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ON THE TOWN · JULY 11-16 Three sailors on a 24-hour shore leave in New York City find three high-spirited women in an unforgettable adventure. The soaring score by Leonard Bernstein features “Lonely Town” and “New York, New York.”

9 TO 5 · JULY 25-30 A hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the office place, based on the hit 1980 movie, featuring the Tony Award-nominated score by Dolly Parton including the Grammy Award®-winning title song.

DAMN YANKEES · AUGUST 8-13 A devilishly clever multi Tony Award-winning Best Musical that any baseball fan will appreciate. Mega-fan Joe Boyd trades his soul to lead his beloved Washington Senators to victory over the New York Yankees, only to realize the true worth of the life he left behind.

SISTER ACT · AUGUST 22-27 Based on the hit 1992 film, this uplifting musical comedy is a sparkling tribute to the universal power of sisterhood, with a score by Tony and Oscar®-winning composer Alan Menken. Features the songs “Take Me To Heaven” and “Raise Your Voice.”

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the holidays can present any number of emergencies:

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What to get tricky people on your list

navigating interpersonal relationships

the in-laws decided to visit this year — and they want to stay with you. the glistening glazed ham you spent hours on just went up in smoke. You finally got around to gift wrapping and apparently there’s no more Scotch tape AnYWHere in the entire house!

And then it’s christmas eve and oh crap, you forgot a present for uncle Johnny …

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stay calm. We’re going to get you through this.

Making festive spaces

sHoppinG How to shop (and not drop)

this year, we present you, our stressed-out reader, with a Holiday Survival guide. We interviewed the experts for useful answers to common holiday queries such as “How do i wrap presents?” “Where can i take out-of-town guests?” and “How do i survive awkward conversations with relatives?”

So when uncle Johnny starts talking about politics over your still-smoldering ham dinner,

Holiday spirit

now you’ll know what to do.

food & drink

Where to find it

eat + drink = merry

desiGners Sarah Hansel, Serene lusano

editor michelle carl

sales coordinator Joanna graves

ad desiGn Kyle Shine, Skyler Smith

Writers Kate gonzales, Anne Stokes

desiGn services ManaGer lindsay trop

director of advertisinG and sales corey gerhard

sales Angel de la o, Stephanie Johnson, matt Kjar, paul mcguinness, rosemarie messina, Wendy russell, olla Swanson, Joy Webber, manushi Weerasinghe, Kelsi White

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How to respond to Holiday decoratinG muscle strains

so you threw out your back trying to put that star at the top of the tree. massage therapy can help work out any kinks that holiday decorating may cause.

At oak park Healing Arts center, two massage therapists are on staff to soothe you. Yoga can also be a great way to keep both body and mind in healthy balance, so try one of their gentle or restorative yoga sessions to help ease aches and pains from holiday stress. owner Jennifer cox says that her vision is to make yoga accessible to everyone. “Having a yoga practice, or any mindfulness practice, can carry you through any kind of storm,” she says. ➤➤Oak Park Healing Arts Center, 3101 33rd St., Sacramento, 916-856-9539, www.oakparkhealingarts.com

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How to impress judGe-y House Guests

Since they already have it all, consider giving them an experience, like tickets to live musical theater.

“Whatever the occasion, spending a night on the town seeing a Broadway show can make the ideal gift for the person in your life who already has everything on their list,” says Sara Hanson, assistant director of marketing and public relations for california musical theatre, which produces the Broadway Sacramento series at the community center theater and music circus as the Wells Fargo pavilion.

Broadway Sacramento's upcoming season is filled with iconic productions including irving B erlin’s “White christmas,” a national tour of “Kinky Boots” with songs by pop icon cyndi lauper, “A gentleman’s guide to love & murder,” “the Bodyguard” and Andrew lloyd Webber’s “the phantom of the opera.”

