Celebrating Mother’s Day in SWMI
I remember when both of my kids each 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 being on repeat.
However someday, I know that “mama” will be replaced with “mom,” and it will be said much less often. These little moments are bittersweet personified and often leave me conflicted with 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).
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 2022, Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8.
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Finding the Perfect Gift for Mother’s Day
Gifts don’t have to be purchased to make mom feel special: 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:
Mother’s Day in Kalamazoo
Mother’s Day Brunches
Kalamazoo restaurants are offering both meals in person and carryout options to go for Mother’s Day:
Mother’s Day Events
Spend time with mom over Mother’s Day weekend at some of these local events:
Local Gifts
Blushing Design
Kalamazoo, MI
(269) 370-2997
Mother's Day with Blushing Design
Celebrate your Momma with flowers. This years bouquets will have lovely tulips, peonies, stock, daisies, and mixed greens.
Pre-order through the website. Deliveries will be made the Friday before Mother's Day, May 6th.
Celebrate your Momma with flowers. This years bouquets will have lovely tulips, peonies, stock, daisies, and mixed greens.
Pre-order through the website. Deliveries will be made the Friday before Mother's Day, May 6th.
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Cherri's Chocol'art
101 S Kalamazoo Mall Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 775-1424
Mother's Day with Cherri's Chocol'art
Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Most of our goodies for Mom are available for pre-order on our website cherrischocolart.com
Our giant, caramel-filled flower chocolates are available in-store only.
Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Most of our goodies for Mom are available for pre-order on our website cherrischocolart.com
Our giant, caramel-filled flower chocolates are available in-store only.
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Flowerfield Farmstead
50330 Mill St Three Rivers, MI 49093
(269) 271-6329
Mother's Day with Flowerfield Farmstead
A beautiful way to show your love and appreciation to your Mama! Our spring arrangements are filled with the sweetest of spring blooms. All of these blooms are grown right here on our farm! Including: Ranunculus, Tulips, Lilies, Sweet Peas, Stock & Snapdragons. In a bright spring time feel palette!
Our Mother’s Day Arrangements are a mix of our freshest seasonal blooms.
Local Delivery (10-15 miles north of farm) available for $10 Saturday 5/7. Farm Stand pick-up available Saturday 5/7.
*Please note specific flowers, colors and vase will vary.
A beautiful way to show your love and appreciation to your Mama! Our spring arrangements are filled with the sweetest of spring blooms. All of these blooms are grown right here on our farm! Including: Ranunculus, Tulips, Lilies, Sweet Peas, Stock & Snapdragons. In a bright spring time feel palette!
Our Mother’s Day Arrangements are a mix of our freshest seasonal blooms.
Local Delivery (10-15 miles north of farm) available for $10 Saturday 5/7. Farm Stand pick-up available Saturday 5/7.
*Please note specific flowers, colors and vase will vary.
WEBSITE
GIFT INFO/TO ORDER
GG Sweets
210 E Michigan Ave Ste 102 Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-0874
Mother's Day with GG Sweets
Mother's Day is going to be here before you know it!! Time to get your sweets ordered for your special lady!! You can stop in and talk to Emma, call 269-415-0874, or email catering@creativecateringservices.com to place your order.
We will take orders till we are at capacity or until May 2, whichever comes first!! Order soon to be sure you can spoil her, she deserves it!!
Mother's Day is going to be here before you know it!! Time to get your sweets ordered for your special lady!! You can stop in and talk to Emma, call 269-415-0874, or email catering@creativecateringservices.com to place your order.
We will take orders till we are at capacity or until May 2, whichever comes first!! Order soon to be sure you can spoil her, she deserves it!!
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Initial Attraction - Monograms, Gifts & More
3021 Oakland Dr Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 341-4444
Mother's Day with Initial Attraction - Monograms, Gifts & More
Our exclusive gift boxes have been crafted to make any mom smile, feel celebrated and impart just what a wonderful mother she is. Keep in mind, these boxes can be gifted to ANY mom, including a mother-in-law, sister who is a mom, best friend moms, and more.
