Did you know when we shop local, we pump more money back into our local economy? Our holiday guide features gift ideas for everyone on your list from small businesses here in Bowie-Crofton-Odenton.
This is a great year to shop local, support small businesses and the community, while making sure your holiday items arrive exactly when you want them. We encourage you to commit to spending at least a portion of your budget local.
***Find Our 12 days of Christmas featured on Instagram and Facebook Daily from December 1-December 12th! Specials from local businesses being done specifically for these 12 days! ***
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BeBalanced Natural Weight Loss Center
At BeBalanced Crofton, our team works with you, one-on-one, to reclaim your life, your health, and your confidence. Women and Men frequently receive advice that weight gain, anxiety, mood swings, lack of energy, and other symptoms of menopause and andropause are a natural and normal part of aging. Here at BeBalanced, our clients refuse to believe that poor sleep, hot flashes, thinning hair, and a decline in libido are inevitable with age. These symptoms are the body’s way of communicating that something is out of balance – precisely your hormones. If you feel these answers are long overdue, it’s time to discover the root of the problem and get relief by natural hormone balancing. We offer free consultations by appointment Monday through Saturday.
Email: crofton@bebalancedcenters.com
Hours: Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m
Address: 1667 Crofton Center, Suite 8a, Crofton, MD 21114/ Phone: 410-923-7200
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Holiday Special: We are offering $100 discount on our Main Program for those who allow us to join them on their journey before the end of the year 2023 with Code MacKid.
Belair Cooperative Nursery School, established in 1962, is one of the oldest nursery schools in the City of Bowie. Our school is a non-profit, non-sectarian, and non-partisan organization. We are a cooperative preschool program where families become actively involved in their child’s education. BCNS is enrolling children ages 3-5 for the following programming: -2023-2024 Preschool until May M/W/F 9-130, T/TH 9-12) $160/mo for 3’s and $280/mo for 4’s -2024-2025 Preschool, Sept-May (M/W/F 9-130, T/TH 9-12) pricing TBD We are excited to announce for the first year ever that we are offering SUMMER CAMP! For preschoolers ages 3-5!!! -Summer Camp 2024, June-Aug 2024 (Daily, 830-2) pricing TBD Open houses start in January, so please contact us to reserve your spot as space is limited!!
Email: Bcnsboard@gmail.com
Hours: Monday thru Friday 830am - 2 pm, closed federal holidays
Address: 3120 Belair Drive Bowie MD 21054
Holiday Special: $25 off Registration when you mention MAC KID
Give the Gift of going to a baseball game next season at the Bowie Baysox!
Go to this link and see their 12 days of Christmas Discounts for the next 12 days!
Other Holiday Specials include: 2024 Undated Box Seat Vouchers AND Dated Ticket Plans-Box Seats (100 level)!
Address: 4101 Crain Hwy, Bowie, MD 20716
Phone Number: (301) 805-6000
The Curmudgeon Bookseller: Curmudgeon Books is a community bookstore covering a variety of subjects including children's books, fiction, science fiction, comics, audio-books, DVDs, music CDs and vinyl records. The store's largest section is history, both American and World, with large sections covering the Civil War and WWII. The store started in 2007 as a 400 sq. ft. used bookshop in a small mall and moved to its current 3,000 sq. ft. expanded location here at Marley Station Mall. Author signings regularly happen on Saturdays. Special events around our comics and science fiction section are regular occurrences. Our staff are some of the best people in the world, mostly graphic artists and writers supplementing their income helping our patrons. We are a family owned bookstore here to serve our community.
Location: Marley Station Mall- Glen Burnie, Maryland 21061 ----(443) 410-0472
Email: Curmudgeonbooks@Yahoo.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CurmudgeonBooks
Holiday Special: Mention Macaroni Kid and you can get 15% off any Christmas Cards (Box or Individual)
Caster Management LLC-We are a full-service management company that pride ourselves on the personal and effective management of all our associations and properties. We specialize in working with HOA communities and homeowners that need help with financial and property management. Caster Management has proven that dependability, honesty, and integrity are the essential ingredients for a successful, long-term relationship. Our continuing goal is to provide the best possible service at the most reasonable cost. Holiday Special: 2 free months of management fees if contract signed by January 31, 2023
Location: Crofton, MD 21114
Email: zcaster@castermanagement.com
Phone Number: 301-358-6004
Crunchies Pet Foods
Crunchies Pet Foods is a health food store for your pet. We offer over 20 lines of the best all natural pet foods for dogs, cats and small animals. We have dry and can foods, raw and dehydrated lines and mixes to make your own pet food. There are lots of natural treats and chews to choose from. Plus toys, beds, supplements and grooming supplies. Crunchies has been helping pet parents find the best natural foods for their pet for over 26 years in the Crofton area. We will help you pick a healthy food for your pet based on age, weight, lifestyle and any health concerns. There are free taste samples so we can make sure your cat or dogs enjoys their healthy food. Pets are welcome to come in and get a treat! Our hours are hours are 10-7 Monday - Friday and Saturday 10-5 Closed on Sunday.
