Glo - December 2017

publisher

Ron Baumgar tner | rbaumgar tner@the-papers com

executive editor + publications manager Sue Rawlinson | srawlinson@the-papers com

editor-in-chief

Jeri Seely | jseely@the-papers com

director of marketing Kip Schumm | kschumm@the-papers com

account executives

Melinda Nick las | mnick las@the-papers com

Lynn Blanchard | Lblanchard@the-papers com

Rebecca Boone | rboone@the-papers com

business manager Collette Knepp | ck nepp@the-papers com

director of circulation Jerr y Strak a | jstrak a@the-papers com

graphic designer Maymie Ank rom

marketing assistants

Darlene Eichelberger Tamera Sims

contributing writers Ray Balogh, Lauren Caggiano, Erin Dozois, Deborah C Gerbers, Shannon Rooney, Barb Sieminsk i, Julie Young

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Congratulations to... cover artist Deb Wilson Charleston

the Cover

Title of piece: “ Time To S hop”

Describe the inspiration behind your cover ar twork.

“ Time to Shop” was created imagining a fabulous woman spending her day Christmas shopping

This piece currently hangs in my studio

Most of my life has been working with some form of ar t, my favorite being glass. I love to create different things in my studio, The Glass Tree, in Uniondale, Ind

EAbout Deb

What inspires you?

I am inspired by ever ything Ever ything can be used and reused to create beautiful ar t I see ar t in ever ything and it creates a magical adventure wherever I go I love using all t ypes of materials to help make the world around me more beautiful.

Your biggest suppor ter(s) …

My mom She is 90 and still full of life, she works in her garden, cleans her house and shows complete love for me, my five brothers and all of her grandkids/great grandkids. She always has her cookie jar full of cookies (a recipe from g lo magazine). She shows me that no matter what age we are, we can learn and love

Why you read glo: g lo shows the talents that surround us and the knowledge of so many beautiful talents in our area to enjoy and share.

What do you like best about glo: The recipes and calendar of events!

Where can we find more of your work?

The Glass Tree has a Facebook page @theglasstree01 a

To submit your entr y, send ar t as an e-mail attachment to srawlinson@the-papers.com or send a produc tion-ready image on a CD via mail to: glo Magazine, Attention: Sue Rawlinson, PO Box 188, Milford, IN 46542

The Nitty Gritty: glo front covers are open to female ar tists. Submissions from all original 2D media (digital ar t photographs are OK) are welcome Ar t work must be photographed at a high-resolution (300+ dpi) for reproduc tion Content should

reflec t a woman or women. Cover ar t selec tions are made at the discretion of glo staff For cover placement, the ar tist will receive credit and added exposure via introduc tor y copy and published photograph in a question and answer sec tion.

Cover ar t is cropped to 10” wide x 13” high Submitted cover ar t should be sized as 10.5” wide x 13.25” tall and, when possible, please allow 4.5” at top of ar t work for glo masthead placement The ar t chosen will confer rights to the cover image only as it relates to the publication and glo. The ar tist shall retain all other rights.

Cover ar tist photo by Brandie Dafforn

Happy New Year, glo Gals

It ’s all about new beginnings. Join us for g lo’s 2018 Guide for the B ody, Mind and Soul Together, let ’s create a new, energized you!

And yet, there’s more g lo is star ting a new revolution A revolution of kindness. O f goodness. O f selfless giving and positivit y. Won’t you join us?

Count on this and so much more coming at you in g lo’s Januar y New You issue a

From the executive editor

T“hey always look better in photos.

You k now what I mean Brilliantly colored gumdrops in precisely lined rows. White icing in graceful, gentle drifts. M ini-candy canes evenly spaced as if placed with the per fec tion of God’s own hand That ’s how gingerbread houses always look, right?

Um, not so much.

So the k ids and I made an attempt But, he didn’t place candy canes where she wanted, the walls caved in and most of the gumdrops somehow landed in my stomach (don’t hate).

The festive family result? One minor argument and one slopped white icing explosion on a dilapidated gingerbread square splattered with a few elusive gumdrop escapees.

Holiday memories are the most priceless gifts Even at the expense of a stomachache

But really, isn’t December ex tra precious because of family moments? Memories of festive treats Bak ing with the k ids Decorating the tree Stuffed stock ings Holiday traditions be they spark ly, sloppy or messy but oh, so beautifully you

And beautiful you is what this issue of g lo is about From fun holiday crafts to procrastinator-busting par ty-planning timelines, this issue has it all Want tips to eat healthy during the holidays? Or, look ing for ways to obliterate winter blues before they even begin? Great, because g lo exper ts have the answers

And, of course, it ’s holiday shopping time! Be sure to check out g lo’s annual holiday gift guide, beginning on page 19 I t ’s a fun, delightful guide to share unique gift ideas for all the luck y ones on your holiday gift list

Above all this season, let ’s focus on goodness On the glor y Above, which is the reason for the season Let ’s love one another, offering grace and selflessness Let ’s Simply Enjoy

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Thank you for sharing g lo’s journey throughout 2017 You make our hard work wor thwhile You bring purpose to our profession, and it is truly an honor to ser ve as your executive editor in this g lo-rious region

Let ’s spread goodness this season Merr y Christmas, g lo friends ”

Sue Rawlinson

srawlinson@the-papers.com

Dear Sue,

I’m sending you this pic ture of my dear friend of nearly 20 years, Gina Lind, and myself, as we met one last time to say goodbye before her family moved to Washington state because of her husband’s new job, and my husband and I moved to Nor th Myr tle Beach, SC for our retirement! Exciting times for both of us for sure, but, I’ll definitely miss having her just a phone call away, a few miles down the road and a “let’s jump in the car and go SOMEWHERE, ANY WHERE!” My daughter and her son are now 21, and used to ride in the backseat of my minivan in their infant seats! Friendships such as ours are rare these days, and I will treasure my friendship with Gina forever and continue to nur ture it so in 20 years, we’ll still be taking pictures together such as this! I love g lo, and will subscribe to it so I never miss an issue when I’m living at the beach! Bonnie (on left); Gina (on right) Bonnie Simmons

Readers, send photos to Sue at srawlinson@the-papers com We’d love to put YOU and your gal pals in print!

Enjoying my 50th bir thday at The Cake Shop in Broadripple! Carol (left), bir thday girl Kelly (center) and Lauren (right) Kelly O’Banion

Hi Sue Here we are again, at our “Magie Noire” Gigi’s Chapeau Club Luncheon! Sylvia Stanley

Senior Life’s Bett y Foster and g lo Girls Lynn and Sue at the 2017 Francine’s Friends Lunch with Friends

Grace Kooistra Scholtz and Sjolange Christoffel came together when Grace came home for a visit (after 44 years!) from Downey, Calif.

Jennifer Krinn and h gal pals… big smil and great time

g lo’s table at the Smar t Girls Brilliant Women event by the Boys and Girls Club of FW See some familiar faces?

A super trio who helped make the Smar t Girls event a big success Henr y Philips, Kathr yn Gentz and Deb Stellwagen

My sister Jo and I visiting the local shops and their Christmas open houses. Susan Till

Contouring Magic Contouring Magic

Master the Look of the Season

By Shannon Rooney

If you’ve picked up a fashion magazine or perused YouTube in the last year or so, you know that contouring is all the rage. This beaut y trend is all about highlighting your best features and, just in time for holiday par ties, we’ve gathered some tips and tricks from the exper ts.

