GIFT GUIDE

A FRONT RANGE gift guide

for the TOUGH BUYS

BY MADDIE BROWNING SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAY WORK PARTY

It’s time to move past the classic Starbucks gift card to some more exciting ways to say thank you and happy holidays to your colleagues. Here are some gifts your work friends will really enjoy.

1. COOKING CLASS www.uncorkedkitchen.com

Uncorked Kitchen & Wine Bar in Lone Tree offers fun themed cooking classes for couples. Purchase a gift certifi cate, so your coworker can choose which class to take their signifi cant other to.

2. GIFT CARD TO COLORADO + 49 CIDERY & PUB www.coloradopluscidery.net

Colorado is known for its beer, but their cider is also incredible. Colorado 49 Cidery & Pub in Golden has classic cider as well as cider-infused food and cocktails, so grab a gift card for your coworkers to try something new.

3. 18 HOLES OF GOLF www.cityofdenvergolf.com/evergreen

Invite your colleague to a day of golf at Evergreen Golf Course. holes, coworker bonding, and dining at Keys on the Green Restaurant—what could be better?

4. GIFT CARD TO DOWNHILL BREWERY www.downhillbrews.com

classic, gift cards for local breweries are always a safe way to go. ownhill Brewery in Parker offers unique fl avors with inventive names like “Bikini Girls with Machine Guns.” GIFTS FOR DAD

Your dad deserves the best for always being there for you. Here are some ideas for gifts that will make you his favorite child.

1. GROWLER OF BEER www.lonetreebrewingco.com

Lone Tree Brewing Co. is a great place to pick up a growler of beer for your greatest supporter. With year-round and seasonal options, you can opt for a classic he will love or try out a new beer that might become an all-time favorite.

2. TOP GOLF TRIP www.topgolf.com/us/centennial

Schedule a trip to Top Golf in Centennial to play a fun, high-tech golf game. t s the perfect mix of golf, food and drinks, and family time.

3. MASSAGE www.sun-moonmassage.com

Dads deserve to be pampered too! Schedule a Swedish or deep tissue massage at Sun & Moon Therapeutic Massage in Englewood.

4. BAG OF COFFEE www.sweetbloomcoffee.com

Many dads love a caffeine boost to start the workday. Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters offers bags of coffee with interesting notes like mixed berry, Tootsie Roll, and pomegranate.

5. EPIC MOUNTAIN GEAR GIFT CARD www.epicmountaingear.com/pages/westminster

Buy your dad a gift card for Epic Mountain

Gear in estminster, so he can grab all of the essentials for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

6. WOODS, PELLETS, AND CHARCOALS www.proudsoulsbbq.com/bbq-fuel or the dad who loves grilling and smoking food, Proud Souls Barbeque Provisions sells bags of woods, pellets, and charcoal. They have fl avors like hickory, mesquite, oak, pecan, cherry, apple, and more.

GIFTS FOR THE SPORTS LOVER

Many people love playing sports and staying active. Here are some gifts that will fuel their passion for athleticism.

1. RUNNING SHOES www.runnersroostlakewood.com

Head over to Runners Roost in Lakewood to get some running shoes for your favorite athlete. Make sure to fi gure out their favorite brand and size before the holidays or make it a fun day together to pick out their dream shoes.

2. PHYSICAL THERAPY www.rockymountain.urpt.com/treatments

While not a typical gift, physical therapy can be very important to maintaining your health as an athlete. Rocky Mountain Spine & Support Mountain Spine & Support Physical Therapy in Aurora Physical Therapy in Aurora offers physical therapy and dry offers physical therapy and dry needling for improved muscle function and pain and stress relief.

3. LEGGINGS OR SHORTS www.shop.lululemon.com/stores/us/lone-tree/parkmeadows

New high-quality leggings or shorts from Lululemon in the Park Meadows mall are a great investment for workouts and games. GIFTS FOR THE FASHION INFLUENCER

4. EPIC PASS www.epicpass.com

While this gift is quite the splurge, an Epic Pass is a great way to provide a season of entertainment. With unlimited access to Vail, Breckenridge, Park City, and more, your athlete can hit the slopes all winter long.

5. GNC GIFT CARD stores.gnc.com/all-stores-colorado/highlands-ranch/ 9245-s-broadway

Purchase a gift card to GNC in Highlands Ranch, so your sports lover can pick up their favorite protein for post-game smoothies.

6. CUSTOM BRONCOS JERSEY

www.nfl shop.com

Customize a Broncos

Jersey with a last name, fi rst name, or fun nickname. This is the ideal gift for someone who loves the ideal gift for someone who loves Denver sports.

We all have a teenage girl in our lives who is obsessed with fashion and following the latest trends. Here are some ideas for Instagram-worthy gifts for your style icon.

1. KNIT SWEATER www.whiteoakandrooted.com

Pick up a knit sweater from White Oak & Rooted Boutique in Littleton. They have trendy styles perfectly paired with a pair of jeans or a black skirt.

2. MANI/PEDI www.frenchiesnails.com/location/co-lone-tree

Treat the fashionista in your life to a mani/pedi at Frenchies Modern Nail Care in Lone Tree. The salon prioritizes clean spaces and high-quality services.

3. JUMPSUIT

www.sweetwaterboutique.co

Grab a “Kathy Jumpsuit” from Sweetwater Boutique in Evergreen. These comfy, effortless jumpsuits come in blue and black for a casual day out.

4. BUBBLE TEA www.instagram.com/juscoffee

Treat your trendsetter to a gift card for bubble tea or a latte from Ju’s Coffee in Parker. The shop carries exciting fl avors like matcha, coconut, and lavender.

5. GOLD HOOP EARRINGS www.andrewsjewelrystore.com Head to Andrews Jewelry Store in Centennial for classic gold in Centennial for classic gold hoop earrings. They go with hoop earrings. They go with nearly every outfi t and will nearly every outfi t and will last for years to come. last for years to come. GIFTS FOR THE BUSY BODY

The person in your life who is always moving from one place to another deserves some rest and relaxation this holiday season. Here are some ideas to give them a few moments of peace.

1. MASSAGE www.303massage.com/services

Purchase a 50 minute signature massage or splurge on the 80 minute therapeutic massage to give your loved one time to rest and decompress at 303 Massage. They also offer facials, body polishes, and energy restoring work.

2. TEA www.travelingteapotco.com

Nothing is more calming than a nice warm cup of tea. Pick up loose leaf black, green, or herbal tea and decorative tea infusers from The Traveling Teapot Co. in Castle Rock. They promote wellness and self-care through fun fl avors like lavender peach black tea and blood orange herbal tea.

3. MINDFULNESS BOOK

www.westsidebooks.com/about-us

West Side Books in Denver is a perfect place to pick up a copy of “Practicing Mindfulness” by Matthew Sockolov. The book offers 75 exercises for practicing meditation.

4. YOGA www.risegolden.com

Yoga is a great way to center yourself and fi nd peace through movement. Grab a gift card to Rise Yoga and Wellness in Golden for classes at all levels of experience.

5. SUCCULENT www.hilltopgardening.com

Having a small plant that’s easy to take care of can be a

breath of fresh

air for stressful spaces. Go to Hilltop Gardening in Westminster to pick out the cutest, low maintenance succulent. However, make sure they are ready for the responsibility, no matter how small.

6. SOAP, BATH BOMBS, AND SUGAR SCRUBS www.manossoap.com Manos Soap Co. in Arvada sells soaps, bath bombs, and sugar scrubs that you can compile together to create the can compile together to create the ultimate relaxing bath set. ultimate relaxing bath set.