In The Name Of The Dad

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ep, it’s that time of year when pops can do pretty much as he pleases for one whole day, and be treated like the Sun God that he sees in the mirror each morning.

And if your dad is looking for a little respect and adoration this Father’s Day, there are plenty of treats on offer in Greystones that should have the grumpy old goat actually smiling.

They say a good way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, and given that we’re a foodie town, sure, next Sunday, June 21st, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to getting your dad a token for for a slap-up meal. From Mamo’s to Yamas, from The Horse and The Harbour Kitchen to The Hungry Monk, and about 2,425 eateries in-between, there’s something for every taste and budget in Greystones. And there’s always the takeaway surprise option.

And given that The Plaza Market is on the big day, a stroll where pops gets to pick his own present might work a treat.

And if vigorous strolling is his thing, hey, the very groovy Outwest Clothing are now in Mrs Mooney’s old haunt.

Then again, you could always treat pops to a ticket to a live and kicking, in-the-flesh show, such as the Doris Day tribute at The Whale on Sunday at the very respectable hour of 4pm. Sweet.

Or maybe a Japanese Head Massage at Polaris up in Blacklion will hit the sweet spot.

For those pops with very young kids, Halfway Up The Stairs have a special story time on Saturday 20th at 4pm, with readings from such books as Forest Xiao’s The Dad Book and Paddy Donnelly’s The Golden Hare. Admission is €5, redeemable against any book purchased on the day. Booking here.

And down at Base, they’ve got their own Father’s Day special planned the big day – 20% off all main orders (excluding, of course, meal deals, booze and delivery). Just use the promo code BASEDADDY at checkout here.

At Camile on Church Road, they really know how to Thai one on. A pun pops will appreciate. Details here.

Or you could simply buy him ten tipples behind the bar of his favourite Greystones pub. They’ll all be glad to help…

At Concepts in Meridian Point, they’ve got everything from very cool Dad mugs to very, very cool Dad bamboo socks, boasting all sorts of silly, along with Max Benjamin car fragrances, those natty Secrid wallets and oodles gift ideas guaranteed to make you the favourite child for the next 12 months.

And if your dad is a work of art, Sheena Griffin Photography have indoor and outdoor family portraits on offer. For those who might like to have a forever memory for pops. Unless your old man is incredibly ugly, this is a fine way to say how much you love him. Check it out here, kids.

As well as her fine June bargains, Katie at Cove Massage has a Father’s Day special this week – namely, a bulletproof voucher at 20% off for the big day. Email here. Now.

It’s all about the fellas at Fishers for Father’s Day, with bargains galore from Magee, Bugatti (they’re motorbikes, right?), Bruhl, Benetti, DG’s Drifter, Giordano, Columbia, Weirdfish, Eden Park and beyond. That said, for the women, there’s Part Two, Olsen, Seasalt, White Stuff, Bianca, Soya Concept and Columbia. Which, we think, are all cocktails. The spring and early summer collections have 30% to 50% off, with some even at 70% off. More here.

At Greystones Momma’s for Father’s Day there’s a whopping great 20% off all their healthy tarts – including Momma’s Healthy Dubai Brownie Tart, Momma’s Chocolate & Peanut Butter Tart, Momma’s Healthy Twix Tart, Momma’s Healthy Mars Tart and Momma’s Turmeric & Lemon Tart. Last orders Wednesday 17th, and you can find out more here, and order on 0834057577.

For the sporty dad, there are clubs aplenty – including, of course, some award-winning golf courses and our grand old sailing club and rowing club. On the gift front, there’s both Sports Direct for the man who’s keen to show off his muscles and skills, plus, a plethora of groovy gyms, including the likes of pilates, acupuncture and beautiful skin. For the more spiritual man, there’s meditation, Happy Pear courses, Luisne love, relaxing yoga, and proving you can never go wrong with a dirty big breakfast fry-up, SuperValu have you covered.

Or just go grab the man some local hooch, right here. Brewed in Kilcoole, and available at O’Brien’s and Kilcoole’s Next Door.

And let’s not forget everyone’s favourite, eh, men’s men, Anthony and Padraig up at Farrelly’s in Delgany, with every cut of meat known to man and unlucky beast available fresh from their own private abattoir out back. Gulp.

There are also good old-fashion, wrap-it-up-I’ll-take-it gifts to be found too, with the likes of Brooke & Shoals, Eden Gifts and Lorient having all kinds of cool curiosities and pocket gems to choose from, Pretty Woman always delivering something special for the old man, and Greystones Antiques is full of golden oldies (including that exclusive Gary Paine book, of course!).

And there’s Julie Parson’s new family history on Portland Road, People Like Us, just out. And you’re never too old to become a seasoned actor.

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There’s also the wonderful 2017 Greystones Harbour book by Jody Connaughton, a day of golf and dinner in memory of another wonderful dad, Colin O’Mahony, becoming Ireland’s latest harp legend, original pieces of art in The Boat Yard Gallery, order an exclusive piece by The Word Bird, books galore in, yep, the Village Book Shop, healthy & hearty hampers galore from Divine Foodie Platters, Eleven Deli and Kitchen 28, solutions to his increasing smelliness at Fiona Roche Pharmacy, and solutions to his garden handywork with Dermot Davis, cleaning up (literally) all those grimy outdoor projects, or grabbing tools and plants for his handy work at Outdoor Living in Glen Of The Downs – plus, that old devil called booze is nearly always available in SuperValu, O’Brien’s, La Touche Wines, Tesco and beyond. You can check out a full-ish list of Greystones shops here, and our artists here.

And you could always give him the gift of a new car. Or that new car smell, to be more precise, with Man + Machine up in Blacklion delivering the whole shebang, inside and out. You can find out more right here.

There be oodles more, of course, and we’ll be adding any new specials in the town to the list as the big day approaches.

Feckers around here have a habit of letting us know what they’re up to when it’s just gone five minutes to closing.

Suffice to say, a great big hug on Father’s Day is all your dad really wants. And a gift of no less than €25 in value.