Skagit Valley Holiday Guide 2016

A supplement to the Skagit Valley Herald • NovEMBER 17, 2016

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HOLIDAY TREAT Lemon cranberry muffins Revisit the delicious combination of lemon and cranberry with these delicious muffins — this time, with a spicy twist!

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 12

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Ingredients • 2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar • 1/2 tsp. baking powder • 1/2 tsp. baking soda • 1/4 tsp. salt • 1/4 tsp. allspice • 1/8 tsp. ground cayenne pepper • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk • 1/4 cup butter, melted • 1 egg, yolk and white separated • Zest of 1 lemon • 1 cup fresh cranberries (washed) or frozen (thawed) Directions Heat oven to 400 °F. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan that’s roughly 2.5 inches deep. In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, allspice and cayenne pepper and mix until evenly blended. In a small bowl, add buttermilk, butter, egg yolk and lemon zest, and beat until mixture is smooth. In a third bowl, whip up the egg white.

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.

Pour in the buttermilk mixture and stir with a fork until all ingredients are mixed together. Add egg white and cranberries. Pour the mixture into the muffin pan, filling each cavity 3/4 full. Bake until a skewered tooth pick comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Using a knife, unstick the sides of the muffins and remove from pan.

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Great for the economy

Local commerce is at the heart of any region’s economic vitality. When people shop close to home, they keep their community strong and vibrant by creating jobs and enabling services. In other words, by patronizing the businesses in your neighborhood, you’ll be helping to improve the overall quality of your life. So this year, shop smart during the holidays and encourage your locally owned businesses!

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Staying close to home can help you avoid a lot of frustration during the weeks leading up to the holidays. Nothing is more annoying than the inevitable slow crawl to and from large shopping malls and department stores, or the time spent roaming congested parking lot alleys looking for that elusive free spot. By visiting your lo­cal businesses, you’ll skip the aggravating traffic while reducing your gas consumption and carbon footprint in the pro­cess. And if you’re lucky enough, you could even run your errands on foot, which provides an added bonus for your health.

Premium service

Of course, shopping online or at big box stores can save you time and money. However, that pales in comparison to the personalized customer service you’ll re­ceive from your local businesses. A fashion consultant who already knows your tastes and style will help you pick out the perfect dress and matching accessories in a blink of an eye. What’s more, buying local will let you take advantage of exceptional after-sales services. Need to return an item? Not only is the store just around the corner, but the familiar faces behind the counter will also make the process as quick and as hassle-free as possible.

This Christmas GIVE THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING Subscription services are popping up in every niche under the sun and creating a whole new world of giftgiving possibilities. From the practical to the downright strange, you could easily find a subscription to dazzle everyone on your shopping list. Need some ideas?

Read on.

One kind of subscription service that’s exploding in popularity is the monthly box model. The idea: each month, the recipient gets to discover a curated selection of pro­ducts according to a predetermined theme. In other words, you can subscribe someone to just about anything: beauty products, baby and maternity items, craft supplies, underwear, tea, specialty foods, craft beer and ga­ming gear are just a few examples of products you can have delivered to your friends and family.

You can also go the traditional route with a magazine or news­paper subscription. Physical items aren’t the only thing you can sign up for: think specia­lized cable channels, music and movie streaming services or season passes for concert venues and amusement parks. And for the practical-minded, why not go with a monthly or yearlong public transit pass, or even a subscription to a roadside assistance service?

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In short, with a bit of imagination — and research — you’ll definitely be able to find the perfect subscription to please your brother, mother or significant other!

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Give a local taste to your holiday dishes

Expecting company for Christmas or New Year’s?

The shops and producers in your community have everything it takes to help you prepare a standout holiday meal.

***100% quality There’s no denying it: local foods are always fresher and more flavorful than those that have traveled thousands of miles. During this festive time of year, find the ingredients you need to create a feast fit for royalty — not

to mention unbeatable customer service — at your local produce market, bakery, butcher shop, fish market and cheese factory.

Make your way to your local pastry shop to discover desserts to die for. Swing by

your neighborhood candy shop or chocolate factory to stock up on bite-sized sweets.

Local specialty shops are chock-full of the finest products: liqueurs, oils, marinades, jellies, pastries and many more epicurean delights.

You’re sure to find a bit of everything to satisfy every palate.

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Here’s another idea!

