TAKE MOM OUT
Treat mom to a formal tea especially for her at The English Rose, May 8-10.
Georgia Winery Spring Wine Fest
Learn about the winery and sample local wines. Live music from Amber Fults and The Power Players, food trucks and a beer garden make it a full day.
In this BYO painting class, learn to paint the masterpiece "Bird Family Tree" and take it home with you. Multiple family members can work on the same canvas.
Chattanooga Market Mother's Day Celebration
Take mom to the Market to sample chocolate, wine and champagne and take in a performance by the CSO. Or grab flowers and local food to make a meal at home. Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Mother's Day Cruise on Blue Moon Cruises
Climb aboard The Blue Moon, a 70-foot Skipperliner, and have lunch on the river. Sunday, 1-3 p.m.
SUNDAY BRUNCH
Buffets set up in both "houses." $17, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Take your pick from a breakfast buffet, salad station, entrees and desserts. $26, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Stellar menu with specials like Colorado lamb, scallops and crab cake Benedict. $30, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
High-end brunch with a spectacular view, with entrees from $11-$25, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Lots to choose from from their fresh, regional menu, $47, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Champagne brunch and a buffet with carving stations, plus desserts. $37 for adults, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
HAND-MADE
Terrariums are the hippest self-sustaining ecosystem craft trend around. Make one at Cadence Coffee shop and present it to mom the next day - great for moms who don't necessarily have a green thumb. Sunday, 2-3 p.m.
Mother's Day Nature Crafts Workshop
Haul the family to Audobon Acres, let mom out to enjoy the fresh air while the kids make some last minute nature-themed gifts for her. Sunday, 2-4 p.m.
Crafts for Kids at the Library
This is a weekly activity at the library, but it's just in time for kid to make something before Sunday. Saturday, 3-4 p.m.
GET MOVING
Mountain Momma Half Marathon & 5K
For a very active mama and her family. Do the half marathon or just the 5K. In Sevierville, May 10.
Yoga at Enterprise South Nature Park
Get up early and do some all level vinyasa flow in the park. Followed by a day of shopping, perhaps? Saturday, 9 a.m.
Paddling by Moonlight at Reflection Riding
Explore the flora and fauna along the river. Be sure and bring a head lamp and bug spray. Saturday, 7-10 p.m.
Family Canoeing at Greenway Farm
Canoe with the family at Greenway Farms - or hike, bike and have a picnic supper. Camp Chair Cinema will features the film "Outdoor Chattanooga" at 9 p.m. Saturday, 5-10 p.m.