Jewish Life Gift guide Facebook Twitter Email SMS WhatsApp Share By J. Correspondent | November 23, 2004 Art Art-Accessories.com (877) 278-2223 www.art-accessories.com We are an eclectic online gallery featuring fine crafts and unique gifts. Our collection includes a wide variety of beautiful hand blown glass, colorful ceramics, unusual metal, mixed media, and Judaic art. The Contemporary Jewish Museum 121 Steuart Street (Gallery Location) San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 344-8880 www.thecjm.org The CJM presents exhibitions and programs that explore Jewish culture, history, art and ideas, communicating vibrant concepts that tie to the past and remain relevant to all people today. Give the gift of a museum membership for Chanukah this year! DetailsArt.com (877) ART-KART (734) 222-9093 www.detailsart.com DetailsArt.com features a great selection of Judaica including Menorahs, Mezuzahs and Jewish children’s games. Unique & Functional Gifts for all of your holiday gift giving needs. JewishTile.com (800) 362-7487 www.jewishtile.com Contact: Len Goodman Unique, hand-painted Jewish Art, Tiles & Murals in bright, glossy glazes by American & Israeli Artists. Perfect gifts for Wall or Tabletop. Made in Santa Fe, N.M. Beverages, etc. Liquor, Tobacco & More 1283 S. Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 245-1488 (408) 245-0294 www.smokerschoice.net Extensive selection of Kosher and Israeli wine and liquor. Wine tasting. Beverage catering for all occasions. Walk-in humidor and an excellent selection of cigars. Books Patio Escapes/Kahn Publishing P.O. Box 210330 San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 752-9512 [email protected] Contact:Judith Kahn Written by Bay Area author, Judith Kahn, this 111-page book features a comprehensive sampling of al fresco (outside) dining throughout the San Francisco Bay Area region and Wine Country. Sarah and David Publications (201) 227-6161 www.sarahdavid.com The fabulous, funny Aleph Bet Story teaches Hebrew letters in an exciting new way. Corners, curves, toes and tails? Sarah and David can’t wait to take you through their adventures one letter at a time. Stacey’s Bookstores 581 Market Street San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 421-4687 http://www.staceys.com Celebrating over 80 years of independent book selling. Offering a selection of general-interest titles, used and bargain books as well as business, computer and medical books. Food David’s Cookies (800) 217-2938 www.davidscookies.com Select from an array of freshly baked cookies, brownies, crumb cakes, ruggalach, gift baskets, frozen dough, and more. Free Shipping, complimentary gift messages, Kosher certified! Enter code JWEEKLY for 10% discount on orders of $29.99 or more. Kosher Cornucopia, Ltd. (800) 756-7437 www.koshercornucopia.com Largest Mail order catalog in USA for Jewish Theme Baskets & Gourmet Gifts. Chanukah, Corporate, All Holidays & Special Occasions. Gifts in Israel. Free Catalog. KosherBison.com (720) 554-9516 www.kosherbison.com The highest quality glatt kosher bison (buffalo) meat products available anywhere. Naturally raised without hormones or antibiotics. Delivered fresh to your door. Westside Organics (866) ALL ORGANIC, 255-6742 www.westsideorganics.com Westside Organics delivers fresh, in-season, organic produce, organic dairy products, organic meats, and 500 additional organic items to your home. FREE DELIVERY! Gifts for Children Education Incorporated (888) 377-2456 www.educationincorporated.com Education Incorporated is about Smart Fun. We create terrific products that bring families together to play and learn. The whole family will want to play our Chanukah Fun games again and again. Pokkadots.com (800) 551-7179 www.pokkadots.com Pokkadots.com is stylish fun for Moms and Little Ones! A hip urban boutique right in your own home. Voted Forbes Best of the Web for Baby Shopping Sites! Enter JNEWS for 10% discount at time of checkout. Gifts & Judaica Afikomen 3042 Claremont Avenue Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 655-1977 Contact: Jerry Derblich Everything Chanukah, tallitot, imprinted kippot, ketubot, wedding