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Summer Fun

Posted on July 21st, 2008 by Mire in expedia.com, magellan's, railpass.com, ritzcamera.com

From planning a trip to reliving your memories through the photos taken while away, we‘ve got everything you’ll need to get you where you want to go in both comfort and style. Kick it all off with a few clicks at Expedia.com and jump on a summer special to somewhere spectacular. Before you start packing, stop by Magellan’s for some new luggage and innovative travel gear. Once you’ve reached your destination, hop a train and see the countryside by getting those tickets on Railpass.com and finally, prove you were there with any one of the fine cameras carried at RitzCamera.com. We love to travel here at nonprofitshoppingmall.com and hope you’ll enjoy our Summer Fun retailers and product picks in completing your vacation plans. Bon Voyage!


With Expedia.com, everything you need for planning a trip is at your fingertips. The site features airline tickets, hotel reservations, car rentals, cruises, and many other in- destination services from a broad selection of partners. Through its North American Web site, the entire world is just a click away. A great resource for finding family vacation deals or arranging quick weekend getaways, Expedia.com makes it easy. With constant deals and summer discounts you have no more excuses, it’s vacation time!


So where are your vacation plans going to take you — on an African safari, a trip to the Coliseum, swimming with dolphins or hiking in Yosemite? If you love to travel, then you should know Magellan’s – a one-stop shop for travelers and their needs! Magellan’s is the worlds most trusted source of travel supplies. They offer a superior selection of products designed to make your trip comfortable, safe and rewarding. Products range from luggage to clothing, electronic translators to toiletry kits. Some of my summer travel favorites include the Wrinkle-Free 100% Cotton Shirt, the Baggallini Uptown Bagg (chic enough for any big city yet fully equipped to handle all your important in-transit gear) and the Tarmac 22″ luggage from Eagle Creek. All of which are designed with organization, function and style in mind. Now that you’re ready to hit the road…don’t forget to write!


Is it just my perception or does traveling by train still hint at a bit of romanticism and adventure? Riding the rails is still my personal preference for traveling around Europe – love the great views of the countryside, the sleek look of the trains and speed at which they travel. It’s like watching the Travel Channel but a whole lot better because you know that at the end of the ride, you’ll be someplace fabulous. Railpass.com – the largest single railpass outlet in the U.S, has over 60 types of rail-passes available, making them the ideal choice for destinations the world over. So sit back, relax, and drink in the gorgeous European countryside, the mountains of Japan or the Australian Outback. Railpass.com can make those railway fantasies a reality – check ‘em out for more info.


Aim, click and start capturing your memories with a fantastic range of electronics, offered at amazing prices from Ritzcamera.com. Ritzcamera.com is an interactive site that offers all things visual — from camcorders, digital cameras, GPS systems, binoculars, and more. This retailer stocks the products you need to capture life’s memories on whichever medium suits your needs. If you are the serious vacation photographer type, looking for the function of a manual film camera with the convenience of digital technology, the Canon EOS Rebel is the camera for you (I own one myself and am a huge fan). If stealth, light and easy are better words to describe how you view photography while traveling then perhaps the Nikon Coolpix S600 will be along for the ride in your knapsack. If you want it all — great pics, video, lightweight, travel friendly and easy-to-use then you might want to take a look at the water, shock and dustproof Panasonic SDR-SW20 Compact SD Camcorder. Whatever your preferences may be, RitzCamera.com has the electronics to bring your vacation memories to life.

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Pet Retailers

Posted on July 14th, 2008 by Mire in buy green, feel more human, only natural pet store, organic style, uncommongoods

We hope you’ll take a look at our entire PETS category, as each of our vendors has specialty items that our furry family members have come to rely upon for their welfare and comfort. In addition to our featured retailers, be sure to check out Pets United (dog.com) with its unique links to horse.com, ferret.com, bird.com and fish.com. Don’t know why they don’t have cat.com but perhaps it’s in the works. Not to worry tho, you’ll find plenty of fun stuff to please even the most finicky of felines in our other PET category brands.