For the hardcore musical theater lovers, season tickets may be the way to go, with big savings over single shows and preferred seating availability. ~ Anne StokeS

if your in-laws just announced that they'll be staying with you for the holidays, a deep cleaning of your house is in order. to wash all your bedding, table linens and other bulky items quickly, a laundromat may be the best bet. check out love laundry, where washing definitely seems like less of a chore. “other laundromats may be unattended, there’s no staff there, or equipment is broken,” says owner and manager Starla Wahnsiedler. “With ours, someone is there to help you right away.” they take cash or plastic and the dry cycle is free with every wash! You can do it yourself and enjoy the clean facilities, free wi-fi and lcd televisions while you wait or drop off your dirty clothes and pick them up sorted, clean and folded — all you have to do is put it away when you get home and accept the compliments on your fresh-smelling linens. ~ Anne StokeS

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that $3.99 tube of paper sure looked like it had enough glittery snowmen to ensconce all of your gifts, but alas, the roll is empty and you have one more present to wrap! the Japanese have found a solution: furoshiki, the traditional art of wrapping with cloth. local fabric artists pixeladies (deb cashatt and Kris Sazaki) have written a book on the technique and tout its benefits as a reusable, eco-friendly way to wrap presents with stuff you may already have around the house.

Another perk: “You can wrap the gift according to its shape, so you don’t need to go looking for extra boxes,” Sazaki says. Finally, a way to wrap footballs and other odd-shaped items! dig around your closets and look for napkins, scarves, sheets or handkerchiefs that can be repurposed. if it’s a square, it’s fair game for furoshiki.

Beginners can try the “basic carry wrap” (see illustration). For more advanced tips and tricks, pick up their book. ~ Michelle carl ➤➤“Furoshiki Fabric Wraps: Simple Reusable - Beautiful” is available by e-mailing info@pixeladies.com

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How to find tHe best wine You can start your search for the perfect wine to pair with your christmas ham, turkey or tofurky at clarksburg’s old Sugar mill. Just 15 minutes from downtown Sacramento, it houses 13 different winery tasting rooms all under one roof, so you’re sure to find something to suit your taste. Ask the experts for their recommendations on what will go well with your dinner menu and try before you buy. Wines run from $8 to $75, so while you’re there, pick up a bottle or two for those on your "nice" list. ~ Anne StokeS ➤➤Old Sugar Mill, 35265 Willow Ave., Clarksburg, 916-744-1615, oldsugarmill.com

wHat to do wHen you don't want to cook dinner After a long day cavorting around town, the last thing you want to do is cook dinner. recharge your energy at pizza rock. pies run the gamut from a minimalist margherita (one of their most popular) to the loaded Sacramento — and are sure to satisfy everyone in your group. if a sweet treat is what you’re looking for, bring in a new, unwrapped toy between nov. 2 and Jan. 2 and get a free Snickerdoodle dessert! if you’re shopping in the ‘burbs, swing by Sterling Bridges in carmichael for some fun. relax and watch the game on one of a dozen tvs, shoot some pool or throw a few darts. each night features a different special, including taco tuesdays and geeks who drink trivia on Wednesdays. ~ Anne StokeS ➤➤Pizza Rock, 1020 K St., Sacramento, 916-737-5777, www.pizzarocksacramento.com or Sterling Bridges, 5220 Manzanita Ave., Carmichael, 916-800-1405, sbsportsbarandgrill.com

How to sHop for last-minute Gifts We all have that friend who proudly announces on Facebook that they’re done with holiday shopping before thanksgiving. then there’s the rest of us, desperately scrounging drug store aisles on the 24th. luckily, technology is here with a last-minute save. Sign them up for one of the myriad monthly subscriptions online: loot crate (www. lootcrate.com) for the nerdy-at-heart, Birchbox (www.birchbox.com) for the makeup maven in your life, BarkBox (www.barkbox.com) for the petlovers … the options are endless. plus it’s the gift that keeps on giving, even after the holidays are over. print out proof of the subscription and stick it in a card (so it looks like you put some effort into it), and you're done! ~ Anne StokeS

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WHat to do WHen you set tHe Ham on fire

if you experience a culinary mishap this holiday, remain calm and head to your local grocery store for a replacement dinner.

