Is there any way to mix widgets with other content on presentation page

I realize that it’s either columns of widgets or columns of posts. And I know that we are only supposed to use Cryout Column widgets. But to make my client really happy, I would love to have the widgets as well as an upcoming events calendar and an RSS feed of the latest blog posts. If I try to do it, the non-Cryout widgets throw off the alignment. Is there some way to hack this so it can work?? The widgets are so pretty and easy for my client to update themselves.

If there isn’t a way to hack it, please PLEASE consider adding a cryout widget that is an RSS feed, or custom HTML. Thank you!!