11-18-19 Emerald Media Group Holiday Guide

HOLIDAY Holiday guide NOV. 2019

INSIDE: TAKE THE PERFECT HOLIDAY PHOTO

ECO-FRIENDLY DECOR

MONEY SAVING TIPS FOR THE HOLIDAYS

staff list PRESIDENT AND PUBLISHER Bill Kunerth

VP OF OPERATIONS Kathy Carbone

DIRECTOR OF SALES & DIGITAL MARKETING Jamie Lanz

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Jordenne DeGraw Matty Leech Patrick McCumber Noah Mayers Sam Lax Fritz Hergenhan Emma Swanson Paige Vizza

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Blake Mindemann

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Skyla Patton

ART DIRECTOR Caroline Young

WRITERS

Skylar Anderson Kate Bossi Sophie Bange Lauren Bruce Kimberly Harris

letter from the editor The holiday season is here, and what a wonderful time of year! Whether you’re anxiously awaiting Santa’s arrival, prepping matches for your menorah, gathering lights for Diwali or celebrating the rebirth of the sun, the colder months will undeniably warm our hearts all the same. Duck The Halls with us this year and keep reading for tips on taking the ultimate holiday photo, decorating in an eco-friendly way, delicious recipes for everyone and so much more. Tis the season y’all — enjoy!

COVER PHOTO Lauren Bruce

PHOTOGRAPHERS Lauren Bruce Skylar Anderson Kate Bossi Shannon Enriquez Janie Velarde

DESIGNERS Ellen Lyons Susannah Turley Kyle Windham Caroline Young Karen Steele Freddy Savr

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Tishow the Season to Give Back to give back this holiday season Words by Kimberly Harris Photos by Shannon Enriquez

The Grinch’s heart grew three sizes that day he decided to do something nice for his community. If you’re feeling extra friendly during the holidays, think about donating items to local charities that work year-round to provide free and accessible necessities to people in need. Each organization listed in this article works closely with the Eugene-Springfield community to give out food, warm clothing, hygiene products and blankets.

FOOD FOR LANE COUNTY Eugene’s local food bank works year-round to give the community access to food. Donating perishable and non-perishable food items most likely give a family or individual a hot meal during the holidays. If volunteering time is easier than finding resources to donate, the food bank hosts events and programs throughout the holiday season that are always open for volunteers. · · · · · · · ·

WHAT TO DONATE:

Canned meats Fruit, dried fruits, jams Canned and dried beans Canned stew, chili, soup and broth Pasta, rice, cereal, cornmeal Cooking oils Canned tomato products Spices and sauces

WHERE TO DONATE:

Falling Sky Pizzeria & Public House: - There’s a donation bin in the restaurant located in the Erb Memorial Union.

- Open Monday-Friday at 11 A.M. - 11 P.M. and Saturday-Sunday 11 A.M. – 10 P.M. FOOD for Lane County Warehouse: - 770 Bailey Hill Road, Eugene - Donation hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30-11:30 A.M. and 1-4 P.M.

BAGS OF LOVE Another organization that focuses on giving back to the community is Bags of Love. Their purpose is to provide necessities and comfort items to children who are in crisis due to neglect, abuse, poverty or homelessness. The Bag of Love program takes donated items to fill bags with clean and like-new clothing, toys, games and toiletries. · · · · · ·

WHAT TO DONATE:

Blankets Clothing for children ages 0-17 Underwear Pajamas Disposable diapers Baby wipes and diaper cream

WHERE TO DONATE:

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Dental care Deodorant Body wash Hair products Wallets, purses or watches Material to make quilts

There are 13 locations of donation barrels in the Eugene-Springfield area. A list of locations is offered at www.bagsoflove.org/ donate-items/.

