Sip Champagne
Staying in? It's definitely not too late to pick up some bubbly! At Sorella (1010 Washington Av, S, Mpls, 612-339-4040), there will be sampling today (4 to 7 p.m.) and deals on bottles.

Ring in the New Year
It's also not too late to go out. In addition to last week's suggestions, the party at Solera (900 Hennepin Av, Mpls, 612-338-0062) wins for best name: "2010 A Space Odyssey: An Interstellar New Year's Eve." For $90 (at the door), you can enjoy an open bar amidst four-floors of dancing astronauts, break-dancing robots, light shows and more. There's also a $50 tasting menu available.

Shop sales
At Arafina (Galleria, Edina, 952-925-1565), shop the clearance sale on dresses and sportswear with bonus discounts. Through Fri., get 10 percent off one clearance item, 20 percent off of two items, 30 percent off of three and 40 percent off of four or more. Make your outfit complete with a stop at the adjoining Pumpz & Company (Galleria, Edina, 952-926-2252). The fall/winter shoes, handbags and accessories have been marked down 50 percent.

Plan to shop
Start off 2010 with some fantastic deals during the Nordstrom Designer Finale (Mall of America, 952-883-2121). From Jan. 6 through 10 (2010!!), You'll get 65 to 70 percent off of a selection of fall 2009 designer apparel (Collectors and via C, level two), including pieces that are brought into the store for the event.

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