Buffalo spree's holiday shopping guide 2015

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LIVE, SHOP, GIVE BUFFALO UNFORGETTABLE GIFTS—A LOCAL SURVEY

BEAUTY TIPS AND TIMESAVERS FOR A FESTIVE SEASON

HOLIDAY SHOPPING GUIDE2015 buffalospree.com

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306 Main St. East Aurora, NY 716-652-0292

Grand Island Portuguese Water Dogs at Doceu Kennel

• Puppies available and going to their “Forever Homes” January 2016 • All puppies bred for Health, Temperament & Type and come with a Health Guarantee • Hypoallergenic • American Kennel Club Registered • AKC/CKC Champion Sired & Health tested • Member of the Portuguese Water Dog Club of America • Summer Fun Portie Water Dog Camp for all of our puppy families • Come visit us at “Meet the Breed” at the Buffalo Dog Show @ the Hamburg Fairgrounds in January 2016!

• Accepting applications at Doceukennel.com or call 716.435.9922

Specializing in skincare Microdermabrasion IPL® Permanent Hair Reduction ThermaVein® Noninvasive Facial Vein Removal Custom Facials Skincare Products

Robert J. Perry, MD, FACS Certified American Board of Plastic Surgery

6932 Williams Rd., Niagara Falls, NY • 716.205.0039 • www.spaniagarausa.com

“Aesthetic surgery demands finesse and attention to detail.”

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by Robert J. Perry, md, facs 3580 Sheridan Dr, Suite 120 Amherst, NY 14226 Summit Healthplex: 6932 Williams Road, Suite 1700 Niagara Falls, NY 14304

716.297.7040 www.buffaloniagaraplasticsurgery.com

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Ten Thousand Villages

5596 Main Street | 716.810.9333 tenthousandvilages.com/williamsville Ten Thousand Villages is a locally owned fair trade nonprofit retail store, that carries handcrafted items from over 30 countries. Mention this ad to receive 20% off one item.

Shop Small Business Saturday Weekend and Save!

Visit our website for more information on upcoming sales and events.

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TeaLeafs

5416 Main Street | 716.688.8022 tealeafswny.com WNY’s destination tea store with 225+ varieties of loose leaf teas, boxed teas, tea accessories, raw honeys, raw honey cremes, scone mixes, gift baskets, gift cards and so much more!

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Village Artisans

5560 Main Street | 716.633.2384 facebook.com/villageartisanswilliamsville Featuring the work of local artists and craftspeople.Jewelry, Baby Gifts, Buffalo Gifts, Artwork, Home DĂŠcor, Greeting Cards.

Enter to Win a WBA $250 Shopping Spree!

Shop and dine at participating stores and restaurants for your chance to Win!

Visit Willvill.com for details about upcoming events!

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Frederic Owen Fine Jewelry

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Second Chic

5542 Main Street | 716.276.3872 fredericowenfinejewelry.com Whether starting out your journey, or celebrating a milestone along the way, come find the perfect, one-of-akind piece of jewelry unique to you.

5454 Main Street | 716-632-8222 Secondchicbuffalo.com Second Chic sells new & recycled fashion for women and men.

Clothing, shoes, purses and jewelry.

We now carry designers’ clothing and accessories.

Holiday in the Village - Sat., December 5th Free Trolly Rides to Various Stops in the Village 10-4 DIY Pictures with Santa at the Red Mill on Spring St. 11-2 pm Horse and Wagon Rides at the Red Mill on Spring St. noon-2pm Tree Lighting followed by evening festivities FREE children’s games and activities.

Food and hot chocolate available for purchase on Spring Street

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Publisher Laurence A. Levite

Chastity L. O’Shei Jennifer Tudor Adam Van Schoonhoven Andrea Rowley Joshua Flanigan, Kim Miers, Jean-Pierre Thimot Nicholas Vitello kc kratt

Director of Advertising

Special Projects Manager

Senior Account Executives

National Ad Director

Blitz—creative marketing

Barbara E. Macks Marianne Potratz Wendy Burns, Mary Beth Holly, Caroline Kunze, Robin Kurss, Robin Lenhard, Lauren Hibit, Marianne Potratz, Betty Tata, Lori Teibel Terri Downey Louis J. Aguglia

BEAUTY TIPS AND TIMESAVERS FOR A FESTIVE SEASON

Editor-in-Chief Elizabeth Licata Senior Editor Wendy Guild Swearingen Proofreaders Sharon Levite

Creative Director

Production Director

Traffic Coordinator

Lead Designer

Designers/Illustrators

Graphic Designers

Editorial Photographer

Director of Marketing & Public Relations Administrative & Marketing coordinator

LIVE, SHOP, GIVE BUFFALO

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Contents

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Live, shop, give Buffalo................................ 82

By Rebecca Cuthbert

Required reading: foodie books. . ................ 90

By Wendy Guild Swearingen

Beauty tips and timesavers......................... 94 for a festive season

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By Marianne Potratz

Unforgettable gifts—a local survey.......... 101

By Holly Metz Doyle

Down to earth books. . ................................ 103 that celebrate gardening and nature

By Elizabeth Licata

Malls offer small businesses.. ................... 107 as well as corporate giants

By Marianne Potratz

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That’s a wrap!............................................. 110

By Rebecca Cuthbert

Give WNY:................................................... 113 local authors and local topics

By Elizabeth Licata

December 2015 Holiday Calendar............ 117 Photos supplied by businesses unless otherwise noted

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NEW

3061 Sheridan Dr., Northtown Plaza, Amherst 832-1595 • SandEjewelers.com

Special holiday hours beginning Monday, December 7th: M–F 9:30am–8pm • 9:30am–5pm Saturdays and Christmas Eve

Serving Western New York since 1948

Facials Body Massage Waxing Body Treatments Micro Dermabrasion Hair Services Hair Extensions Lash Extensions Make up Applications Nail Services Bridal & Special Events Gift Certificates

WILLIAMSVILLE 5422 Main St. | 716-634-4111 EAST AMHERST 9424 Transit Rd. | 716-639-8019 BUFFALO Avant Building | 200 Delaware Ave. | 716-852-5600

www.capellosalon.com

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6404 W. Quaker St. Orchard Park, New York • 662.5050

SHOP LIKE OLD TIMES IN THE CHARMING VILLAGE OF HAMBURG Do Something Different the Friday after Thanksgiving!

All Ballroom shoes by DiMichi and Angelo Luzio

50% OFF

in-stock selections only, final sale

Friday November 27

FREE Trolley, Contests & Prizes!

Discounts & Merriment all day long!

Shop Local

Start your Christmas Season in a Special Way!

Biehler’s boasts an inventory of more than 45,000 bottles in a welllit, roomy and elegant store. From Tuscan Reds and French Burgundies to California Cabernets and New York State Rieslings, let Biehler’s be your “Wine Central” for holiday cheer. Check out our vast assortment of spirits and holiday gift sets, and ‘Tis The Season specialty items like Old New England Egg Nog, Fulton’s Pumpkin Cream Liqueur, and Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Villages Nouveau. While not a “super” store in size, we think our service and selection is better than “super!”

141 Buffalo Street • 649-1939 Located in the Hamburg Village Square Plaza

Studio B Dancewear 206 Lake Street, Hamburg, NY 649-5000 performingartz.com

What’s Your Mantra?

Magpie 314 BUFFALO STREET • 646-5838

• MantraBand • ALEX AND ANI • lokai • UNO de 50 • Vera Bradley • Baggallini • Polish Pottery • Crabtree & Evelyn HOURS: MON – FRI 10 TO 7, SAT 10 TO 5, SUN 12 TO 4

SHOP LIKE OLD TIMES IN THE

Your way!!

Gifts for all of Life’s special occasions • featuring local artisan goods • latex & mylar helium balloons • on-site shipping

One Buffalo Street, Hamburg (at Staub Square)

868-2397

MONDAY-FRIDAY 9-5:30

SATURDAY 9-3:00

• Custom framing • Photo restoration & enhancement • Office & home wall decór solutions • Great Gift Ideas 184 Buffalo Street, Hamburg | 202-1134 www.pictureyourwallswny.com | contact@pywny.com

Looking for a special gift that you know will be appreciated?

Come in to Prima Oliva and check out our huge selection of unique gift baskets, loose leaf teas, spices, and over 60 varietes of oils and vinegars.

195 Lake Street, Hamburg, NY 14075 • 649-1800 WWW.ELLESOUTH.COM

HAMBURG

One Buffalo Street Hamburg, NY 14075 (716) 649-2454

MCKINLEY MALL

3701 McKinley Parkway Blasdell, NY 14219 (716) 622-2135

www.primaoliva.com

EAST AURORA

650 Main Street East Aurora, NY 14052 (716) 805-8382

Let Elle South and its talented team get you ready for your holiday parties and special occasions. And, stop in and shop for that special person you love to pamper. We have Gift Cards, unique AVEDA gift sets, stocking stuffer, or create your own customized gift set. Visit our full-service Aveda hair, nail and skincare Salon/Spa and see why we are growing in WNY. Call or visit our website for your next appointment.

Hop on board the FREE Green Friday Trolley! Go round-about visiting ALL the Village Merchants and Restaurants with merriment and cheer!

CHARMING VILLAGE OF HAMBURG A unique local winery crafting international wines 8 SOUTH BUFFALO ST. HAMBURG, NY 646-9979 TenThousandVines.com

• Jewelry • Handbags • Infinity shawls & scarves • Ladies’ accessories • Unique gifts • Exceptional service

imentpairnyg ComptlW p Gif ra Fresh and delicious homemade baked goods served in a cozy cafe.

Gluten free options available.

Order your holiday dessert trays today!

One Buffalo Street, Hamburg 202-1192 www.sweetpeabakerywny.com Shop the Local Way This Holiday

shopwhatawomanwants.com 1 BUFFALO STREET, HAMBURG | 649-2034

Friday, November 27

“The store dance teachers recommend since 1929”

Bailey S L IPPE R S HO P Locations to Serve You

Bailey Slipper Shop 8210 Main St., Williamsville, NY 14221 • 716.634.0314 6466 West Quaker St., Orchard Park, NY 14127 • 716.667.7810 3300 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 • 585.381.2550

Dance N’ Stuff 234 Highland Pkwy., Buffalo, NY 14223 • 716.877.2449

www.baileyslippershop.com

The Warmest Place In The Southtowns…

Deliciously Daniels…

Starting its 25 th year in business

- A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE -

174 Buffalo St. Hamburg | 716.648.6554 | www.daniels-restaurant.com

LOCKWOOD’S GARDEN CENTER

GROWING PLANTS OF DISTINCTION LOCALLY FOR OVER 100 YEARS!

Handmade Custom Decorated Wreaths

FRESH CUT CHRISTMAS TREES, POINSETTIAS & SEASONAL FLOWERING PLANTS BOXWOOD TREES & EVERGREEN ARRANGEMENTS CHRISTMAS GIFTS & DÉCOR • HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS EXTENDED HOLIDAY SHOPPING HOURS

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Where is Your Pet Going for the Holidays?

INDULGE YOUR PET WITH OUR FABULOUS LUXURIES AT CARA MIA ◆ Personalized Dog Daycare ◆ Canine Fitness Center ◆ Grooming Salon ◆ Pet Hotel ◆ Club Bone A Pawtite ◆ Designer Pet Boutique ◆ Plus much more...

Unbelievable Hours Open 7 Days a Week!

Drop offs by appointment as early as 4:00am and pickups as late as 12:00am.

716.568.2272 [CARA] • 6429 Transit Rd., East Amherst, NY 14051 • www.caramiapetresort.com

A unique piece of jewelry that fits your lifestyle

1.800.281.0774 embraceling.com

Varsity Jacket

Camel Hair

Bonded Vest

Sportcoats Topcoats

Buffalo Ties

Serving WNY Since 1918 His/Her Tech Shirts

Buffalo Collection

Empowering The Men of Yesterday - Today - and Tomorrow - The Legacy Continues 3063 Sheridan Drive • Northtown Plaza • 833-8401 • Visit us at riversidemens.com for Special Holiday Promotions Holiday hours begin Monday, December 7th: Monday-Friday 9:30am-8pm, Saturday 9:30am-6pm

BARBARA BAKER

LICENSED ASSOCIATE BROKER 716.861.1879 | BARBARA.BAKER@NOTHNAGLE.COM

Wishing You a Joyful Holiday Season 68 Penhurst Park, Buffalo

5129 Rockledge Drive, Clarence

385 Renaissance Drive, Williamsville

Stately Mansion, extraordinary double lot.

Architectural detail throughout. Updates including mechanicals and brand new stainless steel appliances. Gleaming hardwood floors. Much of interior freshly painted. Over 4900 sq ft. 7 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3 car garage

Stunning curb appeal, private lot w/gorgeous landscaping, ingrd-pool & patio . Open flr plan & finest architectural detail thru-out. 2 story foyer, Hdwd flrs . Kit is open to both butlers pantry & FR. Sunrm leads to terrace & yard.. Mstr is the ultimate in luxury & refinement. Lower lvl has daylight windows &Lg recreation area & full bath. Home is a 1 of a kind & must be seen to be appreciated...

