Holiday Gift Guide 2014

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Bustling Main Street offers plenty of opportunities for holiday shopping By JENNIFER WILLEMIN Era Reporter news@bradfordera.com Downtown Bradford is bustling with new businesses, offering shoppers an opportunity to find that perfect gift this holiday season. Since January, 12 businesses have opened their doors on Main Street, and 21 upkeep and restoration projects are under way. Main Street Manager Anita Dolan believes the quality of businesses has improved. She explained that local businesses have strengthened through a community emphasis on shopping locally and that businesses thrive off other businesses’ good qualities. Some new businesses include Little Fabric Garden, Main Street Antiques and Moments to Remember. Little Fabric Garden started with a group of friends who decided to quilt for a cause. After Little Fabric Garden’s Red Hat group had two breast cancer survivors, it as decided to make a quilt and have a giveway, with the proceeds going toward breast cancer awareness. From there, members strived to find quality fabric, so they came to the solution to open up a shop of their own. For the holidays, Little Fabric Garden will feature quilt patterns and table runner patterns. With such a rich variety of fabric and craft supplies, customers of the store will be able to create unique and timeless gifts. Also among the new businesses downtown is Main Street Antiques.

Era photo The Little Fabric Garden opened on Main Street in downtown Bradford, this fall, adding to a thriving downtown. The owner is shown getting the shop ready to open. Owner Todd Hennard decided to remodel a space that sat ings, roofing and window replacement. vacant for nearly three years. Specialty items at the antique shop In the past, Cash Mobs have helped boost the local economy. include furniture, glassware, Zippo lighters and music memora- In the Cash Mobs, participants are asked to spend at least $20 at a bilia. Bradford Chamber of Commerce member business, with the idenAt Moments to Remember, customers can create their dream tity of the business remaining a secret until the day of the event. events through unique and imaginative rental items. Specializing This time last year, there was no Main Street manager, so in crystal pieces, center arrangements, weddings and special cel- there weren’t as many projects under way. Last year, downtown ebrations, customers are sure to create their ideal setting with the Bradford was managed by the Downtown Bradford Business help of creative designer Laurie Lindstrom. Over the past year, Dolan explained small changes have been District Authority. Those shopping downtown for the holidays will also be able made downtown through the addition of hanging flower baskets, to partake on a bunch of new restaurants, including La Mixteca, painting the gazebo in Veterans Square, clearing up storefronts, Kabob’s at the Option House, Gabriel’s Bistro and the re-opened and organizing volunteer and community service projects. Main Street Broaster. Dolan explained that funds for Main Street projects are primarWith so many new shops and restaurants, there is something ily from state grants and private donors. Some recent projects include fixing lights, re-painting build- for everyone on Bradford’s thriving Main Street.

12 gifts of Bradford offer something for everyone

Bradford and the surrounding area have plenty to offer holiday shoppers looking for the perfect gift. Below is a local twist on the familiar song, “The 12 Days of Christmas.� 1. Zippo lighters Zippo Manufacturing Co. makes several different kinds of lighters to match any personality. The products can be customized with engravings. The possibilities are endless: Duck Dynasty to NFL to Chevy to plain lighters. The Zippo lighter was founded by George G. Blaisdell in the 1930s, the original Zippo was patented in 1936, and today the company’s products are popular worldwide. 2. Case knives Looking for a reliable knife for someone on your shopping list? Case fashions traditional folding pocket knives and fixed-blade sporting knives to limited production commemoratives and collectibles. W.R.

Case & Sons Cutlery Co. dates back to 1889 when brothers, William Russell (W.R.), Jean, John, and Andrew Case (“The Case Brothers�) began creating and selling knives along a wagon trail in upstate New York. Around the turn of the 20th century, W.R.’s son, John Russell (Russ) Case began W.R. Case & Sons, with his father on board as a consultant, according to information from Case. In 1905, the company moved to Bradford. Case underwent new ownership in 1993, after being purchased by Zippo. 3. Bradford Landmark Society books Interested in history? The Bradford Landmark Society offers the following books, listed on its website: “Death By Train - Horrifying yet True Stories of Train Wrecks and Accidents 1879-1927�; “Looking Down from Above,� image from Bradford’s aerial photographer, Donald B. Tanner; “Welcome

Home, Old Home Week 1909� by Thomas D. Jones; “The Bradford Oil Refinery� by Sally Ryan Costik; “Around Bradford II� by Sally Ryan Costik and the Bradford Landmark Society, “Historic Main Street� by Sally Ryan Costik and The Bradford Landmark Society; “A Collector’s Guide to the Wooden Collectible Miniature Buildings of Bradford� by Sally Ryan Costik and Larry Richmond; “A Pocket of Peace, a History of Bradford 18791979� by Mary Ann Johnston; and “Greater Bradford Bicentennial 1776-1976.� The Bradford Landmark Society is a historical organization dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of the history of the Bradford and Tuna Valley areas. The organization was founded in 1969. 4. McKean County SPCA, cats and dogs A dog or cat make the perfect gift. The McKean County SPCA is an organization committed to loving and caring for homeless, abused or neglected animals, based at 80 Glenwood

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Avenue in Foster Township. A listing of some of the animals can be found at www.petfinder. com/shelters/PA42.html or by visiting the shelter. 5. University of Pittsburgh at Bradford apparel Root for the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford Panthers or just wear campus attire at the Panther Shop at 300 Campus Drive in Bradford Township. Pitt-Bradford is a sprawling campus with several athletic teams, including basketball, baseball, volleyball and bowling. The campus also offers several organizations, including The Source newspaper, the Student Government Association, among others. The campus was founded in 1963 and now boasts more than a 1,500 students. 6. Main Street Movie House films Have a movie fan in your household? How about a night out at the theater? The movie house at 123 Main St. in Bradford has been owned and operated by Todd Hennard since 2013, and offers film series and

first-run movies. More information is at http://www.bradfordcinema.com/showtimes.html. 7. A Bradford Era subscription Have a news junkie in the family? This six-day-aweek newspaper covers news in McKean, Elk, Potter and Cameron counties. Each day the newspaper is chock-full of local meeting reports, features stories, photos and Associated Press stories, keeping readers up to date. Information is available at www.bradfordera.com. 8. Downtown Bradford businesses Main Street in Bradford has seen an upswing in new businesses since January, adding to a thriving downtown. Why not give a family member a gift certificate to one of the businesses which include the Main Street Outlet, Main Street Mercantile, among others. There’s something for everyone on your shopping list in downtown Bradford. 9. Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce gift certificates Not sure what your friend or family member wants for the holidays? The Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce offers gift certificates, which can go toward many businesses in the Bradford area. The chamber of commerce supports and promotes member businesses. 10. YMCA of the Twin Tiers membership Does your friend or family member like to work out? The YMCA of the Twin Tiers in Bradford, located on Boylston Street, is the place

to go. Bradford has a long history with the YMCA. It was established in the Bradford and Olean, N.Y., communities in 1886 as individual chartered non-profit organizations. In 2007, the two consolidated, creating the Olean-Bradford Area YMCA. In 2013, YMCA also came into Wellsville, N.Y. The three are named YMCA of the Twin Tiers. The agency has a mission to build strong children, strong families, strong communities. 11. Microtech knives The company produces many kinds of knives: the Alpha Detachment Operative is crafted from a solid billet stainless steel; the Arbiter features a clip point, 9-inch bowie style blade with an elegant recurved primary cutting edge and a secondary upper cutting edge; the Combat Troodon is a precision made out-the-front tactical automatic knife, among others. Microtech was established in 1994 in Vero Beach, Fla., and relocated in Bradford in 2005. The company is at Chestnut Street Extension. 12. Bradford Area Public Library, Pitt-Bradford used books Have a book lover as a friend or in your family? You don’t have to travel out of the area for deals on books. The Bradford Area Public Library on West Washington Street offers used books from 10 cents to a dollar, with titles being added often. In addition, the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford is continuing its book sale in Hanley Library.

