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Gift Guide: Gift ideas for teachers

By Ashley Miller For The Northern Virginia Daily

Most teachers will admit that they have plenty of mugs that say “Best teacher ever� or “you’re the best� sitting in the cupboards at home or on their desks in the classroom. Teachers do so much for your children, that they almost feel like family. Make their holiday feel special with a gift straight from the heart.

One thing you may not know, most teachers buy their materials. Stock up on your teachers' musthaves during the back-to-school shopping season and fill a basket or two to get her through the spring semester. Toss in a few gift cards to her favorite stores like Target or Walmart for an extra A+.

Kimberly’s, 135 N Braddock St. in Winchester, lets your kid's teacher show off her school pride with the popular Catstudio glasses. These geography-inspired products feature original artwork, craftsmanship, a love of travel with a twist of humor and nostalgia.

Catstudio cups allow teachers to show pride for their own alma mater or home state. $16.

Nothing says thank you like volunteering. Teachers who have classroom support typically do their jobs better, and parents who participate in the classroom are better equipped to support their child’s school and homework. Even if your schedule is tight, squeeze in some time to volunteer in your children’s classroom. It can make all the difference in both their worlds.

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Gift Guide: A present for your Dad

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He gave you the roof over your head, food on the table and unconditional love. But how are you supposed to repay him at Christmas when he says he doesn’t need or want anything?

From cashmere scarves to a round of golf with his buddies or new hunting gear, Dad is sure to love what’s under the tree this year.

Stokes General Store, 533 E Main St. in Front Royal, is a paradise for Dad gifts. From hunting boots and vests to pocket knives and socks, Dad is certainly going to feel the festive holiday love with new hunting gear.

McKee’s, 103 W. Piccadilly St. in Winchester, has Dad covered, literally. From Jack Black skin scarves to scarves that create the perfect layering look, to favorite brands that include Southern Tide, Collard Greens and High Cotton, there’s something for every type of man.

Golf is Dad’s excuse to get out of the house. Shenandoah Valley Golf Course, 134 Golf Club Circle in Front Royal, offers a wide variety of golfing membership options, perfect for the golf enthusiast.

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Gift Guide: Give the gift of membership

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With 365 days of learning throughout the calendar year, the gift of membership to any local museum should be at the top of everyone’s Christmas wish list.

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Gift Guide: Suggestions for readers on your holiday list

By Ashley Miller For The Northern Virginia Daily

Buying a book for a book lover can sometimes be risky business.

But for a friend who’s never short on book recommendations or without a book or two on hand, they’ll certainly appreciate anything literary-themed.

For the comic book collector, Page Masters Books & Carl’s Comics, 904 John Marshall Highway in Front Royal, offers one of the largest collections in the Northern Shenandoah Valley. Batman, Superman, the Avengers and Daredevil are just a few of the characters that can be found on the book shelves. Page Masters also offers a great selection of second-hand books for all ages.

What began in 1977 as a library support group has grown into the Friends of the Handley Regional Library. Gift your friend a membership that not only supports the Handley Regional Library and assists its staff, but encourages reading and the use of the library.

Winchester Book Gallery, 7 N Loudoun St. in Winchester, is known for its holiday catalog, perfect for all ages. The guide consists of the top fiction, nonfiction, history and entertainment.

Countless suggestions for young readers are also included to make a happy winter break full of reading and hot cocoa.

The Strasburg Emporium, 160 N Massanutten St. in Strasburg offers the largest and most diverse selection of any antique malls in the Northern Shenandoah Valley, books included. From oneof-a kind to books out of print, over 60 dealers and 52,000 square feet offer a paradise for book lovers.

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Gift Guide: Lastminute gift ideas

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When the eleventh hour strikes and that shopping list just seems endless, don't let that overwhelming feeling set it. Here are some lastminute suggestions those on your list will think they were planned all along.

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Gift Guide: Shopping for the woman in your life

By Ashley Miller For The Northern Virginia Daily

There’s no need for stress when shopping for your favorite lady on your holiday gift list. Every woman in your life deserves a little something extra. Grab one of these unique finds, and she’s sure to be impressed.

Kimberly’s, 135 N Braddock St. in Winchester, offers a grand selection of gifts that include bathrobes, throws and lotion. This year’s top pick is a custom Thymes Lavender Gift set, perfect for creating a home-like spa atmosphere.

Jeans Jewelry, 407 E. Main St. in Front Royal, has everything that sparkles and more. From diamond rings to bracelets, to earrings and necklaces, diamonds for Christmas set the stage for the perfect holiday presentation.

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How to time holiday shopping right The holiday season begins at the end of November and stretches into the first week of January. But this five-week stretch may not necessarily be the best time for everyone to shop.

Harvard Business Review says that the retail industry has been turned on its head in recent years, and shoppers and retailers may want to rethink their approaches to the holiday shopping season.

Consumers are no longer interested in retailers dictating their shopping schedules, and some people have grown accustomed to buying products when they want them — especially when price is of no concern.

cent started shopping for the holidays in the summer.

So when should consumers do their holiday shopping? It all depends on what fits a person’s individual needs.

Shop sales, not schedules. If budget is a big concern, shoppers should grab items that are on sale whenever they are available. That can mean shopping at any time of the year. People can try making a master shopping list early in the year and saving it on their mobile phones.

While shopping throughout the year, items from the list can be purchased and stored until the holidays.

