Did you forget someone on your gift list? Have you found yourself in need of a last-minute present for a holiday party or a friend? Did that person you barely know (neighbor, new boyfriend, the lady at your gym) give you a gift and now you feel obligated to give one back? You've got a couple of options. You can run to the stores or the mall and try to find something crazy quickly while everyone else in the world is madly rushing to find their last-minute presents. Or you can try out one of these fun ideas here! Mix CD - For someone you know well, Mix CDs are a fantastic and cheap way to show …

As the holiday draws ever closer still, shipping date cut offs make online shopping far more difficult. Have no fear, though! You can find all of your entertainment locally, in these great shops in the Burke area. You may never have considered shopping at Target or Kohl's for electronics, or even hitting the local libraries to actually buy books, but there are great deals to be had at shops you could visit on your way home from work. From films to gift cards, books to game systems, you can cross off the last person on your list, locally. Target10301 New Guinea Road, Fairfax(703) 764-5100 …

So, your best friend loves to run and you want to find her a gift that supports that passion. Maybe your dad is back at the gym (we are quickly approaching the New Year's Resolution portion of the holidays, after all) and wants a new pair of running shoes. Perhaps your sister has been dying for a new bike, or your mom wants new camping gear. Whatever your outdoor gift dilemma, here are some local stores that can help! The Bike Lane9544 Old Keene Mill Road703-440-8701 Looking for a cycling related gift? Look no further than The Bike Lane! This family-operated shop carries everything you need…

Do you have a family member with a feline 'son'? A beloved friend who never stops talking about his dog? Is your dad an avid bird watcher? Finding the perfect holiday gift to suit someone's primary love—be it fowl or feline—is never easy, but these stores in the Burke area are here to help! From wild bird feed to organic puppy treats, you can find a unique gift for the animal lover in your life without straying far from your neighborhood. Burke Pet Center9546 Burke Road(703) 323-3975 This small, locally owned pet store has a little bit of everything! From fish food and supplies to kitten toys…

As the holidays draw closer, the search for that elusive last gift for the special lady in your life, whether a mother, significant other, close friend or relative, grows more frustrating. You've already bought her big presents, but you just need one more gift to round out your sister's pile. Maybe you're brave and you've left the ready-made ease of your girlfriend's Amazon wish list, and you're ready to strike out on your own for something unique. Or you want to find something for your mom that she'll like more than the jewelry you regularly buy her. She always tells you it's pretty, but you…