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Downtown Bradford to be decked out for the holiday season By JENNIFER WILLEMIN Era Reporter news@bradfordera.com Main Street will be decorated with banners and lights as shoppers embrace the personal and economic benefits of shopping locally during the holiday season. In correlation with the downtown events — Cruisin’ Into Christmas, Small Business Saturday and Old Fashioned Christmas — local shops will have extended hours, specialty giveaways and refreshments. For shopping, Main Street Manager Anita Dolan said the Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe is always a favorite, along with the Main Street Mercantile. “There is a little bit for everyone, so it’s hard to pick just one business,� Dolan said. The Main Street Mercantile features various vendor booths that feature antiques, glassware, furniture, jewelry and home decor. Some additional

products include Sprague’s maple syrup, Zippo lighters, art, cards and candy. When one visits the Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe, they can expect a full shopping experience with fresh coffee and refreshment samples in the store daily. For the holidays, the Tin Ceiling has about 10 different trees, garland, string lights, snowmen, garden Santas, decorative mantle piece and battery operated, flameless candles. Also for the season, Tin Ceiling owner Nancy Graham picked up a few new candy lines, complimenting the tea and coffee selection in the store. There is also a wide assortment of Christmas linens, aprons, towels, soaps, lotions and pot holders, Christmas cookie cookbooks and winter scene prints from local artist Billy Jacobs. For men, the Shoppe features a lot of rustic, outdoorthemed gifts, money clips and

Era photo A pedestrian walks down Main Street in downtown Bradford near festive lit snowflakes. The holidays are nearly upon us and it is time for the city to be decked out in seasonal decorations. Bradford will play host to Cruisin’ Into Christmas, Small Business Saturday and Old Fashioned Christmas, and businesses will have extended hours, specialty giveaways and refreshments. keyrings, books, and an assortFollowing Black Friday, Express in 2010 help busi- 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 4 and 11, ment of items for the sport the Bradford Area Chamber nesses with their most press- the jolly man in red will be enthusiast. of Commerce will partner with ing need — getting more cus- at Santa house, available for On Black Friday, the Tin local businesses for Small tomers. The day encourages children. Local merchants will Ceiling Gift Shoppe will take Business Saturday. This is the people to shop at small busi- also have extended hours. 10 percent off a customer’s first time the Chamber has par- nesses on the Saturday after An Old Fashioned Christmas purchase. There will also ticipated on a national level. Thanksgiving. will be held on Dec. 13. There be a sale for Old Fashioned Small Business Saturday Later on, Santa will arrive will be certificates, promotions Christmas. was founded by American on several appearances. From and horse carriage rides.

Unique gift opportunities offered at downtown Bradford businesses By JENNIFER WILLEMIN Era Reporter news@bradfordera.com When it comes to holiday shopping, downtown Bradford can be a one-stop shop for rare and unique gifts. Upon walking into Main Street Antiques, it feels as if one has entered a time capsule, filled with wooden sleds, teacup candles and various vintage oddities. Main Street Antiques has gifts ranging from wooden wheelchairs to Victorian era chests to field organs and typewriters. For collectors, Main Street Antiques has various neon beer signs, license plates, fishing hooks and china lamps. There is also an assortment of Life magazines dating back to the 1950s.

At Timeless Treasures, a selection of dip, baking mixes and kitchen accents will have a shopper expanding their holiday gift list. Featuring products from Robert Rothschild Farm, customers have access to an interactive website with holiday entertaining ideas and recipes. Some specialty dip flavors include roasted pineapple and habanero, onion blossom horseradish, raspberry honey mustard and hot pepper peach. Also unique to Timeless Treasures is an assortment of girl’s night party purses, which include cocktail ingredients and recipes. Timeless Treasures also has an extensive variety of coasters, mugs and wine glasses. Elsewhere, Moments to Remember is no stranger to downtown Bradford, having relocated

its storefront from Kennedy Street to Main Street this year. At Moments to Remember, creative designer Laurie Lindstrom can help design a dream table setting or help a shopper find a one of a kind holiday wreath. For the holidays, Lindstrom will take special orders for NFL wreathes. In addition, she will have around 75 to 100 handmade holiday wreathes in a large variety of themes and color pallets. One special holiday wreath features customizable burlap accents. When a customer shops at the Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe, they can expect a full shopping experience with fresh coffee and refreshment samples in the store daily. For the holidays, the Tin Ceiling has about 10

different trees, garland, string lights, snowmen, garden Santas, decorative mantle piece and battery operated, flameless candles. Also for the season, Tin Ceiling owner Nancy Graham picked up a few new candy lines, complimenting the tea and coffee selection in the store. There is also a wide assortment of Christmas linens, aprons, towels, soaps, lotions and pot holders, Christmas cookie cookbooks and winter scene prints from local artist Billy Jacobs. For men, the Shoppe features a lot of rustic, outdoor-themed gifts, money clips and keyrings, books, and an assortment of items for the sport enthusiast. These are just a few of the many shops downtown Bradford has to offer, enabling residents to shop locally this holiday season.

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Gamers have variety of video games to choose from this holiday season

Holiday gift ideas for the new parent in your life By JENNIFER WILLEMIN Era Reporter news@bradfordera.com This holiday season, gamers will travel through mysterious, customizable worlds that are in need of a hero. Also exiting this season, a new operating system will be released. “Dragon Age: Inquisition,” “Destiny” and “FarCry 4” are among the highly anticipated games for Xbox and Playstation. Set in a vast, changeable landscape, “Dragon Age: Inquisition” allows the player to explore hidden caves and shape the world around them. After a cataclysmic event plunges the land of Thedas into turmoil, dragons darken the sky and cast a shadow of terror over a oncepeaceful kingdom. “Destiny” takes place in the Golden Age, a time when civilization spanned the solar system, but it didn’t last. After astrological wreckage, the survivors built a city beneath the Traveler. From there, humans began to explore old worlds, only to find them filled with deadly foes.

The player is the Guardian of the last safe city on Earth. “FarCry 4” goes back to Kyrat, a place where risk and uncertainty abound, and every decision you make could be your last. Set in the Himalayas, the player will hunt high and low with a new slew of weapons and tools, including the help of friends to stay alive on the mission. Other popular Xbox games include “Assassins Creed: Rogue,” “Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare” and “Grand Theft Auto V.” For younger gamers, “Batman 3: Beyond Gotham” is popular, “Little Big Planet 3” and “Pokemon Alpha Sapphire” are the games to look forward to. “The Evil Within” has been a best-seller for Playstation 4. While investigating a mass murder, detective Sebastian Castellanos and his partners encounter a mysterious and powerful force. Sebastian is knocked unconscious and when he awakens, he finds himself in a deranged world where crea-

tures wander among the dead. On Dec. 2, “Chivalry: Medieval Warfare,” “Fantasy Hero: Unsigned Legacy” and “Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5” will be released for Playstation. For the Ninetnedo Wii, Super Smash Bros is the fighting game of the season. The Mario brothers, Peach and Yoshi return, and for the first time, Rosalina and her sidekick Lumia from Super Mario Galaxy will enter the ring. Plus, with the online capabilities of the Wii U and the Nintendo 3DS, you can play Super Smash Bros online and against anyone in the world. For PC gamers, the new Alienware Alpha can bring gaming right to the living room. The first-generation Alienware Alpha will ship with Windows 8.1 on the console, although any PC program can be installed. Starting at $550, the Alienware Alpha console has an Intel Core i3 Haswell processor, 4GB of 1600MHz memory and two USB 2.0 ports. You can configure the Alpha with options including Core i5 and i7 processors, 8GB of RAM, and 1TB or 2TB hard drives.

