24 DECEMBER 2018 By Tom Helms The holiday season is here and most of us are either decorating for the celebration or still working our energies up to make it out to the garage to drag out the memories of yore. Well, just maybe, a treasure or two lurks wrapped in the tissue paper that should be treated with special attention instead of being tossed back into storage once the season dims. Christmas tree ornaments and decorations are tender reminders of a festive season that brings back hidden and seemingly lost memories. So, what should you look for in your treasure chest? Santa, the traditional symbol of innocence, is always desirable. Plastic, paper, glass, or cardboard and the older the better is what the collector wants. To highlight just a few, the light-up 1940s and 1950s specialized Santas holding everything from a Christmas tree to a bubble light are coveted. Remember the ones with faux velvet with outstretched arms that sat looking anxiously from the living room window? The smaller plastic Santas that were hooked on to the tree with an accompanying reindeer are also on collectors’ want lists. Any Santa that is pre-1960 should be treated with care and respect. Value for the favored plastic Santas for the early 1940 rendition range from $35 on up to $60. The same value applies for the red and white bearded tree ornaments and larger replicas that adorned the fireplace. Condition is everything. Finely crafted old glass ornaments are also wanted. Bells that symbolize the ringing in of the season; delicate coffee pots symbolic of hospitality; rabbits holding on to carrots which symbolized man and his hope and faith for protection; birds of all sorts which is the universal symbol of happiness; traditional blown ornaments that have been hand painted, American Shiny Brite in original boxes, and figural vintage ornaments are all in demand. A box of twelve usually sells for $12 to $20, while individual turn of the century German-blown ornaments can bring in as much as $80. And don’t forget the pickle. The Christmas Pickle was an old German tradition and was the last ornament to be hung on the Christmas tree. The first child to find the pickle got an extra present. Renew the age-old tradition with this year’s tree. And just in case you might have a vintage “Snow Baby” hiding in the bottom of the box, you might want to tuck it in a safe place. The bisque 2 ½ to 6 inch range jointed angel babies are still quite popular and can range in value up to $35 each. The earlier ones made during the 1890s can command even more money, especially the “Santa Elves.” Happy Holidays from Ask the Appraisers. — Do you have an appraisal question? Email us at editor@arcadianews.com. We look forward to hearing from you. Vintage Christmas décor ASK THE APPRAISERS Mark A. Wyse, M.D. Kate Montgomery, FNP Allan Goldman, D.O. David Francyk, D.O. 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25 DECEMBER 2018 By Megan Forrester There are many things that qualify as a white Christmas, typically sub-zero temperatures and lots of snow. Now, those characteristics may not apply to central and southern Arizona in December, but we can fake it a little bit. Here are some temporary ice skating rinks that can help bring that white Christmas feeling to the Valley. MERRY MAIN STREET 20 E. Main St., Mesa merrymainst.com Mesa is once again hosting its holiday event, Merry Main Street, which showcases its Winter Wonderland Ice Rink. This 4,000 square-foot outdoor ice rink allows everyone in the family to rent skates and glide along the ice while listening to Christmas music. There are also many opportunities to get a discount on admission, like Ugly Sweater Day on Wednesdays and Two-Fer Tuesdays. After skating, be sure to check out the many other activities, like Jack Frost’s Food Truck Village, Santa’s sELFie Village and Mesa’s four-story tall Christmas tree. DESERT ICE SKATING RINK 7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale scottsdaleprincess.com A perfect combination of the beautiful desert landscape and a little touch of winter is what many will experience at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess this holiday season. Its 6,000 square-foot ice rink gives people a true feeling of an Arizona Christmas by viewing the Scottsdale desert as they skate. Several Ice Den performances occur as well on the rink throughout the holidays along with a special appearance from the Coca Cola Bear on December 2. Also, there will be slight sprinkles of snowfall along the rink nightly to add even more magic to Christmas at the Princess. CITYSKATE 1 Washington St. #300, Phoenix phxicerink.com One of Downtown Phoenix’s most beloved holiday traditions has returned. CitySkate is an outdoor ice rink presented by APS which lights up the downtown area with holiday spirit. Skate your cares away with beautiful string lights above and a stunning Christmas tree at the center of the rink. After hanging up your skates, check out the hot cocoa stand as well as visits from Santa on every Saturday and Sunday. Also, joi n CitySkate for its brand-new event, City Lights Movie Nights, which allows families to gather on December 14 under the lights and watch holiday movies including “Home Alone” and “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” for free. WINTER WONDERLAND: SCHNEPF FARMS 24610 E. Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek schnepffarms.com The feeling of walking in a winter wonderland will become a reality at Schnepf Farms. There is something to do every day at the farm this year, including its ice-skating rink which opens on December 6. The farm offers special days for discount pricing, like 2 for 1 skating on Monday, Family Nights and Date Night Skate Night every Friday night, which includes ice skating and two cups of hot chocolate for $20. After skating, be sure to check out the countless other holiday activities offered at Schnepf Farms, including train rides, hotdog roasting and drive-in movies. Want to get a little sporty with your friends on the ice? The farm also offers pond hockey to those interested. AZ ICE ARCADIA 3853 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix azice.com/arcadia If you’re looking for a year-round skate spot, look no further than Thomas Road. AZ Ice Arcadia boasts skating classes for those who are just starting out, hockey classes as well as free hockey tryouts for kids 5-9. Public skating sessions are held seven days a week. Open hockey and lessons are also available for all ages and skill sets. Skate rentals are $3.50. Admission is $8.50 for kids and $9.50 for adults. Ice in the desert: 5 places to skate in the Valley CitySkate in downtown Phoenix. T H E M A R I LY N