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5 Plan a cookie exchange 6 Choosing the perfect grill 8 Wrap up in a warm scarf

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10 Soothe your soul with tea

33 Herbs and spices offer gift solutions

12 Baking up holiday memories

33 Pumpkin treats to bake and share

14 Thrift store finds

35 The hottest tech gadgets this year

15 Toys that top the hit list

36 Ideas for the music maven

16 Gifts that are soft and cuddly

37 Take the stress out of decor

17 Make a tie blanket 18 Cooking up some kitchen gifts

32 Gift ideas for your sweetheart

38 Local holiday happenings

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42 Charitable giving

20 Treat yourself to luxury 21 Gifts for your elderly friends 22 Local foods make great giving

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26 Create custom greeting cards 27 Storybook classics released

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Summer Stair Specialty Publications Associate Editor sstair@times-call.com, 720-494-5429 Contributing Writers Lauren Feighery and Anna Taylor On the Cover Leah models scarves and a hat courtesy Dillard’s in Longmont. Photo by Paul Litman Design by Cyndi Adam Check out our digital edition at www.timescall.com/magazines.asp

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Kisses Cocoa Cookies Makes 54 cookies 1 cup (2 sticks) butter or margarine, softened 2 /3 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 12/3 cups all-purpose flour 1 /4 cup Hershey’s Cocoa 1 cup finely chopped pecans About 54 Hershey’s Kisses Powdered sugar

Beat butter, granulated sugar and vanilla in large bowl until creamy. Stir together flour and cocoa; gradually add to butter mixture, beating until blended. Add pecans; beat until well blended. Refrigerate dough about 1 hour or until firm enough to handle. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Remove wrappers from chocolates. Mold scant tablespoon of dough around each chocolate, covering completely. Shape into balls. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until set. Cool about 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely. Roll in powdered sugar. Roll in powdered sugar again just before serving, if desired.

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Makes 48 cookies 48 Hershey’s Kisses 1 /2 cup shortening 3 /4 cup Reese’s Creamy Peanut Butter 1 /3 cup granulated sugar 1 /3 cup packed light brown sugar 1 egg 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 11/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 /2 teaspoon salt Granulated sugar

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’Tis the season for delicious treats and festive gatherings. The fun of baking, sharing recipes and getting together for holiday parties such as a cookie exchange are what make the season extra-special. If you’re looking for party ideas, tips and recipes, visit www.HersheysCookies.com. It’s the ultimate online destination to find and share recipes, as well as learn hints and tips from Hershey’s baking expert Linda Stahl. “We’ve created the ultimate resource for holiday hosts this year – an online community where holiday entertaining enthusiasts can swap recipes, share photos and connect about their holiday baking traditions,” Stahl says. Plan your party this season by visiting the website where tasty recipes feature holiday staple baking ingredients such as Hershey’s Kisses brand chocolates, cocoa and baking chips. Visitors will also have an opportunity to apply to host one of 1,000 cookie exchanges. If selected, applicants will receive event party packs complete with the neces-

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Miss Market presents The Longmont Gift Giving Shopping She-Spree Sat., November 27, 11-7PM & Sun., November 28, 11-6PM. Located next to Santa and Art and Soul, this holiday event will feature over 50 booths brimming with fabulous products, gift ideas and deals!

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Remove wrappers from chocolates. Beat shortening and peanut butter in large bowl until well blended. Add 1/3 cup granulated sugar and brown sugar; beat until fluffy. Add egg, milk and vanilla; beat well. Stir together flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into peanut butter mixture. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in granulated sugar; place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Immediately press a chocolate into center of each cookie; cookie will crack around edges. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely.

sary ingredients to host the ultimate cookie exchange, including baking products, recipe booklets to share with guests and a special hostess gift. Stahl offers the following tips to host a cookie exchange: • Provide each guest with a sample recipe in their invitation. • Set up an e-mail list allowing guests to share what cookies they will bring, so duplicates aren’t an issue. • Once you know how many guests are coming, let party attendees know how many cookies to bring.

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Gas, Charcoal, Smoker or Electric? For a Crowd Pleaser...Go Gas Gas grills will give people the instant flame and convenience they seek, according to Linda Bertrand at Budget Home Center in Longmont. Easy to start and quick to preheat, gas grills are simple and clean. Many come with multiple heat zones and side burners to allow the entire meal to be cooked outdoors. At least two heat zones is desirable to be able to cook items at different temperatures. Gas grills also often have storage underneath, allowing for the propane tank to be neatly stowed and grill accessories to have a home.

For Barbecue Enthusiasts...Go Charcoal If you love that smokey flavor and crave the true barbecue experience, then splurge for a charcoal grill. Bertrand says charcoal grills will reach higher temperatures, while also maintaining lower temperatures for smoking. Charcoal grilling may take a little longer than gas, especially the warm-up time, but for most people it’s worth it. Charcoal or pellets is also the way to go if you’re looking for a smoker for long-term smoking and grilling flavor. Check out grills such as The Big Green Egg and Traeger for smoking options. However, if you’re looking for a grilling experience without the mess, charcoal may not be for you. The coals will need to be cleaned out often, and unless you’re careful, the soot can go everywhere.

Light the Fire Wrap up a grill for year-round enjoyment By Kristi Ritter • Photos by Paul Litman • Longmont Times-Call Grill season is year-round when you live in Colorado, as mild winters allow you to enjoy that sizzling taste of perfection almost anytime of the year. Even die-hard grillers can be found outdoors with snow falling around them tending to dinner on the grill. Steve Carson, general manager at Ace Hardware in Longmont, says grill season never ends for them, referring to the entire greenhouse out back full of grills. The holiday season is a great time to wrap up a grill for that special someone, or maybe even treat yourself. With so many options available for grill types, determining what best fits your lifestyle may require some thought and research. “Once you figure out who you’re shopping for, the next step is to determine whether you want a gas or charcoal grill,” Carson says. “We sell eight gas grills for every two charcoal ones, but charcoal is definitely making a comeback.” Why the resurgence? Carson believes it’s because people are doing more entertaining at home today and enjoy the opportunity to slow cook a barbecued meal to perfection. Charcoal grills also tend to be more for the real barbecue enthusiast, according to Carson who is just the type. “Barbecuing is a hobby and people get really passionate about it.” James Evig, contractor sales manager at Budget Home Center in Longmont, swears by the Traeger barbecue experience for the ultimate in grilling. While Budget stocks a selection of grills year-round, the Traeger is a grill designed with three settings: high and medium slow cooking, and a smoke setting for the option to hot-smoke food surrounding it in a fantastic smokey flavor. Traeger grills use natural wood pellets that are fed into the hopper from the firepot where air is added, acting like a miniature forge without the intense heat.

“The Traeger is a great option if you still want to grill, but also want to smoke a brisket through slow smoking,” Evig says. “They also work great at pulling out a lot of the fat without diminishing the flavor.” Another combo grill on the market is the Big Green Egg – a large ceramic egg-shaped grill, smoker and oven that is virtually indestructible under ordinary cooking conditions. Use it for grilling, smoking or even as an oven for appetizers and desserts. Carson says Ace carries several sizes of the Big Green Egg, and they are definite crowd pleasers. “They can sear a steak like a gas grill, while also cook a pizza like a wood fired grill.” The Big Green Egg is great for year-round cooking, handling temperatures from below zero to 1,800 degrees. And with a unique ceramic design that won’t rust, it’s great for fuel efficiency with no need to add more charcoal while cooking, and unburned charcoal can be reused. Overall, when you’re looking for a grill to decorate your patio space, consider your needs and who you’ll be cooking for. Carson says material also plays a role in the quality of grill you purchase. The more stainless steel parts you have on the grill, the better and longer it will last. Also consider the accessories and options you may use. If you’re not going to use the side burner, don’t invest in a grill with one. Maybe a grill with a rotisserie mount would better suit your grilling needs. Finally, buy the size you need. Grills today come in a variety of sizes based on your need and who you plan to cook for. Grilling is all about the experience. Enjoy it!

For Small Spaces and Indoor Grilling... Go Electric For people who are restricted in their grilling options, especially apartment dwellers, an electric grill is the way to go. The small, compact size is easy for a small patio or indoor use with little cleanup. The drawback? You won’t get that charcoal or smokey flavor, or a true sear. Electric grills also don’t cook at as high temperatures.


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Weber Spirit E-310 Gas Grill With three burners, this Weber is all about cooking up a serious grilled meal, and 536 inches of cooking space will maximize it. $479, Budget Home Center.

