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We should give as we would receive – cheerfully, quickly and without
hesitation. There is no grace in a benefit that sticks to the fingers.
— Seneca
Filling in the blanks of your holiday gift
list can be a daunting task, especially
if you’ve been there, done that for the
same people for years and years.
But before you give up and stuff a
wad of cash in an envelope and call it
done, consider this holiday season an
opportunity to give something that
really resonates. Something that has
a story. Something that will make an
impact on someone’s life.
A gift can do more than fulfill
an obligation or take up space on a
shelf. It can showcase the best of your
hometown. It can inspire good habits
and even better memories. It can even
give back to the community.
give good health
It’s the one thing everybody can use
more of, and you’d be surprised how
many ways you can encourage healthy
habits through a gift. From personal
training sessions to a full cardioscan to
a membership with a CSA, these gifts
truly keep giving.
give experienceS
You most certainly have someone on
your list who absolutely does not need
another knickknack to dust for the rest
of their lives. So why not give a memory-to-be? And the best part: you can
be part of the experience and tag along
on the gift. Visit our world-renowned
World War I museum, or take a knitting class together, or give your friend
a nanny for a weekend or check out a
quirky local restaurant on a girls’ night
out. It’s way more fun than a gift card.
give local
When you shop at one of Kansas City’s
amazing mom-and-pop (or sister-andsister or making-stuff-in-her-kitchen)
stores, you not only find one-of-akind gifts, you also give back to your
community and help make this a
vibrant place to live.
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beauty
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the gift of time
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So, browse through our gift ideas and
get some inspiration for your holiday
shopping list.
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medical weight loSS plan
yoga classes
a medically supervised 12-week
weight loss program using a lowcalorie nutrition plan, customized
exercise plan, weight loss injections
and medications when appropriate.
www.exclusivemd.com
913-324-5007
garmin edge 800
Cost: $449.99
Perfect for the dedicated cyclist on
your list, the olathe-based garmin’s
edge 800 is a touchscreen gPS bike
computer. It provides navigation and
performance monitoring, so you can
track both your miles and your body
on the same device.
www.garmin.com
get into the fitness habit and spend
some quality girlfriend time all at
once with a yoga class. here are
some local resources:
northland yoga
14 E. Franklin St., Liberty, Mo.
Serenity on the Square
816-792-5454
northland yoga
community
Zona Rosa, Kansas City, Mo.
816-505-0411
www.northlandyoga.com
yoga patch
camp win for girlS
WIN for KC, Kansas City, Mo.
Cost: $200
pilateS claSS
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Pilates 1901, Kansas City, Kan.
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offering private pilates training,
small group pilates mat and
reformer classes, and fat loss
programs. the staff at Pilates
1901 is trained by internationally
recognized Stott Pilates.
www.pilates1901.com
913-499-7510
girls ages 6-12 are introduced to 14
sports and fitness activities, led by
instructors from local universities,
colleges and high schools. Camp
runs June 6-9 and June 20-23.
www.winforkc.org, 816-389-4191
71st and Wornall, Kansas City, Mo.
Classes for kids, families and
adults, plus chair yoga.
816-268-4660
www.yogapatch.com
yoga fix Studio
2000 Shawnee Mission Pkwy (Reece
Nichols Bldg), Mission Woods, Kan.
Certified instructors leading hot
yoga, vinyassa, yoga flow and more.
913-384-3200
www.hotyogakc.com
inSpire yoga
4515 W. 90th St., Prairie Village, Kan.
913-385-9033, inspireyoga.com
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Exclusive MD, Leawood, Kan.
Cost: $525
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acupuncture
Integrative Medical Specialists,
25055 W. Valley Pkwy, Olathe, Kan.
www.integrativemedicalspecialists.
com, 913-825-6111
[email protected]
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personal trainers
a couple of sessions with a personal trainer is exactly the kind of thoughtful
gift that can help a loved one get healthy. here are some local resources.
front door fitneSS
fitneSS alliance
7301 Mission Rd.,
Prairie Village, Kan.
Private workouts, comfortable
surroundings, on your timetable
and in your home.
913-384-4077
www.frontdoorfitness.com
Overland Park, Kan.
In-home training or at the studio.
