Shop Local 2021

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

THANK YOU FROM LOCAL FIRST LOCAL IMPACT A BOOST TO THE BOTTOM LINE DONATION DRIVES LOCAL HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

WHY LOCAL?

When you choose to shop with a locally, independently owned business, you are choosing to support your neighbors, friends, and families. Compared to shopping at a national chain or online giant, shopping local RECIRCULATES 85% MORE of your dollars back into the community.

For every $10 million in sales, independent retailers create 47 JOBS.

Local businesses pay SUBSTANTIAL PROPERTY TAXES and collect sales tax that contributes to our city and county budget.

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INTERIM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Carrie Cass

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Carrie Cass

DIRECTOR OF MULTIMEDIA SALES

Jamie Opalenik

MANAGER OF CREATIVE SERVICES

Tad Smith

SPECIAL SECTIONS EDITOR

Hunter Harrell

CRAFTS ENCOURAGE HOLIDAY CHEER

ILLUSTRATIONS

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ADVERTISING DESIGN/ PRODUCTION

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RECIPE FOR SOFT GLAZED GINGERBREAD

ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVE

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COMMUNITY EVENTS 25 WAYS TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Compared to large national corporations, local, independent businesses DONATE TWICE AS MUCH per employee to non-profit organizations.

Ballantine Communications uses reasonable effort to include accurate and up-to-date information for its special publications. However, all information comes from a variety of sources and may change at any time for any reason.

Verify specific information with the To view the online version of this guide, visit www.durangoherald.com. organization or business noted.

Local, independent business owners and their employees LIVE,

WORK, AND GROW THEIR FAMILIES in our community! They

vote in local elections, sponsor local programs, and engage on issues that we all care about.

Local, independent businesses offer UNIQUE ITEMSand services that keep our town original.

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This holiday season share the gift of toys and joy!

Kroegers Ace Hardware is serving as a toy drive collection site for the La Plata Family Coalition Center’s Holly Jolly Toy Drive through December 15th. We have plenty of toys for purchase to donate as well!

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Letter from the editor When it comes to holiday preparations, most people are procrastinators.

Luckily, regional retailers carry a wide selection of products, including great gifts and special stocking stuffers. Whether setting the dinner table, stocking the bar or picking out presents, small businesses often hold the key to a successful soiree.

While Local First will not host the annual shopping extravaganza known as Noel Night due to safety and staffing concerns, local retailers still plan to deliver a dose of holiday cheer to participating customers on Dec. 3. Many Main Avenue businesses have rallied to remain open later, offering customers special promotions as well as deals and discounts. To score more deals, don’t forget to pick up the 2022 Be Local Coupon Book. It is filled with dozens of discounts and freebies. Find the coupon book at one of 28 locations locally, or order one online at www.local-first.org/be-local-coupon-book.

While some residents plan parties and prepare holiday shopping lists, even more local families are facing financial hardship this year. Fortunately, the giving season often inspires community members and organizations to help neighbors in need.

While skimming through Shop Local for the Holidays, readers can also explore extraordinary ways to celebrate the season. From creating festive crafts to baking gingerbread cookies, we hope this section inspires you to embrace both old traditions and new experiences this season.

Thankfully, Shop Local for the Holidays is your personal guide to supporting both small businesses and the nonprofit organizations that serve this community. The Durango Herald, in partnership with Local First, is proud to present a holiday publication filled with opportunities to give, local gift recommendations, gift wrapping and shipping tips and festive events.

Happy holidays,

It’s hard to believe the holidays are here again. It’s a special time to gather and share treasured traditions!

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Sponsors Local First appreciates our sponsors helping us continue to support small, independent businesses through one of the busiest shopping seasons.

Now more than ever, it is important to look local for holiday gifts and goodies. Ditching national chains and online giants is an investment in your community. When residents support local businesses they create jobs, help the environment and connect with other people who call this region home.

This leads to a more diverse, healthy economy and a connected community.

The end of the year presents an important time to boost the bottom line for every restaurant and retailer, and this year’s Shop Local for the Holidays campaign is an effort to engage with local customers and attract attention to local products and holiday sales throughout December. For a local shopping 556 Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301 | (970) 880 - 9270

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guide, updated event listings and more information about Durango Business Improvement District’s Holiday Rewards Program, visit www.local-first.org/ local-for-the-holidays/.

We know it takes innovative collaboration to ensure success, and we extend our gratitude to our members and local business owners for providing feedback and adapting with us these last two years.

Local First wishes a safe and happy holiday season to all. While Local First will not host its annual Noel Night, we are grateful to our sponsors for supporting efforts to engage the community in safe holiday shopping this season. Each of you has a part in helping dollars circulate locally year after year. For that, we can’t thank you enough.

WE DO BUSINESS AND LIVE BY THE PRINCIPLES MADE FAMOUS

BY WRITER ZANE GREY:

The Code of the West

Live each day with courage.

Take pride in your work.

Always finish what you start.

Do what has to be done.

Be tough, be fair.

When you make a promise, keep it.

Ride for the brand.

Talk less and say more.

Remember that some things aren't for sale.

Know where to draw the line.

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Local impact

by Jennaye Derge

“Local” is quite the buzz word lately. Many might believe that they know what it means, but localism still sometimes comes off as just a trendy idea or a far-off goal. Shopping locally is much more than avoiding Amazon though, and even further, it’s more than going to your local store to buy your holiday gifts. It’s about truly supporting the circular momentum that the local economy brings to each individual community.

