Shop "Out of the box". Shop Local this holiday season.

This holiday season try shopping "out of the box" and buy all your gifts at local shops. You may be surprised at all of the great gifts you can find for the people on your list....Here are some great gift ideas to purchase locally.

• Hair Salon gift certificate - Everyone - yes EVERYONE - gets their hair cut.

• Activity center and gym membership - this is a great gift for any age.

• Car detailing or Quarterly oil change certificate - Who wouldn't appreciate getting their car detailed? Purchase a gift certificate for them and help them take good care of their vehicle.

• Local Restaurant certificates - Whether the recipient uses them for a gourmet dinner, a few fun lunches, or a bunch of breakfasts, they will thank you over and over!

• Local cleaning person- Is there a special lady or family on your list? Everyone would appreciate the services of a cleaning person for a day, month, or forever!

• Lawn mowing service- We tend to forget about yard work this season, but who wouldn't appreciate a lawn mowing service or just a spring yard cleanup service!

• Check out local gift shops, jewelry stores, and galleries - they are full of unique and fantastic gift ideas!

• Computer repair gift certificate - almost everyone needs someone to check out their computer from time to time.

• Grocery Store, winery or brewery certficate - whether the person on your list is a food, wine, or beer connoisseur, they will appreciate the opportunity to select their favorite items.

No matter where you travel to, you will find wonderful local businesses that will help you check off your gift list this year!