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Warmth Selecting the perfect scarf as a gift Story and Photos by Lauren Feighery • Longmont Times-Call

Finding the perfect scarf for that certain someone on your gift list can be difficult, but don’t fear, it’s possible to find just what you’re looking for. Scarves have evolved. No longer are they limited to keeping you warm, but they’ll also keep you fashionable. With numerous colors, heaps of fabrics and masses of lengths, scarves make great gifts this holiday. The trends to watch for this season include the new infinity scarf – a new style that wraps around your neck as one contin-

uous piece of fabric, animal prints and metallics for flair, according to Rebecca Effinger, assistant store manager at Dillard’s in Longmont. For an extra pop of color this winter, Effinger says bright blue and jeweled tones are the new instyle colors. If your struggling with fabric options, here’s a break down on which fabric to buy based on your needs, courtesy of Judy Steinkoenig, co-owner of Shuttles Spindles & Skeins in Boulder. Easy Care Look for anything labeled super wash, wool and cotton. Softness Look for a Merino wool, a special type of wool from a Merino sheep, cashmere and silk materials. Warmth For optimal warmth in the cold winter months look for animal fibers such as wool, alpaca, cashmere and mohare. Fashion For those fancy scarves with a little something extra look for silk, cotton, rayon and acrylic materials. Environmentally Friendly To wear some style while being kind to mother nature look for bamboo blends, tofu waste and soy silk materials.


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This wild zebra scarf is made of 95 percent rayon and 5 percent metallic and will keep you up to date with current trends. $28, Dillard’s.

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The Tweety Bird scarf is made of 100 percent peach fuzz yarn for a soft, feathery feel. $16.99, Kiwi Consignment in the Twin Peaks Mall.

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This blue teal wool blend scarf is made of 28 percent wool, 42 percent acrylic and 30 percent nylon, great for those cold winter days. $28, Dillard’s.

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Soothe your soul this holiday season

Time for Tea

Thermos tea tumbler with stainer included for tea seeping. $22.95, JAX.

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With a roaring fire in the background, there is nothing more relaxing than cuddling up in a fluffy blanket to enjoy a cup of tea that will warm the inner cockles of your soul. And for those who take the time to wait for the tea to seep, the aromas dance about the room, bringing comfort to those enjoying the cup. Tea has played an integral and aspired role in the lives of many people worldwide as the precious leaf was cherished in its China homeland for having a reputation as an elixir of life and essence of nature and well being. While tea has transpired into many forms throughout different countries, those here in the United States enjoy it as an alternative to coffee, served hot as a compliment to a meal or as a beverage throughout the day. Many Americans also choose to drink iced tea – an iconic symbol in the South – which often pairs great with outdoor cooking on the grill or sweetened with sugar for sweet tea. “For whatever reason, tea just seems to open people up to be ready to share in conversation,” says Cee Dolenc, owner of Thompson House Inn in Longmont, which has specialized in tea parties for the past 16 years at her tea room. “Tea parties are wonderful ways to entertain because you don’t have to provide a main dish, instead just little bites.” Atmosphere is also an integral part of

tea parties at the Thompson House Inn, set in a 19th century home built for J.B. Thompson, an early businessman in Longmont who wrote columns for the local newspaper. “This intimate location really opens people’s hearts to each other to visit,” Dolenc says. Tea time at the Inn is set using fine linens and china, flowers, tasty finger foods and often involves getting dressed up for an afternoon among friends. “Having tea is a fun way to pamper yourself,” she says. “There’s such comfort to this.” While regions worldwide serve a variety of teas, including black, green or oolong, people also use different flavorings like milk, sugar or herbs. The temperature and strength of the tea also varies. Chris Sheehan, an employee in the kitchen department at JAX in Lafayette, says tea and the gifts surrounding it have definitely grown in popularity. “People study it now, and it’s more than just tea time,” he says. If people are just getting started drinking tea, there are a variety of items to have as part of a collection. Wrap some up this holiday season by starting with unique tea pots and kettles, then add honey pots, diffusers, tea balls and of course, a never ending selection of tea varieties to try. It will enlighten your senses, and clear your mind and soul.

Stainless steel teabag holder. $7.99, Cayenne Kitchen in Longmont.

Republic of Tea, $10.50. Right: Two Leaves & A Bud, an Aspen tea company, assorted teas, $9.75. Cayenne Kitchen in Longmont.

Cast iron teapot by Unity. $37.95, Cayenne Kitchen in Longmont.

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Chantal Bridge Teakettle. $49.99, Cayenne Kitchen in Longmont.

Miniature honey pot and dipper. $6.95, JAX.


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Cranberry Grand Marnier Truffles Recipe courtesy of Robin Autorino from Robin Chocolates 1 /2 cup dried cranberries 11/2 tablespoons brandy

11/4 pound 72 percent dark chocolate 3 /4 cup cream

Macerate cranberries in brandy at least 30 minutes. Melt chocolate in microwave safe bowl on low heat in microwave checking every 30 seconds and stirring occasionally until melted. Fold cranberries into chocolate mixture. Stir in cream, lightly warming until completely blended. Pour into baking dish and let cool at room temperature. Use spoon or small ice cream scoop to scrape mixture into balls. Roll between palms to make smooth spheres. Roll balls in cocoa powder.

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Holiday Memories By Anna Taylor • Photos by Paul Litman • Longmont Times-Call Growing up it never felt like the holidays until the baking began. Because my mother has always been more of a cook than a pastry chef (and because of my overly developed sweet tooth), I quickly took a liking to the art of creating sweet treats at a young age. My earliest memories of baking were with my grandmother when she would visit during the holidays. We always made her signature ginger cookies that we would press with a special crystal glass to make pretty patterns on the top. As I got older, I learned how to bake pies and treats like brownies and fudge and from that point forth I was named the official treat maker for all holiday gatherings and gifts. To this day, it doesn’t feel like the holiday season has begun until I have my list of people to bake for, my favorite recipes on hand and supplies strewn across the counters. I love giving homemade treats as gifts for the people I care about because, to me, creating a delicious gift specifically for someone to enjoy shows my desire to give them something straight from my heart. This year, I decided to expand my treat-making repertoire to include other baked goods and homemade candy. “Bread makes a great gift because you can make it ahead of time and keep it in the freezer,” suggests Carol Wiggins from Stir It Up Cooking School in Boulder. There are a variety of breads to choose from, but some of her suggestions were pumpkin and zucchini.

I was also interested in learning to make homemade candy because I hadn’t done it before and thought it would be an edible item I could send to family and friends that live in other states. I visited with Robin Autorino from Robin Chocolates in Longmont to learn the ropes of candy making. “Many people are nervous about working with sugar because it gets really hot, but as long as you’re careful it’s extremely easy,” she explains. During my trip to her kitchen, she showed me the ins and outs of everything from lollipops to marzipan. We also made two of my favorite treats: truffles and peanut brittle. Both of the treats are classics, but Autorino adds little touches to spice them up like soaking dried cranberries in liqueur or adding baking soda to the brittle. “Adding the baking soda to the peanut brittle gives it a more airy texture,” she explains. Now that I have some new tips and tricks under my belt, I look forward to heading into this holiday season armed with new tasty treats to give my friends and family, as well as the classic recipes I grew up with. Even though I now do the holiday baking on my own, as I am putting my cookies, pies and other treats in the oven, I’ll think of my grandmother and the gift she gave me so many years ago: my love for baking.

Recipe courtesy of Robin Autorino from Robin Chocolates 11/2 cups sugar 3 /4 cup corn syrup 2 cups peanuts 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 /4 cup cocoa nibs

In a medium pot, bring sugar and corn syrup to a boil over medium heat. Using a candy thermometer bring mixture to 330 degrees. Add vanilla and baking soda stirring quickly. Pour in peanuts and mix to coat. Pour mixture onto silicone mat or wax paper and spread out. Quickly sprinkle nibs over top while mixture is still wet. Let cool at room temperature. Break the brittle into bite-sized pieces.


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Perfect Pumpkin Bread 2 teaspoons baking soda 11/2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 /2 teaspoon ground cloves

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour two 8-by-4 inch loaf pans. In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, water and sugar until well blended. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just blended. Pour into the prepared pans. Bake for about 50 minutes in the preheated oven. Loaves are done when toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. If desired, drizzle with glaze made from powdered sugar mixed with milk.

Easy-As Apple Pie Recipe courtesy of Bonnie Taylor 1 /2 cup sugar 1 /4 cup all-purpose flour 1 /2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 /2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 /8 teaspoon salt 8 medium tart apples thinly sliced and peeled 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 package refrigerated pie crust

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Heat oven to 425 degrees. Roll one pastry round into a 9-inch glass pie plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side. In large bowl, mix sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Stir in apples until well mixed. Pour into pastry-lined pie plate. Cut butter into small pieces and sprinkle over filling. Place the other pie crust over the top of mixture. Fold and roll the top edge under the lower edge, pressing on the rim to seal. Cut slits in the top to vent and brush with milk and sugar. To prevent over-browning, cover the edges with a 2- to 3-inch strip of foil. Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until crust is brown, removing foil for last 15 minutes of baking.

