Gift suggestions for dad’s very own day

Father’s

Day is the perfect time to treat that special dad in your life to something unique, new or tried and true — just like him. Here are some suggestions we love!

For those who fidget

Give dad a gift that is creative, stimulating and fun. The Shashibo Shape Shifting fidget cube will keep him happily enterained anywhere while it also helps to relieve stress. It features 36 rare earth magnets for an innovative design that transforms into over 70 shapes. It fits comfortably in the hand for hours of brain teasing activity.

Durably constructed of premium injection-mold plastic, it has a matte or high-gloss surface. Each magnetic puzzle features four unique patterns of vibrant artwork, that come into view as you twist and turn the pieces. With the strong internal magnet system the fidget puzzle boxes, can connect with multiple magnetic cubes to build even larger structures and sculptures.

Choose from 12 different captivating designs to create this 3-D art. Get him started with one and before you know it, he’ll be collecting more. $25; available at amazon.com.

Free the memories

Inspire your special guy to get the saved photos off his cell phone and into his life with Brookstone Photo Share Friends and Family Smart Frame. The digital, black wood picture frame can be wall mounted or set on a table or counterop, replacing the clutter of framed pictures. The Internal memory holds over 5,000 high-resolution photos and images that are vivid on the 10.1-inch high definition LED touchscreen display. The built-in light sensor automatically adjusts screen brightness to match lighting in the room and the auto-rotate feature allows the frame to be displayed in landscape or portrait mode.

In additon to personal viewing, instantly share memories with friends and family, from anywhere in the world. Using the free PhotoShare Frame app (iOS and Android), up to 50 photos at a time can be sent to up to 10 different frames at once, making it easy to share the latest photos of the grandkids or vacation pics. Or use the smart frame to send photos through e-mail, Facebook or Google. $149.99; available at Best Buy.

Ginger in a bottle

This Father’s Day try giving the gift of a new taste treat: ginger beer. While this drink is most noted for use in drinks such as the Dark and Stormy or a Moscow Mule, ginger beer by itself is a tasty thirst quencher without the alcohol and has the added benefit of ginger’s settling effect on digestion. Originally, ginger beer did contain alcohol, but today most commercial products are not alcoholic.

The beverage is less sweet than ginger ale, has more ginger taste and is more sparkling than carbonated.

A chilled 12-ounce botte of Trader Joe’s Ginger Beer is a popular choice, especially during the warm weather months. It’s made with ginger, lime, and lemon juices, sugar and ginger extract for a zingy but not overpowering flavor. And, dad also has the option of combining with alcohol to mix up a batch of specialty cocktails. $3.99 for a four-pack at Trader Joe’s.

Rollin’, rollin’, rollin’

Men and duffle bags are a natural match, whether the bag is used for sports gear, travel or new adventures. L.L. Bean offers a super combo with its Adventure Rolling Duffle Bag. The rugged bag has padded grab handles to carry it like a duffle, as well as a telescoping handle and Smooth-Glide wheels for easy maneuvering for rolling. The interior toboggan bottom forms a rigid platform to prevent sagging or dragging and the base has been designed so it can stand upright without tipping.

Made from polyester with water-resistant polyurethane coating, this durablle bag has a reinforced nylon bottom. Other features include an extra-long zipper for easy access and cinch straps. It comes in a multitude of colors to make it easy to spot on the luggage belt at the airport. Weight is 9 pounds 3 ounces and dimenensions are: 17-inches high by 34-inches wide, by 15-inches deep. $149; available at L.L. Bean.

Statement socks

Match your man’s personality with his socks choosing from an array of creative socks from Yo Sox. These socks make a statement and take men’s hosiery out of the ordinary to reflect one’s individualism. As the company states: “Whether subdued, under-the-radar is your thing, or bold, in-your-face style floats your boat, Yo Sox has the perfect sock designs to show your personal sense of style, creativity and fashion-independence.”

Dressed up or down, fun or fancy, athletic or crew, there are a number of choices to peruse. The socks are made from breathable antimicrobial fibers to assure feet stay fresh. Heels and toes are reinforced to last wear after wear and wash after wash. Yo Sox collaborates with different people in its special collections, such as professional baseball player Kevin Pillar. $9 a pair; available at Fairy Tales in Lombard or at yo-sox.com.