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Lers celebrate Holiday '86. Toast the season! Ring the bells. Holiday celebrations are near. For fashions by day and glamour by night, we're showing our most exclusive, expensive, Creme de Ia Creme items. Though we only have but a few, the exciting styling and luxury fabrications combine for the best fashion news of the season. Irs fun, frivolous, and festive! Irs the most tempting, extravagant and expensive we offer at Lydids. Irs a very special occasion treat. As the holidays near, thoughts turn to those of family, friendships, and festive gatherings. This is a time that stirs our happiest memories, a time we anticipate the joyous season ahead. Join us in reading of the cherished holiday traditions of several well known local personalities. Fun reading ... full of great ideas and delicious recipes. This holiday season we at Style also celebrate our second year of publishing. We extend to you, our customers, advertisers and friends, our thanks for the support interest and encouragement to grow. We wish you the happiest of holidays.

asual ...ease...comfort...an attitude! Casual clothing options are abundant this season. Consumers perceive "casual" to be informal clothing for every day needs ... work, play, and rest. Favorite picks for Holiday/ Resort '86 .. . Denim ...anyway, everyway.. .the versatile denim 34" skirt .. .dresses an.d jumpsuits both simple and adorned with zippers, braid, lam~, studs and s:ones .. .~emm s~parates of solid and contrast fabric mixtures ... 5 pocket Jeans - a basic, classic favorite ... /ndigO ...the natural dye ... used as print on white ... solid in knits .. .a companion to denim ... ChambraY, .. easy wear, easy care ... solid colors and printed.. . . . Khak//O.D. Green .. .rough and ready fabrics soften when combmed with lace ... neutral colors in natural fabrics for the more contemporary ... sophisticated with color contrast ... Knits ... sweater dressing at its height.. .lean, long silhouette ... placement texture patterns ... soft colors to bold contrast.. .look for texture and interesting color mix ... theme sweaters too .. . Personal prinfS... the print themes represent people, places, and things ... batik and nature objects ... comic characters... .- '~ " ": . . . an d #.;~ Accenf:S ... gold, silver, an db ronze as accessones t(_p <Jij\ applique~ ... abstract a~d antique pin.s and necklace~ ... <:' I -- ~ "" - ~ · II body- suits .. .lace leggmgs and petticoats. .. ·r • d career favorites .. .collectible separates ~ -::-r·--., ... interchangeable, of course .. .classic H tailoring to soft rayon silhouettes ... Luxury fabrics .. .satin, velvet, cashmere, silk, brocade tapestry, fortuny taffeta .. .rich, elegant, entrance makers .. . Texture .. .soft touchable weaves .. .high sheen metallic finishes ... magnetic combinations of textures - those which draw interest.. . Back lnferesLruffles, bows, peplums ... the intrigue conjured when the wearer turns her back .. .the exit excitement Unique defa/L intricate pleat patterns ... a . 129cket, a button... \ · Daytime/nighttime.. .definite special occasion If_ clothing arrives on the scene for '86 .. Jabrications . and findings dress up or down the fashion collections for the season ... dressing for church, luncheons, dinners, and parties... easy care fabrics now imitiate luxury fibers .. .

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Award Winning Photo Lydia's Style magazine publisher and creative director, Lydia Dody, and photographer Lolly Clarke of Clarke Photography teamed up to produce this award winning photograph. The fashion photo of Debbie Gentry was taken for the spring issue of Style and recently won third place in the commercial category from the Profess ional Photographers of Co lorado.

HOL DAYTRAD TONS by Denise Gardner

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your senses and anticipate Christmas. Let your memory travel back as far as possible as you recall the sights, sounds, smells and feel of your childhood holiday celebrations. Relax and remember the emotions you experienced around each passing yuletide. Perhaps you would like some memory jogging assistance? • The Christmas tree is the focus of Christmas in many homes: • How did your family decorate its tree? Did it have the old fashioned smell of pine or was it modern and shimmering? Can you recall some special ornaments, spectacularly crafted or simply homemade? • Food is the heart of many holidays. What feast lay on your Christmas table? Were the foods ethnic or traditional? Who joined you at the meal? Have you kept some time-honored recipes? Can you smell the aromas from a childhood kitchen and taste the sweetness of Christmas? • Perk up your ears and hear the crystal sounds of Christmas. Do you have a favorite Christmas carol? Can you remember bundling up as a child carolling through the crisp winter nights and then topping it off with rich hot chocolate? • "Twas the night before Christmas" is a holiday favorite for children everywhere. What is your most memorable and enjoyed Christmas story? • Do you still enjoy sending and receiving Christmas cards? What kind of cards are most special to you? Who are the people you are most delighted to receive a card from? • Think of past Christmas gifts. Which was the funniest, the most practical, the most frivolous, the most extravagant, the most cherished? What gifts were you most excited to give to others? • Of course, Santa Claus is a big part of any child's Christmas. When did you discover the big-bellied, bearded, jolly, red-suited man was really Uncle Herman?! • Christmas is Jesus' birthday. When did you honor the true meaning of 10

Christmas as the birth of] esus Christ? How did your church prepare for the holidays? What was the Christmas service like and what was your part? • Unfortunately, some Christmases are sparce and sad for others. Did you or your family make giving to others more needy of time, gifts, or love a part of the holiday? • The festivities prior to Christmas add to the seasonal merriment. Can you remember special parties or events? Are there some you still go to each year? Who is there? Do you throw yovr own party? Most likely, this passage through the byways of your memory has kindled the Christmas spirit within you. Family traditions with all their unique customs and unrivaled beliefs can be the anchor for people in an everchanging, fragmented world. Many of us search for and cling to the past as a means of stabilizing the present and securing the future. A tradition can be a link through time that adds meaning and richness to a family's heritage while at the same time giving a special identity to the individual person.

