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GIFT GUIDE THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO LOCAL SHOPPING
Santa Cruz 2015
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Bruer Cold Brew Coffee Maker $79.99
Blenko Carafe $53.99
Sparq Whiskey Spheres $16.99
Crepe Maker $49.99
Chamba Medium Soup Pot $59.99
Lekue Cheese Making Kit $29.99
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CONTENTS 8 Holiday Events Calendar
GIFTS FOR THE ...
12 Artist 14 Bookworm 16 Broke Student 18 Cat Lover 20 Chef 22 Chocoholic 24 Coworker 26 Coffee Addict 30 Comedian 32 Dog Lover 34 Environmentalist 36 Erotic Enthusiast 38 Fitness Fanatic 40 Foodie 42 Hipster
44 Home Decorator 46 Jewelry Lover 48 Musician 50 New Parent 52 Ocean Lover 54 Outdoor Adventurer 56 Photographer 58 Science Geek 60 Skater 62 Stoner 64 Techie 66 Vinyl Fetishist 68 Wellness Guru 70 Wine Lover 72 World Traveler 74 Yogi
A Good Times publication.
STAFF
ART DIRECTOR Tabi Zarrinnaal
PUBLISHER Jeanne Howard
DESIGNERS DiAnna VanEycke Rosie Eckerman Lorin Baeta
EDITOR Steve Palopoli MANAGING EDITOR Maria Grusauskas CONTRIBUTORS DNA Anne-Marie Harrison Cat Johnson Brad Kava June Smith Andrew Steingrube Mat Weir PROOFREADER Josie Cowden
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES John Bland Molly Farrell ACCOUNTING Katherine Adams
PHOTOGRAPHER Keana Parker
CIRCULATION MANAGER Mick Freeman
WEBMASTER Roseann Hernandez
OFFICE MANAGER Lindsay Keebler
ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Debra Whizin
CEO Dan Pulcrano
SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Nadine Kellie Sue Lamothe Ilana Rauch Packer
VICE PRESIDENT Lee May
EDITOR’S NOTE E
ven just reading the categories in this year’s gift guide makes me remember why I love Santa Cruz. Where else would the essential list of giftees to buy for range from bookworms, environmentalists and wellness gurus to foodies, skaters, stoners and vinyl fetishists? Not to mention, of course, ocean lovers and techies. I want all of these people to have a big holiday party, and I want to be invited. I might even throw it. We can Secret Santa using this gift guide, of course. I have to go get the invitations written, so in the meantime enjoy shopping eclectically and locally!
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FRIDAY 12/11 SUNDAY 1/3 SMALL WORKS IN GREAT SPACE
Perfect for holiday shopping, Small Works in Great Space showcases pieces of work by artists from Santa Cruz County. Reception 3-5 p.m., Dec. 12, Santa Cruz Art League, 526 Broadway, Santa Cruz. 426-5787. scal.org. Free.
SATURDAY 12/12 HOLIDAYS ON THE RANCH
Feeling nostalgic this holiday season? Celebrate in ye old school fashion with crafts, games, music and much merriment from the early 20th century. There’ll be wreath-making, games, music, crafts, sing-alongs, and drafthorse carriage rides. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Wilder Ranch State Park, 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz. 426-0505. thatsmypark.org. Free.
SUNDAY 12/13 JINGLE SHELLS ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL
Give a unique piece of Santa Cruz with locally made, ocean-inspired gifts while celebrating with live music, children’s crafts and science exhibits at the Seymour Center. Noon-5:30 p.m., Seymour Marine Discovery Center, 100 Shaffer Road, Santa Cruz. 459-3800. seymourcenter. ucsc.edu. Free.
THURSDAY 12/17 SATURDAY 12/19 STOCKINGS CABARET
Be it the first time for a wide-eyed child or the seventieth viewing for a dedicated fan, Santa Cruz Ballet’s 55-piece orchestra and talented dancers bring the timeless tradition to life for audiences of all ages. Civic Auditorium, 307 Church St., Santa Cruz. 477-1606. scbt.org.
WEDNESDAY 12/30 NEW YEAR’S EVE EVE WITH JOE SHAPIRO
Why wait till New Year’s Eve when you can get the party started a night early? Celebrate the end of 2015 with the Bay Area’s favorite dance band and an ocean-front setting. 8 p.m., Cocoanut Grove, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz. 423-2053. cocoanutgrovesantacruz.com.
Motion Pacific, 131 Front St. Suite E, Santa Cruz. 457-1616. motionpacific.com.
FRIDAY 12/18 Make your own gift-wrap and get crafty with handmade holiday cards. The Museum of Art & History’s Winterpalooza offers perfect last-minute gift ideas and plenty of fun holiday celebration activities for the whole family. 4-8 p.m., Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History, 705 Front St., Santa Cruz. 429-1964 santacruzmah.org. Free.
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THE NUTCRACKER
Not all holiday spirit has to be wholesome—Motion Pacific presents their annual cabaret show with just the right amount of debauchery, sexiness and sass for a blushingly good time.