Many parents fondly recall their first holiday season as a mom and dad. While youngsters may not remember much about their first Thanksgiving dinner with family or where their first Christmas present was placed under the tree, parents tend to cherish such memories, making their first holidays with children in tow very memorable. Loved ones of new parents can take steps to make this holiday season even more special. The following are some gift ideas for holiday shoppers who want to make this season even more memorable for the proud new parents in their lives. • Photo album: Today’s new parents have more pictures and video of their bundles of joy than any previous generation of moms and dads, as smartphones, tablets and other devices have made taking pictures much easier than in years past. But family members also have more access to such photos than ever before, making it easy to put together a special photo album of the new parents and their new child. Pull pictures from the parents’ social media accounts or make an album of the numerous photos you have no doubt received since your loved ones became parents. Parents likely don’t have time to make such albums, so your efforts will almost certainly be appreciated. • Camcorder: Many smartphones are capable of taking video, but such devices are not ideal for shooting longer home videos new parents will want to watch for years to come. An HD camcorder with sufficient internal flash memory can allow new parents to take

longer, higher quality videos with superior audio to those that are shot on smartphones. Such a camcorder may be costly for those shopping on a strict budget, but it's a gift new parents are sure to love and utilize for years to come. • Nursery sound system: New moms and dads are no doubt anxiously anticipating the day when the newest additions to their households sleep through the night. Help speed up the arrival of that glorious night with a nursery sound system that provides soothing sounds to create a perfect sleeping environment for newly born boys and girls. The results may not arrive overnight, but parents may soon find their lovable youngster is spending more of the wee hours of the morning sleeping and less time waking up mom and dad. • Spa treatment: Not every gift you buy for the new parents in your life needs to focus on helping them cherish their first holiday season as parents. New parents tend to experience lots of exhaustion in their first few months on the job, but a spa treatment can be just the relaxing break they need from catering to their bundle of joys’ every need. Moms may prefer the full spa treatment, while dads may simply want a massage and some relaxing time in the steam room. Book a treatment for both mom and dad so they can spend some time relaxing during this hectic time of year. New parents often cherish their first holiday season as moms and dads, and the right holiday gift can make that first holiday season even better.

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How to send gifts to faraway friends and family The holiday season is a time to share happy experiences with friends and family. But reconnecting with loved ones come the holidays is not always possible, especially when family and friends are spread out across the country, if not the globe. Even though these people may not be close geographically, they’re still close in our hearts and, therefore, still on our holiday shopping lists. Some issues arise when sending gifts to faraway friends and family. Distance necessitates shipping gifts or making travel arrangements. To make that process less complicated, consider these suggestions. • Package gifts wisely. When shipping gifts, exercise caution to ensure the item arrives on time and in one piece. The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for the shipping industry, and packages may endure a few bumps along the way. For fragile items, use extra packing peanuts, newspaper or other protective wrapping material. Choose the right size package so the gift does not move around much inside of the box. If the gift is expensive, insure the package in the event it gets lost or damaged. Also, you may want to spend a little more money to have the shipment tracked and a confirmation sent when the package is delivered. This can offer some peace of mind during a hectic time of year. • Take advantage of free shipping offers. Many retailers offer discounts on shipping rates during the holiday season. Shop at

retailers that offer such discounts, as shipping costs can be exorbitant depending on the sizes of the packages being sent. In addition, online retailers may allow you to ship the gift directly to its recipient, which can help you ensure the gift gets to its destination on time. • Give gift cards and certificates. Gift cards are an easy item to ship, and can be sent within the regular mail for the cost of a stamp. Certain retailers may have digital gift cards or certificates that allow buyers to email a special code to the gift recipient, who can then redeem the code for a purchase credit. This is a convenient, fast and inexpensive way to send holiday wishes. • Don’t forget about inspections and customs procedures. Items shipped out of the country may be delayed by customs inspectors at their ultimate destination. Assume that certain packages may be opened or detained, and ship such packages early so the gifts still arrive on time. Packages that look unusual or like they’re hiding something may be prone to inspection more so than others. Be honest about declarations of value and what is contained in the package. Also, realize certain items, like fruits, vegetables, plants, or seeds, may be prohibited. Learn the international shipping rules for your gift’s destination prior to sending anything. Distant family members and friends may be out of sight but certainly not out of mind come the holidays. When it comes to sending gifts, ship smart.

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Gifts for the people who aren’t family Boss Gifting the boss is a sensitive subject and should be dictated by company protocol. If you are the only employee to buy your boss agift, it may seem like you are trying to curry favor. However, if everyone else is gifting and you fail to offer a gift, you may be caught off guard. Some business etiquette experts say that it is customary for bosses to give gifts to employees but not the reverse. However, employees who are especially close with their bosses or who work closely with them each day may want to offer a small token of appreciation. When selecting gifts for bosses, do not give anything too personal, such as clothing, perfume or jewelry. Food or gift cards are a safer bet. Experts say a gift in the range of $10 to $25 is adequate. Chipping in for a gift with other employees may be the best course of action so you don’t inspire resentment among coworkers. Babysitter or nanny Caregivers play important roles in the lives of children. Once you have found a sitter or nanny who you trust, you want to ensure you keep that person content. If you regularly use a nanny or sitter, money is always a great gift. For a full-time nanny, one week to one month’s pay is adequate. For a regular sitter, consider a gift equal to two nights’ pay. Coach or club leader Children today are involved in many different activities, and chances are parents’ schedules are filled with sports games and practices. A small gift of $10 to $20 can show your appreciation to a coach or club leader. This is another instance

when it might be nice to pool your resources with fellow parents to purchase one large gift. Mail carrier If your mail is delivered by the same mail carrier week after week, you may want to spread some holiday joy. Mail carriers have an extra workload during the holidays, when they are tasked with delivering packages and greeting cards in addition to more routine mail. Civil servants may be forbidden from receiving cash. In such instances, a gift card makes a great gift. Trash collector Hauling garbage is neither an easy nor glamorous job. Many garbage collectors appreciate a tip for their hard work. Take notice of who collects the trash from your home. If it is the same people each week, take the time to personally deliver an envelope with a small tip of around $20. Hairstylist If you are a regular for frequent treatments and color in a salon, show the stylist you appreciate his or her work with a cash gift. If you want to give a wrapped present, avoid tools of the trade or anything that is too personal. Stylists are on their feet much of the day, so a gift for a massage appointment or pedicure may be just what they need.

Holiday gift ideas for gardeners (StatePoint) The holiday season is a great time to shower the gardeners in your life with the tools they need to grow beautiful and delicious things. Whether your recipient already has a green thumb or is just thinking about starting a new hobby, there are some great gift ideas out there for every level of gardening interest and skill. Herb and vegetable cookbook Everyone gets stumped from time-to-time when planning meals or figuring out how best to incorporate a fresh harvest into tonight’s dinner. Consider gifting a little inspiration. Any vegetable gardener will appreciate a great cookbook that focuses on cooking with fresh herbs and vegetables. There are many options — from cookbooks that focus on vegetable side dishes to vegetarian ones where veggie main dishes take center stage. Indoor gardening Why only grow tasty vegetables and beautiful flowers part of the year? For the yearround enthusiast, consider an indoor garden. For example, The Miracle-Gro AeroGarden is a soil-free garden that grows herbs, vegetables, salad greens and flowers five times faster than plants grown in soil. Because it uses advanced hydroponics to create an ideal environment for healthy growth, your gift recipient won’t need expertise for a successful garden to thrive. Plants grown in an Aerogarden receive an ideal balance of water, air and liquid nutrients packed with calcium, iron, magnesium and other key minerals. It also features a control panel to tell you when to add water, eliminating some of the trickier guesswork. Foodies and health enthusiasts will also be pleased to know that many of the seeds provided are heirloom varieties, and the company sources organic seeds when possible. More information about indoor soil-free vegetable and flower gardening can be found at www.AeroGarden.com.

