GIFTS ‘ tis the season 32nd ANNUAL HOLIDAY GUIDE 82 South Bay Accent HOME CONSIGNMENT CENTER Mountain View, 650/964-7212; Campbell, 408/871-8890; San Carlos, 650/508-8317. www.thehomeconsignmentcenter.com. Every day feels like a holiday at the Home Consignment Center, where fine quality vintage and contemporary jewelry awaits the savvy shopper. Not only do visitors pay only resale prices on the extensive and ever-changing collection of consignment gems, platinum, gold, diamonds and fine watches, but on-site jewelers also inspect all items—so quality and peace of mind are assured. Founded 20 years ago, this familyowned business has grown to 18 stores, each open seven days a week. And if you’re looking to spruce up your home with one-ofa kind pieces, the Home Consignment Center’s vast selection of choice furnishings and accessories is the perfect way to ring in the New Year with a new look. BEAUTY AMAZING LASH STUDIO 1360 El Paseo de Saratoga, San Jose, CA, 408/374-5274. www.amazinglashstudio.com. The eyes are the windows to the soul—so it’s no surprise that lush lashes are the season’s most sought after accessories. Eyelash extensions are all the rage in the beauty world and for good reason, too. They last for weeks, making it possible to pare down your morning beauty routine, give your mascara brush a break and look polished with minimal effort. Fittingly named Amazing Lash Studio makes upping your glam quotient and look an affordable prospect. Their unique waterproof formula and custom application of extensions ensure lash longevity and a natural look. Whether you are prepping for holiday parties, or hoping to make a splash on a beach vacation, Amazing Lash Studio will get you camera-ready in a flash. ARTS & RECREATION CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY MUSEUM GIFT SHOP 180 Woz Way, San Jose. 408/298-5437. www.cdm. org. Cap off a visit to the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose with a stop at the gift shop, and bring the interactive fun home with you. The carefully curated selection of creativity-sparking toys and unique gifts reflect museum’s core values of hands-on learning, educational enrichment and imagination. You’ll find science experiments, arts activities, costumes, maker kits, books and countless creative pastimes that enhance learning and draw out the scientist, artist, inventor and visionary in your child. For a gift that will last throughout the year, treat your family to museum membership. Perks include invitations to members’ only exhibition previews and celebrations, along with discounts on programs, birthday parties and purchases in the Museum Gift Shop. GARROD FARMS 22647 Garrod Road, Saratoga, 408/867-9527. www.garrodfarms.com. Situated in the stunning foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Garrod Farms presents an idyllic setting for horseback riding and lessons. Whether you’re seeking a pleasant day out with the kids or wish to learn the art of riding, the talented staff at Garrod Farms can assist. Little ones will love the pony rides, while grown-ups will marvel at the spectacular views on guided trail rides through vineyards and enjoy wine tasting at the ride’s end. Serious equestrians may wish to take advantage of the private or group lessons in English or Western riding, or just enjoy many of the beautiful horse breeds on the property. Garrod Farms offers memorable experiences year-round, and a gift certificate to the farm would make an excellent holiday present. MONTALVO ARTS CENTER 15400 Montalvo Rd, Saratoga. 408/961-5800. www.montalvoarts.org. Creative gift giving comes naturally at Montalvo Arts Center. Start a new holiday tradition by visiting the historic villa—an Italian Mediterranean Revival mansion nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains—where holiday-themed productions offer ample opportunity to make the most of the season. Offerings in 2017 include concerts by artists like Jim Messina (Jan. 26) and Crystal Bowersox (April 27) and hilarious comedy shows by Paula Poundstone (Jan. 7) and Louie Anderson (April 7). They also offer floral arranging classes, drawing and painting workshops, and a literary luncheon series where bestselling authors like Karen Joy Fowler (Jan. 25) and Lalita Tademy (April 18) discuss their work. So, grant your family and friends an artful experience at Montalvo—it’s sure to make their New Year merry and bright! STANFORD LIVE Stanford University, 650/724-2464, live.stanford.edu. Stanford Live presents a diverse array of music, dance and theater on the Stanford University campus, uniting celebrated and emerging artists at Bing Concert Hall, Silicon Valley’s premier location for performing arts. Highlights of the well-regarded arts organization’s 2016-17 season—its fifth in the new, stateof the-art Bing Concert Hall—include appearances by Scott Bradlee’s Post Modern Jukebox; South Pacific dance troupe Black Grace; indie-star José Gonzàlez; sitarist and international star Anoushka Shankar; the great Emerson String Quartet; and so much more. Make someone’s holiday special with the gift of tickets to one or more of these exciting performances. GREAT GETAWAYS ASTON LAKELAND VILLAGE RESORT 3535 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, 855/945-4064. www.astonlakelandvillage. com. Escape the hustle and bustle of the holiday season with accommodations that are truly elevating. Lakeland Village is South Tahoe’s premier condominium resort, featuring hotel amenities. Choices range from studios to five-bedroom townhomes, with full kitchens and deluxe continental breakfast offered daily throughout the ski season. The resort is nestled on 19 acres of serene GALORE & MORE
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