Celebrating Mother’s Day in SWMI
I remember when both of my kids said “mama” for the first time. As those two little syllables blended together, my heart melted with my new, official title.
As each grew older, the calls for “mama” grew in frequency, leaving me a bit weary at the end of the day after my name was on repeat.
However someday, I know that “mama” will be replaced with “mom,” and it will be said much less often. These little moments often leave me conflicted about watching my kids grow up versus missing their younger, diapered versions.
Being a mom is a big job. One full of seemingly endless requests for snacks, toys, baths, and cleaning up something sticky (yes, something is always sticky).
In 2024, we are celebrating all Southwest Michigan moms this Mother’s Day with brunches, events and local gifts:
When is Mother’s Day Celebrated?
We celebrate all of the moms and their sticky, bittersweet adventures annually on the second Sunday in May.
In 2024, Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12.
Finding the Perfect Gift for Mother’s Day
Gifts don’t have to be purchased for this special day: a bouquet of dandelions, handwritten cards, or this fun printable will make her day memorable.
But for those seeking a traditional purchased gift, Southwest Michigan has oodles of fun options.
Flowers, desserts and gift baskets are just a few options in Kalamazoo. And if you’re hungry, there is no shortage of meals from our best restaurants in Kalamazoo.
Time spent together is also a perfect gift for mom: we’ve rounded up some special events for Mother’s Day too.
Read on for all of the local options for Mother’s Day this year in Kalamazoo:
In this Article
• Mother’s Day Brunches
• Events
• Local Gifts
• Florists & Garden Centers
Mother’s Day Brunches
Kalamazoo restaurants are offering both meals in person and carryout options to go for Mother’s Day.
Which meals will Mom love to celebrate her special day? Dutch baby pancakes? Waffles? Fancy omelets with hash browns?
Local places offer meals for a variety of palettes and preferences. Be sure to call ahead to secure reservations.
Mother’s Day Events
Spend time with mom over Mother’s Day weekend at some of these local events:
Local Gifts
Local shops are ready to celebrate Mother’s Day with special treats and gifts.
Business owners: email our editor to get your shop/product added.
Celebrate with Bert's Bakery
Kalamazoo: (269) 492-9111
Comstock: (269) 349-2091
Celebrate with Carmen Gutierrez Private Chef Services
chefcarmengutierrez@gmail.com
Celebrate with Cherri's Chocol'art
We make it easy for you and have some wonderful gift box options for moms! Please call, message or check out our online store to place your orders!
We also have a pickup in store option on our website 💐🍓
Celebrate with Continental Pastries & Delicatessen
Heart shaped yellow cake with custard filling iced with whipped cream icing and topped with FRESH strawberries. These cakes have been a tradition for 47 years.
$27.95 and serve between 8-10
(269) 968-7136
Celebrate with Dessert First
8-inch heart cake available for pre-order from Dessert First
Orders must be received by May 4, 2024
Celebrate with Do Something Lady
Gift certificates for workshops are also available for purchase on our website.
Celebrate with Jeannie Cleaning
Call today or fill out our free quote form online!
Celebrate with Pop City Popcorn
Fan favorite Strawberry Cheesecake includes strawberry popcorn, freeze dried strawberries, and cheesecake ingredients coated in white chocolate.
Gift packaging also available.
Celebrate with Rosie's Floret
$20 paper-wrapped bouquets also available for purchase at VerHage Fruit Farms & Cider Mill on Saturday, May 11th (9AM-4PM).
Celebrate with Schafer's Flowers
Celebrate with Schultz Sweets
Now taking orders for custom cupcakes to celebrate all the moms and mother figures in your life!
Choose your cake flavor, fillings and colors to make a creation as unique as she is. Nothing says " I love you" like pre-planning (moms love that), so order soon! The deadline is May 8th!
Click the cupcake photo to order.
Local Flowers + Plants
The Kalamazoo area is bursting with floral options from Mother Nature.
Whether you’re looking for a traditional bouquet or fun potted plant or tree, we’ve rounded up a big list of local florists and garden centers.
| Ambati Flowers 1830 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 | |
| Floral Creations by Sharon Portage, MI | |
| Flowerfield Farmstead 50330 Mill St, Three Rivers, MI 49093 | |
| Ivory + Oak Floral Martin, MI (local delivery) | |
| Oopsy Daisy 105 S Main St, Vicksburg, Michigan 49097 | |
| Polderman’s Flower Shop, Greenhouse & Garden 8710 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002 | |
| Plainwell Flowers 113 S Main St Plainwell, MI 49080 | |
| Romence Gardens 9660 Shaver Rd, Portage, MI 49024 | |
| Rosie’s Floret Mattawan, MI | |
| Schafer’s Flowers 3274 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 | |
| Schram’s Greenhouse 7313 S Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49002 | |
| Schuring Greenhouse 610 Schuring Rd, Portage, MI 49024 | |
| VanderSalm’s Flowershop & Garden Center 1120 S Burdick St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001 | |
| Viavi Flower Farm 44536 Paw Paw Rd, Paw Paw, MI 49079 | |
| Wedel’s 5020 Texas Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 | |
| Wenke Greenhouses 5071 Market St, Kalamazoo, MI 49048 |
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