This idea is a bit ambient and less of a concrete action than simply heading down to your local clothing store and buying a pair of pants. Local First board member and president of the Local First Foundation, Ted Wright said “the way you can support local businesses is to change the behavior and world view of your community. That sounds radical of course, but that’s what we’re looking at.”

It is a radical perspective, but it is much more simple than it sounds.

Changing behavior and world view to support our local economy can be as easy as spreading the word and talking about local businesses with friends.

Interacting with posts on social media from a local business, or leaving positive reviews on various platforms also helps support the local economy.

“People can post reviews if they have a good experience. We welcome good and positive reviews on Google and Yelp,” said owner of 11th Street Station Marcos Wisner. “But word of mouth is probably the strongest way to support us, in my opinion.”

Those of us that live in small mountain communities are lucky to be able to verbally share our support for the businesses we love to our friends and family who, then in turn, also shop at those businesses.

Local downtown sewing shop Stitch sees a lot of business come that way; directly from word of mouth, or, more specifically, from visiting friends and family of residents.

“Bringing relatives in--that’s been a big help for us,” said Stitch employee Cindi Erickson. “We have an online store and when locals bring their relatives in, we have a card we give out with a discount that they can use online.”

The card is essentially a way to allow out-of-town visitors to continue shopping with Durango local stores, even though they may not live here.

Embracing the virtual world is one of the best ways to support local businesses these days, including shopping on local businesses’ online stores, following

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them on social media, liking and sharing posts and even signing up for business newsletters.

“Joining our newsletter is a really great way to stay updated and to participate in classes that we may be offering,” said Elliot Brinkley, owner of Dancing Willow Herbs. Signing up for local newsletters also helps residents stay connected with the community and vice versa. The more connected to the community a local business is, the better chances it has to positively serve it.

“Making connections in the community, learning who is behind different businesses, going in and introducing yourself, meeting people; it helps all of us businesses feel inspired to continue to do the work that we’re doing, to know who we’re serving,” Brinkley said.

All in all, these connections are one more reason to love the community’s small, independent businesses. Owner of Create Art & Tea, Caprice Fox said, “There is more depth, more passion, more connection.

There are a lot of local shops in town where the people are making the things that are being sold.”

So, shopping locally creates opportunities for community growth as well as connections.

However, without supporting local businesses through spending, the establishments wouldn’t be in positions to give back such as through donations and sponsorships. Local cannabis dispensary, Sante, understands that because of its profit margins, the company is in a unique position to give back to the community in ways that benefit everyone.

Marketing manager of Sante Malissa McClelland said Sante supports nonprofit organizations, including Durango Arts Center and iAM Music Fest.

“We basically look at what the community is doing that helps the community, and we find the best way that we can participate in that. Any of the sponsorships we do, we do it just because we can … it brings something here to Durango, it gives the locals something to do, so we like to be a part of that.”

In retrospect, it all comes circling back together; our local world view and small behaviors can help local businesses, who in turn, enrich the community we call home.

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A boost to the bottom line

by Jennaye Derge

Year after year, it seems holiday wish lists grow longer. Once you feel all your seasonal shopping is finished, inevitably, you find something special to add to the pile of presents ready for wrapping in the weeks that follow.

Owner of Sorell Sky Shanan Campbell said the sales during the holiday season are similar to the height of the summer. The stores are busy and the numbers go up.

It’s always a nice feeling to give to those you love, and small businesses in Durango try to make it more simple to find quality goods at affordable prices year-round.

“The sales are very strong, and we see a tremendous number of local clientele who do their holiday shopping with us year after year.”

The holidays inspire increased activity among community members.

With many attractions and events that bring people downtown, such as traditions like The Polar Express, Singing with Santa and Festival of Trees, our restaurants and retailers embrace the season, and everything that comes with it.

During the holidays, Durango is the perfect place to find awesome gadgets and gifts for every person on your list. Of course, small businesses expand the inventory of goods for the holidays to get an extra boost to the bottom line during an otherwise average season. However, many of these business owners are just happy to connect with more of the community.

“For Maria’s Bookshop, it is the incredible community support that makes the holidays successful,” said owner Evan Schertz. “The holidays are a fun, social time at Maria’s Bookshop. By the end of the season, it often feels like everyone in town has been through the shop.”

Retailers acknowledged serving an influx of visitors during the holiday season as well. Durango’s festive atmosphere has a way of bringing people together, even in colder temperatures. That’s great news for an independent retailer’s sales numbers.

Animas Trading Company owner, Cathy Wakeman, said that in the past years, sales at the retail store increased around 17% during the holiday season.

“It’s a big number,” Wakeman said. “And we as merchants need those numbers by the end of the year.”

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Finding the customers that want to come back on a regular basis helps to consistently boost end of the year sales. Tippy Canoe owner, Sharon Taylor, said many retailers strive to give back to the local community yearround, but especially during the holidays, as a thank you for supporting the business, too.

“Tourists are great, but it’s the support of the locals that keeps a business alive,” Taylor said. “Without our locals we have nothing. They are the baseline of our business.”

So how do these businesses make sure they hit those numbers during the important holiday season? Retailers unanimously agree that keeping customers happy means they can count on locals and tourists to come back time and again, throughout each season.

