Dear Crabby, I know the history of how and why we celebrate Mother’s Day, but is there a story behind Father’s Day? While moms are very important, I sometimes feel we dads get overlooked. Thanks! Luke S. Dear Luke S., Great question! As you said, moms are very, very important people (I gotta stay on Mrs. Crabby’s good side). But as you also said, sometimes we dad get overlooked. I have often felt like stores spend big bucks for their Mother’s Day advertising and then treat Father’s … [Read more...]
Dear Crabby, Who Should Celebrate Mother’s Day?
May 4, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Dear Crabby, A Friend Told Me that all Mom's Should be Honored on Mother's Day, is that True? My Mom has Passed Away, so I was Wondering Who Should Celebrate Mother's Day? Thank you, Mum's the Word Hello Mum's the Word, Mother's Day is a very special day and is certainly nothing to be silent over. A day to celebrate all moms, not just your own - you're friend is correct - so start stocking up on cards and chocolate now. While it is sad you cannot be with your own mom on Mother's … [Read more...]
Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend with Virginia Weber-Hay and Art at the Rochester Hills Public Library
May 4, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Rochester’s Oldest Art Teacher Celebrates Mother’s Day at RHPL The Rochester Hills Public Library is celebrating Mother’s Day with a special art exhibit from our community’s oldest art teacher and beloved mother. See the work of Virginia Weber-Hay around the library on Saturday, May 13, at 2:00 p.m. Attendees can meet the 92-year-old artist and enjoy coffee and treats, while admiring her lifelong work. Weber-Hay currently teaches painting at her local senior center. She says art has … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Make and Take
May 9, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Drop-in to the Story Room and create something special for your mother, grandmother, or other person in your life that you want to celebrate on Mother's Day. Register all children attending. Registration opens May 1 at 9 a.m. Residents of Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township, don’t miss these exciting events at Rochester Hills Public Library. Each child who registers for library programs must have his or her own library card and be a resident of Rochester, Rochester Hills, or … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Make and Take
May 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Drop-in to the Story Room and create something special for your mother, grandmother, or other person in your life that you want to celebrate on Mother's Day. Register all children attending. Registration opens May 1 at 9 a.m. Residents of Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township, don’t miss these exciting events at Rochester Hills Public Library. Each child who registers for library programs must have his or her own library card and be a resident of Rochester, Rochester Hills, or … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Crafts
May 10, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Register all children attending. Join us to make gifts for mom! A variety of crafts will be available; arrive no later than 11:30 a.m. for a chance to create a craft. All ages welcome; younger children will need adult assistance. Choose Friday, May 9 OR Saturday, May 10 - crafts are the same for both days. Online registration opens Friday, May 2 at 9 a.m. Held in the Story Room and suitable for all ages. Residents of Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township, don’t miss these exciting … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Crafts
May 9, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Register all children attending. Join us to make gifts for mom! A variety of crafts will be available; arrive no later than 4:30 p.m. for a chance to create a craft. All ages welcome; younger children will need adult assistance. Choose Friday, May 9 OR Saturday, May 10 - crafts are the same for both days. Online registration opens Friday, May 2 at 9 a.m. Held in the Story Room and suitable for all ages. Residents of Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township, don’t miss these exciting … [Read more...]
Real Mother’s Day Gifts
May 7, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Mother's Day is coming up in just a few short days. I hope you have great plans to honor your mother as well as the mother of your children. If you're looking for last minute ideas then this article won't help you, although I hope it inspires you to honor all mothers everywhere at any point in time. I was recently asked what my most memorable Mother's Day gift has been and I honestly didn't have an answer. I may stand alone on this (I don't think so) but for me it's the little things, the … [Read more...]
Listen to your Mother
April 30, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Listen to your Mother Metro Detroit Giving motherhood a microphone since 2010, Listen To Your Mother (LTYM) comes to Detroit for the first time. Ann Imig started this production with its first appearance in Madison, WI on Mother’s Day. This year, 32 cities will host Listen To Your Mother. Saint Andrew’s Hall welcomes the event this Sunday, May 4, at 3:00 p.m. The show celebrates motherhood by bringing together online writers who cover “the real experience of motherhood.” This national … [Read more...]
Post-Mother’s Day Resolutions
May 14, 2013 by 2 Comments
I was blessed to be able to celebrate Mother's Day this past Sunday. Most of my thoughts were occupied with my children and how much I truly enjoy them. I thought a lot about my mom, my grandmas and my mother-in-law, and pondered about what made each of them special. I also thought about my friends and what wonderful mothers they are. Then, I thought about Christ and his example of being a heavenly parent to each of us. I made a mental list of things I do right and things I do wrong in the way I … [Read more...]
