If you’re new to the area like I am or you just don’t know where to look, holiday shopping can be a nightmare.

I usually send gift cards, but this year I wanted to be more personal.

Searching for gifts was a great way to discover some of the shops Anne Arundel County has to offer.

I moved to Baltimore in October, so we’re discovering these places together. Here’s what I found:

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