12.23.10: Give the Gift of El Paso with a 1/2 off coupon from Casita Linda

You can purchase print on demand coupons for Casita Linda, one El Paso's best Mexican restaurants. Visit http://www.923thefox.com/half-off.php and purchase a $25 gift certificate for 50% and pay on $12.50! Then print the coupon out and stick it in someone's stocking for Christmas! Or if you forgot to get your boss a gift, this is a quick fix!

Casita Linda
5315 Hondo Pass
El Paso, Texas 79924
Phone: 915.757.9025

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Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@gmail.com.

12.22.10: Today on The Lisa D Show

Today on The Lisa D Show at noon we're talking about what you are eating for dinner this holiday. Are you cooking? Or are you in need of a place that will serve a family of 25 and is open on Christmas? Never fear, we've got you covered with this handy "Buy Christmas Dinner" list.

Buy Christmas Dinner
Luby's, 915.533.0502
Deal: Entree, 2 sides, rolls & a pie. $10.99

Then we'll move on to gifts! Today's Give the Gift of El Paso blog entry focuses on the museum gift shops of El Paso, a great shopping resource you need to add to your list of places to score gifts. Click here for the full list.

For the live interview segment of the show we are talking to Greg Handberg and Wendy Holmes from Artspace. Artspace is working in El Paso to establish a live-work space building for working artists. In town recently for a reception and scouting mission, I had the pleasure of meeting these folks and today we'll discuss Artspace's work in other American cities and the potential El Paso has to become a mecca for artists.

Pictured above is the Grain Belt Studios in Minneapolis,an Artspace project from 2005.

Info: Artspace’s mission is to create, foster, and preserve affordable space for artists and arts organizations. We pursue this mission through development projects, asset management activities, consulting services, and community-building activities that serve artists and arts organizations of all disciplines, cultures, and economic circumstances. By creating this space, Artspace supports the continued professional growth of artists and enhances the cultural and economic vitality of the surrounding community.

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12.22.10: Give the Gift of El Paso at El Paso's museum gift shops

This week there are several gift shops at El Paso museums selling all sorts of gift items from $50-$500. Below is a list of museum gift shops worth a quick visit, all within 15 miles of Downtown El Paso and all stocked with items for your loved ones this holiday season. Also, keep these gift shops in mind as you shop throughout the year.

El Paso Museum of Art
(915)532-1707
Monday and Major Holidays Closed
Tuesday - Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Extended Hours Thursday Nights Until 9:00 pm
Sunday from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Insights Science Museum
(915) 534-0000
Tuesday - Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm
Monday Closed

El Paso History Museum
(915)541-4145
Daily except Monday, year-round

Lynx Exhibits
(915)533.4330
Dec. 22 & 23, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Dec. 24, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Centennial Museum
(915)747-5565
Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

El Paso Archaeology Museum
(915)755-4332
Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m. -5 p.m.
Sunday - 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@gmail.com.

12.21.10: Today on The Lisa D Show

Today on The Lisa D Show at noon we'll talk to Jennifer Cedillo from Shamaley's Chime n Rhyme Contest. After 8 exciting weeks, the contest wrapped up last Friday with Emily Davis winning the grand prize check for $2,500! We'll talk to Jennifer about the campaign results and how you can participate next year.

Then we'll run through some last minute holiday gift ideas from the Give the Gift of El Paso feature on this blog.

Lastly, we're going to talk to Theresa from Barnes and Noble about the top selling books in El Paso for 2010 and how you might turn the titles into a great last minute gift or the chance to unwind on your Christmas break!

Here is the list of Best Selling Books from the New York Times for 2010

HARDCOVER FICTION

1. DEAD OR ALIVE, by Tom Clancy with Grant Blackwood
2. THE CONFESSION, by John Grisham
3. CROSS FIRE, by James Patterson
4. PORT MORTUARY, by Patricia Cornwell
5. THE GIRL WHO KICKED THE HORNET’S NEST, by Stieg Larsson

HARDCOVER NONFICTION

1. DECISION POINTS, by George W. Bush
2. UNBROKEN, by Laura Hillenbrand
3. AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF MARK TWAIN, VOL. 1, by Mark Twain
4. LIFE, by Keith Richards with James Fox
5. EARTH (THE BOOK), by Jon Stewart and others

