My boyfriend is a very spiritual devotee of Krishna (via ISKCON). Before we were dating he lived in an Ashram for a while, and has been involved with the temple since he was in early high school. I'm happily Jewish, and not personally disposed toward that sort of devotion, and I think sometimes my inability to understand comes off as skeptical or disapproving. His birthday is coming up in about a week, and I'd like to get him something, or do something for him that will demonstrate a commitment to his spirituality - or at least something that shows I'm trying. I'd love your suggestions. More details beyond the fold. [more inside]
posted by howgenerica on Sep 27, 2012 - 12 answers

I thought it might be fun to race around like giddy kids with my wife for her birthday. she loves Formula one and has expressed an interest in racing go-karts. We both can drive but do not own a car as we live in brooklyn and have no need. Any ideas on where to race go-karts near nyc? (I found this place: gpny.com, and it seems to fit the bill..but are there other options?) Anyone else had any similar experiences trying to find place to race? Extravagant test-drive a real car on a track option? f1 model kit? (thank you as always) -birthday panic!!
posted by 5lbauthority on Jul 2, 2012 - 8 answers

What should I get my 25 year old roommate for his birthday that's $20 or less? [more inside]
posted by mtphoto on Mar 12, 2012 - 19 answers

Birthday gift for dad to turn his focus to other non-work parts of his life? [more inside]
posted by Sreiny on Jun 21, 2011 - 3 answers

I'm having a "P" party, please provide possible provisions, participations, and presentations. [more inside]
posted by theRussian on May 19, 2010 - 40 answers

How can I throw an epic 21st birthday party? [more inside]
posted by sarahj on Jul 2, 2009 - 17 answers

Help me come up with some fun/outrageous birthday relay race stations... [more inside]
posted by jasbet07 on Jun 5, 2009 - 9 answers

Original birthday celebration ideas for 30ish-year-old in SF Bay Area? [more inside]
posted by wubbie on Nov 7, 2008 - 7 answers

What are some creative, gaggy/silly birthday gifts with the number "60" in them? [more inside]
posted by mrhaydel on Mar 17, 2008 - 8 answers

What are some good (preferably experience-based) birthday gifts for a 21-year-old Australian programming geek who thinks he's Danish? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Nov 29, 2007 - 12 answers

How do I wish my programming-geek boyfriend "Happy Birthday" and tell him "I love you" using computing code? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Jan 23, 2007 - 25 answers

It's my 30th birthday soon and my friends are telling me that I'm really difficult to buy presents for. They’re pretty much right as I don’t really know what I want. Can you help me come up with some interesting ideas for them? [more inside]
posted by mr_silver on Oct 17, 2006 - 25 answers

I'm at a total loss about how best to help make my boyfriend's birthday an amazing experience and I need your help! [more inside]
posted by Lleyam on Sep 17, 2006 - 15 answers

I have a very good friend and colleague and our organization is surprising her for her 60th birthday this Friday at a supposed TGIF. She's a Chinese American and very proud of her roots, so I'd like to get her something special or do something because of this. She celebrates all of the traditional Chinese holidays and still speaks the language with her family members. I being Anglo as they come, don't have any good ideas or much time left, so any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks!
posted by thebarron on Oct 12, 2005 - 13 answers

Teenage Girl Filter: Working on planning a semi-formal Sweet Sixteen party for a teenage girl. Are there any good sources for party ideas? Theme ideas? Gift Ideas? We need help getting into the mind of a highschool girl to through a "cool" party.
posted by Mroz on Aug 31, 2005 - 9 answers