Grandma Olson’s Ginger Cookies Recipe courtesy of Betty Olson 1 /2 cup shortening, melted 2 cups sugar, plus some for rolling cookies in 1 /2 cup molasses 2 eggs 4 teaspoons baking soda 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon salt

Mix together shortening, sugar, molasses and eggs in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, mix together baking soda, flour, cloves, cinnamon, ginger and salt. Slowly add flour mixture to molasses and sugar mixture until blended. Roll batter into golfball-sized spheres and coat in sugar. Press down slightly with palm or glass and transfer to ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.

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By Summer Stair Longmont Times-Call

Buying second-hand gifts is a great way to keep holiday costs down this year. But how do you find that perfect gift and still make it special when it’s not new? The following advice will not only help you find a great gift, but deliver it, as well. Don’t Apologize This is one of the most important parts about giving a second-hand gift – don’t apologize for it. Stacey Lyon, store manager at The Orange Door in Longmont, says often those on the receiving end feel good about getting a second-hand gift because they know not a lot of money was spent on it. “I appreciate getting something you know people aren’t putting out a lot of money on,” she says. “It’s the little things that add up and mean the most.” Second-hand gift giving is also ideal for collectors. Since they are often seeking vintage items they already expect it to be used. Gerri Fitzgerald, owner of Savvy Seconds in Longmont, says shopping for a collector is ideal in a thrift store. “The stores are very eclectic and have a little bit of everything,” she says. Whether it’s albums, thimbles or vintage jewelry, you are sure to find it. Plan Ahead Shopping second hand can take time because you might have to look around for specific items. It is definitely not something you want to do the day before you need the gift, Lyon says. It is also important to know your budget and what you are willing to spend. “There are often upscale, name-brand items that are new,” Lyon says. These items may cost more than a person expects when they walk into a consignment or thrift store. Fitzgerald agrees that sometimes shoppers expect bottom prices, and while this

is often the case, items that have never been worn or that carry a brand name are going to carry a higher price. Keep An Open Mind While it’s important to have an idea of what you are looking for, it is also important to be flexible. Marti Schmauss, thrift store manager for the east and north Longmont Humane Society thrift stores, says people sometimes come in looking for something specific, but leave with 10 other things that are just as good. “It’s like a treasure hunt. You really have to browse and look through things and you might get something better than you originally thought.” Julie Kendall, who does the visual displays for The Orange Door, says the beauty of consignment shopping is the variety it offers. “You have to keep an open mind and you just might get something three times better,” she says. “Every piece is one-of-a-kind.” It’s Good For the Environment One of the best things about giving a second-hand gift is that it is good for the environment. “It’s about being green and recycling,” Fitzgerald says. “We can’t just toss everything, and this is a way to save, respect what we have and help Mother Earth.” Schmauss agrees that thrift stores are all about the community and offer a “circle of giving” that is continuous. “There are some really fabulous things to find,” Fitzgerald says. “And it can be the cool thing to do.”

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Whether it’s a teddy bear to love, a robe to keep you warm or a blanket to snuggle up in, receiving a gift that is soft and cuddly is always a delight. While some soft gifts are all about luxury, others can be personal and fun. At Build-A-Bear Workshop in Broomfield, people can create a unique, one-of-a kind teddy bear to give as a gift. Jill Saunders, director of bear and public relations at Build-A-Bear Workshop, says the process of building a bear allows a person to experience the teddy bear they are creating. “It offers a personal, creative and fun experience to create memories that can last a lifetime.” When first entering a workshop a person sees various stations abuzz with activity. Each station is unique and offers a little something extra to the building journey. Stations one will visit include Choose

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uneven edges so both pieces of fleece line up perfectly. Then, Beigel suggests placing your index and middle fingers down along the edge and cut on either side of them. This should create a strip that is about 1 inch wide. Cut the strips the length of the scissors blades. This will give you the perfect length to tie the top and bottom strips together; about 3 inches. Continue this process of cutting the strips along all four edges of the fleece. At each of the corners there will be a 3by-3 inch square where the strips overlap. Discard each of these squares or keep them for other crafts and projects. Once all of your strips are cut and the corners are removed, tie the top strips to the bottom strips with a double-knot. Once you’ve finished tying your blanket together it’s ready to be wrapped up and given to loved ones to snuggle up in and enjoy throughout winter months.

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For the cooking enthusiasts on your gift list, hone in on each person’s style of cooking and entertaining to find the perfect match from today’s ever-widening array of culinary tools and equipment. To help streamline your shopping this season, here are some new and recently launched products that are sure to get smiles and good use in the kitchen. Back to Basics Cooks The back to basics cook is always on the search for no-nonsense equipment that will help get meals on the table faster with minimal fuss. The elegant, utilitarian design of the new Anolon Wood Tools ($7 to $13 retail) will please the cook who craves simplicity and convenience. These natural beechwood tools will not scratch delicate cooking surfaces, and the modern, light-colored wood tone pairs well in both contemporary and traditional style kitchens. Another winning gift for the no-nonsense baker is the new gourmet-quality BonJour Bakeware, which includes eight basic pieces, as well as three specialty items ($10 to $25 retail). Designed for years of rigorous use, BonJour Bakeware is constructed of professional-weight aluminized steel with wire-reinforced

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rims for additional strength. The interior nonstick surface is the best quality available to home cooks, and the lighter exterior nonstick prevents over-browning and makes clean up super fast and easy. If you’re looking for a gift that will add sparkle to someone’s everyday cooking, consider the new vibrant red hue offered in the popular Rachael Ray Porcelain Enamel Nonstick Cookware ($160 for the 10-piece set). Grippy silicone handles in matching red are comfortable and oven safe to 400 degrees while tempered glass lids allow for monitoring of foods without lifting the lid. Locavore Cooks and Entertainers Sophisticated foodies are becoming increasingly keen on using seasonal, locally grown and produced ingredients, whether purchased from the supermarket, farmer’s market or picked from

their own backyard. Encourage their dedication to preparing fresh and delicious meals from scratch by shopping for gifts that are top-notch in quality and performance, and built to last. For example, Anolon Ultra Clad Cookware ($400 retail for the 10-piece set) provides all the benefits of professional-style clad metal cookware with added convenience features. It’s made with three permanently bonded layers of metals for optimum cooking performance, including a thick core of aluminum for fast and even heating and a stainless steel cooking surface that won’t react with acidic foods. For cooks who are partial to using traditional culinary tools, there’s the new BonJour Mezzaluna and Cutting Board ($40 retail). A staple in European home kitchens for centuries, the mezzaluna has two extra sharp blades for dicing and mincing fresh herbs, nuts and other ingredients with precision and speed. The updated and contemporary beechwood cutting board includes a concave basin to corral ingredients for chopping, and the reverse, flat side can be used to slice bread. Heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil is a favorite ingredient of Food Network star Rachael Ray, who coined

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the dinner menu. Make it easy for anyone to enjoy this healthy cooking method with a gift of the new and generously sized Circulon Elite Platinum 14-inch Open Stir Fry ($50 retail). The heavy-gauge, hard-anodized pan has a durable nonstick cooking surface that prevents foods from sticking, even when little oil is used – a bonus when trying to trim calories. Bakeware is not just for desserts. Cookie pans and jelly roll pans can be pressed to do double duty for healthy, oven-baked “fries,” oven-roasted chicken breasts, meatballs, salmon steaks and more. The new Circulon 25th Anniver-

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By Kristi Ritter • Photos by Paul Litman • Longmont Times-Call In the midst of hectic schedules and daily routines that keep things moving fast, people often forget about the importance of pampering themselves. Taking time to enjoy a soothing spa treatment, soak up some new hair care products or even relax in a bathtub with handcrafted soaps can let all the stress from the day melt away. “I think a lot of times we’re so busy and stress builds up. It’s important to just stop and take time to find a way to relax, sit back and treat yourself,” says Cindy Jones, owner of Sagescript Institute, a Longmont-based company specializing in growing herbs to create body products like creams, lotions, cleansers and more. Jones believes that a nice herbal bath, steam facial or foot soak can really help a person deal with their stress level. “Herbs add a lot of nutrients that the skin needs, and all of my products have herb extracts in them,” she says, referring to Colorado Aromatics, her own line of skin care products designed for those who live in Colorado. Jones grows herbs on her farm that focuses in sustainable agricultural practices using no pesticides or herbicides. Many of the oils used are also organic, resulting in products that are safe

