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From warm meals to hygiene products, a Jacksonville nonprofit makes sure to serve women in need on Mother’s Day
Read full article: From warm meals to hygiene products, a Jacksonville nonprofit makes sure to serve women in need on Mother’s DayA Jacksonville nonprofit gave away basic hygiene products, meals and other items to mothers experiencing homelessness during a special Mother’s Day event downtown Sunday morning.
Need last-minute ideas? Doctor explains why self-care may be the ultimate Mother’s Day gift
Read full article: Need last-minute ideas? Doctor explains why self-care may be the ultimate Mother’s Day giftWith Mother’s Day just around the corner, health professionals want to remind moms of the importance of prioritizing their health as studies show heart disease is the leading cause of death among women.
Grab and Go Mother's Day finds at Kendra Scott
Read full article: Grab and Go Mother's Day finds at Kendra ScottIt is not too late to stop and shop for the Mom in your life! Head on over to Kendra Scott at the St. Johns Town Center! Shopping for Mother’s Day jewelry at Kendra Scott offers a delightful array of elegant and vibrant pieces, perfect for celebrating the special women in our lives. From timeless classics to trendy designs, their collections cater to diverse tastes, ensuring you’ll find the ideal gift that reflects your mother’s unique style and personality.
Creating a Mother’s Day Bouquet with Goodwill Upcycling Vases and Elevating Store-Bought Blooms
Read full article: Creating a Mother’s Day Bouquet with Goodwill Upcycling Vases and Elevating Store-Bought BloomsMother’s Day is a time to honor and celebrate the incredible women who have shaped our lives with love, wisdom, and guidance. One beautiful way to express appreciation is through a carefully crafted bouquet that speaks volumes without saying a word. While store-bought flowers are lovely on their own, adding a personal touch by upcycling vases and receptacles from thrift stores can turn a simple gesture into a meaningful and sustainable gift.
River City Plus: Airing Grandma's Laundry back for Mother's Day
Read full article: River City Plus: Airing Grandma's Laundry back for Mother's DayTasha Mack is back with her award winning novel turned hit Stage Play Airing Grandma's Laundry and other hush family secrets at the Historic Ritz Theater for a Mother's Day Encore May 12th,2024 at 7 p.m. www.ticketmaster.com
Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Check out these gift ideas
Read full article: Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Check out these gift ideasMother’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re searching for that perfect gift to show the special moms in your life just how much they mean to you, you’re in luck! Anne Roy has rounded up some thoughtful and creative gift ideas that are sure to make this Mother’s Day one to remember.
Send Mom two dozen colorful roses this Mother’s Day for just $49.99 and with free shipping
Read full article: Send Mom two dozen colorful roses this Mother’s Day for just $49.99 and with free shippingIf you feel like Christmas was just yesterday, you may be surprised that Mother’s Day is quite literally around the corner.
Dinner date! This gift card lets you dine at Planet Hollywood, Bertucci’s, and more, now starting at $20.
Read full article: Dinner date! This gift card lets you dine at Planet Hollywood, Bertucci’s, and more, now starting at $20.Save 20% on restaurant gift cards to dining options like Planet Hollywood, Brio Italian Grille, and Bertucci's.
Mother’s Day 5K permit in question: Donna Foundation asked to move date away from election
Read full article: Mother’s Day 5K permit in question: Donna Foundation asked to move date away from electionThe city of Jacksonville has denied a permit for the DONNA foundation's Mother's Day 5K, which debuted last year in Riverside and was set to take place again May 13.
Mother’s Day 5K permit in question: Donna Foundation asked to move date away from election
Read full article: Mother’s Day 5K permit in question: Donna Foundation asked to move date away from electionThe city of Jacksonville has denied a permit for the DONNA foundation's Mother's Day 5K, which debuted last year in Riverside and was set to take place again May 13.
Sunny then showers tonight, flowers, sunny skies and hugs for Mom
Read full article: Sunny then showers tonight, flowers, sunny skies and hugs for MomMostly sunny and breezy with cloudy skies developing late followed by scattered showers, storms overnight through Saturday afternoon. Breezy and warm Saturday with clearing skies through the day. Sunny, cool and breezy for Mother’s Day.