PAPERBACK TRADE FICTION

1. THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO, by Stieg Larsson
2. THE GIRL WHO PLAYED WITH FIRE, by Stieg Larsson
3. CUTTING FOR STONE, by Abraham Verghese
4. HOUSE RULES, by Jodi Picoult
5. THE ART OF RACING IN THE RAIN, by Garth Stein

PAPERBACK MASS-MARKET FICTION

1. THE LOST SYMBOL, by Dan Brown
2. U IS FOR UNDERTOW, by Sue Grafton
3. THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO, by Stieg Larsson
4. THE GIRL WHO PLAYED WITH FIRE, by Stieg Larsson
5. ALEX CROSS’S TRIAL, by James Patterson and Richard DiLallo

PAPERBACK NONFICTION

1. INSIDE OF A DOG, by Alexandra Horowitz
2. EAT, PRAY, LOVE, by Elizabeth Gilbert
3. JUST KIDS, by Patti Smith
4. THREE CUPS OF TEA, by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin
5. HEAVEN IS FOR REAL, by Todd Burpo with Lynn Vincent

Hardcover Advice & Misc.

1. STRAIGHT TALK, NO CHASER, by Steve Harvey with Denene Millner
2. BAREFOOT CONTESSA: HOW EASY IS THAT?, by Ina Garten
3. GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS 2011, edited by Craig Glenday
4. KARDASHIAN KONFIDENTIAL, by Kourtney Kardashian, Kim Kardashian and Khloé Kardashian
5. DOUBLE DELICIOUS, by Jessica Seinfeld

Paperback Advice & Misc.

1. RACHAEL RAY'S LOOK AND COOK, by Rachael Ray
2. THE FIVE LOVE LANGUAGES, by Gary Chapman
3. WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING, by Heidi Murkoff and Sharon Mazel
4. CRAZY LOVE, by Francis Chan with Danae Yankoski
5. RADICAL, by David Platt

Children's Picture Books

1. OF THEE I SING, by Barack Obama. Illustrated by Loren Long
2. LLAMA LLAMA HOLIDAY DRAMA, written and illustrated by Anna Dewdney
3. LEGO STAR WARS, by Simon Beecroft
4. SPLENDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS, by Jane O’Connor. Illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser
5. THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS, by Clement C. Moore. Various illustrators

Children's Chapter Books

1. THE LOST HERO, by Rick Riordan
2. THE RED PYRAMID, by Rick Riordan
3. JUSTIN BIEBER, FIRST STEP 2 FOREVER, by Justin Bieber
4. HARRY POTTER FILM WIZARDRY, by Brian Sibley
5. THE UNOFFICIAL HARRY POTTER COOKBOOK, by Dinah Bucholz

Children's Paperback Books

1. THE BOOK THIEF, by Markus Zusak
2. FALLEN, by Lauren Kate
3. WITCH AND WIZARD, by James Patterson and Gabrielle Charbonnet
4. PINKALICIOUS AND THE PINK DRINK, written and illustrated by Victoria Kann
5. HUSH, HUSH, by Becca Fitzpatrick

Children's Series

1. DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, written and illustrated by Jeff Kinney
2. VAMPIRE ACADEMY, by Richelle Mead
3. THE HUNGER GAMES, by Suzanne Collins
4. HARRY POTTER, by J. K. Rowling
5. PERCY JACKSON & THE OLYMPIANS, by Rick Riordan

Hardcover Graphic Books

1. SERENITY: THE SHEPHERD’S TALE, by Joss Whedon, Zack Whedon and Chris Samnee
2. BRIGHTEST DAY, VOL. 1, by Geoff Johns and Peter Tomasi
3. THE WALKING DEAD, BOOK 1, by Robert Kirkman, Tony Moore and Charlie Adlard
4. THE ADVENTURES OF OOK AND GLUK, by George Beard and Harold Hutchins
5. SUPERMAN: EARTH ONE, by J. Michael Straczynski and Shane Davis


Paperback Graphic Books

1. THE WALKING DEAD COMPENDIUM, by Robert Kirkman and others
2. FABLES, VOL. 14, by Bill Willingham and Mark Buckingham
3. SCOTT PILGRIM: PRECIOUS LITTLE LIFE, by Bryan Lee O’Malley
4. THE WALKING DEAD, VOL. 1, by Robert Kirkman and Tony Moore
5. THE WALKING DEAD, VOL. 13, by Robert Kirkman and Charlie Adlard

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Tune into the show at KHRO 1150 AM or stream the show at www.talkradio1150.com. Also, feel free to call the show at 915.880.4376 or send an email to thelisadshow@gmail.com.

