Mother's Day Ideas With A Las Vegas Touch

"A mother is a person who seeing there are only four pieces of pie for five people, promptly announces she never did care for pie." — Tenneva Jordan

While some will send cards and flowers or make an annual phone call to their moms this Mother's Day, the Stirling Club Courtier would like to share its top five experiences that mothers will cherish. Most of these suggestions are tied to Mother's Day in Las Vegas 2010, but you'll certainly find some inspiring ideas no matter where you might be in the world. Enjoy.

1. Make Her A Queen At The Stirling Club Spa.

Schedule a session at The Stirling Club Spa, which is consistently ranked among the top ten spas in Las Vegas.

This European-style spa, reminiscent of the luxurious baths of ancient Rome, offers an exhaustive selection of body, beauty, and skin-care therapies, including luxurious Swedish massages, stone massages, and aromatic essence massages that will leave any mother feeling her best for weeks. Share the experience with her or take advantage of the other amenities that The Stirling Club offers.

2. Share A Mother's Day Brunch With Her.

Moms don't always say it, but spending time with sons and daughters is almost always on their top five list. In Las Vegas, several restaurants are preparing special brunch menus. All of them require reservations.

• Agave will treat a party of five or more to a free pitcher of blue agave Margaritas on Mother's Day.
• Border Grill at Mandalay Bay has created a special Mother's Day brunch that will served on the poolside patio.
• The Verandah at The Four Seasons features a remarkable brunch with outdoor seating.

3. Treat Her To Dinner At The Area's Finest.

If brunch doesn't seem enough, make plans to enjoy the evening together with dinner and then take her on a surprise shopping excursion or fill the evening with entertainment. The experience will make for one of her most cherished memories.

• Reservations at The Stirling Room by Charlie Palmer at The Stirling Club or Charlie Palmer Steakhouse at the Four Seasons will make her smile. Call the The Stirling Club for information. The Charlie Palmer Steakhouse is featuring a 3-course dinner from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. with every mom receiving a special gift bag ($65 per person).
• Visit Twist on Mother's Day at the new Mandarian Oriental and enjoy the culinary delights of Chef Pierre Gagnaire in person.
• Dine at The Palm Las Vegas for several great specials, including leg of lamb ($39.95) and a complimentary glass of champagne or a bloody Mary.

4. Discover Her Passion And Make The Arrangements.

Almost every mom has a passion and nothing makes a smarter gift than those that celebrate it. If you know about her interests, you're likely to find the perfect event.

• Just a short drive from the Las Vegas Strip, ArtFest of Henderson attracts dozens of regional artists and crafts people for two days, from 10 a.m. to 5 pm. Admission is free.
• The Las Vegas Motor Speedway will be hosting several events on Mother's Day Weekend. Divisional races include SRL, NASCAR, and INEX races.
• The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is benefiting from the inaugural Mom's Rock 10K,
5K Rum (and 1-mile walk) on Saturday, May 8. The event begins at Fleet Feet Sports of Las Vegas. Visit the Web site for details. All moms receive flowers.

5. Share A Stirling Club Membership With Mom.

Nothing would be as memorable as a gift she can enjoy for several months, a year or even a lifetime.

A membership at The Stirling Club opens up the finest Las Vegas has to offer with special cultural events, entertainment exclusives, complimentary classes, spa treatment specials, fashion shows, and socials. For a special Mother's Day membership at The Stirling Club, contact Kathleen Gustafson, executive director of membership, at 702-784-4603 or by email via The Stirling Club Web site.