Mother's Day 2009 falls on Sunday, May 10, and if you haven't yet made restaurant reservations or picked out the perfect present for the mom (or moms) in your life, then it's not too late to score a great gift. Here are a few Brooklyn-based ideas that mothers are sure to love.
1. Breakfast in Bed
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Almondine Bakery
85 Water Street
(718) 797-5026
The phenomenal croissants at Almondine are guaranteed mom-pleasers, and if you're lucky enough to live in or near DUMBO, then you (and the moms in your household) can partake in Almondine Bakery's Sunday morning "room service" breakfast delivery. Simply go to the bakery's website to order from an assortment of fine goods that include freshly baked pastries, coffee, and orange juice.
Place your order at least 24 hours in advance. Prices range from $16 to $31 for breakfast for two.
85 Water Street
(718) 797-5026
The phenomenal croissants at Almondine are guaranteed mom-pleasers, and if you're lucky enough to live in or near DUMBO, then you (and the moms in your household) can partake in Almondine Bakery's Sunday morning "room service" breakfast delivery. Simply go to the bakery's website to order from an assortment of fine goods that include freshly baked pastries, coffee, and orange juice.
Place your order at least 24 hours in advance. Prices range from $16 to $31 for breakfast for two.
2. A Museum Membership
Photo © Steve Soblick
Why not treat your mom to a year spent enjoying one of these great cultural institutions?
3. Water Symphony
Photo by Kristen Goode
Bargemusic
Fulton Ferry Landing (near the Brooklyn Bridge)
(718) 624-2083
The perfect gift for music-loving mothers? An afternoon spent on Brooklyn's very own floating chamber-music hall, Bargemusic.
The concert line-up for Mother's Day includes classic pieces from Mozart, Schubert, and Dvovák. Tickets are priced at $40.
Fulton Ferry Landing (near the Brooklyn Bridge)
(718) 624-2083
The perfect gift for music-loving mothers? An afternoon spent on Brooklyn's very own floating chamber-music hall, Bargemusic.
The concert line-up for Mother's Day includes classic pieces from Mozart, Schubert, and Dvovák. Tickets are priced at $40.
4. Flower Mania
Brooklyn Botanic Garden1000 Washington Avenue
(718) 623-7220
If the mothers in your life have green thumbs, then make your way on May 10 to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Try to catch the last of the season's cherry blossoms, or meet in front of the Visitor Center at 1pm for a guided tour.
5. A Day in the Park
Photo © Sugar Pond
Prospect Park
(718) 965-8951
When the kids are happy, Mom is happy, and no one better understands that than the masterminds running Prospect Park. On May 10, the park will host a day of special events geared towards families. Take a pedal boat ride, go on an electric boat tour, or learn about "Bird Mommies & Migration" on a free Mother's Day walking tour.
Not tired yet? End the day's festivities at the park's Mother's Day Concert and Sing-Along.
(718) 965-8951
When the kids are happy, Mom is happy, and no one better understands that than the masterminds running Prospect Park. On May 10, the park will host a day of special events geared towards families. Take a pedal boat ride, go on an electric boat tour, or learn about "Bird Mommies & Migration" on a free Mother's Day walking tour.
Not tired yet? End the day's festivities at the park's Mother's Day Concert and Sing-Along.