12.21.10: Give the Gift of El Paso @ the UTEP Bookstore

If you have a UTEP fan in your life, a bright orange hoodie with the UTEP logo is the way to go. The UTEP university bookstore has lots of merchandise online to include footballs, baseball hats and more.

Click here to visit the UTEP bookstore online.

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Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@gmail.com.

12.19.10: Gift the Gift of El Paso with Luminarias

Christmas week is here and the Newman Park Neighborhood Association will deliver luminarias to your home on Christmas Eve. If you would like to purchase luminarias for you or a friend, you can buy 24 luminarias for $25 and the price goes down as the purchase quantity goes up. What a fantastic way to celebrate the holidays!

Pay online at www.newmanpark.blogspot.com and place your order today at jimhtolbert@elp.rr.com or by calling 915.525.7364.

Luminarias will be delivered during the day on Christmas Eve, just in time to make your house and yard glow during the holidays.

The sale of the luminarias helps the Newman Park Neighborhood Association raise money for concerts and events at Newman Park throughout the year.

12.17.10: Give the Gift of El Paso with HellPaso Clothing

HellPaso clothing has some new styles for the winter and you either order online or contact Arturo, make an appointment and meet at the studio to pick up your shirts.

Contact Arturo Arce at hellpaso@live.com. Website hellpasostore.com

Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@gmail.com.

12.16.10: Give the Gift of El Paso with a Pat Olchefski Calendar

All Pat's 2011 Calendars are available at the following locations:

On this Website, http://olchefski.com/

COLLECTIBLES, 1530 LOMALAND DRIVE, 594-0162 & 4700 N. MESA, 534-4243

THE COFFEE EMPORIUM, 5817 N. MESA, 584-2255

ART MASTERS, 6501 N. MESA, 833-3838

DELIA'S DRESS SHOP, 2623 N. STANTON, 532-5530

HOME BODY, 230 CINCINNATI, 838-1113

BUSY LADY GIFT SHOP, PLACITA SANTA FE, 5034 DONIPHAN, 637-5168/242-0099


Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@mgail.com.

12.15.10: Give the Gift of El Paso

The El Paso Employees Federal Credit Union is selling a specially designed Holiday Souvenir Ornament commemorating the recent Celebration of Lights Program in downtown El Paso at San Jacinto Plaza.

The ornaments are $10 and are available at any of their eight (8) branches in the city or at the Candlelighters Administrative Office at 1400 Hardaway St. (Suite 206).
All of the proceeds raised will be donated to Candlelighters of El Paso that was started in 1978 by a group of parents whose children had all been diagnosed with cancer.

Today the organization is dedicated to enriching the lives of children who have cancer by providing hpe, support, encouragement, advocacy and education to those children, their families, and the community at large.
For more information call (915) 593-5866.

Click here for El Paso Employees Federal Credit Union locations.

12.14.10: Give the Gift of El Paso at Zin Valle Winery

How about getting the one you love a membership to a wine club this holiday season! Zin Valle sells a membership with lots of benefits, see below.

Wine Club

Wine club membership entitles you to a 15% discount on all wine purchases, plus a 20% discount on purchases of 6 bottles or more at the winery. In addition, members can at any time utilize the intimate Zin Valle Barrel Room for privately reserved parties, barrel tasting and other private events. Up to three times per year all members will automatically receive shipments of wine in accordance with the member’s initial instructions. Members will also receive all pre-releases of wine and be entitled to buy additional wines prior to release to the public.

Wine club membership entitles the member to advance notification on wine dinners and a free set of logo winery stemware on your first anniversary as a member.

Wine club members will also receive a member's only e-mail notification of special wine events and wine releases and a unique opportunity to participate in our grape harvest each year.