Stunning custom brick traditional home w/a beautiful wooded & tranquil setting. Gorgeous grds & ingrd pool. 2 story foyer w/elegant staircase. LR & DR are spacious & well appointed. All rms have exquisite millwork w/arch detail thru-out. Finished hdwds.

Totally renovated kit. Sunrm w/slate flr & fp. 1st flr bdrm & bath suitable for guests & in-laws. All bdrms on 2nd flr are spacious w/oversized closets. Mstr bdrm has a fp & bath that is luxurious in every detail

827 Bird Avenue, Buffalo

5001 Donnington Rd, Clarence

8 Cid Del Way, Williamsville

Charm galore! Totally renovated & decorated. Lovely curb appeal, covered front porch & beautiful patio for the private yd. Architectural detail thru-out interior along w/elegant moldings & a coffered ceiling. Kit w/top s/s appl, handsome breakfast bar & stunning cabs. Addition of 1/2 bath is a bonus. Updated full bath as well. Hdwd flrs found thruout except mstr which has beautiful plush carpeting.

Custom built Tudor has the design, workmanship, arch detail of another era. Grand 2 story foyer. Millwork thruout is beyond compare. Library w/extensive built-ins & coffered ceiling. Stunning kit w/butlers pantry, granite ctrs, loads of cabs. Mstr suite w/separate sitting rm ,fp & spa ba. Adl full baths both w/ separate showers,whirlpool .2nd flr laundry. Lower level w/walk-up has finished space.Tennis ct. Separate guest house. Flagstone patio, BBQ & spring fed pond.

Gorgeous curb appeal & cul-de-sac setting sets the tone for this stunning brick custom home. Beautifully maintained & renovated. All mechanics, tear off roof, & all windows replaced since 2011. New concrete driveway & walkway 2014. Wonderful traffic pattern, architectural detail & finest materials found thru-out.

New kit w/maple cabs, quartz ctrs,& most new appl.

Sunrm addition has views of private bkyd & gunite ingrd-pool. Hdwd flrs in LR,DR,FR & all bdrms

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GIFT CERTIFICATES • PARTIES • CATERING

Established

1887

Billybar

5590 Main St. | 716.634.2572 This tapas style bar offers some of the finest oysters and tex-mex in town. Fresh oysters, shuck for a buck, 4PM- 5PM.

Creekview Restaurant

5629 Main St. | 632.937 | www.creekviewrestaurant.com A refreshing recipe for new traditions. Combine a perfect patio, exceptional view and a menu full of American Fusion cuisine.

Glen Park Tavern

5507 Main St. | 626.9333 | www.glenparktavern.com Casual, friendly, dining atmosphere in the heart of Williamsville. Hand carved roast beef and turkey sandwiches, salads, fish fry everyday and more.

Happy Holidays

DiCamillo’s Bakery

The Irishman Pub & Eatery

5329 Main St. | 635.6504 | www.dicamillosbakery.com Cheerful restaurant inside the bakery featuring, hearth baked pizza, bread, sandwiches, Italian cookies and desserts. Fresh soup daily. Four generations of excellence in baking.

D’Avolio’s Kitchen

5409 Main St. | 810.9354 | www.davolios.com Small and quaint. Customize your own pizza, sandwich, antipasto or salad. Take home olive oil for yourself or as a gift.

5601 Main St. | 626.2670 | www.irishmanpub.com Great food with a distinctly Irish flavor featuring current culinary trends with old family recipes.

Gathering rooms to celebrate life’s milestones.

Milo’s Restaurant

5877 Main St. | 810.9489 | www.milosonmain.com Exceeding your expectations for a classic Greek dinner experience in WNY. Fresh made from scratch dinners, traditional to ambitious!

Anderson’s

6075 Main St. | 632.1416 | www.andersonscustard.com All natural roast beef, burgers & bistro sandwiches.

Signature frozen custard, yogurt and handmade ice cream. Catering party platters and ice cream parties.

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Sugar and Spice... everything nice for your pet’s holiday

...and gift certificates too!

BOARDING – GROOMING – DAYCARE

2799 Southwestern Blvd., Orchard Park, 14127 | 716-677-0000 | ladedapetspa.com

Will Faller Art & Antiques 21 Elm Street East Aurora, NY 430.1762

MUSEjar Art & Supply Shop 17 Elm Street East Aurora, NY 655.1015

H o l i d a y H o u r s : Nov. 20th - Dec. 23rd Tu - Fri 11 - 7 p

Sat - Sun 10 - 5 p www.musejar.com

redFISH Art Gallery 21 Elm Street East Aurora, NY 601.5973

Give the Gift of Theatre

Brazen-Faced Varlets

Buffalo Laboratory Theatre

O’Connell & Company Productions

Buffalo United Artists

Paul Robeson Theatre Red Thread Theatre

ComedySportz Buffalo

Road Less Traveled Productions

Irish Classical Theatre Company

Shakespeare in Delaware Park

Jewish Repertory Theatre

Shea’s Performing Arts Center

Kaleidoscope Theatre

Subversive Theatre Collective

The Kavinoky Theatre Lancaster Opera House MusicalFare Theatre New Phoenix Theatre

Theatre Bucks now available!

The perfect stocking stuffer for everyone on your list!

Valid at 21 member theaters.

Theatre of Youth Torn Space Theater Ujima Company

www.TheatreAllianceofBuffalo.com

H O L I D A Y

EXPERT CUTTING, COLORING, AND STYLING HAIR AND EYELASH EXTENSIONS MAKEUP APPLICATION

5987 MAIN STREET | WILLIAMSVILLE, NY | 716.632.9670

B E A U T Y

Residential and Corporate Artwork • Fine Custom Framing • Personal Consultations •

5747 MAIN STREET WILLIAMSVILLE Barnes 40” x 60” acrylic on canvas

716-626-5688

vernsteinartandframe.com

S A L O N S & S PA S

Black Friday through Cyber Monday (11/27/15-11/30/15) Buy $100 in gift cards get $20 in gift cards FREE! (12/1/15-12/26/15) Buy $150 in gift cards get $20 in gift cards FREE or Buy $100 in gift cards get $10 in gift cards FREE!

HAIR SKIN & NAILS Hamburg 716.648.3120

South Buffalo 716.825.1576

Orchard Park 716.662.9525

Wishing You a

Happy, Healthy Holiday Season!

5330 KRAUS RD

CLARENCE

Fabulous mini estate on over an acre of land. Wonderful flr plan, great architectural detail & design & professionally decorated. Stunning Auburn Watson kit w/breakfast bar & high end appl. 1st flr mstr suite w/walk in closet & brand new steam shower.

Great finished area in the bsmt w/full bath. Gorgeous grounds, ingrd pool & 2100 sq ft garage, perfect for the car collector or anything else.

$678,900

KAREN BAKER (716) 830-7264 K aren.Baker@Nothnagle.com

47 CASTLE CREEK

VILLAGE OF WILLIAMSVILLE

A one of a kind home Arts & Crafts home built by Blum in the heart of Williamsville.

Superior craftsmanship & the finest of fixtures & materials can be found throughout.

Gorgeous hdwds, open flr plan & fabulous views from every room. Kit w/soap stone island & high end appl. 1st flr mstr suite w/sitting rm, walk-in closet & beautiful bath. Radiant heated flrs. 3 bdrms on the 2nd flr w/loft area, & another 850 sq ft of unfinished space. Lavish landscaping, patios & outdoor kit.

$1,250,000

10581 CLARENCE CENTER RD

39 SHIRE DRIVE SOUTH

Custom built home situated on a 3 acre lot. Loads of windows, gleaming hdwds & wonderful woodwork. Bright kit w/ granite ctrs & s/s appl looks over lovely family room w/fireplace. Formal dining & living rms. Great den. Nice sized bdrms, master suite has sitting area & beautiful bath. 3rd flr is great space for entertaining. Gorgeous grounds include salt water pool & waterfall, outdoor FP & kit. All neutral decor.

Fabulous Contemporary close to all conveniences. Bright and open with a terrific floor plan. !st floor master suite has sitting area and fireplace. Loft area perfect for den or office.

Wonderful living room with stone fireplace. Formal dining area. Great kitchen with corian counters looks over decks and lovely landscaping. Perfect home for entertaining or just relaxing. Don’t miss out!

CLARENCE

$749,900

AMHERST

$267,000

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Give a Bite of Buffalo this Season Gift Certificates Available for a food tour at www.BuffaloBitesFoodTours.com or call 1-800-656-0713 FOOD • HISTORY • FUN in Buffalo or East Aurora

“This tour really highlights how special our city is.”

- Sean M., Trip Advisor

“A fabulous tour, melding food, history, architecture, ambiance, and beauty.” - Tina M.,Trip Advisor

“If I was to score the tour out of 10, would give it 11!”

- Eddie

To learn more and purchase tickets visit BuffaloBitesFoodTours.com or call at 1-800-656-0713

Happy Holidays wishes you a

Shop with us where you can find great gifts for all and designer fashion for less!

MILESTRIP AT ROUTE 219

From My Home to Yours, Wishing You All the Warmth and Joy of the Season Jean A. Manders

Licensed Associate RE Broker 5462 Sheridan Drive | Williamsville C-(716) 222•0526 nothnagle.com/jeanmanders

NOTHNAGLE, REALTORS® HOMES OF DISTINCTION

Not the usual!

Award Winning

Extended Holiday Hours

798 Elmwood at Auburn Buffalo . 873-0734 Every diamond we sell comes with our most prized possession - Our Reputation!

Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Cosmetic Dermatology Surgical Dermatology including Mohs Surgery

Laser Hair Removal Acne Scar Treatment - Lumenis ResurFX® Photofractional resurfacing Treatment of Brown Spots and Facial Redness Facial Rejuvenation - Lumenis ResurFX® Dermal Fillers Pellevé N O W A C C E P T I N G N E W PAT I E N T S !

Our Holiday Offer to You...

Anne Ramsdell, MD Michael Bubar, RPA-C

Craig Miller, MD Carrie Dreibelbis, RPA-C

Please call for a full list of prices or come in for a consultation so we can discuss your concerns and which procedures will work well for you.

Purchase 1 syringe of Radiesse® at $600 & get 15 units of Xeomin® at NO CHARGE

Restylane® - $400 for 1st Syringe, additional syringes will be discounted

5320 Military Rd, Suite 104 | Lewiston, NY 14092 (716) 205-8324 | www.niagaradermatology.com

Each of these necklaces are custom-made by Lori from her carefully selected collection of gemstones, pearls, rondelles and vintage brooches.

Each possesses both old world elegance as well as a splash of panache.

A work of art!

The current collection is available for purchase directly through Lori Stevenson at 716.913.2177.

Also available at Red Siren Boutique, Harbor Center, 75 Main Street.

Louis Kallinikos & Sons Furs Toronto’s Premier Furrier for over 55 Years

Clarion Hotel - Fort Erie 1485 Garrison Rd. (416) 504-4433 (5 minutes from the Peace Bridge)

Open every weekend in December, Saturdays 11-5, Sundays 12-5

www.mansionondelaware.com Give the gift of extravagance this holiday season with a gift card to The Mansion on Delaware Avenue.

Exemplary service, contemporary design and historic architecture blend together for an unforgettable experience in downtown Buffalo.

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Live, shop, give Buffalo

By Rebecca Cuthbert

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olidays remind us to be thankful for family, friends, and the region we call home. And Buffalo’s current renaissance reminds us that there is so much about Western New York’s history, culture, and exciting future to share with others. This season, celebrate the Queen City by giving everyone on your gift list a bit of local flair—whether it’s edible, wearable, or just plain “Buffalovely.”

For a gift that’s sure to please, think food—as in Buffalo Bites Food Tours! Instead of catching up with friends over the usual spiked cocoa, take a tour of a Buffalo neighborhood and sample treats along the way. If you’d prefer not crowd an already crowded holiday season, give a BBFT gift certificate—good for any tour, any time (but get tickets early, since tours fill up fast).

“On our three-plus hour guided walking tours, guests are treated to delicious food tastings at six to seven different local restaurants and specialty shops. In between tastings, tour-goers sample all of the ‘flavors’ of the city as we explore the history, architecture, and present day vibrancy of some of Buffalo’s and Western New York’s most delicious neighborhoods,” explains founder and BBFT President Laura Reed.

Tickets can be purchased at buffalobitesfoodtours.com, in any amount. Suggested denominations are provided for one, two, three, and four tickets. Tours are held rain, shine, sleet, snow, or whatever else Lake Erie dishes out.

For more portable food gifts, Trish Mullaney and her sugar plum fairies at Dessert Deli on Maple Road in Williamsville are ready with some made-with-love desserts. Whether you need a platter of irresistible

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(Top) Neckties from Riverside Men’s Shop (Middle & Bottom) gift shop at the Buffalo and Erie Botanical Gardens - handmade jewelry and engraved stepping stones (Right) Designed by local artist and author Rachel DiNunzio, featured at Pumpkins Fine Children’s Clothing

THIS SEASON, CELEBRATE THE QUEEN CITY BY GIVING EVERYONE ON YOUR GIFT LIST A BIT OF LOCAL FLAIR— WHETHER IT’S EDIBLE, WEARABLE, OR JUST PLAIN “BUFFALOVELY.”

