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WHAT’S INSIDE

November/December 2018 | Our Holiday Issue

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HOLLY JOLLY HOLIDAYS

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Holiday decorating, entertaining and events are all upon us! Get the lowdown in this special Holiday edition.

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Happy Holidays!

In case you didn’t know...the holidays are here. Snow is just beginning to fall and we’re about to bid 2018 a fond farewell.

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Things may have changed a lot this year, but certainly, one thing will always remain the same: Longmont is a great place to live, work and play.

In this edition we’ll look at some new, and some not so new, holiday traditions to be had right here in Longmont. Holiday activities abound to keep you busy and entertained.

We’ll also look at the best ways to deck your halls from trees to bringing nature into your decor.

And as a special treat we share some of our personal favorite recipes for the holiday season, as a well as a few from folks around town.

So get out, play in the snow while it’s here, then gather with your friends, family and community for a happy holiday before launching into another year!

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BUSINESS

Small Business Saturday and Colorado Gives Day: Put your holiday spending back into the Longmont Community

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Light it Up: All you need to know for securing the perfect seasonal centerpiece PAGE 42 Natural décor beautifies the holidays

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Centennial State Ballet presents The Nutcracker PAGE 20

FAMILY

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Tuning up the holidays

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FOOD

Gift Ideas for everyone on your shopping list

Favorite holiday recipes

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Spread Holiday Cheer by Giving Back

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ENTERTAINMENT

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SAVE THE DATE Calendar of events

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On Saturday, Sept. 29, OUR Center in Longmont held their annual Sunflower Sundown at their Community Cafe.

Dinner was followed by entertainment, dancing and all around fun in addition to a silent auction. Funds raised go toward OUR Center’s community programs helping people become more self-sufficient. (Photos by Margie AguirreMoreno/OUR Center)

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The Longmont Symphony working hard at rehearsals.(Jonathan Castner/ Longmont Magazine)

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Sensory-friendly version a community outreach he Nutcracker is a hallmark in comfort. If attendees shout or of Longmont Symphony move around, it’s understood. If Orchestra’s (LSO) holiday someone is overstimulated, there’s a season going back nearly 30 contingency plan for that. This is inyears. It’s a beloved tradition in this community. On Dec. 1 at 1 p.m., at Vance Brand Civic Auditorium, the Longmont Symphony Orchestra and the Boulder Ballet will present a sensory-friendly abridged version of Tchaikovsky’s beloved Nutcracker Ballet for individuals with special needs and their families. Tickets are deeply discounted to $10 and only 500 (maximum) will The Prince dances with Clara in the Boulder be sold. Instead of trying Ballet production of The Nutcracker. to sell out the venue, LSO wants (Eli Ackerstein/Boulder Ballet) families to feel free to spread out

deed a safe space. Sensory-friendly accommodations include: Keeping the house lights at 35 percent; easily accessible professional support; involuntary movements and noises are welcome; a designated quiet area is available; and emergency medical technicians will be on site.

The production is an hour long, only the Land of the Sweets is performed, and a battle scene has been eliminated.

It’s the Symphony’s first time participating in The Gentle Nutcracker, and music director Elliot Moore considers it a way to positively impact the community through music. “I’m a firm believer that a symphony orchestra has to be greater than simply being about performing

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great music at a high level,” he explains. “A symphony needs to be reaching out to its audience, making a real difference in the community, and making an impact through music.

So often people choose to become musicians because they have a feeling of hope about what music can bring to people’s lives. This is a tangible way to connect with why they fell in love with music in the first place.”

The performance was set in motion when, at a meeting of the symphony’s board of directors, two individuals stated that it would be good to do something for the autistic community. Moore recalls that it was a great idea although he wasn’t sure how they might go about it. A couple of months later, the execu-

source and source of assistance to LSO.

LSO musicians are reaching out to make a wider impact in the Longmont community with this special performance.

(Jonathan Castner/Longmont Magazine)

tive director of the Boulder Ballet, Wrenn Combs, approached Moore about partnering to put on The Gentle Nutcracker. Since the Boulder Ballet had performed it before, they would be an invaluable re-

Athena Casper-Russell of Lafayette will be bringing her daughter Izzy, 8, to the show. Izzy has autism.

It will be her first time seeing The Gentle Nutcracker. “For families like mine, it’s very important that we have this opportunity,” Athena says. “It can be really difficult for children who have autism to be able to sit and be silent for a long time. So for her to watch ballerinas, knowing that it’s okay if she needs to talk, get up and move, or even be able to go into a quiet area and still enjoy this production … I can’t even begin to explain the stress that has been relieved.”

Moore has also been hearing from families who for generations

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enjoyed The Nutcracker together before having a child with autism.

The Gentle Nutcracker allows them to continue to enjoy it as a family. “This is exactly what the symphony should do—make people’s lives better through music,” Moore says. “Our musicians know that how quiet the audience is won’t be our concern. For this and every performance, we’re going to give the families the best show that we can.

The symphony members are totally supportive and look forward to the opportunity to support our community through music.”

LSO is in its fifty-second season and, incredibly, a few current members were at the first rehearsal. Conversely, numerous members joined in just the last few months.

Whatever their longevity, this group of musicians is deeply connected to Longmont.

Moore states that in the last couple of years, he’s seen a 400-percent increase in people wanting to join LSO, and that the symphony’s new artistic achievements are happening daily.

The Boulder Ballet is an eager partner in this endeavour. This will be the second production of its kind between Boulder Ballet and a live orchestra. “Boulder Ballet is excited to be teaming up with the Longmont Symphony Orchestra to perform this condensed version of The Nutcracker for those with different abilities,” says Boulder Ballet project manager 12 LONGMONT MAGAZINE

costuming remains the same.

We are delighted to be joining LSO this year.”

“The comfort of knowing that people in our community are really trying to help and include families like ours makes us feeling very blessed and grateful,” CasperRussell adds. “I love that there’s going to be plenty of space for Above: Elliot Moore conducts the LSO during a rehearsal. (Jonathan Castner/Longmont Magazine) Below: The production of The Gentle Nutcracker features much of the same choreography as the original production, but in a more sensory-friendly format.

(Katie Going/Boulder Ballet)

everyone to have room, it won’t be extremely loud, and the staff has been taught ways to help our children. We as a family cannot say thank you enough to the sponsors and people who are putting this on! I am hopeful that this can become a family holiday tradition.”

For more information and tickets, contact Longmont Symphony Orchestra at (303) 772-5796 or longmontsymphony.org.

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or most of us, spending money is a major part of the holidays. As much as one might try to keep the budget tightly-laced with DIY gifts, November and December often mean shopping—lots and lots of shopping. If you don’t have the time or skill to create your gifts, there are still ways to ensure that your money goes to worthy causes, such as supporting a small business or a charity.

Longmont offers two major opportunities to spend conscious dollars over the holidays: Small Business Saturday on November 24 and Colorado Gives Day on Tuesday, December 5.

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Since 2011, the Longmont Downtown Development Authority (LDDA) has encouraged participation in Small Business Saturday, an event started by American Express in 2010 to help small businesses thrive in the wake November/December 2018

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of the recession.

The LDDA joined as a “Neighborhood Champion” in the event’s second year.

“Each year the LDDA distributes promotional materials to downtown businesses, advertises downtown as a Small Business Saturday destination, and coordinates entertainment throughout the day,” says Colin Argys, event coordinator with the LDDA. “This annual holiday ‘Shop Small’ tradition supports the real, authentic local and independent businesses located in downtown. These businesses are the heartbeat of our community, and they thrive through the support and patronage of their customers.”

Always held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Small Business Saturday had more than 7,000 participating Neighborhood Champions across the nation in 2017—a number that is likely to grow given the event’s success. “Small Business Saturday is our highest-grossing day of the year,” says Lisa Patchem, co-owner of Magic Fairy Candles.

“Longmont is a very

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community-minded city. Our friends and neighbors understand the economic importance of shopping local. Shopping on this day dramatically impacts the sustainability of all small shops throughout the year.” Magic Fairy Candles is located at 634 Main Street in downtown Longmont. The store will be offering a special sale on Small Business Saturday this year.

During Small Business Saturday, visitors can watch the annual ice-carving demonstration and display at St. Stephen’s Plaza and holiday characters will be strolling around downtown for photos and giveaways, including gift cards and t-shirts. Carolers will add to the festive spirit. Throughout the weekend, LDDA will feature

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the “Downtown Shop Mob,” which gives customers the opportunity to enter a drawing to win gift cards and other prizes. Also the weekend of Small Business Saturday, LDDA will launch the Winter Passport Program. Customers will receive a sticker for every $10 spent at participating downtown businesses. After collecting 10 stickers, customers can place them on an entry form in the passport and submit the forms for weekly drawings throughout December. All entries will qualify for the final Grand Prize drawing at the end of February. There will also be some free, scavenger-hunt activities that can also qualify for a prize drawing to reward customers for spending time downtown.

Kitchen Company is one of several new businesses downtown that sees a benefit from Small Business Saturday.

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Kitchen Company, which opened at 464 Main Street in July of 2017, participated in its first first Small Business Saturday last year. “Small Business Saturday was the biggest day ever for Kitchen Company, so it has a tremendous effect on our business,” says owner Kristen Pellicer. “It brought so many people out to shop and spend the day downtown. Even if they don’t buy anything in my business that day, they get a flavor flavor for what we have and I hope they’ll come back.” Kitchen Company will embrace the community spirit of the day by offering 15 percent off to customers who can

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provide a receipt from that day from another downtown Longmont business. “We really want to help support other places downtown and think it’s a win-win proposition,” says Pellicer. “We know that more dollars are returned to our local economy when customers choose to shop local and this event is a great reminder of that.

I believe Longmont has a huge heart for local and it really shows on Small Business Saturday.”

For more information about Small Business Saturday and the surrounding events, visit DowntownLongmont.com/Calendar/HolidayEvents.

COLORADO GIVES DAY

An annual event presented by FirstBank and Community First Foundation, Colorado Gives Day is a statewide movement to increase philanthropy through online donations at ColoradoGives.org. The website features information about more than 2,300 nonprofits. FirstBank and Community First Foundation each donated half a million dollars to create the $1 Million Incentive Fund, which increases the value of each individual donation proportionally.

So, if an organization receives 10 percent of the total donations made on Colorado Gives Day, that same organization will receive 10 percent of the Incentive Fund.

Longmont Community Foundation, a public charity that donates thousands of dollars annually to local nonprofits, has participated in Colorado Gives Day for the past eight years. “We rely on charitable donations to help support the operations of the Foundation and Colorado Gives Day does a lot to provide us donations to do what we do for Longmont and the St. Vrain Valley,” says executive director Eric Hozempa. “I’m so very impressed with

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Community First Foundation’s efforts to make the giving easy for people to do by utilizing an amazing website that makes researching nonprofits and giving so easy.”

