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THE GREATEST GIFT ... 5 A local artist with a rock-’n’-roll reputation turns flakes of mica and pigment into the stuff of life.
WISH LIST ... 5 The founder of the South Seattle Emerald
tells us what he wants, including good pizza in his neighborhood and an end to racism.
BUY LOCAL ... 6 Amid the trappings of academia, there are treasures to be found on The Ave.
BUY NEARBY ... 7 Those searching for calm amid holiday insanity will find it in Bellingham.
GIFT PICKS ... 9 Presents for all, including artful
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My heart lies with the last-minute shopper. Whether a product of biology or environment, I too tend to leave gift purchases until the last minute. It certainly does not make for a stress-free holiday. But some of us thrive on that stress. Unfortunately, the rest of you have to live with us. For this I am deeply sorry. But it must be. Like the rush that accompanies a job at the helm of an ever-churning, deadline-driven publication, the combination of a ticking clock, a long list of names, and an empty basket focuses my muddled mind on the task at hand. My nostrils flare. It is go time. But it is a highwire act. While mulling that list for weeks has produced myriad ideas for my loved ones, there are no guarantees that the stockingstuffers will be in stock, that the presents will be present. Here is where the improvisational mind takes over and that most primary principle takes hold: “Never say no.” Behind every shop’s door is possibility. The most unlikely spot—a used-record store, a taxidermy shop— could contain a treasure you didn’t even know existed, and that your recipient didn’t even know they wanted. And perhaps won’t realize that they cherish until years from now. I do realize that is a horrifying way to go about shopping for most people. And so, for you who prefer not to wait until this, the final week of the shopping season, but have somehow ended up alongside the professional procrastinator, I present this, the final Seattle Weekly Gift Guide of the 2014 holiday season. Inside you will find more great gifts from local shops and makers, just as you have found in the past three installments (read them all at seattleweekly.com). There are amusing games for the bored teenager in your life, as well as artful objects for any home. And for those who don’t have time to run to the store to purchase these wares, we have compiled thoughtful gifts that you can just slip into a card in the comfort of your home. Your loved ones will cherish the gift of a night out at one of Seattle’s best restaurants or a membership to one of its most worthy arts organizations. And you will not have to worry about running into the likes of me as I storm the aisles of commerce, nostrils aflare. Mark Baumgarten Editor-in-Chief
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The action paintings of Jesse Higman give elegant form to the chaos of life.
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When I tell anyone residing north of the I-90 corridor that I’m from Rainier Beach/Skyway, most are stunned that I have no visible battle scars or PTSD from all those years spent surviving drive-bys that you might think take place 15 minutes past every hour—more reliable than the Metro bus system, mind you. Seriously—statistically we have less crime and more artists per capita than the northern portion of the city. Shocking? It shouldn’t be.
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$2.50. Sure, that’s barely enough for half a meal at any fast-food place, but for those who can’t pay that amount for fare, it’s enough to get you kicked off, detained, arrested, and/or fined should Sound Transit’s uncompromising sentinels discover you’re riding “dirty.” There are warlords who would look down in disgust at leaving the elderly and children stranded in torrential rain and cold without recourse to get home. There’s got to be a better way. Moratorium on the Word “Awesome”
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Over one million words in the English language and this is the one we’ve designated as the only perishable adjective that must be used up before expiration. If we could stop using it in response to everything from the extraction of belly-button lint to the exhalation of oxygen that would be so . . . so . . . damn, you got me. The Undoing of Racism
After 250,000 years of civilization, maybe a technological advancement could solve society’s most vexxing problem—perhaps an app that reminds us that the pigment of someone’s skin isn’t an automatic “Danger, Will Robinson!” moment. We’re moving into 2015, and we’re still shooting first and (maybe) asking questions later.
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An Italian Family Pizza Location in South Seattle
I normally loathe pizza, but this downtownSeattle staple has me in its grip. When money was low, in between book residuals, I have sold televisions, iPads, and a portion of my childhood comic-book collection just to get a taste of Italian Family Pizza and briefly experience an amalgam of Christmas, Utopia, and what Idris Elba must feel like every day of his life. E Read Green’s coverage of his community in the South Seattle Emerald at southseattleemerald.com. Find his novel, A Year Without April, at amazon.com.
