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5 Stay warm with fuzzy gifts 6 Get creative with gift cards
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7 Choosing between a DVD and Blu-ray
24 Fill up your stockings 28 Top toys for the season
8 Healthy gift ideas
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32 Ship your gifts on time 33 Local holiday happenings
18 A guide to holiday gadgets 19 Crafting gifts for family and friends 20 Top movies for adults
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With the winter chill settled in, there is nothing more comforting than a warm, fuzzy hat or scarf to wrap up in. Longmont company DohmIcebox has been handcrafting wool knit hats for the past 15 years. But what makes them different is their commitment to sustainability, which starts with the company’s line all made on antique knitting machines. Furthermore, the hats are made of woolly yarns produced in strict environmental standards. And to further show their commitment to the environment, they created a collection of upcycled items called Xob where no two items are alike. The pieces and parts of recycled wool are used to make the
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Creative Gifting A little imagination goes far in gift card baskets By Kimberly Crater Longmont Times-Call
Finding the perfect gift for everyone on your holiday list is hard enough. Finding a gift that is not only perfect, but also has that “wow” factor and doesn’t go over budget might as well be impossible. Sisters Erica Eggers and Cassy Potestio, who own Real Deals in Longmont, understand how challenging it can be to find that elusive perfect gift. Real Deals has inexpensive items that are unique and not available in most stores. The perfectly stacked rows of merchandise in many stores can be tough for shoppers to sift through. Deciding how to present the gift can be a larger challenge. At Real Deals they make sure all the items they sell are not
stacked on shelves, but instead displayed in the store how they might be seen in life outside the retail world. They often work with customers to help them create original ideas. While working with customers they get to know shoppers’ personal styles. “We can’t even call them customers, they are more like friends,” Eggers says. To create your own original gift, find small, unique items and combine them with a gift card for a personalized touch. For frenzied shoppers, gift cards are wonderful alternatives and budget savers. For some though, gift cards are too impersonal to give as gifts, especially to friends and family members. Creating a gift basket to accompany a gift card allows you to be creative and give a gift that will have the family talking until next year.
Let the creativity flow in gift basket creation If you need a little inspiration, think about combining a gift card with a more unique item. • For the handymen (or women) in your family, make a bouquet out of tools, like a hammer and screwdrivers. Add a gift card to a home improvement store so they can get exactly what they need for their next big project. • If someone in your family loves decorating and design, try giving a gift card to a home decorating store along with a subscription to an interior design maga-
zine. Try including a piece of home decor, like a large wall clock or decorative mirror, to inspire another great design. • Gift cards to coffee shops are always a hit. So for the early-risers on your Christmas list, add a mug or travel cup with a subscription to their favorite newspaper or magazine to read while they enjoy their fresh-brewed cup. • For the couple who is always too busy with the kids to take time out, give them everything they need for a date night. Combine a gift card to their fa-
vorite restaurant with one to a nearby movie theater, or add tickets to a concert or play. Include a handwritten certificate offering to watch their children for the evening so they can have the entire night to themselves. • The chefs and food lovers topping your list might appreciate a gift card to a grocery store. Create a basket including cooking essentials, like utensils and knives, with a unique kitchen accessory, like handmade stoneware or home decor to give their cooking space some flair.
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Blu-ray disc took top prize in the latest formatting war after edging out high definition-DVD last year. However, many consumers are still wondering what Blu-ray is and how it compares to the DVDs they already own. Blu-ray, started by Sony, is the newest technology in storage discs. People looking to upgrade their home entertainment system are “running” to Bluray, says Dylan Ham, operations senior at Best Buy in Longmont. Blu-ray players play high definition Blu-ray movies and standard DVDs. Deciding whether or not to spend the money on a Blu-ray player can be tough. Blu-ray does have higher quality picture and sound and offers more special features, but for LG Blu-ray player with 1080 output. some that is not always
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worth the cost. People who prefer to purchase and own their movies generally opt for a Blu-ray system. However, people who prefer renting their movies usually choose to stick with a standard DVD player or upgrade to an upconverting DVD player, Ham says. Upconverting DVD players fill in pixels to make the image appear more like a Blu-ray image. While the visual quality is better on an upconverting player, it is still lower than Blu-ray. While Blu-ray is considered the highest quality, they are expensive and the prices are not likely to drop soon, even during the holiday season. Blu-ray players can range from $150 for a low-end
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Along with the holidays comes indulgence. From rich foods to neglecting that healthy dose of daily exercise, holidays are often primed to lead to rigid New Year’s resolutions. When you’re out shopping for loved ones on your list, keep their health in mind. What if you could give the gift that tastes great or makes the body feel even better? Instead of worrying about what new video game will be the hot commodity this season, give the gift of health and fitness. Shauna Adler, sales associate and (Courtesy Lifetime Fitness) fitness enthusiast, and Mike Rosasco, manager, of Sports Authority in gestions for everyone on your list. Longmont, offered fitness gift sugThese gifts are a good way to jump start the fitness season that often starts in the new year. Here are some of their recommendations: • Heart rate monitors • Pedometers • Yoga kits, blocks and mats • Jump ropes • Kettlebells • Medicine balls • Resistance bands • Treadmills and elipticals • Bosu Ball • Perfect Push-up These are just a few ideas for gifts that are good to give, good to receive and convey hopeful messages of spending more holidays in the future with happier and healthier friends and family. Your healthy gift list might also include healthier holiday foods and snacks. Greg Leidich, general manager at Two Moms in the Raw in Lafayette, believes healthy and organic snacks, such as their sea crackers, are a great way to find a good balance during the holidays. When his wife, Shari Leidich, started the business with his sister and mother in 2006, she was dealing with health issues and wanted to use ingredients
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Continued from 8 that were good for the body. “My wife’s snacks are more than snacks because they come in beautiful packaging and an assortment of flavors,” Leidich says. “It’s good for anybody’s holiday because everything is raw, organic, with no added oils, no refined sugars and it’s vegan and kosher.” Here are a few snacks you can pick up from Two Moms in the Raw that are great for gift baskets and stocking stuffers. • Cranberry Granola – “We call them cranberry granola bars in a bag,” Leidich says. • Tomato Sea Crackers • Gluten Free Goji Berries – “Snack on it during your entire vacation from school,” Leidich says. “It’s a great treat to carry around for big kids and the whole family.” Healthier holiday gifting isn’t any less fun than other types of gifting and it could add a little more cheer to the holiday celebrations. “Don’t deprive yourself during the holidays, these snacks are just as rich as anything you will find out there and your body will thank you for it,” Leidich says. “When someone takes that extra effort to find a healthy alternative that tastes great, it’s kind of that next level of kindness and consideration.” Buying gifts that support and encourage health and wellness are great ways to show love and appreciation this holiday season and they are the gifts that keep on giving.