If cooking isn’t your cup of tea or if your hectic schedule has you short on time, don’t hesitate to turn to a local catering service or a merchant that offers readyto-eat meals.

These lovingly prepared hors d’oeuvres, meat pies, pâtés, salads, sandwiches, stews and other traditional holiday treats can save you from having to slave away for hours in front of a hot stove.

La Conner Holiday Events Nov. 25Dec. 31 Dec. 2 Dec. 3 Dec. 3 Dec. 4 Dec. 8 Dec. 10

Victorian Christmas at the La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum Skagit Christmas at the Skagit County Historical Museum Festival of Tiny Trees at the La Conner Library Santa Breakfast at Maple Hall La Conner Community Tree Lighting in Gilkey Square Christmas is for Kids at the Skagit County Historical Museum “Jingle Belles” Ladies Night of Shopping Lighted Boat Parade along the Swinomish Channel

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For additional events and up-to-date information, visit LoveLaConner.com

Skagit Christmas November 25 through December 31, 2016 celebrate a Skagit Christmas!

special activities

November 26 and 27

Hilltop Holiday Craft Sale La Conner Civic Garden Club 11 to 5 Saturday, 11 to 3 Sunday Featuring handcrafts from local artists

December 1

Holiday Gala & Annual Appeal Kick Off 6 to 8 pm

December 3

11am-5pm: Christmas is for Kids (of all ages!)

Hands-on craft projects and cookie decorating

Skagit County Historical Museum

www.LoveLaConner.com 360.466.4778

501 S. 4th Street, La Conner, at the top of the hill

360.466.3365, Tues - Sun 11a-5p, skagitcounty.net/museum $5 Adults $10 Families $4 Srs & Kids 6-12 Members & Under 6 Yrs Free This project made possible by skagit County tourism funds

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This CHRISTMAS, slip some LOCAL talent under the tree! he best way to ensure that a loved one doesn’t receive the same gift twice is to offer him or her something truly unique. To find that one-of-a-kind item, set out to discover the countless talents of your local artists and artisans.

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Authenticity in 2D Run-of-the-mill reproductions of Van Gogh paintings and impersonal big-city panoramas are things of the past. Make no mistake: 2016 is the year of one-of-a-kind paintings, drawings and prints. Visit the studios, art galleries and coffee shops in your neighborhood to scope out your favorites. From abstract art to landscapes and portraits — created with acrylic, oil, ink or charcoal — these totally unique pieces are sure to impress. Furthermore, remember that by purchasing artwork from local creators, you’re directly contributing to the cultural enrichment of your community.

3D Finds Artisan workshops and craft fairs are filled with all sorts of treasures. Brass sculptures, ceramic dishes, wooden toys, upcycled clothing, handmade jewelry, stained glass, candles, books, rugs, leather objects and floral arrangements are just a few examples of artisanal creations you might find for your loved ones. Nothing beats receiving a gift with neither barcode nor Made in China sticker, wouldn’t you agree?

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The Gift of Music

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Nov. 26, 2016 Support local brick & mortar businesses that make your community great and Shop Local First!

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SKAGIT SYMPHONY

415 S. 1st Street, Mount Vernon WA 98273 (360) 848-9336 www.SkagitSymphony.com

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Come shop Island Styles!

We carry a wide selection of unique and affordable women’s casual fashions!

1006 6th St., Anacortes, WA 98221

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Everyone on your list deserves the best. That’s where we come in! From unique clothing and handmade jewelry to fine wine and local brews to books and calendars, your Co-op is the Valley’s one-stop shop. Give the gift of culinary adventure with a Co-op gift card. Available in any amount!

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We introduced the Dansk Collection to the Northwest in 1958

Surprise the music lovers in your life with tickets to a concert of beautiful orchestral music presented by Skagit Symphony!

Purchase tickets at the McIntyre Hall Box Office, (360) 416-7727, ext. 2 or www.McIntyreHall.com

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Small Business Saturday

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Local charts & maps on Italian marble… End, coffee & sofa tables… Wool rugs, desks, storage beds… Mirrors, floor & table lamps… Folding screens, pot racks, coat trees… Round sofas, hand woven baskets…

Quality at affordable prices!

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HISTORICAL MUSEUM 501 S. 4th St., La Conner At the top of the hill (360) 466-3365 skagitcounty.net/museum

919 Riverside Drive Mount Vernon (360) 424-8455 nwff.com

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Stunning Venue

Hallmark is in Skagit County!