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ing have been born over the past century, but the watery and mysterious Illuvium technique developed by Seattle artist Jesse Higman is among the most stunning and unusual. Higman is confined to a wheelchair and has limited use of his arms, but through his innovative and philosophical thinking, he invented a method wherein he pours iridescent flakes of mica and pigment onto a prepared surface, which creates flowing forms that dry into shimmering snapshots of wave movements, river deltas, swarms, the flow of life itself. For our watery clime, the style seems particularly apt, but they truly have universal appeal. The results make abstract art more accessible and representative of the balance of chaos and order underlying the process. Order: The pristine preparations around a specially designed table create bends in the surface of painted masonite, establishing the direction of the flow. The pigments are diluted in ratios to achieve specific effects. The surface is wetted. Chaos: The pigments are poured, and no one can predict just how everything will react and settle as it dries. There are just far too many variables, making it an elegant allegory of life itself, of creation in all forms. Higman knows deeply and personally how this unpredictable flow of life can result in chaos, and how the creative impulse is a means of making sense of it all. He has the calm energy of a true shaman, but is also a bit of a wild child. He’s close to a lot of rock royalty, having designed album covers for Heart, Alice in Chains, and other major acts. Like his art, Higman is a balance of order and chaos, dictated by a clear mind and heart. He has big plans for the coming year. A major grant from the city is allowing him to construct larger tables, at which he hopes to unite as many as 20 people to work on a pour simultaneously. He works large and small, but at any size the work is accessible. Black blackgrounds with carefully chosen palettes in abstract forms fit into most any environment. As a gift, going with a more modestly sized piece is smart, as it will be easier to place. The pictured piece, Reverie, is indicative of the Illuvium technique, but no two pieces are alike. Consider the shapes and colors available, and you may just end up with the perfect gift for the art lover in your life. E Prices vary. jessehigman.com.
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hot chocolate and go. If you do need specific titles, there’s no going wrong with University Book Store (4326 University Way N.E., 634-3400). The feminist on your list, for example, will treasure a copy of Not That Kind of Girl by Lena Dunham, Bad Feminist by Roxane Gay, or Unspeakable Things by Laurie Penny. Stay along the Ave for a while and hit Shiga’s Imports (4306 University Way N.E., 6332400) for items from the orient; Om Zappy (1409 N.E. 45th St., 661-1762) for free-trade tapestries and clothes from Nepal, Thailand, and India; Moksha (4542 University Way N.E., 632-2622) for edgy fashion; and, of course, Gargoyles Statuary (4550 University Way N.E., 632-4940) for gargoyle statues. Then finish your day off the Ave on Brooklyn. Down a flight of stairs beneath the Neptune Theatre, the understated exterior of Neptune Music Company (4344 Brooklyn Ave. N.E., 632-0202) hides a cultural bounty. The store is covered wall to wall in music; it even spills out into precarious stacks on the floor. This isn’t a shop you can casually browse, but a place where you carve out an entire afternoon to sift through tons of bins and piles to come across that gem: a rare Smiths single for your brooding nephew or an original-pressing Frank Zappa album for your vinyl-hound sister. E
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With its oversaturation of college students, the U District can often be overlooked, intentionally or not, as a great place for holiday shopping. But there are treasures to be found here. Sure, University Village on the opposite side of the University of Washington campus is an obvious choice for those looking for the conventional holiday feel (twinkling light-lined buildings and trees) and high-end retail (Apple, Microsoft, Williams-Sonoma, Anthropologie). But University Way, colloquially known as The Ave, offers something a little funkier, at times even charming. The bustle of frantic college students battling finals on the cusp of winter break is surprisingly festive. You could even visit the campus on a shopping break to take in that collegiate holiday feel. Think Hogwarts. Making your way up The Ave from Northeast 43rd Street, you’ll want to hit Heads Up (4305 University Way N.E.) first. This novelty shop is your stop for stocking stuffers: postcards, mugs, lunchboxes, T-shirts, and