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f you're like most Americans, you will purchase more than 17 gifts this holiday season. It can be a challenge to come up with unique gift ideas so, before you hit the mall, try these suggestions:
 Friendly gift ideas: Purchase tickets to your friend's favorite sporting, concert or theater event. For offbeat gifts, try a flea market -- visit www.fleamarketguide.com to find a flea market near you.
Child's play: Check out Child Magazine's "Best of the Year Toy" issue which comes out every November and features the top 50 kid-tested and teacher-approved toys as chosen by the Bank Street College of Education. Parenting magazine recently released a "Toys of the Year" issue in mid-October.
Pet presents: Americans spend about $5 billion a year on holiday gifts for their pets. Your local pet store may have stocking stuffers ranging from canine breath mints to iguana leashes, and upscale retailers like Neiman Marcus and Hammacher Schlemmer often offer items such as elaborate pet mansions and handmade canine clothing.
Wherever your holiday shopping takes you, don't forget to use your LaSalle MasterMoneyTM Card, accepted at more than 15 million locations. 
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