FAB Daily Deal Site

Fab is one of my favorite daily sites because they are more than just a regular daily site.

They have a superb selection of items, which are carefully selected.

While their products do not have the steep discount of other sites, they are items that I wouldn't have found on my own.

I like to save money whenever possible, but that does not mean I wont purchase an item I really like at regular price.

Fab is everyday design. People use Fab to discover everyday design products at great prices, to connect with the world's most exciting designers, and to share their favorite design inspirations.

Here is the background on FAB from their press kit:

Core Beliefs

Fab is everyday design. Our mission is to make our customers, partners and
employees smile.

How it Works

The Fab website and mobile apps offer exclusive access to daily curated design sales
featuring emerging designers and iconic design brands. Membership is free and is
open to everyone. We believe everyone, everywhere benefits from great design.

Company History

Fab was founded in February 2011 by serial entrepreneur Jason Goldberg (XING AG,
socialmedian, and Jobster) and design industry veteran Bradford Shellhammer (Dwell,
Blu Dot and Design Within Reach). Originally introduced as social networking site
Fabulis, Fab launched on June 9, 2011, as the marketplace for everyday design.
As of July 2012 Fab has more than 5 million members in 20 countries. Fab reached 1
million members in just 5 months; faster than Facebook, Groupon and Twitter. The
company has worked with over 5,000 design partners and has over 400 employees.

Funding

Over $150M in funding as of July 2012. Combination of an early-stage round of funding
(1M) in June 2011, a Series A round (8M) in July 2011, a personal investment from CEO
Jason Goldberg, a Series B round (40M) in December 2011 and a Series C round
(105M) in July 2012.

Fab.com investors include: A Grade Investment, Jon Anderson, Andreessen
Horowitz, Atomico, Baroda Ventures, Don Baer, First Round Capital, Troy Carter,
Docomo Capital, Jason Goldberg, Lars Hinrichs, Mark Kingdon, Ashton Kutcher, Ben
Ling, Mayfield Fund, Menlo Ventures, Allen Morgan, Dave Morgan, Guy Oseary,
Pinnacle Ventures, Kevin Rose, ru-Net Technology Partners, SoftTech VC, SV Angel,
Dave Tisch, Thrive Capital, The Washington Post Company, and Zelkova Ventures.

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Find Today's Daily Deal on the Best in New York!

 Find Today's Daily Deal on the Best in New York!

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MYHABIT Deal Website

Exclusive deals from MYHABIT.COM. Get up to 60% off designer clothing, shoes and accessories for women, men and children

Why Join MYHABIT.COM?

• Free Membership
• Free Four Day Shipping
• Free Returns for Credit at MYHABIT.com or Endless.com
• Up to 60% off Designer Labels

Share Your Habit

Earn $20 to spend on MYHABIT for each friend who accepts your invitation! We'll credit your account when their first order ships.*

About MYHABIT.COM

• MYHABIT is a private fashion sale site offering up to 60% off hand-picked selections from designer and boutique brands. Founded by Amazon.com, MYHABIT sets a new standard in convenience, offering free, instant membership; fast, free shipping on U.S. orders and free return shipping in the U.S., as well as fast $25 international shipping to 50+ countries. The site also offers shoppers a complete fashion experience including 360-video shot on models, lavish photography and editorial segments.

• Most events start daily at 9 AM PT/ 12 PM ET and last 72 hours. Prices are up to 60% off list prices. Categories include women’s, men’s, and children’s fashion and accessories, as well as home, toys, books and beauty products.

• MYHABIT was created by Amazon.com in response to customers' desires to shop intelligently from a selection of designer and boutique brands. Our events, offering prices up to 60% off, are inspired by the amazing brands themselves, combined with the dedication and passion of our members. We are a unique destination within the private sale space because we merge the most innovative technology in the online retail space with a serious focus on style.

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High-End consignment shop in NYC: Second Time Around

Looking for a High-End consignment shop in NYC?

How about Second Time Around?

They have many locations in the city, which makes it convenient shop. Go Here to review locations. 

They also have a loyalty program, here are the details:

Frequent Buyer Card 

Whether you're a regular shopper or an STA newbie, our Frequent Buyer Card is your ticket to shopping rewards. For every item that you purchase over $10, you'll receive one Frequent Buyer point. Earn ten points, and we'll issue you a $10 STA credit!

About Us

Second Time Around is a premier consignment company, offering our customers and consignors the best in upscale resale. For over 35 years, we have grown from a single store to 33 boutiques, bringing affordable, high-end style to 12 states.

As the backbone of our mission for upscale consignment, we also want our
consignors to have a quality experience with us. This is why we are one of the only companies to provide online accounts so that each consignor can track their sales in real time.