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Great gifts under $20
There’s no secret to why half of a person’s Christmas budget is spent on gifts – it makes people feel good to make others happy. For many people, the best part about Christmas is not only being with friends and family, but it’s about seeing the joy on one another’s faces as gifts are opened. Despite Christmas budgets not being as big this year, there are still great gifts to be had. Here are local gift ideas, all under $20, for everyone on your list.
For the Woman in Your Life Kitchen gifts are always popular around the holidays and are almost always a safe bet, says Kirsten Pellicer of Garden Acres Ace Hardware in Longmont. This year, try something a little different and don’t go for the usual pots, pans or blender. Try something out of the ordinary yet still practical. The battery-operated Multipeeler from Zyliss is one such gift and retails for $19.99 at Ace Hardware. If your gift receiver is more of the outdoorsy type, give them something they can use on a daily basis. The Soho Coffee Mug from Trek allows you to take your coffee with you. The added bonus: The mug is designed to fit into a bike bottle cage and retails for $14.98 at Bike & Hike in Longmont.
The multipeeler from Zyliss is available at Ace Hardware.
Give Him the Gift of Ease Everything we buy today is about making things easier and quicker to complete. So why not give him the Auto Wrench from Black and Decker, which retails for $19.99 at Ace Hardware. Fun tools like this make great gifts because people often won’t buy them for themselves, even though they are practical, Pellicer says. Keep with this philosophy and get your man a new bike lock from Trek. The Dreadlocks bike lock allows you to set your own combination so you don’t have to worry about forgetting. It retails for $16.98 at Bike & Hike. Helpful Kid Gifts Discard the doll or toy truck this season and think of gifts that offer practical play. The Cool Tools for Kids from Head Chefs will allow your little one to help out in the kitchen or play on their own. The kitchen utensils are brightly colored, and are decorated with faces,
The Soho Coffee Mug from Trek can be found at Bike & Hike. Above: The Cool Tools for Kids from Head Chefs are at Ace Hardware. Above left inset: Universal Ultrabright tail light from SERFAS is at Bike & Hike.
hands and legs. Each retails for $9.99 at Ace Hardware. Choose from a measuring cup, knife, whisk, stirring spoon, pastry brush, turner, spatula, sifter or measuring spoon. For kids who ride their bikes, help them accessorize with the Universal Ultrabright tail light from SERFAS. Kids will like the bright light associated with this gift, while parents can be reassured their kids are safe. They retail for $11.98 at Bike & Hike. So remember when shopping this holiday season that it is not about how much you spend, but the thought that is put into each and every gift you give this year.
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With twinkling lights and sparkles of glitter, the holiday season is full of magic and mystery with lights glowing up and down streets, and shops catching the eyes of passersby with shiny gifts in the window. While all colors and accents come and go, gold has proven to be a popular choice this year in clothing, accessories, jewelry and more. Linda Snyder, owner of Snyder Jewelers in Longmont, says yellow gold has made a return in decorating people’s fingers, necks and wrists. “People want bold and chunky jewelry that is not only beautiful, but functional as well,” she says. Functionality is key with many new selections of jewelry with adjustable necklaces that go from short and stylish to long and slender, all without changing
out the item. Reversible jewelry is another trend making its way into fashion. No longer do people want to carry silver and gold jewelry, they want one piece with both. Today’s jewelry designers are making necklaces, bracelets and earrings that flip from silver to gold easily, cutting down on the number of items people have to travel with or own. But gold isn’t enough for some people who crave something a little different, such is the case with colored gold. Chocolate, green, rose and black gold are made by adding alloys to the gold that
A gold designer inspired bag from Lillians with metal accents is the perfect accessory to any outfit.
Colored gold is a popular trend in jewelry, such as this braided chain from Snyder Jewelers in yellow and chocolate gold, and far right, the individual necklaces in yellow, green and chocolate gold.