“What makes a sale successful is different for everyone,” Taylor said.

“Hearing people happy about what they find in your store is one way.

Making the sale and seeing the smile it brings is another reason.”

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Donation drives

Supporting families during the holiday season

by Hunter Harrell

Creating holiday magic comes at a cost for many families. Purchasing gifts for children can place a heavier financial burden on parents struggling to stay afloat and satisfy basic needs, such as food and clothing. This year, one in four adults struggled to pay monthly bills. However, with a little help from the local community, families in need can also create indelible memories together.

Local giving opportunities A successful year for the annual Toy Run Durango Harley-Davidson hosted the annual toy run in October.

By moving up the date and changing the venue to the La Plata County Fairgrounds, co-owner and marketing director Catie Bird said it allowed for more space for attendees, which resulted in more donations.

With over 280 attendees who bought entry and raffle tickets, silent auction items, drinks from the bar, sponsorships and cash donations, Durango HarleyDavidson helped raise $13,500 to benefit Mercy Health Foundation Pediatric Oncology Unit, the VOA Shelter and Toys for Tots of La Plata County.

Plan ahead to participate in the next Toy Run. Save the date: Oct. 9, 2022.

Four Corners Broadcasting hosts donation drives

For more than 20 years, Four Corners Broadcasting has been a big part of hosting donation drives to benefit families during the holiday season, said operations manager Kristin Dills. This year is no different.

In the past, Four Corners Broadcasting worked with Project Merry Christmas. When the PMC board dissolved the organization in

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January 2020, Four Corners Broadcasting shifted its efforts to support multiple organizations by holding several donation drives during the months of November and December.

Donations can be dropped off from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays at various locations to benefit local nonprofits. Each event includes a live broadcast to raise awareness for the benefiting organizations, and acknowledge the sponsors that support charitable efforts.  Nov. 27 sponsored by and located at April’s Garden supporting Durango Education Foundation  Dec. 4 sponsored by and located at Durango Dermatology supporting Durango Food Bank  Dec. 11 sponsored by and located at Kinfolk Farms supporting American Legion Post 28  Dec. 18 sponsored by La Plata Electric Association located at 45 Stewart St. supporting La Plata Family Centers Coalition For more information about the events and wish lists for each organization, catch the broadcasts on Radio 101 (101.3 FM) and KRSJ (100.5 FM). Online donations will also be accepted on the day of each event at www.radiodurango.com.

Durango Project Christmas encourages connections

Holly Jolly Toy Drive helps families celebrate the holidays

Last year, local business owner Shera Johnson noticed the gap left when PMC called it quits. In addition to owning Massage Intervention, Johnson leads a Woman Within Circle that meets on Tuesdays, and moderates a corresponding Facebook group, Woman Within Durango.

La Plata Family Centers Coalition (LPFCC) is a nonprofit organization that provides assistance and support to eligible families through various programs year-round. For more than 30 years, staff member Crayton Godac said the LPFCC held an annual toy drive to benefit the clients they served throughout the year. When PMC called it quits, LPFCC expanded the annual effort.

At the onset of COVID-19, Johnson said women started sharing stories of the hardships they faced and the negative feelings they experienced as a result of isolation. In response, Johnson began a grassroots effort to connect community members while helping families in need during the holidays through a Facebook group titled Durango Project Christmas.

As more people spread the word of the opportunity to donate or receive assistance, posts populated the group page from both families looking for assistance and individuals hoping to help. Individuals connected with a person or family to sponsor via comments and messages to make arrangements to deliver items, such as clothing, food and toys for children.

The group assisted 50 families and distributed 60 cards with Walmart gift cards worth $100 cards for smaller families and $200 cards for larger families.

In total, the effort raised about $4,000 it its first year, Johnson said.

This year, Durango Project Christmas has raised $1,050 of its $5,000 goal. To participate, see more information on the Facebook group page Project Durango Christmas www.facebook.com/ groups/427217445337851 or donate to the cause via the GoFundMe fundraiser page at www.gofund.me/f012edcd.

Godac said last year, the organization delivered gifts to 375 children, or about 125 families through the Holly Jolly Toy Drive. Christ the King Lutheran Church provides a space for the nonprofit to store the donations, which includes an abundance of clothing and toys, until it distributes gifts.

This year, LPFCC is offering more ways for community members to get involved to ensure the Holly Jolly Toy Drive is a success again. Residents can adopt an angel to shop for this season, or drop off donations at one of the sponsor locations below:  Guild House Games at 835 Main Ave.  Kroegers Ace Hardware at 8 Town Plaza  Lewis True Value Mercantile at 311 Bayfield Center Drive  Maria’s Bookshop at 960 Main Ave.  Skin Inc. at 2143 Main Ave.  Twilight Toys at 600 Main Ave. Unit #105 Visit www.lpfcc.org/toydrive/ for more information.