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Grandma and Grandpa have always spoiled you. They always seemed to hand you the perfect little surprise when you were a child, and now that they are getting on in years, you want to return the favor. They’re older now, and maybe their sight isn’t as good as it once was – or their hearing or mobility. They already have a house full of dust-catching colA child’s handprint and signature on a wall hanging will lectibles, or maybe they live touch the heart of the elderly person on your gift list. in a residence and the room (Creators.com/Courtesy of Jeannie M. Bush) is furnished already. They deserve a gift that has some meaning, don’t they? Your older relatives may need accesSome people at 70 are fit and exercise sories, such as walking aids, to assist daily, whereas others are sick, bedridden them in their daily activities, but that or frail and require assisted care. doesn’t mean they have to give up a “If there’s one thing I hear over and great appearance or feeling good about over from our customers it’s that many themselves. Designers are giving special of the pleasurable activities they once care to everyday products for older peotook for granted have been taken away ple. For example, Omhu is launching because of sight and hearing impairits first designer product, a stylish cane. ments. Products and gifts that help the A loss of independence and taking a elderly re-engage with friends, family fall are the top two fears of older adults, and favorite entertainments mean the but many are hesitant to buy things that world to this community,” says Irwin would help them, which is why the new Schneidmill, president of Independent Wellcore system may be the perfect gift Living Aids. for an older parent this year. The system Jeannie M. Bush, owner of Quilting includes new motion-detection technolFrom My Heart, advises gift givers to ogy to monitor day-to-day activities. take a realistic look at a person’s physical abilities and lifestyle before deciding Gifts that help preserve memories, on a gift. For instance, choose largesuch as photo albums, quilts made from print or audio books for recipients with special fabrics (old dresses, curtains, vision difficulties, amplified remote upholstery covers), audio recordings headsets for the hearing-impaired or and grandchildren’s handprints sewn other accessories to help compensate. onto wall hangings, will be great Those living in community situations sources of comfort for an aging relative may enjoy personalized gifts that will who misses family. If the elderly gift rehelp to make the space “their own” or cipient is unable to be present at family gifts built on memories to keep their weddings or other special affairs, conloved ones closer. sider filling a digital photo frame with Comfort gifts are always appreciated. several pictures recording the event. Think about moisturizing skin lotions, a One more option for the giftee who new pair of slippers or a gift certificate has “everything” already is a donation for a foot massage or back rub. New pilto his or her favorite charity made in his lows, blankets and pajamas also make or her honor. For someone with a good holiday presents. Heating pads with automatic turnoff or massaging pil- kitchen, a gift basket of favorite teas or coffees or fixings for a meal (such as lows to fit a favorite chair also may pasta and sauce) can be a special gift. work. Gift certificates for online shopWhen all is said and done, the most ping or coupons redeemable by taking precious gift of all is your time and the recipient to the mall or a favorite companionship. store are useful, too.

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Get your Madhava honey in a variety of types: alfalfa, clover and wildflower. Varying from a 12- to 96-ounce container, prices range from $3.30 to $19. Even opt to fill your own honey for $2.89 per pound. Nectar is available in a variety of options, from nonflavored light and amber, to flavors like amaretto, blueberry, cappuccino, hazelnut, Irish creme, maple, raspberry and vanilla. Sizes vary from 11.75 to 176 ounces, and prices range from $2.80 to $27.50.

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Everyone has to eat, right? So why not buy some local food products as gifts this year. Your friends or loved ones will treasure your presents once the gooey cookie or melted cheese hits their mouth. You have several options for food gifts made right here in Boulder County. Not only will you be helping your community’s economy by buying locally, but you’ll also have great gifts to give for the holidays.

Something Sweet Specializing in honey and nectar, Madhava has been a part of the local economy for more than 31 years. While many of Madhava’s products are available nationwide at grocery and specialty stores, the onsite store at Madhava in Lyons may offer a little bit of a discount on these yummy treats, according to Maryann Schrobilgen, sales specialist at Madhava. Show your love for Colorado by buying Madhava honey, since local beekeepers supply the company with honey that is packaged in the Lyons plant and in a second location near Parachute, Colo. Honey and nectar are used and packaged in multiple ways, including syrup, barbecue sauce, dressing, marinade, and other sugar products additions and replacements. 4689 Ute Highway, Longmont, 303-823-5166, www.madhavahoney.com

Gluten Free Pastries & the Sauce of Life Longmont-based Stone Table Catering now offers a newly built breakfast-lunch restaurant. In addition, Stone Table is the only gluten free caterer in Boulder County, according to Mark Alexander, owner and founder. Winning numerous awards for their food, he says the best part is that people can eat a

Stone Table Catering offers gluten free desserts for everyone on your holiday gift list. Try their coffee cake for $15, salsa ranging from $5 to $8, green chili from $5 to $10, or even the salsa gift basket, $15 small, $20 large. And don’t forget, the salsa comes in your temperature likeness – mild, medium and hot.

delicious meal and not even realize it’s gluten free. Alexander specializes in gluten free pastries, but also creates salsas, food dishes and his unique chocolate covered potato chips. The idea to create a gluten free food business was inspired by Alexander’s wife, who has an intolerance to gluten. His wife also named the salsa, Salsa De Vida, which means the sauce of life. And with the option to have their salsa shipped directly to your recipient, your salsa gift can surprise friends from far away or close by. Salsa baskets are also available with a serving bowl, basket, salsa and chips. With those food loving gluten free friends, send them treats from Stone Table without any compromise in taste. 1442 Nelson Road, Longmont, 720-936-6598

Scrumptious Baked Goods Eskimo Barbee’s Baked Goods is a new Longmont bakery created by Mel Adolph offering homemade baked goods. Specializing in cupcakes for miniature bite-sized desserts, Adolph also bakes up cookies, pies, cakes, brownies and other treats. Choose to pick up baked goods or have them delivered within Longmont by calling or faxing an order. If you’re wanting to send loved ones some sweet treats this season, baking and getting them packaged up may be


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Baked goods from Eskimo Barbee’s will please any of your gift recipients this holiday season. Try some of their specialty cupcakes purchased by the dozen ranging in price from $18 to $74. Or, sink your teeth into chocolate chip cookies. For 20 cookies it’ll cost $12.

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Haystack Mountain Goat Dairy offers a variety of tastes for everyone. Check out these options which include the chevre, $5 to $9; the feta, $5 for a 4-ounce serving; and even the Aspen Ash Wheel for $17.

too time consuming. Eskimo Barbee’s offers an online site where people can order their goodies and have them shipped directly to the recipient.

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Tasty Nut Butters If you’ve got a peanut butter lover on your gift shopping list, then think no further than Boulder-based Justin’s Nut Butter. Whipping up various nut butters – peanut, almond and hazelnut – Justin’s is the perfect gift for anyone. Found in various grocery and retail stories, as well as through the website, Justin’s comes in a variety of sizes, from individual squeeze packets to jars of ooey goodness to the company’s recent peanut butter cup. Started in 2002, Justin’s eight flavors is all natural made with local products whenever possible and ground through a process to ensure the best flavor and taste. The squeeze packets are good stocking stuffers and work well for a quick protein boost while camping or working out, while the jars will put a smile on any peanut, almond or hazelnut lover’s face. With great reviews, Justin’s has been featured in

Cheesy Goodness Right here in Longmont, Haystack Mountain Goat Dairy sells cheeses of all sorts to tempt the palate. While many of Haystack’s unique flavors can be found in retail stores, the company’s Longmont offices sell

some unique tastes you might not find anywhere else. Winning awards for its feta, Haystack peak, red cloud and dill, camembert cheese and garlic chevre log in 2009, Haystack prides itself in quality goat cheese. For that unique cheese gift for those cheese addicts, Haystack is a great local place to find cheese they probably haven’t tried. With such a variety, cheese connoisseurs and friends who just really like cheese will love that wrapped up wedge. 1121 Colorado Ave., Longmont, 720-494-8714

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Gifts for the sports enthusiast By Summer Stair Longmont Times-Call

Everyone has a sports enthusiast in the family or knows someone who does and that’s why finding the perfect gift for them to use doing their favorite hobby is so important. Chris Martin, store manager at Play It Again Sports in Longmont, says it is important to know if you are buying for a beginner or not because that could dictate whether you want to buy used or new items. “The advantage of buying used is the price is about half of what you would spend for it new,” Martin says. “And if it’s used and you decide you like it, bring it back next year and trade it in for something new.” Martin says buying used is practical, although consumers need to realize they are sacrificing any kind of warranty. “For a lot of people, this doesn’t matter if the price is right.” While all used items at Play It Again Sports are all in good condition, Martin says there are some items that do well when purchased used, including junior golf sets, snowboard combos, sports package sets, disc golf, snow shoes and poles, hockey and figure skates, and exercise equipment for New Year’s resolutions. Scott Patton, store manager at Dick’s Sporting Goods in Longmont, says picking out athletic gifts is easy as long as the person shopping knows the age, gender, height, sports and position the person plays. “You have to know how the person spends their time,” he says. “We can match up to their position and team color.” Not every athletic gift has to be for a person involved in sports, but can include outerwear for snow sports, indoor table games, camping, hunting, running or even sports memorabilia for sports fans, Patton says. The following athletic gifts from Play It Again Sports and Dick’s Sporting Goods are sure to be a home run.