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cookies to impress your boss at the company potluck, or a basket heaped with delicacies to bring home to your folks, Dessert Deli has you covered.

“We bake cookies and other items right here for our gift baskets. We make cookie trays and baskets along with cakes and pies for gift-giving. They are mailed all over the continental US,” says Mullaney. “Sponge candy is in almost every basket that goes out. The baskets and supplies for the actual gifts are from local WNY suppliers.”

Check a few names off your list by calling Trish at 689-2115 and placing your order.

Living on the shores of Lake Erie, whose moods are mercurial at best, means that no one in Western New York will ever turn down a cozy sweater, crocheted scarf, or Sabres hoodie. Western New Yorkers know the value of layers, but they want to look good in them, too. Hit up these area retailers to pick up gifts that will keep your loved ones snug and styling.

Riverside Men’s Shop, in Northtown Plaza on Sheridan Drive in Amherst, has the finest threads for every occasion. With concierge-style service and on-site tailoring, the professionals at Riverside can make any man on your list look like a million bucks without breaking your holiday budget. Along with its fine line of Buffalo-themed clothing and accessories, Riverside now carries women’s items, as well.

“We offer the original Buffalo Tie,” says Natalie Neumann, Riverside’s owner. “Our Buffalo Tie was originally created by the Kleinhans Company [a haberdashery that served Buffalo for more than a hundred years]. When they closed [in 1989], the bolts of fabric that were left [came to] Riverside, and we have continued the tradition.”

Riverside also carries Buffalo cufflinks, designed and manufactured by sister store S&E Jewelers. These are created from authentic, circulated Buffalo nickels. Other items include Buffalo polos, quarter-zip sweatshirts, tech

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Soap available at BFLO Gallery & Gift Shop, Thin Ice and Village ARTisans

shirts for men and ladies, and the brand-new Buffalo Bonded Vest. For more information about in-stock items or the shop’s storied history, visit riversidemens.com.

Elmwood Avenue’s Spoiled Rotten is stocked with Buffalo-themed clothing items, gifts, and decor. New this fall is a line of soft, comfy hoodies perfect for any tailgate or casual date. If you can’t make it to the store, don’t worry; the staff is happy to ship your order. Just call them at 884-3883, and check out their blog at spoiledrottenbuffalo.wordpress.com. For videos of May, the Spoiled Rotten mascot, “testing” out new products and fashions, find Spoiled Rotten on Facebook.

Bay-6, Buffalo Clothing Co., in Southgate Plaza on Union Road in West Seneca, is a one-stop-shop for Buffalo fan gear with a list of Queen City items that stretches pretty long, according to Suzanne Miller, who owns the store with husband Warren. “We carry a ton of unique Buffalothemed gifts, from apparel to accessories and novelties as well,” she says.

Riverside Men’s Shop Buffalo Bonded Vest and menswear

Buffalo fan gear at Bay-6, Buffalo Clothing Co.

“We’ve got books, calendars, games, glassware, collectibles, signs, candles, blankets, jewelry, plush—just to name a few.”

Promoting Buffalo is part of why the Millers love being small business owners here. “We love to support local vendors and keep shopping dollars right here in WNY,” Miller notes. “Wrap up your gifts with some ‘Buffalove’ this season and shop Bay-6, Buffalo Clothing Co., the perfect store for all those former Buffalonians who may have left the area, but [with hearts that] will always call Buffalo home.”

Buffalo wrapping paper and Christmas ornaments are in now, special for the holidays! See Bay6BuffaloClothing.com for store hours and gift ideas.

Urban Leisure and Luxury is described on its website as “a modern apparel, sunglass, and fine gift boutique, located in the heart of the Elmwood Village: Buffalo, NY,” whose clothing is “contemporary with an edge.” The

shop carries clothing and accessories for women and men, and every item is hand-selected by the shop’s team of stylists. They also have specialty Buffalo pieces to put under the tree or wear out to the club on New Year’s Eve! Visit the store in person on Elmwood Avenue, or browse online at urbanleisureandluxury.com.

The Red Siren, located in HarborCenter on Main Street in Buffalo, is a women’s boutique carrying unique Buffalocentric items, clothing, accessories, and gifts. “We are best known for our Buffalo map [wrist] cuff, which is twentytwo-karat gold leaf and comes in two sizes,” says owner Sharon Randaccio. “We also carry 716 and Buffalove necklaces, pillows, and custom Mariposa trays and wine plates. For the holidays, we will be receiving Buffalo napkin holders, which can only be found at the Red Siren.”

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Buffalo, and to play a small role in creating happiness for guests while they enjoy our fabulous city.”

Go to theredsiren.com for more information (or to add a few items to your own list for Santa).

For “products spreading laughter & WNY pride,” visit brrr-ffalo.com. “Brr-ffalo” sweatshirts, caps, t-shirts and more will keep your family members snug from blizzard season to the spring melt, because—be it ever so snowy—there’s no place like home.

Research and Design, at 4109 N. Buffalo Street in Orchard Park, will delight shoppers from the moment they walk in the door. This barn-turned-boutique combines rustic elements and urban details for a stylish space full of cutting-edge fashion and accessories that owners Rani and Dennis Salemi can barely keep stocked.

“We have locally made 716 heart necklaces, Buffalove necklaces, rings, and several Buffalo, New York and Buffalo sports-themed shirts that have been selling like crazy.” says Rani. “The 716 necklaces have been selling so fast, we can barely keep them in stock.”

Visit Research and Design in person or visit researchanddesign.com to see photos of the store and its products.

For the young ones on your shopping list, Pumpkins Fine Children’s Clothing in Williamsville offers adorable onesies, baby hats, toddler-sized t-shirts, and ruffled pants for girls featuring a buffalo designed by local artist and children’s book author, Rachel DiNunzio. Pumpkins has proudly been serving the WNY area for twenty-five years, carrying top-quality special occasion and seasonal items, as well as footwear and accessories for children.Also in the village of Willamsville, Village ARTisans features the work of over 100 talented local artists and craftspeople. They carry a large selection of Buffalo gift items, all locally made.

Proceeds from purchases at the Martin House Museum Store at the Frank Lloyd Wright Martin House Complex on Jewett Parkway in Buffalo go directly to restoring

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The majority of gifts at Thin Ice are handcrafted, one-of-a-kind by local artists.

the Martin House. Featured items include the Martin House birdfeeder, the Martin House/Buffalo alphabet print, the Martin House casement window detail, and the Buffalo Trophy Head. (Don’t worry; no Buffalos were harmed in the making of this last item!) Other popular souvenir gifts include the Martin House hip flask, the 716 water bottle, and the Architectural Treasures of Buffalo coaster set. To view these items and more, go to darwinmartinhouse.org and click on “shop.” The

Museum Store is open every day; stop in, find a treasure for someone you love, and support the restoration.

Abino Mills Glassware, founded by mother-son team Connie and Ted Constantine, have built their business upon a love for Buffalo—something they share with their customers. “People who live here or those who formerly lived here love our local images,” says Connie. “They are iconic to them. We find that many former Buffalonians even request these pieces in their wedding registries.”

These images are designed by the Constantines, then etched into bar glasses, decanters, wine glasses, and more.

Customers can choose from buffalo designs, the Buffalo lighthouse, the Point Abino lighthouse, a lake freighter from the American Steamship fleet on the Great Lakes, and more. The Constantines can even customize designs such as images of beloved pets, childhood homes, or favorite skylines. “We also have beautiful wine openers that are made of burled wood and finely machined steel, and have silver buffaloes embedded in them,” Connie adds.

See abinomills.com to view the gallery of products, set up a gift registry or learn more about their artistic process.

New Buffalo Graphics, at 1417 Hertel Avenue, is home to an art gallery and screen printing and embroidery shop.

All of NBG’s designs are truly original and 100 percent Buffalo-centric, from its “Cheer Up” New Buffalo Bottling Company ceramic tiles to its “City of No Illusions” t-shirts and more. Keep up with product news by finding “New Buffalo Graphics” on Facebook.

The gift shop at the Buffalo and Erie Botanical Gardens offers handmade jewelry from local vendors, with a selection of styles ranging from delicate to trendy. “[Items from] our newest line are made from Buffalo Nickels strung on a silver chain with matching earrings,” says Denise Nichols, guest services and gift shop manager. “In addition to the jewelry, we have a line of stepping stones engraved with an assortment of themes. Each stone was found along the shores of Lake Erie and hand-etched in Buffalo.”

Gardens aren’t the only things featured at the Botanical Gardens. The directors and staff do what they can to stimulate and strengthen the small business economy here in Western New York. “The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens have promoted the local artisan community for many years,” Nichols says. “Promoting small businesses in Western New York allows us to have the one-of-a-kind items you will not find in larger retail outlets. We hope these artists are inspired by the gardens and incorporate that ‘natural feeling’ into future designs.”

The Buffalo and Erie Botanical Gardens are open every day except some holidays. See buffalogardens.com, and plan a visit. Don’t forget a gift shop stop before you leave.

If your friends are more into fauna than flora, though, they may go “wild” for calendars from Buffalo Zootique.

This calendar is filled with beautiful photos of the zoo’s amazing “lodgers,” and the tax-free ten dollar donation goes right back to the animals. For a gift that not even Santa has in stock, purchase a painting by the Buffalo Zoo’s artist-in-residence, Surapa the Indian elephant.

She also paints glasses and barware, but be advised— these never stay on the shelves for long. Call Zootique at 837-3900 ext. 110 to check availability (and if folks ask nicely, she occasionally takes orders).

The shopping experience at Thin Ice on Elmwood Avenue is like visiting an art gallery, with eye-catching items adorning every display space. “The majority of the gifts at Thin Ice are handcrafted by local artists, making them one-of-a-kind. Additionally, [because] most of the artists reside in and around Buffalo, there is a very proud, Buffalo-themed element to a lot of the items, making them extra great gifts to give,” says owner Therese Deutschlander.

Deutschlander adds that supporting local stores and local artists has a profound impact on the local economy. Show your support by visiting Thin Ice to pick up Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa gifts this season, or learn to make your own artwork by attending one of the many art and 2015 | Holiday Shopping Guide | 87

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artisan classes held at Thin Ice. Contact Deutschlander at 881-4321 for more information, or visit thiniceonline.com.

Visit Albright-Knox Art Gallery’s gift shop at 1285 Elmwood Avenue for high-quality archival prints, or, order a custom print of your loved one’s favorite painting in the Albright-Knox collection by logging onto albrightknox.org/shop-ak. Members receive a ten percent discount on in-store purchases.

For the bookworm or history buff in your life, check out Jackie Albarella’s The Hotel Lafayette: Restoring Louise Bethune’s Masterpiece. This book documents the history and recent restoration of the Hotel Lafayette, designed by Louise Blanchard Bethune, the first professional female architect.

After Bethune’s masterpiece fell into disrepair toward the end of the past century, Buffalo developer Rocco Termini committed to its painstaking restoration. Albarella was there to document the process from start to finish.

“The restoration, undertaken by hundreds of highly skilled craftspeople, artists, and contractors using many of the Old World techniques used in the original construction, has become…a labor of love to restore each breathtaking architectural detail,” writes Albarella.

Buffalo Gifts from Village Artisans

According to its website, the Roycroft Copper Shop & Campus Corporation, at 31 S. Grove Street in East Aurora, stocks “a variety of gift items, stationery, and periodicals. An extended library of books featuring the history of the Roycroft Campus and founder Elbert Hubbard, the Arts & Crafts movement, architecture, as well as art books for children to learn while exploring their creative side are all available.”

For beautiful handmade stationery and more, visit cdesignsandillustrations.com. Owner and artist Christa Penner designs all of her products, including greeting cards, art prints, magnets, and ornaments, with a variety of styles to please every shopper. “We have several lines, including ‘feed your inner foodie,’ a line featuring bold illustrated fruits and veggies; our retro line, which showcases favorite pieces from the fifties and sixties; and our Buffalo line which includes both novelty designs as well as illustrations that feature many of the wonderful and beautiful places Buffalo has to offer,” shares Penner.

Penner’s favorite thing about making and selling art locally is connecting with customers through her work.

“It is so meaningful to me when someone shares with me a memory one of our Buffalo designs has triggered,” she says. “I have been lucky to hear some really great stories from customers. [Having] illustrations of these locations allows people to bring a little bit of that memory home with them, or send it to someone they share the memory with. I just love being a part of that.”

Visit the shop in person or browse the online gallery at roycroftcampuscorporation.com.

You can be a part of it, too, when you give your loved ones the best of Buffalo this year! T

The Hotel Lafayette captures the energy surrounding the hotel’s rebirth, and makes a wonderful gift for those who remember the “old Buffalo” and for those who recognize the importance of the vibrant, hopeful “new Buffalo.” Go to albarellamedia.com to order; there is also a film version.

