Garden open house times two. Fresh-cut trees, wreaths, greenery, pointsettias, ornaments and centerpieces are discounted 20 percent today and Sunday at the Country Fair Garden Center and at Welby Gardens. Country Fair hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Welby hours are 8 a.m. to 3:30 both days. Don’t miss out on a visit from Santa from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday at Country Fair. Country Fair Garden Center, 2190 S. Colorado Blvd., 303-757-4949; Welby Gardens, 7390 Clayton St., 303-287-0365,
Mission to save. Women in Mission is hosting a holiday gift sale from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. today. Discounts range from 10 to 50 percent on baskets, linens, jewelry, pottery and other items. Women in Mission sells SERRV fair-trade products to help eradicate poverty. 1710 S. Grant St., 720-570-0829
Rosy Rings and things. Rosy Rings is offering discounts of up to 50 percent as part of its Warehouse Sale scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today. The locally-owned business sells home accents that include candles, reed diffusers, gifts and accessories using natural and recycled products. Shoppers are encouraged to bring their own shopping bags. 4477 Garfield St.,
Charming holiday deals. December’s holiday sales at Oh, So Charming Cottage include “Winter Wonderland,” “Games People Play” and “Ring in the New Year.” Normally a two-day monthly event, you get an extra evening to shop the vintage furniture, linens and eclectic decor. Ten percent of all sales will be donated to Inter-Faith Community Services. Shop 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Dec. 12. The store accepts only cash and checks. 5684 S. Datura St., Littleton, 303-859-8311,
Bungalow savings. Modern Bungalow is offering a variety of December specials. All lighting is discounted 20 percent through Sunday as part of “Buy Local Week.” Sales continue through Christmas on hand-knotted wool rugs (discounted 20 percent) and leather and custom fabric handbags and throw pillows (marked down 30 percent). Open daily. 2594 S. Colorado Blvd., University Hills Plaza, 303-300-3332,
Student art. Students from the Mesa State College art department are holding their semi-annual sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit participating artists and the Art Department’s Visiting Artist Program. Academic Classroom Building, Mesa State College-Grand Junction campus, 970-248-1833,
Conscious shopping. presents a Conscious Boutique and Holistic Expo on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eco-friendly handmade items including jewelry, gift baskets and cards will be available along with psychic readings and massages. A requested donation of $5 for admission supports the Global Children’s Peace Project. The first 200 people through the door will receive a “goody bag” of coupons. TAXI, 3455 Ringsby Court, 303-246-9602,
Artisan market. A variety of handmade items ranging from clothing to paintings and home accessories to holiday decor will be on sale today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the South East Aurora Artisan Market.Beacon Point Community Center, 26011 E. Orchard Drive, Aurora
Crocs overstock. Crocs Inc. is having a December warehouse sale on shoes and accessories. Prices start at $5. Shop 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. today and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dec. 12-13. Twin Peaks Mall, 1250 S. Hover Road, Longmont,
Each Saturday, “Sale Insider” gives shoppers the inside scoop on store discounts and bargain events. To list a sale, e-mail living@denverpost.com.
