Celebrating Fathers Day in New Jersey

In 1972, President Nixon declared Fathers Day a nationally observed holiday on the 3rd Sunday in June.

Ideas for Fathers Day Gifts (No Ties Please)

This is the time of the year to overlook your own interests and focus on dad to make Fathers Day a memorable and caring day. Carwash and Detailing Each member of the family can participate in sprucing up his car. In addition to washing the car, you can purchase services and accessories like having the oil changed, purchase new floor mats, new windshield wipers, a new cd, or new drink holder. A Weekend Camping, Fishing, or Getaway to the Jersey Shore This is a nice time of the year to enjoy the outdoors. Spend family time with dad over a weekend camping, or down at the shore doing the things he loves best. Add to the special meaning by packing the car for dad, filling it up with gas, as well as plan for special things for dad over the weekend. Have the Family Create The Father's Day card. This can be an inexpensive project that the entire family can participate in. Have the kids add their art work and thoughtful sayings, or if they are too young to do that, add their tiny hand and foot prints. Consider Dad's interests. What is his favorite weekend pastime? Golf? A baseball game? Fishing? Plan and participate in the activity with dad to make it a memorable day.

Visit These Links For Suggestions On Places to Take Dad on Fathers Day in New Jersey Pine Barrens canoeing or paddling a kayak in the Pine Barrens as one of the best ways to experience the Pinelands up-close. New Jersey fishing is a huge opportunity to experience a wide variety of fishing experiences and fish species. From the spring migrations of striped bass on the Jersey shore, and the American shad in the Delaware River to the bay shores and the ocean along the Atlantic coastline, there's something for all anglers. New Jersey State Park Camping for campers looking for a less expensive, more rural, camping experience. New Jersey Private Camp Grounds & Resorts for campers looking for plenty of family fun activities and to enjoy a beer or glass of wine with their meal. Have a family brunch or dinner with dad at one of these top family restaurants. Learn where the Best Family Family restaurants and Best Brunches in New Jersey are. Father's Day 2010 Events Spirit of New York Father’s Day Cruises Cruises from Lincoln Harbor Marina Weehawken, NJ 866-483-3866 This year, celebrate Dad and all he does for the family with a spin around the New York Harbor aboard an Entertainment Cruises’ Father’s Day lunch or dinner cruise. View the most spectacular skyline in the world through massive panoramic windows and vast outdoor viewing decks, while enjoying all-you-can-eat gourmet buffets, live onboard entertainment and dancing. So leave the neckties at the pier and set sail to give Dad a present he’ll always remember. Grande Lunch Buffet Boarding: 11:30 a.m., Cruising: Noon – 2:00 p.m. Price: $47.90 per adult Kids age 3-12 are ½ Priced! Grande Dinner Buffet Boarding: 6:30 p.m, Cruising 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m Price: $74.90 per person "Father's Day"Skimmer Festival Weekend - (20th Annual) Antique Auto Show and Parade Sunday, June 20, 2010 29th Street and the Promenade Sea Isle City, NJ (973) - 563 - 0254 Show is open to all Authentic, Non-Modified (original or restored) Vehicles through 1990. Registration on Show Day is Welcome. Free T-shirt for first 100 vehicles. Father’s Day Festival June 20, 2010 Noon – 5:00 pm Alba Vinyard 269 Route 627 Village of Finesville Milford, New Jersey 08848 908-995-7800 Complimentary Admission & Parking Treat dad to a beautiful afternoon in the vineyard with wine tastings, cellar tours, music, food, crafters, children’s activities and more. The Jeff Bellfy Band will entertain with classic rock, country & pop. For the youngsters, face painting, sand art, moon bounce and pony rides. For the adventurous at any age, tethered hot air balloon rides (weather permitting) and horse drawn carriage rides throughout the vineyard. Complimentary admission and parking. Sample award-winning wines and take home an etched Alba wine glass. Food available to purchase or pack your own picnic basket. Bring a lawn chair, blanket or beach umbrella, but please leave the pets, canopies and EZ-Up shelters at home. Father's Day Pig Roast June 20, 2010 Noon – 4:00 pm Four Sisters Winery Buffet served 1-3 pm783 County Route 519 Belvidere, NJ 07823 908-475-3671 12 noon - 4pm Treat dad like a king!! featuring live music by the SheilaMark Duo, succulent roasted pork, baked ziti, roasted potatoes, green vegetables, salad, rolls and dessert.   Live Music Rain or shine under tents  s 2-9. Wheelin’ The Wildwoods Fathers’ Day Family Bike Ride June 20, 2010 Wildwood Crest Pier Recreation Center 609.523.0202 Heather Road and Ocean Avenue Wildwood Crest. Non-competitive family bicycle tours through the Wildwoods. Registration at 7 a.m., rides begin at 8 a.m. Fee required.