Shopping: Hip Hanukkah Gifts

This year, Hanukkah is from December 6-14! Prepare to celebrate the festival of lights this season with our picks for one-of-a-kind Hanukkah gifts. Each item on our Hanukkah list puts a fresh new spin on the l holiday while also staying true to its traditional values. From dreidels to sweaters, our list has great options for gifts (for all ages) and to pick up to add some Hanukkah cheer to your own home.

Pottery Barn Kids Play Menorah
Help your child count down to their first Hanukkah with this easy-to-use wooden menorah. Avoid the hassle of matches and have your child “light” each candle by rotating the wooden flame. The menorah is durable and perfect for little ones with its pale blue color and wooden frame. $34, potterybarnkids.com
Menorasaur: Apatosaurus by Lisa Pierce from the Jewish Museum Shop
Plan a trip to the Jewish Museum and bring home a Menorasaur from the gift shop! The unique take on the classic menorah is sure to entertain children throughout the holiday season and add funk to any room. Each dinosaur shape is made from repurposed plastic toys, metal candle cups, and clay. $90 for members, $100 for non-members; thejewishmuseum.org
Land of Nod Spin Along Dreidel (Alligator)
Celebrate Hanukkah with this one-of-a-kind dreidel from the Land of Nod. The cute alligator illustration puts a fun spin on the classic children’s game. You can give the special dreidel to your youngster or to extended relatives. Each dreidel is handcrafted and hand-painted by artist Suzy Ultman who specializes in holiday ornaments and décor. $4.95, landofnod.com
Gelt Fiend Little Yids Hanukkah Footie Onesie Pajama
Help your little one stay warm this season with a Hanukkah onesie from Gelt Fiend. Each onesie uses a clever combination of dreidels and menorahs to create a fun design. The onesie is blue and gold with metal snap closures. It is the perfect gift for a baby’s first Hanukkah and is ideal for ages 3-24 months. $28, geltfiend.com
Gelt Fiend Men's Candleschtick Menorah-print Pullover Sweater in Navy
Help the man in your life celebrate Hanukkah with this unique sweater from Gelt Fiend. The blue and orange ski sweater uses menorahs to make a funky design. The sweater is a perfect gift that can be used long after the holiday is over. It comes in sizes small to XX-Large. $49, geltfiend.com
Mouth Kosher Goodies
Send your friends and family members a yummy surprise this holiday season with a taster from Mouth--the locally-based artisan food curators. Each taster consists of Kosher goodies that will satisfy any sweet tooth for all eight nights of Hanukkah (and beyond). There is a Cacao Prieto fruit and nut dark chocolate bar, Tagalong cookies, passionfruit hard candies, honey, a granola bar, salmon jerky, crackers made from pizza dough, and spicy garlic and dill pickles. $73, mouth.com
Williams-Sonoma Hanukah Cookie Cutter Set on Ring
The holiday season also means holiday baking. Make the perfect Hanukkah-themed cookies this year with this cookie cutter set. Each set includes three cookie cutters in the shape of a menorah, the Star of David, a and dreidel. The dreidel cutter can also cut out a gimel. The cutters are stainless steel and come in a set of three. $10.95, williams-sonoma.com
Dylan's Candy Bar Hanukkah Potato Latke Bar
You might even be tempted to skip the latkes this season and share this unique treat with friends and family. The special Hanukkah chocolate bar from NYC's own Dylan’s Candy Bar features a combination of milk chocolate and potato chips, making it a much sweeter version of the classic latke. Treat yourself and your family to eight bars for each night of the holiday. $3.25. dylanscandybar.com
Crate & Barrel Dreidel Glass Tumbler
Help you family get into the Hanukkah spirit with this glass tumbler from Crate & Barrel. The festive dreidel design is in the traditional colors of the holiday. Whether you are drinking orange juice in the morning or serving drinks at a party, this glass is sure to satisfy you and your guests. $3.50, crateandbarrel.com
Jonathan Adler Ceramic Elephant Menorah
Johnathan Adler put a modern and unique twist on the classic Hanukkah menorah with his ceramic elephant. This piece is the perfect addition to your Hanukkah collection or your friends'. Either way, you will celebrate Hanukkah in style. Each Elephant Menorah is crafted from high-fired in stoneware for durability. $128, johnathanadler.com
Mark & Graham Silver Hanukkah Platter
Spruce up holiday parties with this silver Hanukkah platter decorated with the Star of David. It's the perfect gift or addition to any party. The platter is large enough to hold all of the sweets that make Hanukkah special. $99, markandgraham.com
Dear Hancock Polka-Dotted Menorah Card from Anthropologie
Send holiday cheer to family and friends that won’t be able to spend Hanukkah with you. This card from Dear Hancock (and available at Anthropologie) uses the classic Hanukkah color scheme, but decorates its’ menorah with polka dots. It is the perfect outlet to send family photos. $6, anthropologie.com

Brooklyn Robot Foundry - Virtual Classes

Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super fun online robot-building classes for children 2-13 years old!&nbsp;&nbsp;Each week, students are introduced to new engineering concepts and components while building that day&rsquo;s robot in their own &ldquo;workshop&rdquo;.&nbsp;&nbsp;All classes maintain a very low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for plenty of individualized instruction and socializing. The supplies are shipped in advance and classes are led by amazing instructors, taking all the pressure off parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Foundry&rsquo;s main focus however, is that kids have fun, get creative, and enjoy being part of this STEAM-loving community!&nbsp;

Athletic Association of Yorkville Youths

Serving the families and children of NYC for over 50 years with high-quality recreational activities that foster life-lessons which empower young people to succeed beyond sports. Our programs encourage positive attitudes and growth through teamwork and sportsmanship, attendance, fair play, respect, hard work, integrity and fun. Your child can participate in clinics and leagues in such sports as baseball, basketball, flag-football, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, wrestling, track, and tennis. We also offer weekly dodgeball tournaments, drama and musical theater workshops, and after school programs.

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Looking for something to do with the kids in New York City that is fun, exciting, and educational? The Intrepid Museum offers family-friendly activities and programs all year long that keep children engaged, entertained, and curious about history and science. Fun rain or shine, the Museum offers both indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits and activities. With so many things to do and see, you&rsquo;ll never hear &ldquo;I&rsquo;m bored,&rdquo; when you climb aboard Intrepid. A non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world&rsquo;s fastest jets and a guided missile submarine.