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Required reading: Foodie books

By Wendy Guild Swearingen

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hat holiday celebration is complete without delicious food lovingly prepared? Give the cooks in your life one of these lovely books celebrating dishes from around the globe—maybe they’ll return your kindness with a tasty treat. From imaginative drawings and illustrations to ethereally beautiful daguerreotypes, these books provide a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach.

Tacopedia

By Déborah Holtz and Juan Carlos Mena | Phaidon, 2015

Richly illustrated with cartoons, collages, recent and archival photos, and unique artwork Tacopedia is more reminiscent of an encyclopedia cum underground comic (think El Perfecto) than a cookbook, though there are scores of recipes. This colorful resource boasts a comprehensive map of Mexico’s “Tacography,” and readers will be immersed in regional and hyperlocal flavors and techniques, with loads of facts, interviews with tacoficionados, history, glossaries, statistics, and taco arcana. Each chapter includes a top ten list of the

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GIVE THE COOKS IN YOUR LIFE ONE OF THESE LOVELY BOOKS CELEBRATING DISHES FROM AROUND THE GLOBE ...

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... MAYBE THEY’LL RETURN YOUR KINDNESS WITH A TASTY TREAT.

best taco places organized by style of taco, location, and seller (e.g., Birria/Los Mochis, Sinaloa, El Borrego Tatemado). To top it off: a big section dedicated to sauces, guacamole, and salsa, the “soul of the taco.”

Heirloom Harvest: Modern Daguerreotypes of Historic Garden Treasures

Pickled Delicacies

The creators of this gorgeous art book are Goldman, one of the foremost heirloom plant conservation in the United States and Jerry Spagnoli, an acclaimed daguerreotypist with work in MoMA and the Whitney Museum. Spagnoli has visited Goldman’s 200-acre farm in Rhinebeck, NY, for fifteen years to capture heirloom varieties with the historical daguerreotype process, producing stunning silvery images of daily life on the farm, followed by more than 120 daguerreotype plates of plant varieties. The bright colors usually associated with photos of produce are absent, yet these stark and lusciously detailed images instill in the reader a new appreciation for the wonderful and sometimes weird shapes and textures of heirloom plants.

By Eva Aufreiter, Bernadette Baumgartner, Christine Mahringer-Eder, Birgit Hauer | Schiffer, 2015

Put down that cucumber. This easy to follow guide allows cooks with an experimental bent to play around with preservation in surprising and delightful ways. More than 170 recipes provide instructions for pickling almost anything you can think of including fruit, vegetables, mushrooms, eggs, fish, and cheese, in alcohol, vinegar, oil, sweet syrups, savory salts, and a multitude of seasonings. The “Tips and techniques” section at the front of the book will save you time on the process and is an education in itself. It’s a slim volume but attractive with a hard cover, full color photos, and glossy pages—a perfect stocking stuffer.

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By Amy Goldman | Bloomsbury, 2015

Crossroads

By Tal Ronnen, Scot Jones, and Serafina Magnussen Artisan, 2015

Classifying this as a vegan cookbook is a disservice to anyone who has taste buds and loves to eat (and look at—the photos are exquisite) delicious food.

Named for Ronnen’s Los Angeles restaurant, Crossroads showcases his sophisticated approach in more than 100 Mediterrean-inspired recipes, displaying a refinement that’s rare in plant-based dining. Crossroads is a perfect menu resource whether you’re planning a large fullcourse dinner party or an intimate gathering featuring small bites and drinks. It includes sections on snacks and spreads, salads, flatbreads, soups, small plates, and pasta, as well as decadent desserts and unique and creative cocktails.

The Seasonal Jewish Kitchen

By Amelia Saltsman | Sterling Epicure, 2015

Take a historical tour of Jewish cuisine from its ancient roots to the modern table with a focus on sustainability.

In The Seasonal Jewish Kitchen, Saltsman responds to a new generation of cooks looking for a fresh approach to Jewish food that’s seasonal, ingredient-driven, and more relaxed. She deftly mixes traditional ingredients and techniques with contemporary tastes. Guided by the Jewish lunar calendar, the book is divided into six microseasons that highlight the deep connection between Jewish traditions and the year’s natural cycles. Helpful front sections include an expansive ingredient list, technique fundamentals, and kitchen tools with luscious photos throughout.

Chop, Sizzle, Wow: The Silver Spoon Comic Book illustrated by Andriano Rampazzo | Phaidon, 2015

The seminal Italian cookbook, La Cucina Italiana, is now available in graphic form. This illustrated, step-by-step cookbook is perfect for cooks of all ages. The fifty classic recipes are quick and easy to prepare. From simple appetizers like stuffed porcini mushrooms to handmade pasta to main courses and desserts including a five-

ingredient apple cake, the simple illustrations and concise instructions will have you saying buon appetito in no time.

The sample of menu ideas for seasonal and special occasion meals is a wonderful jumpingoff point for readers to experiment with their own favorite dishes.

to finish. Readers get a thorough orientation on fundamental ingredients and techniques, as well as a compelling account of the lives of two people who decided to live life off the grid and serve fresh local food, layered with flavor, to folks who travel from around the world just to dine at Hartwood. T

Hartwood: Bright Flavors from the Edge of the Yucatan

By Eric Werner and Mya Henry | Artisan, 2014

From a roofless restaurant in the jungle near the sea on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Werner and Henry produce magical dishes with ingredients fresh from the local surroundings with heat sources fueled by wood.

It’s not fast or easy but the results—amazing meals and international acclaim from the likes of chefs Alice Waters and Rene Redzepi—speak for themselves. Chiles, citrus, and fish are prominent ingredients. The book is organized into sections based on where one finds ingredients; pantry, market, sea, and land with desserts and drinks 2015 | Holiday Shopping Guide | 93

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Excuria Salon and Spa

Beauty tips and timesavers for a festive season

By Marianne Potratz

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etween late November and early January, many of us seek to look our best for celebrations, obligations, and occasions that leave us little time to do it. It’s easy to put ourselves last on the priority list when the to-do list has us rushing from here to there, but this season, consider a beauty gift for yourself, and save some time and energy while you’re at it. In other words, call in the professionals.

Good hair days When you need good hair a few days running—whether for multiple functions or a few days out of town—a professional blowout will leave you looking polished and preserve your style a little longer. Even if you’ve figured out a workable at-home blow-dry, a professional job will leave your hair looking its best, and help it stay that way.

“It’s all about the angle,” says Andrea Gorczyca at Excuria Salon and Spa. “A stylist is standing above your head, working to perfect every small section. You physically can’t do that to your own hair, and realistically, who has that kind of time? Depending on your hair type, some women don’t have to do their hair for three to six days after a great blowout.”

Hair products also impact the results of your blowout, says the staff at Capello salons. “From shampoo and conditioner, to blow dry serums, to finishing sprays, the proper products work together for great volume and shine. Also, proper round brush technique is critical to the final look.”

Joni Shatkin at Tres Aurae Spa agrees: “The stylist is the most important factor, as they have to analyze the client’s hair as well as the environmental factors. We love the Colorproof products, and also the Loma products for people concerned with allergens.”

At Studio M Hair Design, Nicole Bryant uses KMS California products for added volume and amika Headstrong Hairspray for fast-drying, flake-free staying power. Pick up a bottle for at-home use to protect your style against the wind and winter elements.

To get the most from a blowout, Michele Huntington and Amy Haynes at The Refinery salon say it’s important to keep your hands off your hair. A few tools and products can also help keep your style looking fresh. “Dry shampoo, a hairdryer, and hot tools will make it last for days without shampooing,” says Hanes.

Michele Griffasi, owner of Michele for Hair & Day Spa recommends Aveda’s NEW Shampure Dry Shampoo, which is a non-aerosol powder mist formula. “Anther trick is using Velcro rollers which encourage curl, lift, and smoothness,” she says. Corto’s Salon and Seasons Spa also features Aveda, as well as the Paul Mitchell line of hair care products. The team at Excuria loves Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo, with specific formulas for light or dark hair, to absorb oil, buildup and odor, and leave hair refreshed and volumized.

Dress up your smile

Nothing elevates your look faster than bold lip color, even if it’s the only makeup you wear. For a quick style upgrade, Jennifer Hipwell, spa director at the Spa at White Oaks recommends a rich, vibrant hue. “This is a great time to experiment with red,” she stresses. “With so many to choose from, there is truly a red for everyone, deep crimson being a popular one.”

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If nude lip color is more your speed, Griffasi recommends a color one shade darker than your natural lip color, and using a lip pencil for definition. Can’t decide? Excuria carries a holiday lip color set from bareMinerals called Love At First Kiss, with ten different colors from the Marvelous Moxie Lipstick collection.

This set offers ultra-pigmented lipsticks delivering fullcoverage color and a rich, satin finish that leaves lips looking fuller and more voluptuous.

If you like to experiment before you buy, visit Beauty Bar at BeautyQuest to try out top-quality cosmetic lines, including the exclusive Sothy’s Paris, the ultimate in luxury professional makeup. The staff will assist you in selecting the perfect color to make the most of your natural beauty.

To make any lip color last longer during the holiday party season, Hipwell recommends the following steps: 1. Exfoliate 2. Apply concealer 3. Apply first coat of lip color using a lip brush for precise accuracy 4. Blot (put tissue between your lips and press down) 5. Apply translucent powder 6. Apply last coat of lip color Even if lipstick is not your thing, it’s still a good idea to give your lips extra attention during harsh winter months.

Linda Baldi-Perry, president and licensed aesthetician at Spa Niagara recommends a product that looks as good as it feels. “My favorite lip product at Spa Niagara is Lip Benefits,” she says. “This cranberry-flavored lip balm not only provides immediate lip plumping but also protects delicate lip skin from harmful environmental toxins that can cause lip thinning, loss of color, and wrinkling. Daily use will increase lip fullness and smoothness.”

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When you find your favorite holiday color, pick up an extra one for a stocking stuffer. It makes for a fun little luxury gift for any woman on your list.

Festive fingers Gel manicures are an incredible time saver from the moment you can grab your keys and go shortly after the last swipe of polish to the chip-free extra time between manicures. A professional gel manicure with a durable product will look great through all twelve days of Christmas. It’s also a great time to try an out-of-theordinary color.

Studio M and Corto’s both carry the popular OPI lines, with an amazing range of creatively named colors. New shades include “Ro-Man-ce on the Moon,” a lustrous, rich red, or “A Great Opera-tunity,” a perfect go-witheverything neutral.

At BeautyQuest, you’ll be treated to nail products from the Artisan Professionals line. The crimson-colored

(Left) KMS California products available at Studio M Hair Design (Top) The Beauty Bar at BeautyQuest Medispa and Skin Care

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“Sexy” is, as the name suggests, a bold and beautiful signature red for the holidays or year-round.

“Classic red, silver, or gold is always popular around holiday party time, and you can never go wrong with a French manicure,” says the staff at Capello. “If you want the classic French look, but with a little more impact, have your nail technician paint your tips red or gold, instead of the traditional white.”

Rich jewel tones, brushed metallic, and luxe gold flakes are also popular holiday requests at Excuria. To keep nails looking their best, Gorczyca recommends wearing gloves while washing dishes or using cleaning products, and using cuticle oil daily.

Giving thanks Most in the industry agree that referrals are a great way to show appreciation for those who make you feel your best all year long. “We believe that if you loved your

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products and/or services with us, referring a friend or loved one to us is the best gift we can receive,” says Baldi-Perry.

Griffasi agrees, saying “The best way to thank your beauty professional at the holidays is with the referral of a new client for the start of a new year.”

If you are looking to provide an extra token of gratitude, a gift card is an easy way to do it, especially when paired with a holiday card or personal note (which can also make the gift hand-off a little less awkward). Treats from a preferred coffee place can also help keep your stylist’s energy up through a long day on his or her feet. Also consider donating to your stylist’s favorite charity in his or her name.

