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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
Father's Day 2025: Date, history, significance, story and all you need to know
Image credits: Getty Images There are many bonds in life that are worth celebrating for the emotions and value they hold for us. They make life a more memorable experience and give us moments that are cherished forever. One such relationship is that between a father and his child. While moms are expressive with their emotions and more open to communicating their feelings, dads are the silent pillars of strength and love who might not share how much they love you, but their love is always evident in their actions. While one should celebrate the special relations in one's life every day, a day dedicated to a forever bond like a father-child relationship must be honoured. Thus, this year make sure to celebrate Father's Day in a memorable way. When is Father's Day? Image credits: Getty Images In 2025, Father's Day is being celebrated on June 15th, the third Sunday of June. What is the history of Father's Day ? Image credits: Getty Images The first-ever day honouring fathers was celebrated on July 5, 1908, when a West Virginia church hosted a Sunday sermon in memory of the 362 men who had died in the previous December's explosions at the Fairmont Coal Company mines in Monongah. However, this was a one-time commemoration and not an annual holiday. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 임플란트 최대 할인 지원해드려요 임플란터 더 알아보기 Undo In 1909, Sonora Smart Dodd, a woman from Spokane, Washington, one of the six children raised by a widower made the first initiative to establish an official day that was the male equivalent of a Mother's Day. She approached the local churches, YMCA, shopkeepers and government officials with the idea and was successful enough that on June 19, 1910, Washington State celebrated the nation's first statewide Father's Day. Slowly, the holiday spread wide enough that in 1916 President Wilson honoured the day by using telegraph signals to unfurl the flag in Spokane by pressing a button in Washington, D.C. In 1924, President Calvin Coolidge urged the state governments to celebrate Father's Day. Thus, in 1966 President Lyndon B. Johnson issued a proclamation announcing the third Sunday of June as the day to honour fathers and in 1972 President Richard Nixon signed the law to federally recognise Father's Day. Over the years, Father's Day is celebrated in the United States on the third Sunday of June, which is on June 19, 2025, this year. What is the significance of Father's Day ? Image credits: Getty Images Today, Father's Day is recognized in over 110 countries and is celebrated on the third Sunday of June in many. The day not only honours the paternal figures in everyone's lives but also helps in strengthening those bonds. People go on a father-daughter date, plan a picnic and make elaborate gifts for their father figures. How do people celebrate Father's Day? Image credits: Getty Images In order to honour and celebrate Father's Day, fathers and children plan a variety of stuff. In terms of gifts, children present their fathers with ties, wallets, latest gadgets, books, personalized cards and more. Some plan quality time with family dinners, outdoor trips, sports competitions and even celebrations with dedicated cakes. Another very cute and emotional act of service is that children do the chores their fathers usually perform, like mowing the lawn, repairing broken things or even getting the groceries. Many father-child pairs even partake in community activities like marathons, cooking contests, church services and more. Popular FAQs about Father's Day 2025 Image credits: Getty Images Below are some FAQs people generally ask about Father's Day. When is Father's Day 2025? In 2025, Father's Day will be celebrated on the third Sunday of June i.e. June 15th. Is Father's Day a federal holiday? Father's Day is not a federal holiday in the US but is celebrated across the nation. Do all countries have Father's Day on the same day? No, all countries don't celebrate Father's Day on the same day. In Europe and Latin America, Father's Day is celebrated on St. Joseph's Day, a traditional Catholic holiday that falls on March 19th. In Australia, it is celebrated on the first Sunday of September, in Thailand on 5th December, in Russia on February 23rd, in Spain on March 19th and in Norway, Iceland and Sweden on the second Sunday of November. Why is Father's Day celebrated in June? Sonora Smart Dodd, initiated the idea of Father's Day to honour her widowed dad who raised six sons. Since the month was her father's birth month, and the third Sunday of June was his birth date, it was decided as the day to celebrate Father's Day. What are some messages to write on a Father's Day gift card? "Thank you for always being by my side. Happy Father's Day!" "You are my best friend and idol, love you, Dad!" "To the world, you are a dad, but to me you are my world. Love you to the moon and back, Dad!" What are some gifts for Father's Day? Popular gift choices for the day include cards, wallets, watches, ties, shoes, hobby kits and more. However, you can opt for personalized gifts such as movie nights, spa sessions, cookouts and others that involve your father's favourite way to spend time with you. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Father's Day is just around the corner. Gift ideas that will put a smile on dad's face
