With Father’s Day around the corner — June 15 — it’s time to start brainstorming ways to make this day extra special for the man who taught you how to play catch, dress sharp or imparted wisdom on you. Whether he’s understated or extravagant, athletic or a bookworm, or a little bit of everything, make sure this day says just how much your father figure means to you with gifts and activities catered to his style.

For the Classic Dad

Activities: Keep the day simple. Take him to Alvamar Golf Course (1800 Crossgate Drive) or Eagle Bend (1250 E. 902 Road) for a nice, relaxing (or competitive) game of golf. No need to let him win the game, but don’t be surprised if he does.

If he’s not into golf, take him to the basketball courts for a quick pick-up game or get on your bikes and head out in the direction of Clinton Lake. He’ll appreciate making the day active while spending time with his favorite child(ren).

Find gift at: Jos A. Bank Factory Store, 646 Vermont St. They’ve got a huge selection of bow ties to make dad look dapper this summer.

Restaurant: Pizza and beer, those are the basics. Try out Johnny’s Tavern, 721 Wakarusa Drive or 401 N. Second St., for a number of pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, salads and a fully stocked bar.

Bar: Dempsey’s Burger Pub, 623 Vermont St. It’s laid back, and has a selection of more then 100 beers. There’s also no shame in snacking here. Order a basket of fries with your drinks.

For the Artsy Dad

Activities: Take him to the latest exhibit at the Spencer Museum of Art (open noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays); even if he’s a frequent visitor, let him share with you his thoughts on James Turrell’s “Gard Blue” and how he thinks Yoshiko Jinzenji and Virginia Jean Cox Mitchell went about making their quilts in “Personal Geometry.” He’s going to appreciate going down the rabbit hole of creativity with you.

Find Wonder Fair at: 803 1/2 Massachusetts St., 785-856-3247, wonderfair.com.

Find gift at:Wonder Fair, 803 1/2 Massachusetts St. With a large selection of local and regional hand-printed, letterpress cards, posters and other artwork, you’ll not only find something unique but also supporting the local art scene.

Restaurant: Take dad out for locally grown, gastro-pub style American food at Merchants Pub and Plate, 746 Massachusetts St. Should dad be on a special diet, the menu labels everything to specify dietary needs (plenty of options for vegetarians, vegans, and those with gluten restrictions) and where each regional ingredient came from. Bonus: there are 30 beers on tap. A beer to suit any and all tastes.

Bar: Bourgeois Pig, 6 E. Ninth St. It’s the hot spot for local artists and place where your dad can debate the works of William S. Burroughs.

For the Historian Dad

Conservation experts are spending the month at the KU Natural History Museum evaluating the conditions of the 120-year-old panorama, which features North American plants and animals.

Activities: Take him to the Natural History Museum on campus (1345 Jayhawk Blvd.) and let him guide you through the exhibits. He’ll probably point out any updates in research or take you through complex details of the relationships between different species in the panorama that you would have never even noticed.

Find a gift at:Raven Book Store, 6 E. Seventh St. Think of your dad’s latest fascination and peruse the shelves of this independent bookstore to find a biography on a former president or a collection of historical essays.

Restaurant: If you’re looking for a fine dining place with rich history, Eldridge’s TEN restaurant, 701 Massachusetts St., is the answer. The original Free State Hotel was built in 1855 but burnt down a year later. It was rebuilt, only to be destroyed again in Quantrill’s Raid in 1863. Colonel Eldridge rebuilt the hotel after that and gave it its current namesake. With a great mix of hand-cut steaks, pasta and vegetarian dishes on the menu, TEN will provide a quality evening of storytelling, history and good eats.

Bar: Stick around the Eldridge and partake in the extensive martini list at The Jayhawker.

For the Wanderlust Dad

Activities: Spur of the moment road trip for the weekend, anyone? You and he could make a quick drive to Kansas City for a day of wandering in the Crossroads Arts District, or bar hopping in Westport. Venture to Paola to visit Somerset Ridge Vineyard and Winery and try artisanal wines from locally grown grapes.

Find gift at:Ten Thousand Villages, 835 Massachusetts St. There’s fair trade artisan-crafted goods from all over the globe, including handmade sculptures, which is perfect to inspire his next adventure.

Boti Kabab at India Palace, 129 E. Tenth St.

Restaurant: Take him to India Palace, 129 E. 10th St., where he can partake in a buffet of familiar and unfamiliar Indian dishes. From naan, to tandoori chicken, to tikka masala, to vegetable samosas, to an assortment of spicy, sweet and tangy sauces, this restaurant will keep dad intrigued and happy.

Bar: Yokohama, 811 New Hampshire St.. Give the sake-inspired cocktails a try. If he’s into a classic Horse Feathers, he might like to try subbing in sake for whiskey.

For the Jimmy Buffett Dad

Activities: Check out one of the quirky, independent movies sure to be showing at Liberty Hall, or rent some movies set in tropical settings (“Pirates of the Caribbean” or “Dr. No” anyone?) for a laid-back movie marathon.

Find gift at:hobbs., 700 Massachusetts St. Because it has unexpected and often ridiculous items you never knew you needed.

Restaurant: The menu at 23rd Street Brewery, 3512 Clinton Parkway, is full of silly names that will surely cause dad to chuckle. There’s even a L.O.L. Burger (chili, cheddar, onions, jalapenos.

Bar: Gaslight Gardens, 317 North Second St. On Sunday nights they have open mic night for stand-up comedians. Let dad take a shot at making an entire crowd laugh. It’s his time to shine.