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Father's Day Gift Ideas for the San Mateo Dad

Check out our list of gift ideas -- all under $50 -- that you can buy right here in San Mateo.

Father's Day is less than two weeks away, and that means if you haven't already bought your dad something special, it's time to get shopping.

If your father is anything like mine, he's impossible to shop for.

So we've put together a list of gift ideas for dads with a variety of interests, all that you can buy right here in San Mateo for less than $50.

Techy Dad

A set of Apple® - EarPods™ with Remote and Mic are on sale at Best Buy for $29.99. Anyone who likes music or has a cell phone can find good use for these.

Foodie Dad

If your dad likes to eat out and enjoys new restaurants, we suggest a gift certificate to 31st Union, a locally-sourced restaurant that opened in San Mateo less than a year ago.

Sporty Dad

Treat your father to a game of golf at the Poplar Creek Golf Course. Gift certificates for games are available by calling the Pro Shop at 650-522-4653. Weekend rates for twilight hours are $33, and $28 for the early AM back nine.

Comfortable Dad

Rated a top gift idea for dad and available at Brookstone in San Mateo, a pair of Men's Pressure Relieving Tempur-Pedic® Slippers are on sale for $39.99.

Travel Dad

Also at Brookstone, a Mobile Power Charger for iPhone and USB Devices would be great if your father takes a lot of business trips. The charger is available for $49.99.

Humorous Dad

This is what you get for a father who has a strong sense of humor or likes sarcasm. Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls is the newest book out by comedian and author David Sedaris, available in hardcover at Barnes and Noble in San Mateo for $16.87.

Handy Dad

Formerly known as Wisnom's Ace Hardware, Hassett Hardware -- still located at 545 First Ave. -- offers great Father's Day gift ideas, including a Mac Sports Portable Folding Hammock, on sale for $49.99.

Napa-Loving Dad

Those who love wine don't need to travel to Napa or Sonoma for a good tasting. Just west of San Mateo is ENO, the wine bar at the Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay, from which any wine-loving father will appreciate a gift certificate. Tasting fees range from $20 to $40 per person. Contact resort reservations for additional information: (650) 712-7040.

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