Keepsake ornaments, wrap, cards & gifts galore!

Open M-F 9:30am-7pm, Sat 10am-6pm.

Stunning Venue, Exquisite Cuisine, Exceptional Service, Convenient Location, Event Planning Support, Full Beverage Service, Ample Free Parking, Lodging Packages & More!

Makers CoMpounding pHarMaCy & HaLLMark 839 S. Burlington Blvd.

Burlington, WA (360) 757-6677 makerscompounding.com in front of Haggen

Mcintyre hall 2501 E. College Way Mount Vernon (360) 416-7622 mcintyrehall.org

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Featuring handcrafted items created by local artists. Shop local! And celebrate Skagit History.

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What should you put under the tree to spoil your little fur ball?

Do you love your dog more than anything in the world? Would you not be able to live without cuddling with your cat? The following gift suggestions are aimed at all pet owners who are unabashedly crazy about their four-legged friends.

If you want to spoil your pet, keep its age and personality in mind. For

example, puppies and kittens, which have energy to spare and love to chew things, will adore a colorful toy that they can destroy to their heart’s content.

Is your loyal companion something of a four-legged foodie? Homemade Christmas cookies are a great bet. Go online or visit your local bookstore

to find pet-friendly recipes that are as nutritious as they are delicious. These treats are made with healthy ingredients like oats, eggs and fruit—you may even be tempted to take a few bites yourself (for quality control, of course)!

For an older, calmer pet, keep comfort in mind with a gift like a cozy bed

or a soft blanket. If Fido or Mittens hates the cold, pick out a snazzy outfit for trips outside. Specialized stores have a wide variety of options for you to choose from; think rain boots, jackets, sweaters and even snowsuits. Visit your local pet shops to browse a selection of irresistibly cute designs.

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1 A gift card for a video

game store, a prepaid game card or a subscription to an online gaming service (these unlock online multiplayer gaming and access to exclusive content like additional features)

2 A new game (find out

what they like and ask an employee at your local game store for suggestions based on that)

3 A high-quality wireless

headset with microphone

4 A new console (budget

permitting)

gift ideas to impress the gamer in your life Ah, video games. Is the world of consoles

and controllers uncharted territory for you? If you have a gamer on your holiday shopping list, have a look at these gift ideas for inspira-

5 For a PC gamer, a gam-

ing keyboard or mouse

tion. And remember: find out what gaming platform he or she uses and make sure that the gift you choose is compatible.

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6 A steering wheel for

racing games

7 Extra controllers to let

more friends in on the fun

8 A charging station for

wireless controllers

9 Books about the video

game industry (the history of video games or a cult game encyclopedia, for instance)

10 Clothing (t-shirts,

slippers, scarves) or other merchandise (figurines, plush toys, key chains, flash drives, beer steins, coffee mugs) related to their favorite games or characters

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604 Commercial Ave, Anacortes • (360) 755-3152 • thegoodstuff.com

and Gift 839 S. Burlington Blvd., Burlington 360.757.6677 • www.makerscompounding.com

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Holiday Hrs: 10 - 6 every day; Wed’s in December open until 7:30 pm

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The Good Stuff Arts Gallery Fine Art by Local Artists-Whimsical Gifts-Jewelry-Cards-Art Supplies

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Shop, Dine & Celebrate in Downtown Mount Vernon Stocking Stuffers

Shopping/Gifts

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Calico Creations elSage Designs Forte Chocolates Gretchens Herbs and Heirlooms Homeward Bound Kids Stuff Lyon’s Furniture Miss May’s Creative Learning Store Mount Vernon Red Apple Perry and Carlson Art Inspired Goods Perry and Carlson Gallery Petals By Linda Riverclay Studio Skagit Valley Food Co-op Sprouts Children’s Clothing Stamp and Coin Place Treasures Within Tri-Dee Arts Wildfibers Work Outfitters

Services Awakening Therapeutic Massage Bare Boutique Calm Water Massage Eye Candy Evolution Hair and Beauty Fred Lee’s Hairstyling Genesis Salon Good Vibes Body Art Hair & Body Mechanix Hair Quarters House of Style Boutique & Salon The Inkwell Tattoo Studio Ken’s Hairstyling The Loft Salon & Boutique Mountain Water Massage Ode to Learning Pacific Northwest Martial Arts Academy Per Dona Salon Pure Salon & Spa River City Screenprinting Wise Owl Clock Repair

