Shopping at Costco the day after Super Bowl Sunday (how about that nail-biter overtime ending?) might be the last thing on your mind, but you can bet I’ll be looking into these surprising member benefits the next time I make a Costco run. 

Also on my list: Stocking my kids’ bookshelves with fantastic reads that celebrate Black history and friendship. Plus, don’t forget your Valentine — a trip to one of our favorite neighborhood candy shops is a must this time of year.

— Allison Sutcliffe, managing editor