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ABCs from page 1B Of course, the most important letter in the list might just be “L,” standing not only for “latte” but for “local.” Remember that a dollar spent locally helps keep public services funded and your neighbors employed, to say nothing of the money and aggravation saved by staying off the highway. Take a gander at our list, and if you don’t find something enticing on it, perhaps it’ll inspire you to do some similar brainstorming of your own. We’d suggest you avoid using numbers, though; the Twelve Days of Christmas things has been done, and that stuff is pretty expensive. Have a merry Christmas! A is for Art Impress your giftees with original works by local artists. Fridley Art Gallery, 1185 Second St. in Brentwood, features paintings, sketches, ceramics and sculptures created by artists in your hometown. The Gallery’s gift shop allows you to shop for several of your friends in one convenient location. For more information, call 925-783-2853. You can also contact the Arts & Cultural Foundation of Antioch (ACFA), which is dedicated to advancing all of the arts in a way that promotes communication, education, appreciation, cultural diversity and collaboration throughout our community. Visit them at 809 W. 1st St. in Antioch or call 925-3259897 for information on venues, shows and other activities. B is for Boots Horsetown Tack, 6675 Brentwood Blvd.,
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Horsetown Tack in Brentwood offers an array of cowgirl gear perfect for the horse rider in your life. Suite B in Brentwood, stocks everything you need for the horse lover in your life, including clothes and gear. Horsetown Tack offers boots for people and bell boots for horses. Western apparel and accessories range from hats, belts, and purses to cowboy-themed items such as figurines and picture frames. Well-known for selection, friendly service and reasonable prices, you can also reach Horsetown Tack by calling 925-625-9900.
C is for Cinema Treat the movie buff in your family to a cinematic adventure with a gift certificate to a local movie theater. CineLux Delta Cinema Saver, 641 First St. in Brentwood, shows the latest family films at discounted prices, while Rave Motion Pictures, located at The Streets of Brentwood, offers all the latest hits, including screenings in 3-D and IMAX 3-D. And don’t forget AMC Deer Valley, 4204
Lone Tree Way in Antioch. Give the gift of a date night to your favorite couple by pairing the gift certificate with a gift card to a local restaurant. D is for Dance Inspire anyone’s inner Lord of the Dance by reserving a space in a dance class. Kids can dabble in tap, ballet and hip-hop at Step 2 This Dance & Performing Arts, 2101 Main St. in Oakley. For the adults, try a spin on Cozette’s Ballroom Dancing floor, based in Brentwood. Try on the fox trot, tango or West Coast swing. For more information, visit www.brentwooddancelessons.com or call 925-240-9847. E is for Epcot A trip to the happiest place on Earth is the perfect gift for anyone on your list who could use a little fun in 2012. Almost There Travel, 506 W. Second St. in Antioch, specializes in Disney tourism and can help you plan a trip to Disney World in a snap. They can also suggest Disney cruises and Adventures by Disney that take tourists to exotic locations such as Egypt, the Galapagos Islands and China. For more information, call 925-238-0001. F is for Fishing rod Hook, Line and Sinker, 3100 Main St., Suite 260 in Oakley, is the place to go to find the perfect gift for any sportsman of the sea. Rods, reels, bait, tackle – you name it – the Hook Pro Shop has it. You’ll also find supplies for land hunting at the Hook. Guns and archery equipment, and all the accessee ABCs page 4B
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shops include Uphoria, 5601 Lone Tree Way in Brentwood, or its ice cream shop at 5009 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. Brentwood boasts a Yogurt Jungle, 761 Second St.; and Yogurt Island is located at 3100 Main St. in Oakley. N is for News Keep your loved ones well informed with a gift volunteer subscription to The Press. Voluntary subscriptions – $10 per year in Brentwood, Oakley or Discovery Bay; $29 in Antioch. Weekly issues of The Press will come straight to your home. Subscribers receive not only the paper, but breaking news e-mails. These voluntary subscriptions also serve as a way to show The Press’ advertisers
just how much the community really loves us. Call The Press at 925-634-1441 or stop by 248 Oak St. in Brentwood today. O is for Ornaments Whether it’s a vintage Santa, glassblown tree topper or whimsical Christmas character, the gift of an ornament is the gift of tradition and joy. Nothing compares to a thoughtful, handpicked personalized ornament that will become an instant keepsake and family heirloom. Specialty shops and boutiques such as Exclusively Yours on 3877 Walnut Blvd. in Brentwood (925-634-7003) offer impressive assortments, as do many
