“Men are what their mothers made them.”
–Ralph Waldo Emerson
Mother’s Day provides the perfect opportunity to show the moms in our lives how much we love and cherish them and all they do. This month, show her some love by spending some special time together. While traditional brunches and lunches are sure to please, consider a few of these unique ideas that are sure to appeal to moms of all ages who appreciate a bit of culture and relaxation. Here’s to creating wonderful memories with mom!
Groove! Enjoy the first Tiny Porch Concert event of the season, Dustbowl Revival with Special Guest Jordan Bush and The Packrats, fittingly happening on Mother’s Day, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the iconic Peter Strauss Ranch Theatre in the Santa Monica Mountains in Agoura Hills. Music lovers will appreciate the high quality, original live music; proceeds benefit the Santa Monica Mountains Fund. TinyPorchConcerts.org
Get Artsy! Check out Allied Artists of the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore’s annual exhibit and sale at King Gillette Ranch, Sunday, May 4. Support local artists and causes their proceeds help fund, including their "Art is the Healing Force" fundraising campaign to benefit wildfire recovery. A portion of the proceeds from art sales are donated to conservation and environmental organizations. Allied-Artists.com
Create a Signature Scent! Book a blending bar experience at Sarah Horowitz Parfums (advance appointment required) in Newbury Park for a customized scent journey. Working with a Senior Perfumer, mom can choose from a curated selection of over 100 premium fragrances and essential oils to create her very own unique scent. SarahHorowitz.com
Relax & Unwind! For the ultimate thank you gift for moms that do so much for us, book a well-deserved massage at Squeeze Massage in Westlake Village. Tailor the experience to include all her favorite touches, choosing deep tissue, heat therapy, percussion therapy and aromatherapy at no extra charge. Their convenient app makes it easy set it up with a few simple clicks. SqueezeMassage.com