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change the appearance for a stunning result in colored golds. While some people seek variations of gold, there are gifts that suit the traditionalists in all of us. Ron R Fine Jewelry in Longmont offers a selection of watches for both men and women, rings, earrings, money clips and more. Owner Ron Hogsett says two-tone jewelry has been especially popular, with both yellow and white gold used in a piece. Gifts of gold go beyond jewelry, however, with fashion accessories for women including handbags and headbands, as well as gold ties for men. Lillians in Longmont offers every woman something from fashion handbags to pashminas to accessories to finish off the look. Even check out the hottest new trend – flat wallets – that make organizing all of those cards and IDs a breeze. Owner Jill Smith says gold and peuter are the most popular sellers for accessories because they go with anything. As for men, gold gifts are numerous at Dillard’s in Longmont, from gold ties in various color tones to numerous other gifts.
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Two tone jewelry is popular among many buyers, according to Ron Hogsett of Ron R Fine Jewelry. This Roven Dino watch features white and yellow gold with gold lettering on a black face.
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Top: Gold accessories from Lillians include a flat wallet, coin purse, bracelet and earrings. Middle: Gold ties from Dillard’s. Bottom: This Longs Peak Pendant from Snyders Jewelry features rose gold and palladium.
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For the Kiddos “Wag” By Patrick McDonnel Another beautifully illustrated book by McDonnell, creator of the nationally syndicated comic strip, Mutts. Find out what makes a dog’s tail wag in this sweet dog tribute.
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The holidays are a great time to curl up with a good movie or an interesting book. Crank up the fireplace, grab a cup of hot chocolate and enjoy these top holiday books for adults, children and the whole family, courtesy Mandy King, marketing and promotions manager at Boulder Bookstore.
“Odd and the Frost Giants” By Neil Gaiman Find out what happens when a boy named Odd goes on a magical adventure with Norse Gods.
“The National Parks” By Dayton Duncan and Ken Burns In this companion volume to the 12-hour PBS series, Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan explore the history of national parks.
“The Lacuna” By Barbara Kingsolver Barbara Kingsolver is one fan favorite and this is her first novel in a couple of years, following her foray into non-fiction, “Animal Vegetable Miracle.”
“Where Men Win Glory” By Jon Krakauer From the bestselling author of “Into the Wild” and “Into Thin Air,” “Where Men Win Glory” is another great from Jon Krakauer. “He peels back the layers on the life of a heroic man and exposes truths about our society,” King says.
“Pride and Prejudice and Zombies” and “Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters.” These classics are mashed up with a little zombie and sea monster fun. “Even if you’re not a Jane Austen fan, these books will appeal to your sense of humor,” King says.
“Half Broke Horses” By Jeannette Walls Walls memoir, “The Glass Castle” delighted fans with its raw honesty. “Half Broke Horses” draws on family stories, such as the life of Walls’ fearless grandmother, Lily Smith.
“Spells” By Emily Gravett “Visually exciting, amazingly illustrated and cleverly written,” King says. “Spells” is a story about a frog that finds a book and wants to kiss a princess.
“Magician’s Elephants” By Kate DiCamillo Kate DiCamillo writes brilliantly in this tale about orphan Peter Augustus Duchene, his trip to a fortune teller and his linked future with an elephant.
“Catching Fire” By Suzanne Collins The sequel to Suzanne Collins’ “The Hunger Games” tantalizes readers with more stories of Katniss and Peeta and still leaves more to be told in the final book of the trilogy.
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As the wireless revolution continues to dominate our personal and professional lives, a laptop or netbook is a hot gift for those close to you this holiday season. Netbooks were even included in Amazon’s list of top holiday gifts last season and their popularity is only growing. But how do you know which laptop or netbook is best suited for your loved one? With so many options available, it is important to know the different features of each computer, as well as how the owner will be using it. “There is a wide variety of laptops and netbooks available today. Purchasing a new laptop can be daunting and overwhelming, especially when it is a holiday gift. Creating a list of must haves is a good way to start your search,” says Mark Grace, vice president of consumer business of Absolute Software, a company specializing in computer theft recovery, data protection and IT asset management. Absolute Software has developed a list of basic questions to help make choosing a laptop or netbook an easy part of your holiday shopping. • How will the laptop be used? Laptops are becoming more than just the family computer and are being used for movies, photos, gaming and
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Something for Everyone Gadget Grands More grandparents are joining the digital age. Help them get online and stay in touch with family by setting up a free family Web site at myfamily .com or familylobby.com. Give them the latest family photos on a digital photo frame, or help them talk to all the grandkids with free video calls through Skype. If their computer doesn’t have a built-in Web cam, you can get one for around $50.
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Not sure what to get the gadgetlover in your life? This quick gadget guide will give you the scoop on what to look for so you can spread some holiday cheer.
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E-book Reader What it is: A small, portable device that lets you download entire books, newspapers and magazines in digital format. Made to mimic ink and paper publications, you can read with ease any time, anywhere. You’ll find a range of prices and services with Sony Reader, Amazon Kindle, Cooler, iRex iLiad and Bookeen Cybook. What to look for: Long battery life and an easy-to-read screen. The reader should be easy to carry and must be readable even in bright sunlight.