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THURSDAY 12/31 NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
Didn’t like 2015? That’s all right, there’s another year on the way. Out with the old and in with the new, it’s toasting time with a complimentary glass of champagne or sparkling cider and a full buffet. 7-10 p.m., Cocoanut Grove, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz. 423-2053. cocoanutgrovesantacruz.com.
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Gifts for the
ARTIST
For a lot of artists, creation starts with a sketch—a noncommittal doodle that the rest of the world may never see. This year, why not meet your artistic loved ones at that point of inspiration with tools that get the creative process started. Whether it’s a classic Moleskine notebook to jot down ideas and to-dos, watercolor markers that you can draw or paint with, or a box of woodless colored pencils to bring their vision to full-color life, tools of the trade are always necessary, and generally appreciated.
MOLESKINE COLORED NOTEBOOK LOGOS BOOKS & RECORDS 1117 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz 427-5100, logosbooksrecords.com $8.95 and up
WINSOR & NEWTON WATER COLOUR MARKERS LENZ ARTS 142 River St., Santa Cruz 423-1935, lenzarts.com $5.99
WOODLESS COLORED PENCILS PALACE ART & OFFICE SUPPLY 1407 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz or 1501 41st Ave., Capitola 427-1550, gopalace.com $8 and up
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BOOKWORM What’s better than a hot night out on the town? For some bookworms, it’s snuggling up with a nice cup of coffee or tea and a great read. Luckily, we’re terribly (read: wonderfully) spoiled living here in Santa Cruz, with abundantly stocked bookstores within shouting distance. If you have a bookworm on your gift list and want to go beyond their reading wish lists, here are some literary-minded suggestions.
PADDYWAX LIBRARY CANDLES BOOKSHOP SANTA CRUZ 1520 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz. 423-0900, bookshopsantacruz.com $19.95
SHAKESPEARE SOCKS SOCKSHOP & SHOE COMPANY 1515 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 429-6101, sockshopandshoeco.com. $7.50
SANTA CRUZ DARK COFFEE SANTA CRUZ ROASTING COMPANY 1330 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 459-0100, santacruzcoffee.com $11.95/lb.
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BROKE STUDENT
Food, check. Books, check. Wall art, check. Students stick to the basics, but you can help them ring in the holiday with some bright shiny objects, some hearty food and some nourishment for the mind. A Psy Clone art print will help keep their hallucinations on the wall and brighten the drabbest dorm. A juicer will keep them eating healthy, and a slim, rolling lifetime-guaranteed Briggs & Riley suitcase will not only make it easier for them to come visit, but can double as a book bag.
PSY CLONE ART PRINT BY DUSTIN GRAHAM MADE IN SANTA CRUZ 57 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz 426-2257, madeinsantacruz.com $17.06
BRIGGS & RILEY TRANSCEND ROLLING CABIN BAG BERGMAN LUGGAGE Capitola Mall com 464-6741, bergmanluggage.com $299
HUROM SLOW JUICER ICER AND SMOOTHIE MAKER CHEFWORKS 1527 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz uz 426-1351, mytoque.com $399
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CAT LOVER They say that cats don’t have owners, they have staff, and anyone who has a cat knows that there’s more than a little truth to that. But we love them, nonetheless. Whether you’re shopping for someone who’d love a photo of their cat as wallpaper on their iPad, or who could use a clapperboard for when they shout “Action!” on their cat videos, or who needs help with cat care while they’re away, these gift ideas have got you covered.
CUSTOM PHOTO IPAD CASE BAY PHOTO 715 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 425-1100, bayphoto.com $19.50
ARCHIE MCPHEE CAT VIDEO CLAPPERBOARD PAPER VISION 1345 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 458-1345, mcphee.com $4.98
CAT SITTING HAPPYTAILS PET SITTING SERVICE happytailspetsit.com $19 and up
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Gifts for the
CHEF
The cantankerous chef in your life appreciates a new kitchen gadget like a kid appreciates Legos on Christmas morning. One idea is a Waring Commercial Quik Stik immersion blender, which doles out consistent texture to sauces, soups, and more. Another is a Benriner mandolin slicer, which can cover up for poor knife skills and cut ingredients uniformly, leading to better presentation and more even cooking. And a culinary artiste can never have enough pans—either to cook with or throw—so perhaps a high-end fry pan will put a smile on your favorite chef’s face.
WARING COMMERCIAL QUIK STIK IMMERSION BLENDER SANTA CRUZ RESTAURANT SUPPLY 723 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 431-6964, scrs123.com $135
BENRINER MANDOLIN SLICER GOOD NEWS RESTAURANT SUPPLY 1211 Water St., Santa Cruz 425-8744 $60
SWISS DIAMOND 11" FRY PAN LE CHEF KITCHENWARE 94 Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center, Aptos 685-1808 $110
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CHOCOHOLIC
There would be plenty for Willy Wonka to do if he came to Santa Cruz to visit our numerous chocolatiers. He’d do his holiday shopping at Mackenzies, stocking up on the holiday dishes filled with 15 exquisite chocolates each. He’d take a truffle-making class at Donnelly, consuming every morsel he crafted. Finally, he’d become obsessed with stoneground cacao after tasting Mutari’s hot chocolate mixes, and then he’d probably move here permanently.
