14+ hour, 7+ min ago (453+ words) Tis the season for cool robots. An HG-series model kit of the flagship mecha from Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX. It's Gundam at its most Evangelion, and it's got plenty of interchangeable weapons, hands, and an alternate head. Key specs: 1/144 scale | Snap-fit assembly | Wow cool robot Modern Gundam kits feature fully snap-fit assembly; there's no glue required. And while more experienced builders often add their own finishes and detailing, the pieces come attached to runners that have been injection-molded using different colors of plastic, meaning there's no painting necessary unless you want to get fancier with it. You will, however, need some supplies, and for those I'll point you to USA Gundam Store, a stateside purveyor of Gundam kits and hobby supplies that's currently offering a 20% sitewide discount through December 1 if you use the code "Thanks2025" at checkout. The most crucial thing…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago (85+ words) The 52nd Craftsmen's Christmas Classic art and craft festival is this weekend in Greensboro. One of the Triad's favorite holiday events is back! The 52nd Craftsmen's Christmas Classic art and craft festival is this weekend in Greensboro. Local artists and those from all around the country are featured in the annual festival. The festival runs through Sunday, Nov. 30, inside the Special Event Center at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex. It costs $10 for adults to enter and $1 for children 6 to 12 years old....

1+ day, 12+ hour ago (1072+ words) Published 4:00 pm Friday, November 28, 2025 Beatriz is the owner of The Knotty Brew, which is the first crochet cafe in Canada. (Brandon Tucker/Abbotsford News) The Knotty Brew is the first crochet cafe in Canada, with only a handful of similar businesses existing around the world. (Brandon Tucker/Abbotsford News) Crocheting and coffee are the heart of Abbotsford's newest business, which is set to open on Sunday (Nov. 30). The Knotty Brew is a unique creation from the mind of Beatriz, who goes by Bea and is taking a big leap from her former career as a teacher. This cafe combines a love for caffeine and crocheting, with these crafters being one of the fastest-growing communities. According to a 2025 report by research company Technavio, the worldwide crocheting and knitting market is expected to grow by more than $10 billion (US) between 2024 and 2028. With…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago (215+ words) The Upland Woman's Club invites the community to its Holiday Craft Boutique 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29. The event, at the clubhouse at 590 N. Second Ave., will feature handmade items, plants and culinary treats. Proceeds will benefit one of the Upland Woman's Club's projects, Toasty Toes, which provides warm socks to homeless people in the community, according to a news release from the club. The 99-year-old clubhouse is being renovated, funded by Upland Woman's Club members. At the Holiday Craft Boutique, there will be an opportunity drawing, with proceeds helping to fund the renovation. Those who donate new men's socks for Toasty Toes at the event will receive a free raffle ticket. Upland Woman's Club members have also helped with the Ornaments for Altadena project, a grass-roots effort started by several victims of the Eaton Fire to collect holiday ornaments to distribute to fire…...

1+ day, 23+ hour ago (783+ words) At a monthly meet-up event for so-called "junk journaling," Southern Nevada crafters say the hobby draws child-like joy and creativity out of everyday items. Gina Anderson"s junk journal is full of collaged spreads of pictures and papers from vacations with friends, daily mementos and creative projects. But her favorite pieces of junk that she"s collected weren"t really "junk" at all. The Las Vegas woman once told an antique store owner about her hobby: a scrapbook-like craft that features ephemera, giving the artisan a chance to reflect and create beauty out of the little items in life. She asked for a brochure from the store as a keepsake to remember her trip visiting family in Arkansas. Instead, the store owner offered a trove of supplies that would make a collector"s heart soar: vintage newspapers " including one published…...

2+ day, 3+ hour ago (1583+ words) When Doug Burgum framed public lands as "America's balance sheet" at his confirmation to become the Secretary of the Interior this past January, the suggestion was not well received by all. Her organization, referred to as ORR, is a broad coalition of outdoor recreation businesses and associations that come from nearly all subsets of the outdoor industry. One could say it represents the whole big tent of the industry, but Turner suggested that they'd also have to somehow include "yurt, glamp, lodge, RV," as well as boat slips and then find ways to include engines, too. Its members are state recreation offices, boat and snowmobile manufacturers, tech companies as well as the likes of REI, Rivian, Boat U.S. and the American Mountain Guide Association. Even CHM Government Services and Booz Allen Hamilton are members. According to ORR's latest published research based…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago (1301+ words) Whether you want to boost your energy, enhance your memory, beat stress or simply get healthier and happier, these easy indoor activities will send you on your way IMPARTIAL NEWS + INTELLIGENT DEBATE 13 low-effort hobbies to improve your life (from the comfort of your home) Whether you want to boost your energy, enhance your memory, beat stress or simply get healthier and happier, these easy indoor activities will send you on your way From sad salads to running in the rain " one of the most unfortunate laws of life is that which is good for us isn't always exactly enjoyable. In fact, you would be forgiven if when you think about the word "healthy" you also can't help but think of the words "boring", "hard work" and "no fun". And at this time of year, when it is cold and dark…...

2+ day, 8+ hour ago (918+ words) Journaling is more than just putting pen to paper; it's an exercise in self-discovery. It offers a mental oasis where you can untangle thoughts and emotions. Start with ten minutes a day, jotting down what comes to mind without judgment. Soon, you may notice patterns and insights emerging from your subconscious. The act of cooking can be meditative, grounding you in the present moment. It's a form of self-care that nourishes both body and spirit. Plus, sharing your culinary creations with friends or family can strengthen social bonds. So, next time you're tempted to scroll, grab a spatula instead. You don't need a sprawling backyard to reap the benefits of gardening. Indoor gardening can be just as fulfilling, with the added bonus of bringing greenery into your living space. Start by nurturing a few easy-to-care-for plants like succulents or herbs…...

2+ day, 14+ hour ago (1207+ words) Jordan Cooper / Nov 28, 2025 The hobbies that stick as adults are often just sophisticated versions of what captivated us as children - we've just found ways to make them socially acceptable and call them something else. I spent hours as a kid making mixtapes. Recording songs off the radio, carefully cueing up tracks, creating the perfect sequence for whatever mood I was trying to capture. Now I'm in my forties and I still do essentially the same thing. I just call it curating playlists and building my vinyl collection instead of making mixtapes. The fundamental activity hasn't changed. I'm still obsessed with organizing music, discovering new artists, and sharing what I find with people who might appreciate it. I've just upgraded the format and given it a more grown-up name. This pattern shows up everywhere once you start looking for it. The…...

3+ day, 1+ hour ago (32+ words) People are rediscovering the joy of hobbies that once filled living rooms, garages, and front porches, long before the internet took over daily life. These activities feel grounding at a time when ......