Kp international market in rancho cordova is open on christmas day from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for any last-minute emergencies. Whether you just forgot one thing or you need to start again from scratch, odds are you can find what you’re looking for amongst their cornucopia of American, european, Hispanic and Asian food items and produce. or if you give up and want someone else to do the cooking, there’s also an international food court in the same building. everyone is going to have the cuttlefish tempura for christmas dinner — and they’re going to like it! ~Anne StokeS ➤➤KP International Market, 10971 Olson Drive, Rancho Cordova, 916-853-8000, sac.kpinternationalmarket.com

HoW to survive tHe mall if you decided to brave the mall, being prepared is crucial to surviving the yuletide horde. make a list, check it twice and brainstorm at least two gift ideas per person. Shop either early or late in the day. malls stay open later during the holiday season, so take advantage of some after-work shopping and avoid weekends like the plague. if you dare venture outside the day after thanksgiving, download a couple of Black Friday apps to help you compare doorbuster deals.

Stay organized and keep on track. ~ Anne StokeS

HoW to make a CHristmas playlist You’ve got 30 guests coming in 60 minutes and zero holiday songs to play. Yikes! if you spent too much time cooking and not enough time curating the perfect holiday playlist for your party, dimple records co-owner dilyn radakovitz suggests these tunes, which you won’t constantly hear on the radio this season. Quick! Hop on Youtube and make a playlist before your friends arrive! ~kAte GonzAleS "Banjo Christmas medley" — Bela Fleck &

"Winter Wonderland" — Jason Mraz

The Flecktones

"santa Claus is Comin' to town" — Dave Brubeck

"oh Come, oh Come emmanuel" —

Quartet

Joshua James

"let it snow" — Michael Bublé

"no Christmas for me" — Zee Avi

"only you Can Bring me Cheer" — Alison Krauss

"love Came down at Christmas" — Jars of Clay

"mr. Heatmiser" — Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

"silver Bells" — Gavin DeGraw

"Christmas song" — Ella Fitzgerald

"Come thou fount of every Blessing" —

"river" — Herbie Hancock & Corinne Bailey Rae

Sufjan Stevens

"How many kings" — Downhere

"o Come all ye faithful" — Third Day

"Holy, Holy, Holy" — Sufjan Stevens

"Winter song" — Sara Bareiles &

"Have yourself a merry little Christmas" — Hem

Ingrid Michaelson

"Good king Wenceslas" — Mel Torme

"someday at Christmas" — Jack Johnson

"auld lang syne" — James Taylor

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How to avoid tHe mall if you’re tired of going to the mall, have the shopping come to you and check out Wild poppy & co. “We are a complete boutique inside a 24-foot truck,” says Jacqueline greene, who co-founded the shop along with friend cory pensky. “We offer women’s clothing, shoes, accessories, including locally handmade jewelry, hats, scarves, you name it — just a little bit of everything inside the truck, including a dressing room.” the truck can be found at weekly SactomoFo events or grab a bunch of friends and reserve them for your own private shopping party! We promise you won’t miss the cinnabon. ~ Anne StokeS ➤➤Wild Poppy & Co., 916-500-3079, shopwildpoppy.com

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tim rood, a local licensed marriage and family therapist, says your relatives’ character flaws can make for some unpleasant holiday gatherings, especially when the alcohol comes out and the filters go away. to avoid confrontations, rood says to stick to a simple “i” message, as in “i prefer not to talk about this.” Being prepared for these conversations can bring peace of mind, so rehearse what you’re going to say if Aunt Betty starts critiquing your parenting skills. if the adults are getting too toxic, rood suggests you go play legos with the kids and enjoy being in the moment.

And if it gets really bad, have a preplanned exit and don’t feel bad. “the bottom line is you and your mental, spiritual and physical health,” rood says. “choose your time for you.” ~ Michelle cArl

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wHere to find tamales You’d best find a tamale hook-up and get your order in before they sell out! At la esperanza Bakery and Store, choose from chicken, beef, pork or vegetarian. they’re $12 for a dozen ($15 for the vegetarian) and orders start to roll in by mid-november. According to Supervisor Jorge plasencia, the secret is in the sauce.