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DONNELLY FINE CHOCOLATES
1492 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 831-425-1492, mackenzieschocolates.com $32.95
1509 Mission St., Santa Cruz 831-458-4214, donnellychocolates.com $200
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GIFT SET OF ORGANIC GOURMET HOT CHOCOLATE MIXES MUTARI CHOCOLATE 1001 Center St., Santa Cruz 831-687-8141, mutarichocolate.com $27.50-$48
BUY THE PERFECT GIFT FOR YOUR CYCLIST With our Holiday Gift Guide Stop by the shop to collect a copy of our “Great Gifts for Cyclists” featuring 20 inspired products - from stocking stuffers to dream bikes. Free gift for the first 50 people who purchase a product from the guide.
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COWORKER Whether you love them, hate them, or have a hard time remembering their name, gifts for co-workers can be tricky. You’d better nail it, or you could have a year of stinkeye coming your way. A box of Santa Cruz’s favorite cookies is bound to make them happy (along with everyone around them). For your true work homies, the ones who understand you and your struggles, nothing says thank you like a little cell-phone support. And for those aloof co-workers who can’t stand any of you, surprise them with some noise-cancelling headphones.
GIFT BOX OF COOKIES PACIFIC COOKIE COMPANY 1203 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 429-9709, pacificcookie.com $17.95 and up
BOBINO FOLDING PHONE HOLDER PALACE ART & OFFICE SUPPLY 1407 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz or 1501 41st Ave., Capitola 427-1550, gopalace.com $7.99
NOISECANCELLING HEADPHONES SOLITUDE HEADPHONES solitudeheadphones.com $39.99 and up
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Gifts for the
COFFEE ADDICT
For some, it’s a cozy drink to sip with dessert. For others, it’s the single driving force keeping us alive and working throughout the day. Whether you like it light or dark, bitter or sweet, extra-speedy or decaffeinated, there’s no denying America loves its coffee. Luckily, Santa Cruz has some of the finest beans, roasters and accessories for the friend in your life who can’t get enough of the rich dark stuff.
POUND OF COFFEE JAVA JUNCTION 519 Seabright Ave., Santa Cruz 523-5282, javajunctioncoffee.com $15
POUR OVER SET CHEFWORKS 1527 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 426-1351, mytoque.com $39.99
SANTA CRUZ MUG MADE IN SANTA CRUZ 57 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz 426-2257, shop.madeinsantacruz.com $10.95
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Give the gift of sailing
Types of Sails: Weekend afternoon and sunset sails Wednesday night sailboat race sails
Gift certificates available now for catamaran sailing on the 65’ Team O’Neill catamaran
Local beer and wine tasting sails
Public sailing season is May through October
Whale watching sails
Private charters available year-round
Seasonal firework sails
OYC's captains and the Team O'Neill are U.S. Coast Guard licensed, insured and inspected annually.
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when you buy 5 or more. Available now thru 12/31/15.
Scotts Valley Santa Cruz Capitola
245 Mt. Hermon Rd. #Q (Safeway center) 2381 Mission St. bet. Fair & Swift 1501 41st. Ave. # OSH center)
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Gifts for the
COMEDIAN Comics need mics. Nothing says “I care” like buying a comedian their own microphone. Union Grove Music has a range of prices, but don’t skimp—a better mic might make them funnier. Or how about an inspiring a dose of local color with the Santa Cruz Comedy Coalition CD, highlighting 13 local jokers available at shows or Streetlight Records? It’s only volume one, so tell them to work hard and get on the next one. Finally, get your comedian friend a shirt from the artist Aye Jay. He’s made dozens of tour posters for Patton Oswalt and Marc Maron, so he’s got comedy cred. His shirts combine famous comedians with heavy metal bands.
SHURE SM58 MICROPHONE UNION GROVE MUSIC 1003 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 427-0670, uniongrovemusic.com $109.99
SANTA CRUZ COMEDY COALITION CD STREETLIGHT RECORDS 939 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 421-9200, streetlightrecords.com
HEAVY METAL COMEDIAN SHIRTS AYE JAY Shirtsanddestroy.com/aye_jay Prices vary
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Gifts for the
DOG LOVER
Dog lovers really love dogs. As in, they want to take their furry friends riends n essence, when everywhere and include them in every aspect of their lives. So, in you’re buying a gift for your dog-loving friend, you’re really buyingg a gift for their dog buddies, too. It’s always good to go the practical route, like a dog collar from om Pet Pals. For a little indulgence, try gourmet dog yums. And if you want to really spoil them (the dog owners, owners not the dog), dog) blow their minds by treating them to a professional photo of their dog.
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PHOTO DOGGIE
PUPPY BREATH BOUTIQUE
216-E Mount Herman Road #223, Scotts Valley 854-7598, photodoggie.com
1537 Pacific Ave., Suite 101, Santa Cruz. 831-295-6623, puppybreathboutique.com $1/ounce
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DOG COLLARS PET PALS 3660 Soquel Drive, Soquel 464-8775, petpals.com $4.29 and up
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ENVIRONMENTALIST These are the giftees who are hip to the chemical-free, non-GMO and organic cause, and know the difference between a carbon footprint and Bigfoot’s footprint. They know that paraben and triclosan are dirty words, and carry BPA-free water canteens and reusable bags when shopping. They’ll feel the green this holiday season with locally made beeswax candles; dishwasher-safe, chemical-free toys made from recycled plastic; and organic, fairtrade-certified towels.
