Mother’s Day is on May 8—right around the corner—and trying to find something to do (or make) can be difficult. Here are some ways to celebrate the mothers in and around the Denver area:
Go on a shopping spree
Denver is home to several shopping malls and outlets which offer many deals on Mother’s Day; one of the most prominent is Cherry Creek Shopping District. Walk through the mall with Mom and explore many of the brand-name stores like Nordstorm or Neiman Marcus. You can also walk through Cherry Creek North and check out the boutiques, spas and galleries that are sure to entertain with their individuality and locally-owned charm. This is ideal for those who are drawing a blank on a gift for Mom since they can pick their gift out together.
Go to an art museum
The Golden Triangle Museum District is home to Denver’s distinct art museums that enrich Colorado culture with captivating art. Try going to the exhibitions at the Denver Art Museum (DAM). A noteworthy exhibit is “Samurai” by the Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Foundation, which shows a collection of Japanese armour and accoutrements. Alternates to the DAM are the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver or the Kirkland Museum of Fine and Decorative Art.
Enjoy a gourmet meal
After shopping and strolling through the art museums, sit down and savor a lovely dinner. Any and all types of restaurants can be found in the metro area. LoDo has a high concentration of restaurants such as Elway’s, a classic Colorado steakhouse. Cherry Creek boasts notable restaurants as well, one of which Second Home Kitchen and Bar, a great location for comfort food. Other Denver areas to try include the Highlands and RiNo.
Grab some elegantly arranged flowers
Receiving a bouquet of flowers can brighten anyone’s day, especially Mom’s. Lehrer’s Flowers is Denver’s largest florist as well as one of the best Mother’s Day florists around. They offer fragrant bouquets of freshly-cut and colorful flowers. Bouquets in LoDo is alternate to Lehrer’s as well.
Send a gift
For the students whose parents are out of town, write a letter to mom and send her a box of her favorite things. For the more crafty students, try a DIY project, from handmade coffee mugs to hanging window hearts made out of yarn. Several more can be found on Pinterest or Youtube.
Overall, Mother’s Day is a fabulous time to celebrate all mothers. Whether it’s shopping in Cherry Creek or making a DIY coffee mug, the most important thing about this upcoming Mother’s Day is that we take the time to honor the mothers and motherly figures in our lives.
