This Fathers Day, Immortalize Dad on Patch!

Looking for Father's Day gift ideas? Well here's a new one — how about giving dad some Internet fame?

You know he's the world's greatest, but until now spreading the word has been limited to how many people might see a coffee mug, a barbecue apron, maybe a T-shirt.

But this is the 21st century. Imagine his surprise Father's Day morning (which is Sunday June 17, by the way) when you hand him a laptop, smartphone or tablet and show him the glowing article you've written about him on Southington Patch.

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Share your memories of playing at , having dad coach your Southington Little League team or just say why you think he's the best dad there is. It's fun, free and easy to do — just follow these instructions and you'll be ready to start in no time. You can even add photos and videos.

And you can use this platform any time you like afterward to write about anything happening in your neighborhood. It really is a gift that keeps on giving.

So go on and share your favorite "dad stories," Southington. (Come on, everyone's got 'em.)