DEADHEAD DAD
This year’s annual Icon issue from The Fader music magazine spotlights Jerry Garcia. In honor of dads who still love the Grateful Dead, the publication is offering a Father’s Day package that consists of a limited-edition Garcia T-shirt ($25), the magazine ($5.95), and a limited edition poster featuring artists who have been influenced by the Dead ($25).
CORDLESS COOL
Everyone loves an upgrade. This 9-piece, 18-volt, cordless professional kit from DeWalt ($598) is a favorite at Home Depot. Or, dads who are new to DIY might try the Husky Mechanic Set for $89.96.
ALARMING GOOD LOOKS
“Spirella” is a wall clock designed with the understanding that time pieces do more than tell time. They define and characterize our personal style. $55 at
BADA BING
Parting is such sweet sorrow for fans of “The Sopranos.” Dad can keep Tony and the gang close to home with this Sopranos magnetic dartboard. $29.99 at store.hbo.com, or at the new HBO store on 42nd St. and Sixth Avenue in New York City.
TAKE A HINT
Some dads are Mr. Clean around the house. Others wouldn’t touch a vacuum cleaner with a 10-foot pole. Both types will appreciate the power and portability of the new Electrolux Intensity vacuum, which packs 50 percent higher suction power than most upright vacuums. $299 at Best Buy.
GRASS ADDICT
Dads with acreage and a zeal for procuring the perfect lawn will salivate over John Deere’s new Ezrak Series of mowers. These models boast a zero-turn radius, making them fast, fun and reliable. $2,899-$4,649. Find
local dealers at
STEER CLEAR
Dads who love the outdoors will covet the Magellan RoadMate 2000 personal GPS navigation device. It features great color graphics on a compact, 3.5-inch screen. $249 at Target.
