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READY, SET, SHOP The holidays are at hand. Yes, it’s once again time to hit the stores in a spree of consumerism as you search for the perfect gift for everyone on your list before giving up, threatening to buy them all beef jerky from the convenience store and collapsing into an eggnog-induced haze.

And it’s not like our friends and relatives make it any easier on us.

There is no one-size-fits-all gift for the personalities in our lives, and some of those characters are even harder to buy for than others.

You know the type: the person who has everything already, the one who only buys locally made products or the dreaded teenager who hates everything.

That’s why for this year’s annual Boise Weekly Gift Guide, we’ve decided to address your needs by offering picks designed specifically for the difficult-to-buy-for. And, yes, our archetypes are a little over the top, but odds are most of us can identify a few of these folks in our own lives.

Regular Gift Guide readers will also notice a shift in our approach to gift buying.

Rather than putting the focus on specific items, we’re recommending stores that carry items each of these groups will love.All of the businesses we are recommending are locally owned and operated (of course), and we make note of a few particularly cool things at each of them.

Since the Treasure Valley is filled with so many great gift-giving options, this is in no way a complete listing of stores, but think of it as a jumping off point from which to go and explore for yourself.

Maybe this year you won’t have to resort to panicked Christmas Eve impulse buying. Maybe.

—Deanna Darr

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That person whose spot on your gift list might as well be its own tax bracket.

Basically you have two choices: blow your budget or find something so a w e s o m e , they’ll never know it’s affordable.

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BOISE ART MUSEUM GIFT SHOP

IDAHO SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL

670 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, 208345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org

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Gift shops aren’t typically holiday shopping hot-spots—snowglobes and decorative spoons being less than inspiring presents for most receivers. That couldn’t be further from the truth at Boise Art Museum.

The jewelry, clothing, home decor and objets d’art—many of them related to BAM exhibitions—offered at the shop are imminently unique, tasteful and (bonus) proceeds directly benefit the museum. That’s two gifts in one; plus, if you’re a BAM member, count on 10 percent discounts.

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BUY THIS: Buddha Board, $35

HOTEL 43 981 Grove. St., Boise, 208-243-4622, hotel43.com With accolades like “Top 1% of Hotels Worldwide” from Expedia and a top 10 city hotel ranking from Sunset Magazine, downtown Boise’s Hotel 43 is a destination unto itself. But on top of its central location and views of Boise’s skyline, the hotel also boasts one of the state’s finest steakhouses in Chandlers. A frequent Best Steak winner in Boise Weekly’s annual Best of Boise voting, Chandlers has also earned props from big names like Wine Spectator, which gave the restaurant/lounge its 2013 Best of Award of Excellence for its wine list.

Want to give the gift of pampering?

How about a night at the hotel and dinner for two?

BUY THIS: Cozy Couples Escape Package, $289-$349 per night

IDAHO BOTANICAL GARDEN 2355 Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise, 208-343-8649, idahobotanicalgarden.org Idaho Botanical Garden isn’t just that place that gets lit every holiday season.

Throughout the year, the garden hosts enough classes and workshops to keep even those with way, way too much time on their hands busy. Want to learn about perennials? Check.

Make a wreath? Check. How about homeopathic herbs? Yup. Members even get discounts to the array of outdoor concerts and festivals the garden hosts each year. Besides, it’s just kind of pretty.

BUY THIS: Garden memberships range from $35-$1,000

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What do you give the person who has everything? How about comedy, drama and a little music—along with a healthy dose of food and wine served at one of the see-and-be-seen tables at the Idaho Shakespeare Festival. ISF is a staple of summer in Boise, and what better way to experience it than from the best seat in the house, which is from one of the boxes. Buy before Dec. 31 and get special early-bird discounts.

BUY THIS: Season mini-box, $664-$904, season box, $1,029-$1,379

R. GREY GALLERY 415 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-385-9337, rgreygallery.com If the Boise retail scene were high school, R. Grey Gallery would sit with the popular kids at lunch. In fact, In Store Magazine named it the coolest store in America—and we have to agree. The warm contemporary interior is filled with artistic treasures from one-of-a-kind glassworks, sculptures and hand-carved wooden furniture to stunning high-end jewelry (including creations by owner Robert Grey Kaylor).

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BUY THIS: Silver spike cuff, starting at $600

SUN VALLEY FILM FESTIVAL sunvalleyfilmfestival.org Established as a snowy haven for golden age Hollywood icons, Sun Valley’s cinema roots go deep.

Maybe that’s why the Sun Valley Film Festival—a comparative newbie, founded in 2012—has quickly established itself as a draw for independent auteurs from around the world. In 2013, no less than Academy Award-winner Jodie Foster led an intimate coffee talk with attendees.

Slated for March 13-16, 2014, what better gift than a long weekend of unforgettable cinema, skiing and allaround resort town pampering?

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BUY THIS: Festival Pass, $100-$1,000

___________________________ NEED MORE? BOISE ART GLASS 530 W. Myrtle St., Boise, 208-3451825, boiseartglass.com HAL DAVIS JEWELERS 921 W. Jefferson St, Boise, 208-343-6151, haldavis.com PRECIOUS METAL ARTS 280 N. Eighth St., Ste. 50, Boise, 208-363-9293 boiseweekly | Gift Guide 2013 | 9

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Aficionado This person knows more about everything than you ever will (and knew about it long before you did).Therefore, any gift you give them simply must have a greater social, historic or artistic connection, with a heavy dose of retro classic.

