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Show I T UINTAH BASIN STANDARD. November 28. Don't let overspending ruin your holiday season For nUilsn, who Uke in at least 25 percent of their revenue during the year-en-d holidays, cash register hells are already jingling merrily. For consumers, it can be the overspending season. We get caught up in our need to express love, appreciation and friendship at this time of year, and money in reality is low. But sooner or later those holiday bills will come due. People who use credit and items right now buy those can get a bigsuiprise in February and March when they have to start those installment payments. By employing better spending habits, however, consu mers can help eliminate overspending by not charging with plastic this holiday season. Here are some useful spending tips and ideas for capturing the magic of this time of year without paying for it ' will into the next spring. First and foremost, create a list of family and friends with whom you exchange gifts. Write a dollar figure beside each name, gill ideas if you have them, and alternative choices. Establish a total spending limit and start linking for bargains early. If you need to shrink your gift list, begin by talking with those with whom you regularly exchange gifts. Suggest not exchanging presents or mutually observe much lower dollar-limitSeparate your shopping trips from your spending tripe. Shopping is for comparing price, quality and value. Spending trips are for purchasing. Don't take your credit cards or check- big-tick- book on shopping trips. 4 Wsit for sales. Watch the advertising and sale flyers for items you intend to purchase. Sometimes in the season will allowyou to take advantage of clearance sales. Ifholiday sales are sluggish this year, discount and clearance salea will ap pear before the Thanksgiving turkey is cold. Whenever possible, pay in cash or by check. Credit card users often say they had no idea how much they spent on the holidays until the bills arrive in January and February. If you use credit, try to consolidate holiday purchases on one card and keep track asyou go along. Its a good idea to figure on the interest you will pay. When you look at that, you realise you might be able to afford a more expensive gift if you pay in cash. Consider gifts that don't cost a lot of money. Givingaeard shop-pinglat- er et toayoung family which entitle them to emergency baby-sittin-g time, fiv example, will result in savings for both families. A sightseeing outing, gardening help or ho usee loaning and car washes for grandparents are usefiil and often much needed. Make more gifts at home. A freshly baked loaf of bread, cookies, jar of jam, pot of spring bulbs, snack mix, dry herbs, i mo tad fish or pickles are always appreciated. Also, soilage of photographs, a tape recordingol family history, needlework, a poem, or collection of your favorite recipes can be appreciated gifts. At office parties and other functions where you might be asked to provides gift, suggest that instead of gifts, people bringcanned food for the homeless or disadvantaged. Gift wrapping can become costly, but is easy to economize. Give a card with a photo of a large gift, use shoe laces, reusablecloth ribbons,oottage cording or wool yarn to tir packages. Above all. have a plan and atick to it. If you stay with your holiday spending game plan. you wont go broke and end up spending all of 2001 paying for the holidays of 2000. two-pa- Repeats Saturday, Dec. 23, 7 p.m. And Monday, Dec. 25, 11 a.m. The combined voices of the Cathedral Choir and the Choristers of the - historian and author Helen Papamkolas. But they kept staying to send money far their ststersdowry. A girl could not many without a dowry and poor people didn't have money for down. They also wanted to help their parents because Grave was impoverished As a visible and vibrant commun nity today, the people owe much to their early immigrant ancestors who, in spite of adverse rondi Urns, shaped the identity. "My generation owes a lot to tbs first generation. says Mike Korologns, who is featured in the program. "They cams bars penniless Can you imagine now pnngto some country where you don't know the language and starting from scratch? We owe a lot to those for teaching us how to work and how to get educated and that's payingolf.. Greek-Amerira- Greek-Americ- Is "holiday depression affecting your life? The holiday season is once again upon us-- a time of great joy for most people, but also a tune of depression and sorrow for many, lfyou think its eonAuingthatatimeofyear intended tobringjoy and celebration can sometimes make people feel unhappy and frustrated consider these factors. From a mental health eounaeiingper- spective, the foremost explanation is thatI many of us place unrealistic expectations on ounetvea as well as on the holiday season. Webawe an ideal vision of what holiday are goingto do for us-- a vision that is reinforced on a daily basis by tbs media and through the countless commercial messsgrs of the season. When w eompqre what w actually feel with that often unrealistic "ideal." ws can become painftiUy aware that we are not attaining the "perfect holiday life that ws ses in the movies, TV shows and advertising. For same people this can grow into a constant feeling of getting tha "short end oflife, especially during the holiday season. When ws compare ourselves to others, it's not uncommon to feel ws era larking some important quality or experiencing lew of something than those with whom ws are comparing ourselves. A second cause of holiday season depression can come from changes in our dietary habits. During festive