Nikon Action 10-by-50 binoculars can be enjoyed in multiple ways whether watching a game, hunting or sight seeing. Dick’s Sporting Goods, $89.99 to $109.99.

Used figure skates and hockey skates make an ideal gift. Available at Play It Again Sports.

Used junior golf club sets are an ideal gift for a beginner. Available at Play It Again Sports.

The Leatherman Freestyle is great for the hunter. Dick’s Sporting Goods, $39.99.

Combo snowboard sets, which include the board, bindings and boots, will get your winter sports fan out on the slopes. Available at Play It Again Sports. Photos by Paul Litman/Times-Call

Whether it’s a stocking stuffer or a main gift, practical gifts such as these are great for campers, backpackers and hikers alike. Nalgene 20-ounce sport bottle, $13.99; Camelbak 25-ounce sports bottle, $13.99; Princetontec Remix head lamp, $44.99; Mini Maglite $12.99; Helena Camelbak $84.99.


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Storybook classics ideal for childrens’ gift giving One hundred award-winning and classic children’s stories are faithfully adapted and brought to rich life in “The Scholastic Treasury of 100 Storybook Classics, Volume 2,� a comprehensive 17-DVD collection. From Goodnight Moon and the beloved adventures of Corduroy to Red Riding Hood, this colossal set features nearly 20 hours of quality entertainment which together have won more than 115 awards including the prestigious Caldecott Medal and Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Children’s Video. Packed with celebrity narration from stars such as Zach Braff, Abigail Bresline, Stockard Channing, Mia Farrow, Cyndi Lauper, John Lithgow and many others, this must-have gift set also features Scholastic’s innovative read-along function that highlights words as they are read, supporting early literacy skills. Bonus features include nine stories in Spanish, discussion questions, sign language vocabulary, comprehensive quizzes and read-along. It’s available through Amazon and retailers nationwide. – Special to the Times-Call

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Every holiday season, parents look forward to finding the perfect presents that will wow their kids and elicit cheers of excitement when the wrapping paper is torn off on Christmas morning. To provide gift-givers with a starting point in developing their holiday shopping checklists, Toys“R”Us unveiled its annual Holiday Hot Toy List. Here’s a glimpse at a few of those items. For the complete list, visit toysrus.com.

Disney Dance Star Mickey Fisher-Price Kids can get into the groove with their fun-loving pal, Mickey Mouse as he takes over the dance floor. Just by pressing Mickey’s foot, the marvelous mouse comes to life as he dances along to one of six different songs in a variety of musical stylings.

Baby’s First Christmas Go Baby Go Stride-to-Ride Dino Fisher-Price There to assist little ones as they begin to take their first steps, this friendly-faced prehistoric pal will have tiny tots stomping along in no time. Ocean Wonders Deep Blue Sea Table Fisher-Price Loaded with fun ocean-themed activities for babies and toddlers, this Toys“R”Us exclusive starts an under-sea adventure when children roll the ball – with a friendly fish inside – to activate sounds, lights, music and more.

Lil’ Zoomers Spinnin’ Sounds Speedway Fisher-Price Kids can make the easy-to-grasp, shake-androll cars travel down a ramp and into a light-up raceway where they whiz and swirl around until the spinning action sends each vehicle through the exit. Ladybug Smart Trike SmarTrike Whether going on a stroll with Mom and Dad or learning how to ride a tricycle, little ones will love this red and black-themed grow-with-me tricycle that offers three distinct modes and is available exclusively at Toys“R”Us. Featuring a full metal frame and handle, parents can push their children around town using the adjustable handle.

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2 to 4 years Baby Alive Bouncin’ Babbles Hasbro Little ones will love playing “mommy” to this energetic doll that moves and makes babbling sounds, just like a real toddler. Kids grab hold of their baby’s hands to watch her spring to life, bouncing as she plays. Calico Critters Luxury Townhouse International Playthings This four-room, two-story, spacious townhouse features enough space for an entire family of Calico Critters and their Cloverleaf Corner friends, available exclusively at Toys“R”Us. Boasting a balcony and an outdoor patio, this luxury playset is the finest home in the Cloverleaf Corner Community.

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that makes rumbling sounds, kids will instantly think they’re at a monster truck rally when they take control of this super-sized radio-controlled vehicle.

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Disney Princess & Me dolls JAKKS Pacific Disney Princess fans can now share royal adventures with these five beautifully crafted 18-inch dolls, available exclusively at Toys“R”Us. Young ladies can select the princess with whom they most identify before creating a world of tea parties and more princess role play. Fan’s Choice City Public Transport LEGO Systems, Inc. Helping citizens travel around LEGO City is easy with this 864-piece set, which lets builders construct multiple modes of transportation out of their LEGO pieces, including a sports car, city bus, cable car, bicycle and even a street sweeper to keep the roadways clean. Fast Lane Wild Fire RC Toys“R”Us With tremendous, 9-inch tires that can drive on nearly every terrain, four-wheel drive and an engine

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Magic Orbeez Maker Maya Group By filling the Magic Orbeez Maker with water and placing up to 300 Orbeez inside at once, children can watch as these unique orbs, which start off tiny, grow to more than 100 times their original volume. As the Orbeez transform into wet, wacky, soft, squishy and bouncy orbs, kids can float them through hoops and then cascade them down a spiral ramp into a collection tray. Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back AT-AT in vintage packaging Hasbro Collectors and kids can transport themselves to 1980 with this all-new, highly detailed version of the classic All Terrain Armored Transport (AT-AT) walker, which was first seen attacking the Rebel base on ice planet Hoth in The Empire Strikes Back.

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Give from your heart for the one you love By Anica Wong Creators.com

There’s almost nothing worse than the holiday shopping season. You have to fight the crowds and find the perfect gift for your sweetheart. Depending on how long you have been in a relationship, there’s a good possibility that you have exhausted all of your standard gift options. Sweater. Check. Tie. Check. Basic jewelry. Check. Before you know it, you’re staring at the gift cards at the checkout counter, reasoning with yourself, “But at least he could buy something he wants.” Don’t be that person. “Typically what we see is that the longer the couple has been dating, then they’re looking for gifts that celebrate their relationship,” says Bob Zakrzewski, co-founder of FindGift.com, a search engine for gift ideas. For many couples, this means personalizing gifts to commemorate their bonds.

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Through FindGift.com, you will be able to search through almost 80,000 different gifts from 1,100 retailers based on specific parameters of your search. Are you looking for a humorous gift for your mom? What about a Father’s Day gift for a soon-to-be dad? They’ve got suggestions for you. The site’s gift experts see that girlfriends looking for presents for their boyfriends is the most popular demographic. “Maybe you’ve been dating a little longer and expressed those sentiments already so you’re looking for something new to do,” Zakrzewski says. What about a destination gift? Why not try horseback riding lessons, dinner cruises off the coast of New York or a wine tasting trip? What if you are looking for something a little bit more thoughtful and sweet, something more from the heart? “I’ve done love letters,” says Renee Troy, a professional lettering artist and calligrapher. “It’s a keepsake,” she says. “Especially women, they adore love letters. To have something from the man they love, their husband or their significant other done in calligraphy, the actual act of having it done is so special.” Along with love letters, Troy also has written wedding vows that couples want to remember and keep sacred by putting them in a shadow box with unique mementos from their relationships. If putting down all of your loveydovey thoughts on paper is a little too much for you, there’s a middle ground that you may be more comfortable with while still being able to tell that special someone exactly how you feel. “What are you trying to say to that person?” asks Amy Myers, vice president of creative services at Things Re-

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour two 9-by-5-inch loaf pans. Combine flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt in large bowl. Combine sugar, pumpkin, eggs, oil and juice in large mixer bowl; beat until just blended. Add pumpkin mixture to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fold in cranberries. Spoon batter into prepared loaf pans.

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From The Mead Communities Mead Christmas Celebration Saturday, December 4th Chili Cook-Off/Supper – People are invited to enter a pot of chili in our contest. They will be judged by grouped: Red, White and Green Chili at 3:30. The chili supper will follow the judging and be held at Scooter Hinge. Tree Decorating – Six trees will be provided for community groups to decorate. Once judged they will be donated to families in need in the community. A Parade will be held 6:00 p.m.

