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Make This Mother's Day One to Remember in Essex County, NJ

Gift Ideas, brunch ideas and more!

By Jessica Kline, Publisher + Editor Macaroni Kid Clifton-Montclair May 5, 2022

Want to make mom feel extra special this Mother's Day? Check out local happenings this weekend on our calendar.

Here are seven ways to make mom feel special in Essex County, NJ 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!

Check out one of the brunch locations on our go to list.

5. Spend the day together

Pack a picnic lunch and head to a local hike.

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

7. Check out what local moms said they actually want for Mother's Day






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To be left alone for the day! πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚

A night of uninterrupted sleep!

Tickets to see the cursed child on Broadway!

Spa day☺️

SLEEPπŸ˜†πŸ˜†πŸ˜†

Not to go to my mother-in-laws and chase around the toddler because it’s not babyproofed in any way


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


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