The Father’s Day gifts he actually wants

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With Father’s Day approaching quickly (June 17) it’s time to find that perfect gift for dad. Whether he’s a handyman, a music lover, a fitness junkie, a beer afishionado, or anything in between, we’ve got fun + thoughtful gifts that won’t break the bank.

👨🏻‍💼The Sports Fan Dad: For the dad who loves anything from Sunday football to going out to the ballpark to watch his favorite team. You can never go wrong with a shirt, hat, or anything that sports their favorite team.

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The Vault | 213 North Main St.

University Shoppe | 2435 E North St.

👨‍🍳 The Iron Chef Dad: For the father who can season the perfect steak, grill the best burgers, or even frost the most tempting cake, buying a clever kitchen gadget can come in handy for any home-chef.

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The Cook Station | 659 South Main St.

🤵🏼The ‘Spirited’ Dad: For the day who loves his beer, bourbon, or glass of wine to finish off the night or kick-off the weekend. This gift can be a new drink, his classic choice, or nice glasses to complete the experience.

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Greenville Beer Exchange | 7 S Laurens St. Suite A

Total Wine | 1125 Woodruff Rd. Suite 300

Dark Corner Distillery | 14 S Main St.

👨🏼‍🎤The Rock Star Dad: While growing up he may have forced you to listen to his favorite tunes from the good ol’ days, but over the years you have began to appreciate his music tastes. Use this time as a way to give him the gift of music: vinyls of his favorite music or a subscription to Spotify Premium so he can listen to his music anywhere he goes.

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Horizon Records | 2-A West Stone Ave.

Pharmacy Records | 21 Shoppers Dr.

👨🏼‍🏫The Scholastic Dad: Does your father always seem to have his nose in a book? Do your conversations always revolve around his last great read? Give your dad the gift of knowledge and adventure for Father’s Day with a best seller or your own recommendation in his favorite genre.

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Judson Booksellers | 130 S. Main St.

Fiction Addiction | 1175 Woods Crossing Rd.

👨🏼‍🚀The Adventure Seeking Dad: If trips to the lake, camping, hiking, or just simply spending time outside is your father’s go to activity this category was made for him. Anything from a hammock, new equipment, or just spending time with your dad in the great outdoors is a perfect way to say thanks.

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Half-Moon Outfitters | 1420 Laurens Rd.

REI | 1140 Woodruff Rd.

👨🏼‍🔧The Fix-it Dad: Is your dad Mr. Fix It? Buy him a new tool or new supplies for his upcoming project.

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McKinney Lumber and Hardware | 2016 Laurens Rd

Duncan’s Hardware | 1506 Augusta St.

👨🏼‍✈️The Travelin’ Dad: For the dad that travels often for work or just loves visiting new and exciting places, buy him something practical: new luggage/bags, travel kits, passport accessories, a wallet, dashboard phone holder, or anything that makes life easier.

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Mori Luggage & Gifts | 700 Haywood Rd. Ste. 1040


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