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BOISE VINTAGE

1524 S. Broadway Ave., Boise, 208-949-9034, boisevintage.com Know someone who longs for the styles of yesteryear? Days when clocks came in sunbursts, fabrics sported geometric patterns and furniture and buildings looked Jetsons-inspired?

Boise Vintage (formerly Broadway Vintage) is a mid-century modern lover’s haven, filled with enough vintage finds to make you feel like you’re back in your grandparent’s living room, which is, you know, cool now.

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BUY THIS: Mid-century modern chair, $50

FLYING M COFFEEHOUSE

500 W. Idaho St., Ste. 100, Boise, 208-345-4320, flyingmcoffee.com If you’re typically so bleary eyed and caffeine-starved when you hit the M that you’ve never noticed that it boasts more than coffee, it’s time to open those peepers. Boise’s favorite coffee shop (as well as its sister store, Flying M Coffeegarage in Nampa) is a bastion for quirky and unique gift ideas from jewelry and fun notebooks to deity pens, random housewares and things you can’t quite classify.

It’s all creative and most of it is highly humorous—you just have to be awake enough to see it.

BUY THIS: Mr. Potato Head Avengers collection: $22 each

HYDE PARK BOOKS

1507 N. 13th St., Boise, 208-4298220, hydeparkbooks.net It’s hard to go wrong with a book, especially when that book is about the art of making cocktails and comes packaged with a hillbilly-functional Mason jar shaker. See, books never stop giving. Hyde Park Books in Boise’s North End offers an array of new and used books, as well as literaturethemed gifts for all ages (except for the cocktail book, of course).

BUY THIS: Shake, with a Mason jar cocktail shaker, $44

PRE FUNK BEER BAR AND GROWLER FILL STATION

1100 W. Front St., 208-331-3865, prefunkbeerbar.com Beer is the gift that keeps on giving, until it’s gone. Know a classy beer drinker in need of a fill up? Boise’s newest innovation in imbibery, Pre Funk, has you covered. With 20 brews on tap—including offerings from locals Crooked Fence, Slanted Rock, Payette Brewing, Sawtooth, McCall www.boiseweekly.com

Brewing and The Ram—you can order a growler or three to put under the tree or snag a few six packs for your resident hop head. Don’t have time to browse? Order online and the Pre Funkers will have your suds waiting for a grab and go shop stop.

BUY THIS: A 4-pint grower starts at $7, and a 2-pint rounder is $5, not including beer.

PROOF

439 S. Capitol Blvd, 208-629-8099, iwantproof.com Proof is quickly becoming Boise’s ambassador of cool. The familyowned company makes wood and eco-friendly sunglasses and frames that have appeared on some famous faces. The company’s new downtown retail location includes its entire line of shades, including one made from recycled skateboard decks.

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BUY THIS: Bannock frames, $115

THE RECORD EXCHANGE

1105 W. Idaho St., Boise, 208-3448010, therecordexchange.com When people hear “record exchange,” they can be forgiven for thinking “record shop.” Well, forgiven only if they don’t know anything about The Record Exchange. Sure the store boasts rows and rows of CDs, piles of cassettes and a trove of vinyl, but The RX is far more than a mere music store. Inside you’ll find clothes, a library of graphic novels and a galaxy of gifts—from the quirky to the requisite.

With live music events and must-see sales, it’s also a helluva place for an afternoon browse-a-thon.

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BUY THIS: Vintage vinyl, $5-$25

___________________________ NEED MORE? BRICOLAGE See Page 19 THE FLICKS See Page 21 INDIE MADE See Page 19 PRESTIGE SKATE BOARDS See Page 23

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Ultra Foodie Making their own bread, pasta and canned tomatoes is de rigueur to these people.They have to have the latest kitchen gadget.They take classes in specialty gourmet cooking techniques.They tour traditional butcher shops for fun. Chances are, they grew the grass fed to their grass-fed beef.To get the right gifts for these types, you better be on your gastronomical game.

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BREWER’S HAVEN 1795 Vista Ave., Boise, 208-991-4677, brewershaven.myshopify.com You know what they say: Give a man a beer and he’ll drink for a day; teach a man to brew his own beer and he’ll love you forever. Brewer’s Haven lives up to its name, with a complete line of everything you’ll need to get your favorite imbiber started crafting their own refreshments—or supply your resident brewmaster with the tools they’ll need to stave off thirst year round. From kits, equipment and ingredients, to books, cleaners and schwag, it’s all there. Get thirsty while shopping? Grab a little something for yourself; BH also offers a selection of fine imports by the bottle.

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BUY THIS: Celastrina beer, $12.99; Lagunitas Mason jar, $3.99

THE CHOCOLAT BAR 805 W. Bannock St., Boise, 208-3387771, thechocolatbar.com Nothing we could possibly write would convince anyone of the greatness of this gourmet chocolate shop more than the simple act of walking in the door. Step inside and be immediately enveloped in waves of deep chocolate essence. We dare you to try to leave without some fleur de sel caramels, white chocolate lemon lavender almond bark or a creme brulee truffle.

