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s the holiday season rolls around, Santa Claus assumes center stage. But where exactly did this rotund, jovial old man in a red suit originate, and how did he become the iconic symbol of Christmas that he is today? In truth, the history of Santa Claus is a fascinating tale that intertwines folklore, legends, and a sprinkle of entrepreneurial ingenuity. Santa Claus, as we know him today, traces his roots back to a number of historical figures, each contributing to the contemporary version we know and love. Perhaps the earliest inspiration for Santa Claus was Saint Nicholas, a Christian bishop of the 4th century, renowned for his acts of kindness and gift-giving. In time, Saint Nicholas became the patron saint of children, sailors, merchants, archers and brewers, among others. In the British Isles, a character known as Father Christmas emerged during the mid-17th century and was frequently depicted as a bearded man garbed in green, symbolizing the spirit of the season. By the 18th century, however, the concepts of Father Christmas and Saint Nicholas merged, resulting in a hybrid figure that blended elements from both traditions. The American version of Santa Claus began to take shape in the 18th century. Influenced by Dutch and German settlers, the name “Santa Claus” evolved from the Dutch term “Sinterklaas.” During this period, “A Visit from St. Nicholas” (commonly known as “The Night Before Christmas”), a poem published in 1823, played a pivotal role in shaping the modern image of Santa. This poem described Santa
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here is a common conception that “everyone has at least one book in them,” that we all have a story to tell, it’s just a matter of putting pen to paper. But if that was the case, we’d all be authors. The truth is, writing a novel takes time — a lot of time — plus patience, discipline, and resolve, and the vast majority of us just don’t possess that kind of determination. Even for those who do, there is the issue of developing that seed of an idea into a logical and compelling narrative that might resonate with others. It’s really quite a remarkable accomplishment when anyone succeeds in doing so, and it is an event worthy of recognition, praise and support. Caitlan “C.G.” Honer, who resides right here in Canby, just released her first novel, “These Gilded Bones May Bloom,” in 2023, and fans of the Fantasy Genre should take note! While this short story anthology is blooming with an eclectic mix of comedy, dark academia, gothic literature, and horror, it’s primarily a fantasy novel. Taken directly from her write-up on Amazon, the book is described this way: “29 short stories. Three unique worlds. One navigates battlefields of countryside and cobblestone. Another ensnares lost souls and sweethearts. And the last is tormented by deities better left forgotten.” “These Gilded Bones May Bloom” [is] a collection of enemies and lovers, sprawling cities and hungry seas, stretching from the hidden magic of
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sabeau Waia’u Walker is all of those things and so much more, all wrapped up in one perfectly imperfect package. Born in California and raised in Hawaii as a Kanaka Maoli wahine (Native Hawaiian woman), where her family returned to shortly after she was born. She moved “temporarily” to Oregon to attend Warner Pacific University, but fell so deeply in love with the local community she never left. It’s a fortunate turn of events for us, because after a lifetime of considering her talents to be avocational, she recently retired from teaching to commit full-time to the pursuit of her passion: music. A ubiquitous presence in her life since childhood, music was, and is, simply an integral part of Isabeau’s Photo by Mary Putulin identity. It’s a key aspect of her culture. It’s in her blood. Her entire family sings and/or plays an instrument, and those songs that they “performed” during family gatherings not only planted the seeds of her inspiration, but also helped to inform and develop her unique sound. Make no mistake, Isabeau has “arrived.” One listen to her most recent output will quell any doubts about that. Much like the legendary “Road to Hana,” it has been a long and windy road. Tentative steps were initially taken in the early 2000s. Isabeau recorded an EP, but the songs were experimental, a little rough by her current standards, and she had yet to find her voice. A second EP followed a few years later. That one was better, but still more of a learning experience than an actual representation of who she is as an artist. It wasn’t until 2020, when she put out her 3rd EP and first official release, entitled “Better Metric,” that she discovered her sound. To announce her arrival in grand fashion, her track, “Woman” from that EP made OPB’s list of top songs in 2020. Of course, COVID hit at the same time and all of her plans to tour and promote the album were instantly scrapped. That could have derailed a lesser creative, but instead she utilized that time
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he origins of the Cuban sandwich, also known as a “Cuban mix” or “Cubano,” are unclear due to the frequent travel between Cuba and Florida in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Cubans moved back and forth for work, pleasure, and family visits, leading to a blend of cultures and ideas. The sandwich’s exact origin remains undocumented, with some speculating it was a common lunch choice for workers in Cuban cigar factories and sugar mills by the 1860s.