To maintain our commitment to the finest selection of coveted designer pieces, our trained staff creates an inventory of new and mint-condition pieces to bring an exciting element to every shopping experience. Whether you are looking for an investment piece as a staple to your wardrobe, or you want a dazzling cocktail dress.

From Soho to Georgetown to Portsmouth, our selection takes the shape of the store's community, giving you a truly upscale, personal experience each and every time!

Picture source: http://www.secondtimearound.net/about-us.aspx

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List of Manhattan Consignment Shops

Here is a list of Manhattan Consignment Shops:

• New & Almost New 65 Mercer St., NYC, 10012
  (212) 226-6677
• Kidding Around 68-70 Bleecker St., NYC, 10012 
  (212) 598-0228
• First & Second Cousin 142 7th Ave. S., NYC, 10014
  (212) 929-8048
• Exchange Unlimited 563 2nd Ave., NYC, 10016
  (212) 889-3229
• Ritz Thrift Shop 107 W. 57th St., NYC, 10019
  (212) 265-4559
• Good-Byes Children's Resale Shop 230 E. 78th St.
  NYC, 10021, (212) 794-2301
• A Second Chance 1133 Lexington Ave., NYC, 10021
  (212) 744-6041
• Michael's: The Consignment Shop for Women 
  1041 Madison Ave., NYC, 10021, (212) 737-7273
• Second Act Children's Resale Shop 1046 Madison Ave.
  NYC, 10021, (212) 988-2440
• Encore Resale Dress Shop 1132 Madison Ave.
  NYC, 10028, (212) 879-2850
• Renate's 235 E. 81st St., NYC, 10028
  (212) 472-1698
• Gentleman's Resale 303 E. 81st St., NYC, 10028
  (212) 734-2739
• Designer Resale 324 E. 81st St., NYC, 10028
  (212) 734-3637
• Once Upon A Tieme 171 E. 92nd St., NYC, 10128
  (212) 831-7619
• Pretty Plus Plus 1309 Madison Ave., NYC, 10128
  (212) 427-4724

Looking for more stores, click on the below Consignment Directory:

http://www.thethriftshopper.com/

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Retro Crosley Radios : Great deals at Foundary!

Retro Crosley  Radios : Great deals at Foundary! 

Not a member yet? Click Here to Register

STARTING at: $65.00
RETAIL PRICE: $89.00

PRICE: $48.00
RETAIL PRICE: $117.00

PRICE: $185.00
RETAIL PRICE: $299.00

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Reminder:ULTA Beauty’s Cut-A-Thon

The Salon at ULTA Beauty’s Cut-A-Thon is taking place on Sunday, October 14 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at all  ULTA Beauty stores nationwide.

You'll receive a Free  cut, shampoo and style by ULTA Beauty’s professionally trained stylists or a Free Mini-facial (For a minimum suggested donation of $10)

One hundred percent of Cut-A-Thon proceeds will be donated to BCRF ( The Breast Cancer Research Foundation)

The Salon at ULTA Beauty uses Redken and CHI professional products.

Make your appointment now. To find a location near you, click HERE.

Can't attend, but will like to donate?

For details on ULTA Beauty’s Donate with a Kiss campaign visit ulta.com/donatewithakiss.

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Reminder: ULTA Beauty’s Cut-A-Thon

The Salon at ULTA Beauty’s Cut-A-Thon is taking place on Sunday, October 14 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at all  ULTA Beauty stores nationwide.

You'll receive a Free  cut, shampoo and style by ULTA Beauty’s professionally trained stylists or a Free Mini-facial (For a minimum suggested donation of $10)

One hundred percent of Cut-A-Thon proceeds will be donated to BCRF ( The Breast Cancer Research Foundation)

The Salon at ULTA Beauty uses Redken and CHI professional products.

Make your appointment now. To find a location near you, click HERE.

Can't attend, but will like to donate?

For details on ULTA Beauty’s Donate with a Kiss campaign visit ulta.com/donatewithakiss.

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ULTA Beauty’s Cut-A-Thon

The Salon at ULTA Beauty’s Cut-A-Thon is taking place on Sunday, October 14 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at all  ULTA Beauty stores nationwide.

You'll receive a Free  cut, shampoo and style by ULTA Beauty’s professionally trained stylists or a Free Mini-facial (For a minimum suggested donation of $10)

One hundred percent of Cut-A-Thon proceeds will be donated to BCRF ( The Breast Cancer Research Foundation)

The Salon at ULTA Beauty uses Redken and CHI professional products.

Make your appointment now. To find a location near you, click HERE.

Can't attend, but will like to donate?

For details on ULTA Beauty’s Donate with a Kiss campaign visit ulta.com/donatewithakiss.