Bird feeder Help your favorite gardener attract pollinators and add a touch of beauty to the garden with a unique bird feeder. The birds attracted by the feeder will do more than bring beauty to the recipient’s garden – they can help cross pollinate plants and flowers, as well. If you’re crafty, consider making it yourself, or use an online

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Holiday gift ideas for the health conscious (StatePoint) Americans have a lot on their minds during the holiday season, and the stress of ballooning budgets and crowded calendars can be enough to affect almost anyone’s wellbeing. With that in mind, why not use the holidays as an opportunity to give the most important gift of all? That gift, of course, is health. Here are a few ways to make your health-conscious friend or family member smile from ear to ear. The gift of fitness Whether buying for a fitness buff or a beginner, options abound. Exercise balls, kettlebells and resistance bands are inexpensive gifts that can help budding fitness gurus build their home gyms. If the DIY option isn’t right for the person you have in mind, try a prepaid gym membership, trainer session or package of yoga classes. Losing weight is the most popular New Year’s resolution, so spread the health. Healthy tech Many health enthusiasts like to monitor their progress and chart their results. These days, there are a number of gadgets that can help keep track of your fitness and dietary goals. From wristbands that log daily activity to wireless heart monitors and interval timers, technology can supercharge any regimen. Culinary inspiration Whether you’re shopping for a vegetarian, a Paleo enthusiast, or just someone looking to build a healthier kitchen, culinary gifts are always a sure bet. Healthy cookbooks and

kitchenware will help them stick to their healthy habits, and you might even get a delicious meal in the bargain. Charitable donations Donating to a health- promoting charity on another person’s behalf can be a great way to support his or her health-conscious cause. Giving Tuesday is Dec. 2 – a nationwide event that marks the perfect time for such a gesture. If you’re looking for a unique way to give back, check out Action for Healthy Kids, an organization that works to make schools healthier places for kids to learn. In its online gift catalog, you’ll find a host of charitable options, scaled to fit almost any budget. From a physical activity classroom kit to school breakfast for a child for the entire year (students who eat school breakfast score 17.5 percent higher on standardized math tests), Action for Healthy Kids provides an easy way to make an impact with healthy gifts. “Everyone is looking for the perfect gift for kids this time of year, and it’s hard to beat the gift of a healthier life,� said Rob Bisceglie CEO of Action for Healthy Kids. “It’s estimated that one-third of U.S. kids are overweight or obese. That’s a statistic that needs to change.� For more information, visit www.actionforhealthykids.org. Staying healthy and fit is important yearround, so don’t hesitate to give your friends and family holiday gifts that will help enrich their mind, body and soul. While other gifts might be used and discarded, yours will keep on giving.

By ALEX DAVIS Era Reporter a.davis@bradfordera.com The Era’s Less Fortunate (ELF) Fund has a new home for residents to drop off gifts for the holidays. The organization that makes sure that area children and senior citizens have gifts for Christmas will set up shop along Chestnut Street Extension for this year’s headquarters. The 4,000-square-foot building is an early Christmas present for the ELF Fund — after a weeks-long search for someplace between 5,000- to 10,000-squarefeet in Bradford City, Bradford Township or Foster Township. “It actually feels kind of relieving. We struggle with it (location) every year,� said ELF Fund chairman Ed Hayden. Hayden calls the location tight, but said it’ll do. “We will certainly make it work,� Hayden said. Plans call for the building to be used Dec. 2-6 as a gift drop-off point, according to information from the ELF Fund’s website. Group members will help collect, organize

and prepare gifts for distribution to those less fortunate in the Bradford area. Hayden said the building is located before the Zippo/Case Museum. The site actually has a Bedford Street address, but officials are saying that building is at 900 Chestnut. While the ELF Fund has had one wish granted, there’s another item on the list. Hayden said that help is needed from downtown businesses to display tags, which contain a wish from an ELF Fund recipient. Hayden said that an ELF Fund tree would get tags to shoppers, and it would bring Christmas shoppers into stores. This year, the ELF Fund has 212 families that will be beneficiaries. The group helps those 17-years-old and under and those at least 60-years-old living in the Bradford Area School District coverage area. “That’s quite a bit, and that equates to about 500 kids,� Hayden said. These children and senior citizens in the Bradford area will experience a Christmas miracle — the generosity of the community and the ELF Fund organization. The ELF Fund turns 31 this year. For more information, see the website ELFFund.org or call 814-596-7484.

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An oft-elusive yet gifty treat: Coffee table books By LEANNE ITALIE Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — As self-purchases, coffee table books may seem like pricey indulgences, but as gifts they’re an easy way to please a connoisseur, hobbyist or wannabe. Usually image-driven, often encyclopedic, consider one of these: FASHION “Joe Eula: Master of Twentieth-Century Fashion Illustration,� introduction by Cathy Horyn, image curation by Melisa Gosnell and Dagon James: An odyssey in sketches by the legendary fashion illustrator Joe Eula. He was there for Yves Saint Laurent’s first Dior show in 1958 and, over five decades, also worked as a costume designer, stage director and creative director at Halston. Quotes culled from interviews included. Harper Design, $85. “Study of Pose,� by Steven Sebring and Coco Rocha: Rocha, a dancer-turned-supermodel, is known as the “Queen of Pose� in fashion. Here she strikes 1,000 of them for the photographer, filmmaker and digital innovator Sebring. Each page is one numbered blackand-white photo showing Rocha in a simple dancer’s leotard and tights. And she did it inside Sebring’s famous “Rig,� an igloo-like contraption fitted with 100 cameras that shot her from numerous perspectives, all of which will be included in a companion app. Harper Design, $60. “Cartier in the 20th Century,� by Margaret Young-Sanchez, Pierre Rainero, Stefano Papi, Janet Zapata, Martin Chapman and Michael Hall: Glamorous and droolworthy 272-page history organized by theme in text and photos, with archival shots of Elizabeth Taylor and various royalty. In a slip box from The Vendome Press, in association with the Denver Art Museum, $75. RACE “Bill Duke’s Dark Girls,� interviews by Shelia P. Moses, photographs by Barron Claiborne: Based on an OWN Network documentary of the same name, the book includes more than 80 portraits of accomplished dark-skinned women with their first-person accounts of how they feel about their beauty and how they feel the world sees them. From Lupita Nyong’o to Toni Gaskins, a school guidance counselor in the Bronx. Amistad, $35. “Who We Be: The colorization of America,� by Jeff Chang: A close examination, mostly in text, of the place of artists in culturally desegregating America and how views on race have changed over the last five decades. The book stretches from the 1963 March on Washington through President Obama’s election and the aftermath of the George Zimmerman trial. St. Martin’s Press, $29.99. MUSIC “The Rolling Stones,� edited by Reuel Golden, brief foreword by former President Bill Clinton: If it’s large-scale satisfaction you crave for your superfan, this 13-inch-by-13-

AP photo This book cover image released by Rizzolli shows “The Art of Discovery: Hollywood Stars Reveal Their Inspirations,� by Robin Bronk. inch tome will do the trick at 522 pages of images, with limited text. Photographers David Bailey, Peter Beard, Cecil Beaton, Bob Bonis, Anton Corbijn, Annie Leibovitz and Helmut Newton are among the contributors, with a few Linda McCartney-shot images thrown in. Taschen, $150. “Jimmy Page,� by Jimmy Page: Visual autobiography by the Led Zeppelin guitarist, from his days as a choir boy to this promise at the end: “It might get louder.� Includes the work of rock photographers, and personal and tour memorabilia in 512 pages. Genesis Publications, $60. “All the Songs: The story behind every Beatles release,� by Jean-Michel Guesdon and Philippe Margotin, consulting editor Scott Freiman: As if there’s anything more for the truly obsessed, this 672 pager drills down to the genesis and production of 213 Beatles songs released in less than a decade, with photos and breakout factoids for fanatics. Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers, $50. POP CULTURE “The Art of Discovery,� by Jeff Vespa, edited by Robin Bronk: More than 100 celebrity portraits (Jessica Chastain, Shailene Woodley, Jared Leto, Seth Rogan) and quotes in 216 pages describing important moments in their lives. A portion of proceeds will go to support the arts advocacy programs of The Creative Coalition. Rizzoli, $45. “The World of PostSecret,� by Frank Warren: It’s been 10 years since Warren first asked people to anonymously send