Communities thrive on traditions as well. Conjure up an image of your hometown at Christmas time. Were the streets decorated with tinsel and lights? Was there a community Christmas tree? Did the townsfolk gather to carol? Where did Santa Claus appear? Was there a special Nativity Scene? Now that you are unleashing your memory you can probably add many touches of remembrances to the scene. Just like in a family, a community's perpetuation of tradition gives its members a sense of belonging and identity. It is often the special flair of a holiday that makes a community joyfully bond together as the individuals extend themselves to one another. If your hometown as a child was Fort Collins or if you have lived here for a number of years, you most likely participate in one or more of the various Christmas traditions in the community. Let's travel back through the years to recall how Fort Collins once celebrated the Yuletide season beginning with the first recorded Christmas in 1866 through the turn of the century. 1866 This was the ''first social Christmas' ' instigated by Captain Asaph Allen of the Cavalry. The military post had been abandoned, but many soldiers remained to permanently settle in the area. A "big Christmas dinner" of twelve guests and a dance with Auntie Stone's stepson as caller were held at Mrs. Forbes (now the 900 block of No. Shields). Everyone received a gift of " r.are apples" from Salt Lake. They had cost 50¢ apiece! 1880s These were relatively prosperous years in Fort Collins. The population had grown to 2,000. Christmas day was "exceedingly quiet" as most of the holiday activities were held in the local churches. Decorated Christmas trees were a feature in every church and presents for children were placed beneath them. The children of that time received horns, drums, dolls and candy.

The three~year~old Opera House was the site of a fun and crowded party. Santa Claus appeared "fat, jolly and good natured" complete in a bearskin coat, long beard and snow covered cap. It was reported to be "a pleasant affair." 1890s Particularly, 1895 was determined the "gloomiest Christmas ever" in Fort Collins. Hard times in a struggle for existence had hit and would persist for more than 50 years. The Fort Collins economy was based on farm and ranch production. Mining had never panned out in the area and stone quarrying had diminished due to the popularity of cheaper cement. Though the times were gloomy, the people were more compassionate and generous to those less fortunate. It is remembered as the "hard times holi~ days" when gifts were modest and spare. The community gathered pro~ visions, clothing, and other necessities including money and coal to be distri~ buted among those in need. The churches continued to be the center of holiday observances. The tradition of elaborately decorated trees persisted and children received affec~ tionate gifts of candy and popcorn. "Silent Night" was sung by choruses in nearly every church. Despite the circumstance, the day was enjoyed with family and friends with ice skating on Sheldon Lake being a favorite gathering site. 1900s By the turn of the century, the economic health of Fort Collins had improved slightly. Newspaper adver~ tisements for gifts promoted fur rugs, gold headed canes, watches and the ultimate and most popular telephone! The Salvation Army had been estab~ lished in Fort Collins, and with zeal they assumed the task of supplying "creature comforts" to the needy. In a handsomely decorated Salvation Army hall a beautiful dinner was served to 175 people.

Children of Sunday schools at various 'local churches entertained the city with musical programs. In addition to Christmas trees, evergreen wreaths became a popular decoration. Included in most records are ac~ counts of busy firemen putting out fires caused by candles on trees. A perfect parlor bonfire! 1920s During this decade, the population of Fort Collins grew to 8,500. A community Christmas dance was held at the Big Colonial Hall with admission of 50Â˘. TheN orthern Hotel offered a special Christmas dinner with dancing to an orchestra. The cost was $1.50 per plate! Popular gifts of the time were "modern" gas and electric appliances, phonographs, sheepskin coats and leather vests for adults and rocking horses, chalkboards and doll carts for children. The First National Bank began a Christmas Club for its customers to save for the holidays by depositing from 1Â˘ to $100 per week at four percent interest. The community Christmas tree program began in 1925 on the court~ house lawn. On Christmas Eve the community joined in the spirit of caroling. Santa arrived with presents and candy for the children. Many Christmases have passed since the 1920s but tradition has a way of magically enduring. It may ebb and flow with the trends of the day , but it perpetually resurfaces to gain a new burst of popularity. The citizenry of Fort Collins has always been civic~ minded with a sensitivity for those in need and a zest for spirit and revelry. It may be timely for Fort Collins to rediscover some of its historical traditions, enhance current trends, or even establish some new ones. It will be these traditions that give the community a deeper bond of friend~ ship, spirit and pride for the genera~ tions to come.

Please send us a brief description of an annual tradition Fort Collins could enhance or establish. It should have a Christmas holiday spirit and be struc~ tured as community wide. Send your entries to Lydia's Christmas Tradition, Scotch Pines, Fort Collins, CO 80525 by January 7th, 1987. The magazine staff will judge the entries selecting the most original, applicable and spirited. The prize will be a $50 gift certificate from Lydia's. All entries will be directed to persons, organizations or city depart~ ments most responsible for making the concept a reality. The magazine will print a sampling of the most interesting and creative entries in the next issue. Be part of Fort Collins' future Christmases by planning a timeless tradition for your community. Denise Gardner is a freelance writer and consultant.

THE BENNETT FAMILY A solid blend of Colorado ranch life and Old English tradition creates a Christmas atmosphere in the Bennett family which is at the same time hearty and refined. With this flavoring, Tom and June Bennett celebrate the holiday with a private focus on family and the feast. The Bennett family dates back to the 1840s in Fort Collins, when Tom's great,grandfather, Abner Loomis, settled in Pleasant Valley where the Graves Dairy is today. Like most of the early settlers, Loomis was full force into a little bit of everything. For the most part, he was a cattle rancher and one of the founders of Poudre Valley Bank (now United Bank). The influence of his pioneering spirit has been passed down through generations native to Fort Collins who celebrate Christmas in a time, honored fashion. The family traditions continued with Loomis' daughter, Lelia, who was Tom's grandmother. She married Tom Robertson of Virginia and they had a daughter, Helen, who was Tom's mother. Helen married a dentist, Willard M. Bennett. Their son, Tom, also a dentist, married June Newton, an interior designer, and they have two daughters, Polly and Susan. Polly Bennett Wissing, business manager at Architecture Plus, still resides in Fort Collins and has a daughter, Melissa, age 13, at Lesher Junior High School. Melissa can proudly claim sixth generation heritage in Fort Collins! June Bennett's family, the Newtons, are long time residents of Colorado coming from an English lineage. The Bennett family lovingly perpetuates a feud over "preferred" holiday recipes as to whether they should they be of Newton tradition or Bennett tradition. As mother, cook and peacemaker, June incorporates a little of each and adds some special touches of her own, all of which are cherished by her family. The hub of the Bennetts' holiday is Christmas Eve. June claims the family's anticipation is as fun as Christmas 12