Due to current laws, Zin Valle Wine Club membership is restricted to Texas residents only; if not in Texas, please call or email us at: (915) 877-4544 or info@zinvalle.com

* Most deliveries will occur 2 times each year. Deliveries will typically consist of a trio of wines selected by the owners. Members who prefer shipment of more than 3 bottles can choose 6 or 12 bottles per shipment.

Click here for more info.

Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@mgail.com.

12.12.10: Give the Gift of El Paso with Adrianne Riley

Adrianne Riley is a local photographer who sells landscape shots of El Paso. Visit www.adrianneriley.com and click on "Landscape Prints for Sale" to see the different landscape prints of El Paso. They print from 6x9in to 3x5.

Contact info: adrianne.e.riley@gmail.com

Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@mgail.com.

12.13.10: Today on The Lisa D Show

Today on The Lisa D Show at noon we'll start the show with an interview with our good friend Chris Babcock. Babcock will discuss issues that matter to him and news that should matter to you.

Then we'll talk to Jim Tolbert about two petitions circulating to preserve the Scenic Transmountain Corridor. To learn more about the campaign visit http://elpasonaturally.blogspot.com/.

Next we'll discuss all the super fun shopping options available to those of us wanting to go local this Holiday Season! We'll hear from Andrea at Creative Kids about this Thursday's shopping night at oLo Gallery. "This Thursday, Creative Kids Inc. is celebrating it’s 10-year anniversary of empowering El Paso youth through the arts. Creative Kids is celebrating with a special shopping night where unique items designed by the youth in program will be for sale. Items include: silkscreened scarves, organic t-shirts, bags, tea towels, corrugated luminarios, castles and playhouses as well as vases and candleholders. With a ten-dollar donation, shoppers will receive a print. There will also be a raffle of the children’s artwork and a one-of-a –kind Christmas tree. 100% of the proceeds will be reinvested back into the Creative Kids organization."

Tune into the show at KHRO 1150 AM or stream the show at www.talkradio1150.com. Also, feel free to call the show at 915.880.4376 or send an email to thelisadshow@gmail.com.

12.11.10: Give the Gift of El Paso at Hal Marcus Gallery & Gift Shop

Info: The Hal Marcus Studio & Gallery has been in business since 1996. Located on the top floor of 800 N. Mesa – at the corner of Mesa & Yandell near downtown El Paso. "Our gallery specializes in local art. We show not only the works of Hal Marcus, but also the work of Bill Sullivan, Teresa Fernandez, Friar Vincent Petersen, Francisco Romero, Mauricio Mora, Mark Paulda and other popular area artists." The gift shop features a big variety of gifts for that special someone!

Visit www.halmarcus.com/ for more information.

Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@mgail.com.

12.10.10: Give the Gift of El Paso at Bead Crazy Shannon

Bead Crazy Shannon is a locally owned beading company in El Paso. Mission Statement: To provide you with a personal, unique experience and design an item that suits your personality, matches your outfit or is the perfect gift for someone you care about.
Give the Gift of El Paso.

Products: Earrings! Bracelets! Necklaces! Anklets! Wine Charms! Key Chains! Specialize in Sport Spirit Earrings including the World Cup, Football, Basketball, Baseball, etc.

Contact Info: 915-351-6188

You can buy Bead Crazy Shannon products at the retail outlets below:

Max Mina
2609 North Stanton Suite B
El Paso, TX, 79902
915-351-6188

Klothes Lime
1805 Montana
El Paso, TX, 79902
915-256-5942

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@mgail.com.

12.9.10: Give the Gift of El Paso at oLo Gallery

Creative Kids Inc. celebrates it’s 10-year anniversary with a shopping night

On Thursday, December 16, 2010, Creative Kids Inc. is celebrating it’s 10-year anniversary of empowering El Paso youth through the arts. Creative Kids is celebrating with a special shopping night where unique items designed by the youth in program will be for sale. Items include: silkscreened scarves, organic t-shirts, bags, tea towels, corrugated luminarios, castles and playhouses as well as vases and candleholders. With a ten-dollar donation, shoppers will receive a print. There will also be a raffle of the children’s artwork and a one-of-a –kind Christmas tree. 100% of the proceeds will be reinvested back into the Creative Kids organization.