LAUGHING CANDLES ECO GOODS 1130 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 429-5758, ecogoods.com $12-16
SIX PIECE TRAIN SET BY GREEN TOYS, INC. NEW LEAF COMMUNITY MARKET 1210 41st Ave., Capitola $29.99
COYUCHI AIR WEIGHT BATH COLLECTION GREENSPACE 719 Swift St., Santa Cruz 423-7200, greenspacecompany.com $8-$34
ORGANIC COTTON CLOTHING SYNERGY ORGANIC CLOTHING 1229 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 831-331-4014, synergyclothing.com Prices vary
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EROTIC ENTHUSIAST Time to put away the “nice” list, because things are about to get naughty. Between parties, shopping and family dinners, sometimes the holidays can be more stressful than fun. So why not put some cheer back in your step with some of these sinfully delightful gifts? Whether there’s a special someone in your life or you just need to treat yourself, these are the presents that give a totally different meaning to “ho ho ho.” Don’t worry, we won’t tell Santa.
USBCHARGABLE iSEX TOYS CAMOUFLAGE 1329 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 423-7613, shopcamouflage.com $17.00-19.00
VIBRO POD DIGITAL MUSIC VIBRATOR FRENCHY’S 3960 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz 475-9221, frenchys.com $41.99
EROTIC CLASS PURE PLEASURE 204 Church St., Santa Cruz 466-9870, purepleasureshop.com $15-$30
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FITNESS FREAK
For your fitness-fixated friend or family member, it can be hard to find a gift that trumps already established and well-practiced routines. But the key to success in any exercise endeavor is a good challenge that keeps the body guessing. The static strength and flexibility required for yoga provides a nice yin to the yang of traditional cardio and weightlifting. And recovery is often overlooked, but a Roll Recovery R8 massage roller from Santa Cruz Running Company will have your fitness-o-phile wondering how a massage that can only be compared to being repeatedly run over by a small child on rollerblades can feel so good.
EMERGE BODY SLENDERIZING DRINK MIX MAX MUSCLE SANTA CRUZ 1420 41st Ave., Suite A, Capitola 462-6629, maxmusclesantacruz.com $59 for 30 servings
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THE COMPLETE RUNNER’S DAY-BY-DAY LOG 2016 CALENDAR, WITH FITNESS TIPS FROM MARTY JEROME GO! CALENDARS 1855 41st Ave., Capitola 477-9005, calendarholdings.com $15
ROLL RECOVERY R8 MASSAGE ROLLER SANTA CRUZ RUNNING COMPANY 1664 Soquel Drive, Santa Cruz 462-8228, santacruzrunningcompany.com $119
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FOODIE
Is there any way to satisfy a foodie? Their quest for new and exciting foods never seems to end, and sometimes you’re just like, “Hey! Can’t we just get fast food for once?” But just go with it, and let us suggest some gifts that are sure to win over your favorite foodies, from homemade jams and mustard to fresh farm deliveries to cedar grilling planks for enhanced barbecuing.
CEDAR GRILLING PLANKS CHEFWORKS 157 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, 426-1351, mytoque.com 19.95$
CSA: 25 WEEKS OF VEGGIES FROM FOGLINE FARM 212-2411, foglinefarm.com/shop $28, $36 and $42/week for veggie, eggs and protein options pr
TWINS KITCHEN HOMEMADE JAMS AJ’S MARKET AND NATURAL FOODS 5595 Soquel Drive, Soquel, 479-0388, 8, twinskitchensantacruz.com ion Also available at True Olive Connection $8
ORGANIC BONE BROTH TH KITCHEN WITCH BONE BROTH OTH 291-3969, kitchenwitchbroth.com Also at Staff of Life and New Leaf Community Markets $11.99 and up
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HIPSTER
There are many different types of hipsters. For your ur when audiophile hipster, a trip to Metavinyl is in order—when you want to kick back to your 180g Vampire Weekend end album, you need a good setup. A Music Hall turntable ble and integrated amp, plus Wharfedale 2-ways is going to o cost less than a mid-range fixed-gear bike. Hipster that’ss an epicurean? Check out Streetlight Records for the latest atest copy of Lucky Peach magazine (there’s also an iPhone one app). taurants It includes recipes from esteemed Momofuku’s restaurants and stomach-grabbing graphics. If your hipster friend end needs the latest copy of the Bitch Planet comic by Kelly Sue d. DeConnick, head on down to Atlantis Fantasyworld.
