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'Thank God there was a door' A different holiday feast A safe harbor for stormy lives A slice of tradition Animals love human volunteers Bean Project changes lives City flips the switch on holiday lights City Red Cross chapter helps victims of 300 blazes yearly Cops continue crusade for needy kids Dental clinic for kids delivers smiles Denver Partners find joy in mentoring Determination helps single mom Family lights up mom with ride in style Feast gives poor a meal fit for king Gift-wrapping as art Green thumbs, warm hearts help harvest hope for needy Have a ball Homeless critters need Christmas, too Kids Cafes serve up sustenance Kwanzaa events to honor black unity, heritage Last-minute gifts Light stock Lights, music, action Little white ball leads teen to turnaround Mentors help teens excel in school, life Musician strikes chord with mentors Once-homeless teen opens door Panic Eve Parade winners Project Angel Heart's meals a blessing to Denver's sick Rally, menorah lightings mark onset of Hanukkah Rape awareness program also emphasizes prevention Reach out by reading aloud to kids Recipient: Samaritan House help 'a miracle' Salvation Army long has helped the needy, especially at yule Santa swims with sharks at Ocean Journey School's goal is personal growth Show your cards Shows you can't beat Silver jubilee Ski resorts get gift of white stuff Some holiday lights worth checking out Specialist helps keep Indians in class Spirit of Christmas flickers in northwest Denver neighborhood Stocking up Students communicate, learn through dance moves Sungate helps abused kids survive confusion and pain Union Station set aglow Youngsters get sign from a special Santa Claus
'Thank God there was a door'
A different holiday feast
A safe harbor for stormy lives
A slice of tradition
Animals love human volunteers
Bean Project changes lives
City flips the switch on holiday lights
City Red Cross chapter helps victims of 300 blazes yearly
Cops continue crusade for needy kids
Dental clinic for kids delivers smiles
Denver Partners find joy in mentoring
Determination helps single mom
Family lights up mom with ride in style
Feast gives poor a meal fit for king
Gift-wrapping as art
Green thumbs, warm hearts help harvest hope for needy
Have a ball
Homeless critters need Christmas, too
Kids Cafes serve up sustenance
Kwanzaa events to honor black unity, heritage
Last-minute gifts
Light stock
Lights, music, action
Little white ball leads teen to turnaround
Mentors help teens excel in school, life
Musician strikes chord with mentors
Once-homeless teen opens door
Panic Eve
Parade winners
Project Angel Heart's meals a blessing to Denver's sick
Rally, menorah lightings mark onset of Hanukkah
Rape awareness program also emphasizes prevention
Reach out by reading aloud to kids
Recipient: Samaritan House help 'a miracle'
Salvation Army long has helped the needy, especially at yule
Santa swims with sharks at Ocean Journey
School's goal is personal growth
Show your cards
Shows you can't beat
Silver jubilee
Ski resorts get gift of white stuff
Some holiday lights worth checking out
Specialist helps keep Indians in class
Spirit of Christmas flickers in northwest Denver neighborhood
Stocking up
Students communicate, learn through dance moves
Sungate helps abused kids survive confusion and pain
Union Station set aglow
Youngsters get sign from a special Santa Claus
Bail yourself out with a simple trip to the grocery store
By Lesley Kennedy News Style Editor
'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, except you — you who waited, once again, until the last minute to cross off your shopping list and keep your family and friends from calling you the grinch for another year. When desperation time calls, we've got a quick answer — your local grocery store. There's no need to hit 10 different shops when you can do it all in one place. Most grocery stores close at 7 tonight, giving you enough time to bring home a bountiful bag of Christmas treats. -FOR THE GOURMET: Feed his soul (and his belly) with a pasta package. Stainless steel colander ($8.99), Five Brothers tomato and basil sauce ($3.69), De Cecco capellini ($2.29), pasta lifter ($3.89), Kraft Parmesan cheese ($1.29), Consorzio