Dining & Culture The Historic Lincoln Theatre Bill’s Diner C Square and the Third Street Cafe Calle Calico Cupboard Draft Pic’s Sports Bar & Grille Empire Ale House Mount Vernon Café Pacioni’s Italian Restaurant Pacioni’s Market Porterhouse West Coast Ales & Food Rachawadee Thai Cafe Ristretto Coffee Lounge & Wine Bar Shambala Ancient Grains Bakery Skagit Valley Food Co-op Taste of India Thai House Restaurant The Upcountry Trumpeter Public House Valley Shine Distillery

Antiques & Collectibles Babe Rainbow Dilly Dally Lost in the Groove Old Movie House Antiques Red Door Antique Mall Re-Feather Your Nest

Boutique Clothing Embellish House of Style Boutique & Salon Ryann Michele & Co. Skagit Running Company The Loft Salon & Boutique

Bookstores Easton’s Books The Tattered Page Bookstore

Jewelry Pavé Jewelry & Design Strauss Jewelers Treasures Within

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Shop Local for the Holidays in Historic Downtown Mount Vernon

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312 S First St., Downtown Mount Vernon 360.336.5598 • Open Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-5

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Gifts of Comfort & Joy

Never Ordinary.

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401 South First • Downtown Mount Vernon www.straussjewelers.com • 360-336-2843

YOUR CO- OP: WHERE FOOD ADVENTURE •MEETS COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP• SKAGITFOODCOOP.COM | WWW.CSQUARE.COOP | DOWNTOWN MOUNT VERNON | (360) 336-9777

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Naledi • Jewels by Star • Steven Kretchmer Diamonds & Custom Design

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Celtic Christmas Celebration

Custom Jewelry

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20% Discount

Featuring

and his This year give an heirloom in the making – a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry, 18 ct Green Gold, Munsteiner Tourmaline.

PORT OF ANACORTES

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Featuring Geoffrey Castle and his all star band.

One Show Only!

Wed. Dec. 14th at 6:30pm.

General Admission: FREE. VIP seating with donation of $25.

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General Admission: FREE. VIP seating with donation of $25.

Island Styles

Real Wood Real Quality

Dining | Bedroom | Entertainment | Home Office | Upholstery

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HOLIDAY DISH Orange and rosemary chicken legs Tender and succulent with a slight hint of citrus, this surprising dish is a guaranteed hit with your guests.

Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 2 hours Servings: 4 Ingredients • 1 tbsp. butter • 3 tbsp. olive oil • 4 big chicken legs • 2 onions, finely chopped • 1 tsp. curry powder • 3 tbsp. maple syrup • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped • 2 rosemary twigs • 1 cup chicken broth • 2 oranges, peeled (remove pith) and quartered • Salt and pepper, to taste • Thinly sliced oranges, to serve Directions Heat oven to 350 °F. Melt butter in a large casserole.

Add oil and brown chicken legs for about 5 minutes each side. Once golden, remove chicken from casserole and add onions, curry powder and maple syrup. Mix well and cook on low heat for a few minutes.

Put chicken back in casserole, add garlic, rosemary, broth and quartered oranges. Add salt and pepper.

Mix well. Cover and put in oven for 90 minutes.

Stir occasionally, basting the chicken legs with the broth. Serve on thinly sliced oranges and drizzle with cooking juices.

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Accompany Simply being there for someone who is facing a stressful situation — a medical appointment, for instance — can make a world of difference, especially for the elderly and the vulnerable.

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Coach Get involved in your community and have a blast while you’re at it! Offer to coach a local sports team to share your passion and skills with tomorrow’s all-stars.

ENTERTAIN If you’re a born performer, use your talent to brighten up the lives of those who need it most: refugees, inmates or orphans, for instance.

There are ways to

GIVE this holiday season

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MENTOR Share your knowledge and experience with someone who will put it to good use. Mentoring is a gratifying way to empower a young person whose professional aspirations are similar to yours.

TEACH Do you have a gift for languages, the arts, music or mathematics?

Sharing your craft or expertise for free with people of all ages and backgrounds is extremely rewarding.

SPONSOR From new immigrants to individuals with disabilities, there are lots of great people in your community who could use your support. As a bonus, becoming a sponsor often marks the beginning of a wonderful friendship.