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2021 Gift Guide

Outdoor, Toys & Miscellaneous

PURGATORY RESORT

ANIMAS TRADING COMPANY Toys for children

Christmas Crew Wooden Whimsical Puzzle

A 26-inch aluminum frame youth mountain bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes, priced in the middle of the Reaper model range..........................................$2,600.00

A selection of plush toys and poppers, wind-up cars and onesies. ........................... $8.95 - $27.95

Five fun puzzles in one bag. This Christmas Crew is ready for the holidays. Each Christmas character is about 6.5” x 6.5” with about 201 pieces total............................................. $50.00

Rocky Mountain Reaper 26

4CORNERS RIVERSPORTS

TWILIGHT TOYS

The Polar Express™ Ready-To-Play Set

CARTWHEEL STUDIO

MARIA’S BOOKSHOP Book Subscription

Gift Bag

Choose a bag, then pick one item from three categories of options to create the perfect gift bag for the boater in your life. ........... $100.00

JOYFUL NOOK GALLERY

The magic of Christmas with The Polar Express™ train set. This train is sure to make your home glow with Christmas spirit this season. Perfect for under a Christmas tree with presents all around it.

With this Ready-to-Play set comes an exclusive track system which allows you to create; a circle, a rectangle or an oval layout......................... 99.99

SKI BARN

Choose a book each month from a selection of the shop’s favorites. Pay in advance or monthly for six or 12 months................. $114.00-$360.00

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Ski Belt Buckle

Hestra Patrol Leather Glove

D&SNGRR Coach Custom Art

The gondola or ski-themed belt buckle fits a standard 1.5” leather belt strap. Buckles are interchangeable and easily snap on and off.

Multiple patterns available........................ $42.00

Hestra is a family-owned Swedish glove maker.

The Patrol is a perfect everyday ski glove for Southern Colorado that will keep hands warm without getting too sweaty. These highquality gloves have a lifetime warranty for any manufacturer defects..............................$140.00

Customize a D&SNGRR train coach piece of art for yourself or a friend. 5x15 or 8x24 artwork available in loose print, framed or canvas. Prices vary........................... Starting at $20.00 for 5x15 and $75.00 for 8x24 plus $50.00 customization fee for hand-drawn lettering.

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2021 Gift Guide (continued) Cozy comforts & self-care

DURANGO ORGANICS Custom Gift Card

Available in any dollar amount.......... Any amount

ART SUPPLY HOUSE Gift Certificate

Let the creative person in your life choose the perfect gift for themselves with a gift certificate to the Art Supply House & Custom Framing.............. Any amount

SOUTHWEST VAPOR Glass

Expanded glass inventory........... $5.00-$150.00

ANIMAS TRADING COMPANY Beanies and Gloves

Cozy beanies, gloves and candles for loved ones............................. $14.95 - $27.95

BLUES, MTN & SOUL Hoodies

ANIMAS TRADING COMPANY Cozy home goods

Browse a selection of cozy slippers, pillows and blankets..................................$19.95 - $29.95

WEFILL

Zero-waste Bathroom Bundle

Hoodies (pullover and zip-off styles) in four designs and a variety of colors................... $55.00

Organic Booda Butter deodorant, moisturizing Made-up Gossip hand soap powder/dispenser, Last Swab for ears, Ruut toothpaste tablets, bamboo toothbrush and Dental Lace compostable silk floss....................................................... $58.00

ANIMAS TRADING COMPANY

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Browse cute mugs, tea towels, cutting boards and funny soaps...................................$12.95 - $32.95

Hats, wallets, fun socks and whiskey glasses for him.................................................$12.95 - $25.95

Home goods

Men’s hats, socks and wallets

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2021 Gift Guide (continued)

Local art & handmade goods

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DUCK GIRL ART

5”x15”, 12”x16” & 12”x18” unframed prints of local illustrations and musicians. ......... $20.00, $36.00 & $38.00 for varying sizes.

This beautiful wooden, whimsical puzzle has intricate pieces capturing the beauty of nature and horses..................................................$155.00

2022 monthly calendar featuring art by local artist - original chalk pastel paintings of landscapes/sunsets/mountains in southwest Colorado. 11” x 8.5”..................................... $17.00

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BLUES, MTN & SOUL

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Art Prints

Pistol the Donkey canvas giclee

9”x18” limited edition (of 50) canvas giclee.

Ready to hang. Ready to ship. ............... $275.00

KARYN GABALDON ARTS Magic Of Durango

8 x 10 Metal Print......................................$90.00

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Rush Hour by Claude Steelman

Framed Art Prints

16”x20” black framed giclee prints.

Brian Banash artworks of various blues, country and rock artists..........................................$195.00

2022 Calendar

Birch Wood Prints

Variety of designs from local illustrations to musicians. Sizing starts at 6”x6” for wall art, shelf art or any addition to a custom project........starting at $20.00 for 6”x6”

DUCK GIRL ART

KARYN GABALDON ARTS

Wildflowers Coasters

Oxbow Park 20” x 30” metal print....... $460.00

Set of four 3.75” x 3.75” coasters with no-slip cork backing. One of each design of original pastel paintings by Durango artist of wildflowers in Southwest Colorado.............................. $22.00

A Hopeful Refection

2021 GiftF Guide (continued) & antastic food

CARTWHEEL STUDIO Jewelry

HONEY HOUSE DISTILLERY

Hex Vodka and Vodkarita Drink Mixer

A variety of locally-made metal jewelry designed with mountain inspiration............$15.00-$68.00

DUCK GIRL ART

Stillness at Spud Lake Journal

Bottle of Hex Vodka and 33.8-ounce Vodkarita Mix.............................................. $36.96

