Monday, September 16, 2024

What to do on Mother's Day?

Thursday, May 9-Sunday, May 12

The MOMologues: The Original Comedy about Motherhood
Treat your mom to a truly unique Mother’s Day present from the Toledo Repertoire Theatre. “The MOMologues,” a heartwarming and hilarious set of recollections and reflections on motherhood. It follows a group of four women as they share the joys and challenges of raising children. The play includes mature content. Thursday-Saturday, 8pm; Sunday, 2:30pm. The Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th St. 419-243-9277. www.toledorep.org
 

Friday, May 10-Sunday, May 12

Spring Plant Sale at Toledo Botanical Garden
Let mom pick out her own flowers this year. There will be over 5,000 plants to choose from at the TBG Spring Plant Sale located at the TBG Greenhouses. The Maumee Valley Herb Society will be on hand with a variety of herbs. Or, pick out heirloom vegetables for a Mother's Day lunch from Toledo GROWs. 5424 Bancroft St. 419-536-5566. www.toledogarden.org.
 

Saturday, May 11

Tea with Mom at Clara J's Tea Room
There is always time for tea, especially with your mom! “Tea with Mom" is a Proper Tea served at 1pm and 3:15pm. A special luncheon is also available from 11am to 12:30pm. All moms receive a special gift. Call 419-897-0219 for reservations or visit www.clarajs219.com for information. 219 W. Wayne St.  Maumee. 419-897-0219. www.clarajs219.com
 
Making Strides 5K Walk at the Town Center at Levis Commons
Give mom a warm glow from exercising and helping others. The Town Center at Levis Commons is hosting the seventh annual NWO Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk from 8:30am-12pm. Last year over 4,000 walkers raised over $115,000. 3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-8888. www.shopleviscommons.com.

ComplEvents Mother's Day Tea
ComplEvents knows how treasured mom is and has designed an event to honor her. While listening to the soothing harp strings by Denise Grupp-Verbon of TAPESTRY duo, mom and family will be treated to the tasty treats from The Traveling Chef & Seven Little Cupcakes. 2-4pm. $20 adults / $12 children 3-12 / Free children 0-2. Brunner Campus, 1224 West Street, Genoa. 419-705-5538. www.mycomplevents.com

Mommy and Me Tea    
Children of all ages are welcome to attend with their moms or special grown-up lady friend. Dress your best and be prepared to enjoy games, crafts, and of course, tea and scones! Registration is required. 2-3pm. West Toledo Branch Library, 1320 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-259-5290. www.toledolibrary.org
 
 

Sunday, May 12

Mother's Day Brunch at Bravo Italian
Bravo Italian is serving a Mother’s Day brunch from 10am-3pm. Special features include crab cakes, eggs and eggs benedict. Special Mother’s Day mimosas add to the fun! 5001 Monroe St. 419-472-1200. www.bravoitalian.com.

Mother's Day Buffet at Claddagh Irish Pub
Give your mother the luck of the Irish! Claddaugh Irish Pub offers a Mother’s Day buffet with over 50 items to choose from on from 9am to 3pm. Each table is reserved for two hours for dining and visiting. Adults $24.95, kids $9.95 and kids under 4 eat free. Reservations are highly encouraged. 5011 Monroe St. 419-472-1414. claddaghirishpubs.com
 
Sunday Brunch at Granite City
Granite City is bringing out some extra goodies for moms from 8am through 2pm. Enjoy their standard Sunday brunch fair plus extras such as ham, pasta, and a variety of desserts. Mom gets a free carnation too! 2300 Village Dr. at The Shops at Fallen Timbers, Maumee. 419-878-9050. www.gcfb.net.
 
Free For Moms at Imagination Station
This Mother's Day, go scientific and let mom watch flowers freeze in liquid nitrogen. Even cooler — watching them break like glass! Moms enjoy free admission on Mother's Day. 1 Discovery Way (at Adams and Summit St. downtown). 419-244-2674. www.imaginationstationtoledo.org.
 
Providence Metropark Mother’s Day Cruise
Give mom a free ride! The “Volunteer," a replica 1870 canal boat, will be heading down the canal. The boat departs at 12:30pm, 2pm and 3:30pm for one hour cruises. The historic Isaac Ludwig Mill and General Store are open and free of charge. A fee applies for non-mothers to ride the boat. Call 419-407-9700 for information or to register. 13827 US 24 W. Grand Rapids, Ohio. 419-407-9700
 
A Cultural Experience at the Toledo Museum of Art
Give mom a cultural experience at the museum. Family-friendly events are happening all day. The Family Center is open from 12pm-5:30pm. Free glass blowing demonstrations are being held at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Check out the free exhibit “Crossing Cultures” while you’re there. 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000.
www.toledomuseum.org.
 
Brunch at the Toledo Zoo
Free admission for moms who bring their kids to the Toledo Zoo on Mother's Day, where kids can treat mom to a brunch in the Nairobi Pavilion. Seating times are available between 10:15am through 12:45pm. Non-member adult price is $20 and for adult members $18.25. Prices vary for seniors and children. Kids under 2 eat free. 419-385-4040.
www.toledozoo.org.