816-916-7557, kcfitness.com
fitneSS together
reflexology SeSSion
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A Quiet Sole, Country Club Plaza
Cost: $75 for a one-hour session
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reflexology taps into the root of your
body’s aches through a concentrated
foot massage. you’ll be amazed at
the difference it can make. a Quiet
Sole’s session includes a foot bath and
40-minute hand and foot treatment.
www.aquietsole.com
913-220-8990
Lee’s Summit, Leawood, Prairie
Village, Shawnee and Lenexa
fitnesstogether.com
woodSide health
and tenniS club
Westwood, Kan.
913-831-0034, clubwoodside.com
element fitneSS
twin fitneSS
7880 Quivira Rd., Lenexa, Kan.
$55 for a personal training session.
913-268-3633
www.elementfitnesskc.com
Overland Park, Kan.
one-on-one training, group training
for 3-5 people, in-home personal
training and other classes.
913-648-twin
[email protected]
www.twinfitness.com
7880 Quivira Rd., Lenexa, Kan.
gym is open all day, every day.
816-781-0017
www.club.anytimefitness.com/
clubs/liberty
anytime fitneSS
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this ancient Chinese medicine
focuses on various pressure points
throughout your body to cure a
number of ills. this is exactly the
sort of thing someone might try for
the first time if it comes as a gift.
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N
o matter what the sounds of your family's
holiday traditions, there are many exciting
new advances and options in hearing aid
technology that can bring them back to life.
From open-fit to extended wear hearing
aids, we offer a wide range of devices
from the world's most respected
hearing aid manufacturers.
A comprehensive diagnostic
hearing evaluation is the first step
Cardiovascular Consultants, locations around the KC area
Cost: $50
Associated Audiologists
most people find the earbuds that
come with their mP3 players are
uncomfortable or don’t really stay in
their ears. associated audiologists can
create custom ear pieces that are not
only comfortable but also improve sound
quality and help protect your hearing.
the best way to prevent heart trouble is to know if
you’re at risk for something serious. a cardioscan from
Cardiovascular Consultants is a quick exam with no
needles, no prep and no pain, and it can let you know if
you’re developing calcium plaque in the coronary arteries.
The Area’s Premier Audiology
and Hearing Aid Practice
www.hearingyourbest.com
913-498-2827
www.hearingyourbest.com
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breaSt thermography
Midlife Wellness Center, 1201 N.W. Briarcliff Parkway,
Kansas City, Mo.
Cost: $195 for the initial exam
a no-compression, no-radiation way to image the
breasts. this digital infrared imaging helps to detect
breast cancer at its earliest stages. Contact dr. brenda
Smith at midlife wellness Center to
arrange for a gift certificate.
www.midlifewellnesscenter.com
816-587-7979
[email protected]
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816-913-1883
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Slow down the
clock and age
gracefully
Talk with Associated Audiologists, Inc.
about a diagnostic hearing evaluation
and personal consultation to find out
how you can begin hearing your best
today.
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in determining the type, degree,
configuration and symmetry of your hearing loss.
Ninety-five percent of individuals with hearing loss
can benefit significantly from the advanced digital
hearing aid technology available.
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The Women’s Healthcare Group,
Overland Park, Kan.
Cost: $150
for the mom-to-be on your list (and
maybe the grandma-to-be), set up
a cool 3d and 4d ultrasound. after
a 30-minute procedure, you’ll go
home with a 4d video and lots of still
photos.
wellneSS coach
Dr. Kristin “KK” Koetting, Leawood, Kan.
If you know somebody who could use
some direction, point them to this
licensed psychologist and wellness
coach. She can help provide the necessary skills to make positive changes.
www.wellnessandwellbeing
solutions.com
913-674-9355
www.whcg.org, 913-541-0990
when it comes to giving a gift that
involves a doctor’s appointment, it
might be a trickier situation than
simply wrapping up a goofy tie. It’s a
good idea to send out feelers ahead
of time to find out if your husband
or friend is at all interested in, for
instance, seeing a doctor about his
back pain.
know your audience
If your dad is super sensitive about
his weight, he might not appreciate
receiving a special weight loss
program (even if he needs it). you
don’t want to make the holidays
uncomfortable with your gift.
provide plenty of detailS
kanSaS city urology
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the physicians of kansas City urology
Care provide minimally invasive treatments for diseases of the prostate, urinary incontinence, pediatric concerns
and much more. If you know someone
who could use their help, get them
started down the road to recovery by
helping them set up an appointment.
www.kcurology.com, 913-341-7985
pain management
aSSociateS
Locations all over the metro area
If you have a friend or relative who
suffers from chronic pain, introduce
them to the experts in pain care.
help them arrange an appointment
with Pain management associates
for a consultation and help point
them on the road to a better life.
www.kcpain.com, 1-800-200-pain
don’t make the recipient have to
dig around to find the information
she needs to keep the appointment.