NOURISH Help banish hunger from your community: make breakfast for underprivileged children, cook meals for the homeless or manage a food bank for low-income families.

SUPPORT Offer an attentive ear to someone who’s going through hard times. To find an opportunity to do so, look for an organization that recruits and trains volunteers for this kind of role.

Light Up Your Holidays!

Shop, Dine & Celebrate in

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Unique and fun gifts!

Stanwood’s Original Lefse & Kringle!! Ya Betcha!

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4-6 p.m.

noon-6 p.m.

HORSE-DRAWN WAGON RIDES

Holiday Tree Lighting

noon-2 p.m.

4:30 p.m., lot near Amtrak

plus a mini-horse & cart! noon-5 p.m.

Hours: Monday - Saturday 10 - 5 pm • Sunday 11 - 3 pm Viking Village • Stanwood • www.uffdashoppe.com

PHOTOS WITH SANTA CLAUS 3-5 p.m.

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Dec 10 ♦ ♦ � Nightly Festival � Holiday Theatre � Overnight Getaways

East Downtown Stanwood, 4-6 pm

AFTERNOON WITH SANTA 2-6 p.m., Dec. 10 C amano C enter Camano Center

19 Nights in December www.WarmBeachLights.com

GOOSE ON THE LOOSE HOLIDAY SHOPPING Get Your Discover Port Susan Bucks at the Stanwood Visitors Center and enjoy shopping with our holiday mascot, Lucille S. Goose!

Visit D i s c o v e r Po r t S u s a n . c o m

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Thanks to our sponsors, including The Lights of Christmas, the Stanwood Chamber of Commerce, Austin’s Lend-A-Hand, Coastal Community Bank, the Stanwood Camano Community Resource Center, the Stanwood Community and Senior Center and:

Light Up Your Holidays is a Discover Port Susan promotion, sponsored by the City of Stanwood and the Stanwood Chamber of Commerce.

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On the hunt for a gift to please an outdoorsy friend or family member? Whether the athlete on your list prefers to hike, cycle or paddle, the following gift ideas are sure to score a perfect ten.

For the hiking enthusiast Focus on equipment and accessories, like highquality headlamps, hiking socks, water filters, insulated water bottles, camping stoves and lighters, rainproof gear, compasses and retractable hiking poles.

Budget permitting, you could also consider a hand-held GPS tracker.

Sporty gift ideas for hikers, cyclists & kayakers For the cycling junkie Depending on your budget and on the needs of the cyclist you are looking to buy for, you could purchase

a pair of gloves or cycling socks, a new helmet, a maintenance kit or multipurpose tool, a GPS tracker, a bike camera or headlights. You can

also choose from a wide selection of books that are likely to be of interest, such as a guide to the region’s most beautiful bike paths or a book

about Tour de France history or world cycling legends.

For the kayaker Once again, you might consider a

book, especially if your favorite kayaker already has all of the equipment he or she needs. Otherwise, a compass, a flashlight, specialized clothing or a flare kit are all great gift ideas.

You could also go with a guided tour or a day pass to a park with an enchanting body of water that’s ideal for kayaking.

If you’re worried about making the wrong choice, you can always go the safe route by giving them a specialty store gift card. You can’t go wrong by letting them pick the gift that they really want!

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Gifts to enjoy down to the last drop

Coffee Latté mixes, flavored coffees, imported coffees, sustainable brands; there’s a wide range of specialty coffees available on the market today. Give someone a bag of their favorite blend, or help them discover something new!

Beer For the hops lover in your life, an assortment of locally brewed beers should do the trick.

Cider Sparkling or flat, iced or warm, cider has the ability to make all taste buds happy — as an aperitif or for dessert, or

Do your friends love to toast on special

even along with the main course!

occasions? Do they love sharing drinks with friends on a Friday night, or chasing away warm? Here are a few drinkable gift ideas they’re sure to love.

Hot chocolate Whether storebought or homemade (you’ll find tons of

the winter blues with a mug of something

recipe ideas online), nothing beats a soothing mug of hot chocolate on a cold winter day.

Tea Vanilla, caramel, peppermint, oolong, pu’erh, matcha, ginger—there’s a lot more than Earl Grey on today’s tea scene.

