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CELEBRATE MOTHER'S DAY WITH MSV

Honor your mother with a great gift from a Main Street Ventures Activator!

They cooked your meals growing up; helped haul you to and from your practices, recitals and/or performances; and never asked for anything in return. Now, the time has come once again to celebrate them – and these Main Street Ventures grant recipients have plenty of great options to help you say “Happy Mother’s Day” to the special lady in your life!

Shop local and make this Mother’s Day – which takes place Sunday, May 12 in case you haven’t marked your calendar – memorable with these potential gift ideas.

CUPS O’ COFFEE & TASTY TREATS

6 ‘N the Mornin’

6 ‘N the Mornin’s spot is all about re-creating founder Trey Graham’s favorite Southern breakfast meals. Featuring a mix of savory and sweet breakfast tastes reminiscent of what Graham’s grandmother would make, this spot has plenty of dishes to treat mom to this Mother’s Day.

1535 Madison Road
Walnut Hills, OH 45206

BlaCk Coffee Lounge

Sip alongside mom at this hip community coffee spot. BlaCk Coffee Lounge has selections inspired by hip-hop and culture and has had visits from the likes of Vice President Kamala Harris to media coverage on the front page of The Wall Street Journal.

824 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Cream & Sugar Coffeehouse

Located mere minutes away from Xavier University, the aptly named Cream and Sugar offers plenty of hot and cold beverages to go alongside its food offerings – did someone say brunch toast?! – that make for perfect healthy, happy eating with mom this year.

3546 Montgomery Road
Evanston, OH 45207
(513) 731-0100

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Located near Duveneck Square in Covington, Golden Gelato serves up authentic, homemade gelato and sorbet selections in small batches. But make no mistake, their offerings are big on flavor and perfect for celebrating Mother’s Day.

130 W. Pike St.
Covington, KY 41011

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Lulu’s Sweets Boutique

Live in the northern part of Greater Cincinnati? Lulu’s Sweets Boutique has a great selection of cupcakes, macarons, cookies and more to help Mom enjoy her special day. Just be sure to get your order in before Sunday arrives!

7745 Cox Lane
West Chester Twp, OH 45069

Luminary by La Terza

Looking for a neighborhood coffee spot where you and your mom can enjoy handcrafted original drinks as unique as she is? Stop by Luminary by La Terza and see why “a brighter community starts with great coffee."

6128 Hamilton Ave.
College Hill, OH 45224

Say cheese! If your mother is a lover of handcrafted, small-batch cheeses featuring organic and sustainably sourced ingredients, look no further than the specialties offered at this Madisonville-based Activator. Consider going the extra mile and picking up a Mad Charcuterie board composed of a vital wheat gluten or pea protein base that are both vegetarian-friendly and delicious.

5903 Bramble Ave.
Madisonville, OH 45227

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Mom ‘n ‘Em Coffee

Offering breakfast, lunch and coffee alongside homemade pastries plus a small wine shop and bar, this business offers a little something for everyone – whether Mom needs caffeination or a chance to unwind. It was even named Best Coffeeshop in Ohio by Food & Wine magazine last year! The business is run by two brothers whose mom was the inspiration to open the business.

3128 Colerain Ave. Camp Washington, OH 45225

4310 Whetsel Ave. Madisonville, OH 45227

Sunshine Caramel Company

Looking for fresh caramels with no preservatives or additives like the old days? Get your mom one of the sweet selections available from Sunshine Caramels. From signature flavors like Sea Salt to specialties like Bananas Foster and Hot Buttered Rum, there are plenty of offerings ready to shine a light on your mom’s sweet tooth.

7664 Wooster Pike
Mariemont, OH 45277
(513) 205-0619

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The Cheesecakery

Looking to give your mom her just desserts? Visit The Cheesecakery and take advantage of their special Mother’s Day menu featuring special cheesecake selections, cookie cakes and more. Show your mom just how “sweet” she is with something from The Cheesecakery – just be sure to save room for a treat from the soft-serve ice cream window!

4901 Whetsel Ave.
Madisonville, OH 45227

Does your mother enjoy Italy’s famous take on frozen confection perfection? Consider heading to uGOGelato this Mother’s Day and see what these “purveyors of Italian passion” have on their menu, which features both plant-based and traditional artisan selections.

1733 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202

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Wyoming Community Coffee

Owner Sara Aschliman grew up with a mom who loved hosting family and friends. Wyoming Community Coffee (WyCoCo for short) continues that tradition as a place that “wants to know your name, your story and your family,” all while serving up delicious cups of coffee your mom will love.
434 Springfield Pike
Wyoming, OH 45215

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Nettie Pickleball Co.

What better way to enjoy Mom’s company as the weather warms up outside than to take up the sport sweeping the nation? Pick up a new pickleball paddle or court set at 10% your first order from Cincinnati-based Nettie’s Mother’s Day sale. There’s even free shipping at $100, so why not get a couple for your mom and her friends to play a few rounds?

