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Have a ball It’s chilly now, but all you need to do to warm up is just imagine the crack of a bat and the roar of the crowd. A couple of season tickets to the Nashville Sounds 2016 season will give your favorite sports fan a reason to hold on through the long, gray winter.

Two season tickets, $2,016$4,320, Nashville Sounds, First Tennessee Park, 19 Junior Gilliam Way, Nashville. www.nashvillesounds.com; 615-690-4487

Cherry Bombs Chocolate-covered cherry cordials have long been a holiday tradition.

Maybe it’s time to knock tradition on its butt and shake it up a little with pickled Maraschino cherries enrobed in buttermilk fondant and dark chocolate. Cherry Bombs, $18 for eight, Olive & Sinclair, 1628 Fatherland St., Nashville. www.oliveandsinclair.com; 615-262-3007

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Spirit of Nashville From beloved icons like Hatch Show Print and Pancake Pantry to new favorites like The Cupcake Collection and Nashville Rollergirls, you can find one of your favorite pieces of Music City with the Spirit of Nashville posters.

Unframed prints start at $19, with several options ranging up to $118 for a deluxe framed and matted 20.5-inch by 24.5-inch print. Anderson Design Group, 116 29th Ave. N., Nashville. www.andersondesigngroupstore.com; 615-327-9894

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Goo Goo goodness While people are out making biopics about computer geniuses, no one seems to be paying attention to the real heroes: the person who invented edible chocolate, the evolution of which has led to Goo Goo’s latest and greatest creation: Goo Buttons, with fillings like honey apple spice jelly or blackberry, lemon and ginger-white chocolate ganache. Belle Meade Winery Celebration Sampler, $6.99, Goo Goo Shop, 116 Third Ave. S., Nashville. www.googoo.com; 615-490-6685

Cheekwood Mansion Clothes wear out, food gets eaten, books get read. And that’s all good, but a yearlong membership to Cheekwood will be the proverbial gift that keeps on giving. From the year-round rotating exhibits and discounts on special events to free parking, membership really does have its advantages. Memberships start at $45, Cheekwood Art & Gardens, 1200 Forrest Park Dr., Nashville. www.cheekwood.org; 615-353-6984

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Personalized Preds Buying clothes for your teenage son, grandson, nephew or pool boy is no easy feat.

You might as well try to predict which contestant will be reviled by the “Project Runway” judges. One surefire winner, though, is a jersey that put the Gnash in Nashville, imprinted with his name or his favorite player’s name. There’s no way he’ll exchange that for cash. Customizable Reebok men’s Predators jersey, $185, Dick’s Sporting Goods, 6812 Charlotte Pike, Nashville. www.dickssportinggoods.com; 615-354-0102

‘Nashville Eats’ What better gift for the awesome cook in your life than an awesome, Nashville-themed cookbook? Former Tennessean food writer Jennifer Justus, who knows the edible landscape here as well as anyone and better than most, shares her recipes as well as her stories about what makes Music City so unique. $22.87, www.amazon.com

Share your mug The Easter Island-stylings of the trademark Ugly Mugs mug on a mug will really resonate with the grumpy morning person and coffee lover in your life. Ceramic mug, $12, Ugly Mugs, 1886 Eastland Ave., Nashville. www.uglymugsnashville.com; 615-915-0675

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Cool coordinates Lots of locally made goodies to bestir her heart and yours make it hard to pick. For starters, a soft-as-a-cloud T-shirt with Nashville’s latitude and longitude pairs perfectly with a leather envelope bag from a company that works with women who have overcome challenges from prostitution to addiction. Tigist clutch, FashionABLE, $78; top-knotted tee, $38; both at Sisters of Nature, 521 Gallatin Ave., Nashville. www.sistersofnatureboutique.com; 615-270-9219

Soft stylings Nesting handcrafted leather clutches? Yes, please. Designed by Nashville leather artisan Ceri Hoover, choose from among three sizes.

Hutton clutch in camel, $200; Waller clutch in camel, $140; wallet in camel, $90; Kitty, 521 Gallatin Ave., Nashville. www.kittynashville.com; 615-720-6993

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Sometimes you want a gift that just says “Nashville.�

Other times, you want a whole box of stuff that reminds them of the most awesome city in the world.

Let them think all about it while they soak in luxury with Local Economy hand soap and hand lotion, TruBee lip balm, Littleseed hand soap in lavender, Southern Firefly Amber Oak candle and a Turkish T Linen Towel. Bath & Body Gift Batch, $82, Batch, Nashville Farmers Market, 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville. www.batchnashville.com; 615-913-3912

A good hoodie will keep her warm and make her look cute. A great hoodie will do those things and also help make the world a better place. Every sale of a nonprofit Thistle Farms product helps support women who have survived prostitution, trafficking and addiction. Love Heals burnout hoodie, $35, Thistle Farms, 5122 Charlotte Ave, Nashville. www.thistlefarms.org; 615-298-1140

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Available at Kroger www.smokinjoesfoodproducts.com 615-715-2983 Smokin’ Joe’s serves up low calorie sides this holiday season from his home kitchen.

Smokin’ Joe’s gourmet tartar sauce is the perfect way to liven up many holiday dishes. This signature time perfected recipe compliments any chicken salad, tuna salad and deviled eggs just to name a few.

His all natural gluten free sauce can be found at your neighborhood Kroger’s in the seafood aisle and makes a great addition to seafood, chicken, hot dogs, burgers, chicken salad, tuna fish salad, deviled eggs, wings and so much more.

Make Smokin’ Joe’s a must have at your next gathering and impress the taste buds of your family and friends with Smokin’ Joe’s signature sauce available in Cajun and regular flavor.

