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Make This Mother's Day One to Remember on the North Shore of MA

Gift Ideas, brunch ideas and more!

By Jenny Sites, publisher of Macaroni KID Fredericksburg-Spotsylvania-Stafford, Va. and Cheryl Lachendro Macaroni KID North Shore MA Publisher April 29, 2022

Want to make mom feel extra special this Mother's Day? 

Here are seven ways to make mom feel special on the North Shore MA this Mother's Day:  

1. Make a card

A special homemade card is something she'll cherish forever. Just ask any mom you know if you need proof!

2. Craft an 'I love you'

Special gifts don't have to be expensive, just given out of love. Try this Recycled Magazine Butterflies craft!


 Sarah Hauge

3. Surprise her with breakfast in bed

Make this easy 5 ingredient croissant casserole. Let the kids help! 


 Charlotte Linde

4. Or go out to breakfast!

Here are spots in town offering special Mother's Day brunches:

Beauport Hotel- Gloucester

55 Commercial St, Gloucester

Brunch Hours: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Dinner Hours: Noon-9:00 p.m.

Celebrate Mother’s Day by the sea at Beauport Hotel in two different ways. Enjoy a brunch buffet in the hotel’s Grand Ballroom from 10:00AM-2:00PM; tickets are $64 for adults and $25 for children. For dinner, join the 1606 Restaurant & Bar for a three-course meal from 12:00PM-9:00PM; tickets are $57 for adults and $25 for children. For more information or to make reservations, guests are encouraged to call (978) 282-0008.


Seaglass- Salisbury
4 Oceanfront North

Salisbury, MA 

(978) 462-5800

This Mother’s Day, treat Mom to Brunch by the Sea in our upper level event center! Enjoy our exclusive Sunday brunch buffet catered by Seaglass Restaurant, plus superb ocean views all around you. Mom and the whole family will thank you for this special experience. Served Sunday, May 8, 10AM – 3PM. Make your reservation today! Call 978.462.5800.


Danversport- Danvers

161 Elliott Street,
Danvers MA 01923

978.774.8622

Make this year’s Mother’s Day extraordinary with brunch at Danversport. Allow our team to prepare Mother’s Day brunch so that you can focus on what matters most, saying thank you to an amazing Mom! Danversport hosts Mother’s Day Brunch in our Harborview Ballroom. The Harborview Ballroom welcomes guests with an open layout, large cathedral ceilings, and magnificent chandeliers.

Please select one of the spaces above to make a reservation. To make a reservation for a party of 13 or more guests, please call us at 978-774-8622.



5. Spend the day together

Get out and enjoy spring on the North Shore! Pack a picnic lunch and head to a local park found in our 5 Great Parks and Playgrounds found on the North Shore article or on a short road trip to one of these amazing destinations in our Road Trip Guide. If the beach brings you happiness, check out a beach destination in our North Shore Beaches Guide.


6. Treat mom to dinner

Make a family dinner at home — grilled pizza is a fun one for kids to help with. Don't forget dessert! Try this Salted Caramel Skillet Brownie.


 Erika Veduccio

Want to go out or order in? Here are some restaurants on the North Shore offering Mother's Day specials the weekend of May 8:

The Poynt- Newburyport
31 Water St.
Newburyport, MA 01950

See the menus!


Mission Oak Grill- Newburyport
26 Green Street
Newburyport, MA 01950
Telephone: 978-463-9009

Check out the menus!


The Hart House- Ipswich
51 Linebrook Rd. 

Ipswich, MA

978.356.1640

Check out the menu HERE!


7. Get her a special gift

Searching for that special gift? Get her a great gift and support a locally-owned North Shore business all at the same time! Here are some of our favorites:


Life Bloom Massage and Spa- Gloucester
5C Dr. Osman Babson Rd, Gloucester, MA

978-559-7896 

Our team brings a new meaning to relaxation and rejuvenation. We offer a variety of facials, waxing services and massage techniques, as well as a beautiful sauna room. 


Sea Meadow Gifts- Essex
Main Street Essex, Massachusetts

 (978) 768-3441

Our collection of American Artisans and unique gifts - includes totes, mugs, TownWear™ tees and sweatshirts, baby toys and fun games for children, decorative home accents and wall art. We also have a great selection of beautiful wind sculptures and decorative gifts for backyards and gardens. Many items are designed and handcrafted by New England artisans and inspired by the natural landscape of Cape Ann, Massachusetts.


Create and Escape DIY- Peabody

  71 Main Street
 Peabody, MA 01960

 978-826-4741

We provide a hands-on instructional approach so you have a stress-free crafting experience. We make it easy and fun for everyone! Whether you sign up for sea glass, hand-knit blankets, paint pours, canvas art or any of our DIY options, we are there to help guide you every step of the way!


Elise Travis Photography- Merrimac

P.O. BOX 346, 

Merrimac, MA 01860

17148035628

 Elise is  a published, award-winning photographer with over seven years experience working with the tiniest and most precious subjects. She is  committed to not only providing you with beautiful, timeless images, but also a pleasant customer experience. She is fully-insured, carries top of the line gear, backup equipment at every session, and takes the greatest care in ensuring you receive beautifully hand-retouched images.  She is a proud member of the National Association of Professional Child Photographers and further her education in the art of photography throughout the year. 


No matter how you celebrate, we hope you have a great Mother's Day!