Mother’s Day Brunch helps moms who have endured pain of losing child to gun violence connect
Read full article: Mother’s Day Brunch helps moms who have endured pain of losing child to gun violence connectMother’s day is typically a time for celebration, but for some moms, Sunday will mark another year without a child lost to gun violence.
CBP officers working to ensure dangerous bugs don’t enter Florida through Mother’s Day flowers
Read full article: CBP officers working to ensure dangerous bugs don’t enter Florida through Mother’s Day flowersThey’re colorful, beautiful and a traditional gift for Mother’s Day. But federal authorities say don’t be fooled because imported Mother’s Day flowers can often bring hidden dangers.
Girls flag football team gets $3K Mother’s Day shopping spree
Read full article: Girls flag football team gets $3K Mother’s Day shopping spreeAcademy Sports and Outdoors teamed up with the Jaguars to provide a girls high school flag football team with a $3,000 shopping spree at the location on Southside Boulevard.
Restaurant-worthy brunch for mom with Blue Bamboo
Read full article: Restaurant-worthy brunch for mom with Blue BambooMother’s Day is coming up this weekend, and award-winning Chef Dennis Chan from Blue Bamboo is here to show us how to elevate your “Make Mom Breakfast” game with tips for making breakfast favorites. It’s a Mother’s Day tradition to incorporate the kids to help cook for Mom, and he’s going to show how to make restaurant worthy pancakes and french toast for her special day.
Quiz: How well do you know these historic moms?
Read full article: Quiz: How well do you know these historic moms?When it comes to Mother’s Day, it makes sense that you might think about your own mom -- or the maternal figure in your life, whether that’s an aunt, grandma, or any special woman who has made a difference for you, personally.
Why did it take so long for Father’s Day to be created?
Read full article: Why did it take so long for Father’s Day to be created?On May 9, 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation declaring the second Sunday of each May would be “a public expressions of our love and reverence for the mothers of our country,” also known as, the creation of Mother’s Day.
Weekend weather update including High Rip Current Risk
Read full article: Weekend weather update including High Rip Current RiskSometimes our weather comes together perfectly for the weekend, that was sooo... last weekend. Yep, Mother’s Day weekend was amazing. Super sunny, dry, cool and only light winds.
Umbrella days return to Jacksonville
Read full article: Umbrella days return to JacksonvilleMother’s Day weekend will likely be the best weekend weather day we will see all year. Blue skies and sunshine! Granted, it may have been a touch chilly Saturday morning and evening. Saturday morning started at 46° and we had a high of 78° by Saturday evening there was a chilly breeze.
Floridians eager to celebrate moms after pandemic year
Read full article: Floridians eager to celebrate moms after pandemic yearPeople across the country have begun celebrating moms and grandmas for Mother’s Day 2021. Another Mother’s Day in the pandemic, but with Florida open moms and grandmas are celebrating a little differently this year.
Want to give mom a gift she’ll love? There’s a science to it
Read full article: Want to give mom a gift she’ll love? There’s a science to itBuying a gift for Mother’s Day can sometimes be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Cleveland Clinic’s Dr. Susan Albers said there’s actually a science to finding that perfect present.
Evening thundershowers will be “around” Jacksonville
Read full article: Evening thundershowers will be “around” JacksonvilleCold front will be moving through, bringing us better, cooler and beautiful weather for Mother’s Day weekend. But we aren’t there yet. That means hot, breezy conditions this evening. A few “pop-up” thundershowers have been happening either side of the Florida Georgia line. These will spread further north into Georgia and south into Florida. These will be scattered and many folks won’t get a big downpour, but may hear a rumble of thunder or two.
Final hot day ends with showers, storms this evening
Read full article: Final hot day ends with showers, storms this eveningIt is hot even with the breezy SW flow gusting over 25 mph at times. The high hit 92 and we will dip below 90 by 7 pm. It is pretty dry now but some showers or isolated storms may spark toward the evening across Duval and Nassau counties and up into southern Georgia through 8 pm.