The closest spot to campus is located at American Traditional Barbershop 23rd E 11th Ave Eugene, OR 97405 4

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CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SERVICES OF LANE COUNTY As closets get cleaned and swapped out for warmer items think about taking the donation pile to Catholic Community Services (CCS). Their program collects clothing to give it to individuals and families living through low income or homelessness. CCS’s program is unique to other donation sites because they don’t sell donated items. Instead, they give them away for free through the Springfield Clothing Closet to people in need. People who are seeking to secure warm clothing are encouraged to reach out to CCS or drop-in to their service center. · · · · ·

WHAT TO DONATE:

Everyday clothing for men, women, children and infants Interview or professional attire Undergarments – new, store-bought underwear Warm clothing Footwear and socks

WHERE TO DONATE:

Springfield Community Service Center: 1025 G Street, Springfield Donation hours are Monday to Friday 9 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. and Saturday 9 A.M. – 1 P.M.

CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SERVICES – HYGIENE PRODUCTS Similar to the process of their clothing program, Catholic Community Services collects store-bought hygiene items to distribute to the community. Collecting hygiene items could mean buying a second pack of the items that you usually purchase when running errands. Buying one or two extra products every trip tvo the drug store can be a budget-friendly way to donate this season. Those products that sit in your drawers forever, continually being ignored and unused also make a perfect candidate to donate. · · ·

WHAT TO DONATE: Deodorant Dental care products Haircare

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Feminine products Toilet paper Laundry detergent

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Hand and dish soap Household cleaning products Body soap

WHERE TO DONATE:

Springfield Community Service Center: 1025 G Street, Springfield. Donation hours are Monday-Friday 9:00-4:30 P.M. and Saturday 9:00-1:00 P.M Eugene Service Center: 1664 West 6th Street. Donation hours are Monday to Friday 9 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.

LETTER CARRIERS FOOD DRIVE Food for Lane County is hosting a food drive that is simple enough as going out to the mailbox. If you leave non-perishable food and other donations in a waterproof bag by your mailbox on Saturday, November 23, a letter carrier or volunteer will pick it up. · · · · · · · · · · ·

WHAT TO DONATE:

Canned meats Fruit, dried fruits, jams Canned and dried beans Canned stew, chili, soup and broth Pasta, rice, cereal, cornmeal Cooking oils Canned tomato products Spices and sauces Hair products Wallets, purses or watches Material to make quilts

WHERE TO DONATE:

Set items in a waterproof bag next to your mailbox on November 24th.

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Georgia Weeks, Junior

“I think the true meaning of Christmas is being with your family. I feel like Christmas is one of those holidays that’s global. So like everyone’s going to be with their families and friends. Like America has other holidays like Thanksgiving and stuff, but Christmas is the global family holiday.”

“Even if you don’t believe in Christmas or Hanukkah or any of that, even if you don’t celebrate, it still is a really festive time of the year and everyone’s having parties and getting together and dressing up and it’s just an occasion. I feel like everyone’s really happy because they’re in the ‘Christmas spirit’.”

“For me the true meaning of Christmas is celebrating the holidays with your family, and your friends, and getting together. And it’s more about feelings and relationships than the actual act of giving gifts.”

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Sophomore street street “The true meaning talk talk of Christmas is giving

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Quinn Dozier, Junior “Christmas to me means enjoying time with your family. My brother just got engaged so Christmas this year is going to be so fun.”

1. You are never too old to sit on Santa’s lap.

Never again will you watch as 4-7 year olds have all the fun of getting pictures with Santa. Who said 21 is too old to believe? In fact, skip the line by showing up to the mall dressed as an elf. You can simply pretend you just started your shift, get your selfie and bounce before anyone is able to catch you and the bag of candy canes you stole.

2. If your relatives begin to talk politics during dinner, simply scream If you do have to sit through a holiday dinner, you unfortunately might be faced with dreadful politics talk. But this is your year, so don’t let political conversation drag out the dinner. If your relative begins to disagree with you, simply begin to scream. Start quietly, and gain volume until the pure pitch of your voice is enough to evacuate your family members from the room. This will speed up the process, until soon you are gathered for presents.

