Anna Jarvis, the founder of Mother’s Day in the U.S., said of the mass-commercialization of the holiday,
“A printed card means nothing except that you are too lazy to write to the woman who has done more for you than anyone in the world. And candy! You take a box to Mother—and then eat most of it yourself. A pretty sentiment.”
So, you better do something good. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
SAT 5.8
Mothers Day Wine and Chocolate Pairing @ Lieb Family Cellars
11 a.m.-6 p.m. $18 per person. Reservations required. www.liebcellars.com. 631-734-1100.
Taste gourmet chocolates paired with award-winning wines in celebration of everyone’s favorite person…mom!
Mother’s Day Plant Sale @ Clark Botanic Garden
193 I.U. Willets Rd., Albertson. 516-829-8374. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Clark Botanic Garden is pleased to announce our annual spring plant sale, just in time for Mother’s Day! There will be many booths with a large variety of plants and flowers, including trees, shrubs, herbs, perennials, annuals, hanging baskets, vegetables, and much more. The booths are manned by very knowledgeable auxiliary members that will help you with any questions you might have. On Saturday, we will be featuring Green Gardening talk. The shop at the Garden will also be open throughout the plant sale for finding that perfect gift, and our plant sale will also feature a bake shop, tea room, and art show. We will also be selling Bioferm, aka “Black Gold”, for your garden.
Mother’s Day Storytime @ Barnes & Noble
1542 Northern Blvd., Manhasset. 516-365-6723. 11 a.m.
Storytime and craft with guest Clifford the Big Red Dog.
Mother’s Day Craft @ Manhasset Library
30 Onderdonk Ave., Manhasset. 516-627-2300. 1-4:30 p.m. Kids ages 3+
A self-guided art project for kids.
Plant Sale @ Prince of Peace Regional Catholic School
9 a.m.-4 p.m. 200 Main St., Sayville. 631-589-3426.
Mother’s Day Plant and Bake Sale @ St. James Gazebo
Lake Avenue & Railroad Avenue, St. James. 631-584-5340.
Plants and baked goods for sale.
Mother’s Day Bouquet Project @ Old Westbury Gardens
71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 516-333-0048. 11 a.m.-Noon. Kids ages 6-10. Registration required.
Create a floral gift for your mother or grandmother.
Fair and Plant Sale @ United Church of Rockville Centre
430 Morris Ave., Rockville Centre. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 516-766-2975
Mother’s Day Plant Sale @ Arthur H. Clune American Legion Post 1533
Mastic Beach Road & Washington Avenue, Mastic Beach. 631-395-1981. 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Hicksville Boys & Girls Club Craft Fair & Gift Show @ Levittown Hall
200 Levittown Pkwy., Hicksville. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
SUN 5.9
Mother’s Day Brunch @ The Carltun
Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. 516-542-0700. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Complimentary Bloody Mary, mimosa or a glass of wine. Unlimited juices, soft drinks, coffee & tea. Continental, seafood, breakfast, carving, sauté, pasta, hot Italian, Kids Corner & Dessert Café stations.
Mother’s Day @ Glen Cove Mansion
200 Dosoris Ln., 516-674-2955. 1p.m. & 4 p.m. $49 per person.
A festive meal inspired by historic menus of the Gold Coast Era. Complimentary glass of champagne or passion fruit mimosa.
Mother’s Day Stroll @ Long Island Museum
1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook. Noon-5 p.m. Free for moms. 631-7510066 ext. 248. www.longislandmuseum.org
A stroll through the beautiful grounds and galleries.
Mother’s Day Brunch @ Atlantis Marine World Aquarium
431 E. Main St., Riverhead.www.atlantismarineworld.com. 631-208-9200. $33, $28. 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.
Treat the mom in your family to a beautiful brunch at the Aquarium. Enjoy tasty food, entertainment, and lots of fun activities for the kids, including a craft for mom that she’ll always treasure!
Mothers Day Wine and Chocolate Pairing @ Lieb Family Cellars
11 a.m.-6 p.m. $18 per person. Reservations required. www.liebcellars.com. 631-734-1100.
Taste gourmet chocolates paired with award-winning wines in celebration of everyone’s favorite person…mom!
Mother’s Day Mass & Breakfast @ Irish American Society
297 Willis Ave., Mineola. 516-746-9392. Reservation required.
Features a full Irish breakfast to celebrate mom.
Mother’s Day Rosé Release Party @ Roanoke Vineyards
3543 Sound Ave., Riverhead. 2-5 p.m.
Owners Richard and Soraya Pisacano celebrate the release of the vineyard’s 2009 DeRosa Rosé.
