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Mother's Day Fun: Great Activities for Encino Moms

Looking to do something locally for Mothers Day? Plan a special activity or meal with mom.

Mom might tell you that being loved by her family is all she could ask for on Mother's Day. The fact remains, Sunday is the one official day of the year to celebrate Mom, so make sure that it's enjoyable and memorable.

Surprise Mom with special activities based on her interests. Here's a list of six diverse activities that are close to home.

is a charming Italian restaurant perfect for a one-on-one lunch date with your mother. Café Carolina has prepared a special Mother's Day lunch menu, which will include crepes, frittatas, salads and pastas. It is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Call 818-881-8600 or visit organiccafecarolina.com for more information.

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Arclight Cinemas at the Sherman Oaks Galleria is a beautiful upscale movie theater perfect for a mom who loves the big screen. There’s also a gift shop, café and full bar on site. Call 818-501-7033 or visit arclightcinemas.com for more information.

is a great place to pamper Mom with a manicure and pedicure. The salon also offers facials, waxing, spray tanning and even massages. Call 818-783-0707 or visit fingersntoes.com for more information.

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specializes in authentic Italian cuisine. This cozy restaurant was awarded a plaque of excellence from food critic Elmer Dills. Normally the restuarant is not open on Sundays, but it will be making an exception for Mother’s Day from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Call 818-905-7446 or visit giocucinanapoletana.​com for more information.

offers facials, body treatments, hair removal and tub treatments. In celebration of Mother’s Day, the spa will be only open to women. Cupcakes courtesy of Auntie Em's will also be served. Call 818-574-3700 or visit dtoxdayspa.com for more information.

has tennis and basketball courts for the more outdoorsy mom. Tell Mom you love her by planning a family picnic. There are plenty of picnic tables and grassy lawns to accomodate the whole family. Imagine a bright blue sky and a warm sunny afternoon. A family picnic may be just what Mom needs! Visit laparks.org for more information.

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