December 2011 Bonners Ferry Newsline

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Bamboo Room Scrapbooking

& Crafts

Paper • Ink • Punches Stamps Cricut Machines Big Shots • Buttons and much more!

Scarpbooking & Card Classes Weekly!

Open Tuesday-Friday, 9:30am-4:00pm and Saturday, 9:30am-1:30pm Located 1.5 miles north of 3 Mile Junction on Highway 95.

63 Automation Lane Bonners Ferry, Idaho

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Now providing coverage east of Moyie!

Bamboo Room

Day Spa

We do customized gift baskets!

Give the gift of relaxation with a gift certificate.

Services:

• Spa Pedicures • Manicures • Acrylic Nails • Tanning • Spray Tanning • Massage • Body Mudding

Located just north of Bonners Ferry 208.267.6407 64 Automation Lane Bonners Ferry, Idaho

Ask about our Spa Packages!

Schedule a Spa Party with friends or a relaxing day for yourself! We also carry lotion, tanning lotion, polish, body jewelry and more.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Boomer the Squirrel

Best of Libby and Bonners Ferry The best businesses in Libby & Bonners Ferry

Find my acorn hidden in an ad.

Be the 11th person to email us at acorn@like-media.com with its location.

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Fax: 800.536.5967.

Local Buzz Teacher of the month: Mr. Anderson

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Congratulations to November’s acorn finder India Kucherry!

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Advertising & Sales

Good News Huckleberry Variety & Bamboo Room Crafts

Jessica Kimble - ext. 130 jessica@like-media.com Dawn Meyer - ext. 105 dawn@like-media.com Heather Hart - ext. 140 heather@like-media.com

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Graphic Design Whitney Howard - ext. 117 whitney@like-media.com

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Athletes of the month Alanna Hittle and Holly Bork

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Calendar of Events December and January events

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Business Guide Local businesses directory

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Managing Money for the Holidays Edward Jones: Financial Focus

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Christmas Fun Crafts and jokes!

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Best of Libby

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THE BEST BUSINESSES IN LIBBY, MONTANA Shoes N Socks Etc.

Come see us for these products Dansko, Merrell, Keen, New Balance, Columbia, Mtn Hardware, Sorel and Naot. We look forward to meeting your needs. shoesnsocks@lclink.com 308 Mineral Avenue Libby, Montana 59923 406.293.SHOE

Consignment

Clothing

Libby Sports Center We carry a full line of sporting goods, shoes and clothes. libbysportscenter@frontiernet.net 204 West 9th Street Libby, Montana 59923 406.293.4641

Twinkle Welding

“Your 4x4 Store” For all your 4x4 truck accessories! www.twinklewelding.com 30318 US Highway 2 Libby, Montana 59923-3122 406.293.4576

Booze ‘n’Bait We offer a large selection of fine wines, sporting goods, work clothes and of course a large choice of liquors for all the up coming holiday events.

315 East Missoula Avenue Troy, Montana 59935 406.295.4415

Managhan’s Furniture Inc.

Your family clothing store.

We carry infant through adult sizes. Mention this ad for 25% off!

Open Monday through Friday 9:30am-5:30pm.

Saturday 11am-5pm.

320 Mineral Avenue Libby, Montana 59923 406.293.9295

Managhan’s Furniture Inc. Furnishing for your entire home. *Low prices to fit any budget. *Name brands including Serta, Ashley, Best and more! *Accessible and easy to find *Family owned and operated.

Open Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-5 403 Mineral Avenue Libby, Montana 59923 406.293.2707

Hall’s Jewelry RETIREMENT SALE! Everything 30%-70% off all merchandise. No sales tax!

415 West 9th Street Libby, Montana 59923 406.293.4449

>>>JOKE ALERT: What does a cat on the beach have in common with Christmas?

They both have Sandy Claus.