basil flavored olive oil ($5.99), head of garlic 50 cents), Reynolds plastic wrap ($3.99). Total: $30.63. From Albertsons. -FOR THE DOG-LOVER (or the dog): You can't forget Fido, so stock up on doggie treats. Food/water dish ($1.59), newspaper chew toy ($2.69); leash and chain ($3.99), rawhide dog bones ($1.59). Denver Rocky Mountain News (50 cents). Total: $10.11. From Albertson. -FOR THE WIDE-EYED LITTLE BOY: Kids are easy to please when they find lots of little gifts under the tree. Lego toy ($3.99), Hot Wheels helicopter ($1.50), Matchbox truck ($1.50), Hearts card game ($1.49), Silly Putty — this one changes colors — ($1.99), How the Grinch Stole Christmas! coloring book ($2.75), Santa candy (39 cents). Santa hat ($2.59). Total: ($16.20). From Albertsons. -FOR THE WIDE-EYED LITTLE GIRL: Thrill her with lots of packages to open. Kelly Club doll ($7.99), The Story of the Nutcracker Ballet book ($3.25), Old Maid card game ($1.49), teddy bear candy (39 cents), Powerpuff Girls beaded necklace ($3.99), Silly Putty ($1.99), purple velvet stocking ($4.99). Total: $24.09. From Albertsons. -FOR THE JAVA JUNKIE: Keep her caffeine cravings in check. Starbucks Colombia ground coffee ($8.99), Nonni's biscotti ($3.69), Da Vinci Gourmet hazelnut syrup ($3.89), Oregon Chai tea latte ($3.49), coffee measure ($1.59), Cocoa classics in chocolate & raspberry and chocolte & Irish creme (99 cents each), insulated auto mug ($2.99), kitchen hand towel ($2.19). Total: $28.81. From Albertsons. -FOR THE OVER-WORKED WOMAN: Products for the bath are always appreciated. Vanilla scented sachet ($1.69), body loofah ($1.19), aromatherapy candle in Serenity ($3.99), Body & Earth facial scrub and massage lotion ($5.79 each), Where You Belong paperback book ($7.99). Storage basket ($1.39). Total: $27.83. From Albertsons. -FOR THE TEEN QUEEN: If she's a Britney/Christina/Mandy fan, set her up with some girly treats. Teen People magazine ($3.99), Teen magazine ($2.99), Cosmopolitan hair pins ($3.99), Wet 'n' Wild nail polish (99 cents), Wet 'n' Wild mood lipstick ($1.99), bag of Jelly Bellies ($1.59), Disco Diva gift bag ($3.79), tissue paper ($2.39). Total: $21.72. From Albertsons. -FOR THE TEEN KING: A sports-minded young man will cheer for this Denver team theme package. Colorado Avalanche hockey puck ($3.99), Transworld Snowboarding magazine ($3.99), Denver Broncos wool baseball cap ($12.99), Colorado Rockies water bottle ($3.99), Power Bar ($1.29), baseball gift bag ($2.89), tissue paper ($1.79). Total: $30.93. From King Soopers. -FOR THE LOW-BUDGET BACHELOR: Give this belly-scratchin' guy staples you know he'll use. Foil roaster pan ($3.29), Heinz green ketchup ($2.19), 6-pack Budweiser ($4.75), Hamburger Helper ($2.49), Kraft Macaroni & Cheese ($1.19), Nabisco Easy Cheese ($3.99), Spaghetti-Os ($1.55), Chef Boyardee ravioli ($1.55), red velvet ribbon ($1.29). Total: $22.29. From King Soopers. -FOR THE CAR GUY: If his spare time is best spent with spare tires, play to his automotive needs. Two-quart funnel (95 cents), bone sponge ($1.29), Rain X anti-fog treatment ($2.79), Clip Fresh car deodorizer ($2.89), Sport visor wallet ($4.99), portable auto thermometer ($2.69), deer warning device ($4.99), towels ($2.49). Total: $23.08. From King Soopers. December 24, 2000 NewsWeatherOpinionNationWorldSci/TechDeaths BusinessStocks Bank Rates SportsBroncosAvalancheNuggetsRockiesCollegeRockyPreps RecreationSnow Rept.HikingBikingFishingGolfCalendarDentry EntertainmentMoviesDiningMusicOn StageBooksTV Living Comics Health Food Home & Garden Family Travel Cookbook Births Weddings Crossword ClassifiedPlace an adAutoCareersHomes User Agreement / Privacy Statement © Copyright, Denver Publishing Co.Subscribe to the NewsQuestions? Comments? Talk to Us
'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, except you — you who waited, once again, until the last minute to cross off your shopping list and keep your family and friends from calling you the grinch for another year.
When desperation time calls, we've got a quick answer — your local grocery store. There's no need to hit 10 different shops when you can do it all in one place. Most grocery stores close at 7 tonight, giving you enough time to bring home a bountiful bag of Christmas treats.
