Brunch ideas

• Now’s the time to treat mom to the new, bougie spots. Water Street’s Boulon Brasserie just opened in January. Moms will be greeted with a free glass of bubbly that’s sure to pair well with the restaurant’s re-imagined French favorites. And you can stop by the bakery afterward for a sweet treat to end the day’s celebrations.
• Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille is the ideal spot to take in an incredible view of the St. Pete Pier while chowing down on great food. We recommend the Yucatan Shrimp (you can buy the sauce in their store to take some home too).
• Have you tried South Tampa’s newest spot, Union New American? The upscale American favorites spot boasts a glam, modern dining room + bar — and serves moms a free glass of champagne.
• Bring your favorite lady to the Pink Lady (aka the Don CeSar) for Mother’s Day at Maritana. The $150 meal features options like Oysters Rockefeller, strawberry and champagne sorbet, caramelized scallops, honey cake, and a glass of sparkling rosé. Plus, the hotel’s remodeled 1920s-esque bar is an A1 spot for a post-brunch espresso martini or two.

Activities to impress

• This month, Soho Wellness Spa is offering a “Mum and Me” package for $230 that includes a SOHO Spa facial and hour-long hot stone massage. Or spring for the “I am your Mother” package for $235 with a 90-minute hot stone massage and 30-minute foot treatment. And they’re open on the holiday, if mama wants to spend it relaxing.
• It’s a tradition for a reason. Head over to Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park at 7:45 p.m. for the annual Pops in the Park concert with the Florida Orchestra. Make sure to bring a blanket, snacks, and comfy chairs to stay awhile to take in the film scores, Broadway hits, and other tunes.
• Looking for something a little more out-of-the-box? Sign up for a yoga flow with mom at Armature Works or The Body Electric. Later in the week, Toast the Hostess is hosting (we had to) a floral arranging class with Florafête Bouquet Bar on Thursday, May 18.

• Tampa Riverfest Presented by Publix Super Markets | Friday, May 5-Saturday, May 6 | Times vary | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa | Free | Listen to tribute bands, let lanterns fly, and party on the Riverfront.
• Steve Treviño | Friday, May 5 | 7 p.m. | Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa | $35-$55 | Catch the comic on his “America’s Favorite Husband Tour.”
• “Ozark Dogs” | Friday, May 5 | 7-8 p.m. | Tombolo Books, 2153 1st Ave. S., St. Petersburg | Free | Join for a conversation with author Eli Cranor and local, New York Times bestselling author Lisa Unger.
• “Ain’t Too Proud” | Friday, May 5-Sunday, May 7 | Times vary | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Pl., Tampa | $44-$145 | This musical follows the Temptations from their start in Detroit to worldwide fame.
• Yankees vs. Rays | Friday, May 5-Sunday, May 7 | Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Dr., St. Petersburg | $49-$265 | Watch our first-in-the-AL-East-boys take on the Yankees — and it’s Devil Rays Day.

• GET FIT: Yoga in the Park | Saturday, May 6| 9-10 a.m. | Crescent Lake Park, 1320 Fifth St. N., St. Petersburg | Free | The Body Electric Yoga Company leads a flow in the scenic lakefront park — make sure to register for a free Get Fit Membership.
• May Vintage Market | Saturday, May 6-Sunday, May 7 | Times vary | Vintage Marche, 2906 34th St. S., St. Petersburg | Free | Roam the thousands of square feet of vintage decor, furniture, clothing, jewelry, and antiques.
• Next Generation Ballet’s ‘Don Quixote’ | Saturday, May 6-Sunday, May 7 | Times vary | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Pl., Tampa | $22.50-$75 | Enjoy this rendition of the classic ballet.

• Vegetable & Fruit Crops for Your Summer Garden | Sunday, May 7 | 1 p.m. | Sweetwater Organic Community Farm, 6942 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa | $15-$30 | Learn how to grow summer crops and prep your garden — bring a notepad to take down tips.
• Rain: A Tribute To The Beatles | Sunday, May 7 | 7 p.m. | Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S., St. Petersburg | $38.50-$88.50 | Transport back in time with this theatrical performance of some of the Beatles’ greatest hits.

• St. Pete tenants facing eviction may soon have the right to legal representation. The City Council’s Youth and Family Services is drafting a resolution on a potential right to council, which will then head to City Council for a vote. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

• Michelin Bay has a nice ring to it. Tampa Bay’s Psomi and Gorkhali Kitchen just received Bib Gourmand awards, joining six other local spots on the Michelin Guide. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
• Let’s raise a glass. Wine Enthusiast listed Tampa’s Jug & Bottle as one of the best beer shops in America. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

• Florida Avenue Brewing’s new Seminole Heights location (4315 N. Florida Ave.) opens today. The 4,000-sqft space boasts a full liquor bar, outdoor patio, and serves 16 craft beers.
• Rasta Canna Bar is coming to the Grand Central District this summer. The bar will serve up hemp-infused cocktails like “Hippy Juice” and the “Laughy Daiquiri,” plus smoothies and seltzers. Check out the menu. (I Love the Burg)
• Let there be steaks. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar is opening a new location in South Tampa. The 13,268-sqft restaurant will open in the old Roy’s location (4342 W. Boy Scout Blvd.). (That’s So Tampa)

• There’s still time to enjoy American Stage’s “Ragtime” in Demens Landing Park. The musical, which is the company’s third-most sold-out show ever, closes Sunday, May 14. Buy tickets online. (St. Pete Catalyst)
• From Wednesday, May 10-Tuesday, May 16, you can score tickets to big name Tampa Bay concerts for just $25. Live Nation’s Concert Week includes deals at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, Jannus Live, and other area venues. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

• Cinco de Mayo honors Mexico’s victory over French forces in the Battle of Puebla in 1862 — a major symbol of the country’s fight for independence. Celebrate by joining Tampa Hispanic Heritage or attending one of these local events.

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• Derby at The Pier | Saturday, May 6 | 3-9 p.m. | Spa Beach Park, 615 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | $20-$1,250 | Pull on your best Derby hat, seersucker suit, or floral dress and head to the pier to watch the race on a giant screen while sipping on a mint julep or bourbon.
• Florida Wiener Dog Derby | Saturday, May 6 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa | $17-$80 | Yes, this is a different kind of derby, but who’s to say these aren’t the big dogs? Watch 500 weiner dogs compete for best kisser, nose, and tail, and race in the Speed Trap.
• Taste of Water Street: A Day at the Races | Saturday, May 6 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Raybon Plaza, 536 Channelside Dr., Tampa | Free | The buzzy neighborhood is celebrating race day with festive outfits (stop by the Joyful Notion Flower Cart to decorate your hat), whiskey flights, live jazz from The Distinguished Gentlemen of Brass, and Derby-themed games — post time is 6:57 p.m.