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This Holiday Season Create Memories, Not Waste!
Give shared experiences and gifts that are made to last
Don’t know what to give, check out some ideas below.
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Spend Time with Them
This holiday season instead of buying more ‘stuff’, spend some quality time with your family and friends. Take them to a play, skating, for a spa or golf day with you. Simple moments with them often become priceless memories.
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Plan a Trip
The County of Simcoe has a lot to offer, plan a trip to visit your relatives or friends! You can find great deals abroad and locally.
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Enjoy our Trails
The County of Simcoe has top hiking spots/trails for you to create memories with your friends and family.
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Date Night
Hire a sitter, call your parents, make plans and go on a date night with your partner!
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Take Up a Hobby Together
Spend quality time with the person on your list while encouraging creativity or healthy physical activity.
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Sponsor a Child
Looking to give back this holiday season? Help bring memories and joy to a family in need. Many charitable organizations can assist with coordinating your sponsorship.
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Adopt a Pet
A lot of animals are in need, this holiday season you could adopt a pet and create long lasting memories!
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Donate your Time to Charity
One of the greatest gifts you can give is your time – create memories. Support your favorite charity!
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Treasure Hunt
This holiday season make your own treasure hunt or go geocaching.
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Sports Event
You don’t have to go to a Jays, Raptors, or Maple Leafs game. Support your local league and make it a great family activity that lasts.
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Teach a Skill
Teach them a skill, they will always remember that.
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A Day Off
Parents are extremely busy individuals, try giving them « A Day Off ».
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Personalized Items
These items are always a hit and personalizing them adds sentimental value to the piece.
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Kids Lessons
Instead of buying them things, pay for lessons, the kid(s) and parents will thank you.
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Puppy Training Lessons
Send your furry friends to puppy training school. Obedience school is important to help you enjoy your pet.
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Learn a New Language
Languages are important, learn a new one. Your family and friends will enjoy the lessons. Then travel to different countries and create long lasting memories!
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Time to Give Back
He taught you a few things, now it is time to give back. Teach your parents new technology, I’m sure they will find social media fascinating!
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Host a Movie Night
Host a movie night for your family and/or friends Pick a family movie, delicious snacks, sit back and enjoy in the comfort of your home!
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Create a Memory Book
Create a memory book filled with pictures of memorable experiences!
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Handcrafted Items
These items are unique and durable, take advantage of your skills and make some beautiful pieces, furniture, etc. that will last a lifetime.
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Family Portrait
We all change with time, preserve the memories with a nice shot of the family. These gifts can be passed down generations to become family heirlooms.
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Create Homemade Jewelry
Homemade jewelry could be a big hit with many people on your list.
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Create a Family Tree
Create a family tree and learn about the different members of the family. This can then be passed generation to generation!
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DIY Knitted Gifts
Friends and family will always remember that scarf you knitted for them.
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Edible Gifts
Edible gifts are a great option, make some holiday nut mix or ginger cookies this season and don’t forget to use waste free wrapping options.
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Driving Lessons
Teach your kids how to drive, they will never forget that moment.
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Antiques
Antique jewelry, furniture, dishware or linens are all excellent gift options.
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Heirlooms
Pass on a family heirloom, or something you cherish from your childhood.
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Sports Equipment
Sports equipment makes a great second-hand gift!
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Tin Cans
Tin cans from soup can be spray painted and decorated.
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Clay Pot Wrap
Clay pots can be used to wrap your special flower mix for the spring!
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Glass Container or Mason Jars
Mason jars and glass containers can be used to put your special cookie mix!
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Paper Bag
Wrap your special gift with a brown paper bag.
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Fabric Wrap
Wrap your special gift with fabric.
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Cereal Box
Cereal boxes can make a very unique wrap