-FOR THE GOURMET:
Feed his soul (and his belly) with a pasta package. Stainless steel colander ($8.99), Five Brothers tomato and basil sauce ($3.69), De Cecco capellini ($2.29), pasta lifter ($3.89), Kraft Parmesan cheese ($1.29), Consorzio basil flavored olive oil ($5.99), head of garlic 50 cents), Reynolds plastic wrap ($3.99). Total: $30.63. From Albertsons.
-FOR THE DOG-LOVER (or the dog):
You can't forget Fido, so stock up on doggie treats. Food/water dish ($1.59), newspaper chew toy ($2.69); leash and chain ($3.99), rawhide dog bones ($1.59). Denver Rocky Mountain News (50 cents). Total: $10.11. From Albertson.
-FOR THE WIDE-EYED LITTLE BOY:
Kids are easy to please when they find lots of little gifts under the tree. Lego toy ($3.99), Hot Wheels helicopter ($1.50), Matchbox truck ($1.50), Hearts card game ($1.49), Silly Putty — this one changes colors — ($1.99), How the Grinch Stole Christmas! coloring book ($2.75), Santa candy (39 cents). Santa hat ($2.59). Total: ($16.20). From Albertsons.
-FOR THE WIDE-EYED LITTLE GIRL:
Thrill her with lots of packages to open. Kelly Club doll ($7.99), The Story of the Nutcracker Ballet book ($3.25), Old Maid card game ($1.49), teddy bear candy (39 cents), Powerpuff Girls beaded necklace ($3.99), Silly Putty ($1.99), purple velvet stocking ($4.99). Total: $24.09. From Albertsons.
-FOR THE JAVA JUNKIE:
Keep her caffeine cravings in check. Starbucks Colombia ground coffee ($8.99), Nonni's biscotti ($3.69), Da Vinci Gourmet hazelnut syrup ($3.89), Oregon Chai tea latte ($3.49), coffee measure ($1.59), Cocoa classics in chocolate & raspberry and chocolte & Irish creme (99 cents each), insulated auto mug ($2.99), kitchen hand towel ($2.19). Total: $28.81. From Albertsons.
-FOR THE OVER-WORKED WOMAN:
Products for the bath are always appreciated. Vanilla scented sachet ($1.69), body loofah ($1.19), aromatherapy candle in Serenity ($3.99), Body & Earth facial scrub and massage lotion ($5.79 each), Where You Belong paperback book ($7.99). Storage basket ($1.39). Total: $27.83. From Albertsons.
-FOR THE TEEN QUEEN:
If she's a Britney/Christina/Mandy fan, set her up with some girly treats. Teen People magazine ($3.99), Teen magazine ($2.99), Cosmopolitan hair pins ($3.99), Wet 'n' Wild nail polish (99 cents), Wet 'n' Wild mood lipstick ($1.99), bag of Jelly Bellies ($1.59), Disco Diva gift bag ($3.79), tissue paper ($2.39). Total: $21.72. From Albertsons.
-FOR THE TEEN KING:
A sports-minded young man will cheer for this Denver team theme package. Colorado Avalanche hockey puck ($3.99), Transworld Snowboarding magazine ($3.99), Denver Broncos wool baseball cap ($12.99), Colorado Rockies water bottle ($3.99), Power Bar ($1.29), baseball gift bag ($2.89), tissue paper ($1.79). Total: $30.93. From King Soopers.
-FOR THE LOW-BUDGET BACHELOR:
Give this belly-scratchin' guy staples you know he'll use. Foil roaster pan ($3.29), Heinz green ketchup ($2.19), 6-pack Budweiser ($4.75), Hamburger Helper ($2.49), Kraft Macaroni & Cheese ($1.19), Nabisco Easy Cheese ($3.99), Spaghetti-Os ($1.55), Chef Boyardee ravioli ($1.55), red velvet ribbon ($1.29). Total: $22.29. From King Soopers.
-FOR THE CAR GUY:
If his spare time is best spent with spare tires, play to his automotive needs. Two-quart funnel (95 cents), bone sponge ($1.29), Rain X anti-fog treatment ($2.79), Clip Fresh car deodorizer ($2.89), Sport visor wallet ($4.99), portable auto thermometer ($2.69), deer warning device ($4.99), towels ($2.49). Total: $23.08. From King Soopers.
December 24, 2000
