Mother's Day will be here before you know it. Always celebrated on the second Sunday in May, Mother's Day 2024 falls on Sunday, May 12. Enjoy the day, however and wherever you choose to celebrate Mother's Day!
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You'll find just the right gifts as you browse online or in stores that are owned and operated by your friends and neighbors. Here are some favorite places to shop local in Lynchburg for Mother's Day and all through the year.
Accents Flags, Gifts, Home & Garden - Decor items fill the store at Accents Flags & Gifts, located at 1716 Main Street in Lynchburg. In addition to a wide variety of full-sized and garden flags, you'll find many home decor items, cheese ball and dip mixes, candles, scented sprays, fragrance oils, sports gifts, monogrammed gifts, baby gifts, pet gifts, wind chimes, garden decor, military decor and more.
Anderson's Country Market II - Located at 3748 South Amherst Highway in Madison Heights, Anderson's Country Market offers a large selection of hanging baskets and bedding plants. In addition, you'll find handmade gifts, fudge, and lots of other goodies. Look for the antique buggy outside the store.
Angelic Haven Floral and Gifts - Located at 7201 Timberlake Road in Lynchburg, Angelic Haven offers beautiful fresh flowers and creative gift ideas for every occasion. Local and distant delivery is also offered. Call 434-237-7799, visit the website, or stop in at the store.
Arthur's Jewelry - Located at 111 North Bridge Street in Bedford, Arthur's has proudly served the community since 1897 with the highest quality jewelry and unique gifts to warm any heart.
Bedford Area Welcome Center - Located at 816 Burks Hill Road in Bedford (at the foot of the National D-Day Memorial), the Bedford Area Welcome Center is a place for visitors and residents alike to get information about the area and also has a wonderful gift shop with many unique locally crafted items for sale.
Bedford Farmers Market - Located at 220 Washington Street in Centertown Bedford, you'll find the freshest, locally grown and produced goods from farmers, producers, and craft vendors at Bedford Farmers Market.
Forest Farmer's Market - Outdoor season begins in late April at Forest Farmer's Market, located at 15583 Forest Road in Forest. From flowers and fruit to unique handcrafted items made by local artisans, you'll find just the right unique gift for mom at Forest Farmer's Market. Open Saturdays from 9 AM - 12 PM.
Gary's Garden Center - Located at 794 Leesville Road in Lynchburg. Gary's Garden Center is operating in the former Greenview Nursery location with a wide variety of bedding plants including over 50 varieties of herbs, shrubs and trees, and the best gardening advice in the area from three generations of the Garner family.
Givens Books & Little Dickens - Located at 2236 Lakeside Drive in Lynchburg, Givens offers a great selection of books for moms of all ages; teacher resources; educational toys and games, and many items you can't buy in the big box stores. Give Mom a gift of fun this year. You can also shop online.
Grace Marie Jewelry & Design - Located at 825 Main Street in Lynchburg, the location formerly housing Bowen Jewelry. Grace Marie moved from Forest in March 2024 and offers a great collection of quality jewelry pieces. They specialize in custom designs, in-house repairs, engraving services and more.
Hill House Interiors - Located at 163 South Main Street in Amherst, Hill House is a unique gift shop offering high quality home decor items, handbags and accessories, collectibles, gourmet foods and wines, and more.
Kathryn's Flower and Gift Shop is located at 3261 Fort Avenue in Lynchburg. Flowers are a great way to show your love. You can also shop online and have flowers delivered.
Lexie and Lee - Located at 1220 Main Street in Lynchburg, Lexie and Lee is a local women-owned boutique shop offering capsule clothing, locally made goods, and vintage home decor. See also The Hip Tulip.
Lynchburg Community Market - Serving the Lynchburg community since 1783, you'll find everything from flowers and gourmet desserts to handcrafted gifts that will please any mom's taste.
Nannys Prims and Decor - Located at 1072 Corporate Park Drive, Ste. B in Forest and their second location at 228 Main Street in Brookneal, Nannys Prims and Decor offers home decor items, including primitive, farmhouse, Christmas decor, and much more.
Penelope - Family owned and operated since 1988, Penelope is a favorite destination for women of all ages. With two locations in our area, Penelope is your go-to shop for unique jewelry, including the area's largest selection of sterling silver jewelry. You'll also find fashion jewelry, clothing, and accessories, including many items that can be personalized. Lynchburg area shops are located at 3385 Candler's Mountain Road in Lynchburg and 14805 Forest Road in Forest, with additional locations in Farmville, Charlottesville, Roanoke, and the Richmond and Northern Virginia areas.
Spearman Artisanry - Located at 1219 Main Street in downtown Lynchburg, Spearman Artisanry offers unique fair trade and locally made jewelry, apparel, and gifts, handcrafted by artisans both in the US and around the globe. This includes one-of-a-kind hand crocheted jewelry in fine silver and non precious metals.
The Farm Basket - Located at 2008 Langhorne Road in Lynchburg, The Farm Basket offers a variety of gifts, including home decor, tableware and linens, candles, lotions, garden accessories, specialty foods, gift baskets, and more.
The Flower Basket - Located at 3922 South Amherst Highway in Madison Heights, The Flower Basket offers beautiful flower arrangements, green and blooming plants, and gift baskets to brighten mom's day. Shop online or by phone for pickup or delivery.
The Hip Tulip - Located at 1220 Main Street in Lynchburg, The Hip Tulip offers unique floral arrangements, soaps, candles, prints & signs, hand-crafted items, and other gift items. See also Lexie and Lee.
Virginia Garden Supply - Located at 4614 Boonsboro Road in Lynchburg. Virginia Garden Supply offers a wide selection of bedding flowers, shrubs and trees, houseplants, pottery, and gifts for every taste.
Winey Chicks Boutique - Located at 18013 Forest Road in Forest, Winey Chicks offers unique women's apparel, accessories, handbags, shoes, gift baskets, wine, home decor and more.
So plan ahead and shop local for Mother's Day this year! Whether you pick up flowers, chocolate, or a special gift for the moms in your life, save time and gas by shopping local in Lynchburg or Central Virginia.
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