for seasoned adults

at Annie's Blue Ribbon General Store

Here is everything needed for delightful correspondence between generations. The box includes four back and forth correspondence flat cards, four unique letterhead sheets, and eight envelopes. From Annie’s Blue Ribbon General Store, woman owned and operated in Brooklyn, NY, since 2007. Curator: Laural

at Eureka Puzzles

For fans of fans, this 80-peice puzzle is handmade in France and arrives in a luxury box. This fan was created for the universal exhibition of 1889, as a souvenir. It consists of a wooden frame and a leaf painted by hand in gouache. Curator: Phyllis  

at Angie Grace

This best selling coloring book artist invites you to relax and explore the intricate and exquisite world of circular whimsical art. Curator: Phyllis 

at Amazon  

Fans of the show will love this Midge Maisel inspired version of the classic game. Just like Midge, players seek fame and fortune during 1950's New York City. Maybe you’ll get married, have kids, buy a dream apartment, go to family camp in the Catskills, play the clubs and make it as a stand-up comic. Then again, maybe you won’t. For 6 players, Age 14 and up. Curator: Laural  

at Writer’s Block Bookstore

In April 2015, Archbishop Tutu traveled to the Dalai Lama's home to celebrate His Holiness' eightieth birthday and to create what they hoped would be a gift for others. They looked back on their long lives to answer a single burning question: How do we find joy in the face of life's inevitable suffering? The gift is this book. Curator: Tina

at Nervous System

Agate is a jigsaw puzzle inspired by the formation of agates, a colorful banded stone. Each crystal-themed puzzle includes about 180 pieces made of birch. These complex pieces of art are wickedly complex. Curator: Phyllis

at Studio M

Art fuels everything they do at the family owned Studio M company. Their goal is to make artwork a part of everyday life and their talented artists create remarkable home and garden products designed to inspire creativity and personal expression. They are a wonderful source for gifts for the art-inspired gardener and their Lennon/McCartney inspired Lyric Collection is truly unique. This 3' art pole is just one example of their many colorful creations. Curator: Laural

at EcoPrintingMagic

These one-of-a-kind pieces of art are designed using only natural materials and a special formula: art+science+nature=magic. Artist Irina uses a process called Ecoprinting, creating these silk treasures by using the natural colors and tannins of leaves, flowers, and weeds. 

Irina's paintings on paper and canvas are also available. Visit ArtworkByIrina.   

Thanks to contributor Julie in Maitland FL!

at Little More (must pay with Paypal, or can find on Amazon)

"Life is a game, where the player must appear ridiculous." Per The Dowager Countess, this is a valuable lesson to learn while finding out which valuable object has been stolen. Mr. Carson needs help to solve the mystery! Curator: Phyllis    

at Magic Beans

Here's a perfect game for wordsmiths to play alone or with a small group. The smooth tiles make for a tactile as well as an addictive experience. Curator: Phyllis 

at MasterClass Online

Buy a one-year pass to thousands of lessons from "85+ of the world's best minds" as they share their stories, skills, shortcuts, failures and successes. Curator: Phyllis

at Turned Pen Designs  

This unique mechanical pencil was hand crafted out of rosewood. A rock-hard cyanoacrilate glue finish will protect your pencil from wear and tear, water, and scratches for decades to come. Understated black hardware beautifully complements the glossy wood. A one-of-a-kind rare find! Curator: Phyllis  

at RowDivir

Perfectly weighted floating table for cards or mahjong. With beverage holders!  Curator: Phyllis  

at Fat Brain Toys

This eco-friendly model will make you fall in love with arts and crafts. It takes time and patience, but you’ll feel greatly fulfilled once you finish it. You can paint, assemble, stitch and even architect in this lovely wooden suite. The kit includes step-by-step instructions, brush, LED light and all accessories. Curator: Phyllis

at Road Scholar

The perfect learning adventure awaits online, in your community or across the world. With friends, grandchildren or solo, you can find an adventure behind the scenes at a five-star restaurant or on learning expeditions to more than 150 countries. Curator: Phyllis

at Third Place Books

Enjoy 100 of the best essays from the popular public radio program BirdNote accompanied by beautiful, original illustrations. In their two-minute show every day, BirdNote tells vivid, sound-rich stories about birds and the challenges they face. Available on the air through local Public Radio stations, via podcast and online at BirdNote.org, the program inspires listeners all over North America to value our avian friends and the environment we share. Curator: Laural