him handmade postcards with their deepest secrets. Since, he’s received more than 1 million, traveling the world to talk about his project and lending them to museums. This is his sixth book of postcards (288 pages) and might be his last as he contemplates turning over the project to someone new. William Morrow, $29.99. “Don Martin: Three Decades of His Greatest Works,� foreword by Nick Meglin: More than 200 cartoons by Mad magazine’s “maddest artist.� There’s an abundance of color work, along with a selection of his posters and portraits. Running Press, $30. OUTDOORS “Rainforest,� text by Lewis Blackwell: From aerial to macro, leading nature photographers — new work by Tim Flack included — bring the rainforest alive from Peru to Borneo. With attitude. “Destroying rainforest for economic gain is like burning a Renaissance painting to cook a meal,� the book opens. Abrams, $60. “The Gardener’s Garden,� introduction by garden designer Madison Cox: In 480 pages, more than 250 private and public gardens around the world are covered. Each is shown in full color from several angles with detailed text covering their history and plantings. Organized geographically for gardens on five continents and 45 countries, from a 15th-century specimen in Japan to Versailles. Phaidon, $79.95. PHOTOGRAPHY “Vivian Maier: A photographer found,� by John Maloof and Marvin Heiferman: More than 235 full-color and blackand-white images shot by the mysterious nanny photographer who is also the subject of a documentary film, “Finding Vivian Maier.� Maier’s street and travel photography was discovered and her life reconstructed through interviews and the 150,000 images she had saved. Harper Design, $80. “Camera Crazy,� by Christopher D. Salyers and Buzz Poole: The cutesy history and specs of toy and novelty cameras, a term that generally spans simple plastic box cameras with fixed focus, limited aperture settings and a single shutter speed. Prestel, $29.95.

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Homeowners warm to double-oven’s practicality By BOB KARLOVITS Staff Trib Total Media

Bob Kelly of Fox Chapel says he knew he was "tired of the juggling game" as soon as he had his first double oven. It was no big decision for him to add another one when he and his wife, Gretchen, remodeled their kitchen earlier this year. He is one of the many homeowners who are moving to a double-oven kitchen for reasons that are more practical than extravagant. Mark Uchida, owner of A ReMARKable Kitchen in Blawnox, says two-thirds of his kitchen-remodeling customers bring up double ovens when they start talking about their plans. "It can be a status thing," he says. "But a lot of these people are amateur chefs, and they are getting into it for practicality." Paul Bristow, product manager for Built-in Cooking at GE Appliances, agrees. He says double-oven users tend to be cooking "enthusiasts" who find the appliance helpful or "aspirers" who are growing into that role. He says 35 percent of GE oven sales involve a double oven in one way or another. That number includes traditional double ovens, two smaller ovens in the space of one and appliances such as the GE Advantium. The latter is equipped with a traditional oven and what he calls "four oven in one" that acts as a microwave, a speed cooker, a convection oven and a warming device. Julie Ann Metz, a designer in the kitchen and bath center at Plumbers Equipment in Plum, agrees to the popularity. "There's a whole lot of Texas going on out there," she says about customers who are happy to be dealing with kitchens that get bigger all the time. While she jokes about their installation often being a matter of show, she says most of her customers are people 45 and older, who like to entertain or cook a great deal and are looking for more convenience. Kelly says he and Gretchen lived in Wilkins and Plum before moving to Forest Hills, where they encountered their first double oven. They hadn't considered the need for one before that, but suddenly the answer to a lot of entertainment needs were clear. "We don't have lots of parties or anything, but I do like to cook," he says. "If we have someone over for Thanksgiving or Christmas, it makes things a lot easier." The double oven in their Fox Chapel home was a rather routine one below a 30-inch range. They stepped up their cooking equipment a good deal in the remodeling, moving to a wall-mounted double oven and a separate 36-inch cooktop. Uchida says that type of installation provides a great deal more flexibility for only slightly more money than simpler, earlier ones. A wall-mounted unit with a 36-inch cooktop can cost a little more than $3,000 total, just slightly more than a double-oven-cooktop combination for about $2,800. "Plus, you are getting more space on the cooktop," he says. Prices for double ovens seem to start around $1,500 and large professional units can go 10 times that amount. The GE Advantium double unit costs about $4,000, Bristow says. Consumer Reports lauds double ovens for multitasking, an aspect with which Uchida agrees. But he also says to ensure such work, it is wise to have one oven be convection

AP photo Bob Kelly of Fox Chapel shows his double oven in his home on Oct. 30, 2014.

and the other not, so the latter can be used when lower heat is needed. The difference between convection and standard ovens is part of the flexibility double ovens provide, he says. If a cook is sauteeing on the stovetop but is running out of space, that person could heat a convection oven to 500 degrees and continue the process inside. Of course, double ovens do take up some space and can be an issue in smaller kitchens. They are frequently seen in new kitchens that are built as gathering spots, with more space and a possible spot for a double oven. In smaller, older rooms, however, they can be added. With some space between the insulation of a stove and refrigerator, the two units can even be placed side-by-side, Uchida says. Bristow says GE has double units ranging from 27 to 36 inches in width. The company feels so confident it can fit any renovation, it has a program called the GE Fits Guarantee which awards $300 if the company does not have an item for a job. All of the planners agree loss of cabinet space is a possibility.

Kelly says his double oven was put in an area where a pantry was, but the design of the rest of the kitchen changed "so we ended up with more space" than before. Metz agrees the idea for a double oven often emerges in a renovation or construction of a new home. Installation in small, older homes is not out of the ordinary though, she says. "We have knocked out a wall any number of times," she says. She says her comment of age being a determining issue seems to come into play with kitchen issues in new homes, too. She says older homeowners are more likely to add a double oven to a new kitchen, while younger ones often "have maxed themselves out" and are not so much interested to add another item. "They can be used more often than Christmas and Thanksgiving," Uchida says. "There's a lot of functionality to them." ——— Bob Karlovits is staff writer for Trib Total Media. He can be reached at bkarlovits@tribweb.com or 412-320-7852.

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Holiday shopping crowds out early this year By Lauren Cappuccio lcappuccio@publicopinionnews.com CHAMBERSBURG —With more than a week to go until Thanksgiving and five weeks until Christmas, shoppers in Franklin County are already out and about as they try and find their perfect gifts. Cathy Reynolds, Chambersburg, and her children Morgan and Harry, were picking up some gifts Sunday at Target. The gifts weren't for family members though, it was for items they were putting together for a shoebox for Operation Christmas Child, which sends toys and other items to those in need. The Reynolds were getting items together for a young boy. "The girls are easier to shop for, so we decided to try and get a box together for a boy because maybe people weren't doing as many of them," Cathy said. "It's definitely harder to find items for a boy." As for themselves, they had a longer way to go. "We really haven't started shopping too much for us, yet," she said. Amy Leidig, Greencastle, and her daughters, Amber and Autumn, were out at the Kohl's in Chambersburg casually looking for gifts. "We really pick things up as we go," Amber said. "I look for ideas online and then pick up things in the store." Amy said it was a little early yet to have all the gifts, but they were still looking.

Autumn was being smart and saved her recent birthday money and ask for things she wanted for Christmas instead. "I want Xbox games," she said, stating that she really wanted the video game Sims 3. Autumn also mentioned asking for a tablet computer. In the Christmas section inside, Debie MacKanick, Shippensburg, and her daughter Kendall, 8, were looking at the ornaments. "I usually am an early shopper and am done before Thanksgiving," she said. "But things came up this year and I'm behind." Kendall particularly liked a pizza and shark ornament, which reminded her of family members, but what she really wanted for Christmas was something more hand-held then an ornament. "I want an iPod touch," she said. Denise Manning, Chambersburg, was stopping at Sears at the Chambersburg. The parking lot was almost full of people going to the store's going out of business sale. The store is expected to close at the end of the holiday season. "I try and wait until Black Friday to go shopping because of the deals," Manning said. "I have teenagers and they always want the big ticket items and I like getting as many deals as I can." A big item this year, she said, is a new computer. Manning said some of her shopping is also AP photo online. "I just can't stand the crowds," she said. "They Kendall MacKanick, 8, Shippensburg, picks up a pizza ornament Sunday at Target, while her mother, Debie, looks on. Debie MacKanick said she's a little behind on her are overwhelming." — Chambersburg Public Opinion Christmas shopping this year and is usually done before Thanksgiving.

