Love Local, Love Mom

PB Picks from our Publisher – Felonice Merriman

This Mother’s Day, skip the big box store and show Mom some love with gifts and experiences rooted right here in Palm Beach County. Whether she’s the spa day type, the outdoorsy type, or the “just let me drink my iced coffee in peace” type, there’s something local for every mom.

A Quiet Morning at Mounts Botanical Garden

Treat Mom to a peaceful stroll through 25 unique gardens filled with tropical plants, butterflies, and beautiful pathways. Pair it with brunch afterward for the perfect Mother’s Day morning. This May, Mounts is partnering with the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County for the ninth anniversary of MOSAIC. Enjoy Buy One Get One Admission Free plus a FREE plant from the nursery. Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach. www.mounts.org | www.mosaicpbc.com

An Iced Coffee She Doesn’t Have to Share

Pick up a bag of locally roasted beans or a gift card from one of PBC’s favorite independent coffee spots. Johan’s Joe (West Palm Beach), Subculture Coffee (Delray Beach and West Palm Beach), Oceana Coffee (Tequesta), or Pumphouse Coffee Roasters (Jupiter/West Palm Beach) are all great options. Bonus points if you bring it to her before the kids wake up.

Get Crafty at Picasso’s Creative Workshop

Head to Picasso’s Creative Workshop in Lake Worth and create a one-of-a-kind painted pottery piece for Mom. They have functional pieces like candle votive holders, jewelry dishes, and more. It’s a hands-on, heartfelt gift she’ll treasure.
www.picassoscreativeworkshop.com

Adopt a Sea Turtle

Give Mom a gift that gives back. Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s Adopt-A-Sea-Turtle program starts at just $40 and directly supports the care of injured sea turtles. She’ll receive an adoption certificate and updates on her turtle. 

www.marinelife.org/adopt-a-sea-turtle

A Class at the Armory Art Center

If Mom is the creative type, sign her up for a workshop at the Armory Art Center in West Palm Beach. From ceramics to watercolor to printmaking, there’s something for every skill level. www.armoryart.org

Spa Day at The Breakers

For the ultimate splurge, a treatment at The Spa at The Breakers Palm Beach is pure luxury. Think oceanfront relaxation, world-class treatments, and a day she’ll never forget. www.thebreakers.com

Brunch with a View

Take Mom somewhere special. Spruzzo, the rooftop restaurant at The Ben in downtown West Palm Beach, serves up Mediterranean-inspired dishes with stunning views of the Intracoastal and Palm Beach Island. Or try Aioli for a locally loved neighborhood brunch. Either way, Mom deserves a meal she didn’t have to cook, clean up, or cut into tiny pieces for someone else.