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ABCs from page 5B of the fine stores in the Somersville Towne Center in Antioch. P is for Poinsettias Red, white, yellow, pink – even orange and salmon colored – the beautiful, decorative poinsettia plant makes the perfect hostess gift or Christmas surprise for that hard-to-buy-for someone on your list. Local florists and retailers offer an abundance of the non-toxic native Mexican flowers as well as other holiday floral bouquets and arrangements, including fresh-cut wreaths. Check out Good Scents Florist, 3513 Main St. in Oakley (925-625-5550); Ribbons & Roses, 151 Chestnut St. in Brentwood (925-6343832); or Heaven Scent Florals in Discovery Bay (925-634-9325). Q is for Quartz As in quartz watches – but generous Santas needn’t stop there. The time-honored gift of jewelry – for both men and women – says Merry Christmas like nothing else. A fabulous piece of jewelry will light up the face of that lucky recipient and add a layer of chic to anyone’s look. For one-of-a-kind creations, stop in at Cre’me dela Gem, 613 First St. in Brentwood (925-516-6200) or Hardy Nix, 3600 Delta Fair Blvd. in Antioch (925-757-7100). R is for Restaurants When the stress of the holidays begins to build – and when the last pots and pans have been washed – most cooks have logged enough time in the kitchen for the season. see ABCs page 7B
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interactive space and science exhibitions, immersive digital-dome planetarium shows, and giant screen MegaDome shows. Chabot is also home to the largest research-quality telescopes open to the public west of the Mississippi. Whether it’s a gift for the entire family or a date night for two, Chabot Space & Science Center is the ideal place to stretch your boundaries and expand your cosmos. V is for Vine Nestled conveniently between the hubbub of suburbia and the verdant Central Valley, Hannah Nicole Vineyards offers awardwinning wines (the Gold Medal-winning 2009 Le Melange Blanc was one of a dozen Hannah Nicole wines that picked up awards at the 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition) that you don’t need to drive to Napa to get. The splendid setting is also perfect for parties, receptions, concerts and all types of gatherings. The address is 6700 Balfour Road in Brentwood, and the phone number is 925-240-9463. W is for Western Wear From hats to boots to enough shirts to satisfy anyone’s taste in sparkle, the Winner’s
Circle Western Wear in Antioch and the Weathervane Western Wear in Brentwood are there to help you outfit that cowboy or cowgirl in your life. The Winner’s Circle is well-known for its huge selection, and the Weathervane will have you looking good at work, at play, or both: the Weathervane also carries that professional-quality rodeo rope you’ve been looking for. Winner’s Circle is located at 20 W. 10th St. (925-757-0278) in Antioch, across from City Park. You can find the Weathervane at 225 Oak St. (925634-5229) in newly refurbished downtown Brentwood. X is for Xenodocheionology This user-unfriendly term denotes the love of hotels. Pairing up an overnight stay in a local lodge with a night of babysitting service could be the perfect gift for a holidayweary Mommy and Daddy. The Comfort Suites in Oakley, 5549 Bridgehead Road (925-755-1222) will allow your pet to join you. In Brentwood, the friendly folks at the Hampton Inn, 7605 Brentwood Blvd. (925513-1299) will help you choose from numersee ABCs page 9B
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ABCs from page 8B ous local entertainment options. Antioch’s Days Inn and Suites, 1605 Auto Center Drive (925-522-0010) offers easy access to the city’s historic Rivertown District and the Championship Roddy Ranch golf course. Y is for Yoga Yoga, a small word with big benefits. Sign up for classes at the Brentwood Yoga Center and cash in on the stress and pain relief, improved breathing and flexibility, and better strength and weight management this ancient practice offers. Brentwood Yoga Center provides safe, educational, fun yoga to all ages, body shapes, and abilities. It’s a Christmas present with a twist, and you can find it at 8650 Brentwood Blvd., Suite H (925-240-6864).
Z is for Zweiback The sweet, raised bread children gnaw on when teething is also a secret ingredient in many cooks’ special pie crusts. Get some at your local grocery, then head over to Barnes & Noble for a dessert cookbook, and that budding pastry chef in your life will be the one to turn to when planning your New Year’s Eve party. The store also hosts knitting classes, fundraisers and tons of activities for kids. It’s located in the Slatten Ranch Shopping Center, 5709 Lone Tree Way in Antioch (925-9781031). If it’s a rare, unusual or out-of-print cookbook you’d prefer, visit Books & Books in Antioch at 2329 Buchanan Road (925-778-4310).
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