Published: April 25, 2025
From parties and picnics to concerts and crafting, there are many local celebrations taking place this month that honor Mom and encourage mommy and me time. Here are some:
DIY Mother’s Day Floral Arrangement
Thursday, May 1
Kids can create a fresh floral arrangement to give to Mom or someone special. Materials provided. Pre-registration required. Ages 8 and up. 6-7:30pm, Golden Glades Branch Library, 100 NE 166 St., Miami, http://www.mdpls.org
Mother’s Day Tea
Saturday, May 3
Create special memories at this “Morning in Paris” themed celebration with activities, sweet treats and more. Pre-registration required. Ages kindergarten and up. $40 for mom and child, $17 for additional child. 10am-1pm, Cooper City High School, 9401 Stirling Rd., Cooper City, 954-434-4300 http://www.coopercity.gov
Tea Party Celebration
Saturday, May 3
Enjoy family time together with a tea party and craft activity. Supplies provided. Ages 6-12. 11am-noon, Coconut Grove Branch Library, 2875 McFarlane Rd., Miami, http://www.mdpls.org
Mother’s Day Concert
Sunday, May 4
An inspiring concert honoring the beautiful connection between mothers and nature. 8pm,
Deering Estate Visitor Center 16701 SW 72 Ave., Palmetto Bay, http://www.deeringestate.org
Mother’s Day High Tea
Wednesday, May 7
Come dressed in your best attire for an afternoon of tea, sweet treats and interactive activities. 5-6pm, Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Dr., Coral Springs,
http://www.broward.org/library
Key to Mom’s Heart: DIY
Lanyard Keychains
Wednesday, May 7
Tweens and teens can design and color a one-of-a-kind lanyard keychain keepsake. Materials provided. Ages 12-18. 4:30-5:30pm, Palmetto Bay Branch Library, 17641 Old Cutler Rd., Palmetto Bay, 305-232-1771 http://www.mdpls.org
Mother’s Day Card Craft
Wednesday, May 7
Children of all ages can make a hand-crafted card and gift for Mom. Pre-register online. 6-7pm, North Regional/BC Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek,
http://www.broward.org/library
Love in Every Fizz
Wednesday, May 7
Have fun making personalized bath bombs with soothing ingredients and essential oils for Mother’s Day. 3-4pm, Little River Branch Library, 160 NE 79 St., Miami, 305-751-8689 http://www.mdpls.org
Story Time with Mother Goose: Celebrating Mother’s Day
Thursday, May 8
Spend special time together as Mother Goose presents a story-telling magic show. 10:30-11:30am, Lauderhill Towne Centre Library, 6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill, http://www.broward.org/library
Blooming Creations: A Paper Bouquet for Mother’s Day
Thursday, May 8
Create vibrant paper flowers for a unique bouquet to celebrate Mom. Age 6 and up. 4-5pm, Miami Lakes Branch Library, 6699 Windmill Gate Rd., Miami Lakes, 305-822-6520
Mother’s Day Ceramic Craft
Saturday, May 10
Kids ages 5 and older can paint a ceramic gift to give Mom. Pre-register online. 11am-noon, Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., Weston, http://www.broward.org/library
Paint a Picture for Mom
Saturday, May 10
Kids can honor mom, or another influential woman, by creating a work of art. 10am-noon, Miami Lakes Farmers Market, 6780 Main St., Miami Lakes, http://www.miamilakes-fl.gov
Mother’s Day Craft
Saturday, May 10
Stop by the library to create a special seashell picture frame for Mom. 1-3pm, Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines, http://www.broward.org/library
Celebrate Mom at Flamingo Gardens
Sunday, May 11
Enjoy the beauty of the surroundings, a special story time under the Banyan Tree and a live concert by My Little Violins. Moms receive free admission with a regular price paid entry. 9:30am-5pm, Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Rd., Davie, http://www.flamingogardens.org
Mother’s Day at Deering
Sunday, May 11
Pack a lunch and bring the family for a picnic with a beautiful backdrop or take a Mother’s Day Bay Cruise departing from the Deering Estate grounds. $10-$65. 10am-4pm, Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72 Ave., Miami, 305-235-1668 http://www.deeringestate.org
Musical Marsupial
Wednesday, May 14
Little scientists will become marsupial parents while learning about mammal adaptions through fun and engaging activities. $25/adult, $20/child. Museum admission additional. Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, 1101 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-434-9600 http://www.frostscience.org
