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EVERY DAY IS A GIFT Y gift cards can be purchased in any amount for all of our great programs and services. Give a friend a personal training session, your sister a membership, or your nephew a swim lesson. The possibilities are endless! See Member Services for more information. YMCA OF DANE COUNTY, INC. www.ymcadanecounty.org YMCA Child Care 608 276 6616 Lussier Family East YMCA 608 221 1571 Northeast YMCA 608 837 8221 Lussier Family West YMCA 608 276 6606 A CHRISTMAS CAROL DECEMBER 14–23 Featuring James Ridge as Scrooge Capitol Theater at Overture Center ctmtheater.org 608-258-4141 Tickets On Sale Now! December 2012 bravamagazine.com 25

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• Feature; Overtures Leading Lady- Behind the scenes of Overture Center for the Arts isa highstakes operation to keep the entertainment hotspot going strong. And standing center stage to make sure the job gets done is Janet Piraino-- The tenacious leader w
• Feature: White Hot- When the mercury drops, heat up your wardrobe with lux winter whites and metallic accents.
• Feature: Creating a Healthier Home- A new year means plenty of resoultions to improve your health-- so why not start with where you live? From cleaner air to safer water, local experts offer simple tips for making a healthy home.
• Feature: Presents With Personality- The weather outside maybe frightful but your holiday shopping dosnt have to be. Gather gifts for everyone on your list with annual guide to giving.
• In the Moment: How Genna Eaton turned a coat drive into a community-wide mission.
• In Good Health: Shining a light on seasonal affective disorder.
• On the Move: Qi Gong puts meditation into motion.
• In Style: Very beerry lip hues and classic winter hats
• At Home: Holiday home decor and mastering your bathroom.
• With Family: Games that bring the family together and Doctor Moms strategies for braving the cold
• In a Mans World: W. Earle Smith and Madison Ballet Stage a comeback.
• With Me: Lark Paulson keeps local businesses on everyones mind.
• Up the Ladder: Stress busting tips for a busy month
• To Inspire: Artworking offers opportunities for those who need them
• Around Town: New Years parties, holiday tree adventures, seasonal sweets and more.
• In the Spotlight: Your dont-miss events of the month!
• With Your Food: Christmas cooking, Norweign style, plus a tasty venture to Chocolatarian.
• In Your Free Time: Jennifer Lapham brings creativity and community together, plus bestsellers you may have missed.
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