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Deer Mountain Day Camp Special Event: Saturday, 10/14

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FREE Halloween Party for Kids on the Upper West Side... (Oct 28, 2012)

FREE Halloween Party for Kids on the Upper West Side 2012 Event to be held at the following time, date, and location: Sunday, October 28, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (EDT) Big Apple Portraits 143 W 72nd St New York, NY 10023 View Map

. FREE Halloween Party for Kids on the Upper West Side 2012 Big Apple Portraits Sunday, October 28, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (EDT) New York, NY

Click Here to Register http://bigapplehalloween-eorg.eventbrite.com/

For families with kids ages 0-99. 

This year, in addition to ghoulishly fun portraits for kids in costume on different Halloween backdrops, we will have spooky crafts, wicked music and dance entertainment, creepy creatures and more!

We love throwing free parties. Kids will have lots of fun with FREE music, crafts, dance, and more.From 10am to 3pm there are activities for kids and adults. It's a party that shouldn't be missed.

Yes, free music, dance, crafts, and more! And creative portraits for kids in costume.

WHEN RSVPING CHOOSE A TIME SLOT FOR YOUR ARRIVAL. THESE ARE TIME SENSITIVE TICKETS. 

RSVP before October 15th and get automatically entered to win a free VIP pass. 

We are offering special VIP Passes to our Halloween Party! The VIP Pass allows you to come during any slots, skip the lines and includes your choice of one of three photography packages:

(2) 8x10's & (4) wallets
(3) 4x6's & (4) wallets
(2) 8x10's & (2) 4x6's

It also includes exclusive access to the party during our VIP hours and moves you directly to the front of the line for photos during the entire day.

We will be raffling off one VIP Pass to one of the first 100 people to R.S.V.P. 

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Blood Bar

One Charming Party

Another great inspiration by One Charming Party. I would have never thought of a Blood Bar.

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Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween Safety Tips

Information provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics

ALL DRESSED UP:

• Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.
• Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and Trick-or-Treat bags for greater visibility.
• Because masks can limit or block eyesight, consider non-toxic makeup and decorative hats as safer alternatives. Hats should fit properly to prevent them from sliding over eyes.
• When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories look for and purchase those with a label clearly indicating they are flame resistant.
• If a sword, cane, or stick is a part of your child's costume, make sure it is not sharp or too long. A child may be easily hurt by these accessories if he stumbles or trips.
• Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all children and their escorts.
• Do not use decorative contact lenses without an eye examination and a prescription from an eye care professional. While the packaging on decorative lenses will often make claims such as “one size fits all,” or “no need to see an eye specialist,” obtaining decorative contact lenses without a prescription is both dangerous and illegal. This can cause pain, inflammation, and serious eye disorders and infections, which may lead to permanent vision loss.
• Teach children how to call 9-1-1 (or their local emergency number) if they have an emergency or become lost.

CARVING A NICHE:

• Small children should never carve pumpkins. Children can draw a face with markers.  Then parents can do the cutting.
• Consider using a flashlight or glow stick instead of a candle to light your pumpkin. If you do use a candle, a votive candle is safest.
• Candlelit pumpkins should be placed on a sturdy table, away from curtains and other flammable objects, and should never be left unattended.

STROLLER SAFETY:

• Make sure you put your stroller in a secure area if leaving outside of a building.  Use a stroller lock if available.
• Strap your child in the stroller to prevent him/her from falling out.
• Only cross the street in a cross walk.
• Use the brakes on the stroller when not in use.
• Lots of costumes can be big and bulky.  It's always best to slip them on your child once they are out of the stroller as the buckles won’t fit as snug as they should.  It can also be very uncomfortable for the kids to be sitting for long periods of time in a sweaty costume. 

ON THE TRICK-OR-TREAT TRAIL:

• A parent or responsible adult should always accompany young children.
• If your older children are going alone, plan and review the route that is acceptable to you. Agree on a specific time when they should return home.
• Only go to buildings that you are familiar with.
• If you are trick or treating in New York City, chances are you will be visiting many apartment buildings.  Walking a building feels likes an entire neighborhood to most kids.  You won't want to wait for the elevator and will most likely be walking the stairwells.  Make sure your children wear comfortable shoes.  Forgo the princess heels and put on the sneakers! (adults too)
• For an outdoors trick or treat experience walk down Madison Avenue or any other street where stores are open late.  The sales people love to see the kids dressed up and will sometimes give our goodies!  Many of these streets are a well-lit safe place to walk.
• Because pedestrian injuries are the most common injuries to children on Halloween, remind Trick-or Treaters:
• Stay in a group and communicate where they will be going.
• Carry a cell phone for quick communication.
• Remain on well-lit streets and always use the sidewalk.
• If no sidewalk is available, walk at the far edge of the roadway facing traffic.
• Only cross the street as a group in established crosswalks (as recognized by local custom). Never cross between parked cars or out driveways.
• Don't assume the right of way. Motorists may have trouble seeing Trick-or-Treaters. Just because one car stops, doesn't mean others will!
• Law enforcement authorities should be notified immediately of any suspicious or unlawful activity.