The Longmont Community Foundation has a fundraising goal of $7,000 for Colorado Gives Day. In 2017, Firehouse The Firehouse Art Center is one of many local Art Center nonprofits to choose from on Colorado Gives Day. (Tim Seibert/Longmont Magazine) saw a 30 percent increase kid-centered agency profile, so they in their Colorado learn what we do and why we do it in Gives Day donations compared to the year before. “It is an immense a way they can understand. amount of assistance to our organization,” says executive director The second-largest giving day of its Beryl Durazo. They are hoping to kind in the country, Colorado Gives continue that growth spurt with a goal of raising $3,500 on the day this Day unites the state-wide commuyear. Similarly, supportive housing nity over 24 hours with a common nonprofit The Inn Between has set goal of strengthening nonprofit a goal to increase participation in organizations. The event’s tagline, Colorado Gives Day by 10 percent “Give Where You Live,” highlights this year. “Colorado Gives Day acthe shared benefits of spending your counts for nearly 60 percent of our year-end individual giving,” says asdollars at home. Colorado Gives Day sociate director Laura Teta. Teta also also makes it easy to tie in your holiadds that The Inn Between is excited day philanthropy with your holiday about the opportunity to create a shopping: you can make your donanew, kid-centered website for donating through Kids for ColoradoGives.

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BACK TO BASICS Somewhere around the beginning ancient cultures like the Druids believed in the power of nature – a celebration of life. Mother nature’s connection has been ingrained in us. No matter what view or religion that connection is always there.

It speaks to the primal parts of us. With the holiday season we tend not to pay attention to that, but subconsciously we are satisfied when the outdoors come in. It keeps that connection. So it’s no surprise when we use nature’s gifts to decorate for the holidays.

Somewhere down the line we have made somethings symbolic. At the Vatican there is a large statue of a pinecone. Pinecones symbolize human enlightenment. Red berries of all sorts symbolize protection and balance.

Holy or Ivy represents the power of peace and luck. A yule log brings good health, fertility and protection. Almost everything has a symbolic background.

The Flower Bin’s focus is to bring that comfort and symbolism together. Explore different textures and color combos.

Excite the senses.

The Flower Bin doesn’t tend to follow all the glitz, bubbles, and trending temporary stuff. We have a classic, homespun natural appeal to our vibe.

But that doesn’t mean we can’t entice a more modern décor like a Scandinavian Christmas where simplicity and nature marry. Or the big and bold with our stunning homegrown poinsettias. There is endless trends and endless personal taste but there is always something here.

Celebrate nature in your Christmas.

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Centennial State Ballet presents two

December 21 through December 23 at Niwot High School Auditorium.

Centennial State Ballet (CSB), the exclusive, pre-professional youth ballet company of Longmont, since 1998, is proud to bring back two of Longmont’s favorite holiday traditions.

On Saturday, November 24, and Sunday, November 25, they will host their Sugar Plum Tea Party fundraiser. This event is an annual tradition and assists in raising funds for the local nonprofit.

A perfect treat for your Thanksgiving holiday weekend, the ticket price includes a delightful afternoon of warm tea, sweet and savory edibles and harp accompaniment as well as a souvenir photo taken with the Sugar Plum Fairy character. Centennial State Ballet invites both young and old to join them for a wonderful afternoon to start off the 2018 Holiday Season.

cludes interactive portions for young audience members. A Nutcracker boutique with whimsical gifts for sale will also be on display during the event. The Sugar Plum Tea Party has been a sold out event for the past several years, so get your tickets now. Ticket sales from the Sugar Plum Tea Party will help fund the annual production of The Nutcracker as well as other ballet productions throughout the year.

The event is complete with a mini Nutcracker performance that in-

Then, be sure to catch the full cast performance of The Nutcracker,

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CSB is excited to bring the classic holiday tale of Clara and her prince as they travel to the land of sweets to life on stage. This grand-scale production of The Nutcracker features students from Longmont Dance Theatre Academy, Longmont’s youth ballet company. Longmont Dance Theatre Academy performs under the direction of Executive Artistic Director, Kristin Kingsley.

Accompaniment for the performance will feature the Centennial State Ballet Chamber Orchestra, featuring, guest artists, Matthew Helms and Crissy Smidt.

The Longmont Dance Theatre Academy is home to the PreCollegiate Ballet Intensive Program (PBIP). Students in the PBIP program receive superior instruction in ballet, pointe, variations, modern, and related disciplines. The students

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also have multiple performance opportunities throughout the year that serve the greater Longmont community.

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CSB is celebrateing their 21st Performance Season in 2018, titled Coming of Age. CSB is proud to be a part of the Longmont Arts Community and to bring Longmont this telling of

The Nutcracker—one of the most well-known ballets world-wide, as well as a timeless holiday tradition for audiences young and old.

CSB is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing classical ballet performances for the community.

They maintain operations with the help of local business sponsors and

individual donors, ticket sales from performances, and various fundraisers throughout the year.

For further information on either event or to purchase tickets, visit centennialstateballet.org or call (303) 772-1335.

SUGAR PLUM TEA PARTY

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FAMILY

for everyone on your shopping list (You’re welcome!)

For the fixer, fixer, the maker, the inventor in the rough

By LINDA THORSEN-BOND for LONGMONT MAGAZINE As the holiday approaches, you’re wondering what size to buy, what color to get, how to find something

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TinkerMill provides tools and space that the average weekend “maker” might not otherwise have access to.

(Tim Seibert/Longmont Magazine)

earns burgeoning makers the use of equipment such as a Mitek CNC Mill, Gearhead drill press, Kalamazoo Horizontal

Bandsaw, a 50 Ton Air/Hyd Shop Press and a gauge table and measuring tools.

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There’s even an 8-foot by 4-foot PRS

The TinkerMill space accommodates DIYers of all interests, from building and programming electronics to milling parts.

Their open workshop has ample room for many people to work simultaneously and safely.

(Tim Seibert/Longmont Magazine)

Alpha ShopBot, which is a gantrybased, industrial-strength CNC milling machine for cutting, drilling, carving and machining.

It has spindle speeds of up to 1800 inches per minute with cutting speeds of up to 600 inches per minute. It’s capable of milling wood, plastics, aluminum, and other materials.

You might want to give the standard, most popular individual membership in TinkerMill for $50 a month or the family membership for $75 a month.

(Note to the math challenged—multiply by 12 for the annual fee! Sorry to those of you had already done that in your heads.) Membership gives full 24/7 access to the space, including access to all tools and materials as well as access to free or significantly signifi cantly discounted classes and workshops. 1840 Delaware Pl., Unit A, Longmont, (720)204-3090; Info@tinkermill.org

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The Longmont Climbing Collective has ample space and enough different routes to appeal to every level of climber from the novice to the pro, youth and adults alike. (Tim Seibert/ Longmont Magazine)

For the nature lover who challenges the great outdoors:

The Longmont Climbing Collective is the group for the person who wants to go bouldering here in beautiful Colorado. Unlike rope climbing, bouldering only requires climbing shoes and the group has some available for rent or for purchase. There are no ropes involved but there are trainers and classes available at certain times to take the skills to another level. There’s a full fitness area and yoga classes included at no charge in the membership.

The adult 10-punch pass is $150; the student pass is $120 and youth 11 and under is $90. There are one-month adult memberships for $80 all the way up to the annual family membership for $1,750. 33 S. Pratt Parkway, Suite 300, Longmont, (720)340-3640; longmontclimbingcollective.com

For the multitasker who wants to de-stress:

Massage Heights North Hover guarantees professional, rejuvenating and affordable therapeutic services in an upscale environment. Every visit to Massage Heights guarantees a personalized massage or facial, custom-tailored to specific needs.

The Massage Heights website says they believe, “It is essential to give your body and mind a break from the stress of everyday life. Regular therapeutic massage and facials can do just that. We like to think we offer the best massage and skin care services in the Longmont / Northern Colorado area and we invite you to find out for yourself. Call today to request a reservation. You’ll leave feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and ready to face the day – every time.”

Lifestyle Program memberships start at $49 per month for one monthly 60-minute massage with aromatherapy, up to $79 per month which includes one 90-Minute massage monthly with aromatherapy and one Elevation.

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For the one who loves to work out but not out in the weather:

The Longmont Recreation Center has so many opportunities it takes a big catalogue and website to show them all. It is a one-stop recreation facility offering an indoor running track, weight room with free weights and machines, cardio equipment and aerobics room, multi-court gymnasium, climbing wall, classroom/ party room and game room, lap pool (six lanes, 25 yards), leisure pool with water-slides, lazy river, and interactive play features, baby sitting, and steam and dry saunas and a spa.

You can give a pass for such varied classes as salsa, photography and even, literally, basket weaving. There are adult group activities like Mah Jongg, cheese making and pickleball. For children and teens, dance classes, drone camp and minecraft with blocks are a few of the available choices. You can even sign up seniors for trips or even computer classes.

There are one-day passes, but a better gift would be the 20-visit pass for all ages that is $82.50 for residents and $103 for non-residents.

Annual passes range from $157.50 -$741.50 for residents and $196.50-$815.50 non-residents. Trips or special events are priced separately.

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For the artist whose creativity is hidden inside: Crackpots Pottery Studio and More is a creative playground in downtown Longmont. The facility offers pottery painting, glass fusing, and mosaics for walk-in customers of all ages and a variety of other mediums (including clay and silver clay) in classes. They’re open seven days a week and the staff will help guests learn how to paint and decorate pottery. The cost is $8 flat studio fee all day and $7 for kids 12 and under, plus the pottery piece of the guest’s choice. This studio fee includes all your paints, brushes, stamps, stencils, idea books, etc. and the glazing and firing of the painted piece.

Pottery prices range from $4-$75, but most people find something they love for under $16. 505 Main St., Longmont, (303)776-2211; ecrackpots.com

LONGMONT MEMORIES THE EARLY YEARS • A PICTORIAL HISTORY

When it comes to holiday gift giving we all have that one person on our list who’s just impossible to buy for. Luckily for us all, there’s an option to please every Longmontian this holiday season.

Show and share your Longmont pride by giving a truly unique piece of history: “Longmont Memories: The Early Years”.

For the gourmet chef who could be cooking up a storm: A cooking class from Cooking classes at Kitchen Kitchen Company in Company teach important skills Longmont is the kind and fun meal options for every budding chef.(Photo courtesy of gift that keeps on Kitchen Company) giving. Teach a person to cook and you’re almost guaranteed to have a tasty meal. Or if you’re feeling cozy, take a class for two and share the joy of cooking.

Each class has a specific theme, such as the lunchtime power hour on perfect pie crust and whipped cream or Date Night Roma, with bruschetta with cannellini puree, roasted pepper and artichoke hearts and pasta carbonara served with a simple green salad. The classes continuously change, so be sure to check the website and reserve for a specific topic.

The cost of the classes vary also, generally at $29 for one person or $50 for two people, $39-$70, and $49-$90. 464 Main St., Longmont, (720)745-5600; kitchencolongmont.com November/December 2018

GIVE THE GIFT OF MEMORIES

This commemorative book is on sale for a limited time and makes a great gift for loved ones.