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Every fall, shoppers are inundated by a flurry of high-tech product promotions, beckoning buyers into their stores. But which products should you pick this season? Here are a few of this year’s high-tech products that caught my eye. • Who needs to spend money on palm readings and psychic tellers when you can buy the new Digital Decision Maker? “This entertaining gift has (you) ask a question, touch a digital screen and wait for (one of 12) answers, ranging from ‘Go For It’ to ‘No Way,’” says Things Remembered, a retailer of this

product. The Digital Decision Maker doubles as a clock and pen stand and includes a sleek silver pen. To personalize this gift, engrave the plate with a clever message of your own. This $35 gift will save you from calling on the spirit of old Aunt Myrtle to answer all of your life’s hardest questions. • Shine a little light on the subject with the LED Bookmark, also offered by Things Remembered. “Help (the person on your list) keep his place while reading at night or on the plane. An energyefficient LED book light extends from an engravable silver-plated bookmark. The bookmark offers a lot of space to engrave a favorite quote or another inspired message.” $12. • Preserve lasting memories of the holiday season with the dual camera Xacti. It takes highdefinition video and is pocket-size, handIomega’s 1-terabyte eGo BlackBelt portable hard drive can carry up to 400,000 photos. (Creators.com /Courtesy Kraves PR)

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and super-compact design, this drive allows you to carry up to 400,000 photos, 250,000 songs or 385 hours of video with you at all times.” $220. • La Bonte’s is known for its unique holiday gifts, and this year doesn’t disappoint. “The Bedol water clock keeps perfect time without requiring batteries or electricity,” says Art Silver, the store’s owner. “Just unscrew the base and fill with tap water, which converts ions in the water to clean energy power. Water won’t need to be replaced for 12 weeks or more. The colorful droplet-shaped clock features a daily or hourly alarm and an easy-to-set 12- or 24-hour clock.” $29.

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Music mavens are the family music expert, the one family member who can tell you all you need to know about the Beatles and all you don’t want to know about Vanilla Ice. But all that expertise can make it difficult to find the right gift for the music maven come the holiday season. Shopping for an expert often requires seeking advice from an expert. Bowers & Wilkins, Britain’s leading exporter of loudspeakers and the No. 1 imported brand in North America, offers the following tips to shoppers puzzled about what to buy the family music maven this holiday season. • Send them to the show. Most music afficionados would admit there’s no experience quite like a live concert. Put a smile on your favorite music fan’s face this holiday season with tickets to see his or her favorite band in person. If possible, shop early to find the best seats and the best deals, just make sure the concert hall isn’t too far away from your loved one’s home. And if the tickets prove ultra-affordable, include a few extra dollars for dinner or a commemorative T-shirt. • Give the gift of a concert for one. If concert tickets are a bit over budget, holiday shoppers can still give music lovers the concert experience. With noise isolating design tailor made for use on the move, Bowers & Wilkins P5 Mobile Hi-Fi Headphone allows listeners to hear concert-sound quality regardless of where they are, be it on the train, listening at home while the baby’s asleep or simply going for an evening stroll.

Thanks to a rigid metal faceplate and sealed-leather ear pads, listeners are afforded an enveloping listening experience without completely removing the user’s sense of place. • Enhance their favorite products. These days it’s hard to walk 10 feet without seeing someone rocking out on their Apple iPod or iPhone. Holiday shoppers puzzled as to what to get the music fan in their life can use the iPod and iPhone’s popularity to their advantage by looking for items that can enhance these must-have mobile devices. For example, an iTunes gift card is the same as giving fans their favorite music, but allows them to choose which album or even which individual songs they prefer. For those who feel a gift card is too impersonal, the P5 Mobile HiFi Headphone comes supplied with a “Made for iPod” approved cable, allowing for speech and device control while improving sound quality. What’s more, the P5 also comes with a high-quality standard audio cable with gold-plated plugs, and switching between the two cables takes only a matter of seconds. • Book it. Few music fans can resist a book by or

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Start off your Thanksgiving at the YMCA Huff and Puff Before You Stuff at the Ed & Ruth Lehman YMCA in Longmont. Today from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., join the YMCA for a mega workout with aerobics, water aerobics and indoor cycling. This event is open to the community. The day care facility will be closed. A donation of a nonperishable food item and $3 per person is required. For more information, call 303-776-0370.

Twin Peaks Mall offers Santa and more • Santa will roll into the north court of Twin Peaks Mall on Nov. 26 at 11 a.m. Visit daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday; and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Santa will be at the mall on Christmas Eve from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for one last visit. • The Kindness for Kids toy collection will offer hope to those in need. Through Dec. 13 pick a name from the tree located in the north court of Twin Peaks Mall and purchase a gift to be distributed to the less fortunate. • Celebrate the holidays with the Niwot Elementary dance and choir performance in the food court at Twin Peaks Mall on Dec. 9 at 6 :15 p.m.

Santa and his helpers at Niwot’s Enchanted Evening in 2009. (Courtesy Niwot.com)

Niwot gears up with Enchanted Evening, holiday parade Kick off your holiday season with Niwot’s Enchanted Evening Nov. 26 from 5 to 8 p.m. Banjo Billy’s bus will shuttle shoppers to entertainment, refreshments, in-store specials, holiday surprises in both historic Old Town and Cottonwood Square, and local artisans and vendors at 124 Second Ave. Live entertainment will be provided. Kids also won’t want to miss Santa who will make an appearance at Niwot Interiors. The official lighting of the Christmas tree will be at 6 p.m. to the tunes of The Niwot Semi-Marching Free Grange Band. Live music throughout town will feature the Ptarmigan String Quartet in the Emporium and Christine Tulis at the harp at the Niwot Inn. Santa will be back in town for the Holiday Parade on Dec. 4 at 11 a.m. After the parade, Santa will be at the Left Hand Grange from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. to hear kids’ requests. For more information, call 303-652-4144 or visit www.niwot.com.

Boulder lights up for the holidays • Children can get their requests into Santa by visiting him at the annual St. Nick’s on the Bricks event. Kids of all ages can take part in the event that starts Nov. 26 and then Saturdays from Nov. 27 through Dec. 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free Santa visits will be at 1303 Pearl St. at the Downtown Boulder Visitor Center. • The Lights of December Parade is a wonderful hometown event that winds through downtown Boulder and involves a wide cross-section of the Boulder County community with high school marching bands, fire engines, carolers, church floats, nonprofit and civic organizations, and businesses. The parade begins at 6 p.m. on Dec. 4 at the corner of 15th and Walnut streets. For more information about any Boulder events, call 303-449-3774 or visit www.boulder downtown.com.

Girls have fun during Boulder’s Lights of December Parade in 2009. (Courtesy Downtown Boulder)

Celebrate in Estes Park with art events, concerts, parades and more Nestled in the Colorado Rockies, Estes Park offers a variety of holiday events, from parades and art to caroling and sleigh bells. • The Annual Holiday Art Exhibition – The exhibit runs through Dec. 30. This annual celebration features art from local and nationally renowned artists, including painting, photography, glass, jewelry, wood and bronze sculpture, ceramics, fiber and mixed media. Stop by the Cultural Arts Council Fine Art Gallery at 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. For more information, call 970-586-9203 or visit www.EstesArt.com. • Wander through Estes Park for the annual Holiday Art Walk from Nov. 26 through Dec. 31. Tour maps are available at the Cultural Arts Council, 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. The art walk runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is free to walkers. For more information, call 970-586-9203. • Catch the Glow Holiday Celebration and Evening Parade will kick off the holiday season on Nov. 26. Activities begin at noon and the parade starts at 5:30 p.m. All events are free and in downtown Estes Park. For more information, call 970-577-9900. • Fill your home with homemade baked goods and crafts from the Holiday House Christmas Bazaar on Nov. 27. Admission is $1 at the door. The bazaar runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Estes Park Conference Center at 201 S. St. Vrain Ave. For more information, call 970-5867205. • The Estes Park Music Festival Winter Concerts will occur throughout the holiday season at the Stanley Hotel, 333 East Wonderview Ave. Admission is $5, but free to students and children. 2 p.m. on Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 12 and 19. For more information, call 970-586-9519 or visit www.estesparkmusicfestival.org. • Celebrating the Season Gala sponsored by the Cultural Arts Council will be on Dec. 3. Join the gala at 433 W. Elkhorn Ave. For more information, call 970-5869203. • Grab a new book at the Friends of the Library Christmas book sale on Dec. 3 and 4. It will take place at the Estes Valley Library, 335 E. Elkhorn Ave. For more information, call 970-586-8116. • The Estes Park Quota Club’s Holiday Home Tour will be on Dec. 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check out some

Santa visits with children at an Estes Park holiday event. (Courtesy Estes Park Convention & Visitors Bureau)

of Estes Park’s unique mountain abodes decked out in holiday finery. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 the day of the tour, and are available at the Estes Park Visitors Center at 500 Big Thompson Ave. For more information, call 970-586-5800. • Performing Handel’s “Messiah,” the Oratorio Society of Estes Park presents concerts on Dec. 4 and 5. Saturday’s performance is at 7 p.m. and Sunday’s concert at 2 p.m. The concert will be at Mountain View Bible Fellowship at 1575 S. St. Vrain Ave. For more information, call 970-586-9405 or visit www.OratorioSocietyofEstes Park.info. • A presentation of the Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies, It’s a Wonderful Life Radio Play will be on Dec. 10, 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 11 and 19 at 2 p.m. Tickets in advance are $12 for adults and $6 for students, or at the door, $14 for adults and $8 for students. For more information, call 970-586-9203. • Enjoy the Fantasy Ball for the Estes Park Music Festival on Dec. 11. Cocktails start at 6:15 p.m. at the Stanley Hotel, 333 East Wonderview Ave., $85. For more information, call 970-586-9519.


