FOR THE ART LOVER
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Stag Art
71 Clinton Street, Suite 1; (212) 995-0812
Vivid abstract oil paintings, archeologically inspired sculptures, and digitally printed photographs by American and international artists (from $350 to $10,200) are among the objets d'art at this Lower East Side gallery.
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World Trade Art Gallery
74 Trinity Place; (212) 619-5241
Impressionist paintings of the New York Stock Exchange and lithographs of Wall Street scenes are among the pieces you'll find at this art gallery and custom-framing shop near Trinity Church. Call or visit for prices.
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FOR THE ASPIRING SOMMELIER
The French Culinary Institute
462 Broadway; (888) FCI-CHEF
For a generous gift that will last a lifetime, sign your father up for the institute's wine and food pairing course ($895), Great Wine and Food Made Simple, where Andrea Immer, one of the world's top female sommeliers, will teach students to pair seasonal, classical, and cutting-edge flavors in food and wine by training, and trusting, their taste through "wine by immersion." The course meets Mondays for eight weeks beginning September 15.
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Soho Wine & Spirits
461 West Broadway; (212) 777-4332
From Alsace to South America, red burgundy to Riesling, find your dad's favorite wine at a favorable price (starting at $5). Ask for specials on cases.
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FOR THE CIGAR AFICIONADO
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Quisqueyana Cigars
165 Church Street; (212) 791-7394
He may not be able to light up in any New York City bars or restaurants, but that doesn't mean your dad can't enjoy a nice handmade cigar from the Dominican Republic in the pleasure of his own home.
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Wall Street Humidor Corporation
18 Warren Street; (212) 962-4427
Discover a variety of high quality cigars, such as the Opus X ($15 to $25) and Padron Anniversary ($15 to $21), along with the hardwood humidors lined with Spanish cedar ($49 to $3,000) at this cigar shop near City Hall.
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FOR THE GOLFER
Body Balance for Performance
40 Exchange Place, Suite 1414; (212) 425-1295
This customized "golf health and fitness training program" is for the serious and dedicated golfer. Help your dad achieve greater accuracy and consistency, a lower handicap, and more confidence, power, and distance in his golf game -- and you're sure to make him a happier man. Call for costs.
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The World of Golf
189 Broadway; (212) 385-1246
From the perfect tee ($4.95) and Golf for Dummies ($19.95) to a sleek Hawk Eye VFT graphite iron ($1,299), find gifts to please any level player.
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FOR THE HANDYMAN
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Dick's Hardware
205 Pearl Street; (212) 425-1070
Upgrade your dad's tool set with a gift that makes his life easier: the essential cordless screwdriver ($25).
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Whitehall Hardware
88 Greenwich Street; (212) 269-2698
However clichéd, lots of fathers love a good set of tools. This hardware haven carries tools from $2 to $200 -- so you can assemble the perfect set to please your do-it-yourself dad.
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FOR THE NATURE ENTHUSIAST
The Evolution Store
120 Spring Street; (800) 952-3195
You may think you've stepped into a Flintstones bazaar when you visit this eclectic store where you can find a sabertooth cat tooth ($40), museum-quality fossil hominid replicas (from $89), and other unique gifts for prehistoric prices.
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Mariposa Butterfly Gallery
South Street Seaport, Pier 17; (212) 233-3211
For the man who treasures unusual pieces, this gallery offers real butterflies from all over the world. They've been encased in clear and freestanding Lucite panels by Marshall Hill, one of the most famous artists to work in this medium. Call or visit for prices.
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FOR THE SPORTS FAN
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Executive Sports Fan
75 Maiden Lane, 12th floor; (212) 405-1870
From a vintage wool New York Giants pennant ($34.95) to a baseball hand-signed by Yankee great Joe DiMaggio ($599), this sports-memorabilia Mecca in the heart of the financial district offers treasures for the baseball, basketball, boxing, football, golf, and hockey fanatic. To purchase a gift certificate ($25 to $500), call the JumpSTART Lower Manhattan Gift Program at (646) 344-7248.
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Lids
South Street Seaport, Pier 17; (212) 571-1252
Choose from hundreds of sport caps featuring major-league and NCAA teams, or create a special customized cap for your dad based on his interests ($14 and up).
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FOR THE ASPIRING BOXER
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Church Street Boxing Gym
25 Park Place; (212) 571-1333
Whether your father aspires to be like Muhammad Ali or just wants to get in shape, this introductory boxing course, which meets twice per week for four weeks, is a great non-contact way to get started. To purchase a certificate, call the JumpSTART Lower Manhattan Gift Program at (646) 344-7248.
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Waterfront Boxing Club
44 New Street, Third Floor; (212) 344-5656
Sign your dad up for an introductory course ($199), two classes a week for four weeks, to learn the fundamentals of boxing and conditioning at this club right out of Rocky.
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FOR EVERY MAN
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Antonella's Barber Shop
8 Beekman Street; (212) 233-1830
Who needs a spa? Treat your dad to the old-style salon treatment: There's nothing like a steaming hot towel followed by a lathering of shaving cream and a deft razor stroke to make a man feel brand-new ($15).
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Samuel's Hats
74 Nassau Street; (212) 513-7322
There are a few less hairs on old Dad's head since the last time you saw him. Top him off in style with a Kangol cap ($30 and up) or a Panama hat ($69 and up).
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