Provide a detailed list of names,
numbers and facts about your gift.
ask the health care provider to fill in
some of the blanks for you.
write a nice note
a personal note included with the
gift certificate can explain what you
hope the recipient can get out of
your gift.
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read all about it
the history buff in your life will
become engrossed in learning hidden
secrets of his or her hometown with
these books by local authors.
moon marble co.
6231 Brookside Plaza, Kansas City, Mo.
600 E. Front St., Bonner Springs, Kan.
these handmade wax candles are
blended with top quality oils and
infused with unique and inventive
fragrances. the candles burn clean
and last between 15-18 hours each.
two or three will fill your home with
fragrance.
this bonner Springs fixture sells
machine-made marbles as well as
traditional toys and games. Plus
artisan and owner bruce breslow
frequently demonstrates his marble
making. demonstrations are given on
tuesdays, fridays and Saturdays.
www.5bandco.com
816-361-6393
www.moonmarble.com
913-441-1432
the beSt little coffee
ShopS in kanSaS city
By Sandra Martin
Cost: $12.50
take a fun look inside some of the
author’s favorite locally owned coffee
spots – their unique character, atmosphere and the people that run them.
harZfeld’S: a brief hiStory
By Joe and Michelle Boeckholt
Cost: $19.99
learn the story behind harzfeld’s
specialty store, from its first offering
of coats, blouses, petticoats and
furs to the beloved Petticoat lane
flagship location and regional
network of satellite stores.
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pryde’S old weStport
316 W. 63rd St., Kansas City, Mo.
115 Westport Rd., Kansas City, Mo.
owned by two sisters, this brookside
store is the perfect place to pick
up a gift, or a gift certificate, for a
crafty do-gooder. Stuff carries mostly
one-of-a-kind, handmade goods that
are made locally. Stuff offers classes
(like bottle cap jewelry making) too.
Plus, they’ll wrap your gifts for free.
If someone you know likes to cook,
you need to head to Pryde’s old
westport. now. this kitchen and
housewares store has been a fixture
on westport road for more than 41
years and carries everything from
kitschy utensils to top-of-the-line
cookware.
www.pursuegoodstuff.com
816-361-8222
www.prydeskitchen.com
816-531-5588
italian gardenS: a hiStory
of kanSaS city through itS
favorite reStaurant
By Carl DiCapo, John David DiCapo
and Frank Hyde
Cost: $24.95
this is the story of one unique restaurant and the larger story of the Italianamerican experience. from the early
immigrants to the family traditions
and the impact on city life in urban
america, the gardens symbolized the
spirit and personalities that define the
Italian-american story.
available at thekansascitystore.com
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brookSide toy and Science
330 W. 63rd St., Kansas City, Mo.
Since 1964, generations of kids and
their parents have gone to brookside
toy & Science for classic toys, science kits and games that never grow
old. free gift wrapping available.
Plus, check out their online catalog:
www.brooksidetoycatalog.com.
www.brooksidetoyandscience.com
816-523-4501
world war i muSeum
kanSaS city crafterS on
etSy.com
Liberty Memorial
Cost: $12 for adults; $10 for over 65
KCetsy.blogspot.com
treat the history buff on your list to
one of the jewels in kansas City’s
crown – the nationally acclaimed
world war I museum. afterward,
spring for lunch at the over there
Cafe.
If you’re a fan of unique, handmade
items, you probably know about
etsy.com. take that handmade focus
one step further and check out some
fellow kansas Citians who sell their
wares on the web.
www.kcetsy.blogspot.com
www.theworldwar.org
816-784-1918
hammerpreSS
101 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, Mo.
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this Crossroads letterpress shop not
only carries a wonderful selection of
cards and notebooks, it also features
a huge selection of beautiful local
concert posters. and if you still need
to buy your Christmas cards, this is
definitely the place to go.
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www.hammerpress.net
816-421-1929
[email protected]
bratcher cooperage
109 S. Water St., Liberty, Mo.
vintage market
bratcher Cooperage is nationally
known for handcrafted barrels,
buckets, kegs and churns in the
traditional style. you can also find
great handmade cutting boards, lye
soaps and wall art.
