Mother's Day in Oz, 2025

​Over 100 years ago (in 1914, to be exact), President Woodrow Wilson made Mother's Day an official holiday.  As one might guess, it didn't take long for restaurants, florists, and confectioners to get in on it.  In fact, the woman who campaigned for the holiday, Anna Jarvis, was so disgusted by the commercialization of the holiday that she spent the rest of her life fighting to remove it from the calendar.  Of course, Mother's Day is here to stay, so if you're going to spend your money, you may as well do it locally.  There are plenty of good restaurants, florists, and confectioners in Oz to choose from, as well as other special offers from local businesses and organizations!

Port Washington  
Moonlight Tavern is offering a special Mother's Day Brunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  with choices such as Shrimp Polenta Benedict and Lemon Berry Waffles, with Bottomless Mimosas, Hot Ham & Roll Sliders, Fresh Fruit, Tiramisu, and a Salad Bar included with all entrees.  Inventors Brewpub is kickin’ things off early at 9AM with brewmosas, bloodys, and made-to-order breakfast through 3 p.m. with Prime Rib, Invent Your Own Burger, Omlette, Hash, Bagel, and more!  Reservations are recommended.  Call 262.431.2337 or online at https://inventorsbrewpub.com/book-an-event/.  The Steerage has a special Mother's Day Brunch with over 30 items, as well as a special buffet for the kids!  Reservations are required, so call them at 262 235 4281.  All mothers get a complimentary Mimosa with brunch from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at The Beacon, with items like Prime Rib and Eggs Benedict on the menu.  Call to make a reservation at 262-284-4393.

If you're looking for chocolates in Port, Chocolate Chisel has a wide variety of milk and dark chocolates to choose from, as well as chocolate dipped strawberries (pre-ordering is recommended).  Jewelry can be found at Sharbuno Jewelers.  Both Pear & Simple and Locally Inspired have great gifts and Locally Inspired is offering a Mother's Day Planting Event the day before Mother's Day, as well.  Finally, shop DreamPort Harvest Market is now open on Sundays from 9-3 and they'll have lovely gifts, local food, and seedlings for the garden for moms and everyone!

Saukville
Cadiville is having a very special Mother's Day Bloody Buffet, where you can take their delicious bloody and garnish it up your heart's content, or enjoy a variety of "Momosas" along with their Sunday Brunch menu!

For flowers, try Lighthouse Florist in Saukville.

​Grafton 
The Stillery in Grafton will be open from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. with a flower for every mom, specialty entrees, and mimosa flights!  Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are recommended.
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The Bloomin Olive is where to go for flowers in the Grafton area, and Sweet Trio and Handmade With Love has all the sweet treats mom might want.

Mequon - Thiensville
Cafe 1505 is serving a special Mother's Day Brunch with multiple seatings beginning at 8 a.m.  Reservations are required -- call (262) 241-7076).  The Foxtown Station offers Mother's Day Brunch from 10 AM – 2 PM with a delicious spread of brunch classics in a gorgeous setting—perfect for making memories with the whole family.  Adults: $60, Kids (11 & Under): $20, Kids (3 & Under): Free.  Reservations Required – Email Sarah at [email protected] or call 262-242-2200 ext: 1243 to reserve your spot today!  For the biker-mom in your life, Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson in Thiensville is having a Mother's Day Breakfast on Saturday the 10th, with special sales in store just for mom!

​La Terre at the Mequon Public Market is the place to go for blooms ​and Cocoa Tree Confectionery is the place to get chocolate and sweets.  Barthel's Fruit Farm is a great place to shop for flowers and seedlings, open 9-5 on Saturday and Sunday for Mother's Day weekend.  Head to Thiensville for Frankie's Spring Market on Saturday the 10th, which is another great place to get a gift for Mom, and also be sure to check out the 1st Annual Redbud Festival in Mequon, where kids can make cards for mom, and more!  For the mom that loves flowers, Roots & Stem Flower Farm in Mequon will have their Tulip & Tuber Sale on Saturday, May 10th, which is a great place to get a bouquet locally!
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Cedarburg
The Shops of Cedar Creek Settlement are having a special Mother's Day Weekend, the 10th and 11th, featuring treats, prizes, specials, samples, wine tastings and live entertainment just for mom!  On Saturday the 10th, there's a special Mother's Day Weekend Cedarburg Shop Hop, which is a great time to shop for mom, or for mom to shop!
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There's always a special caramel apple from Amy's Candy Kitchen or classic candies from Ashley's Confectionery to make mom's day, and flowers from  Rachel's Roses.  Armbruster Jewelers is, of course, a main stay for jewelry, but there are so many great jewelry and gift stores in Cedarburg, you could just take mom through them all and let her pick out just the right thing.

Waubeka
Willoway Farm will be selling fresh bouquets at Big Joe's Gas & Convenience on Saturday and Sunday, until they run out.  Zero chemicals and all in season, plus you're supporting a local farm!

If Mom is an outdoorsy type, she may prefer a hike at Lion's Den Gorge in Grafton, Sauk Creek Nature Preserve in Port, Harrington Beach State Park in Belgium, or a nature preserve such as Riveredge in Saukville or Mequon Nature Preserve.

Happy Mother's Day to all from Ozaukee Living Local!