BUY THIS: Signature Hot Cocoa, $13.25

FUEL FOR THE SOUL 1941 N. 18th St., Boise, 208-3427118, fuelforthesoulboise.com There are as many reasons to pick up something fast and greasy as there are calories in a McDonald’s Big Breakfast (1,350 to be precise).

One reason you can check off the list: know-how. Fuel for the Soul offers a selection of locally based, artisan foods, but it also hosts a slate of eight to 10 monthly single-evening cooking classes on Italian and Thai cuisine.

Participants will learn and prepare a four-course meal (first, second, side and dessert) and go home with a printed recipe. Seating is limited and sells out fast, but with a no-expiration gift card, recipients get first crack at seating. Get a gift card or reserve a spot for that special food fanatic on your gift list at 208-781-0852.

BUY THIS: Classes cost $55-$60

GLOBAL GARDENS

gift than a membership in one of Boise’s favorite CSA programs? Boise’s Global Gardens not only provides participants with fresh produce grown in the valley, refugee farmers grow all of the produce, and proceeds go back to them. Better yet, if you order by the end of the year, you can get 2013 program prices for all of 2014.

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BUY THIS: CSA membership, $439 for 20 weeks, $230 for 10 weeks.

THE MIXING BOWL 216 N. Ninth St., Boise, 208-3456025, themixingbowlboise.com Any chef worth his or her salt knows that having the right tools is almost as important as having the right ingredients. From Victorinox knives to Le Creuset bakeware to Sagaform barware to kitchen gadgets you didn’t even know you wanted, The Mixing Bowl makes sure Boiseans keep cooking in style.

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BUY THIS: Idaho-shaped wooden cutting boards, $25-$29

TRES BONNE CUISINE 6555 W. Overland Road, Boise, 208658-1364, tresbonnecuisine.com Remember the time you spent an afternoon in a Bavarian beer garden, sipping a stein of Dunkel and munching on some Bavarska-doused weisswurst? Or your days haunting Amsterdam’s cafes, snacking on rum balls and cream-filled bokkepootjes?

No? Have someone on your gift list who has done those things and won’t stop talking about them? Tres Bonne Cuisine is your spot to shop. With unique European delicacies and a wine and beer selection that can’t be beat for continental variety, you won’t find a better outlet for pleasing your favorite globe-trotting foodie (or drinkie).

BUY THIS: Themed wine or beer tasting, $10 per person

___________________________ NEED MORE? A NEW VINTAGE WINE SHOP 1400 N. Eagle Road, Meridian, 208-855-9230, anewvino.com JANJOU PATISSERIE 1754 W. State St., Boise, 208-297-5853, janjou.com PORTERHOUSE MARKET 600 S. Rivershore Lane, Eagle, 208938-1441, porterhousemarket.com

idahorefugees.org/home/ global_gardens Real foodies know that local and organic is where it’s at, so what better www.boiseweekly.com

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Domestic Diehard This person’s home isn’t a castle, it’s an architectural and design showpiece where every throw pillow, wreath, piece of pottery, artfully framed photograph and planter is not only thought out, but perfectly placed.

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EDWARDS GREENHOUSE AND THE FLORIST AT EDWARDS 4106 Sand Creek St.,Boise, 208-3427548, edwardsgreenhouse.com When it comes to all things flora, Edwards is always a safe bet. The verdant greenhouses are not only packed with vegetation, but plenty of accessories for the well-appointed yard and garden. But if you truly want to impress, check out the living plant baskets created by The Florist at Edwards. The creative crew puts together stunning arrangements comprised of living plants and flowers that the receiver can then replant to enjoy in the future. Even better: They deliver.

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BUY THIS: Succulent arrangement in concrete vessel, $50

ENCHANTING OBJECTS 4906 W. State St., Boise, 208-8531005, enchantingobjects.com The funky little white house on State Street is a little misleading. While the outside might cause a raised eyebrow, the inside has you mentally redecorating your entire home.

The place is packed with both new and reclaimed items from across the country, offering quirky, fun and charming items to put a personal stamp on a home. If you think the house looks small, keep in mind that there are six outbuildings to explore, too.

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BUY THIS: Vintage chair, $119

HERITAGE REFLECTIONS 3175 E. Copper Point Drive, Meridian, 208-855-9885, heritagereflections.com Welcome to ground zero for anyone who likes a little old-fashioned or country feel in their home. From beeswax candles to dishware to braided rugs and plenty of decor, the shop is brimming with everything anyone could possibly want in their country abode. The highlight, though, is the Amish furniture, which can be custom made to order.

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BUY THIS: Calendar frame $55; Legacy Songbird calendar, $16

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PUFFY MONDAES 200 12th Ave. S.,Nampa, 208-4073359, puffymondaes.enstore.com Any true Domestic Diehard knows a good thing when he or she sees it, and they definitely know how to make it by hand. Puffy Mondaes offers all the supplies the proper knitter, spinner or felter needs to complete a project, as well as classes from the experts on everything from beginning knitting to painting and pottery. There’s a continuous schedule of classes for all ability levels.

BUY THIS: Classes average $40-$70

RENEWAL CONSIGNMENT HOMEWARES 517 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-338-5444, renewalhome.com Renewal continually wins the Best of Boise award for Best Local Furniture Store for a simple reason: It has awesome furniture and home decor.

