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15 · OAKVILLE BEAVER Wednesday, June 17, 2009 Just the right gift for your father's personality (NC)--June means summer is really here and outdoor celebrations can finally begin. First up is Father's Day on June 21. Try to get away from the usual gifts this year. Forget about ties, razors and cologne and give your dad something totally different. Match your father's personality with a gift you know he'll love. The Sports Fan Is your dad a die-hard baseball fan? Offer him a chance to go see his favourite team in action. There's an outing that would get a home run from any sport-buff dad and his kids, too. The Gourmet A family picnic is a gift that has it all for fathers who love food. Picnics let you enjoy a shining sun, a warm breeze, and a menu that will not break the bank. Even the busiest families will be able to relax and enjoy a great meal in a beautiThe Adventurer ful setting. To really spice things up If your dad likes to walk on the wild side, challenge your dad to a grilling plan a day of outdoor fun full of all kinds of contest. activities. Start off with a bike ride and follow through with a hike. You'll be building muscles and memories that your dad will treasure. The Art Lover Your modern dad would gladly trade the traditional ties for contemporary artwork created by the budding artists in his family. Or why not organize a family outing to an art gallery where dad and everyone in the family can enjoy the creations of famous artists. Top five Father's Day surprises (NC)--Your father is always there for you, and now's the time to show him how much you appreciate it. "Father's Day is your opportunity to say thank you," says Jennifer Kinnon of Hallmark Canada. "So choose a gift he'll remember forever." Here's what Kinnon suggests: 1. Anything homemade, from baked goods to woodwork. Get the kids to draw pictures or pick up a kit that allows them to personalize a travel mug. 2. Tickets to see his favourite band or sports team enclosed in a card. 3. An adventure for just the two of you, like canoeing or hiking. 4. Get him a t-shirt that celebrates his achievements 5. A photo album created with pictures from his childhood. Father's Day Special with purchase of 2 beverages Monday-Friday excluding holidays Offer expires July 15, 2009 ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET PRIME CUT Buy One Get One FREE y 20% Off Entire Check Monday-Friday excluding holidays Offer expires July 15, 2009 Q & Ah's ­ June 18 to 21 Enter to win one of 3 fabulous prize packages just in time for Father's Day. Win a Deluxe BBQ from Hopedale Hardware or Hair Cuts for a Year from Class A Hairstylists or a Nikon Digital Camera from Black's. Enter at particiapting stores, ballot box located in the TD court area. Winner will be chosen on Monday, June 22 and will be notified by phone. No purchase necessary. One ballot per person. Prize accepted as awarded. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received. Employees and merchants of Hopedale are not eligible to enter. Contest closes Sunday, June 21 at 5:00pm. Winners will be notified by phone on Monday, June 22/09. Kids 10 r Unde99 $6. Ad $12 ult .99 We s beer erve a wine nd . 125 Cross Avenue OPEN Located in Trafalgar Village HOPEDALE MALL M Y C O M M U N I T Y, M Y M A L L N.E. CORNER OF REBECCA STREET + THIRD LINE P : 9 0 5 . 8 2 7 . 7 1 4 6 W: H O P E D A L E M A L L . O N . C A 905-845-4443 24 HOURS FREE WIRELESS INTERNET