Santa’s back
The Assistance League of Denver invites shoppers to get a jump on holiday needs by visiting Santa’s Back Room at the Thrift Mart. Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday through Dec. 23, the room is stocked with decorations, ornaments, cards, trees, lights, toys, hats, games, scarves and more. Proceeds benefit the all-volunteer nonprofit and its mission of providing goods and services to those in need. 1331 E. Colfax Ave., 303-322-5205,
Expecting holiday guests?
Now’s your chance to impress your friends and family with your table settings as All Seasons Rent All hosts its semi-annual used linen sale starting today and continuing through Nov. 17. Napkins and table cloths in several colors and sizes are available. Prices start at 75 cents. The owners recommend shopping early for the best selection. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. 6550 S. Yosemite St., Greenwood Village, 303-770-2980,
Sol says “thank you”
SOL Store of Lingerie continues its 17th annual Customer Appreciation Sale with a 20 percent store-wide discount through Nov. 15. New fall merchandise is included with styles by Prima Donna, Hanky Panky, Marie Jo, Paris Tights and others. 248 Detroit St., 303-394-1060,
Snow styles
“Glamour, styling and function” are the key words of SKEA’s Annual Sample Sale happening 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12-14. The Vail-based contemporary winter sportswear line features high-end ski apparel for women, men and children. 4890 Ironton St. in Denver, Suite #6G, 800-338-6303,
Limited-access shopping
IsArt presents its Fall 2014 Handcrafted Jewelry Warehouse Sale Nov. 13-15. The wholesaler and direct importer of high-quality fashion jewelry rarely opens its doors to the public, so this is your chance to purchase overstocked and discontinued accessories along with jewelry and Judaica. Prices are discounted 50 to 75 percent off retail. Hours are 4 to 8 p.m. Nov. 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 14-15. 7808 Cherry Creek South Drive, #209, 303-873-6553,
Clay to go
The 40-plus local members of Castle Clay Artists have been busy gearing up for their annual Holiday Show and Sale of functional and sculptural ceramics. Hours of the sale, also featuring works in glass and wood, are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 13-14 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 15. Admission is free. Jefferson Unitarian Church, 14350 W. 32nd Ave., Golden, 303-377-5535,
Second to none
Prices range from $5 to $30 at Dress for Success Denver’s Second Chance Sale Nov. 14-16. The three-day sale promises “designer inventory for every season” and starts with a Happy Hour theme of “Champagne and Shoes” on Nov. 14 from 3 to 7 p.m.; admission is $10. The sale continues 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 15-16. Nov. 16 is “Muffins and Mimosas.” All proceeds benefit Dress for Success and its goal of helping underprivileged women strive for economic independence. ACT II Consignment, 1244 E. Colfax Ave., 303-832-1889
Free days
Nov. 11: Molly Brown House Museum, ;
Nov. 14: Denver Botanic Gardens (York St.), ; Denver Zoo,
Nov. 15: Denver Botanic Gardens (York St.),
Each Monday, “Sale Insider” gives shoppers the inside scoop on store discounts and bargain events. Preference is given to retailers and events that have not been listed recently. To include a sale, e-mail living@denverpost.com 10-14 days in advance.
