In 2009, Father’s Day in the US will be celebrated on June 21st, which is a Sunday. In the past it was generally celebrated on the 15th of June, instead.

The holiday was started early in the twentieth century to commemorate the roles that fathers played in parenting their children and to complement Mother’s Day celebrations. Gifts are usually given and there are family oriented activities and special dinners for many fathers.

There is also an International Men’s Day that’s celebrated in a lot of countries, but the US isn’t one of them. Depending on the country that you live in, when and how you celebrate Father’s Day will vary greatly but it’s a time to honor fathers everywhere, no matter where you come from. Many people also honor their grandfathers on that day, even though there is also a Grandparents’ Day in the US.

Father’s Day is usually seen as a secular celebration, but there are Christian overtones to the day in many countries and the Catholic Church has a different day on which it celebrates fathers. This is generally on Saint Joseph’s Day.

I like to call this gadget the remote control from Heaven. It’s like an angel came down to my house removed all the clutter from my entertainment room then magically made all of my systems work with 1 single remote. Goodbye TV remote, chow DVR remote, farewell to all the remotes that made me scramble for my glasses.

This thing is awesome! It controls 15 devices and uses radio frequency and infrared signals so you can hide all your junk behind cabinets and closed doors up to 100 feet away.

Harmony 890 Remote Color Screen, RF – Price: $329.99

Here’s a list of stuff you can get this remote to control:

1. Televisions
2. plasmas
3. projectors
4. DVRs
5. PVRs
6. laserdisc players
7. satellites
8. cable boxes
9. amplifiers
10. receivers
11. VCRs
12. DVD players
13. computers
14. lighting

Men love gadgets and this portable dash cam is pretty darn cool. Dad will love this camera! It records ever single thing going on outside his car window from important accident details to the license plate of the jerk who cut him off.

It’s small and portable so Dad can film anything he wants!

Portable Dash Mountable Camera with DVR
Price:$89.99

Up to 5 hour record time on a 2GB SD memory card

12V DC powered or battery operated

Record objective evidence at the scene of an accident

Record a trip in the countryside to share with friends

Dashboard mounting hardware included

Give Dad the gadget gift of silence with these super cool Bose noise cancelling headphones. When the kids are screaming there is nothing Dad will love more. Sorry Moms! Bose beats the heck out of a neck tie any day of the year.

Bose QuietComfort 2
Price: $299

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Bose QuietComfort 3
Price: $349

Father’s Day is just one of those special holidays where we get to say thanks for having a wonderful father. During the summer we tend to make dad go out and grill all types of foods in the hot weather just so we can enjoy our meals. We also see him going out of the house every day to make money for the household. So on father’s day it should be about our husband or father’s favorite foods. Listed below are a few tips:

Things you may find on the Father’s day menu include hamburgers, hot dogs, western omelets, potato pancakes, chicken wings, and even steak. Whatever you choose, make sure it’s something your husband or father really enjoys.

One great recipe for Dad can be the western omelet or Denver omelet. The Denver omelet has ham, cheddar cheese, green bell pepper, and onion in the egg. You will need to have three eggs, 1 tablespoon of pancake mix, and 1 tablespoon of milk. Combine these ingredients in a blender for a few seconds. You will want to make sure the pan is set at 300 degrees and that the butter is melted. Pour the blended ingredients into the pan and when the egg is just barely cooked you will need to add the other ingredients. You may decide to cook the vegetables and ham before adding it to the omelet to make the ingredients a little warmer.

You will probably want to create a special dessert as well. Cakes, pies, ice cream, and pudding make wonderful desserts for Dad. Again it will depend on your father’s favorite dishes to make the day complete. If you know what your husband or father loves to eat, planning for the day can be easy. By adding that special personalized touch, you’ll only make the day even more memorable.

Author:  Gail Leino

1. A Personalized Tie. Thanks to modern technology, ties can make a unique and exciting Father’s Day present! For Dads with young children or grandchildren, a photograph tie could be perfect. Retailers like Snapfish.com and Wal-Mart provide photo-uploading services over the Internet, allowing you to design a custom tie from home. Photo-ties generally cost between $20 and $30, and for the business professional, can offer a break from the usual accessory wardrobe. For more traditional dads, retailers like Joseph A. Bank provide a wide selection of plain and patterned ties for your gift-giving needs.

2. A Photograph Gift. By the same virtue, pictures aren’t just for albums anymore. Slap Dad’s favorite family photo on a mug, mouse pad, luggage tag, keychain, coasters, virtually anything at Shutterfly.com. These pictures, as with those used for photo ties, can be uploaded directly from your home or office computer. For an adorable twist on this project, have your child draw a picture for Dad. Using a scanner, save the drawing as a photo file to your computer. Then, you can have the drawing printed on any number of things. You can even design a calendar, with a different drawing for every month of the year!

3. Grilling Tools. For the traditional Grill-Master Dad, aprons and grill tools make fantastic gifts. With Father’s Day taking place in June, he’ll have the rest of the summer to put his gifts to good use! Williams-Sonoma and Brookstone both offer comprehensive lines of nonstick cooking tools; other accessories for the grill, as well as grills themselves are available at The Home Depot and Lowes.

4. Gadgets. For the technology guru, electronics make a good gift. MP3 players, digital picture frames, and DVDs are all safe bets, and easy to find at major electronic stores or online.  If Dad is a fan of the spirits how about a Thermoelectric 5 Liter Beer Dispenser.

5. Sports Equipment or Memorabilia. Whether your dad likes golf, football, basketball or baseball college or professional leagues sports-centric gifts are both plentiful and easy to find. If your dad has a favorite team, consider buying him tickets to a game or even season passes! Team apparel is often available in a wide range of sizes, and posters or framed photos make great wall hangings for his office or game room. Autographed balls or trading cards are easy to find via online auction sites like Ebay. If Dad is an avid golf player, tees or clubs may be a good idea; for the school coach or backyard enthusiast, footballs or a baseball and bat make a thoughtful present.

6. A Nice Dinner (in or out)! Cooking Dad’s favorite foods can show that you care. Even if his tastes are simple, indulge his craving for Hamburger Helper or green bean casserole. If your family would like to celebrate more formally, treat him to dinner and dessert at his favorite restaurant.

7. Magazine Subscriptions can make an inexpensive gift that last well beyond Father’s Day. Sports Illustrated and Mens Health are two popular mens magazines. For the conscious investor, consider Smart Money or The Economist; there are also magazines that appeal to a specific professional field, like Landscape Architecture and Fire Engineering. With thousands of magazines available, it shouldn’t be hard to find something to suit his tastes.

8. Fulfill His Domestic Dream. If your dad, grandpa, or husband has been begging for a dog, maybe Father’s Day will be the occasion to give him one. Maybe it’s time to replace the television, or perhaps he would like a wine cooler in the kitchen. Throwing out his old lawn mower and buying him a new one could make his chores in the yard less stressful. Setting up a hammock in the back yard could give Dad a nice place to relax! If the dad in your life has been asking for something, Father’s Day could be an occasion to grant his wish.

9. Handmade Coupons. For a gift that is slightly more home-grown, make Dad a batch of redeemable coupons that he can use at any time. One Poker Night could give him a free pass for an evening with the boys. Offer to take over some of his chores anything from mowing the lawn to taking out the trash or give some extra affection by writing coupons for one kiss or one hug.

10. A Special Dessert. Plenty of Dads have a sweet tooth, and Father’s Day makes a great time to surprise him with cake or his favorite pie! Serve up a cobbler, sundae, or brownies to celebrate the occasion.