Today, Sunday May 8th is Mother’s Day! Check out this list of brunches, gift cards and activities to do with mom! – Venice Paparazzi | Venice Beach CA, Photo Agency, Community Info, News, Events

Treat your mom to a Lamai Thai Massage! This ancient art, which was first developed during the age of Buddha 2500 years ago, has been kept alive through the teachings of massage masters at temples throughout Thailand, most otably Wat Po in Bangkok. At Lamai Thai Massage our staff continues this fine and blissful art with their gentle deep manipulation of your sore muscles and attention to pressure points along the energy lines of your ailing body. Mom will emerge refreshed, energized and at peace! 1350 Abbot Kinney Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291 www.lamaithaimassage.com

Give the gift of health! Train with mom! Do some yoga and spinning at Yas Fitness Centers.
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Brunch at James Beach! Buffet is served from 11:00am – 2:30pm
$39 for adults and $15 for kids under 12
$5 Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas

www.JamesBeach.com

Join Canal Club for Mother’s Day brunch 12pm-3pm. They will be serving some pina coladas, eggs and pork belly on woodfired grill, pancakes, and much more! www.CanalClubVenice.com

Enjoy a Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch with a Marina view at Tony P’s Dockside Grill.

Featuring entrees include: fresh grilled salmon, house-smoked pulled poke, a carving station and more! The Kid’s will have their own buffet table. Fun!

4445 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, Ca. www.TonyPs.com

Enjoy a delicious meal with mom at Marina Grill and Bar in Marina del Rey!

Traditional Clam Chowder, Surf ‘n Turn, Ravioli, Cheese Cake or Creme Brûlée. $40 per person plus tax. 4200 Admiralty Way. Marina del Rey, California. www.marinagrillandbar.com

Bring Mama to Hama Sushi this May 8th!
Located on the former Grand Canal in historic Venice Beach, California Hama was founded in 1979 and was one of the first authentic Japanese sushi restaurants in the United States. Reservations 310-396-8783. www.HamaSushi.com

Enjoy the view, sunset and cocktails at High Rooftop Lounge! There is a full bar atop Hotel Erwin overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Venice! High is the premiere Venice Beach open-air rooftop lounge, where the nightly sunset is the main event. 1697 Pacific Ave. Venice, CA 90291. www.highVenice.com

Cruise along the coast with mom! The bike path that runs along the sand in Venice is 17 miles long and extends from Palos Verdes through Pacific Palisades, with a brief in-land detour. Its smooth concrete surface is great for bicycles, roller skates and skateboards alike. View rental locations below!

Jay’s Rentals Venice Beach: Jay’s has bikes, tandems, blades and skates for cruising the path. Rent hourly or by the day. And, when you are done they can teach you to surf! 1501 Ocean Front Walk Venice, CA (310) 392-7306

Maui and Sons: Rent a skateboard, take a lesson and drop into the big bowl at the Venice Skate Park! Maui and Sons is the only place in the V that gives full on skate lessons. They will equip you and show you how it done! Or, you can rent a board and skate the bike path. Either way it will be rad! And, they also do full package surf lessons! 1415 Oceanfront Walk Venice, CA (310) 392- 6284

Rent a Segway or an IO Hawk at Venice Segway Rental! Cruise the town in style and get around quickly. Enjoy the sights on some of the new transport machines around. The Segway and the IoHawk (the original hover board developed by Tony Hawk) are super fun and a must try activity. 1501 Oceanfront Walk, (424) 216-0822 or (310) 399-0700.

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