Though ‘modern lifestyle’ has become something of a generic term, Feel More Human makes it clear that progressive, functional design can be as beautiful and relevant as ever. They promote a lifestyle that encourages the constant re-examination of commerce and philosophy by engaging in socially responsible business practices and by arguing the point that art should meet the needs of society without a distinction between form and function. A perfect example of this can be found in Feel More Human’s Dogs and Cats category. Simple, eye-catching, functional designs turn those “problem” areas in your home into artful pieces you will be eager to show off. My personal favorite being the eco-friendly Buddha Cat Habitat that literally turns your self-important cat into wall décor. However, my cat sized, self-important Chihuahua would vote for the retro looking Wowo Dog Pod or Wowo Single Feeder — the dog has exquisite taste, what can I say?


UnCommon Goods is one of our favorite retailers for its clever products and interesting designs. They have a vast assortment of unique must-have items from a range of categories, but what really caught my attention was their extensive collection of birdhouses and feeders. Truly different and broad in aesthetic, every type of bird lover out there will be able to find something that will match their style, sensibility and yard, porch or garden. Here are three of Uncommon Good’s radically different designs that give the birds in town great reason for stopping by or moving in. The Glass Donut feeder is an incredibly sleek and modern establishment for your feathered friends to dine while the Vintage Radio Birdhouse couldn’t be a more charming place to call home. If those two choices are too posh for you and your sparrows, you may prefer the 5th Wheel Birdhouse — this miniature 1950’s trailer home is retro-fabulous and after Astroturf makes the best accent to any tattoo, Elvis and apple pie lover’s patio.


I think we are all in agreement when I say it doesn’t get much better then being a pampered pet! With Organic Style’s pet products, you will have no problem providing your best friend with a lavish, over-the-top, yet conscientious life of luxury. Whether it’s with eco-beds, made from recycled soda pop bottles or in bathtubs filled with gentle, earth-friendly and invigorating Travel Dog Spa Set bubbles, it’s clear that Organic Style knows how to help you pamper a much loved pet. This is especially illustrated with the Welcome Home Puppy Gift Set. This adorable assortment comes with mini treat bones made of yummy organic ingredients, a cuddly monkey blanket and matching plush squeaky toy – both made with organic plush cotton and filled with all-natural cotton that is durable enough to withstand the teething habits of a pup, yet soft enough to be gentle on their baby teeth. From the newest family addition to old faithful, your dog will feel nothing but love, peace and pampering from anything Organic Style.


Only Natural Pet Store offers natural dog and cat products of the highest quality, consistent with a holistic approach to pet health. They strongly believe our animal companions benefit from natural living in the same way that humans do. They continuously add healthy, natural and organic products to their inventory, keeping things fresh and current with holistic formulas. With their products they give us the tools to improve the health, happiness, and longevity of our pets lives. A useful aspect of their website enables pet owners to research particular health conditions or concerns and then offers products and supplements to help sort it out. Separation anxiety, skin/coat problems, digestive issues, etc, can all be addressed holistically. Only Natural Pet Store is a warehouse of pet products you never knew existed, ranging from vitamins and supplements to food, toys, grooming, beds and all things PETS!

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Gifts For Brides — 2008

Posted on June 5th, 2008 by Corine in artful home, figleaves.com, truly wedding favors, wedding paper divas

I don’t think I’ve been to a June wedding in years but it certainly appears to mark the official start of wedding season. Whether you’re in the planning stages or about to walk down the aisle, we’ve assembled a quartet of retailers who collectively cover the ‘big day’ from invites to wedding favors, trousseau-wear and gifts.


The Artful Home is the leading source for artist-made home décor products shipped direct from artists’ studios to customers’ homes nationwide. Their guild represents more than 1,200 artists working in media from glass, sculpture, and prints to furniture, lighting, and jewelry. While the site offers over 10,000 original pieces of original art sourced from artists throughout North America, they also provide a wealth of information about the artists and their inspirations, so site visitors can learn about how and why something was created. The Artful Home is a virtual gallery for art lovers and the ultimate go to source for finding that perfect gift!




Something old, something new, you know the drill… From simple and sexy to flirty and seductive, Figleaves.com offers intimate apparel for every type bride. Not only do they have an extraordinary product selection that includes panties, shape-wear and bras, but they also carry fabulous bathing suits for the honeymoon or anniversary trip with that special someone. And — Figleaves.com isn’t just for “her,” they carry a wide assortment of men’s underwear so he, too, can be ready for any occasion. If fig leaves were good enough for Adam and Eve, who are we to argue?