Polly Wissing, June Bennett, M elissa Wissing enjoy their family traditions.

day itself. For them, it is a magical time ripe with excitement and to, getherness. Often, the evening begins with a small champagne party in the living room attended by family and special friends. The traditional Christmas Eve feast has an English flair with prime tib au jus b~ingithe !main course. Yorkshire pudding, fresh Oregon pear salad, (everyone's favorite) scalloped onions with almonds, a Broadmoor recipe for corn timbales, and persimmon pudding from} une's mother altogether create a memorable menu. This win, some meal is perfectly topped with sparkling Burgundy. The Bennett family feast is laced with a bit of spirited whimsy as each place is set with a small gift to be opened that evening. June's father, Arthur Newton, lives in Fort Collins and is a special part of the Bennett Christmas celebration. In years past, he played the role of Santa Claus throughout Fort Collins. For the Bennett family, the most memor, able time was when he was Santa for all the grandchildren. Mr. Newton delights in reliving his childhood Christmases with tales of "snapdragons". A colorful story of raisins soaked in brandy then flamed, with tradition having children snatch, ing them from the flames!! He also

speaks of "crackers" colorful paper rolls tied with ribbons on the ends. Inside were toys, candy and other assorted treasures and delights for the children. June has successfully resisted the first tradition, but considers instituting the latter as a new fun twist to the holiday. The Christmas tree has been an evolving part of the Bennett holiday tradition. When Tom was in dental school at Northwestern University, they began using "modern" white lights on the tree. The white lights now symbolize an old family tradition for the Bennett children and grand, children. In addition to the white lights, they add white doves, blown glass and gold balls, crystal icicles, and other colorful birds and nests. The effect is magical as it becomes like a tree in a fairytale forest. On Christmas Eve, June adds touches of decorative snow to complete the wonder of the scene for Christmas morning. The endearing enthusiasm of the Bennetts' feastful Christmas is cap, tured in June's delicious traditional recipes. A great amount of family love and time goes into the preparation and the hearty consumption. The result is a close,knit family with pioneering memories of beginning together around a festive and joyful Colorado Christmas table.

June's Congealed Shrimp Spread 2

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envelopes Knox gelatin in r/3 cup water Add this to cheese and tomato sauce.

Add: r cup mayonnaise r cup celery (fine) r / 2 cup onion (fine) 2-3 cans shrimp (or 7 oz. frozen) Salt and pepper to taste Oil mold. Chill mixture overnight. Serve with crackers.

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Many current traditions sprout in the Midwest, where diverse cultures merge together into a blend called the "All American family" . It is a region of the country where family and traditions are assigned high value. The childhoods Nancy and John Hanck spent there were laden with the richness of family heritage incorporated into the modern world. Like all mobile people, when the Hancks travelled west to Fort Collins they carried those traditions with them. Congregation Har Shalom is the temple where they meet with family and friends to honor historical traditions through holidays such as Hanukkah. The Hanck family includes Nancy, a licensed psychologist, John, a dentist, their two daughters Laurel, 15, Jill, 12, and Nancy's mother, Charlotte Golden. Though Hanukkah is not the most significant of Jewish holidays, it is a time of joy and celebration for the Hanck family and the temple congregation. Like all Jewish holidays , Hanukkah has a strong historical base connected with actual events. Nancy proudly retells to attentive daughters the story of Hanukkah emphasizing its significance to the Jewish people. The word Hanukkah means "dedication" . The dedication refers to the rededicating of the temple to God after the Jews overthrew the Syrian King, Antiochus. Antiochus had attempted to unify the Syrian nations of Palestine including Israel in 170 B.C. By doing so, he established the worship of Greek gods in the temples in turn forbidding the Jews to worship God. Once the Jews regained power, the first priority was to rededicate the temple to God. They wanted to light the eternal light which would' symbolize the eternal presence of God. However, they only had enough oil for the lamp to remain lit for one day. By a miracle, the oil lasted for eight days until they could procure more oil.

Laurel, Nancy, ]ill Hanck and Charlotte Golden with candles lit on traditional menorahs. Nancy explains that since that time, Jews had commemorated this historical event during the eight consecutive days of Hanukkah. One candle on the menorah (candelabra) is lit each night in their home for the period of eight days as determined by the lunar calendar. A symbolically festive meal to be shared by family and friends is a traditional part of the Hanukkah celebration. Though the main course may be chicken, turkey or beef, the meal is always accompanied by potato latke, a type of pancake fried in oil. The oil is symbolic of the historical miracle of oil lasting eight days in the menorah in the rededicated temple. TheHancks serve potato latke with most meals during Hanukkah. Often it is served with a topping of applesauce or sour cream so as to provide some taste variation. Nancy may substitute fried doughnuts or serve them for dessert as they provide the same symbolism . Incorporating various Israeli foods, especially light salads, adds an ethnic and traditional touch to the Hanck's meal. Similar to the Christmas tradition, gifts are exchanged during the celebration of Hanukkah. As a child, Nancy remembers receiving one coin, usually a quarter, from her parents for each of the eight days. She fondly remembers her grandfather surprising her with the silver dollars she has saved ove-r the years.