rings, chuppah rental, adult and children’s books, jewelry, music, haggadot, sterling silver and gift registry. bob & bob 151 Forest Avenue Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 329-9050 Contacts: Ellen Bob, Shirley Bob Fine Jewish gifts, crafts, and books. Featuring hundreds of menorahs, thousands of candles and dreidels, Chanukah books, tapes, partyware, and decorations. Lots of ideas for gift giving as well. Open Sunday-Friday in downtown Palo Alto. Congregation Emanu-el Gift Shop 2 Lake Street, at Arguello San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-2535 Contact: Mattie Large selection of Menorahs, Children’s books and games, dreidels, gelt, hostess gifts, decorations, Chanukah music, and paper goods. Open 10 AM-4 PM Monday through Friday Nov.28-Dec.17 Dayenu 3220 California Street San Francisco, CA 94118 (415)563-6563 [email protected] Books, music, art, cards, jewelry. Highlighting local and Israeli artists. Gifts for wedding, new baby, b’nai mitzvah, birthday, retirement, etc. Open Sunday through Friday. The Desk Set 3252 Sacramento St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 921-9575 Contact: Barbara Silverman Offering fine stationary, invitations for all occasions, in-house printing, with personalized service. Desk accessories and gifts. Jerusalem Red String.com www.jerusalemredstring.com Fax: (516) 295-7405 Traditionally Jerusalem Red String bracelets are worn to protect from harm and bring good fortune. Choose to wear many gold, sterling or original style bracelets to enhance your fashion statement. Make Great Chanukah Gifts! Just For Fun & Scribbledoodles 3982 24th Street San Francisco, CA (415) 285-4068 Offering a unique collection of cards, gifts and personalized social stationery, we carry everything for your holiday needs including a large and interesting selection of menorahs, candles and dreidels. Meshek 1838 Tice Valley Blvd. 2E Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 935-1300 Contact: John Hessler The Diablo Valley’s finest Jewish gifts for the holidays and all year. Come and take a look. Rotem Israel (562) 508-4178 www.rotem.net Contact: David Mann Go shopping for Judaica, Chanukah items, Jewish gifts and art, jewelry, Mezuzahs, Kidush cups, Hamsas and Shabbat items all crafted by Israeli artists. Health & Beauty KosherVitamins.com (800) 645-1899 www.koshervitamins.com We offer brand name Kosher Vitamins. Choose from Maxi Health, Freeda, Solgar, Landau, and many more from 20-40% OFF. Plus FREE SHIPPING for orders over $100 (USA only). Home Down Etc., LLC 228 Townsend Street San Francisco, CA 94107 (415) 348-0084 Contact: Michael Garb Down Etc.’s boutique store offers the finest white goose down pillows, comforters, feather beds and decorative pillows for a great night’s sleep! Please stop by our boutique for holiday tea. Restaurant Max’s Opera Cafe 601 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 771-7300, (650) 873-6297 Locations throughout the Bay Area. New York-style restaurant and deli. Platter catering and gift certificates available for Chanukah and all occasions. Max’s Law: This restaurant is run for the enjoyment and pleasure of our customers. Subscriptions J. the Jewish news weekly of Northern California 225 Bush Street, Suite 1480 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 263-7200 x24 Fax: (415) 263-7222 Bay Area’s only weekly Jewish publication. Local, national and international events, with analyses of trends in the Jewish community. Special Chanukah rate:,$25 Theater Marin Theatre Company 397 Miller Ave. Mill Valley, CA 94941 (415) 388-5208 www.marintheatre.org Give the gift of live theatre with gift certificates to MTC. Upcoming plays: Fortune by Deborah Zoe Laufer (The Last Schwartz), Bus Stop by William Inge and Running with Scissors by Michael McKeever. J. Correspondent Also On J. Our Crowd Honors, happenings, opportunities, comings & goings — March 2023 Torah In Moses’ self-doubt, a great lesson in humility Politics With retirement on the horizon, a look at Dianne Feinstein’s Jewish legacy Obituaries Death announcements for the week of March 31, 2023 Subscribe to our Newsletter Enter Email Sign Up