If you’re looking for something to give a loved one this holiday season, the San Antonio Public Library has a unique gift idea that’s sure to please the reader in your life.

Hundreds of volunteers worked with San Antonio firefighters on Saturday morning to wrap thousands of gifts that will soon go to kids across the city.

For nearly 100 volunteers, the choice to help brighten up the holidays for some San Antonio children was a wrap.

Stanley ha retirado del mercado más de 2.5 millones de sus tazas debido a un posible riesgo de quemaduras causado por una tapa defectuosa.

Here are a few tips to help avoid a trip to the emergency room during the holidays

San Antonio Flower Company says the biggest sellers for the Mother's Day holiday are carnations, red roses, peonies and white lilies. They offered some tips to help you extend the life of bouquets.

Teach for America has gift suggestions to give your child's teachers this holiday season.

In light of Wednesday being National Package Protection Day, there are some security measures that can be taken to ensure the gifts you order stay in your possession, and not get in the hands of porch pirates.

There are so many rich choices these days when it comes to the world of travel – and with popular sites like Airbnb and VRBO, you can even stay in more unique places than ever before.

A box of chocolates or a bouquet of flowers are certainly nice gifts to give to your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day, but why not give a gift that can last a lifetime -- when you don’t even have to leave your house to get it?

Whether it was a trendy gift or something particularly sentimental, we wanted to hear about it.

Let's get the Elf on the Shelf to work for us this year (and hopefully every year moving forward).

The San Antonio International Airport spread the Christmas spirit this week by decking the airport halls and surprising passengers with a multitude of gifts.

Maybe you’re a die-hard fan and grill year-round, but for many of us, spring and summer are the best times for a barbecue. And if your grill has seen better days, Consumer Reports is here with recommendations from its latest tests of charcoal and gas models.

With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, you might be scrambling for a gift idea: And we all know the usuals. Flowers, gift cards, maybe a cute purse or a trip to her local nail salon.

Do you have an easy-to-shop-for mom? Or is your mother a bit trickier, when it comes to buying her that perfect present? Either way, we have just the quiz for you.

We don’t know about you, dear readers, but Christmas gives us all those warm, fuzzy feelings: Of years past, of childhood, and all the magic that goes hand in hand with the holiday season.

Maybe it’s your first year decorating for Christmas, or you’re looking to up your game this year, or perhaps you’ve been so busy that you’re just getting around to it.

Remember when you were a little kid and you came up with some super cool invention that was going to get you rich? There are people who have actually done it!

Whether you love the idea in general or you think it'd be cute for Facebook or your next family photo session, we're here to provide some inspiration

Dogs can make you healthier, happier, and even keep you safe. Two out of every three American homes have a pet. That number significantly increased during the pandemic. And now that Christmas is around the corner, there may be another rush to add a fluffy or fido to the family. But there are a few things you should think about before gifting a pet this season.

Something big, something small? Something sparkling or something practical? Have you asked for the special holiday gift yet? Do you know what you want?

From shipping delays to supply chain problems there are plenty of things that can slow down your holiday gifts this year.

This San Antonio one-stop-shop for Fiesta store, Feliz Modern, has everything you need this year to have the best Fiesta yet.

Do you know what you’re getting your dad or husband -- or any similar father figure in your life -- for Father’s Day?

Calling all fathers, dads-to-be and paternal figures: We have an important question for you.

Golf is a notable Father’s Day pastime that’s not going anywhere any time soon.

Is your dad more sporty, more outdoorsy, more artistic or something else entirely?

For some, Father’s Day might not be a time to celebrate. Some fathers aren’t here anymore, and that might bring some sadness.

Father’s Day is almost here, but if it’s been a tight year, money-wise, just know that you’re probably not alone in feeling like you’d rather save the more expensive festivities for another time.

Expert on local gifts Elsa Fernandez shares five items moms will love this Mother's Day.

Mother's Day gifts ideas from Micro Terra, a San Antonio business that makes nature-based jewelry and gorgeous terrariums.

SA small businesses have lots of gift ideas for mom

Need some inspiration for great Mother’s Day gifts for all the wonderful women on your list?

Mother’s Day should be every day of the year, and we know you appreciate your mom and all that she has done for you throughout her life.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and families and spouses might be scrambling to plan the perfect day just for her.

Take the headache out of finding the right Mother's Day gift.

Whether you’re trying to save money or you simply don’t have much of it right now, there are still so many ways you can honor your mom on Mother’s Day.

Half of the fun of opening Christmas presents is trying to guess what is inside, and sometimes it can be pretty easy, like when it is a book or a shoe box. It’s even easier if it is something like a shovel, which is why teens on Tik Tok played with this idea to try and trick their gullible parents. To get a better idea of what we’re talking about, watch some of the Tik Tok videos below. So when the person who received the socks probably thought they were about to get a trombone, but instead, they just got socks. Check out some more of the funny Tik Tok videos of this happening below.

We asked retail insiders the top tips to help get the most of your holiday returns. Most stores have a 30 to 60 day return policy and keep the tags on if you can. “With the online store, your tags have to be on the items,” Chambers added. Google the retailer’s return policy before contacting the store. If your item was purchased online, see if you can return it in store to avoid costly packing fees.

