12/07/2024
Hello Paradise-Opoly Fam!
I hope you’re all having a wonderful holiday season so far. It’s been a while since I’ve posted or shared updates, so I wanted to check in. Over the past year, I intentionally took a step back to focus on myself, my family, and my career. I work in the film and television industry, and this year has been a big one for me professionally—I’ve achieved several milestones I’m incredibly proud of.
Even with the break, I’ve been so grateful for the ongoing love and support Paradise-Opoly continues to receive. Local shops have kept it in stock, and it’s still available online for shipping nationwide. Fun fact: I now handle all the shipping myself! Each game is packed with care, and I aim to ship most orders the same day they’re placed.
I still have a good number of games in stock and am planning a second production run next year. I’m also exploring opportunities to get the game into big-box stores or work with a distributor to expand its reach. I truly believe Paradise-Opoly can resonate with other communities around the country—or even the world! Locally, I’m hoping to persuade Walmart and Walgreens to replace the knockoff version with mine (a goal I’m determined to accomplish). I’m still selling the gorgeous custom wood boxes. I plan on bringing those into some local shops so they can be seen in person for prospective buyers. They can also still be ordered online and shipped. They’re made to order with your custom name engraving. I also still have all the other goodies like custom dice, replacement game pieces, extra money packs and stickers. All available online.
This endeavour, although successful in my eyes, hasn’t been without its challenges. During the game’s launch and first year, I had an unfortunate and costly experience with a shipping and fulfillment partner that resulted in being overcharged thousands of dollars for storage and shipping. Despite spending nearly a year disputing it, I wasn’t able to recover the funds. It was a tough (and expensive) lesson, but just a speed bump—not a roadblock!
Looking ahead, I’m excited to dedicate more time and energy to the game and my company. If you missed me at local craft fairs this year, don’t worry—I plan to be back at those soon. I miss seeing everyone’s smiles and reactions when they discover the game for the first time.
As the holidays approach, if you’re looking for the perfect gift for a Ridge lover, Paradise-Opoly is a great choice! It’s a fun way to remember the Paradise we know and love, or to learn about why this community’s legacy is so special. You can support local shops that carry the game or order online for fast shipping.
Shops selling Paradise-Opoly:
Paradise: Buffy’s Gift Barn, Attic Treasures, Joy Lyn’s, Snoop Sisters, The Salon, Needful Things, Paradise Bikes
Chico: Bird in Hand, Heroes Corner Games & Merchandise
Durham: Needful Things
Oroville: Paradise Bikes
Order online for shipping at Paradise-Opoly.com.
Thank you for supporting this labor of love. Paradise-Opoly isn’t just a game—it’s a celebration of our community, its history, and its resilience. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for next year!
Warmly,
Tanner Stauss