The crew picks and chooses the best of the consignment market, meaning that the inventory is always revolving and the merchandise is top quality.

BUY THIS: Stock varies

ZAMZOWS Multiple locations, zamzows.com OK, so the Treasure Valley’s scion of lawn, garden and pet care isn’t usually the first place you think of for gifts, but when there’s a gardener in your life, you can’t go wrong with the multitude of specialized garden tools, decor and accessories that Zamzows keeps in stock. Looking for an activity with less actual activity? Check out the selection of bird feeders and the custom bird food designed not only to attract songbirds, but promised not to sprout in your lawn.

BUY THIS: Bird feeders, $9-$50

___________________________ NEED MORE? EPITOME HOME AND GARDEN 121 N. Fifth St., Boise, 208-333-0123 THE MIXING BOWL See Page 13

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“Voted Boise’s best independent bookstore 6 years in a row —we have expert staff and the perfect book for every reader on your list.”

Idaho’s Best Selection of Guitars, over 1,000 in stock. All price ranges & models for beginning to professional musicians. Our guitars also include a professional set-up and lifetime tuning!

Give a gift with international flair!

We offer hard to find wines, meats, cheeses, and other food items from Spain and the Basque Country. Catering, cooking classes, and events too!

REDisCOvERED BOOks 180 N. 8th st., Boise 208-376-4229 www.rdbooks.org

DORsEy MusiC 5015 W. state st., Boise 1231 Caldwell Blvd., Nampa www.dorseymusic.com

BAsquE MARkET 608 W. Grove st., Boise 208-433-1208 www.thebasquemarket.com

The Record Exchange is open 10am-9pm Monday-Saturday; 10am-7pm Sunday The Coffee/Gift Shop opens at 7:30am weekdays, 9am weekends ThE RECORD ExChANGE 1105 West idaho street, Boise 208-344-8010 www.therecordexchange.com

Entertainment under the stars!

Give the unforgettable gift of summer nights at Idaho Shakespeare at outrageous savings.

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Hyde Park Books is really “shaking” things up! Stop by this holiday season and add a little shake to your holiday. Hyde Park Books, your neighbor enabler. Shakers and recipe books available. hyDE PARk BOOks 1507 N. 13th st., Boise 208-429-8220 http://hydeparkbooks.net

Boise Outlets Holiday Savings and Fun! Nov. 30, Dec. 7 & 21, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Boise’s only FREE holiday horse and carriage Rides.

BOisE FACTORy OuTlETs 6806 s. Eisenman Rd., Boise 208-331-5000 www.boisefactoryoutlets.com

Renewal Consignment Homewares is the best place to sell items no longer needed in your home. Items that are gently used and still valuable. We sell upscale, quality used furniture, home accessories, and jewelry, all with convenience in mind.

RENEWAl 517 s. 8th street 208-338-5444 www.renewalhome.com

Boise Weekly invites you to save 20-40% on dining, drinks and entertainment throughout the valley with our free BWSmartCard app. Go to BoiseWeekly. com and download the app. It’s kind of a big deal.

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There’s a swell gift shop at Flying M full of artsy, silly, exceptional, lovely, clever, and unexpected things that’ll make your shopping a whole lot easier. Find coffee and accoutrements here.

FlyiNG M COFFEEhOusE, Boise FlyiNG M COFFEEGARAGE, Nampa www.flyingmcoffee.com

Boise Art Glass is Boise, Idaho’s only glass blowing studio and gallery open to the public; featuring 17 different glass artists.

We offer classes, supplies, rentals, custom orders, and demonstrations.

BOisE ART GlAss 530 W Myrtle, Boise 208-345-1825 www.BoiseArtGlass.com

Decorate with Edwards grown poinsettias, amaryllis, paperwhites and more. We also carry fresh cut greens and trees, holiday garden baskets and floral arrangements, as well as locally crafted ornaments and gifts.

EDWARDs GREENhOusEs 4106 sand Creek st. Boise, 208-342-7548 www.edwardsgreenhouse.com www.boiseweekly.com

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Localist This is the person who thinks of “local� as a religion.They pray at the altar of the sustainably produced and tithe by buying jewelry, goods and food and bath products made by local artisans using local ingredients.

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BARDENAY RESTAURANT AND DISTILLERY 610 W. Grove St., 208-426-0538, bardenay.com Bardenay’s restaurants in Boise and Eagle are longtime local favorites, but it’s the distillery part that we’re particularly keen on for the holidays. Bardenay—the nation’s first microdistillery pub—turns out handcrafted hooch on-site at its Grove St. location, including London dry style gin, sugar cane-distilled vodka and small batch rum—all available by the bottle in Idaho State Liquor Stores or (of course) by the drink at Bardenay locations.

BUY THIS: Bardenay distilled spirits, $11.95-$19.95

BEE WISE GOODS 3019 W. State St., Boise, 208-3928493, beewisegoods.com Not only can you find creative and attractive hand-made homewares, toys and accessories at Bee Wise, but the folks there will teach you how to make them yourself. The Boise store offers a full list of regular classes, as well as project patterns for the DIYer.