Mother's Day Boxes will be gift boxed, with ribbon and a color printed enclosure card. Boxes will be shipped in time to reach recipients by May 7th or ready for pickup at Initial Attraction during the week prior to May 7th (you will be contacted when it's ready for pickup). Please let us know if other arrangements are needed and we'll do our best to make it happen!
These boxes are available ONLINE ONLY (for inventory reasons, we're not offering them in-store). Get yours before they're gone!
Our exclusive gift boxes have been crafted to make any mom smile, feel celebrated and impart just what a wonderful mother she is. Keep in mind, these boxes can be gifted to ANY mom, including a mother-in-law, sister who is a mom, best friend moms, and more.
Mother's Day Boxes will be gift boxed, with ribbon and a color printed enclosure card. Boxes will be shipped in time to reach recipients by May 7th or ready for pickup at Initial Attraction during the week prior to May 7th (you will be contacted when it's ready for pickup). Please let us know if other arrangements are needed and we'll do our best to make it happen!
These boxes are available ONLINE ONLY (for inventory reasons, we're not offering them in-store). Get yours before they're gone!
WEBSITE
GIFT INFO/TO ORDER
Jeannie Cleaning Mother's Day Giveaway
Kalamazoo, MI
(269) 762-2111
Mother's Day with Jeannie Cleaning Mother's Day Giveaway
WIN a $450 Mother's Day Gift Basket from Jeannie Cleaning!
The #MOMTIME Gift Basket Includes:
- $200 Jeannie Cleaning Gift Certificate for house cleaning or organizing services
- Massage Gift Certificate from Kneading Serenity
- Photography Gift Certificate from Aubrie Lane Photography
- Luxurious, all-natural skin care from L’Bri Pure n’ Natural
- Bottle of Clean-Crafted Wine from Scout & Cellar
Enter their giveaway here: https://kzookids.com/jeannie-cleaning-mothers-day-giveaway/
WIN a $450 Mother's Day Gift Basket from Jeannie Cleaning!
The #MOMTIME Gift Basket Includes:
- $200 Jeannie Cleaning Gift Certificate for house cleaning or organizing services
- Massage Gift Certificate from Kneading Serenity
- Photography Gift Certificate from Aubrie Lane Photography
- Luxurious, all-natural skin care from L’Bri Pure n’ Natural
- Bottle of Clean-Crafted Wine from Scout & Cellar
Enter their giveaway here: https://kzookids.com/jeannie-cleaning-mothers-day-giveaway/
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Kalamazoo Candle Company
Kalamazoo + Portage, MI
Mother's Day with Kalamazoo Candle Company
Remember to grab a hand-wrapped gift for Mom from Kalamazoo Candle Company 🕯 In-stores only.
Kalamazoo Candle Company has locations in downtown Kalamazoo on the mall and in Portage on Westnedge (across the street from Target).
https://kalamazoocandle.com/pages/store-locator
Remember to grab a hand-wrapped gift for Mom from Kalamazoo Candle Company 🕯 In-stores only.
Kalamazoo Candle Company has locations in downtown Kalamazoo on the mall and in Portage on Westnedge (across the street from Target).
https://kalamazoocandle.com/pages/store-locator
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Kzoo Laser LLC
417 Forest St Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 365-0339
Mother's Day with Kzoo Laser LLC
🥰 KALAMAZOO! 💐🌸 We have the perfect Mother's Day gift for that special wife, mom, or grandma in your life.
We can engrave whatever message and name you'd like. Several cake pan colors to choose from! Message us or call for more details.
🥰 KALAMAZOO! 💐🌸 We have the perfect Mother's Day gift for that special wife, mom, or grandma in your life.
We can engrave whatever message and name you'd like. Several cake pan colors to choose from! Message us or call for more details.
