Mother's Day offers the opportunity to celebrate the women in your lives that nourish, champion, sustain, and support you. Be it your mother, grandmother, a mentor you think of as a surrogate mother, or the sister you want to recognize for her fantastic mothering abilities, there's bound to be a woman in your life that would appreciate the profession of your love and gratitude.  

(Family portrait by Kate Nagle Photography)

Mother's Day may also be your day, and your family may need help thinking of special ways to thank you. For the next ten days, Sono-Ma will feature a collection of Sonoma County local, unique ideas to inspire celebrating moms - use it for your own shopping list or print it out and leave it where a loved one might catch a hint of what you are hoping for!

9.)  Gift Certificate to Cast Away Yarn Shop 

Support her creative pursuits with a gift certificate to Cast Away Yarn Shop.  She'll appreciate this personalized gift, and with a wealth of craft supplies, artisan gifts, and classes to choose from she's sure to come home with a smile!

Cast Away's featured local artist Isla Corbett's modern felt designs offer one tempting gift for mom.  From swinging clutch purses to lovely hair clips, mom will find beautiful felt accessories to remind her of your love all year long!

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Mother's Day offers the opportunity to celebrate the women in your lives that nourish, champion, sustain, and support you. Be it your mother, grandmother, a mentor you think of as a surrogate mother, or the sister you want to recognize for her fantastic mothering abilities, there's bound to be a woman in your life that would appreciate the profession of your love and gratitude.  

(Family portrait by Kate Nagle Photography)

Mother's Day may also be your day, and your family may need help thinking of special ways to thank you. For the next ten days, Sono-Ma will feature a collection of Sonoma County local, unique ideas to inspire celebrating moms - use it for your own shopping list or print it out and leave it where a loved one might catch a hint of what you are hoping for!

8.)  Family Portrait by Kate Nagle Photography

Give mom the gift of good memories.... a perfect gift for grandma too!  Just look at the endearing extended family (photo shoot at the beginning of this article) featuring dear Grandma in the middle.  Arrange for a custom family portrait gift certificate with the talented local photographer Kate Nagle.  Kate's ability to capture the bond between family members in a relaxed and authentic moment will create a priceless gift for the lady in your life.  Visit Kate's on-line gallery for fantastic photo inspiration and to arrange your family's photo shoot.

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Want to see the other nine tips now?  Head over to the Sonoma County Parenting Examiner to view the complete list today!

Mother's Day offers the opportunity to celebrate the women in your lives that nourish, champion, sustain, and support you. Be it your mother, grandmother, a mentor you think of as a surrogate mother, or the sister you want to recognize for her fantastic mothering abilities, there's bound to be a woman in your life that would appreciate the profession of your love and gratitude.  

(Family portrait by Kate Nagle Photography)

Mother's Day may also be your day, and your family may need help thinking of special ways to thank you. For the next ten days, Sono-Ma will feature a collection of Sonoma County local, unique ideas to inspire celebrating moms - use it for your own shopping list or print it out and leave it where a loved one might catch a hint of what you are hoping for!

7.)  Evening Out -“Babies” Screening and Soiree Benefit

The California Parenting Institute and Better Beginnings invite you to treat mom to a special Mother's Day weekend event.  

Come to the Rialto Movie Theater to be one of the first to view the new, endearing "Babies" movie and experience a lovely reception including wine and appetizers. 

Attending moms will also receive special gifts.   Read more here.  Watch the trailer here.
 

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Want to see the other nine tips now?  Head over to the Sonoma County Parenting Examiner to view the complete list today!