3. Avoid any awkward “Why don’t you have a significant other yet?” questions by saying your professor is with his wife.

HOW TO GET THE HOLIDAY YOU DESERVE Words & Photos by Lauren Bruce

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the holidays. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or just stick to New Years, there’s nothing more important than celebrating this time with your presents. Unfortunately, family often gets in the way. As kids, you’re introduced to endless streams of colorful, exciting toy commercials, with dancing elves and exciting tunes, but then forced to sit through visits with your withering great aunts and grandparents just to receive the bountiful gifts under the tree. But you’re an adult now. You shouldn’t have to endure family just to unwrap the three pack of Hanes socks with your name embroidered on the edge.

It’s time to take back the holidays, and demand that Star Wars Death Star Lego set you’ve always wanted. Here are five tips to get the holiday season you deserve.

Unfortunately, many college-age adults are asked tired questions upon seeing their relatives. Here are some other possible responses to questions you might be asked: “What do you want to do when you graduate?” say, “Better than you!”

“Why did you get suspended?” say, “They didn’t let me drive the boat.”

“How come you seem drunk right now?” say, “How come there are two of you?”

“How many licks does it take to get to the Tootsie roll center of a Tootsie Pop?” say, “CRUNCH.”

4. Do not even try to plan gi�ts early, your mom loves the mini spatulas and homemade coupons you get her every year While planning how to make your own holiday better, there’s not really time to think of anyone else. Plus, your parents love homemade gifts like the “good for one hug” coupons you’ve been giving them since you were ten. But if you are going to go out and buy something for them, stick to the basics like backscratchers and mini tool kits. Nothing says you care like a tiny hammer that you drove all the way to Home Depot to buy and spent three minutes looking for. At least that’s what the Home Depot ads will tell you, and the nice commercial voice would never lie to you.

5. Lastly remember, the holidays are about presents If it hasn’t become clear yet, don’t forget the magic of the holidays isn’t about seeing family you only see once a year, or eating warm, rich food, or spending time with friends, it’s about what you get from Target. You don’t want to return to college without the new Airpods, so if you get anything else tell your family that this is YOUR holiday, and then begin to scream. This is sure to put a smile on their faces when they remember you’re heading back to school.

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WORDS & PHOTOS BY SKYLAR ANDERSON

When the holidays begin to roll around, we’re immediately filled with the cheer and joy that it brings. No matter where you look, the holidays completely take over houses, stores and eateries, resulting in an abundance of excitement. But one of the most important key concepts about the holidays is gift-giving — which can arguably be one of the hardest things to do. Let’s be real here. Gift shopping can be expensive and time-consuming, and every once in a while we’re all tasked with the “I have no idea what to get them” scenario. This can result in stressful, lastminute and over-the-top purchases that can possibly put a significant dent in your bank account. If you no longer want to endure that holiday gift shopping stress, try out some of these tips to ensure your presents are not only easy to obtain but affordable too.

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Shopping discount apps/browser extensions You can never go wrong with couponing. If you end up finding that perfect gift that you’ve been looking for, it doesn’t hurt to look and see if it has any available discounts. It’s easy to download a couponing app like RetailMeNot or SnipSnap to find digital deals on your phone to use in-store or online.

Apps like Groupon also partner with other businesses to create limited deals that can help you save big on everything from shoes to flower deliveries. If you prefer to online shop, then discount browser extensions can also be a handy tool to ensure you’re getting the cheapest price on most things you purchase. Browser extensions like Honey and Amazon Assistant will search the whole web for coupons and automatically apply them to your online checkout page, giving you the coupon that saves you the most money. This is great for those must-have Amazon purchases and exclusive online items.