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City of Longmont and LDDA plan holiday events Celebrate this year’s week-long Longmont Light’s festival. • Dec. 3 – Kickoff the holiday season downtown and join carolers, dancing trees, performers and the mayor of Longmont for the Tree Lighting Ceremony at Sixth Avenue and Main Street at 6 p.m. Afterwards, visit the Muse Gallery for cookies and cider; the Used Book Emporium for Storytime with Santa; the Dickens Opera House for Novaelectric; and explore other open houses and events throughout downtown. • Dec. 10 – Visit Roosevelt Park for a variety of events, including carriage rides, mini train rides, fire pits, reindeer visits, hot cocoa carts, ice carving, night parachute drop at 8 p.m. and carolers from 5 to 8 p.m. Kids can also take part in Santa’s Workshop at the St. Vrain Memorial Building Gymnasium at 700 Longs Peak Ave. Finally, enjoy the sounds of the holidays at the Senior Center where the Longmont All Star Jazz Band will perform at 6:30 p.m. • Dec. 11 – Start the evening off with The Reindeer Dash Fun Run at 3:30 p.m. Kids can dress up as a reindeer or show up early and get their faces painted like one. The dash is on Main Street from Third to Sixth avenues. • Dec. 11 – Roosevelt Park will again host a variety of events, including carriage rides, mini train rides, fire pits,

A smile comes over Lupita Dudley as the tree is lit up on the plaza at Sixth Avenue and Main Street during the kickoff of Longmont Lights downtown on Dec. 4, 2009. (Joshua Buck/Times-Call)

hot cocoa carts and carolers from 5 to 8 p.m., and the Longmont Concert band at 6:45 p.m. at the Senior Center. Kick off the evening with the Hometown Holiday Parade of Lights at 5 p.m. downtown. Fireworks will follow at 6:30 p.m. at Roosevelt Park.

LUH marks tree lighting

Lights of Love at LUH. (Lewis Geyer/Times-Call)

Get into the holiday spirit by celebrating with your family at the YMCA Get into the holiday spirit and bring the family out and enjoy the YMCA Y-Pals Family Christmas Party on Dec. 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. This free event is open to the public and will include games, refreshments, family photos and a visit from Santa. Every child who visits with Santa will receive a new book. Plus, each family may choose a refurbished bicycle to take home. Donations are needed. For more information, visit www. longmontymca.org or call 303-776-0370.

Lights of Love will grace two large trees outside the emergency room entrance once again this season at Longmont United Hospital. The official lighting ceremony is set for Dec. 2 at 5:30 p.m. After the ceremony, continue to the hospital’s main lobby where cider and cookies will be served with a visit to Santa. Lights and two stars are available for purchase on the tree through the LUH volunteer office during the month of November in memory or honor of someone. Donors will be acknowledged via mail and with a poster in the LUH lobby. Lights are $10 each and two stars for $100 a piece. To purchase, call 303-651-5205.

Tour local homes decked in holiday flair A Longmont tradition, the 45th annual Christmas Home Tour sponsored by First Congregational Church, is set with a theme of I’ll Be Home for Christmas. This annual tour features three eras: the 1900s, the 1920s and the 1940s. Tour includes three historic Homes on the Christmas Home Tour are all decked out in lights. homes on the east side of (Courtesy Jim Bell) Longmont all in walking distance: 601 Collyer St., Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 the day 608 Emery St. and 502 Collyer St. of the tour. Children 10 and younger are $2. The tour is Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Purchase tickets at First Congregational and Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Attendees Church, the Longmont Times-Call, Ace can stroll through local homes to view holiHardware, Habitat for Humanity ReStore, day decorations. The Christmas Home Tour Meals on Wheels, Buzz Coffee and The Orsupports church ministries and several local ange Door. For more information, call 303nonprofits. The special project this year is 776-9729. themed baskets.

The lights come on at Union Station in Denver on Nov. 26. (Courtesy Nathan Church)

Downtown Denver celebrates the season • Witness the magic of Downtown Denver starting with this year’s Grand Illumination on Nov. 26 at the Denver City and County Building and Union Station. The festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. with music, refreshments and a countdown to when the lights come on at 6:30 p.m. at Union Station and at 6:45 p.m. at the City and County Building. Considered to be one of the largest holiday lighting displays in the world, the building is decorated in nearly 1 million small lights in addition to floodlights from 5:45 to 10:45 p.m. nightly through mid-January. The 16th Street Mall will also be illuminated with more than 460,000 sparkling LED lights and decorative snowflakes throughout the season. Also check out light displays at the tree at Skyline Park, where this 22-foot tree is perfect for any photo opportunity. The D&F Clock Tower, 1601 Arapahoe St. will be decorated with lights, wreaths and bows for the season. Additionally, Denver’s Union Station will have more than 100 floodlights, creating a beacon of light at the end of 17th Street. • Skyline Park is the place for family fun this season. The new Southwest Rink will offer ice skating from Nov. 26 through Jan. 31. Skate rental is available for $2, or bring your own skates and dance around the rink for free. The rink at 16th Avenue and Arapahoe Street is open noon to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the weekends. For more information, visit www.SouthwestRink.com. • Tap your toes for the 36th annual TubaChristmas concert in Skyline Park, 16th Avenue and Arapahoe Street, on Dec. 12 from 1 to 2 p.m. With 400 tuba players from throughout the region, TubaChristmas is one of the most celebrated holiday festivities. For more information on Downtown Denver events, call 303-534-6161 or visit www.downtowndenver.com.


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Celebrate Erie Winterfest this season

Santa sees a smaller version of himself at the Christmas in Berthoud celebration. (Courtesy Berthoud Chamber of Commerce)

Berthoud aims to help local families with event “A Season of Giving” will be the focus during two days of events during the Christmas in Berthoud festivities on Dec. 3 and 4. The mission of Christmas in Berthoud is to raise funds to provide holiday joy to individuals and families in need in the community. The goal is to collect donations and organize fundraisers to purchase toys, gift cards, grocery cards and more for those people who need them the most in the Berthoud area. Recipients of Christmas in Berthoud gifts are referred by schools, churches, police and fire department, or sometimes by their neighbors. Money raised will be distributed to families in the area who are nominated through area organizations. While the focus will be placed on the two days, businesses and organizations can continue fundraising efforts until Dec. 15. Throughout the two-day event, numerous activities will take place throughout town. On Dec. 4, people can purchase trees, wreaths, gift baskets and more at a holiday boutique at Grace Place, 250 Mountain Ave. All of the proceeds from this will be donated to the Christmas in Berthoud program. Also on that day will be the Craft Fair at Berthoud Elementary School from 9:30 am. to 4 p.m. More than 40 vendors will feature holiday items, bake sale goods and raffle opportunities. Kids can participate in the Make and Take Crafts event, which includes pretzel making, Christmas ornament balls and cookie mixes. Prices range from $1 to $5, but all the proceeds benefit the needy in Berthoud. Santa will be at the school throughout the day for the opportunities to have have pictures taken. Saturday will wrap up with the parade of lights at 5 p.m. where kids will see Santa, community floats, bands and more. To find out more about Christmas in Berthoud, contact the chamber of commerce at 970-532-4200 or visit www.christmasinberthoud.org for a complete listing of events.

