Turtle is running an end-of-season sale, with pieces from ELM Design, Aimee g, Prairie Underground, LABEL, Eva Franco, and others marked down 40-60 percent. Find a good selection of tops, dresses, skirts, pants, and more. The store also carries original, affordable jewelry from local artists (though it’s not included in the sale). The sale is expected to run at least through January. Turtle is at 223 Newbury St., Boston, 617-266-2610.

Darby Road Home Furnishings in Waltham starts its annual warehouse sale (and one sale of the year) this Sunday, with one-of-a-kind tables, armoires, upholstery, lighting, mirrors, and more marked down 30-50 percent. Items at the store (located around the corner from the warehouse) will be marked down 15-25 percent; find custom upholstery, natural fiber rugs, window treatments, home accessories, and more. The sale runs through Jan. 27th. The Darby Road Home Furnishings warehouse is at 39 Green St., Waltham; the store is at 1395 Main St., Waltham, 781-899-6900.

French Connection has all sale items marked down an additional 50 percent. The selection includes cocktail dresses and casual styles, men’s and women’s outerwear, accessories, and more. The sale is expected to run through mid-January. Online, take 50 percent off sale items and get free ground shipping with orders of over $100. (Use the code FCHOL; valid through Jan. 31st.) French Connection is at 206 Newbury St., Boston, 617-247-1301.

Wrentham Village Premium Outlets and Merrimack Premium Outlets are running after-holiday sales through next Wednesday. Deals available at both centers include 30 percent off select kits at bareMinerals and 30 percent off new arrivals at DKNY. Additional deals in Wrentham include 70 percent off at MaxStudio.com (increased by the store from the 20 percent discount stated in today's paper; runs through next Monday); 30 percent off all items at 7 For All Mankind; and 50-70 percent off original prices at Vince Camuto. Find a complete list of each center’s deals here (Wrentham) and here (Merrimack). Wrentham Village Premium Outlets is at One Premium Outlets Blvd. (Rte. 1A), Wrentham, 508-384-0600. Merrimack Premium Outlets is at 80 Premium Outlets Blvd., Merrimack, NH, 603-424-0050. Find directions and hours on the websites.

[Pictured: Purple tier dress at MaxStudio.com]

Fedoras, caps, faux fur-lined hats, and other styles are 50-75 percent off at Goorin Bros. (Check out the selection here.) No end date has been announced. Shop locations include 130 Newbury St., Boston, 617-247-4287 and 43 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-868-4287.

Handmade accent pillows, jewelry, hair accessories, centerpieces, hostess gifts, and more will be on offer at a holiday pop-up sale at L'Aroma Cafe from 8:30 a.m. until noon tomorrow. Italian-made Deruta pottery (normally sold at the cafe) will be half off, and local artists and companies will sell their creations for less than they would sell elsewhere, A portion of the proceeds will benefit Families First. L'Aroma is at 15 Spencer St., West Newton, 617-630-0006.

Crush Boutique is offering discounts on a different product category each day through next Monday as part of its “12 Days of Crushmas.” Today, all jackets and blazers are 10 percent off; tomorrow, all dresses will be 10 percent off. The store carries designers including Shoshanna, Beth Bowley, Alice + Olivia, and House of Harlow. See the store’s Facebook page for each day’s deals, and stop in or order by phone to receive the discount. Crush is at 131 Charles St., Boston, 617-720-0010 and 264 Newbury St., Boston, 617-424-0010.

Ted Baker London has begun its winter sale in-store and online, with clothing and accessories from the Autumn/Winter collection marked down up to 50 percent. Find dresses, men’s and women’s blazers, sweaters, trousers, dress and casual shirts, and more. The sale is expected to run into January. Ted Baker is at 201 Newbury St., Boston, 617-450-8339.

[Pictured: Artist palette's dress, was $255, now $153 at tedbaker-london.com

Shops along Lincoln and Walnut streets in Newton Highlands host their first ever holiday stroll tomorrow from 5-9 p.m. There will be pictures with Santa, a tree lighting, a sing-along, and other merriment. Store discounts for the evening include 20 percent off Chan Luu wrap bracelets at Limited Editions; 15 percent off at Marcia and Bea Antiques; and 99-cent slices at Newton House of Pizza. Find more details here.

Looking for a fun way to spend some money this evening, and maybe even get some gifts? South End businesses host their annual shopping night this evening from 4-8. Among the deals, Hudson, Flock, Uniform, and M. Flynn Accessories are all offering 20 percent off; Lekker Home is hosting a Lafco trunk show with food, sips, and 20 percent off all Lafco luxury products. There will be free parking at 540 Harrison Ave.

Skirtin’ Around is offering 30 percent off clothing through the holidays. Find dresses, tops, and, naturally, skirts in bright, cheery tones. For those with more subdued tastes, there are chic wool coats and capes in darker colors and neutrals, along with trim wool skirts in a range of colors (pictured). Skirtin’ Around is at 221 Newbury St., Boston, 857-350-3758.

