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hvparent.com n Hudson Valley Parent 23 Tam, to custom-made dishes creat- ed by the chef using fresh seafood, meats and vegetables. The location provides for oppor- tunities to continue the celebration after lunch or dinner. The Beacon Falls are across the street and sure to be flowing after April's rain. And shopping of all kinds is to be had up and down Main Street. Tea Party at Clermont Clermont State Historic Site 87 Clermont Avenue in Germantown Friendsofclermont.org Bring your mom or favorite moth- er figure to stroll the gardens and grounds around the historic man- sion once owned by the Livingston family, and then enjoy a high tea to celebrate her for Mother's Day. The estate also has beautiful sweeping views of the Hudson River. The special event will begin at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 14 and cost $18 per person. The tea will include Russian tea balls, cucumber sandwiches, and other dainty delights. Reservations are required by call- ing 518-537-4240. Mohonk Mountain House 1000 Mountain Ave., New Paltz 844-207-8368 Mohonk.com Diners at the Mohonk Mountain House receive a lot more than just a meal. The drive up the mountain is just the first part of the adventure. Begin by enjoying brunch that features a carving station, a salad bar, smoked salmon, jumbo chilled shrimp, a made-to-order salad sta- tion and a selection of desserts. Chefs use fresh, locally-sourced ingredients from nearby Hudson Valley farms. And after eating, the family can enjoy the rest of what Mohonk Mountain House has to offer in- cluding 85 miles of hiking trails, the House History Tour that happens at 11:15 a.m. daily, Afternoon Tea & Cookies at 4 p.m. and a visit to view the facility's greenhouse and Victo- rian gardens, all of which is open to diners with the price of the meal. Guests also can choose to have din- ner at the restaurant and enjoy all of the amenities before they eat. Brunch is $49.25 per adult and $30 per child; dinner is $79.75 per adult and $42.75 per child. After dinner there is complemen- tary entertainment beginning at 9 p.m. Terrapin Restaurant, Bistro & Bar 6426 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck 845-876-3330 "From far-flung origins, the world's most diverse flavors meet and mingle here, in this room, at your table. From elements both historic and eclectic comes some- thing surprising, fresh, and dynamic: dishes to delight both the body and soul," is how this bistro in northern Dutchess County describes itself. Terrapin is housed in what was once First Baptist Church built in 1825 and was recently renovated to create a more relaxed atmosphere. They describe their dinner on Mother's Day as, "Local. Organic. Au- thentic. Perfect for Mom," that will feature a prix fixe menu of special- ly-crafted dishes. The regular menu will not be available. This year's selections have not yet been finalized, but last year's appe- tizers and entrees (pick one of each from the menu) included barbequed duck quesadilla, macadamia nut tempura calamari, Hudson Valley french Pekin duck with orange apri- cot sauce and gnocchi al caprese. Dinner is $45 per person, exclu- sive of beverages, dessert tax and gratuity. Children 12 and under may choose to order off of Terrapin's kids menu. The Terrapin Restaurant in Rhinebeck will be the setting of a Mother's Day celebration, with its own specially-crafted menu for patrons just on that day.