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Thursday, December 5, 2013 GIFT GUIDE 2013 19
Wondering what to buy for your
social circle? Whether they’re
friendly work acquaintances or
lifelong bosom buddies, here’s
a sampling of the fun and offbeat presents
available around town. After all, it’s not en-
tirely true that you can’t choose your family!
— Saundra Sorenson
An indoor rock-climbing experience ($45)
Push someone on your list out of their
comfort zone — just a little. At Stoneworks
Climbing Gym in Beaverton, the Intro to
Sport Climbing and Basic Safety class cov-
ers the basics of knotting, belaying and per-
forming safety checks, in groups of no more
than four students. After the class, guests
receive a one-month pass to Stoneworks,
which includes access to the facilities and
equipment rental. (belay.com)
Dance lessons
Sometimes the best gifts are things we
want but would never buy ourselves. Prod a
friend into releasing his inner Fred Astaire
or her Ginger Rogers with a passport to the
ballroom. Arthur Murray Dance Studio has
been teaching individuals and couples the
oft-forgotten art of cutting the rug, and at
its Beaverton location, even the most begin-
ner student is taught the essentials of 40 dif-
ferent styles. Book a $20 introductory ses-
sion for your friend, or enroll them in a
class. portlandballroomdance.com
A Great Oregon Wine Tour ($150/person)
Perhaps you want to give the promise of a
great memory you can all make together. Con-
sider a guided trip around the Willamette Val-
ley with A Great OregonWine Tour, staffed by
wine experts and based out of Beaverton. Spe-
cialties include intro tours and tours for red
wine lovers, as well as a tour that focuses on
wineries along Highway 47. Tours include up
to six wineries, with groups of up to 12 people.
agreatoregonwinetour.com
Theater subscription ($132 to $195)
If you’ve got a bonafide theater-lover in
your life, consider giving the gift of a few
good nights out with the Broadway Rose
Theatre Company in Tigard! The exciting
2014 season will include classics like “The
Music Man” and “The Best Little Whore-
house in Texas,” as well as newer favorites
like “Band Geeks,” so to make sure they
don’t miss a single hit, give them a six-show
reserve series ($132 to $189) or the flex six-
show series ($195) subscription.
broadwayrose.org
A pampered portrait sitting ($500)
Newberg photographer Ali Murray
doesn’t think professional photography
should just be for graduations or weddings.
She specializes in everyday glamor, creating
portraits for women who want a better
LinkedIn avatar, dating profile pic — or sim-
ply a flattering record of this time in their
lives. In her home studio, she provides a re-
laxing session that includes makeup and
hair, food and drink, a custom soundtrack —
and exemplary lighting. murrayphotography
.net/#/beauty-portraits
Not your average gift basket
Still at a loss? Or perhaps the person on
your list is hard to pin down. No matter!
Baskets Extraordinaire in Tualatin have a
wide selection of gift baskets, no matter
what the occasion — send them A Piece of
Oregon ($95.50) a backpack full of gourmet
treats ($75), a seasonal Gift Box Filled with
Cheer ($50) or call and customize!
baskets-extra.com
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