What to do and where to go

If you’re still on the fence whether to take Mom for some retail therapy or have her indulge in the gustatory delights of some of the island’s cooks and chefs, here’s a quick guide to help you plan and execute a Mother’s Day surprise for the woman who is the queen of our hearts and homes.

SHOPPING

Joeten Shopping Center

Pick a gift for Mom from Joeten’s wide selection of merchandise and groceries. From May 11 to 14, take advantage of 25% off on ladies apparel, shoes, jewelry, make-up, and home appliances. For the family barbecue, meat products and select wines and spirit are also on sale, while select baking products and vegetables are also available for a special low price. Visit any of Joeten’s four branches in Susupe, Garapan, Dandan, and Kagman.

Joeten Motors

This Mother’s Day, get Mom a new 2023 Nissan Rogue for a down payment of just $500 and only $242 monthly payments. The purchase comes with a $500 shopping spree for Mom, free tint and Ziebart undercoating and a one-year free service. Visit www.joetenmotors.com or call 670-234-5562 for more information.

MG Mall

Check out the big Mother’s Day sale at MG Mall, which features up to 70% off on select merchandise and 50% off on all other items. Store hours are 10am to 8pm. MG Mall is located between Gold Ribbon and Hopwood Junior High School in Chalan Piao.

Midea Appliances

Update Mom’s appliances with sales that range from 10% to 25% for window and split type air-conditioning units. Refrigerators and freezers are from 10% to 30% off. There is also a 10% discount on washer, solar lights, and rice cookers and much more. The store is located in Chalan Kanoa, Saipan.

IT&E

Sign up for IT&E’s phone plans this Mother’s Day and get up to $200 in gift certificates for a spa treatment at Namaste Beautiful on Saipan. Rota and Tinian subscribers are eligible for $200 vouchers from Ace Hardware. For those who already have a phone and are just looking for a phone plan, IT&E offers a value-packed data plan starting at $35 a month. This comes with unlimited access to select social media sites. Also, purchase a new phone with a phone plan through IT&E’s Device Payment Plan and get an unlimited voice and data plan starting at $55—a plan originally worth $80. Some conditions apply. Visit IT&E for more information.

DINING

McDonalds

A gift card from McDonald’s is a sure-fire way to satisfy Mom’s craving for their sandwiches, fries, and milkshakes. Available at any of the McDonald’s location on Chalan Pale Arnold Road and its Garapan Express branch.

KFC and Taco Bell

From May 12 to 19, KFC offers a “Special MOMent Deal,” which is a choice between two meal sets, each for only $29.99. Set A includes six pieces of chicken, five-piece chicken strips, two large sides, three cookies and two drinks (no refill). Set B includes 10 pieces chicken, two large sides, three cookies and two drinks (no refill).

Taco Bell offers a $14 Mother’s Day packet of one Nachos Bell grande, one quesadilla, and a three-piece taco.

Shirley’s Coffee Shop

A $30 gift voucher and a 30th anniversary commemorative shirt awaits five winners of Shirley’s Mother’s Day photo contest. It’s easy to join! Take a photo of your Mom at any of Shirley’s Chalan Kanoa or Century Hotel branches and let the world know why you love her by posting the photo on Shirley’s Facebook page. Winners will be announced on May 31. Visit Shirley’s Coffee Shop on Facebook for more information.

Crown Plaza Resort Saipan

Treat Mom to the best of the best buffets at one of the most scenic restaurants on Saipan. On Sunday, May 14, The Terrace will host a Mother’s Day feast from 11am to 2pm. Indulge in a delectable spread of seafood on ice, various smoked meats, including a whole roasted lechon and Angus prime rib, a pasta station, a hot and cold dessert selection. The buffet costs only $65 for adults and $25 for children between 4 to 11 years old. A 15% local resident discount applies.
For reservations, visit saipan.crowneplaza.com or call 670-234-6414.

Coral Ocean Point

It’s called the Lovely Mother’s Day brunch and dinner buffet, which awaits your family at the resort’s Restaurant Ole on Sunday, May 14. Buffet menu includes special Angus top blade steak served tableside (one per adult). Lechon, fresh sushi, sashimi and fresh oysters are inclusive of champagne, wines, and cocktails from the Beach Club Live Bar. For reservations, call 680-237-5026.

Great Harvest Bread Co.

Spoil Mom with these specials from Triple J Wholesale. Begin with special pastry orders from the Great Harvest Bread Co., that are sure to satisfy Mom and her brood’s sweet tooth. From May 10-20, order a round, chocolate, or a taro-flavored cake for only $16.95. You may also add a short, personalized message with this order. Get a Raspberry, Mango or Blueberry Cheesecake with a heart-shaped cookie, also for $16.95 only. A minimum 24-hours is required for each order of these delectable pastries.

Surf Club Restaurant

From May 13 to 15, Moms get to try either a plate of penne alfredo with chicken or a raspberry citrus salad with shrimp for only $17.95 to add on to their meals at the Surf Club Restaurant. For reservations, call the Surf Club at (670) 235-1122

Saipan 360

Take Mom to a meal with a view of Saipan at night. Between May 13 and 14, Saipan 36o has a special Mother’s Day menu for lunch and dinner. Take your pick between a $59 menu that includes marinated chicken breast in chili soy glaze and oven baked mahi-mahi piccata with pimiento fried rice and vegetables. Or you can have the $69 set, which includes grilled certified Angus beef ribeye steak and sautéed garlic butter shrimp with twice-baked potato and vegetables. All meals start with chicken noodle soup and tossed salad and end with a dessert of fudge brownie butter scotch trifle. Call (670) 234-3600 or (670) 288-4360 for reservations.