Shop your strengths. Those who get a thrill from tackling Even budget-conscious their entire shopping list in shoppers have changed their one haul can still do that. habits, says the shopping ad- Shopping in this manner can visor RetailNext. Many holi- help shoppers focus on the day shoppers are delaying task at hand and reduce the their shopping until January likelihood of wasting time. to take advantage of postBut keep in mind that, acseason sales. cording to a survey conducted by Business Wire, 65 Holiday shopping need not percent of holiday shoppers wait until after the holiday season, either. A 2017 Retail- scramble to complete their purchases in the last two MeNot survey found that 45 weeks before Christmas, so percent of U.S. consumers shoppers who delay may be said they planned to start stuck in long lines at the shopping before November mall.

1. One-quarter of the survey Embrace in-store pickup. respondents said they Many retailers are merging planned to start shopping their online and brick-andbefore October, and 12 per-

mortar operations. Shoppers have the convenience of price-comparison and online shopping, with the physical enjoyment of going out to the store to complete their purchases. In-store pickup often

enables shoppers to avoid hefty shipping fees, as instore pickup is free. Plus, scoping out items online — and ensuring they’re in stock — saves the hassle of making a trip in vain.

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How to build a holiday giving budget Spending time with loved ones and reflecting on all of the blessings the previous year has bestowed is a great way to celebrate the holiday season. But giving, entertaining and traveling are part of the season as well, and that can leave many people wondering how to finance their holiday season.

Many people admit to spending more than they initially intended to spend during the holiday season, leaving them with sizable bills to pay come January. This trend is dubbed the “holiday hangover,” and MagnifyMoney found that Americans racked up an average of $1,054 of debt during the 2017 holiday season, a 5 percent increase over 2016.

Recent data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York says consumer credit card debt stands at $808 billion. A portion of that ongoing debt is accumulated during the holidays — but it doesn’t have to be. By establishing a budget and a plan to pay down their debt, consumers can gift without grief.

The first step to establishing a holiday shopping budget is to make a list of all the people with whom you intend to exchange gifts. Jot down charitable gifts and entertaining/social expenses as well. With paper in hand, it can be easier to visualize just how many people are on the gift list, making it easier to allot a certain amount to each person. Friends and coworkers may receive less than family members.

Next think about a total dollar amount to earmark for the holidays. This amount is something that you should be able to comfortably pay off in full at the end of the holiday season — no more than a month or two after New Year’s Day. Do not feel obligated to purchase more than one gift for each person on your list. Parents who want to have a few extra items under the tree for their children or who have to finance

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5 reasons it’s smart to use credit when holiday shopping The average American shopper will spend around $975 on holiday gifts, according to past spending trends and estimates from the American Research Group and the National Retail Federation. Although shoppers have various payment options at their disposal, the use of credit cards remains a popular and financially savvy way to handle purchases, alreplaced. Plus, financial institutions have security protocols beit when done correctly. in place to freeze accounts and erase purchases that were 1. BUILD YOUR CREDIT HISTORY. made under fraudulent scenarios.

Creditors look at how individuals use credit cards when determining credit scores. One of the biggest components of a credit scoring model is payment history, or the pattern of using credit and paying it back on time. Making repeated purchases on credit cards and then paying the bill when it is due can result in a spike in credit score and help consumers build a healthy credit history. The key is to make payments in full and on time.

3. TRACK YOUR PURCHASES. Credit card companies track all purchases and will itemize shopping excursions on cardholders’ statements. This can make it much easier to keep track of your spending. In addition, some stores do not require receipts for purchases made with credit cards.

4. EARN REWARD POINTS WHILE SPENDING.

2. CREDIT IS SAFER THAN CARRYING CASH.

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Get to know favorite wines for giving A glass of wine makes a nice accompaniment to a meal or something to enjoy and sip while conversing with friends in social situations. Many people have a favorite style of wine, and some even have a favorite vineyard. In addition, the popularity of wine makes it a versatile gift for the holidays or something to bring along to a holiday party as a hostess present.

Novice wine enthusiasts may be interested in learning more about wine so they can choose their wine selections for gifting and enjoyment more readily. According to the experts at Wine Enthusiast, learning to taste wine and differentiate between flavors is similar to appreciating art or music. Understanding the varietals can simplify the process of selecting wines.

wine make it a great option for those who need an introduction to red wine. This wine is lower in tannins than Cabernet Sauvignon, and it tends to have a more fruity flavor profile as well.

• CABERNET FRANC: This is a light- to middle-weight wine that features a high acid content and savory flavors.

• MALBEC AND CARMÉNÈRE: Similar to Merlot, these grapes originated in France but then made their way to other regions of the world. Malbec is most popular in Argentina, while Carménère is grown in Chile.

• ZINFANDEL: Although mostly associated with the rosé wine White Zinfandel, Zinfandel is actually a medium-bodied red wine that originated in Croatia.

• CABERNET SAUVIGNON: This is a full-bodied red

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Chianti, which comes from the Chianti region in Tuscany, is made exclusively with Sangiovese grapes, or at least 80 percent of them and other blends.

• CHARDONNAY: This is a medium- to full-bodied dry white wine. The Chardonnay grape is a white grape from the Burgundy region of France.

• SAUVIGNON BLANC: Citrus-driven and often lightbodied, Sauvignon Blanc is another dry white grape planted widely in France. It also is a parent grape to Cabernet Sauvignon.

• PINOT GRIS/PINOT GRIGIO: Pinot Grigio is a zesty, dry white wine that is particularly associated with Italy even though it originated in France, where it is thought to be a mutation of the Pinot Noir grape. Pinot Grigio skins are not green like other white grapes, but have a gray hue, hence the name. wines, such as Moscato or Gewürztraminer.

