Hudson & Co.

10/20/2025

Last week, Hudson’s big brother Jaxon proudly presented a check for $16,750 to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio, representing a portion of the $18,750 total raised this year! Another $2,000 donation from the VFW Post 291 was given to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Ohio in honor of Hudson earlier this summer, further extending our reach in the state. ❤️

From 1,100 ducks racing down the river to the incredible local businesses who stepped up as sponsors and silent auction contributors, we couldn’t have done it without YOU!

A huge THANK YOU to our 2025 sponsors including: Parrothead Pub, Derr's Painting, ArcelorMittal Tubular Products, USA, Neeley Dirt Works LLC, Spitzer Motors of Mansfield, Hockenberry Trucking & Excavating, Brian Gates - State Farm Agent, and so many more local partners who gave their time, talents, and hearts.

💛 Every duck adopted. Every donation made. Every smile shared.

Together, we’re keeping Hudson’s spirit — and his joy — flowing right through Shelby.

Stay tuned for Hudson’s Duck Drop 2026!

Read our latest blog post in the comments and follow us here for updates, photos, and next year’s duck adoptions! 🌈

07/26/2025

🦆1,018 Ducks Adopted… but we’ve got a few more available to adopt!🦆

⏰ Online duck adoptions will close at NOON tomorrow—or sooner if we sell out!

🪿 Any remaining ducks can be adopted in person starting at 5pm on the Parrot Head Pub patio. Don’t miss your chance to get in the race and win a prize!

🎉 We’re beyond excited for our third annual Hudson’s Duck Drop tomorrow, and we’re crossing our fingers for good weather and lots of community fun. Rain or shine, we’re ready to quack on!

💛 Huge shoutout to our amazing sponsors for helping make this event possible:
👉Parrothead Pub, Derr's Painting, Neeley Dirt Works LLC, Hockenberry Trucking & Excavating/Three Littles Bounce Co, ArcelorMittal Tubular Products, USA, Spitzer Motors of Mansfield, Brian Gates - State Farm Agent

🧡 And don’t forget our incredible silent auction—packed with nearly 40 amazing items donated by generous local businesses and friends. THANK YOU to all who contributed:
👉 What's Smoken', Sportsman's Den, 1 of 1 Custom Wood Designs, Hedstrom, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, 113 ACE Hardware-Shelby, Cain Graphics & Screen Printing, K9 Creed Armour, Alta Florist & Greenhouse, Marigold Bakery, Weber's Bar, Bath & Body Works, Carter's, The Vault Wine Bar, Snap Fitness, The Lamb Family, Bonnie White, Long Dog Woodworking, HS Home & Candles, Sephora, Roselawn Miniature Golf, Heidi Alt at Kuttin' Korner, the Respiratory Department at Ohio Health, The Post Family, the Baker Family, B's Ornamental Concrete, The Seibert Family, Kelly Sampsel, and Hudson & Co.

⏳Bidding opens at 5pm and closes at 8pm inside the bar.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making a splash for Hudson and for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio

07/21/2025

07/21/2025

🦆 Duck Adoption Update: 662 and Climbing! 🦆

We are blown away by the support—662 ducks adopted and counting! 💛 Thank you to everyone who has jumped in to help us race toward our goal of 1,000 ducks for Hudson’s Duck Drop!

There’s still time to adopt your duck and help us close the gap before the big splash on July 26. Every duck benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio and helps us honor the memory of Hudson Curren, who would be turning 7 this week. 🎈

💡 A few reminders:

You don’t need to attend Hudson's Duck Drop 2025 to win!

And you don’t need to adopt a duck to join the fun!

But adopting a duck does help us reach our goal—and it might just make your duck a winner 🏆

This is truly a community celebration of life, love, and making a splash for families who need it most. Let’s keep the ducks (and the good vibes) rolling!

07/19/2025

07/16/2025

This year marks the third annual Hudson's Duck Drop, which is set for July 26 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Parrot Head Pub in Shelby.

07/11/2025

Are you in Shelby for Shelby Bicycle Days this weekend? 🚲🚲

Stop by the Parrothead Pub and adopt some ducks for Hudson's Duck Drop 2025! We have a special table to make it super easy to help us make a big splash for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio on July 26! 🌊🌊

🏆If your duck wins the race, you win!

🔹1st Place: $300
🔸2nd Place: $150
🔹3rd Place: $75
🔸Last Place: $25 + a pub gift card

As a bonus, the pub has an awesome menu! Come down and enjoy a cold drink and delicious food! 🍺🍺

If you’ve already adopted ducks, stop by and say hi! And if you’re not in town, adopt your ducks on our website!! ❤️💛

07/11/2025

🚲Stop by Parrothead Pub tonight or tomorrow for some amazing food and adopt some ducks for Hudson's Duck Drop 2025! They start serving food at 5pm!

We’ll have a table set up to make adopting your ducks easy-peasy! Help us make a big splash for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio again this year. ❤️💛

Not a local to the pub? Apologies for making you drool over this menu, but adopting ducks online is still super quick and easy. Just visit our website to learn more!

09/21/2024

Get over to Life Is Sweet Cakery for fresh bread!

Lots of hats, slippers, socks, stickers, tees, tanks, and more available at special sale prices at the Hudson & Co. Pop-Up Shop!

09/20/2024

The Life Is Sweet Cakery Birthday celebration continues today with apple fritters from Buckeye Bakery Inc. and Gertie's food truck!

While you’re there check out Hudson & Co. Pop-Up Shop sale!

It’s a BIG day today!!

Gertz Culinary with Gertie's Food Truck 11:30-2pm 🍔🍟🖤

Hudson & Co. Pop-Up Shop & Sale All Day 🖤🖤🖤

APPLE FRITTER FRIDAY from Buckeye Bakery Inc. $3ea 🍏 🍎🖤

AND all of your other favorites!!
Open til 6! 🍪🍩🍪🖤

09/19/2024

The Hudson & Co. Pop-Up Shop Sale at Life Is Sweet Cakery will continue through the end of the week!🎁

09/19/2024

Racked, stacked, and ready for tomorrow’s Hudson & Co. Pop-Up Shop sale at Life Is Sweet Cakery! Stop by from 7:30am-2pm for the best deals, including items not currently available on my website.

Just like our Ohio weather - there’s a bit of everything! From tanks to hoodies, dresses to slippers, and all of Hilary’s delicious baked goods, we have you covered!

Deals include:
2 for $22 tanks
$20 tees
$10 wide brim hats
$5 socks
$12 slippers