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We know you’re under pressure – not just to manage all there is to do at the holidays, but to do it without “maxing out” the credit cards. Consider these activities and gift suggestions as you navigate the season ahead:

1. Two hours of free parking? Hard to come by these days, but not in Beverly Hills. Look for the City parking structures, marked by the turquoise parking signs on Rodeo, Beverly and Canon Drives.

2. Pick out decorative papers to create your own festive stationery or select from a variety of sophisticated ready-made cards at Paper Source - $12.25-$22.50 per box. (9460 Brighton Way)

3. Famous Cupcakes – not just famous, but delicious, too. Try the Hot Chocolate or Black Tie varieties, for example ($3.25 each) or take home a full Merry Christmas bouquet for $74.99. (168 S. Beverly Dr.)

4. These “hills” are made for walking . . . clear your head as you enjoy the vast collection of public art and notable architecture on our Art & Architecture Walking Tour, all compliments of Beverly Hills.

5. Kisses to you from Beverly Hills. Our new limited edition sterling silver “kiss, kiss” necklace is available at Zina Beverly Hills for just $60 – perfect for you or your BFF. (470 S. Beverly Dr.)

6. Let the creative juices flow when you “design” your own tee or tank at Fashionology – tops start at about $30. Your add-ons (sequins, charms, logos) make it one-of-a-kind, with each fashion accent offered at a nominal additional charge. (342 N. Canon Drive)

7. Let L’Occitane en Provence transport you to that oh-so-charming region of France – the Shea Butter Lavender Cream ($39) or the Green Tea Eau de Toilette fragrance ($46) takes you there. (367 N. Beverly Drive)

8. Pop into The Paley Center for Media and peruse the archives. Bet your favorite Beverly Hills 90210 episode is available for screening, and it’s free. (465 N. Beverly Dr.)

9. Slip into Villa Blanca for a little Mediterranean-inspired cuisine – the Risotto with Wild Mushrooms ($16) or Fresh Lobster and Crab Salad ($18) fits the bill. (9601 Brighton Way)

10. Spice up your daughter’s wardrobe (or yours) with a hobo dress ($59) or a long tab cardigan sweater ($99) from Flaunt Boutique (266 S. Beverly Drive)

11. The children’s clothing options at Marie-Chantal Beverly Hills are too cute for words, and yet most are designed for rough-and-tumble kids’ activities. Take the boys’ long-sleeved T-shirt, for example ($48) – your little guy is ready for the playground now! (338 N. Beverly Drive)

12. All aboard the Beverly Hills Trolley Tour – at $10 per adult and $5 per child, it’s a bargain for the whole family. (SE Corner – Rodeo Drive/Dayton Way)

13. Green up your holidays with an all-natural/all-organic hand and foot refresher at Chi Nail Bar and Organic Spa. This classic manicure/pedicure combination ($60) features Green Tea Seed Oil for the softest hands and feet. (9390 S. Santa Monica Blvd.)

14. Amidst all the hustle and bustle, don’t forget about your favorite four-legged friends, Buster and Belle. How about a sweater for Buster ($65) and a Mrs. Santa Paws Dress for Belle ($48) from Beverly Hills Mutt Club? ‘Tis the season! (9872 S. Santa Monica Blvd.)

15. Take advantage of our year-round temperate climate and stroll through the many gardens here – Beverly Gardens Park along Santa Monica Blvd., for example, or Greystone Mansion at 905 Loma Vista Drive. Yep, it’s free!

16. Fashionphile sells gently used designer handbags and accessories like the Chloe rhinestone key ring ($100) at gentle-to-your-pocketbook prices. (9551 Wilshire Blvd.)

17. We know you’ve got holiday party plans! Glam it up with a pair of black suede peep-toe pumps with rhinestone accents – $90 at Aldo Shoes. (404 N. Beverly Dr.)

18. For the “foodie” in your life, pick up a non-stick pizza crisper ($21), a garlic peeler ($9) or The Williams-Sonoma Cookbook ($34.95) at Williams-Sonoma. (339 N. Beverly Drive)

19. Oliverio, the sleek, new restaurant and lounge at Avalon Hotel, serves up a variety of hearty grilled panini sandwiches ($14) for lunch and a selection of fresh, flavorful entrees (i.e. Scottish Salmon for $25 or Beef Short Ribs for $29) at dinnertime. (9400 W. Olympic Blvd.)

20. A gift from Coach guarantees “glee” around the Christmas tree. A mahogany “skinny C” merino wool hat ($68) or a small red patent Gramercy wallet ($98) should do the trick. (327 N. Rodeo Dr.)

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