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Technological gifts for students Gifting students with tech is a surefire way to help them with their educations. In a 2013 Harris Interactive poll, 86 percent of teachers thought it was important or absolutely essential to use edtech in the classroom. In addition, 96 percent of teachers felt edtech increased student engagement in learning.

Today’s students are more tech-savvy than ever before, so hot gadgets figure to be coveted items this holiday season. Here’s what to add to holiday shopping lists.

E-READER: Digital ereaders enable students to carry an entire library of books in one small device.

Full backpacks or small dorm rooms bogged down by piles of books are a thing of the past. E-readers have highlighting and notetaking features that can facilitate learning.

well-documented. Innovative LED bulbs and technology can simulate various times of day and even be used for mood lighting. Instead of waking up to a blaring alarm buzzer, students afraid of sleeping in can set special lighted clocks to gradually brighten, simulating the rising of the sun.

STREAMING MEDIA PLAYERS: Devices like Roku, Amazon Fire stick and Apple TV can broaden media horizons. These players are paired with viewing apps (some free; others requiring subscriptions) that can do everything from stream TV, movies and music, and offer connectivity to the internet.

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And all through the house there arose such a

5th Annual Feed a Friend in Need All Pets wants our fur-friends at local Shelters to have a joyful holiday season. For the fifth year in a row we will be receiving pet food donations from November 1 – December 14, 2018.

All pet food received will be matched pound per pound by All Pets Cremation Center. Since we began this campaign, we have donated over 20,446 pounds of pet food to our local shelters and rescues.

To help support our shelters and feed our furfriends this holiday season, please drop off your pet food Monday – Friday 9AM – 5PM and Saturday 9AM – 1PM.

Did you know that the holiday season between Thanksgiving and Christmas is the single most wasteful period in the U.S.? Each year, we generate 25 percent more trash in this country during this time, about one million extra tons. Here are some tips for clearing out the holiday clutter in an environmentally thoughtful way.

Refresh Ornaments by swapping with friends or neighbors or visiting a thrift store.

Donate Cards. Find out more at stjudesranch.org. The 2.6 million sold each year would fill a football field 10 stories high.

Consider replacing old light strings with LED lights. LEDs use 90% less energy. Recycle your old lights and cords at eCycle.

Recycle gift bags, shopping bags, boxes, tins, wrapping paper in good condition, and fancy ribbon. If every U.S. family recycled just two feet of holiday ribbon, the resulting 38,000 miles of ribbon would tie a bow around the earth! Recycle wrapping paper and tissue paper free of excess tape at any convenience site.

Recycle your cut tree at one of the county’s citizens’ convenience sites Dec. 27 - Jan. 31. All sites accept trees free of decorations, tinsel, and wire except Greenwood. Organic waste is ground into mulch and re-used!

Recycle your used cooking oil. Visit the landfill’s citizens’ center to recycle used vegetable oil. (5-gal.max) Avoid the temptation to overcook. Reduce food waste. Send leftovers home with guests.

Compost food scraps from holiday dinners. (Leave out meats and dairy products.) Also, compost your holiday greenery. Reward your garden and flower bed in the spring with homegrown humus.

Don’t trash your treasures. Remember local charitable organizations when cleaning out closets to make room for new gifts. Make sure donations are in very good condition. Save-a-Sole recycles shoes, luggage, backpacks, etc. in any condition! ReThreads recycles gently used clothing, linens, drapes, fabric & stuffed animals. Visit your neighborhood convenience site. SAS collection boxes can also be found at the Workingman’s Store/Total Image and the Frederick County Animal Shelter.

Shipping a gift? Reuse packing peanuts or try unbuttered popcorn.

Carry reusable totes when shopping.

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Holiday gift ideas for avid gamers Video games have a strong and enduring fan base. Since their inception in the early 1970s, video games have been a popular component of personal recreation and culture.

The Entertainment Software Association’s annual report says 65 percent of homes in the United States own a gaming device, while 48 percent own “a dedicated game console.” The report also indicates consumers spent $25.5 billion on gaming in 2015, with $16.5 billion on gaming content alone.

Although video games originated as arcade entertainment and one- or twoplayer games that were enjoyed exclusively in one’s home, they’ve expanded to be technical wonders that can connect gamers with other fans from all around the globe. Today’s multiplayer online games feature participants from all walks of life who connect via their gaming consoles, computers, tablets, and smartphones.

The holiday season is a prime time to outfit gamers with new gear. When shopping for gifts for gamers, keep these suggestions in mind.

console options than ever before.

Shoppers can choose between the ultra-portable Nintendo Switch; the Xbox One X, which boasts 4K capability; and the PS4. For those who don’t know where to start, a console upgrade can be the way to go.

CONTROLLER CHARGER: Video game controller chargers and docks can give renewed power to controllers.

Thanks to a charger, controllers will always be powered up and at the ready when it’s time for hard core play.

game systems enable classic game enthusiasts to plug in their old cartridges and output them to the TV over HDMI.

WIRELESS CONTROLLERS: If the console didn’t come with a wireless

CONTENT GIFT CARD: Gift-givers controller, it’s time to upgrade. Wireless can offer gift cards to favorite video game stores and online gaming content, including Steam. Steam is a digital distributor platform for PC gaming that also features social networking services.

GAMING HEADSETS: The right headset can immerse gamers more fully in the sounds and actions of their favorite games. An attached microphone enables gamers to keep in contact with multiplayers.

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GAMING KEYBOARDS: A gaming keyboard puts those who do the bulk of their gaming on PCs or streaming computer displays over TV in greater control.

SOUND BAR: Turn that action into impressive sound with a sound bar hooked up to the television. Built-in bass or a separate subwoofer can amplify the tone even further.