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beverages

OLD BARREL TEA COMPANY Tea Gift Box

We have four themed gift boxes with six different teas to try in each. A perfect gift for the picky tea lover, or someone who wants to get into drinking tea.................................................$40.00

BLUES, MTN & SOUL Beer Combo

Gift Card

6” x 8” hardback journal featuring the pastel painting “Stillness at Spud Lake” - Spud Lake (Potato Lake) in the San Juan Mountains near Durango, Colorado with the Needles mountains and reflection by Durango artist. 150 lined pages with attached bookmark ribbon................ $22.00

Gift cards from $10-$150. ...... $10.00-$150.00

HONEYVILLE

Holiday Morning Tote

DUCK GIRL ART

FENCELINE CIDER

Willowtail Springs set of 10 Note Cards

Set of 10 blank note cards 4¼” x 6” featuring 10 original pastel paintings by Durango artist of Willowtail Springs Nature Preserve & Education Center. Envelopes included. 40% of sales will be donated to the artist residency program at Willowtail Springs.......................................$20.00

16-ounce pint glass, bottle opener and koozie.

Koozie available in red or black. Bottle opener available with either Col Beer or Blues Mtn & Soul logos..............................$14.00

Holiday Gift Box

Chokecherry Syrup, Baby Honeybear, Pancake & Waffle Mix, Cinnamon Squeeze Honey Spread, Bumbleberry Syrup, Cranberry Orange Whipped Honey, Palisade Peach Jam, Morning Buzz ground coffee, a bee themed silicone spatula and a bee themed kitchen towel in a reusable jute tote bag.............................$104.95

Share Fenceline’s Cider Club with friends and family. This curated selection comes prepackaged in our cider club box, and includes one bottle each of our 2020 Spur Bearer, 2020 Miller Orchard and our award winning 2018 Windfall ciders............................................ $65.00 S H O P L O C A L F O R T H E H O L I D AY S 202 1 d

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Gift wrapping

Try a modern twist on an aging tradition

Wrapping gifts is an old tradition unconfined to a single holiday or occasion. In fact, wrapping items in a cloth was a popular way to transport personal items in ancient times. Because it was a clever way to disguise an item before revealing it to a recipient, the art of wrapping items became commonplace.

Our modern version of wrapping paper on rolls of cardboard in a variety of colors, characters, patterns and themes didn’t arrive until the 1900s.

Since that time, the gift wrapping industry has blossomed into a $3.2 million industry, according to Hallmark.

After shopping, the costs of wrapping supplies can add up. But there’s truly no rules for wrapping presents! Consider these clever and cost effective solutions to concealing gifts for a surprising reveal.

Paper Plain brown bags from local grocery stores or the neighbor dispensary can provide a blank canvas for creative freedom. Tie a piece of twine around the package and top with a simple tag for a rustic look. Or use shapes and stamps to decorate with fun and festive designs. An old trail map or sheet music might appeal to your outdoorsman or musician. Even newspapers can make interesting packaging. Include a small bow or ribbon for a pop of color.

With paper, the possibilities are endless.

BEFORE YOU GO SHOPPING THIS SEASON, SPEND SOME TIME THINKING ABOUT HOW YOU’RE GOING TO WRAP YOUR GIFTS.

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Cloth Furoshiki is the Japanese art of wrapping items in fabric. Fabric is durable, and therefore can be used by the recipient of the gift inside. If you wrap an item in a new bandana or nice scarf, you’re giving two gifts. Thicker fabrics are more difficult to manipulate, but it can be done. Try these different methods of folding and tying using thin linens, such as kitchen towels, clothing, pillow cases, sheets and blankets. And don’t be afraid to improvise!

It’s a hassle to waste wrapping paper and time on large items; just make a Santa-style bag using a blanket and decorative ribbon or rope.

Containers Everyday objects like cereal boxes and toilet paper rolls can be transformed into gift boxes. Simply save leftover containers and decorate with washi tape, festive stickers, ribbons and paper. Recycle glass jars from products like baby food and pickles by removing the labels, and decorate the container or wrap in cloth or tissue paper. Decorative tins, lunch boxes and reusable totes are useful for recipients as well.

Before you go shopping this season, spend some time thinking about how you’re going to wrap your gifts. Explore dual purpose packaging, and never underestimate the power of a present wrapped with a little personal flair.

Delivery!

A guide to shipping during the holiday season Sending cards and gifts through the mail? Due to ongoing concerns with the supply chain and shipping delays, it is important to plan ahead.

Shipping Deadlines

While there are around 28 shopping days after Thanksgiving, there are only 21 shipping days. Remember to review the shipping deadlines for each service provider. Plan for potential delays by sending packages ahead of these deadlines, or expect costly fees to expedite shipping.

USPS Dec. 15 – Last day to ship using ground service Dec. 17 – Last day to ship via First-Class Mail Dec. 18 – Last day to ship via Priority Mail Dec. 23 – Last day to ship via Priority Mail Express

It’s not enough for gifts to arrive on time, they should also arrive intact.

Always consult with service providers before shipping fragile items. Select durable packaging to protect the contents, and use materials, such as bubble wrap, packing peanuts and newspaper, to protect items during transport.

UPS Dec. 21 – Last day to ship via UPS Three-Day Select Dec. 22 – Last day to ship via UPS Second-Day Air Dec. 23 – Last day to ship via UPS Next Day Air

Don’t forget to include a label on the outside of the package with the destination address and return address. In the event that a label is damaged, it can be helpful to include a card with the correct addresses inside the package as well.

