The Irish Examiner Christmas Guide Guide

This is just a small selection of the gifts presented by John Mooney in our latest Christmas Gift Guide. Pick up the paper from your local news stand for the full piece.

FOR THE BHOYS

"Throwback" Jerseys

Mitchell & Ness is America's leading producer and retailer of sports "throwback" jerseys. Mitchell & Ness recently added authentic replica Dallas Cowboys jerseys to its NFL Throwbacks Collection, along with officially licensed jackets and hats. Among the legends: Roger Staubach 12, Tony Dorsett 33, Troy Aikman 8, Emmitt Smith 22, and Michael Irvin 88. Visit www.mitchellandness.com

Yankees

It is the ultimate holiday gift Yankee fans: The Yogi Berra pinstriped bathrobe! Featuring the interlocking NY on the front and No. 8 on the back, the terrycloth robe is offered exclusively through the Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center on the campus of Montclair State University, with proceeds going to the museum's educational programs. One size fits all. It can be ordered at www.yogiberramuseum.org or by calling (973) 655-2378. The robe sells for $150 plus $15 for shipping and handling.

Red Sox

Members of "Red Sox Nation" will be able to revel in their team's second World Series win in four years by ordering the Boston Red Sox 2007 World Series Collector's Edition DVD SET ($54.99) on www.MLB.com, where you can also purchase commemorative hats, t-shirts, pennants and other items.

Glasgow Celtic Gear

Wear your heart on your sleeve -- or your tie -- and show your support the Bhoys. Visit the online store at www.celticfc.net

FOR THE GIRLS

Jewelry

Nothing pleases a woman more than jewelry (or so my wife tells me). There are countless stores across America that offer quality Celtic jewelry designs and the eternal favorite Claddagh Rings. Fadó is an Irish company that specializing in Celtic and contemporary Irish jewelry. Products designed by John Condron are available in 450 select stores internationally. Visit fadojewelry.com

Clothing

One of Ireland and America's top clothing designers is Dublin-born Jacqueline Quinn, who studied at the Grafton Academy, worked for other designers, and has become very successful on her own. Find out your wife/girlfriend/significant other's size and check out some of the designer's latest collections at jacquelinequinn.com.

GIFTS FOR KIDS

ColorMe™ Gifts

ColorMe™ Company, has unveiled its holiday collection, which will once again featuring a classic Nativity scene drawn by a child artist. ColorMe has been featured on the CBS Early Show and The Wall Street Journal. Items can be purchased online at colormecompany.com. "What better way to help illustrate the story of Christ's birth for children than to let them add their own creative interpretation," said Paul L. Marciano, Ph.D., founder and "Chief Coloring Officer" of ColorMe. "Our Nativity scene has proven so popular that we have incorporated it on our cards, Christmas stockings, and pillow cases!" Marciano knows what will delight children - his grandfather created the popular children's character Madeline.

THE GIFT OF MUSIC

A Christmas Celtic Sojourn, Live (Rounder Records)

The live CD and the DVD (sold separately) document last year's sold-out shows at the historic Cutler Majestic Theatre in Boston. The performances feature instrumental and vocal music by Karan Casey (formerly of Solas), singer and raconteur Robbie O'Connell, and others. Highlights include "Three Kings" by Robbie O'Connell, "Angels We Have Heard On High" and "Oh Holy Night" by Karan Casey, "In The Bleak Midwinter" by Fionnuala O'Donovan, and "The First Noel" by the a cappella ensemble Navan.

On Christmas Night (Rounder Records)

Although relatively new, this delightful CD by Cherish The Ladies is already a holiday classic. Leading Lady Joanie Madden's arrangements showcase Heidi Talbot's stunningly beautiful vocals and the band's overall musicianship. It's a must-have Christmas collection with favorites including On Christmas Night, The Holly and the Berry, Ding, Dong Merrily on High, and Silent Night.

For more gift ideas and "Eight That Rate" from Cirillo World, pick up the latest issue from your news stand.