Mother's Day might mean beautiful flowers, heart-warming gifts, a grand Sunday brunch, a hand-made card from the kids, or a treat at a spa. Whatever it is, mothers would like to spend time with her family and children, and simply be loved!
Here are just a few of the many unique things happening throughout the bay area on and around Mother’s Day.
- Almost Mother's Day Kid's Concert (May 8, 11am - 1pm)
Where: Courthouse Square, Redwood City. FREE for whole family
- World Journal Mother's Day Festival (May 8 & 9)
Where: Cupertino Memorial Park.
Booth exhibits, with cultural diversity performance on the main stage. Seminars on education, health and finance...
- Mother’s Day at Oakland Zoo (Sun, May 9, 10:00am )
To celebrate Mother's Day, Mothers get to ride the train for free at the Oakland Zoo. A nice relaxing train ride through the countryside is a great way to celebrate Mother's Day. Fathers have fun too, they get to pay for Mothers. Families can have a great time seeing the nests our birds have set up, or the latest antics of the Macaws.
- Mother's Day BikeAbout at the Zoo at SF Zoo (May 9, 8:30-10am)
SFZS Members $25; all others $30. Children piggy-backing on their parents' bikes $7. Pre-registration required.
- Wildflower Bouquet for Mother's Day (May 9, 11am - 3pm)
Where:Russian Ridge
Instead of bringing Mom flowers, why not bring Mom out to the flowers this year? Past years have brought some pretty spectacular wildflower displays (and some pretty fantastic Moms!) to Russian Ridge Preserve on this celebratory Sunday in May. Celebrate your mom with docents Richard and Toni Gooch on this leisurely-paced, 3.5-mile walk to Borel Hill and back on the Ancient Oaks Trail.
- TUSSIE-MUSSIE FOR MOM (May 9, 1:30-2:30pm)
Where: Ardenwood Farm
Victorians assigned meanings to flowers and
sent messages via “tussie-mussies”. Select a
few significant blooms and create your own
“nosegay with a message” for Mother or
someone special.
- Mothers Day Celebration at Hidden Villa (May 9, 3-5pm)
Where: Hidden Villa, Los Altos Hills
Bring a blanket and picnic snack. Make sure to stop by the family crafts area and make a pretty lavender sachet for someone special! Register in advance and save. $10 per person in advance; $15 per person at the door.
- Blossom's Annual Mother's Day Pampering Celebration (Sat, May 8, 9am)
Where: Blossom Birth, Palo Alto
free open house with a variety of activities - including yoga, meditation, facials, nutrition talks and more!
- Mother's Day Special Train Ride (Sun, May 9)
Where: Niles Canyon Railroad
Treat her to a fabulous 1 hour 15 minute train ride aboard a luxurious Art Deco Lounge Car. $44 - $49
- May Day is Lei Day and Mother's Day Too (May 8, 9)
Where: Alameda County Fireground
Hawaiian festival. Mothers get half off ticket price.
- Mother’s Day in the Marsh (May 9, 11-12:30)
Where: Environmental Education Center, Alviso
Make this day a special one by taking mom on a family trip to your local National Wildlife Refuge in Alviso. Here you will have the opportunity to learn fun and interesting things
about wetlands and wildlife while taking a guided tour of the salt marshes of the San Francisco Bay. Visitors will hear from a presenter, see a slideshow, and walk through
the gardens and marshes at the Environmental Education Center. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED – All ages are welcome. Call Eric at 408-262-5513 ext. 104
- Mother’s Day Beginning Bird Watching(May 9, 2-3:30)
Where: Environmental Education Center, Alviso
Come join us for a special Mother’s Day Beginning Bird Watching. This is a great way to spend time with family while learning about many local and migratory birds. Start with a slide show indoors to learn how to recognize the regulars. Then borrow binoculars and take a guided walk to try out your new skills. All ages welcome. Program is led by Ceal Craig. Call Debra at 408-262-5513 ext. 102 for reservations.
