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Selfish giving | 2012 Holiday Gift Guide

Yes, there is an “I” in gift. These presents mean perks for you, too.

By Laura Pearson
Published: November 15, 2012

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    Music lessons, $232 for eight 30-minute sessions at Old Town School of Folk Music

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    Afternoon tea for two, $62–$100 at the Peninsula Chicago

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    Nostalgia Electrics four-quart ice-cream maker, $25 at the Home Depot

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    Couples salsa, foxtrot or swing class, $90 for a four-week series at May I Have This Dance

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    Tickets to The Book of Mormon, $45–$115 each at broadwayinchicago.com

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    Four-week flower subscription, $150 at Field and Florist

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    Femme du Coupe mixology class, $40–$50 for one two-hour session; locations at femmeducoupe.com

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Music lessons, $232 for eight 30-minute sessions at Old Town School of Folk Music

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