Planning a wedding can be overwhelming to say the least. For some, it’s a process that can easily consume a year’s time, for other’s it’s all arranged in a whirlwind, but the fact remains that weddings are life-changing occasions and everything needs to be just right. From location to florals to wedding favors, finding the mix that suits you best requires time and effort. TrulyWeddingFavors.com was carefully designed to provide a selection of high-quality wedding favors that reflect the style of every wedding theme and season. Their exclusive Volume Pricing Discount calculator takes the guesswork out of buying favors for any occasion – they’re not limited to weddings alone. Find your perfect party favors at TrulyWeddingFavors.com and celebrate your day in a way that reflects your style!




Wedding Paper Divas fantastic selection of modern and classic wedding stationary gives your guests a glimpse of the fantastic event to come! Contemporary, traditional, on the cutting edge or beautifully romantic, the site features top graphic designers and a wide range of paper selections and styles. Wedding Paper Divas doesn’t just specialize in weddings they also have a great selection of party invitations and milestone announcements. So, when ‘Congratulations,’ ‘New Home’ or ‘Birthday Wishes’ are on the horizon, browse through Wedding Paper Divas array of stationery for something special, something unique and something that speaks for YOU…

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Gifts For Dads — 2008

Posted on June 4th, 2008 by Corine in espnshop, mileage logger, sony style, wine.com

What to get dad for Father’s Day was always a dilemma for me. After I outgrew the obligatory, but well appreciated, tie or after-shave phase, it became my annual obsession to find either a good book or obscure recording to add to dad’s collection. Were I to be shopping for him today, the obscure would have been so much easier to find and the options of how to deliver those finds are just too numerous to count. My favorite is the Sony Digital Reader …how very convenient for avid readers, especially if those readers happen to be dads as well!


Sony Style is an electronic haven for all things entertainment — they’re the leading manufacturer of digital products. Their reputation for producing the clearest graphics and sound make it virtual candy for any media enthusiast! Sony Style’s rolled out new programs, such as the Recycling Program that allows you to recycle their electronic products for free. They’ve introduced personalized engraving on select products, making any electronic gift something sentimental! Capture it, play it, watch it, read it and live it!


Wine.com is an extraordinary online wine store that allows you to shop by price, professional rating, varietals and country. Their selection ranges from vintage wines, aged and delicious to organic wines, fresh and chemical-free. Not only do they carry a huge assortment of wines, but they also have lovely gift baskets suitable for any occasion! A one-stop shop for anyone who is passionate about ‘vino’. CHEERS!


For the sports enthusiast who keeps score at every game, becomes giddy over sports memorabilia or is an unrepentant jock; ESPNShop is the ideal retailer! They have everything imaginable to indulge the sports fan in your life, from a favorite college sweatshirt to baseball gear to hockey pucks to NFL jerseys. ESPNShop is more than just sportswear and equipment, it’s a lifestyle, it’s teams, it’s brands and it’s real gear for real fans!!


If you want a clever and original idea for Father’s Day, something handy for the traveling businessman in your life or you just want to be smart when tax season rolls back around, this gadget is something you may want to consider. Mileage Logger is a compact and portable GPS/Cellular device that calculates mileage automatically by logging your miles from Point A to Point B during your business commutes. With the price of gas skyrocketing toward $5 a gallon and the IRS standard business mileage rate deduction for 2008 at 50.5 cents per mile, the Mileage Logger, accurately proves your mileage and can save thousands a year in tax deductions!

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Gifts For Grads — 2008

Posted on June 4th, 2008 by Corine in lonely planet, myvu, uncommongoods, wolfgang's vault

From grads to dads and brides, June is the triumvirate month of gift giving occasions. In this section we look at GRADS, from both high school and college. What’s the ultimate graduation gift? For some it’s a new car, for others it might be an adventure to an exotic destination and for those working their way through the summer either as interns in order to land that perfect first job or help pay for tuition, it might be something completely practical. We’ve pulled from our list of retailers to find gift ideas to congratulate the broad spectrum of grads in on their accomplishment…


For over 30 years, Lonely Planet has inspired and guided independent travelers to explore the world around them. Their teams of expert travel writers are all about on-the-ground research and no-holds-barred opinion. Lonely Planet is passionate about responsible travel and encourages people to make their impact as positive as possible. Whether it be through their trustworthy guidebooks, innovative downloadable digital guides, award-winning website or cutting-edge television programs, Lonely Planet aims to inspire life-changing travel. With an unmatched reputation for producing well-researched, up-to-date information that travelers can depend on no matter where they’re going, every minute along the way can hold a new experience.

