Live Nativity on the Clocktower Green, courtesy of Hudson First Congregational Church
Caroling all around town
Meet Santa and his elves: 11 AM - 1 PM at the Hudson Visitor Center; 1:30-3:30 PM at Gwendolyn Elizabeth; 4-6 PM at Scout & Molly's. Santa's transportation courtesy of Sedan or Van Transportation.
First & Main will have horse drawn carriage rides, a hot cocoa warm up station, and kids' crafts & activities. Operation Snowflake and Stuff the Humvee Toy Drive for NEOPAT from 12-5 PM.
Hudson Community Choruses (Adult, Youth & Children) present an intergenerational choral celebration at the First Congregational Church. Details at hudsoncommunitychorus.org.
Refreshments, specials, events and giveaways at many members of The Merchants of Hudson (see our Facebook page for all the details):
Hudson Visitor Center (27 E. Main St., Old Town Hall) - Visit with Santa (11 AM to 1 PM) and enter to win a limited edition Collectors Boxed Set of the two Hudson Clocktowers.
Epiphany - For every $30 you spend, get 5 EPIPHANY dollars to spend in the store between now and the end of the year.
Fair Trade on Main - Special savings and sampling of our fair trade treats - coffee, tea, dried fruit, cane sugar, and more! For each $100 purchase, receive a free Christmas Ornament of your choice.
Great Clips of Hudson - From Thanksgiving through Christmas, donate a nonperishable food item and receive a certificate good for $3 off your January/February Haircut.
Hudson's Restaurant - Buy $50 in Hudson's Restaurant Gift Cards and receive a $10 gift certificate from us! Collecting new unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots until Dec. 13th.
The Learned Owl Book Shop - Between 1 and 3 PM, meet authors Irv Korman and Ruth Kim. Also, enter our Leg Lamp raffle - all proceeds go to the Hudson Food Pantry.
Nicky Nicole - Our 12th Annual Holiday Open House! Make a FREE Jingle Bell Necklace from noon to 4 PM. Listen to our Brass Choir and Holiday Carolers from noon to 3 PM. Free $10 Nicky Nicole Gift Card with any $100 purchase.
Off MainStreet Salon, Rejuvenation Center & Spa - Enjoy appetizers, pastries, & wine while you save on many service packages, plus save 20% on all products. Enter our raffle to win a basket of products!
Sedan or Van Transportation - Through the holidays, take $5 off your transportation to all local airports. Or take 10% off your first ride - just mention "MOH". Please call 330-256-6422.
(Sub)urban Sit is collecting donations during December for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. Also, for every toy purchased at Suburban Sit during December, we will donate a toy from our store on your behalf.
December events
Friday, Dec. 2-Sunday, Dec. 4
Holiday Open House, Nicky Nicole
will be hosting an Open House December 4th from 12-5 PM. All products will be 20% off, and there will be discounts on some hair and nail packages. Purchase any gift certificate of $100.00 or more and receive a complimentary Hand paraffin treatment. Come for the fun, door prizes and of course the food and friendship!
Come out for a fun-filled five mile road race through the streets of Hudson!
Mistletoe Mile at 8 AM / Frosty 5 Mile at 8:30 AM / Saturday, December 24th
Registration: $35 (through December 23).
Register anytime for the Mistletoe Mile Fun Run: Only $10! (including race day). Finishers Ribbon to ALL participants. 2017 Collectible Ornament to first 150 registered.
Run in your ugly sweater for a chance to win $50! Winner must run in the sweater. Prize is a Vertical Runner gift certificate.
Destination Hudson Holiday Basket Raffle Drawing after the race. Tickets available during registration and at the Visitors Center.
You are cordially invited to a
Reception for the Artists
Friday, December 9, 5-8 PM (during the 2nd Friday Art Hop)
Destination Hudson/Visitor Center
27 E. Main Street (in the Old Town Hall on the Green)
Tara Keely Trunk Show - December 8-11
Visit us to experience the latest Tara Keely collection this weekend only. Designed by Lazaro Perez, these styles are inspired by feminine silhouettes and soft alluring fabrics. With a mix of detailed lace, lush tulle, and accents of shimmering sparkle, this wedding gown collection offers brides the ideal romantic vision. Affordable style, made in the USA!
Trunk Show Incentives:
10% off your purchase of a Nicole Miller bridal gown
25% off an accessory of your choice
Complimentary monogram sewn into your gown
Sara Gabriel Accessories Trunk Show - December 15-17
The Sara Gabriel Accessories Trunk Show is not to be missed! From lovely headpieces, to stunning veils, this is the opportunity to find the perfect accessories to go with your dream gown.