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Beauty Services

BeautyQuest Medispa

Green Spa

5483 Sheridan Drive Williamsville, New York 14221 716-633-7546 beautyquestwny.com

5526 Main Street Williamsville, New York 14221 716-635-6482 wnygreenspa.com

Capello Salon & Day Spa

Michele for Hair & Day Spa

5422 Main Street Williamsville, New York 14221 716-634-4111 capellosalon.com

Capello II Salon & Day Spa Avant Building | Downtown 200 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, New York 14202 716-852-5600 capello2.com

Capello III Salon & Day Spa 9424 Transit Road East Amherst, New York 14051 716-639-8019 capello3.com

Chateau Lux Salon

775 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, New York 14216 716-882-1180 micheleforhairanddayspa.com

Spa Niagara LLC 6932 Williams Road, Suite 1700 Niagara Falls, New York 14304 716-205-0039 spaniagarausa.com

Studio M Hair Design 5987 Main Street Williamsville, New York 14221 716-632-9670 studiomhairdesign.com

The Refinery Salon

798 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, New York 14222 716-783-8513

77 Saranac Avenue Buffalo, New York 14216 716-783-9051 refineryhairsalon.com

Corto’s Salon & Seasons Spa

Tres Aurae Spa

20 Buffalo Street Hamburg, New York 14075 716-648-3120 cortossalonandspa.com

Excuria Salon & Spa 5725 Main Street Williamsville, New York 14221 716-839-3106 excuriaspa.com

Wyndham Garden Hotel 5195 Main Street Williamsville, New York 14221 716-839-1700 gr8look.com

White Oaks Resort & Spa 253 Taylor Road Niagara on the Lake, ON L0S 1J0 Canada 800-263-5766 whiteoaksresort.com

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Unforgettable gifts— a local survey

By Holly Metz Doyle

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e reached out to some “Buffalebs” to find out what some of their most memorable holiday gifts have been, both given and received. Here’s what they had to say:

Janet Snyder Morning show host, Kiss 98.5; show host, Western New York Living, WGRZ-TV

The best gift I ever received, as terrible as this sounds, was a gorgeous pair of black Louis Vuittons. I would literally walk barefoot before wearing them in bad weather. You can never go wrong giving a girl a great pair of heels! And the best gift I ever gave, handsdown happened last year. On December 23 or 24, I took my family to Eden to pick up “Roxy,” an English bulldog puppy. It was the best Christmas ever—no one remembers any presents past Roxy that year. She is the cutest little girl and we are all so happy to have her.

Vincent O’Neill Co-founder of Irish Classical Theatre Company, actor, director, teacher

The best gift I ever received was from my daughter, Laura. I have a secret hobby of collecting miniature teddy bears, and have quite a collection from around the world.

But my favorite one was given to me by Laura, who is an attorney in Washington DC now. She gave it to me for Christmas when she was about twelve. His name is “Angel Bear” and he sits on my pillow every day.

The best gift I ever gave was the best and worst really.

When I was around eight years old, I had no money and decided to make my father a set of miniature Christmas nativity figurines out of tin foil and pipe cleaners.

Really basic, not very pretty and cost nothing to make.

My brother teased me relentlessly for years over that

(Clockwise from left) Scott Levin, Ryan O’Reilly, Vincent O’Neill, Kim Pegula Janet Snyder and dog Roxy

O’Neill and Pegula photos by kc kratt; other images supplied

gift. Then, when my father passed away and we were going through his bureau where he kept his prized possessions, there they were. Apparently they were more meaningful to him than I had ever known.

Scott Levin News anchor, WGRZ-TV

The best gift I ever received was the birth of my youngest daughter, Sophia, in 2001 during a five-foot, lateDecember snowstorm. My wife Lisa and I went to the hospital Christmas night and later that morning Sophia arrived and completed our family of four. The best gift I ever gave would have to be Christmas family vacations, which create memories that last forever.

Ryan O’Reilly Forward, Buffalo Sabres

The best holiday gift I received was a paintball gun when I was a kid. I had wanted one for a while and a few of my friends had one. It was so important to me. The best holiday gift I had ever given was a telescope to my dad.

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(Top) Dan Bylsma (Bottom) John Murphy

several weeks later, my six siblings and I gathered at his townhouse to clean it out. We decided to split up many of his possessions among the seven of us, and we conducted a “draft lottery” to see who would pick first. I won the lottery, and immediately chose a 1972 oil painting of my father’s former business, Lockport Tire Company on Park Avenue in Lockport. It was painted by noted Lockport artist Joe Whalen. Having worked at the tire store during my teenage years the painting held special meaning to me.

My older brother Matthew, now a Niagara County Court Judge, also worked at the tire shop. I was sure he would have been interested in the painting also. About six weeks later, on Christmas Eve, my family gathered for our annual gift exchange. I wrapped up the Lockport Tire painting and presented it to my brother Matt. I felt pretty good about giving that gift.

He loves the outdoors and always loved looking at the stars at night. He loved the gift.

Dan Bylsma Head coach, Buffalo Sabres

The best holiday gift I ever received was my first pair of Bauer skates when I was younger. I always had handme-down skates, so this was my first time having brand new ones.

The best holiday gift I ever gave was a new fly rod and reel. It was actually a gift to myself! When we were younger, we use to pick a name out of a hat to buy for a sibling. As we got a little older we started to quietly “pick” ourselves and get the gifts we wanted.

John Murphy “Voice of the Bills”

The best holiday gift I ever received was also the best holiday gift that I ever gave. It happened back in 2001.

My father passed away in October of that year, and,

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Fast forward to the following Christmas, my brother Matt presented a gift to all of his six siblings wrapped up and tied with a bow. He had copies made of the painting and had them framed for each one of us. So now all of my brothers and sisters and I have the iconic painting hanging in our homes. Another copy hangs in the bar room of lifelong Murphy friend, Mike Ennis, at Danny Sheehan’s Steak House in Lockport.

The best gift I ever gave for the holidays came back to me the next year as the best gift I ever received.

Kim Pegula Co-owner, Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres

The best holiday gift I ever received was a Barbie airplane.

It was a gift for the first Christmas after I was adopted. To me, getting that Barbie meant I was really an American!

The best holiday gift I ever gave was a car. We went to get the car early in the morning when everyone was asleep, drove it to the house in the snow so that it would be a surprise when they woke up. A lot of work, but worth the excitement! T

Down to earth: Books that celebrate gardening and nature

By Elizabeth Licata

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here are basically three types of gardening books— reference books, how-to books, and aspirational celebrations of beautiful gardens most of us can only dream about. Three recent releases belong to the latter two categories. First the how-to:

The Indestructible Houseplant; 200 Beautiful Plants that Everyone Can Grow

By Tovah Martin with photographs by Kindra Clineff Timber Press, 2015

Meet the unkillables. Yes, they do exist, and the cover of this book illustrates several sturdy examples: Schlumbergera (Christmas cactus), Spathiphylum (Peace lily), Peperomia, and succulents. Martin’s gallery of indestructibles within the book goes on to praise such tried-and-trues as Saintpaulia (African violet), Philodendron, Dracaena, Ficus, and spider plant.

There are also lesser-known cultivars like Asplenium nidus (bird’s nest ferns), Coprosma (mirror plant), and Medinilla (Malaysian grapes).

So-called “black thumbs” should not turn their noses up at these selections. Even the humblest houseplant supports human health in important ways. Plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, producing a more oxygen-rich interior environment. They also increase humidity and help remove toxins from the air.

Those are all excellent reasons to try again if you’ve given up on keeping plants inside your home, and Martin’s book is here to ensure success. She starts out by describing the less-than-ideal conditions in her own New England domicile, a drafty converted barn with low 2015 | Holiday Shopping Guide | 103

light. Nonetheless, Martin, a self-described plant addict, manages to keep this inhospitable space crammed with abundant green life, and one of the way she does it is by choosing only the resilient survivors and giving up on the weak. She also gives some great tips on how to pimp out boring plants with unusual containers (funnels, buckets, old coffee pots), repurposed stands, and interesting accessories (seashells, stones, and architectural salvage).

This advice takes up the introductory portion of the book; most of the rest is devoted to a lengthy illustrated list of possible plants and, finally, the down-and-dirty on potting, light, humidity, fertilizing, and other care—as well as a few other tips on how to make houseplants shine as décor. It’s one of the best books on houseplants I’ve seen so far, and no wonder—Tovah Martin is one of our best garden writers.

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The Art of Gardening: Design, Inspiration, and innovative planting techniques from Chanticleer

By R. William Thomas with photographs by Rob Cardillo (with Eric Hsu, Dan Benarcik, Peter Brindle, Bryan Christ, Doug Croft, Fran DiMarco, Joe Henderson, Ed Hincken, Erin McKeon, Lisa Roper, Emma Seniuk, Anne Sims, Scott Steinfeldt, Przemyslam Walczak, and Jonathan Wright) | Timber Press, 2015

A team-produced book has been written by the gardeners who care for this unique public garden in Wayne, Pennsylvania, which evolved from a private estate with beautiful, but (more-or-less) traditional landscaping to one of the most talked-about and visited botanical sites in the US. Chanticleer is devoted to innovation in garden design; as Thomas states in his introduction, it is “run by gardeners, designed by gardeners, and exists for gardeners.” There are no

holiday lights, weddings, or garden trains. Chanticleer consists of fifteen distinct areas, where its gardeners have tended lush perennial plantings, bulbs, mature trees, espaliers, water features, and a few lawns; they’ve also added intriguing sculptures, arbors with thronelike tall wooden chairs, stone couches, and Asian-themed enclosures. The family tennis court is now the Tennis Court Garden, with perennials and bulbs where the clay courts used to be. The terraces of the house (now a museum) are redesigned entirely twice a year. In other words, these public gardens evolve much like our private gardens do; when it’s time for change, change happens. That’s what makes Chanticleer a delight for gardeners and garden lovers to visit again and again.

The book first describes Chanticleer’s design and then its plants—at least that’s what the sections claim. In fact, discussion of plants and design is intertwined throughout, as it should be; it’s impossible for one to evolve without the participation of the other (even inadvertently). Though most home gardeners can only look at Rob Cardillo’s beautiful photographs and shake their heads admiringly and longingly, any gardener can learn from such essays as “Dry Shade,” and “Three Views on Color.” If nothing else, it’s impossible to even skim the book without planning a visit. (chanticleergarden.org)

Paradise Gardens

By Toby Musgrave | Frances Lincoln, 2015

Both natural and manmade landscapes are included in this ambitious survey of how the natural world is connected with belief system, and how these belief systems inspire interpretations and reconfigurations of nature—such as Verona’s Giusti Palace gardens, Bali’s Pura Taman Ayun, Sweden’s Woodland Cemetery, and the terraces that surround Haifa’s Shrine of the Bab. The book covers prehistory (depictions of nature found in Lacsaux) through 2014 (a river of ceramic poppies in London). There are beautiful spreads on

such world-famous sites as New York’s Cloisters, Agra’s Taj Mahal, amd Spain’s Alhambra, with the symbolism of the design elements explained and changes (often unfortunate) to original designs documented. The book is lushly illustrated throughout—it’s also on the large side—which tempts one to treat it as coffee table decoration, but that would be a mistake. Prop it up against something and read. You’ll learn about the Pure Land gardens of Japan, the scholar gardens of China, the four quadrants of the Islamic garden form, and the sacred groves of the Druids, just to name a few styles.

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Malls feature small businesses as well as corporate giants

By Marianne Potratz

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ith the year’s biggest shopping season upon us, we are reminded how WNY’s small business scene has grown and improved. A great mix of retail, dining, and service-based business line in-demand neighborhoods throughout the area, and lift Buffalo and surrounding areas back to life. Supporting small business in walkable shopping districts is important for their future success and growth.

(Left) Poster Art, Boulevard Mall (Top) Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA

Given the momentum around supporting locally owned companies, it can be easy to forget that malls house locally owned retailers, too. In addition to shopping Small Business Saturday and enjoying community holiday walks, you can support neighborhood business owners alongside brand name stores at some of our area’s largest retail hubs.

WNY’s shopping malls have seen big changes recently.

Expansions and new tenants continually add to an eclectic array of businesses. Perhaps you need a

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Brrr-ffalo Apparel, Eastern Hills Mall (Right Top) Columbia Sportswear Company, Fashion Outlets (Right Bottom) Dave & Buster’s, Walden Galleria

computer, special occasion shoes, and a wedding registry gift—all in one afternoon. Or maybe you’re looking to redeem some rewards cash, and price out a new dishwasher. A mall is the spot to take care of it all.

WNY’s solo location Each area mall has stores that you will find nowhere else. Galleria has sixty-eight unique tenants, and will reach seventy by year-end with the opening of Billy Beez children’s play area, and Windsor women’s apparel.

Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA—among the largest of its kind in the US—is the only shopping center in the Buffalo Niagara region that offers outlet stores (200-plus designer brands), so in that regard, every store is oneof-a-kind. Tenants unique to the market include Zwilling J.A. Henckels (opening this November), Disney Outlet, Barbour, Le Creuset, and Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th.

If someone expecting a new addition has a Buybuy registry, head to Boulevard Mall, which boasts the only area location. You’ll find Pure Integrity’s intensely

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fragranced, clean-burning soy candles at Eastern Hills Mall, where you can also get in some batting practice at Sports Performance Park. Make a shopping daytrip to Rochester’s Eastview Mall if you’re looking for the LEGO store, Madewell or Von Maur; the area’s only Athleta, TUMI, and Garage are also located here.

Small business in the mix A great mix of locally owned businesses can be found alongside these nationally recognized tenants. Eastern Hills reports that approximately forty percent of its tenants are local owners. In addition to specialty retailers including Brrr-ffalo Apparel, BFLO Gallery & Gift Shop, and Made In America, the food court is home to five locally owned restaurants. Eastern Hills also houses a Department of Motor Vehicles branch, SPCA, UNYTS, and local TV station WBBZ-TV, home of Me TV. Independent businesses in the Boulevard Mall include Laux Sporting Goods, Poster Art, Sweet Melody’s (gelato), and TT New York Dress Shop.

