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Breakfast Lunch and Dinner
for
Tots
Countywide; Toysfortotscentralca.org One toy can offer so much joy to a child somewhere in your neighborhood, and who better to bring it than a member of our local Marine Corps Reserve Detachment 680? The donation process varies by site—many of the South County locations operate through the Salvation Army; Paso Robles Toy Bank serves Paso, San Miguel, and Nacimiento; and the towns without a donation site will direct you to an easy-to-use donation page where you can select the community you want it to reach.
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Feline Network
of the Central Coast
Felinenetwork.org
This all-volunteer organization spays and neuters cats, as well as offering rescue, care, and adoptions services. While being inundated with kittens may not be a terrible thing, kittens need to be inundated with a loving and a caring home. Donations can come in a lump sum, or can be made on a monthly schedule via PayPal.
Why?
Charity
Typhoon relief or general aid groups A charity of your choosing
Why? The mega storm Typhoon Haiyan wreaked havoc in the
Philippines recently, and as the shock lingers, it is just the beginning of recovering. Many organizations are ramping up a wide range of aid efforts, including food, medical care and supplies, construction, and infrastructural repairs. While the list of efforts needed is wide, the list of groups performing them is wider. A few of the high-profile and well-regarded groups are the World Food Programme; AmeriCares; UNICEF; or the Salvation Army. And aid is not just needed in areas after a disaster. Efforts are ongoing around the globe, especially in areas experiencing violent conflicts and crises. These are a few groups doing work day in and day out all year-round (they are also involved in typhoon recovery): Doctors Without Borders, aka Médecins Sans Frontières; Brother’s Brother Foundation; International Rescue Committee. For info on the efficiency and effectiveness of any group, you can do some research at charitynavigator.org.
Women's Shelter Program
of SLO County This donation will be direct, local, and make a serious difference. For the holiday season, they have donation packages designed to go straight into the hands of those they serve, helping them get food, clothes, presents, or back on their feet after fleeing abuse or experiencing a trauma source. $200 Joy Package for mom and three kids $155 Peach Package for mom and two kids $110 Love Package mom and one kid $25 gift certificate to movie theaters, Jamba Juice, Barnes & Noble, Best Buy, and so on for a teen or child in therapy. Glow package. For more information, call 781-6401 x202. Why?
Free Press
Why? In the spirit of a free press: the gift that keeps on giving. A free press is essential to a functioning democracy and toward the goal of a free society. Every year, hundreds of journalists see serious intimidation and harassment, imprisonment, and violence which is sometimes fatal. Committee to Protect Journalists advocates for press freedoms worldwide, and calls out groups and governments that try to infringe on those rights. Or, for that matter, dare I say, donate to WikiLeaks: Cpj.org and wikileaks.org. —Jono Kinkade
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rapid and consistent information throughout the Emergency Planning Zone. The Reverse 911 system could be used as a supplement or backup should these systems be unavailable. Although land-line telephones are automatically included in the system, Voice over IP and cellular telephones need to be registered with the Reverse 911 system. These systems can be used for any local emergency. Following notification of an emergency, it is important to stay tuned to local radio and television stations to receive current information about any actions you may need to take. To register for Reverse 911 or for more information on how you can be kept informed of local emergencies, please visit: www.slocounty.ca.gov/oes or call (805) 781-5011.
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$25
Yarn
Beverly’s Fabric and Crafts, 876 Higuera St., SLO; Yarns at the Adobe, 964 Chorro St., SLO; and Nordic Mart, 1229A Carmel St., SLO $4-$25 per spool/bundle. Why? Grandmas are hard
to generalize, but a lot of them enjoy knitting, crocheting, or quilting. Luckily, SLO is something of a yarn Mecca. The largest selection in town is the two whole aisles of yarn at Beverly’s, but higher quality, local, hand-dyed, and hand-spun yarns are available at Nordic Mart and Yarns at the Adobe.
Wild Card $250 $100 $50
Grandma Yoga
Introduction to
Smiling Dog Yoga, 1227 Archer Street, SLO
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Grand Avenue in Grover Beach or 481-5867
169-$249 Tandem jumps range from $169 (8,000 feet up) to $249 (13,000 feet) Why? At this price range, you want to go big, and it’s harder to go any bigger than
mping out of a plane. It’s not just for the young and reckless, either—I had two separate ndparents try, and love, skydiving in their 60s and 80s, respectively. Admire the utiful Central Coast views once the fear subsides!