Get 136 heirloom-quality pages compiled by the Longmont Times-Call, featuring hundreds of stunning historic photos of Longmont from the 1800s to 1939. Photos were specially selected with help from the Longmont Museum, St. Vrain Historical Society, Denver Public Library and even our readers. See what our town looked like way back when and how it grew into the community we now know and give someone a little bit of its storied history to keep for themselves.

Pre-ordering now will even help you complete your gift list ahead of time. Place your order online at Longmont.PictorialBook.com and save with flat-rate shipping. Books ship by December 7, so you’ll have them in hand well in advance of the holiday.

Start making your list now and don’t forget to tell Santa to bring you a copy of “Longmont Memories: The Early Years”.

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Holiday SHopping One of the things we love about Niwot is that you don’t have to go far to find the perfect gift for friends and family.

There are some great unique finds to be had - browse antiques, pick up great gifts, jewelry, books and apparel. Find beautiful floral host gifts, pies, custom cakes, or buy gift cards from one of our many great restaurants.

If health and wellness is more your scene then don’t forget gift cards for bike accessories, massage, pilates, yoga, fitness classes, nutrition, esthetician services or natural therapies. You can truly find it all in Niwot.

After some busy holiday shopping, end your day with Happy Hour at one of Niwot’s great restaurants and maybe stay on for some dinner.

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Attending Niwot holiday events is an annual tradition that never gets old. After the fun of the October Pumpkin Parade, and then enjoying walks around our beautiful trails over Thanksgiving, it’s time to set our sights on Enchanted Evening, which takes place the Friday directly after Thanksgiving Day. Enchanted Evening is the moment when Santa arrives in his sleigh and we welcome in the holiday Season. The Niwot Christmas tree lights are switched on and there is music and entertainment all around 2nd Ave and Cottonwood Square for everyone to enjoy.

The first Saturday in December sees the annual Holiday Fayre - organized by local social and charitable group WINC. As well as home-made bakes you’ll find all manner of gifts and holiday items- all located at the Grange on 2nd and Franklin. Finish off your visit with a coffee downtown, and check out the other stores while you are here.

The following Saturday it’s time for the Holiday Parade. Santa will be back to greet everyone, and the whole town, as well as visitors, gather to see the parade and then stroll the downtown area.

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When colder weather sets in beer suddenly seems very last season.

A craving for something spiced and flavorful that will still take the chill off sets in like a Rocky Mountain snowstorm. These Colorado-made hard ciders satisfy like nothing else!

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Colorado Cider Company out of Denver gives cider the same attention and craft you’ll find at any serious winery. Peruse their stock and you’ll find seasonal presses, apple “dessert wines,” and subtle herbal blends. Glider Cider is their original and signature product and this drier version of it has a light champagne feel that make it a great choice to go with your favorite hearty cold weather meals. (Colorado Cider Company, Dry Glider Cider, 6.5% ABV, Available at Wyatt’s Wet Goods, 1250 Hover St., Longmont, wyattswetgoods.com*)

Hops on Pops

Stem Ciders, also from Denver, puts a unique spin on ciders with flavor infusions like salted cucumber, hibiscus tea and coffee. This dry, hopped version may appeal to beer drinkers who think they don’t like cider. Citrusy and light it’s an easy drinker perfect with the spicy foods of winter. (Stem Ciders, Hopped Apple Cider 6.7% ABV, Available at Wyatt’s Wet Goods, 1250 Hover St., Longmont, wyattswetgoods.com*)

Enjoy the Climb

Climb Hard Ciders, just up the road in Loveland, produces 100 percent fruit and apple ciders including peach, lemon, cranberry and blood orange, but what goes better with chilly weather and apples than cinnamon? Bringing to mind a good old-fashioned apple pie, this cider mixes well with holiday meals and you can pick it up in 32- and 64-ounce growlers at the cidery and have enough for all of your guests. (Climb Hard Ciders, Cinnamon, 5.5% ABV, Available at Climb Hard Ciders, 707 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland, climbhardcider.com)

Summer’s Last Blast

If winter’s not doing it for you and you just feel like hanging on to a bit of summer, give Pink Guava a go. St. Vrain Cidery blends guava and apples for a fruity hint of the tropics. (St. Vrain Cidery, Pink Guava, 7.5% ABV, Available at St. Vrain Cidery, 350 Terry St., Ste. 130, Longmont)

Siren’s Song

C Squared Ciders, located in downtown Denver, produces this spicy cider flavored with organic ginger root for just the right amount of heat.

Ginger, from their Siren Series boasts crisp apple flavors for traditional cider lovers—a great cider for sipping by a roaring fire.

(C Squared Ciders, Ginger, 5.5% ABV, Available at PJs Wine & Spirits, 665 Frontage Rd., Longmont, pjwinespirits. com*)

*While these locations carry products from these cideries, as always, stock rotates and availability is not guaranteed.

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B Y G I V I N G BAC K Local Nonprofits Always Need Helping Hands Now that Halloween decorations are stowed away, it’s likely that you’re also hearing festive holiday songs on the radio. Not to mention the sight of Black Friday ads designed to tempt holiday shoppers with the best deals. While gift giving and spending time with friends and family goes with the holidays for many people, others like to get into the holiday spirit by giving back to the community?

Local non-profits need volunteer help year round. Many organizations see a sharp uptick in volunteer interest during the holidays, says Katrine Arnedo, Director of Volunteer Engagement with Foothills United Way. That’s why she says it’s important to plan ahead.

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“If you are trying to volunteer during the holidays, sign up as soon as possible because it fills up quickly,” Arnedo said.

When you get kids involved at a young age, you can start to associate the holidays with giving back not just receiving.

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Keep in mind, many organizations also need help in January and February, a time when volunteer activity drops significantly, she said.

Volunteer opportunities come in all shapes and sizes—from ringing the Salvation Army bell or sifting through perishable foods for a local food pantry—there is a diverse range of activities to explore, said Arnedo. That’s why Foothills United Way publishes a volunteer guide every year so it’s easier for people to find volunteer experiences that match their interests, said Arnedo.

Starting on November 1, download the volunteer guide at Unitwayfoothills.org.

“If you are short on time but have items to donate, the guide will also give ideas about which organizations need what,” she said.

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unteer drivers and kitchen help, said Meghan Altland, Program Services Manager with Meals on Wheels.

Atland. They can also request frozen meals.

Driving shifts last about an hour and a half and the volunteers use their own vehicles, she said.

Anyone who feels like the kitchen is their second home and likes the idea chopping produce, cutting bread or packaging up goodies, like cookies and cupcakes, then consider a volunteer gig in the kitchen.

“On Thursday and Friday we send out a lot of frozen meals for the weekend,” she said.

“On average, drivers deliver about Meals on Wheels Volunteers not only help deliver meals, they 15 to 20 meals [per also serve in the kitchen and help with cleanup. shift]. We go all (Photo courtesy Meals on Wheels) over Longmont, Meals on Wheels Rolls Into Niwot, and we go to houses and Longmont Neighborhoods to apartment buildings.”

But before you can prepare delicious meals for seniors, all kitchen volunteers will need to take a food safety course before they can start handling food, said Atland.

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Family to Family Holiday Program—Adds Hope to the Holidays Plenty of families look to Boulder County Housing and Human Services when they need a little extra help getting through the holidays.

And the Family to Family Holiday Program is there to give them a little boost.

“Last year we helped 424 families and it has gone up every year,” said Wade Branstetter, Prevention Program Manager with Boulder County Housing and Human Services (BCHHS).

Thanks to all the donations from the community, volunteer help is needed in various ways. Some administrative duties, like managing gift card donations and giving out receipts is a big one, said Branstetter.

“We need some support in obtaining and reconciling gift cards we receive from the community. And documenting the gift cards to make sure the amounts are correct,” he said.

As temps dip and frigid weather blows into town, families rely on the program so they can bundle up with warm coats, gloves and hats.

Volunteers help sort through the winter gear to assess its condition, said Branstetter.

“After Thanksgiving, we can use volunteer support to make sure the coats are in decent quality. Or we might ask volunteers to drive the clothes up to the Longmont office,” he said.

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unteer Services with OUR Center said it takes about 350 volunteers a week to provide the range of services they offer. This includes serving breakfast and lunch to people who need meal assistance. OUR Center also provides people with groceries, clothing and rental assistance for their housing needs.

“The people who receive services have to be part of the programming and working with a resource specialist that helps develop a plan for self-sufficiency,” he said.

OUR Center also provides a full range of classes to help people get back on their feet when they’ve had a financial setback in life.

“If they want financial assistance, for rental assistance, they need to attend one of our banking classes to learn how to manage a budget and learn how to properly set aside money for unexpected events that come up,” McLaughlin said.

Volunteers are needed in the community café to help with meal prep, serving meals and cleaning up, he said. Volunteers also help in the food bank where food donations are received in the warehouse.

“Volunteers screen items to make sure it’s still healthy and then they restock the shelves,” McLaughlin said.

Volunteers assist when people come in to select the food items they want to bring home. It operates similarly to a grocery store where people can make their food selections.

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It’s a great way to share the holiday spirit with families and especially if they want to help a family who’s having a rough year. Without volunteer help, there would be a lot less people served.

— Wade Branstetter, Boulder County Housing and Human Services beings. We want volunteers to be empathetic because the people coming here are going through difficult times in their lives,” McLaughlin said.

Mobile Pantry Delivers Access to Healthy Food Volunteer Manager, Katy Voldrich with Community Food Share said Longmont volunteers are needed to help with their Mobile Pantry.

Stocked with fresh fruits, veggies and other perishables, this refrigerated food truck gives people access to fresh and healthy food, said Voldrich.

“We see people with all different circumstances. If you need food and you show up, we will get you some food, and there are no income requirements to get food,” she said.

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Last we year we distributed over a million pounds of food, that’s like 4000 pounds a day.

—Steve McLaughlin, OUR Center need food are “working families who have come on hard times, some homeless people and seniors.”

The organization only asks that recipients fill out a short form. The form helps staff keep track of which areas in the community have the greatest need.

“We have dedicated staff that researches where hunger is happening in our community,” she said.

Plus, the tracking effort also helps them calculate how much food to bring to each location so they don’t run out.

Mobile Pantry assistant volunteers place boxes of apples, potatoes, carrots, pears, squash and meats on a table so that people make food selections to prepare at home. Volunteers also help people carry the food back to their cars.

If you want to volunteer, go to the Community Food Share website to

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Volunteers with Community Food Share’s refrigerated Mobile Pantry is stocked with perishables for those who need a hand with getting fresh food on the table.

(Photo courtesy Community Food Share)

set up a volunteer profile. Volunteers also need to sign up for an orientation to learn how the organization works. Voldrich said it just takes 45 minutes and orientations happen on Mondays at 4 p.m., and Thursdays at 11 a.m.

