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t’s time to celebrate with family and friends. It’s time for some family fun, for toys and games, for gadgetry, and, of course, a special bauble for your sweetie. It’s also time to share the delights of being the hostess with the most-est and enjoy the tasty delights of the season. Our neighborhood merchants are chock full of great ideas for everyone on the list; many of those gift suggestions are highlighted throughout these pages.
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Nature’s way
Great ideas for the gardeners among us By Kristen Castillo hower the gardeners in your life with the tools they need to grow beautiful and delicious things. Whether your recipient already has a green thumb or is just thinking about starting a new hobby, there are some great gift ideas out there for every level of gardening interest and skill. Herb and Vegetable Cookbook Everyone gets stumped from time-to-time when planning meals or figuring out how best to incorporate a fresh harvest into tonight’s dinner. Consider gifting a little inspiration. Any vegetable gardener will appreciate a great cookbook that focuses on cooking with fresh herbs and vegetables. There are many options — from cookbooks that focus on vegetable side dishes to vegetarian ones where veggie main dishes take center stage. Bring the Outdoors In Why only grow tasty vegetables and beautiful flowers part of the year? For the year-round enthusiast, consider an indoor garden. For example, The Miracle-Gro AeroGarden is a soil-free garden that grows herbs, vegetables, salad greens and flowers five times faster than plants grown in soil. Because it uses advanced hydroponics to create an ideal environment for healthy growth, your gift recipient won’t need expertise for a successful garden to thrive. Plants grown in an Aerogarden receive an ideal balance of water, air and liquid nutrients packed with calcium, iron, magnesium and other key minerals. It also features a control panel to tell you when to add water, eliminating some of the trickier guesswork. Foodies and health enthusiasts 6 — November 29, 2018
Spread good cheer this season with unique birdhouses, wild bird feeders and big seed ornaments. Put a smile on a birds’ face too with a perfectly fun gift for all nature buffs.
will also be pleased to know that many of the seeds provided are heirloom varieties, and the company sources organic seeds when possible Feed the Birds Help your favorite gardener attract pollinators and add a touch of beauty to the garden with a unique bird feeder. The birds attracted by the feeder will do more than bring beauty to the recipient’s garden — they can help cross pollinate plants and flowers, as well. If you’re crafty, consider making it yourself, or use an online marketplace to find a unique, hand-crafted or vintage treasure. And if your recipient is crafty, consider giving him or her a do-it-yourself feeder or birdhouse kit. HOLIDAY MAGIC
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A very nerdy holiday
The perfect gifts for the fantasy/saga lover in your life By Alissa Stevens t’s safe to say that the past few years have been some of the best yet for nerds. From comic book superheroes to “Star Wars” to “Game of Thrones,” film sagas and TV shows have been delighting children — and adults — of all ages. Many even say that nerdy is the new cool! This holiday season, skip the graphic tees and transport your nerdy adult loved ones to their favorite galaxy with one of these fun yet practical gifts. Geek out with decor Are people looking to geek out their home offices or refresh their artwork? Saga-inspired decor can make a room feel like home. “Star Wars” fans will appreciate the MokuShop handmade AT-AT wood bookends. This quirky but subtle creative touch to your bookshelf allows you to display everything from your favorite comic books to your “Iron Man” DVDs. The staff at the Nerd Much? website put together a list of “101 Geek Gifts for Nerds” that includes minimalist vintage-looking superhero movie posters (often found on Etsy). Your friends can hang up their favorite DC and Marvel characters in their office, play room or movie room to create a super-cool atmosphere. Wear your favorite epic Those who express themselves through fashion will love themed accessories and clothing. When epic battles are happening “a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away,” or in the year 2364, or in the Seven Kingdoms, a stylish timekeeper will come in handy. Nixon has created an exclusive line of high-end “Star Wars” watches for men and women with subtle saga nods and a 8 — November 29, 2018
Skip the graphic tees this year and transport your nerdy adult loved ones to their favorite galaxy with fun yet practical gifts.