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to the island of Martinique, despite attempts by a saboteur to kill the plant, an attack by pirates, and severe storms at sea. This hardy seedling went on to parent all the coffee trees cultivated throughout this part of the world — a region that has become one of the premier coffee production areas on the planet. Brazil’s famous coffee owes its start to Francisco de Melo Palheta, who was dispatched by the governor of Brazil to help mediate a conflict between neighboring French and Dutch Guiana. Arriving in Cayenne, the capital city of French Guiana, part of Palheta’s mission was to smuggle some coffee plants which were closely guarded by the French. As the story goes, a romantic dalliance between Palheta and the wife of the Governor of Cayenne led to her passing a bouquet to a Brazilian officer containing a coffee seedling concealed among the flowers. This seedling was supposedly the progenitor of Brazil’s coffee industry. Whether the romantic part of the story is true or not, it is documented that Palheta was successful in bringing thousands of coffee seeds and several plants back to Brazil. Gabriel de Clieu By the 18th century, coffee had grown to be one of the world’s most profitable commodities. Consumption and popularity in the U.S. grew, particularly during the Civil War, and enterprising businessmen such as brothers John and Charles Arbuckle grew wealthy selling pre-roasted coffee by the pound to cowboys in the West. James Folger, who peddled coffee to gold miners in California, also profited greatly. Big name coffee brands including Maxwell House and Hills Brothers quickly followed suit. Following World War II, instant coffee was developed, simplifying the coffee-making process, though not necessarily improving the flavor. With the emergence of Starbucks in Seattle in 1971, the quality of coffee available to the consumer improved through better sourcing and preparation techniques. Consistent, quality coffee became available to people across America, with beverages tailored specifically to the palate of each individual customer. Today, the coffee revolution has evolved. Small, independently owned coffee shops are taking it to
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“Home Alone” (1990) By far my favorite Christmas movie, Chris Columbus’ “Home Alone” is a hilarious and heartfelt movie about family and redemption. Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin), troublemaker and the youngest child in a large family, always feels forgotten and resented, and that’s even more apparent when he’s left home alone while his whole family flies to Paris for Christmas. Instead of panicking, Kevin relishes his time alone and becomes more independent — watching inappropriate movies, eating junk food, shooting a BB gun inside, but also grocery shopping and doing laundry. Eventually he runs into local cat burglars Harry and Marv (Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern), who plan to rob his house. And that’s when the fun and chaos escalate into what I consider the greatest prank scenes ever filmed. Scored by John Williams and also starring Catherine O’Hara, John Heard, Kieran Caulkin, John Candy and more. Rated PG for violence and coarse language.
“The Grinch” (2018) Yet another Grinch movie begs the question — how many do we need? Apparently a few more, as this iteration inhabits its own little modern world and adds to the everexpanding Grinch mythology. Narrated by Pharell Williams and starring Benedict Cumberbatch as the Grinch, the story is simple — the Grinch hates Christmas and the Whos want to make it bigger and brighter than ever, much to his annoyance. A nod and protege to Ron Howard’s “A Grinch Stole Christmas” with a scene-stealing Jim Carrey, this movie is fast-paced, quick-witted and incredibly scored. The music, however, is a very modern take, done by Pharrell Williams and including a combo of classic Christmas, pop, hip hop and acapella. Because this is fully computeranimated, the movie has no limits and is a true visual spectacle. Also starring Cameron Seely, Rashida Jones, Kenan Thompson, Mindy Sterling, Angela Lansbury and more. Rated PG for brief rude humor.