Cell Phone Signal Booster What it is: A small electronic device that reduces dropped calls and improves cell phone signal by capturing the stronger signal from the outside and amplifying the signal indoors. What to look for: Make sure the signal booster meets the needs of the intended user. Think about: • How much mobility will they need – will they be working at their desk or within a larger area? • How many phones or devices need signal boosting, one or several? • Where does the reception need to
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Bluetooth Headset What it is: A wireless headset that lets you talk on the phone handsfree. You can find headsets from $20 and up. What to look for: • Make sure the headset runs the same version of Bluetooth that the user’s phone does. • If they wear glasses, look at inear headsets rather than those that go over the ears. • For extra clarity, consider a headset with a boom microphone.
Upgrade mom’s cell phone to a smart phone to help her manage family life with ease. If a smart phone isn’t in the budget, but she still needs a way to connect while on the move, look into a personal mobile e-mail device, such as a Peek Pronto, that lets her text and send e-mails from anywhere.
Road Warrior Know someone who’s on the road all the time? Make their drive easier with a GPS, more pleasant with a satellite radio subscription or safer with hands-free phone accessories.
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Color Trends • Traditional red and green will be the primary colors, with the green moving from lime green to a more traditional green such as forest green, avocado and Kelly green. • Glitz and sparkle will abound with the colors of silver and gold. Sparkle will also be added to traditional items to give them an expensive look. Motifs • Snowmen that are sweet and happy will remain strong, along with reindeer. • Birds, snowflakes, trees, retro critters and teddy bears. • A nature influence will show up in cones, leaves, berries, pine boughs and branches in neutral and classic combinations with texture, layers and embroidery. For more inspiration and ways to celebrate the season through crafting, visit your local craft store or go to www.craftplace.org.
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Photo Collage Courtesy of Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, Designed by Connie Glennon-Hall Paper maché letters: P, E, A, C, E Brown and red paints, 5 shades Sepia tone photos Scrapbook papers 1 package brown cardstock Chestnut ink pad Small bird nest Branch Brown and plaid ribbons, 2 widths Stickers: word, family themes Metal flower embellishments Flower punches Corner rounder Glue stick Paper trimmer Scissors Paintbrush Water Paper towels Foam plate
1. Print out 15 to 20 family photos in sepia tone. Paint each letter a shade of brownish-red found in the photos. Allow letters to dry. 3. Working with one letter at a time, create a composition that combines scrapbook paper with the photos trimmed to fit the area. Use corner rounder on some of the photos and paper. Ink the edges of each component, then glue in place. 4. Create a focal point on the letter “P” using a long photo and a long tag. Spell out the family name using stickers, punches and other inked embellishments, along with the branch, buttons and ribbon. Create a second focal point by filling a bird nest with leaves, flowers and buttons. Glue everything into the nest and then glue the nest in the open area of the letter “C.” 6. Add other embellishments, such as word stickers, punched and inked flowers and buttons on each of the other letters.
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Handmade holiday items bring a unique and personal touch to the season, making the giver and receiver feel special. This year, millions of families will be spending more time together creating low or no-cost crafts such as gifts, cards and decorations. In fact, the Craft & Hobby Association estimates that in almost 43 million U.S. households people will create handcrafted holiday gifts and decorations this year. “Crafting provides an opportunity to spend time with friends and family while creating unique, one-of-a-kind gifts that don’t need to cost a lot of money,” says CHA President and CEO Steve Berger. To inspire you, here are a few ideas from the CHA’s Designer Holiday Trend Report, and two projects to get you crafting this holiday season.
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Top 5 Adult Movies By Daelena Tinnin
Warm Holiday Drinks
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The holidays are a great time to curl up with a good movie. Crank up the fireplace, grab a cup of hot chocolate and enjoy these movie picks for adults, courtesy Colette Dervan, owner of Video Vault in Longmont.
Whether you are getting together with friends or family or enjoying a quiet evening at home, having a warm holiday drink can make it a very merry holiday season. Get into the spirit and try some of these great drink recipes to spice up any evening. – Summer Stair
“The Hangover” Releasing Dec. 15. What happens when a Vegas bachelor party goes awry and the groom goes missing? Be prepared for some outrageous humor along with a baby, a tiger and a missing tooth.
“Four Christmases” Enjoy Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon in a modern holiday classic about one couple’s crazy journey through four Christmas celebrations with their dysfunctional and funny families.
The Disaronno Mocha Italia Courtesy Superior Liquor Fresh Coffee 1 teaspoon instant hot cocoa mix Disaronno Liqueur Fresh Whipped Heavy Cream Chocolate Shavings Stir instant hot cocoa mix into three parts fresh coffee. Pour in 11/2 parts Disaronno Liqueur. Top with fresh whipped heavy cream and chocolate shavings.
Kentucky Mulled Cider Courtesy Twin Peaks Liquor 1 cup bourbon whisky 4 cups apple cider 1 lemon, sliced thin 6 cloves 1 /2 teaspoon ground allspice 2 small cinnamon sticks Apple slice for garnish Combine bourbon and cider. Add one thinly sliced lemon with rind, cloves, allspice and sticks of cinnamon. Heat to boiling and serve. Garnish with an apple slice and cinnamon stick.
Paris is Burning Courtesy Superior Liquor 2 ounces cognac 1 /2 ounce Chambord 1 lemon twist To heat in a microwave oven: Pour cognac and Chambord into a large snifter. Place in microwave oven and warm on high power for 20 seconds. Garnish with lemon twist. To heat on stovetop: Combine cognac and Chambord in nonreactive small sauce pan. Place over low heat and warm for 30 to 60 seconds. Watch carefully to ensure that the alcohol doesn’t ignite. Pour into a snifter and serve with lemon twist.