“We want people to come to our warehouse orientation so they can learn about hunger in Boulder and Broomfield counties,” she said.

The Mobile Pantry makes stops at several locations and there are at least three in Longmont; Longmont YMCA, Countryside Village—mobile park community, Westview Presbyterian Church Go to CommunityFoodShare.org for more info.

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All you need to know for securing the perfect

Of course, even the most stalwart traditions can carry with them a certain hint of…pressure? Today, we’re not only spoiled for choice, we’re flush with questions and concerns.

What’s the best choice for the environment? For the family? Suited to specific travel plans? Don’t let choosing the perfect tree become a prickly process.

Here, we’ve gathered all you need to know for a gorgeous green (and with luck, white) Christmas.

seasonal centerpiece Like cake on birthdays and Jack-olanterns for Halloween, nothing quite lights up the holiday season like it’s signature centerpiece: the Christmas tree. For thousands of years, evergreen trees and plants have marked winter celebrations. Pagans in Europe are said to have used branches of fir trees to brighten spirits during the winter solstice; early Romans decorated temples at the festival of Saturnalia, honoring the god Saturn in December.

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atmospheric authenticity as well. “Choosing a freshcut tree employs a ton of people for the season,” says Grant Von Eschen, Manager at CreekSide Tree Nursery. “There are people cutting, people selling—you’re helping the work force. And environmentally, it takes a whole lot less emissions to cut down a living tree than to produce a fake one. But most memorably, you get fragrance, and the joy of choosing between many different types.” Kids gain from the fullness of the experience, and also a responsibility component, Von Eschen says. “For me, as a kid, maintaining the tree was a special job…watering it every day is important.”

their business by following loggers around Colorado forest with his brother Bryan 35 years ago. They cleaned up after logging operations, salvaging tops of trees and leftover debris. “The trees would otherwise get piled up, chipped, and burned,” Tony says. “Such a resource going to waste.” Every Colorado Native Christmas tree has been cut specifically from a forest area that needs thinning. As such, a purchase there is in its small way helping to improve the health of the Rocky Mountain forest, Smith says.

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“We carry about seven different types of fresh-cut trees,” Von Eschen says. “Fraser Fir is by far our biggest seller and our longest lasting.

Noble Fir is also a top seller—it has that classic look people think of when they picture Christmas trees.

They have nice shapes, branches are great for holding ornaments, and they’re really hardy.”

Maybe type doesn’t matter to you all that much—not when there’s holiday magic. “My favorite are what I think of as ‘Charlie Brown’ Christmas trees,” Smith says. “Maybe there’s a tree people tend to overlook, but when you bring it home and decorate it, it’s actually prettier than all the others.”

How to get the best of the lot

Employees at CreekSide make a fun job out of loading up each Christmas Tree.

(Shannon Von Eschen/Creekside Nursery)

When it comes to environmental impact, the scales may not necessarily be tipped as much as you’d expect in favor of real trees, either. Cut trees are not without a carbon footprint, and unfortunately a majority end up in a landfill. If you’re reusing your tree year after year, at some point the impact will even out (though conservative estimates suggest that takes approximately nine years or more).

To lessen your real tree’s impact, look into options to turn it into wood chippings or something that can be used as compost. Here in Longmont, we’re fortunate in that the city provides four satellite Christmas tree drop-off locations as part of its holiday recycling program. (See page 65 for locations.) Most trees collected are ground into mulch and made available to residents.

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a living tree. Potted, these can be enjoyed indoors during the holiday season and then replanted. At CreekSide Tree Nursery’s Boulder location, potted living trees, available in spruce and pine varieties, have grown alongside families. “I’ve been doing this long enough that people have sent me emails showing their trees’ growth, thanking us for the memories,” says Von Eschen, who has been working the family business, started by his older brother at age 13 with the goal of funding skateboarding, since he was nine years old. “Living Christmas trees are just really cool.”

“The best way to tell if your tree is fresh is the weight of it,” Smith says.

“Pick it up and feel the water weight in it. If it’s heavy you know you have a lot of water.”

Another test for freshness is to simply examine the needles. Are they secure? When you pull a branch gently toward you, a few needles may drop—but a whole bunch? That’s

What type?

Fir? Spruce? Pine? Each tree species is a little different. To find the best match for your family, it may be worth looking at a couple options.

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a solid signal the tree is already too dried out. Fresh trees’ needles should have an even color, too. Look for dry and even dull gray-green patches.

Another good way to get a great lot tree—go to a great lot. Here in Longmont, we have amazing local options run by caring people who love their trees, and what they do. (See page 48 for favorite resources.)

Cut your own

So you’ve decided on a real tree, and you want to go for the full-on experience by cutting your own. Before you head off in the car with the axe, be sure to bear a few things in mind.

Tree permit You can’t take off with your chosen tree without a tag. This year, the Forest Service is proposing to raise the cost of tree cutting permits to $20 per tree in order to provide better services. Tree permits are available in late fall and can be purchased at Forest Service offices. You’ll be briefed on terms and conditions upon purchase as well.

Plan where you’re going.

It seems all too obvious, but you can’t just go out and chop down any old tree. The areas you can look for trees are conveniently the same as where you can pick up your permits. Here in the Front Range, Forest Offices are located most conveniently in Morrison, Colorado Springs, Leadville, Cañon City, Salida, Fairplay, Fort Collins, and Granby. Check out the Forest Service-Rocky Mountain Region website for maps and more details.

Make the most of fourth grade.

Do you have fourth grader in the house? Thanks to the Every Kid in a Park initiative, fourth graders with a valid Interagency Pass have access to one free Holiday Tree permit.

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To get the most out of any tree from a lot, check for freshness before you buy and maintain the tree’s water. (Shannon Von Eschen/Creekside Nursery)

Be polite.

It’s all about holiday spirit, y’all. Use a handsaw, not a chainsaw. Keep pets at home, or at least on a leash. Choose an area where there are excess trees, and don’t just cut the top off. That’s just not very nice.

For a modified, but closer-to-home experience, CreekSide Tree Nursery offers a “tree cutting” experience at its Niwot location bound to please your youngest family members— and thereby the whole family. “We provide a cut-your-own ‘experience’,” Von Eschen says. “My brother and sister-in-law started it thinking of families with young children—it’s harder to get permits here, and people don’t seem to have hours of time to spare anymore. So we can offer firs, already cut, but placed in the ground. We provide headlamps and handsaws. Instead of the long haul back down a mountain or drive home, we can help you wrap it and load it in the car while the kids hang out with Santa, or sip hot chocolate.

It’s really nice.”

Keeping the season fresh

Once you’ve got that tree safely home, you’ll want to make it last.

The trick is no secret: never let the water run out and keep it away from any major heat source, like a vent or west-facing window. “Fresh-cut trees need to have water all the time” Von LongmontMagazine.com

Eschen says. “You can’t let the stand grow dry, so keeping it full of water at all times is key.”

Ensuring a tree’s water needs are met actually starts as early as the lot.

Many lots will provide a fresh cut, slicing about half an inch from the bottom, before you leave. If your lot isn’t local, you’ll want to give your tree a fresh cut when you get home, allowing it to absorb more water.

Place the tree in water as soon as possible—within fifteen minutes— after the cut. Potted living trees have very specific care instructions, which CreekSide will provide with your purchase.

When holiday plans take you away from your fresh-cut tree, Smith offers a tip that just may help revive your tree if needed. “If you’ve left a couple days and the base seals up, you can drill holes on the side of the stump under the water line,” he says.

“This sometimes allows the tree to start drinking again.”

Whatever Christmas tree fits your family best this season, it’s sure to play a role in building warm and lasting memories. Stand it, light it, and soak in the yuletide spirit. Happy holidays!

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Local Resources to light up your holiday Colorado Native Christmas Trees

CreekSide Tree Nursery

With Colorado Native Christmas Trees, every tree purchased helps to contribute to the health of our Rocky Mountain forests. Trees that need to be thinned would otherwise go to waste. Not only will you find a tree with real character, you may get to meet a reindeer, too.

CreekSide Tree Nursery Founder Jason Von Eschen started the family business as a hardworking, selfpropelled young boy who discovered his summer job was just as fun as the skateboarding he set it up to fund.

During the holiday season, CreekSide operates out of locations in Boulder and Niwot, providing a wide variety of fresh, festive trees and memorable experiences to give your holiday a special glow.

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Family owned and operated, Blue Ribbon Farm is a family tradition for many, earning loyalty with kindness, love and knowledge of trees, and a wide assortment that even includes a special Charlie Brown section.

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What better way to kick off seasonal sparkle than with a tree lighting ceremony? Here are some local gems to capture that twinkle in your eye.

Downtown Longmont Tree Lighting Ceremony

Kick start the holidays with unity and cheer! Join Black 1750 as they hold the ultimate break dance challenge; representatives from cultural groups throughout Longmont will be coming together to light up the Downtown with holiday spirit. Enjoy the dance off, carols from St. Vrain Singers, cultural festivity, goodie bags…and Santa!

Friday, November 23 6:30-7 p.m.

6th Avenue Plaza west of 6th Ave. and Main St. downtownlongmont.com/ calendar/holiday-events

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Enchanted Evening in Niwot

Every year on the day after Thanksgiving, the community ushers in the holiday season with Enchanted Evening. Feel that warm glow with the lighting of the community tree; welcoming Santa to town; holiday carols; live ice sculpture demonstration and more.

Friday, November 23 6-9 p.m.

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Festival of Lights in Frederick

This event will be chock full of classic cheer, adding free horse-drawn carriage rides, a live ice sculpture demonstration, selfies with Santa, and festive holiday performances to the lighting of the trees in Crist Park.

Saturday, December 1, 6-8 p.m.

Crist Park, 105 5th St., Frederick

Berthoud Snowfest

The Snowfest is a winter festival as well as the Colorado State Snow Sculpting Championship. Start festivities with the Lighted Parade. Stay on for the following Tree Lighting ceremony in Fickel Park and singing of Christmas Carols by candlelight.

Saturday, December 15 5 p.m. (parade along Mountain Avenue) Tree lighting follows parade at Fickel Park, 620 Mountain Ave. berthoudsnowfest.com

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NATURAL DÉCOR

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By JUDY FINMAN for LONGMONT MAGAZINE Along with sparkling lights and colorful ornaments, bring the outdoors inside and decorate your home with natural details. Experts from local florists and garden centers share a wealth of ideas to spark your creativity.

Lisa Golter of Longmont Florist says, “The holiday season is definitely trending towards more natural, longer lasting decorations. Of course, fresh flowers are still very popular during the season, and some of the more notable natural items are: • European Gardens, in which we include Norfolk pines, poinsettias, November/December 2018

Holidays HOME

Wreaths incorporating succulents, live pine boughs and cotton bolls for a touch of white, brighten a front porch naturally. (Shutterstock)

amaryllis, et cetera – all of which are long-lasting potted plants.

