Father's Day: A CFG Gift Guide

Looking for some Father’s Day inspiration? We’ve got a few ideas for thanking the dads in our lives.

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KING OF COOL

A pair of great sunglasses makes a look. The perennially stylish Persol 714SM - Steve McQueen were made famous in the 60s by the King of Cool himself.

Equally hardworking, and often overlooked, Todd Snyder 5-Pocket Chino in Dark Granite are the sharp basic that he can never have enough of.

For the less metaphorical cool dad, an Ice Barrel for circulation improving cold plunges is an apt gift.

FOODIE FATHER

Cooks deserve to be stylish too. Local chef- and national superstar- Yia Vang collaborated with local maker Craftmade on the Mama Vang Apron.

For the father who already has all the fernet he needs, Doctors and Distillers is a fascinating look at how alcohol and medicine have intertwined throughout history. (Buy it local from Moon Palace Books.)

Give the gift of learning a new skill- and a ending up with a great dinner- with a class from Gavin at Home.

MAN OF EXPERIENCE

The sauna at Sisu + Loyly Nordic Spa overlooks Lake Superior- perfect for a relaxing getaway.

For a more local way to relax, book a session with the golf simulator at Th3Jack- then grab some drinks afterward.

Is he musically inclined? MacPhail Center for Music offers classes in a multitude of instruments, at all skill levels.

GRANDFATHER OF GIVING

Children's Minnesota works to ensures that all kids are able to grow up healthy and safe, through the care in their hospitals and through the community support they provide.

Fighting and philanthropy coexist in Tap Cancer Out, which mobilizes the Jiu-Jitsu community to raise funds to find a cure for cancer.

Want to support other dads? The FATHER Project helps parents support their children, economically and emotionally, by providing resources and education.