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Aluminized Piping Custom Bending MagnaFlow Performance Catalytic Converters & Mufflers
COOLING SYSTEM FLUSH
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14518 SE River Road • Milwaukie • 503-765-8119 HOURS: 7:30am to 5pm Monday thru Friday • Closed Saturday and Sunday
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Advent Begins* National Roof over Your Head Day
“To appreciate the beauty of a snowflake it is necessary to stand out in the cold.” - Aristotle
Santa’s List Day – we hope you are on the “Nice” list Wear Brown Shoes Day
Repeal Day – The 21st Amendment ends Prohibition.
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New Moon
Human Rights Day International Children’s Day* Nobel Prize Day
National Have a Bagel Day International Mountain Day
Poinsettia Day
First Quarter
National Maple Syrup Day
Bake Cookies Day National Roast Suckling Pig Day
Look for an Evergreen Day Oatmeal Muffin Day
Full Cold Moon
Christmas Eve
Kwanzaa Begins
National Chocolate Day National Egg Nog Day
New Year’s Eve
Boxing Day – date can vary National Candy Cane Day
Make Cut Out Nation
New Year’s Day Kwanzaa Ends
Work with a local representative to help protect what you have today and prepare for tomorrow. Blake Sakamoto, Insurance Representative W.E. Cooley Insurance Agency 380 NW 1st Avenue, Canby Office: 503-266-7000 • Direct: 503-430-0424 blake.sakamoto2@countryfinancial.com 20 TO ADVERTISE WITH US, CALL 503.825.2111
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Eat a Red Apple Day World Aids Awareness Day
National Fritters Day
National Brownie Day Take it in the Ear Day
Christmas Card Day National Pastry Day
Chanukah Begins
Appreciation Day St. Nicholas Day Mitten Tree Day ur own Shoes Day
International Civil Aviation Day Letter Writing Day Pearl Harbor Day
Ice Cream Day Violin Day
International Monkey Day National Bouillabaisse Day Roast Chestnuts Day U.K. National Postal Worker Day
Bill of Rights Day National Lemon Cupcake Day
National Chocolate Covered Anything Day
Go Caroling Day
Crossword Puzzle Day Forefather’s Day Humbug Day Look on the Bright Side Day
National Date Nut Bread Day
Festivus – for the rest of us Roots Day
t Snowflakes Day nal Fruitcake Day
Card Playing Day
Chanukah Ends
Pepper Pot Day
“Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more.”
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Dr. Seuss
Bacon Day National Bicarbonate of Soda Day
* Denotes that the date changes each year
Rock the Holidays
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Located in Multnomah Village
7887 SW Capitol Hwy
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503-746-8744
NEUROTOXIN INJECTION SPECIAL BOTOX, DYSPORT, DAXXIFY, JEUVEAU AND XEOMIN
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SPECIAL ON ALL FILLERS
Vollure XC, Voluma XC, Juvederm Ultra Plus XC, Juvederm Ultra XC, Juvederm Volbella, Belotero, Radiesse, Redensity RHA, Restylane Contour, Restylane Kysse, Restylane Lyft, RestylaneDefyne, Sculptra, Versa
300
$
STARTING AT
$ 50 per unit PDO THREAD
Nova PDO Threads is a great way to tighten sagging skin, reduce wrinkling, and create new collagen. The PDO Threads that we use are FDA approved and produced in the USA. (Please call for more information)
119
$
per thread
AGNES RF FRACTIONAL MICRONEEDLE Agnes RF is a non-surgical radio frequency device that treats eye bags, tightens and removes fat from the neck and jawline area. Cystic acne is treated by removing the sebaceous gland.
799 $1499
$
one area
two areas
SECRET RF MICRONEEDLE
The Secret RF Micro-needling System is a powerful new technology that is ideal for facial rejuvenation, improving scars, cellulite, and plumping and tightening loose skin.