canons ws often consume gras ter varieties end quantities of candy, rakes, alcohol, and rich, high calone funds. Yet ws know that there is a outdoor temperatures art less friendly. As a result, it takes mure energy and willpower to maintain a exercise program. It is not as easy to go for a walk or a run after work if it is dark outaide and it we have to put on extra layers of ckAhea. We become for sedentary, and much like the bear population, are go into a moderate form of hibernation. Finally, many people become less high- lights contemporary Hellenic Irsdi-tam- a by givingviewvraan inside view of the Greek Orthodox faith, the an- - nual Greek Festivals in Salt Lake City and Price, and Orthodox weddings and baptisms. Religious leaders of the Greek Orthodox Oiurch explain how their congregations pro- vide spiritual guidance for embers traditions. through deep-roote-d Fabrics CD s & Tapes old-time- rs ' II Mail early" cry begins at Utah post offices The deadline for mailing Christmas cards and packages oversees is fast approaching. Christmas mail beingsent to Africa, and Central and South America should be in tbs mail by Dec.4, while the recommended deadline for mailing to most other countries us Dec. 11 c While the hingdeed-hne- s are for international mail. Salt dressing rules. Overseas addresses: must be in English and use Arabic numerals; have foreign postal cards, if known, in front or after the city or town name and on the same line; place the city or town name and the province or state name on the next line after the street address information; and. Lake City Postmaster Ralph write the name of the foreign Hamilton says now is a good time to country in capital letters an the botmail all of your holiday cards and tom line of the address To make it easy to send holiday packages, regardless of destination. Malting early makes sense, says gifts abroad, the Postal Service's Hamilton. "It oot only saves you time website, www.usps.com. offers and money, but gives you peace of additional mailing options, simmind. plified customs forma, and even Besides mailing early to save online assistance. Additional mailing options to money, another international mail. ing tip is to follow international ad- - many countries include-Global Express Guaranteed- - our fastest international delivery service with day certain guaranteed delivery to over 200m countries and territo- fast-apprna- Contest call goes out to best mother s International Express service to most countries, even up to the last few days before Mail-pres- Christmas. Global Priority Moil-- fast, rehab Is debvrry for items weighing up to four pounds. Registered and insured service-availabl- e to most countries. International Return Receipts can also accompany mart registered and insured mail item. Ail overseas letters and postcards trawl bv air. To keep mailing costs low.thePtistalSemcesuffieeta sending card or letters separate from gifts. When mailing items oversea, it is ahrqys a good idea to check with a focal port office about weight, sire, or item restrictions, that may apply and which customs forms are required. Americas Mothers. Inc-i- s now applications for Utahh 2001 "Mother Of The Year candidates. This program ia designed to honor mothers who have made a positive impact in the lives oftheir families aa well aa in their communities. AH candidates will be honored at a luncheon at the Joaeph Smith Memorial Building in Salt Lake City on February 17,2001. For complete informo-tio-n HTTP: visit our websito wwwjunericanmolhers.org' or call Cecilia Benson, state search chair, at L. , or email can2hevhotmail.com. Entries - must be received no later than Janu- ary 10. 2001. "An Ode to Turning As your brain cells die one by one. As your hearing goes down with the setting sun. Off & As you lose your speed, & your teeth fall out. S You can still count on In memory of twist and (loudly) Robert Yack Yov. 27. I960 us to shout. "IIEY, EVERYBODY ROBERTS 40!" 1 1 TT jr.&irzzx. O Monday, Dee. 23, 12 JO p.m. This exhilarating performance gives Handel's choral masterpiece aa exciting modern interpretation predominantly gospel in tone, but also integrating rock and souL nowned Jeffrey Ballet of Chicago, auniquely American holiday classic comes alive in this holiday presentation. V Shirley's Fabrics 722-4- 7 Messiah XXI for a New Millennium 12 40" Notions 82 North 200 East. Rooseveh Tonne. Christmas at St. Olaf. ' Sunday, Dee. 24. 9 a.m. Sleigh bells ring as ws head for the winter wonderland oTMinneaota for an evening with the renowned choir and orchestra of St. OlaTs College. pat Through the eyes of Clara, and exquisite performances by tha re- Light Parade Special RS 2(0 Let the music begin! With a rstumingclassic featuring the voice at tha lata singer songwriter Mel sometimes controversial historical evidence and interviews with leading scholars. The Joftrey Nutcracker socially active os the pressure of the holidays and a growing sense of ita preasion affect the choices we tnoks. Ws may not want to spend the extra energy it takes to get out aorially. We find ways to avoid the holiday parties or if we do go, we set ourselves up for a boring time by thinking to I'd really ratberbe at home. This has been described aa the "pity me party "And sinee few of us would ask for others to pity us and how depressed we fiU, we suffer in silence. An important step in overcoming holiday depression is simply to racog-vha- t (U causes might be. T nnreaKstir expectations to 'creating " encouragingpouZ hfestyfe habits, this is a season that presents challenges. And. unfortunately, we can unintentionally reinforce our own misery by giving into three challenges and constantly