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MOM’S DAY OUT!
9 Local Mother’s Day Events
BY ADRANISHA STEPHENS
S ure, Mother’s Day gifts are always a pleasant surprise, but this holiday isn’t about spending
a ton of cash — it’s about spending quality time with one of the most important people in
our lives: Mom. Instead of a flower display or a sweet card, treat Mom (or yourself!) to a day
that’s extra special. Whether it’s getting out and exploring or relaxing and unwinding, our list of
fun activities to do together will make this Mother’s Day one for the books.

MOTHER’S DAY POT PAINTING
AND HERB GROWING CLASS
SAT. MAY 11
This Mother’s Day, take Mom to
a pot painting and herb growing
class. She will receive a hand-
painted gift and a plant that you
picked out just for her. Supplies
are provided, along with tips
and tricks on how to make this
a memorable gift that keeps on
giving. 910 Bladensburg Rd., N.E.,
Washington, D.C., 1-2 p.m., $26,
cultivatethecity.com. MOTHER’S DAY
KOMBUCHA WORKSHOP
SAT. MAY 11
Take Mom out this weekend
for an unconventional Mother’s
Day Tea. Instead of your typical
tea party, make a batch of fresh
kombucha with integrative
nutrition health coach Rachel
Abbett. Guests will learn how
to make this fizzy beverage as
Abbett explains the do’s and
don’ts of fermentation. You will
leave with a mason jar full of
starter kombucha, along with
the knowledge to get brewing in
your own kitchen. The workshop
will conclude with an all-ages
alternative to wine tasting, where
patrons will sample various
flavors as well as blend their
own. 102 E. Fairfax St., Falls
Church, Virginia. 11:30-1 p.m.,
Tickets start at $30,
facebook.com/ luminousandgrounded.

MOTHER’S DAY 5K, 10K
THROUGH MAY
Instead of brunching it up this
Mother’s Day, why not run for a
cause? Celebrate that special
someone in your life with the
sixth annual Mother’s Day 5K
& 10K, hosted by Virtual Run
Events. You choose the course
and pace as you time yourself
and report your finishing times
to the organization. Of each
registration, 15 percent will go to
VITAMIN ANGELS, an institution
that administers vitamins and
minerals to mothers and babies
that need them. Guests can
complete their race any time
in May, even better if it’s on
Mother’s Day. Check website for
location and time, Tickets start
at $9, virtualrunevent.com.

MOTHER’S DAY PICNIC
SUNDAY, MAY 12
Spend the day with Mom at
James Charles Winery and
enjoy a picnic at the vineyard in
her honor. As you indulge in a
specialized meal, make sure to
grab a seat out on the terrace to
watch some live music. James
Charles Winery and Vineyard,
4063 Middle Rd., Winchester,
Virginia. Tickets start at $20,
jamescharleswine.com. MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND
AT MT. VERNON
MAY 11-12
Stop by George Washington’s
place to see a bit of American
history, take in gorgeous views
of the Potomac and grab a photo
with Mrs. Martha Washington.

She will be handing out lavender
sachets to all moms on the
Mansion’s piazza. 3200 Mount
Vernon Memorial Hwy., Virginia,
9–5 p.m, Tickets start at $20,
mountvernon.org. fingers and mac and cheese.

11920 Grand Park Ave., North
Bethesda, Maryland, 10-4 p.m.

Tickets start at $34 for adults,
$15 for children ages 6-12,
kids 5 and younger are free,
pinstripes.com. MOTHER’S DAY CRUISE
MOTHER’S DAY TEA AT
GREEN SPRING GARDENS
MAY 13
Guide the family aboard the
Odyssey and treat Mom to an
event full of food, live music
and breathtaking views. Pick
between a two- or two-and-
a-half-hour cruise along the
Potomac River, and take in
historical D.C. landmarks from
the water. The brunch buffet
includes items like smoked
salmon and a build-your-own
Belgian waffle, while the lunch
menu offers prime rib, salmon
and a dessert station. 600 Water
St., S.W., Washington, D.C.,
Tickets start at $82.90/adult,
$49.74/child for brunch and
lunch; $109/person for dinner/
9:15 a.m. boarding time for
brunch, 2:15 for lunch and dinner,
odysseycruises.com. MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH
AT PINSTRIPES
MAY 13
This Mother’s Day, what better
way to celebrate than with a
fun game of bowling and food?
Dishes include custom omelets,
carved prime rib, fresh shrimp,
bagels, smoked salmon, waffles
and a chocolate fountain. For
the young ones, there’s even a
Kids Corner with pizza, chicken
MAY 13
Sip on some tea and listen to
classic poetry, all dedicated to
moms this Mother’s Day. Make
sure to stroll through the wooded
stream valley, layered with more
than 20 thematic demonstration
gardens before or after the event.

There will also be prize drawings
and favor bags available.

4603 Green Spring Rd.

Alexandria, Virginia, 1 p.m., $45,
fairfaxcounty.gov. MOTHER’S DAY GARDEN
TOUR AT TUDOR PLACE
HISTORIC HOUSE AND GARDEN
MAY 13
Take a springtime tour with Mom
this Mother’s Day as experts
guide you through an expedition
of the historic gardens at this
5.5-acre, 19th-century property.

Learn about plants that were
initially seeded a century ago,
such as the Yesterday, Today
and Tomorrow forget-me-nots,
Florentine tulips and grape
varieties ascending the
North Garden Arbor. 1644 31st
St., N.W., Washington, D.C.,
tudorplace.org, 9-10 a.m.,
Tickets start at $15 for members,
$20 for non-member,
tudorplace.org. ■
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