West Elm is hosting free holiday-themed events tonight and next Thursday at its Boston and Burlington stores. Stylists at tonight's event will share ideas for stocking stuffers, Secret Santa presents, and gift toppers (for those who want to go all out). Next week's event focuses on entertaining, with tips for dinnerware, barware, and decor. Each event happens from 6-8 p.m. and includes free gift-wrapping and in-home delivery, should you choose to shop at the same time. Call to RSVP. West Elm is at 160 Brookline Ave., Boston, 617-450-9500 and 6 Wayside Rd., Burlington, 781-221-5626.

'Tis the season for holiday strolls. Both South Boston and Beacon Hill will have tree lightings, caroling, and other merriment tomorrow evening, while the North End rings in the season on Friday. A number of South Boston businesses will offer discounts during the stroll, including 20 percent off at Ku De Ta and Habit; $3-holiday cocktails at The Playwright, and 10 percent off purchases at American Provisions. In Beacon Hill, Moxie will offer 15 percent off of purchases, while The Red Wagon will give a coupon for 10 percent off purchases if you make a donation to the store's toy drive benefiting Rosie's Place and Toys for Tots.

Wellesley boutique Essentia is offering 20 percent off most items through Dec. 15th to celebrate its new location. Find clothing from Lilith, Elemente Clemente, and Ter et Bantine; jewelry and handbags from Angela Caputi, Ziio, and Two Hippies (makers of the repurposed fur clutch pictured); home wares from KleinReid, John Derian, and Claude Dozorme; and more. Essentia is at 83 Central St., Wellesley, 781-239-1440.

There will be lots of deals at Belmont Center boutiques, food and beverage shops, and even Pilates studios as part of the neighborhood’s midnight madness event on Monday. Participants include A Chocolate Dream, Alchemy 925, Bells & Whistles, Bessie Blue, Body Trio, Champions Sporting Goods, Craft Beer Cellar, Every Body Pilates, Gregory's House of Pizza, Irresistibles, Marmalade, Quebrada Baking Co., Rancatore's Ice Cream, Revolve, Roberts Salon, Terra Firma, Thirty Petals Boutique, and The Toy Shop of Belmont. (All of the businesses are on or just off of Leonard Street.) Some will offer progressively steep discounts throughout the event; many will have snacks and beverages. The event happens between 6 p.m. and midnight, though some businesses will close at 10 p.m.

Shops and restaurants throughout Newton Centre will be serving up special offers and menu items during an Arts Stroll & Shop event from noon to 6 p.m. this Sunday. Among the deals, Folklorica (61 Union St., Newton, 617-630-1815) will offer 15 percent off any one full-price item; Brussels Sprouts (105 Union St., Newton, 617-244-9832) will take $25 off purchases of $75 or more ($30 off if you bring a friend); Kiki D. Design & Consign (214 Sumner St., Newton, 617-467-4153) will offer 20 percent off all full-price items, including jewelry handcrafted by owner Beth Kurson; and Duchess (77 Union St., Newton, 617-964-0054) will offer 20 percent off all items. There will also be pop-up musical performances and art exhibits. Find more details and a complete list of participating businesses here.

[Pictured: Dannijo necklace at Folklorica]

ArtsEmerson's annual one-day sale happens tomorrow. Tickets for the first two performances of most December-May theater presentations are $25 at the box office and online and by phone (617-824-8400). The sale starts at midnight.

If you're looking to avoid the malls this weekend, there's plenty going on at the smaller shops around town. Here's a short list:

Crush Boutique is offering 30 percent off purchases from 10 a.m. to noon, 20 percent off from noon to 3 p.m., and 10 percent off from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday. Find Alice + Olivia, Beth Bowley, Shoshanna, Whitney Eve, and others. Crush Boutique is at 131 Charles St., Boston, 617-720-0010 and 264 Newbury St., Boston, 617-424-0010.

Cynthia Rowley is offering up to 60 percent off Fall 2012 items on Friday including dresses, tops, pants, skirts, jackets and shoes. If you can’t make it in then, you can still save 20 percent on clothing through Sunday. Cynthia Rowley is at 164 Newbury St., Boston, 617-587-5240.

Diseno is taking 20 percent off all in-stock purchases Friday through Sunday. (Mention the "giving thanks" promo.) Diseno is at 409 Harrison Ave., Boston, 617-423-2008.

Duchess is taking 15 percent off apparel and 10 percent off accessories Friday and Saturday. Find tops, dresses, skinny jeans, and more from Hazel, Lilla P, Black Orchid Denim, White + Warren, and others. Accessories include scarves, hats, and clutches. Spend more than $125 and get a free pair of leggings. Duchess is at 77 Union St., Newton, 617-964-0054.