By 2020 it’s estimated that 1.5 billion people will be traveling each year. It’s not hard to understand how each one of us needs to consider our personal contribution to sustaining the natural and cultural wonders of our planet so that future generations can enjoy the same life-changing adventures that come with an awesome travel experience. Today there’s no way of avoiding the importance of traveling responsibly. With information on the website and in the books, the writers and fellow travelers at Lonely Planet hope to inspire you to Travel Widely, Tread Lightly and Give Sustainably by trying a new, far more rewarding, way of traveling.

Through the Lonely Planet Foundation, 5% of all annual profits benefit their charity partners around the globe including, but not limited to, The Moriah Centre – Big Bend, Swaziland, Alola Foundation – East Timor, Conservation, Excavation and Development of the Minaret of Jam, Afghanistan and WaterAid – Africa and Asia.

It’s no wonder that The New York Times calls Lonely Planet, ‘The trusted companions for a generation of independent travelers.’


Video goggles are such a staple of science fiction that it’s hard to imagine anyone actually trying to build a pair. But that’s exactly what MYVU Corporation has done in designing what may very well be the best new high-tech product since the iPod. With their new generation of personal media viewers, MYVU’s shades or crystal video eyewear are the ultimate solutions for viewing broadcast and downloaded entertainment on cell phones and portable media players and is THE must-have accessory for any plane, train or automobile ride where one wants to experience the thrill of a personal and mobile screening room. Both new viewers feature Kopin’s Cyber-Display technology, offering the highest pixel density and the sharpest resolution for its size, a rechargeable battery with up to 10 hours of viewing time for shades and up to four hours of viewing time for crystal. The MYVU viewer takes the output signal from media players such as MP4, DVD and cell phone products and projects a floating image that the user can see around. Their unique glance-down sunglass-inspired design allows viewers to keep aware of their surroundings, maintains natural vision and awareness of the environment in all lighting conditions, while providing an awesome viewing experience for on-the-go lifestyles. Complete with in-ear earbuds for stereo sound, the personal media viewer represents a breakthrough in portable display technology. Definitely way cool!!


Wolfgang’s Vault is home for the past, present and future of live music. It’s the exclusive destination for The Bill Graham Archives, the King Biscuit Flower Hour and the Record Plant along with a dozen other archives. Within the Concert Vault are thousands of carefully restored and archived concert recordings to stream for free, hundreds of which are available for download. Along the walls, halls and inner vaults of Wolfgang’s Vault is the greatest collection of concert posters, rock photography, vintage and retro t-shirts for men, women and even babies, rock gear and concert related memorabilia. Whether you are interested in the performers of the 60s, 70s, 80s or later, or the greatest emerging performers of today, Wolfgang’s Vault is where you’ll find them, and the stories behind the scenes. They are an excellent resource in finding worldwide touring information and offer easy to use ticket sales on their internal box office, Mojam. In addition to all the great stuff above, they offer weekly rock reviews and criticism in the all-new Crawdaddy!: The Original Magazine of Rock – and for the music lover going away to college – Wolfgang’s Vault is also the spot for rockin’ wall décor, throws and more.


UnCommonGoods is an online marketplace offering creatively designed, high-quality merchandise at affordable prices. It combines the treasures of a specialty boutique, the great finds of a craft show, discoveries from a faraway bazaar, along with some enduring classics. Since their very beginning, they’ve featured products that contain recycled components and all the items sold are produced without harm to animals and have an eye to environmental responsibility. UncommonGoods believes that creativity and the expression of individuality represent two great human treasures. They recognize that people are looking for ways to express their individuality and creativity when shopping for themselves and others, a major challenge in today’s chain store-dominated retail environment and have set out to create a business that makes uncommon goods accessible to every one. Their product inventory offers an exciting selection of home décor items, as well as an assortment of distinctive personal accessories. Shopping with them is a true exploration of the different.

