YOUR PLACE GIFTS YOUR DAD WILL LOVE.Byline: - By Sherry Joe Crosby Father's Day is June 19. If you haven't already picked out a gift, take a look at our quick picks: ``THE STRATOCASTER CHRONICLES'': Rock out with this CD-book set devoted to the Fender Stratocaster “Stratocaster” redirects here. For other uses, see Stratocaster (disambiguation). The Fender Stratocaster, (often referred to as a Strat), is a model of electric guitar designed by Leo Fender and Freddie Tavares in the early 1950s, and manufactured , the world's most famous guitar. The 280-page book contains a foreword by Eric Clapton as well as photos, facts and anecdotes about the instrument enshrined in the Smithsonian. The companion CD features an interview with Leo Fender Clarence Leonidas Fender (August 10, 1909 - March 21, 1991), also known as Leo Fender, was an American luthier who founded Fender Electric Instrument Manufacturing Company, now known as Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, and later founded G&L Musical Products (G&L . $50. Available at bookstores and at www.amazon.com. VIVA LAS VEGAS: Keep track of your winnings with this Vegas VEGAS Vocational and Educational Guidance for Aboriginals Scheme (Australia) Poker Chip Caddy A plastic container that holds a CD or DVD disc for added protection. The bare disc is placed in the caddy, and the caddy is inserted into the drive. A caddy is not a jewel case. A jewel case protects the disc for transportation. A caddy protects the disc while reading and writing. , which features a mahogany finish and holds 75 red, 75 white and 50 blue chips, $29.50. The coordinating Vegas Card Box, $17.50, is made of wood and finished in mahogany and holds two decks of cards. Both available at www.bombaycompany.com. FLASHLIGHT FRIENDS: Stand or hang these Maglite flashlights that come equipped with four legs that swivel 360 degrees and lock into 10 positions. Each set comes with a battery, key lead and accessory hook. Available in red, black and silver. $6.99 to $12.99. www.restorationhardware.com. WINGIN' IT: Fly a plane from take-off to landing under the guidance of a flight instructor from Hollywood Aviators Well-known aviators People largely known for their contributions to the history of aviation While all of these people were pilots (and some still are), many are also noted for contributions in areas such as aircraft design and manufacturing, navigation or at Van Nuys Airport Van Nuys Airport (IATA: VNY, ICAO: KVNY, FAA LID: VNY) is a public airport located in Van Nuys, California in the San Fernando Valley, within the Los Angeles city limits. . The one-hour lesson aboard the four-seat single-engine Piper Cherokee is certified by the Federal Aviation Administration Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), component of the U.S. Department of Transportation that sets standards for the air-worthiness of all civilian aircraft, inspects and licenses them, and regulates civilian and military air traffic through its air traffic control and comes with a souvenir photo and ``First Flight'' certificate. $99. Order gift certificates by phone at (818) 994-2004 or e-mail info(at)hollywoodaviators.com. ``READER'S DIGEST COMPLETE DO IT YOURSELF MANUAL'': Clearly organized and richly illustrated, this updated classic thoroughly covers home maintenance and repair. Divided by subject matter, the book tackles everything from plumbing and electricity to woodworking and furniture repair. The first chapter, ``Your Home,'' covers such basics as permits, inspections and contractors. Subject heading at the top of pages refer readers to more-detailed information in other areas of the book. Perfect for the handyman dad. (Reader's Digest Books, $35). Available at bookstores and at www.amazon.com. CONTEMPORARY CRAFTS MARKET: One-of-a-kind ceramics, glassware, textiles, furniture, woodwork and jewelry. Santa Monica Civic Auditorium Santa Monica Civic Auditorium is a multipurpose convention center in Santa Monica, California. It was built in 1958. For trade shows, the Civic Auditorium features 11,775 square feet (1,094 m²) of space, while the stage adds 4,485 square feet (417 m²) more space, ,1855 Main St. (at Pico Boulevard). 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $6 general admission. (310) 285-3655; www.CraftSource.com. FLOWER SHOW: Floral designs, horticulture specimens, a plant market and white elephant sale A White Elephant Sale is a collection of used items being sold by a non-professional group of individuals second hand, much akin to a yard sale or garage sale, usually as a fund-raiser. are all part of the Southern Garden Club's 39th Standard Flower Show, ``Through the Garden Gate.'' Sepulveda Garden Center, 16633 Magnolia Blvd., Encino. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today. Free. (818) 781-4537 or e-mail Rita Desilets at Rita(at)neteze.com. CAPTION(S): 8 photos Photo: (1) no caption (``The Stratocaster Chronicles'') (2) no caption (flashlights) (3) no caption (man in airplane) (4) no caption (book: ``Reader's Digest Complete Do It Yourself Manual'') (5 -- 7) no caption (Vegas Poker Chip Caddy and Card Box) (8) no caption (ceramic bowl) |
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