Glass and Home Innovation Escape stress, recharge Find the perfect your batteries, and hot tub model and improve your health the perfect JetPak by soaking for just 20 massages for your minutes a day in a lifestyle today!

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Best of Bonners

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THE BEST BUSINESSES IN BONNERS FERRY, IDAHO Yoder’s Discount Groceries on the South Hill in Bonners Ferry. We have farm fresh eggs, raw milk, fresh produce and discounted groceries.

Hours: Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm 876 Ginger Lane 208.267.9607

MOTION SALE! Sale on recliners, reclining sofas and gliders. Get comfortable for the holidays!

6443 McCall Street 1.888.267.0914 or 208.267.7267

“Healthy posture is a must.

Chiropractors help adjust!”

Chiropractic care for the whole family!

Men, women, pregnant, mothers, teens and children. Make your appointment today!

Dr. Pamela Svec, D.C. 6514 Main Street 208.267.7355

Verizon Wireless Authorized Dealer. ET Wireless offers new lines and upgrades. You can do all your upgrades and new lines at ET. New accessories in stock now for your stocking stuffers. Canadian customers welcomed!

6665 Main Street 208.267.7100

>>>JOKE ALERT: What kind of candle burns longer, a red candle or a green candle?

Neither! Candles always burn shorter!

>>>JOKE ALERT: What did Adam say on the day before Christmas? It’s Christmas, Eve!

Boundary Computer

SERVING BOUNDARY COUNTY SINCE 1978

J.R.S. SURVEYING INC. JAMES R. “DICK” STAPLES

We sell new and used games for Wii, PS3 and Xbox 360 and accept trade-ins on games and equipment.

CONSTRUCTION SURVEYS • BOUNDARIES SUBDIVISIONS • PLANNING GPS SURVEYS • HAZMAT CERTIFIED 2006744-1110

Drop us a line at 208.267.1000

Professional Land Surveyor Idaho - Montana 1-888-288-8736 6476 S. Main Bonners Ferry, ID (208) 267-7555

PROUD SUPPORTERS OF OUR VETERANS!

108 E. 9th St. Ste. 6 Libby, MT (406) 293-5059

Visit us at www.BoundaryComputer.com

Real Movers • Real Trucks • Real Low Prices

New Year...New You!

ALL SEASONS MOVING, INC.

Take Control of Your Health for GOOD in 2012!

Residential and Commercial Moves Out of State and Local Moves Business to Business Moves

Call 208.699.6538

Eliminate Cellulite & Poor Eating Habits!

Mrs. Smith holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Nutrition Sciences and is an ACB. Certified personal trainer.

FREE CLASS! January 7, 2012 @ 9:30am Bee Fit Studio 6451 McCall St. Suite B. Call Julie Smith at 208.255.9956 or email healthjules@gmail.com

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Athletes of the Month

Nominate an athlete of the month at facebook.com/newslinesonline!

ALANNA HITTLE AND HOLLY BORK

Live Music January 13th 6-9pm: “Back Adit” PIZZA • SALADS • SANDWICHES Nightly Specials starting at 5pm.

Hours: 11-8 Monday-Saturday

Alanna Hittle

Holly Bork

Alanna is a Junior at Bonners Ferry High School. Her favorite food is Mexican.

When Alanna’s not in school, one of her favorite things to do is have fancy dinners with friends. She went on a Vacation to Las Vegas and it was her favorite place to go, because she could see all the creative people.

Thick ‘n’ Thin Beams and Flooring Bring the beauty of our wood into your life!

ATTENTION: All builders, remodelers, do-ityourself-ers! Let Gary and Brandon at THICK ‘N’ THIN BEAMS and FLOORING, your hometown sawmill, quickly and competently produce that specialty beam, one of a kind flooring or unique siding to complete your project YOUR WAY! Happy Holidays from the crew at Thick ‘n’ Thin!