Zona Rosa, Kansas City, Mo.
www.bratchercooperage.com
816-781-3988
www.vintagemarketkc.com
816-804-2083
this boutique specializes in anything shabby, chic and unique, with a
selection of vintage goods from retro
recycled and tattered elegance, to
soulful handmades and apothecary.
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21St anniverSary
freSh hop ale
Spotlight
to celebrate its 21st
anniversary of local
brewing, boulevard is
releasing a special
edition pale ale that
pays tribute to the
first keg of beer John
mcdonald created.
this beer is best
enjoyed fresh, so
there’s no reason to
wait to pop the top.
www.boulevard.com
816-474-7095
Strawberry hill povitica
Strawberry Hill, 8609 Quivira Rd., Lenexa
Cost: $24.95
for some people, the holidays aren’t
complete without a slice of this
yummy eastern european swirled
bread dessert. the company’s
name has its roots in a group of
immigrants who moved to kansas
City in the late 1800s, and today this
signature dessert carries on a long
tradition.
www.povitica.com
913-631-1002
find a new favorite
restaurant
give a friend the experience of a locally
owned restaurant – and make sure you
tag along!
the weStSide local
1663 Summit, Kansas City, Mo., 64108
this hip, casual westside restaurant
offers a variety of seasonal, local foods
and is a great for large groups.
816-997-9089, thewestsidelocal.com
Julian
6227 Brookside Plaza, KCMO 64113
Check out the refined comfort food
made with seasonal, local ingredients.
816-214-8454, www.juliankc.com
JuStuS drugStore
bubble tea
Tea Drops, 4111 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Kansas City, Mo.
Cost: $3.25-$3.50
Introduce a friend or family member
to this quirky drink, available at tea
drops. those distinctive balls at the
bottom of the glass are chewy tapioca treats that are added to either
fruit-flavored teas or milk teas.
www.teadrops.us
816-531-9600
beSt of kc gift baSket
Mano’s Gourmet Food and Wine gifts,
1316 S. Louis Ave., Kansas City, Mo.
Cost: $80
a collection of the finest local treats:
american royal-winning bbQ sauce,
velvet Crème caramel popcorn, white
frosted pretzels in tin that features kansas City’s skyline, dark chocolate mano’s
bar, Salty nik nak mix, Silva’s chips,
Silva’s salsa, russell Stover’s chocolates, beef rub from belly up bbQ.
www.manosgifts.org, 816-471-2744
106 W Main St., Smithville, Mo., 64089
dinner at Justus drugstore is an event.
Savor the locally sourced ingredients
and expert cooking techniques.
816-532-2300, drugstorerestaurant.com
happy gilliS
549 Gillis St., Kansas City, Mo., 64106
this hidden gem in the Columbus Park
neighborhood serves up great housemade soups and sandwiches.
816-471-3663, www.happygillis.com
the farmhouSe
300 Delaware St., Kansas City, Mo., 64105
find a true farm-to-table meal here,
where a chalkboard tells you which
local farms contributed to your dinner.
816-569-6032, eatatthefarmhouse.com
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local wineries
expand your palate – and help local
businesses – by trying out wines from
these kansas City-area wineries:
have a variety of fruit, veggie or
mixed fruit/veggie boxes delivered
every week. the contents change
based on the freshest arrivals from
local organic farms.
http://kc.doortodoororganics.com
816-997-9073
[email protected]
penZeyS SpiceS
7937 Santa Fe Dr., Overland Park, Kan.
add flavor to your holiday gift giving
with a box set from Penzeys Spices in
old overland Park. the baking and
grill & broil mini gift boxes make
great stocking stuffers, or go big
with a crate like kitchen of Provence,
Pasta and Salad Seasonings or the
Indian Curry eight-jar set.
www.penzeys.com, 913-341-1775
Stone pillar winery
11000 S. Woodland Rd., Olathe, Kan.
913-839-2185
www.stonepillarvineyard.com
StonehauS farmS
24607 N.E. Colbern Rd.,
Lee’s Summit, Mo.
816-554-8800
www.stonehausfarms.com
SomerSet ridge
29725 Somerset Rd., Somerset, Kan.
913-491-0038
www.somersetridge.com
belvoir winery
1325 Odd Fellows Rd., Liberty, Mo.
816-200-1811
www.belvoirwinery.com
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the culinary center
of kanSaS city
Hidden Hills Farms, Smithville, Mo.
