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HOME Slough’s Father’s Day edition
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Father's Day is fast approaching and the 2020 holiday could potentially be the strangest one in our lifetime. Taking your Dad for a pint at his favourite pub or treating him to nice meal at a local restaurant is out of the question. Despite this, there are plenty of ways to send your Dad some appreciation this year. Here are some lockdown Father's Day gift ideas and inspiration to get you started. In case you've forgotten, Father’s Day is on Sunday 21 June,
so you still have a bit of time to prepare!
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Cards
This is still the most affordable way to celebrate and share some thoughts with your Dad on Father's Day. If you don’t fancy making one yourself, there are plenty of online card companies to choose from. Moonpig has tonnes of card designs ready to send suitable for all ages.
Other popular card sites include Not on the Highstreet, Brainbox Candy, Funky Pigeon, Card Factory and Etsy.
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Beer Brewing kits
Brewing beer at home is more simple than you'd think, thanks to widely available kits like the Brew Dog Punk IPA brewing kit. The kit has everything your Dad needs for easy stove-top brewing. By following the instructions, and letting the results carbonate for about two weeks, your Dad could end up with around seven pints of the punchy Punk IPA when he's finished. Kits are also available from other breweries such as the Brooklyn Brew shop Warriors Double IPA, which you can find in the lockdown beer brewing ideas list on Amazon.
If gin is more to your Dad’s taste, you could gift him the Sandy Leaf set which contains classic citrus, chocolate orange and botanical blends, all of which can flavour up to ten bottles of gin.
If your Dad would prefer the booze without the effort, you might like to try one of these lockdown alcohol delivery services, many of whom offer a fantastic selection of gift sets at very affordable prices.
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Geeky merchandise
You could always satisfy your Dad’s inner geek with a 'totally geeky' Mystery Geek Box. These boxes contain a hand-picked selection of great items including action t-shirts, action figures, comics and stationery.
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Top gear
Help Dad catch up with the team as they push their cars (and themselves) to the limits in the world’s biggest motoring show. 35 Episodes to stream on BBC iPlayer.
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Model making
Why not encourage your Dad to take on a project and flex his craftsmanship this Father's Day with a model making kit. With LEGO's architecture range, he could build the London, New York or Shanghai skylines, or a scaled model of the Great Wall of China or even the Statue of Liberty! Not on the High Street also have a great range of model making kits perfect for Father's Day to suit every pocket.
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Organise a virtual party
You may not be able to be with your Dad this Father’s Day, but that doesn't mean you can't have a party. With FaceTime, Skype, Zoom or even Houseparty, you could get the drinks flowing with all the family. Why not organise a fancy-dress competition or host a quiz night? The options are endless and it’s a great way to take your Dad's mind off the pandemic.
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Guitarist on Call
Guitarist on call is a digital service through which you can book a professional guitarist online. The guitarist will play your Dad’s favourite melodies on the live video call with you and your father on a conference. Express your love with this digital gesture!
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Sign Dad up for an online gaming session
If your Dad is into gaming, Facebook has introduced a new feature, Facebook Gaming Tournaments, through which anyone can join or organise an online gaming tournament, so if he’s feeling lonely this father’s day, get him to log on.
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Sports
Keeping up with your favourite sports isn't always easy, even without a pandemic, but Ranker have put together a list of the top sports podcasts streaming new episodes for sports enthusiasts everywhere. From fantasy football podcasts that help you figure out your season, to podcasts from experts like Bill Simmons and The Ringer that will help keep your Dad up on all the plays on and off the field, there's a podcast for every fan and sport.
It's not all breaking news, as some of these podcasts talk sports history, like the audio documentary 30 For 30, from ESPN.
Or how about reaching out to your Dad’s idol
Is your Dad's favourite celebrity a sports personality, a musician or comedian? Why not try to reach out to these celebrities on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) and ask them if they would possibly be able to wish your Dad a happy birthday - or even if they could create a short video personalised to your Dad to make his day. It won’t cost you anything and you’ll automatically become your Dad’s favourite child.
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Grooming products
Everyone needs a little lockdown TLC, even Dads. If you think your Dad could benefit from a few more shaves during lockdown, you could gift him a shaving set from Gillette this Father's Day and save 33% for a limited time. If you're uncertain what fragrance, haircare or skincare products Dad likes, check out Lookfantastic who have an extensive range of products for men.
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Say it with chocolate
A beautifully presented box of chocolates never fails to impress. When selecting Dad's box, don’t forget to think about what he prefers – milk or dark chocolate or perhaps a selection? Is it truffles that tickle his fancy or does he go gaga for ganaches?
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25 Movies to Watch with Dad on Father's Day
Here are 25 movies about Dad’s that will have you reaching for the tissues and laughing out loud in equal measure:
- Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) - a Kiwi comedy about a foster kid and his guardian uncle on the run from the law.
- Parenthood (1989) – An all-star cast makes for a very funny and very moving movie about the highs (home runs! birthday parties) and lows (deadbeat Dads, learning differences) that are part and parcel with raising kids.