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HOT TOY LIST for 2018 Did you grab your L.O.L. Surprise dolls last year? What about Hatchimals the year before? Each year, a new crop of must-have toys surfaces. Smart shoppers who do their research and prepare in advance of the holidays can grab these coveted gifts.

Each year, industry experts weigh in on which toys are sure to be hits with children and adults. This data can help shoppers become more informed consumers and may help prevent the last-minute rush when coveted gifts are already sold out and new stock is nowhere in sight. The following are some gifts children may want to see wrapped and waiting under the tree this year.

POMSIES BY SKYROCKET These are fashionable plush pets for children to nurture.

They’re adorable and designed to travel with children in a backpack or wrapped around kids’ wrists. The kitties can be played with in a one-on-one setting and also have a mode for social play.

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quencing skills by connecting segments of a cute caterpillar.

This is a life-like baby doll that features many of the same surprises that come with a real live infant. Realistic facial expressions and responses, as well as interactive accessories, can make this a true-to-life experience for young girls or boys.

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BLIND BAG TOYS Children seemingly can’t get enough of collectible playthings that focus on the act of unboxing. The Toy Association says sales for collectible playthings grew by 14 percent globally in 2017. The act of removing a surprise from packaging is just as exciting as the toy itself. Expect to find many more of these types of collectibles this year.

MECARD This is a battle-action game from Mattel based on the Korean animated series “Turning Mecard.” Mecards are cars that transform into hero or villain action figures when they drive over a power-charged card.

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Children who are into social media karaoke apps can transform themselves into pop stars. They can sing along to their favorite tunes as a solo artist or with friends in a group. This device works in conjunction with the StarMaker singing app available for iOs and Android.

SLIMY SQUISHY TOYS These types of toys were a big hit in 2017 and stand to remain big sellers this year. Make-your-own and premade versions of slime and squishy products are sure to be filling up the shelves of neighborhood stores. WeCool’s Squishy Like Slime is one option to keep an eye on.

K’NEX BUILDING SETS These sets from K’NEX marry tangible building with interactive play. Once kids build the sets, which can include roller coasters and more, they can take them on a virtual reality ride.

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Gift ideas for fitness fans The fitness industry is booming and attracting new devotees every day. Research from the International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association says 2017 was a strong year for the health and fitness industry, and several health clubs have built on that success in 2018.

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included a surge in boutique fitness regimens. While major clubs offer classes, separate boutique clubs also are thriving. Clubs focusing on ballet barre, Cross-Fit® and Orangetheory® are just some examples of the booming boutique fitness industry.

Holiday shoppers with fitness fans on their list can look to their loved ones’

love of physical activity when seeking inspiration for holiday gifts. Purchasing gifts for someone with a specific hobby or interest can often be daunting because enthusiasts may have firm ideas of what they like and want to use. While the same can be said for athletes and people who live active lifestyles, there are plenty of gifts that will appeal to those who embrace fitness as part of their lifestyle.

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Black Friday Event. blender tube is actually the REVERSIBLE YOGA MAT: Active yogis know just receptacle that can be carhow much a stretch session can work up a sweat. Throw in an hour of hot yoga, and perspiration will certainly be flowing. Everyone recognizes Lululemon for their comfortable workout attire, but the company also has a reversible yoga mat that wicks away moisture during yoga sessions. When gifting yoga mats, throw in a yoga mat carrier as well.

FITNESS TRACKER: Active people often like to track their progress during a workout or to see just how much they’ve been moving during the day. Fitness trackers are ideal for this. Different brands come at various price points to make giving easier on the budget.

PERSONAL BLENDER: Diet plays a big role in fitness, and many fitness enthusiasts enjoy protein shakes and smoothies as part of their daily regimen. A personal blender makes enough for a single bottle at a time.

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SUSPENSION TRAINING KIT: Many workouts are based on counterbalancing body weight to drive up resistance. Suspension training, like the workouts from TRX, utilize a network of straps so athletes can put their body weight to use in a variety of exercises. A portable kit can be set up wherever it’s needed.

DUMBBELL SET: Weight training can boost metabolism and strengthen bones and muscles. When athletes can’t make it to the gym, a home set of dumbbells can ensure they still get their strength-training sessions in.

WORKOUT BAG: A durable duffel bag that can tote a change of clothes, towel, equipment, and more to and from workouts is a gift any fitness enthusiast can enjoy.

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Stay safe this holiday season The holiday season is an exciting time of year, and it is easy to get swept up in the decorations, crowds and social engagements. Despite the joviality and revelry of the holiday season, there is also the potential to become a target of theft. Allstate Insurance says break-ins, package theft, online hacking, and pick-pocketing incidences increase around this time of year. As a result, it’s imperative that celebrants exercise caution come the holiday season.

STOP THE “PORCH PIRATES” Shoppers are not the only ones eagerly awaiting the arrival of packages come the holiday season. Thieves are ready and waiting to snatch up items once they are delivered. Dubbed “porch pirates,” these criminals take packages off of porches when the delivery services leave them behind. According to a study by Blink, a video security company, residents of rural areas have a higher chance of being victimized by these crimes, which can occur anywhere. A 2016 survey from InsuranceQuotes.com found that roughly one in 10 adults has had a package stolen

from his or her home before they were able to open it.

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To avoid such crimes, consider having packages sent to a business location where there are more people around to receive them or to a neighbor who is home all day. Other suggestions include requiring a signature through the shipping service upon deliver or requesting the package be dropped off in a concealed area.

