Have you got big plans for today? Are you a dad who is looking forward to time spent with the kids, or are you a “kid” with plans to treat your father to a day spent enjoying his favorite hobby or sport? Perhaps you can look forward to a multigenerational day with several dads in your family spending the day together, or perhaps you’ll be spending the day solo. On Father’s Days in the past, we’ve been able to treat the dad in our family to a major league baseball game, but our current home is too far from a ballpark to make that a possibility this year. Even in our quieter corner of the world, though, there are all kinds of choices for a range of interests. There is a major classic car show in town as well as a beer and microbrew festival this weekend — two events sure to appeal to a bunch of dads out there. And the active sportsman in this area doesn’t have to go far to find a stream to fish, a trail to hike or bike, a golf course to tackle or a lake on which to ski or paddle. For my husband, we’ve planned brunch and a matinee of a play at Oregon Cabaret Theatre. After that, he’s free to kick back in his hammock (a previous year’s gift), watch the U.S. Open (always a favorite with Harry) on T.V. and enjoy a nice dinner and fresh strawberry shortcake. A low-key day, but after a long week (and a long school year), that’s just the kind of day he ordered. Here’s hoping your Father’s Day is just the way you like it! — Patty Vanikiotis, associate editor/copy editor