- The Incredibles (2004) - Enjoy this fun animated movie about a family of superheroes saving the world.
- Dad (2005) - The title of this dramatic comedy says it all. Ted Danson sensitively plays the role of a father and a son and what it means to be both.
- Paper Moon (1973) – This heart-warming tale about the complexities of the father-daughter relationship, stars Ryan O’Neal as a con artist with scruples, and daughter Tatum as his partner in crime who may or may not be his actual child.
- We Bought a Zoo (2011) - A father coping with the recent loss of his wife buys a defunct zoo. Antics ensue as he tries to run the zoo alongside his two children.
- Liar Liar (1997) - Everybody lies, but Los Angeles attorney Fletcher Reede takes fibbing to the extreme—until his son makes a wish that his Dad won’t lie for 24 hours. Hilarity ensues in what might be Jim Carrey’s most physical comedic role ever.
- The Game Plan (2007) - You’ll be giggling all the way through this movie! A famous football player finds out he has a young daughter and must change his bachelor lifestyle to figure out how to be a Dad.
- The Lion King (1994) - Simba the lion is all set to take over the throne for his father Mufasa’s kingdom, but if his Uncle Scar has any say, things won’t be so easy.
- Mrs. Doubtfire (1993) - Watch Robin Williams become a disguised nanny (Mrs. Doubtfire) to spend time with his kids without his ex-wife’s knowledge.
- Daddy Day Care (2003) - Your whole family will be in stitches watching Eddie Murphy try to run a children’s day care as a goofy stay-at-home-Dad.
- Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012) - “Once there was a Hushpuppy, and she lived with her Daddy in the Bathtub.” Translation: Benh Zietlin’s Louisiana-set fairy tale follows a girl on her mission to save her dying father.
- Big Fish (2003) – Watch as a son wrestles with his father’s legacy of fantastic, seemingly impossible stories, trying to separate truth from fiction.
- Field of Dreams (1989) - Remember all those games of catch you used to play with Dad? Get ready to feel nostalgic when you watch Kevin Costner's character live out his vision of creating a baseball diamond in his Iowa cornfield, ultimately allowing him to reconnect with the memory of his late father.
- Finding Nemo (2003) - When Nemo the clownfish goes missing, his father Marlin goes on a quest across the ocean to get him back.
- Father of the Bride (1950) – Check out the original with Spencer Tracy and Elizabeth Taylor
- The Godfather (1972) - The act of sitting through the saga of the Corleones, headed of course by Don Vito (Marlon Brando), is Father’s Day gift enough. Just be sure to have a hankie on hand for when Don Vito’s fatherly devotion wells over into the casket of his dead son. Parental guidance needed.
- Despicable Me (2010) - Supervillain Gru wants to accomplish something big and stealing the moon might work. But will becoming a Dad soften his villainous heart?
- The Empire Strikes Back (1980) - Most Dads love all of the movies in the Star Wars franchise, but this instalment is particularly perfect for Father's Day. Luke confronts Darth Vader and hears the iconic line that tells the truth of his past: "Luke, I am your father”.
- Three Men and a Baby (1987) - When three roommate bachelors suddenly become responsible for a baby girl, they have to learn the ins and outs of parenting quickly!
- The Pursuit of happiness (2006) - Will Smith and his real-life son star in this true story of a struggling single Dad who dreams of a better life for his boy.
- Cheaper by the dozen (2003) - If you think your Dad is stressed out, imagine how he'd act if he had 12 kids! Steve Martin will give you a glimpse of that lifestyle as he plays the head of an unusually large household in this comedy.
- Indiana Jones and the last crusade (1989) - Follow the adventures of Indiana Jones as he tries to rescue his missing father, who was kidnapped by Nazis while searching for the Holy Grail.
- Airforce One (1997) - Harrison Ford is the President (AKA, a very important Dad) in this plane thriller about what happens when Air Force One is hijacked with the First Family on board.
- Armageddon (2009) - A large asteroid is heading directly toward Earth, certain to wipe out the planet if it hits. This movie shows the relationship between one woman and her astronaut father as they try to save the world.
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Finally, two important dates for your diary...
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The Creative Collective Showcase
Sunday 14 June, 7pm to 9pm, Online Via ZOOM
We may all be in lockdown, but that’s not going to stop Resource Productions bringing you The Creative Collective Showcase right into your homes. Join Resource Productions and their guest performers online via ZOOM for an excellent showcase that presents the diversity and creativity of the Creative Collective.This an exciting culmination of the year that celebrates both artists, the local community, faith and voluntary arts groups in an eclectic mix of music, song, film and art from all ages and cultures.
Book now - it's one ticket per person!
Resource Productions are asking for a small donation, to take part in this event; they have different ticket types for each level of donation and a ‘donate-what-you-can’ option. They’re a not-for-profit with no core funding – so all donations will go towards funding their mission to enable social change through art and film and diversify the creative industries. There’s also a 'Free Ticket' button should you wish not to make a donation.
Please contact info@resource-productions.co.uk if you have any questions.
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