The annual Erie Winterfest and Light Up Briggs Street festivities will put everyone in the mood for the season with a community arts and craft fair, tree decorating, silent auction, parade, Santa visits and photos, entertainment, refreshments and more. The day-long event begins at 1 p.m. on Dec. 4, when the Erie Farmers’ Market Craft Fair kicks off until 4 p.m. on Briggs Street between Moffatt and Wells streets. With free admission to the fair, people will be able to view and purchase local art and craftsman pieces while also enjoying holiday entertainment. The Light Up Briggs Street Holiday Parade will start at 4 p.m. and proceed down Briggs Street. After the parade, Santa will be available for complimentary professional photos of children with Santa from 5 to 7 p.m. The town Christmas tree decorating and lighting will be from 5 to 6 p.m., with the lighting of the tree

Santa joins the Erie Winterfest parade. (Courtesy Erie Rotary)

promptly at 6 p.m. to set the festivities in gear for the season. The Arts Coalition of Erie will be assisting Erie children in making ornaments and decorating a new, permanent live blue spruce tree. Complimentary refreshments and

Frederick Festival of Lights will light up Crist Park Join in the Frederick holiday festivities by celebrating the Festival of Lights on Dec. 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Crist Park. Trees throughout the park will be decked out in lights, in addition to horse-drawn carriage rides, live reindeer, photos with Santa, a Cookie Bake-Off and more. Everyone is encouraged to bring a can of food or a $1 donation to benefit Santa Cops. Anyone interested in participating in the Cookie Bake-Off can e-mail mbarber@frederickco.gov or call 720-382-5512.

holiday entertainment will be available throughout the evening. Erie holiday activities will continue through December. • The annual Holiday Lighting Contest will get the town of Erie excited as everyone decorates their homes and businesses for the season. Entries will be judged on Dec. 9. More information about this can be found through the Town of Erie, Parks and Recreation Department at www.erieco.gov/index.aspx?nid=180. • Finally, wrap up the festivities with the Erie Rotary Polar Bear Family Bicycle Ride on New Year’s Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Start at the Erie Community Center with registration at 10 a.m. Costs are $20 per rider or $40 per family. The official start is at 11 a.m. with 1, 5 and 15 mile routes. Proceeds from the bike ride benefit PolioPlus, the Erie Rotary project to eradicate polio worldwide. For more information on any of the Erie holiday events, visit www.erie coloradorotary.org or call 303-8284669.

Help Frederick light up the town during the Festival of Lights on Dec. 4. (Courtesy city of Frederick)

Let music evoke the holidays at the University of Colorado

University of Colorado Music School Holiday show at Macky Auditorium in 2008. (Courtesy Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)

The air is crisp outside but the hall is filled with the warm aroma of evergreens and the sounds of joyous voices at the annual Holiday Festival at the University of Colorado at Boulder. Every year, thousands of concertgoers gather at Macky Auditorium for what has become one of the Front Range’s favorite ways to celebrate the coming of the holiday season. The uplifting sight of hundreds of performers including the College of Music’s choirs, orchestra, ensembles and faculty soloists makes the Holiday Festival a wonderful seasonal celebration to share with family and friends. Shows are Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 4 at 4 and 7:30 p.m.; and Dec. 5 at 4 p.m. Tickets are $12 to $52. CU will also host Christmas in Ireland with Danú, an Irish ensemble that will perform a traditional Christmas program, on Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Celtic music lovers worldwide have been thrilled by the ensemble’s gorgeous vocals and virtuoso playing on fiddle, flutes, button accordion and percussion. Tickets range from $12 to $52. For more information on any CU concerts and holiday events, visit www.cuconcerts.org.


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Colorful flowers join the Denver Parade of Lights. (Courtesy Downtown Denver)

Denver Parade of Lights The 9News Parade of Lights is a Denver tradition and features glittering floats, giant balloons, marching bands and fun characters along a 2mile route. Gear up for this tradition on Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. in downtown Denver, starting in front of Civic Center Park and the City and County Building on Bannock Street at 14th Avenue. For more information, visit www.denverparadeoflights.com.

Lyons set for the holidays • The annual Lyons Holiday Parade of Lights and Fireworks Show is a spectacular annual event that includes a parade, fireworks and live music in Sandstone Park. Enjoy the event on Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 303-823-8250. • The 36th Annual Lyons Holiday Bazaar on Dec. 4 and 5 features handmade arts and crafts. Check it out at the Lyons Elementary School Gym, off Stickney Street in Lyons. The event benefits the Lyons Depot Library. For more information, call 303-823-5165. • Get in the holiday spirit by participating in the Holiday Decorating Contest as an opportunity for businesses and homeowners to showcase the event. Judging will be for exterior lights only and will take place on Dec. 15. Participants must sign up by Dec. 10. For more information, call 303-823-8250 or e-mail recreation@townoflyons.com.

Enjoy holiday ballet performance with Longmont Dance Theatre The Longmont Dance theatre will perform the holiday tradition of ballet and music from Tchaikovsky’s famous performance, “The Nutcracker.” The performance will be on Dec. 4 at 2 and 7 p.m. and on Dec. 5 at 2 p.m. at Niwot High School. Admission is $18 for adults and $12 for seniors and students. To get tickets, call 303-772-1335.

Support the Christmas Tree Festival The Tiny Tim Center will host its 29th Annual Christmas Tree Festival Dec. 4 and 5. This is one of the largest fundraising events for the center. Two similar events will take place, with the formal one on Dec. 4 at 5:30 p.m. with more than 30 beautifully decorated artificial trees, holiday slideshow, door prizes, gifts and Italian buffet dinner. The Dec. 5 event at 10 a.m. is similar in set up, except that it offers a luncheon. Tickets must be purchased for this event in advance. For more information, call 303-776-7417.

Airborne Dance members rehearse their production of the Nutty Nutcracker at the Vance Brand Civic Auditorium in 2006. The show is not all classical ballet, but incorporates tap, jazz, hip-hop as well as ballet into the show. (Joshua Buck/Times-Call)

Enjoy holiday performances at Vance Brand Civic Auditorium

For tickets, call 303-772-5796 or visit www. longmontsymphony.org.

• Come see the Longmont Symphony Orchestra and Boulder Ballet perform the graceful beauty of ballet in the performance of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker” at Vance Brand Civic Auditorium Dec. 4 and 5. Saturday’s performance is at 4 p.m. and Sunday’s is at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $11 to $29.

• Enjoy the Sixth Annual Nutty Nutcracker with Airborne Dance and their nutty take on the beloved Christmas tradition on Dec. 18 at 2 and 7 p.m. at Vance Brand Civic Auditorium. Tickets to this event on free and can be picked up at Airborne’s office at 1816 Boston Ave. in Longmont.

Get into the spirit with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra • Tchaikovsky Spectacular – With selections from “The Nutcracker,” Piano Concerto No. 2 and Symphony No. 5, this concert will celebrate the holidays with the Russian master. Concerts are set Dec. 3 and 4 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 5 at 2:30 p.m. • A Colorado Christmas – The CSO Chorus and orchestra, Colorado Children’s Chorale Ki Robards Dance and soloists will present the 27th anniversary of Denver’s premier holiday stage show on Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 11 at 2:30 and 6 p.m. and Dec. 12 at 2:30 p.m. • A Jazz Christmas with Dianne Reeves – Grammy award-winner Dianne Reeves will inspire all concertgoers to this jazz inspired concert. The show is set for Dec. 14 at 7:30 p.m. • Messiah by Candlelight – Handel’s masterpiece has remained a staple in the holiday repertory for more than 250 years. Don’t miss this holiday classic performance on Dec. 15 at

Colorado Symphony Orchestra conductor Marin Alsop leads the group. (Courtesy Colorado Symphony Orchestra)

7:30 p.m. and Dec. 19 at 5:30 p.m. at the Montview Presbyterian Church, 1980 Dahlia St. in Denver. • “Too Hot to Handel” – This holiday series will be the 13th 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. 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. • Disney in Concert – Join the Colorado Symphony Orchestra for this family holiday special celebrating the memorable songs from “The Little Mermaid,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Mary Poppins” and more. The concert is set for Dec. 29 at 6:30 p.m. • “A Night in Vienna” – Ring in another new year with associate conductor Scott O’Neil and the bestloved waltzes, polkas and light classics of all time on Dec. 31 at 6:30 p.m. Afterward, stroll down to the 16th Street Mall for fireworks. All performances for the Colorado Symphony Orchestra are at the Boettcher Concert Hall at the Denver Performing Arts Complex in Denver, unless otherwise noted. For more information and tickets, call 303893-4100 or visit www.colorado symphony.com.


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Operation Christmas Child, the world’s largest Christmas project, delivers toys and supplies to suffering children worldwide. (Creators.com/Courtesy Operation Christmas Child)

from having a parent behind bars. Individual families wishing to participate purchase gifts of clothing and toys, which are collected by churches, universities and charities and then given to children on behalf of incarcerated parents, who enclose personal messages to the children. The benefits are widespread and longlasting. Studies show that if incarcerated parents can keep meaningful relationships with their families, they are much less likely to become repeat offenders, says Prison Fellowship President Mark Earley. The likelihood that children of prisoners will participate in crime themselves is reduced, too. How it works: To learn more, visit www.angeltree.org, where you’ll find the short “It Starts with a Gift” video, as well as descriptions of other year-round Prison Fellowship projects. To locate a participating Angel Tree group, call 80055-ANGEL. You’ll select a boy or a girl by age, buy a gift of clothing or a toy, and know that you encouraged an incarcerated parent and helped a lonely youngster feel loved and remembered at Christmas. Wish list: “We always have more children to serve than we have churches that are serving,” Earley says. “We need more churches, especially in underserved areas. In fact, only about 22 percent of the eligible children receive gifts. There is a great need.” But if participation isn’t an option for your church this year, consider making your own online donation.


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