Today, Nancy and John's children, like many Jewish children, receive gold foil chocolate coins as a modern variation on the old tradition. Small gifts are shared throughout the eight days with a larger gift presented on the last evening. Nancy and John have made Hanukkah a holiday of giving special books as gifts to their daughters. Nancy has memories from her childhood, and of her daughters' of a game played with a toy called a dreidel. It is an old German game enjoyed by Jewish children throughout the world with each country adding its own cultural touches and customs. Consistant with the teaching of Jewish heritage, the dreidel serves as an educational tool. On it are painted four Hebrew letters that represent "a great miracle happened there." To preserve its meaningfulness, the dreidel is only brought out and played during Hanukkah. Similar to other religions, the essence of Hanukkah is brought to focus in the temple, where stories of the history of the holiday are retold to all the congregation. In past years, Laurel and Jill Hanck have joined their friends in presenting parodies of the Hanukkah story using contemporary notables like rock groups or movie stars. At Har Shalom, on December 26th, the Hancks will celebrate the rich heritage and historical tradition they proudly share as a modern day "All American family".

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eggs Kosher salt Freshly ground pepper ~ cup matzoh meal Peanut oil Pare vegetables and grate or put through a meat grinder, using the fine blade. Add eggs, salt, pepper and matzoh meal. Drop by tablespoons into hot peanut oil which is almost deep enough to cover the pancakes. Add oil as needed. Fry over high heat until browned on one side. Turn and brown other side. Drain on absorbent paper. Serves 4-6. 2

THE WISE FAMILY While being a conglomerate melting pot of old world influence, the Wises proudly claim wholesome Iowan stock and a heavy threading oflrish Catholic tradition. The Wise family includes Jim, the father and a general surgeon, Julie, the mother, six grown children (Jim Jr., Jane, Joe, Julie, Ann, and Susan), two sons-in-law, and two grandchildren. Having lived in Fort Collins since 1961, Julie and Jim nurture a joyous and meaningful Christmas for their family. The weeks before Christmas are full of the detailed preparation and exciting anticipation of bringing the family together for a whole-hearted holiday celebration. Julie explains that the four weeks of Advent, the religious prelude to the birth of Jesus Christ, include an Advent wreath. In the Wise household, candles are lit with the accompaniment of Scripture reading. During the second week of December, the Wise family heads for Rist Canyon northwest of Fort Collins. There they search for the perfect long-needled pine to be their specially chosen Christmas tree for the holiday. Once home, the tree is enthusiastically decorated by the family as they sing time-honored Christmas carols. The many ornaments are an array of various family collectibles treasured through the years. A good amount of the holiday preparation time is spent baking candy, cakes, and cookies, many of which become items at local bazaars. A specialty of Julie's and a favorite of many is "Pecan Crunch", a recipe from Julie's mother. The week prior to Christmas is spent delivering gifts and caroling to the homes of special friends. Though each Wise family member has his or her favorite Christmas carol, the entire family declares the Irish carol "Christmas in Kilarney" the most special. The Wise's home decorations begin at the front door with two hanging banners, one with an Irish Christmas greeting, the other Swedish. Collector's Simpich angels with holly garland

Susan, Julie and Ann Wise with their traditional advent calendar.

grace the chandelier. A treasured Nativity scene of olive wood sent from Bethlehem by Julie's mother adds to the decorative spirit. Overall, it is a homey atmosphere resplendent with years of personal touches and loving memories. Christmas Eve dinner begins with logs blazing in the fireplace. Julie terms the meal the "fast before the feast". She keeps it light, but elegant, with shrimp soup and hot rolls. At 10:00 pm the family leaves for midnight Mass at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Upon returning, the last task before bed is to fill the Christmas stockings with fruit and silly surprise gifts. Julie shares a tradition she began five years ago in the Wise household. It is the "no gift" Christmas, whereby Julie and Jim and their adult children each choose to share something special like a poem, a story, a game or an activity (i.e. - skating, bowling, etc.) with one another rather than exchange gifts. Since Julie's initial declaration of a "no gift Christmas" her children have enthusiastically continued the practice. This new tradition has brought back some simplicity and meaningful family values to the holiday. Much of Christmas Day at the Wise home is spent enjoying the presence of one another and participating in the preparation of dinner to be served at 3:00 p.m. A special family walk to enjoy nature's celebration of Christmas or,

weather permitting, an invigorating bout of ice skating, closes another memorable Wise Christmas. It is a tradition full of family love and religious celebration that has naturally evolved through the years.

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Heat oven to 350 degrees. Measure I cup flour into bowl. Cut in butter. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of water. Mix with fork. Round into ball. Cut in half. Pat dough with hands into two long strips I 2" x 3" - 3" apart on ungreased baking sheet. Mix butter and water and bring to rolling boil. Add almond flavoring and remove from heat. Stir in flour and immediately stir to keep from lumping. When smooth, add I egg at a time beating after each. Divide in half and spread over pastry. Bake 45-60 minutes. Frost and sprinkle with sliced almonds. Frosting 3 cups powdered sugar I I 3 cup butter 2-3 tbsp. cream or milk I tsp. almond flavoring Put excess frosting in freezer to color and write on birthday cakes.

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Tom's Eggs Benedict Ingredients (per 6 eggs): 6 eggs 6 English muffin halves (3 muffins) 6 tomato slices 6 slices Canadian bacon or ham bread crumbs dill weed grated parmesan cheese

Assembly There are five parts to our Christmas morning eggs benedict. Poached or baked eggs are carefully placed atop a base of toasted English muffins, sliced ham or Canadian bacon and grilled tomato slices and then drenched with a generous glob of Hollandaise sauce. The eggs are best then poached a little on the firm side but when the crowd is larger than the egg poacher, eggs baked in muffin tins are an acceptable substitute. The English muffins are carefully "forked" apart and toasted; sliced English muffins are a desecration which should never be served and certainly not on Christmas! Smithfield County ham slices or Canadian bacon

Tom McComb, consulting actuary, enjoys preparing breakfast for wife Naney and family .

work equally well but care should be taken to assure the slices are thin and easy to cut with a fork. The grilled tomatoes are best when seasoned with dill weed, coated with bread crumbs and a little parmesan cheese and grilled just until they start to turn a nice golden brown.