Though shipping providers offer straightforward service, planning ahead will ensure packages reach their destination on time.

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Crafts Handmade treasures encourage holiday cheer

by Hunter Harrell Darker days at the beginning of winter can make anyone feel restless.

Summon the holiday spirit with some fun crafts for all ages. First, grab some supplies from Art & Supply House & Custom Framing or Scrapbook Nook.

Then enjoy an evening of hands-on entertainment and make decorations to display during the holidays.

Bottle cap ornaments Supplies: paint, paint brushes, hot glue gun, ribbon, scissors, bottlecaps Gather supplies, then start with painting the bottle caps as desired.

Once the paint has dried completely, add details, such as snowman features or letters to create a holiday word. Next, glue bottle caps to a piece of ribbon, leaving enough space at the top to make a loop with the ribbon to hang on the tree.

Chalk paint ornaments Supplies: chalk paint, paint brush, chalk, plastic ornaments or wood slices, ribbon or twine, hot glue gun First, coat the ornament with chalk paint. (If using plastic ornaments, remember to remove the top for easy painting and replace when paint dries.) After chalk paint is completely dry, add unique designs with chalk, chalk markers or chalk paint pens. If using a wood slice, glue ribbon or twine to the top and display from the tree.

Paper plate lollipops Supplies: paper plates, paint, cellophane or plastic wrap, ribbon, wooden dowels or sticks, hot glue Paint the bottom of two paper plates to make one lollipop. Let the paint dry, then cut a small notch in the same space in each paper plate. With painted sides facing outward and notches lined up, glue the two plates together, then secure the wooden dowel or stick in the notch with hot glue. Wrap in clear or tinted cellophane and tie a ribbon around the dowel.

Holiday logs Supplies: chopped wood, sandpaper, paint, fabric It’s firewood – made more fashionable by some fabric and paint.

Use logs with an even bottom and a diagonally sliced top. Consider sanding the surface of the sliced top to create a smooth canvas, then

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paint festive characters, such as the Nutcracker, Santa or Frosty the Snowman, on the exposed wood. Use a piece of fabric wrapped like a scarf around the logs for added flair.

Coffee cozies Supplies: felt, glue or velcro strips, buttons, construction paper, markers ribbon, disposable cardboard cozy Say goodbye to cardboard coffee cozies and hello to festive fun. Take a disposable cardboard cozy and dissemble to use as a pattern. Trace the shape on the felt, then cut it out. Wrap the felt around a cup and mark the spot on the inside to place Velcro or glue. Design to your heart’s desire using buttons, felt, paper, markers and ribbon.

Village display Supplies: wrapping paper, tape, glue, scissors, empty boxes (cereal and granola bars, frozen foods, etc.) and decorative items like buttons, candy, ribbon, etc.

Countryside cottages and frozen ponds or city streets and shops?

It’s common to see elaborate displays donning mantles and tables during the holidays. Start by wrapping boxes and decorating them to look like buildings. Use some extra cardboard boxes to shape roofs on the buildings and decorate with doors and windows, then add some landscape items, like fences and trees.

Display and sprinkle with snow confetti.

Recipes

Soft Glazed Gingerbread Servings: 12 to 20 cookies

Dough 3 ¾ 1 4 1½ 2 ½ 1 1¼ 1 ¾ 1 ½ 2

cups all-purpose flour tablespoon cocoa powder teaspoons ground ginger teaspoons ground cloves teaspoons ground cinnamon teaspoon baking soda teaspoon salt teaspoon freshly ground black pepper cup unsalted butter, at room temperature cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar large egg cup blackstrap or other dark molasses tablespoons light corn syrup

Glaze 1 2

cup confectioners’ sugar tablespoons water

Directions: 1. To make the dough, stir together the flour, cocoa powder, ginger, cloves, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl. Set aside.

Using a mixer, beat the butter on medium-high speed until creamy.

Slowly add the granulated sugar and mix on medium speed until the mixture is completely smooth and soft. Stop the mixer and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed. Add the egg and mix well.

2. Add the molasses and corn syrup and beat until incorporated. Stop the mixer again and scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the flour mixture and beat on low speed until a dough forms that pulls away from the sides of the bowl and all the ingredients are well incorporated. Remove the dough from the bowl, flatten it on a large piece of plastic wrap into a rectangle about 1 inch thick, cover the dough with the plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.

3. Heat the oven to 350 Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick liner.

4. Unwrap the dough and place on a floured work surface. If using a plaque with a design, roll out the dough 1⁄3-inch thick, lightly dust the top with flour, press your cookie molds over the dough, and then cut out the shapes with a small knife and place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Alternatively, using the mold as a guide, cut around it with a small knife, flip the mold over so the design is facing you, and place the dough over it, pressing it into the design. Unmold the shapes onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between them.

5. If using a patterned rolling pin, lightly dust the lined baking sheet with flour and transfer the dough to the pan. Lightly dust the top of the dough with flour and roll it into a rectangle about 1⁄3-inch thick with a plain pin. Then, using the patterned pin, roll over the dough with enough pressure to ensure a clear impression of the design. Trim the sides with a small knife. It is not necessary to cut into smaller sizes before baking.

