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Mother’s Day Events in Hartford County: Fashion, Races, Tea Parties, Art, and Comedy
Mothers love Sundays. They sleep late, caressed by lavender eye masks that subtly fragrance the air. When they arise, an immaculate house greets them, and they can spend the day lounging with an inspirational book. Cooking, cleaning, changing diapers, and vacuuming shattered cheese crackers off car seats can wait for another day. Oh—it’s not like that for you? Happy to hear I'm not alone in my weekend mad dash.
At least one Sunday, however, should be different. For more than 100 years, Mother’s Day has been set aside as a special time to celebrate moms, their dedication to family, and their efforts in raising children. Some moms look forward to the traditional bouquets of flowers, boxes of chocolates, and sentimental cards. Others want to be taken out to dinner or a spa. Still others prefer a family day at a park, zoo, or aquarium. Whatever you wish for, we hope it comes true. Here are a few family events (many of them free) to help you have a beautiful day.
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Saturday, May 9
CT Race in the Park in New Britain
Join the fight against breast cancer with this 5K event that begins at 8 a.m. in Walnut Hill Park.
27 West Main Street, New Britain CT
Haute History: A Vintage-Inspired Fashion Show at the Connecticut Historical Society
See mannequins dressed in fabulous gowns dating from the 1910s through the 1970s, and enjoy a fashion show.
One Elizabeth Street, Hartford CT
Mom’s the Word Tea Party at New Britain Museum of American Art
Take part in the first annual teddy bear tea party. Come dressed for the occasion and enjoy light refreshments, tour the museum, and make a craft
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56 Lexington Avenue, New Britain CT
Mother’s Day Tea at the Windsor Public Library
Children ages 6-10 are invited to bring their moms to a tea party, share in story time, and make a craft. Free.
323 Broad Street, Windsor CT
Mother's Day Tea Party at Stew Leonard's in Newington
Little chefs ages 2-5 are invited to celebrate with their moms.
3475 Berlin Turnpike, Newington CT
Sunday, May 10
Wildflower Walk at Roaring Brook Nature Center in Canton
Enjoy a relaxing walk suitable for all ages, while learning about our state’s spring flowers. Free for moms.
70 Gracey Road, Canton CT
Vernon Mother’s Day Run in Vernon
Form a special mother-son, or mother-daughter team and challenge each other to this 5K at Henry Park. Teams must pre-register.
120 South Street, Vernon CT
Mother's Day Card Making at the Carousel Museum in Bristol
Explore the museum, learn the art of printmaking, and create a special card for mom or grandma. Free for moms.
95 Riverside Avenue, Route 72, Bristol CT
Mother's Day at The Connecticut Science Center in Hartford
Enjoy a science-themed day and check out the new Extreme Dinosaurs exhibit. Free for moms.
250 Columbus Blvd., Hartford CT
Mother’s Day at Stanley-Whitman House in Farmington
Bond over history and learn about life in Colonial America by visiting this living history center and museum. Free for moms.
37 High Street, Farmington CT
Theatre Guild Presentation at Simsbury Public Library
Spend the afternoon laughing and enjoying 'Mrs. Parliament's Night Out' by Norm Foster, read by veteran actors from the Theatre Guild of Simsbury. After her husband forgets their 32nd wedding anniversary, Theresa Parliament sets out to find a life for herself in this comical, life-affirming fable-like tale. Free.
725 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury
Mother's Day at Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford
As a mother of 7, Harriet Beecher Stowe certainly understood the joys and challenges of raising children. Enjoy a glimpse into her life by touring her historic home. Free for moms.
77 Forest Street, Hartford CT
Mother’s Day Brunch at New Britain Museum of American Art
Treat yourself or your mom to a delicious prix fixe brunch at Café on the Park. Reservations required. Moms receive free admission to the museum.
56 Lexington Avenue, New Britain CT
Additional ideas for fun and adventure can be found on our To Do List, or the Event Calendar, which is constantly updated.
Places featured in this article:
Walnut Hill Park
New Britain Museum of American Art
Windsor Public Library
Stew Leonard's
Roaring Brook Nature Center
Henry Park
Stanley-Whitman House
Simsbury Public Library
Harriet Beecher Stowe Center
