Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10, and there are several opportunities throughout the weekend for Tucker residents to celebrate their moms. Those looking for last-minute plans can find unique events happening throughout the city, from brunch and poolside games to craft workshops and photo shoots.

Tucker Mother’s Day Events

Mama and Me Minis – May 8 and 9 at Studio 25 Photography Studio

Looking for the perfect Mother’s Day souvenir? Capture your family forever with a 15-minute mini photo shoot session. Each session includes multiple backdrops, five immediate digital photos, and two 2×3-inch prints – plus music and sweet treats!Sessions are $75 for a maximum of five people and can be booked through Eventbrite.

Sip and Sew: Tote Bag -May 9, 3 p.m. Mama Debbie’s Art Emporium

Sip on a refreshing drink and learn to make your own tote bag with your mom. This beginner-friendly, 18+ workshop, taught by Spicy Ninja Designs, includes the fabric and pattern to follow along – just bring your own sewing machine or rent one for $5. Tickets are $95 on the Spicy Ninja Designs website.  

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Mother’s Day Brunch – May 10, 11 a.m. Tucker Brewing Company

What’s better for Mother’s Day than brunch? The buffet menu includes biscuits and cornbread with strawberry, lavender, and rhubarb jams; a make-your-own parfait station; sausage, arugula, and feta frittatas; roasted Yukon and sweet potato hash; candied bacon; and a decadent dessert bar. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available for purchase. Tickets are $45 on the Tucker Brewing website.

Mother’s Day at the Magnolia Room – May 10, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Magnolia Room Cafeteria

Magnolia Room will be serving farm-fresh, made-from-scratch favorites all day long. Fried catfish, smothered pork chops, and mushroom chicken are all on the menu.  

Mother’s Day at Leslie Beach Club – May 10, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Leslie Beach Club

Moms, families, and friends are invited to play table top games on the pool deck and enjoy specialty desserts, tea sandwiches, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. The fun begins at 1 p.m. with a beginner-friendly Mahjong lesson.

The Manhattans Mother’s Day Affair – May 10, 8 p.m. Londzell Performing Arts Theatre

Celebrate Mother’s Day with the legendary R&B group the Manhattans. The trio will be performing hits like “Kiss and Say Goodbye” and “Am I Losing You.” Tickets start at $65.87 on Eventbrite.

Katie Burkholder is a staff writer for Georgia Voice and Rough Draft Atlanta. She previously served as editor of Georgia Voice.