Hollandaise Sauce Ingredients: I stick of butter 3 egg yolks I egg white boiling water r tablespoon hot lemon juice cayenne pepper paprika

Hollandaise Sauce Somebody called Hollandaise sauce "Holiday sauce" which is a nice idea if you are serving it on Christmas morning. Melt butter in a separate pan while you begin the sauce. Start some water boiling in a small saucepan, just enough to reach the bottom of a mixing bowl which sits atop the saucepan. Place the egg yolks in the

bowl and whisk the eggs until they just start to thicken. Add a tablespoon of boiling water and keep whisking until the eggs start to thicken again. Repeat this process three or four times, the last time adding hot lemon juice instead of water. Remove the pan from heat and continue whisking while you slowly add the melted butter. Let the sauce stand and beat one egg white until very stiff. Fold the beaten egg white into the sauce along with a little cayenne and a little more paprika. The sooner you use the sauce the better since there is a chance it will separate.

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Louise Thornton's Christmas Cookie Exchange Every room in the house is decor~ ated, the Christmas dishes are out, and the tree glistens with ornaments gathered from around the world. Louise is ready to greet her guests. Her morning cookie exchange parties are a long standing tradition and each year her friends and neighbors look forward to them. Each guest is invited to bring six dozen homemade cookies and display them. When they leave they select an assortment of six dozen other cookies to take home. "When 20AO people bring six dozen cookies over, the sight is awesome," says Louise. Her guests enjoy this festive cele~ bration and it wouldn't be complete without Louise's delicious traditional Holiday Apple Brunch Cake and Apple Honey Tea.

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees . Mix dry ingredients. Add apples. Blend. Add oil, eggs, and vanilla. Blend well. Pour into a well-greased bundt or angel food cake pan. Bake for 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Ice with Cream Cheese Icing. The cake should set overnight in refrigerator before serving.

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EVENTS Please note: Tickets for Lincoln Center events are available at the Lincoln Center box office, 417 W. Magnolia, 221-6730.* * Ticket information for CSU University Theatre: 4915116* * Ticket information for CSU Fine Arts Series: 491-5402 All Parks & Recreation events EXCEPTthe Carolfest and Senior Citizen's shopping spree require pre-registration. Call 221-6640.* * Information appearing in the Events and Entertainment calendar has been provided Style Magazine by the participating organizations. Changes in scheduling occasionally do occur after publication. We suggest you call for confirmation of dates and times before attending any event.* * NOVEMBER 23 (SUN) S~.

ln. · Great Christmas Hall Lincoln Center Support League. Lincoln Center. SAT. 10-10. SUN. 12-5. $1 adult, 50 cents children. Theatre · "West Side Story" · Fort Collins. Rocky Mountain. & Poudre High Schools. Lincoln Center Per formance Hall. 7:30pm. $5, $3.50 Student/Senior.

NOVEMBER 28 (FRI)

Theatre. Lincoln Center MiniTheatre. 8 pm. $6, $5 Student/ Senior. Dance · The Nutcracker Ballet Fort Collins Civic Ballet & Fort Colli n s Symphony Orchestra. Lincoln Center Performance Hall 8 pm, $14.$10, $9. VIsual Arts • Wyoming Biennial PowerPiant Visual Arts Center. Main Galle/Y. Opening reception 5-8pm(hoursT-SAT.10am-4pm, SUN. 12-5)

NOVEMBER 30 (SUN) Dance - The Nutcracker Ballet Fort Collins Civic Ballet & Fort Colli ns Symphony Orchestra . Lincoln Center Performance Hall 2 & 6 pm, $14. $10.$9.

DECEMBER 3 (WED) Music· Hambro Quartet of Pianos - Lincoln Center Showstopper Series. Lincoln Center PerformanceHall. 7:30pm,S12.$10. S9.

DECEMBER 4 (THURS) Music · Elizabethan Madrigal Christmas Dinner - CSU Music Department. Lory Student Center. 6pm,S20. Tickets available 10/24. CSU Music Bldg.

DECEMBER 5 (FRI) Music · Elizabethan Madrigal Christmas Dinner - CSU Music Department. Lory Student Center. 6pm. $22.50. TICketsavailable 10/24. CSU Music Bldg. Children's Event - Santa's Shanty - Poudre High School's DECACiub elves assist children in c hoosing gifts for a minimal cost. The Square.

DECEMBER 6 (SAT) Music · Elizabethan Madrigal Christmas Dinner - CSU Music Department.LoryStudentCenter. 6pm.$22.50.TICkefsavailable 10/24, CSU Music Bldg. Children's Event · Santa's Shanty -PoudreHighSchool'sDECACiub elves assist children in·choosing gifts for a minimal cost. The Square. Children's Event . Christmas by Me- Parks & Recreation. Children make gifts for parents. The Square. S~. ln. · Yuletest (Pouc:lre High School) - Booths with Christmas c rafts. Old Town. 9-4, FREE. Music · Front Range Chamber Players - Lincoln Center MiniTheatre. 7:30pm, (call 221-<>730 for ticket information). Children's Event - Santa's Shanty - Poudre High School's DECA Club elves assist children in choosing gifts for a minimal cost. The Square.

Children's Event. Welcome Santa Party · Foothills Fashion Mall, Center Court. Children's stories and refreshments. 8:30am. FREE. Santa's hours at FFM (through Dec. 24) M-F 9:30-9:30, SAT. 9-9, SUN. 11-6. picture packages will be available. Rudolph the Talking Reindeer (through Dec. 24) FFM. J.C. Penney Court. M-F 11-8, SAT. 9-8, SUN. 11 -6. Children's Event· Santa Arrives at The Square by Tranlforl - Santa's hours at The Square (through Dec. 24) M-F3:30-7:30, SAT.10-6. SUN. 12-5. a picture package is available. S~. ln.· Old Town Celebration of Ughts · Santa turns on lights. officially beginning the Christmas season in OldTown: choirs perform 5:30pm (Santa arrives): FREE. Sanla's hours In Old Town (through Dec. 24) M-F 10-12 & 4-7, SAT. 10-5. SUN. 12-5. a picture package is available. Theatre· "Harvey" · Foothills Civic Theatre. Lincoln Cente r MiniTheatre, 8 pm, $6, $5 Student/ Senior.

