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Holiday cheer blossoms before your very eyes with a little help from Tree in a Can. Price: $14 glenbow.org

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Unique animals designed by architect Sindy Posso and Mayan artists combine modern concepts with ancestral native designs. Each twooly is entirely handmade by skilful Mayan weavers using 100 per cent natural wool knitted in manual looms. Price: $44.95 glenbow.org

{TWOOLy BULL}Artist M.C. Escher played with architecture, perspective and impossible spaces. Our silk tie features one of his classic compositions that transforms the shape of a bird. Price: $48 glenbow.org

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Sterling silver jewelry from a Vancouver-based design studio that utilizes techniques and forms derived from architecture. All products are designed in Vancouver and produced in Japan. Price: earrings: $200; pendant: $230; bracelet: $330 glenbow.org

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{ANGRy BIRDS STAR WARS TELEpOD DESTROyER BATTLE GAME}This Hasbro game set lets you stack up a star destroyer and knock it down with your five bird figures. Includes Capt. Panaka, Jedi Youngling, Anakin Skywalker (Pod racer), Padme Amidala and Luke Skywalker (Jedi) Bird figures; Emperor Palatine, Darth Vader, Zam Wesell, Droideka and Storm Trooper Pig figures. 5 and up. List price: $39.99

Which toys will be in hottest demand this season? On Nov. 5, Toys R Us released its annual hit list as

the most desired gifts in Canada.List continues on Page 6.

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{LEAp pAD2 SOFIA THE FIRST ROyAL BUNDLE}The bundle includes the first learning tablet, enchanted neoprene sleeve, seven wallpapers, two regal sticker sheets, $20 digital download card and front and back cameras/video recorders. Preloaded with nine apps and works with LeapFrog’s library of 800-plus educator-approved apps, games, e-books, videos, music and more (library content sold separately). Comes with a five-inch colour touch screen and stylus for convenient use. 3 and up. List price: $179.99

DESpICABLE ME 2 MINION DAvE TALKING ACTION FIGUREWith 55 Minion sayings and sound effects using Dave’s original voice from the Despicable Me 2 movie. Banana Mode: Press the back of Dave’s tongue and he will think you are feeding him; then press his pocket or move his head to hear him make a farting sound. “Feed” him more than once to hear super fart sounds. Two AA batteries included for in-store demonstration. 4 and up. List price: $34.99

{KURIO 7S TABLET}The Techno Source Kurio tablet allows you to control when and how long kids can use it, define which type of websites can be accessed, define which type of apps can be accessed, set up to eight profiles and tons of preloaded content. List price:

$200.00 {BIG HUGS ELMO} Hug your Hasbro Big Hugs Elmo toy and he really hugs back. Dance and sing with Elmo, and move Elmo around and see how he responds. Lay Elmo down, and he gets sleepy and sings a lullaby. Ages 18 months and up. List price: $59.99

{LEGO FRIENDS DOLpHIN CRUISER} Features waterslide, captain’s deck, kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom, shower, bow deck, snack bar, chaise lounges and personal water scooter. Accessories include water-skis, dolphin sonar, sofa, plant, food accessories, drinking glasses and dolphin food. Ages 6 to 12 years. List price: $69.99

{My LITTLE pONy EqUESTRIA GIRLS} Exclusive to Toys R Us, the Hasbro’s Equestria Girls give My Little Pony lovers more to love (shown is Fluttershy, one of several in the collection). 5 and up. List price: $12.99 (Fluttershy)

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Explore five shops full of gourmet Canadian food products,fine antiques, traditional toys, vintage accessories and collectables,

or arrange for an unforgettable antique portrait at thePark Lane Portrait Studio.

Shopping open daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Located before the Heritage Park Gates

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Looking for the perfect accoutrement to your holiday outfit? This wildly elegant fascinator will be the talk of the town. Visit the shops of the Haskayne Mercantile Block (located before the Heritage Park gates) to pursue the wide selection of styles. Price: $56.95 heritagepark.ca

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Heritage Park Historical Village is celebrating 50 years in 2014. This golden anniversary will include many new events, programs and attractions throughout the year, as well as returning classics. Be sure not to miss any of the fun with the exclusive Anniversary Pass, which offers all the benefits of a Heritage Park Annual Pass and more. Price: From $54.99 heritagepark.ca

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Stay warm this holiday season and make sure your “cheeks” aren’t “bear” with these Lazy One Flapjacks — super cute, super cosy long johns with a built in trap door. Available in baby onesies, kids and adult sizes. Price: $19.95-$55.95 heritagepark.ca

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Don’t lose your marbles trying to find the perfect stocking stuffers! From Tiny Tinny Springy Thingies to Matchbox Puzzlers, vintage-inspired toys will delight both the young and young-at-heart. Check out the full selection at Heritage Park’s wall-o-toys in the Haskayne Mercantile Block. Price: $2.95-$5.95 heritagepark.ca

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{DISNEy INFINITy STARTER KIT} Includes video game and Infinity Base, as well as base piece that allows access to three Infinity characters: Monsters University, Pirates of the Caribbean and The Incredibles and three Infinity characters: Mr. Incredible, Jack Sparrow and Sulley. Also includes first Infinity power disc, unique web codes to unlock content online and on a mobile device. Disney Infinity supports two-player co-op play in “play set” mode, and up to four players via local or network online play in “toy box” mode for HD consoles (Xbox 360, PlayStation3 and Wii U). Enjoy two-player co-op play in “toy box” mode on the Nintendo Wii. Rating: Everyone 10+. List price: $74.99

