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Make This Mother's Day One to Remember in East Tucson

Gift Ideas, brunch ideas and more!

By East Tucson Macaroni Kid May 5, 2023

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

Here are seven ways to make mom feel special in East Tucson 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! Need some inspiration? Download and fill in this really cute Mother's Day Keepsake



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 these easy Sunday Crepes. Let the kids help! 


 Charlotte Linde

4. Or go out to breakfast!

Here are a few hot spots in town to consider for your Mother's Day brunch:

Seis Kitchen 
1765 E River Rd #131,85718

520-612-7630

Prep & Pastry

6450 E Grant Rd, 85715

520-838-0809

Make a reservation here.

Nook
1 E Congress St, 85701

520-622-6665

Make a reservation here.

5. Spend the day together

Get out and enjoy spring in East Tucson! Pack a picnic lunch and head to Agua Caliente Park or on a short road trip to Museum of Illusions in Scottsdale.

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? In a world of Door Dashing, the options are limitless. Here's our top picks: 

Barro's Pizza

410 N Wilmot Rd
520-296-0616

Portillo's

3761 E Broadway Blvd
520-246-2300

Smokey Mo
2650 n 1st Ave

520-203-8250


7. Get her a special gift

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

Typo
5870 E Broadway Blvd Shop 128, 85711

520-514-0379

Casual, stylish accessories and home decor

World Market

5975 E Broadway Blvd, 85711

520-571-1460

Unique finds from around the world 

Hobby Lobby
5555 E Broadway Blvd, 85711

520-512-0242

It's Hobby Lobby; need I say more?

Creative Juice

2959 N Swan Rd, 85712

520-271-5023

Sip and Paint

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