An ar tist must have the right brush and contouring is no different Hayley Stout of JOPPA Cosmetics in Angola recommended both a fan brush and a multitask ing brush to apply

And, of course, you’ll need makeup M ichelle Fanning, stylist and creative direc tor at Hair Candy Salon and Spa in For t Wayne, advised star ting with “a cream or powder to match your sk in tone and one shade lighter and one shade darker than your sk in tone And a highlighter

cream or powder ” While contouring darkens the areas of your face that are in shadow, highlighter lightens the areas that light would naturally hit

Generally, if you have light or fair sk in, choose a taupe contour that won’t be too heavy or dark For medium or tan sk in, tr y a bronze contour to complement your sun-k issed look And, for dark sk in, use a highlighter in copper or bronze to lighten around your features

Many beauty supply stores sell complete conany different sk in ettes are great for firstthey provide the exac t place with a couple variound to get the look

makeup mirror and, of tural light if possible

plying your makeup, vised, “apply your founpowder Finish with the ouring color at the holcheeks, lightly outside of your nose and the your forehead. Apply ontouring shade above your cheeks, on the forehead, down the ose and above the line lend to per fec t Apply ose, top of cheek bones he lip ”

When star ting out, remember that “less is more, ” Stout advised We all have a different face shape and bone struc ture to accentuate For example, said Stout, “for a bigger nose, take some bronzer on a thin brush and contour/blend the sides of the nose to create a thinner look ing nose ” Star t light and be sure to blend well after applying your highlighter to give your makeup a finished look. Add a complementar y blush to put some color in your cheeks and balance the rest of your makeup with your overall look to avoid overapplying.

Take your contour look out to play this season with some winter y makeup trends

First, “Don't forget your highlighter, and even use a little ex tra so it pops in photos, ” said Fanning O ther wise, play with some seasonal color “A crimson or scarlet red lip will also be on trend for the season And don't forget to pencil or shadow in your brows for an enhanced, nice bold brow, ” she added “Pair that look with a velvet or lace outfit and a Brigitte Bardot bang and you will be on top of the hottest trends for this 2017 holiday season ” a

Resources:

Hair Candy S alon and Spa, For t Wayne, 260 422 9212 JOPPA Cosmetics, Angola, 260 665 9060, joppaminerals com

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Denise Hunter novelist

By Deborah C Gerbers

Denise Hunter has a knack for writing romance stories with a women’s fic tion feel She just released her 30th novel, called “Sweetbriar Cottage.” Happily married for 28 years, Hunter and her husband have a newly empt y nest as the last of their three boys recently left for college, now allowing her to devote even more time to her writing

Growing up, Hunter was always an avid reader “I was that girl in study hall with her nose stuck in a book, ” she said “In my early 20s I began to wonder if I could write a novel, but I was married, going to college and having babies, so I put my dream on the back burner But as it turned out, God had far bigger dreams for my writing than I ever did.”

A longtime romance reader herself, writing the same genre came naturally to Hunter “I like delving into the heroine’s peripheral relationships and dealing with major issues like abuse, unplanned pregnanc y and PTSD, etc, ” she said. “ There’s also always a faith thread in my books. My first four novels were historical romance, but since then I’ve been writing contemporar y ”

Hunter draws inspiration for her writing from a variety of places, and she has a par ticular interest in learning what makes people tick. “I love exploring my character's histor y and figuring out what makes her shy away from love or avoid conflic t or what made him become that confirmed bachelor, ” she said “ There’s always a reason, and I love getting to the bottom of it ”

Hunter ’s newest novel came out Nov 7, called “Blue Ridge Sunrise, ” the first book in her Blue Ridge series Set in the nor th Georgia mountains, it features a woman who must return home to run the family peach orchard and face her first love, who broke her hear t four years ago

With a large readership of devoted fans, Hunter ’s many books are all popular, but she does mention a few specific ones as being especially favored “ ‘ The Convenient Groom’ has been a reader favorite for a long time, and last year I was thrilled when it became a Hallmark movie, ” she said “I’m getting a lot of reader letters about ‘Sweetbriar Cottage, ’ so I think that stor y is striking a chord with a lot of women There’s nothing better than finding out your writing has made an impac t on someone. I t ’s ver y rewarding.” a

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glow GIRL glow GIRL Maddie Dean

Age: 9

By Cathy Shouse + Photo by Sue Rawlinson

Nine-year-old Maddie Dean knows something many adults have yet to learn: Being happy comes from within.

Dean chooses joy through creating ar t, even though since age three, she has fought an autoimmune disease, juvenile dermatomyositis, which affec ts her skin and muscles

True to her sunny spirit, Dean turned her treatment at Riley Children’s Hospital for Children into a way to help others She sells her ar t for about $25 each, to raise money as means to ‘give back ’ to Riley An animal lover to her young core, some of Dean’s ar t features a variety of animals

“My favorites are lions and elephants I painted elephants touching their trunks to make a hear t, and a dog on a poster for Make-A-Wish, thank ing them for my dog Haider, ” Dean said “I just recently drew and colored penguins sliding down a snow y hill that Make-A-Wish will use for its holiday cards my favorite thing was the autism awareness ribbon, because the puzzle pieces were cool and it was cool that I ac tually did it!”

In addition to raising more than $1,000 for Riley, Dean has donated $200 to the Allen County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Dean’s mother, Angela, and father, Matthew, are her chief cheerleaders, as are friends and family around the countr y Dean is homeschooled, and also loves writing and playing piano She especially enjoys music from “Hamilton, ” the play she has memorized Dean paints primarily with acr ylics, and she began drawing at age four.

Difficulties with muscle weak ness haven’t stopped her from joining Lions K arate of For t Wayne Her instruc tor helps pay mailing costs for her paintings.

“I wanted to give back to Riley for all that it has done for me, ” Dean said “ The nurses to doc tors are amazing there They have helped us through tough times and put a smile on our faces, ” she said “And the SPCA, I just think it ’s amazing what they're doing for those animals, and I love animals, too, so I just wanted to help them out a little bit.”

Word of her talent has spread on her Facebook page “People post my paintings on their Facebook page and tell me how much they love them, ” Dean said.

And like most children this time of year, Dean, too, is look ing for ward to Christmas She’s excited for “the smells, cook ies bak ing, cinnamon candles and Christmas trees!”

Loving, bubbly, ar tistic and inspired by a sincere wish to ‘give back ’ to those who’ve helped her, Dean’s happiness-from-the-inside life approach ser ves as inspiration to those aged 9 to 99

To view Maddie Dean’s ar t, search “Masterpieces by Maddie” on Facebook a

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B anish the winter blues with these ac tivities

By Lauren Caggiano

The combination of shor ter days, less sunlight and chilly temperatures are enough to make any gal want to hibernate until spring. But staying inside isn’t good for our bodies and minds although it can be nice to snuggle up ever y now and then Following are some ways to make the most of this season inside and out

NO PLACE LIKE HOME:

Sometimes the best times are relaxed times Enjoy a few ideas to help the ‘staying-in’ nights be just that much warmer

Tr y a new recipe. Channel your creative side with a new-to-you recipe or per fec t one you’ve grappled with before Get the husband and k ids involved and make it a family affair!

Get craf ty Call your besties and invite them over for a few hours of creating. Make jewelr y, scrapbooks or work on your k nitting while catching up with friends.

Host a clothing swap. Ask your friends to clean out their closets and bring unwanted items, whether it be clothing, jewelr y or accessories Lay out the items by size or type, and then it ’s a free-for-all. Note: These par ties work best if you have friends who are similar sizes and have the same fashion sensibilities.

Host a wine tasting par ty. Invite friends to bring their favorite bottle or two and share the love Be sure to have some snacks on hand Cheers!