These hand-made pieces are fashioned with Swarovski crystals and details that truly make them one of a kind. Each veil is made with delicate simplicity and beautiful detail! You can experience the latest designs in bridal jewelry, belts, sashes, hair wraps, head pieces, over skirts and beaded straps.
You can find every last detail of your perfect wedding day look during this one weekend!
10% OFF your total Sara Gabriel order.
Nicole Miller Trunk Show - December 30-January 2
Join us for this amazing trunk show! Nicole Miller bridal gowns are perfect for a destination, backyard, or cathedral wedding. With their body-hugging silhouettes and light-weight fabrics, you are sure to be comfortable on your wedding day. We love the beautiful silhouettes these gowns create and the stunning trains that lay effortlessly as you walk down the aisle.
Trunk Show Incentives:
10% off your purchase of a Nicole Miller bridal gown
Prose and Cons is local author Amanda Flower's twentieth published book. To celebrate, Amanda is donating $1 for every copy of the novel sold by December 20th to local food pantry, the Landing, located in Akron, Ohio. The Learned Owl will also make an additional $1 donation for every copy of the novel preordered or sold through the bookstore through December 20th.
To order a personalized & signed copy of Prose and Cons, please leave the name who you would like the book signed to in the comment portion of the online order form. Amanda will also be signing at The Owl on Saturday, December 10th, 1-3 PM.
For kids of all ages
Grow Your Heart 3 Sizes at The Learned Owl in December
Beginning December 1st, children of all ages are invited to come to The Learned Owl to pick up their "Official Good Deed Tracker Booklet". Celebrate the 25 Days of Grinch-mas and give back to your community (and family!) by doing at least one good deed a day. When you have filled your booklet, we'll give you a sticker to add to our Grinch poster. Then join us on Sunday, December 18th at 2 PM to hear the Grinch's story and enjoy Christmas goodies and cocoa!
Drop-in Gingerbread House Decorating Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 AM-3 PM
All supplies will be provided; please bring a non-perishable food item for The Landing, a food pantry in Akron.
Polar Express Story Time Friday, December 16, 6:30-8 PM
A couple of very special elves have told us that some children in the area couldn't snag tickets to ride the Polar Express this year. Since Christmas is what they do best, they want to invite you to come to the book shop for a reading of the book by Chris Van Allsburg. Wear your coziest pajamas, bring your favorite bedtime friend or blankie and be ready to snuggle in to hear this magical story. The elves are planning to make hot chocolate and Christmas cookies, and everyone will go home with a small gift. Please call 330-653-2252 to reserve your spot!
We are now serving from our seasonal Fall Menu for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. New menu items include Apple Pizza, Tapenade Toast, Lamb Bolognese, Hawaiian Ahi Tuna Steak, Crispy Duck Confit, Bone-In Short Rib, Tempura Cauliflower, Autumn Chopped Salad and more... Stop in to try one of the many incredible new menu items created by chef Shawn Monday and his staff.
(Complete menu can be found on our website)
would be happy to make a donation to your favorite non-profit or event in our community.
We would be honored to offer raffle prizes, silent or live auction items to support your cause. Our Personal Trainer in a Duffle Bag prize package includes a Fitness Together duffel bag filled with tons of workout goodies, as well as a gift certificate for personal training at one of our studios.
We look forward to partnering with you to spread the gift of wellness this holiday season!
Fitness Together will donate a Personal Trainer in a Duffel Bag prize package valued at $549 to your favorite local charity!
Painting parties are lots of fun! No art skill needed - perfect for beginners! They're great for girls' night out, birthday / bachelorette parties, team building, church groups, and families.
HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Hold a painting party with 6 people (you + 5 friends) and YOU paint for free! Call today to schedule your party: 216-789-2751. The holidays book quickly - don't miss out!
Barbara Nagel Rosene is a Grammy-nominated New York City vocalist who is also a painter. She has had a musical career with The Harry James Orchestra and Vince Girordano's Nighthawks, as well as with her own New Yorkers. Barbara is a self-taught painter. She is inspired by history and music to create joyful, colorful and vibrant scenes.
December 4th - Visit with Santa (4-6 PM) for the Holiday Walk, plus 20% off a purchase of $75 or more.
Nurses' appreciation weekend - Nurses get 20% off entire purchase!
December 10th weekend - Celebrating all December birthdays! 20% off your entire purchase on Saturday and Sunday.
December 15th - Men's Night Out: a night for the men to shop for their significant others.
December 13th - Yoga Night: 20% off entire purchase.
December 17th - JoAnn Fabric Day: JoAnn Fabric employees can enjoy 20% off their entire purchase.