{CRAyOLA MARKER MAKER}Create up to 16 customized markers. All the tools needed to create customized coloured markers using this Crayola kit. Create your own colours: use the mixing guide or make your very own colour. Dip the marker core to absorb your custom ink. Compact design with built in storage. 6 to 15. List price: $24.99

{SKyLANDERS SWAp FORCE STARTER KIT} This Activision starter pack includes: one video game, one portal of power, three Skylanders figures, one character collector poster, three-sticker sheets with secret codes and three trading cards. Platforms: Xbox 360, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo Wii U, Sony PS3, Sony PS4 and Xbox One. Rating: E 10+. Online from: $74.99

{LEGO SUpER HEROES IRON MAN: MALIBU MANSION ATTACK}Includes five minifigures: Tony Stark, Mark 42 Armor, Pepper Potts, the Mandarin and Extremis soldier. Malibu Mansion section features include DUM-E and the Mandarin’s helicopter, which measures more than three inches (nine centimetres) high, nine inches (25 cm) long and three inches (9 cm) wide. Malibu Mansion section features exploding window function, rotating computer console and holographic screens. DUM-E includes fire extinguisher and Mark 5 suitcase. Ages 6 to 12 years. List price: $39.99

{FURBy BOOM} Collect and hatch virtual Hasbro Furblings to fill your city in the Furby Boom app, and try to get the golden Furblings egg.You can hatch and raise virtual Furblings with your Furby Boom and play games together using the free Furby Boom app. Use the Furby Boom app to give your Furby Boom creature virtual food, checkups, showers and more. Furby Boom will remember the name you give it and the names of other Furby Boom friends it meets. Furby Boom has more than twice as many possible responses as the previous Furby, and how you treat Furby Boom will shape its personality. 6 and up. List price: $64.99

{NERF REBELLE GUARDIAN CROSSBOW} The Guardian crossbow blaster from Hasbro fires darts up to about 23 metres. Features include: six-dart rapid blasting with flexing bow arms, auto-rotating six-dart launcher. Pull slide back and pull trigger to fire. Includes six darts. 8 and up. List price: $24.99

{MONSTER HIGH 13 WISHES HAUNT THE CASBAH DOLL} The ghouls of Mattel’s Monster High have been inspired to haunt the Casbah dolled up in to-die-for Moroccan-inspired fashions. Each doll comes with a fun lantern accessory to help create an even more boo-tiful night! Pictured is Frankie Stein. 6 to 13. List price: $24.99

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{y-vOLUTION yFLIKER F3 SCOOTER IN RED AND BLACK} This new innovative three-wheeled scooter from Yvolve Sports Ltd. is for kids and adults and is a great way to get outside and get active. Its cool, side-to-side ride and fun carving and drifting action, provides a riding experience completely different from traditional kick scooters. Ages 7 to 9. Online price range: $149.99-$197.99

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Whether she is a crafter, techie or the outdoorsie type, there are many gifts that would make the woman in your life feel appreciated this

holiday season.

GIFTS FOR HER

{LENOx BUTTERFLy MEADOW COLLECTION}

Based on the artistry of Louise Le Luyer, Butterfly Meadow china dinnerware features monarchs,

tiger swallowtails, orange sulphurs, other winged species and even dragonflies. Crafted of Lenox white porcelain, it’s microwave and dishwasher safe. Collection includes dinnerware and serve-ware sets.

Price: from $14.99 to $179.99. Available at select stores and

homeoutfitters.com

{SAMSUNG GALAxy Nx}The first 3G/4G LTE and wi-fi compact system camera, the NX is the ideal connected device for those who value the art of photography and want to share their gorgeous family photos/videos on the spot. List price: $1,699 Available wherever Samsung products are sold

{MEC CO-OpTED JACKET}This women’s vintage-inspired down jacket comes with technical features to make it a winter staple, including being treated with a durable water repellent. The button-down inner placket adds an extra insulation measure. Available three colours: moss, black and redwood (shown). Price: $130 Available at mec.ca

{HEAvEN SCENT}Give a celestial experience fit for a

goddess with Thierry Mugler’s limited edition scents,

which include the soft scents of Angel (3 ml),

with notes of vanilla, caramel, patchouli and

chocolate. Price: $45 Available at select stores, including

Shoppers Drug Mart

{ANGEL WINGS}These metallic angel wings mounted on stands have an adjustable height of 66 centimetres (26 inches). List price: $79.99 Available at select stores and Bowring

{GRUMBACHER FINE ARTS CLASSES}Learn basic acrylic painting techniques and create your own art piece featuring landscapes, florals, seascapes, still-life paintings and portraits.

No painting experience required. Price: See stores for details Available at Michaels

{pHILOSOpHy FRUITCAKE MIx}This set includes 120 ml vanilla cake mix three-in-one shampoo, shower gel and bubble bath; 180 ml of candied pecan hot salt body scrub; and 60 ml of cranberry medley body lotion. Price: $33 Available at select stores and thebay.com

{FRIENDS TAyLOR HEADpHONES}Turn the sidewalk into a catwalk with these over-the-ear soft white leather and rose gold handcrafted headphones. It features a three-button mic with volume, music and phone control, with the mic designed for Apple products and may be compatible with Android devices. Features include: premium 40 mm driver, 90-degree snap-resistant connector plug and zip-up carry case. Online price: $199 Available at indigo.ca

{AND THEN THERE WERE NUNS}Bestselling author Jane Christmas’s decision to enter a convent to discern whether she is “nun material” becomes a dilemma when long-term partner Colin proposes. Christmas puts her engagement aside and embarks on an extraordinary year-plus adventure to four convents. List price: $19.95 Available at select bookstores and indigo.ca

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