Owners: Gary and Brandon Regehr 4355 Cow Creek Road | Bonners Ferry, Idaho | 208.267.1330

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6371 Kootenai Street Bonner Port Mall 208.267.0891

Holly is a Junior at Bonners Ferry High School. Her favorite food is spaghetti. In her free time she enjoys writing.

Summer is her favorite season because it’s warm and pretty. Holly loves Christmas and getting together with her family is the best part.

Full Service Salon!

Bring this ad in for $10 off any color service! Expires 01/31/12

Hair • Nails • Tanning 6451 McCall Street, Suite A 208.267.1170

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TEACHER OF THE MONTH: MR. ANDERSON

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r. Anderson has been a teacher at Bonners Ferry High School for 27 years! He enjoys Kayaking the lakes and Rivers of Boundary County when he’s not teaching his students.

Chay Kittel, Austin Lethrud and Carly Haworth had many positive things to say about Mr. Anderson. They actually look forward to going to his class everyday.

Some things the students enjoy about him are his facial expressions, energy, how he lets them express themselves, how he cares and how he is just brilliant!

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“I am nothing without my students” —Mr. Anderson

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Boundary Tractor & Yamaha

RENTALS 6632 S. Main Bonners Ferry | 208.267.5571

Tools // Equipment // Excavators

Dinner

WATERFRONT DINING

Yamaha: We feature a complete line of Yamaha fun toys, lawn care products, riding mowers, generators, etc. for the home.

Lewiston Livestock Market Where your cattle always bring more.

FRESH SEAFOOD, STEAKS, SALADS BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK YEAR ROUND

SANDPOINT, IDAHO

58 BRIDGE STREET AT CITY BEACH | 208.255.7558 WWW.TRINITYATCITYBEACH.COM

1.800.473.3406 Clay Bickford 208.791.5090 Tony Seubert 208.305.7172

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Calendar of Events

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DECEMBER 15TH, 2011 - JANUARY 15TH, 2012 EVENTS

December 16, 18 - Christmas Comes for Everyone. It’s a Bonners Ferry holiday tradition of nearly fifty years! Christmas is ushered into our community on the wings of song! On Friday, December 16 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, December 18 at 3 p.m., the Bonners Ferry Community Choir and Swingin’ on a Star: the BF Children’s choir, come together to present, “Christmas Comes for Everyone” at Trinity Lutheran Church, just off Highway 95 on Cody Street in Bonners Ferry. A $10 donation will be gladly accepted at the

The Badger’s Den Cafe & Latte

6551 Main Street • Bonners Ferry, Idaho (208) 267-1486

Tanning & Espresso Hours Mon-Fri: 5:30am to 6:30pm Sat: 5:30am to 4:00pm Sun: 5:30am to 2:00pm

Restaurant Hours 6:00am to 2:00pm 7 days a week

Wi-Fi Friendly!

SERVING BOUNDARY COUNTY SINCE 1978

J.R.S. SURVEYING INC. JAMES R. “DICK” STAPLES

CONSTRUCTION SURVEYS • BOUNDARIES SUBDIVISIONS • PLANNING GPS SURVEYS • HAZMAT CERTIFIED 2006744-1110

Professional Land Surveyor Idaho - Montana 1-888-288-8736 6476 S. Main Bonners Ferry, ID (208) 267-7555

PROUD SUPPORTERS OF OUR VETERANS!

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108 E. 9th St. Ste. 6 Libby, MT (406) 293-5059

door. A reception will follow the performance.

first race in the Schweitzer Nordic Series and promises to be a ton of fun!

December 17 - Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Come enjoy this Christmas classic, FREE, at the Rex Theater. Included with the movie is a free kids drink and popcorn, a visit with Santa Claus, and a bike raffle. Showtimes are 11:30am and 2pm. 208.267.2682

December 17 - Bamboo Room Crafts.