“We use a mixture of spices and chili pods that give it a pretty good taste,” he says. “And we’re pretty famous for our masa.” cielito lindo is another tamale hotspot with pork, chicken, cheese with poblano pepper, vegetarian and sweet varieties. order now or live without.

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➤➤Cielito Lindo, 3672 J St., Sacramento, 916-736-2506, or La Esperanza Bakery and Store, 5028 Franklin Blvd., Sacramento, 916-455-0215

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Jenn Brian, the self-professed Queen of dating, says the best thing to do is pack your calendar with social events that get you out of the house and meeting new people. “dating is a numbers game, so the more opportunities you put yourself out there, the better the odds that you’re going to meet someone,” she says. to that end, check out her fourth annual christmas lights and party Bus extravaganza! it’s two hours of fun — cocktails included! — benefiting the Active 20-30 club of Sacramento. And hey, maybe you’ll end up meeting someone special beside the glow of that giant, inflatable Santa! ~ Anne StokeS

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someone who needs a mini-vacation

Island Soap & Candle Works soaps, lotions, shampoos and salve

$4-14

Swanbergs on J, 2316 J St., Sacramento, 916-447-6284, swanbergsformen.com

Send them on an olfactory Hawaiian vacation with these luxurious smelling Hawaiian botanical soaps and lotions.

kids with a sweet tooth

Shaved snow gift card

$4-10

Vampire Penguin, various locations, 916-553-4197 (K Street), www.vampirepenguin.com

Enjoy the snow without leaving town! Try something on their specialty menu or create your own concoction of flavors and toppings.

the movie lover

A trip to the movies

Crest Theater, 1013 K St., Sacramento, 916-442-7378, www.crestsacramento. com

This downtown theater is the place to see silver screen idols, '80s cult movies and anime masterpieces as well as live shows and beloved holiday classics.

the pet lover

Dog wash card

Incredible Pets, 5030 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, 916-451-1199, www.incredpets.com

Let them pamper their pup at the self-service dog wash stations while someone else does the clean up!

the sports fan

Sacramento Republic FC gear

$10-80

Sacramento Republic FC Team Store, 2421 17th St., Sacramento, 916-3076138, www.sacrepublicfc.com

Let them show off their home team pride with official Republic Football Club sweatshirts, jackets, hats, scarves or even a collar for their canine.

the coffee lover

Joyride house blend

$16 for 12-ounce bag

Seasons Coffee Roasters, 1717 19th St., Sacramento, 916-692-9285, seasonscoffee.us

This medium-body house blend is a favorite at local cafés and is a good start to a joyful day.

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Broadway Coffee long- or short-sleeved T-shirts

Broadway Coffee, 3200 Broadway, Sacramento, 916-594-9058, www.broadwaycoffeecompany.com

Keep warm inside and out and wear your Oak Park pride on your sleeve!

the budding artist

Assorted art sets

University Art, 2601 J St., Sacramento, 916-443-5721, www.universityart.com

Whether it’s for a novice creative or an experienced artist, give them the tools to unleash their creativity.

the health nut

Almond gift 6-pack

Blue Diamond Almonds, 1701 C St, Sacramento, 916-446-8439, www.bluediamond.com

Stuff their stockings with a spicy sampler of Sriracha, wasabi, habanero and jalapeno flavored almonds for a healthy snack with a kick!

for the zen friend

Monthly tea subscription

Classy Hippie Tea Co., 2600 21st St., Sacramento, 916-235-3243, www.classyhippieteaco.com

Keep them steeped in relaxation with monthly tea deliveries.

the country music lover

Country Artists Tribute Show tickets

$32-42

Harrah’s Reno, 219 North Center St., Reno, NV., 1-855-CEI-SHOW, www. caesars.com/harrahs-reno

Enjoy tributes to Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney and Jason Aldean in a patriotic extravaganza that runs through February 26. Get a room and make it a weekend!

the oenophile

Holiday sampler 3-pack, pinot 2-pack or barbera 2-pack

$32-57.80

Boeger Winery, 1709 Carson Road, Placerville, 530-622-8094, www. boegerwinery.com