Split the cost If you end up discovering that amazing gift for that certain someone — but you realize it costs a pretty penny — then consider splitting the cost with someone you know: a friend, family member, coworker, etc. I’m sure they’d appreciate it too. This is a great solution for those office and family holiday parties where you’re required to bring gifts. Not only did you save on the cost, but it also looks meaningful when two people collaborate on a present too.

The magic of Free Shipping Day On one day around mid-December every year, thousands of online-retailers band together to make shipping completely free of cost for all purchases on its websites. Shipping costs can be very pricey and might be the determining factor in whether you buy something online or not. The free shipping along with the already discounted holiday prices is a great way to save money. Some of the participating retailers include Amazon, Target, Best Buy, Sephora and Macy’s. The best part is that all of these stores have something for everybody, meaning you can save big on multiple, if not all, your gifts from the comfort of your own home. Also, all online-retailers guarantee delivery

by Christmas Eve, meaning you can both be frugal and not be concerned with time restrictions. Free Shipping Day is on December 14 this year.

Choose to go the DIY route or make your own experiences Another alternative to gift-giving is to go on the DIY route or an adventure instead of material items. Nothing beats a homemade gift that was made with love and care. These kinds of gifts are great for friends, parents and other family members.

Some easy and affordable DIY gifts include a homemade cutand-tie fleece blanket, a painted picture frame with a favorite photo of you both in it or even a coupon book offering things like “Breakfast in Bed” or “Kitchen Clean-Up.” These presents are super simple, but definitely do not lack the charm or thoughtfulness they possess. If you want to do something totally different, then look for ways to create experiences and memories, rather than going the traditional gift-giving course.

Some ideas for this could be a stroll through some Christmas lights, a holiday baking session with all your friends or even a holiday movie marathon (with popcorn included of course). All of these ideas are budget-friendly and super fun!

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steps to taking the ultimate holiday photo

Words and Photos by Lauren Bruce

The holiday card is a time-honored way to mail your faces to your friends and family and brag about some of your kid’s accomplishments from the past year. This year, why not reclaim the holiday card from the Susan’s and Karen’s? With these five tips to getting the perfect holiday photo (no fancy cameras required) you can send a photo with your pets, partner, friends, roommates, frat brothers, parents and even your mail carrier (how meta is that?)

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1. dress to impress

4. focus, lighting, timer

If you want a good photo, the key is to add an element of surprise. A cat in a Christmas sweater, a parent making a silly face, or friends dressed in the exact same clothes are some ideas to spice up your photo. Worst case scenario, the photo isn’t the best quality, but you’ve added a fun element that will stand out from all other cards.

If you’ve got an iPhone, there are a couple of settings that will really help you get the best shot. First, focus the camera on a person who is already in position by touching their face on the screen and decide where you will stand next to them.

Then, hold down on their face until the yellow box “locks” the focus on their face. This feature allows you to run into your position without the focus changing. Next, adjust the lighting.

If the photo is too dark or too light, drag the yellow sun symbol that’s on the right of the yellow focus box. Play with it by dragging it up or down until the lighting looks just right.

Finally, set your timer to ten seconds, so that you have enough time to get into position. For Androids, the settings are much more manual and allow for sharper adjustments. Getting familiar with these settings will allow you to set up your photo well before you turn on the timer.

2. find a good background, preferably outside

Find a good spot with a nice, clean backdrop. This should be done outside so that the natural lighting is softer on your faces. Under a shaded tree, in front of your house or in the late afternoon when the sun isn’t directly overhead are great places and times to do your photo. One of the best times for photos is golden hour, which happens just after sunrise and just before sunset. Check what time golden hour is happening in your area if you want even lighting with a golden hue.

3. try to set your phone on something that’s eye level

If you have a phone tripod definitely use that, but most of us don’t. For a DIY option, set your phone up carefully on a ladder, a fence, a chair or some books, but try to get it as eye level as possible without putting it in any danger. This could be done in a grassy area or on some stairs; try sitting rather than standing for a different angle. Make sure you prop your phone up landscape (horizontally) to get the best shot possible.

