GOT A GOOD FEELING ABOUT THIS
Mondays, particularly those following a long holiday weekend, usually give us a sinking feeling. But next Monday brings us something to look forward to: the start of Beacon Hill housewares and gift shop Good’s semi-annual sale. Select items will be half off, including holiday jewelry from Alexis Bittar, Chan Luu, and Thea Grant (“holiday,’’ in this case, means pieces with a bit of bling to them); handmade porcelain by dbO Home, horn picture frames, discontinued sterling silver, beeswax candles, and more. Good is at 88 Charles St., Boston, 617-722-9200. www.shopatgood.comOLD SCHOOL FOR THE NEW YEAR
Vintage lovers, take heed: 40 South Street hosts its annual New Year’s sale tomorrow, with all clothing 50 percent off for the day (boots, shoes, and jewelry will not be marked down, sorry). If you’re in the market for some snazzy ties, a few button-down shirts, or a sassy old-school dress, you may be in luck. Store hours tomorrow are noon to 7 p.m. 40 South Street is at (you guessed it) 40 South St., Jamaica Plain, 617-522-5066. www.fortysouthst.comGEARING UP FOR THE SLOPES
So you’ve waxed your skis and are ready to hit the slopes. But there’s one important thing you’re missing. Starting Saturday at Centre Ski and Bike in Watertown, all in-stock helmets by K2, Bern, Ovo, and Top Gear will be 30-40 percent off (originally $60-$125; audio helmets not included). To help keep you toasty, men’s and women’s parkas and pants will be marked down 15-25 percent, and wool headbands will be buy-one, get-one-free. Sale ends Jan. 23. Centre Ski and Bike is at 161 Galen Street, Watertown, 617-926-0900. centreskiandbike.tripod.comHAPPY HOME
If your home decor could use a shot of good cheer, try Jonathan Adler, which now has select items on sale. Geode bowls, the Ojai dinnerware collection, and the Reynolds mirror are half off; select pillows are 30-50 percent off; and black porcelain picture frames are 35 percent off. Saville lamps, originally $395, are now $195 (available online only). Sale ends Jan. 17. Jonathan Adler is at 129 Newbury St., Boston, 617-437-0018. www.jonathanadler.com TWO REASONS TO SPARKLE
In the spirit of the holiday, we caught up with the Beehive’s general manager and award-winning sommelier Bertil Jean-Chronberg for some sparkling wine recommendations that won’t break the bank. Two from his list: Francis Ford Coppola Winery’s Sofia Blanc de Blancs, a blend of pinot blanc, sauvignon blanc, and Muscat; and Domaine Rolet’s Coeur de Chardonnay Brut, Crémant du Jura. Both are available at DeLuca’s Market (11 Charles St., Boston, 617-523-4343, www.delucasmarket.com) for $18.99 and $24.99, respectively. You can also find the Rolet selection at Albert Winestein, 84 Fairmount Ave., Hyde Park, 617-333-6777. www.albertwinestein.comGet bargain advice every day online at www.boston.com/bargainbin. E-mail ideas for Bargain Bin to bargainbin@globe.com. 
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