Don’t be that guest who comes to dinner empty-handed — bring a bottle of white, red or both!

someone with allergies

Himalayan salt lamp

$39-49

Heavenly Salt Spa, 3325 Folsom Blvd., 916-455-1525, www.heavenlysaltspa.com

Let them breathe easy with a mini at-home halotherapy (or salt treatment) session.

the dapper dan

Corpse reviver straight razor shave

$40

Bottle and Barlow, 1120 R St., Sacramento, 916-379-7719, bottleandbarlow.com

Get him pampered and liquored up at the same time! This deluxe shave includes a shot of Fernet-Branca, a drink from the on-site bar, and cucumbers (for his eyes of course).

geeky parents

Sci-fi diapers

$40-42

Seams Geeky, www.seams-geeky.com

When you combine cosplay and parenthood, you get these reusable cloth diapers that grow with kids through potty training and feature geeky designs like Star Trek, Doctor Who, Firefly, My Little Pony and more.

the stressed out

Spa treatments

$59-110

Mellow Me Out Day Spa, 3421 Arden Way, Sacramento, 916-482-2772, mellowmeout.com

Indulge them in a decadent day of massages, facials and maybe a mud wrap.

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according to the u.s. environmental protection agency, sea ice at the North pole is at its smallest and thinnest in recorded history, a frightening climate change indicator that also puts a real damper on santa's operations. this holiday, get on mother earth's "nice" list. Bring your own reusable containers to refill madness and fill them up with eco-friendly and biodegradable products like soap, lotions, shampoos, laundry detergents, all-purpose kitchen cleaners and much more. “our customers can really make the holidays more environmentally friendly by giving the gift of refills [and] removing thousands of single-use plastic containers from the waste stream and environment,” says owner Sloane read. ~ Anne StokeS ➤➤Refill Madness, 1828 29th St., Sacramento, 916-382-4823, www.refillmadness.net

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How to spice up cHristmas if you’re looking to up the wow factor on a few old recipes, you can spice things up with actual spices. Allspicery in midtown has everything from the basic (basil) to the obscure (asafoetida). the foodie hotspot carries herbs, spices, salts, sugars and chilies sourced from around the world, as well as conveniently packaged house-made blends. don’t know what you’re looking for? “our staff is always happy to make spice recommendations for various meals and ingredients as needed,” says owner Heather Wong. “We love talking about food!” one sure way to impress your holiday guests? try mulled wine or cider with Allspicery’s mulling spice blend. plus it will make your home smell like the holidays! ~ Anne StokeS ➤➤Allspicery, 1125 11th St., 916-389-7282, www.allspicery.com

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How to sHow your kids tHe true meaninG of tHe season when your child hands you a detailed list of all the electronic gadgets and toys they want from santa, it’s time to show them the true meaning of the season: giving.

Kids can relate to other kids, so have them turn their attention to less fortunate children in our community. loaves & Fishes’ mustard Seed School provides a safe, nurturing and structured environment for children whose families struggle with homelessness. Have your child pick out a new, unwrapped toy to donate to their christmas giveaway, which provides hundreds of children from babies to teens with warm clothes and presents. they also provide holiday outings like ice skating or a trip to the movies, so gift cards for these experiences are greatly appreciated. ➤➤Mustard Seed School's Christmas Giveaway is accepting donations of new, unwrapped gifts before 12/16, visit www.sacloaves.org or call 916-524-8776

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“When you buy a diamond ring, you’re not just buying it for today,” he says. “You’re buying something that you can hopefully pass on to your daughter or granddaughter.”

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secret present stash sites, handwritten notes from “santa,” half-eaten cookies — parents go to great lengths to conceal “the truth” about st. nick.

Sacramento-based family columnist Kelli Wheeler (@momservations) remembers being paranoid her kids would find the special wrapping paper she used for Santa gifts: “i hid the Santa bows so well i never found them again!”

