still alive.

Eat s’mores, drink traditional mulled wine and shop holiday treasures at Kerrytown’s beloved Kindlefest holiday market from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2.

Here are some budget-friendly suggestions for shoppers.

Are you looking to get your holiday shopping checked off the list? Holiday Markets kick off this weekend at Eastern Market for all your holiday needs.

Do you need help picking gifts this holiday season?

While the holidays are right around the corner, Metro Detroiters are getting a head start on gift shopping at Eastern Market’s All Things Detroit Experience.

State Street District restaurants and businesses will keep their doors open late and offer event sales, art promotions and specials on Friday, Dec. 2.

Head to downtown Ann Arbor for the first-ever Liberty Plaza Holiday Gift Market From 5-9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2.

Tree Town businesses and restaurants will be open late during the annual event offering event discounts, specials, bonus gift cards, giveaways and free gifts.

There’s something for every child on your list

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Father’s Day comes around each June and finding new gift ideas for dad can get exhausting. Today on “Live In The D”, Deron Washington, the owner of Shops on Top, talked with host Jason Carr about the option of keeping dad stylish this summer.

The summer season means weddings, birthdays, Father’s Day and other celebrations where you may need to give a gift. Of course, it can be a challenge picking out the perfect present for someone, but there’s a shop in Wixom called Green Goat Gifts that’s rolling out some unique gift ideas and home décor.

To help you celebrate whoever you call mom, we’ve put together a list of gifts to show mom that you care.

With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, you might be scrambling for a gift idea: And we all know the usuals. Flowers, gift cards, maybe a cute purse or a trip to her local nail salon.

Go beyond the typical gift with something extra special.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and you might be looking for something special to show mom how much she’s loved. An artist in Ferndale is providing an option with her unique handcrafted gifts.

Do you have an easy-to-shop-for mom? Or is your mother a bit trickier, when it comes to buying her that perfect present? Either way, we have just the quiz for you.

If you love to go to the gift card section of a store when doing your holiday shopping, we have some bad news and some good news.

This Christmas Eve, Jolly Old St. Nicholas is once again delivering gifts to children around the world in record time. Here's how to track his whereabouts.

This Christmas Eve, Jolly Old St. Nicholas is once again delivering gifts to children around the world in record time. Here's how to track his whereabouts.

The Rhonda Walker Foundation held their annual Christmas Cares Party, gifting presents and good times to homeless children and families.

From cookies and clothing to cool stickers and records, Ann Arbor’s many small businesses offer a plethora of choices for even the pickiest of giftees.

Have you got everyone crossed off your gift list? If you can’t decide what to get, you might consider something that has to do with helping people lead healthier lives especially after all we’ve been through.

Christmas is nearly here, and there are still events happening that will feed into your holiday spirit.

Your last chance to shop this year at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market is Wednesday.

Four days until Christmas morning and it’s crunch time!

Holiday-induced anxiety could trickle down to the overall experience for children, according to new U-M poll.

Devin Scillian, Kimberly Gill, Jason Colthorp and Karen Drew were given $40 and challenged to buy meaningful gifts for each while still saving a little money for themselves.

The clock is ticking for holiday shopping and if you are still looking for some cool ideas for the pop culture lovers on your list, we’ve got ideas!

What’s the Buzz? It’s all about Christmas time for those who celebrate! Tati Amare speaks to friends of the show all about the holidays.

We’re challenging your favorite news team to show us how to shop on a budget.

It’s an ideal time to provide support -- to our community and to those who may face challenges in their everyday lives.

Michigan’s attorney general has released this year’s dangerous toy guide ahead of the holiday season.

Calling all last-minute holiday shoppers: We’ve found some great deals on hot items that can help you finish up your shopping (and save money).

Our community is home to impressive local vendors creating all kinds of goods and items to enhance our lives.

Honestly, how fun is it to invite friends over for a game night?

