Irish Culture Site
	Mary Ellen Sweeney BellaOnline's Irish Culture Editor

Body, Mind, and Spirit
Ireland is often called a "magical" place. However you define it, there´s more to Ireland than meets the eye. Reach out and be touched.

Christmas Around the World
Christmas traditions and customs from around the globe

Christmas Day in Ireland
Christmas Day is one of the most special days in the Irish calendar. It´s a family day, a holy day, and a day for loving enjoyment.

Christmas in Ireland
An Irish Christmas is both holy day and holiday. It's a warm, friendly season that lasts from Advent 'til Little Christmas.

Mothers' Day an Irish High Holiday
Remember Mother's Day and celebrate yours and all the mothers in your life!

St. Patrick's Day
St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland and the inspiration for much merry-making.

St. Patrick, Shamrocks, and Irish Tenors
On St. Patrick, shamrocks, and a great Irish tenor, John McCormack.

Waterford Crystal Ball “Hope for Fellowship”
Waterford´s famous crystal and New York´s Times square share New Year´s Eve in the U.S. "Hope for Fellowship" is the theme for 2006. Please God.