Because digital theft and identity theft spike this time of year, be sure to crossreference purchases made against banking and credit card statements frequently. Alert banking institutions to any fraudulent purchases immediately so you will not be responsible. Then have new cards issued and prior accounts closed. Shop from secured sites, and only use secure WiFi connections.

BE ALERT OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS

KEEP GIFTS AND While shopping in busy malls and other PURCHASES OUT OF SIGHT stores, keep track of the people close to you. Consider keeping credit cards and cash in an inside pocket rather than a back pocket or in a purse, which is more easily snatched. Exercise caution at ATM machines, guarding PIN codes and retrieving and storing withdrawn funds quickly. When checking out at the store, ensure that your card never leaves your hand. Many retailers now have chip-imbedded card readers that enable customers to complete transactions without handing over their cards.

Do not leave bags in the back seat of a car in plain sight of thieves. Hide purchases in the trunk or under a cargo cover in an SUV or truck. Also, do not advertise what you’ve bought or received to thieves by leaving the empty boxes outside. That big-screen TV box is a big giveaway that you now have expensive electronics in the house.

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Workplace gifting etiquette: Get giving right Gift giving in the workplace can be challenging territory to navigate. And as anyone who has received an inappropriate gift or something that really wasn’t useful can attest, he or she probably doesn’t want to face a situation in which a gift leads to office gossip.

According to a poll conducted by Harris, around half of workers plan to gift at least one business associate around the holidays but are confused about what to give. Too often it’s up to workers to navigate these etiquette minefields on their own, but the following tips can help the process go smoothly.

KEEP IT IMPERSONAL. Impersonal doesn’t mean it’s acceptable to grab anything off the shelf. But the gift should not be something that would offend tastes or sentiments. Avoid clothing, perfume, jewelry, or accessories. Lotions and other scented items are also ill-advised.

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GIVE GROUP GIFTS. Rather than gifting individuals, it can be safer to give a group gift from which many can benefit. This can include coffee and pastries from a nearby bakery, or a bouquet of flowers to brighten up the office environment.

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KEEP PRICES MODEST. Office giving is not about illustrating who can afford the most expensive gift. Remember, some people will not be able to reciprocate, and they shouldn’t feel uncomfortable for being on the receiving end of a lavish gift.

FOLLOW THE RULES. Gift exchanges should be cleared with supervisors or human resources professionals.

It pays to check if there are rules in place for gifting others.

AVOID CASH GIFTS. Giving cash or checks is not a good idea. Money should only come by way of bonuses from higher-ups. If you’re stuck on what to give, a gift card to a store that a coworker visits is acceptable.

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Great gifts for beloved seniors By the time they reach senior status, many adults have amassed a ton of stuff along with their irreplaceable knowledge. Come their golden years, grandparents and other aging loved ones probably don’t need much in the way of material possessions, which can make it challenging to find them holiday gifts.

Finding great gifts for seniors may take a little more effort, but with these ideas at the ready, it’s likely gift-givers can make this holiday merry for everyone on their shopping lists.

FAMILY PHOTO MEMORIES Many seniors love to talk about their life histories. What better way to be the catalyst for conversation than to create a photo album that chronicles their lives? Photos can be included alongside historical documents, such as old school projects, military discharge papers, awards, and even genealogical information. Photo puzzles, photo calendars and any home decor with a photo printed on it are variations on this theme.

ASSISTANCE GIFTS Seniors want to remain as independent as possible. By giving items that help them do just that, you can bring smiles to their faces.

One idea is motion-sensing light switches and fixtures. If

and when nature calls in the middle of the night, hallways or bathrooms can be illuminated effortlessly.

Shower and bathroom grab bars are another idea. These provide extra security and stability when getting in and out of the shower or when using the toilet.

For seniors who just need a little extra reach, a grab tool can easily snag packages from a top shelf or pick up items that may have dropped to the floor, eliminating bending or straining.

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Seniors are a thriving and growing demographic. It may seem challenging to purchase gifts for older loved ones, but with a little know-how, it’s easy to find the right present.

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Pecan pie with a smooth-textured filling and a nice crust

By America’s Test Kitchen pecan flavor, with a curdled filling sogging a leathery There is much to love about crust. sweet, nutty pecan pie, but it’s easy for this simple We wanted to create the ideal dessert to turn out tooth recipe for a not-too-sweet achingly sugary and void of pie with a smooth-textured

BASIC SINGLE-CRUST PIE DOUGH We wanted pie dough that we could count on for reliably flaky, flavorful, crust and achieving it came down to determining the right fat, the right proportion of fat to flour, and the right method for combining them. A proportion of 3 parts butter to 2 parts shortening proved optimal for both flavor and texture, and a high-fat ratio of 2 parts flour to 1 part fat produced a workable, tender dough.

Makes enough for one 9-inch pie Total time: 30 minutes (plus 1 hour for chilling) 1 1/4 cups (6 1/4 ounces) all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt

filling and a properly baked bottom crust. We decided to start from the bottom up.

crust was still warm helped a great deal.

Next, we melted the butter By partially baking the crust, and stirred together the filling in a bowl set over almostwe ensured that the filling wouldn’t compromise its tex- simmering water. This ture during baking and serv- makeshift double-boiler setup helped us maintain ing; we also found that adding the filling while the gentle heat, which protected

CLASSIC PECAN PIE Servings: 8 Start to finish: 1 hour (plus 2 hours for cooling) 1 recipe Basic Single-Crust Pie Dough (recipe follows), fitted into a 9-inch pie plate and chilled 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup packed (7 ounces) dark brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 large eggs 3/4 cup light corn syrup

3 tablespoons vegetable shortening, cut into 1/2-inch pieces and chilled

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces and chilled

2 cups (8 ounces) pecans, toasted and chopped fine

4-6 tablespoons ice water

Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 375 F. Line chilled pie shell with double layer of foil and fill with pie weights. Bake until pie dough looks dry and is light in color, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer pie plate to wire rack and remove weights and foil. Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and reduce oven temperature to 275 F. (Crust must still be warm when filling is added.)