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Get ‘em while you can Hot toys to buy this season By Diane Schlindwein ttention parents and grandparents: Toy experts are predicting that gift-givers will shop for both familiar and not-so-familiar requests for the kids on your list this year. From toy pets, to movie sagas, to classic American Girl dolls, there’s plenty to delight children of all ages. Furry friends The newest — and possibly most difficult to find — toys will likely be Scruff-A-Luvs by Moose Toys. Each little adoptable stuffed pet dog, cat or rabbit comes in a box as a matted ball of fur with only its bright eyes showing. Once kids wash, blow-dry and style the hair, their new pet is revealed in all its glory. Each pet comes with a grooming brush, a collar with a nametag and an adoption certificate. The Scruff-A-Luv will teach your little ones to care for creatures. For young dinosaur lovers, Hasbro’s furReal Munchin’ Rex is a soft gift that readily accepts hugs. He comes with a bottle, a broccoli treat and a special cookie. Offer him something to eat and he’ll react with one of almost three dozen sound-and-motion combinations. Keep the food coming and he’ll entertain kids for hours. This little dino is a lovable handful. Magical creatures Unicorns are hot this year, and the WowWee Fingerlings unicorns will be on many wish lists. Gigi is a white unicorn complete with a lovely rainbow tail and mane. Like her predecessors, last year’s wildly popular Fingerlings monkeys, she hugs a child’s finger and responds to touch, motion and noise. Christopher Byrne, content director of Toys,
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Tots, Pets and More, has noted that WowWee is well-known for “incorporating play and electronics” that kids “really respond to.” Hot Wheels — An enduring classic This year, Hot Wheels is celebrating its 50th anniversary, points out Chris Down, senior vice president and global brand general manager of Hot Wheels. This year’s new Hot Wheels City system is a good American Girl’s 2018 Girl of the Year is Luciana Vega, who pick for the youngest Hot dreams of being the first person on Mars. Wheels fans. He says it’s a system that alchildren’s Christmas wishes. Luciana lows for “push-around” play and some dreams of being the first person on “crash-and-bash” action that little Mars, according to Susan Jevens, drivers will love. associate manager of public relaThe Force is always with us Kids who love to build and Lego fans will be hoping for a “Star Wars” kit under their tree. Anakin’s Jedi Starfighter features retractable landing gear, an opening minifigure cockpit, space for R2-D2, an Anakin Skywalker minifigure, an R2-D2 figure and more. The Republic Fighter Tank, featured in “The Clone Wars” TV show, has two elevating guns with stud shooters, hidden wheels for a hover look, rear ammo storage, two minifigures and two droid figures. With these models and others, your young Padawan will be excited to blast off into the “Star Wars” galaxy. Girl power American Girl is expecting the American Girl 2018 Girl of the Year, Luciana Vega, to fulfill many lucky HOLIDAY MAGIC
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Plain brown paper and a fabric ribbon can make an attractive package under the tree or by the menorah.
Put the earth on your gift list Green holiday gift wrap By Chelle Cordero hen making your holiday shopping list this year, don’t forget to give a gift to our planet and all its inhabitants. According to the Environmental Protection Agency blog, “Between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, American household waste increases by more than 25 percent. Trash cans full of holiday food waste, shopping bags, bows and ribbons, packaging, and wrapping paper contribute an additional 1 million tons a week to our landfills.” Reducing waste can cut down greenhouse gas emissions, helps conserve our natural resources and has positive effects for future generations. Here are a few terrific holiday gift wrap alternatives so you can help the environment (and have a bit of family fun at the same time). Wrap away, but don’t be wasteful It’s fun to watch everyone’s eyes light up at the sight of gaily wrapped surprises. But in just minutes, the wrapping is torn off; the bows are 14 — November 29, 2018
scattered; the boxes are ripped open; and there is a pile being dumped into the garbage can for transport to the local dump. Why waste money on throwaway wrapping paper that will have less than a few minutes’ worth of glory and use when you can make a gift presentation that will last? You can still have the pleasure of surprising your loved ones with terrific gifts and even make a commotion about the presentation while you begin to reduce, reuse and recycle. Get creative Plan a family day to make your own wrapping paper. Get a newsprint pad from your favorite art supply store; get a roll of plain craft paper; or even collect a bunch of brown paper shopping bags, and gather around your table with crayons or colored pencils. Draw pictures and colorful designs, and then wrap your holiday gifts with this homemade gift wrap. Make sure the kids sign their artwork. It will meaningful for grandparents to receive a gift adorned with a special wrapping just for them. Adults will also enjoy letting their inner child come out as they decorate. HOLIDAY MAGIC
