When you come to visit Dad at an Everbrook Senior Living Community, you’ll be near activities perfect for celebrating Father’s Day with every generation – dad, sons, and grandsons alike! We’ve compiled a short list of things to do to celebrate with the special men in your life.
Find Adventure near Cedarbrook Village – Ware, MA
Combine a family picnic with the thrills and chills of a day at Six Flags New England! Located amid the mountains of Western, MA, Six Flags is a family destination with something for the youngest grandkids to dear ole’ pop! Scenic picnic grounds provide shade, while water rides offer a cool respite from walking the park and taking on the coasters. Six Flags is also well known for fabulous shows featuring aspiring actors, singers, and dancers – and wildlife, too! If you want something with a little more splash, reserve your spot at Great Wolf Lodge indoor water resort. You can enjoy these parks as a daytrip, returning to Cedarbrook Village by nightfall, or make it an overnight by staying at one of the nearby hotels, B&B, lodges or retreat centers. Whatever you decide, Dad is sure to enjoy the quality time with the fam the shopping, museums, and dining to suit every taste in the surrounding villages of Lenox, MA.
Links, Lakes, and Berries near Colebrook Village – Hebron, CT
Dads and family can enjoy golfing, boating, and berry picking in various spots near Colebrook Village, Hebron, CT. The Flour Girl Café is the spot to stop for breakfast and fresh brewed, before heading out to the fairway, waterfront, or trailways. Dad and the fam can fish, canoe, or hike at Salmon River State Park or Gay City State Park. Breakfast and berry picking is a great a option with three nearby farms, including Rose’s Berry Farm, Pesce Farm, and Bastiani Blueberry Farm. Want to stay indoors but still have a little adventure with dear ole’ dad, venture a little further south to the Essex Steam Train and Riverboat.
Trails, a Spa Day, and Museum Hopping near Elmbrook Village – Bozrah, CT
Dad and the fam can spend the day hiking and/or fishing on Gardner Lake at Hopmead State Park or enjoy a picnic at Yantic Falls. If you can venture a short drive south for dining—and perhaps a spa day—schedule in at advance with the Norwich Inn and Spa. For the history buff, Dad will enjoy Slater Memorial Museum, Tantaquidgeon Museum, Mashantucket Pequot Museum, or the Blue Slope Country Museum. If Dad happens to be a card shark, you have a few casinos in the area to choose from: Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods Resort and Casino both feature dining and shows. This is not kid-friendly, but there is a Great Wolf Lodge in nearby Mashantucket, CT.
Family Fun Day near Lunabrook Village – Torrington/Litchfield, CT
Perhaps the most popular family friendly outing for Father’s Day in Connecticut is Lake Compounce amusement park. The #1 wooden rollercoaster in the U.S. is here, carved right into a mountainside! The park also features Crocodile Cove waterpark, a venue for concerts and other performances, exhibits (the shark exhibit is coming up soon), and picnic area.
Take Flight near Stonebrook Village – Windsor Locks, CT
You’ll find outdoor activities throughout the area surrounding Stonebrook Village (e.g., Windsor Locks State Canal), but the real pride of Windsor Locks isn’t found on the trail or water. It’s the New England Air Museum where dad and the fam can sit inside historic warbirds and modern jets, learn about aviation history, and take off in flight simulators. Several special events are held throughout the year. For Father’s Day, don’t miss Open Cockpit Day with special activities and live music!
Castles, Gardens & the Sea near Islebrook Village – Wiscasset, ME
There’s more than meets the eye outside the grounds of Islebrook Village in Maine. You’ll want to plan ahead for your Father’s Day outing in this area. Within a short drive you’ll find historic sites such as Castle Tucker, once owned by a 19th century sea captain or the Pemaquid Point Lighthouse and Learning Center (c. 1827). In Boothbay Harbor, be sure to bring your camera when you visit the Coastal Maine Botanical Garden and the Railway Village. After sightseeing on land (or if you prefer by boat – there are several charters for tours as well as whale watching in the area), be sure to dine on the wharf at McSeagull's Restaurant, famous for their classic lobster roll or for an upscale seafood experience with harbor views, make a reservation at Coastal Prime.
Revitalize with Dad in the Mountains or Vineyards Near Hillsbrook Village – Allenstown, NH
The quintessence of small-town New England life, the village of Allenstown makes for a wonderful respite for Father’s Day for the family. Just about any weekend during the summer months, you’ll find a craft fair or local festival to enjoy, including the annual, magical fairy festival in June. For the history buff, bring Dad to the Civilian Conservation Corps Museum or the Old Meetinghouse. If antiquing is Dad’s hobby, there’s treasure to be found at local shops and tag sales alike. If the family loves the outdoors, Bearbrook State Park is resplendent with trails for mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding. Boat rentals are available at nearby Beaver or Catamount Pond where Dad and the grandkids can fish. There’s also an archery range for all ages.
Something for Everyone When Visiting a Loved One at an Everbrook Senior Living community
There’s something for every dad and grandad within reach of an Everbrook Senior Living Community. So come visit, perhaps starting your visit enjoying activities on property before taking dad out with the family.
For more information about Father’s Day activities at and nearby your loved ones Everbrook Senior Living Community, check out the municipal website pages for each town, or get in touch with us.