WEBSITE
GIFT INFO/TO ORDER
Mason Jar Plant Shop
116 W South St Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 743-7703
Mother's Day with Mason Jar Plant Shop
Are you looking to add some color to your home and your life? We've got a great selection of colorful plants just in time for Mother's Day!
Are you looking to add some color to your home and your life? We've got a great selection of colorful plants just in time for Mother's Day!
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Menchie's Frozen Yogurt
1700 S Drake Rd Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 459-6377
Mother's Day with Menchie's Frozen Yogurt
Pre-order a froyo cake at menchies.com now so you don’t forget her special day.
🎂 Our flavorful froyo on top of yummy cake is sure to put a smile on Mom’s face!
Pre-order a froyo cake at menchies.com now so you don’t forget her special day.
🎂 Our flavorful froyo on top of yummy cake is sure to put a smile on Mom’s face!
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GIFT INFO/TO ORDER
Pop City Popcorn
346 S Kalamazoo Mall Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 382-5770
Mother's Day with Pop City Popcorn
Mother's Day is coming right up and we know all mothers are unique.
Pop in and customize a unique gift box your mother will love! We have many boxes available to choose from and over 33 popcorn flavor options ready to go.
Mother's Day is coming right up and we know all mothers are unique.
Pop in and customize a unique gift box your mother will love! We have many boxes available to choose from and over 33 popcorn flavor options ready to go.
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GIFT INFO/TO ORDER
Renzema's Bakery
214 Link Ln Parchment, MI 49004
(269) 349-2086
Mother's Day with Renzema's Bakery
We’ve got Mother’s Day cakes! Orders must be in by Wednesday (5/4) at noon, and must be picked up by Saturday 5/7 at noon.
Please call with any questions at 269-349-2086.
We’ve got Mother’s Day cakes! Orders must be in by Wednesday (5/4) at noon, and must be picked up by Saturday 5/7 at noon.
Please call with any questions at 269-349-2086.
WEBSITE
GIFT INFO/TO ORDER
Schultz's Treat Street
3023 Oakland Dr Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Mother's Day with Schultz's Treat Street
Thank you for participating in our Mother's Day pre order of our Char-Treat-Erie boards! $10 of every board sold will be donated to Loy Norrix Grad Bash to help celebrate this years seniors!
Each small board serves 8-12 people and will make for a delicious gift your mom will adore! Items included on the board will vary but each one will include a variety of nuts, truffles and other chocolates as well as chocolate fudge, blueberries and cream fudge, original caramels and a BRAND NEW flavor of caramel, Lemon Blueberry, all artfully arranged and wrapped up for easy transportation and presentation.
Pre order is available now through Friday, May 6th. Pick up for all orders will be Saturday May 7th from 11am-8pm (regardless of the email confirmation date and time) or Sunday, May 8th from 2pm-8pm.
Those that pick up on Saturday will have an opportunity to purchase a bouquet of flowers to accompany your treat board while supplies last. We also have many other items on or artist wall that your mom will love like bath bombs, candles, cozy capes or glittery tumblers! Make this a Mother's Day to remember, all while helping a great cause!
Thank you for participating in our Mother's Day pre order of our Char-Treat-Erie boards! $10 of every board sold will be donated to Loy Norrix Grad Bash to help celebrate this years seniors!
Each small board serves 8-12 people and will make for a delicious gift your mom will adore! Items included on the board will vary but each one will include a variety of nuts, truffles and other chocolates as well as chocolate fudge, blueberries and cream fudge, original caramels and a BRAND NEW flavor of caramel, Lemon Blueberry, all artfully arranged and wrapped up for easy transportation and presentation.
Pre order is available now through Friday, May 6th. Pick up for all orders will be Saturday May 7th from 11am-8pm (regardless of the email confirmation date and time) or Sunday, May 8th from 2pm-8pm.
Those that pick up on Saturday will have an opportunity to purchase a bouquet of flowers to accompany your treat board while supplies last. We also have many other items on or artist wall that your mom will love like bath bombs, candles, cozy capes or glittery tumblers! Make this a Mother's Day to remember, all while helping a great cause!