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d Card: Kickass Sunbeam heated blanket
ostco, 1540 Froom Ranch Way, SLO or Sunbeam.com
80 at Costco or $115 at Sunbeam.com Why? Old people love to be warm, and this
is the best way. This blanket is kinged, 100 x 90 inches, and has 20 different heat settings. Stay warm during the winter son!
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$30 for 30 days of unlimited yoga Why? I’m a firm believer in aging
gracefully, and yoga is the perfect kind of low-intensity, relaxing exercise that grandmothers can do at their own speed. Smiling Dog offers a wide variety of classes, as well as massage and acupuncture.
Moon Alley
Handmade Candles
Hands Gallery, 777 Higuera St., SLO $71 for large, $40 for small Why? You won’t find a prettier
gift than these colorful, intricate candles handmade in Murphys, CA (Calaveras County). They are made from premium paraffin wax with a zinc core wick, and the exterior design is preserved while the interior wax burns away. Perfect for beautifying a room and/or providing heat!
Sky Dive
Pismo Beach!
West Grand Avenue in Grover Beach or 481-5867
$169-$249 Tandem jumps range from $169 (8,000 feet up) to $249 (13,000 feet) Why? At this price range, you want to go big, and it’s harder to go any bigger than jumping out of a plane. It’s not just for the young and reckless, either—I had two separate grandparents try, and love, skydiving in their 60s and 80s, respectively. Admire the beautiful Central Coast views once the fear subsides!
Kickass Sunbeam
Heated Blanket
Costco, 1540 Froom Ranch Way, SLO or Sunbeam.com $80 at Costco or $115 at Sunbeam.com. Why? Old people love to be warm, and this
is the best way. This blanket is king-sized, 100 x 90 inches, and has 20 different heat settings. Stay warm during the winter season! —Rhys Heyden
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Bambu Batu, 1023 Broad St., SLO $21.95
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Why When you’re a grandpa you’ll think this is funny.
BEANIES
STARTING AT $17.99
956 Higuera St. SLO 805.541.2900
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est. 1974
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Hand Carved 18K Yellow Gold Emerald Ring $2,398
White Gold Stud Earrings available in London Blue Topaz, Garnet, Citrine, or Amethyst $178
Custom 14K Yellow Gold Sapphire Ring $698
1114 & 1118 Garden Street, Downtown San Luis Obispo 805.543.8186 · www.GardenStreetGoldsmiths.com
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@HGBOUTIQUE
Grandpa Driving Cap
Patrick James, 641 Higuera St., SLO $29.40 Barbour Corduroy Driving Cap. Why? So your grandpa can drive, or be
driven, in style.
1-2-3
Shave Kit
Jules D, 1129 Garden St., SLO
$70 Baxter of California Shave 1-2-3 Kit Why? With this kit your grandpa can shave old-school style, aerosol free.
Sailing
Lessons
Central Coast Sailing Charters, Harford Pier, Avila Beach
$198 Sailing Lessons Gift Voucher. Why? You’re never too old to sail.
Think about it, have you ever seen a young sea captain?
Local
History
Morro Coast Audubon Society, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay $15 The Peregrine Falcons of Morro Rock: A 40-Year History 1967-2007 by Steve Schubert Why? If your grandpa likes history or the outdoors, he’ll appreciate this. —Trever Dias
Cold Feet? Cozy boots & slippers for the whole family!
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Succulent
$50
$25
Earrings
Turn to Nature, 786 Higuera St., SLO $19.95 Leaf earrings Why? Classy jewelry
for the mom who likes bling that says something about her personality—in this case, expressing her love of nature.
planter
GROW, 2024 Main St., Cambria (pot), $5 (plant). Pot by Michael Cone and Escheveria Perle Von Nurnberg Why? What Californian doesn’t love a good succulent? And a succulent in a beautiful pot is that much better. $47—$42
Suspended Motion
gift card
Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, 800 S. College Drive, Santa Maria
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Sexy
Hep Kat dress
$250
$95 unlimited aerial silk or mix and match with a $25 hour-long private lesson and $70 for monthly aerial silk classes. Why? For all those times Mom drove you to camps and classes so you could pursue your interests and fulfill your wildest, weirdest dreams.