Whether you have a glam photo shoot at Bou Dior or design hoodies and sweatpants at Customized Teez, you’ll be supporting one of Walden Galleria’s eleven hometown stores (some kiosks are also local ventures).

At McKinley Mall, Parkside Candy serves up its legendary sweets alongside Spears & Co. Fine Jewelry—both are local. Fashion Outlets counts DAvolio’s, Sports Collectors Corner, Pop Culture, and Glow as tenants alongside their international retailers.

Wherever your gift list takes you this holiday season, wear comfortable shoes, and enjoy all the area has to offer while doing your part to keep local business growing. Shop thoughtfully, give generously, and start saving for next year. T

Together, these companies make significant contributions to their local economies. Clarence’s largest taxpayer is the Eastern Hills Mall, and Fashion Outlets has the same designation in Niagara Falls, where it accounts for more than fifty percent of sales tax revenue collected by the Town of Niagara. The Outlets are a driving force behind major changes to the local business landscape.

A partner in philanthropy Giving back to the communities they call home is important to all businesses, and countless organizations benefit from partnership with Walden Galleria. Walden Galleria works with hundreds of community non-profits, such as Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Make-A-Wish WNY, Boys and Girls Club of Buffalo, ERIE BOCES, and Hope before Heaven, supporting through donations, fundraising space, or sponsorship.

Boulevard Mall was recently awarded the 2014 Outstanding Philanthropic Small Business Award. They are proud supporters of Hospice Buffalo, Alzheimer’s Association of Western New York, Buffalo City Mission, American Heart Association, Aids Community Services, Amherst Youth Foundation and many other great organizations.

More than forty major fundraising and awareness events are held each year at Eastern Hills Mall.

Events like prescription drug drop offs, free electronic recycling, and child safety seat checks help keep the community safe, while their Holiday Pet Expo spreads some merriment and benefits local animal rescue and non-profit organizations.

PINK, Boulevard Mall

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That’s a wrap!

SISTERS SEE

By Rebecca Cuthbert

GIFT-GIVING

THE ZOERB

AS AN EVENT,

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e all know that it’s what’s on the inside—of a gift box— that counts, but a pretty presentation is a special touch that heightens the excitement, anticipation, and festive feelings associated with gift giving.

Everything Elmwood, 740 Elmwood Avenue, has an assortment of beautiful handmade gifts, but what gives the shop the edge is its gift wrap services.

Owner Kelly LaMartina and her crew have been gift wrapping for Buffalo natives and visitors since 1983.

“Everything Elmwood is known for its signature complimentary gift wrapping. We believe every gift purchased at our store should be presented in an eye-catching creative way,” LaMartina says.

“A gift should be as fun to give as it is to get.

We accomplish this by utilizing bright tissues,

A REFLECTION OF ONE’S AFFECTION AND APPRECIATION FOR THE RECIPIENT.

printed papers, satin ribbons, cello wraps, and assorted creative seasonal findings and box shapes.

We employ many student artists, so teaching them our signature wrap and watching them create is truly part of the Everything Elmwood shopping experience, as it is done swiftly right before your eyes. Nothing is too small or too big for us. If we sell it, we will wrap it!”

LaMartina’s customers often tell her things like “They aren’t going to want to open that!” And

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(Left Top) Destination Massage (Left Bottom) Everything Elmwood (Right) NEO

Tony Walker & Co.

sometimes the gift recipients really do wait, taking the time to enjoy the beautiful presentation for a few days before revealing the treasure inside.

Tony Walker & Co., at 5110 Main Street in Williamsville, is “your fashion activity center.” More than a store, Tony Walker & Co. hosts education seminars, fashion shows, workout classes, and more. The store carries dozens of top-name brands, and when your family members see the iconic houndstooth wrap, they will know they’re in for a treat.

“Everything is better wrapped in houndstooth!” reads the Tony Walker & Co. website. “Make sure to wrap everything in our houndstooth wrapping paper. It’s complimentary and available in different colors with any color ribbon you could want. There are five different gift wrapping stations in Body+Beauty, TW&Co, Women’s, The Nantucket Shop, and our Houndstooth Headquarters (located next to Jewelry).”

NEO Gift Studio, at 512 Elmwood Avenue, has been noted for its exceptional gift wrap for more than thirty years. “Our philosophy at NEO has always been that gift presentation should be a gift in and of itself,” says Joan Zoerb, who owns the store with sister Joyce. “It’s not who you are, it’s not what you give, it’s how you gift it.”

The Zoerb sisters see gift-giving as an event, a reflection of one’s affection and appreciation for the recipient.

At NEO, they take great pride in choosing details like ribbons, florals, adornments, and paper styles. They even have a way to make gift cards look special.

“In the past three years, [we at] NEO have recognized the growing trend of gifting with gift cards.

Although it’s a billion-dollar business, many people today hesitate to gift with gift cards because [it can seem like] a non-eventful gifting experience. We think otherwise. We have designed a collection of gift card presentation boxes that give new life to gifting with gift cards.”

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says owner Katharine Jemison. “Everything is customized for the particular gifts selected by our customers.

Depending what it is and where it’s going, a package may be wrapped simply in an elegant tissue, cellophane, and ribbon creation, or traditional box and extravagant bow. We always make sure each item is packaged sufficiently for whatever type of travel it will be doing.”

Jemison’s father was a chef, and taught her the importance of presentation. “It’s the first impression your gift gives to the recipient,” she maintains. “It speaks volumes to the thoughtfulness of the entire giving process. A gift just thrown in a gift bag, though convenient, can appear so rushed. Our gift wrapping will represent the care you spent in selecting the perfect gift, but you won’t wait around all day, because we are very fast.”

Spoiled Rotten

Karen Roth, owner of Destination Massage, 9500 Main St, Clarence, believes presentation is everything, and makes sure her gift certificates look just as good as her freshly buffed and polished clients. “Our gift certificates were specifically designed, not just purchased at an office supplies store,” Roth says. “We fill out everything on the certificate except the To and From, so the person receiving the gift will feel more connected to the giver.”

The gift certificates are then placed in a special box with wrapping paper; Roth even drops in a couple of chocolates! The client doesn’t have to do a thing more.

“The gift certificate will be beautifully wrapped with lots of thought involved and no work for the client, since he or she has already made the effort to choose the gift and pick it up,” Roth finishes.

The crew at Spoiled Rotten at 831 Elmwood Avenue does a lot of shipping, and they make sure their gifts arrive looking just as pretty as they did when they were sent.

“We offer several styles of gift wrap at Spoiled Rotten,”

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Jenss Décor, with locations on Maple Road in Amherst and Milestrip Road in Orchard Park, also offers free gift wrap services for its customers. “Since we have gifts for all occasions, we offer a choice of papers that fit the theme. The presentation is exciting to the recipient; the mystery of what might be inside the beautiful package adds to the thrill of giving and receiving a present,” says Marsha Dautch, vice president.

Dautch agrees with other gift wrap experts that personalized presentation symbolizes the care that goes into selecting something just right. “A gift is special when the giver takes the time to look around the store and choose a gift that would mean the most to the recipient,” she points out. “Sometimes it just ‘hits them’ and they know it is the perfect thing. It will leave our store beautifully wrapped and [perfectly presented].”

You heard it from the pros: select the perfect gift, and let them wrap it up so when that nice (or naughty) person in your life sees the pretty box, he or she will feel a shiver of anticipation and think, “This is just for me.” T

Give WNY: Local authors and local topics

By Elizabeth Licata

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very year, dozens of locally themed books are published, and most of them are sent to our offices. Holiday gift round-ups are a rare chance to recognize a few of these wildly diverse offerings—and they do make unique gifts.

Buffalo Noir Edited by Ed Park and Brigid Highes | Akashic Books, 2015

This is billed as a collection of “stories from the dark side of New York’s second largest city.” In addition to locally based authors, it contains stories by writers—some of them rather well-known—who have WNY links but now live elsewhere. Here’s the list, an impressive one: Dimitri Anastasopoulos, Lawrence Block, Kim Chinquee, Broke Costello, Tom Fontana, Christina Milletti, Joyce Carol Oats, Ed Park, Connie Porter, Lissa Marie Redmond, Gary Earl Ross, S.J. Rozan, and John Wray. Last but not least, the cover features a photograph by longtime Spree writer and Buffalo chef Joseph George.

What holds all these far-flung contributors together is the subject matter—local, familiar, and intriguing. Who wouldn’t want to read a story titled “The Bubble Man of Allentown,” or “Chicken Noodle’s Night Out,” set in the Anchor Bar? The Noir anthology series was started in 2004 with Brooklyn Noir, and has covered over fifty cities worldwide. Expect any story in a Noir anthology to have its fair share of gloom, mystery, and, often, murder.

Given this mission, editor Ed Park is lucky to have the queen of literary goth, Joyce Carol Oates, on tap, with her creepy, blizzard-fueled student/teacher encounter.

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and retribution in a South Buffalo neighborhood, and multiple murders and mutilations throughout the city.

A lot of the stories are set in winter, but, thankfully, not all. If you have a horror story buff on your list, this is for them. And for a duet of holiday fear, pair it with this title:

Cursed in New York: Stories of the Damned in the Empire State

By Randi Minetor | Globe Pequot, 2015

A Rochester-based nature author who has written five books about hiking and birding in Western New York as well as many others exploring the beauties of America’s national parks has switched gears for this title, which surveys haunted/cursed sites throughout New York State.

It is forthright and fact-based, laying out the history, the happenings, and the reasons people believe these curses exist. Minetor sees no reason to oversell the spookiness of it all, which makes it a fun and interesting read. The downstate, northern, and Central New York stories are equally as fascinating as the Western New York entries, but local history buffs will enjoy “Devil’s Hole: The Cave of the Evil Spirit,” “The Death of a President and the Teams that Fail to Thrive,” and others.

Favorite Recipes of the Birthday Girls

A collection of recipes from Jackie Culliton, Shelley Drake, Marsha Henderson, Pat Pitts, and Eileen Snyder | Morris Press Cookbooks, 2014

Over forty years, five Buffalo women started their careers, fought glass ceilings, raised their kids, went on vacations, endured life’s blows and rejoiced in its rewards.

They also celebrated their birthdays with lunches, dinners, and, eventually, special trips. This recipe collection represents

First Ward Trilogy (Mark Twain, Fingy Connors, & The Sullivan Brothers, Fingy Connors & The New Century, Murderers, Scoundrels and Ragamuffins)

by Richard Sullivan | Montgomery Ewing, 2011-2015

Book three of this series just came out, but these must be given as a trio to really be effective. The First Ward Trilogy is for those who love to geek out on Buffalo’s Irish history and the murky legacy of the industrial waterfront.

Everything is here: the Fenian invasion, Mark Twain, the scoopers strike of 1899, the saloons, the parades, the fires, and—always—the fights. Technically novels, these manage to be detailed histories at the same time, seen through the eyes of ruthless tycoon Fingy Connors, alderman John P. Sullivan, and detective James E. Sullivan, the three main characters, who interact with other major players of the period. These are both entertaining as novels and quite useful as reference volumes.

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meals they made together and apart, and is meant to commemorate their long friendship. The dishes are alternately personal (Nani Lu’s Sausage Stuffing for Turkey), ethnic (Bigos), vintage American (5-cup salad), and sophisticated (Prociutto Rolls with Arugula and Figs).

Some include personal footnotes. All proceeds benefit Western New York Women’s Foundation, which provides opportunities for women and girls, so this is perfect for girlfriend giftees.

Legends of the Buffalo Bills: Marv Levy, Bruce Smith, Thurman Thomas, and other Bills Stars

By Randy Schultz | Sports Publishing, 2003, 2015

Updated through the 2014 season, this compendium of Bills lore is perfect for sports fans who want to read about such blasts from the past as Ron McDole and George Saimes, who played in the early AFL years, as well as more recent stars like Thurman Thomas, Bruce Smith, and Jim Kelly. It’s interesting to glimpse the older players’ views on the contemporary game—nobody’s mincing words here, and that’s what makes the book relevant. Many of the former players and coaches have comments about the contemporary Bills team, as well

as pithy critiques of their colleagues from the past—i.e., Paul Maguire’s “To me John Rauch was an absolute idiot,” and Tony Green’s lack of sentimentality about the old War Memorial Stadium: “I just couldn’t believe that they would allow something like this to take place in the National Football League. I couldn’t believe that this was a pro stadium.” For this edition, Schultz has updated his previous bios (many of the updates are sad notices of recent deaths) and added bios of notable additions since 2004, including, of course, the Pegulas.

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Nadine, My Funny and Trusty Guide Dog

By Carol Chiodo Fleischman and illustrated by Stephanie Ford

Nadine, My Funny and Trusty Guide Dog, is a delightful story about a young sight-impaired girl whose guide dog may have a habit of getting into her dirty laundry but also saves her from getting run over during a snow storm that has dulled her sense of hearing. Theirs is a relatively brief adventure, but it contains a lot of easily understood information about the role of guide dogs and the relationships their owners have with them.