keychains with everything from the Beatles to My Little Pony on them. It’s Hot Topic without the corporate chain feel and moody teenagers. Next, Magus Books (1408 N.E. 42nd St., 633-1800) is a must for the bibliophile on your list, filled as it is with used, rare, and out-ofprint books. The space is small but packs a huge and expansive inventory; that and a friendly and knowledgeable staff gives this bookstore a charming intimacy. If you don’t have a specific title in mind, this is a great place to browse books on teasingly diverse topics. Along with a great fiction selection, you’ll also find sections on UFOs, chess, and potpourri. Tucked right behind Magus in the alley between University Way and 15th Avenue Northeast is your rest stop, Café Allegro (4214 University Way N.E., 633-3030). Seattle’s oldest and possibly most romantic and rustic coffee shop, this is a great place to grab some coffee or
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textures, and patterns, are enough to make you rethink your entire approach to interior design. For the Francophile on your list, visit Three French Hens (1100 Harris Ave., 756-1047) located inside a historic bank building. They do the dirty work of scavenging markets to create a unique shop brimming with gifts, vintage hats and jewelry, wall hangings, and apparel with a French flair. Finally, before you head back south, stroll through downtown’s Alley District between State Street and Railroad Avenue to find inspiration in its visionary and collaborative community. This creative hub boasts colorful murals and a diverse mix of artisans, cafes, bars, businesses, a community bike shop, and a community darkroom and photography studio. Toward the end of the alley, you’ll find Tide Lines (220 E. Maple St., 441-2368), a charming, unforgettable shop owned by jewelry designer Chelsea Jepson, who features artists from within a 100-mile radius. E
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excitement,” which, as we head into the holiday shopping homestretch, is preferable to “the city of supremely stressed-out excitement.” There are more reasons than a slogan to head 90 miles north on I-5. First, there’s Allied Arts’ annual Holiday Festival of the Arts (alliedarts. org/holiday-festival-2014), a five-week familyfriendly festival featuring locally sourced and handmade goods, artist demos, local music, and fun activities for kids. And it’s procrastinatorfriendly, wrapping up on Christmas Eve. Also, Bellingham seemingly has the hottest art scene and most independent shops in Washington—next to Seattle, of course—with a culture that’s hyperconscious of buying locally and supporting small businesses. Bellingham also keeps its shopping sustainable, which is why you’ll need to BYOB (bring your own bags). You can find locally made specialty items just about anywhere, from downtown Bellingham to Fairhaven, Lynden, Barkley Village, and Ferndale. For a romantic gift, visit Sandmaiden Sleepwear (1216 Harris Ave., 312-4059), Bellingham’s very own lingerie and loungewear shop. Owner and designer Amanda Boyd integrates feminine ballet-inspired touches to her designs of wraps, tunics, cardigans, palazzo pants, and even swimwear, cut and sewn in-house using natural fibers. They’re admittedly sexy and form-fitting in all the right places, and functional enough to wear outside without looking like a sleaze. Whimsey (1200 10th St. #104, 733-5568) in Fairhaven sells expertly curated and handpicked works from more than 40 unique local jewelers, sculptors, and independent artists. Their wall-art collection is impressive; the dye-on-silk paintings and “sugar skulls,” hand-painted in various colors,
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outdoor seating in their back garden. NS 622 Broadway E., 324-1108, poppyseattle.com. For the Adventurous Eater: Miyabi 45th
In a small, welcoming space in Wallingford, chef Soma’s specialty is soba noodles served with little bowls of decadent broths flavored with the likes of black truffle oil, assorted mushrooms, and leeks, or grated Japanese
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Lloyd Martin, tucked all the way up on Queen Anne Avenue, is still one of the most intimate spots in town. Its tiny jewel-box space has only 10 seats, and the bar and kitchen are an arm’s reach away. Here, under atmospheric low lighting, chef Sam Crannell serves pristine three-course tasting menus that draw heavily on the season and local ingredients. Expect beauties like matsutake bisque, rabbit ravioli with Italian porcini and saba and huckleberry cake with whipped mascarpone. The wine list is extensive and calls for a special bottle shared by two. NICOLE SPRINKLE 1525 Queen Anne Ave. N., 420-7602, lloydmartinseattle.com.