Wild Card
$100
Mom
Hep Kat Clothing, 778 Marsh St., SLO $169 (red dress), $179 (leopard print dress) Why? A lot of moms don’t
get many opportunities to dress up and do something elegant and fun, but with these figure-flattering styles (and a lot more at the store), she’ll find an opportunity to go out.
LUCI
The Mountain Air, 667 Marsh St., SLO $14.95 LUCI light Why? Moms have to
Light
wear many hats, and this is a solar-powered, inflatable light that’s functional when camping but aesthetically pleasing on a hot springs date night. —Ashley Schwellenbach
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Toys • Books • Music
Mon-Sat 9-5, Sun 10-5 3979 S. Higuera Street, SLO Next to Trader Joe’s! www.WhizKidsSLO.com · 547-1733 www.newtimesslo.com • December 12 - December 19, 2013 • New Times • 31
$24 All Day Climb Gift Certificate for Two. Why? So your aunt and a guest can try their hands at rock climbing.
Wild Card $250 $100 $50
Aunt Bambu Batu, 1023 Broad St., SLO $49.95 Mango Wood Spiral Vase. Why? Made from sustainably harvested
mango wood, for the eco-conscious aunt.
Baking
Class
House of Bread, 299 Marsh St., SLO Bread Baking Class. Why? If your aunt likes to bake, this is a good one. $63
Library Vertical of
Esprit de Beaucastel
Gift Pack
Tablas Creek Vineyard, 9339 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles Library Vertical of Esprit de Beaucastel Gift Pack (3 bottles). Why? Buy this for your aunt and hopefully she’ll share a glass with you. $170
Iron Rose
Mirror
Habitat Home and Garden, 777 Marsh St., SLO $195 Iron Rose Mirror. Why? So your aunt can
reflect in style.
SLO Brew
Swag
SLO Brewing Company, 1119 Garden St., SLO $1.50-$25 Why? Uncle
Bob will be looking cool in his SLO Brew T-shirt ($20), sweet trucker hat ($20), or popping open a cold one with a guitar-shaped SLO Brew key fob ($1.50)!
Uncle
Spiral Vase
Bread
$25
Crux Climbing Center, 1160 Laurel Lane, SLO
—Trever Dias
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Wild Card $250 $100 $50
$25
Rock Climbing
Sexy Time
Spearmint Rhino Gentlemen’s Club, 505 South Broadway, Santa Maria $50 Sexy time explosion for Uncle Bob! Why? Remind Uncle Bob of his special
purpose with this stack of 50 one-dollar bills, and clip a free admission coupon out of New Times!
Smokin'
Cigars
Sanctuary Tobacco Shop, 1111 Chorro St., SLO $100 Smokin’ cigars like Why? A box of cigars, a
a badass! cutter, a humidor, and a lighter and Uncle Bob will be ready to smoke like the big boss!
Shootin' Shit
Range Master, 11 Higuera St., SLO $250 Shootin’ shit with Uncle Bob and four of his buddies! Why? Group rates for after hours are $45 per person, five-person
minimum, so expect to pay $225 plus tax for Uncle Bob and four pals. Includes guns, ammo—the whole shebang. Uncle Bob and his buddies will be grinning from ear to ear.
David Settino Scott Nude Contact Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com
An original David Settino Scott nude! Contact Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com and he’ll put you in touch with David for a private viewing in his San Miguel art studio. Why? Nothing says “Man Cave” like the fertile beauty of a naked pregnant woman, which would complete any Dude Den. The small one is $2,900, the medium $3,400, or bring home the large one for a cool $9,000. Uncle Bob will put you in his will for this one! —Glen Starkey
$50
The Sock Drawer, 852 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, sockdrawer.com $20 (get two pairs at $10 each). Why? Socks could make your
cousin’s day, cradling her feet and making her smile when passersby double-take at the goldfish eating her leg!
Cousin
Cut N' Paste
Drinks
(neutral brandy, $35; botanical brandy, $38; cucumber brandy, $24). Why? Don’t let the “brandy” term fool you. It’s a technical way to label vodka and gin. Drinks from this Paso distillery are on you this season; she can choose to share the goods all at once or slowly sip throughout the year. $97
$50 Jeff Claassen print. Why? This is a solid piece
of art, literally, as it’s mounted on pine and coated with resin. Local artist Jeff Claassen’s work will set her condo apart from the poster-pinning variety.