“Public Enemies” Releasing Dec. 8. Follow FBI agent, J.Edgar Hoover and Public Enemy No. 1 John Dillinger in an epic game of cat and mouse.
“Terminator Salvation” Judgement day has come and resistance leader John Conner is fighting to save his father and mankind.
“Angels and Demons” In the sequel to “The Da Vinci Code,” Tom Hanks reprises his role as Professor Robert Langdon and battles his way through catacombs and crypts to help save the four Cardinals who have been kidnapped by the Illuminati.
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Nothing captures the warmth of the holidays quite like the gentle glow of candlelight. This season, set the mood with delicious holiday scents and decorations by making fragrant candles your centerpiece. Mom and lifestyle expert Amy Clark says, “I love adding candles to my mantle or dining room table to create a cozy atmosphere.” Clark offers up simple tips to help you light up your home for the holidays with well-designed displays at an affordable price.
Choose a Festive Space Holiday centerpieces on the dining room table are a beautiful tradition. But don’t limit your creativity to just one place, including: • Mantle • Inside of the fireplace or on the hearth • Entry table • Bathroom • Kitchen A good rule of thumb is to take up no
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Cover Your Bases For surfaces that need to be protected from candle oils, heat and wax, choose an interesting base for the display. Trays, beveled mirrors and candle plates are often used. Candle Groupings Many designers believe that odd-numbered groupings are more pleasing to the eye than even-numbered ones. So gather candles in groups of three, five or seven. Creative Touches You don’t need to buy a lot of extras to make an attractive display. Look through what you already have to get inspired. With a little imagination, you can create holiday displays that make you feel a little merrier all season long. HG2-138250
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Sweet and slightly spicy, the taste of ginger has a way of stirring up fond memories of the holiday season. Imagine the warm aroma of gingerbread, slip back into childhood and remember fun-filled family gatherings in the kitchen. Embrace this classic flavor by baking up some treats this year. With one basic gingerbread dough recipe, two festive cookie variations are just a mixing bowl away. Whether the classic gingerbread man or a fun new interpretation inspired by the introduction of a chocolate “drop,” these flavor-packed treats merit a place in tomorrow’s memories of this holiday season. Gingerbread inspires whimsical creations for the entire family, and it’s easy to make this favorite sweet the centerpiece of any holiday gathering. The McCormick Kitchens suggest enlisting helpers of all ages to help mix and measure recipe ingredients
and lend a hand with the decorating, for a fun holiday activity. To get started, use the basic dough recipe to roll out a batch of Gingerbread Men. After baking, let the kids help pipe on simple vanilla frosting and decorate with traditional cinna-
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mon candies or raisins. Then, using the same dough recipe, bake up Gingerbread Whoopie Pies with Lemon Crème with marshmallow and lemon cream sandwiched between two ginger cookies.
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Gingerbread Whoopie Pies with Lemon Crème 1 recipe Gingerbread Cookie Dough 1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow cream 1 /4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, softened 4 ounces (1/2 package) cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Lemon Extract 1 cup crushed peppermint candies 1. Prepare 1 recipe Gingerbread Cookie Dough as directed. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in granulated sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. 3. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven 8 to 10 minutes or until edges of cookies just begin to brown. Remove to wire racks; cool completely. 4. Mix marshmallow cream, butter, cream cheese and extract in medium bowl until well blended. To assemble whoopie pies, place about 1 tablespoon filling on the flat side of 1 cookie. Top with a second cookie, pressing gently to spread the filling. Roll sides of whoopie pies in crushed candy. Repeat with remaining cookies. Refrigerate whoopie pies between layers of wax paper in airtight container up to 5 days. Makes 21/2 dozen.
and fluffy. Add molasses and egg; beat well. Gradually beat in flour mixture on low speed until well mixed. Press dough into a thick flat disk. Wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
3 cups flour 2 teaspoons McCormick Ground Ginger 1 teaspoon McCormick Ground Cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 /4 teaspoon McCormick Ground Nutmeg 1 /4 teaspoon salt 3 /4 cup (11/2 sticks) butter, softened 3 /4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 /2 cup molasses 1 egg Mix flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and salt in large bowl. Beat butter and brown sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light
Gingerbread Men Prepare 1 recipe Gingerbread Cookie Dough as directed. Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on lightly floured surface. Cut into gingerbread shapes with 5-inch cookie cutter. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake in preheated 350-degree oven 8 to 10 minutes or until edges of cookies are set and just begin to brown. Cool on baking sheets 1 to 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks; cool completely. Decorate cooled cookies with Colorful Royal Icing or as desired.
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Fill your stockings this year with Colorado made products. Mountain Mug cake and brownie mixes, $6.95; Colorado Christmas Crunch, $6.59; Zuberfizz Cola, $1.79; Pattty’s Fresh Jams, $7.50; Moose Legs, Chocolate Caramel pretzels, $5.95; Rocky Mountain Salsa, $3.95; Cow Chocolate bar, $2.25; Roberta’s Peppermint Bark, $6.95; Mini Pure Sugar Sticks, $1.95. Available from Mountain Man in Longmont.