Carol Chiodo Fleischman writes with a down-to-earth, engaging voice; the book, intended for K-3, is a great way for children to learn about the challenges faced by those with failing sight.T

Mubu the Morph

By Stephen Nawotniak and illustrated by Jeffrey Scott Perdziak

In the realm of books for young people, first we have an offering from People, Inc. that encourages the celebration of difference and the exploration of possibilities. Mubu the Morph is a fable about the importance of learning to accept yourself as you are— and how to enjoy the journey. It’s meant for K-3 kids, and is part of a series of titles from People Inc and the Museum of DisABILITY History. Proceeds support the museum; find out more at mubuthemorph.com.

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December 2015

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Christmas on Ice

Your favorite holiday songs are brought to life on ice. Runs through December 6; various times at Fallsview Casino (6380 Fallsview Blvd., Niagara Falls, ON; fallsviewcasinoresort. com or 877-833-3110)

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Graham Cracker Houses

Hosted by Explore & More Children’s Museum, all materials are provided for ages five and up with a parent. Reservations required. Various locations and dates. (buffalolib.org or 858-7192)

Many of the great options in our calendar are offered at no cost.

Keep an eye out for Honest Abe. He´ll point you to FREE events.

Children’s Christmas Craft

Children are invited to make crafts to give as gifts for the holidays! Includes a wrapping station and refreshments. 6–8 p.m. at Newfane Free Library (2761 Maple Ave., Newfane; olcott-newfane.com or 778-9344)

Frosty and Friends

Get ready for the season with Frosty the Snowman and his wintertime pals! Build a snowman, play some reindeer games, and decorate your own gingerbread man! For ages 3-8. Various locations and dates. (buffalolib.org or 683-1120)

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Holiday Light Up & Parade

Scrooge the Musical

Haute Holiday Evening Fashion Show

Light Up the Season–Sponsored by Impact Artists Gallery

Wine Trail Holiday Happening

Victorian Christmas month

A Vocális Christmas

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A fashion show to celebrate the holiday season. 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Hyatt Regency Hotel (2 Fountain Plz.; festivaloftreesbuffalo.com or 881-8230) From wine tastings and vintage fashion shows to holiday luncheons and performances, Buffalo’s Teddy Roosevelt Inaugural Site will host more than a dozen exciting events this month. Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site (641 Delaware Ave.; trsite.org or 884-0095)

A craft show and a Main Street parade. 5:30 p.m. at Newfane United Methodist Church (2699 N. Main St., Newfane; olcott-newfane.com or 778-8531)

A vendor show with fine quality art and crafts for holiday gifts. December 4–6 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 5–9 p.m. on Friday at Casa de Arte (141 Elmwood Ave.) Join Vocális Chamber Choir for two extraordinary holiday concerts. December 4 at 8 p.m. at Saints Peter & Paul Church (5480 Main St., Williamsville) and December 5 at 7:30 p.m. at Karpeles Manuscript Museum (220 North St.) See vocalischamberchoir.org for details.

Lockport continues its tradition of presenting a musical version of the Dickens tale.

Runs through December 6 at Historic Palace Theatre (2 East Ave., Lockport; lockportpalacetheatre.org or 438-1130) Collect corks along the trail to complete a cork wreath during this festive wine tasting event. Noon to 5 p.m. on December 4–6 and 11–13 at Niagara Wine Trail (various locations; niagarawinetrail.org)

The Sounds of Christmas Concert

Many classic tunes of the Christmas season as well as new contemporary Christmas songs performed by some of our region’s finest professional musicians. December 4–5, 7 p.m. at Hess Road Wesleyan Church (2514 Hess Rd., Appleton; appletonhrwchurch.org)

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The Santaland Diaries

David Sedaris’ modern classic is transformed from book to stage production in this holiday play intended for adults.

Runs through December 13 at Market Arcade Film & Arts Center (639 Main St.; roadlesstraveledproductions.org or 629-3069)

decorations and interact with the villagers.

12–7 p.m. at Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village (3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd., Amherst; bnhv.org or 689-1440)

Living Nativity

See a living nativity and enjoy a guided walk through the traditional Christmas story. 5:30– 8:30 p.m. December 4, 6, 11, and 13 at Grace Bible Church (6023 Dutton Pl., Newfane; olcott-newfane.com or 778-9081)

A Little House Christmas

Buffalo’s premier children’s theatre presents a holiday play for ages five and up. Runs through December 20 at Theatre of Youth’s Allendale Theatre (203 Allen St.; theatreofyouth.org or 884-4400)

Countryside Christmas Tours A festive glimpse into a 19th century Christmas as visitors are guided through the Village to different stops to admire the

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Taste of Christmas Past

Enjoy historically recreated Victorian Christmas dishes and drinks. There will also be a Tree Lighting Ceremony and music provided by the Buffalo Schwaben Chorus.

5:30-9:30 p.m. at Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village (3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd., Amherst; bnhv.org or 689-1440)

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Lewiston Christmas Walk

Visit Lewiston’s beautifully decorated streets for a weekend of winter charm. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. at Village of Lewiston (Center St., Lewiston; villageoflewiston.net or 754-1990)

Carrousel Holiday

Join the museum each Saturday in December for a holiday event featuring none other than Santa! Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum (180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda; carrouselmuseum.org or 693-1885)

The Scintas

The Scinta brothers Joe and Frank, honorary Scinta Peter O’DOnnell, and recent addition Janien Valentine, offer a Christmas-themed night full of their signature comedy, music, and celebrity impressions. December 4 & 5 at 8 p.m. at Riviera Theatre (67 Webster St., North Toanwanda; rivieratheatre.org or 692-2413)

Christmas Stroll

The unique old-fashioned celebration consists of events such as Santa’s arrival, a live nativity, camel showcase, and a “reindog” parade. Village of Ellicottville (Ellicottville; ellicottvilleny.com or 699-5046)

Lewiston Tour of Homes

Tour four of Lewiston’s most historic homes.

December 5 & 6, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. at locations throughout Lewiston (lewistonhometour.com or 745-9583)

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Arthur Christmas

Free family film series. 2 p.m. at Shea’s Performing Arts Center (646 Main St.; sheas. org or 847-1410)

Holiday in the Village

Shopping events will be held throughout the city. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (Williamsville; walkablewilliamsville.com or 632-4120)

Holiday Tree Lighting

Enjoy the lighting of the tree and a walk down Main Street for refreshments. 6 p.m. at Village Hall (5565 Main St., Williamsville; walkablewilliamsville.com or 632-4120)

Holiday in the Park

Wind down at this annual event with carriage rides, food and crafts. 4-7 p.m. at the Orchard Park Public Library and Train Depot (4570 S. Buffalo St., Orchard Park; orchardparkvillage.org or 622-9327)

JoAnn’s Classical Christmas

Make memories with your family and friends at the BPO! Hear Christmas favorites like “Greensleeves,” “Hallelujah Chorus” from Messiah, “Joy to the World,” and more.

December 11 at 10:30 a.m. and December 12 at 8 p.m. at Kleinhans Music Hall (3 Symphony Cir.; kleinhansbuffalo.org or 883-3560)

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Christmas Tea

Free photos with Santa, crafts, and holiday entertainment. Free rides on the Niagara Scenic Trolley between the Niagara Power Vista and Gorge Discovery Center. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (866-NYPA-FUN or email npvista@nypa. gov)

Children can visit Santa, Mrs. Claus, and some very fun elves for a pancake breakfast.

9:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. at Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village (3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd., Amherst; bnhv.org or 689-1440) Join this open house and tea-themed holiday event. Reservations required. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the historic Hull House (5962–76 Genesee St., Lancaster; hullfamilyhome.com or 741-7032)

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Winter Choral Spectacular

Celebrate the winter season in song. 7:30 p.m. at Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall (1300 Elmwood Ave.; buffalostatepac.org or 878-3005)

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Deck the Halls

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Celebrate the classic 1983 movie with a special Talk Back with cast members. 1 p.m. at the Riviera Theatre (67 Webster St.; rivieratheatre.org or 692-2413)

Santa’s Workshop

Holiday themed activities and crafts await!

10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens (2655 S. Park Ave.; buffalogardens.com or 827-1584)

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All Through the Night

Opera Lytes’ annual holiday event features a pre-concert dinner and performance of holiday favorites. 7:30 p.m. at Amherst Community Church (77 Washington Hwy.; facebook.com/Opera-Lytes or 834-9700)

A Christmas Carol

Buffalo Seminary Alumnae Association’s family-friendly event will offers gift items from a local artists, a raffle of unique themed gift baskets, and refreshments. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Buffalo Seminary (205 Bidwell Pkwy.; 884-2473)

The classic tale of a businessman in despair who is helped by an angel. Runs through December 20 at Ghostlight Theatre (170 Schenck St., North Tonawanda; starrynighttheatre.com or 743-1614)

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December 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and December 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Event Center at the Hamburg Fairgrounds (5820 South Park Ave., Hamburg; thefairgrounds.com or 648-9733)

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Catch Alleyway’s annual presentation of the Dickens classic. Runs through December 20 at Alleyway Theatre (1 Curtain Up Aly.; alleyway.com or 852-2600)

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Frankie Avalon Christmas Show

December 18–20 at Kleinhans Music Hall (3 Symphony Cir.; kleinhansbuffalo.org or 883-3560)

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Holiday Tea

Victorian Holiday features a variety of teas, scones, finger sandwiches and a delightful basket raffle for all guests to enjoy. 1–3 p.m. at Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village (3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd., Amherst; bnhv.org or 689-1440

Jingle Bell Jam

The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra’s presents its holiday event. 2:30 p.m. at Kleinhans Music Hall (3 Symphony Cir.; kleinhansbuffalo.org or 883-3560)

Kissmas Bash 2015

KISS 98.5 FM’s annual holiday extravaganza showcases up-and-coming pop acts. 5 p.m. at First Niagara Center (One Seymour H. Knox III Plaza; firstniagaracenter.com or 855-4122)

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The Guns of Christmas: The Truce in the Trenches, 1914 Gary Earl Ross debuts his new play to mark the centennial of the historic “Christmas Truce.” Runs through December 22 at Manny Fried Playhouse. (225 Great Arrow Ave.; subversivetheatre.org or 408-0499)

Frankie Avalon Christmas Show

Features singers from Thomas Edison Elementary School joining Mr. Avalon onstage with some classic holiday carols.

7:30 p.m. at the Riviera Theatre (67 Webster St.; rivieratheatre.org or 692-2413)

Holiday Pops

Make memories with your family at Western New York’s top holiday tradition. Your BPO connects you with the spirit of the season, finishing up with an old-fashioned singalong.

WNYBAC hosts its annual craft fair, designed to pack as many talented artists selling unique, handcrafted gifts under one roof to ease your holiday shopping pain. December 18 from 4 to 8 p.m. and December 19 from noon to 6 p.m. at Western New York Book Arts Center (468 Washington St., wnybookarts.org or 348-1430)

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Mannheim Steamroller

Features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects. 8 p.m. at Shea’s Performing Arts Center (646 Main St.; sheas.org or 847-1410)

East Aurora Annual Carolcade

Join this holiday tradition of community caroling and the serving of hot chocolate.

7–8 p.m. on historic Main Street (East Aurora; eanycc.com or 652-8444)

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11th Annual Xmas Show

Buffalo metalcore band Every Time I Die headline with guests Stick to Your Guns and Harms Way. 6:30 p.m. at Town Ballroom (681 Main St.; townballroom.com or 893-2900)

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American Legion Band of the Tonawandas 2015 Christmas Concert

Enjoy an evening of contemporary and classical, sacred and secular Christmas music mixed with other concert favorites. 7:30 p.m. at the Riviera Theatre (67 Webster St.; rivieratheatre.org or 692-2413)

Cheektowaga Community Symphony Orchestra’s annual holiday concert. 3 p.m. at St. Andrews Roman Catholic Church (1525 Sheridan Dr., Amherst; standrewsrcchurch.org or 873-6716)

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Old Falls Street’s New Year’s Eve Kids’ Club

Ring in the new year with events throughout the day. Old Falls Street (101 Old Falls St., Niagara Falls; fallsstreet.com or 278-2100)

Long-running light shows Fairgrounds Festival of Lights

The Fairground’s 11th annual event runs every weekend through December 27. (5820 South Park Ave., Hamburg; the-fairgrounds.com or 648-9733)

Niagara Falls, ON Winter Festival of Lights

Canada’s Victoria Park is illuminated with over 3 million sparkling lights. Runs through January 31 at Queen Victoria Park (Niagara Pkwy., Niagara Falls, ON; niagaraparks.com or 905-357-7808)

Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights

A breathtaking and seasonal display of holiday lights at Lewiston’s famous shrine.

