Celebrate the moms in your life on Sunday, May 12. Hurry and make your reservations now if you’re going to eat out. But take a look at these upcoming events, too!
Mother’s Day
May 4
Mums, Moms and Music Hall Tour
Spend special time with mom during this 90-minute outdoor tour of Music Hall. Moms will get a bouquet of flowers from Gia & The Blooms. Outdoor Walking Tour begins at Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Oh; 11 a.m. or 1 p.m.; $25; friendsofmusichall.org.
May 8
GET MOVING FOR MOTHER’S DAY
Pick from two options to get moving with your kiddos: Little ones can take the music and dance class offered at 9:15 a.m., and moms can babywear and move and groove during KangaMoves at 10:15 a.m. Both options feature Mother’s Day-themed music and a small gift for moms in attendance. Lilypad Play, 2008 Madison Road, Cincinnati, Oh, $15, includes play pass; 513-321-1379 or queencityzbini.com.
May 9
THURSDAY ART PLAY MOTHER’S DAY GIFT
Kiddos can create a special handmade gift for the mother or grandmother’s in their lives; there will also be kid-friendly yoga after the art-making session. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 E 6th St., Cincinnati, Oh; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; $5 per non-member child, free for members and families with a valid SNAP or EBT card; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
May 11
HURRAY FOR MOM! (register)
Many animals have close relationships with their mothers. From the gentle jaws of an alligator to the comfy pouch of a wallaby, come learn about zoo moms. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Oh; 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; $25 per non-member, $20 per member, free for ages 3 and younger; 513-559-7730 or cincinnatizoo.org/education.
May 12
BARNYARD BABIES: MOM & ME (register)
Meet barnyard babies! See how barnyard moms take care of their young, make a craft and enjoy a snack. Winton Woods, Parky’s Farm, 10073 Daly Road, Cincinnati, Oh; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; $10 per child ages 2 and older + vehicle permit required; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH CRUISE
Hop aboard BB Riverboats and treat Mom to views, food and a souvenir photo. BB Riverboats, 101 Riverboat Row, Newport, Ky; Brunch Cruise: 1 – 3 p.m. Dinner Cruise: 5:30 – 7 p.m.; $56 adult, $34 ages 4 – 12; 800-261-8586 or bbriverboats.com.
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Brunches (May 12)
Forno Osteria & Bar
Brunch buffet from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
LOUVINO OTR
Brunch reservations through 12:30 p.m.
Metropole ON WALNUT
Mother’s Day menu from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Newport Syndicate
Brunch from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Seasons 52
Brunch from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; a Mother’s Day “Green Box” To Go is also available.