Want to make mom feel extra special this Mother's Day? Here are seven ways to make mom feel special in Southeast Kansas City, MO this Mother's Day:
1. Make a card
A special homemade card is something she'll cherish forever. Just ask any mom you know if you need proof!
2. Get her a special gift
Searching for that special gift? Get her a great gift and support a locally-owned business all at the same time! Here are some of our favorites:
- Treat yourself or surprise a loved one with the gift of fresh flowers and let the beauty and fragrance of each bloom uplift your spirits. Join the Sunrise Hill Flower Farm subscription today and experience the joy of having a piece of nature's beauty in your home every week.
- Get a gift card to Prim & Poppy so mom can indulge in some self-care and pampering
- Shop the first annual Mother's Day Market on April 27th at Blooming Lotus Boutique
- Grab something from any of these great small shops: The Merrymaker Collective, Love, Sue or Under the Awning
- Enjoy a cookie decorating class with your kiddo at Peculiar Winery on May 12th
3. Craft an 'I love you'
Special gifts don't have to be expensive, just given out of love. Try this Recycled Magazine Butterflies craft!
4. Surprise her with breakfast in bed
Make this easy 5 ingredient croissant casserole. Let the kids help!
5. Or go out to breakfast!
Here are spots in town offering special Mother's Day brunches:
- Join us for a mother-daughter Mother’s Day brunch and tea featuring a design session with Fleming Floral Station and Mother’s Day portraits by Kay Web photography at Brick & Mirth in Pleasant Hill
- Pamper Mom with a delectable brunch assortment on the terrace at Powell Gardens this Mother's Day. All Moms will get a complimentary mimosa to pair with brunch. While this event does require a ticket purchase, moms will enjoy FREE admission to the gardens on Mother's Day!
- From 10am-2pm, head to Wally's in Lee's Summit for brunch!
6. Spend the day together
Get outside and enjoy spring! Pack a picnic lunch and head to a local park or go on a short road trip for the weekend!
7. Treat mom to dinner
Make a family dinner at home — grilled pizza is a fun one for kids to help with. And don't forget dessert! Try this Salted Caramel Skillet Brownie. Want to dine in or carry out?
- Keep it casual and grab a slice from Pizza Tascio - voted best pizza by local Macaroni KID readers!
- Head to Summit Grill or Third Street Social - both restaurants are in Lee's Summit
- Enjoy a three-course tier of food and tea at Mallinson Vineyard and Hall in Sugar Creek, MO. The tea will be from 2-5pm and if the weather is nice, there will be games on the patio.
- Celebrate Mother's Day with whimsy and wonder at our family-friendly extravaganza! Join us for a day of enchantment featuring a Mad Hatter contest for the most extravagant hat, delightful rounds of bingo, and a charming tea party for all ages. Don't miss this magical celebration from 3-4:30pm on Saturday, May 11th at Independence Center!