Families are counting down to celebrate Father's Day, a holiday to commemorate dads, grandpas and male figures. The county has been celebrating fathers for more than a century. The country's first unofficial Father's Day began with a service in a West Virginia church in 1908 as the congregation came together to eulogize 362 men killed in a Fairmont Coal Company mine disaster. The sentiment behind the holiday and its celebration have spread and expanded since then. In 1972, President Richard Nixon made it a national holiday. The day now includes backyard barbecues, rounds of golf or other hobbies enjoyed by dads and gifts. Gifts are a great way to show appreciation to others, Jessica Andrews-Hanna, an associate professor at the University of Arizona said in a Q&A, adding that gift-giving makes us feel better. "Evidence from brain imaging also suggests that both giving gifts and receiving gifts activate core areas of our brain associated with reward and pleasure," Andrews-Hanna said in a news release. Many may be wondering what to get their Dad for his special day? A few ideas: If your father is a fan of cars or auto racing — maybe even still excited after watching the 2025 Detroit Grand Prix — book him a spot at Michigan International Speedway for a one-hour training session inside a race car. At the end he'll have the chance to drive an Indy-style race car. The event is hosted by Virgin Experience Gifts and allows the driver to get on the track for a timed session and communicate with a racing instructor through a radio system. There are eight packages available starting at $539. For the dads who enjoy fishing, there are numerous spots in Michigan perfect for the occasion. Michigan's lakes and streams are home to more than 150 species, most of which are legal to catch. You can cast a line at more than 100 state parks and hundreds of other locations. Some favorites include William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor, Bishop Park, Belleville Lake and Lake St. Clair. Gifts can include such things as rods, reels, a cooler, etc. To celebrate the Detroit Tigers' quasquicentennial season, the Detroit Free Press' book 'Roar of 125: The Epic History of the Detroit Tigers!' will cost $44.95, but order now and it's only $33.71, plus shipping and handling. Order online at For a personal automotive gift, give sign your dad up for unlimited car washes for as low as $16 a month. Super Car Wash has Michigan's No. 1 unlimited wash club membership program, and has 10 locations across the state. If your father is a sports fan, there are tons of Michigan teams apparel that you can get him to support his favorite team. Whether it's the Tigers, Pistons, Lions, or University of Michigan or Michigan State, there is a plethora of Michigan merchandise that your father would love. Bucket list golf course round for dad Michigan is blessed with a number of great golf courses, although some can be pricey for every day play. But if dad's a golf nut — and there are many around — maybe a round at someplace like Arcadia Bluffs in Arcadia ($275 through Oct. 5), American Dunes in Grand Haven ($205) or Forest Dunes in Roscommon ($165-$195) — or any number of other great courses — fits the bill. Father's Day falls on June 15, 2025. Father's Day always falls on the third Sunday of June, which means the calendar date changes every year. The holiday celebrates fatherhood, fathers and father figures, the Old Farmer's Almanac's website says. In the U.S., Father's Day celebrations date back to the early 1900s in the state of Washington, according to Prior to that time period, a West Virginia church held the country's first event honoring fathers, a 1908 Sunday sermon for 362 men killed in a Fairmont Coal Company mine disaster. In 1972, former President Richard Nixon signed a law making Father's Day a permanent national holiday. Jalen Williams is a trending reporter at the Detroit Free Press. Contact him at jawilliams1@ This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: With Father's Day fast approaching, here are gift ideas that will bring a smile to dad's face