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Rosa Parks 381 Mothers Of Freedom Salute

Posted on May 5th, 2008 by Corine in civil + human rights, mother's day, organic style

On Mother’s Day, May 11, 2008, we invite everyone to remember Rosa Parks, the Mother of the Modern Civil Rights Movement, by giving bouquets of lush, vibrant red, long-stemmed, long lasting Freedom® roses to the women you know who have made a difference for freedom, whether by influencing their own personal emancipation or by helping others in achieving theirs.

The first 381 persons to purchase the Freedom® roses will have the opportunity to write a brief dedication to their special person that will be posted on the Rosa Parks website. In addition to honoring your distinctive person, sales of the specially marked Freedom® roses will benefit the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development, which is the legacy organization that Mrs. Parks co-founded with Elaine Eason Steele in 1987.

Why is the number 381 significant? Because that’s how many days a citywide bus boycott led by Martin Luther King, Jr. lasted to mark her courageous act in 1955 to remain seated rather than to stand aside while on a crowded, segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Her quite determination to remain seated and subsequent arrest for making that decision ultimately changed the course of our nation. On February 1, 1956, the Montgomery Improvement Association filed suit in the U.S. District Court, challenging the constitutionality of segregated public transportation. In June of 1956, the U.S. District Court ruled in favor of the Improvement Association and the decision declaring segregation on buses unconstitutional was adopted and implemented on December 20, 1956.

We encourage you to take this opportunity to add your ‘freedom fighter’ to the Rosa Parks public honor roll. Visit Organic Style to participate and let the world know whom you want to honor with this distinction. Orders must be received by May 7, 2008 to comfortably meet shipping deadlines. Please pass this e-mail on to others who are advocates for freedom and wish to assist in carrying on the work of Rosa Parks.

I realize we have a very short turn-around on this promotion, but we are happy to honor Mrs. Rosa Parks’ incredible legacy at Mother’s Day with our special 10% contribution offer, matched by another 10% from Organic Style for a total of 20%. We hope you will keep her in your thoughts as well by purchasing these lush, vibrant red roses through our site now and throughout the year to support The Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development.

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It’s All About The Pampering…

Posted on May 3rd, 2008 by Corine in bliss, health + beauty, mother's day, relax the back, sephora, spafinder, wellness

With Mother’s Day just ahead we thought it might be nice to take a look at some of our wellness and beauty retailers. Who wouldn’t want a spa break, relief from an aching back or access to the largest inventory of cosmetics and fragrances? I know a winning combination when I see one – imagine a gift certificate from each of these merchants below – what a way to heighten mom’s inner beauty!


SpaFinder’s mission is to empower people to find their perfect wellness experiences. They are a media company that is dedicated to the global spa marketplace promoting well-being experiences through vertical search, magazines/directories, reservation technology and gift programs. They stimulate industry growth by connecting consumers and providers everywhere, EVERYDAY! They are the ultimate in finding your special place of serenity and guiding you to a peaceful experience.


Bliss has ignited a modern spa revolution by combining a clever menu of super-effective services and a wide range of beauty products wrapped with fun, ‘tongue-in-cheek’ appeal. And after a million massages, a trillion triple oxygen treatments and about a bazillion Brazilians, they’ve learned how to pass that ‘post-spa glow’ on to you with their expert esthetician advice, cutting-edge concoctions or trailblazing treatments. They’ve stockpiled some serious science savvy. They’ve done their ‘foam-work’ and they make good grooming, good fun. In fact, they’ve elevated good grooming to such heights that they’re the onboard amenity for all jetBlue Airways overnight flights and are featured at W Hotels nationwide, as well as, in Bliss spas from Los Angeles to London… We’re talkin’ blissful here!


Relax The Back offers posture and back support products and self care solutions to end the epidemic of back and neck pain and help in its prevention. Because Relax The Back stores are the most innovative medically driven nationwide back care retailer, the health care industry response to Relax The Back has been vigorous. By continuing to educate consumers and revitalizing its merchandising, Relax The Back maintains the unique position as a specialty health care retailer with products specifically designed for one of five lifestyle zones — Office, Home, Sleep, Travel and Health & Fitness. With over 100 stores nationwide and in Canada, Relax The Back Corporation has a proven track record of sales, customer satisfaction, and success.


