Fun Facts About Father's Day!!

If you have parents or children of your own, chances are Father's Day is a joyous day in your life - especially if you're lucky enough to spend it at the Lake of the Ozarks! There's nothing quite like enjoying a beautiful day on the water with your dad or your kids. 

This year, we thought we'd help get you in the spirit for this great upcoming weekend by sharing a few fun facts about Father's Day! 

Did You Know?

• Father's Day was first celebrated in Spokane, Washington in 1910.
• A woman named Sonora Louise Smart Dodd started the tradition of Father's Day in honor of her dad, William Smart, a widowed Civil War veteran.
• Father's Day became a national event in 1924.
• In 2008, there were roughly 70.1 million fathers in America. 
• Father's Day is the fifth most popular card-sending holiday.

Did you know ties are the most
popular Father's Day gift?

Have you figured out what you're getting your dad for Father's Day yet? If you're looking for a last minute gift (and don't feel like getting him another tie), ask us about gift cards for Dog Days Bar and Grill! You can customize the gift amount on each card, so you can arrange the perfect gift for Dad this weekend!

Don't forget you can always bring Dad in and treat him to dinner in person, too! Our Baja Burger - topped with pepper-jack cheese, spicy jalapenos, and avocados - could be the perfect gift for Father's Day!

We have almost finalized our music and event schedule for the ENTIRE 2014 season - so be sure to check back often for all the Best Events at Lake of the Ozarks!!  For the Lakes #1 dining and entertainment and home of great free family fun events, it's Dog Days at beautiful Lake of the Ozarks!  Dog Days is now open 7 days a week!!

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