- Mother's Day Brunch with Champagne and Kids Activities (May 9, 10am - 2:30pm)
Where: Silicon Valley Capital Club, San Jose
Don't miss this chance to show Mom how special she is by celebrating in grand fashion at our traditional Mother's Day Brunch.
The brunch will feature a delicious assortment of breakfast and lunch favorites by Executive Chef Michael Miller as well as a special champagne toast to all of the mothers!
Fun activities for children, including balloons, will also be provided. Families will also receive photos of themselves at the event, so be sure to reserve your seats! Three seatings: 10 a.m., 11am, 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. Reservations: Please call the concierge at 408.971.9300.
- Mother's Day Champagne Brunch at Fioli Garden (May 8 & May 9)
Where: Fioli
This sumptuous brunch buffet, served in the Visitor and Education Center, has become a tradition for many families that visit the Flower Show.
Saturday, May 8, 10:30 am or 12:30 pm, Sunday, May 9, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm or 1:30 pm.
$75 members; $85 non-members; $40 seated child (infant-17 years). Includes admission to the Flower Show.
- Mother's Day Brunch In The Garden (Sun, May 9, 10am & 12:30pm)
Where: Gamble Garden, Palo Alto
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a delicious brunch, live music, and champagne in the most gorgeous garden in Palo Alto. Enjoy sunshine, champagne, a Flamenco guitarist, and a Spanish inspired sumptuous buffet brunch on the patio. Guests can tour the gardens, feast alfresco on the Carriage House Patio, and then enjoy music and coffee on the Tea House Patio.
Fee: Adult: $65, Child: $50 (2 to 10 years old), all-inclusive. The delicious brunch is catered by Continental Caterers.
Please call the office for reservations at (650) 329-1356 (ext. 201), or register online before April 30, 2009.
- Mother's Day Brunch at Montalvo Art Center (Sun, May 9, 11:30am-2pm)
Treat your mother to a special day at the historic villa at Montalvo Arts Center. Hosted by the members of the Montalvo Service Group, the delicious buffet brunch is catered by Pat Smith's Extravaganza. Three seatings are available: 11:30 am outside in the Spanish Courtyard, 12 noon inside the Villa, and 1:00 pm outside on the scenic front veranda. adults: $50; Children 4-10 years: $25; Under 4 years: no charge. Reservations required by May 3, and will be accepted until seatings are filled. Call for reservations early, as this popular event sells out fast!
For reservations, call the Montalvo Service Group at 408.961.5823 or email the MSG Office.
- MOTHER'S DAY TEA at Cafe Primavera (May 9)
Where: Allied Arts Guild, Menlo Park
call us at 650.321.8810
- Mothers Day Brunch on the Bay (May 9, 12-3:30pm)
Where: Sausalito Yacht Empress
Captain Gerry will be pouring mimosas along with the Chef's special brunch as the Yacht Empress tours the Bay.
"Last year we had a full house and everyone raved about it," said Captain Gerry. "A few of the groups asked that we do it again, so we are." The brunch tour will leave the Sausalito
Clipper Yacht harbor for a two and half hour cruise. Cost is $90 per person. "We love to be a part of great memories," says Capt. Gerry. "And our events are definitely memorable." For more information, please visit: http://www.empressevents.com/blog or call (415) 720-7935.
- Mother's Day Brunch, Lunch or Dinner at a Restaurant
Check OpenTable list for restaurant and reservation. Brunch Buffet choices are: - Amber India (Mountain View, Santana Row, Union Square, Danville)
- California Cafe (Los Gatos, Palo ALto)
- Faz (Sunnyvale, Danville)
- Girasole Grill (Pleasanton)
- Grandviews at the Grand Hyatt San Francisco
- La Pastaia (San Jose)
- MacArthur Park - Palo Alto
- Mission Steak - Marriott Downtown San Francisco
- Parcel 104 (Santa Clara)
- Park Chalet (Golden Gate Park)
- Restaurant Soleil - Westin Palo Alto
- Spencer's for Steaks and Chops (San Jose)
- More restaurants for mother's day brunch in San Jose Area from Gayot
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