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BUY THIS: Crawdad Co-op bag, $22

BRICOLAGE 418 S. Sixth St., Boise, 208-3453718, bricoshoppe.com Bricolage is all about celebrating the creative DIY-spirit in all of us. Whether it’s by showcasing work done by local artisans or hosting sewing classes, the folks at Bricolage make the word “craft” equate with “cool.” The store has a fun selection of cards, clothing, jewelry, accessories and housewares among other treasures, and check out the schedule of classes online.

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BUY THIS: Elise Vaughn vest, $68

GREEN CHUTES 4714 W. State St., Boise, 208-2750021, greenchutesboise.com Artists need a place to feel at home, too, and more than 100 of them have moved into Green Chutes Artist Coop inside Salt Tears Coffeehouse and Noshery. Not literally, of course, but their work, from painting, jewelry and photography to sculpture and even food and body care items, can all be found inside the expansive gallery space. When you get worn down looking at it all, you can always refuel at Salt Tears, so it’s a win-win.

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BUY THIS: Where-Or-When necklace, $60

WINGTIP PRESS 500 S. Eighth St., Boise, wingtippress.com Printmaking has come a long way since Gutenberg. Sure, most things are mass-produced these days, but the folks at Wingtip Press celebrate the artistry of old-fashioned printmaking.

The printmaking members of the organization are always willing to share their knowledge thanks to ongoing classes offered in a variety of disciplines, meaning the hands-on person in your life can expand his or her skill set.

BUY THIS: Costs vary by class

___________________________ NEED MORE? GLOBAL GARDENS See Page 13 REDISCOVERED BOOKS See Page 23 SMOKY DAVIS 3914 W. State St., Boise, 208-344-1885, smokydavis.com

INDIE MADE 108 N. Sixth St., Boise, 208-3420804, shopindiemade.com Etsy is so 2010—especially when local artisans and crafters have come together to form their own co-op where shoppers can find one-of-akind treasures created by roughly 60 of their neighbors. You never know what you’re going to find with works from numerous artists, but the selection of homewares, children’s clothing, jewelry, body care products, apparel and much more is worth an exploratory trip.

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There’s no getting out of this one.They are your new neighbor who’s always bringing you stuff from their garden, the acquaintance who never forgets your birthday, or the officemate who gives you pointed glances when you resist signing up for the Secret Santa exchange.You don’t know them well, but you need to get them something.

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BOISE CO-OP WINE SHOP

GOOD GOODS

915 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-4724519, boise.coop/wineshop

5865 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208- 377-3027, goodgoodsblog. blogspot.com

When in doubt, go with wine. That’s advice that works in a surprising number of situations, but best during gift-giving season. And when you need wine, Boise Co-op Wine Shop is the go-to place with a selection that can make your eyes cross before you even open a bottle. But don’t fret, whether you’re looking for something organic, something local or you have absolutely no idea, just ask the staff for help and they’ll guide you. We also recommend buying a bottle, or two, for yourself. With all this shopping, you’ve earned it.

BUY THIS: Anything

DRAGONFLY 414 W. Main St., Boise, 208-338-9234 Dragonfly can officially be considered a Boise institution. For decades, it has been the go-to shop for fun finds, from jewelry to women’s clothing to an inspiring array of silly Archie McPhee gift items (Einstein action figure or nun-chucking catapult anyone?).

Dragonfly is full of unique gifts for all tastes—but especially those with a good sense of humor.

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BUY THIS: Temple Bell chime set, $40

THE FLICKS 646 W. Fulton St., Boise, 208-3424288, theflicksboise.com Everyone loves a good movie, but it can be hard to wade through all the blockbuster pap. That’s never a problem at The Flicks, Boise’s beloved art house cinema. At any given time, you can bet the marquee at The Flicks will read like a what’s what of the best indie, documentary, foreign and award-winning films out there.

Give your Gotta Giftee a few hours of entertainment with gift cards available for any amount, a Flicks punch card for $65 (for use by one or two people) or go big with an unlimited movie pass—good all year—for $250.

BUY THIS: Flicks Gift Card, starts at $7

Everyone needs a shop where they’re guaranteed to find a little something that not only stays within budget, but is unique enough that it looks like they spent way more time searching for it than they did. Good Goods is filled with little discoveries for the home—be they fun decorative items, unique conversation starters or even indulgent body care items. The inventory changes regularly, so plan frequent trips.

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BUY THIS: Hand-shaped, heavy tin bottle opener, $5.50

GURU DONUTS 208-571-7792, gurudonuts.com Donuts are an artform—at least when they come from local favorite Guru Donuts they sure as hell are.

Made daily from scratch with natural ingredients and in varieties that make traditional donuts look like Saltine crackers, you could do no better as a gift-giver than showing up with a dozen or so of these babies under your arm. If you’re feeling inspired, they’ll even bake them into custom shapes for you.Yup, you’ll be a holiday legend.

BUY THIS: $18 per dozen when preordered online

SODA WORKS 3017 W. State St., Boise, 208-3928493, thsodaworks.com Let Coke and Pepsi battle it out—who cares when you have 150 different flavors of soda from vintage and independent bottlers? Who wouldn’t want to sip on a Virgil’s Black Cherry Cream, a Fentiman’s Rose Lemonade, a Sioux City Sarsaparilla, a bottle of Oogave Mandarin Key Lime or maybe a Cock and Bull Ginger Beer? Soda Works has it. Go vintage or explore the unusual at the shop, which also features a fair amount of vintage candy.