Know a mom that’s more into the great outdoors than she is shopping or baking? Consider getting her some Outmore Gear and see where the adventure takes her! Outmore specializes in rock climbing, diving and snorkeling gear, so whether her next trip takes her above or underground, she’ll be ready – and thank you for it!

Does your mom enjoy a nice trek through the mountains during the height of ski season? Consider getting her a pair of REKKIE smart snow goggles (and matching apparel) to help her find friends, control music and even answer calls without ever needing to take off her gloves courtesy of the Cincinnati-based company.

PERFECT FOR PAMPERING

Featuring products created from all natural ingredients designed to avoid skin irritation, Coarse Culture offers six fragrances – poundcake, lavender, spearmint, orange twist, eucalyptus and unscented – made from a plant-based, vegan formula.

Mother’s Day is in full bloom at Eve Floral Co. this year as the company is offering a full floral and gift collection in-store and online, which can also be delivered within a six-mile radius of the shop. (They’re even open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Mother’s Day for the last-minute shopper.)

In addition, Eve Floral is offering pre-order bundles with jewelry and flowers with Lane + Kate on Saturday, May 11 … AND a duo candle-making and bouquet collaboration experience on Sunday, May 12. Be sure to visit their website for more details on all their offerings and treat your mom to something special.

3706 Eastern Ave.,
Columbia-Tusculum, OH 45226

Indulju Relaxation Boutique

From massage and body therapy to facials and skincare, Indulju Relaxation Boutique is aptly named. Help Mom enjoy some much needed (and deserved) relaxation with an appointment this Mother’s Day.

10748 Reading Road
Evendale, OH 45241

If you look good, you feel good – and if you want to help your mother feel her best this Mother’s Day, consider getting her a gift from Natural Shea Care’s True Shea line! Founded by Cincinnati’s Manny Addo, True Shea products can be found nationwide at Kroger, Target and Amazon as well as their online shop, making them easy to find and a perfect gift for any mom who likes to look – and feel – her best.

Looking to give your mom the spa experience at home? Consider helping her let off some steam with one of SpaSenses aromatherapy shower steamers, available in both eucalyptus and mint and orange and grapefruit varieties.

SHOP LOCAL FROM AFAR

What’s “like a baguette, but better?” That would be a Baqette bag, “upcycled, designed and handmade” right here in Cincinnati. Be sure to check out the company’s full catalog and see what crossbody, cardholder or crescent woodie option fits your mom best or be bold and help her design her own.

Can’t be with Mom on Mother’s Day? Designed for those who can’t be there in person to celebrate special occasions, BoxFull provides thoughtful and meaningful gifts featuring keepsakes your friend or family member will love. Be sure to take advantage of their spring sale to save 20% for a limited time!

Farmer Nate's Sauce

Handcrafted with pride in Covington, Farmer Nate’s Hot Sauce comes in a variety of catchy names, flavors and spice levels perfect for those looking to spice (pun intended) things up this Mother’s Day. Not sure what to pick up? Get an Urban Farmers or Prospectors Gift Set and let mom pick out her favorite among the bunch!

Junebug Jewelry Design

Owner Dawn Grady seeks to create “timeless, one-of-a-kind, wearable art statement jewelry to honor YOU.” This Mother’s Day, honor the special women in your life with a Junebug Jewelry Design piece. Is your mom more hands-on? Become a Junebug insider and save 15% off your purchase.

1327 Vine St.
Over-the-Rhine, OH 45202

Honey + caramel = a match made in sugary, Mother’s Day heaven? Laughing Bees uses its namesake’s key ingredient to create “the world’s best honey caramels” in a variety of rich flavors including turtle praline, vanilla and more alongside its gourmet krispie treats. Order some today so your mom can see what all the “buzz” is about!

Located inside historic Findlay Market, Lucca Workshop specializes in modern furniture and accessories with an artistic, modern flair. Stop in and see for yourself all the company’s selections perfect for bringing some style to her home this Mother’s Day.

126 W. Elder Str.
Over-the-Rhine, OH 45202

Whether your mom likes to imbibe or prefers her non-alcoholic drinks, Modica has something for you. These award-winning cocktail and mocktail mixers made with superfoods, functional ingredients, and up to 70% less sugar than other mixers include flavors like Blueberry Lavender Lemon Drop, Cacao Espresso Martini and Tart Cherry Old Fashioned.

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Housed in the historic Century Theater building, the SKT Ceramics studio creates original pieces out of English Porcelain including hand-painted dishes, canisters, sugar pots and more. Made-to-order selections are available as well, so if you’re looking for a custom Mother’s Day piece of fine dining, SKT might be the perfect place to be!

2449 Gilbert Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45206

Does Mom have a sweet tooth but also likes to stay in shape? Gift her some of The BodyBakery’s gluten-free, high-in-protein desserts like Better Than Ex-ercize Carrot Cake, NoMo Muffin Topps and Apple Bottom Crumble Cake. Not sure what she’d like? Try the Sweet Treats Sampler and let her try ‘em all!

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