This will be the last card class of the year at 64 Automation Lane in Bonners Ferry beginning at 10am. A perfect opportunity to make Christmas cards! Give us a call and sign up for the class. 208.290.1483

December 17 - Gingerbread Winter Village. Come ring in the season with a live tree dedication in memory of Dick Kelson at 11am, followed by movies at the REX Theater at 11:30am and 2pm. Christmas Carolers will share the spirit of giving; sharing their beautiful voices with the gift of song throughout the day. Come enjoy the merchants beautifully decorated window displays while enjoying various activities and presentations. Complete your day with a tour of the Gingerbread Winter Village Display open to the public at the Museum from 10am-4pm on December 16th and 17th.

December 17 - Great Scott Race. The Great Scott cross country ski race is the

December 17, 21, 25 & January 1 - Tubing/Zipline. Come visit Schweitzer with two lanes of tubing fun and two side by side ziplines. Hermit’s Hollow will be open for some incredible adventure (conditions permitting). Call the Activity Center at 208.255.3081 for more information.

December 19 - Last day to Sponsor a Child or Family. Care and Share program.

Over 250 kids. Everything stays in Bonners Ferry to help a local family or child.

You can donate at Mountain West Bank or Wells Fargo. For more information call Linda Lederhas at 208.290.1483.

December 20 - Pearl Theater Carol Sing Along. It is the first in what is bound to become a tradition, a community carol sing along at 6:00 pm at the Pearl Theater.

The sing along will be led by the award winning Bonners Ferry Children’s Choir: “Swingin’ on a Star”. Bring the whole family for an evening of hot chocolate,

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December 16 - 17 - Christmas Dinner Dance. The Great Northwest Territories located just 1 mile east of Naples, Idaho on Mountain Meadow Road, is welcoming back by popular demand this years Christmas Dinner Dance, with performances

by The Copper Mountain Band. This year they are here for two nights! Tickets are $28.00 each which includes tax and gratuity. Along with the dance comes your choice of a sumptuous prime rib steak or chicken cordon bleu dinner. This is a great way to say thank you to your employees for a years work well done. Let us put you on our list. Call Brenda at 208.946.0222

Downtown Coeur d’ Alene

Friday, Saturday Open at 10am Sunday 12-4

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7160 MAIN STREET DOWNTOWN BONNERS FERRY

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DECEMBER AND JANUARY EVENTS Christmas delights, and singing all of our favorite carols together. Tickets are $5 at the door or $17 for families.

December 20 - Moonlight Snowshoe Hike. Hike through majestic old growth forests on Schweitzer under a beautiful winter starry sky with our activities hosts from 6-9pm.

208.255.3081 December 25 - Have a very Merry Christmas!

December 31 - New Year’s Eve Celebration!

New Year’s Eve is on a Saturday night this year! Come join us and celebrate the new year in style at the Coeur d’Alene Resort!

Visit www.cdaresort.com for resort accomodations!

January 6 through 27 - Starlight Junior Race Series. Local race series every Friday night in January.

January 7 - Winter Trails Day. Come breath in the outdoors and enjoy complimentary cross country ski trail and snowshoe trail access up on Schweitzer Mountain Resort.

January 7 - Free Class! 9:30am at Bee Fit Studio. Eliminate cellulite and poor eating habits! 6451 McCall St. Suite B. Call Julie Smith at 208.255.9956 or email healthjules@gmail.com.

January 12 - Open Mic Night. Come enjoy a night of food, drinks, and entertain-

ment at Mugsys, 7161 Main Street, at 7pm.

January 13 - Live Music. Come experience the sounds of Back Adit at Papa Bryds on 6371 Kootenai Street at the Bonner Port Mall from 6-9pm. 208.267.0891 January 16 - Celebrate Diversity. Friends of the Arts & the Boundary County Human Rights Task Force are coming together to celebrate diversity.