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Over one year in, Westward has yet to let me down, whether for weekend brunch, a drink and raw oysters at happy hour, or a proper dinner. The stylish, award-winning, nationally lauded spot on Lake Union delivers the best seafood, meat, and produce, which then gets chef Zoi Antonitsas’ unique Mediterranean twist. Standouts include their always-fresh oysters on the half shell; braised lamb shoulder with herb & onion salad, pomegranate, tzatziki, and pita; and whole roasted branzino with roasted fennel and its pollen and avgolemono sauce. NS 2501 N. Northlake Way, 552-8215, westwardseattle.com. For the Sushi Connoisseur: Mashiko’s
Yes, your loved one will have to travel to West Seatttle and make reservations if you want to snag a seat at what’s widely considered Seattle’s best spot for sushi. But with a focus on sustainability, chef Sato serves nigiri and sashimi you likely won’t find elsewhere, such as the rainbow trout I had on a recent visit. Omakase (or chef ’s choice) here is truly an adventure, and will allow you to sample ultra-fresh and interesting preparations of things like uni and matsutake mushrooms. No monster-sized, cream-cheese-laden sushi rolls here. NS 4725 California Ave. S.W., 935-4339, sushiwhore.com. For the Seasonal Food Fanatic: Poppy
Seattleites in general have been conditioned to expect the freshest food available. But for that person in your life who truly lives by the seasonal creed, a gift certificate to Poppy should do the trick. Nearly everything on its menu reflects the growing season. Fall’s menu, for instance, includes a lavender-crusted duck leg with pomegranate red cabbage, and, of course, their signature nigella-poppy naan bread. Spring bonus:
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mountain yam, aonori, and quail egg. But it’s not all about the noodles here; she also serves items like foie-gras tofu with honey-roasted grape; kabocha pumpkin shrimp bisque; and housemade duck meatballs with fried duck egg and sautéed sunchokes. NS 2208 N. 45th St., 632-4545, miyabi45thseattle.com. For the Sweet Lover: Hot Cakes Molten Cakery
It’s a no-brainer. Hot Cakes in Ballard (soon
to come to Capitol Hill) gives the sweettoother in your life a choice of stocking up on Autumn Martin’s homemade treats, like rye-whiskey caramel sauce or a s’mores kit, or taking a seat and indulging in grilled chocolate sandwiches, boozy shakes, spiked drinking caramel with mezcal, and seasonal specials like apple bread pudding. No matter the date, lines weave outside the door for summery icy treats or wintery warm ones. NS 5427 Ballard Ave. N.W., 420-3431, getyourhotcakes.com.
For the Wine Lover: Nell’s
Nowhere in Seattle are serious wine lovers catered to more. Its list features both iconic bottlings and nerdy favorites; the staff is practiced and easy to converse with; and whatever night you show up, you’re almost certain to run into a collector or two opening a special bottle. The prices on the list are quite reasonable, as is the corkage policy, and the menu is flexible enough to accommodate just about anything you might want to pair with it. ZACH GEBALLE 6804 E. Green Lake Way N., 524-4044, nellsrestaurant.com.
