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Make This Mother's Day One to Remember in North Kansas City, MO!

Gift Ideas, brunch ideas and more!

By Melissa Basgall, Editor and Publisher of Macaroni KID Kansas City & Jenny Sites, publisher of Macaroni KID Fredericksburg-Spotsylvania-Stafford, Va. May 10, 2024

Want to make mom feel extra special this Mother's Day? Here are seven ways to make mom feel special in North Kansas City 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. Get her a special gift

Searching for that special gift? Get her a great gift and support a locally-owned North Kansas City business all at the same time! Here are some of our favorites:

3. Craft an 'I love you'

Special gifts don't have to be expensive, just given out of love. Try this Recycled Magazine Butterflies craft!

4. Surprise her with breakfast in bed

Make this easy 5 ingredient croissant casserole. Let the kids help! 

5. Or go out to breakfast!

Here are spots in town offering special Mother's Day brunches:

6. Spend the day together

Get out and enjoy spring in North Kansas City! Pack a picnic lunch and head to a local or on a short road trip for the weekend.

7. 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. Want to dine in or carry out? 

  • For American cuisine, head to Summit Grill in Gladstone 
  • Keep it causal and grab a slice at Pizza Tascio off Burlington - voted best pizza in KC by local Macaroni KID readers
  • Or head to Zona Rosa and enjoy any of their fabulous restaurants 

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