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BUY THIS: Four-pack of mandarin soda pop, $9

___________________________ NEED MORE? CHOCOLAT BAR See Page 13 CITY PEANUT SHOP 803 W. Bannock St., Boise, 208-433-3931, citypeanut.com www.boiseweekly.com

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ALL ABOUT GAMES

NEWT AND HAROLD’S

7079 W. Overland Road, Boise, 208-343-5653; 120 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-345-0204, allaboutgamesboise.com

1021 S. Broadway Ave., Boise, 208385-9300, newtandharolds.com

Lest we forget, games don’t have to include a charger. All About Games specializes not only in non-electronic games, but its collection of games from around the world means the choices go far, far beyond Sorry or Scrabble. From strategy games to card games to mystery games, there’s something for all interests. For the younger set, there’s also an excellent selection of educational toys and puzzles. Can’t decide? Rent a game from the downtown location and try it out first.

BUY THIS: Star Trek Catan, $49

CAPTAIN COMICS 710 Vista Ave., 208-336-2333, captain-comics.com While couch-bound adults might not know it, Walking Dead has been a top-selling comic for 10 years now.

Chances are that comic-reading tween on your list was hip to it before you were. Same goes for Saga, a comic series by the same creators (and which will probably end up on TV someday, too). Then there’s Adventure Time and the My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic series—both allages comic hits that you may never have heard of but which the kids are crazy for. Pick up those titles—and blockbusters like Batman, Justice League and Avengers—at Captain Comics. Needs games? Magic the Gathering and Settlers of Catan can’t be beat. Need puzzles, stuffed animals, a cribbage set? Yep, yep and yep. Superhero status come gift-giving time? Check.

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BUY THIS: Comic books. Starting at $2.50.

G. WILLIKERS TOY MERCHANT 1508 N. 13th St., Boise, 208-3670020, ggwillikers.com Once upon a time, kids played with things that actually forced them to use their imaginations.Amazing, right?

Thankfully, such bastions of fun and creativity still exist, and in Boise you can’t go wrong with G. Willikers, where the toys are old school, including construction blocks, stuffed animals, toy trucks, costumes, educational toys and more. The small Hyde Park store carries only one danger:You may lose an hour playing with the toys.

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BUY THIS: Furry pink stick unicorn, $25

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If it’s cool, you’ll find it at Newt and Harold’s. Go for a longboard or skateboard. Maybe think winter and check the massive selection of snowboards, good for every type and ability of rider and sporting designs to satisfy all tastes. Sunglasses? Got ’em.

And don’t even get us started on the selection of skate- and snow-themed apparel and accessories for both men and women. Just go there, you’ll find something—trust us.

BUY THIS: Stance socks, $20

PRESTIGE SKATEBOARDS 106 S. 11th St., Boise, 208-4246824, prestigeskateboards.com Fact No. 1: All teens know more than you do. Fact No. 2: All teens love skateboard culture. Whether it’s an eye-catching skate deck (for use or display), skate shoes from Lakai, Vans, Nike and more or stylin’ hoodies or jackets, if the teen in your life has even the slightest skater tendencies, Prestige will save your sanity—and your rep.

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BUY THIS: Skatedeck, $34

REDISCOVERED BOOKS 180 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-3764229, rdbooks.org Yes, we may be a bit biased considering our obvious affinity for print, but nothing beats a book.

Whether it’s a twisting mystery, an escapist fantasy, a compelling biography or a how-to manual, books are the ultimate gifts. Boise’s favorite bookstore is filled with new and used tomes and has a respectable selection of books for kids and young adults, not to mention fun bookthemed merchandise.

BUY THIS: Fan Girl by Rainbow Rowell, $19

___________________________ NEED MORE? BUNS IN THE OVEN 413 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-342-5683, labortolove.com CASSIS 819 W. Idaho St., Boise, 208-345-5501, cassiskids.com DISCOVERY CENTER OF IDAHO 131 Myrtle St., Boise, 208-343-9895, scidaho.org PENNY LANE KIDS 1778 W. State St., Boise, 208-3445437, pennylanekids.com boiseweekly | Gift Guide 2013 | 23

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BOISE ARMY NAVY 4924 Chinden Blvd., Garden City, 208322-0660, boisearmynavy.org.

The tagline “It’s a different kind of store” is putting it mildly. Part authentic Army/Navy surplus and part outdoor gear emporium, the cavernous store is a one-stop shop for cookware, camping gear, camp stoves, river gear and knives. You’ll also find boots and clothes (military and otherwise) for every kind of outdoor adventure and enough camo patterns to make you dizzy. Airsoft fans will be over the moon for the selection of guns and accessories. Bonus: Defused grenades make fabulous stocking stuffers.

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BUY THIS: Russian army backpack, $130

THE BENCHMARK 625 S. Vista Ave., Boise, 208-338-1700, benchmarkadventures.com Benchmark will make sure your favorite outdoors fanatic not only gets to the backcountry, but makes it back.

The store is packed with clothing, accessories and gear for everything from rock climbing and backpacking to skiing and hiking, with everything from sleeping bags to headlamps, climbing harnesses and more. The selection of clothing and footwear is especially impressive.