But if the kids catch you red-handed stuffing that stocking, Wheeler says you have to come clean: “He’s the spirit of the season, but you’ll still get Santa gifts.” “then empower them on it: You guys are the keepers of the secret and you have to help keep the spirit alive for other kids,” she says. then, there’s always the “gotta Believe to receive” policy. Wheeler says her kids, now 17 and 15, still love the magic of christmas morning even if they really know who’s doing the gifting.

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We know most of you will not be facing this dilemma this holiday (unless you live in a car commercial or something). But just in case you were wondering … those huge, red bows you see on cars around the holidays have a name: Jum-Bow. now you know. unless you work for a car dealership, it may be tough to know where to find a Jum-Bow to slap on the brand-new mercedes you bought. Fear not! We spoke with an insider at a local car dealership who says Sacramento shoppers can find Jum-Bows at Bpi custom printing. if you’re looking for a giant red Jum-Bow, swing by Bpi custom printing or, if you plan to buy a bunch of bows or bows in less-traditional colors, call in advance! ~ Kate Gonzales ➤➤BPI Custom Printing, 5520 Garfield Ave., open Monday through Friday, call 916-334-3030 to place advance orders

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to your dog or cat, holiday decorations are just new things to chew on. robert H. poppenga, a professor of veterinary toxicology with the uc davis School of veterinary medicine, says common holiday items that can be hazardous yet irresistible to pets include glass ornaments, poultry bones, and long, stringy things (like tinsel). the concern with these is cuts and intestinal blockages, so if your animal stops eating or isn’t passing stools in the hours or days following the incident, contact your vet. then there are toxic items, the most common of which is chocolate. Accord-

ing to poppenga, caffeine and theobromine are the dangerous ingredients in chocolate, so pay attention to the dose: A 70-pound lab that sneaks a milk chocolate Hershey Kiss may not warrant a trip to the vet, but a Yorkie who eats a bar of baker’s chocolate is in serious trouble.

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How to escape cHristmas if you need a place where you won't be surrounded by christmas music, decorations and peppermint-flavored everYtHing, capitol Floats may be it. visitors can shut themselves in an 8-by-8-by-5-foot room, float in skin-temperature salt water, and tune out the world for 60 minutes. owner ryan duey says sensory deprivation can get rid of the “chatter” in our brains, allowing us to focus on ourselves.

“We’re still unraveling the benefits,” he says. “i’m kind of amazed when a first-timer comes in and speaks to a new benefit they’ve tapped into.” these include pain management, stress reduction, self-growth and creativity. We’d add not having to hear paul mccartney’s “Wonderful christmastime” again to that list. ~ Michelle carl ➤➤Capitol Floats, 3513 Broadway, Sacramento, 916-739-1218, www.capitolfloats.com

How to wiN your office cookie bake-off Need help putting your holiday look together? that’s easy.

“When in doubt just wear sparkle,” says vanessa lopez, owner of Heart clothing Boutique. “Whether it’s earrings, a necklace, bracelet or shoes, it’s going to make your outfit look more complete.” if you just need that one chunky jewelry piece to pull everything together or a new head-to-toe look, they have something to get you holiday party-ready. this season, lopez says textures are in, so keep an eye out for velvet dresses, leather leggings and fur pieces. ~ anne StokeS

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We are not advocating that you cheat. We're just letting you know that Selland's market-cafe in east Sacramento has salted caramel sandwich cookies. Satisfy a sweet tooth and savory yen with these bite-size treasures: salted caramel sandwiched between two brown sugar butter cookies and topped with malden sea salt. “they are a favorite,” says Sheryl trapani, marketing director with Selland’s. “We’ve been told — and i would have to agree — they’re highly addictive.”

All of Selland’s market cafe bakery items are made fresh daily and in-house. pick them up for $1.75 each or $20 for a dozen. Judy in the biz office is going down! ~anne StokeS ➤➤Selland’s Market-Cafe, 5340 H St., Sacramento, 916-736-3333, www.sellands.com.

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if your tracking number says it was delivered, and it’s not on your porch, chances are a thief saw those “smiling” boxes and took off with your Cyber monday shopping haul.