We ALWAYS celebrate Mimosa Sundays and Wine Wednesdays throughout the month :)
The Hudson Clocktower is admired by many. Show your love of the clocktower with your very own miniature clocktower jewelry, made by hand in my studio just across the street from the clocktower.
Now through the holidays, if you buy any clocktower jewelry, clocktower prints, or an original clocktower painting, you will receive a free gift. It's our way of saying thanks.
Sandwich of the Month: The Nashville Style Hot and Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich
All natural chicken breast / buttermilk and house hot sauce battered / pickles / iceberg lettuce / buttermilk aioli
December Shake of the Month: Eggnog Milkshake
Eggnog ice cream / cinnamon whipped cream / cookie crumble
is making spirits bright! Stress a little less with these cozy winter specials! Enjoy 10% off all services in December. Includes customized massages, body scrubs & foot treatments. Come in from the cold and reconnect with yourself. Call Peggy to book!
Enjoy 10% off all gift certificates purchased in December. Give the gift of comfort & joy this holiday. No limit, may order on phone, and yes, you should buy some for yourself! Gifts cards at this special price must be redeemed by 4/30/17. Call Peggy to order!
BodyBloom offers a special selection of therapies & treatments to strengthen & soothe. Massage not only reduces stress, it also strengthens the immune system; releases endorphins; and improves sleep! Two of the most popular selections are…
The BodyBloom Signature Massage
60min / 75min / 90min
A soothing & therapeutic blend of Swedish relaxation combined with more specific work on one or two problem areas. This personalized full body massage incorporates a variety of techniques to provide relief of aches & pains; restore mobility & flexibility and alleviate stress & tension held throughout the body. Includes yummy spa-like extras such as hot towels; a sampling of hot stones; and warm organic coconut oil. The Ultimate Unwinding 120 mins
Restorative, therapeutic and oh so luxurious! This sumptuous two hour service is a little slice of heaven and is the most requested BodyBloom gift certificate! Experience it yourself or surprise someone special with this deluxe gift of wellness! The Ultimate Unwinding blends well loved elements from the BodyBloom menu into an exceptionally thorough and full-bodied two hour journey for the body, mind & spirit:
Cozy robe * Rejuvenating foot soak * High quality sheets * Heated massage table * Warm organic Coconut Oil * Mini Shea Butter Sugar Scrub * Customized Signature Massage * Tension & stress alleviated * Aches & pain eased * Hot Stone sampler * Gentle foot Reflexology * Steamy towels & other thoughtful extras * A peaceful, safe & comforting oasis of calm
Visit the website for details on all the lovely services offered at BodyBloom. Then call or text Peggy Finnegan, LMT. Happy Holidays Hudson!
15 S. College St. (upstairs)
330-815-2203 www.BodyBloomMassage.com
Open seven days a week by appointment only. Sorry, no walk-ins.
The Sampler
is having two great sales in December.
Our Seasonal Holiday Sale is on December 9th, 10th and 11th. And for last-minute shoppers, we will be having our "It's not too late for Christmas Sale" on December 23rd and 24th. (Open until 3 PM on the 24th.)
Both sales have store-wide savings of 10% or more on our incredible collection of handmade crafts, up-cycled treasures, vintage items, gifts, home decor, jewelry and antiques. You will find those amazing one-of-a-kind gifts here.
We will be tasting Bloody Marys, featuring Pope's Bloody Mary Mix, Holiday Mimosas, and Hot Cocoa! Delicious treats from Peace, Love, and Little Donuts will be served.
We will have a Gift Wrapping Station, Exclusive Sales, and Holiday Floral Decor Inspiration.
When Santa comes to Hudson, he knows where to find the best ride.
While the elves work to prepare his sleigh for the big night, Santa will be on the Hudson Green and around town this weekend. Chauffeuring the big guy around town in style will be Sedan Or Van Transportation. We are honored to donate our services for this special visit.
Maybe it’s time to find out what Kris Kringle already knows: Sedan Or Van Transportation is the best transportation service in Northeast Ohio, and we’re based right here in Hudson.
We ALWAYS provide:
• Five-star customer service.
• Unmatched reliability.
• Clean, comfortable and classy vehicles - including sedans, vans and a mini bus.
• Friendly drivers, who love to serve you and who are proud of their spotless driving records.
• Your fare upfront, so you know what you’ll pay (and, yes, it’s affordable).
• Peace of mind, because of our stellar safety record.
And we provide it all, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year - including all holidays. Call us anytime: 330-256-6422.
And if Santa’s sleigh breaks down, we’ll be ready.