Creative Kids Inc. is 501(c)(3) non-profit community-based art organization whose mission is to empower youth through the arts. Creative Kids engages students in visual arts, culinary skills and graphic design. Creative Kids mentosr over 700 youth throughout the year that include: disadvantaged/”at-risk” youth, children with disabilities and children battling cancer.

“This year, as Creative Kids embarks on its ten-year anniversary, it is important to recognize the El Paso community for their continued support. Creative Kids believes that the arts should be an essential part of a child’s life experience, and we ensure children who otherwise would not have the opportunity to have these creative outlets is made available to them.” Andrea Gates-Ingle, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Creative Kids Inc.

oLo Shopping Night:
Date: Thursday, December 16, 2010
Time: 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Creative Kids – oLo Gallery, 504 San Francisco Ave (Union Plaza District)

Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@mgail.com.

12.8.10; Give the Gift of El Paso at Ricky's Paint Ball

Enjoy 1/2 off tickets to Ricky's Paint Ball this holiday season thanks to the 1/2 off store on 92.3 the Fox. Visit http://www.923thefox.com/half-off.php and buy your tickets at 1/2 off right now!

Ricky's Paintball offers the best paintball fields in the El Paso area for your enjoyment. We offer family picnic tables, shade, and friendly staff to accommodate your paintball needs. Our space is large with plenty of obstacles which accommodate beginners and up to advanced players. Come and visit us and see for yourself or see our fields.

Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@mgail.com.

12.8.10; Today on The Lisa D Show

Today on The Lisa D Show at noon on KHRO 1150 AM at noon we'll talk to Lyda Ness Garcia about the nondiscrimination ordinance voters are going to take to the City of El Paso. What does it take in terms of signatures and how you can help.

Then we'll talk about holiday gifts with El Paso flare, promoting the Give the Gift of El Paso local giving campaign.

Then we'll interview John Wright from www.dallasvoice.com about his recent article, "Now that he's screwed 200 out of health benefits, El Paso bigot Tom Brown wants to be left alone." Wright will discuss other Texas cities with same sex benefits for city employees, how this issue makes El Paso look to people living out the market and the craft and skill behind writing masterful headlines like this one.

Tune into the show at KHRO 1150 AM or stream the show at www.talkradio1150.com. Also, feel free to call the show at 915.880.4376 or send an email to thelisadshow@gmail.com.

12.7.10: Give the Gift of El Paso at Caboots

Caboots

Creating hand made Custom Cowboy Boots is a unique experience. Nothing displays your attitude more than your boots! The Champion Family Brand has been hand making Authentic Old World Cowboy Boots for 4 generations. Remarkable boots uncompromising in style and quality. We are the WORLD'S top provider of hand made boots and the creators of Custom Made EZ TM. Mix & Match styles & options to create your own or choose one of our vintage classics or new designs. Unlike other boot companies, we don't just market family boot history and lore, we live it! Our knowledge of fit and comfort is unmatched. Discover for yourself what REAL COWBOYS, serious cowboy boot collectors, museums, and movie studios already know..

..Authentic tradition, unprecedented variety, and personalized service ! **CABOOTS, The Boots You LIVE in **

Our new number is (915) 309-4791, call us to order today or visit http://www.caboots.com/.

Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@mgail.com.

12.6.10: Give the Gift of El Paso

Mark Paulda’s 2011 El Paso Calendar is Now Available, Celebrate El Paso All Year Long! $12.00 Available at Amazon, Dorsey’s Cards and Gifts, Charlotte’s Gift Store
Collectible’s, The Texas Store, Hal Marcus Gallery and Walgreen’s.

Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@mgail.com.

12.5.10: Gift the Gift of El Paso

Diane Sierra of Deluxe Photography is offering clients a 1/2 price portrait session and/or gift certificates (includes 1-8x10 print). 1 hour @ $75.00 (reg $150.00) offer good through December. Place an order for prints, Christmas cards or order your images on a disc.

Contact Info
Phone 915.490.7466
Email dianesierra@deluxephotovideo.com
Website http://deluxephotography.zenfolio.com/
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/Deluxe Photography

Give the Gift of El Paso

Starting Dec. 1, this blog will list 23 days of gifts with El Paso flair so that you can give the gift of El Paso this holiday season. Send your gift ideas to thelisadshow@mgail.com.