7920 Santa Fe Dr., Overland Park, Kan.
a full-farm, community-supported
agriculture program (CSa), hidden
hills is unlike typical CSas. Instead
of being seasonal, it is year-round,
and each member designs a
membership from scratch.
for your foodie friends and family
who already have every tool and
gadget on earth, consider a gift
certificate to the Culinary Center of
kansas City. Classes range from basic
(fundamentals of asian Cooking,
Cake decorating) to advanced (glutenfree desserts, artisinal farmstead
Cheese-making workshop).
www.hiddenhillsfarms.com
816-365-3305
www.kcculinary.com, 913-341-4455
Jowler creek winery
16905 Jowler Creek Rd., Platte City, Mo.
816-858-5528
www.jowlercreek.com
pirtle winery
502 Spring St., Weston, Mo.
816-640-5728
www.pirtlewinery.com
fence Stile vineyardS
31010 W. 124th St., Excelsior Springs, Mo.
816-500-6465
www.fencestile.com
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door to door cSa
Door to Door Organics, 110 E. 3rd,
Kansas City, Mo.
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knitting claSS...
Urban Arts + Crafts, Briarcliff Village
Cost: $10-$50, plus materials
www.urbanartsandcrafts.com
816-234-1004
men’S grooming club
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CA Men’s Fine Grooming,
11544 Ash St., Leawood, Kan.
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who says the spa experience is just
for women? Ca men’s fine grooming
is a swanky guys’ club that offers
everything a man needs for fine
grooming, plus some luxuries he
wants. all-inclusive memberships
are available.
913-631-3707
www.camensfinegrooming.com
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rearrange a room
If you’ve ever moved and used a home stager, you know what a difference
a trained eye can make when it comes to arranging your space. Instead of
waiting until it’s time to move, hire a home stager to rearrange a room – or
even a whole house.
Staging in Style
room makeoverS
$120 for a two-hour walk-through
with kendra garwood.
816-878-5760
www.staginginstylekc.com
[email protected]
$80 per hour, which includes owner
Cynthia grant rearranging and
repurposing items in the home.
913-897-0747
www.roommakeoverskc.com
ready, Set, gorgeouS
refreSh kc
$100 for an initial consultation;
$125 for a whole house
walk-through with a.J. miller.
816-678-8242
www.readysetgorgeous.com
[email protected]
$125 for a two-hour walk-through of
the whole house, including tips and
notes from Jocelyn bennett.
913-908-6639
www.refreshkc.com
[email protected]
home Staging by cynthia
detailS home Staging
$120 for a two-hour consultation
with Cynthia black.
816-444-5352
[email protected]
www.homestagingbyc.com
$200-$300 for a consultation with
a detailed report and photos from
kathy west.
913-488-6471
detailshomestagingsolutions.com
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... or one on jewelry making, or
soldering or paper arts – urban
arts+Crafts in briarcliff village offers
a great variety of fun classes.
Check their web site for schedules.
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••• just for fun
Cloud 9 Living, Olathe, Kan.
Cost: from $215
take in the view from the
clouds with an exciting
hot air balloon ride over
your hometown. your flight
concludes with a champagne
toast and a snack. flight
time is 45-60 minutes.
available year-round either
at sunset or sunrise. all
passengers must be at least
10 years old.
kansas City’s historic garment
district between 6th and 11th streets
and washington and wyandotte
streets features buildings dating
back to the 1870s. the area was
known for its popular clothing, and
through the 1940s, it’s said that
one out of every seven women in
america purchased a kansas Citymade garment. take in a piece of
our local history with a guided tour
of the area.
913-324-5007
www.cloud9living.com/kansas-city
www.kcgarmentmuseum.com
816-474-2112
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tour of the kanSaS city garment diStrict
801 Broadway, Kansas City, Mo.
kcur memberShip
Amazing Rearranging
Cost: $150 for two hours
KCUR 89.3 FM
Cost: $75
If your husband or dad has a space all his own, you can
give his man cave a makeover from amazing rearranging.