Short on cash, not on love? Win mom over with these ideas -- all inexpensive or free
Read full article: Short on cash, not on love? Win mom over with these ideas -- all inexpensive or freeWhether you’re trying to save money or you simply don’t have much of it right now, there are still so many ways you can honor your mom on Mother’s Day.
Have you heard of these Mother’s Day rituals around the world?
Read full article: Have you heard of these Mother’s Day rituals around the world?Most of the world seems to have a traditional way of celebrating Mother’s Day and making sure moms everywhere feel loved and receive the praise they deserve.
5 reasons why you might want to consider skipping a restaurant on Father’s Day
Read full article: 5 reasons why you might want to consider skipping a restaurant on Father’s DayWhile restaurant reservation books are usually filled for Mother’s Day, there traditionally isn’t as much ink required for those same books on Father’s Day, according to one website. Father’s Day does see an uptick for restaurant activity, according to Womply, which said the holiday brings in 22% more revenue for restaurants. In fact, only 29% of fathers surveyed said they wanted to be taken out to eat on Father’s Day, according to Zagat. While they’re happy to spoil mothers on their special day and spend money at a restaurant, many fathers said they’d prefer to keep some money in the bank, Father’s Day or no Father’s Day. Cooking up some burgers or hot dogs is a joy for many fathers, and Father’s Day provides a great excuse to do exactly that.
Submit your favorite photo from Mother’s Day 2020
Read full article: Submit your favorite photo from Mother’s Day 2020As we all know, this Mother’s Day was quite different than most years, but that didn’t have to make it any less special. Even though this year was unconventional due to the coronavirus pandemic, we’re confident you all had creative and beautiful ways to honor your mother -- or another woman in your life, and we want to see what you did. Share with us a photo of how you pulled off Mother’s Day, despite some strange world circumstances.
5 virtual ideas to make Mother’s Day memorable
Read full article: 5 virtual ideas to make Mother’s Day memorableMaybe the biggest difference between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day is the element of getting out of the house. For Mother’s Day, the reservation books at restaurants and country clubs are typically filled throughout the day as people rightfully try to pamper their wives and mothers by taking them out to eat. This Mother’s Day can give people the option of being more creative and exploring virtual options, making the day just as special. Here are five virtual ideas to consider this Mother’s Day that can be done with a mom in the house, or with a mother or grandmother living far away. Do you have any other good virtual ideas for Mother’s Day?
10 delicious recipes you’ll want to make for Mother’s Day brunch
Read full article: 10 delicious recipes you’ll want to make for Mother’s Day brunchThere’s no better excuse to try out a new breakfast recipe than Mother’s Day. You’ll have this show-stopping brunch recipe done in just an hour. You'll use mini-bagels from the grocery store as the bread for this sandwich, along with bacon, cheese and eggs. Load the pizza up with eggs, cheese, bacon and any other kinds of veggies you like. Not only will it taste delicious, but this drink will give you protein from the cashews and nutrients from frozen cauliflower that’s in it, too.
Foster children united with new adoptive moms before Mother's Day
Read full article: Foster children united with new adoptive moms before Mother's DayJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A special Mother’s Day adoption event was held Thursday morning at the Duval County Courthouse for 16 families to unite foster children with their new adoptive mothers. “Every child deserves a loving and caring ‘forever home,’ and this ceremony means the adoptive moms will have their new child or children permanently in their home for Mother’s Day,” Gooding said. During the ceremony, which is held every year, 28 area foster children were adopted. “I felt like I’ve always been their mother, but just (to) have that confirmation before a day like Mother’s Day is just very sweet and special,” Bethany Moore said. David Gooding hosted this event to unite local foster children with their new adoptive moms!!
Best gifts for first-time moms celebrating Mother's Day
Read full article: Best gifts for first-time moms celebrating Mother's DayIt’s no mystery: the first year of motherhood is hard — like, really hard. There are the obvious go-to gifts for Mother’s Day, but let us help guide you toward the gifts that a new mother can really appreciate the most.