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Shopping. Fundraising. Join us December 9th & 10th! 

Many of you know the drill, but if you're new to Pod, WELCOME! This is something you don't want to miss. Our annual holiday event is especially important because we donate a portion of our weekend sales to Rosie's Place, a local organization whose mission is close to our hearts.

Rosie's Place was founded in 1974 as the first women's shelter in the United States. Located in Boston, their mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment that helps poor and homeless women maintain their dignity, seek opportunity, and find security in their lives.
Today, Rosie's Place is a multi-service community center that offers women emergency shelter and meals, and so much more: a food pantry, ESOL classes, legal assistance, wellness care, one-on-one support, housing and job search services, and community outreach. Here women will find support, opportunity and the tools they need to make a new start. 
Rosie's Place relies SOLELY on the generous support of individuals, foundations, and corporations and DOES NOT accept any city, state, or federal funding. 

So what's going on besides making a dent in your gift lists?
You can count on a boatload of potted up paperwhites just waiting to be gifted. Whimsey by Lindsey will be providing us with her lovely mixed bouquets-perfect for your weekend eventing. A selection of swags, and other fresh, seasonal greens will be on hand as well. If anything, it's sure going to smell wonderful.

Do not forget the RAFFLE!! You know our raffles are pretty great and this year won't disappoint. Anyone who makes a purchase at Pod this weekend is eligible.  Presently, we have very generous donations from: Cutty's, Bon, Sofra Bakery, Covet & Lou, Hi-Rise Bread Co., Bagelsaurus, Field & Vine, Oleana, Gather Here, Rebel Rebel, Breadboard Bakery, Eva Masaki, We Theives, Dear Annie, Pod, Katherine Small Gallery, London Borough of Jam, Joanne Rossman, and Patch NYC Who knows? This list could grow. 

At checkout, you'll be asked if you'd like to enter the raffle. It does NOT cost extra! We'll need your name, phone number and email--this is simply to be able to contact you if you win. We are not adding you to ANY lists or sharing your info. We promise.

It's a fun time. We help you out, you help us out, we all help Rosie's out. There's a lotta love around this weekend and we hope you will find a moment to participate. XO

Please join us and a cast of of other local artists, designers, and craftspeople at the annual Hi-Rise Bread Company Holiday Bazaar: December 3, 3p-6p. We'll be bringing an assortment of small giftable items. You know socks and candles will be in the mix! As part of the larger, Observatory Hill and Huron Village Holiday Strolls, it's sure to be a fun evening of fine folks, holiday treats, and the smell of freshly baked bread.

Our colleagues in bazaar-ing include: Katherine Small Gallery, Townsend Colon, Basha Burwell, Vessel Candle Co., Fresh Pond Feathers, Urban Pharm Shrubs, Lara Diaz Ceramics, Porcelain and Stone, Herd Supply, and possibly more!

Hope to see you! 

Now through November 4th, Pod is asking for mittens, scarves, hats, and gloves for the kids over at the Cambridge Community Center After-School Program. New and lightly worn items accepted. If your item has a little hole, bring it anyway! Kristen Lombardi from Manimal and HighHand Mending Company will be handling our donation mends so you know they'll be great. The Center's immediate need is for children ages 5-13. 

Donations can be dropped off at Pod during normal biz hours between now - November 4th. We'll take it from there. If you don't have any of the above, we'd love it if you could spread the word. That's always helpful too. XX

Located between Central Square and Memorial Drive, the Cambridge Community Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to effectively and efficiently meet the evolving needs of youth, families, and seniors living in Cambridge and its surrounding communities with innovative programs and services for over 90 years. Many of the staff and children in their programs come from families that have been involved with the Center for four or five generations, enriching the Center with a strong sense of history, family, and community. 

Last week, Pod turned 25.
Yes, a whole quarter of a century has gone by and we blame YOU. You encouraged. You brought your dogs when ours had passed. You tried something new--repeatedly. You supported the causes. You purchased what you could during more than one recession. You dragged in your out-of-town friends. You stood in line outside during a nationwide pandemic. You made this shop your "third space". You hitched your wagon to our runaway train and put your trays in their upright position as we took off and crash landed into your hearts. How dare you. Thank you. We'll never forgive you. 
Join us Friday, 9/22 and enjoy 25% off your purchase. For our friends further afield, use code WOW25 online. That day, shop hours will be 12-7p. From 5-7p we'll be serving up bubbly beverages. We hope you'll be there. We'd love to raise a glass to you. And humbly, Thank you. X, J