Make the Most of Mother's Day

Looking for just the right way to honor mom this Sunday? Here's some ideas for celebrating Mother's Day right here in town.

• Share a meal: What better way to show mom you care than taking her out for brunch or dinner? Many local restaurants have special menus for the holiday. has a special brunch menu (check it out at www.palatenewtown.com), has a brunch and dinner buffet, and will offer a brunch buffet from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

• Let her have a night out: The Washington Crossing United Methodist Church is holding "Ladies Night Out: Got Attitude" event tonight at 7 p.m. Bring your hat and attitude for this event. It's is open to all and will feature local nurse and communicator Ruth Cherry as the featured speaker. Kathy Ulrich will perform the music.  Admission is $5 and a hat. Register here.

• Pamper her: After all she does for everyone, Mom deserves some time to herself to relax and unwind.  The newly-renovated Urban Allure Salon and Spa at the is offering a special deal through Sunday. Get a gift card valued at $100 for $85 or one valued at $150 for $125. Or, if you need a gift in a hurry, salon and spa offers instant print gift certificates right from their website, www.davidjwitchell.com.

• Go wine tasting: has a special tasting event for Moms Saturday at noon that will feature a five-course gourmet food and wine pairing.  There will also be a fashion show. Reservations are required. The cost is $65. To register, visit www.crossingvineyards.com. If you're looking for a spur-of-the-moment wine tasting adventure, do a self guided tour of a few wineries on the Bucks County Wine Trail, which includes in Newtown, Wycombe in Buckingham, and Buckingham Valley Vineyards. More info here: www.buckscountywinetrail.com.

• Get her flowers: Don't show up to mom's house empty handed this weekend. Be sure to bring her some flowers on her special day. is offering 18 stem roses for $12.99 or a dozen for $9.99. has tulip bunches for $6.99. In the borough, order a bouquet from or .