Runs through January 6 at Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima (1023 Swann Rd., Lewiston; fatimashrine.com or 754-7489)

Niagara Power Project Festival of Trees Trans-Siberian Orchestra

This year’s enchanted Yuletide tale is “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve.” 3 and 7:30 p.m. at First Niagara Center (One Seymour H. Knox III Plaza; firstniagaracenter.com or 855-4122)

Come view the rows of trees adorned with LED lights and decorated by area not-forprofit organizations. December 1–January 1 at Niagara Power Project Visitor’s Center (5777 Lewiston Rd., Lewiston; nypa.gov or 286-6661)

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Index of Advertisers 800 Maple/Siena/Rocco’s (716)688-5800, www.800maple.com......................... 23 Abino Mills Glassworks (716)276-8102, www.abinomillsglassware.com...... 124 About Time Clock Emporium (716)839-3520, www.abouttimeclocks.com............ 132 Abraham’s Jewelers (716)873-0734............................................................. 75 Aesthetic Associates Centre (716)839-1700, www.gr8look.com............................... 5 Albarella Media (716)570-4513, www.albarellamedia.com............... 150 Albright-Knox Art Gallery (716)882-8700, www.albrightknox.org....................... 62 Amherst Jewelers (716)639-0198............................................................. 81 Annie’s Hallmark Shop (716)674-3211........................................................... 136 Arriba Tortilla (716)714-9176, www.arribatortilla.com................... 140 Artists In Buffalo, Inc. (716)881-2199, www.artistsinbuffalo.org................... 46 Aurora Silversmith (716)652-6043, www.aurorasilversmith.com........... 147 Bailey Slipper Shop (716)634-0314, www.baileyslippershop.com............. 32 Bavarian Nut Company (716)810-6887, www.bavariannut.com.................... 146 Bay-6 Buffalo Clothing (716)674-1115, www.Bay6BuffaloClothing.com...... 129 BeautyQuest Medispa and Skin Care (716)633-7546, www.beautyquestwny.com..............BC BFLO Gallery & Gift Shop (716)783-5128........................................................... 122 Big Suzie’s Little Bakery www.bigsuzies.com.................................................. 133 Black Willow Winery LLC (716)439-1982, www.BlackWillowWinery.com........... 42 Brrr-ffalo Apparel (716)812-0104, www.brrr-ffalo.com......................... 122 Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens Society (716)827-1584, www.buffalogardens.com................. 38 Buffalo & Erie County Libraries (716)858-7119, www.buffalolib.org............................ 54 Buffalo Bites Food Tours (716)903-9260, www.buffalobitesfoodtours.com...... 70 Buffalo Gal Organics (716)983-1087........................................................... 134 Buffalo Gay Men’s Chorus (716)883-1277, www.buffalogaymenschorus.org...... 69 Buffalo Motor Works, LLC (716)249-0525, www.BuffaloMotorWorks.com........ 151 Buffalo Roadhouse Grill (716)692-7999........................................................... 145 Buffalo Zoo (716)837-3900, www.buffalozoo.org.......................... 45 C Designs (716)310-2403, www.cdesignsandillustrations.com......................... 147 Cameleon Ladies Boutique (716)686-9050, www.cameleonbuffalo.com.............. 76 Canalside Buffalo/SPECTRA (716)362-8370, www.canalsidebuffalo.com............... 28 Capello I LLC (716)634-4111, www.capellosalon.com..................... 22 Cappelli’s Pizzeria & Catering (716)662-2290, www.cappellicatering.com............. 142 Cara Mia Pet Resort (716)568-2272, www.caramiapetresort.com............. 40 Chateau Lux Salon (716)783-8513, www.chateauluxsalon.com............. 125 Cheri Amour (716)754-8675, www.cheriamourgifts.com.............. 150 College Nannies & Tutors (716)353-7900, www.collegenanniesandtutors.com..... 137

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Corto’s Salon & Seasons Spa (716)648-3120, www.cortossalonandspa.com.......... 65 Crazyartgrrl Jewelry (800)281-0774, www.crazyartgrrljewelry.com........... 41 Creative Storage (716)871-1474, www.creativestoragebuffalo.com... 140 D’Avolio (716)204-8542, www.davolios.com.......................... 149 Dalia’s Bridal (716)839-7833, www.daliasbridal.com..................... 139 Daniels Restaurant (716)648-6554, www.daniels-restaurant.com............ 33 Dessert Deli (716)689-2115, www.dessertdelibakery.com........... 126 Destination Massage (716)407-3357, www.destinationmassagespa.com.123 Diamond Cutters of WNY (716)854-4455, www.wnydiamonds.com................... 66 E Z Rover (573)450-0840............................................................. 18 Eastview Mall (585)223-3693, www.eastviewmall.com.................... 19 El Buen Amigo (716)885-6343, www.elbuenamigo.org.................... 151 Everything Beauty (716)939-3355........................................................... 146 Excuria Salon & Spa (716)839-3106, www.excuriaspa.com........................ 37 Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA (716)297-2022, www.theoutlets.us........................... 6,7 Flight of Five Winery (716)433-3360, www.flightoffivewinery.com........... 147 Four Honey Bee’s Cottage (716)652-0292........................................... Front Cover,1 Furs by Russell (716)839-5900, www.fursbyrussell.com..................... 63 Gates Circle Wines and Liquor (716)884-1346, www.gatescircleliquor.com............... 31 George Eastman House (585)271-3361, www.eastmanhouse.org................. 143 Gondola Macaroni Products (716)874-4280........................................................... 138 Grand Island Portuguese Water Dogs (716)435-9922, www.doceukennel.com...................... 2 Green Spa (716)635-6482, www.wnygreenspa.com................. 149 Hogenkamp Optics (716)662-5050, www.hogenkampoptics.com............ 24 Hunt Real Estate/Camille Colvin (716)631-4800, www.huntrealeastate.com.............. 129 Hunt Real Estate/Michelle C. Winer (716)633-5350, www.michellewiner.com................. 123 Hyatt’s All Things Creative (716)884-8900, www.hyatts.com............................. 125 Ideal Image Development Corp.

(800)235-3325, www.idealimage.com........................ 47 Jeweler’s Studio, The (716)662-8228, www.thejewelersstudio.com............ 36 John Marfoglia Antiques (716)913-8549, www.jmgoldbuyers.com................. 144 Kegworks (877)636-3673, www.kegworks.com........................ 130 La-De-Da Pet Spa, Dog Daycare & Boarding Resort (716)677-0000, www.ladedapetspa.com................... 52 Lace & Day (716)884-1580, www.laceandday.com....................... 57 Lavender & Sage Sundries (716)322-7121, www.facebook.com/Lavenderandsagesundries...... 146 Leonard Oakes Estate Winery (585)318-4418, www.oakeswinery.com................... 137 Lockport Main Street, Inc. (716)434-0212, www.lockportmainstreet.org.......... 131 Lockwood’s Greenhouses (716)649-4684, www.weknowplants.com.................. 34 Lori Stevenson Jewelry (716)913-2177, www.loristevensonjewelry.com........ 78 Louis Kallinikos & Sons, Inc (416)504-4433............................................................. 79

M P Caroll Hardwood (716)683-8520, www.mpcaroll.com........................... 64 Mansion on Delaware Avenue, The (716)886-3300, www.mansionondelaware.com........ 80 Martin House Restoration, Darwin Martin House (716)856-3858, www.darwinmartinhouse.org........... 60 Melting Pot, The (716)685-6358, www.meltingpot.com........................ 17 Mercedes-Benz of Buffalo (716)633-0088, www.mercedesbenzbflo.com........... 15 Michele for Hair & Day Spa (716)882-1180, www.micheleforhairanddayspa.com....................... 128 New Buffalo Graphics (716)885-5188, www.newbuffalographics.com....... 143 Niagara Dermatology Associates (716)205-8324, www.niagaradermatology.com......... 77 Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (716)210-2525, www.nfculinary.org........................... 44 Niagara Hobby & Craft Mart (716)681-1666, www.niagarahobby.com.................. 124 Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce (716)754-9500, www.niagarariverregion.com.......... 151 Niagara Tradition Home Brew (716)877-8767, www.nthomebrew.com................... 141 Nickel City Cheese & Mercantile (716)882-3068, www.nickelcitycheese.com............ 134 Northtown Automotive Companies (716)614-7000, www.northtownauto.com............ 10,11 Nothnagel Realtors/Jean A. Manders (716)222-0526, www.nothnagle.com/jeanmanders.. 74 Nothnagle Realtors/Karen Baker www.nothnagle.com/karenbaker............................... 67 Nothnagle Realtors/Barbara Baker www.nothnagle.com/barbarabaker........................... 49 Oliver’s (716)877-9662, www.oliverscuisine.com................... 48 Orchard Fresh (716)662-1051, www.orchardfresh.com...................IFC Orvis (802)362-8509............................................................. 29 Other Woman Catering (716)646-5520, www.theotherwomancatering.com.128 Paradise Wine (716)322-5396, www.paradisewinebuffalo.com...... 133 Paula Deen Store (716)247-5296, www.pauladeensgeneralstore.com/clarence-ny-store......148 Paula’s Donuts (716)862-4246, www.paulasdonuts.com................. 149 Peace Bridge Duty Free (800)361-1302, www.dutyfree.ca................................. 3 People Inc. (716)634-8132, www.people-inc.org........................ 151 Petrichor Flora (716)949-0033, www.petrichorflora.com................. 142 Pizza Plant (716)632-0800, www.pizzaplant.com......................... 20 Public Espresso + Coffee www.publicespresso.com.......................................... 35 Pumpkins Fine Children’s Clothing (716)632-2246........................................................... 147 Quaker Crossing, LLC (716)823-7704, www.quakercrossing.com................ 71 Realty USA /Tina Dillon (716)743-5379, www.tinadillon.net.......................... 138 Red Siren, The (716)856-0784, www.theredsiren.com..................... 139 Renew Bath & Body (716)881-0177, www.renewbathandbody.com.......... 72 Research and Design (716)662-0800, www.researchanddesign.com.......... 68 Ritzy Rags Upscale Consignment Boutique (716)634-6858, www.ritzyragsconsignment.com.... 136 Riverside Men’s Shop (716)833-8401, www.riversidemens.com.................. 43

Rove Jewelry, Accessories, and Gifts LLC (716)205-1717, www.rovegifts.com......................... 128 Roycroft Copper Shop & Campus Corporation (716)655-0261, www.roycroftcampuscorporation.com.................... 135 Roycroft Inn, The (716)652-5552, www.roycroftinn.com..................... 135 Runner’s Roost (716)662-1331, www.therunnersroost.com............. 126 S&E Jewelers (716)832-1595, www.sandejewelers.com.................. 21 Salvatore’s Italian Gardens/Garden Place Hotel (716)683-7990, www.salvatores.net........................... 39 Sarah’s Vintage & Estate Jewelry (716)633-3738, www.sarahsvintagejewelry.com....... 51 Shea’s Performing Arts Center (716)847-0850, www.sheas.org.................................... 4 Spa Niagara LLC. (716)205-0039, www.spaniagarausa.com................. 8,9 Spoiled Rotten (716)884-3883, www.spoiledrottenbuffalo.wordpress.com............... 73 Spring Lake Winery (716)439-5253, www.springlakewinery.com............ 149 Studio M Hair Design (716)632-9670............................................................. 59 Sue’s Frame of Mind (716)754-7074, www.suesframeofmind.com........... 131 Susan Deborah Bridal (585)442-7557, www.susananddeborahbridal.com.145 Tara Gift Shoppe (716)825-6700, www.taragiftshoppe.com/mysitecaddy/site3/........ 148 Ten Thousand Villages (716)810-9333, www.williamsville.tenthousandvillages.com........ 12,13 The End of the Road (716)444-6109, www.TheEndoftheRoadBoutique.com..................... 150 The Refinery Salon (716)783-9051, www.refineryhairsalon.com............ 130 Theatre Alliance of Buffalo www.theatreallianceofbuffalo.com............................ 56 Thin Ice (716)881-4321, www.thiniceonline.com.................. 127 Tiftickjian, David & Sons (716)852-0556, www.tiftrugs.com.............................IBC Tommyrotter Distillery (716)312-1252, www.tommyrotter.com/home-yes.144 Urban Leisure & Luxury (716)884-9145, www.urbanleisureandluxury.com... 132 VBAC (716)202-1134, www.hamburgvbac.com......... 25,26,27 Vern Stein Fine Art & The Main Frame (716)626-5688, www.vernsteinartandframe.com...... 61 Village Goldsmith (716)754-7744, www.villagegold.com...................... 150 Walden Galleria (716)681-7600, www.waldengalleria.com.................. 58 WBBZ (716)630-9229, www.wbbz.tv..................................... 30 Weber’s Mustard (716)852-7171, www.webersmustard.com.............. 148 West Side Bazaar (716)464-6389, www.westsidebazaar.com.............. 148 White Oaks Resort & Spa (800)263-5766, www.whiteoaksresort.com............... 53 Will Faller Fine Art & Antiques (716)430-1762, www.willfaller.com............................ 55 Williamsville Business Association (716)984-6572............................................................. 50 World of Beers (716)636-1966........................................................... 127 Zandra Beauty (716)359-1824, www.zandrabeauty.com................. 141 Zetouna Olive Oils www.zetouna.com................................................... 146

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