Add that personal touch Wrap your presents in everyday materials like newspaper, print and all, and tie them with colorful fabric ribbons. It’s inexpensive. The paper is completely biodegradable. And fabric ribbons are reusable. You can use either the comics section with a simple bow or just the printed newspaper (no color or ads) for the classiest look. Stop before you throw out last year’s (or older) colorful road maps and calendars; you can use them to wrap packages instead. Most tissue paper is made from recycled materials (read the package label). If you need to place a gift in a box with tissue, use colorful wrapping for the box. Fabrics are a completely reusable option. Silk scarves, dinner napkins and other swatches of fabric can be pulled around a package and the corners tied together for a touch of whimsy. It’s easy to make the wrapping part of the present, too: Use a small canvas tote bag for your favorite book lover. A decorative Tshirt can wrap an odd-shaped gift or a doll. Stuff a manicure set into cotton gloves. Wrap a recipe book with a cooking apron. Or bundle personal toiletries in a bath towel. HERALD COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS
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Entertain with gusto Savory appetizers, gifts and more rom delectable appetizers to delicious holiday gifts, this is the season to let your cooking chops shine. These recipes make it easy to elevate everyone’s palate, serve up delightfully delicious goodies to serve guests or give as gifts. Bacon, Baked Brie and Cranberry Holiday Melts 24 multigrain crackers 24 small slices brie cheese 1/4 cup prepared cranberry sauce 2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled Heat broiler to high and position rack in center of oven. Arrange crackers in single layer on foil-lined baking sheet. Top each cracker with slice of brie, 1/2 teaspoon cranberry sauce and sprinkle of bacon. Broil 1-2 minutes, or until cheese is melted. For vegetarian option, substitute chopped hickory-smoked almonds or pecans for bacon. Party Poppers 8 ounces pitted dates 4 ounces brie cheese 6 ounces slivered almonds 1 1/2 pounds 16 — November 29, 2018
thick sliced bacon 2 teaspoons ground black pepper Heat oven to 375 F. Cut dates in half, lengthwise. Cut brie into bite-size pieces, about the size of peanuts. Place one piece of Brie and four almond pieces on each open date half. Place other half on top. Quarter bacon slices, wrap tightly around stuffed dates and secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle with pepper. Line baking sheet with foil and place wrapped dates on top. Bake 15 minutes, or until bacon is crispy. Serve warm. Yields 36 poppers. French-Style Marinated Cheese 6 ounces semi-hard cheese or hickory smoked cheese 2 ounces black or green olives 1 small leek, bulb only (or small shallot) 1 tablespoon fresh oregano or tarragon (or equivalent dried) 1 teaspoon green or black peppercorns 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or equivalent dried) 1 clove garlic 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 glass canning jar Cube cheese and thinly slice olives and leek. Finely chop oregano and peppercorns, and finely mince thyme and garlic. HOLIDAY MAGIC
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Foodie items for an aspiring chef By Teresa Curto ith the flood of photos showcasing drool-worthy meals on social media, it’s likely that there is a self-proclaimed “foodie” in your life. Read ahead for perfect gift ideas at every price point that will delight aspiring chefs. Veggie Bullet The Veggie Bullet is a food prep system that makes some of the more tedious kitchen tasks take mere seconds. With attachments for slicing and shredding, a cutting board and knife are not required to end up with perfectly sliced potatoes. Perhaps the most novel of the Veggie Bullet’s abilities is the spiralizing function. Spiralizing different types of squashes for a low-calorie substitute for pasta is all the rage for people looking for ways to slash calories from their diets. Vitamix The Vitamix is a high-powered blender that boasts the ability to do much more than make smoothies. It has the power to 18 — November 29, 2018
create nut butters, pestos and soups without burning out the motor or clogging up the blades. The Vitamix has gained popularity in its ability to prepare many of the trendiest food items. Riced cauliflower is a healthy alternative to other starches and is easiest when prepared in a high-speed blender such as this one. Pureed cashews mixed with a few different seasonings and nutritional yeast takes on a likeless to nacho cheese and is a tasty alternative among those looking to incorporate more plants into their diet.