Process flour, sugar, and salt in food processor until combined.

Scatter shortening over top and process until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal, about 10 seconds. Scatter butter pieces over top and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about 10 pulses.

Transfer mixture to medium bowl.

Sprinkle 4 tablespoons ice water over mixture. Stir and press dough together, using stiff rubber spatula, until dough sticks together. If dough does not come together, stir in remaining water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it does.

Melt butter in heatproof bowl set in skillet of water maintained at just below simmer. Remove bowl from skillet and stir in sugar and salt until butter is absorbed. Whisk in eggs, then corn syrup and vanilla until smooth. Return bowl to hot water and stir until mixture is shiny, hot to touch, and registers 130 F. Off heat, stir in pecans.

Turn dough onto sheet of plastic wrap and flatten into 4-inch disk.

Wrap dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour. Before rolling dough out, let sit on counter to soften slightly, about 10 minutes.

Pour pecan mixture into warm pie crust. Bake pie until filling looks set but yields when gently pressed with back of spoon, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Let pie cool on wire rack until filling has firmed up, about 2 hours; serve slightly warm (see note) or at room temperature.

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against curdling.

We reversed the filling’s sugar overload by using a moderate amount of brown sugar. Its subtle, nuanced sweetness and molasses taste kept the spotlight trained on the pecans’ toasty flavor. Poured into the warm shell and baked to nutty perfection, this pecan pie moved right to the top of our nice list.

Chill the dough-lined pie plate for at least 30 minutes before beginning the recipe.

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How to buy clothes as holiday gifts general categories if they seem like they might be the right fit. Certain pieces, such as classic black pants or a skirt or a camisole and cardigan, always work seamlessly in a wardrobe. A gentleman might appreciate a new dinner jacket or blazer for those special occasions like a night out on the town. Opt for muted colors unless the recipient to make a statement.

Holiday shopping lists are being made, and there is a strong chance that clothing has made many of those lists. Year after year, apparel, along with technology and books, dominate the top giving categories, according to Nielsen Global Holiday Spending Expectations. However, before rushing out to buy that new sweater or pair of slacks, shoppers are urged to follow a few tips that can make clothing shopping easier.

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Holiday giving for reluctant recipients Quite a number of people take pleasure from finding gifts under the tree and then having the opportunity to tear open the wrapping paper and see which treasures are inside. But there also is a category of people who claim they have all they could ever need and want and insist that gifts are not necessary. In such instances, what are gift-givers to do?

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Let’s Have A Parade™: The world-renowned Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® kicks off the holidays NEW YORK – A spectacle like no other awaits millions as the 92nd Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®, America’s favorite tradition, kicks off the holiday season. Set to march through the streets of New York City on Thursday, November 22 at 9:00 a.m., the nation will celebrate Thanksgiving gathered with family and friends and more than 8,000 volunteers. Dressed as clowns, guiding the flight of larger-than-life character balloons, bringing the beat in the nation’s best marching bands and entertaining the crowds with their show stopping performances, these participants will inspire and delight the nation.

With the time-honored phrase, Let’s Have a Parade™, the spectacle begins for more than 3.5 million spectators in New

York City and more than 50 million television viewers nationwide.

holiday season. For the 92 nd edition, the line-up will feature 16 giant character balloons; 43 novelty balloons, heritage “This year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Paballoons, balloonicles, balloonheads and rade will redefine spectacle with a jawtrycaloons; 26 floats; 1,200 cheerleaders dropping mix of must-see entertainment and dancers; more than 1,000 clowns; for millions of spectators,” said Susan and 12 marching bands.

Tercero, executive producer of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. “Featuring an STARS ON PARADE amazing line-up of high flying balloons, The star power along the Parade route dazzling animated floats, world-class and in homes across the country will feamarching bands and performance ture some of the nation’s most exciting groups, the nation’s top music artists, performers. Appearing onboard one of and of course, the one-and-only Santa Macy’s signature floating stages will be Claus, the Macy’s Parade will once again Bad Bunny, Barenaked Ladies, Bazzi, Ally herald the arrival of the holiday season.”

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Noni Rose and the cast & Muppets of Sesame Street, Diana Ross with her children and extended family (including Rhonda Ross, Tracee Ellis Ross, Chudney Ross, Ross Naess and Evan Ross with wife Ashlee Simpson-Ross), Sugarland, Ashley Tisdale, Mackenzie Ziegler and Johnny Orlando; with a special appearance by the one-and-only Santa Claus.

INFLATABLE ICONS Since 1927, the Parade’s signature balloons have featured some of the world’s most beloved characters. Over time, the inflatables have morphed from air-filled characters carried on sticks to high-flying giants, balloonheads and even hybrid inflatables with vehicles inside.

Joining the giant character balloon lineup this year will be the famed Saiyan warrior Goku from “Dragon Ball Super: Broly.”

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The elf stars of Netflix’s “The Christmas Chronicles”– Fleck, Bjorn, Jojo and Hugg, will also debut, taking to the skies ahead of the one-and-only Santa Claus. On the ground, the streets of New York City will magically transform into the world’s largest bowling lane for the Go Bowling balloonicles (hybrid balloons and vehicles), as the bowling ball, bowling pins and bowling shoe cars try for strikes or perhaps a turkey, along the Parade route.

