Gifts from the Dale

You don't have to go far to find great gifts for friends and family in and out of the 'dale this season. We've scouted the area for gifts that will resonate with Scarsdale pals as well as suggestions from selected Scarsdale stores.

Toast the holidays with cocktail napkins that say, "What Happens in Scarsdale, Stays in Scarsdale" and polish champagne flutes with dishcloths adorned with a special Scarsdale inscription that reads, "In Scarsdale we don't believe everything we hear and we don't tell everything we know." Both at La Dentelliere on East Parkway.

Candy n' Cards in Scarsdale Village has a nice array of toiletries from Michelle and chocolates all wrapped for Christmas. Stop in to pick up the perfect hostess gift.

The Eye Gallery on Spencer place invites you to come in and try on new Celine and Dior sunglasses, which make great holiday gifts! Gift certificates available too.

Local writer and Scarsdale10583.com contributor Deborah Skolnik has published a collection of hilarious satirical poems that gently poke fun at our town's most lovable quirks. Based on her smash-hit Facebook page, which has attracted more than 700 followers, 100 Days of Gentle Scarsdale Satire is a surefire hit with not only native Scarsdalians, but anyone who appreciates a good laugh. Available on Amazon for $24.95 plus shipping, but Scarsdale residents can buy the book for just $19.95 with free delivery--send your name and phone number to Deborah Skolnik at gentlescarsdalesatire@gmail.com.

You'll find loads of candy and chocolates in all shapes and size, as well as plush pants, pillows, and these Scarsdale socks at Imagine Candy on Harwood Court. Stop by for free candy tastings on Fridays and Saturdays.

Zachys recommends:
For the wine lover: Piper Heidsieck Brut NV Limited Edition Light Box. Piper Heidsieck is the underrated superstar of Champagne and this features the best holiday packaging ever. On sale for $39.99.
For the spirits lover: Widow Jane Straight Bourbon Whisky, from nearby Brooklyn! You heard us right, Kentucky Bourbon from Brooklyn. $68.99.

What better way to say merry, merry than with a contribution to your favorite local organization. There are so many worthwhile groups in town that rely on your support. Keep in mind the Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps, the Scarsdale High School PTA Scholarship Fund, the Scarsdale Adult School, the Campaign for the Scarsdale Library, the Friends of the Scarsdale Parks and Scarsdale Family Counseling to name a few.

Shop at Presents For Purpose and they will contribute 15% of sales to the Center @ 862, (formerly the Teen Center.)  Find housewares, stationary, and artisan chocolates, along with a wide array of personalized items.

At the Golden Horseshoe:

All Good Things offers Gingerbread House Construction Kits with candy, marshmallows, gumdrops and icing, Build it there or bring it home. Priced at under $25. Also find the largest jelly belly collection in New York and candy to please everyone on your list.

Beginnings Boutique: This one-size fits all poncho comes in cream, espresso, grey, and black: $107 each.
For the animal lover in your life, consider these necklaces from Knot Just Pearls priced at $180, each original piece is made by hand, using natural stones.

Eye Q Optometrists is selling OYO boxes, terrific to store multiple pairs of eyeglasses and sunglasses. They come in many colors and wood finishes and retail from $250 to $300.

Infinity is stocked with great gifts for kids, tweens and teens. Check out their pajamas, pillows, robes, journals, hats, gloves, jewelry, clothes, Malibu sugar bath soaps, cool socks and headbands.

MYX Fitness at the Golden Horseshoe invites you to give the gift of sweat! Treat yourself or a friend to a 3-pack of MYX FITNESS classes for $89, and also consider gifting their tanks, tees and sweatshirts.