Off in Plaza Midwood, there's a hidden gem of a place called VanLandinham Estate Inn & Conference Center. This year the inn will be hosting a picnic for Father's Day from noon to 4 pm on Sunday, June 20. The cost is $10 per person per plate without beer and $15 per person per plate with beer. Kids four and under eat free.

The picnic menu will include Pulled Pork, BBQ Sauce, Cole Slaw, Rolls, Potato Salad, Fruit Salad, Baked Beans, Banana Pudding, Tea, Lemonade and Draft Beer.

Your doggie children are also invited. Guests are encouraged to bring picnic blankets, chairs, frisbees and other outdoor supplies.

Reservations are required and can be made by calling 704-334-8909 or visiting www.vanlandinghamestate.com. A cash bar will also be available. Attire is ‘come as you are’ casual.

VanLandinham Estate Inn & Conference Center

2010 The Plaza

Charlotte, NC 28205

(704) 334-8909