From future chemists to space junkies, SCI's A-ha! Store has unique gifts for everyone on your list! Visit the A-ha! Store during regular SCI hours or shop online at sciowa.org/aha $5 OFF any purchase of $35 or more $10 OFF any purchase of $70 or more 12/16 thru 12/24. Valid on in-store purchases only. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 30
For the kids SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Uncle Goose Elemental Blocks, $35. Ultra Stomp Rocket, $19. Primary Science Lab Set, $30. Omega Refractor Telescope, $130. Nerd Onesies, $15. For the kids at heart Chemistry Cocktail Set, $35. SCI Beaker er Mug, $11. DISRUPTUS: The Game Designed to Open Every Mind, $25. Available at: Science Center of Iowa 31
GET YOUR AT BELLA BOUTIQUE! ARE YOU READY FOR THE HOLIDAYS? WEST GLEN 5515 MILLS CIVIC PKY. Suite 160 WDM 515.440.3095 AT THE HUB 655 WALNUT ST. Suite 227 DM 515.288.2690 ANKENY 2010 SE DELAWARE AVE. Suite 234 515.965.7898 32
Big Buddha handbag (2 pc. set), $95, and matching wallet, $38. Gloves, assorted colors and styles, $12-$16. Picadilly black faux leather tank, $59 and matching jacket, $95. Iowa and ISU jewelry, $15 and leather belt, $95. Fringed scarves in assorted colors, $15-$22. Chevron pattern dress, $47 and faux leather studded jacket, $52, both by Jack. Newspaper print jacket, $70. ISU and Hawkeye shirts and jackets. Available at: Bella Boutique 33
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden Visit the newly opened Garden Shop, open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Members and children 3 and under: FREE 909 Robert D. Ray Drive Des Moines, IA 50309-2897 515.323.6290 dmbotanicalgarden.com 34
Botanical Garden Membership Give the gift of membership to the gardener in the family or anyone who enjoys taking in beautiful gardens and exciting programs. Price starting at $35. SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Handcrafted by Pella potters Bob and Connie Andersen, these bowls, pitchers and wine chillers feature Arts and Crafts styling and botanical motifs, $68. Barn Board Bird Ornament Handmade by Ken Keiran at Whirlythings in Beaverdale, these ornaments are perfect gifts for anyone fond of feathered friends, $16. Walnut Tree Rattle These tree-shaped, handmade children s toys are crafted with ne natural materials in Des Moines, $16. Christopher Royal Jewelry This unique, featherweight jewelry, designed by Chicago-based artist Christopher Royal, resembles leaves, fruit and water inspired by the artist s own series of wire and resin sculptures, $65. That Tree This iphone photo journal by Wisconsin-based photographer Mark Hirsh documents the life of a lonely bur oak tree over the course of a year in breathtaking portraits, $39.95. Galleria Botanical Umbrellas Always blooming, even in a storm, these botanical umbrellas make great gifts for anyone needing a little shelter from the elements, $27. Available at: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 35
GIVE THE GIFT OF FASHION for you or someone else! Scarves Purses Jewelry Designer Jeans Fashion Apparel Ms. Couture fashion to your front door $ 5 SAVE! off ANY PURCHASE OF $25 OR MORE. Some restrictions apply. Expires 12/31/13. conveniently located in the heart of VALLEY WEST MALL 515.208.7279 36
Ms. Couture Jewelry, $6-$24. Wine Cork Necklaces, $20. Ms. Couture Jewelry, $6-$24. Ms. Couture Handbags, $30-$60. Ms. Couture Scarves, $12-$20. Ms. Couture Jewelry, $6-$24. Ms. Couture Scarves, $12-$20. Ms. Couture hats, $10-$20. Available at: Ms. Couture 37
GIVE THE BEST PRESENT TO THE ONES YOU LOVE. The Staff at Sahar s Continental Shops work hard to offer the best affordable luxuries in clothing, hairstyling, medical aesthetics and spa treatments. We hope you will continue to relax and renew the mind, body and soul at our facilities. We appreciate your support and promise to always give you our best every day! pass through our doors... AND LEAVE THE WORLD BEHIND 4100 Westown Parkway West Des Moines 515-225-7559 www.sahars.com 38
Spherical Clips. SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Chrysocolla Bracelet. Tracy Reese Embelished Floral Navy Black Shift Dress. Nova White Bracelet. Milly Clutch. Jeweled Cap Zebra Frame Necklace. Available at: Sahar s 39
SANTA S WISH LIST Season tickets Mug Club membership Gift certificates Knothole Gang membership Backstop store merchandise Breakfast or Lunch at the Cub Club The Iowa Cubs have GREAT GIFT IDEAS! HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE IOWA CUBS! 40 CATCH ALL THE ACTION in 2014 2014 Season Tickets on sale NOW! Buy your season tickets before January 2 for 10% off Have your holiday party at the Cub Club restaurant at Principal Park! The Cub Club offers delicious dining with a one-of-a-kind view! The Cub Club is the perfect place to host a group meeting or special event. Space is available for up to 200 guests. This unique facility will meet your catering needs no rental fee with a food and beverage purchase. Centerplate is committed to a truly extraordinary experience for you and your guests. For more information, please contact Derek Hickey derek.hickey@centerplate.com or 515.244.3464. Don t forget! The Cub Club is open year round and open to the public! Monday Friday from 7am 2pm for breakfast and lunch Call the Iowa Cubs today 515.243.6111 You don t want to miss a single game!