5. take many photos, look at them later

The more you have to work with, the better chance you’ll have of getting a shot you love. Try different poses and faces and take at least five shots before changing angles. The lighting could change, so you never know which photo might turn out the best. But don’t move your phone to stare at each photo.

Go ahead and take a bunch, then check them.

You’re done! You have a favorite shot, your dog is smiling and your matching sweaters look just right. Send your card out with a caption on the front via email or text, or print out some copies and write a note on the back.

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Words by Sophie Bange Photos by Janie Velarde

What do you think of when you think of holiday foods? Is it the smell of a Christmas ham? The icing sticking to your fingers as you decorate cookies for Santa? Whether based on family traditions or what we see in the media, we all have preconceived notions of what the holidays look (and taste) like. Consider changing things up with these traditional holiday meals from around the world.

Bibingka (Philippines)

This Filipino breakfast rice cake is commonly enjoyed during the Christmas season - and if you’ve ever been to the Philippines, you know that it begins as early as September! Why not take some recipe notes from the country with arguably the most Christmas spirit?

What you need:

¼ cup whole milk

1 cup rice flour

½ cup grated cheddar cheese

2 ½ tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 3 Tbsp butter 1 cup granulated sugar

3 raw eggs 1 salted duck egg (optional) Banana leaf

1 cup coconut milk

(Germany)

What you do:

Warm, spiced wine is the perfect way to defrost during the cold winter. While many regions have their own rendition, German glühwein is a simple and easy mulled wine sure to impress your whole (21+) family.

Preheat oven to 375°F. Mix rice flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl and set aside.

Cream butter. Gradually add in sugar, then add the raw eggs, beating until well incorporated.

Bake for 15 minutes.

Remove from oven and top with sliced, salted egg and grated cheese.

Return to oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes.

Gradually beat in rice flour mixture. Pour in the coconut milk and whole milk and beat Remove from oven for an additional 1-2 minutes. and let cool before Cut the banana leaf to fit into brushing with butter and sprinkling sugar on top, a cake pan, and pour in the and serve. mixture.

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Glühwein

What you need: 1 bottle red wine (pinot noir or merlot work well) 1 lemon, juiced 5 Tbsp sugar 3 whole cloves 1 cinnamon stick 2 star anise 1 orange (for garnish)

What you do: Put ingredients, except for the orange, into a large pot and bring to a light simmer.

Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour.

Turn the heat off and let sit for 30 minutes. Remove cloves, cinnamon and star anise. Serve warm with an orange slice (if desired).

Lfrom HOLIDAY around the world Toshikoshi Soba (Japan)

End the year right with this delicious Japanese New Year’s Eve tradition. As with any noodle soup, good broth is paramount, so snag the best ingredients at your local Asian food market, like Sunrise Asian Food Market here in Eugene. This recipe is toshikoshi soba in its simplest form, but you can change it up with a variety of toppings.

Latkes (Israel)

Latkes are a quintessential Hanukkah fare. This Jewish celebration begins December 22 and ends December 30, so you’ll have eight days to eat as many potato pancakes as you can!

What you need: 3 cups water 1 piece dried kelp 1 cup dried bonito flakes

What you need:

1 Tbsp sake 2 Tbsp mirin

2 large russet potatoes, shredded

2 Tbsp soy sauce

1 large onion, shredded

¼ tsp salt

2 eggs

7 oz dried soba (buckwheat) noodles

½ cup all-purpose flour

2 green onions, thinly sliced

1 tsp baking powder

2 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper

What you do:

Oil (for frying)

Soak the kelp in water overnight.

Add the kelp, and the water it’s been soaking in, to a saucepan. Over mediumlow heat, slowly bring to a boil, as this will allow for the most flavor. When it’s almost boiling, remove the kelp and discard.

Add the dried bonito flakes and simmer for 30 seconds before turning off the heat.

Let sit for 10 minutes.

