As Spring rolls to a close, it is time again to honor the very special women in everyone’s lives. Spend some quality time with your mom, grandma, wife or any of the women that have helped raise you this Mother’s Day at these fun events and brunches.
5/11
Celebrate with Mom – Invite your mother, adopted mom, relative or special friend for a delicious brunch buffet with Women’s Connection West. Enjoy presentations from Miss Ritchie of Sweetheart Balloons and Floral in Holland, and Meryl Bishop, world traveler originally from S. Africa as she tells what it’s like “Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone.” Reservations suggested and complimentary childcare.
9:15-11am. $12. Highland Meadows Golf Club, 7455 Erie St., Sylvania. 419-841-9653.
Toledo Botanical
Garden’s annual Spring Plant Sale – Gardeners from beginner to “green-thumbed” can choose from more than 8,000 quality cultivars. With experts and master gardeners on hand to assist, visitors will be sure to choose plants that will best suit their yard’s unique needs. The event
also features activities for children, horticulture demonstrations, live entertainment and refreshments. Member’s only preview night Thursday, May 10, 4-8pm. Go online for workshop schedule.
Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm. $7 students/$8 adults. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr.
419-536-5566.
www.toledogarden.org
Restorative Yoga for Mothers – Ideal for moms of all ages. Ladies will be totally pampered with luscious
essential oils, warm tea and
tasty treats.
Still Waters Yoga, 8115 Monclova Rd., Monclova 419-877-9038.
www.stillwatersyoga.com
5/12
Pilgrim Church Flower Sale – Just in time for Mother’s Day you can come and choose from a wide variety of beautiful, healthy hanging baskets, combo pots, novelty planters and garden art.
9am-2pm. 1375 Sylvania Ave. 419-478-6012
17th Annual Perennial Plant Sale – The Black Swamp Hosta and Daylily Society will be selling the best selection of hostas, daylilies, ferns, wildflowers, companion perennial plants, and more! Members will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
8am-1pm. Walt Churchill’s Supermarket Parking Lot, 26625 N. Dixie Highway (S.R. 25, Exit 2 at US23/I-475, Perrysburg. 419-874-8964.
5/13
Degage Jazz Cafe – Featuring carved ham, turkey and roast beef
moms will love choosing the 45 items of favorites, entree’s and desserts!
Reservations required.
Seatings begin at 9:30am; 11:30am & 1:30pm. $7.99 children/$19.99 adults. 301 River Rd., Maumee. 419-794-8205. www.historiccommercialbuilding.com
Claddagh Irish Pub – This is the perfect place to show Mom some Irish hospitality in a fun and relaxing environment. Feast on made-to-order omelets, roast beef, Irish eggs with diced rasher bacon, traditional corned beef hash, banger sausages and shepards pie. Reservations required.
9am-3pm. $9.95 children/$22.95 adults.
5001 Monroe St. 419-472-1414.
www.claddaghirishpubs.com
Southbriar – Make Mom happy with dishes ranging from Angus Prime Rib, Cedar Plank Norwegian Salmon, Wiener-Schnitzel (viennese) and more.
Reservations required.
12-4pm. $10.95 children & seniors/$13.95 adults. 419-517-1111. www.southbriar.biz
Imagination Station – Museum will be open and, when the kids come with her, Mom gets in free! Bring the whole family down and celebrate Mom’s special day together, exploring, discovering and creating at Imagination Station.
12-5pm. 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674.
www.imaginationstationtoledo.org
Toledo Zoo – Show your mom she’s the best—and show her the world! All mothers receive free admission when their kids bring them to the Zoo. And from noon to 3pm, kids can head over to Nature’s Neighborhood and decorate an adorable mini-basket for mom (while supplies last).
10am-5pm. 2700 Broadway Ave. 419-385-5721. www.toledozoo.org
Hong Kong Buffet – Sauteed Lobster, Peking Duck and Cherrystone Clams will be perfect for brunch or dinner with mom. Reservations recommended.
11am-10pm. $12.99. 3015 Glendale Ave.
419-389-1888. www.toledohongkongbuffet.com
Oliver House – Treat Mom to a grand gourmet buffet featuring five different entrees in the elegant setting of one of Toledo’s finest and most historic settings. Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome.
11am-4pm. $11.95, children 5-10 yrs. old/$24.95 adults.
27 Broadway. 419-243-1302.
www.theoliverhousetoledo.com