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en brown consistency place a smear of the crimini mushrooms blended into seasoned (sprinkle in lightly some grated Romano cheese, granulated garlic and a dash of black pepper) ricotta on top of your cutlets then lightly cover with the shredded mozzarella cheese. Baked in oven at 400 F for about 8-10 minutes until cheese melts evenly and ricotta is nice and hot. While the chicken bakes, prepare the sauce. Pour the heavy cream, mushrooms, roux (a 50-50 split of congealed flour and butter) pureed fresh tomatoes, oregano, basil and parsley into your sauté pan. Stir intermittingly. Serve with the sauce poured over the finished chicken. Serves 4-5 people.
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Gifts from the future
What to get your tech-savvy loved ones By Madison Hurr t’s that time of year again: Bells are ringing, children are singing and you should probably be buying gifts for all your family members soon. You’ve brainstormed for hours, but perhaps the creative juices just aren’t flowing after all these years of holiday gift-giving. Gift-giving is notoriously difficult and stressful, even for those whom you know well and love. Luckily, there still are novel, interesting gifts out there for everyone from your daughter-in-law who seems to already own everything to your second cousin who always seems to be using new technology. Here are a few ideas: Stitch Fix While some online gift services leave your loved one a generic fruit bouquet or a bundle of socks they’ll never wear, Stitch Fix takes online personalization to a new realm: wardrobes. After an initial style quiz where you can set your budget, size and style preferences, a Stitch Fix personal stylist will curate and send you a “fix” of five pieces (clothing, shoes and accessories) that fit your unique style. After a $20 styling fee, which can be applied to the price of any item you decide to buy, you can try everything on and decide which items you’d like to keep. There are no upfront payments, and returns are free. If you don’t know the lucky gift recipient’s size or style preferences, Stitch Fix also offers gift cards. This is a great option for anyone from the family fashionista to the uncle who rotates through the same four buttondowns each week. TaoTronics Bluetooth Earphones A lot more af20 — November 29, 2018
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fordable than $160 Airpods, these Bluetooth earphones sell for less than $30 on Amazon and come in a variety of colors. They come with different earpiece sizes to ensure they stay snug in your ears. The backs of the earphones are magnetic, so you can connect them and keep them around your neck while you’re not using them. The battery is rechargeable, and a full charge allows for five hours of continuous play time. These headphones are a perfect gift for your niece who likes to listen to music while she jogs and for anyone else you know who still uses corded earphones and could use a wireless update. Get these for convenient, high-quality audio that doesn’t break the bank! Mobile Photo Printer Nowadays, smartphones have largely taken over the role of DSLR and compact cameras. While it’s wonderful and convenient that so many smartphone users now store their images on the cloud, this means that fewer and fewer people are actually printing out photos to enjoy and share. Mobile photo printers make this HOLIDAY MAGIC
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In the holiday kitchen
Traditional Hanukkah treats always have a place on the table t will soon be time to feast on some luscious, crispy potato latkes. In fact, why not put a new twist on the latke tradition and fry up a bunch of different versions and judge which type is the best – sort of a “Latke Top Chef”? Traditional Latkes Makes approximately 12 palm-sized latkes 4 medium potatoes 1 medium onion 2 eggs 1/2 cup matzah meal (flour or bread crumbs can be substituted) 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon each salt and black pepper (more or less to taste) Vegetable oil Shred the potatoes and onion into a large bowl. Press out all excess liquid. Add eggs and mix well. Add matzah meal gradually while mixing until the batter is doughy, not too dry. (you may not need the whole amount, 24 — November 29, 2018
