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Holiday Stress Relief Tips

By Cheryl Lohman

LIGHTS WILL BE TWINKLING. Homes are about to be decorated with trees and greenery. Soon, everywhere you look you will see signs of the holidays -- but you may also be feeling burdened. Instead of appreciating the sparkle of the season, you're busy agonizing over how to shop for the perfect gifts, taking the kids or grandkids to every fun Christmas event and perfectly prepare your home for hosting guests.

There's a lot to do every holiday season. But we're letting the stress and the "must dos" interfere with what's supposed to be a pleasant time for ourselves and our families. In a survey conducted by Healthline, 62 percent of people said their stress levels were "very or somewhat" higher during the holidays. Only 10 percent of people said they had no holiday-related stress!

Reduce the stress and experience the joy and magic of the season by finding ways to minimize your workload and save time.

Set priorities for your time. Decide as a family on one (okay, maybe two) events you'd like to make time for. Maybe that's Storybook Land or a holiday craft fair. Sprinkle in a holiday party or two and you'll be set. Minimize the "have tos" on your calendar.

Not everything has to be homemade. If holiday baking is giving you more anxiety than delight, don't think twice about getting your goods from a local bakery. Not everyone must produce Pinterest-worthy Christmas cookies.

Consider ways to reduce the time you spend doing house-

work or getting ready for guests. For example, you could hire a cleaning service for the holidays.

Simplify your personal self care routine. How can you always look great without spending lots of time? Permanent makeup for eyebrows, eyeliner and lip color is a great solution. When you work with an experienced permanent cosmetic specialist, you'll ensure that the precise work of making you look beautiful day and night is done professionally.

Many people don't know if permanent makeup is for them or they don't know how to get started. Permanent makeup is customized and personalized so it fits you and your look. It is essential to have a consultation with a highly trained and qualified artist. Now more than ever it’s important to look for an artist who will keep you safe. This is not a service you want to bargain shop for and you will want to see actual photos of their work. Today, most professional permanent cosmetic artists are members of the world's leading, not-for-profit society devoted to this field, the Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals (SPCP). This organization sets standards of practice for its members, which assures the public of the highest levels of professionalism and safety. After permanent makeup — you’ll be among those with lower holiday stress and who enjoy a natural look that lasts a long time.

Cheryl

www.oregonpermanentmakeup.com

Cheryl Lohman CPCP, is a Certified Permanent Cosmetic Professional and owns Oregon Permanent Makeup in Corvallis

Contact Cheryl: 541-740-1639

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During the months of November + December 2021, we invite you to our Holiday Showcase of Art. River Gallery has three rooms of festive fine to folk art for you to share with friends and loved ones for the holidays. Affordable original art is available from $5 and more to meet all of your holiday needs. We represent over 70 local artists in the Willamette Valley area. Enjoy shopping to create an artful home or include art selections to your holiday gift giving list.

River Gallery is open Thursdays – Sundays from 12:00 (Noon) – 4:00 PM. 184 S. Main Street Independence, OR 97351

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UnWrapping Downtown Holiday Open House

Come and stroll through Downtown Albany and vote for your favorite Christmas window display. A number of Downtown businesses will “Unwrap” their windows at 4pm and most will have live music, in-store specials and refreshments. This is the perfect event to get you and the entire family in the Holiday spirit! For more information contact the Albany Downtown Association.

November 4 -- 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM For more info: 541-928-2469

Natty Dresser Holiday Open House

Join us on Thursday, November 4th for “UnWrapping Downtown” We will be Unwrapping our Christmas windows at 4pm and will have Live Music, a Hot Chocolate Bar, In-Store Specials and lots of fun until 8pm!

124 Broadalbin St SW Albany, OR 97321

Emma Downtown’s Magical Holiday Open House

Join us for a magical evening as we unwrap our Holiday 2021 season. Your senses will be enchanted with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Holidays! This Holiday kick off event is such a fun way to get into the spirit! The shop will be filled with Holiday delight & amazing gift giving ideas! Oh, you’ll be sure to find the perfect thing to wear for the holidays as well! Preview Night – November 4th – 4-8pm Holiday Open House Continues… November 5th & 6th – 11am-5pm 422 First Ave West

Beehive Estate Sale

Harvest new treasures at our November Beehive Sale! Home decor, furniture, kitchen gadgets, appliances, artwork, books, tools, bikes and more! November 5, 6 & 7 in the Timberhill Shopping Plaza, 2409 NW Kings Blvd., Corvallis, OR 97330.

Friday 8-2 p.m., Saturday 9-3, Sunday 9-1 Sunday is discount day! All items $45 and under are half off and others are discounted. Masks are required. Limited entry. Hand sanitizer is provided.

2409 NW Kings Blvd. Corvallis, OR 97330

CALL TO OREGON ARTISTS – Enter Currents Gallery’s Holiday Show!

Attention Oregon artists! The holiday season is just around the corner. Currents Gallery in McMinnville invites you to submit your giftable art for the upcoming holiday show. • All Oregon artists who produce high quality, unique, hand-crafted items are invited to submit work. • Enter online or bring work in person to

Currents Gallery between November 5-12, 2021. • Items judged to be of Gallery quality and affordable will be displayed. • There is NO jury fee. Regular Gallery commission of 50% will apply to all sales.

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November 16 @ 11:00 AM-January 9, 2022 @ 4:00 PM 532 NE 3rd St. McMinnville, OR 97128

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Winter Wonderland Way

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December 10 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Cost: $5.00

Monteith River Park 489 NW Water Ave Albany, OR 97321

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Eugene Ballet: The Nutcracker

Share Eugene Ballet’s holiday tradition with your family as you celebrate the season and make memories at The Nutcracker with Orchestra Next. There’s a joyful magic at every performance of The Nutcracker as the Sugar Plum Fairy transports all to the Snow Kingdom and the Land of the Sweets. You’ll cheer and boo at the battle with the not-so-scary Mouse King and his Pirate Henchmice, as Clara and The Nutcracker win the day.

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November 27 1 N Center Ct St, Portland, OR 97227

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