Celebrate our differences through the arts and honor the rights of all people from 2-4pm at the Bonners Ferry High School Auditorium. 208.267.5763

BONNERS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Girls Basketball: C-Team 12/15 - Sandpoint, Home @ 4:30pm 1/3 - Timberlake, Home @ 4:30pm 1/6 - Lakeland, Home @ 4:30pm 1/10 - Clark Fork JV, Home @ 6pm 1/12 - Moscow, Away @ 5:45pm Girls Basketball: JV Team 12/15 - Sandpoint, Home @ 6pm 12/20 - Deer Park, Home @ 2pm 12/28 - Timberlake Trny., Away @ TBA 12/29 - Timberlake Trny., Away @ TBA 1/3 - Timberlake, Home @ 6pm 1/6 - Lakeland, Home @ 6pm 1/7 - Coeur d’Alene Fr., Home @ 2pm 1/10 - Clark Fork V, Home @ 7:30pm 1/12 - Moscow, Away @ 4pm

Girls Basketball: Varsity Team 12/16 - Sandpoint, Away @ 6pm 12/20 -Deer Park, Home @ 5pm 12/28 - Timberlake Trny., Away @ TBA 12/29 - Timberlake Trny., Away @ TBA 1/3 - Timberlake, Home @ 7:30pm 1/6 - Lakeland, Home @ 7:30pm 1/7 - Coeur d’Alene JV, Home @ 4pm 1/12 - Moscow, Away @ 7:30pm Boys Basketball: C-Team 12/15 - Sandpoint, Home (MS) @ 4:30pm 1/12 - Moscow, Away @ 7:30pm Boys Basketball: JV Team 12/15 - Sandpoint, Home @ 7:30pm 12/20 - Deer Park, Home @ 3:30pm 12/28 - Timberlake Trny., Away @ TBA 12/29 - Timberlake Trny., Away @ TBA 1/5 - Clark Fork, Away @ 6pm 1/12 - Moscow, Away @ 4pm Boys Basketball: Varsity Team 12/16 - Sandpoint, Away @ 8pm 12/20 - Deer Park, Home @ 6:30pm 12/28 - Timberlake Trny., Away @ TBA 12/29 - Timberlake Trny., Away @ TBA 1/5 - Clark Fork, Away @ 7:30pm 1/12 - Moscow, Away @ 5:45pm Wrestling 12/16—12/17 - Tri-State at NIC @ 10am 12/17 - Lakeland JV Trny. Time/Place TBA. 12/28 - St.Maries, Home @ 12pm 1/5 - Sandpoint. Time/Place TBA. 1/13--1/14 - Rocky Mtn. Classic (Missoula). Time TBA.

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Treva Rawlings, LCPC Office:

208.263.1524

1123 North Division Street Sandpoint, Idaho 83864

www.TheBridgeAtSandpoint.com

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LOCAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY Automotive

Riverside Auto Center New and Used Auto Sales, Parts, Service & Body Shop Open Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm. Sat 8am-3pm 6471 Bonner Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.3100 or 800.235.4103

Beams and Flooring

Thick ‘n’ Thin All builders, remodelers, do-it-yourself-ers! Let Gary and Brandon at THICK ‘N’ THIN BEAMS and FLOORING, your hometown sawmill, quickly and competently produce that specialty beam, one of a kind flooring or unique siding to complete your project YOUR WAY! Owners: Gary and Brandon Regehr 4355 Cow Creek Road Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.1330

Clothing

The Boardwalk 7160 Main Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.3313 Libby’s Closet Your family clothing store.

Infant through adult sizes.

320 Mineral Avenue Libby, Montana 59923 406.293.9295 Shoes N Socks Etc. We carry Dansko, Merrell, Keen, New Balance, Columbia, Mtn Hardware, Sorel and Naot.

308 Mineral Avenue Libby, Montana 59923 406.293.SHOE

Daycare

Holly’s Preschool and Daycare hdpfamily@hughes.net 208.597.4306

Financial Advising

Edward Jones Financial Advisor Kevin R. Collos, AAMS 6797 Eisenhower Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.5664

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Furniture

Becks Furniture 6443 McCall Street 1.888.267.0914 or 208.267.7267 Managhan’s Furniture Inc. Low prices to fit any budget.

