30 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY november 28-december 4, 2024 www.montereycountynow.com local shopping There is only about a month left to come up with those New Year’s resolutions. Do you know someone who wants to learn a new skill, get in shape or try something extreme? Consider these gift ideas to give them a nudge. You will be giving them something that they will not only remember for the rest of the lives, but also a new ability that they can carry with them. For the next Jordan Spieth Let them practice their swings and learn about driver woods and short irons in a series of golf clinics for all ages; prices vary. Bayonet and Black Horse 1 McClure Way, Seaside 899-7271, bayonetblackhorse.com For the sophisticated palate Boost their knowledge of wine with different levels of classes via the Wine & Spirit Education Trust; $399-$899. LadySomm 3728 The Barnyard, G-23, Carmel 295-0612, ladysomm.com For the adrenaline seeker Schedule a paragliding tandem flight to view the sand dunes of the Monterey Bay from a new height; $225. Raven Wolf Sky Sports 275-0719, ravenwolfskysports.com/shop/holidayspecial For the foodie A private cooking class teaches the ins and outs of Thai cuisine and how to source fresh ingredients; $111/person. Thai Is Fun 888-6650, thaiisfun.com For those who move to the beat Learn how to dance for fun and for competition; prices vary, free introductory lesson for new students and Monterey County residents. Pacific Grove Dance 205 17th St., Pacific Grove 393-4567, shallwedancepg.com For the fitness buff Work off some excess pounds gained during the holidays with a certified personal trainer who will get them in shape in a variety of sessions; $376-$820. Monterey Sports Center 301 E. Franklin St., Monterey 646-3730, monterey.gov/sportscenter Daniel Dreifuss Setting Goals These holiday gifts might be all one needs to achieve their dreams. By Erik Chalhoub courtesy of Thai is Fun Daniel Dreifuss Courtesy of LadySomm Daniel Dreifuss Monterey Sports Center Raven Wolf Sky Sports LadySomm Bayonet and Black Horse Thai Is Fun Pacific Grove Dance Courtesy of Raven Wolf Sky Sports The Strivers
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