The Obtainer - 11/22/23, Wednesday
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Wednesday, November 22nd Edition
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Ready or not, here comes the “holiday season,” kicking off with Thanksgiving tomorrow. We’ll be your source for all the best deals, sending you a rundown of the most important sales, but first, our Holiday Survival Guide has some suggestions for making gatherings a whole lot more fun.
- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf
Holiday Survival Guide
The Best Way to Kill Time
There are plenty of reasons why the holidays are a great time. But they're not without their low moments and awkward conversations. Depending on how you celebrate—with family or friends—the days during holiday breaks can be refreshing and fun-filled or feel like some of the longest days of the year. And there's only so many nostalgic movies a person can watch, right? And don't even try to start talking about current events.That's why we need games. Whether you're hosting or simply a guest, they instantly shift the atmosphere of any gathering and get people involved in what's going on in front of them. They not only help pass the time, but they shoot down any awkward and unpleasant conversations and move the topic to the game at hand. Engaging your loved ones in some friendly competition will get the whole group's adrenaline pumping, bring in the laughter and keep any tension or holiday blues at bay. Plus, without sounding too much like a cheesy TV special, they help make treasured memories with the old people and young kids we don't see enough of throughout the rest of the year.What game you choose is entirely up to you and your crew. There are modern takes on the classic, simple card games or even low-key puzzles. But we'd suggesting bringing your own to any gathering and having the bravery to challenge your group to a game. Some might hesitate at first, but everyone's always happy to have played once you get going.
This heirloom-quality take on the classic Scrabble board game is 25% larger to kick your wordplay up a notch and features a rotating board and raised tile grid for effortless play.
$140 by WS Game Co.
Inspired by the digital game we all got addicted to during the pandemic, Wordle: The Party Game features the same gameplay fans love, but players compete in real life to solve the five-letter puzzle.
$18.59 by Hasbro
The traditional Mexican game (similar to bingo) was reinvented with a millennial twist. Prepare to laugh.
$19.99 by Blue Star Press
If your group isn't into “games,” then a puzzle can be a good way to get people interacting without actively playing. These three will keep everyone occupied (including kids of all ages) while maintaining a low-key vibe.
$30 by Workshoppe
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Ooni Karu pizza oven, $299 / $239
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Rook fire table, $4,240 / $3,392
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Nelson cigar lotus floor lamp, $795 / $596.25
Filson: Up to 30% off select items
Medium tin cloth duffle bag, $295 / $206.50
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