depending on how well you drained the veggies). Add the baking powder, salt and pepper and mix well. Heat about 1/2 inch of oil to medium-high heat. Form the batter into thin patties about the size of your palm. Fry batter in oil. Be patient: this takes time, and too much flipping will burn the outside without cooking the inside. Flip when the bottom is golden brown. Place finished latkes on paper towels to drain. Sweet Potato Latkes 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and coarsely grated 2 scallions, finely chopped 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 3/4 cup vegetable oil Stir together potatoes, scallions, flour, eggs, salt, and pepper. Heat oil in a deep 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Working in batches of 4, spoon 1/8 cup potato mixture per latke into oil and flatten to 3-inch diameter with a slotted spatula. Reduce heat to moderate HOLIDAY MAGIC
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Holiday children’s books bring fun to December By Lee Littlewood ooks about upcoming holidays provide anticipatory excitement and activities for children. These new releases will help kids weather December school days and look forward to holiday celebrations. “Santa, Please Bring Me a Gnome,” by An Swerts; illustrations by Eline van Lindenhuizen; Clavis New York; 28 pages; $17.99 This homey, whimsical story, translated to English from Dutch, introduces young Tess, who just wants a gnome friend for Christmas. Grandma and Grandpa help her build dollhouse furniture and sew gnome clothing, and Tess leaves an orange slice out for him. But when Christmas morning comes, there isn’t a gnome downstairs. What Tess finds instead is a hamster alongside a letter from Santa explaining that Gerard the Gnome was packed and ready to go until he rescued a scared hamster that needed a home. Young children will enjoy the happy ending and the funny rounded illustrations. “Jingle Bells,” by Susan Jeffers; HarperCollins; 32 pages; $17.99 The classic song “Jingle Bells” has been sung time and time again. What makes Susan Jeffers’ new picture book different is her lively winter scenes, large emboldened text, hidden animals and silent side stories on every page. A girl, a boy, a pony and a mischievous dog journey to Grandma’s house, and the dog often jumps out of the sleigh to interact with hidden creatures. This “Jingle Bells” is a perfect, jolly holiday picture book with lots to gaze upon. It also includes a quiz about which animals to find. 28 — November 29, 2018
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Gift Boxes to Decorate and Make Christmas,” by Sarah Walsh; Nosy Crow/Candlewick Press; 50 pages; $15.99 Engaging children in holiday preparations and decorations is a fun way for them to help. This big sturdy book of 24 uncolored cardstock boxes to cut out, fold and color lets kids be more involved in the giving aspect of Christmas. Sarah Walsh’s artsy, folksy scenes feature gingerbread people, reindeer, ornaments, stockings, owls and other wintry, nonreligious but homey holiday images. “Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas,” by Pamela Ehrenberg; pictures by Anjan Sarkar; 32 pages; $14.99 “Making Indian food that my mom ate as a kid for a Jewish holiday that my dad grew up with -- that was a lucky combination,” explains a boy with a mixed-race family and an overactive little sister as they prepare for Hanukkah. The only time little Sadie will stop climbing things is when her brother sings, “ had a little dosa; I made it out of dai” while their family HOLIDAY MAGIC
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‘Tis the season
Expert tips for seamless hosting s we gear up for the busy holiday season, a foolproof plan is essential for throwing an unforgettable party everyone will be talking about. Whether it’s a casual weekend brunch, formal sit-down dinner or a glitzy cocktail party, you want to make sure the atmosphere is set, and that you’re party ready. Interior designer and artistic advisor to LG Studio appliances, Nate Berkus, is not just a design guru but also an expert party planner and host. “The key to minimizing stress during the holiday entertaining season is to keep things simple, and be as prepared as possible,” Berkus says. ”Making sure everyone, including the host, is relaxed and enjoying themselves is the most important element of a good party. Whether it’s the food, the decor and anything in between, nothing should feel uptight or overcomplicated.” Berkus shares his best holiday entertaining tips — from the festive to the practical and, of course, always stylish. It’s OK to leave the cooking to someone else Don’t let the fact that you don’t like to cook stop you from throwing a festive holiday get together. Call your favorite restaurant and have them cater it. Decant the dishes on to beautiful plates, platters and bowls. No one will know you ordered in — unless you want to tell them! Make sure your kitchen is ready Fact: the kitchen ends up becoming command central at any party. Guests love to congregate there, despite your best efforts otherwise. Embrace the fact 30 — November 29, 2018
Think chic, and best of all, easy, when it comes to your holiday gathering.
