2021 Mother’s Day in Gainesville
There is a new type of mother in town, and she does not want the usual grocery–store tulips or drugstore candy. It is time to think and give mom something unique and unconventional. Whether it is a Mother’s Day brunch or a gift idea, here is Guide to Greater Gainesville’s compilation of where to go and what to buy for mom.
WHERE TO TAKE HER
Painting with a Twist
Grab a bottle of mom’s favorite wine and take her painting! This interactive experience is a fun way get some quality time with mom while letting your creative juices flow. Each instructor-led, two-hour session costs $38 per person. With the first session beginning at 1 p.m., several time slots are available throughout the day, and subject matter is dependent on the session. Take your masterpieces home to show off your artistic abilities and the fun day you had.
For reservations, visit paintingwithatwist.com/studio/gainesville/calendar/#.
Shoot GTR
Looking for something exciting to do on Mother’s Day? Pull the trigger on this unique experience. Take mom for a day at the shooting range and do a little target practice. Shoot GTR, Gainesville Target Range, is open every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Shooters new to GTR must first fill out a waiver and then attend a one-time, 30-minute orientation before shooting. Orientations run twice daily, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Mom can bring her own firearm or rent one from the facility’s artillery. A day at the range costs $24 per person, and reservations are not required.
Shoot GTR is located at 1610 N.W. 65th St., Gainesville.
Red, White and Blueberry Farm
It is blueberry season, so grab your mom, grab your bucket and hit the bushes. With 100 acres of family owned and operated blueberry-lined fields and beautiful sunflower patches, Red, White and Blueberry Farm is the perfect way to spend Mother’s Day. After the buckets are full, relax with mom in a wooden rocking chair while listening to live music. This experience is great for the entire family, with food, beer and other beverages provided by their charming on-site restaurant and a play area for children. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Red, White and Blueberry Farm is located at 3250 N.E. 140th Ave., Williston.
WHAT TO BUY MOM
Blackadder Brewing Company
For the craft brew loving mama, get her a beer-inspired gift basket from this local brewery. Inside the adorable gift, she will find a classy Teku-style glass, a locally crafted soy candle and a bar of soap actually made with an in-house brewed beer. The gift box costs $35 and is available while supplies last. Additionally, the brewery is offering mom a complimentary mom-osa or pint of her favorite brew on Mother’s Day. Relax in the old-world taproom before heading over to the Paint with a Twist located just next door. Food pop-up, Everyday Amore, will be outside serving up delicious Italian fare, such as shrimp skewers with a dill aioli, bruschetta ala Napoli and a yummy cinnamon Streusel cake with Creme Anglaise.
The Village Jewelers
Moms deserve the world. Skip the last-minute flowers and wow your mama with something shiny. The Village Jeweler in Haile Plantation has beautiful, timeless pieces perfect for any mama. From now until Sunday, the jewelry store is offering 25% off gifts for mom, and select pieces are 40% off.
Village Jewelers is located at 3625 S.W. 32nd Court, Gainesville.
For information, visit https://www.thevillagejeweler.com/.
Pure Aesthetics
Treat mom to some well-deserved pampering at Gainesville’s medical spa, Pure Aesthetics. The spa provides a number of services, from facials to body sculpting, that will be sure to make mom feel rejuvenated. For the month of May, Pure Aesthetics is offering $100 gift cards for only $80. There is also $100 off any filler, free dermaplaning add-on, buy one, get one 60% off area of CoolSculpting Elite and 25% off all SPF products.
To make mom an appointment, visit https://www.pureaestheticsgainesville.com/.
Uppercrust
Raspberry rose and double chocolate macarons, peach and pistachio cheesecake, lemon-blueberry cake with goat cheese frosting and chocolate covered strawberries –– oh, my.
Local artisan shop Uppercrust makes everything from scratch and sells goodies the very same day they are baked. Mom will certainly melt when she sinks her teeth into one of Uppercrust’s delectable treats, such as the strawberry almond tartelette made with locally grown strawberries.
Items are ordered a la carte but can be combined and constructed into a gift basket.
The bakery is located 4118 N.W. 16th Blvd., Gainesville.
For information or to place an online order, visit uppercrustgnv.com.
Written by: Laura Parrinello