• Fresh Vase Arrangements, which can incorporate fresh cranberries, orange slices, pomegranate seeds, willow, branches, ilex berries, cedar and other Christmas greens. Longer lasting fresh flowers can be added as well.

• Succulents: The ever-trendy succulent can be used in many different ways. They are very long lasting and can be included in fresh arrangements, bridal bouquets, succulent gardens, et cetera - all decorated for the holidays.

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• Wooden Crates/Natural Baskets: We include any of the items above in these containers to achieve a more natural, home-forthe-holidays type of feel.

• Garlands/Wreaths/Swags: Fresh garlands, wreaths and swags can be a good alternative to a live Christmas tree. With proper care, they can last through the season inside the home and out and provide the scent you would expect from Christmas. Berries, branches, pine cones are other natural elements that can be added for a festive holiday look.”

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An arrangement of white roses coupled with green garland and a small potted plant make for a festive holiday tablescape. (Shutterstock)

At the Flower Bin Garden Center & Nursery, ideas and input generously flow from three creative managers.

Billie Jo, Perennials Manager, advocates for live Christmas trees.

“Purchasing a live tree can create a wonderful family tradition and memories. In order to create those memories and be able to plant a live tree, you need to plan ahead so that your tree will have the best chance of survival.

“Two of the most important things to remember are to keep the tree well-watered and to avoid bringing the tree indoors for longer than 5-7 days. I would suggest pre-digging the planting hole in order to plant the tree when Christmas is over.

the biggest selection of beautiful Amaryllis bulbs. The range of colors will match any holiday décor. We recommend them not just because they are traditional, but because they are so easy to grow and impressive.

plants to decorate for Christmas is

“Paperwhites are just as easy,” she says. “If you are not a fan of the smell, “Inbal” is a lightly scented variety.

yellow/orange.

about as natural as you can get. The traditional favorites are poinsettias. These days, they come in a rainbow of colors – red, white, pink, hot pink and even lime green and

“The yellow/orange variety is timed to be in full color for Thanksgiving.

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“Pinecones are a favorite way to bring a natural touch to holiday décor. Throw them in a bowl for a simple earthy display or roll them in peanut butter and bird seed to feed your feathered neighbors. We also carry fresh wreaths, garlands and door swags.”

She urges, “Think outside the box a little. We love using birds as an ornament. Nestle a little cutie in a wreath or deck out an entire tree.

You can’t go wrong, either way.

“When bringing your live tree indoors, make sure that the roots stay moist and that the tree is not placed directly near a warm heat source such as the fireplace or heater. This will dry it out quicker.”

“We love bringing the outdoors in for the holiday season.”

Jeanette, Gift House Manager, suggests Amaryllis. “We have

Kim, Annuals Greenhouse Manager at the Flower Bin, asserts, “Using

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A salmon-pink amaryllis adds a touch of color to a holiday tableau of pine branches and pine cones. (Shutterstock)

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variety is “Princettia Hot Pink.” A very bright pink with white edges, it is a great choice for the more modern settings. Poinsettias can last for years and can even be coaxed to rebloom with minimal effort.

“Another good plant choice is the Christmas Cactus. This is a forest cactus (as compared to a desert cactus) that blooms once a year, usually between Thanksgiving and Christmas. They come in a variety of colors – red, orange, pink, white, peach, lilac and yellow. These plants can be very long lived. We have several customers who have a Christmas cactus that is more than 50 years old!”

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he holiday season can fall pretty flat without the right musical accompaniment.

Wreaths, candy canes, Christmas trees and garish sweaters are key to celebrating the season in style, but all of these can ring hollow without the right soundtrack. It doesn’t quite feel like the holidays without the beloved carols, the timeless themes and the seasonal standards that tie all of the traditions together.

Happily, those looking to find the perfect seasonal soundtrack in Longmont have plenty of options to ring in the holiday season on a musical note, and they don’t have to settle for canned tunes on a “Best of Christmas” CD. From large-scale jazz ensembles to traditional choirs, the area boasts an impressive menu of live musical performances with a holiday theme. The most enthusiastic seasonal concertgoers can tour between musical theater offerings and straight-laced vocal performances in the course of a single week.

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LONGMONT ALL STAR JAZZ BAND

The Longmont All Star Jazz Band will combine cues from the American big-band musical tradition with seasonal themes for its annual holiday concert. According to band director Bill Wilkinson, the performance set for 6 p.m. on Dec. 2 at the New Creation Church in Longmont will feature a blend of old and new elements, all performed by some of the top young musicians in the area.

“The Longmont All Star Jazz Band is composed of the top high school jazz students from the St. Vrain Schools and our Christmas concert is called ‘Merry Christmas Baby,” Wilkinson said. “The performance will feature big band versions of blues, jazz, rock and Gospel Christmas music.”

The All Stars’ performance is perfect for those who love Count Basie and Duke Ellington as much as Christmas carols. Tickets for the All Stars

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performance start at $10. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit longmontallstars.com or visit Guitars Etc. in Longmont.

LONGMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

For those whose tastes run more toward the classical end of the spectrum, the Longmont Symphony Orchestra (LSO) will join forces with Boulder Ballet for a full performance of Tchaikovsky’s holiday staple, “The Nutcracker,” on Dec. 1 and 2.

Conductor Elliot Moore will return to conduct the beloved holiday production for the second year in a row.

LSO will offer another celebration of the season as it collaborates with the Longmont Chorale for a special Candlelight Concert featuring holiday carols from around the world.

The Candlelight Concert will be an intimate musical celebration. This show will take a more direct musical approach with chamber arrangements and vocal harmonies.

The performance will take place at 4 November/December 2018

p.m. on Dec. 16 at the Westview Presbyterian Church in Longmont, and tickets start at $25. For more information about either performance, visit longmontsymphony. org.

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4-hand piano, ‘Away in a Manger’ arranged

by Ola Gjeilo, ‘The Holly and the Ivy’ arranged for a cappella choir just this year, and a beautiful and calming new arrangement of ‘Silent Night,’” Hamlin said.

“The Longmont Chorale looks forward to breathing new life into classics of the season.”

The Longmont Cholike a little swing in their holiday. (Photo courtesy Longmont All Star Jazz Band) rale Singers are collaboAccording to Artistic Director Scott rating with the LongTickets start at $17. For more inforHamlin, “Holiday Classics in 21st mont Symphony for the Candlelight mation, visit longmontchorale.org.

Century Gift Wrap” will spotlight a show, but the Singers also offer audiences a unique show at 3 p.m. on mix of bold, new arrangements of Dec. 2 at LifeBridge Church in Longmont, featuring the Longmont Brass and the winners of the Longmont Chorale Singers’ annual Youth Vocal Competition.

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This musical adaptation of Charles Dickens classic exploration of redemption may not feature staples like “Silent Night,” but it does set a beloved seasonal tale to an engaging soundtrack, and it offers plenty of laughs along the way. The Jesters Dinner Theatre has offered audiences this piece for more than 20 years, so attending a performance has the feel of honoring a local holiday tradition that’s unique to the region. For information about performances, visit jesterstheatre.com

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LONGMONT MUSEUM HOLIDAY SHOWCASE

Finally, the city of Longmont itself is offering its own musical spin on celebrating the holidays with the Fourth Annual Longmont Museum Holiday Showcase, a celebration that runs on Dec. 15 and 16. The show combines cues from holiday standards like “The Nutcracker” with new interpretations from local musicians, and even a possible visit from Santa. The showcase sold out last year, and stands as an ideal opportunity to find a fusion of all the other diverse performances available throughout the region. For more information and tickets, visit longmontcolorado.gov.

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FAVORITES Everyone knows the holidays often revolve around sharing meals with loved ones. Of course, we all have that favorite recipe that the holidays just wouldn’t be the same without and it’s fun to share them with others. In that spirit, here are a few of our favorites along with those from some folks around town.

Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Honey-Cumin Vinaigrette from Stacee McGovern, Longmont Magazine Advertising Representative 6-8 ounces salad greens 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup fresh, crumbled Feta cheese Roasted Sweet Potatoes (see recipe) Roasted Pecans (see recipe) Honey-Cumin Vinaigrette (see recipe)

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DIRECTIONS: Divide salad greens between 4 salad plates.

Scatter with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, dried cranberries, Feta cheese and Sea-Salted-Roasted Pecans.

Drizzle with Honey-Cumin Vinaigrette.

Pass extra vinaigrette at the table.

Option: top salad with pumpkin seeds!

Sweet Potatoes

3 sweet potatoes 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Sea salt and black pepper

Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Place potatoes on a sheet pan lined with foil, drizzle with the oil, then toss to coat. Sprinkle with sea salt and pepper.

Roast, turning occasionally, until just tender and starting to turn golden, about 30 minutes.

Remove and allow to cool while preparing salad.

Roasted Pecans

1 1/2 cups pecan halves 2 teaspoons butter 1 teaspoon sea salt DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 325˚F. Line a baking sheet with foil.

Melt the butter, and add the pecans.

Place buttered pecans on sheet. Sprinkle with sea salt.

Bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven when pecans are deep golden brown.

Allow to cool on baking sheet.

Vinaigrette

½ cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons lime juice ¼ cup honey 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1 teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon black pepper DIRECTIONS: Combine all ingredients in a glass jar and shake well.

The Best Avocado Breakfast Toast

Artichoke Dip

from Greg Marshall

from Julie Casper, Longmont Magazine Advertising Representative

1 avocado 1/2 tablespoons lime juice 1 teaspoon pepper 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt (to taste) 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 4 pieces whole grain bread 4 eggs 1 tablespoon olive oil Siracha sauce (to taste)

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DIRECTIONS: Toast the four pieces of bread in a toaster oven or toaster Slice the avocado and remove the seed and skin. Mash it up in a small bowl and add in lime juice, pepper, garlic salt, and red pepper flakes.

Put olive oil in a frying pan. Cook four “over easy” eggs”.

Spread the avocado mixture onto the four pieces of toast.

Place one over-easy egg on each piece of toast.

Garnish with a drizzle of Sriracha sauce on each piece.

Get creative with the designs. Servings: 2-4

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2 cns of artichokes chopped 1 cup of real mayonnaise 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 small can green chiles diced 1/2 small can of jalapenos DIRECTIONS: Heat or microwave until cheese is melted and serve with Frito Scoops or chips.

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Firecracker Salmon

Cheesy Potatoes

from Shaelyn Rhinehart, Longmont Magazine Advertising Representative

from Christine Labozan, Longmont Magazine Advertising Director

1.5 - 2 lb. salmon fillet 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

2 ½ 28- to 32-ounce packages frozen diced hash brown potatoes 1 red pepper diced 1 green pepper diced 1 medium onion diced 2 cans cream of potato soup 2 cans cream of celery soup 1 16-ounce tub of sour cream or plain greek yogurt Shredded sharp cheddar cheese – I don’t measure this - the more the better.