Drain the flakes and discard them, reserving the broth in a bowl.

Return broth to saucepan and add the sake, mirin, soy sauce and salt. Bring to a simmer.

In a separate pot, cook the soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain the noodles and rinse with cold water.

Put a serving of noodles in a bowl and pour broth over them. Top with green onions and serve.

What you do: Combine shredded potatoes and onion. Wring out as much liquid as possible using a clean dish towel or cheesecloth.

into the hot pan. Use a spatula to flatten the drop into a disc. After about 5 minutes (or when the edges Transfer the potato and onion are brown and crispy), flip mixture to a bowl and add and cook for another 5 the eggs, flour, salt, baking minutes (until the second powder and pepper. Mix. side is browned).

Pour about ¼ inch of oil into a pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, drop a heaping tablespoon

Transfer the latkes onto a towel-lined plate and repeat with remaining batter, cooking in batches.

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deck the halls Words and Photos by Kate Bossi

eco-friendly style

The holiday season is a time for bright lights, decorations, loved ones, presents and tons of delicious food, but during the season of giving, we often forget to give back to the beautiful place in which we live. This holiday season, give back to the earth by treating it with kindness and caution. Max out your holiday spirit by learning these tips and tricks on how to celebrate the holidays while keeping the planet in mind.

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Unfortunately, there isn’t a one hundred percent eco-friendly way to purchase a Christmas tree.

While artificial trees are reused for many years, they are made with a petroleum-based plastic called PVC, which is not suitable for the environment or humans. Because they’re plastic-based, they can’t be recycled either, meaning they eventually will end up in the trash. While cutting down trees doesn’t seem inherently ethical either, Christmas trees can be recycled as mulch.

Waste companies often will do a Christmas tree pick-up after the holiday season. If purchasing a real tree isn’t possible for you, try to buy an artificial tree second hand to reduce waste. A fun way to counteract purchasing a Christmas tree would be to plant a tree in your backyard instead of set up in the living room. This way, you could start a family tradition, give back to the environment, and watch the plant grow; this act is so incredibly easy yet so beautiful and effective.

You can double up garland as a decoration and a citrus air freshener by using yarn and dried orange slices. Cranberries can be used to make another fabulous garland; the vibrant red color of the fruit will sit perfectly along the green tree.

Popcorn, although it’s not a fruit, would make for a great garland as well. Cinnamon sticks and pinecones can be hung on strings for rustic ornaments as well.

Get your friends and family on board! Host an eco-friendly holiday party and encourage your loved ones to make a change with you. Ask people to bring reusable containers to take home leftovers.

This way, no plastic will be used for storing food, and no food will be wasted. Prepare and ask people to bring vegan dishes. By eating delicious vegan food and cutting out meat from your holiday diet, it will help the environment by decreasing greenhouse gas emissions. By hosting a party, you are exposing your peers to your eco-friendly decorations; this can encourage and influence them to be more cautious about the environment too.

Instead of buying a new holiday wreath this year, grab a basket, go for a walk, and gather twigs and leaves. Afterward, assemble the wreath with your collection.

For a finishing touch, wrap the wreath with fairy lights. If this is too time-consuming, you can tie a red ribbon to a couple of pinecones and hang it to decorate your door as well!

Lights are an essential holiday decoration; however, they can waste electricity and produce waste. Instead of throwing away old Christmas lights, try finding a local light recycling program. An even better alternative to recycling lights would be purchasing lights powered by solar panels or another alternative power source. This is a shockingly cheap option and would reduce electricity waste. Better yet, opt for candles instead!

An eco-friendly holiday season will save you money and time.

By making your decorations, you help the planet and create special memories. Using nature as decorations is easy and incredibly affordable, yet it’s something people overlook. However, decorating your home with nature is an effortless way to create a cozy aesthetic for your home. Help make a difference in the world this holiday season by bringing the outdoors inside.

*tip: rip a page out and use it as wrapping paper!

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