Boston - May 10, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

She changed your yucky diaper and put up with all your teenage crap. Isn’t it only right to give her something that actually smells nice this weekend?

DO
Lilac Sunday
What: Grab a picnic and take her to the Arnold Arboretum’s annual display of purple blooms.
Why: Branch out a little.
When: Sun., dawn to dusk.
Where: Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain (617-524-1718).

GIVE
Trinkets from Thomas Park
What: Fill a gift basket with bottles of Mangiacotti Florals green tea liquid soaps and Bag Ladies teas.
Why: She could use a little herbal refreshment.
When: Order it today and pick it up pronto.
Where: Thomas Park, 346 W. Broadway, South Boston (617-269-0546).

Nanette Lepore’s Lovebird
What: The new, limited-edition spring fragrance comes in a charming blue bottle with notes of citrus, lily of the valley, and pure summer goodness.
Why: Pretty + nice = pretty darn nice.
When: Quick, before they sell out.
Where: 119 Newbury St., Back Bay (617-421-9200).

GO
Mommies Day at Mod Mama
What: Wine, massages, and makeovers at the Providence boutique.
Why: A portion of purchases will be donated to Longitude, a nonprofit that builds homes for Dalit widows in India who lost their huts in the tsunami.
When: Today, 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: 16 S. Angell St., Providence (401-273-7800).

SHARE
Mother’s Day Lobster Meals at Lineage
What: Lobster omelets and mimosas for brunch or a special three-course lobster dinner.
Why: It’s time she came out of her shell.
When: Sun. Brunch, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner, 5-9 p.m.
Where: 242 Harvard St., Brookline (617-232-0065).