It doesn’t have to be a tricked out garage; melinda bartling
can work wonders with his leftover furniture in the spare
room or a beer can collection in the basement.
make a $75 donation (or more) to kCur, kansas City’s
nPr station, in someone’s name and do good while
also giving that person a great gift. kCur member
card perks include two-for-one specials at many local
restaurants, regional hotels and bed & breakfasts,
museums, performance venues and more.
www.amazingrearranging.com
913-642-6814
[email protected]
www.kcur.org
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When you’re frantic to find a
gift, and your head is empty of
ideas, it’s easy to turn to the old
standby – a gift card.
But while they’re super
convenient and insanely popular
($23 billion spent on them last
year), they’re not always the best
choice. Especially if you’re trying
to give a memorable gift.
your gift to mean something,
put a little extra effort into it.
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restrictions on what’s
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hand someone a gift card for
everyday necessities (such as a
grocery store or gasoline), it’s
the equivalent for giving underwear to a kid – sure, they
need it, but they’re not going
to jump for joy over it.
too convenient. In theory,
you could do all your holiday
gift shopping at the grocery
store and call it done. This is a
great stress reliever, but it also
says something about you to
the recipients of the cards.
nothing to unwrap. For
those who like to unwrap presents, gift cards leave a hole under the tree. When you want
getting money for a gift. Shopping is their main social experience, and with the time off
from school at the holidays, a
gift card is always a welcome
gift for most teens. Seek out
cards for food, entertainment
or clothes, especially.
for charitable giftS. In
this case, practical grocery,
discount clothing and drug
store gift cards are perfect for
those in need.
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••• beauty & body
great Cakes Soapworks is owned
by amy warden of olathe, kan., who
makes her products by hand. her goat
milk soap creates a thick, creamy
lather and delivers a nutrient-rich drink
for your skin. Choose from a variety of
fun fragrances like black raspberry,
hazelnut cappuccino or lavender.
www.greatcakessoapworks.com
913-205-8408
fruity face kit
Available at www.carenonline.com
Cost: $19.95
founded by Stephanie Simkins of
lenexa, kan., Skin Inc.’s products
are made of natural ingredients. the
fruity face kit features trial-sized
versions of the lemon aid face wash,
lemon fresh toner, fruity face scrub
and rosey Plum day moisturizer.
www.realorganicskin.com
[email protected]
Spa gift baSket
Sunrise Soaps, Parkville, Mo.
Cost: $44.50
Parkville’s Sunrise Soaps has been
handcrafting soaps and lotions since
1996. this gift basket includes soap,
lotion, sugar scrub and a net bath poof
in a 7-inch basket chest. all products
are available online or at their store.
sunrisesoaps.com, 816-746-0555
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Monarch Plastic Surgery’s Skin Store,
4801 W. 135th St., Leawood, Kan.
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In addition to a wide
variety of cosmetic
surgery options,
monarch Plastic Surgery
also offers unique skin
care products for sale
both at their leawood
office and online.
retinol products are
scientifically proven to
remodel collagen to give
you a clear, more vibrant
complexion.
www.monarchps.com
913-317-9386
Zum clean houSewarming
pack
Indigo Wild, 3125 Wyandotte, KCMO
Cost: $24
give the gift of clean with these allnatural cleaning products. Includes
Zum Clean Sweet orange granite &
Countertop Cleaner, Sink & Surface
Scrub and three assorted laundry
samples.
www.indigowild.com, 800-361-5686
Sugar Shine
Mixture, Lenexa, Kan.
exfoliate, reduce blemishes, hydrate,
soften the tone of your skin and smell
fabulous. what a great way to start off
any day. Sugar Shine will invigorate
and help prepare you for whatever the
day may hold. depending on skin type,
may be used daily.
www.mixtureusa.com
913-944-2441
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goat milk Soap
Great Cakes Soapworks, Olathe, Kan.
Cost: 4 for $20
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botox treatment
Exclusive MD, Leawood, Kan.
Cost: $9 per unit used (discounted rate)
treat a friend to a botox boost at a
special rate – just $9 per unit (typically,
$12-$14 per unit). Schedule a free
consultation – and make it a girls’ day
out!
www.exclusivemd.com
913-324-5007
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massages & day spas
the gift every woman wants to see under the tree? a few hours of bliss at a
day spa. kansas City has an endless supply of ecstasy-inducing offerings.
plaZa weSt maSSage
and day Spa
1201 W. 47th St., Kansas City, Mo.
give a one-hour massage for $75,
or try the tri-phasic body sculpting,
which uses mild, electrical frequencies, heat and vibration to minimize
fat and reduce cellulite, for $110.
