by Glen Richardson
Mom Romp: Annual City Park Mother’s Day 5K run-walk starts at 9 a.m. Flippin’ Flapjacks serves a pancake-sausage breakfast with OJ.
This is the month when we celebrate your first best friend and the person you turn to when you need advice. In 1914 Congress and a Presidential Proclamation established the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day.
A day to honor mothers has existed for as long as, well, there have been mothers. They are like glue. Even when you can’t see them, they’re still holding the family together.
Here’s the Chronicle’s guide for showing your mother, grandmothers, sisters, aunts, and friends how special they are:
Beach Break
Beach Beckons: For pier to plate dining, take mom to Denver’s only lakeside venue for a special Mother’s Day brunch at The Lake House at Pelican Bay, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Take Mom to Denver’s only lakeside venue for a special brunch at The Lake House at Pelican Bay. In Cherry Creek State Park, this one-of-a-kind location offers breathtaking views, an expansive sandy carpet, and classic brunch choices with champagne, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Information: 303-220-5253.
Home Tour
Home Outing: This modern farm house built in 2015 is among homes being shown at the Wash Park Home Tour & Market Street Fair May 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Get mom in a merry mood for Mother’s Day by taking her to the Wash Park Home Tour & Market Street Fair May 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mom and the family can tour homes at their leisure while also enjoying local artisans, vendors, and entertainment at the Market Street Fair located on the 100 block of S. Humboldt St. (between Cedar & Bayaud).
The home tour is in the 100 and 200 blocks of East Wash Park, north of Alameda and east of Downing. Tour home locations are: 138 S. Downing; 140 S. Lafayette; 216 S. Humboldt; 190 S. Humboldt; and 193 S. Franklin.
Hosted by Steele Elementary’s PTA, funds raised directly support programs and services that make Wash Park’s neighborhood DPS elementary school special. Additionally, a percentage of funds raised this year will also benefit families in need through the LOVVE Project, by providing fresh food, hygiene products, and cleaning supplies to Virginia Village neighbors in partnership with Ellis Elementary.
Jazz Jam
Jazz Brunch: Pianist Adam Bodine tickles the ivories at swinging, groovy Mother’s Day Jazz Brunch at Dazzle Denver, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Enjoy a kid-friendly Mother’s Day brunch at Dazzle Denver, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event features a special daytime performance by Freddy Rodriguez Jr. and The Jazz Connection, which blends Latin, funk, and jazz. Freddy continues the legacy
of Denver’s legendary jazz club El Chapultepec. Information: 303-839-5100.
Railroad Mom
Treat mom to the Royal Gorge Route Railroad Mother’s Day Brunch train trip May 11 or 12, departing at 12:30 p.m. Two-hour excursion is in elegant dining car as you enjoy special brunch, spectacular views. Trip runs from the Santa Fe Depot in Canon City, chugs through the Royal Gorge. Information: 719-276-4000.
Runaway With Mom
Race to City Park for a run-walk with mom during the Mother’s Day 5k May 12, 9 a.m. You’ll be cheered by enthusiastic volunteers and spectators, creating a festive and supportive atmosphere that is sure to make the day unforgettable. A pan
Tea Time: Cherry Creek’s Halcyon Hotel hosts this Mother’s Day Tea in the Arbor Room from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
cake-sausage breakfast with OJ is provided by Flippin’ Flapjacks. Information: denvermothers day5k.com.
Take Tea Time
Delight mom at Mother’s Day Tea in the Arbor Room at Cherry Creek’s Halcyon Hotel, May 12. Menu includes baked ham and cheddar sandwiches, deviled eggs, and smoked salmon toast points. The more than half-dozen tea choices come with chocolate Hazelnut macarons, lemon blueberry cake, plus selection of scones. Information: 720-772-5000.
Or, give her a tour of the Molly Brown House plus a high tea with fruit, scones, tea sandwiches, desserts on Mother’s Day, 10:20 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. Information: 303-832-4092, ext. 13.
Mom’s Day Dining Ideas
Here are restaurants serving on May 12 to pamper and delight mom and family with fine cuisine on Mother’s Day:
Bon Ami: Quaint little Wash Park French gem on the corner of Alameda & S. Pennsylvania St. serves classic French dishes plus savory and sweet crepes. Information: 303-862-4959.
Edge Restaurant & Bar: Located in downtown’s Four Seasons Hotel, eatery will host a brunch buffet from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Information: 303-389-3050.
Fire Restaurant & Lounge: Serving seafood selections, including a whole salmon carving station, plus omelet station. Danish, scones, more choices served. Information: 720-709-4431.
Guard and Grace: California St. steakhouse has appetizers, raw bar, & brunch items. Menu includes Filet Flight, Black Cod, and a burger, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: 303-293-8500.
Le Bilboquet: Cherry Creek French eatery is serving a three-course prix fixe brunch. Brunch is from 11:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner is from 5 to 7 p.m. Information: 303-835-9999.
Local Jones: Signature eatery in Cherry Creek’s Halcyon Hotel is hosting a brunch from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinner service is from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Information: 720-772-5000.
Monaco Inn Restaurant: Lamb Shank, Lamb Chops & Grilled Shrimp, New York Steak & Fried Shrimp, or Grilled Salmon are specials, noon to 8 p.m. Moms get their choice of a glass of Prosecco or dessert of the day. Information: 303-320-1104.
Panzano: Eatery’s Buffet in the Hotel Monaco has cold-hot bar, plus prime rib-ham carving station, and a “Kid-O” menu. Serving 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: 303-296-3525.
Toro Latin Kitchen & Lounge: In addition to standard brunch menu, restaurant in Cherry Creek’s Clio Hotel plans specials, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: 303-253-3000.