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Area food pantries stock up for holidays By AMANDA NICHOLS and RUTH BOGDAN Era Reporters news@bradfordera.com Area food pantries are experiencing an increase in need, and with the holidays here, are stocking up to fill the evergrowing demand. Friendship Table chairperson Barb Shufran said her group is already feeding up to 550 people a week and she anticipates an increase in need as the holidays approach. “We’re looking to have quite a lot of people coming our direction because of the holiday and the economy the way it is,� Shufran said. “We seem to just be getting a lot of people with food prices escalating.� According to Shufran, the Friendship Table does not get any federal or state funding, “so it’s wholly dependent on the community. “We serve hot meals with a couple entrees each day. It’s a well-balanced, very nutritional meal for all ages,� she said. “We are seeing an increase in need, a lot of people every week, so we appreciate everything the community contributes. Without their contributions we wouldn’t be able to stay open.� She said they accept monetary donations, as well as donations of food items and paper products, which can be dropped off at the Friendship Table between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Destinations Bradford executive director Becky Plummer said the number of people seeking help from their pantry has doubled since May. Plummer said she initially attributed the increase in need over the summer to children being home from school and a few reductions in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the past year. However, numbers didn’t go down either when children returned to school or when SNAP benefits recently went back up slightly, she said. “It all leaves us wondering why the need is so great,� Plummer said. “We’re waiting to see how it plays out. Hopefully the slight SNAP increase will alleviate some of

the pressure on food pantries as well as concerns of community members in need. “Now, we’re entering the holiday season, when need usually increases quite a bit,� she added. “We’ll do what we can with what we have.� She said Destinations typically gives out three comprehensive meals, plus a couple lunch and breakfast items and a snack, in a prepacked bag for a total of about 15 to 20 pounds of food. “We all work together (area pantries) so every can, every donation in the community is playing a part in meeting the need,� Plummer said, noting that Destinations also accepts donations of hygiene items. She explained that the YWCA and Salvation Army in Bradford are primary pantries which individuals can use, but must choose one or the other. Destinations serves as a supplemental pantry if people need additional food after going to one of those two pantries, according to Plummer. Lt. Dawn Carter with the Salvation Army in Bradford Food Drive said they expect to supply food for up to 200 families this year. “That’s how many have already signed up, and there will probably be more,� Carter said, noting they are looking for donations of canned fruits and vegetables, instant potatoes, soups — things that families can use for the holidays and may last a bit longer if they don’t use it right away. “If we get two cans for each family we would need about 600 cans,� she said. The Salvation Army recently wrapped up it’s Project Bundle Up through which they collected coats, scarves and other warm clothes for 107 individuals, mainly children and senior citizens, according to Carter. “The need has definitely gone up a little bit this year,� she said. “We’ve seen it in not only in the food pantry, but in Project Bundle Up as well.� She said the organization also plans to do a Fill the Truck at Walmart this year, where customers can drop off donations they purchased in-store as they leave.

Era photo by Kate Day Sager Betty Burkhouse, at left, and Tammy Slaughenhaupp of the Friendship Table in Bradford prepare seasoned baked potatoes for a meal. Donations can also be dropped off at the Salvation Army location at 111 Jackson Ave., where they have a special area in the food pantry to collect for holiday food baskets. Jane Crossley, director of God’s Food Pantry at the Coudersport Alliance Church, which services all of Potter County, said more than 200 families are being helped each month at their location. Crossley explained the food pantry is set up like a store. “They come in and pick out their own food.� They are allowed to pick a certain number of non-perishable items, but she also tries to keep items such as bread and fresh fruits and vegetables in the pantry. The income requirement is 150 percent of poverty level, and individuals may only come once every 30 days, with the amount of food they get depending on the number of people

living in their household. Right now, “we are doing fairly well� with food supplies, Crossley said, who explained the pantry has held a couple of food drives recently. The Rev. Phil Pinczewski of St. Callistus Roman Catholic Church in Kane said the food pantry kept in the church basement is in need of non-perishable food donations.

Pinczewski is confident they will get what they need as it has been his experience that people are “more generous� when the holidays come around. “We don’t turn anything away,� he said, noting that the number of families and individuals needing assistance in the area has “stayed pretty consistent.� While the need usually

declines in spring and summer, he said it didn’t really this year. “I imagine it will only get bigger,� Pinczewski said. People can make food donations “anytime the church is open,� he said. If people call, “we can arrange for it to be open.� He noted there are bins in the back of churches in the Kane area where smaller food donations can be made.

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Holiday menu planning for first-time hosts Novice holiday hosts often have a lot on their plates. Whether hosting family or friends or a combination of both, first-time hosts typically want to impress their guests while ensuring they get enough to eat and have an enjoyable evening. Since dinner is such a big part of holiday gatherings, hosts often place extra emphasis on what to serve, and that can be tricky when this is the first time they are hosting. When planning the menu for your holiday soiree, consider the following tips. * Get a head count. Though other factors will influence what to serve, the size of your guest list may ultimately dictate what to serve. For example, a small gathering of four to five people will likely rule out turkey, as even a small turkey will prove too much effort and produce too much extra food. On the same note, a small dish like lasagna might not be doable for a larger crowd, as it will force you to prepare multiple entrees, which means more time in the kitchen juggling the various cooking duties and less time with your guests. Once you have confirmed just how many guests you will be hosting, you can then choose a main course that suits the size of your guest list. * Decide which type of party you want to host. The type of party you want to host also will influence what you serve. A formal gathering should include an appetizer, a main course and a dessert, including both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffees. A less formal gathering gives hosts more leeway. For example, whereas a formal gathering may include soup as an appetizer,

hosting a less formal gathering allows hosts to put out some snacks or bread for guests to whet their appetites before everyone sits down for the meal. The more formal the gathering, the more formal the menu. Hosts of less formal gatherings may even want to host a holiday pot luck buffet, inviting guests to bring a favorite dish or side dish while the hosts take care of the main course. * Ask guests if they have any dietary restrictions. Upon being invited to a holiday dinner, some invitees may let hosts know if they have any food allergies or medical conditions that restrict which foods they can eat. Solicit such information from all of your guests, and do your best to cater to each of your guests' needs. Some guests might be on a gluten-free diet while others may need to limit their sodium intake. You might not be able to meet everyone's demands. Let guests know if they should bring an appropriate snack if you cannot provide one for them. * Include traditional holiday fare. People have grown to expect certain things from holiday meals, be it sweet potatoes on Thanksgiving, brisket for Chanukah or holiday cookies or even eggnog at Christmas parties. When planning the menu, be sure to include at least one of these traditional items, even asking guests for suggestions. Such fare will give the party a genuine holiday feel, and guests will appreciate seeing some items on your dinner table they have enjoyed at their own holiday celebrations over the years. * Don't overdo it. First-time hosts want to ensure everyone gets enough to eat, so it's easy

First-time holiday hosts can take a number of steps to ensure their menus appeal to all of their guests. to overdo things and prepare too much food. This can be expensive, and guests may feel obligated to overeat so hosts don't have to discard any of the food they worked so hard to prepare. Though it might once have been a holiday tradition to overeat, many men and women now prefer mod-

eration, and hosts should keep that in mind when preparing their holiday meals. Hosting a holiday dinner for the first time can be nerve-wracking.But there are a variety of steps first-timers can take when preparing their menus to come off looking like old pros.