WINTER THRILLS:

Cold weather can’t stop g lo gals from having fun! Embrace crisp, fresh air with spor ty outdoor thrills Enjoy ideas on where to go for sledding, sk ating, sk iing and more Winter chills and thrills? Yes, please

Headwaters Park: There’s no better place for ice sk ating than Headwaters Park After sk ating,

warm up with a cup of their hot chocolate You can rent sk ates or bring your own Remember to bundle up! For more information and hours, visit for twayneparks org

Pokagon State Park: Head up nor th to Angola for a winter wonderland of sor ts. Pok agon State Park offers cross-countr y sk i rental, sledding, ice fishing and a twin-track toboggan run The toboggan run operates weekends from the Friday after Thanksgiving through Februar y, with ex tended hours during the Christmas holiday For hours, more information, and to take a vir tual ride, visit tobogganrun com

Swiss Valley: Swiss Valley, in Jones, M ich , entices folks to come sk i from all over southern M ichigan, Indiana and Illinois, with 11 runs, a 225-ver tical foot peak and seven lifts, including two quads and one triple The hills are also great for snowboarding Take advantage of their rentals and lessons And be sure to warm up in their coz y lodge after ward V isit sk iswissvalley com for information

Paoli Peaks: Sk iing and snowboarding are great fun, but for those who aren't as coordinated on two feet, there's "Arc tic Blast" tubing at Paoli Peaks in Paoli No age limit, experience or agility required, just sit down on the tube and go Snow tubing hours are from 4 p m to 1 a m Fridays, 10 a m to 1 a m Saturdays, 10 a m to 8 p m Sundays. Check website (paolipeaks.com) or call in advance to check on opening day.

Timber Ridge: Nor th of K alamazoo, about 2 5 hours from For t Wayne, Timber Ridge Sk i Area (timberridgesk i com) is located in Gobles, M ich

According to OnTheSnow.com, Timber Ridge has 50 acres of terrain and 240 ver tical feet. Timber Park is an advanced terrain park with features such as a C-Rail, tree slide and 25-foot tabletop Pumpk in Park is a smaller park aimed at progression

Bittersweet Ski Area: Located in O tsego, M ich., near Timber Ridge, Sk i Bittersweet (sk ibittersweet.com) is a slightly larger resor t that has 20 runs and 350 ver tical feet Six chairlifts, six rope tows and two sur face lifts ser vice terrain that includes beginner, intermediate and advanced runs The resor t's terrain park is ser viced by its own lift

INDOOR ADVENTURES:

These ac tivities will have you feeling energized and less guilty about your holiday indulging So, get out there!

Crazy Pinz: Craz y Pinz promises hours of fun Choose from cosmic bowling, glow-in-the-dark mini golf, arcade games, laser tag and more! Bring the k iddos to unleash some energy or grab a few friends and banish cabin fever ( They even have a bar )

Sky Zone Trampoline Park: Burn up to 1,000 calories while having a blast all on a trampoline I t promises to be one of the most dynamic, effec tive and enjoyable workouts you'll ever have Call 260 483 5867 for class times

The PLEX: Are you a spor ty gal? Sign up for an indoor soccer league and show them what you’re made of! V isit plexspor ts com for more information

Helen P. Brown Natatorium: Burn some serious calories in the natatorium located inside South Side High School. They have both lap swimming and classes for pre-school to adult V isit for twayneschools org for more information

Whatever you do, don’t let Old Man Winter get you down. Instead, embrace (or make your own!) winter fun. a

Sweet S anta

Gift these adorable handmade Santa figurines, or treat yourself to their festive cheer for your holiday home Handmade with love, these K aren Didion Santas are a great gift for ever yone (and of all ages) Check your list once or twice, then give Santa to all those both naughty and nice!

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Ready to star t holiday shopping? Great! The annual g lo Holiday Shopping Guide is back!

S et your t winkling eyes upon these great gift ideas for the loved ones on your gift list (or even for yourself!). S anta’s g lo-rific selec tions may all be conveniently found right here, in g lo Land.

Happy shopping to all!

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These B oots Are Made For Gawking

And that is, indeed, what will happen when wearing these colorful, sassy, fashionista-lovin’ boots of the season. See the expansive variety of fashionable and comfor table fine leather boots at Rober t ’s Shoes A huge variety of styles and patterns are available for all those on your holiday gift list!

Rober ts Shoes

3915 E. State, For t Wayne | 260.483.3812 Rober ts-shoes com

Lovin’ Those Layers

Meet your new best friend Nik ibik i seamless-wear is k nown for its supreme fabric quality and fit Renowned as the best selling seamless brand, Lyn-Maree’s offers all the subtle patterns and neutral colors you’ll need and in sizes ranging from regular to plus to maternity. Great for layering (and even work ing out!). These are beyond comfor table, ex tra stretchy and ever yone looks fabulous in Nik ibik is! Created by and for women. | $18.99-$34.99

Lyn-Maree’s Boutique

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Distinc tive Pampering

What better gift than a day at the salon and spa? Gift her the oppor tunity to focus on herself, to be pampered and to then head back home feeling even more beautiful and refreshed Learn what Mark of Distinc tion is all about, and gift some beautiful pampering for your special someone(s) this holiday season

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Get Uncorked

Do you have a wine lover on your holiday list? Har tland Winer y offers an excellent selec tion of award-winning wines from dr y reds and semi-sweet whites to sweet fruit wines There’s sure to be a wine for your favorite wine lover and perhaps grab a few bottles for yourself (we think you deser ve it) Also, check out Har tland’s large selec tion of wine-related gifts and decor Not sure what to get? No problem; gift cer tificates are also available

Har tland Winer y 425 Count y Road 23, Ashley | 260 587 3301 har tlandwiner y.com

Ski-ready for Snow y Slopes

Gift your family with the best in winter sk i jackets, pants, hats, gloves and even brand new sk is and snowboards for optimal fun and per formance on the slopes this season Sk iers love new gear from Santa and it ’s conveniently available right in southwest For t Wayne!

The Ski Pole

6410 W. Jefferson Blvd., For t Wayne | 260.436.7154 theskipoleatfor t wayne com

Light Her Up

What more brilliantly spreads beautiful holiday spirit than this designer light-up purse by Kent Stetson? Treated with care, you can expec t years of enjoyment from this handbag Each bag is a handmade original Light up your holiday memories with this lightweight, durable, festive accessor y just per fec t for the festive gal on your shopping list See this style and a huge assor tment of additional Kent Stetson designer handbags at Susan’s!

