Poll: What Are You Getting Dad For Father's Day, Norwalk?

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Sunday is Father's Day, and if you haven't purchased that perfect gift or card, there's still time to get it done, Fairfield County.

The National Retail Federation expects Americans will spend more than $13 billion this Father's Day.
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by Danny LoPriore

06/14/2013 12:00 a.m.

Fathers Day may be more popular this year than ever, according to the National Retail Federation, which tracks spending during this and other holiday periods right down to the penny.

More than 77 percent of Americans said they plan to celebrate Fathers Day this year. The survey found the average person will spend a total of $119.34 on Dad this year, up from $117.14 last year, a foundation report says.

Overall spending for Father's Day is expected to reach $13.3 billion nationally, with about $2.5 million expected to be spent to take dads out for special meals or to sporting events.

What do dads want for Father's Day? Post your comments, Father's Day congratulations and gift ideas here.

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