5 Unforgettable Gifts for Your Friends

Unlike your kids, your friends probably didn't give you a list of presents they'd like to receive this Christmas—and you know they don't need any more sweaters.

We've rounded up some gift ideas you may find more useful—and all are available right here:

The Gift of Art
Art can brighten anyone's life, whether it's by enjoying the work of others or learning to make your own. Hillsborough offers lots of opportunity for either, whether you want to invest in framed artwork or give your friend a prod towards picking up a brush.

Find framed artwork locally at The Thomas Kincade Gallery or Deck the Walls, both located in the Bridgewater Commons. The Martinsville Studio can help your friend learn to make their own frameable art, as can a lesson or two at the York Studio. 

Perhaps your friend would like to learn to play an instrument: gift certificates for lessons at Bridgewater School of Music or Main Street School of Dance and Music. 

The Gift of Relaxation
Friends seem a little tense lately? Get them a gift certificate for a massage at Signature Day Spa, Secrets Salon and Spa, Splash Salon and Spa or the Relaxation Station.

Or perhaps your friend needs a different kind of relaxation, one that comes with a mind-body connection: get them a session at Gurukai Yoga.

The Gift of Romance
Your married friends will really appreciate a chance to enjoy a night out with a gift certificate for dinner for two at their favorite restaurants, like McCormick and Schmick's, Houlihan's, the Milano Grille—or Chuck E. Cheese.

Spring for a bottle of wine from Best Buy Wines and Liquors, Spirits of the Valley in Martinsville or Grape Expectations, and you know they'll thank you later.  

The Gift of Health
A healthy friend is a good friend, and you can help your friend get healthy with a few sessions at one Hillsborough's fine exercise and training centers.
For someone needing a good general workout, check out the nearest exercise center, such as Fitzone, Gold's Gym are great places.
   
Not sure what they'd like? How about a certificate to Bridgewater Sports Arena? 

And don't forget the Y: the Bridgewater YMCA offers lots of programs for all ages.

The Gift of Friendship
Isn't the best gift of all a good friend? Giving a little bit of yourself can be a treasured present—make a date with you friend to enjoy lunch and a walk at Duke Farms, or a day hiking at Chimney Rock.

Or pickup your friend for a night at AMC Cinema.