Laura Preshong is offering discounts on jewelry all day Friday. (The store opens at 10 a.m.) Items will be 20 percent off until noon, 15 percent off from noon to 3 p.m., and 10 percent off from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Find pieces from Preshong, Susan Freda, Sarah Nehama, Ayala Naphtali, and others. The gallery is at 558 Tremont St., Boston, 617-236-7660. Find other weekend deals at www.laurapreshong.com/events.

The Orange Hanger is offering $10 off for every $100 you spend Friday and Saturday. The selection includes Kinross Cashmere sweaters, Weston Wear dresses, BlankNYC denim, Alex and Ani bracelets, and more. (Only custom jewelry orders are excluded.) The store is at 675 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, 339-368-7264.

Giblees Menswear is offering 25 percent off all leather Friday and Saturday (excludes marked-down items). Find it at 85 Andover St., Danvers, 978-774-4080.

Henry Bear’s Park will have deals on select toys, games, wagons, and other kids’ items Friday and Saturday. (Preview the sale selection here.) Locations include 685 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, 781-646-9400; 19 Harvard St., Brookline, 617-264-2422; and Porter Square Shopping Center, Cambridge, 617-547-8424.

The Silk Road will be selling fabric by the bolt and roll at steep discounts Friday through Sunday. (Owner Gay Appleby Rogers is moving overseas.) Liberty of London lawn fabric will be $20 per yard (normally $35.99); Doupioni silk fabric will be $7 per yard (normally $16); and Linton Tweeds will be $25 per yard, just to name a few. The Silk Road is at 281 Auburn St., Auburndale, 617-244-7455.

Marathon Sports will give a $15-gift card for every $75 spent on apparel, hats, gloves, or compression gear on Friday. Find locations here.

Hudson is offering 25 percent off orders from Bernhardt, Verellen, Hickory Chair, Somerset Bay Home, and Oly through the end of the month. (Items include chairs, sofas, ottomans, beds, and more.) Floor models from the brands are 20 percent off. Hudson is at 12 Union Park St., Boston, 617-292-0900.

Got plans for Saturday morning? If you're willing to roll out at the crack of dawn, you'll be able to snag some good deals at West Concord's annual early bird sale. (You can keep the pajamas on.) Debra's Natural Gourmet will offer 20 percent off everything from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m.; Concord Firefly will offer 25 percent off from 6:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.; and noa jewelry, fine handcrafts & gifts will offer 20 percent off from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., just to name a few. (Click on the flier at left to see all the deals.)

Shake The Tree in the North End hosts a party tomorrow evening from 7-9 with a 20 percent discount on handmade jewelry from Oregon line Nashelle. Find gold and silver necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets adorned with semiprecious stones. There will also be cupcakes, cocktails, and complimentary chair massages from Bodywaves Boston. Shake The Tree is at 67 Salem St., Boston, 617-742-0484.

Another fun event tomorrow near Harvard Square: Topaz will be featuring jewelry from Nicole Rueda-Watts of Nyx Studio and offering 15 percent off purchases from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Topaz is at 11 Dunster St., Cambridge, 617-492-3700.

Sara Campbell hosts a sale on fall items at its South End store Friday through Sunday. Already-reduced merchandise including tops, bottoms, jackets, and dresses (including the one pictured) will be an additional 70 percent off. The store is at 44 Plympton St., Boston, 617-482-7272. Ceri hosts a big sample sale at its Wellesley store on Friday and Saturday, with select clothing from Rina Zin, Clover Canyon, Equestrian, Guido Lombardi, and others marked down up to 95 percent. The store is at 180 Linden St. (Linden Square), 781-416-0900.

Unique Simchas Invitations and Calligraphy starts a big clearance sale tomorrow, with thousands of customizable cards and invitations for birthday parties, baby and bridal showers, graduations, bar and bat mitzvah, Christmas, and more marked down 50-70 percent. The sale will run through Thursday and again on Sunday (the store is closed Friday and Saturday). Find the hours here. The store is at 630 Commonwealth Ave., Newton, 617-969-0118.

Here’s a good place to kick off your holiday shopping: The Emerson College Alumni Association Scholarship Auction is running now through Nov. 30th, with restaurant gift cards, jewelry, signed sports memorabilia, getaways, and some truly unexpected prizes up for bid. (Lunch with Larry David, anyone?) It’s also a chance to find good deals—when we checked today, the leading bids for many items were significantly below retail value, and a good number of items have sold for less than retail value in past auctions. All proceeds go to scholarships for Emerson students.

[Pictured: a cast and crew jacket from “The Young and the Restless,” an auction bid item]

Online modern and designer lighting store Olighting is running its annual warehouse sale through Nov. 16th. Floor lamps, pendant lights, table lamps, and more from Foscarini, Oluce, Moooi, FLOS, Kartell, and others are 20-65 percent off. (The Moooi pendant light, pictured, is now $469, down from $623.) In addition, items from the Spanish brand Marset are 10 percent off.