Sephora.com offers the largest and most widely diverse selection of beauty products available on the Internet. It’s the comprehensive online go-to source for all your beauty needs. From hard-to-find brands to classic names to their own, Sephora Collection to – who knows – perhaps you’ll even find a new ’soon to be favorite’. With easy access to over 12,000 products and more than 175 brands that are likely to include your preferred fragrances, cosmetics, skincare, hair-care, bath and body products, Sephora.com complements the beauty that is already, uniquely you.

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How Does Your Garden Grow?

Posted on May 2nd, 2008 by Corine in gardener's supply company, smith & hawken, teleflora, windowbox.com

Whether it’s YOUR mother or OUR Mother in a greater sense, there is no doubt that these two forces of nature appear to work hand-in-hand, enriching our lives with an appreciation for all things living and green. What better way to help nourish this special gift than by remembering mom with the bounty of earth’s beauty by sending exceptionally fresh florals or by providing the right supplies to make her garden grow greener still.


Any outdoor space, from the grandest garden to the coziest balcony, holds the potential to be extraordinary. Smith & Hawken is the premier authority in outdoor living, dedicated to providing products distinguished by authenticity, style and above all, fine craftsmanship. Consistently developing an expanding number of product categories, Smith & Hawken offers a range of outdoor furniture, garden structure, lighting, outdoor entertaining and décor, plants and containers. Products are produced with the highest quality materials, including Premium Teak™ furniture, which is environmentally farmed plantation teak from the island of Java, where the government stringently enforces teak production and replanting. Environmentally conscious and known for their ongoing commitment to form and function, Smith & Hawken products will never cease to amaze and delight you.


Teleflora has been connecting special occasion customers with the nation’s leading floral designers for more than 70 years. With over 23,000 member florists throughout the U.S. and Canada and an additional 20,000-affiliated florists outside North America, all their arrangements are professionally crafted by local designers using only the freshest flowers available. This extensive network, coupled with their commitment to exceptional customer service and attention to detail means that when you send flowers from Teleflora, you can be confident that you’re sending the best of nature’s beauty, ready for immediate enjoyment in its complimentary vase.


Windowbox.com provides useful information, advice and supplies to help people experience the joys of growing plants in containers. They encourage horticultural therapy, which is the study of people/plant relationships and how gardening and working with plants can be used to promote mental, physical, and emotional health. Windowbox.com also encourages community gardens to enrich people’s lives with the natural bliss that plants provide to one’s creativity and soul. All of the necessary resources you need are available on windowbox.com as well as gardening tools, containers, seeds and plants that will deepen your relationship with nature.


Gardener’s Supply Company is a gardener’s haven. They offer everything from seed supplies and garden furniture to flower supports and garden carts. They are passionate in providing earth-friendly products that will aide in the joy of planting and maintaining one’s personal garden. What sets Gardener’s Supply Company apart is their 8% pre-taxed profits to gardening related initiatives and organizations working in the areas of sustainable agriculture, the environment and hunger. So go out and make the world a better place, starting with your own backyard. Plant something and bring a little beauty to world.

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Action Sports Retailers

Posted on April 16th, 2008 by Corine in backcountry.com, becker surfboards, buy green, dogfunk.com, environmentalism, motorcycle superstore, recycled

With summer fast approaching, I thought it might be a good time to highlight some of our Action Sports retailers. From sand and surf to hiking, snow-boarding and ridin’ the trails, this short overview is certain to get you in the mood for some daring outdoor fun.


Becker Surfboards–the retailer that brings all things ‘Surf’ to the water sports enthusiast! Their awesome selection of surfboards, threads and gear will make your mouth “water.” Based in Southern California, Becker Surfboards offers a website that allows you access to the best in boards, bikinis, wetsuits and surf gear! Plus – through their relationship with Surf Aid International and their extensive line of Surf Aid wear — Becker Surfboards helps them raise money to improve health conditions for people living in isolated coastal regions worldwide favored by the surfing community. Watch for Becker Surfboards to expand their fundraising efforts to include other water-based environmental groups soon…

The Men’s Billabong Peace Out board-shorts are made of Eco-Supreme Suede polyester, made from recycled textiles and plastic soda bottles. They feature hand-peace-sign flags of the world screen prints over a camo pattern, a velcro fly with a drawstring waist, plus a right side patch pocket with an embroidered velcro-flap closure (and an internal board tool).