in Seattle. But what’s rarer is the swanky restaurant that also serves first-rate food—in this case, Middle Eastern. Enter Mamnoon. This shiny, spacious, open-kitchen establishment on Capitol Hill allows you to indulge in small plates like charred eggplant and minced lamb or Armenian beef tartare with cracked wheat, flowering oregano, basil radish, tomato, turnip pickle, and cilantro. NS 1508 Melrose Ave., 9069606, mamnoonrestaurant.com. E
For the Night Owl: Toulouse Petit
Two things I want from late-night meals: a decent selection and an atmosphere lively enough that I don’t feel totally isolated. Lower Queen Anne’s Toulouse Petit nails both: Its menu is eclectic and available until 1 a.m., and it always feels both animated and romantic. ZG 601 Queen Anne Ave. N., 432-9069, toulousepetit.com. For the Vegetarian: Plum Bistro
There’s a reason Plum Bistro attracts celebrities to its stylish Capitol Hill digs: owner Makini Howell’s vegan delights, such as spicy Cajun mac ’n’ yease or jerk tofu-and-yam burger. But it’s not all comfort food. Elegant dinner entrées include the likes of rosemaryand sage-rubbed seitan steak with butter-bean and pumpkin succotash and oyster-mushroom fettuccine with kale, seitan, parsley, and garlic. NS 1429 12th Ave., 838-5333, plumbistro.com.
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Word Dominoes
Perfect for the word nerd in your life, this party game brings a new twist to a traditional game. Players take turns linking pictures to create various words and phrases, resulting in hilarious and imaginative answers. Easy to play, the game offers endless creative freedom, ensuring every round is different. Created by local gaming company Forrest-Pruzan Creative, Word Dominoes comes with 42 dominoes (84 images in total). TERRA CLARKE OLSEN $25. Queen Anne Book Company, 1811 Queen Anne Ave. N., 2842427, queenannebookcompany. indiebound.com. Control-AltHack Game
A tabletop game all about “white-hat hacking”
(ethical computer hacking to ensure security). Based on game mechanics by Steven Jackson Games (creator of the popular game series Munchkin) and developed by game designers from the UW Computer Security and Privacy Research Lab, Control-Alt-Hack presents players with different missions that require various hacking skills. Geeks and non-geeks alike will enjoy it because of its fun gameplay and humorous scenarios. TCO $30. Ada’s Technical Books and Cafe, 425 15th Ave. E., 3221058, seattletechnicalbooks.com.
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Madison Backpack
Made by Alchemy Goods, this is the perfect gift for the destructive teenager. Made from 56 percent upcycled material—used bike tubes, with shoulder straps forged from seat belts—the backpack has a divider for a laptop and multiple pockets. Locally made, the Madison Backpack offers a unique look, and is waterproof and durable. Best of all, Alchemy will repair any manufacturing defects for free! TCO $148. Alchemy Goods, 1723 First Ave. S., 484-9469, alchemygoods. abesmarket.com. E
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Porcelain Fortune Cookies
Let’s face it: Even if a fortune cookie is palatable, it isn’t what you choose to eat. We just want the fortune inside, which is often just dull inspiration instead. Boo. But with a new year approaching, a little good fortune is in order. Consider the microsculptures of artist Aleksandra Pollner: porcelain fortune cookies with messages by a Seattle-based psychic. Untouched, they’re elegant little symbols of luck and what could be. Open them and . . . well, you’ll find out. TSF $16. Available at the Frye Museum Store, 704 Terry Ave., 6229250, fryemuseum.org.
Fused Glass Chopstick Rests
In addition to sculpture, Pacific Northwest artist Kurumi Conley makes gorgeous tableware from fused glass in geometric, traditional, and natural motifs—pinnate leaves, candy-colored squares, contemporary blends. Her chopstick rests make great gifts for those who love Asian cuisine. Whether the recipient likes to coordinate with the season or just loves a little color at the table, Conley’s creations are bound to please. T.S. FLOCK $25 for a set of 5. Available at ArtXChange, 512 First Ave. S., 839-0377, artxchange.org.
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Lovers’ Teapot
Ceramicist Adrien Miller of Florentia Clayworks creates intricate sculptures and busts in addition to functional art. Teacups and teapots bear soft, dreamy faces, giving the already-beautiful natural materials an added humanity. The lovers’ teapot is an especially humanistic offering, following principles of feng shui which state that images of pairing increase harmony in a home. It’s one of many unique works that will bring an extra meditative touch to one’s teatime. TSF $150. etsy.com/ listing/122259109/lovers-teapot-porcelainrelationship.