Gifts to keep kids engaged The many ways to recycle Christmas greeting cards Store aisles are filled this time of year with every musthave gift retailers can advertise. Children often plead and The Greeting Card beg for the hottest toys weeks Association says Americans ahead of the holidays, hoping purchase some 6.5 billion greetto find their requests wrapped ing cards every year. Of those, up come the big day. around 1.6 billion are Christmas But once the gift wrap cards. Exchanging cards is a is torn away and kids have great way for people to show played with their presents for their loved ones that they're a day, some already grow thinking about them, and such bored with their new belongcards make for festive ornaings and cast them aside. ments to display around homes. Certain toys are not engaging But when the holiday season enough to warrant extended ends, recycling those cards into periods of play - no matother items can make good use ter what the advertisements of the paper resources and turn boast. what's normally a single-use No gift-giver wants to item into an enduring trinket. spend money on a present · Turn this year's cards into only to have it collecting dust next year's gift tags. Cut out days later. With that said, circles, rectangles or any shape employing these strategies you desire. Otherwise, visit can help anyone select a gift lect gifts that will have a longer shelf life, guaranteeing the scrapbooking aisle of your that will continue to inspire more opportunities for play. favorite craft store and purchase and excite children long after the holiday season has come and gone. · Don't believe the hype. It's easy to fall hook, line and sinker for ultra-popular trendy gifts. While such gifts may have popular appeal, that does not mean they're a perfect fit for your child. When shopping for youngsters come the holiday season, choose a gift because your child will truly enjoy it and not because it's the trendy item of the year. · Focus on the play factor. Too often shoppers get caught up in toys' appearances. Instead, think about how the toys will work with imaginative play. The more a child can envision himself doing with a particular toy, the more likely he or she will exhibit a continued interest in that toy. · Look for minimal bells and whistles. Kids often find toys that leave more room for imagination more interesting than toys that are loaded with gadgets. Children prefer to make up their own stories and create modes of play that are more about what they like rather than the "right" way to play or win. · Choose gifts that grow. Shoppers want to select gifts that are age-appropriate for children so they will be safe during play time. But shoppers also should look for toys and activities that can be modified and grow with the child as he or she ages. A game that gets progressively harder through levels or a toy set that can be supplemented as kids grow older may make good gifts. Musical instruments also can grow with a child, as the instruments become easier to master with practice. · Figure out the child's interests. Toys that cater specifically to a child's interests will be the most warmly received. It may take going the extra mile to find a gift that matches a child's interest rather than picking up the first trendy gift you see, but the results will be well worth it. Taking a little extra care and doing some research will go along way when it comes to giving kids toys they will cherish for a long time to come.

a paper punch to make easy work of cutting those shapes. · Transform a greeting card into a mini puzzle for a youngster. · Glue silly characters from Christmas cards onto a sheet of magnet. Then use these magnets for decorations next year. · Frame favorite cards so their messages can endure year after year. · Turn a beautiful card into a keepsake. Use a decoupage medium to attach a card to a ceramic or wood backing. Coat with a polyurethane top coat to protect it. · Use greeting cards to make wine charms for holiday entertaining. Guests can keep track of their glasses with ease. · Use cut-outs of cards to

improve the appearance of plain gift wrap or bags. · Insert cut rounds of greeting cards into the inside of can lids to create crafty ornaments. · Make a paper Christmas tree from cutouts on greeting cards. · Encourage kids to make a photo collage from the cards they like. Mount their efforts on poster board and save for next year. · Donate used cards. St. Jude's Ranch recycles greeting cards by reselling them to help fund programs.

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Effectively manage your credit this holiday season Spending is synonymous with the holiday season. According to the U.S. Census Monthly Retail Trade Survey, spending rose throughout the holiday season in 2013, when consumers spent more than $300 billion in the month of December alone. If spending and the holiday season go handin-hand, so, too, does January and the financial hangover that results from having spent so much in November and December. Many consumers find themselves in considerable debt come the new year, having decided to put many of their holiday purchases on plastic when the season was in full swing. But just because the holidays are a season of spending does not mean the first months of the new year need to be an exercise in extricating yourself from debt. The following are a few ways shoppers can effectively manage their credit this holiday season. ¡ Don't use credit just to earn bonuses. One way to fall into significant debt is to justify your use of credit cards as a great way to earn miles, points or cash-back bonuses. While such rewards can be appealing, if you're afraid that you will overspend this holiday season if you put everything on plastic, then don't do so just so you can earn

bonuses. Credit cards should only be used when you have enough money to pay off a balance in its entirety before you incur any interest charges. Those rewards might be tempting, but they're not as valuable if you overspend and end up paying substantial interest charges. ¡ Avoid retailer credit cards. Retailer credit cards also entice shoppers with deals. When purchasing items in-store, customers often are asked if they would like to earn a percentage off of their purchase by signing up for a retailer credit card. Such discounts may fall anywhere between 10 and 20 percent, a deal that many men and women may find too tempting to resist. However, retailer credit cards often come with much higher interest rates than standard credit cards. Unless you know you can pay off the balance immediately, decline the offer to sign up for a retailer credit card, opting instead to pay for your items with cash or a preexisting card that carries a much lower interest rate. ¡ Use only one card. Using multiple cards when making holiday purchases is a great way to lose track of how much you have spent. Even though the Internet makes it easy to check balances on all of your cards multiple times per day, managing credit is still easier if you only need to log in to

How to help new parents make the holidays special Bringing a baby home changes a person's life. Babies bring great joy but also some confusion into a household, especially as the new parents adapt in their first few weeks or months as mom and dad. Babies tend to draw attention away from their folks, whose needs may be lost in the shuffle. As baby's first holiday season approaches, the youngster's parents and extended family often attempt to make the experience as memorable as possible. But family and friends of new parents also can take steps to lighten new parents' holiday burdens by offering some thoughtful holiday gifts that can provide support and love for newly minted moms and dads. ¡ Time: New parents typically are short on time. There's little time to shop, eat and sleep. Friends and family of new parents can give the gift of time this holiday season. Offer your services as a babysitter so new parents can enjoy some alone time, or simply lend a hand with household chores so the new mom and dad can relax instead of work while their bundle of joy is napping. ¡ Memories: The first hours and days of having a new child are filled with opportunities to capture every moment. Gone are the days when film must be developed and tangible photos must be stored in photo albums. Digital technology means some photos never make it to hard copies. But even if photos rarely find their way into

frames, preserving early memories is essential. Computers can fail and camera cards can break. In such instances, precious images may be lost forever unless parents have backup. An Eye-FiŽ wireless memory card will automatically upload images from a camera to a computer or external memory source, ensuring no precious snapshots are lost. ¡ Food: New parents' nourishment may come from any package that's easily torn open with their teeth while tending to a crying infant. Meals, snacks and food baskets make great gifts that keep parents fed and happy. Consider memberships to fruit of the month clubs or call the new parents' favorite restaurant and send them a meal. ¡ Pampering: Sometimes new parents just need some pampering, whether it's a shopping excursion, a visit to a hair dresser, an appointment with a masseuse, or something as simple as a long, uninterrupted hot shower. A gift card to a spa or salon may make a good gift for a luxury-starved parent. Just remember to factor child care into the equation so that Mom or Dad will not have any excuse to cancel his or her appointment. New parents face many challenges, and helping them through their first holiday season as a mother and father can make this precious period that much more memorable

a single account to monitor your holiday spending. Make a daily effort to monitor that spending, as it's free to view your balance online and such monitoring can greatly reduce the likelihood that you will overspend. ¡ Don't exceed your credit limit. One of the biggest yet most preventable mistakes consumers make come the holiday season is exceeding their credit limits. Exceeding your credit limit not only means you will have a rough month of January when the bills come due, but such a mistake also has a more long-term effect, as your credit score suffers anytime you exceed your limit. ¡ Know your interest rates. Though it's best to only use a credit card when you know you can repay the balance in full when the bill arrives, some consumers simply must carry a balance. In such instances, know the interest rate held by a particular card before you swipe that card to make a purchase. Some cards hold variable interest rates, which means the interest charged back in June may be far lower than the interest you will be charged in January. Before using any of your credit cards, determine which one holds the lowest interest rate and use that one when making holiday purchases. Though spending might be synonymous with the holiday season, consumers need not accept credit card debt as a harsh reality of January. Taking steps to manage credit effectively when

Holiday shopping can be an enjoyable experience if you set a budget and stick to it. Take advantage of specials on credit cards but do not spend more than you know you can pay off. holiday shopping can make January a more enjoyable time of year.