WHARFEDALE 2-WAY SPEAKERS METAVINYL 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz 466-9027, metavinyl.com $345
LUCKY PEACH MAGAZINE STREETLIGHT RECORDS 939 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 421-9200, streetlightrecords.com $12
BITCH PLANET ATLANTIS FANTASYWORLD 1020 Cedar St., Santa Cruz 426-0158, atlantisfantasyworld.com $3.50
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HOME DECORATOR
That design-conscious person on your list who thinks their taste is superior to just about everyone’s? We found a few ways to impress them. High-quality accessories can add sophistication to a room relatively affordably. To that end, Chilewich placemats come in a full range of colors, neutral tones and patterns, and are super durable; SC 41’s large selection of high-end designer pillows in fine upholstery fabrics have down filling and whisper “quality”; and we fell in love with these small-scale images of birds.
FINE ART GICLÉE PRINTS BY MATT ADRIAN AGENCY 1519 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 515-7937 $60, $75, $90
CHILEWICH INNOVATIVE PLACEMATS MODERN LIFE 925 41st Ave., Capitola 475-6802, shopmodernlife.com $12-$20
DESIGNER DOWN TOSS PILLOWS SC 41 FURNITURE 2647 41st Ave., Soquel, 464-2228, sc41.com $75-$120
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JEWELRY LOVER
Everybody loves something sparkling at Christmas—even the guys. Get a beautiful Fran Battendieri bracelet and your sweetie will love you for it. Assembled with rare and semi-precious stones, they’re attention-grabbing to say the least. You will be adored even more for putting a diamond ring under the tree. Mark Areias Jewelers carries all you need in the jewelry area, plus he’ll make something you crave if you don’t see what you want. Dell Williams began carrying a large selection of Annieglass this year. And for the man in your life, Super Silver carries an abundance of different money clips in silver and stainless steel.
FRAN BATTENDIERI COLLECTION CLICK CLICK BANG SALON & GALLERY 808 41st Ave., Santa Cruz 464-2724, franbattendieri.com $60-$250
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MARK AREIAS JEWELERS
DELL WILLIAMS
SUPER SILVER
1320 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz 423-4100, dellwilliams.com Prices vary
1301 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 460-9696, supersilversantacruz.com $17 and up
7552 Soquel Drive, Aptos 688-2799, areiasjewelers.com Prices Vary
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Staff of Life 1266 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz 831.423.8632 www. staffoflifemarket.com
Back Nine Grill & Bar 555 Highway 17 (Pasatiempo Drive Exit) Santa Cruz www.backninegrill.com
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Lu Lunch and dinner served daily (including a special kid’s menu) (in and featuring a great list of California wines and specialty cocktails.
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MUSICIAN The musician in your life is undoubtedly on an eternal quest to improve and be inspired. To help with the former, an iRig mic plugs into their iPhone and allows for studio-quality recording that can help hone his or her craft. A Snark touch-screen metronome will help them keep their tunes in the pocket without taking too much out of yours. And if inspiration is what they’re after, they can read about the intersection of music and neuroscience in This Is Your Brain On Music.
IRIG MIC CAST ELECTRET CONDENSER MIC FOR IPHONE OFFSHORE MUSIC 926 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 462-2567 $42
SNARK TOUCH SCREEN METRONOME THE STARVING MUSICIAN 1400 Ocean St., Santa Cruz 426-1975, starvingmusician.com $20
‘THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON MUSIC’ BY DANIEL J. LEVITIN BOOKSHOP SANTA CRUZ 1520 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 423-0900, bookshopsantacruz.com $16
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For a few weeks every year we open the Canopy Tour at night. Our “elf” guides lead the way through the misty evening forest, lit by sparkling christmas lights. Don't miss this unique experience!
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NEW PARENTS
Sure, babies are adorable. But if your friends are new parents, they might forget that from time to time because it’s really tough to raise babies. Not only do mom and dad need the occasional break, not to mention help around the house, but they also need time to focus on themselves every once in awhile. Just not for too long, because these babies won’t raise themselves! So when you’re done getting your new-parent friends helpful gifts like house cleaning services and fitness classes, make sure you throw in some items that the kiddos can enjoy, like chewable beads.
STROLLER FITNESS CLASSES FIT4MOM 824-4112, santacruz.fit4mom.com 10 classes for $100
ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND HOUSE CLEANING SERVICE CRISTI’S GREEN CLEANING 406-0145, christisgreencleaning.com
TEETHING CHEWBEADS CHILDISH SANTA CRUZ 1100 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 454-8208, childishsantacruz.com $36.95
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SALE DEC 1- DEC 31 Santa Cruz Optometric 904 Cedar St. Spex 124 Church St. 831.454.9999
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OCEAN LOVER Another term for an ocean lover might be “everyone.” This fact is all too real for the salty Santa Cruz resident who pays extra to live in a converted garage or closet just because it happens to be near the beach. But if you’ve got some liquid income, the gift of a kayak tour or sailboat charter puts your ocean lover right on the water to experience it on its own terms. They will also enjoy a virtual tour of the deep blue sea with the book Convergence: A Voyage Through French Polynesia, written by local author Sally-Christine Rodgers about her journey from Santa Cruz to French Polynesia. Proceeds from this page-turner help fund marine conservation.
