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Sales Idea of the Week: Run this sponsor-ready activity placemat

Oct 16, 2024

Run this sponsor-ready activity placemat in your paper for readers to copy and use at their Thanksgiving tables or generate a QR code to direct them to the download.

You can also offer the file or prints to local restaurants, giving sponsor-advertisers an extra helping of exposure!

YES, IT’S ALL INCLUDED IN YOUR CURRENT SUBSCRIPTION!

Thanksgiving Activity Placemat & more ready-to-serve promotions (click here):

Print & Digital Ad Templates
Games, Puzzles & Coloring
Social Media Designs
Section Covers
Pages
Images
Headings
Marketing Support

Pro tips: Click the W beneath any print ad thumbnail, then scroll down to access companion web ads. Search for Coloring Panels using that Image Type pulldown.

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