S usan’s Fashions

6340 W Jefferson Blvd , For t Wayne | 260 459 2828 susansfashions.com

Urban G ift Essentials

Urban She-K Boutique has all the urban-esque, fashion-for ward essentials for your holiday gif t list. This luxur ious, genuine, full-grain leather cross-body bag is the per fec t gift for the gal on your list! Fashionable and func tional, this chic bag has inside rear zipper pockets for securing your essentials

Urban She-k Boutique

6248 W. Jefferson Blvd., For t Wayne | 260.444.5993 urbanshe-kboutique com

Her Must-Read

Give the gift of k nowledge this season. Pique her interest and help her on a journey toward great health. With breast cancer showing up in more than 200,000 new cases each year there is good news on the subjec t! Fifty to 70 percent of breast cancer cases can be prevented by proper lifestyle which would also prevent most of the chronic diseases and complications of type-2 diabetes This book describes the pathway of prevention and it ’s not complex Available for purchase on Amazon K achmann Health info@kachmannhealth com www kachmannhealth com

Jolly Juice

I t ’s that time of year again! Countr y Heritage is mak ing spirits bright with this per fec t holiday blend of cranberries, Concord grapes and Catawba grapes This wine is delicately sweet which makes it a per fec t sipping wine while wrapping presents or watching those holiday classic movies! Stay Jolly Y ’all! Releases Fri., Nov. 24 at 10 a.m. | $12.95

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Spa-In-A-B ox

I t ’s a personal, luxurious touch your special someone will enjoy Custom-pack aged gift sets from Hear tstrings Lather Up® Soaps are made to order and available both at their shop or online These exclusive soaps are specialty produc ts, available in a variety of unique scents and they ’re beautifully pack aged for the per fec t holiday gift

Hear tstrings Lather Up® S oaps 2040 W. 900 N., Markle | 260.638.4978 latherupsoaps com

Fine Food, Fine Purpose

It ’s a great idea for holiday gift giving Best Boy & Co products are made of the finest ingredients with special attention to natural ingredients, fair trade and organic, blended in recipes that create a unique and superior taste And better yet? All profits from Best Boy & Co product sales are distributed to charitable organizations, providing for the betterment of families and children worldwide Gift Best Boy this season; you’ll taste the difference and you’ll be making a difference around the world, Santa-style.

Best Boy & Co. P.O. B ox 310, Roanoke | 260.446.4513 bestboyandco com

R ing-In Her Year

There’s no more precious glow quite like that from her eyes when opening a ring box for Christmas Why not gift your special gal with this gorgeous 14-k arat rose gold fashion ring with 56 carat diamonds? Pave set with round, brilliant cut diamonds, Santa won’t be the only one with a twink le in the eye.

Feel B eautiful

Give the gift she really wants. Gift cards are available in any monetar y amount so the special gal on your list can pick and choose which produc ts and ser vices provide her best pampering this holiday season Gift her the area’s most innovative technology in sk in care and so much more

Festive Fragrance

If you haven’t yet experienced Hyde + Alchemy fragrances, you’ll want to check this out! Outer Grace Boutique carries these handcrafted fragrance bar and per fumes and all handcrafted in small batches right in For t Wayne

Get-a-Glance: Holiday Looks

Three looks for ladies during the holidays

By Deborah C. Gerbers

Scene: the family holiday par ty

Who’s invited: I t ’s a gathering with the entire fam’ damily, including your sweet great-grandma and the in-laws

Ok ay, ladies. This is the time to keep a classic and elegant look that is sure to please the more traditional tastes in certain family members. Tr y for minimal and/or neutral makeup, age-appropriate sk ir ts and dresses and a more conser vative look overall

Dress: Your boyfriend’s Great-Aunt Trudy will likely appreciate a modest approach and she might even feel more comfor table if you’re not wearing stilettos and a barely-there mini sk ir t Classic pieces like shift dresses, pencil sk ir ts, wide-leg slacks and sweater sets are timeless items that can be mixed and matched for a great look that ’s elegant and appropriate for even meeting the in-laws for the first time

Makeup: 5 Elements Salon esthetician and makeup ar tist Tonya Andrews said to keep your makeup lighter, but also keep a glow for the winter more lip color or gloss “In the winter, our sk in tends to be drier and be a little sallow, ” she said “Focus on the cheeks to give a more rosy glow that we lack in the winter months ”

Scene: the girlfriends’ holiday par ty

Who’s invited: All your holiday-lovin’ gal pals

Cheers to gal pals ever ywhere! What ’s better than getting glitz y and wild with those women who love and accept you just as you are? Hey, for a fun girls’ night out, don’t be afraid to shine and spark le literally

Dress: Local boutiques like Lace + Arrow offer a wide variety of unique pieces that work great for ever yone, like offthe-shoulder tops and cute dresses that are per fec t for a night on the town with the girls. Tr y new trends that you wouldn’t normally go with, like ruching, ruffles, lace and even bejeweled shoes Keep it fun and young and don’t forget to raid your girlfriends’ closets while you’re getting ready for the big night out

Makeup: This is the time to be bold with material, accessories and makeup, experimenting with new trends like brightly colored eye shadow and bold brows. “For this makeup look, I would lean toward darker, rich chocolates and lids with shimmer, ” Andrews said “Again, I would use a bit more blush in warmer colors like plum Add mascara to open up the eyes and even tr y out fake lashes for fun This is a time to brighten, lighten and add shimmer!”

Scene: the you-and-him holiday date night

Who’s invited:You Him

Date night calls for a romantic look with a touch of glam but stay true to yourself since that ’s who your guy loves!

Dress: Opt for a little glam, but comfor t as well in case your plans take you to the dance floor after dinner Consider sex y shoes, but ones comfor table enough that they won’t k ill your feet Look for chic wool coats, coz y cashmere scar ves and even fun winter accessories like fuzz y earmuffs and mittens to keep warm during your date. You’ll be prepared to walk around downtown shops, grab some hot cocoa on a carriage ride or just to sit outside gazing at holiday lights

Makeup: Date night makeup should highlight your best features and make you feel special and pretty. “Focus on the cheeks to put glow back into your sk in, ” said Andrews. “And go for a softer smok y eye for a romantic look, flir ty lips and more gloss and shimmer for a pretty look ” a

Resources:

5 Elements S alon, For t Wayne, 260 969 6955, 5elements-spa-salon.com

Lace + Arrow Boutique, For t Wayne, 260 449 9090, laceandarrow com photos shut erstock com

Easy-Peasy Easy-Peasy

Holiday Preparation

Holiday Preparation

Procrastination-busting timelines

Procrastination-busting timelines

By Julie Young

It ’s the most wonder ful time of the year, unless of course you tend to procrastinate. With only five weeks to go until the end of the year, it ’s time to get cracking on those

“ To Do” lists, break down the chores, simplify and delegate responsibilities so you can celebrate the season stress-free. We’re making our lists, checking it t wice and we will know if you’ve been naught y or nice!

Five Weeks to Go:

• Take advantage of Black Friday-Sunday sales, Cyber Monday deals and make charitable contributions on Giving Tuesday

• If you need to put items in the mail, assemble the tools you need to wrap gifts and sign cards then make a trip to the post office to get these tasks completed now

• Make a visit to Santa and help the k iddos write letters to the Nor th Pole

Four Weeks to Go:

• Get decorations out of storage and begin putting them up. Star t with any outdoor lights because as the days go on, the weather gets chanc y so on the first decent day, get these out of the way.

• While you may have a desire to decorate the whole house from top to bottom, decide what absolutely must be done and don’t stress over ever y room and ever y item I t ’s per fec tly OK to rotate décor from one year to the nex t.

• Inventor y all wrap and ribbons and replenish what you need to prevent a special trip later Set up a wrapping station with pens, scissors, tags and other items you will need as the days go on.

• Order any food you may need for a holiday par ty such as turkey, ham, cook ies or cake

Three Weeks to Go: (Chanukah begins on Dec. 12. Plan your calendar accordingly.)

• Finish up shopping (yes, finish now!) and wrap presents Use gift bags for as many items as possible

• Create holiday/par ty menus

• Shop for easy-to-make foods (frozen meals are a great choice for the holiday season and come in reasonable por tions for those watching waistlines), non-perishable holiday items and any bak ing produc ts you may need. (Keep it simple: Refrigerated cook ie dough and pre-made bread mixes are perfec tly acceptable )

• Clean house from top to bottom, delegating chores to family members

• Bake cook ies and assemble gift bags for friends and family members

Two Weeks to Go: (the week before Christmas)

• Air out and prepare any guest rooms to be used during the holidays

• Go caroling with friends.