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GEORGE’S CYCLES AND FITNESS Multiple locations, georgescycles.com It’s probably not a big shocker to reveal that George’s is all about biking, but the massive selection of all types of bikes is still a little aweinspiring. But beyond the mountain, road and cruiser bikes, George’s also carries all the accessories and gizmos your resident cyclist could dream of— as well as a few they might not know exist. Does a biker on your list need a little help spiffing up their existing ride?

Book them some time with George’s maintenance department.

BUY THIS: Bontrager Ion 2 headlight/ Flare 3 taillight set, $65

GREENWOOD’S SKI HAUS 2400 N. Bogus Basin Road, Boise, 208342-6808, greenwoodsskihaus.com Greenwood’s is Boise’s original ski shop, and after more than 50 years, it can still shred. Check out the selection of Nordic and Alpine skis, snowboards and anything a diehard powder www.boiseweekly.com

hound would need to make it down the mountain. Greenwood’s offers one of the best goggle selections around and plenty of attire so your favorite skier/boarder doesn’t look like a hick on the slopes.

BUY THIS: Ski the Great Potato, Idaho Ski Areas Past and Present, by Margaret Fuller $22.95

IDAHO MOUNTAIN TOURING 1310 W. Main St., Boise, 208336-3854; 1739 Cherry Lane, Meridian, 208-350-6455, idahomoutaintouring.com Idaho Mountain Touring has been the headquarters for people-powered adventures in Boise for decades.

The selection of mountain, road and cruiser bikes is impressive, as is the Nordic ski department. IMT also carries a wide range of backpacking and camping gear—including tents— and it has one of the best selections around of clothing from high-end outdoor companies. For even more bikes, check out IMT’s new Meridian location.

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BUY THIS: Western Mountaineering sleeping bag, $515

IDAHO RIVER SPORTS 3100 W. Pleasanton Ave., Boise, 208336-4844, idahoriversports.com Idaho River Sports’ location near the Boise River Recreation Park is ideal for its specialty: all things river. Check out the assortment of rafts, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, as well as all of the gear that goes with the sports.

Still, one of the best attributes of IRS is the long list of regular classes it offers in the warm months with kayaking and SUP options for multiple ability levels.

BUY THIS: Salamander Kayak Beam Bag, $14

___________________________ NEED MORE? ASANA CLIMBING 3235 W. Chinden Blvd., Garden City, 208-345-7625, asanaclimbing.com THE BOARD ROOM 2727 W State St., Boise, 208-3859553, boardroomboise.com THE ECO LOUNGE 2445 N. Bogus Basin Road, Boise, 208-429-8855, eco-lounge.com MCU SPORTS 822 W. Jefferson St., Boise, 208-342-7734; 7566 W. Fairview Ave., Boise, 208-3780053, mcusports.com

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Shopping Directory ALL ABOUT GAMES

BUNS IN THE OVEN

7079 W. Overland Road, Boise, 208-343-5653; 120 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-345-0204, allaboutgamesboise.com

413 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-342-5683, labortolove.com

CAPTAIN COMICS

710 Vista Ave., 208-336-2333, captain-comics.com

ASANA CLIMBING

3235 W. Chinden Blvd., Garden City, 208-345-7625, asanaclimbing.com

CASSIS KIDS

819 W. Idaho St., Boise, 208-345-5501, cassiskids.com

BARDENAY RESTAURANT AND DISTILLERY

THE CHOCOLAT BAR

610 W. Grove St., 208-426-0538, bardenay.com

805 W. Bannock St., Boise, 208-3387771, thechocolatbar.com

BEE WISE GOODS

CITY PEANUT SHOP

3019 W. State St., Boise, 208-3928493, beewisegoods.com

803 W. Bannock St., Boise, 208-433-3931, citypeanut.com

THE BENCHMARK

625 S.Vista Ave., Boise, 208-3381700, benchmarkadventures.com

THE BOARD ROOM

DISCOVERY CENTER OF IDAHO

131 Myrtle St., Boise, 208-343-9895, scidaho.org

DRAGONFLY

2727 W State St., Boise, 208-3859553, boardroomboise.com

4924 Chinden Blvd., Garden City, 208-322-0660, boisearmynavy.org

BOISE ART GLASS

530 W. Myrtle St., Boise, 208-3451825, boiseartglass.com

BOISE ART MUSEUM GIFT SHOP 670 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, 208345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org

BOISE CO-OP WINE SHOP 915 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-4724519, boise.coop/wineshop

BOISE VINTAGE

1524 S. Broadway Ave., Boise, 208949-9034, boisevintage.com

BREWER’S HAVEN

THE ECO LOUNGE

2445 N. Bogus Basin Road, Boise, 208-429-8855, eco-lounge.com

EDWARDS GREENHOUSE AND THE FLORIST AT EDWARDS 4106 Sand Creek St., Boise, 208-342-7548, edwardsgreenhouse.com

