Looking for ideas for Mother’s Day weekend? Check out our round up of what’s happening in the Bronx. We’ll continue to add ideas as we find them, so keep checking back!
Free Mother’s Day Portraits at Bronx Documentary Center
May 8th, Noon-2pm
Bronx Documentary Center
Bronx residents will get a free 8×10 print, as part of our ongoing Holiday Portrait series, extra prints are $5 each.
Thanks to Fujifilm who donated the supplies for this event.
More info: www.bronxdoc.org
Family Art Project: Lavender Pillows and Violet Notes for Mom
Wave Hill
Known for its soothing and refreshing qualities, lavender makes the perfect gift for Mom! Listen to stories about animals and their moms and consider a special message for your own mother. Working with violet fabric and purple ribbons, make your own card to honor Mom with your special, sweet-scented gift. Mother’s Day Weekend event.
Free with admission to the grounds.
More info: www.wavehill.org
Mother’s Day Weekend Garden Party
May 7 & 8, 2016; 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
New York Botanical Garden
The most spectacular spring landscape New York City has to offer is the setting for live music, games, picnicking, and more. After a significant restoration and expansion, the historic Lilac Collection reopens, making room for more Garden spots to play and relax. Make a reservation for a delicious brunch and enjoy other special activities.
More info: www.nybg.org
Mommy’s Pamper Brunch at Pink Shisha
SAT, MAY 7 AT 12:00 PM
Pink Shisha
Join Pink Shisha for an afternoon of pampering. Complimentary brunch and mimosas, along with a swag bag for each attendee.
More info: www.eventbrite.com
Le Petit Art at Poe Park
Saturday, May 7, 2016; 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Poe Park Visitor Center
Create miniature works of art (4″x6″) or less using multiple mediums like acrylic paint, water color, pastel, pencil, ink, and surfaces like wood, canvas, paper, metal, and glass.
More info: www.nycgovparks.org
Bronx Book Fair
Saturday, May 7 & 8, 2016
Bronx Library Center
A Great Weekend for Book Lovers in the Bronx
The Bronx Book Fair is dedicated to engaging and growing the community of poets and writers in the Bronx and to connecting to readers and book lovers of all ages. Free Admission
More info: www.bronxbookfair.com
CONCIERTO DE GALA PARA LAS MADRES
May 8th, 7pm
Concert Hall at Lehman College
DANNY RIVERA Y LA SOPHY DE PUERTO RICO
More info: www.lehmancenter.org
Honorable Mentions:
These ideas may not be in the Bronx,but they sounded too fun not to share!
Cupcake Festival
Sunday May 8th, 1-5pm
Village of Fishkill
More info: www.k104online.com
Derby Day/Mother’s Day at Belmont Park
May 8th 11:30-6pm
Belmont Racetrack
More info: www.nyra.com/belmont