Outdoor Adventures

Celebrate Mother's Day Outdoors at One of These Six Gorgeous Destinations

Sometimes, all Mom wants on Mother's Day is some peace and quiet in the great outdoors. Here are some local spots you should hit up this Sunday.

05/06/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Sponsored Content

Looking for a Unique Gift for Mom? Adopt a Manatee

Your mom or mother figure will receive an adoption certificate, photo and biography of a Florida manatee—and help an important cause.

05/03/2022 By Megan McDonald

Hello, Spring

Grillsmith Restaurant Offers Up Comfort Food and International Dishes with a Twist

New cocktails usher in spring and a special Mother's Day menu kicks off on May 4.

04/29/2022 By Kim Doleatto

A Feast Fit For a Mother

Eight Local Restaurants to Celebrate Mother's Day

Whether they’re brunch-lovers or dinner-fanatics, treat the mothers in your life to a meal at one of these Sarasota-Manatee eateries.

04/22/2022 By Chloé Cuyler

Gift Guide

Gifts for Moms Who Love to Cook

Our picks range from items that will help you prepare a delectable meal to gifts that serve as the meal themselves.

04/11/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

Five Mother's Day Gifts for Moms Who Aren't Your Mom

Mother's Day is a day we spend thinking about our own mothers. But what about the mothers who've influenced us who aren't our own? Here are the gifts we recommend.

04/11/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

Mother's Day Gifts for the New Mom

We’ve rounded up a few local items that should give the new mom in your life a dash of calm, a sprinkle of style and a whole lot of joy for the holiday.

04/08/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Mother's Day

Six Top Picks for a Mother’s Day Picnic and Stroll

Missed the chance to make reservations at Mom's favorite restaurant? Here are six wonderful backup plans.

05/07/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Gift Guide

A Few Great Mother's Day Gifts

Handmade bags and shoes, the only hair accessory she'll ever need and an easy way to support the community.

05/07/2021 By Megan McDonald

Mother's Day

Where to Take Mom to Eat on Mother's Day

Because what is Mother's Day without brunch?

05/07/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Mother's Day

Local Women Entrepreneurs Donate Proceeds from Mother’s Day Gifts to Tidewell Foundation

The participating entrepreneurs are BSWANKY, CSJ Designs and Customized Styling by Jessica, Debbie Dannheisser Threads and Sara Jones.

04/28/2021 By Staff

The Perfect Gift

On Mother’s Day, Walk This Way to Payne Park

The city park is beautiful, easy to access, and—important right now—has plenty of room to roam.

05/06/2020 By Ilene Denton

Get Creative!

Mother's Day Gifts Kids Can Make at Home

Garden Elementary School art teacher Joanna Davis-Lanum has three easy, artsy ideas to surprise Mom.

05/06/2020 By Kay Kipling

Gift Guide

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Buy any of these gift-worthy local items individually for Mom or put them together for the ultimate mega-present. She deserves it.

05/06/2020 By Megan McDonald

Mamma Mia!

Celebrate Mother's Day With These Takeout Options

A number of local restaurants are offering Mother's Day meals to-go this year.

05/05/2020 By Allison Forsyth

Brunch Time

Here's Everything You Can Do In Sarasota On Mother's Day

From jam-packed brunch options to a night at the movies, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Mom.

05/08/2019 By Giulia Heyward

Gift Guide

Our Fashion Blogger Rounds Up the Best Gifts for Mother's Day

Fourteen great picks for the mother—or mother figure—in your life.

05/06/2019 By Heather Saba

Mother's Day

Your Guide to Mother's Day Brunch

Sunday marks a special day for mothers everywhere. Here are a few ways to celebrate.

05/07/2018 By Jordan Noyes

Mother's Day

An Ode to Mothers

Chef Judi remembers her mother, Riva Cooper.

05/10/2017 By Judi Gallagher

Retail

Mall Hosts Pre-Mother's Day Event

The Mall at University Town Center is holding its first All About Mom event from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 6.

05/04/2017 By staff