Make this Mothers Day one to remember.  Offering a range of choices, from formal dining to relaxed buffets, as well as lovely gifts, our wonderful restaurants, hotels and retailers can help make Mom’s special day just right.  See below for some of our region’s Mothers Day offerings. 

Athenian Corner Restaurant, www.atheniancorner.com  Celebrate Mothers Day at the Athenian Corner Restaurant in Lowell with their authentic Greek cuisine, a winner with Moms from throughout the Merrimack Valley for the past 34-years.  Enjoy selections from their entire menu from 11 am to 9 pm.  To view the Athenian’s menu visit their Web site.
Call 978-458-7052 for reservations.

Centro Restaurant Lowell, www.centrolowell.com  One of the top-rated restaurants in the city, Centro will be open for Mothers day from 12noon to 9pm.  New menu as of May 7th, with Mothers Day specials.  Call for reservations 978-453-4630.

Cobblestones of Lowell, www.cobblestonesoflowell.com  Known for being one of Lowell’s finest restaurants, this Mothers Day Cobblestones will host a wonderful brunch featuring a variety of traditional and gourmet dishes.  From eggs benedict to seafood paella, and an entire array of decadent desserts, there’s sure to be something for everyone.  Visit their Web site for the full menu.  Adults $27.99, Children $14.99. 
Call 978-970-2282 for reservations.  

Concord’s Colonial Inn, www.concordscolonialinn.com  Located in a historic building in beautiful downtown Concord, the Colonial Inn is offering a range of Mothers Day specials for the entire weekend, including elegant Saturday and Sunday brunches and a lovely mother and daughter high tea on Saturday afternoon.  See their Web site for prices and more details or call 978-369-9200 for reservations.

Lenzi's Catering & Function Facilities, Dracut, www.lenzicatering.com  Join Lenzi's for a full Mothers Day buffet brunch featuring their special chocolate fondue fountain. 810 Merrimack Ave., Dracut.  Adults $24.96, Children $12.95.  Reservations on the half hour beginning at 10 am: 
978-458-2323.

Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House, www.louisamayalcott.org
Treat the mothers in your family to a nostalgic walk though the pages of Little Women in Historic Concord!  See where the beloved book was written and set, and discover how the real Alcotts compare to the fictional Marches.  A keepsake "Marmee" bookmark and 10% discount in the Museum Store will be offered to each Mother who visits on Sunday, May 11th.  For hours, tour costs, and directions, please consult the website or phone 978-369-4118.

New England Wildflower Society, www.newenglandWILD.org  Order Mom a gift membership before noon on May 8th, and she will have her Mother’s Day package, including a special gift card, available on Mothers Day at our Visitor’s Center at Garden in the Woods, 180 Hemenway Road, Framingham, MA. Mom will enjoy a whole season of free garden visits, discounts, and inspiration. And your gift will support native plants and healthy habitats throughout New England.  After May 8, give Mom a belated gift membership. We’ll send her the package and she’ll love you just as much.  508-877-7630.

Stonehedge Inn & Spa, www.stonehedgeinnandspa.com  Mom will have no doubt about how special she is when she sits down to an elegant four-course meal at the Stonehedge Inn’s Left Bank Restaurant.  The Inn’s prix fixe menu will offer such delicacies as pan seared salmon and grilled beef tenderloin, all accompanied by a grand dessert buffet.  Adults $55, Children 12 and under $25, Children under age 3 are free.  See Web site for full menu.  Call 978-649-4400 for reservations.

Verrill Farm Concord, www.verrillfarm.com  One of the region’s last working family farms, Verrill Farm is a local treasure.  Dine out-of-doors this Mothers Day in one of Verrill’s festive tents while enjoying the music of classical guitarist Enrique.  Brunch will offer locally-produced items prepared in the farm kitchen.  Adults $25, Children 10 and under $10.  Reservations required by May 9th  978-369-4494.

Western Avenue Studios Loading Dock Gallery, www.theloadingdockgallery.com  The Loading Dock Gallery at Western Avenue Studios in Lowell will be open on Mother's Day from 11 am to 4:30 pm.  Located on the 2nd floor of the A-Mill at Western Avenue Studios, 122 Western Ave., the gallery represents 50 of the artists who have studios at Western Avenue.  During the month of May the Showcase gallery at the Loading Dock is featuring Floral Studies, Pastels by Roland Cosby, and Photographs by Thaddeus Miles.  Free.

Wyndham Andover, www.wyndhamandover.com  It’s Mom’s day at the Wyndham Andover.  Join them from 10 am to 1 pm for Mothers Day brunch.  Their newly renovated ballroom will feature ice sculptures and an endless buffet of mouth-watering delicacies. Brunch includes flowers for Mom.  Adults $31, Seniors $26, Children 4-12 $12.
For reservations call 978-725-4446.