649
$
includes face, neck & chest
With EXOE RF Microneedling Treatment $849
PIXEL PERFECT
Treats acne scars, fine lines & wrinkles, rough skin texture, sun damaged skin, melasma and other forms of hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores, stretch marks, and surgical scars.
one treatment $199 two treatments $279 choice of face, neck or chest
OFF Your Choice
A VAMPIRE FACIAL
The vampire facial, also known as micro-needling with PRP, is a cosmetic procedure that involves drawing blood, separating platelets and applying them back onto your face.
699
$
includes face & neck
OPUS PLASMA FRACTIONAL LASER Opus Plasma uses fractionated plasma energy to deliver effects similar to a deep resurfacing treatment without the downtime. The result: smoother, more elastic without the longer recovery of other skin resurfacing treatments.
699
$
one face, neck & chest treatment
1299
$
two face, neck & chest treatments
REGULAR MICRONEEDLING choice of face, neck or chest
Traditional Micro-needling is a minimally invasive procedure using thin needles. The procedure can help reduce the appearance of skin concerns such as acne scars, sun damage stretch marks or wrinkles and produces more elastin and collagen.
159
$
one treatment
With EXOE RF Microneedling Treatment $399
CO2 FRACTIONAL LASER
Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing is one of the most effective way to treat fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, loose or sagging skin, as well as scars. In addition to treating the face, we can treat the neck, chest and even hands.
999 $1599
$
one area
two areas
Purchase Gift Card of $200 Value for only
Financing Available with
150
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25% OFF All Products
Epionce, ZO Skincare, PCA Skin, elta MD
All injections are performed by licensed medical practitioners
COOL SHOCK
BTL VANQUISH ME or BTL CELLATUNE
The CoolSculpting® technique uses a solid block that applies suction to the treatment area. The excess fat is sucked into a block BTL Cellatune treatment reduction that uses the power of vibrations to reduce cellulite and give you a tighter, younger looking skin and texture.
Noninvasive fat reduction procedure • Lose up to 2” of belly fat No downtime. No surgery • Reduce appearance of cellulite and stretch marks Nonsurgical, noninvasive, painless, and requires no anesthesia or downtime Non-surgical body contouring treatment that FREEZES & ELIMINATES FAT from your body.
2-Coolsculpting Points 2-BTL Cellatune
1199
$
LASER HAIR REMOVAL Cutera’s Nd: YAG and ProWave lasers use state-of-the-art technology to remove hair from all skin types. These lasers provide comfortable and longlasting hair removal treatment you can count on.
70%
OFF
IPL LIMELIGHT choice of face, neck or chest
7-BTL Vanquish Me 7-BTL Cellatune
799
$
JUVASHAPE
JuVaShape Ultra by Alma is an ultrasound to destroy the fat and Radio Frequency to tighten the skin, reduce wrinkles, improve the appearance of cellulite and contour the body. ALL PACKAGES
70%
OFF
PCA PEEL or EPIONCE PEEL
Remove sun spots. age spots, acne spots and any other skin pigmentation.
Increase the skin’s cell turnover rate, bring new skin cells to the surface, diminish dark spots, reduce fine lines & wrinkles, clear breakouts as well as restore youthful and radiant appearance.
LASER GENESIS
NIR Near Infrared
Improves fine lines, skin tone & increases collagen production.
A wonderful light therapy that removes the appearance of sagging skin, wrinkles and fine lines.
one treatment $159 two treatments $289 choice of face, neck or chest
one treatment $159 two treatments $289 on lower face and neck
one treatment $149 two treatments $279
one treatment $149 two treatments $279
CLEARLIFT LASER
SOLEIL SIGNATURE FACIAL
choice of face, neck or chest Lifts sun damage, pigmentation & dark and red scars including Melasma.
159 289
one treatment $ two treatments $
50 minute facial includes steam, extractions, medical-grade microdermabrasion, collagen mask, and LED light treatment.
one treatment $95 two treatments $179 three treatments $259
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