French soaps fill the room with fragrance and leave your skin feeling silky smooth. These soaps are biodegradable and made of pure vegetable oils. Priced from $1.50 to $8 and available at Cheese Importers in Longmont.
Sothys Beauty Essentials Trial Kit is available in different skin types. This kit includes beauty milk, lotion, hydrating serum and light hydrating cream, $12. Available at Mystic Garden Spa and Salon in Longmont.
Holiday birds, $3.56, cheer up any home this season. Available at Real Deals in Longmont.
Never lose your keys with these great accessories. The key finder, $6, hangs on the edge of your purse making it easy to grab your keys and go. Another fun accessory is the purse hanger, $9, which unfolds and allows your purse to hang on the edge of a table instead of the back of a chair. Available at Lillians in Longmont.
Angel figurines are available in numerous sizes and models, from singing to playing the harp. Priced from $3.28 to $6.25 at Real Deals in Longmont.
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Polish up your nails with all the essentials, including oils and polish in petite sizes, $2. Or, try out this crystal file, $10 to $25. Available at Mystic Garden Spa and Salon in Longmont.
Deck your tree with this jolly Santa in Western attire, $3.28. Available at Real Deals in Longmont.
Try some gourmet foods that are sure to please anyone in your home. From left, Mitica Marcona Almonds in Rosemary Honey, $4.99; St. Dalfour James, $4.49; Noel Jam Chestnuts & Clementines, $8.99. Available at Cheese Importers in Longmont.
Thera Pearl packs take all the stress away with glycerine beads that are all natural and safe for children and pets. The packs are available in a variety of shapes, eye pack, oval and round. $8 to $13. Available at Mystic Garden Spa and Salon in Longmont.
Stay eco-friendly with this 100 percent recyclable stainless steel water bottle. This bottle offers 16 ounces of space, $11.95, but there are other sizes available, as well as an array of colors and designs. Available at Cayenne Kitchen in Longmont.
Catch a whif of these great gifts. Pomegranate & Fig hand soap, $9.95, and lotion, $12.50. Available at Cayenne Kitchen in Longmont.
Desiderio Chocolates – a Longmont company – makes treats wrapped individually for gift giving. Choose from Gooey Dark Bark, $4.25, or Caramel Brownie Marshmallows, $3.50. Available at Glacier Homemade Ice Cream and Gelato in Longmont.
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Redken hair care products are available in convenient travel sizes, making them ideal for stocking stuffer gifts. Choose from shampoo, conditioner and hair spray, $2 to $5.50 for men and women. Available at Mystic Garden Spa and Salon in Longmont.
Brew up some tea with these great stocking stuffer ideas. The Honey Ginseng Decaf tea, $14.75, is perfect to use with the tea tongs, $3.15, and the tea infuser, $5.45. Available at Cayenne Kitchen in Longmont.
Gourmet chocolates will put a smile on anyone’s face. From milk to dark and everything in between, these chocolates range from 50 cents to $10. Available at Cheese Importers in Longmont.
Mediterranean Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar fits nicely into any stocking, $11.99. Available at Cheese Importers in Longmont. Christmas ties get any man in the festive spirit, $39.50. Available at Dillard’s in Longmont.
This Grab & Go snack is perfect for anyone’s stocking. Available in different dips, including mustards and chocolates, it is priced at $4.95. Available at Cayenne Kitchen in Longmont.
Handmade chocolates by Desiderio Chocolates are so perfect they’re too good to eat. These award-winning chocolates, $1.95 each, are made in Longmont and available at Glacier Homemade Ice Cream and Gelato in Longmont.
100 percent Cashmere gloves will warm up anyone this season, $32. Available at Dillard’s in Longmont.
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For Dogs Madison’s Munchies is made here in Colorado – Longmont and Fort Lupton – and offers wholesome treats for dogs, $5.99 to $6.99. Available at Four Paws in Longmont.
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While times and trends change, one thing remains constant – every holiday season, kids dream of tearing the wrapping off their Christmas presents to reveal the toys that topped their wish lists. Toys“R”Us unveiled its annual Holiday Hot Toy List, filled with 36 new items that offer outstanding value in quality, price and play.
Laugh & Learn Learning Farm Babies and toddlers can have fun on the farm as they learn about animals, the alphabet, counting, opposites, colors and more in this double-sided role-play activity center.
Toys“R”Us announces 2009 holiday hot toy list Paperoni Deluxe Studio This mess-free set lets kids devise and craft animals, friendly faces and more using a child-friendly cutter that helps them effortlessly cut Paperoni paper rolls into six different lengths with the turn of a dial and the push of a lever. Bakugan Battle Brawlers New Vestroia Maxus Helios 7 in 1 Fans of Bakugan Battle Brawlers beware – the Maxus Helios Mega Bakugan has arrived. This ultimate fighter is formed by Continued on 29
Sesame Street The Original Tickle Me Elmo After more than a decade of bringing laughter to kids of all ages, The Original Tickle Me Elmo is back, exclusively at Toys“R”Us. Tickle him once and he’ll giggle. Tickle him twice and he’ll laugh. Tickle him three times and watch him convulse with laughter! Tonka Chuck & Friends Chuck My Talking Truck Chuck is a friendly little dump truck with the gift of gab, chatting while he works on his construction projects. With more than 40 phrases, sounds and actions, kids can lift his dump bed, press his roof or push his bumper to hear Chuck say phrases such as, “Time to find some dirt!” Disney Princess: Just One Kiss Princess Tiana Doll Stepping out of this holiday season’s highly-anticipated animated theatrical release from Disney Studios, The Princess and the Frog, Princess Tiana is ready to find her prince, even if she has to kiss a frog or two first.
