My husband is going to turn 30 in a couple of weeks. We don't usually give gifts on birthdays but since this is a big one I want to get him something special. I could use some help deciding what that could be! Details about him within. [more inside]
posted by mireille on Jan 31, 2013 - 6 answers

I'm unemployed and broke, and my husband's big 30th birthday is right around the corner. He went all out for my 30th, so I feel horrible that I can't afford anything nice. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by emily37 on May 4, 2012 - 17 answers

As host, should I pay? Should I even I bring it up? [more inside]
posted by hellameangirl on May 1, 2012 - 75 answers

I'm turning 30 this year, and my birthday is between Christmas and New Years. I live in central California, and may not have a lot of time for vacation. I want to do something interesting. What would you recommend to do in (central-ish) California, or possibly the greater West Coast, in the end of December? Sights to see, food to eat, events to attend? Lots of thoughts inside. [more inside]
posted by filthy light thief on Aug 30, 2009 - 10 answers

Help me plan my 30th birthday Unlike previous ask MeFi's I don't want to go away. I have travelled so much lately that I'm considering staying at home. My birthday is also a holiday (day after Christmas) so it's near impossible to get people together for a party. How can I celebrate this milestone in a low key way, and make it a day to remember? [more inside]
posted by wingless_angel on Apr 29, 2008 - 6 answers

I'm turning the Big Three-Oh and I really want to have a big bash. [more inside]
posted by indiebass on Aug 21, 2007 - 13 answers

It's my 30th birthday soon and my friends are telling me that I'm really difficult to buy presents for. They’re pretty much right as I don’t really know what I want. Can you help me come up with some interesting ideas for them? [more inside]
posted by mr_silver on Oct 17, 2006 - 25 answers

My wife is turning 30 in June. She wants me to do something memorable for her. While money is a slight object, time is the main stumbling block (we both are extremely busy). What are some suggestions to making a great to ring in the 30's for your sweetie? [more inside]
posted by Hands of Manos on Apr 12, 2005 - 18 answers