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& entertainment Series. Lincoln Center Performance Hall, 8 pm, $11.$9. $7. VIsual Arts - student Shaw - Clara Hatton Galle!Y. CSU. FREE (runs through Jan. 23)

DECEMBER 10 (WED) Spec. ln. - 9th Annual Senior Clftzen's Shopping Spree - Foothills Fashion Mall ( w/ Parks & Recreation ). Postal substation. many stores offer discounts and free gift wrap forseniors. 10 am-3 pm.

DECEMBER 12 (FRI) Dance- Fori Collins Dance Theatre - Lincoln Center Mini-Theatre. 8 pm (call 221-6730 for ticket information). Children's Event · Santa's Shanty - Poudre High School's DECA Club elves assist children in choosing gifts for a minimal cost. The Square.

DECEMBER 13 (SAT) Dance· Fori Collins Dance Theatre - Lincoln Center Mini-Theatre, 8 pm (call 221-6730 for ticket information). Children's Event · Santa's Shanty - Poudre High School's DECA Club elves assist children in choosing gifts for a minima l cost . The Square. Children's Event· Christmas by Me Parks & Recreation. Children makegiftsforparents. The Square.

DECEMBER 14 (SUN) Music · "Messiah" and Carols Larimer Chorale, Lincoln Center Performance Hall, 3 pm, $7.50. $5.50. ~.ln. ·OldTown HlslorlcaiWalk and Craft Fair- 12-4. $3. Music · Claudia Schmidt - Jade Urn Productions. Lincoln Center Mini-Theatre. 8 pm, $10. $9.

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NOTE: The PowerPiant Visual Arts Ce nter will be closed from December 24 - JanuaiY 8.

JANUARY 9 ( FRI) VIsual Arts · 2nd Annual Northern Colorado Jurled Exhibition PowerPiant Visual Arts Center. Main Gallery. Opening reception 5-8 pm. (galleiY hours T-SAT. 10 am-4 pm, SUN. 12-5) FREE (runs through Feb. 22)

JANUARY 10 (SAT) Music ·An EvenlngWHh the lleatles -Fort Collins Symphony Orchestra Lincoln Center Performance Hall, 8 pm, $14.$12. $10. Music · Tom Paxton - Jade 'Urn Productions. Lincoln Center MiniTheatre. 8 pm. $10. $9.

JANUARY 31 (SAT) Theatre - ·uncle vanya· - UpenStage Theatre Company, Lincoln Center Mini-Theatre. 8 pm, $8.50, $6.

FEBRUARY 1 (SUN) Music· Dorta Lehnert, Pianist- Fort Collins Symphony Orchestra. Lincoln Center Performance Hall, 8 pm. $14. $12.$10.

JANUARY 13 (TUES)

FEBRUARY 3 (TUES) VIsual Aria · Barbara Donachy Nuclear lomb Exhibit - Clara Hutton Galle!Y. CSU. FREE (runs through Feb. 27)

JANUARY 16 ( FRI) Theatre · "Uncle Vanyo" - OpenStage Theatre Company, Lincoln Center Mini-Theatre. 8 pm. $8.50, $6.

JANUARY 17 (SAT) Theatre · "Uncle Vanyo" - OpenStage Theatre Company. Lincoln Center Mini-Theatre. 8 pm, $8.50. $6.

JANUARY 22 (THURS) VIsual Arts · Charles Eagle Plume ExhlbH- CurfmanGallery. DuHesa Lounge, Lory Student Center. CSU. M-SUN.6:30am-11 pm. FREE(runs through Apri l 3)

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Spec. ln . · Annual Downtown CommunllyCarollesl- Sponsored by FortTown Merchant's Association and Parks and Recreation. Carolers proceed on a downtown route from Oak St. Plaza to Old Town Square. 6-8 pm. FREE.

DECEMBER 19 (FRI)

JANUARY 24 (SAT)

Theatre- "Ebenezer"- Open Stage Thectre Company. Lincoln Center Performance Hall. 8 pm, $11 .$7,$5.

Theatre · "Uncle Vanyo" - OpenStage Theatre Company, Lincoln Center Mini-Theatre. 8 pm, $8.50. $6. Music/Dance· Koda (Drummers and Dancers of Japan) - Lincoln Center Showstopper Series. Lincoln Center Performance Hall, 7:30 pm. $12. $10, $9.

DECEMBER 20 (SAT)

JANUARY 30 (FRI) Theatre - "Uncle Vanyo" - OpenStage Theatre Company. Lincoln Center Mini-Theatre. 8 pm, $8.50. $6.

Lecture - Wordsworth Series "Pornography: Free to Exploit You and Me?" Panel discussion and film. Fort Collins Public Libra/Y. 200 Peterson. 7:30 pm, FREE.

Theatre - "Uncle Vanyo" - OpenStage Theatre Company. Lincoln Center Mini-Theatre. 8 pm, $8.50. $6. S~lal Interest - Sound tor Sight Lions Cl ub. Lincoln Center Per formance Hall. 7:30 pm (ca ll 221-6730 for ticket information)

Children's Event· Christmas by Me - Parks & Recreation. Children makegiftsforparents. The Square. Theatre- "Ebenezer"- OpenStage Thectre Company. Lincoln Center PerformanceHaii.B pm,$11,$7.$5. Dance - Young People's Dance Company - Mountain Dance Center. Lincoln Center MiniTheatre.2& 7 pm.(call221-6730 tor ticket prices)

coin Center. 7:30pm. $2 w/ libraiY card. $4 w/o

JANUARY 25 (SUN) Music/Dance · Koda (Drummers and Dancers of Japan)- Lincoln Center Showstopper Series. Lincoln Center Performance Hall. 7:30pm. $12. $10. $9.

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JANUARY 29 (THURS)

Theatre- "Ebenezer"- OpenStage Theatre Company, Lincoln Center Performance Hall. 8 pm,$11.$7,$5.