816-531-5780
www.plazawestmassage.com
hollyday aeStheticS
1 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, Mo.
the four-hour total pampering
package features a one-hour
massage, custom facial, manicure,
pedicure and light lunch for $215.
816-333-4430
www.hollydayspa.com
Sunlight day Spa
7373 W. 107th, Overland Park, Kan.
Speed oxygen flow and increase
circulation via far-infrared sauna
therapy. Plus, enjoy a foot soak,
private shower, use of relaxation
area, aromatherapy and beverage.
$35 for 30 minutes.
913-754-2023
www.sunlightdayspa.com
the Spa tuScano
4133 N. Mulberry in Briarcliff Village
the taste of tuscano package
includes four 30-minute services:
facial, Swedish massage, manicure
and pedicure. $180 for 2 hours.
816-746-5333
www.thespatuscano.com
ultimate eScape day Spa
11674 W. 135th, Overland Park, Kan.
the gentleman’s escape is a
relaxing day out for your special
guy. features a 60-minute Swedish
massage, sport facial and a
30-minute dry sauna capsule
session. three hours total, $145.
913-851-3385
www.ultimateescapedayspa.com
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••• the gift of time
Sometimes, the best gift you could give someone is more time in his or her day. one way to
do that is to take some of the everyday tasks off your loved one’s list. hundreds of service
professionals in the kansas City area would be happy to oblige. use these tips to choose one.
while you should
always ask your own questions of a
maid service, sometimes the best
place to start is your own circle.
ask your friends and family if they
know of anyone or if they’ve used
a particular service. you can trust
that they will be completely honest
in their reviews.
referenceS. the size or longevity
of the company matters less than
its reputation. make sure you can
get references and find out what
type of service they have.
bonded. If something breaks or
turns up missing, you will want to
be reimbursed.
loSS ratio. Staff that isn’t properly
trained or vetted can damage
irreplaceable items in your home.
don’t be afraid to ask the tough
questions about the workers’
skills.
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need. If you need the walls
washed down, ovens scrubbed and
the attic cleaned, see if they are up
for it. If not, keep looking.
lawn ServiceS
It doesn’t
matter if you hire the 16-year-old
kid down the street or a professional lawn care company. ask how
often the lawn will be mowed and
whether it’s flat fee for the entire
season. If the firm charges for
each visit, your lawn may receive
more attention than you really
want. find out if service includes
fertilizing in the spring and fall and
if leaf removal is included.
aSk for a guarantee. If you are
not satisfied with the job, will they
come back and fix it? If you are
required to sign a contract, read
the fine print. make sure there is a
clause to get out of the deal if you
decide to start mowing yourself, or
you’re just not happy with the work.
neighborhood diScount. If the
lawn care company is already
servicing three of your neighbors
and they refer this company to
you, ask if all the residents on
the street can receive a discount.
Professional mowers can save a lot
of gas by working on several lawns
on the same street.
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nannieS and babySitting
although they don’t have
to have a degree in child psychology
or in pediatric care nursing, nannies
need to have some knowledge and
training on first aid and emergency
situations.
experience. experience gives a
professional nanny the confidence
and the presence of mind to
act accordingly to whatever
circumstances arise while children
are in their care.
good background. look for
someone with no criminal record
and good mental health.
referenceS. ask for testimonials
from people the nanny has worked
for in the past.
love for kidS. although it seems
obvious for this kind of job, not
everyone who wants to be a
professional nanny has affection for
kids. a good nanny is patient and
sensitive when interacting with your
kids and is attentive to their needs.
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handyman
help your parents tackle that honey-do
list with a quality handyman service. but
before you hand over any money, watch
out for anyone who says things like “I
need cash up front,” “I have materials left
over” or “this is a special offer good only
today.” Some other things to look for:
n bonded and inSured. this keeps you
from being held financially and legally
responsible for an accident on your property. Plus, you can be reimbursed for any
damage caused by the worker.
n guaranteeS. this protects you from paying for the same service twice. you should
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also look for a guarantee on parts, as
well as manufacturers’ warranties.
eStabliShed buSineSS. your candidate
should be established in your community and carry a good reputation. ask for
testimonials and references, and look
for memberships and certifications.
fair priceS and payment ruleS. ask
how they prefer to be paid. never pay
before the job is completed, but be
prepared to pay a portion of the fee in
advance for parts and supplies. or, you
can go to the store to pay for the items
yourself.
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