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Valentine Gift Guide

Shea GuntherMaher

Not sure what to get your Valentine? Though flowers and chocolate are tried and true, it doesn’t hurt to spice things up with some creative gift-giving. Here are a few outside-the-heart-shaped-box gift ideas for that special person…

For HER: The Dailey Method, Downtown

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The special lady in your life would jump for joy with a membership to downtown’s favorite fitness group. The Dailey Method combines the best of Pilates, yoga, and ballet barre training and is driven by fitness research to offer extreme benefits for the body and mind. The group workout experience is energizing and empowering!

Did You Know: The Dailey Method was the People’s Choice Winner of the 2013 Calling All Dreamers business competition? Learn more about local owner Sandra Lemos and her story of opening a fitness studio in downtown Sacramento here.

>> Click here to explore gift options at The Dailey Method

For HIM: Fit Face

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The active and health-conscious man in your life just might flip for some Fit Face skincare products. A locally-owned start-up, Fit Face offers high-performance face cleansers, moisturizers, and shave serums formulated with natural and organic ingredients – everything your face wants and needs to be healthy and look great.

Did You Know: Fit Face was a finalist in the 2015 Calling All Dreamers business competition? Learn more about local owner Jordan Lindsey and his story here.

>> Click here to explore gift options at Fit Face

For ALL: Andy’s Candy Apothecary

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Photo courtesy of Nicholas Wray

Whether you’re looking to treat your significant other, friends, or kiddos, Andy’s Candy Apothecary is the place to go for Valentine sweets. Choose from a bounty of goodies, including chocolate in just about any form, sour-sweet chews, international goodies, even nostalgic finds like Razzles and Fun Dip. The only challenge will be NOT eating the sugary loot before you gift it!

Did You Know: Andy’s Candy Apothecary was the Grand Prize Winner of our inaugural Calling All Dreamers business competition? Learn more about Andy Paul and his story of opening a candy shop in downtown Sacramento here.

>> Click here to explore gift options at Andy’s Candy Apothecary

Do you have a great idea for a small business downtown? Apply for the 2016 Calling All Dreamers competition to compete for a chance to open a retail storefront and earn a business start-up package! Visit CallingAllDreamers.org for more information, we’re accepting applications through March 29, 2016 at 5 p.m. PST.

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