Lecture · Wordsworth Series "Pornography", Dr. Neil Malamuth. UCLA research psychologist. Lin-

FEBRUARY 4 (WED) Film - "Florence" and "Italy's Hill Towns" - Lincoln Center Travel Film Series. Lincoln Center Per formance Hall. 7:30 pm. $3.75. $3.50 Student/FANS. Lecture - Readings by Etheridge Knight, Poet- CSU Fine Arts Series. Lory Student Center Theatre. CSt:J. 8 pm. FREE.

FEBRUARY 8 (SUN) Music · Alrjazz - Lincoln Center Children's Series. Lincoln Center Performance Hall, 2 & 4:30 pm. $3.50.

FEBRUARY 11 (WED) Theatre · "Biloxi Blues" - Lincoln Center Showstopper Seri es. Lin coin Center Performance Hall, 7:30 pm, $16, $14. $13.

FEBRUARY 12 (THURS) Theatre · "Biloxi Blues" - Lincoln Center Showstopper Series. Lin coin Center Performance Hall, 7:30pm. $16. $14. $13.

FEBRUARY 14 (SAT) Children's Event · Cupid Capers Parks & Recreation. Lunch, c rafts. and games. The Square. 11 am1 pm: $5/couple (child 3-7 & adult) To pre-register call 2216640. Music/Dance · "An Evening to Remember" - Fort Collins Sym phony Guild. An evening ofcocktails, dinner and dancing . Proceeds benefit the Fort Collins Symphony. University Park Holiday Inn. 6:30 pm, $125/ couple. $65 single.

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THE VERY TH NG By Susan Cole "It's a far cry from what our Christmases were like," exclaimed one mother dazzled and bemused by the array of electronic gadgetry under the tree. Her mother smiled. "You have no idea," she countered. "Why, I remember when ... " Yes, the gifts have changed over the past 80 years. Although holiday gifr~ giving and sharing has changed little in philosophy, the nature of the gifts has undergone a drastic and undreamed of metamorphosis. Enter with us another world in another time of Christmases past. Hidden in the basement stacks of the library can be found a treasure of dusty volumes whose December issues reveal holiday treats from the early days of this century: children whose wish lists contained soon~t~be coveted volumes of"Grirnm's Fairy Tales," "The Brownies," "Alice in the Looking Glass," and "Mother Goose"; blocks and rocking horses for the boys and dolls and other "suitable" gifts for the girls, ones that would "appeal especially to [their] feminine instincts." For milady, "bureau furniture" con~ sisting of embossed silver brush, comb and mirror sets with matching rouge pots and perhaps a silver~encased odor bottle. Gloves were sure to please, and for that extra~personal gift, a corset with lace and satin trim. For him, an often~used key duplicated in gold or silver, a pipe, or walking stick. By 1918 sensible gifts were promoted in view of the war effort. A multi~use motor mechanized things like sewing machines and fans. The luxury of the season was a talking machine. Songs like "In the Gloaming," "Over the Garden Wall," and "Oh, How I Love My Ada," were played again and again. The Depression and World War II resulted in a paring down of gift lists and nurtured home~made or multi~use items along with radios and improved phon~ graphs. Post~war gifts reflected a pent~up need for the luxurious or luxurio~appearing Christmas treats. Angora or sheared rabbit fur collar and cuff sets, feathers, rhinestones and simulated gold and silver jewelry made the scene. Black and white television and early sitcoms like Ozzie and Harriet became a new and nightly family ritual.

Then came the early years of the Great Society and space~age technology was born. Families wanted for their children the type of Christmas they wish they could have had, plastic credit became commonplace, and the complexion of Christmas was changed forever. Dr. Seuss wrote "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" and Boris Karloff narrated the story. The record became a smash success. The tw~ car family no longer was a rarity and color TVs replaced black and white. In the early '70s the electronic calcu~ lator made its debut. Soon it became pocket~sized and then solar. It eventually became credit card thin, wallet compatible and incorporated into watches, pens, and jewelry. Microelectronics, the liquid crystal display (LCD), and large~scale integrated circuit chips revolutionized electronic "toys." In 1981, competing with the Rubik's Cube and the continuing popularity of the microwave oven came a wave of video games. By Christmas 1982, we had embarked upon the era of the blip, zonk, whap and bang. What had begun as a simple, electronic version of table tennis floating across a green TV screen evolved into an explosive new pastime as absorbing for adults as it was for their offspring. The 1972 game of Pong gave way to Space Invaders and Asteroids. The ubiquitous Pac~Man munched its way through the nation's arcades and into the American familyroom. Like zealous invaders from another galaxy, video creatures invaded society.

The traditional board games of Monopoly, Scrabble and Battleship became electronic, complete with voice synthesizers and sonar bleeps. Enthusiasts could pit their skills against the computer in electronic football and chess. Twenty~ five million people in America helped make the playing of electronic games the fastest growing leisure~time activity in the world. Atari, lntellivision, and Odyssey were joined by home computers and their games, and VCRs soon became household necessities. Along with the barage of electronic gadgets came a surge of cuddly, snuggly creatures. The Smurfs, a homely creature called ET, Strawberry Shortcake and Ewoks warmed the Christmas heart. Soon their lovable likenesses were lavished on everything from wallpaper to wrist~ watches. The pricey Sharper Image Catalogue featured exotic adult toys from ergonomic, chairs and "Smart" robots, to com~ puterized 35mm cameras and cassette jukeboxes. Parents today are shocked by their children's Pentagon~size procurement plans. But blockbusters like Cabbage Patch kids and Transformer robots or Gobots are mellowed by low~tech skate~ boards ~nd the surprisingly enduring Slinky and Etch~a~Sketch. Waves of Dungeo~ ~d Dragon games are countered with the equally popular Trivial Pursuit. Novelty sweatshirts and 3~D holographic musical Christmas cards sit alongside pocket~sized color TV sets. From high~tech to low~tech to n~tech one wonders what will become the next Christmas list "must." As the season approaches those all important gift ideas become clear. Who knows what THE GIFT for 1986 will be. But word has it that somewhere in our future the next stop will be the "SMART HOUSE", an electronic marvel that virtually becomes a foolproof robotic wonder, revolution~ izing our lives and easing our days. Go ahead and shake your head in wonder and disbelief But try to remember that everything is relative. The gifts have changed but the essence of giving remains the same and the special nature of Christmas-the renewal, the joy, the love-is eternal.