• Attend work par ties

• Shop for any last minute items.

Week

of Christmas:

• Attend Christmas Eve ser vices at the church of your choice

• Enjoy the holiday!

• Begin pack ing up (and putting away) boxes, wrapping paper gift bags and other items that are no longer needed

• Make New Year ’s Eve reser vations or shop for your own New Year ’s Eve festivities

• Send thank you notes for gifts received.

• Deliver gifts to local friends

• Ring in 2018, relaxed, stress-free and with gratitude in your hear t a

photos: shutterstock com

Healthy Eating During the Holidays

By Barb Sieminsk i

The holiday smorgasbord is one of the great joys of the season, but if you’re like most of us you’d prefer to keep the monster calories at bay

Take hear t; there are ways to get through this. Enjoy some tips to keep you (and your waistline) merr y this season:

• If your schedule permits, workout before going to the holiday par ty Even a shor t, brisk walk is beneficial

• Don’t sk ip meals on the day of the big holiday social gathering The more ‘eaten-at-home’ healthy cuisine in you, the less you’ll be encouraged to fill up on the sugar y par ty foods such as pie, cook ies, cake, candy and more

• Before you go, nibble a little something an orange or some crackers so your tummy will be happy and you’ll be less likely to mindlessly graze at the gaily decorated table of oral temptations

• Let your guide be “moderation in all things ” Yes, enjoy the smorgasbord but on a limited basis Choose to sample just a little bit of a few favorite dishes With controlled por tions, you’ll be able to enjoy more foods without feeling deprived

• Eat when you’re hungr y and slow down, chewing each bite thoroughly.

• Keep a food diar y I t ’s a pain, we k now, but if you’re dedicated to listing each new food, it will likely become tedious and you’ll soon realize it ’s more trouble to write down each food that comes along, so you’ll cut back. That ’s the theor y, anyway.

• Stand at least a few feet from the snack table Eat filling foods first (such as cottage cheese or soup) so you feel less hungr y

Holiday Supplements

What else c an we do to stay healthy this season?

Gregg Russell, Pharm.D., CCN, M.S MTM, pharmacist and owner of For t Wayne Custom R X, offered these tips:

“ This time of the year it is impor tant to keep our immune system healthy. The shor ter days means less sunshine available for our bodies to make Vitamin D Therefore, I recommend that we supplement with ex tra Vitamin D3 of at least 1000 IU per day Also, it is impor tant to eat a well-rounded diet full of vegetables and fruits that provide antioxidants Again, with the winter approaching it may be more difficult to get fresh fruits and vegetables Therefore, I also recommend a high qualit y multi-vitamin and minerals. And finally, to help keep our skins from dr ying out, Omega 3 fish oils are essential Omega 3 is not only good for our skin, but is impor tant for brain health, inflammation and our immune system.”

How to be even healthier?

• Make family and friends the focus of the celebration rather than food.

• Don’t wear your “fat pants” to a social gathering ( We k now, we k now In your hear t of hear ts you secretly hope to indulge in a ‘feeding frenz y for one ’ Nope Not this time )

• Bring an emergenc y pack with you to nibble on before going and after you leave if you are still ravenous Such a pack may contain raw almonds, pecans or walnuts; a bag of cut carrots or cucumbers; a small container of hummus; a can of wild salmon; a container of chick peas with lemon, salt and pepper; or a whole-food protein bar.

• Watch your alcohol intake this makes you uninhibited around food.

The Host With the Most

If you’re hosting the festivities yourself, some great low-calorie eats to have on-hand include a vibrant palette of cherr y tomatoes, celer y sticks, radishes, apple slices, grapes, boneless chicken wings, olives, turkey, beef and ham cubes, and cheese and ham pinwheels. Cantaloupe and honeydew melon balls are color ful additions and so are low-calorie nuts and small wheat par ty crackers Sushi and hummus are also good Don’t forget the perennial crowd pleasers of deviled eggs, shrimp, crabsticks and dip For desser ts, include chocolate-covered strawberries, miniature tea cook ies or angel food cake.

Your company will enjoy the multihued, healthy variety of goodies on your holiday foodie display a

Resource: For t Wayne Custom Rx, For t Wayne, 260.490.3447, www.fwcustomr x.com

Christmas Crafts

To Complete Your Holiday Home

By Erin Dozois

Looking to add a little warmth and creativit y to your holidays this year? Well, ‘tis the season to get craft y, and there’s no better place to spread good cheer than in your own home! We’ve collec ted over 30 examples and tutorials that are sure to turn your place into a winter wonderland.

ADVENT C ALENDARS

Many amazing advent calendars can be created by simply “upc ycling” old clothing, which is not only clever, but inherently nostalgic, as well Imagine all the k ids’ old mittens strewn beautifully across the mantle adorable and way more sentimental than storage.

CENTERPIECES

Try This!

Yarn Pinecones

Wrap color ful yarn around the pinecone scales, keeping it tightly tucked toward the pinecone’s center Secure the yarn’s end with a dot of glue

Candy is not just for cravings anymore Take advantage of their shiny, holidayinspired foil wrappings and the patterns found on those traditional treats we all k now and love.

Look ing for a little more bling? Mak ing an arrangement of shiny tree ornaments and glitter y garland will do the trick

Try This!

Take-Out B oxes Advent Calendar

Measure the height of the box and the width of the bottom to cut out 12 red and 13 green squares of construc tion paper Inser t squares into one side of each box, and secure with double-sided tape Apply number stickers: odd numbers on red and even numbers on green

LIGHTING

A girl can easily spend big money on lighting up her holidays, but with a few items and a little crafting magic, she can keep her home merr y and bright

Tr y dressing up plain hurricanes by adorning them with ribbon and other lux-look ing details, or by filling them with interesting holiday treats Add glitter to Mason jars for some frugal and frosty fineries And if you’re good with the scissors and glue, by all means, whip up some warmly lit paper luminaries

Try This!

Ice Votives

Fill a small plastic cup with water and put a larger, plastic container inside Fill large plastic container with water Feel free to add evergreen sprigs, berries, etc., for added interest. Freeze overnight.

MINI TREES

If you want to really spread the Christmas spirit around the house, just remember : you can never have enough mini trees Display different sizes of mini trees in clusters and feel free to experiment with unexpec ted materials such as pinecones, shells and sheet music, to name only a few. You can also dress up clippings from larger plants for a more natural touch.

THE TABLE

Arguably one of the most highly anticipated events of any holiday gathering is the Christmas dinner, so don’t neglec t the table when think ing of festive décor Pieces of gift wrap can add a little something special to ser ving plates, while chair adornments and this delightful pinecone place card will have ever yone in attendance feeling like a valued guest. Add a restaurant-style menu board? All hail the Christmas Queen!

WREATHS

ORNAMENTS

One could publish a book the size of a dic tionar y on how to craft different k inds of ornaments, but we’ve included a small handful of examples we think are pretty cool: various button ornaments, cook ie cutter and candy coated ornaments, ornaments with natural elements and a clothespin snowflake So cute

Try This!

Mod Tree Topper

Use dowel rods, a foam sphere and some spray paint and glitter for a serious holiday wow fac tor Complete instructions at http://bit ly/2gSzwiK

Wreath styles are as varied as individual taste, but we are loving these popular takes on this true Christmas classic Using fresh ingredients like fresh fruit and moss can add a touch of sincerity to the season Coat silk flowers, pinecones, etc with snow spray to keep things festive regardless of the forecast. a

Try This!