at Viva Terra

This naturally smooth surface relieves stress in your feet.  It can be used as a bath mat outside of the shower. No two are alike. Curator: Phyllis

at Passion Planner

GIVES BACK

Named "the best planner for the activist," the Passion Planner not only helps you keep track of your projects, it offers a “passion roadmap” that can help you visually see your dreams on a micro and macro level. Grateful for its Kickstarter support, the Passion Planner team created a Get One, Give One Program, donating to efforts ranging from mental health awareness to education for underserved youth. Curator: Tina

at Craft A Brew

Lift your spirits! This kit includes juniper berries and curated botanicals to handcraft your own small batch gin in just 2 days. Kits also available for beer, wine, cider, hard seltzer and kombucha. Curator: Phyllis

at Viva Terra

Sari material has been re-purposed into a colorful multi-purpose pouf that can be used for meditation, casual seating or a pet lounger.  Curator: Phyllis 

at Uncommon Goods

Enjoy an aromatic happy hour with this simple grow kit, offering seeds for all the fixings for a flavorful cocktail including thyme, lavender, Thai basil, mint, lemon balm, and blue borage. Curator: Phyllis 

by Lilith Regan

at Papercuts

This collection of quotes by the  author of the Ladies No. 1 Detective Agency and other  gems is sure to please.  Curator: Phyllis 

at Eureka Puzzles

Travel back to Victorian England and join master detective Sherlock Holmes in 200 intriguing adventures written especially for this game. 

Deluxe version includes newly designed game board, metal tokens, and 20 brand new cases to solve. For 2-6 players, ages 12+.  Curator: Phyllis

at The Silver Room  

Little puzzle thing® jigsaws are miniature puzzles that can be completed in twenty minutes or less. Reward your mind with some off-screen time. Each series is a timed edition, printed in limited quantities. Act fast before they get eaten up! Curator: Phyllis   

at AsYouWishGallery

This high quality antiqued silver purse hook is adorned with an antiqued silver tree of life which sets on an antiqued bronze bezel. The foldable hook attaches to a table, has a magnetic closure with an anti-slip backing, holds up to 15 pounds safely, and keeps your valuables next to you and off the floor. An awesome yet practical way to hang your purse. Curator: Phyllis

at Ecovibe

GIVES BACK

The bent wood handle, durable resin base, and hidden travel umbrella hook, makes this modern umbrella stand great solution for your wet-weather organizing needs. The folks at Ecovibe are focused on the environment, sustainable products and ethical practices. They donate 1% of all online sales to local 1% For The Planet members. Curator: Laural 

by Marni Jameson

at Writer's Block Bookstore

What better time than now to work on simplifying your surroundings? If you need a bit of practical advice with a touch of humor, grab the popular “Downsizing the Family Home” by Marni Jameson. A companion workbook is also available. Curator: Lisa 

at Birch Lane

This classic game is fun and easy to play with kids of all ages. Beautiful solid wood construction makes this high quality set a decorative and durable way to bring the whole family together.  Curator: Phyllis

at Staples (sorry)

Premiertek Retro handset with a soft-touch texture allows you to adjust volume and comes with talk/hangup button. Beats talking into a box! Curator: Phyllis

at REDFORA

GIVES BACK 

Whether you want to be prepared for a highway breakdown or want to have the emergency essentials available in case of wildfire, earthquake, flood, power outage or tornado, these kits provide a terrific option. Contained in an easy-to-grab backpack, the kits can be customized for 1 to 6 people, and provide top quality essentials to keep you safe, warm and fed. Part of every purchase goes straight to making a difference for someone in need. Curator: Laural  

at Cubii

GIVES BACK 

Add more strides to your day, burn calories, and boost energy — all while you sit. Cubii JR, with it's compact, ergonomic and whisper-quiet design, fits under a desk and is adaptable to all fitness levels. Whether for the office, home or for physical therapy, Cubii JR makes wellness approachable for all ages, abilities, and lifestyles. Cubii gives back through their donation and Cubiithon programs. Curator: Laural    

at National Gallery of Art

Help an interest in birds take flight as young players delight in this fun and educational memory game that matches pairs of beautifully illustrated birds from around the world. To play, place cards face down, try to remember where the match is located, and collect the most pairs to win. For ages 6+. Curator: Laural