Mother's Day is around the Corner!

April 23, 2026

Mother's Day is around the Corner!

Mother’s Day is only 2 weeks away! Instead of waiting too late and choosing from the picked-over cards at your grocery store or paying a small fortune for overnight floral delivery, why not be an intentional gift-giver. By planning now, you can avoid the stress and secure something that truly shows the mom in your life how much she means to you. 

Suggested Hug Box gift Ordering Dates:
If you are shipping across the US, order by Friday, May 1 (Order sooner for Hawaii and Alaska)
If you are shipping within the state of Georgia, order by Tuesday, May 5 
If you choose local delivery in the Newnan, Georgia area, order by Thursday, May 7 for delivery before or on Saturday May 9 

Whether you are celebrating a mom, a grandmother, or a mother figure in your life, here are some thoughtful gift ideas to send her.

Thoughtful Mothers Day Gifting Ideas from the Hug Box.

The Ultimate Spa Gift.
Let’s be honest: Most moms aren’t great at spoiling themselves. They are usually too busy taking care of everyone else! A curated self-care box is the perfect way to force a little relaxation into her schedule. Seek out boxes that feature all-natural, small-batch items like hand-poured soy candles, botanical bath salts, and artisan-made soaps. Instead of a standard, mass-produced bath set, opt for a Mother’s Day Hug Box. 

The Relaxation gift.
If your mom is the type who loves a quiet morning on the porch or a cozy evening with a book, create a sensory experience centered around botanical tastes and sights. A beautiful ceramic mug, high-quality herbal-infused tea, a bag of easy-to-grow lavender and calming body oil. You are gifting her a moment of peace. Every time she sips her tea and smells the lavender, she’ll think of you. Order this limited curated gift box before they sell out, The Mother’s Day Mindfulness Hug Box.

Or Build a Gift Box to suit your budget and make even more personal. Any Hug Box will mean something to them, but you may want to make it even more specific to their tastes or needs. Click here to start building your gift box.

The Hug Box offers thoughtful gifts, and with flowers! Send them the gift of springtime!

NEWNAN, GEORGIA COMMUNITY EVENTS
As you wrap up April and head into May, the Newnan area has a wonderful mix of community-focused events, from quiet library gatherings to high-energy races.

Newnan Artisan Market is Saturday
May 2 from 12-6pm
at the Boyd Gallery Basement in Downtown Newnan, Georgia.

Everything from baked goods, art, jewelry - so many things to choose from for Mother's Day gifting. AND the Hug Box will be there with curated ready-to-gift Hug Boxes and items to build your own gift box (and you can include items from other artisans at the market)!

 

Newnan Carnegie Library is a hub for community connection, offering everything from artisan tastings to mindful workshops.

Spring Tea Tasting: On April 30th (1:30 PM), explore botanical flavors that pair perfectly with the mindfulness themes we've been discussing.

Literary & Creative Clubs: Look for the Silent Book Club on May 6th and regular crochet gatherings if you're looking to connect with other local makers.

"Murder in Coweta County" Screening: A free showing of this local classic film is happening on April 24th at 6:30 PM, complete with popcorn.

• April 24 - 26 - "The Little Mermaid"
  Support local theater! The production will be running at the historic Wadsworth Auditorium.
  
• April 30 - Opening of "She Loves Me"
  Newnan Theatre Company, the primary production of the classic romantic musical runs through May 17.

Chattahoochee Bend State Park is the place for those looking to practice mindfulness in nature.

Stargazing & Glow Hikes: Join a night hike on April 24th or May 16th to experience the granite outcrops under the stars.

Mother’s Day Arts & Crafts: On May 9th, the park is hosting a specific event for creating nature-inspired gifts.

Nature BINGO: A fun, observational way to engage with the local flora and fauna on April 25th.

• Yoga on the Green: Part of the "Fitness in the Parks" series, these evening sessions (6:00 PM on Wednesdays) are a great way to wind down in a beautiful colonnaded setting in Greenville Street Park in Downtown Newnan.
• Dragonfly Running Co. 5K: Join over 1,000 participants in beautiful downtown on Saturday, May 2nd.

 

5 Mindfulness Outdoor Activities

Since it is late April in Georgia, the weather is in that "sweet spot" where the heavy pollen is starting to settle, the humidity hasn't quite moved in, and the lush, bright green of the canopy is at its peak.

Here are several mindfulness outdoor activity ideas that lean into the specific beauty of a Georgia spring:

• Vitamin D doses. Take in 10 minutes of morning sun with your cup of coffee or tea to reset circadian rhythms.
• Support the bees. Plant perennials that bloom in early-to-mid spring, including lungwort, bergenia, and wallflowers. April is an ideal time to plant Georgia native favorites like Purple Coneflower, Black-eyed Susan, and Bee Balm. Keep dandelions in your lawn or borders; they are a vital, high-energy food source for bees emerging from hibernation.
• Forest bathing.(Shinrin-yoku) It’s not a hike; it’s just being in the woods. Find a spot near the river, sit quietly, and let the negative ions from the moving water and the phytoncides (natural oils) from the trees lower your cortisol.
• Sky gazing meditation. Lay a blanket in the grass (check for fire ants first!) and simply watch the clouds move for 10 minutes. Don't look for shapes; just observe the constant state of change. It’s a powerful reminder that "this too shall pass" both the clouds and our daily stresses.
  
• Sense-sational garden walk. Instead of walking for exercise, walk for observation. Stop at three different points and identify: Three Smells: (The sweet drift of Mock Orange, fresh-cut grass, or damp earth). Three Textures: (The waxy leaf of a Camellia, the rough bark of a Pine, or the soft petals of a fading Azalea). Three Sounds: (The specific pitch of a Chickadee, the wind in the trees, or distant lawnmowers).

  
  

  
  

VOLUNTEER IN 2026 at the following in NEWNAN, GEORGIA: 

• Newnan Coweta Humane Society Help with rescuing, caring for animals, and even court-ordered community service.
• Bridging The Gap Assist with weekly food distribution, home delivery, and holiday programs.
• ChildrenConnect Museum Help run the museum, great for one-time or repeat commitments.
• Newnan-Coweta Habitat for Humanity Assist with new home construction projects in Sharpsburg or volunteer at the ReStore, which sells donated home goods and building materials to fund their mission.
• Coweta Samaritan Clinic  Volunteers support clinic operations, which is open Monday-Thursday during business hours.
• Backpack Buddies of Georgia Help pack and deliver food bags to school children in Coweta County who experience food insecurity over weekends and holidays.
• ELEVATE Coweta Students Volunteer to mentor students or assist with fundraising events and classroom support.
• Keep Newnan Beautiful This organization focuses on environmental stewardship through litter prevention, beautification projects, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Meals on Wheels Coweta Help deliver meals to individuals who are homebound.

10 month old German Shepherd mix who is delightful. He came from Animal Services. Likes to play ball, sits well, and is perfecting his leash manners.   ADOPT ARIO

Checkout all the dogs and cats for adoption at Newnan Coweta Humane Society  

 

 

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