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1. Well-bred classics, up-dated and tempered in the luxury of rich creme wool flannel. Long slim wrap skirt, $11 7, shows off a high necked, shaped jacket with belted back, $213, and luxurious long sleeved, soft gold, silk charmeuse blouse, $141. SculPJ:ured horseshoe buckle belt, available in crimson, loden, creme, black, $93, and hand crafted gold earrings, $42, add a touch of polish. 2. Glamorous style savvy in loose and lavish party pajama pants in electric sapphire silk charmeuse, $115. Elegant mohair evening sweater with a design touch of lurex and black on sapphire blue, $159. Hand crafted sterling silver neck collar, $565, sterling bracelet, $289, and sterling earrings, $105, are up-to-the-minute fashion accessory news.

3 . The art of ensembling with clothes that never go out of style is Linda Allard's specialty. Full length wool gabardine trench coat has stylish convertible collar and button out red flannel lining, loden, $423. Silk charmeuse crimson paisley jewel neck blouse with scarf, $159. Softly flared, ankle skimming cream wool flannel skirt, $153. Handsome black and gold leather belt adds the finishing touch,

$80. 4. Distinctive career choices beyond the traditional from Linda Allard. Versatile navy wool crepe long cardigan jacket with embroidered pocket, $273, tops navy satin stripe wool trousers, $161. Luscious ivory silk charmeuse crush neck blouse finishes the luxury look, $115. Long pearl rope by Rhea, $45, combines with gold chain and pearls imported from Paris, $84. Large pearl earrings by Les Bernard, $42. A handsome synchronization of rich color and luxurious fabric in soft two piece dressing. Black and navy pinstripe silk charmeuse blouse with jewel neckline and scarf, $151. Coordinating pleated wrap skirt, $191. Exquisite wide black leather belt with silver buckle by Geiger, $98.

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2 . Ultra feminine in a choice of moods by Nancy Johnson. Soft blouson styling with yoked full skirt in mocha wool blend knit jersey. A romantic handmade buttonout Battenburg lace collar frames the face, sizes 2-16, $153 . Hand carved ivory earrings, $32 . lvorine bracelet, $18.

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3 . Streamlined sophistication yet altogether feminine, Liz Claiborne styles a sleek silk jacquard jumpsuit that is a flattering combination of ivory and black, sizes 4路 14, $146. Gold evening necklace with red stone, $35, and matching earrings, $20.

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season in a red wool hand knit turtleneck by Roberta Frost. Colorful elves playfully decorate front and back, sizes S,M,L, $194.

Active cotton/ poly kohl gray suede cloth with insets of pink, blue, and purple, sizes P,S,M,L, $142.

5. A happy circus scene, complete with elephants, clowns, and balloons playfully depicted on ecru ramie/ cotton. Individually hand knit from Marisa Christina, sizes S,M,L, $143. Hot pink earrings, $9.

Companion plush velour warm-up with zip jacket and elastic waist pant. Kohl gray with insets of hot pink and blue, sizes P,S,M,L, $149.

Brighten your holiday entertaining in luxurious knits by L'Ultima from Dalton. The softest of angora blend is dressed up even more with black and gold lurex, sizes S,M,L, $126. Knockout nonchalance in striped black and gold metallic wool/acrylic blend by L'Ultima. The newest long length, sizes S, M,L, $76. Sleek ribbed knit black pants, sizes S,M,L, $48. Handcrafted brass and silver clear crystal earrings, $59. 33

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2. 2. Spicing up the holidays, Richard Warren styles for today's contemporary woman. Charming silk plaid tunic top in shades of green, purple, and fuschia accent longer black skirt, sizes 2-14, $275. Pearl earrings by Les Bernard, $25 .

3 . Holiday glamour for an evening entrance, in rich metallics from LB. Diffusion. Metallic black and gold lace mid-calf ballerina skirt, sizes 4-14, $118, shows off a glamorous silk / angora blend and velvet black sweater with gold braid and lace, sizes P, S, M, L, $118. Handmade crystal earrings, $85, ring by Rhea , $29. Soft and romantic I.B. Diffusion's black evening sweater is appliqued with a silver bead and sequin trimmed velvet bow, sizes P, S, M, L, $78. Worn with elegant front pleated black velvet evening pants, sizes 4-14, $130. Black and silver earrings by Rhea, $37 .

4. Shaped for flattery, styled for sophistication, this Richard Warren evening suit is a knockout! Shaped neckline, rounded shoulders and peplum accent compliment a stunning silk rose floral border print, sizes 2-14, $303. Gold collar with rhinestones by Rhea, $53. Matching earrings, $29.

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1. Year-round elegance in luscious 100% iris silk by Richard Warren , featuring charming pleated sleeves, tuck bodice and pleated skirt. Most eye appealing is a waistless fit that drapes and shapes in all the right places, sizes 2-14 , $283. Dynasty rhinestone collar adds just the right sparkle, $250 .

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2. Glitter, glitz, glamour from]oanie Char's styling for after five. Turquoise silk two piece dress with a symetrical silver beaded top and easy skirt, sizes 2-14, $254. Tear drop earrings, $55. Festive red silk, diagonal drop waist dress dazzles with a touch of silver beads and pearls, sizes 2-14,$214. Handcrafted crystal and pearl earrings, $130.

3. After dark, dinner, and beyond in elegant winter white by Joanie Char. The newest longer length silk jacquard cardigan jacket over pleated wool crepe skirt and silk charmeuse bow blouse, sizes 2-14, $384 . Gold pearl earrings by Les Bernard, $40.

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