Watch CBS News

Best Mother's Day Gifts In Baltimore

So the breakfast in bed, flowers, and chocolate thing is wearing thin when it comes to treating Mom. How do you show the first woman in your life that you still care without looking like you don't even try anymore? We suggest you check this list, chock full of fun events for Mom this 2015 which are sure to show her that you actually put some loving thought back into the woman who certainly put plenty of loving thought into you.
Two-Course Mother's Day Brunch
Roy's Baltimore
720 B Aliceanna St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 659-0099
www.roysrestaurant.com

Date: May 10, 2015 at 11 a.m.

Brunch is always a popular choice to make Mom happy on her special day. It gives her breakfast and lunch options, whichever are her favorite, while still letting her sleep in. Roy's is a great place to have this meal, known for their upscale menu, featuring such tasty creations as Seared Asian Seabass and Porcini-Dusted NY Strip Steak.

Located in the scenic East Harbor, it will give the family a great view while dining. And because it is right alongside a plaza crammed with entertainment options, Mom will have the choice of shopping or catching a theater show after the meal. Roy's also has a great bar, if Mom wants to knock back a few and relax.

For Mother's Day, Roy's opens early, and rolls out their special Mother's Day menu for only $35, plus a special children's menu for the kids.

Segway Safari
Segs In The City
207 S Albemarle St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
(800) 734-7393
segsinthecity.com/baltimore

Date: May 10, 2015 at 10 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.

So you want to take your mother out and about to enjoy the beautiful day, but you also want her to relax. A contradiction, you say? Perhaps not. A Segway is a beautiful machine that allows the rider to stand upright and cruise along at upwards of 12 mph at the twitch of a finger. You can take mom out on a guided tour through beautiful Fell's Point, past the Katyn Memorial, which commemorates the fallen Polish of World War 2, and up through Federal Hill where she will enjoy the expanse of the Inner Harbor spreading out before her. She will also get to see such sights as the Douglass Myers Maritime Park, the Shot Tower, the Star Spangled Banner House, the National Aquarium, the Coast Guard Cutter Taney, the Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse, the World Trade Center, the USS Constellation, Little Italy and Harbor East; all this while enjoying the thrilling (but relatively safe) cruising machine which is a Segway. Take her out, and maybe enjoy yourself while your at it!

Mother's Day Brunch Cruise
Spirit Cruises
561 Light St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
(866) 312-2469
www.spiritcruises.com/baltimore

Date: May 10, 2015 at 9:30 a.m.

Brunch, as mentioned above, is a popular choice for treating mom. Why not do it in the most stylish way possible, by sweeping across the waters in a cruise ship? Spirit Cruises doesn't just offer top quality sailing, the dining is high class and you may enjoy your meal indoors in the climate-controlled cabins. The cruise ship offers discounts for the kids, music and peaceful walks on the open deck.

It's hard to think of a classier way to give mom the works, with little work involved!

Related: Special Activities For Mom On Mother's Day 

Mother's Day Picnic
Boordy Vineyards
12820 Long Green Pike
Hydes, MD 21082
(410) 592-5015
www.boordy.com

Date: May 9 & 10, 2015 at 1 p.m.

Known across Maryland for its seas of scenic vines, its earthy, rural appeal and its peerless, flavorful wines, Boordy Vineyards doesn't just grow grapes or produce wine, they also give year-round tours, wine-tastings, and host events both on and off the vineyard. This Mother's Day, join them as they throw a massive outdoor party for Mom which will feature live music by local artists, tasty foods by local caterers, locally churned ice cream by Keyes Creamery and, of course, wine tasting. Mom will walk away with a happy tummy, good memories, a smile and a complimentary wine glass as a keepsake.

Zappa Plays Zappa Concert
Rams Head Live
20 Market Place
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 244-1131
www.ramsheadlive.com

Date: May 10, 2015 at 7 p.m.

A legend of Rock n' Roll, Frank Zappa had a career spanning nearly 30 years. However, few know that he had his humble beginnings in Baltimore. Now, Zappa's son brings his legacy back to its roots with his tribute band, Zappa Plays Zappa. If your mom grew up in the 70's or 80's she'll get a kick out of going to this retro concert and hearing the music that brings her youth back to life.

Related: Ask A Chef: Breakfast Recipes For Mother's Day

Joel Furches is a freelance writer and researcher for The Examiner and Logos Software, and also manages his own catalog of writing on Hub Pages. Joel is on the board of directors for Ratio Christi. He has a bachelors in Psychology and a Masters in Education.
View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.