Men’s and women’s Sanuk vagabond slip-on sandals — Funky canvas slip-ons with a bit of a twist on the traditional look — visible distressed seams – side ventilation holes — a shoe upper on a sandal bottom. This handmade sandal is super comfy, so get them while you can!

And while you’re shopping, let’s not forget their HUGE collection of swimwear from all our favorite brands.


backcountry.com is dedicated to being the “best online retailer of the best-built outdoor and backcountry gear on the planet. “ Their motto reigns true! For all of your outdoor adventures, backcountry.com encourages passionate outdoorsman to buy only the best in comfortable clothing that will survive the wild and all the outdoor gear you need to fulfill your pursuits with Mother Nature. From rock climbing, skiing, snowboarding, trail running, kayaking or simply walking in the woods, backcountry.com suits ALL of your needs!

What I especially admire about backcoutry.com is their commitment to the environment. With their line of ‘gear that gives back’, The Green Goat offers a selection of brands and products that incorporate environmentally friendly design, manufacture, and / or materials.

The Green Team’s efforts to decrease their impact include:

  • Wind Power: Purchased 1,500,000-kilowatt hours of renewable energy credits (RECs) to offset 100% of current electricity usage for headquarters and warehouse.
  • Internal recycling program: backcountry’s employees strive to recycle all cardboard, plastic, metal, paper, and Styrofoam waste.
  • backcountry.com supports: www.makeearthdayeveryday.com


From the hottest winter boots to the best snowboards around…Dogfunk.com is a retailer after our own hearts. We await the first snowfall, so that we can stock up on all things winter-fun! From Burton to O-Matic to Nitro…the snowboard range is stellar and will suit all of your boarding needs! And, if you have the hottest board on the mountain, then you’ll want the best winter gear. Dogfunk’s clothing is beyond comfortable…their men and women’s clothing and accessories will make you wish it were winter year round!


Motorcycle Superstore is a “HOG’S” HEAVEN! For those who bike as a hobby or ride a motorcycle to work, you’ll love the options available at this online mega-store. Motorcycle Superstore stocks the largest variety of motorcycle helmets, jackets, boots, bike accessories and even cycle tires! So much to choose from…it will inspire you to run your engine and ride on!

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Children’s Collection — Books and Toys

Posted on April 9th, 2008 by Corine in autism, barnes & noble, fao schwarz, health + human services, magic cabin, toys "r" us


Toys “R” Us has been a favorite destination for kids and grown ups alike with its impressive assortment of toys, games, sporting goods, electronics, software, baby products, children’s apparel and juvenile furniture. They offer an unparalleled selection of new toys, old favorites and Toys “R” Us exclusives. We don’t want to grow up, we’re Toys “R” Us kids!

We especially want to draw attention to the Toys “R” Us guide for differently-abled kids and hope you’ll support the good work this company does for Autism Speaks’ Walk Now For Autism.


Barnes&Noble.com, how we love thee, let us count the ways: a sanctuary of all things literature, video and music. With an easy to maneuver site, Barnes&Noble.com allows you to purchase rare books as well as current bestsellers, a vast array of dvd’s and every genre of music. If you think you can spend hours wandering around their retail stores, imagine doing it in the comfort of your own home!

With our focus on Autism this month, we wanted to let you know that in April, more than 500 Barnes & Noble stores around the country will host special autism Storytimes. Everyone who has been touched by autism should know about them and we have a complete listing of all the event times and locations right here.


Founded over 145 years ago, F.A.O. SCHWARZ has evolved from a simple toy store into a celebrated destination retailer who enchants customers and ensures purchases become memories that last a lifetime. The store is a source of wonder and a trusted resource for new generations, a wondrous and fulfilling place to shop, offering the most unique toys and products from around the world.


Magic Cabin is guided by the simple notion that children’s lives are enriched by ample time for open-ended creative, imaginative play. They stand for good-old-fashioned make-believe and in children’s innate need to interact with simple, natural toys and crafts. With ‘kid-powered’ toys rather than those requiring batteries, Magic Cabin safeguards this special time in a child’s life by carefully choosing products that are beautiful, charming, time-tested and most of all FUN!

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