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Text & Learn Little learners can explore in a grown-up way by mimicking how mom and dad use their Blackberries with this oversized version that provides educational fun through three different modes. Battle Strikers Turbo Tops Tournament Set Battle Strikers Turbo Tops put a new spin on battling tops by letting kids launch without ripcords or pull strings, while offering unprecedented control. Kids rev up the handheld turbo launcher, which reaches speeds of 6,000 RPM.
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Star Wars: The Clone Wars Clone Turbo Tank When the Clone Army protects Jedi during a rescue mission or helps overcome an attack from the Separatist Droid Army, the Clone Turbo Tank is part of the action. Bakugan Battle Brawlers Now video game players can heed the “call to brawl” with the first Bakugan game developed for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Playstation 2, Wii and Nintendo DS.
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The holidays are a great time to curl up with a good movie. Grab a cup of hot chocolate and enjoy these movie picks for children, courtesy Colette Dervan, owner of Video Vault in Longmont.
“Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” Releasing Dec. 8. The sixth installment of the Harry Potter series finds Harry, Ron and Hermoine finding love and danger.
“G-Force” Releasing Dec. 15. Enjoy a Disney family comedy with a highly trained team of guinea pigs on a quest to save the world after the FBI shuts their unit down.
“Up” Bring one of the biggest kid movies of the year home and bond with 78-year-old balloon salesman Carl Fredricksen and 8-year-old wilderness explorer Russell on their journey to a lost and magical world.
“Night of the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian” The hilarious comedy sequel features more living history as Larry Daley’s, night time friends are being retired to the archives of the Smithsonian Institute. “Santa Buddies” Follow the buddies to the North Pole as they try to save the spirit of Christmas and bring back the real meaning of the holiday around the world.
With family budgets a little tighter this year, many parents may be taking a closer look at their children’s toy lists. You still want to put smiles on their faces and build holiday memories, but you also want to make wise choices with lasting value. Play is important to your child’s development. Toys add magic and excitement to learning – about life, about how things work and about how to get along with others. And of course, as children grow, their skills and needs are continually changing. So keep that holiday wish list, but make sure it works hard for both you and your children. Take a closer look at the toys your child has requested or that you are considering. Will the toy allow your child to experience long-lasting playtime or a more complete play experience? Are there toys on the list that your kids will enjoy coming back to again and again – or will they lose interest after the first time they play with them? If you have several children, can the toys be enjoyed by siblings – or even the whole family? Child development expert Dr. Kathleen Alfano has several suggestions. Alfano is senior director of Child Research at Fisher-Price. “Toys don’t have to be expensive to benefit a child,” she says. “But playtime is an opportunity to promote every aspect of development, fostering physical, social,
Splatster, a new plug and play from Fisher-Price, children can explore their creative sides on their own by creating mess-free virtual masterpieces on their TV. (ARA/Fernando Diez)
emotional, language, cognitive and imaginative skills. Some toys develop all of these in an integrated way, while others focus on one or a few.” Alfano suggests looking for toys that enhance skills in different areas: • Solo play – helps children learn about themselves, fostering self-esteem, self-direction and values. With Splatster, a new plug and play from Fisher-Price, children can explore their creative sides on their own by creating mess-free virtual masterpieces on
their TV. • Team work – helps them practice social skills such as sharing, negotiating and cooperating with others. • Imagination – stimulates and enhances creativity and imagination, providing a rich resource for language development and social competence. • Physical activity and motor skills – promotes movement, improving eye-hand coordination and balance while increasing strength and agility.
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Just in time for the holiday season, Scholastic Storybook Treasures presents more than two magical holiday hours of story time fun with “The Night Before Christmas: The Special Edition,” a value-priced two-disc set featuring a dozen favorite heartwarming holiday chestnuts. The 12 colorfully animated tales included celebrate the winter holiday season, with stories about Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and other family celebrations. Narrated by Anthony Edwards, the ti-
tle story of “The Night Before Christmas” is based on Clement C. Moore’s beloved poem; Santa’s visit on a snowy Christmas Eve is beautifully brought to life with animated versions of Jan Brett’s exquisite illustrations and festive music. Brett’s original book sold more than one million copies. The DVD includes six more holiday stories, including “In the Month of Kislev,” “Seven Candles for Kwanzaa,” “Too Many Tamales,” “The Little Drummer Boy” and two Rosemary Wells classics, “Max’s Christmas” and “Morris’ Disappearing Bag.”
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With families spread out all over the country, shipping holiday gifts to loved ones is a part of the season’s traditions. And while Santa has done an admirable job of delivering holiday cheer for many seasons, he often gets an assist from helpers like Bill Yelle, a UPS driver for more than 16 years. “I might not have a long white beard and wear a bright red suit,” says Yelle. “But it’s always fun to see the smile on a customer’s face when I arrive with packages during the holidays.” To help your special gifts arrive intact and on time, there are a few simple things you can do.
