Father's Day 2017: Gift Ideas, Crafts For The Kids, And Dad-Approved Dishes

Father's Day is this Sunday! Yes, you read that right. So if you haven't started thinking about how you're going to celebrate everyone's favorite guy, it's time!

To give you a head start, we've created the ultimate guide to a fabulous Father's Day. Whether he's into sports or sipping whiskey, we've got Father's Day gift ideas for every type of dude. Plus, simple Father's Day crafts for little kiddos. And let's not forget about the food. Get recipes and inspiration for planning the perfect party for pop in the backyard.

As you plan your celebration, we also want to give you a chance to brag on dad. New dads, seasoned dads and dads who are no longer with us will all be on our minds next Sunday. We want to honor them. We're asking Patch readers across the country to tell us your favorite memory with your dad. Select submissions will then be shared next Sunday.

Have fun making Dad's day!

Crafts For The Kiddos

Everyone knows a handmade gift crafted by little hands somehow will always trump anything store-bought. Surprise him with one of these creative DIY gift ideas that you and your kid craft together, from a personalized tie to a hand-stamped handkerchief.

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Gifts Ideas For Your Favorite Guy

In honor of dads, daddies, pops and papas everywhere, we've rounded up great Father's Day gift ideas he's sure to love. Think golf gadgets, grilling must-haves, great T-shirts. And for all those dapper dads out there? We've got socks, ties, watches and more stylish gift ideas for that well-dressed dude you call "Dad."

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Father's Day Eats

Mother's Day may have been all about brunch, but Father's Day is all about a no-frills menu. Patch Contributing Writer Angela LeMoine rounded up her favorite dad-approved dishes that she'll be whipping up next Sunday. The star of the show? Her genius Build Your Own Burger Bar. Just imagine: a juicy burger, toasted bun and a spread of cheeses, peppers, greens, pickles and onions. Yes, please!

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