Holiday Special: Bring in this ad for a free bakery cookie for your dog or treat for your cat.
Email: petfoods@aol.com
Address: 2421 Crofton Lane Suite 11, Crofton MD 21114 Phone: 410-721-5432
Hours: Monday - Friday 10-7 and Saturday 10-5 Closed Sunday
Follow us on Instagram: @crunchiespetfoodz
Goldfish Swim School in Waugh Chapel: Instead of traditional presents, give the Gift of Experience at the NEW Goldfish Swim School- Waugh Chapel this holiday! Goldfish Swim School- the premier learn-to-swim facility designed for kids by parents- where the experience is Golden! At Goldfish Swim School, we understand the importance of learning life skills and boosting cognitive development at an early age. That’s why our swim school in Waugh Chapel has created the “Golden Experience,” where your child can learn in a fun, safe, play-based environment. We provide swim lessons for infants, toddlers, and children up to 12 years old! Click Here for Class schedule and Pricing!
Address: 989 Waugh Chapel Way, Gambrills, MD 21054/ Phone:(410) 413-7065
Hours: Monday: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM Wednesday: 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday: 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM Friday: Closed Saturday: 8:30 PM - 1:00 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
IG: @goldfish_waughchapel
Email: swimwaughchapel@goldfishss.com
Holiday 2024 offer: Give the Gift of Swimming! Purchase an e-gift card in any denomination and Goldfish will add 10% in value for FREE! e-gift card link: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/gsswaughchapel/gift-certificate
Les Cher Classical Ballet Academy- The Les Cher Classical Ballet Academy has been training students since 1982! We have classes for students of all ages and abilities. Please visit lescherballet.com for the current weekly schedule and pricing.
Contact: Monday - Friday, 4 - 9pm, by phone: 301-801-2946
Email: lescher.academy@gmail.com IG: @lescherballet
Address: 2205 A Defense Highway, Crofton, Md. 21114
Holiday Special: Free Trial Class ($25 value)
Find Your Magic Quarterly/Weekly Planners & My Fun Super Kids Checklist are on sale now!
+ ADHD Coaching Sessions Special!
Do you need a yearly planner that fits all of your needs? Do you need strategies for you motivation and a place where you have room to plan and brain dump all the things happening in your brain? You are in luck! The Find Your MAGIC Quarterly and Weekly Planner is here to help you with you daily and weekly planning needs! The Planners that will end your overwhelm and help you create an ACTION PLAN that works for your brain and your life!
If you want a quarterly planner that has daily, weekly and monthly spreads, click here to check it out and purchase! (Available for purchase in Spiral Bound and PDF Form)
If you would like a weekly Planner that spans all 12 months, but still has daily tracking, time blocking and accountability just for you! Click here!
Follow on IG: @myadhdmombrain
Holiday Special:
1) $50 off an ADHD Coaching Session! (Get clear on your goals and your systems for the new year and book a session today! Perfect for gift for College Students for the new semester! Email gloriastarr@myadhdmombrain.com to book today!
2) $5 off My Fun Super Kids Checklist!
Amazing Local Holiday Deals!
Lights on the Bay!=$15 per car
Gaylord ICE!- 50% in savings on Tickets!
Symphony of Lights- Columbia=$15 per car
Festival of Trees and More- Timonium- save $2
The Nutcracker by The Virginia National Ballet at Capital One Hall
Dave N Busters=$20 Card for only $15
Kings Dominion Amusement Park WinterFest - Save 46%
Washington Wizards Game- Up to 40% off
Washington Capitals Games- Up to 40% off
Washington Commanders 2023 Tickets Savings!
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