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🌷 Mother's Day & Teacher Appreciation Gift Guide

Find the perfect gift from local small businesses for those who deserve it the most!

By Laura McElwain Colquhoun, Publisher Mom, Macaroni KID Pasadena-Severna Park-Glen Burnie April 24, 2024

Mothers and teachers are among the hardest working and selfless people in our lives, and we can't thank them enough. But we here at MacKID CAN help you find the perfect gift for them from area businesses.

And a HUGE BONUS is that all the small businesses in our guide are LOCAL, right here in or around northern Anne Arundel County. You don't need to travel far, plus did you know that 68% of money spent locally stays local? Yep, that means the whole community benefits when you buy local! And remember small businesses are the biggest supporters of community events, local fundraisers, kids sports teams, etc. 

Whatever the love language is of the special mom or teacher you're buying for, we've got something right here for them!

 

Bowie Baysox | Bowie

Take Mom out to the ballgame on Mother's Day! The Bowie Baysox are the Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles.

Mother's Day Special

On May 12, enjoy the game and a delicious 2 hour brunch buffet from our Diamond View Restaurant. For more information, please contact Vinny Lewis at (301) 464-4890.

Celebrate Mom by having her take the field for the National Anthem with the Baysox Players! Space is limited.


Bruster's Real Ice Cream | Severna Park 

Brusters Logo

Bruster’s Ice Cream is made the old-fashioned way to create our signature flavor. Our handcrafted recipes always start with a proprietary homestyle mix delivered fresh from our own dairy to each ice cream shop. 

We serve premium flavors and artisan desserts made right in the store where they are served, including crunchy handmade waffle cones, customized sundaes, candy-filled blasts and thick milkshakes.

Mother's Day and Teacher Appreciation Special

$5 off of any online purchase of $25 or more, including gift cards. Use code MACARONI24 when checking out. Valid through Monday, May 20.


Earth Radiance | Edgewater 

Simple. Organic. Holistic.

The three pillars unite to give birth to Earth Radiance, infusing it with vitality and purpose. By embracing organic energy and abundance of nature, we tap into the life-force of plant intelligence known as “Prana”. The Ayurvedic formulation of plant medicine and aromatherapy encapsulates elevating the skin to its peak health, approaching beauty both within and outwardly.

Our skin, being the body’s largest organ, deserves special care and attention. It’s crucial to be mindful because approximately 80% of the products we employ on our skin are rapidly absorbed into our bloodstream.

We unite nature’s science and cutting-edge technology to create conscientious formulations that precisely sensitive skin, including Rosacea. Our hand-crafted formulations nurture a youthful radiance but also slow down the aging process.

Earth Radiance time-tested formulations have pure and comprehensive ingredients, fostering a sense of trust and confidence, retain authenticity by bypassing all harsh synthetic chemicals, fragrances, dyes, and bleaching agents, preservatives, silicones, mineral oils, GMOs, PEGs, Animal-derived ingredients and more. 


Even Keel Wellness Spa | Annapolis 

Step into a realm of tranquility and rejuvenation at Even Keel Wellness Spa. Nestled at the heart of wellness, experience a harmonious blend of luxurious treatments and holistic therapies, ensuring every guest finds their perfect balance. Visit www.evenkeelspa.com to embark on a journey of serenity and self-care.

Mother's Day Special

Join us now through May 14 for an amazing deal on our Farmhouse Fresh Products! Buy 2 full size products, get one free! Join us Mother's Day weekend for a special treat.


Maryland Yoga & Acupuncture | Annapolis 

Adele Muir, L.Ac. Licensed Acupuncturist, LLC provides compassionate health care using acupuncture therapy (with needles or needle-less) with a focus on mental health, women’s health, chronic illness/pain, and digestion. She is in network with Aetna and BlueCross BlueShield insurance plans. Adele also partners with local studios to hold events, such as Acu-Yin at Yoga Barn and Community Acupuncture at Be The Change: The Healing Collective. 

Special for Macaroni KID readers

Moms and Teachers: mention the Macaroni KID Mother's Day and Teacher Appreciation Gift Guide and receive a free auricular (ear acupuncture) sample treatment!


On The Bay Bath and Body | Stevensville 


Bath products should be natural and simple. All too often, soaps and bath products are overloaded with preservatives, chemicals, and ingredients that you can’t even pronounce. We wanted to do things differently.

Mother's Day and Teacher Appreciation Special

20% off of purchases May 1-10 using code MacaroniKID


Steve Clark Massages at Change Your Pace Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork | Arnold 

At Change Your Pace Therapeutic Massage we believe the journey toward health and wellness requires desire, dedication, and knowledgeable partners to help us along on the path. 

Our highly trained and licensed therapists will partner with you to design a treatment plan that is customized to meet your specific needs. We specialize in correcting soft tissue dysfunction resulting from stress, physical exertion, injury, congenital disease, or surgery. 

Our aim is to provide a relaxing, rejuvenating experience while reducing our client's experience of pain and increasing functional mobility within the joints. We take pride in educating our clients and encouraging them to take an active part in their treatment plan to ensure the best possible outcome for their health and wellbeing. 


The Facebar Aesthetic Medicine | Pasadena 


The FaceBar Aesthetic Medicine is an upscale aesthetic medicine practice in Pasadena, MD specializing in an extensive range of health and beauty services ranging from injectables such as dermal fillers, Botox, and PRP hair restoration to other treatments like SkinPen Microneedling, chemical peels, lasers, Hydrafacials, and a Medical Weight Loss program. 

Our vision is to provide a safe and nurturing environment that embraces each client, empowering them to embark on a transformative journey towards self-love, confidence, and lasting health.

Special for Macaroni KID readers

Macaroni KID readers save 15% on their first treatment with us when mentioning Macaroni KID


The Half Shell MD | Anne Arundel County 


Repurposed oyster shells crafted into handmade gifting for any occasion. We personalize oyster shells into gifts for loved ones. 

We offer a military discount of 15% off your total order! Thank you to those who are currently serving or have served in the past military, we appreciate your service. 

We also offer kids/teens birthday party bookings! Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up with all things oyster shell!




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