Knothole Gang. Be a part of the best gang in town, the Knothole Gang. Hosted by the United Way, The Knothole Gang is open to kids 13 and under and includes entrance to select Iowa Cubs games, a T-shirt, a membership card and a free Knothole clinic. are the perfect gift to use year-round on tickets, merchandise or concessions! Backstop Store Merchandise in the Backstop Store makes great gifts for that Cubs fan in your life. Pick up stocking stuffers, Ts or hats today! Mug Club Membership (Ages 21+). Join the mug club and receive one free ll at designated Mug Club games. You also receive a collector mug. Available at: Iowa Cubs 41
Think Hinge FOR THE HOLIDAYS! $ 5 00 Find your perfect last minute gifts here. OFF any purchase of $25 or more. Some restrictions may apply. Expires 12/31/13 When a holiday card just won t do... Box Signs $ 9 - $ 40 Your Valley Junction Destination 218 5th Street West Des Moines 515.777.2770 42
Early John Deere eed help nding the perfect Rustic collectors item? Stop in! and clocks, Fresh supply of whimsical clocks and frames arriving weekly. Carrying a large supply of new and old signs you will be sure to nd one for the person on your list. Holiday throw pillows, With a large assortment of oneof-a-kind ornaments, you will nd the right ornament for any Picky Paul on your holiday list. and Many other antiques, $10 and up. Baby It s Cold Sled Find many of your favorite repurposed antiques here for the holidays, $10-$200. Holiday box signs, Available at: Hinge 43
tandem brick gallery tandem brick des moines You ll have them laughing christmas morning... if your stocking stuffers came from colorful leather wallets memorable children s gifts HOLIDAY HOURS M-F 9:30-6:30 SAT 9:30-5:30 SUN Noon-4:00 handmade paper star lights 2722 ingersoll avenue 282.1031 contemporary zip code pillows sassy sticky notes colorful readers crazy socks novelty gum band aids candles jewelry soaps lotion galore squirrel underpants stylin totes book bags beautiful scarves for everyone holiday open house Thursday Dec 12th Noon 9:00pm 44
Pillows Chandler4Corners Handmade in Vermont. Get yours at Sticks Galleries. Blue Witch Cups More than 75 breeds in stock or available to special order! Available in both Sticks galleries! Santa s Reindeer 100 percent handmade in Des Moines Iowa by Sticks! Happy Clay Handmade in the USA by artist Niki Buckley. Available at: Sticks 45
Pottery by you. Hand-painted pottery customized by you. Average cost, $5-$30. Gift cards. Don t know what to make for that certain person? Give them the gift of creativity with a gift card. Paint and Sip classes. BYOB, B, and we supply the fun and everything else, $35 for adult classes. Glass Fusing By You. Jewelry, vases, dishes and more customized by you. Average cost, $12-$35. Available at: Glazed Expressions GLASS FUSION POTTERY PAINTING PAINT & SIP www.glazedexpressions.com 8826 swanson blvd. clive 224.4700 2 FREE Studio Sessions *Not valid with any other offers or parties. Valid through January 31, 2014. 46