Ceiling Medallion Wreath

If traditional isn’t really your thing, this projec t is for you Just coat a ceiling medallion (available at your local hardware store) in green high-gloss spray paint, then loop through some color ful holiday ribbon for hanging.

Fem Stat

“ White Christmas ” is the best-selling song of all time.

Ever y Christmas, 1 million letters are addressed to S anta Claus.

Americ ans eat more than 22 million pounds of turkey each Christmas season.

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gloshops W E S T E N D

West End Shops

West End Shops, For t Wayne

Holly-jolly, the holidays are near! And downtown For t Wayne is alive with cheer ful Christmas spirit, great gift shopping and family traditions galore

With plentiful shops lining the streets of downtown, great buys during the holidays, unique boutiques boasting locally-made produc ts (be sure to check out Outer Grace Boutique!), var ying fashion styles for anyone, as well as antiques galore, fine dining, great coffee shops and even excellent wine, downtown For t Wayne is, without question, a true holiday shopping destination

Let downtown For t Wayne’s West End shops help you warmly embrace the Christmas spirit of the season.

S H O P P I N G fact:

More than 75 percent of respondents in a shopping survey said that a sale would impact at least one of their holiday gift purchases.

As a most trusted resource for shopping guidance,

g lo is excited to share this sec tion created just for shoppers. That ’s you!

Want to grab your gal pals for a day of shopping? Ready to explore this great region a little more in-depth? Want to learn about great boutiques, coffee shops and unique destinations right in our own awesome region?

We thought you’d like that ( We do, too ) Check out this issue’s ads to show where to shop and read the stories to learn a little more.

Enjoy and happy shopping! a

You are pretty darn awesome for supporting a local business and having fantastic taste!

gloshops A U B U R N Shop Auburn

Holiday cheer is alive and elec tric in the air in the charming, historic town of Auburn

Are you ready for a holiday shopping weekend with the gals?

Mark your calendars and head to Auburn for a day, or a full weekend of festive fun Browse about the downtown boutiques for fantastic holiday shopping and unique finds you won’t see elsewhere. From shops specializing in vintage and antiques to home furnishings to fantastic shops with today ’s styles and trends (check out the selec tion from g lo’s friends at Hidden Key and Lyn-Maree’s Boutique!), Auburn offers a hear thappy holiday experience for memorable time with your besties

After shopping, visit the area’s winer y or stop in at one of the town’s various restaurants V isit Auburn for your holiday shopping excursions it ’ll add some ex tra joy to the season

Come see our new items:

BLACK FRIDAY 12-6pm with specials and gift sets! (See our Facebook page for sale details)

through Friday 10-5 |

During the Christmas season, shoppers will spend around $1,100 each on holiday gifts, according to a retail forecast. S H O P P I N G fact:

202 S. Jackson St., Auburn, IN

Shop Decatur

Some traditions just grow stronger with time Such is the case for those who add Decatur to their holiday shopping plan This family-friendly town offers festive shopping galore!

Check out family-owned Eichhorn Jewelr y, Inc for the best in all that spark les and visit The Grainer y for all things green and flowering With an array of boutiques ready for Christmas shoppers, festively decorated flower shops, gift shops, antique shopping and great restaurants, we think it ’s a can’t-miss on your holiday shopping list.

So grab a warm cup of cocoa and enjoy a stroll along the decorated, historic buildings downtown, check out Cross Creek Golf Club for your holiday par ty and enjoy a variety of great restaurants The spirit of the season is alive and a’buzz this Christmas in Decatur

Shop Bluffton

Merr y Christmas from the brick-lined streets of Bluffton Yes, it ’s the holiday season in ‘small town USA, ’ where visitors are welcomed at a quaint teahouse, grand old buildings, local antique shops and bakeries And to best decorate for your holiday festivities (or to find a great gift!), check out Bluffton’s ever-growing and popular florist, appropriately named A Per fec t Blend And that it is a per fec t blend of florals and gifts for just about any occasion especially the beautiful holiday season

S H O P P I N G fact:

50 percent of consumers plan on giving loved ones clothes for the holidays.

shops W A Y N E D A L E

Check your shopping list (and yes, check it twice) to make sure Waynedale is among your holiday shopping spree stops. Just 3 miles southwest of For t Wayne (on State Roads 1 and 3), Waynedale’s friendly residents are thrilled to greet shoppers! In fac t, many Waynedale businesses are still family-owned andoperated. (How ’s that for small-city charm?) For quaint holiday shopping where business is truly appreciated, give Waynedale a tr y And be cer tain to say hello to g lo’s friends at Something Old, Something New for great gifts in fashion, shoes, purses, jewelr y and more and all at amazing prices.

Shop Berne

Holiday warmth in a charming village? That ’s what you’ll find in Berne during the Christmas holiday season. Reputed for its proud Swiss heritage, Berne might just be the new destination place you’ve been seek ing for your holiday shopping experiences. Check out this histor y-filled village and learn from its passionate residents, and share in the sounds and joy of Christmas with community, family and friends in Berne

V isit the Berne Muensterberg Plaza and Clock Tower (and watch the live glockenspiel presentation), built as a tribute to its residents’ Swiss heritage Shop at the Swiss Heritage V illage and Museum and enjoy the town’s antique mall and quilt shop. Embrace the pic turesque and festive, scenic views and historical foundation of Berne a

Located in downtown Berne, IN. Open M-F 9-5:30pm and Saturdays 9-3pm

S H O P P I N G fact:

Holiday shopping can account for up to 30 percent of a retailer’s annual sales.

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am-6pm, Sat. 9am-1pm

LastingLite Candles, home decor, gifts, and more! 113 W. Main Street, Berne, IN 46711 260-589-5924

By Sue Rawlinson

Brownies are always a crowd favorite, as are holiday-themed goodies during the month of December. Here, we combine both.

So, pour a glass of vino and have fun making these Christmas Tree Brownies. Then, enjoy the praise you’ll hear from par t y-gatherers at your house when ser ving a tray of these homemade holiday beauties!

Merr y Christmas, readers May your gatherings be filled with good times, lots of laughter and deliciously festive treats.

Ingredients:

Brownies:

Christmas Tree Brownies

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for greasing the pans

• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla ex trac t

• 3 large eggs

• 1 cup all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)

• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 teaspoon fine salt

• 1/2 teaspoon bak ing powder

• 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips

• Six teen 1 1/2-inch pieces candy cane

• White sprink les and small non-pareil candy-covered chocolates, such as Sno-Caps, for decorating

American Buttercream Frosting:

• 1 cup confec tioners' sugar

• 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature

• Pinch of fine salt

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla ex trac t

• 1/4 to 1/2 tablespoon whole milk

• 24 drops green food coloring

• 1 drop red food coloring

Directions

Special equipment: A piping bag or resealable plastic bag

For the brownies:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter the bottom and sides of two 8-inch round cake pans. Cut two 8-inch circles out of parchment and line the bottoms of the cake pans with the parchment.

2 Stir together the butter, granulated sugar, vanilla and eggs in a medium bowl In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt and bak ing powder Add the dr y ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined

3. Stir in the chocolate chips and divide the batter between the prepared pans, smoothing the tops. Bake until the brownies begin to gain a crust around the edges, pull away from the edge and a toothpick inser ted in the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes

4 Let the brownies cool fully in the pans on cooling racks, about 1 hour Cut each circle into 8 equal triangles with a k nife Use a small offset spatula or pie ser ver to lift each triangle out of the pan

For the American buttercream frosting:

Combine the confec tioners' sugar, butter and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment (or in a large bowl if using a handheld elec tric mixer) M ix on low speed until mostly incorporated Add the vanilla, increase the speed to medium-high and mix until smooth Loosen the consistenc y with milk as desired Add 24 drops green food coloring and 1 drop red food coloring and mix on medium speed for 1 minute Set aside

To assemble:

1 Using the tip of a paring k nife or a skewer, poke a small hole along the bottom edge of each brownie Inser t a candy cane "trunk" into each hole

2 Fill the piping bag with the frosting and cut 1/4 inch off the tip Using a zig-zag motion, pipe the frosting from the base to the tip of each tree Decorate the trees with sprink les and top each with a candy-covered chocolate as the star.