We know the holidays can bring a lot of joy but it can be stressful with juggling everything you have going on and keeping an eye on that shopping budget as well. To help with some advice on how you can save in the kitchen and keep a little jingle in your pocket, Tati Amare spoke with Food Network personality and best-selling cookbook author Sunny Anderson.

This market unlike any other in Metro Detroit, full of small businesses and local artisans with unique wares. With over 30 local stores inside, it's a great spot to find that perfect gift.

Recycle Ann Arbor put together a guide to help you have a zero waste holiday.

Just one weekend left before Christmas Day and that means you only have one more chance to shop local at the Holiday Markets in Eastern Market. This is your chance to shop several Michigan vendors all in one place!

Shop these last-minute Chrismas gifts in our Green Monday Sale.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and we’re all shopping, and getting the big day, but one important element we can’t forget are stocking stuffers for the family. We’ve got some suggestions that are sure to please some people on your list.

If you were to buy everything listed during the song “12 Days of Christmas,” it would cost you tens of thousands of dollars.

We don’t know about you, dear readers, but Christmas gives us all those warm, fuzzy feelings: Of years past, of childhood, and all the magic that goes hand in hand with the holiday season.

If you are not a fan of the piney taste of gin, there is one local distillery that is mixing things up with a special line of gins that are perfect for every season. Michelle Oliver is introducing us to the Ann Arbor Distilling Company, in you guessed it, A2.

Many stores are offering “buy now, pay later” programs that allow shoppers to pay less up up front. While those programs may sound like a good idea at the time, they could have an impact on your finances.

Live In The D is all about shopping local and this local item landed on Oprah’s Favorite Things list for 2021.

The countdown is on for holiday shopping and hopefully you’re getting through your list pretty easily.

Maybe it’s your first year decorating for Christmas, or you’re looking to up your game this year, or perhaps you’ve been so busy that you’re just getting around to it.

Start your holiday shopping today and grab the perfect gift for your favorite golfer, hiker or outdoor adventure enthusiast and save.

You may have watched the reality TV show “Pawn Stars” that features a family-run pawn shop in Las Vegas, but have you ever actually shopped at a pawn shop yourself?

Remember when you were a little kid and you came up with some super cool invention that was going to get you rich? There are people who have actually done it!

Whether you love the idea in general or you think it'd be cute for Facebook or your next family photo session, we're here to provide some inspiration

Four events that will get you into the Yuletide spirit.

Here’s a sneak peek at the deals being offered during Friday's Midnight Madness, Moonlight Madness and Festive Friday events.

Start your holiday shopping today and grab the perfect gift for your favorite golfer, hiker or outdoor adventure enthusiast and save with Black Friday discounts.

Holidays mean gifts and gatherings, and as your celebrations come together you can support local shops on Small Business Saturday.

Union General store in Clarkston is creating a cozy experience for shoppers.

The holiday shopping season is here and billions will be spent this year on gifts. If you’re someone who likes to find that unique item to wrap up in a bow, and someone who likes to shop local, we have something that can help. “Buy Michigan Now” has released its 15th annual holiday gift guide.

Three holiday events planned for Friday, Dec. 3, will bring late-night shopping back to Tree Town.

Browse art on residents' porches, in garages and tents during the fall art walk.

It may only be September, but retail experts are saying that you should begin your holiday shopping right away.

Roeda Studio will be closing its downtown location at the end of the year.

A 9-year-old Metro Detroit girl is working to bring presents to kids at Children’s Hospital of Michigan.

A whimsical new candy and soda shop will be opening its doors soon in downtown Ann Arbor.

With restrictions being lifted and some sense of normality returning, comes a time for get togethers and special occasions that you so dearly missed, but you may struggle to find the perfect gift for the occasion.

Father’s Day is Sunday. Support Ann Arbor businesses while showing the person you call “dad” why they’re the best.

Are you still debating over what to get dad for Father’s Day? Did your child recently graduate and you’re not sure how to celebrate? Perhaps both?