that people will gather at your kitchen island, and make it part of the party, whether it’s setting up a food or drink station or adding in extra seating. Nothing feels more familiar and welcoming than a kitchen, especially during the holidays. If you’re planning on doing some kitchen renovation or need to replace an appliance, it’s also important to make smart choices when it comes to your appliances, so they can do your work for you — and look good doing it. Prepare as much as you can in advance When you entertain, you want to be able to greet each and every guest as they arrive, and be a part of the party. Have your holiday cocktail already mixed and ready to go, the wine open and the sparkling water set up at a bar where guests can help themselves. Every horizontal space is an opportunity, so use trays, side tables and your kitchen island to set up food stations. You want your guests to feel at home.
for traditional red and green decor, but the truth is it’s much easier to work with a neutral palette. Use natural materials like woven baskets and mats, and layer in metallic accents. Things like brass candle holders and napkin rings will instantly up the glam factor. Pull greenery from the garden, and finish off your tablescape with candles. Mix up the seating chart If you’re doing a sit down dinner, change things up by seating the host in the middle of the table, rather than at the end, and plan out who sits around them. Your goal is to have people get to know each other, and spark unexpected connections and conversations. And nothing is chicer than a beautifully prepared place card at each setting. Your guests can also take it with them, as a small memento from the night.
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Making a statement Jewelry is always in season n the flurry of gifts for any occasion, it’s really hard to make yours stand out. But you can ensure the gift you give will be the special one the lucky recipient remembers long after the parties are over and the decorations are packed away. Begin by choosing a gift that will make an emotional connection between giver and receiver as well as one that holds material value. The best place to go is your local jewelry store. You’ll find jewelry gift ideas not offered in department or discount stores, and you’ll have the assistance of a jewelry professional who knows the latest styles, the best qualities and the pieces that best suit certain personalities. With that in mind, consider these options for those special people on your list this year. Men 1. Watches. Quartz, mechanical and pocket watches are the go-to choice of jewelry for men. But make your gift special by choosing the fine watch he has wanted for years, a watch with his favorite sports team’s logo on the face or a pocket watch with his name engraved on the case. 2. Cuff links or money clip. Wrap up a combination gift by inserting cuff links into a new French cuff shirt, or fold a dollar bill for luck and a gift certificate for his favorite restaurant into a money clip. 3. Dog tags engraved with his initials. On the backside, engrave a secret message for added impact. 4. Winder for mechanical watches. These are not only functional, but also a beautiful conversation starter for him to 32 — November 29, 2018
place in a home office instead of hide in the bedroom. 5. Pen or pen set. In this day of digital communication, remind him what pens are for by including a set of assorted masculine greeting cards. Women 1. Heart-shaped jewelry or charm bracelets. A spouse or boyfriend will never go wrong with a heart necklace or other heart-shaped jewelry. Personalize it with her favorite gemstones or engrave her name along with yours on the back. Charm bracelets, such as the PANDORA® line, will give you a chance to select charms unique to her personality. 2. Tell her you’re glad she was born. A ring or pendant with her birthstone or those of both partners will be meaningful to her. 3. Expand her timepiece wardrobe. Choose a rugged watch she can wear while at the gym or gardening, a more refined precious metal watch for work or an elegant diamond watch for evenings out. 4. Sterling silver picture frame. Include a photo that’s meaningful to her. Children may choose a photo of themselves, a sibling might find a childhood photo of the recipient and a spouse can insert a beautiful photo they took on their honeymoon or other special trip. 5. Ring holder. A pewter, crystal or sterling silver ring tree, ring box or ring tray will keep everything organized when she removes her jewelry at the end of the day. Teens 1. Like mother, like child. Matching jewelry purchased for mother and child, can help maintain a connection during the trying teen years 2. Jewelry box. A jewelry box for girls and a valet box for boys will help establish that special things should be kept in special places. Include a HOLIDAY MAGIC
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Beyond wrapping paper Cute, clever ways to present gifts By Kristen Castillo ake a statement when you give the perfect holiday gift. Sure a gift bag, wrapping paper and a bow are nice, but with a little thought and creativity, gift giving can be a present, too. Check out these ways to make the process of receiving the gift as memorable as the gift itself. Leave Notes In a time of text messaging, how nice is it to actually receive a handwritten note in the mail. Now imagine receiving a note (or a series of notes!) previewing or teasing a holiday gift. The Punkpost app, available on iOS and Android, lets you pick a card, type a message and send it in the mail within 24 hours. “For gifting, you can send notes leading up to the holidays with clues,” says Alexis Monson, Punkpost’s cofounder. “Or you could have all the cards sent to you and then you hide in various places to continue the scavenger hunt.” The message is crafted by one of the company’s “handwriting artists.” The cards are $6, and the first card is free. Rock It! Kids (and adults) can have fun teasing holiday gifts by coloring and decorating rocks. Go on a family walk, collect stones big and small, and then wash them with soap and water. Or purchase a bag of ready-to-decorate rocks from a home improvement store. Whether you collect rocks or buy them, be sure to prime them with acrylic paint, followed by colored paint and patterns. Use thin brushes or paint pens to write messages like “Naughty or Nice?” The festive stones can be keepsakes after the holiday. A gifting win-win.