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Herbal teas Great for relaxation, digestion or simply warming up, herbal teas are renowned for their many virtues. Sweet, tart or spicy — what flavors do your friends

Wine and spirits Whether your friends prefer wine or brandy, you can’t go wrong by giving your hosts a nice bottle to share on a special occasion.

Are you looking for something unique?

Why not wrap up some artisanal soft drinks, or even a few bottles of luxury sparkling water?

and family most enjoy?

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HOLIDAY HOME & LIFESTYLE FAIR: Shop local for the holidays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at Burlington Parks and Recreation Center, 900 E. Fairhaven Ave. Book a party, buy products, browse locally made goods and learn about new companies. There will be raffles, coffee and snacks provided. Free admission. 360-755-9649 or burlingtonwa.gov/recreation.

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS: Check out the historic 1891 Gaches Mansion decorated in holiday splendor from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, Nov. 23-Dec. 30, at the La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum, 703 S. Second St., La Conner. $7 admission, $5 students and military with ID, free for members and ages 11 and younger. 360-466-4288 or laconnerquilts.com.

“SKAGIT CHRISTMAS”: Check out exhibits showing how early Skagitonians celebrated the Yuletide season Nov. 25-Dec. 31 at the Skagit County Historical Museum, 501 S. Fourth St., La Conner. Museum hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. $5, $4 seniors and ages 6 to 12, $10 families, free for members and ages 5 and younger. 360-466-3365 or skagit county.net/museum.

FESTIVAL OF TREES GALA: The Skagit Valley Hospital Foundation’s 28th annual Festival of Trees Gala and Auction will be held at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 26, at Skagit Center, Christ the King Church, 1000 Fountain St., Burlington. The gala and auction will includes hors d’oeuvres and beverages, live music and a live auc-

tion of designer-decorated trees and other items, designer wreaths, raffles and more. Tickets: $90 until Nov. 20, then $110. Proceeds will benefit Skagit Regional Health’s Skagit Valley Kidney Center.

• Breakfast at the North Pole: Enjoy a catered breakfast, professional photos with Santa, kids’ activities and more from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 25, at Skagit Center. $20, free for ages birth to 2.

• Family Festival Days: The Festival of Trees will be open for public viewing from noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27, at Skagit Center. View designer-decorated trees and enjoy kids’ activities, live entertainment and more. $5, free for ages birth to 2. 360814-5747 or skagitfestivaloftrees.org.

“THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER”: Anacortes Community Theatre presents a holiday favorite Nov. 25-Dec. 17 at 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or act theatre.com.

FATHER CHRISTMAS: Father Christmas will be in his red sleigh, nestled among the trees from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, in the South Greenhouse at Christianson’s Nursery, 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon. Come in your holiday finest and bring your camera to take keepsake photos. Free. 360-466-3821 or christiansonsnursery.com.

HOLIDAY TEA: Join Christianson’s Nursery for the 21st annual Holiday Tea and More event from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, at Christianson’s Nursery, 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon. Eat and drink tea, cider and assorted delicacies in the nursery’s 1888 schoolhouse while enjoying forest-themed decor, candlelight and the music of autoharpist

Bob Harper and violinist and cellist Dennis Burkhardt. Free. Donations benefit the La Conner Library Foundation. Reservations required. 360466-3821 or christiansonsnursery.com.

WREATH-MAKING WORKSHOP: Karen Harper will offer one-hour classes on holiday wreath-making on the hour from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 26, at Christianson’s Nursery, 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon. An array of greens are available for purchase or bring your own. $8, includes one wreath form. Wear warm clothing and bring your own pruners and gardening gloves. Reservations required: 466-3821 or 1-800-585-8200.

“A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL”: The Lincoln Theatre presents a musical production based on the 1983 movie classic Nov. 26-Dec. 10 at 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. Set in the 1940s in the fictional town of Hohman, Indiana, the musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts — an official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. $12-$24. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

PICTURES WITH SANTA: Noon to 3 p.m. Sundays, Nov. 27 and Dec. 4, Skagit Valley Gardens, 18923 Peter Johnson Road, Mount Vernon. Enjoy hot cider, cookies and more. Free, but donations will be accepted to benefit Friendship House in Mount Vernon.

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INDEPENDENT WREATH-MAKING: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily Nov. 27-Dec. 24, Christianson’s Nursery, 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon. Wreath forms and greens are available for purchase, or you may bring your own. Reservations required: 360-466-3821.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT: Enjoy a Celtic Christmas Celebration with violinist Geoffrey Castle at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, at the Concrete Theatre, 45920 Main St., Concrete. 360-9410403 or concrete-theatre.com.