But why do we do it, and how did wrapping paper become what is today? It is estimated that Americans spend $2.6 billion on wrapping paper a year. Wrapping gifts date back to the 1600s in Japan with Furoshiki, a traditional wrapping cloth. In the early 20th century, tissue paper became popular and people began wrapping gifts with it. That’s how ornate wrapping paper was invented.

Having a baby, and bringing that baby home from the hospital for the first time as a new parent, is a whirlwind.

Amazon Prime Days are here, and as the author of this story, I have to tell you: I did a LOT more online purchasing than I planned on, just while sitting around my house in quarantine last year.

4) EarringsThe perfect set of earrings can be a great holiday gift, especially if you know if your loved one prefers hoop earrings, hooks or ear posts. 5) A ringYes, even rings are a hot commodity for holiday giving for all demographics. James Avery Artisan Jewelry can help find gifts for everyone on your shopping list. The company, which helped provide the recommendations above, offers handcrafted earrings, bracelets, necklaces, holiday charms, pendants or rings for every season. The company offers two-day free shipping for online shopping.

Board games are pretty popular among adults, who are, more and more, trading video games for game pieces. Honestly, how fun is it to invite friends over for a game night? Disturbed FriendsOn the box, it says: “This game should be banned.” Those who love this game will probably disagree. How predictable was it that a board game about memes would be made, considering how much people love them? Players have to fight off the game’s raiders and gain money by transporting goods, such as water and ammunition, across the game map.

On the prowl for a gift for your niece, cousin, mom, sister or friend? Or are you just shopping for yourself this holiday season?

Charcoal toothpaste has been making the rounds for a while now, so I had to see what the hype was about. Stop buying those (wasteful) throw-away makeup wipes -- this is what you need instead. “(These are) the best and strongest of all the wipes, well-priced, and they are great for so many things. I had about a million moms recommend this stuff, and after trying a few competitors' products, came to confirm that it's truly the best. Email us with your product recommendations and all the reasons why you swear by the stuff.

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For those who are stumped about what kind of gift to buy for Father’s Day, maybe one suggestion that could help is this: Start with what not to buy for the occasion. Coupon Lawn surveyed more than 1,000 fathers in the United States to see what their most unwanted gifts were for Father’s Day. The survey found that 46% of people buy clothes as Father’s Day gifts. The responses found that 30% of fathers dislike receiving these, even though 59% of people who get gifts on Father’s Day buy cards. Coupon Lawn said as part of its survey that $5.3 billion is spent on unwanted Father’s Day gifts, although that is half of the $10.5 billion the site said is spent on unwanted Mother’s Day gifts.

Gift ideas for Dad, Momday Monday in Johnson City, Father's Day dinner, over-the-top summer milkshakes and more today on SA Live.

SAN ANTONIO New phones or electronics are great but Dad will hold onto these gifts for a lifetime. Theyre afforable, easy-to-make and full of love. Check out more great creations from Stephanie Pena Frost here. More Fathers Day gift ideas here

SAN ANTONIO – Our gift giving expert Jen Munoz has something for every dad out there. Cameo and send a shout out to dad to wish him a Happy Father’s Day from one of his favorite NBA players, like former Spurs Rod Strickland. ● Amp up outdoor time with the Cyclone Bluetooth Avantree Outdoor Speaker - Dad can take tunes with him wherever he goes. ● If dad’s been Rockin’ TikTok - he can up his air guitar game with AirJamz - this app-connected pick plays music along with Dad’s motions. ● For the dad who has everything - A gift that gives back from Texan by Nature.

It isn’t always easy to budget for graduation gifts, especially amid the pandemic and with other holidays that fall during the same season. Here are 10 all for $50 or less that we think the graduate in your life will enjoy. Put together a gift set that includes a laundry basket, detergent, fabric softener, dryer sheets and a roll of quarters. Coffee makerA coffee maker is the perfect gift for a recent grad who regularly needs a caffeine boost as part of the morning routine. First aid kitRest easy by giving the gift of safety to your graduate.

As we all know, this Mother’s Day was quite different than most years, but that didn’t have to make it any less special. Even though this year was unconventional due to the coronavirus pandemic, we’re confident you all had creative and beautiful ways to honor your mother -- or another woman in your life, and we want to see what you did. Share with us a photo of how you pulled off Mother’s Day, despite some strange world circumstances.

Gifts for you and your loved ones | SA Live | KSAT 12Published: February 10, 2020, 4:06 pmBokeki jewelry has a piece for every event. It's a great and versatile gift for your special person this year.

So, if you’ve daydreamed about winning the lottery, you’re not alone. Lottery tickets are a popular Christmas gift or stocking stuffer, but they are also a gamble... literally. Aside from the fact that in most cases you're basically giving someone a worthless piece of paper, other complications come with a lottery ticket gift. Lottery Tickets Aren’t Child’s Play.”Researchers have found that most adults with either problematic or pathological gambling started gambling before adulthood. Even if you're gifting to someone who is old enough to cash it in, there are other caveats with gifting lottery tickets.

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Look no further, because we have compiled some gifts for your music-loving dad. This vintage-inspired record playerIf you're a cool, music-loving dad in 2019, then you've got to be aware that vinyl is back. Not that it ever went away, but vinyl record sales have increased year after year. A vinyl record storage cubeIf you're going to be playing vinyl records from now on you'll need a place to store all of the records, right? This book, "Motown: The Sound of Young America" gives a fascinating backstory to how Motown Records came to be.