I use at least three to four cups Salt, pepper

Firecracker Sauce

1.5 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 3 cloves of garlic, minced 1/8 cup olive oil 1/4 cup soy sauce, low sodium 1 tablespoon Siracha

DIRECTIONS: Heat oven to 350 degrees

DIRECTIONS: Wash salmon fillets, remove skin if desired. Place salmon in a baking dish.

Mix all ingredients together in a very large mixing bowl. Spray two 9- x13-inch foil baking pans with cooking spray. Fill each pan and cover with foil.

Bake until cooked through and browned on top. I sprinkle extra cheese on the last 15 minutes.

Whisk all of the ingredients together for the Firecracker sauce.

Cooking time varies depending on how thawed the potatoes are. Usually around 1 hour and 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.

Pour combined sauce over the salmon fillets in baking dish. Cover thoroughly.

Notes: This recipe makes two large pans – enough for a large crowd! I mix this up a day in advance and leave in the refrigerator until ready to bake the next day.

Bake salmon for 17-22 minutes. Time dependent on thickness of salmon; check at 17 minutes.

Remove salmon from oven. Garnish with chopped green onions. Servings: 4

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Grandma Burn’s Sweet Potato Casserole from Pete Christiansen, Longmont Magazine Advertising Representative

Sweet Potatoes

1 large can sweet potatoes drained ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup melted butter 2 eggs beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup white sugar ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Topping:

½ cup pecans 3 tablespoons flour Mixed pecans and flour together ¼ cup soft butter ¾ cup brown sugar DIRECTIONS: Blend Sweet Potatoes ingredients with fork Mix butter and brown sugar together then add pecan mix Sprinkle on top of sweet potato mixture

Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Dog Treats from Liz Smokowski, Chief Executive Officer, Longmont Humane Society 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour 2 eggs 1/2 cup canned pumpkin 2 tablespoons peanut butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350°.

Whisk together the flour, eggs, pumpkin, peanut butter, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl. Add water as needed to help make the dough workable, but the dough should be dry and stiff. Roll the dough into a 1/2-inch-thick roll. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces.

Bake in preheated oven until hard, about 40 minutes.

Cranberry Sauce with Lime and Ginger from Misty Kaiser, Content Coordinator, Longmont Magazine (Originally printed in Better Homes and Gardens) 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup maple syrup 1 1/2 teaspoons finely shredded lime peel 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 12-ounce package cranberries (3 cups) 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger

DIRECTIONS: Stir together water, sugar, maple syrup, lime peel, and lime juice in a heavy, medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until sugar has dissolved.

Add cranberries and continue to simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in ginger. Simmer, uncovered, 6 minutes more or until berries have popped and mixture starts to thicken, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat and let cool. Makes about 2 1/3 cups.

Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes and top with additional pecans

Paleo Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies from Jessica Eppler, Reception/Admin Assistant, Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce 1 cup blanched almond flour 1/4 cup coconut flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 6 tablespoons coconut oil room temperature (if coconut oil is a little melty, put it in the fridge until firmer, like softened butter. If you use it slightly melted, the dough will be greasy and chocolate chips will be hard to incorporate.)

3/4 cup coconut sugar, tightly packed 6 tablespoons natural almond butter, room temperature 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla 1 large egg,room temperature 1 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided (make sure to use paleo-friendly chips, if desired)

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DIRECTIONS: In a medium bowl, stir together the flours, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

In a large bowl with a mixer, beat together the coconut oil and sugar at medium speed until well combined, about 1 minute. With coconut oil, it may not come together easily. If that’s the case, use your hands to combine it and then beat another 20 seconds.

Beat in almond butter and vanilla on medium speed until combined. Beat in egg on low until well incorporated. Stir in the flour mixture until well combined.

Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips. Place the bowl in the refrigerator for about 1 hour or until the dough is firm.

Preheat the oven to 350° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Roll the dough into 8 balls and place the remaining 1/4 cup chocolate chips on the top and on the sides of the dough balls. You can also roll them into 16 smaller balls but then you need to adjust the baking time (a few minutes less). Place 4-inches apart on baking sheet. Press the cookies down lightly.

Bake for 11-14 minutes or until the surface of the center of the cookies no longer appears wet. They’ll be very soft but will continue to cook as they sit on the cookie sheet.

Let cool completely on the baking sheet. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Salty Thin and Crispy Oatmeal Cookies from Karen Stallard, Membership Director, Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce (Originally from America’s Test Kitchen episode: All Time Favorite Cookies) Makes 24 Cookies

Sweet Potato Pie from Misty Kaiser, Content Coordinator, Longmont Magazine

1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour (5-ounces) 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon table salt 14 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 3/4 sticks) softened but still cool, about 65 degrees 1 cup granulated sugar (7 ounces) 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar (1 3/4 ounces) 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt

2 large sweet potatoes, about 1 1/2 pounds 1/3 cup honey 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 cup heavy whipping cream 3 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust

DIRECTIONS:

DIRECTIONS:

Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Line 3 large (18- by 12-inch) baking sheets with parchment paper.

Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in medium bowl.

In standing mixer fitted with paddle attachment beat butter and sugars at medium-Iow speed until just combined, about 20 seconds. Increase speed to medium and continue to beat until light and fluffy, about 1 minute longer. Scrape down bowl with rubber spatula. Add egg and vanilla and beat on medium-low until fully incorporated, about 30 seconds. Scrape down bowl again. With mixer running at low speed, add flour mixture and mix until just incorporated and smooth, 10 seconds. With mixer still running on low gradually add oats and mix until well incorporated, 20 seconds. Give dough final stir with rubber spatula to ensure that no flour pockets remain and ingredients are evenly distributed.

Divide dough into 24 equal portions, each about 2 tablespoons (or use a No. 30 cookie scoop), then roll between palms into balls. Place cookies on prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 1/2 inches apart, 8 dough balls per sheet. Using fingertips, gently press each dough ball to 3/4-inch thickness.

Lightly sprinkle sea salt evenly over flattened dough balls before baking.

Bake 1 sheet at a time until cookies are deep golden brown, edges are crisp, and centers yield to slight pressure when pressed, 13 to 16 minutes, rotating baking halfway through. Transfer baking sheet to wire rack; cool cookies completely on sheet.

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Pierce washed sweet potatoes with a fork, wrap in foil, and place in the oven. Roast for 1 hour or until the potatoes are tender. Remove the foil from the potatoes and allow to cool. Once cool to the touch, remove the skins and discard.

Place the sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Using a food processor or blender, puree the sweet potatoes until smooth, about 3 to 5 minutes.

To the potato puree, add honey, granulated sugar, whipping cream, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and ginger. Beat ingredients together at low speed until well combined.

Pour the sweet potato filling into the pie shell and place in the oven. Immediately reduce the heat to 375°F. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until the center has set or a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Set aside to cool.

Top with dollops of:

Honey-Bourbon Whipped Cream

1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons bourbon 3 tablespoons honey

DIRECTIONS:

Pour whipping cream into chilled bowl and beat at high speed with a whisk, or mixer with whisk attachment. When cream is stiff, while mixer is running, slowly incorporate bourbon, and honey.

Beat until stiff peaks form.

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FOOD

PULLING OFF A SIMPLY MAGICAL HOLIDAY SPREAD (BPT) - Whether you’re hosting a small holiday gathering with friends or a formal dinner party with family, entertaining can be stressful. But with a few simple food-focused tips, you’ll be on your way to throwing the perfect holiday get-together headache-free.

For ease of planning, Executive Pastry Chef Christina Kaelberer of acclaimed Edwards Dessert Kitchen in Minneapolis suggests focusing your gathering around the table.

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TIP ONE: Create cocktails in batches for easy serving.

berer. “You don’t need to go out and purchase a bunch of expensive décor and spend hours transforming your entire home.”

“Holiday prep can be overwhelming, so I’m all for saving time,” she says.

“My advice is to focus your efforts on a few star desserts and cocktails, which can easily elevate any party.”

Following are Kaelberer’s three favorite tips for simple holiday entertaining.

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One thing you’ll find on the menu at Kaelberer’s dessert bar is an array of fabulous adult beverages. To save time, her team prepares batch cocktails daily to serve to patrons. Apply this practice to your party planning and you can keep glasses filled, guests happy and have plenty of time to mingle and enjoy.

For inspiration, look to classics such as the Old-Fashioned, with holiday flavors and warm spices. Add a splash of color by topping your punch bowl with orange slices or cherries. To accommodate all your guests, offer something simple, festive and non-alcoholic, such as sparkling cranberry water.

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TIP TWO: Make the dessert spread your grand centerpiece.

Your beautiful desserts deserve to be the center of attention. Holiday florals and ornaments can be expensive for how infrequently they’re used, so save time and money by letting the seasonal sweet treats serve as the holiday décor. Keep things visually interesting by serving a variety of flavor options with different textures and colors, such as layered trifles, fluffy pies and stacks of cookies and bars. Play around with platters,

TIP THREE: Rely on premium, thaw-and-serve desserts to bring the sweet.

If you’re planning to make desserts the focal point of your next gathering, why not opt for eye-catching items that will leave your guests thinking you spent hours in the kitchen? Thankfully, you don’t have to be a talented pastry chef to make a high-impact spread. A decadent, thaw-and-serve pie from your grocer’s freezer can elevate the occasion in minutes, whether it’s served straight out of the box or deconstructed into a new holiday creation.

bash, Kaelberer is sharing two recipes she crafted using créme pies that you can find in the frozen dessert aisle. You and your guests will be thrilled with the indulgent results.

serving bowls and flatware that have varying shapes and heights.

To inspire your upcoming holiday

PUMPKIN PIE BUDINO

TURTLE PIE ICE BOX CAKE

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS 2 packages chocolate wafer cookies 2 16-ounce containers whipped cream 2 Edwards Turtle Pies

1 Edwards Pumpkin Créme Pie 32-ounce container whipped cream 1 cup caramel sauce 1 cup crushed graham crackers DIRECTIONS Thaw PIE slightly for 20 minutes.

Scoop out filling and set aside.

Pipe whipped cream layer into a glass.

Add caramel sauce layer, spoon or pipe pie filling layer, add crushed graham cracker layer.

Add a second layer of whipped cream, caramel sauce and pie

DIRECTIONS In a 9-inch cake ring or springform pan, arrange a layer of wafer cookies.

Spread a cup of whipped cream on top of the cookies, spreading out to the edges of the pan.

Gently press one frozen pie into the whipped cream.

Layer another round of wafer cookies on top of the pie, pressing in to avoid air gaps.

Place another cup of whipped cream on top and spread to the edges of the pan. Repeat with another pie and gently press in.

Add a layer of wafer cookies and top with remaining whipped cream.

Add crushed wafer cookies on top for garnish.

filling.

Freeze overnight.

Garnish with graham cracker and serve.

Remove the springform pan and fill in sides and edges of cake with remaining whipped cream.