Hathaway House Feast
Show your appreciation for mom with a special dinner in a historic home. Lobster tail, filet mignon, appetizers, desserts and cocktails – of course, will be served from 12-7pm. Call to reserve your table at 517-486-2141. https://hathawayhouse.com/

Thursday, May 9-Sunday, May 12

The MOMologues: The Original Comedy about Motherhood
Treat your mom to a truly unique Mother’s Day present from the Toledo Repertoire Theatre. “The MOMologues,” a heartwarming and hilarious set of recollections and reflections on motherhood. It follows a group of four women as they share the joys and challenges of raising children. The play includes mature content. Thursday-Saturday, 8pm; Sunday, 2:30pm. The Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th St. 419-243-9277. www.toledorep.org
 

Friday, May 10-Sunday, May 12

Spring Plant Sale at Toledo Botanical Garden
Let mom pick out her own flowers this year. There will be over 5,000 plants to choose from at the TBG Spring Plant Sale located at the TBG Greenhouses. The Maumee Valley Herb Society will be on hand with a variety of herbs. Or, pick out heirloom vegetables for a Mother's Day lunch from Toledo GROWs. 5424 Bancroft St. 419-536-5566. www.toledogarden.org.
 

Saturday, May 11

Tea with Mom at Clara J's Tea Room
There is always time for tea, especially with your mom! “Tea with Mom" is a Proper Tea served at 1pm and 3:15pm. A special luncheon is also available from 11am to 12:30pm. All moms receive a special gift. Call 419-897-0219 for reservations or visit www.clarajs219.com for information. 219 W. Wayne St.  Maumee. 419-897-0219. www.clarajs219.com
 
Making Strides 5K Walk at the Town Center at Levis Commons
Give mom a warm glow from exercising and helping others. The Town Center at Levis Commons is hosting the seventh annual NWO Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk from 8:30am-12pm. Last year over 4,000 walkers raised over $115,000. 3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-8888. www.shopleviscommons.com.

ComplEvents Mother's Day Tea
ComplEvents knows how treasured mom is and has designed an event to honor her. While listening to the soothing harp strings by Denise Grupp-Verbon of TAPESTRY duo, mom and family will be treated to the tasty treats from The Traveling Chef & Seven Little Cupcakes. 2-4pm. $20 adults / $12 children 3-12 / Free children 0-2. Brunner Campus, 1224 West Street, Genoa. 419-705-5538. www.mycomplevents.com

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Mommy and Me Tea    
Children of all ages are welcome to attend with their moms or special grown-up lady friend. Dress your best and be prepared to enjoy games, crafts, and of course, tea and scones! Registration is required. 2-3pm. West Toledo Branch Library, 1320 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-259-5290. www.toledolibrary.org
 
 

Sunday, May 12

Mother's Day Brunch at Bravo Italian
Bravo Italian is serving a Mother’s Day brunch from 10am-3pm. Special features include crab cakes, eggs and eggs benedict. Special Mother’s Day mimosas add to the fun! 5001 Monroe St. 419-472-1200. www.bravoitalian.com.

Mother's Day Buffet at Claddagh Irish Pub
Give your mother the luck of the Irish! Claddaugh Irish Pub offers a Mother’s Day buffet with over 50 items to choose from on from 9am to 3pm. Each table is reserved for two hours for dining and visiting. Adults $24.95, kids $9.95 and kids under 4 eat free. Reservations are highly encouraged. 5011 Monroe St. 419-472-1414. claddaghirishpubs.com
 
Sunday Brunch at Granite City
Granite City is bringing out some extra goodies for moms from 8am through 2pm. Enjoy their standard Sunday brunch fair plus extras such as ham, pasta, and a variety of desserts. Mom gets a free carnation too! 2300 Village Dr. at The Shops at Fallen Timbers, Maumee. 419-878-9050. www.gcfb.net.
 
Free For Moms at Imagination Station
This Mother's Day, go scientific and let mom watch flowers freeze in liquid nitrogen. Even cooler — watching them break like glass! Moms enjoy free admission on Mother's Day. 1 Discovery Way (at Adams and Summit St. downtown). 419-244-2674. www.imaginationstationtoledo.org.
 
Providence Metropark Mother’s Day Cruise
Give mom a free ride! The “Volunteer," a replica 1870 canal boat, will be heading down the canal. The boat departs at 12:30pm, 2pm and 3:30pm for one hour cruises. The historic Isaac Ludwig Mill and General Store are open and free of charge. A fee applies for non-mothers to ride the boat. Call 419-407-9700 for information or to register. 13827 US 24 W. Grand Rapids, Ohio. 419-407-9700
 
A Cultural Experience at the Toledo Museum of Art
Give mom a cultural experience at the museum. Family-friendly events are happening all day. The Family Center is open from 12pm-5:30pm. Free glass blowing demonstrations are being held at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Check out the free exhibit “Crossing Cultures” while you’re there. 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000.
www.toledomuseum.org.
 
Brunch at the Toledo Zoo
Free admission for moms who bring their kids to the Toledo Zoo on Mother's Day, where kids can treat mom to a brunch in the Nairobi Pavilion. Seating times are available between 10:15am through 12:45pm. Non-member adult price is $20 and for adult members $18.25. Prices vary for seniors and children. Kids under 2 eat free. 419-385-4040.
www.toledozoo.org.

Hathaway House Feast
Show your appreciation for mom with a special dinner in a historic home. Lobster tail, filet mignon, appetizers, desserts and cocktails – of course, will be served from 12-7pm. Call to reserve your table at 517-486-2141. https://hathawayhouse.com/

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