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 you may find at least one of the following:

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Make Your own Wine and Wine Label

If you have ever wanted to impress your friends by bringing your own wine label to a dinner party but don’t have millions to invest in prime Napa property, then check out Crushpad. Crushpad provides grapes from the West Coast's top vineyards, an industry-acclaimed wine making team and a state-of-the-art winery 100% focused on making wine in small lots. You choose your level of involvement and they do the rest. No matter where you live, you can now make your own "cult" wine.

Website: http://www.crushpadwine.com/

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Labyrinth at Lands End.

A secret to most locals, this meditative rock formation was built by artist Eduardo Aquileia on a bluff overlooking Mile Rock Beach and the Golden Gate Bridge. Visitors are apt to leave flowers or small mementos, any lose stones are thoughtfully rearranged.

Where: It’s a peaceful walk to the labyrinth along the costal Trail from the lands end Parking lot. Above Mile Rock Beach; access via Costa Trail, beginning dear point Lobos ave and 48th ave.

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Which Celebrity Do You Resemble?

Do people often tell you that you’re a doppelganger of a celebrity but that they can’t place who? Upload a picture on this site and it will tell you which five celebrities you most closely resemble.

Website:

http://www.myheritage.com/FP/Company/tryFaceRecognition.php

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First Class Cooking

Each of us has a friend, co-worker, or loved one who have yet to reach their full culinary potential. First Class Cooking offers hands-on culinary instruction.

Their recipes are developed to be uncomplicated and approachable for even the most novice of chefs.

December classes showcase how-to's for a lavish holiday meal, including a class called Gifts from the Kitchen that will teach fun + delicious ways to make affordable gifts for everyone on your list.

You are welcome to bring wine.

Gift certificates are available for purchase--they arrive in an attractive envelope + are valid for up to one year.

Website: www.firstclasscooking.com
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Ice Skating in San Francisco

Year Round

Where: Yerba Buena Ice Skating Center, 750 Folsom between Howard and 4th Street

Hours: Monday-12pm-5pm, 7:30pm-9pm, Tuesday 12pm-4pm, Wednesday 1pm-5pm, 7:30pm-9pm, Thursday 12pm-4pm, Friday 1pm-5pm, 9pm-11pm, Saturday 1pm-2:30pm, 4pm-5:30pm, 9pm-11pm, Sunday 1pm-2:30pm, 4pm-5:30pm

Website: http://www.skatebowl.com/htm/yerba_buena_skating_home.htm

Cost: $6.25 for youth up to 12, $8.00 for adults between 13-55, $5.50 for Seniors, $3.00 for Skate Rental



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