With Smokin’ Joe’s “flavor with a punch,â€? you won’t rest until you’ve tried the best. www.smokinjoesfoodproducts.com Smokin’ Joe’s Chicken Salad 2 -10 oz. cans of chicken breast drained ½ cup of whole sweet pickles diced small Âź cup of celery thinly sliced 2 stalks of green onion thinly sliced 1 whole lemon squeezed 12 oz. bottle of Smokin’ Joe’s tartar sauce Place all ingredients in mixing bowl. Mix well, chill and serve. If desired, add ½ cup of grapes halved and Âź cup of pecans halved.

Makes 4-6 Servings

Smokin’ Joe’s Deviled Eggs 1 dozen eggs ½ cup of Smokin’ Joe’s tartar sauce Paprika Boil, peel and cut eggs in half. Place yolks in mixing bowl. Add tartar sauce.

Blend well and spoon mixture into egg halves. Sprinkle lightly with paprika.

Makes 24 servings

Smokin’ Joe’s Tuna Fish Salad 2-10 oz. cans of tuna fish drained ½ cup of whole sweet pickles diced small Ÿ cup of celery thinly sliced 2 stalks of green onion thinly sliced 1 whole lemon squeezed Ÿ cup of green pepper finely diced 7 oz. of Smokin’ Joe’s tartar sauce Place all ingredients in mixing bowl.

Mix well, chill and serve. Sprinkle lightly with paprika Makes 4-6 servings

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Drink up Music City Red Solo cups are just so generic. How about a little love for Nashville with these Nashville Love stadium cups?

Throw in some skyline adoration with note cards and napkins while you’re at it. Stadium cups, $12.50 per pack; card, $6; guest and beverage napkins, $15.99-$19.99, The Dotted Line, 2141 Bandywood Drive, Nashville. www.the-dotted-line.com; 615-385-0101

Which way will you go?

Never be directionless again. This zippered bag is all about the possibilities in your Nashville life. Wristlet, $18, Nancy B. Goods, The Shoppes on Fatherland, 1100 Fatherland St., Nashville. www.nancybgoods.com; 615-714-7121

Grow their garden This gift really does keep on giving. A great stocking-stuffer for a gardener or anyone who feels kindly toward Mother Earth, these seed bombs produced by Williams Honey Farm in Franklin are filled with a variety of native flowers and instructions on how to plant them. Each pouch includes five seed bombs. A portion of every seed bomb sale will help fund the community pollinator gardens in and around Nashville. The Polleneers Seed Bombs, $4 at Green Door Gourmet, 7011 River Road Pike, Nashville; www.williamshoneyfarm.com.

Sign of the times It’s good to remind yourself where you are, because sometimes that tells you just how far you’ve come. Nashville sign, $165, The Fuselage, 521 Gallatin Ave., Nashville.

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There’s nothing like a gift that makes you look smart and makes your mom feel like she’s smart! Here’s where Nashville-based Paddywax’s Library Collection comes into play. These soy wax candles will illuminate your room and your mind with scents nodding to literary greats, including Edgar Alan Poe, Jane Austen and Ralph Waldo Emerson. There are six authors/scents to choose from.

Coming in a 6.5-ounce glass container, the candles are ornamented with quotes from the respective authors. At only $21, this is a great way to warm Mom’s heart and mind while keeping your wallet cool. Find at various gift shops, florists and salons in Middle Tennessee or online at www.paddywax.com/Shop/Library — Madalyn Hoerr

The soft leather and colorfully marbled covers of linenlaid&felt’s hand-bound books are irresistible — only enhanced by the knowledge that they are locally made

by East Nashville bookbinder and teaching artist Katie Gonzalez. These hand-bound creations — wedding guest books, photo albums, sketchbooks, journals and more — feature stitched binding and lush paper. A perfect present and keepsake ready to be filled with salutations from loved ones, indelible images or simply the day’s random ruminations. You can find books from linenlaid&felt at Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pike and the Batch store at the Nashville Farmer’s Market, 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd. $20-$100 at linenlaidfelt.etsy.com.

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Help Dad stay well groomed with all-natural products, whether he lets his whiskers grow free or prefers a smooth chin. For the bearded ones, give the $16 Soft + Sweet Beard Oil to keep his face from itching and keep his beard smooth. For clean-shaven folks, give the $12 Legitimately Cool After Shave â&#x20AC;&#x201D; so theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll feel cool in body and mind. Find the products in stores all around the city, including O.live Body Bar, Atmalogy and Kore, or online at www.beardition.com. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Jen Todd

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Play dress-up The 21st-century take on paper dolls are a big hit at our house. They are much easier for a 4-yearold and 2-year-old to dress and “style” than Barbie dolls. My girls create whole worlds using their magnetic dolls and like to mix and match the outfits, so there would be lots of squeals on Christmas morning if these were under the tree. Starting at $9.99 at Wal-Mart — Cherish Matthews

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Meowbox You love your cat, and your cat acts like it loves you sometimes. The holidays are a great time to put those scratches aside and treat your fur baby to a gift that keeps giving — Meowbox. This subscription box will deliver five to seven goodies for your cat each month. Items range from treats to toys to accessories, but the exact contents will be a surprise to you and Whiskers, although the cardboard box it comes in is sure to be a hit regardless! Meowbox offers three subscription plans: one, three or six months with prices ranging from $22.95 a month to $32.95 a month. With every Meowbox purchased, the company donates one can of food to a shelter cat, so you can feel good about spreading the love this holiday season. meowbox.com — Madalyn Hoerr

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