It seems somewhat trivial and lacking to try to encapsulate the thanks and appreciation we have for our mothers into one day. But here we are! Ironically though, the greatest thing we can do often just comes down to saying “thank you” and “I love you.” But that doesn’t mean we should stop there!
Without a doubt, this is her day, but that doesn’t mean we can’t deposit a little extra into the “mom account.” And let’s be honest here…sooner or later, we’re going to need to draw on that account for some misstep or boneheaded thing. Fortunately, moms are also known for extending credit when needed.
So, what’s to do after you’ve taken care of the “thank you” and “I love you” bits?
Ideas for Mother’s Day
Really, anything goes. Just take a minute to think about what mom enjoys. Does she like being outdoors, or is she keener on being indoors? Does she have a particular hobby or passion that you could tap into? What does she like to do when she has a day to herself? Regardless of the answers to any of these questions, the most important part of the equation will be time spent with her.
And if you’re thinking, “when is Mother’s Day?” It’s Sunday, May 8th, which depending on when you are reading this may determine how big a deposit you are making into the mom account…or how much credit you’re going to be needing.
We’ve pulled together a few options below, mostly brunches, and mostly on Mother’s Day itself, but there are a few others, so look closely. Remember that this can be a busy time, so consider tickets or reservations, even for those that don’t require it.
All information is subject to change and we always recommend contacting the specific locations to verify conditions and availability, especially those that are weather dependent.
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Algonquin
Mother’s Day Brunch at Cucina Bella
Date & Time: Sunday, May 8, 2022, 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Address: 220 South Main St, Algonquin, IL 60102
Phone: 847-458-2504
Mother’s Day Brunch at Port Edward
Date & Time: Sunday, May 8, 2022, 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Address: 20 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102
Phone: 847-658-5441
Information: Details
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Crystal Lake
Mother’s Day Brunch at Hickory Hall
Date & Time: Sunday, May 8, 2022, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Address: 406 W Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Phone: 815-477-5871
Information: Details

Harvard
Mother’s Day Brunch at Stanchion Pub
Date & Time: Sunday, May 8, 2022, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Address: 300 Front St, Harvard, IL 60033
Phone: 815-943-4805
Information: Details
Get Outside
Even if mom’s not a full-on nature lover, she’d probably be thrilled to enjoy a nice day out spending time with the people she loves. That could be as simple as sitting on the deck, walking around the block, or strolling around a nearby park.
And if you’re looking for parks, we are fortunate to have a lot of outdoor spaces of all different sizes and varieties. In fact, we’ve written about a number of them. Check out some of our local park district friends…
Hebron
Mother’s Day Tea at Novel-Tea House
Date & Time: Saturday, April 30, 2022, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Address: 9923 Main St, Hebron, IL 60034
Phone: 815-790-3489
Information: Details

Marengo
Mother’s Day Brunch at Niko’s Bar & Pub
Date & Time: Sunday, May 8, 2022, 10:00 am –
Address: 7509 South Grant Hwy, Marengo, IL 60152
Phone: 815-506-2055
Information: Details
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McHenry
Mother’s Day Brunch at Margarita’s Restaurant & Bar
Date & Time: Sunday, May 8, 2022, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Address: 2314 IL-Rt 120, McHenry, IL
Phone: 815-331-8049
Information: Details
Mother’s Day Brunch at UpRooted
Date & Time: Sunday, May 8, 2022, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Address: 2816 W IL-Rt 120, McHenry, IL 60051
Phone: 815-679-6996
Information: Details
Port Barrington
Mother’s Day Brunch at Broken Oar
Date & Time: Sunday, May 8, 2022, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Address: 614 Rawson Bridge Rd, Port Barrington 60010
Phone: 847-639-9468
Information: Details

Ringwood
Mother’s Day Brunch at Rusty Nail Saloon
Date & Time: Sunday, May 8, 2022, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Address: 4520 Ringwood Rd, Ringwood, IL 60072
Phone: 815-728-3017
Information: Details