Charm Bracelet
Bag
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Ambiance, 737 Higuera St., SLO,
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$223.90 ($198 (bag), $25.90 (two boxes of brown butter sea salt cookies made in Cayucos). Why? It’s hand-dyed leather, and it’s got lots of character without being over the top. It’s perfect for walking around town. Plus, the cookies are delicious.
Lisa Leonard Designs,
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Socks
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Tux and Tulle, etsy.com/shop/ tuxandtulle $28 (but she’s having a $17 sale as of this writing). Why? This isn’t some “kids bought dad an obligatory gift with little to no thought” deal. These ties are seriously stylish— perfect for a handsome husband.
$50
$25
Necktie
Bourbon
Breaker
Whisky 750
Ascendant Spirits, ascendantspirits.com $39.99 Why? Aromas
of vanilla and oak. Hidden notes of baked apple. Blended from only eight barrels, aged for at least five years. ’Nuff said.
Home Brewing Equipment
$100 gift card should cover the basic equipment. Why? Making beer—or even mead—is a challenge
worthy of your man. Get him started with the goods he needs (but be prepared for him to want to spend more later).
Turntable
Gift Bundle
Boo Boo Records, 978 Monterey St., SLO $225 Why?
Because vinyl sounds awesome.
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$250
Wild Card
$100
Husband
Network Lamp
Bewley’s Rerun Productions, rerunproductions. com
$175 wholesale (round it out with books: Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities: My Notebooks, Collections, and Other Obsessions ($30) and J.J. Abrams’ and Doug Dorst’s S. ($17.50)). Why? It’s functional, it’s art, it’s got a tech vibe—your husband is a little geeky, right?—and it will help him read at night, which makes him smarter. —Ryan Miller
$25
Crocheted
Rasta Bikini
The Sub, 295 Higuera St. San Luis Obispo $24.99 Why? Because
let’s face it, if you’ve got a rockin’ body and a devotion to Jah, you want to share both with the world. Plus, it’s crocheted, so it will keep her warm throughout the harsh California winter.
Wild Card $250 $100 $50
El Camino Art Association at Art Space The Last Harrah for our Gallery
Dec. 14, 2013 · 1-5pm
1200 E. Grand, Arroyo Grande (Enter on Brisco)
Oak Park Barber Shop 140 Years Comb Experien ined ce
Meet the artist, buy your gifts or just come & visit!
Music by Brent Dannels, Painting, Sculpture, Jewelry, Wearable Art, Glassworks, & more!
for more information contact: Franczeska Angel (805) 489-4035 or visit www.elcaminoartassoc.com
Wife Mini facial at
OPEN HOUSE
Salon Lux
1040 Court St., San Luis Obispo $45 for 30 min. Why? Because
A LOT of new energy and pleasure can be derived from 30 minutes of intense bodywork. Call it a quickie for the face.
An action figure
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on what you order. Take your mother-in-law out for a little pre-dinner wine and cheese, or after-dinner wine and chocolate. Or buy her favorite bottle of wine.
Dinner
Palazzo Giuseppe, 1010 Court St., SLO $ Depends Why?
on what you order. Go ahead and splurge. Leave the kids with a babysitter and take your mother-in-law out for a nice dinner, dessert, and a few cocktails.
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Hands Gallery, 777 Higuera St., SLO $104
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Why?
Bling
Alexander-Denny Jewelry Studio, 4090 Burton Drive, Cambria
(depends on the piece). It may be too late to have your own design custom made, but every mother-in-law deserves a thank you, and AlexanderDenny Jewelry Studio has a beautiful assortment of jewelry on hand. —Lareina Gamboa
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Sciabaca’s
Olive Oil (large)
We Olive, 958 Higuera St., SLO $23.95 Why? It
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Father-in-law
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Flip flops
Flip Flop Shop, 858 Higuera St., SLO $48 Reef-leather Smoothy, $33 Why? Flip flops are a way of life
Sanuk Beer Cozy in California, and being able to head to the beach in a new pair of comfortable sandals might be the balm your father-in-law requires to get over that whole “no white Christmas” deal.
