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So that special day is coming up where we cast aside our whining, do the dishes and take out the trash without being told and make sure that the lovable lug in our life has quick access to a fresh cold one and of course the remote. The conundrum thus far unanswered of Fathers Day is; "what the hell should we do?" Well, frett no more my esteemed colleagues as I will present to you some ideas that are sure to keep the big man happy and pre-occupied.

The 2008 Washington Brewers Festival: Hooray fer Booze!

Situated near the Lake Washington shoreline in the pristine 316 acre Saint Edward State Park the glory that is the Washington Brewers Festival boasts a ridiculously massive list of the best and most unique micro-brews know to man from the Nottie Nelly Golden Ale of the Pike Brewing Co to the Blueberry Creme Fruit Beer of the Norther Lights Brewing company. This festival is sure to satisfy any thirst and challenge the pallet of any beer connoisseur. Remember however, as desperately as the big guy may want to (myself included) I would strongly advise against trying every tempting concoction strewn about the festival grounds.

The Festival includes a wide assortment of live bands and entertainment including (on Saturday and Sunday) over 200 beers on tap, tastings, a root beer garden (for the little ones and DD), keg toss contest, craft market food and more. Truly an event for that the whole family can enjoy while allowing Pa to run around like a kid in a candy store.

When:
Friday, June 13th 5pm - 9pm -- 21+ only
Saturday, June 14th, 11am - 8pm -- All Ages
Sunday, June 15th, 11a, - 8pm -- All Ages

Where:
Saint Edward State Park
14445 Juanita Dr. NE
Kenmore, WA 98028

Tickets:
$15 in advanced
$20 at the door
$8 for the designated driver

Where to Rest Your Throbbing Head:
Residence Inn by Marriott
A solid and reasonably priced standby to comfortably suit the whole gang.

Courtyard by Marriott:
Another good choice in the Marriott family this charming hotel is priced to book and is situated only 4 miles from the festival grounds putting you out of earshot but allowing escape quick and easy.

More Places to Stay Near Saint Edward State Park:

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Other Ideas:

• Is Dad a sports fan? Why not take him out to a ball game for the all American Dads day out!?
• A bag of clubs and a sweet big boy go-cart. Spend the weekend at a golf resort or send dad out for the day of a solid uninterrupted 18 holes of pure joy and serenity. (tip) The Roosevelt Hotel in New York has an established relationship with Chelsea Piers Golf Course where you can take advantage of privileged tee times, pre-paid ball cards and use of pro-line golf equipment.
• Maybe the big guy is more the outdoorsy type. Get a cabin vacation rental or pitch a tent and get your fish on!