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The scariest time of year is here, so dig up your gifts and costumes, and make the most of pumpkin season for Halloween. It’s a holiday that encourages families and kids to get creative, mischievous, and loaded up on candy. But there’s something for everyone, between ripe pumpkins, hayrides, and costume contests. We’ll help you find fresh ways to celebrate, from themed gifts to activity supplies.

The history of Boss’s Day is rooted in a family workplace, but it’s important to celebrate all strong leaders in the office, and practical gifts are often ideal. An effective boss with genuine leadership skills can make the workday much easier. They can improve your own abilities, and foster a healthy office environment. Whether you want to impress or recognize your boss, we’ll help you find the right balance between formal, creative and useful gifts.

National Cooking Day is a fairly recent holiday, but it’s the perfect time to whip up an equally fresh meal. Although cooking can sometimes appear challenging, there are many easy ways to try something home cooked and new. Whether you find your passion, or simply spice up a get-together, our products help you celebrate National Cooking Day.

As summer finally settles and the weather cools, it’s almost time to celebrate kickoff for the new football season and decorate the home to prepare for fall 2022. You might also have to begin harvesting the garden, and maybe add a few signs as fresh pumpkins and other treats ripen. We’ve got all the décor and gifts you need to welcome fall smoothly and warmly.

National Wildlife Day is recognized on September 4th, when everyday people can help local animals and their habitats. The day is also celebrated on February 22nd, in honor of beloved expert Steve Irwin. We can help you spend the day reconnecting with nature, supporting local critters, and rewarding anyone who protects them.

The United Nations observes August 19th as World Humanitarian Day, which is a time to show your appreciation for local aid workers or even find your own way to support your community. There are many ways for larger organizations and everyday people to help those in need. Sometimes, a simple gift or meal can be as meaningful as planning a complex event.

Birthdays … Anniversaries … Graduations … Holidays

The warmest season of the year is finally here, so it’s time to find some creative ways to make summer camp fun and safe for kids of all ages. There are plenty of activities to entertain and educate kids during any camp adventure. However, they also need careful guidance and supervision. As such, it’s also important to plan ahead for basic safety measures.

While it is not a must that you give someone something during their graduation ceremony, the practice is pretty common today.

From company picnics and employee outings to class reunions and family get-togethers, these summer traditions are a chance to create memorable experiences for all who are invited. We’ve compiled an 8-point checklist to help create a fun, unforgettable summer event for employees, family or friends.

The best gift you can give someone is one that comes from the heart and says what you want to say especially if you can't find the right words. One such gift is a personalized plaque.

In the next few months, people across America will graduate from school. Whether a child is moving from kindergarten to grade school, a student achieves a high school diploma, a young adult is is awarded with honors from college -or a grandmother earns her first degree or certification- this is at once, one of the greatest accomplishments and one of the most important steps forward to a new chapter of their lives.

As Coach Taylor tells his team in the (shall we say epic) television series, Friday Night Lights, “Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, Can’t Lose!” Football players, cheerleaders, even coaches and referees. They’re all out there on the field for endless workout and practice sessions –and certainly on game day- getting the job done. Play by play. Game by game.

“We took Mom’s ashes to her homestead and created a circle of life celebration memorial,” Lizabeth tells us. “Thank you for all your patience, support, creativity and sacred art.”

Our personalized for birthday gifts are lively for grandparents, parents, spouses, children and other relatives – perfect for anyone who’s celebrating a birthday … and that’s everyone, pretty much!

Of the over 190 million Americans who are expected to watch Super Bowl 56 on February 13, about 5% of them say enjoying the fun food is the most important part of the day for them. That may not seem like a lot, even though it adds up to about 11 million party goers!

Peace, Love, Luck … Success, Prosperity, Good Fortune … Hope, Happiness, Health.

Here’s to a New Beginning!

Best wishes for the New Year from all of us at PlaqueMaker.

American families are all in, when it comes to organized youth sports. Recent statistics for that 75% of American families with school-aged children have at least one child participating in organized sports. That’s at least 45 million kids!