reminding ourselves about how bad we feel. Abetter solution can be to step bock and question wan may be affect-,in- g your feelings. It is unrealistic expectations of the season? Could better dirtary chokes and increased exercise help you feel more positive about yourself? Would making a greater effort for positive aortal contacts make a difference? Theres no reason simply to accept that the holitime when there days reaUyisagrMtdeal to fed good about during the season. our-selves-," connection between what re eat and how we feel. Sugar, for example, is a mood Jood, in that it effects how ws feel about ourselves, as well as our energy level. Parents often seethe increased activity level that highaugar con sumption brings totheir children, aa well as tha awsrp loss and lethargy that follawfwhen thetupr ranches a certain digestive stage in the body. The same effect occurs in adults, though the burst of energy is usually followed by what most of us would feel is s depressed state. Lack of physical activity can be another cause of depirssioa.The holidays come in the srin ter season when therein fewer hours of sunlight and Sunday, Dee. 24, 8 pn. rt Friday, Dec. 22, n Fa la la This special explores the life of Jesus and the emergence of a new belief by drawing on new and Festival ofLights is set for Friday, December I , LIGHT SHO starting at 5.30 p.m., and Duchesne will have its Light Parade the next day, Saturday, December 2 at 6 p.m. n beet-know- p.m. A Cathedral Christinas Tuesday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. children's revue, and a musical drama of the nativity and life of Christ. Barneys Night Before Christmas Thursday, Dec. 21, 9:30 un. Barney and frienda get ready for Greek-America- America's choir joins a topnotch band ensemble from Canada for an uplifting concert set amidst tha twinkling lights of Salt Lake Citys historic Temple Square. The Cincinnati Pops Holiday with Erich Kunzel and Mel Tonne traditions far Christmas, Chanukah, andKwanzaa. Frontline: "From Jesus to Christ: The First Christians'' Thursdays, Dee. 2 1 and 28, at 8 porary songs, an enchanting Greek-America- Utah's u. This spectacular celebration features familiar carols, inspirational con tem- conjures images of honey-lace- d layers of dough and nuts that combine to create the rich baklava dessert,or perhaps tangjr lemon-ric- e and beef wrapped in a grape leaf to make dolma tea. While Greek culinary fare offer a sampling of the community's traditions, it is just part of the recipe for Greek life in Utah. Add to it rich immigrant history, biend in Greek Orthodox faith, combine with family heritage, and the formula (or KLTD's new documentary is complete. Utahs premiers oa KUED Channel 7 on Thursday, Nov. 30, 8.30 p.BL Part of the Many Faces, Many Voices outreach project that celebrate ethnic and cultural diversity, the program was produced and written by Kathleen Fletcher Weiler. The dorumenlanr chronicles the arrival of Greeks ht the tntennoun tain West, many of whom came to America at a time when the country needrd cheap labor for the rapid in dual rialisa turn of the West. Before long. Greeks were tbs dominant labor force in the Intermountatn West railroads, coal and metal mines, smelters and construction crew. Mining towns in Bingham and Carbon County were booming. They thought they would stay for a short lime aqjourners, say local n ing cookie. Arthur's Perfect Christinas Thursday, Dec. 21, 10 JO a m. Repeats on Sunday, Dec. 24, 8:00 p.m. and Monday, Dec. 23, 9:30 Plana are underway in Elwood City for the beet holiday ever ss Arthur and the gang assemble perfect gifts, perfect parties and perfect family al Tuesday, Dee. 12, 11:30 p.m. Repeats Monday, Dec. 18, 11 Greek-America-ns Greek-America- season for televisions to twinkle with holiday fare. As a piv-otyear comes toadoseand we enter 2001, KUED - Channel 7 celebrates American tradition with timelesa treasures from historical significance to festive music to dizzyinganticipa-tio- n for kids. Before you settle by the fire, let KUED be your guide for programs you dont want to miss. Gloria: The Life of Christ Saturday, Dec. 2, 6:30 p.m. From the magnificent Citadel in Jerusalem, with the Tower of David aa a backdrop, comes a symphonic concert event kickingofflbe holiday Perry Como captures the spirit of the holidays and the heartsoflroh people in this Christmas special recorded at the Point Theatre in Dublin, Ireland. The 15th Annual Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant pays tribute to Utah's AChrisusasGIoria with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the Canadian Brass Sunday, Dec. 24, 7 p m. Repeats Monday, Dee. 25, 11:30 Christmas by ungingearols and eat- Tit the Madeleine Choir School perform traditional carols in Salt Lake City's historic Cathedral ofthe Madeleine. Perry Como's Irish Christmas Tuesday, Dee. 12, 12:30 am. Repeats Sunday, Dec. 17, 4 p.m. and Thursday, Dec. 21, 12:30 KUED The subject of Utahs Celebrate the holidays with KUED television specials "Te Enchanted Forest" Sponsored by the Duchesne County Children! Justice Center Gateway Senior Center Christmas Boutique Dec. 1st -- 1 1 am to 8 pm Dec. 2nd -- 1 1 am to 6 pm To be held: Dec. 1st - 10 a.m.-- 7 p.m. ec. 2nd -- 10 a.m.- - 5 p.m. Gateway Senior Center in Duchesne sr 724 N. Center Street Proceeds go to the Admission is free! Childrens Justice Center t own ''mi. w Person i, .'t- , Jve Entertainment Vendors from n'iU be alt over 'he Basin here selling their items, Jnfi jjjU; aiuf CotS more! u " n V) f Crossroads Senior & s,ta Action for Comnumity Center 50 E- - 200 s Rooscvelt For More Information Call 7225001, 722 -4843 or 722-45- 98 |