According to the u.S. postal inspection Service, if you see a mail thief at work or if you believe your mail was stolen, call police immediately. then call postal inspectors at 877-876-2455 (press 3) or file a mail theft complaint at usps.com. prevent this holiday emergency by: • Having packages delivered to your office (which also circumvents snooping kids/spouses), • tracking and scheduling deliveries with services such as upS my choice, which gives you free delivery alerts and lets you reroute or reschedule deliveries for a fee, • delivering Amazon.com purchases to an Amazon locker located inside Sacramento-area Safeways and other locations. ~ Michelle cArl

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Mariachi Sol de México: Feliz Navidad: Mariachi Sol de México is a platinum selling band that’s been nominated for multiple Grammy awards, performed for four U.S. presidents and sold out venues from New York to Beijing. Tickets range from $25-$55, 7:30 p.m., Crest Theatre, 1013 K St. Sacramento, 916-476-3356, www.sblentertainment.com

A John Waters Christmas: The “Prince of Puke” himself, the legendary John Waters, brings his one-man show to Sacramento!

This show — definitely an adult-only affair — puts the “X in Xmas.” Tickets range from $36-$115, 8 p.m., Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento, 916-476-3356, www.crestsacramento.com

Holiday Boutique: Get all of your Black Friday shopping done and go wine tasting at the same time! Located 15 minutes away from downtown Sacramento, the Old Sugar Mill will have boutique and artisan vendors as well as cooking demonstrations, live music and food trucks in addition to the 13 winery tasting rooms that are there year-round. Free admission, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Old Sugar Mill, 35265 Willow Ave., Clarksburg, 916-7441615, oldsugarmill.com

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Sunday, nov. 27 Holiday Boutique (See Friday, Nov. 25)

4th Annual Christmas Light and Party Bus Extravaganza: Single? Dating? Taken? All are welcome on the Party Bus Extravaganza! Enjoy cocktails, meet new friends and take in the holiday lights. Proceeds benefit the Active 20-30 Club of Sacramento. $37.50, 7 p.m., board the bus in Downtown Sacramento, 916-546-8387, www.thequeenofdating.com

Saturday, dec. 3 Wine cooking demo and barrel tasting: Start your morning with a cooking demonstration and learn how to create culinary masterpieces with wine! Stick around for barrel tastings (there’s a new one each weekend).

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4th Annual Christmas Light and Party Bus Extravaganza (See Friday, Dec. 2) Handel’s Messiah: Capella Antiqua and the Valley Choral Society perform Handel’s choral masterpiece at the awe-inspiring Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament. $15 in advance, $20 at the door, 7:30 p.m., Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, 1017 11th St., Sacramento, www.sblentertainment.com

Saturday, dec. 10 Wine cooking demo and barrel tasting (See Saturday, Dec. 3) Holiday Magic: See how the animals at the Sacramento Zoo celebrate the holidays. Watch the animals open presents and enjoy treats throughout the day and staff will be on hand to answer questions, share facts and secrets about them. Bring a non-perishable food item and get $1 off admission. $11.75 adult admission, $7.75 child admission, $11 senior admission, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sacramento Zoo, 3930 West Land Park Drive, Sacramento, 916-808-5888, www.saczoo.org

Sunday, dec. 11 Wine cooking demo and barrel tasting (See Saturday, Dec. 3) Navidades, A tribute to the Virgin Guadalupe: The Calidanza Dance Company presents their 4th annual Christmas production celebrating Mexico’s honored holiday traditions through dance, live music and a liquid light show finalé. $16-29, 5 p.m., Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento, 916-599-3441, www.calidanza.org

Friday, dec. 16 SN&R Santa Crawl: Drink, donate and be merry at SN&R’s third annual pub crawl. Enjoy drink specials at several participating bars downtown, all within walking distance of one another on K Street.

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Monday, dec. 19 “White Christmas”: It is not officially Christmastime until Bing Crosby sings it so. One of the most popular movies of all time, this silver screen classic has delighted audiences for the past 60 years.