HEALTHY HALLOWEEN:

• A good meal prior to parties and trick-or-treating will discourage youngsters from filling up on Halloween treats.
• Consider purchasing non-food treats for those who visit your home, such as coloring books or pens and pencils.
• Wait until children are home to sort and check treats. Though tampering is rare, a responsible adult should closely examine all treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped or suspicious items.
• Try to ration treats for the days following Halloween.

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Oktoberfest in New York 2012

Oktoberfest in New York 2012

It doesn't matter whether you are in New York City or call Upstate New York home. You can find a place to celebrate Oktoberfest with the 2.2 million other New Yorkers that share German ancestry. And if you aren't German, who cares? Check out these celebrations of German heritage for good food and good beer.

Use code BEAR12F for $10 off ( restrictions apply)

Oktoberfest NYC
NY, NY
September 22 – October 7, 2012

Steuben Parade
NY, NY
September 15, 2012

Zum Schneider Oktoberfest
NY, NY
September 29 – October 14, 2012

Bierhaus Oktoberfest
NY, NY
Monday – Friday, September 10-14, 2012

Das Best Oktoberfest
New York, NY

October 20, 2012

NYC Oktoberfest Street Festival on Lexington Avenue
NY, NY
September 30, 2012

230 Fifth Oktoberfest
NY, NY
September 29, 2012

Oktoberfest Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY
September 13, 2012

Buffalo Oktoberfest
September 28-29, 2012

Buffalo Harbor Oktoberfest
Buffalo, NY
September 22, 2012

Hamburg Oktoberfest
Hamburg, NY
September 15, 2012

Ukranian American Civic Center Oktoberfest
Buffalo, NY
Saturday, September 22, 2012

Falls Street Oktoberfest
Niagara Falls, NY
October 13, 2012

Oktoberfest NY
Irondequoit, NY
September 14-16 and September 21-22, 2012

Great Syracuse Oktoberfest
Syracuse, New York
September 21-23, 2012

Baldwinsville Oktoberfest
Baldwinsville, NY
Friday, September 14, 2012

Most Holy Rosary Oktoberfest
Maine, NY
October 5-7, 2012

Lake George Oktoberfest
Lake George, NY
October 13, 2012

Hague Oktoberfest
Hague, NY
September 21-23, 2012

Brookside Museum Oktoberfest
Saratoga County, NY
Saturday, October 13, 2012

Oktoberfest Block Party
Albany, NY
Saturday, October 6, 2012

Hunter Mountain Oktoberfest
Hunter, NY
September 29-30, October 6-7, 2012

Whiteface Oktoberfest
Wilmington, NY
September 29-30, 2012

Bear Mountain Oktoberfest
Bear Mountain, NY
Weekends from September 15 – October 28, 2012

Oktoberfest at Island Park
Wellsville, NY
October 6, 2012

A Room To Heal 2nd annual Oktoberfest fundraiser
Vestal, NY
September 14, 2012

Oktobeerfest NY
Malta, NY
October 13, 2012

Some of these Oktoberfest parties might be smaller than in Munich. Try this list of the largest Oktoberfests in the United States for the most popular and attended celebrations of German heritage. You should also check the lists of nearby states that also celebrate Oktoberfest:Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Vermont.

Whether you have found a festival to enjoy or you will be celebrating from home, Funtober has some other resources that will help you prepare for Oktoberfest. Read about the history of Oktoberfest. Learn about Oktoberfest beer. Find the words to Oktoberfest music. Plan yourOktoberfest outfit. And try cooking some of these Oktoberfest recipes.

Source:
http://www.funtober.com/oktoberfest/newyork/

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Village Halloween Parade

This year's Parade will be on Wednesday, October 31, 2012  @ 7 p.m.

All Those in Costume are Welcome to Join Hundreds of Puppets, 53 Bands of Different Types of Music, Dancers and Artists, and Thousands of other New Yorkers in Costumes of their Own Creation in the Nation's Most Wildly Creative Public Participatory Event in the Greatest City in the World!

Live: On 6th Avenue from Spring Street to 16th Street  from 7:00pm - 10:30pm

TV:  WPIX CHANNEL 11: 7:30pm - 10:00pm, and on NY 1: 8:00pm - 9:30pm

 We are proud to announce that this program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.

Source: http://www.halloween-nyc.com/

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October is Breast Cancer Month

Every year I buy a couple of pieces to support the cause. This year its going to be different. I am going to raise funds. I plan to purchase a couple of items from Dollardays.com and sell them. The proceeds will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure


October is Breast Cancer Month: Order Now at DollarDays.com

Dollardays.com has some great deals on Breast Cancer Awareness month.

Some the Items available:

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DollarDays is a premiere online wholesale distributor and closeout company.

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