Cook's Note

When measuring flour, we spoon it into a dr y measuring cup and level off the excess. (Scooping direc tly from the bag compac ts the flour, resulting in dr y baked goods.) a *Recipe from Foodnetwork.com

Bottoms-up! Bottoms-up!

Candy Cane Cocoa

By Sue Rawlinson

You’ll be so glad you read this

Baby, it ’s cold outside and it ’s the season for all things both warm and hear twarming. Kind of like hot chocolate and peppermint. Simple to make, this toast y treat warms the soul and the holiday spirit. Enjoy mugs of candy cane cocoa while trimming the tree or ser ve just before star ting “It ’s A Wonder ful Life ”

And for the over-21-crowd? Add a splash of peppermint schnapps for an ex tra tast y treat

Happy holidays, g lo friends Cheers!

Ingredients

• 4 cups milk

• 3 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, chopped

• 4 peppermint candy canes, crushed (nearly to dust)

• 1 cup whipped cream

• 4 small peppermint candy canes S H O P WA B A S H y y

Direc tions

1 In a saucepan, heat milk until hot, but not boiling Whisk in the chocolate and the crushed peppermint candies until melted and smooth Pour hot cocoa into four mugs, and garnish with whipped cream (yay for whipped cream!). Ser ve each with a candy cane stirring stick. a Allrecipes com

“’Tis the season to be aware of the tiny magic everywhere.”

retur ns to Embassy, adds “ White Christmas” on Thanksgiving

Festival of Trees is one of the region’s most anticipated holiday traditions This year, the festival adds a special Thanksgiving Day screening of the classic holiday movie “White Christmas, ” starring Bing Crosby and Rosemar y Clooney.

This year ’s Festival of Trees takes place Nov 22-29 Lobbies of the Embassy Theatre and Indiana Hotel are transformed into a wonderland of Christmas trees under the theme of “Silver Bells ” This year marks the festival’s 33rd celebration

Guests will tour the theater as they view 50+ decorated trees and animated holiday windows Admission includes a visit with Santa and Mrs Claus, festive enter tainment on the theater stage, including per formances featuring the Grande Page pipe organ

V isit www fwembassytheatre org for a complete lineup of ac tivities

Founded in 1984, the Festival of Trees suppor ts ongoing operational and restoration effor ts for the Embassy Theatre Foundation. The festival is the organization’s largest annual fundraising event.

Tickets are $8/adult, $4/youth ages 4-12 Children 3 and under are free (ticket required) Purchase tickets at the STAR Bank box office at the Embassy Theatre, 800.745.3000 and ticketmaster.com.

The Embassy ’s Festival of Trees is a holiday tradition for nor theast Indiana V isit the Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd in downtown For t Wayne

For additional event information and hours, see this page’s ad for Embassy Festival of Trees Don’t miss this festive event! a

By Ray Balogh

1 | Friday | Auburn First Friday

Late night shopping, live entertainment, local culinary delights, locally crafted beverages, more Free admission 5 p m -8 p m , downtown Auburn 260 333 0883

1 | Friday | Toys for Tots Holiday Concert

Features Shannon Persinger and the Eric Clancy Trio Please bring a new unwrapped toy to share $12/person 7:30 p m , The Cottage, US 24 at Locust, Roanoke Call 260 483 3508 for tickets, cottageevents@aol com

1-2 | Friday-Saturday | “Christmas at Home with the Swinney Sisters”

Enjoy a cup of syllabub in the parlor and, tasty savories, sweets and tea in the dining room Music by The Hearthstone Ensemble $20/person, reservations required 2:30 p m -4:30 p m Friday, 11 a m -1 p m and 2:30 p m -4:30 p m Saturday, Historic Sweeney Homestead, 1424 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne Make reservations at 260 747 1229 or 260 747 1501, settlersinc org

1-10 | Monday-Sunday | Festival of Gingerbread

More than 100 handmade gingerbread houses and designs $6 adults; $4 seniors (65+) and youth (3-17); children 2 and under and The History Center members free 9 a m-5 -p m Monday through Thursday, 9 a m -8 p m Friday and Saturday, noon-5 p m Sunday, The History Center, 302 E Berry St , Fort Wayne 260 426 2882, fwhistorycenter com

1-30 | Tuesday-Sunday | Christmas at the Conservatory Activities include:

• “Snow Days” holiday garden exhibit, Dec 1 through Jan 7, 2018

• “Garden in Lights,” Dec 1 through Jan 7, 2018

• Breakfast with Santa, 9 a m -10 a m Saturday, Dec 2

• Santa and the Reindeer, noon-4 p m Saturday, Dec 2, 9, 16

• Snow Days concert, 6 p m -7 p m Thursday, Dec 7

• Suzuki Strings holiday concert, 2 p m -2:45 p m Sunday, Dec 10

• Extended holiday hours, open until 8 p m Thursday and Friday evenings until Dec 22 Adults $5, children (3-17) $3, children (2 and under) free Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S Calhoun St , Fort Wayne 260 427 6440, botanicalconservatory org

1-31 | Tuesday-Sunday | Traveling Exhibitions

Adults $7, students (pre-K through college) $5, seniors (65 and older) $5, families $20, free general admission 5 p m -8 p m Thursday, $1 last Saturday of each month 10 a m -6 p m Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; 10 a m -8 p m Thursday; noon-5 p m Sunday (closed Mondays), Fort Wayne Museum of Art, 311 E Main St , Fort Wayne 260 422 6467, fwmoa org

2 | Saturday | 10th Annual Monroeville Holiday Magic

Santa, craft show, kids activity tables, cookie walk, poinsettia sales, gingerbread house contest, face painting, cookie decorating Free hot chocolate; lunch available for purchase History museum open Free trolley rides between venues Free admission 10 a m -2 p m , downtown, Monroeville monroevillein com

3 | Sunday | Flea Market

Nearly 100 indoor vendors, hot food available Sponsored by the Adams County Coin Club 8 a m -3 p m , Riverside Center, 231 E Monroe St (Highway 224 East), Decatur Contact Carla at 260 517 8182, facebook com/decaturindianafleamarket

3 | Sunday | Meraki Fest

Family-friendly Vaudeville-themed debut festival features Australian country-roots musician Bill Chambers and popular local bands Fire dancing, human statues, face painting, comedy, photo booth

Female impersonators and burlesque show in heated patio for patrons 21 and older $10 advance, $12 at the door, $5 kids 12 and under 4 p m -9 p m , The Phoenix, 1122 Broadway, Fort Wayne 260 602 2542, merakifest brownpaper com

4 | Monday | “Christmas Songs of Worship”

Chris Tomlin, one of the most influential artists in Christian music, with 16 No 1 radio singles, a Grammy Award and three Billboard Music awards, will perform Christmas music $71/$51/$31/$21 7 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

5 | Tuesday | Moscow Ballet’s

Great Russian Nutcracker

A Christmas tradition in North America since 1993, featuring 40 dancers

$175/$102/$68/$48/$37 50/$28 7 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