THE LIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS: More than a million Christmas lights will be displayed at the annual Lights of Christmas, from 5 to 10 p.m. daily, Dec. 1-4, 8-11, 15-18, 20-23 and 26-28, at Warm Beach Camp, 20800 Marine Drive, Stanwood. The largest holiday light display in the Northwest covers 15 acres and features familyoriented entertainment, live music, theater, crafts, food, pony rides, a petting farm, Polar Express Train rides and overnight getaway options. General admission: $11-$16, free for ages birth to 3 years. Pay-what-you-can nights are offered Dec. 1, 8, 27 and 28. Season passes available. Theater events are extra. 800-228-6724 or thelightsofchristmas.com.

ANACORTES TREE LIGHTING: Celebrate the community Christmas tree lighting from 6 to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, at the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce, 819 Commercial Ave. The town crier, Santa Claus and students from local schools will perform. Free pictures with Santa and hot cocoa from the Salvation Army. Free. 360293-7911.

“THE NUTCRACKER”: Skagit Valley Academy of Dance presents its annual performance of this classic Christmas story Friday through Sunday, Dec. 2-4, at McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $20$37. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

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CHRISTMAS PARADE: The Anacortes Lions Club’s annual Christmas Parade will take place at 11 a.m.

Saturday, Dec. 3, along Commercial Avenue to Causland Memorial Park in Anacortes. Lineup begins at 10 a.m. anacortes.org.

SEDRO-WHOOLLEYVILLE’S MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS: The fun will start with pony and train rides, face painting and more at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, along with free crafts for kids by the SedroWoolley Boys & Girls Club. The tree lighting will get underway at 5 p.m., marking the start of the lighted Christmas parade. Prizes will be awarded in three categories: Best Lit, Best Musical and Best Themed. After the parade, kids can visit with Santa and get their pictures taken at the Sedro-Woolley Eagles Club, 1000 Metcalf St. 360-8551841 or sedro-woolley.com.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA: Enjoy pancakes and ham and holiday music from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3,

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Saturday, Dec. 3, Hillcrest Park Recreation Building, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon. Kids can shop for holiday gifts for everyone in the family — all priced at $5 or less. Free admission. 360-3366215.

HOLIDAY MOVIE: Enjoy a free holiday film screening at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at the Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. First-come, first-served seating. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

TREE LIGHTING, SANTA ARRIVES: Enjoy holiday music, caroling and the arrival of Santa Claus by antique fire truck to light the tree beginning at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at Gilkey Square in La Conner. Hot cider and

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CELEBRATE THE SEASON: Anacortes Schools Foundation will host “Celebrate the Season” from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3-4, at the Port of Anacortes Transit Event Center on First and Commercial Ave. Includes photos with Santa, crafts, holiday shopping, live entertainment, games and refreshments. On Sunday, the focus will be on gingerbread houses, when student and adult teams compete in designing and decorating houses for prizes. Younger children can decorate a mini-house to take home. The “Dream It Dinner” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, along with an auction and live music.

Tickets: $5 per person or $20 per family for the public events, $50 per person for the dinner fundraiser. Proceeds benefit enrichment programs for students in the Anacortes School District. 360-293-1200 or anacortes schoolsfoundation.org.

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CHRISTMAS IS FOR KIDS: Kids of all ages can enjoy hands-on crafts, cookie decorating and more from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, at the Skagit County Historical Museum, 501 S. Fourth St., La Conner. Also on display are special exhibits showing how early Skagitonians celebrated the Yuletide season. $5, $4 seniors and ages 6 to 12, $10 families, free for members and ages 5 and younger. 360-466-3365 or skagitcounty.net/museum.

COOKIES WITH MRS. CLAUS: 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, Concrete Theatre, 45920 Main St., Concrete. Free.

360-941-0403 or concrete-theatre.com.

CHRISTMAS PARADE, TREE LIGHTING: 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, down First Street in downtown Mount Vernon. Greet Santa afterward at the ceremonial tree lighting in Pine Square. Free. 360-336-3801 or mount vernondowntown.org.

