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Things to Do With Dads on Father's Day

Celebrate Father's Day, Sunday, June 20, 2010!
Whether you are a dad, have a dad, or know a dad, there are many ways to let them know that they are appreciated and loved. Celebrating Father’s Day might mean attending a special event in your community or just spending time with your dad/child/husband/grandfather/stepfather. Whatever you decide to do, be sure to let dad know how much you care about him, and thank him for being a great dad. You can attend an event in your community, catch a movie, or just spend the day with dad.

Here are just a few of the many unique things happening throughout Massachusetts on Father's Day Weekend. The information provided here is incomplete, so please call or email the destination for more information. Some of the events are free and some charge admission.

Fathers Fest
Institute Park, Worcester, MA
Saturday, June 12 from 12 pm to 4 pm, rain or shine!
A celebration for fathers and families featuring music, games, food, and awards! Visit http://www.worcestercountyfathersandfamilynetwork.org for more information.

16th Annual Main Street Father's Day Car Show
Main Street, Hyannis, MA
Sunday, June 120 from 10 pm to 2 pm
Enjoy over 350 classic cars, music, food, and other fun activities! Visit http://www.hyannis.com/calendar for more information.

Children's Museum 16th Annual Father's Day Road Race/Fun Walk
Easton, MA
Sunday, June 20 at 9 am
http://login.npwebsiteservices.com/ChildrensmuseumEaston/Fathersdayroadrace.asp
The 5 mile run and 2 mile walk has over 50 raffle prizes, free child care for pre-registered runners, pre and post race massages, goody bags, ice cream, music, food, and a big post race party!

Strawberry Festival
Westford Common, Westford, MA
Saturday, June 19 from 10 am to 4 pm (rain date June 20)
Enjoy arts and crafts activities, entertainment by local groups, and food. Visit http://www.middlesexdesign.com/strawberry for details.

Happy Father's Day at the Providence Children's Museum
Providence, RI
Sunday, June 20 9 am to 6 pm
http://www.childrenmuseum.org/calDetail.asp?date=6/20/2010
Free admission for dads and grandads all day! Recommended for children ages 5-11.

Free Community Day at the Museum of Fine Arts
Boston, MA
Sunday, June 20, 10 am to 4:45 pm
http://www.mfa.org/calendar/sub.asp?key=12&subkey=8280
The MFA is hosting a free community open house on Father's Day. Admission includes entry to all special exhibitions and the permanent collection, as well as guided tours and self-guided family activities. You can also attend a free evening preview of "Art in Bloom". Special exhibitions include "The Secrets of the Tomb", "Under the Skin: Tattoos in Japanese Prints", Harry Callahan: American Photographer, and more!

Father's Day Cruises with Essex River Cruises
Essex, MA
Sunday, June 20, 1-:30 am to 12:30 pm or 1:30 pm to 3 pm
$28 for adults, $12 for kids
http://www.essexcruises.com/erc_pdfs/special_cruises.pdf
Take dad on a cruise by Choate Island and along the protected side of Crane Beach! Complimentary refreshments provided.

Spirit of Boston Father's Day Cruise
Boston, MA
Board 11 am, Cruise 12 pm to 2 pm
Adults $49.90, Children age 3-12 $15.90 (Dads cruise free with the purchase of two adult tickets)
http://www.spiritcruises.com/Boston/fathersday
Enjoy a festive buffet, dancing fun with a DJ, and goodie bag and balloon artist for kids!

Destinations across the state are celebrating Father’s Day. Check your local listings, the mayor’s office, libraries, community centers, or the recreation department to find out what is going on and get in on the fun! Or stay home, share time with your family, have a fun and easy day…Happy Father’s Day every day of the year!


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This information was compiled by Sunindia Bhalla, One Tough Job Manager, and reviewed by the Program Staff of the Massachusetts Children’s Trust Fund.

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