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LONGMONT AREA OFFERS A LIST OF

By SHELLEY WIDHALM for LONGMONT MAGAZINE

Longmont Turkey Trot is a long-standing community favorite holiday event.

(Photos courtesy Longmont Recreation Services)

The holidays bring thoughts of snow, pumpkin spice and hot chocolate—and, of course, a long list of fun events from fundraisers to concerts, balls, tours and trots.

The list for the Longmont area has everything from a turkey trot before Thanksgiving Day to a leftover turkey trot afterward, a couple of open house tours displaying holiday decorations and a snow sculpting championship as part of a celebration of snow, along with concerts, parades, ice skating and visits with Santa.

Longmont Turkey Trot The first item to check off the holiday list is the 44th annual Longmont Turkey Trot 10K or 2M on Nov. 10, hosted by the city of Longmont as a fundraiser for the City of Longmont Youth Scholarship Fund. This year’s theme is the Colorado Edition, encouraging the more than 2,000 racers expected to participate to showcase their Colorado spirit.

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“We want to celebrate Colorado pride because we know everybody loves the state we live in,” said Sara Taylor, interim recreation area supervisor for the city of Longmont.

Racers can choose from three versions, a 10K for a longer, more serious run of 6.2 miles that also has a wheelchair division and a 2-mile course for a shorter run. The course for the race will begin and end at Altona Middle School, 4600 Clover Basin Drive, and travel through LongmontMagazine.com

southwest Longmont.

“Our race course is really flat and fast,” Taylor said. “You’ve got a great view of the mountains when you’re running on it.”

The 10K begins at 9 a.m. and the 2M at 9:05 a.m. with awards presented in the school cafeteria at 10 a.m. for the 2M and 11:30 a.m. for the 10K. The cost to preregister for the race, which ends Nov. 8, is: November/December 2018

Leftover Turkey Trot is truly an event the whole family can enjoy. (Karen Kielian/Because of Becca Foundation)

2M: $20 for youth 19 and under and seniors 60 and over and $22 for adults.

10K: $22 for youth and seniors and $26 for adults.

On Nov. 9-10, there will be an additional $5 charge. On Nov. 9, registration is 4-6 p.m. at the Longmont Recreation Center, 310 Quail Rd. On race day, registration is 7-8:30 a.m. at the school. Registration also is available at longmontcolorado.gov/ rec, active.com or any of the city of Longmont recreation facilities.

Leftover Turkey Trot If one turkey trot isn’t filling over the holidays, try the 5th annual Leftover Turkey Trot Run/Walk on Nov. 24 at Roger’s Grove Park, 220 S. Hover St. The run/walk is hosted as a fundraiser by the Because of Becca Foundation in Erie to benefit several area youth sports organizations.

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“This is a family event. Our big emphasis is to bring families together,” said Hank Brady, co-founder and board president of the foundation. “It allows the families to come together without leaving anybody at home to prepare the Thanksgiving meal.”

Hank and his wife, Cheryl, co-founder and director of the foundation, lost their daughter, Becca, at age 19 in November 2010 and started the foundation and trot in memory of her. She’d planned to go to a turkey trot that year.

“We come to that time of year to remember good things and that families make good memories,” Cheryl said.

On race day, registration is 9-10 a.m. with the race beginning at 10:30 a.m. (which is a half-hour later start time than last year) and awards at 11:30 a.m. Those who register by Nov. 8 will be guaranteed a race T-shirt. The event is capped at 380 participants— last year, 300 people participated.

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The pricing for the event increases as registration gets closer to the event. Hibernating Turkey Registration is due Oct. 31 and will cost $20 for adults and $15 for youth 12 and under. Snoring Turkey Registration is Nov. 1-15, $25 for adults and $20 for youth. Tired Turkey Registration is Nov. 16-23, $30 for adults and $25 for youth. On race day, the Leftover Turkey Registration is $40 for adults and $30 for youth.

To register, visit becauseofbecca.org/ ltt .

Berthoud Snowfest Another way to enjoy the holidays is by sampling many activities in one event. The Berthoud Snowfest combines a hometown winter festival with the sanctioned Colorado State Snow Sculpting Championship Dec. 12-15.

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The traditional Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting take place on December 15 in Fickel Park followed by caroling and hay rides.

(Photo courtesy Berthoud Chamber of Commerce)

with the championship ending at 10 a.m. Dec. 15. Teams of two to three snow sculptors will use handmade snow and hand tools to create sculptures. Five of the teams are returning from last year.

“The caliber of the artists is incredible,” said Deanne Mulvihill, executive director of the Berthoud Area Chamber of Commerce, host of the event.

“Coming and watching the creativity of what they do and how they do it is wonderful. Not very often do you get to see artists in action. To actually watch them create, that’s what people need to come and see.”

Judging will begin at noon Dec. 15, and the winners will be announced at 3 p.m. with the sculptures up for at least one week, weather dependent.

The winning team will head to the national snow sculpting competition in Lake Geneva, Wis. Visitors will be treated to a list of other activities, including: • Artisan market, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Dec. 15 at Grace Place, 375 Meadowlark Drive.

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The Parade of Lights during the Longmont Lights weekend showcases Longmont’s thriving downtown area. (Photos courtesy Longmont Downtown Development Authority)

• Lighted parade, 5 p.m. Dec. 15 along Mountain Ave., followed by a tree lighting in Fickel Park and singing of Christmas carols by candlelight.

• Home and business decorating contest Dec. 14-15 with the best decorated home and business, as determined by a panel of judges, receiving a yard sign or certificate.

Other events include the PEO Holiday Home Tour Dec. 14-15 for a view of holiday decorating ideas, hosted by the Philanthropic Educational Organization, a live nativity scene Dec. 15 presented by the New Freedom Outreach Center and the Wildfire Community Arts Center’s Local Artist Market and art show Nov. 30-Dec. 2.

For more information, visit berthoudsnowfest.com .

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Lights, a weekend holiday celebration Dec. 7-8 at Roosevelt Park, 700 Longs Peak Ave., hosted by the city of Longmont since 2009. Each year, 2,500 to 3,000 people come out for the event.

“I believe the event got started to bring a winter element to Longmont to enjoy the holiday season,” said Marty Page, program coordinator for the city of Longmont. “It feels like winter wonderland at Roosevelt.”

The lineup of activities on Dec. 7 are 5-8 p.m. and include Santa’s Workshop, a parent-child craft activity 5-7:30 p.m., and live reindeer in front of the St. Vrain Memorial Building.

There also will be ice sculpting by Cool Hand Ice Carving, hot cocoa carts, fire pits at the park, food truck vendors at the Longs Peak parking lot area next to the park and open skating 12:30-7:30 p.m. at the Longmont Ice Pavilion.

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The Gift of Home Christmas Home Tour presents three homes decked out in Christmas decor, such as these homes from the 2017 tour.

(In This Light Photography/The Gift of Home Christmas Home Tour)

p.m. at Roosevelt Park, along with the Longmont Concert Band 6-7:45 p.m. at the Longmont Senior Center.

The list continues with train rides with the last ride ending at 7:30 p.m. and a fireworks display at 7:45 p.m. weather permitting. Prior to the display, Cheyenne Hot Air Balloon Club will present a balloon glow 5:30-7:30 p.m.

On Dec. 8, there will be more open ice skating 1-9 p.m. and a lighted parade at 5 p.m. of about 60 floats that will travel Third Avenue up to Eighth Avenue. The theme for the parade is Jingle Bell Rock, and floats will be judged for cash awards in the creative use of lights, workmanship and presentation.

New this year will be the Tiny Town North Pole Village by Slimblissity Tiny Homes with a tiny townhome and three pods decorated for the holidays.

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for people to view in the park,” Page said.

The Gift of Home Christmas Home Tour During the holidays, home tours are a popular way to raise money and to give the public a view of decorating ideas. The Gift of Home Christmas Home Tour, which had more than 1,500 attendees last year, is claimed to be the state’s largest Christmas home tour and will be Nov. 29-Dec. 1.

The self-guided tour, which serves as a fundraiser for Longmont Meals on Wheels, will feature three homes decorated for the holidays by an interior design team, and many of the items on display will be for sale. The homes will include a folk Victorian home built in 1886, a brick traditional home and a Colorado modern classical home. The teams doing the decorating will include Ace Hardware Longmont paired with interior designer Nancy Mahoney, Longmont Florist, Inc., and Niche Design House in Loveland.

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“Each home should feel different from the next. It will hopefully hit everybody’s taste,” said Katie Wiser, development and communications manager for the tour and Longmont Meals on Wheels. “These homes are professionally decorated and pack in a lot of decorations. It’s very heavily decorated for Christmas.”

The tour, offered for about 50 years and previously hosted by Longmont United Church of Christ, was passed on to Longmont Meals on Wheels three years ago. It serves as the nonprofit’s primary fundraiser—the goal is to raise $60,000 to support the preparation and delivery of meals to seniors and those with disabilities or returning from a hospital stay. The midday meal and associated wellness check allow them to remain where they are and experience “the gift of home.”

“It has a really storied history in Longmont, and it’s a beloved event that’s a kickoff to the Christmas season,” Wiser said.

VIP tickets are $45 for three tour

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days 5-9 p.m. Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Nov. 30 and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 1.

Dinner is included at one of four restaurants Nov. 29 (Pinocchios Incredible Italian, The Dickens Tavern, Longmont Public House and Martinis Bistro) with a tour preview, plus lunch at the Gift of Home cafe at the Longmont Senior Center 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 30 or Dec. 1 and access to the homes both days with one visit per home per ticket.

General admission tickets are $20-25 Nov. 30 to Dec. 1 and include the tour and lunch. There also will be an auction and door prize drawings with items on view during lunch.

For details, visit thegiftofhome.org.

There’s No Place Like Hoverhome

There’s No Place Like Hoverhome for the Holidays, takes place in the Hoverhome museum, 1309 Hover St. The tour, hosted by the St. Vrain Historical Society, Inc., in Longmont, will be over two weekends 1-4 p.m.

Dec. 8-9 and Dec. 15-16.

The theme for the tour, which draws an average of 200 people each year, is A Stitch in Time.

“We choose a new theme to update the decorations. That keeps things new and interesting, instead of seeing the same thing over and over again,” said Alyce Davis, executive director of the St. Vrain Historical Society and director of Hoverhome.

“We do have our volunteer docents that dress up in period and in a festive way.”

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of the Hovers and of their home, an English Tudor, Gothic Revival constructed in 1913-1914, while enjoying the decorations, Davis said.

To decorate the home, the historical society will work with the Interfaith Quilters of Longmont and Jean Ann Wright, a quilter and quilt historian, who will bring in quilts for the holiday displays.

“We’ll be theming the decorations around each one of those quilts,” Davis said, explaining that traditional Christmas decorations will enhance the quilts in the home’s five bedrooms, seamstress room, dining room, kitchen and foyer. “It’s amazing how you can bring normal everyday items and incorporate them with a Christmas tour.”