How to establish gift spending limits As the cost of living continues to rise, holiday shopping also has become much more expensive in recent years, and it can be easy for shoppers to overextend themselves financially come the holiday season. According to a recent Gallup poll, the average American plans to spend around $790 per holiday season, although many go above and beyond that amount. Starting off the new year in debt is a recipe for stress, which can have negative repercussions for the rest of the year. In addition to overspending during the holiday season, many people stretch themselves thin on Valentine's Day, birthdays, and Mother's Day and Father's Day. One way to make shopping more manageable is to establish spending limits that dictate how much each family member can spend on each gift he or she buys. It is important to exercise

tact when approaching the subject of gift limits. Discuss the topic with friends and family members with whom you usually exchange gifts long before the holiday season. Agree on a reasonable amount of money each person will spend on gifts. If necessary, ask everyone to write down a figure and then determine the average, using that figure as your spending limit. Establishing a spending limit makes it easier for every family to afford their holiday purchases. If there are six people on your shopping list and you're spending $50 per person, you know to allocate $300 for gifts. Saving and budgeting can be adjusted accordingly. When no such limit is established, you may go overboard to compensate, even if you cannot afford to do so. Another way to save money is to suggest giving the gift of experiences rather than tangible and potentially costly gifts.

For example, take a loved one out for dinner or suggest going on vacation together to make better use of your collective funds. A well-timed extended family vacation in lieu of gift exchanges may alleviate the stress of the holiday season, much of which can be traced to holiday spending. Establishing a gift-giving strategy and budget for each person to work with can make for a more peaceful holiday season by freeing up time to spend with loved ones and placing the focus on family instead of shopping.

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Homemade dinner rolls for those with gluten allergies Holiday dinners vary depending on the household, but certain staples seem to pop up no matter where you sit down to enjoy your holiday meal. Dinner rolls are one such staple, as few things supplement a hearty holiday meal better than freshly baked homemade dinner rolls. Men and women with gluten allergies may want to avoid traditional dinner rolls, but holiday hosts can take steps to ensure everyone gets to enjoy dinner rolls regardless of their dietary restrictions. The following recipe for "Dinner Rolls" from Jeanne Sauvage's "Gluten-Free Baking" (Chronicle Books) is a glutenfree version of a beloved holiday staple. Dinner Rolls Makes 18 rolls 4 sugar

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tablespoon of the sugar into the warm milk. Whisk in the yeast to dissolve. Set aside to proof. The mixture will get foamy. If your kitchen is warm, the mixture will foam quickly, so watch it to make sure it does not overflow the bowl. In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, salt, and remaining 3 tablespoons sugar. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs on medium speed until foamy, about 3 minutes. Add the oil and beat for 2 more minutes. Reduce the speed to low, add the vinegar and beat to combine. Add the yeast mixture and beat to mix. Add the flour mixture and beat to combine, then increase the speed to medium-high and beat for 3 minutes longer. Distribute the dough equally

among the prepared muffin cups and fill them about three-quarters full. With a sharp knife that has been dipped in tapioca flour, cut a deep slash in the top of each roll. Dip the knife in flour before each cut, and don't worry if a little extra tapioca flour is left on top of the rolls. Preheat the oven to 375 F. Let the dough stand in a warm, draft-free place to rise until doubled in bulk, about 40 minutes. Brush the top of each roll with melted butter. Bake until the tops are a nice golden brown, about 20 minutes. If they start to brown too quickly, loosely tent the rolls with aluminum foil. Remove the rolls to wire racks to cool. If you are serving them immediately, it's nice to put them in a tea towel-lined blanket to keep warm. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Holiday office party planning pointers Holiday office parties are highly anticipated events at many companies. Some businesses prefer to go for broke with regard to their holiday parties, hosting lavish affairs for employees and clients alike. Other companies opt for more lowkey events attended only by employees and their significant others. Those tasked with planning holiday office parties often must make a host of decisions, all in an effort to ensure everyone has a good time. That can be a tall task for party planners who work for companies that boast a diverse staff and/or clientele. But the following tips can help those tasked with laying out a holiday office party plan an event that's festive and enjoyable for everyone. ¡ Start early. The longer you wait to begin planning the party, the less options you will have at your disposal when you do start to plan. For example, if you wait too long before you start planning, restaurants or banquet halls may already be booked solid on Fridays and Saturdays, the most common nights that holiday office parties are held. So start your planning as early as possible, consulting with the person in charge with regard to the resources you will have at your disposal before you begin your research. ¡ Choose the type of event. Holiday parties do not often change in style from year to year, so this decision may already be made for you. For instance, if last year's holiday party was an informal affair for employees only, then this year's event is likely to follow the same formula. But confirm such details with your superiors. You may have more or less room in the party

budget this year, so confirm the type of party your bosses intend to throw before you begin contacting vendors. ¡ Choose a date and time for the party. Every employee should be able to attend the holiday party, so try to choose a date and time that is agreeable to everyone. The chances of 100 percent attendance are slim, but you can still aim for a date and time that works for as many people as possible. If staff members include overnight workers, consult with management to determine if those employees can get the night off to attend the party. Such a gesture will be appreciated by the overnight shift, and it makes it possible for more employees to join in the festivities. ¡ Make and share your schedule for the night. Even the most extravagant holiday office parties tend to be somewhat loose events, but it's still important to create a schedule so guests know when and where to be at various points throughout the party. In addition to what time the party starts, the schedule should include information about when cocktail hour begins, when food will be served and when any special announcements, if any, will be made. The schedule will ensure that no guest feels like he or she missed any important events that unfold during the party. ¡ Don't forget entertainment. Entertainment can make a holiday office party that much more memorable. Large parties may require the services of a professional deejay or live band, while small parties may survive with a portable music player playing holiday music or popular party fare. In addition to music, think up some games to keep guests engaged throughout the night.

Give prizes, such as an extra day off or gift cards, to employees so they have something to look forward to if they win the games. ¡ Arrange for transportation. If you plan to serve alcohol during the party, then arrange to have transportation available after the party for anyone who may need a ride home. It's fair to

assume that some employees may party a little too much, so make sure the night does not take a tragic turn by letting everyone know there is transportation available if they need it. Planning a holiday office party can be challenging and fun. Establishing a party plan can ensure everyone has a festive and safe night.

Holiday films to lift your spirits Many families have their own unique holiday traditions, but some traditions transcend familial lines to become an integral part of many people's holiday celebrations. One of the more popular traditions during this festive time of year is to watch a favorite holiday film with family and friends. With that in mind, the following are some of the most beloved holiday movies ever to make it onto the big screen. ¡ "It's a Wonderful Life": Perhaps no holiday film is more beloved than this 1946 Frank Capra-directed classic. Screen legend Jimmy Stewart plays a desperate businessman contemplating suicide during the holiday season. But a guardian angel helps him realize all the good fortune in his life by showing him what life might have been like if he had never existed. ¡ "White Christmas": This 1954 song-anddance film stars Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye as a pair of longtime friends and ex-military men who fall in love with a sister act team that includes famous singer (and aunt to George Clooney) Rosemary Clooney. Crosby and Kaye join forces to save the failing Vermont inn of their beloved former commander.

¡ "Miracle on 34th Street": Natalie Wood stars in this 1947 classic that follows the trial of Kris Kringle, who claims to be Santa Claus and must prove otherwise to avoid being institutionalized. Nominated for Best Picture at the 1948 Academy Awards, "Miracle on 34th Street" won three of the prestigious statuettes, including a Best Supporting Actor OscarŽ for Edmund Gwenn, who played the jolly old man in the red suit. ¡ "Bad Santa": Though not quite as heartwarming as many holiday films, this 2003 black comedy stars Billy Bob Thornton as miserable, alcoholic con man "Willie," who poses as a mall Santa Claus so he can rob a department store safe on Christmas Eve. But in spite of its rather raunchy take on the holiday season, the film is ultimately a story of redemption as Willie befriends a bullied youngster and begins to turn his life around. ¡ "A Christmas Carol": Those looking for a more traditional take on holiday films need look no further than this 1951 adaptation of the Charles Dickens novella, which tells the tale of bitter miser Ebenezer Scrooge as he is haunted by three ghosts on Christmas Eve.

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