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Dad's (Day) in New York

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Father's Day seems to play second fiddle to Mother's Day, maybe because of that whole mom-birthed-you-and-dad-was-just-there thing. But, dad deserves a tie just like mom deserves a bouquet of flowers. Time is running out, so if you're planning to take dad out in New York, buy him something outrageously expensive, or go the handmade route, get crackin'!

Crochet Baseball Cozy

Doesn’t dad want a baseball beer cozy? Ultra-masculine!

The Sports-Loving Dad

Does your dad love outside sports? (Notice that I wrote “outside”...channel-surfing and beer pong do NOT count). Whether it’s baseball, golf, or event a visit to the new Sports Museum, New York has got you covered.

Chelsea Piers Golf Club

Chelsea Piers Pier 59, New York, NY 10001

Since Manhattan is a little on the sardine-side, the Golf Club at Chelsea Piers is not a golf course, but a driving range. Still, it looks out onto the Hudson and on the day before Father’s Day, a Nerf Football Throwdown is scheduled. Guess who’s going to be there? The Manning family!

Since Manhattan is a little on the sardine-side, the Golf Club at Chelsea Piers is not a golf course, but a driving range. Still, it looks out onto the Hudson and on the day before Father’s Day, a Nerf Football Throwdown is scheduled. Guess who’s going to be there? The Manning family!

Hand in a Bucket of Golf Balls

Sports Museum of America

26 Broadway, New York, NY 10004

It’s the first museum in the country solely devoted to sports! Yay! It’s also $27 a pop! Boo. But, dad will appreciate it knowing that you are spending as much as a decent dinner would cost.

It’s the first museum in the country solely devoted to sports! Yay! It’s also $27 a pop! Boo. But, dad will appreciate it knowing that you are spending as much as a decent dinner would cost.

Yankee Stadium

River Avenue & 161, Bronx, NY 10451

The House that Ruth Built will be no more at the end of baseball season, so this Father’s Day is the LAST one you can celebrate by buying tickets to a game there. Too bad they are in next to last place.

The House that Ruth Built will be no more at the end of baseball season, so this Father’s Day is the LAST one you can celebrate by buying tickets to a game there. Too bad they are in next to last place.

Buy Yankees Tickets

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Hopefully this dude won’t be at Shea Stadium!

Shea Stadium

12601 Roosevelt Avenue, Flushing, NY 11368

Just like Yankee Stadium, Shea will be staring down a wrecking ball come fall. The Mets showed a lot of promise last year before blowing it all, and they are struggling thus far, but ball games are almost always fun in my mind because you have an excuse to eat badly, scream loudly, and buy useless souvenirs.

Just like Yankee Stadium, Shea will be staring down a wrecking ball come fall. The Mets showed a lot of promise last year before blowing it all, and they are struggling thus far, but ball games are almost always fun in my mind because you have an excuse to eat badly, scream loudly, and buy useless souvenirs.

Buy Mets Tickets

The Gift Card Dad

Your father is impossible to buy for, so with the wonderful invention of the gift card, your stress is kept at bay and your dad is happy. But because gift cards are a little impersonal, add something personal. Make a card like the one at the top of this guide! These shirt-and-tie cards are super easy to make, and you can use any paper you have lying around. And, you know, it’s fun to pretend you’re in elementary school again with a handmade card and all.

Learn How to Make the Card!

Where to Buy for and/or Take Dad

 

The Fine Dining, Drinking and Cigar-Smoking Dad

So, your dad, ahem, Father, is into classier things such as brandy, scotch, cigars, caviar, and the like. Not a problem! New York caters to those who prefer the so-called finer things in life. Just remember that YOU will be picking up the tab, and it won’t be cheap.

Brandy Library Lounge

25 N Moore St, New York, NY 10013

This is the real deal: extensive list of brandy, scotch and other liquors, and leather couches to further class up the joint. Drinks are strong, so this would be the time to get dad “comfortable” and ask him all those questions about his adolescence and college years that he normally avoids.

This is the real deal: extensive list of brandy, scotch and other liquors, and leather couches to further class up the joint. Drinks are strong, so this would be the time to get dad “comfortable” and ask him all those questions about his adolescence and college years that he normally avoids.

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Martini time!

Russian Vodka Room

265 W 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019

Not to be confused with the nearby Russian Tea Room, take dad here if he’s the vodka and caviar type. I have personally never tried the latter, but in terms of the former, don’t expect the crappy stuff of frat boy bars. Um, that’s a good thing!

Not to be confused with the nearby Russian Tea Room, take dad here if he’s the vodka and caviar type. I have personally never tried the latter, but in terms of the former, don’t expect the crappy stuff of frat boy bars. Um, that’s a good thing!

Grand Havana Room New York Inc

666 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10103

My Ghostly Friend

Inside Nat Sherman’s.

Nat Sherman Inc

12 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017

Most people think of Nat Sherman’s as merely a smoke shop, but there is also The Johnson Club Room to be experienced. The hours are very limited (closed Sundays and only opened till 7 or 8 pm most days), but it’s an elegant and intimate room to puff away in.

Most people think of Nat Sherman’s as merely a smoke shop, but there is also The Johnson Club Room to be experienced. The hours are very limited (closed Sundays and only opened till 7 or 8 pm most days), but it’s an elegant and intimate room to puff away in.

The I-Want-A-Gift Dad

Dad not in town for Father’s Day? No matter…buy him something at one of these New York establishments and get credit for acknowledging the holiday!

Bergdorf Goodman Inc

New York, NY 10019

Thomas Pink

New York, NY 10048

Fancy pants! Or rather shirts and ties. Buy dad a gift certificate if you can’t decide AND if you want him to visit you in New York at some point, of course.

Fancy pants! Or rather shirts and ties. Buy dad a gift certificate if you can’t decide AND if you want him to visit you in New York at some point, of course.

Barker Black Ltd

198 Elizabeth St, New York, NY 10012

A little old-school, a little subversive, this Little Italy spot should meet your shoe and ties needs.

A little old-school, a little subversive, this Little Italy spot should meet your shoe and ties needs.

Anyone for Guinness?

Dog not included.

Etsy's Father's Day Showcases

Every day Etsy (the site for all things handmade) has a new Father’s Day showcase with 12 sellers and their items featured. How about some Guinness Beer Soap? Hand-sewn “Explosive” boxers? Ceramic cuff links?

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