ENCHANTING OBJECTS

4906 W. State St., Boise, 208-8531005, enchantingobjects.com

EPITOME HOME AND GARDEN

121 N. Fifth St., Boise, 208-333-0123

1508 N. 13th St., Boise, 208-3670020, ggwillikers.com

FLYING M COFFEEHOUSE

418 S. Sixth St., Boise, 208-345-3718, bricoshoppe.com

IDAHO MOUNTAIN TOURING

1310 W. Main St., Boise, 208336-3854; 1739 Cherry Lane, Meridian, 208-350-6455, idahomoutaintouring.com

IDAHO RIVER SPORTS

PRECIOUS METAL ARTS

280 N. Eighth St., Ste. 50, Boise, 208363-9293, finecustomjewelry.com

PRESTIGE SKATEBOARDS

106 S. 11th St., Boise, 208-424-6824, prestigeskateboards.com

GEORGE’S CYCLES AND FITNESS

3100 W. Pleasanton Ave., Boise, 208-336-4844, idahoriversports.com

PROOF

GLOBAL GARDENS

IDAHO SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL

PUFFY MONDAES

idahoshakespeare.org

200 12th Ave. S., Nampa, 208-4073359, puffymondaes.enstore.com

INDIE MADE

R. GREY GALLERY

JANJOU PATISSERIE

THE RECORD EXCHANGE

MCU SPORTS

REDISCOVERED BOOKS

THE MIXING BOWL

GURU DONUTS

216 N. Ninth St., Boise, 208-3456025, themixingbowlboise.com

RENEWAL CONSIGNMENT HOMEWARES

HERITAGE REFLECTIONS

A NEW VINTAGE WINE SHOP

SMOKY DAVIS

Multiple locations,georgescycles.com

idahorefugees.org/home/ global_gardens

GOOD GOODS

5865 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208- 377-3027, goodgoodsblog.blogspot.com

GREEN CHUTES

4714 W. State St., Boise, 208-2750021, greenchutesboise.com

208-571-7792, gurudonuts.com

3175 E. Copper Point Drive, Meridian, 208-855-9885, heritagereflections.com

HAL DAVIS JEWELERS

921 W. Jefferson St, Boise, 208-343-6151, haldavis.com

HOTEL 43

981 Grove. St., Boise, 208-243-4622, hotel43.com

108 N. Sixth St., Boise, 208-342-0804, shopindiemade.com

1754 W. State St., Boise, 208-2975853, janjou.com

822 W. Jefferson St., Boise, 208-3427734; 7566 W. Fairview Ave., Boise, 208-378-0053, mcusports.com

1400 N. Eagle Road, Meridian, 208-855-9230, anewvino.com

NEWT AND HAROLD’S

1021 S. Broadway Ave., Boise, 208385-9300, newtandharolds.com

PENNY LANE KIDS

1778 W. State St., Boise, 208-344-5437, pennylanekids.com

PORTERHOUSE MARKET

1507 N. 13th St., Boise, 208-429-8220, hydeparkbooks.net

600 S. Rivershore Lane, Eagle, 208-938-1441, porterhousemarket.com

IDAHO BOTANICAL GARDEN

PRE FUNK BEER BAR AND GROWLER FILL STATION

HYDE PARK BOOKS

THE FLICKS

500 W. Idaho St., Ste. 100, Boise, 208-345-4320, flyingmcoffee.com

BRICOLAGE

G. WILLIKERS TOY MERCHANT

2400 N. Bogus Basin Road, Boise, 208-342-6808, greenwoodsskihaus.com

646 W. Fulton St., Boise, 208-3424288, theflicksboise.com

1795 Vista Ave., Boise, 208-991-4677, brewershaven.myshopify.com

1941 N. 18th St., Boise, 208-3427118, fuelforthesoulboise.com

GREENWOOD’S SKI HAUS

414 W. Main St., Boise, 208-338-9234

BOISE ARMY NAVY

FUEL FOR THE SOUL

2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, 208-343-8649, idahobotanicalgarden.org

1100 W. Front St., 208-331-3865, prefunkbeerbar.com

439 S. Capitol Blvd, 208-629-8099, iwantproof.com

415 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-385-9337, rgreygallery.com

1105 W. Idaho St., Boise, 208-3448010, therecordexchange.com

180 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-3764229, rdbooks.org

517 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-3385444, renewalhome.com

3914 W. State St., Boise, 208-344-1885, smokydavis.com

SODA WORKS

3017 W. State St., Boise, 208-392-8493, thsodaworks.com

SUN VALLEY FILM FESTIVAL sunvalleyfilmfestival.org

TRES BONNE CUISINE

6555 W. Overland Road, Boise, 208-658-1364, tresbonnecuisine.com

WINGTIP PRESS

500 S. Eighth St., Boise, wingtippress.com

ZAMZOWS

Multiple locations, zamzows.com

Advertiser Directory 36th Street Garden Center

Bogus Basin

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Brick Oven Bistro

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Boise Army/Navy

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Dorsey Music

Ballet Idaho

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Boise Art Glass

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Dragonfly

Bee Wise Goods

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Boise Art Museum

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Dry Fly

Benchmark

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Boise Factory Outlets

Big Al’s

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Boardroom

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Greenwood’s Ski Haus

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Karen Klinefelter Studio

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Renewal

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Highlands Hollow

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Les Filles by Claudia

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Renu Medi-Spa

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Hyde Park Books

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Moab Brewing

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Soda Works

Penny Lane Kids

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Tamarack

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Volt Vapes

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Edwards Greenhouse

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Flying M Coffeegarage

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Idaho Wine Commission

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Record Exchange

Flying M Coffeehouse

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Just Baked

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