Wear your best (or worst) Christmas sweater for a $1 discount on popcorn! $9.50 general admission, $7.50 senior or child admission, 7 p.m., Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento, 916-476-3356, www.crestsacramento.com

tueSday, dec. 20 “The Muppet Christmas Carol”: Be as good a friend, as good a master, and as good a man (or Muppet), as the good old city knows. Learn your holiday lesson alongside Ebenezer Scrooge in this puppet-cast version of Charles Dickens’ timeless tale. $9.50 general admission, $7.50 senior or child admission, 7 p.m., Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento, 916-476-3356, www.crestsacramento.com

WedneSday, dec. 21 “It’s a Wonderful Life”: Watch James Stewart as George Bailey address life’s biggest shoulda, woulda, coulda moments. Give a little shout out every time you hear a bell ring. $9.50 general admission, $7.50 senior or child admission, 7 p.m., Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento, 916-476-3356, www.crestsacramento.com

tHurSday, dec. 22 “Gremlins”: If you’re really not into learning a moral lesson this holiday season, at least brush up on how to care for any exotic pets you may find under the tree. No good comes from snacking after midnight anyways. $9.50 general admission, $7.50 senior or child admission, 7 p.m., Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento, 916-476-3356, www.crestsacramento.com

Friday, dec. 23

4th Annual Christmas Light and Party Bus Extravaganza (See Friday, Dec. 2)

David Archuleta Christmas: Catch the American Idol alum on his Christmas tour, featuring special guest Nathan Pacheco. $49-$125, 7:30 p.m., Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento, 916-4763356, www.crestsacramento.com

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Wine cooking demo and barrel tasting (See Saturday, Dec. 3) La Pastorela De Sactown: Presented by the Latino Center of Arts & Culture, this family-friendly holiday musical puts a modern twist on the traditional Mexican Christmas pageant. $5-15, 8 p.m. Dec. 17, 3 p.m. Dec. 18, Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento, 916-476-3356, www.crestsacramento.com

Folsom Ice Rink: Located on Folsom’s historic Sutter Street, the ice rink is great for the whole family.

Enjoy an afternoon of skating, shopping and dining all in one convenient place. $12 adult session, $10 kids under 8 and seniors 62 and over, $3 skate rental, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Nov. 4–Jan. 16, 900 Block of Sutter St., Folsom, 916-985-4181, www. historicfolsom.org

Downtown Sacramento Holiday Ice Rink: The Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink has been a holiday fixture for over 20 years. Conveniently located at 7th and K streets, it’s easily accessible via Regional Transit. Not Nancy Kerrigan? Sign up online and learn how to skate in one of several beginner classes. $12 adult session, $6 children 6 and under (admission includes skate rental), 2-8 p.m. on weekdays, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sundays, Nov. 4-Jan. 16, St. Rose of Lima Park, 7th & K St., Sacramento, 916-4425563, downtownsac.org Global Winter Wonderland: Visit Santa’s Village, Fantasy Land, even an Under Sea adventure illuminated by millions of LED lights! There’s a little something for everyone in the family: ice skating, carnival rides and games, photos with Santa, holiday shopping and an interactive craft center for kids of all ages. $18 adult admission, $16 child and senior admission, $25 unlimited ride wristband, $12 ice skating (includes skate rental), see website for operation and show times, Nov. 19–Jan. 8, Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento, 510-962-8586, www.globalwonderland.com

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Theatre of Lights: ‘Twas the weeks before Christmas and all through the town, everyone was headed to Old Sacramento to hear a live rendition of Clement Clarke Moore’s classic holiday tale set to a light show. Free admission, showtimes at 6:15 p.m. and 7:45 p.m., Nov. 23 – Dec. 24, Old Sacramento (on K Street between Front and 2nd streets), 916-4428575, oldsacramento.com The Nutcracker: The holidays aren’t complete without catching a live performance of this comingof-age tale set to Tchaikovsky’s orchestral score.

Sugar Plum Fairies, a Mouse King, a Nutcracker Prince and dancing flowers make for a dreamy holiday tradition. $20-$98, see website for performance times, Dec. 10-23, Community Center Theater, 1301 L St., Sacramento, 916-552-5800, www.sacballet.org

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