Stakes are high on the weekend of Mother’s Day as families across the globe pull out all the stops to ensure the matriarch feels appreciated.

Here are a few community events over the weekend that may make the smile on mom’s face even bigger.

Black Wings at Paine Field in Everett – The Smithsonian Institution’s traveling exhibit will be bringing by historic planes piloted by African american aviators, from May 7 through June 21.

Canine Carnival at Redmond Town Center – Bring the whole family, including the four-legged friends, to this canid centric festival from 10 a.m. to noon tomorrow.

Mother’s Day Celebration at Country Village in Bothell – Enjoy the shops, kid-crafts and gardens of Country Village with a $150 shopping spree prize for one special winner.

Hillcrest Bakery’s 50th Anniversary – Celebrate Mother’s Day with the family-owned and family friendly Hillcrest Bakery. Buy bread at 1965 price of 50 cents a loaf. Tomorrow only.

Menchies Grand Opening Celebration, Beardslee Road in Bothell – Menchies is celebrating the grand opening of their new shop just a few blocks from downtown and a block from UW Bothell and Cascadia campus.

Pick a park for a picnic – Whether you chose the local city, county or state parks, Mom may appreciate a nice day in the sun. On Mother’s Day, May 10, Washington State Parks will have a free day of parks.

What ever you do with mom this year, make sure she knows how much you love her.