Father’s Day is Sun., June 19, and no matter who you call “Dad” — or how bad their jokes are — they all deserve a little extra love.
In case you’re struggling to find the perfect gift that isn’t a fresh pair of lawn-mowing sneakers or a new tie, we rounded up five Father’s Day gift ideas + where you can find them around the River City.
Give Dad a reason to use that grill this weekend. | Photo by @vmillermeats
🥩 For the dad that likes to eat
Treat Pops to a nice meal this Sunday with a brunch box featuring a cheesy brioche pretzel, a ham croissandwich + more from Ginger Elizabeth. Or — if he’s more comfortable behind the grill — pick up some high-quality, locally-sourced steaks from V. Miller Meats for him to show you how it’s done.
🍺 For the dad that loves a good beer
The City of Trees is home to plenty of craft breweries, so what better way to show Big Papa you love him than to grab some cold ones from Track 7, Oak Park Brewing Co., or Tower Brewing that he can toss in the garage fridge.
🚣 For the dad that likes to get outside
Take Dad out for a day on the water at the Sac State Aquatic Center, where you can rent equipment or book him a lesson on how to kayak or windsurf. If nothing else, he’ll love sitting by the water with a cooler full of that beer you bought him.
🪓 For the dad that likes to try new things
Are kayaking and windsurfing not extreme enough for your Pop-Pop? Check out Wake Island, which offers wakeboarding + an aquatic obstacle course. For something more land-based, head to The Smart Axe.
👕 For the dad that has it all
Some fathers swear they don’t want anything. Give them a good laugh with one of these dad joke t-shirts from our Six & Main store.
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Davis Music Festival | Fri., June 17-Sun., June 19 | Times vary | Locations vary | $40+ | After a hiatus of two years, Yolo County’s popular live music event is kicking off with 40 artists across nine different venues. 🔊
Art Gallery and Art Cafe | Fri., June 17 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Atrium, 1020 Front St. | Free | Explore local + eco-friendly crafts — from inner-tube wallets to homemade jewelry — at this recurring event.” ♻️
Saturday
Drag Brunch | Saturdays | 1:30-3 p.m. | Solomon’s | Prices vary | Everything is better with drag, especially brunches featuring delicious bagel sandwiches.
Al Fresco Summer Music Series | Sat., June 18 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Myka Estates, 3405 Carson Court | $35 | This Father’s Day celebration at the Placerville winery features live music by blues band The 410s + a shrimp boil dinner. 🎸
Sunday
House | Sun., June 19 | 1 p.m. | Dreamland Cinema, 1901 P St. | $10 | Trust us when we say there’s nothing like this 1977 Japanese horror movie, which was created as a response to Spielberg’s “Jaws.” 🏚️
Certified Farmers’ Market | Sundays | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | 1689 Arden Way | Free | Buy farm-to-table fruits, veggies, and meats directly from farmers in the Farm-to-Fork Capital. 🥬
NeighborGood Market East Sac | Sundays | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | David Lubin Elementary School, 3535 M St. | Free | Discover a rotating selection of artisans + food trucks each week at this community gathering.
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
A Juneteenth celebration held on June 19, 1900 in Texas. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons
Let freedom ring
This Sunday is Juneteenth, which recognizes June 19, 1865, the date when news that slavery had been abolished reached the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas — more than two years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. Last year, President Biden declared it a federal holiday.
Here are threelocal events happening this weekend that commemorate Juneteenth:
Juneteenth Event | Fri., June 17 | 3-7 p.m. | Hagan Community Park, 2197 Chase Dr. | Free | Bring a chair and blanket to this celebration featuring black-owned business vendors, food + activities. 🍽
Juneteenth @ 40 Acres Block Party | Sat., June 18 | 4-9 p.m. | Esther’s Park, 3408 3rd Ave. | Free | Honor African-American culture through entertainment, food + art. 🎨
Juneteenth USA 2022 at Negro Bar | Sat., June 18 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Negro Bar, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area | Free | Reflect upon the history + progress of African-American communities with games, food + music. 🎶
NEWS NOTES
Weather
75º | Mostly sunny | 1% chance of rain 🌤️
Ranked
A new study using the US Census Bureau’s 2020 American Community Survey data ranked Elk Grove as the No. 12 most diverse city in the nation. The study created a composite index score based on factors like economic equality, diversity of birthplaces, as well asethnic and racial diversity. (FOX40)
Award
Hawks Public House has become Sacramento’s latest restaurant to be recognized by Michelin after the company’s statewide restaurant guide was recently updated. The honor brings the city’snumber of recommended restaurants to 15, joining the likes of Zocalo’s + Localis. 🍽️ (Sac Bee)
Environment
William Jessup University, The Placer Land Trust, and Placer County are partnering to preserve ~490 acres of woodlands near Rocklin at a cost of more than $10 million. The area — known as Clover Valley — contains 34 prehistoric Maidu + Miwok Native American sites. (FOX40)
Development
Construction is set to begin in the coming days on The Boulevard, a 32,000-sqft retail space near Fair Oaks Blvd. + Howe Ave. The $22 million project is expected to open in spring 2023. No tenants have been announced yet. 🏗️ (Sac Biz Journal)
Sports
Sacramento Republic FC has unveiled a new alternate jersey — the fifth in the club’s history — that the team will wear during Saturday’s match against LA Galaxy II. The City of Trees kit honors the slogan from the Freeport Water Tower + features a wood grain pattern. ⚽️ (Sac Republic FC)
UC Davis Health Stadium — which fields the Aggies football + lacrosse teams — is in the middle of a massive upgrade. The venue is receiving a new state-of-the-art turf field that is set to be ready for the Aggie football team’s home opener on Sept. 17 against San Diego. 🏟️ (Davis Enterprise)
In a game against the Tacoma Rainierson Wednesday, Sacramento River Cats shortstop Will Wilson scored the first-ever RBI of his Triple-A career in the 4-1 defeat. Pitcher Sean Hjelle also struck out four while allowing two walks + two runs during his 3.0 innings. ⚾ (MiLB.com)
Kids
Make this summer a slam dunk. Sign-ups are now open for the Davis Hot Shots youth basketball camp, which runs Mon., June 27-Wed., June 29. The camp is for grades 3-6 and 7-9 + focuses on fundamentals like dribbling and footwork. 🏀 (Davis Enterprise)
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If all this Father’s Day talk has made you think about your Pa — or you’re just ready for fall to hurry up and get here — head on up to Apple Hill this weekend and stop by Grandpa’s Cellar to try their limited lavender-themed menu items.
Some of their special offerings include lavender blueberry apple turnovers, honey lavender cookies + more. We’ll take one of everything, thank you.
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Editor’s Pick: You’re probably asking yourself, “What’s Jordan doing for Father’s Day?” I’ll be doing whatever my son wants because he’s cute + I’m a sucker. Happy Father’s Day, y’all.
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