403 Mineral Avenue Libby, Montana 59923 406.293.2702

Grooming

Doggy Doo Dog & Cat Grooming Where dirty dogs dig the doo!

120 Selkirk Street Moyie Springs, Idaho 208.267.7860

Internet

EL Internet Northwest 64 Automation Lane Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.946.4147

Insurance

Community Title 6607 Main Street 208.267.6500 1.866.996.6500 www.CommunityTitleCo.com

Landscape

Medical

Chiropractic Care Dr. Pamela Svec, D.C 6514 Main Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.7355

Quilting

Callie’s Niche Mending & Alterations www.calliesniche.com 6429 Bonner Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.1583

Salon

Mane Street Hair Hair, nails & tanning.

Full service salon.

6451 McCall Street, Suite A Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.1170

Sporting Goods

Libby Sports Center We carry a full line of sporting goods, shoes and clothes. libbysportscenter@frontiernet.net 204 West 9th Street Libby, Montana 59923 406.293.4641

Horizon Landscape & Nursery www.horizonlandscapenursery.com 60 Moyie Street Moyie Springs, Idaho 208.267.8915

Variety Store/Scrapbooking

Massage & Spa

Huckleberry Variety North Idaho’s biggest little variety store!

Things for everyday and those special occasions. Shop here for value and selection!

7214 Main Street 208.267.3286

Bamboo Room Day Spa 100 Highway 95 North Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.6407 Raindrop Technique Therapy Julie: 208.255.9956 Cecil: 208. 946.6381

Bamboo Room Scrapbooking & Crafts 63 Automation Lane Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.290.1483

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HUCKLEBERRY VARIETY & BAMBOO ROOM CRAFTS

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n Main Street in beautiful Bonners Ferry you will find a shopping gem. A true variety store, Huckleberry Variety has over 5,000 square feet of something for everyone! Their friendly, helpful staff will greet you with a smile and help you find what you are looking for. They carry a large variety of items from holiday and seasonal decorations, party supplies, housewares and pet items to gift items, cards, fine candies and much, much more. And top brands too! Camille Beckman lotions, Melissa & Doug toys, Colonial Candles, Tag, Leanin’ Tree & Abdullah just to name a few. For variety and value, find what you need at Huckleberry Variety.

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Christmas!

amboo Room Crafts, every craft lover’s dream.

Located a mile and a half past 3 mile and then take a right on automation lane. When you enter this quaint little craft store you will be greeted by J.T. wagging his tail and eager to help you with your every craft need. J.T will show you everything you could possibly imagine for your crafts projects, including the $15,000 in variety of paper products they carry in their inventory and many other little extras. You will be amazed at what you can find at the Bamboo Craft Room. They offer classes on making cards as well as scrapbook pages and much more!

If J.T. can’t seem to help fetch what you are looking for, then Linda or Carol would be more than happy to help you find exactly what you need and show you how to use it! At the Bamboo Craft room not only will you find everything you could possibly imagine for a great price they guarantee they will match or beat “Michael’s Craft Store” prices.

Stop in to say hello to Linda and Carol and shake hands with J.T. The personal service they have to offer you is like no other. For your every craft need or for more information call Linda at 208.290.1483.

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Christmas Fun

How many chimney does Father Christmas go down?

Stacks!

What do snowmen eat for breakfast?

Snowflakes!

Why does Santa have three gardens?

So he can ho-ho-ho!

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hey look so pretty on a tree! There are many fun, easy ways to make them! You can cut circles out of Christmas cards, construction paper, or magazines and stick them to string with stickers or tape. You can even use those pesky address labels that come in the mail! Stringing buttons is always fun.

Waxed dental floss is great for this because it’s easy to poke through the holes. Be sure to tie them or go through two holes to keep space between the buttons. Felt scraps and beads strung on yarn also make a nice garland.

