It is a universal truth each holiday season that at least one person in your life won’t be able to think of anything they’d want for a present.

Whether it’s your retired parents in the midst of downsizing, your eco-warrior friend on a crusade against materialism or a Gen Z sibling who swears their living accommodations are too small to fit anything new — you know who I’m talking about.

Save yourself hassle and wrapping paper this year by giving the gift of an experience instead.

The following suggestions offer that tough-to-buy-for person in your life an opportunity to make some memories or try a new experience.

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Knives out at Baltimore Chef Shop

Membership to Station North Tool Library

Candle making with KSM Candle Co.

Cruise around the bay with Boat Baltimore

Staycation at Flohom

Passport to the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Learn to sew at Domesticity

Theater tickets to Baltimore Center Stage

Take a spin at ANG Pottery

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lillian.reed@thebaltimorebanner.com