It is a day for people to show their appreciation for fathers and father figures. Father figures may include stepfathers, fathers-in-law, guardians (eg. foster parents), and family friends.
Background
There are some suggestions that the idea of Father's Day may originate in pagan sun worship. Some branches of paganism see the Sun as the father of the universe. The June solstice occurs around the same time of year as Father's Day so some people saw a link between the two.
The idea of a special day to honor fathers and celebrate fatherhood was introduced from the United States. A woman called Sonora Smart Dodd was inspired by the American Mother's Day celebrations and planned a day to honor fathers early in the 20th century. The first Father's Day was celebrated in Spokane, Washington on June 19, 1910. Father’s Day has become increasingly popular throughout North America and other parts of the world over the years. Mother’s Day is also celebrated in Canada on an annual basis.
"Attention all ODVA members living in Kemptville (Leeds/Grenville) area. Commencing Tuesday,February 27, 2024 there will be an informal gathering for breakfast, all retirees are welcome. The plan is for the breakfast to take place on the last Tuesday of every month.”
Location: Hardstones Grill
2727 County Road 43
Kemptville, Ontario
Time: 8 a.m.
Please contact Luisa Russo-Lemay at russo-lemay@sympatico.ca or (647) 354-1235.
Attention à tous les membres de l'ODVA vivant dans la région de Kemptville (Leeds/Grenville). À compter du mardi 27 février 2024, il y aura une réunion informelle pour le petit déjeuner, tous les retraités sont les bienvenus. Le petit-déjeuner aura lieu le dernier mardi de chaque mois.
Lieu : Hardstones Grill
2727, route de comté 43
Kemptville, Ontario
Heure : 8 heures
Veuillez contacter Luisa Russo-Lemay à l'adresse russo-lemay@sympatico.ca ou au (647) 354-1235."