Use the Right Packing Materials Use what the professionals use – sturdy, corrugated boxes, foam packaging peanuts and bubble pack – to protect your gifts. Leave enough space between items in the box, and wrap individual items with double cushioning if necessary. Allow at least 2 inches on all sides of the items being packed, including the bottom and the top. Place the item in the center of the box and fill the remaining space with additional packaging material. Check With the Experts If you have fragile or unusually shaped items to ship, or you just don’t have the time to get your packing and shipping done, it can pay to turn to the professionals. “I love this time of year,” says The UPS Store owner Mary Hart. “We put so much effort into helping our customers
ship their holiday gifts that we share their sense of excitement. We firmly believe the same care should go into shipping gifts as into selecting them.” For the do-it-yourselfers, Hart offers these simple tips: • Hart has had to perform a package intervention or two during her 25 years in the business. “People should never be embarrassed to ask for help,” she says. “We’re specially trained and certified packing professionals. We can handle any shipping job.” • One other essential thing to do – be an early bird. Waiting too long to ship packages can jeopardize their timely arrival and cost you a lot more money. Having to ship items via air takes a lot more out of your wallet, so plan ahead.
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Longmont Theatre Company gets into the holiday spirit Laugh, cry, gasp, groan and thoroughly enjoy yourself at Longmont Theatre Company’s performance of “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” at 513 Main St. See the show on Dec. 11, 12, 17, 18 and 19 at 7 p.m. or on Dec. 13 and 20 at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information, call 303-772-5200 or visit www.longmonttheatre.org. Celebrate Holiday chimes at First Congregational Church An event for peace on earth and good will to all, come and hear “A Voice, a Chime, a Chant Sublime” on Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church. Special guests are the Hand Bell Choir of Longs Peak United Methodist Church and the Longmont Children’s Chorale. For more information, call 303776-4940. Celebrate with the Hoverhome and St. Vrain Historical Society The community is invited to tour the Historic Hoverhome, decorated in a Raggedy Anne and Candy theme. Santa Claus will arrive for the event along with Mrs. Claus and their lead
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Plan your holiday shopping with help from the YMCA Shop until you drop with the help of the YMCA for it’s annual Parents Day Out on Dec. 13 from 1 to 4 p.m. Drop your kids off at the YMCA for crafts, a snack, games and activities. This event is for children 6 weeks and older. Advanced registration is required. Call 303-776-0370 or stop by the YMCA to register. Cost is $10 for children of members, $20 per child for non-members. Voices, handbells to be heard at Candlelight Festival Mark your calendars now for an evening of choral and handbell music at the 16th annual Tara Performing Arts High School’s Christmas Candlelight Festival. Set for the weekend of Dec. 18 through 20, the school is HG2-138302
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December 6, 2009 The Denver Zoo’s 18th annual Zoo Lights will be Dec. 11 through Jan. 3 from 5 to 9 p.m. (Courtesy Denver Zoo)
Light up the night at the Denver Zoo The Denver Zoo will host its 19th annual Zoo Lights, where wildlife meets wildlights Dec. 11 through Jan. 3 from 5 to 9 p.m. Denver Zoolights displays millions of sparkling lights, featuring glittering trees and animated animal light sculptures. Holiday entertainment, music, warming stations and refreshments make this event an annual family treat. Admission for the event is $8 for ages 12 to 64, $6 for adults 65 and older, $4 for children 3 to 11 and free for those 2 and younger. For more information, call 303-376-4800 or visit www.denver zoo.org. Get into the spirit with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra • A Colorado Christmas – The CSO Chorus and orchestra and Colorado Children’s Chorale will present the 26th anniversary of Denver’s premier holiday stage show on Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 12 at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 13 at 2:30 p.m. • Duke Ellington Orchestra presents “Big Band Christmas” on Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m. The legend lives on as Duke Ellington’s orchestra brings its big band style of jazz to Boettcher Concert Hall. This one night performance combines holiday favorites and Ellington classics like “Take the ‘A’ Train” for a program you won’t soon forget. • “Too Hot to Handel” – This holiday series will be the 12th anniversary celebration of a Denver holiday tradition: Marin Alsop’s Gospel Messiah. It’s classical meets gospel. It’s Handel meets the
groove factor – however you describe it, “Too Hot to Handel” is a Colorado tradition. Catch the event on Dec. 18 and 19 at 7:30 p.m. • Enjoy a Christmas with the von Trapp children, as the great-grandchildren of Capt. von Trapp come alive on the stage on Dec. 22 at 7:30 p.m. • “A Night in Vienna” – Ring in another new year with associate conductor Scott O’Neil and the best-loved waltzes, polkas and light classics of all time on Dec. 31 at 6:30 p.m. All performances for the Colorado Symphony Orchestra are at the Boettcher Concert Hall at the Denver Performing Arts Complex in Denver. For
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Celebrate New Year’s with a bang Welcome the arrival of 2010 with Denver’s New Year’s Eve fireworks show on Dec. 31 at 9 p.m. and midnight. The first show will entertain families and others looking for an early celebration, while the midnight show officially marks the start of the new year. Both shows are identical and are launched from sites along the 16th Street Mall. Come enjoy this free celebration to ring in the new year. For more information, call 303-534-6162 or visit www.downtowndenver.com.
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Santa is here! special Share your holiday wishes and get your photo taken with Santa and his elves. You’ll find them in North Court every day through December 24th. Nov 27 – Dec 24 Mon-Sat 11am-8pm Thur – S at 12-6p m Sun 11am-6pm Sun 12-5 pm
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