The Game of
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Solitaire
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doesn’t love a present that reminds them of their childhood? And with hand-blown marbles, this is a mature take on the childhood obsession.
Wine Barrel Ring Atom Globe
Hanging Chandelier
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Short stories by Stephen King, Aimee Bender, Neil Gaiman, George Saunders, etc. performed by Anjelica Huston, Jefferson Mays, Christina Pickles, etc. It’s This American Life’s cool cousin who wears a leather jacket and rides a motorcycle. —Ashley Schwellenbach
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Craft beer
Target, 11990 Los Osos Valley Road, SLO $49.99 Why? What
better way to hang with sis than sipping a few craft beers? Hey, as long as she keeps her fridge stocked, she’ll also have the glassware covered after you gift her the Libby Craft Brew 25-piece Glassware Set. They’re lead-free and dishwasher-safe!
armoire
Wall-mounted dual photo display and jewelry
Cost-Plus World Market, 325 Madonna Road, SLO $99.99 Why? Pull
double duty by getting her something that will remind her she has a thoughtful and good-looking sibling, but that also serves a function, in this case storing all of her tangled, smudged-up jewelry.
Haier 12,000 BTU portable
air conditioner
Sears, 273 Madonna Road, SLO $249.99 Why? Springtime
heat is just around the corner. Well, here’s a useful item most people won’t consider buying for themselves if their home or apartment doesn’t already have one! It’s energy efficient, multifunctional (cooling and dehumidifying), and best for those small, stuffy apartments on a hot afternoon, the Haier 12,000 BTU portable air conditioner gets good ratings from Consumer Reports.
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For the sister with a sense of humor, perhaps your sister with the boyfriend or husband you like to see sweat, give her and you a good laugh with a fake pregnancy test. The look on the bastard’s face will be worth twice the price! —Matt Fountain
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Floral Hat
RadLife, 940 Chorro St., SLO $35.00 Why? For
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Aura snow boots
by Vans
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up for his big trip to the mountains. —Tally Meyers
HD 16 GB
Barnes & Noble, 894 Marsh St., SLO $149.00 Why? For
your brother of any age, gift him with a high-resolution reading tablet.
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airplantshop.com, or AirPlantShopCom on Etsy $2-$5 per person. Order a collection of 9 ionanthas for $19.95, 6 wild tillansias for $22.95, or a set of three air plants in seashell planters for $12.95. The site also offers special deals for orders of 25 plants or more. Why? Air plants are strange and gorgeous, needing no soil to survive (they live on moisture in the air!) and can be arranged in adorable terrariums or hanging orbs. Give a personalized gift on the cheap by using stuff found in nature (rock, shells) and around the house (boxes, glass bowls, etc.) to create a unique environment for each plant.
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Palm Theatre
discount card or gift certificate
Palm Theatre, 817 Palm St., SLO $7-$8 per person. One gift card buys six admissions for $42 , or purchase a gift certificate. Why?
Everyone loves the Palm! Duh!
Give the gift of
live theater
at PCPA
Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, 800 S. College Dr., Santa Maria $ Price per person varies. PCPA gift certificates can be purchased in any amount, OR you can book a group package for an upcoming show (at a discounted rate; $12-$30 per person) for 12 people or more. Why? Live theater is exciting and unpredictable, and it’s even better when shared with friends. Plus, PCPA’s current season offers something for everyone, from Hamlet to Oklahoma.
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Avila Hot Springs
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Avila Hot Springs, 250 Avila Beach Drive, Avila Beach
$6-$10 per person, or inquire about private or group rates. Why? A trip to the Avila Hot Springs is something everyone
craves, but rarely wants to purchase for themselves—especially during the busy holiday season. Give this group experience and provide a guiltfree day of relaxation. —Anna Weltner
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Santa Margarita Ranch
Zip lining at the
Margarita Adventures, 22719 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita
$ A gift certificate for $200 is enough for two adults to take a zip line tour at the Santa Margarita Ranch, or for a family to enjoy a discount on an adventure of their choice (call 438-3120 to order over the phone.) If you’re feeling really generous, group rates for the zip line tour are $89 per person, for groups of 8 to 200. Make a reservation at margarita-adventures.com. Why? Zip lining is an awesome, unforgettable adventure that will bring families, friends, or coworkers together. Plus, it’s vegan. And fat-free. And locally made!