Show your dad that you love him this Father's Day with these fun tech toys that are perfect for summer.

We’ve all encountered people in our communities who have gone above and beyond, doing good deeds and selfless acts of kindness.

With Northern Michigan being one of the top golfing spots in the summer, Father’s Day coming up and a worthy cause in need of support, this can be a gift that serves a lot of purposes.

Do you know what you’re getting your dad or husband -- or any similar father figure in your life -- for Father’s Day?

Calling all fathers, dads-to-be and paternal figures: We have an important question for you.

Bundled packages Michigan-made products into gift boxes for any occasion

Golf is a notable Father’s Day pastime that’s not going anywhere any time soon.

Is your dad more sporty, more outdoorsy, more artistic or something else entirely?

For some, Father’s Day might not be a time to celebrate. Some fathers aren’t here anymore, and that might bring some sadness.

Father’s Day is almost here, but if it’s been a tight year, money-wise, just know that you’re probably not alone in feeling like you’d rather save the more expensive festivities for another time.

Moms are weighing in on what they really want for Mother’s Day -- and it turns out, a lavish gift might not be on the top of the list.

When you first walk in All About Grace, you will be floored by just how many items they really have. The Trenton handmade boutique hosts 97 different artists’ work and it covers everything from beautiful clay jewelry, to industrial-looking lights.

Mother’s Day should be every day of the year, and we know you appreciate your mom and all that she has done for you throughout her life.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and families and spouses might be scrambling to plan the perfect day just for her.

Whether you’re trying to save money or you simply don’t have much of it right now, there are still so many ways you can honor your mom on Mother’s Day.

It’s St. Patrick’s Day and while many may be celebrating by raising a pint or digging into an Irish meal there are other ways to find your luck today. Jason Carr chatted with Stuart Marley, co-owner of Real Irish Gifts & Travel in Ann Arbor, about another way to enjoy the holiday. Marley suggested celebrating with a memento from Ireland or a trip to the Emerald Isle. From Guinness t-shirts and handwoven sweaters to decorative scarfs, you can find something imported straight from Ireland at Real Irish to really kick-off your celebration. Real Irish also offers tours.

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Eastern Michigan University announced it will be renaming its engineering and technology college in recognition of alumni group GameAbove, which has donated a total of $20 million toward student- and faculty-based initiatives over the past 15 months. The GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology name will go into effect on March 1. “The College of Engineering and Technology has a strong reputation. We greatly value GameAbove’s exceptional support of Eastern Michigan University students and faculty.”AdDean of the College of Engineering and Technology, Mohamad Qatu, said the group’s support has helped to “dramatically accelerate” the school’s ability to serve its students. To see the undergraduate and graduate level programs EMU’s College of Engineering and Technology currently offers, click here.

If you are looking to buy something fun and different for a friend or loved one, there is a tiny pink house in St. Clair Shores that is full of big surprises. Kitty Deluxe is a shop that has various handmade items such as jewelry and face mask holders that are mostly made by the store’s owner, Cat Massoff, and her family. The store also sells handmade goods from local business owners, such as lotions, face masks, and candles. Kitty Deluxe also sells cool pop culture items such as puzzles, magnets, and mugs that feature musicians like Prince and Dolly Parton. Watch the video above to see all of the awesome stuff that is inside the little pink house called Kitty Deluxe.

So, why not give the most classic gift of all, a gorgeous piece of jewelry? To help steer us in the right direction, we turned to the experts at Ahee Jewelers, a third-generation-owned jewelry store in Grosse Pointe Woods. Andre and Stefan Ahee joined host Tati Amare to share their advice on how to pick out the perfect gift for your love. Ahee Jewelers has hundreds of beautiful pieces to chose from and are renowned for their customer service. For more information on Ahee Jewelers, visit them at 20139 Mack Ave. in Grosse Pointe Woods, or click or tap here to visit their website.