Macy’s Blue Sky Gallery series will return to the sky this year for the seventh edition with Little Cloud, the iconic creation of art collaborative FriendsWithYou™.

Macy’s Blue Sky Gallery series invites contemporary artists to recreate their work as Parade balloons. Artists Samuel Borkson and Arturo Sandoval III will join Little Cloud with a stunning rainbow inflatable and two raindrops in this year’s Parade, creating an artistic expression of joy and love. Past works in the series have

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included balloons from famed artists Tom Otterness, Jeff Koons, Keith Haring, Takashi Murakami, Tim Burton and KAWS. Rounding out the new inflatable cast will be Sinclair Oil’s Baby Dino balloonicles, Universal Orlando Resort’s ™The Nutcracker and the shining star of Macy’s Christmas celebrations, Sunny the Snowpal.

Returning giant balloon characters include Charlie Brown; Diary of A Wimpy Kid®; Sinclair’s DINO™; The Elf on the Shelf®; Illumination Presents Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch; Jett by Super Wings; Disney Frozen’s Olaf; PAW Patrol®; Pikachu™; Pillsbury Doughboy™; Red Mighty Morphin Power Ranger; Ronald McDonald®; SpongeBob SquarePants; Toothless from DreamWorks Animation’s “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World”; and SEE PARADE, PAGE 38

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FLOATING WONDERS Gliding down Manhattan, the Parade’s signature floats will transport spectators to worlds of wonder through creative design and skillful construction. Conceived and crafted by the incredible artisans of Macy’s Parade Studio which include carpenters, engineers, electricians, painters, animators, sculptors, metal fabricators, scenic and costume designers, this year’s line-up of floats sets an unparalleled stage for entertainment. Macy’s Parade floats are often three stories tall and several lanes of traffic wide, but must collapse to no more than 12 ½-feet tall and 8-feet wide in order to travel safely from

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the New Jersey home of the Parade Stu- (Sugarland); Deck the Halls by Balsam dio, to the Manhattan starting line via the Hill® (Martina McBride); Discover Adventure! by Build-A-Bear® (John Legend); Lincoln Tunnel each Thanksgiving eve.

Everyone’s Favorite Bake Shop by EntenThis year, four new floats will debut inmann’s® (Pentatonix); Frozen Fall Fun by cluding Elf Pets® by The Elf on the Shelf®, Discover® /NHL (Bazzi, and NHL Hockey Fantasy Chocolate Factory by Kinder® Hall of Famers Bernie Parent and Mike (Ashley Tisdale), Rise of theTeenage Mu- Richter); Fun House by Krazy Glue®; Hartant Ninja Turtles by Nickelodeon (Jack & vest in the Valley by Green Giant® (Carly Jack) and Splashing Safari Adventure by Pearce); Heartwarming Holiday CountKalahari Resorts and Conventions (Ella down by Hallmark Channel (Diana Ross); Mai).

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On 34th Street, Broadway’s best shows will take a star turn in front of Macy’s famed flagship with special performances. In addition, the show-stopping Radio City Rockettes® will bring their signature high-kicking magic to Herald Square.

INTERACTIVE FUN The Macy’s Parade is always a unique multi-level, magical march that provides spectators with different experiences, whether they watch it on television with friends and family or scout the perfect spot on the route to watch it unfold live. For the third year, Macy’s along with NBCUniversal and Verizon will give viewers an up close and personal second screen experience of the Parade with a 360-degree livestream on Verizon's YouTube page. The stream will go live a 9 a.m. EST at www.youtube. com/verizon and will run through noon EST. The 92 nd Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will begin at 9 a.m. from 77 th Street and Central Park West. The procession will march to Columbus Circle, turn onto Central Park South and march down 6 th Avenue/Avenue of the Americas.

At 34 th Street, the Parade will make its final turn west and end at 7 th Avenue in front of Macy’s Herald Square.

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By America’s Test Kitchen Unless you have access to multiple ovens, only a very large turkey will do when you’ve got a crowd coming to dinner. But finding a container large enough to brine a gargantuan bird can be tricky, and turning the bird in the oven (our usual method for evenly cooked meat) can be tricky.

ROAST TURKEY FOR A CROWD Servings: 20-24 Start to finish: 3 hours 30 minutes (plus 30 minutes for resting) 3 onions, chopped coarse 3 carrots, chopped coarse 3 celery ribs, chopped coarse 1 lemon, quartered

We wanted the Norman Rockwell picture of perfection: a crisp, mahogany skin wrapped around tender, moist meat. And it had to be easy to prepare in a real home kitchen. We chose a Butterball turkey, which has already been brined for juicy flavor (a kosher bird, which has been salted, works well, too).

2 sprigs fresh thyme 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 (18- to 22-pound) turkey, neck and giblets removed and reserved for gravy, if desired 1 cup water, plus more as needed 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper

A combination of high and low heat produced a tender, juicy bird with deeply browned skin. We boosted the savory flavor with the addition of onion, carrot, and celery, and a quartered lemon added bright, clean flavor.

Nutrition information per serving of gravy: 92 calories; 39 calories from fat; 4 g fat (1 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 4 mg cholesterol; 69 mg sodium; 7 g carbohydrate; 1 g fiber; 1 g sugar;

Pour 1 cup water over vegetable mixture.

Brush turkey breast with 2 tablespoons melted butter, then sprinkle with half of salt and half of pepper. Place turkey, breast side down, on V-rack. Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter and sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper.

Roast turkey for 1 hour. Remove pan from oven; baste with juices from pan. Using dish towel or 2 large wads of paper towels, rotate turkey breast side up. If liquid in pan has totally evaporated, add another 1/2 cup water.