MONTEREY BAY KAYAK TOUR SANTA CRUZ KAYAK CONNECTION 413 Lake Ave., Santa Cruz 479-1121, kayakconnection.com $50-$65
‘CONVERGENCE: A VOYAGE THROUGH FRENCH POLYNESIA’ BY SALLY-CHRISTINE RODGERS WEST MARINE 2450 17 Ave., Santa Cruz 476-1800, westmarine.com Also available at Bookshop Santa Cruz $24.95
SAILING CHARTER FOR TWO CHARDONNAY II 704 Soquel Ave., Suite A, Santa Cruz 423-1213, chardonnay.com $56 and up
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OUTDOOR ADVENTURER For the outdoor enthusiast, sanctuary is found beneath peaceful columns of redwoods, or on the shores of a beach. They’re at their best scaling mountains or rushing through whitewater rapids with nothing but a life vest and a spark of madness. The outdoor adventurer is connected to the greater world around us, and often finds inspiration in the subtleties of life that many of us pass by without a second thought. This holiday season, show them you didn’t have to think twice about how much they mean to you.
LIFESTRAW PERSONAL WATER FILTER OUTDOOR WORLD 136 River St., Santa Cruz 423-9555, outdoorworld.com $24.95
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SPECIALIZED AVIATION
222 River St., Santa Cruz 423-9078, downworks.com $380-$720
150 Aviation Way, Watsonville 763-2244, specializedheli.com $135-$375
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Buy tickets for yourself or the one you love—
See a show at Carmel-by-the-Sea’s Sunset Center! Soweto Gospel Choir Thursday, December 17 at 8PM
Pete Seeger Retrospective: The Storm King
The Smithereens
Thursday, February 4 at 8PM
Friday, January 22 at 8PM
Jessica Fellowes: The World of Downton Abbey
Binge-Worthy Journalism: Backstage with the Creators of SERIAL
Saturday, January 23 at 8PM
Wednesday, March 9 at 8PM 831.620.2048 www.sunsetcenter.org San Carlos St at Ninth Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
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PHOTOGRA
Once you’ve taken your pictures, there are all kinds of new ways to save them. You can give your favorite shooter old-school and newschool presents, including engraved USB drives and cases to bring some personality to the digital world. Or, go back to the future and give them a way to print pictures into an old-style accordion book.
ENGRAVED USB DRIVES AND CASES BAY PHOTO 715 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz or 2959 Park Ave., Soquel 425-1100, bayphoto.com $20.50-$27.00
ACCORDION STYLE WAVE BOOKS BAY PHOTO 715 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz or 2959 Park Ave., Soquel 425-1100, bayphoto.com $24-$28.50
LENS REPLICA COASTERS PALACE ART AND OFFICE SUPPLY 1407 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz or 1501 41st. Ave., Capitola 476-3815, gopalace.com $6.50
MINI FLASHING CAMERA KEY CHAIN PALACE ART AND OFFICE SUPPLY 1407 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz or 1501 41st Ave., Capitola 476-3815, gopalace.com $3.50
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SCIENCE GEEK Here’s a joke for you: Little Willie is no more, what he thought was H2O was H2SO4. Do you know someone that would love this joke, or would at least be able to explain it to you? Then you have a science geek for a friend. They look for education everywhere they go, and in everything they do. You just have to think: What would I want to learn about if I was smart? Here’s a good starter list: telescopes, games, and, if you think your science-loving kid has the potential to be an astronaut, maybe a little freeze-dried astronaut ice cream to whet their appetite. Just nod and pretend you understand what they’re saying when they unwrap the gift.
BEGINNER TELESCOPE KIT ORION TELESCOPES & BINOCULARS telescope.com, 800-447-1001 $159 and up
INNOVATION MYTHIC GAMES 149 South River St., Santa Cruz 600-7451, gomythic.com
ASTRONAUT ICE CREAM BOOKSHOP SANTA CRUZ 1520 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 423-0900, bookshopsantacruz.com $4.95
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Our artisan chocolates and confections are handmade in small batches. Our collection includes specialty chocolates featuring local Santa Cruz wines and olive oils.
Kings Village Shopping Center 224 C Mt. Hermon Rd. Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 440-9256 www.chocolatevisions.com ‘Like’ us on Facebook!
A PATSY CLINE CHRISTMAS
Sttarring JONI MORRIS
& THE AFTER MIDNIGHT BAND Featuring The Sc cottss Valley High Sch hool Choir
Surf City Santa Cruz Kiwanis Foundation FUNDRAISER
FOR COMMUNITY YOUTH PROGRAMS
December 13, 2015 ~ 2:00 PM
RIO THEATRE SANTA CRUZ
$39/person
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SKATER
Finding something cool for a skater in Santa Cruz is easy. There are killer iller old-school Vans high tops, eet credibility, edibility, and more skate tons of mostly locally made shirts and hats designed for ultimate street decks than you ever knew existed. Pro tip: bringg your skateboardingg loved one with you to pick out the deck. They always y need one, but they tend to be very particular ar about which ones they ride.
