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Five Ideas for a Special Mother's Day

Mother's Day gifts and destinations in North Andover.

Finding just the right thing to show the special mom in your life how much you appreciate her is not always the easiest thing to do. Whether you choose to wine and dine her or pick up a memorable gift that suits her to a tee, you have many nice options here in North Andover. Restaurants, spas, clothing stores and jewelry stores have what you need to make this a Mother’s Day to remember.

Consider these five ideas to put a smile on a beloved mom’s face.

1. Jewelry – It would seem that you can never go wrong with jewelry and Clifford Jewelers has a fine selection of beautiful pieces perfect for a Mother’s Day present. A trusted jeweler for over 20 years, Clifford Jewelers is a charming small shop with a helpful staff that can assist you in finding just the right thing for a Mom who means a lot.

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Clifford Jewelers is located at 109 Main St., 978-682-4653.

2. Mother’s Day Meal – In today’s busy times, one of the greatest gifts is time spent together and what better way to enjoy each other’s company than over a fine meal. is offering a special Mother’s Day menu from Noon to 8 p.m. this Sunday. The Mother’s Day menu includes mouth-watering items like scallop and shrimp ceviche, roasted eggplant and sun dried tomato ravioli and lobster pie with dry sherry and shallots. Orzo’s full menu will also be available to order. Celebrate mom with this special reservation.

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Orzo Restaurant is located at 1085 Osgood Street, 978-686-6921, www.orzorestaurant.com.

3. Clothing – As we head into the warmer months, many mothers would appreciate a new item to add to her spring and summer wardrobe. Finding something fashionable is easy at where stylish tops, bottoms, bags and accessories fill the racks. Seasonal and beautiful corals and blues will add that splash of color to brighten both mom’s closet and her day. Gift cards are available too.

J.Jill is located at Eaglewood Shops, 115 Turnpike St., 978-689-1823, www.jjill.com.

4. Spa Day – Indulge a busy mom with a little pampering. Treatments like massage, manicures, pedicures, and facials will make the mom in you world feel like a lady of leisure. Mother’s Day packages like “Mother’s Day Out” featuring a spa manicure and pedicure, mini facial with a shampoo, style and blowdry and “She’s Worth It” featuring a 30 minute massage and spa manicure and pedicure are available. Many other services for the mind, body and soul are also offered.

is located at 419 Andover St., 978-689-4400, www.blissspaandsalon.com.

5. Flowers –A vibrant bouquet of flowers or a thoughtful floral arrangement are welcome gestures of love and appreciation. is a family owned and operated florist that has been serving North Andover since 1961. Many fragrant and beautiful options are available including a Magnificent Mom Bouquet from the Faith Hill Collection.

Forgetta’s Flowers & Greenhouses is located at 1296 Osgood St., 978-682-3885, 800-213-3587, www.forgettasflowers.com.

Best wishes to all the moms around town for a relaxing and delightful Mother’s Day 2011.

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