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Puzzled Give the gift recipient clues via puzzle pieces. Make your own puzzle or buy a blank one at a hobby or craft store. You can decorate it with drawings, photos or simply words written on the puzzle. Break it into pieces and give the clues one day at a time. The recipient needs to collect the pieces to solve the puzzle. Say the gift is movie tickets. Each piece holds a clue, such as a photo of a chocolate bar, popcorn, the Hollywood sign, or a picture of the recipient’s favorite actors or films. Collecting Clues Here’s a fun idea for the family: Host a holiday scavenger hunt for the kids. On her blog Stuffed Suitcase, Kimberly Tate describes how she creates a scavenger hunt for her children. She starts by wrapping the clue as a gift. The child unwraps the present and reads the first clue, such as, “Christmas games for fun for all, especially for kids so small. On the PC, they’ll put in a CD, I type in my name on the QWERTY.” Then go room to room, finding clues. You can write your own clues or borrow Tate’s — she has a printable link on her website. She suggests creating as many clues as you want, HOLIDAY MAGIC
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CO 2018 DIS
2018 RANGE ROVER
HSE TD6 $ 888 LEASE FOR
PER MONTH / 33 MONTHS 2018 Range Rover HSE TD6. $5,995 down payment plus first month, $895 bank fee and $0 security deposit due at signing plus tax, title and DMV fees. Includes 5,000 miles per year with 30¢ per mile thereafter. Lessee responsible for maintenance, excess wear & tear. Offer based on a $105,221 MSRP (including destination and delivery) and a residual value of $69,888. Total payments of $29,304. Rates shown are for qualified customers with tier 1 credit approved by a participating lender. Available on STK # 10389. See dealer for details.
2018 JAGUAR
LEASE FOR
XE 25T $ PREMIUM 288 PER MONTH / 36 MONTHS
*2018 Jaguar XE 25t Premium AWD Demo with 2,165 miles . $2,995 down payment plus tax, first payment, $895 bank fee, DMV and $0 security deposit due at signing plus tax, title and DMV fees. Includes 5,000 miles per year with 30¢ per mile thereafter. Lessee responsible for maintenance, excess wear & tear. Offer based on a $47,548 MSRP (including destination and delivery) and a residual value of $25,172.40. Total payments of $9,504. Rates shown are for qualified customers with tier 1 credit approved by a participating lender. See dealer for details.
FREEPORT
LANDROVERFREEPORT.COM JAGUARFREEPORT.COM 516-771-9700
All Offers Approved With ( 730+ Auto Fico ). Responsible For Excess Mileage, Wear And Tear, Acquisition Fees, Repairs And Maintenance. Must present ad at time of signing. All offers with approved credit. Offers available on in-stock units only. Prior deals excluded. Advertised discount offers cannot be combined with other offers. All rebates are taxable. Tax paid by consumer and then rebates assigned to dealer. Not all customers will qualify for advertised specials. Must take same day delivery. Dealer not responsible for type or photo errors. Vehicle for illustration purposes only. Resident restrictions may apply. see dealer for details. Ad expires 7 days after publication date. Holiday Magic North cover.indd 3
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