Lower oven temperature to 325 degrees. Return turkey to oven and continue to roast until breast registers 160 F and thighs register 175 F, about 2 hours longer.

Adjust oven rack to lowest position. Heat oven to 425 F. Line large V-rack with heavyduty foil and poke several holes in foil. Set V- Remove turkey from oven. Gently tip turkey rack in large roasting pan and spray foil with up so that any accumulated juices in cavity run into roasting pan. Transfer turkey to vegetable oil spray. carving board. Let rest, uncovered, for 35 to 40 minutes. Carve turkey and serve.

Toss half of onions, carrots, celery, lemon,

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MAKE-AHEAD TURKEY GRAVY Good gravy comes from good stock, so we started by roasting turkey parts with chopped carrots, celery, onions, and garlic.

Vegetable oil spray

Once the meat was deeply browned and the vegetables caramelized, we transferred everything to a Dutch oven.

Chicken broth and white wine plus some sprigs of thyme promised flavorful, savory complexity.

2 cups dry white wine

Following a lengthy simmer, we strained out the solids and proceeded with our gravy making (though the stock can be refrigerated or frozen for later use). We used the stock’s fat to build a roux, browning a cup of flour in the heated fat before whisking in the stock.

Defatted turkey drippings, optional

The finished gravy boasted all the body of a traditional preparation, but it was ready with time to spare and offered incredible meaty depth. If you wish to make this gravy at the same time as your turkey, you may add the giblets and neck along with the thighs or wings. Discard the strong-tasting liver before using the giblets.

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Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 450 F. Toss thighs; giblets, if using; carrots; celery; onions; and garlic together in large roasting pan and spray with vegetable oil spray. Roast, stirring occasionally, until well browned, 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours.

Transfer contents of roasting pan to Dutch oven. Add broth, wine, and thyme sprigs and bring to boil, skimming as needed. Reduce to gentle simmer and cook until broth is brown and flavorful and measures about 8 cups when strained, about 1 1/2 hours. Strain broth through fine-mesh strainer into large container, pressing on For more flavor, after roasting the solids to extract as much liquid as possible; discard solids. turkey, skim the drippings from the pan and slowly add them to Let strained turkey broth settle (if the gravy (tasting as you go so the necessary), then spoon off and regravy does not become overly serve 1/2 cup of fat that has risen salty). to top (add butter as needed if Makes about 2 quarts short on turkey fat). Heat fat in Start to finish: 4 hours 30 minutes Dutch oven over medium-high heat until bubbling. Whisk in 6 turkey thighs, trimmed, or 9 flour and cook, whisking conwings, separated at the joints stantly, until well browned, 3 to 7 Reserved turkey giblets and neck, minutes. optional Slowly whisk in turkey broth and 2 medium carrots, chopped coarse bring to boil. Reduce to simmer and cook until gravy is very thick, 2 medium celery ribs, chopped 10 to 15 minutes. Add defatted coarse drippings, if using, to taste, then 2 medium onions, chopped coarse season with salt and pepper to 1 head garlic, halved taste, and serve.

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Our creamy scalloped potatoes has a browned, cheesy crust

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Square survey reveals how Americans plan to shop this holiday season SAN FRANCISCO—Today Square released new insights on holiday spending and shopper expectations around payment options at businesses. The survey of 2,000 Americans found that shoppers plan to spend around $1,300 this holiday season and that the flexibility to pay over time can make a difference in where they plan to shop. The survey also found that consumers indicate shopping at small businesses is top of mind all year round, making it important for businesses to have the right tools in place to accept any way a customer wants to pay any time, including the holiday season.

“We know that consumers prefer to support small businesses whenever they can, and we want to make sure this holiday season is no exception,” said Jacqueline Reses, Head of Square Capital.

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those, 23% started their shopping by August of this year61% of consumers indicate they would feel more comfortable spending more this holiday season if they knew they would have the ability to The survey also revealed that customers pay for purchases over timeIn fact, 68% may be more apt to frequent a brick and indicate they would be more likely to mortar location this holiday season to consider a small or local business if they make a large purchase, with 72% of conoffered financing optionsDuring the holsumers preferring to shop in person for idays and all year round, Square is a purchases over $250. Additional survey partner to small business owners across findings that provide insight into the the country, providing access to the tools 2018 holiday season include: they need to never miss a sale. In OctoThe majority of consumers (84%) indiber, Square launched Square Installcate they prefer to support small busiments, providing small businesses with nesses whenever they canAlmost half access to a powerful growth tool that en(45%) of consumers anticipate making a ables their customers to pay for purlarge purchase during the upcoming chases in fixed, monthly payments. holiday season (spending over $250+ on Business owners can find a wealth of ina single item)Over half (56%) will begin formation and resources on how to start, shopping before Thanksgiving and of run, and grow their business on Square’s

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Typically, Amazon shoppers need to spend $25 to qualify for free shipping or pay $119 a year for a Prime membership. Amazon's offer, which started Monday, applies to hundreds of millions of items and on orders that arrive in time for Christmas. Shoppers who aren't Prime members will get slower shipping, though, which can take five amount last week, offering free two-day to eight days. shipping on hundreds of thousands of items until Dec. 22. Walmart, which ofRetailers are competing hard for holiday shoppers, who increasingly expect fers free two-day shipping on orders over $35, told reporters after the Target fast shipping that's free. Target dropped its minimum purchase announcement that it has no plans to

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Things to consider before giving pets as gifts The blissful image of a young child or a significant other receiving a pet as a holiday gift compels many shoppers to give pets as gifts come Christmastime.

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