6. Bake the cookies until lightly golden along the sides but still soft to the touch in the centers, 7 to 15 minutes. The timing will depend on the size of the individual cookies, or if you have made a single large patterned piece that will be cut after baking.

7. While the cookies are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and water until smooth.

8. When the cookies are ready, remove from the oven and let cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10 minutes. Then, while the cookies are still warm, using even strokes, brush a light coat of glaze on the top of each cookie, evenly covering it. Let the cookies cool completely. When the glaze dries, it should leave a shiny, opaque finish. If you have used a patterned pin to make a single large plaque, cut into the desired sizes with a small, very sharp knife. The cookies will keep in an airtight container in a cool place for about 2 weeks.

They do not freeze well, however, as the glaze becomes watery when they are thawed.

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Community events Dec. 2

Farmington’s Annual Christmas Parade Bundle up on the first Thursday after Thanksgiving for the annual Christmas Parade beginning at 5:30 p.m. in historic downtown Farmington. See festive bells, lights, floats and performances as parade participants celebrate the theme of this year’s event “Ringing in Christmas.”

See Santa Claus and experience the lighting of the Civic Center Christmas tree.

Dec. 3 Durango’s Original Noel Nite Kick off the holiday shopping season with Durango’s Original Noel Nite. Over 80 businesses will offer deals and discounts to show gratitude to the public for supporting local businesses year-round. Many downtown retailers will be open later, until about 9 p.m. For a full list of participating businesses, please visit www. downtowndurango.org/noel-nite.

Ignacio Taste of Christmas Beginning at 5:30 p.m., enjoy the annual Light Up the Town Parade or tune into 93.1 KSUT for the live broadcast. From 6-8 p.m., participate in the fill your bowl fundraiser, browse the outdoor bazaar or take a carriage ride from the ELHI Community Center. Meanwhile, the library will have activities for kids, such as writing letters to Santa and a gingerbread man contest, as well as photos with Santa from 7-8 p.m. For more details, see www.theelhiignacio.org/christmas.

Riverglo The River Reach foundation lights the pathway of the River Walk trails along the Animas River at Berg Park with luminarias for this annual tradition. Enjoy festive music, purchase popcorn and hot chocolate and visit with Santa Claus and The Grinch at the free, family-friendly event from 6-8 p.m.

Rudolph Run & Community Tree Lighting Dress up for the 1-mile fun run and 5K in downtown Mancos sponsored by Colorado Ranch and Home Realty. The race begins at 5 p.m.

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and donations go to The Mancos Giving Tree to help families in need. After the run, stick around Pioneer Park for the community tree lighting around 6 p.m.

Holiday Concert The music department at Fort Lewis College presents an evening of musical entertainment for guests beginning at 7 p.m. at The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. The performance is free for students with valid College ID, and tickets for residents are available for $10. For more information, go to www. durangoconcerts.com.

Dec. 3-5 Annual Zero Waste Holiday Pop-up Live Creative Studio presents unique gifts from local, sustainable artists, bakers and businesses.

Shop zero-waste, fair trade items for friends and family this season at the Smiley Building 10 a.m. 6 p.m. Featured businesses include WeFill, Cura.

Te, Table to Farm Compost, Inner Joy Energy Bars, ROLL, Passion Flower Beauty, MAKA, Osadha Natural Health, Chandler Strange, Bella the Bear, Betty Blue Bird Homemade and more.

Festival of Trees The 18th annual Festival of Trees hosted by the nonprofit Community Connections is a fun and free family tradition. Tour the enchanted forest of decorated trees at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Grange Hall noon to 5 p.m., Dec. 3-5. This year will feature opportunities to participate both online and in-person.

More information is available online at www. communityconnectionsco.org.

Dec. 4 Dolores Christmas Bazaar More than 50 vendors from the region, including Telluride, Pagosa Springs, Bayfield, Farmington, Dove Creek, Mancos, Cortez and Dolores, will offer visitors all kinds of arts, crafts, gifts and goodies at the Dolores Community Center from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Dec. 4-5 The Treehouse Holiday Bazaar Shop local for those on your holiday gift-giving list at this magical holiday market hosted by The Community Treehouse. The market is open Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Dec. 5 from 1-5 p.m. The event will feature delicious food and beverages, dozens of local vendors, live music, a silent auction, photo booth and more. Proceeds from vendor fees and the silent auction will benefit the host for community programs.

Dec. 5 Holiday Joy! Ho Ho Ho! Durango Choral Society hosts a very special seasonal concert in an intimate setting to celebrate the holidays. Soloists and special guests will perform alongside DCS and Durango Women’s Choir. Find more information and purchase tickets online at www.durangochoralsociety.org.

Dec. 10-12 “The Nutcracker” Catch this year’s performance of “The Nutcracker” presented by State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara’s “Nutcracker” featuring Durango’s San Juan Symphony. There are four showtimes scheduled. Tickets cost between $26-$49, and are available online at www.durangoconcerts.com.

Dec. 11 Holiday Farmers Market The Durango Farmers Market hosts its annual Holiday Market from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall at La Plata County Fairgrounds. Regional artisans and vendors bring an assortment of high-quality, handmade items as well as fresh vegetables, meats, cheeses and homemade goods.