STAR WARS RS SKATEBOARD ARD DECK BILL’S WHEELS LS 1240 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 469-0904, billswheels.com eels.com $79.95
THIEVES SNAPBACK HAT BERDELS 1233 Pacific Ave., Santa nta Cruz 425-2373, berdels.com m $27
VANS SK8-HI HIGH TOP SHOES OLD SCHOOL SHOES 1017 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 423-2700, oldschool-shoes.com $65
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STONER The devil’s lettuce. Sensimilla. Santa Cruz potpourri. Whatever you call it, marijuana is here to stay. Four states (plus Washington D.C.) have already legalized recreational use, and many more states will be voting on the issue in next year’s election. Of course, Santa Cruz is no stranger to the sticky icky, as it’s been on the frontlines of the medical marijuana movements, as well as some of the industry’s most innovative accessories and tastiest strains. So put on some sweet jams, grab a bag of Oreos and check out our selections for this year’s top stoner gifts.
SMOKABLE HOODIE HOOD HORKERZ hoodhorkerz.com $124.20-$159.99
PEANUT BUTTER SWIRL BAR GRANNY PURPS 2649 41st Ave., Soquel 477-7500, grannypurps.com $12
BANANA BA SLUG PIPE BY JEDI GLASS SMOKE & MIRRORS MIRR 803 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 600-7471, facebook.com/ facebook.com smokeandmirrorsSC $75
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Gifts For The Joy Of Cooking
Emile Henry Ceramic Cookware
Other Holiday Gifts: s Cookware and Gadgets s Teapots s Coffee presses s Aprons s Cookie Cutters s Wine & Accessories s Stocking Stuffers & much more!
Kitchenware & more Mon. thru Sat. 10-7 Sun. 11-6 (Extended Holiday Hours)) 94 Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center Aptos, CA * 831.685.1808
Bring Companion Bakeshop home to your holiday table
Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus, Chorale, Cantiamo & PUCC Chancel Choir Present
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Messiah Sing-Along Tuesday December 22nd, 2015 7:00pm Gala reception to follow Spiced Pumpkin Facial For the holiday season we will be featuring sourdough breads, holiday pies & cookie boxes as well as .W]Z *IZZMT +WЄMM JMIV[ Companion “keep cups” & Companion gift cards. OPEN hours: Tuesday-Friday 7AM-5PM Saturday-Sunday 8AM-3PM
A beautiful medley of Spiced Pumpkin and Orange loaded with antioxidants and vitamins to refresh and renew your skin. We finish your relaxing facial treatment with our refreshing Goji berry mask for deeply hydrated, glowing skin, plus a relaxing face, hand and neck massage and warm hand mittens!
Tickets: $20 (available at door) or online: www.cabrillochorus.org
Special $90 Add Microdermabrasion or oxygen infusion $15
2628 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz
831.476.1060 2341 Mi Mission issiion Street companionbakeshop.com
Peace United Church of Christ 900 High Street, Santa Cruz
book online: pacificskincaresc.com
Cheryl Anderson, Director of Choral Activities, Cabrillo College Bring your Handel’s Messiah scores; limited quantity available to borrow
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TECHIE
For the techie who spends more time in front of his or her computer than outdoors, it’s all about making that tiny workstation more comfortable. Digital music can get as hard and tedious as a hammer, but it can be warmed and softened with a couple of devices: Channel D Pure Music takes the harsh out of your tunes; the Dragonfly, also only sold online, can help too. And then, after way too many hours at the terminal, there’s a Made in Santa Cruz recovery pillow to rest your aching head on.
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57 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz 426-2257, madeinsantacruz.com $34.95
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VINYL FETISHIST
Brothers and sisters, rejoice! The revolution is here! Well, the vinyl revolution, at least. In the 21st century, music lovers have been rediscovering the warm sound of fresh wax, to the tune of $314 million in vinyl sales in 2014. And who can blame them? There’s something satisfying and cathartic in placing the needle on the record and digesting each side with care while taking in the intricate album art. Here are some clever ideas to win the love of the collector in your life.
ORTOFON PHONO CARTRIDGE METAVINYL 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz 466-9027, metavinyl.com $38-$508
J DILLA ‘KING OF BEATS’ VINYL BOX SET STREETLIGHT RECORDS 939 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 421-9200, streetlightrecords.com $219.98
T THE DEATHLESS D 7” 7 CHAPTER 11 RECORDS corpitus.com $6-$25
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gift certificates, banquet facilities & catering!
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Boxes include a varied selection of artisan goods such as:
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8 honey/jam/mustard 8 specialty culinary products 8 sweet confections 8 tea/hot chocolate 8 salt/spices 8 apothecary products
And: 8 Insider’s Guide to the city 8 music link to ‘Top 10 Songs’ 8 small prints by featured artists
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WELLNESS GURU
Your health conscious gal-pals may buy organic food and green cleaning products, but are they smart about their skincare routine? Gift the treat of Jane Iredale cosmetics, made without dyes, fillers, preservatives or synthetic fragrances. Going a step further, try a healing essential oils foot reflexology treatment to bring renewed vigor and vitality and help eliminate illness and pain. Support new mom and daughter company Hip & Chick Organiks for body butters and scrubs. And enlighten with the book “Awaken to Healing Fragrance,” exploring the concept of Western medicine clinics collaborating with aromatherapists to bring a new consciousness of holistic healthcare.