English Walnut Salad Bowl and Peruvian Walnut Salad Servers
A combination of functional art and perfect form, this English walnut bowl was made by Dale Larson of Oregon. Larson turns bowls from local hardwoods such as Pacific madrone and burled maple. Bellingham’s Tiplin Taylor makes the elegant but sturdy servers using a bentwood process—two thin slices of wood are employed to create the distinctive bend. A match made in heaven. LISA COLE Salad bowl $375, servers $28. Available at Northwest Woodworkers Gallery, 2111 First Ave., 625-0542, nwwoodgallery.com. Glassybaby Hot Toddy Drinker
Since 2001, glassybabys have been lighting homes in fashionable and colorful ways. One of the latest additions to The Drinker, a slightly rounder, thinner drinking glass that comes in more than 30 colors, is the Hot Toddy. The Drinker is a hip way to serve party cocktails or set a table, and makes a beautiful bedside drinking vessel. You can be a giver, too, as a percentage of Drinker sales benefit the Department of Veterans Affairs to support the health needs of veterans. LC $55. glassybaby.com. E
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Christmas at Queen Anne Lutheran CHRISTMAS EVE Wednesday, December 24 5:30 PM Christmas Eve Family Vesper Service Participation by the Sunday School and the Shalom Choir
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Getting inside the arts with memberships and more. Seattle Art Museum Membership
Frye Art Museum Membership
The Frye is arguably Seattle’s most inventive and exciting large art space right now. And it’s free! But that freedom is maintained in part by memberships. So by giving one, you’ll be giving the gift of support for adventurous exhibits, plus a 10 percent discount at the Museum Store and at Daniel Smith Artists’ Materials and a 25 percent discount at all U-Frame-It shops. So this isn’t a handout by any means. AS $50 and up. Frye Art Museum, 704 Terry Ave., 622-9250, fryemuseum.org. Henry Art Gallery Membership
Why should students have all the fun? While the Henry is free for those matriculated at UW, a membership allows unfettered access to the adventurous art museum, as well as exclusive access to previews, opening parties, and events inside and outside the museum. AS $10 and up. Henry Art Gallery, 4100 15th Ave. N.E., 543-2280, henryart.org. Seattle Symphony Gift Certificate
An outing at Benaroya Hall is always a memorable evening, an uplifting event espe-
cially perfect for the gloomy season. Be a part of that moment by comping the night with prepaid tickets for friends. Seattle Symphony asks that customers expect later delivery during the holiday season, and to keep in mind that certificates expire three years from date of purchase. AS Prices vary. 200 University St., 215-4700, seattlesymphony.org.
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Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley Gift Card
At Seattle’s premiere jazz joint, live music, cocktails, and dinner are all part of the experience. But imbibing all that jazz can put a dent in anyone’s wallet. Help out a friend with a gift card that can be used for tickets, food and drink, and merchandise. Available online in $25 increments up to $500. To designate a specified amount, phone the club. AS $25 and up. Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, 2033 Sixth Ave., 441-9729, jazzalley.com. Intro to Dance Class at Velocity Dance Center
For the would-be, could-be, won’t-stop-talking-about-it dancer on your list, there’s Velocity, and this class is perfect for getting in on the ground floor. Students don’t just practice dance, but also proper etiquette and technique, receiving instruction on body awareness through group exercises. The program is divided into two series, the variants being day, time, and instructor. Each lasts six weeks. AS $70. Velocity Dance Center, 1621 12th Ave., 325-8773, velocitydancecenter.org. ACTPass
Give the gift of endless great theater—or three months of it, at least. ACTPasses are sold in three-month increments, up to a maximum of 12. Each month the holder can attend up to six shows in A Contemporary Theatre’s many performance spaces, including plays, film, music, dance, and more. Membership begins the month in which the enrollment is processed, so purchase accordingly. AS $90 and up. ACT, 700 Union St., 292-7676, acttheatre.org. E
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For unto us a Child is born. Unto us a Son is given: And the government will be upon His shoulders. And His name will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6
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