TREE LIGHTING, ARRIVAL OF SANTA: Santa Claus will arrive to light the tree at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, at Alpha Park on Fairhaven Avenue, Burlington. Coffee, cocoa and treats will follow at the Visitor Information Center, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave. Free.

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SANTA’S WORKSHOP: The Skagit Valley Family YMCA will host Santa’s Workshop Family Night from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, at 215 E. Fulton St., Mount Vernon. Kids ages 3 to 12, with parents, can make holiday decorations, decorate cookies, take photos with Santa and more. Take a trip on Santa’s sleigh through the pool and warm up with hot apple cider and a

snack. $5 per child; bring a donation of nonperishable food, arts and crafts supplies, toiletries, and/or reusable water bottles to support the YMCA Oasis Teen Shelter. 360-336-9622 or j.farmer@skagitymca.org.

open house from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 10, at 1469 Silver Run Lane, Alger. Check out the club’s large, permanent HO- and N-scale indoor railroad layouts. Admission is by donation. whatcomskagitmrc.org.

HOLIDAY SYMPHONY CONCERT: The Skagit Symphony and Skagit Symphony Chorus will present their annual holiday concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, at McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. Advance tickets: $25-$45 from the McIntyre Hall box office, 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

HOLIDAY YOUTH CONCERT: The Mt. Baker/Fidalgo Youth Symphony will present “Holiday Jewels,” its annual holiday concert, at 1 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 10, at McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $5-$15. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS PAST: Celebrate the holidays with actor and paranormal investigator Chad Lindberg as he facilitates the communication with the spirits that call the museum home at 5 and 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 9 and 10, at the Sedro-Woolley Museum, 725 Murdock Street. Reservations required. $10 adults, $5 ages 10 and under. 360-855-2390.

WONDERLAND WALK: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 9-10, Washington Park, 6300 Sunset Ave., Anacortes. The park will be decorated in Christmas lights. Free. 360-293-1967 or cityofanacortes.org.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA: Children can enjoy a free breakfast of pancakes, sausage, fruit and milk or juice from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Sedro-Woolley Community Center, 703 Pacific St., Sedro-Woolley.

Santa will be on hand to talk with each child, bring a camera to take pictures.

The Cascade Middle School Choir will sing holiday tunes. Parent’s breakfast by donation.

MODEL RAILROAD OPEN HOUSE: The Whatcom-Skagit Model Railroad Club will host a special Christmas

LIGHTED BOAT PARADE: The Swinomish Yacht Club’s annual Lighted Boat Parade will begin around 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, departing from the north basin of the Port of Skagit marina in La Conner, turning south along the waterfront and ending up in Shelter Bay. This year’s theme is “A Whoville Christmas.” 360-770-5640 or swinomishyachtclub.org.

“HERALDING CHRISTMAS”: The Skagit Valley Chorale will present its annual holiday choral performance at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, at McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $16-$25. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

CELTIC YULETIDE: The 38th annual concert will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, at the Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. Join three generations of the Boulding family and friends for Celtic-flavored holiday music with singing, dancing, juggling, caroling, storytelling and more. $17-$26. $2 discount for seniors, students, children and Lincoln members.

360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: Enjoy Celtic holiday music along with cook-

ies, hot spiced cider, hot cocoa and a white elephant gift exchange at 3 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 12, at Littlefield Celtic Center, 1124 Cleaveland Ave., Mount Vernon. Treats and conversation will be from 3 to 5:30 p.m., and the optional gift exchange will begin at 5:30 p.m.

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Free. RSVP: celticarts.org/events.

WINTER CONCERT: The Mount Vernon High School choirs will present their annual Winter Concert at 4 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, at McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $3-$8. 360-416-7727 or mcintyre hall.org.

OPERA: “Amahl & The Night Visitors”: Pacific Northwest Opera, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16, McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $25, $10 children. Tickets: mcintyrehall.org or 360-416-7727, ext. 2.

“THE NUTCRACKER”: Northwest Ballet Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17-18, McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24-$35. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

MODEL RAILROAD OPEN HOUSE: The Whatcom-Skagit Model Railroad Club will host a special Christmas open house from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 18, at 1469 Silver Run Lane, Alger. Check out the club’s large, permanent HO- and N-scale indoor railroad layouts. Admission is by donation to maintain and expand the layouts. whatcomskagitmrc.org.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT: Bronn and Katherine Journey will present their final Christmas Concert at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 21, at McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon.

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