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‘AWAKEN TO HEALING FRAGRANCE: THE POWER OF ESSENTIAL OIL THERAPY’ BY ELIZABETH ANNE JONES
BOTANICAL REFLEXOLOGY SESSION WITH CERTIFIED REFLEXOLOGIST AND ESSENTIAL OIL THERAPIST CHRISTINE NICKELL
ORGANIC BODY BUTTER AND SCRUBS
BOOKSHOP SANTA CRUZ
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HIP & CHICK ORGANIKS
1520 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 423-0900, bookshopsantacruz.com $18.95
740 Front St., Suite 250, Santa Cruz 421-1939, botanicalreflexology.com $60/hr
2544 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 345-7352, hipandchick.com $36 - $52
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WINE LOVER
True wine lovers will appreciate the Wine Club of the Santa Cruz Mountains’ one-time four-bottle shipment of red and white wines produced here. After indulging in these renowned Santa Cruz-grown wines, a Passport to visit scores of local wineries only makes sense. While at Bargetto Winery, read John Bargetto and Geoffrey Dunn’s story about the history of the oldest county winery.
VINTAGE BARGETTO: GETTO: CELEBRATING G A CENTURY OF F CALIFORNIA WINEMAKING BY JOHN BARGETTO TTO AND GEOFFREY EY DUNN BARGETTO WINERY RY TASTING ROOM 3535 Main St., Soquel 475-2258 $19.95
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FIVE-PIECE WINE KIT THE FARM BAKERY RY 6790 Soquel Drive, Aptos tos 684-0266, m thefarmbakerycafe.com $22
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KAITO
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RAMEN & SUSHI TAPAS
Open for Lunch and Dinner Tues - Sun, closed Mon Gift Certificates Available 830 41st Avenue in Pleasure Point Santa Cruz | (831) 464-2586 | smilekaito.com
Sushi. Snacks. Gifts. Grab and Go New Style Sushi Shop with gifts for the Holiday Season
G i f t C a r d s S we a t s h i r t s Sunglasses Hydroasks Shir ts 6-Packs of Blur 519 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz | 831.426.2739 SeabrightBrewery.com | Open Daily: 11:30am - 11:30pm
SUSHI MARKET SPROUTS
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WORLD TRAVELER Everybody loves to travel on occasion, but a true world traveler is constantly on the go. You know the type. They never use the word “vacation.” They think a two-week trip in another country is “just getting started.” And they wouldn’t be caught dead at Disneyland. What do you get the person that is constantly immersed in interesting cities and shops? Think of it more in terms of how to aid in their travels. Travel hats are always good. But so is a custom kayak (for the adventurous traveler), along with a special underwater flashlight (for the really adventurous traveler).
RAPTOR KAYAK SANTA CRUZ KAYAKS 1870 Redwood Drive, Aptos 831-661-0947, santacruzkayaks.com $1,050 and up
FOLDABLE PACKABLE TRAVEL HATS JEDZEBEL 703 Front St., Santa Cruz 429-8004, jedzebel.com $12.99 and up
IKELITE GAMMA LED FLASHLIGHT (LIGHTWEIGHT AND UNDERWATER) ADVENTURE SPORTS UNLIMITED 303 Potrero St. #15, Santa Cruz 458-3648, asudoit.com $120
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Be Luminous Image Oxygen Lift Facial $90 (save $30)
Facials ~ Mirodermabrasion ~ Peels Eyelash Extensions Offers cannot be combined exp. 1.16.16
Skin Care Event –Dec 3rd 5:30pm 1st Certified Green Salon in Santa Cruz County
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YOGI
You can’t do a sun salutation without bumping into a yogi in Santa Cruz—and that’s a good thing. How else do you think this town keeps its collective cool? The thing is, yoga doesn’t require much. Once you have a mat and maybe a couple of blocks, you’re pretty much good to go. No worries though—an entire industry has emerged to supply yogis with stuff to announce their affinity for the practice. On the practical side, a wrist wallet is a great gift for a yogi who likes to practice at the beach.
‘YOGA BIBLE’ BOOKSHOP SANTA CRUZ 1520 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 423-0900, bookshopsantacruz.com $21.99
FITWRIST WRIST WALLET PALACE ART & OFFICE SUPPLY 1407 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz or 1501 41st Ave., Capitola 427-1550, gopalace.com $7.99
ROUGH CRYSTAL OR GEMSTONE PACIFIC AVENUE SIDEWALK VENDOR $1 and up
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Extraordinary Holiday Gifts Beautiful Succulent and Terrarium Creations, Festive Ornaments, Modern Home Decor, Contemporary Pottery, Fountains and Plants for Indoors & Out Deck the Halls with Freshly cut and Living Christmas Trees, Wreaths and Garlands. Locally Grown Poinsettias, Paper whites and Amaryllis. Adorable Ornaments & Great Gifts for Gardeners.
Hidden Gardens Nursery
420 Water Street Santa Cruz 831.466.3444 | Diggardens.com | Open 10-6 everyday
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7765 Soquel Dr., Aptos (across from Safeway) 831.688.7011 | Open 7 days 9-5pm www.aptoshiddengardens.com
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