5, 12, 19, 26 | Tuesday | “Little River Ramblers”

Hike and explore the interesting plants and wildlife of Eagle Marsh Sponsored by Little River Wetlands Project Free admission 9 a m -11 p m , Arrowhead Prairie parking lot, 8624 Aboite Road, Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

5-29 | selected dates | Movies

Several movies will be shown at Ford Theater while Eagles Theatre is undergoing renovation Theater popcorn will be served at all showings

“Frozen,” 2 p m and 7 p m Saturday, Dec 9 $2

Throwback Tuesdays, 7 p m $2:

• Dec 5, “Miracle on 34th Street”

• Dec 12, “White Christmas”

• Dec 19, “It’s a Wonderful Life” Winter Bash Movies, 2 p m and 7 p m Free admission:

• Tuesday, Dec 26, “Inside Out”

• Wednesday, Dec 27, “Moana”

• Thursday, Dec 28, “Finding Dory”

• Friday, Dec 29, “The Lion King” 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

6-21 | Monday-Friday |

12 Days of Christmas

Aspire Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa will have 12 exclusive product and treatment specials in honor of the holidays RSVP required 8:30 a m -4:30 p m Monday through Friday, 7735 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 260 427 7473, aspireplasticsurgery com

9 | Saturday | Decatur Artisan Craft Market

Craft vendors and direct sellers of handmade crafts, jewelry, candles, soaps, baked goods, home decor, clothing and accessories, wood and metal items Breakfast and lunch available Free admission 9 a m -1 p m , Riverside Center, 231 E Monroe St , Decatur 260 223 7828, facebook com/adamscountywintermarket

9 | Saturday | Girls Night Out

Food, shopping, giveaways, cash bar First 100 guests receive a grab bag loaded with coupons and samples A portion of sales will support Wabash Shop With a Cop Free admission 7 p m -9:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

13 | Wednesday | “Short Hikes for Short Legs: Tracks and Scat”

Create animal tracks in sandboxes and then explore the trails looking for where animals have walked Boots recommended Free admission, open to children 3-5 accompanied by responsible adult 9 a m -10 a m , Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

14 | Thursday | “Breakfast on the Marsh: Looking Back on 2017, Forward to 2018”

Betsy Yankowiak, director of preserves and programs, will share accomplishments of 2017 and goals for 2018 A light breakfast will be served For 50 years and older Call to preregister Free admission 8:30 a m -9:45 a m , Indiana Wesleyan Education & Conference Center, Room 102/104, 8211 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

14 | Thursday | “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical”

Stage production based on the beloved animated television special $55/$40/$25 7:30 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

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For an appointment, c all 260.483.1847 or 1.800.727.8439, ext. 68120. Walk-in openings are available depending on schedule.

12.02 O wen’s S uper Market - 903 Lincoln Way S., Ligonier

12.04 DeBrand’s Fine Chocolates - 10105 Auburn Park Drive Free piece of chocolate with ever y mammogram!

12.08 Byron Health Center - 12101 Lima Rd.

12.11 Unfailing Love Clinic - 700 E. Monroe St., Dec atur

12.14 Life Care of Lagrange - 0770 N. 075 E., Lagrange 12.15 Parkview Warsaw - 1355 Mariners Dr., Warsaw

12.18 Maid Per fec t - 6055 Stoney Creek 12.19 Tuthill - 8825 Aviation Dr.

12.20 Community State Bank - 802 E. Albion St., Avilla

12.21 Hamilton Village Foods - 3890 W. Bellefontaine Rd., Hamilton

12.22 S age Bluff and Rehabilitation - 4180 S age Bluff Crossing

12.26 The Cedars - 14409 S unrise Ct., Leo, 12.27 Parkview Physicians Group New Haven - 1331 Minnich Rd., New Haven 12.28 Chick-Fil-A - 1725 Apple Glen Blvd. 12.29 Walmar t Lima Rd - 10105 Lima Rd.

21 | Thursday | Serving Our Seniors Lunch and a Movie

Enjoy a free lunch and a heartwarming holiday movie Light lunch will be provided Free admission 1 p m, Life Care Center, 1649 Spy Run Ave , Fort Wayne RSVP to 260 422 8520, lifecarecenteroffortwaynein com

31 | Sunday | New Year’s Eve Dinner Show

Features The Brat Pack Benefit for Oak Hill Farm $45/person 6 p m dinner, 7 p m -10 p m show, The Cottage, US 24 at Locust, Roanoke Call 260 483 3508 for tickets, cottageevents@aol com a

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glo-roscopes december 2017

glo-roscopes

By Julie Young

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

The ability to celebrate a number of holidays is a blessing, so trim the tree, light the menorah and have a happy bir thday I t is the most wonder ful time of the year so why not make the most of it with a non-stop par ty? Your friends and family love any excuse to get together so invite them for the celebrations.

Capricorn (December 22 - Januar y 19)

Empathy and compassion are your strong suit and this is the month to put them on full display. Send cards to the VA hospital, visit the pediatric unit or deliver care pack ages to the homeless There is so much you can do to show how much you care and the need is great

Aquarius ( Januar y 20 - Februar y 18)

I t ’s really impor tant to go with the flow this month and accept things as they are There is no such thing as a per fec t holiday and no amount of expec tations, preparation and planning can turn it into a Hallmark card Memories are made from ex traordinar y occasions, even if things go wrong

Pisces (Februar y 19 - March 20)

You will attend an event this month that will open your eyes to a new culture Embrace the food, the customs and celebrations and infuse some of it into your life all year long I t will add depth and make ever ything more interesting

Aries (March 21 - April 19)

The holidays are full of emotional excitement so steer clear of touchy conversational topics and people who make you uncomfor table Put in your appearance at the holiday festivities and then make it an early night I t ’s better than wallowing in turmoil during what should be a happy occasion.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

Ever yone needs boundaries, but during the holidays, it ’s OK to let things slide a little You can go back to your diet after the New Year You can sleep in on the weekends, but be cognizant to enjoy the here and now. You’ve been disciplined for so long; it ’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

You’ve gone through something difficult in recent weeks and you’ve distanced yourself from those you love. Remember, especially during this season, it ’s OK to need others You do You need your family and friends more than ever, so allow them to embrace you

Cancer ( June 21 - July 22)

You can only control so much and beyond that, you have to roll with the punches You can’t guarantee a white Christmas any more than you can steer a sleigh or make reindeer fly Do what you can, take things as they come and trust that ever ything will work out as it is supposed to

Leo ( July 23 - August 22)

The cuteness of k ids at Christmas is not lost on you and perhaps this is the motivation you need to consider expanding your own family Talk to the one you love about what you are feeling and see if he is on the same page of the “baby book ” Perhaps there will be a special deliver y for you nex t year!

Virgo (August 23 - September 22)

You have to stop sweating the small stuff or it will over whelm you. Studies show that minor hassles cause more harm than major life events and who needs that? Not you, that ’s for sure. No one will notice the minor details if you sk ip over them. They just want to see you happy, so give yourself a break.

Libra (September 23 - Oc tober 22)

Ever yone has that one person whose melodrama threatens the holidays but you can’t let him spoil your fun If you can’t reason with the individual or convince him to dial the drama down a notch, then set firm limits on how much time you plan to spend with him

Scorpio (Oc tober 23 - November 21)

Food could and should be a pleasurable experience and with you in the k itchen, you k now your cook ies will be the best, your meal the most memorable and ever y dish a delight This is your month to merrily share your sk ills and put together an affair that will be remembered all season long a