The cost for the tour is $10. It serves as a fundraiser for the historical society to help with its mission of historic preservation and education.

For details, visit stvrainhistoricalsociety.com.

mont indoor mall in the food court (where it was known as the mall ball) before it relocated to the historic opera house, built in 1881 by William Henry Dickens, a relative of author Charles Dickens.

At that time, the ball featured live music, dancing, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar and today still has the same type of activities, along with a $1,000 cash giveaway and games for cash prizes. The band this year will be Wash Park, a 13-piece band that plays covers from the 1970s to current.

“There’s nothing else like it. It’s a dress-up, knock-down dinner dance.

You come knocked out in your holiday finest,” said Rich Schenker, past-president and member of the Longmont Twin Peaks Rotary Club and of the Holiday Ball committee.

“This is a big party event. … It’s great, great fun. It’s full of energy and holiday decorations.”

Holiday Ball

The ball serves as a fundraiser for local charities—in the past, one was

Get into the holiday spirit by attending the 2018 Rotary Holiday Ball, presented by the Longmont and Twin Peaks Rotary clubs. The fun, food and libations will be 7-10 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Dickens Opera House, 300 Main St. in Longmont.

picked, but this year, the proceeds will be divided among the two clubs’ charity funds to distribute to the charities they support. So far, the clubs have donated $150,000.

Tickets are $75 and can be purchased

The Twin Peaks Rotary Club launched the event 25 years ago, discontinued it for seven years and then reactivated it three years ago as a joint effort with the Longmont Rotary Club. The ball originally was held in what used to be the LongLongmontMagazine.com

at Ace Hardware, 1720 Main St., or online at twinpeaksrotary.org/holiday-ball-2018/. Attendance is limited to 300 people.

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We’ve gathered events of all varieties in one place, just for you.

FREE (PAY WHAT YOU LIKE) COMMUNITY YOGA CLASS

Saturdays in November, 6-7 p.m., Left Hand Yoga Studio, 1811 Hover St, Longmont

Each pay-what-you-like yoga class will be led by a different teacher each week so you get to try a variety of approaches.

First Saturday: Warm Yin Yoga with James Allison Second Saturday: Kundalini Yoga with Martin Cash Third Saturday: Qigong with Joshin Bogatin Fourth Saturday: All levels vinyasa Flow with Heather (Feather) Hottovy lefthandyoga.org

MOLLIE MCGEE’S HOLIDAY CRAFT MARKET

November 17 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; November 18,10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Boulder County Fairgrounds, Hover and Nelson Roads Over 160 carefully selected fine art and craft vendors at each show. Find gourmet foods, handcrafted jewelry, bath products, home décor and more. $4 covers both days (kids under 12 free). molliemcgee.com

2018 ROTARY HOLIDAY BALL

November 17, 7-10 p.m.; Dickens Opera House, 300 Main St., Longmont The Rotary Clubs of Longmont are partnering to kick off the season with a festive holiday ball. twinpeaksrotary.org/ holiday-ball-2018 70 LONGMONT MAGAZINE

November 23, 6:30-7 p.m.; Downtown Longmont, 6th Ave. Plaza Get in the spirit and light up Longmont for the holidays at the annual Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony. Sip on hot cocoa to the festive tunes of carolers, get your goody bags, and enjoy the first lights of the season at this community event. downtownlongmont.com/calendar/holidayevents

LIGHT-A-CANDLE TO SUPPORT YOUR LIBRARY November 27-December 10, Longmont Library, 409 Fourth Ave., Longmont

Buy a book to add to the library collection for this 33rd annual holiday event. longmontcolorado.gov

LEFTOVER TURKEY TROT 5K

November 25; Roger’s Grove, 220 S. Hover St., Longmont Skip the leftover turkey this year and try the Leftover Turkey Trot instead! becauseofbecca.org

THE GIFT OF HOME HOLIDAY HOME TOUR

November 29, 5-9 p.m.; November 30, 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. December 1, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

First Congregational United Church of Christ, 9th and Francis, Longmont Three of the most beautifully decorated homes in Longmont will be open for public viewing. thegiftofhome.org

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TLC LEARNING CENTER CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL

December 1, 5:30 p.m., The St Vrain, 635 3rd Ave., Longmont; December 2, 10 a.m.,The Wild Game, 2251 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont.

Beautiful trees decorated with gifts will be raffled while guests enjoy dinner or lunch, cash bar, and live entertainment. learningwithtlc.org/ctf

Experience DINING

Diverse and extensive menu.

Classic upscale pub fare, burgers, sandwiches, salads & more.

Sports

NFl & COllEGE FOOtBall!

Photo by Katie Going

THE NUTCRACKER

December 1, 4 p.m.; December 2, 2 p.m.

Vance Brand Civic Auditorium, 600 E. Mountain View Ave., Longmont

Join us in the Red Zone!

The Red Zone is your home for every key game, college or pro!

The Longmont Symphony Orchestra and The Boulder Ballet present the holiday favorite. longmontsymphony.org/ concerts/nutcrackerballet

Enjoy PUMPHOUSE BREWS

LONGMONT LIGHTS

House-brewed beers available only in our restaurant & brewery.

December 7, 5-8 p.m.; December 8, 1 to 9 p.m.

Roosevelt Park, Longmont Longmont’s premier holiday event, including sky divers, fireworks, crafts, refreshments, entertainment and a parade. longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-n-z/ recreation-services/special-events-recreation/longmont-lights

BIG KID ORNAMENT MAKING

December 5, 9-10:30 a.m. or 3:30-5 p.m.; Longmont Museum, 350 Kimbark St., Longmont Bring your kiddos ages 5-12 to the Longmont Museum and help them create keepsake holiday decorations! Register early by calling (303) 651-8374. longmontcolorado.gov/ departments/departments-e-m/museum/education/summer-camps

THE NUTCRACKER

Watch & Play

Huge light and bright sports bar.

All your favorite games on 33 HD TVs. Pool tables, video games & Pool tables, video games, air hockey & pinball.

December 21,7 p.m; December 22, 2 and 7 p.m.; December 23, 1 p.m.; Niwot High School, 8989 Niwot Road, Niwot The classic holiday tale of Clara and her prince as they travel to the land of sweets comes to life on stage. centennialstateballet.org November/December 2018

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PUMPHOUSE BREWERY PUMP Since 1996

Serving Longmont for 22 Years

540 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501 (303) 702-0881 pumphousebrewery.com

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SANTA STORY TIME & BRUNCH

LONGMONT MUSEUM HOLIDAY FESTIVAL

December 16, Concert only 7 p.m.; December 17, Santa Reception 3 p.m., Concert 4 p.m.; Longmont Museum, 350 Kimbark St., Longmont A holiday celebration filled with sounds of the season, featuring the Heath Walton Jazz Quintet, Longmont’s Centennial State Ballet in excerpts from the Nutcracker, Venezuelan rhythms from Gonzalo Teppa. The matinee will feature refreshments and a visit from Santa. Alcoholic beverages will also be available for purchase. (400 Quail Rd., Longmont)

December 21, 9-11 a.m.; Longmont Museum, 350 Kimbark St., Longmont Celebrate the holidays at a story time and brunch with Santa. Enjoy snacks and spread holiday cheer as Santa entertains the whole family. Make sure to bring your holiday wish lists and camera to take your own photos! This event sells out; get your tickets in advance by calling (303)651-8374. longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-e-m/museum/education/ summer-camps

YULE BALL

December 28, 6-9 p.m.; Longmont Museum, 350 Kimbark St., Longmont Park your broom, dance and feast with us at this all ages Harry Potter-themed Yule Ball! Renowned witches and wizards from all over the world will be on hand for lessons in the magical arts. Dress robes encouraged but not required.

For those who want a little extra preparation, attend the $5 dance lesson prior to the ball beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Buy tickets early by calling 303-651-8374. longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-e-m/museum/education/summer-camps

You are invited to the Longmont

GIFT OF HOME TOUR

This self-guided guided ttour, a benefit for Longmont Meals on Wheels, features 3 homes professionally adorned for the holidays with decorations available for sale.

Thursday is a VIP preview night with dinner at 1 of 4 restaurants. Tickets also include a luncheon at The Gift of Home Cafe on Friday or Saturday. VIP tickets are $40.

General Admission tickets are $20/$25 at the door. Volunteer tickets are $10.

TOUR DATES AND TIMES • Thursday, November 29, VIP Dinner and Preview Night, 5 – 9 pm • Friday, November 30, 10 am – 7 pm • Saturday, December 1, 9 am – 3 pm For tickets and more information go to www.thegiftofhome.org.

Ticket outlets listed on the website.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Please contact Meghan at 303.772.0540 to volunteer or with questions.

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POST-HOLIDAY RECYCLING

Bring a current City of Longmont Utility Bill and identification to show that you are a City resident paying for trash/ recycling services and recycle your holiday leftovers responsibly.

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING

HOLIDAY LIGHTS RECYCLING

After you’ve removed all decorations and lights from your tree, drop it off to be recycled into mulch or turned into fish habitat. Drop-off locations: Roosevelt Park - 8th Ave. and Pratt St. Garden Acres Park - 18th Ave. and Tulip St. Kanemoto Park - S. Pratt Pkwy. and S. Coffman St. Centennial Park - Alpine St. and Verdant Circle.

Waste Diversion Center- 140 Martin St., Longmont

Have you recently upgraded your holiday lights or have some strands simply stopped working? Don’t throw them away, wrap each string into a ball and drop them off at the Waste Diversion Center in a specially designated bin to recycle your light strands.

December 26, 2018-January 6, 2019

December 26, 2018 - January 18, 2019

HOLIDAY WRAPPING PAPER RECYCLING

December 26, 2018 - January 18, 2019

Wrapping paper is considered a contaminant and can’t be placed in your regular recycling bin, so take advantage of this special opportunity at the Waste Diversion Center (140 Martin St., Longmont). There are still a few things that are not allowed, such as: metallic wrapping paper, ribbons, bows, ornaments, tissue paper, fluorescent or dark paper or paper covered in tape.

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BLOCK STYROFOAM® MATERIAL RECYCLING Check the white foam packing around all of those electronics and toys and bring any white foam block No. 6 (no foam peanuts) to the Waste Diversion Center, year-round.

Please stop at the attendant’s window for directions to the special collection bin.

View the full Holiday Recycling Guide and find more information at longmontcolorado.gov/departments/ departments-n-z/trash-and-recycling/special-servicesevents/holiday-recycling .

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1400 Dry Creek Drive, Longmont 3000 Center Green Drive, Ste. 250, Boulder 300 Exempla Circle, Suite 120, Lafayette 1616 15th Street, Greeley

Mon-Sat 9AM - 10PM Sun 10am - 7pm Open Thanksgiving Day 9am-2pm

Eat, drink and be thankful!

Holiday Gift Baskets available now!

1250 South Hover (Next to Whole Foods Market), Longmont, CO (303) 485-9463 wyattswetgoods.com