Three cheers for the three-day weekend! While it's important to set aside time to drink beer and barbecue, there's also plenty of time to get out and kick off summer! In addition to the sales this weekend, there are a number of great outdoor events across the country. Check them all out in the Weekend Guide, pass it on and send us your own sale or event.
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If there's an item to splurge upon in your home office besides your computer setup, it's the task chair. So if you've been waiting for a Herman Miller SAYL (or other model), you'll want to consider nabbing one at 15% discount with free shipping starting June 1st. There's also a reader favorite USB hub on sale, alongside some tech that's...ahem...a little naughty listed below. More

As part of its Random Acts of Life Improvement plan, IKEA is giving out gazillions (ok, 35,000!) of its ubiquitous blue bags today in cities all across the country. It's happening just in time for folks to have it handy to tote around summertime goodies for Memorial Day weekend and beyond, such as picnic and beach outing necessities. More

If you've got a few hours to spare, and you're in the market for home goods or DIY materials (and come on, aren't we all?), there are some bargains to be had in Ravenswood today. Having just wrapped a Chicago-based show, HGTV is hosting a flash "garage sale" at their production offices today, and their filming leftovers could be your thrifty gain. Available items include new and vintage furniture, accessories, rugs, bulk tile, fabric, fixtures, building materials and more. More

Okay, it's a Porsche designed hard drive, but it's just as shiny. Drive yourself crazy, but awake, with the Clocky alarm clock, add an automated bidet to your toilet, or equip your home office with one of the most unique laptop stands at heavy discount... More

No doubt you're taking your mama out this weekend, but there will still be time to take advantage of the sales and events in our Weekend Guide. If you're in the East, you'll definitely want to check out the Harvard Ceramics Program Spring Sale and the ABC Carpet & Home South Hackensack Sale. Los Angeles is hopping with activities this week too – from the Heath Ceramics Sample Sale to the Alt Build Expo. Check it all out in the Weekend Guide, pass it on and send us your own sale or event. More

Get Kinect-ed for half off. Reconnect with your old vinyl collection with a retro-style Crosley Radio turntable. And how about a mammoth 73" 1080p HDTV for under $1000 with free shipping? How about the iPad nano for a Mother's Day gift? Then there's West Elm's plug-in pig speaker... More

With Maxwell at High Point this week, I started to think about market season and all the fun outdoor flea markets popping up across the country. More

The new version of the Chicago classic, Dream Home, opened its doors at the Mart this month. I always enjoy this compact, idea-packed, citified version of a show home, and this current incarnation is no exception. Here are five trends spotted from the quick snaps I took during my press visit: More

TGIF! Now it's time to start making those weekend plans. Maybe you're up for a little a project at CB2's DIY Saturday? Or if you're in Chicago, you could check out the Merchandise Mart Antiques Fair. These events and more, plus sales both local and online, are rounded up in our The Weekend Guide. Check it out, pass it on and send us your own sale or event. More