And, of course, popcorn and cranberries. Remember to always use caution with young children around scissors and choking hazards. Crafts are a great way to bring the family together!

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Where do snowmen go to dance?

Snowballs!

Why was Santa’s little helper depressed?

He had low ELF esteem!

What do you get when you cross a snowman with a shark?

Frostbite!

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What do you have in December that you don’t have in any other month?

The letter “D”!

What does Father Christmas suffer from if he gets stuck in a chimney?

Santa Claustrophobia!

Why does Father Christmas go down the chimney?

Because it soots him!

Where do you find reindeer?

It depends on where you leave them!

What do snowmen eat for lunch?

Icebergers!

What do reindeer have that no other animals have?

Baby reindeer!

<<< < < < Owen, 4 Years Old Have you been good or bad this year?

“Good boy!”

Sydney, 5 Years Old Have you been good or bad this year?

“I have been good!”

How does Santa get into your house?

“He goes down the chimney.”

How does Santa get into your house?

“His reindeer and Santa Claus is on it and they go super fast!”

What do reindeer eat?

“Um, I’m not sure.”

What do reindeer eat?

“Carrots.”

Gaden, 5 Years Old Have you been good or bad this year?

“Good and bad.”

How does Santa get into your house?

“Um, I don’t know. I want a monster truck.”

What do reindeer eat?

“Grass. Reindeer eat grass.”

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Manage Your Money Carefully This Holiday Season EDWARD JONES: FINANCIAL FOCUS

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s you know, the holiday season can be joyous, hectic, celebratory — and expensive.

And while you certainly enjoy hosting family gatherings and giving presents to your loved ones, you’ll find these things even more pleasurable if they don’t add a lot more weight to your debt load. And that’s why you’ll want to follow some smart money-management techniques over the next few weeks.

To begin with, try to establish realistic budgets for both your entertaining and your gift giving. When you host family and friends, don’t go overboard on your expenditures. Your guests will still appreciate your efforts, which, with a little creativity, can create a welcoming and fun experience for everyone. As a guiding principal, keep in mind these words attributed to Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, the famous German poet and philosopher: “What you can do without, do without.” Set a budget and stick to it.

And the same rule applies to your gifting. You don’t need to find the most expensive presents, or overwhelm recipients with the sheer volume of your gifts.

This is especially true if you, like so many people, have been affected by the tough economy. Everyone you know will understand that gifts don’t have to be lavish to be meaningful.

Furthermore, by sticking to a budget, you won’t be tempted to dip into your long-term investments to pay for fabulous parties or mountains of gifts. It’s never a good idea to tap long-term investments for short-term needs, but can be especially bad when your investment prices are down, as they may well be this year.

So, if you want to stick to a budget but you don’t want to raid your investments, how can you pay for your holiday season expenses? If you can spread out your purchases, you may be able to pay for them from your normal cash flow. But if that’s not possible, you might want to consider “plastic” — your credit card. Using your credit card does not, by itself, need to amount to a financial setback, especially if you’ve chosen a card that offers favorable terms and you’ve already shown the discipline not to over-use that card. Just try to minimize your credit card usage over the holidays and pay off your card as soon as you can.

Of course, you can make your holiday season much easier, financially speaking, if you’ve set up a holiday fund to cover your various expenses. While it’s too late to set up such a fund this year, why not get an early start on the 2012 holiday season? All you need to do is put away some money each month into an easily accessible account, separate from your everyday accounts. You don’t have to put in a great deal, but you do need to be consistent, which is why you may want to have the money moved automatically, once a month, from your checking or savings account to your holiday fund. When next year’s holiday season rolls around, you might be pleasantly surprised by how much you’ve accumulated.

But for now, following some common-sense money management practices can help you get through the holiday season in financial shape — and that type of result can get your new year off to a positive start.

This article was written by Edward Jones and submitted by Kevin R. Callos, Financial Advisor for Edward Jones.

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