Smiley Holiday Bazaar Visit the Smiley Building on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to browse products that make perfect gifts. The Smiley Cafe will also be open to keep guests charged for holiday shopping.

American Legion Toy & Candy Giveaway Santa and his helpers will hand out 500 toys and holiday candy to local children from noon to 2 p.m. at the Cortez Cultural Center. Live music by Four Corners Community Band. The American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 hosts this annual event with support from the Cortez Retail Enhancement Association.

Christmas at the Galloping Goose Visit with Santa at the Galloping Goose Museum in Dolores. Santa arrives via firetruck at 4 p.m.

Gather around the bonfire with hot chocolate and cookies, and enjoy Christmas stories on the train.

Dec. 12 Christmas in the Past Animas Museum hosts an open house with an emphasis on holiday tradition from 1-3 p.m. featuring the Joy Cabin and Peterson House. For more details, visit www.animasmuseum.org.

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by Bar D Wranglers 7:30-9:30 p.m. at The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College.

Enjoy traditional holiday and Western music, cowboy poetry, tall tales and comedy. This show welcomes guests of all ages and cost of tickets varies from $17 to $35. See more information online and get tickets at www.durangoconcerts.com.

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Dec. 31 Torchlight Parade Visit Purgatory Resort to ring in the New Year with an annual tradition beginning at 6 p.m. at the base area of the ski resort. Ski patrollers and instructors glide down the mountainside in the torchlight parade, followed by a fireworks display.

A Winter’s Night with DeVotchKa Enjoy a concert by Denver-based indie band DeVotchKa beginning at 7:30 p.m. at The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. The group will perform original and holiday classics with an open dance floor.

Tickets cost between $15 and $40. For more information, see www.durangoconcerts.com.

A Christmas Carol Experience this Charles Dickens classic come to life on stage at 7:30 p.m. at the Farmington Civic Center. Admission is $18 for adults and $12 for children, military members and seniors. To purchase tickets, please visit www.fmtn.org/489/ Civic-Center-Shows-and-Events.

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Ongoing Union Social House Holiday Market The Union Social House hosts a winter market that features around 30 local artists and makers on Saturdays and Sundays from now to Dec. 19.

Each weekend has a different lineup of artisans offering handmade crafts and products that make great gifts during the holiday season.

Artisans Market Durango Arts Center offers opportunities to shop high-quality art from local makers in-person at the gallery or online. See more information at www. durangoarts.org.

Shop Local Dolores Get Christmas deals and participate in an activity that rewards residents for shopping locally. Participating Dolores businesses will have a game board for customers to stamp at their locations, no purchase necessary. Once a shopper has 10 stamps, they are eligible for the prize drawing of $100, $75 and $50 cash, plus gift cards and other prizes donated by local businesses.

Gingerbread Man Decoration Contest Pick up a gingerbread man from Ignacio Community Library. Take it home to decorate, then bring it back to the library by Dec. 12. The library will display the creations for the public to vote on winners by age groups. For more information, reach out to the library at (970) 563-9287.

Holiday Gingerbread House Competition Residents can register for the annual holiday gingerbread house competition hosted by Animas Chocolate Company.

Pick up the form at the shop by Nov. 24. Decorate a gingerbread house, then drop them off at the cafe from 2-5 p.m. Dec. 2. The crafts will be displayed through Dec. 31 for public viewing and voting. First place winners in each division will receive a $100 cash prize. Proceeds from the contest will benefit Durango Friends of the Arts.

Holiday Show featuring Robert Rivera Sorrel Sky Gallery hosts a month-long event featuring fine art by Robert Rivera. Browse handcrafted bowls, masks, rattles, figures, ornaments and more. Stop by the gallery during the month of December to view artwork and kick off the shopping season.

The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 Merely Players presents an exciting performance filled with mayhem and secrets based on John Bishop’s play. The plot involves an ominous blizzard that cuts off the possibility of escape from a mansion where the creators of a new musical have assembled in the winter of 1940. Shows will take place at 7 p.m. on Jan. 14-15 and Jan. 20-22, or catch a matinee on Jan. 16 and 23 at 2 p.m.

Santa Letters Stop by the Ignacio Community Library and pick up a letter template. Put your name and mailing address on the letter so Santa Claus can write back.

Santa’s mailbox will be set up at the library book drop. The library courier will send them to the North Pole.

Durango Coffee Company will be participating in Shop Local on December 3rd from 3:00-8:00. There will be an array of items from various local artists. Come grab a warm beverage while you support local art.

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25 Days of December Assemble an advent calendar.

2. Decorate for the holidays.

3. Shop local for unique gifts.

4. Volunteer with a nonprofit 1.

organization.

Write letters to Santa.

6. Mail holiday cards and gifts.

7. Craft holiday ornaments.

8. Curate a festive playlist.

5.

to the food pantry.

17. Drive

to view holiday lights.

10. Bundle

up for stargazing.

18. Wear

a fun holiday sweater.

11. Attend

a local performance.

19. Visit

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Donate

12. Create

a care package for someone in need.

13. Pay

it forward.

14. Browse a holiday art market.

lonely people.

20. Build 21. Watch 22. Go

a cookie swap.

a holiday movie.

sledding or ice skating.

23. Make

15. Construct a gingerbread house. 24. Enjoy 16. Host

a snowman.

25. Take

hot, homemade drinks. a family pajama party.

a festive photo.

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