WEBSITE
GIFT INFO/TO ORDER
Smitten Creations LLC
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 341-2019
Mother's Day with Smitten Creations LLC
Smitten Creations, LLC is offering personalized Mother's Day gifts. Message their Facebook page to order.
Smitten Creations is a local family owned business specializing in personalized gifts for all occasions.
Smitten Creations, LLC is offering personalized Mother's Day gifts. Message their Facebook page to order.
Smitten Creations is a local family owned business specializing in personalized gifts for all occasions.
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The Aroma Labs
352 S Kalamazoo Mall Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 352-3339
Mother's Day with The Aroma Labs
Celebrate the mother figure in your life. Spoil them with a mother's day gift of fragrance in a shower frosting, shaving cream, or shower gel. All custom made in her signature scent at The Aroma Labs.
Celebrate the mother figure in your life. Spoil them with a mother's day gift of fragrance in a shower frosting, shaving cream, or shower gel. All custom made in her signature scent at The Aroma Labs.
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GIFT INFO/TO ORDER
The Cookie Crafter
408 South Farmer St Otsego, MI 49078
Mother's Day with The Cookie Crafter
Mother's Day Cookies from The Cookie Crafter
🍪 Vanilla Cookies Heat Sealed/individually wrapped to guarantee freshness for up to 2 weeks
🏡 Pick up: 408 South Farmer Street, Otsego
💰 PayPal, Venmo, Credit/Debit Accepted
❌📦 ❌Sorry, I cannot Ship!
Pricing from $5-$15
Mother's Day Cookies from The Cookie Crafter
🍪 Vanilla Cookies Heat Sealed/individually wrapped to guarantee freshness for up to 2 weeks
🏡 Pick up: 408 South Farmer Street, Otsego
💰 PayPal, Venmo, Credit/Debit Accepted
❌📦 ❌Sorry, I cannot Ship!
Pricing from $5-$15
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The Grazing Table
402 S Burdick St Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 350-5721
Mother's Day with The Grazing Table
MOTHERS DAY BOARDS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!!
Surprise the mother figure in your life with a special charcuterie board just for them! We have two sizes available (this is last years board example!) that are perfect for small and medium size groups!
These boards are special, as they include some unique additions like honeycomb + thyme topped @laurachenel Brie, chocolates, floral and more! Our medium board also comes with an additional cheese because #cheeseislife and mothers deserve the extra love!
Orders are now live, so click the link in our bio or visit our website to place your order today!
Don’t forget, we are also open Tuesday-Saturday, 11-7! So stop on in and enjoy good food and a good time!
*this picture is our board from last year. each board is subject to look different as availability can change.
MOTHERS DAY BOARDS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!!
Surprise the mother figure in your life with a special charcuterie board just for them! We have two sizes available (this is last years board example!) that are perfect for small and medium size groups!
These boards are special, as they include some unique additions like honeycomb + thyme topped @laurachenel Brie, chocolates, floral and more! Our medium board also comes with an additional cheese because #cheeseislife and mothers deserve the extra love!
Orders are now live, so click the link in our bio or visit our website to place your order today!
Don’t forget, we are also open Tuesday-Saturday, 11-7! So stop on in and enjoy good food and a good time!
*this picture is our board from last year. each board is subject to look different as availability can change.
WEBSITE
GIFT INFO/TO ORDER
The Victorian Bakery
512 N Park St Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 553-6194
Mother's Day with The Victorian Bakery
Order a Carrot cake, Chocolate raspberry or Lemon Strawberry for Mother’s Day
Order a Carrot cake, Chocolate raspberry or Lemon Strawberry for Mother’s Day
WEBSITE
GIFT INFO/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 | |
Build a Balloon (Balloon Bouquets) 1912 Whites Rd, 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 | |
Speakeasy Flowers Local Delivery (20 mile radius from I-94/Sprinkle Rd) | |
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 |
