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www.insideHALTON.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, December 14, 2012 · 14 C Oakville Public Library helping residents through the holidays For a unique twist on this traditional gift, pick up a copy of Louise Penny's latest best-selling crime novel The Beautiful Mystery and pair it with tickets to see her live at the Oakville Conference Centre in January. Tickets for An Evening with Louise Penny go on sale Saturday (Dec. 15). They are $12 +HST and will be available for purchase online and at all branches. · eReaders for the not-so-tech savvy -- one of the most popular gifts this holiday season is the eReader. There are many different types, from Kobos to iPads to Barnes & Noble `Nooks', these devices are all the rage. Due to their text-magnifying and audio playback capabilities, eReaders are perfect for book-loving seniors. We'll be holding one of our most popular tech-help workshops in early January for those who need assistance with their device or want to learn how to download eBooks and audiobooks from the library -- you could include this in a holiday card with a `save the date' memo. Drop in and Download has its first free class of the new year on Jan. 15, 2013. Cheers to avoiding technology-induced frustration. · Holiday reads, crafts, décor and recipe ideas -- we've got an extensive collection of books and resources related to diverse holiday traditions around the world. Whether you're planning for your traditional turkey dinner, attempting the perfect Kwanzaa feast or simply trying to feel more festive, we've got the reads and resources you need. For more information, visit us online at www.opl.on.ca or check out our Facebook (www.facebook. com/oakvillepubliclibrary) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/ OakvilleLibrary) pages. -- Submitted by the Oakville Public Library hristmas is always a joyous time of year, albeit a stressful one. Whether you're scrambling to locate that perfect gift for grandma, struggling to amuse holiday-crazed kiddies or stumped for creative recipe ideas, the library is here to help. We've compiled a list of ideas that will appease those holiday jitters: · Stocking stuffers for mystery/ crime novel lovers -- books always make great gifts; there's no doubt about that. Fresh Cut Christmas Trees From $ 19.99 Poinsettia's Poinsettia's From From $ 2 2.99 .99 Princess Princess Pine Pine Pre-lit Pre-lit Wreath Wreath 110 110 tips, tips, 35 35 lights. lights. Choose from F raser F ir, B alsam F ir, Fraser Fir, Balsam Fir, S cotch P ine, Scotch Pine, D ouglas F ir, N o bl e F ir Douglas Fir, Noble Fir o rN ordmann F ir. or Nordmann Fir. FULL SERVICE FLORAL SHOP OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK. Prices in effect December 14 to December 20 $ Regularly $24.99. 12.49 $ All All Everlasting Everlasting Trees Trees R Regular egular P Prices r ic e s 5 Ft Ft or or smaller. smaller. 2243 FAIRVIEW STREET BURLINGTON 905 639-7740 294 YORK ROAD Fresh Holiday Arrangements From DUNDAS Order yours today. Great as a Hostess Gift. 24.99 24.99 50% 50% Off Off Elf Collection Choose from many styles and sizes. We deliver across town or across the world. 30% Off Regular Prices 905 628-8562 Gift Cards All specials are while quantities last, unless otherwise stated. Garden Gallery Reserves The Right To Limit Quantities. hollandpark.com Visit Tablescaping 30% Off Regular Prices We have everything you need to set the perfect table for the holidays. Napkins, Table Runners, Table Cloths, Tapered Candles, Everlasting Centerpieces, Crackers, Mugs & More. Searching for the Perfect Gift for someone as creative as you? Holland Park Garden Gallery Gift Cards ar e a lways in in season! season! are always