Top 10 Places to Shop for Father’s Day (In and Near Rolla, MO!)
When shopping for dad this upcoming Father’s Day (Sunday, June 18, put it on your calendar!) why not keep it local? There are so many great places to find dad’s special gift right here in and around Rolla, Missouri.
Did we miss your favorite? Please comment on our blog below!

Located in St. Robert, Missouri Bow and Barrel offers an indoor firearms and outdoor archery ranges. In addition to offering regular open range hours they have special events and activities and training that dad may enjoy. Check them out on their website.

Taking dad out to Meramec Springs would be a fun and memorable day. A day pass is only $5 and an annual pass is $35. Meramec Springs is a great place to take dad fishing, for a nature walk, or explore the museum. Check out their website.

Does dad love golf? This challenging 9 hole course is surrounded by beautiful scenery. The club is semi private, but also open to the public. You can purchase 9 holes, 18 holes, or an annual membership. Check out their website.

The Oak Meadow Golf Club’s driving range would be a perfect to practice your swings before hitting their 18-hole course. Oak Meadow Golf Club is semi-private, the setting is beautiful, and great for any skill level of golfer. Gift certificates are available or you can reserve a tee times on their website.

Almost any dad would love a delicious steak dinner. Matt’s prides itself in serving the most delicious food, local beers and wines. Their unlimited signature salad and bread sticks are also delicious! Keep in mind, Matt’s is closed Sunday and Mondays,  reservations are always a good idea (and can be made on their website).

Known for their pizza their entire menu is delicious. Located downtown, Alex’s has been a Rolla staple since 1964. The restaurant also offers a selection of beers, wines, and mixed drinks. Check them out online.

Family Center offers a wide selection of clothes, housewares, and lawn and garden items. You’ll be sure to find something to fit your dad’s taste and your budget. Check out their website here.

What could dad want more than images of the people he loves most? Consider booking a session for the whole family, perhaps just his kids or grandchildren. Looking for something a little nontraditional? Little Mother also does boudoir sessions.
If you book your session (very) soon there will be time to get the digital files ready to show him!

We have officially finished our first round of unicorn special sessions! Little Mother Photography spent two Saturdays taking photographs in St. James. A total of 19 sessions were done! After shooting, Kandi spent the better part of two weeks editing the photos. Overall the results were magical and the experience was memorable.
The sessions were booked weeks in advance. We started with only 1 day, but as the sessions were so popular, (and booked completely so quickly), we added a second! Everyone arrived early for their session, which made everything run smoothly, and allowed for maximum time for the children to pick out a perfect outfit, headpiece (if they wanted one), and get to know Snowflake before their session. One little girl brought her own sword and shield to do her own warrior poses!
Many children were brave and confident enough to get up on Snowflake’s back, which resulted in some amazing images! Some families came as a group to take advantage of this opportunity; something that is encouraged for almost any of our sessions. People traveled as far as Springfield, and Ozark, Missouri to meet Snowflake!
You may be surprised to learn that Snowflake is a deaf unicorn. Her mainly white coat and bright blue eyes, (with irises splashing into the pupil) are very common in deaf animals. Perhaps because of her hearing impairment Snowflake prefers to be in the company of other horses. Both days she had a friend accompany her to the photoshoot. All of our children (and parents) were very understanding and were good about not making any sudden movements and only walking in front of her.
We can’t wait to do another special unicorn session next spring (2018). Please watch our Facebook page closely for this and other special events!

Did you know that (according to the  Andersonville Study of Retail Economics)  buying local generates 70% more local economic activity per square foot as opposed to big box chain stores? So when you are shopping for the perfect gift for mom this year, we hope you’ll consider keeping those dollars here in the Rolla/St. James/ St. Robert areas. Below are Little Mother Photography's 10 favorite places to shop. The list is in no particular order.
Did we miss your favorite? Please comment on our blog below!

Consider taking mom out for a nice pint or meal. The Rolla Brewpub has amazing sandwiches and other light eats, but if you’re looking for a more substantial dinner, the St. James Taproom is amazing. Public House prides itself in using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. If the weather is agreeable you can relax in the beautiful Gardens which connect St. James Winery and Public House. The gardens’ outdoor wood-fired pizza kitchen is a must try!
You can check out the St. James Taproom hours, and download a menu here.

Located in the heart of downtown Rolla, Red Door Gifts is more than your typical gift shop. Featuring beautiful jewelry, purses, as well as kitchen and home accessories; you’re sure to find something to fit your mom’s style and your budget. They were recently voted the #1 Gift Shop and #1 Boutique by the Rolla Daily News. Not sure exactly what mom wants this year? A Red Door gift card is always a safe bet!
You can check out Rolla Red Door Gifts website here.
And be sure to “like” them on their Facebook page, as a great way to hear about upcoming specials and see their latest merchandise!

For the most beautiful clothing, and accessories for mom or her home, check out the Front Porch Boutique. Their shop at 1901 Bishop Avenue is simply adorable, and definitely worth a stop. You can also preview a lot of their beautiful goods on their website. (They also offer gift cards!)

Located in St. James, Missouri, Huffman’s Flowers of the Field is a great, locally owned nursery, garden center, and gift shop. With a very knowledgeable owner and staff, Huffman’s is your one stop shop this spring! They offer a huge selection of native and exotic plants, flowers and trees. Marge and her staff will work with you to find the perfect plant for your mother.
Does your mom lack a green thumb? Then check out the beautiful (and very affordable) gift shop! Wind chimes, home accessories, vases, and more can be found in this adorable store. These lovely items would look great in your mom’s home or in her garden.
Be sure to “like” them on Facebook (and stay tuned to see when Little Mother will be hosting our next mini-session at their location!)

Open for over 10 years now, Sybill’s is amazing. Located in St. James, the restaurant and gift shop inhabit a 100 year old farm house. In addition to a full (and delicious) food menu, they also serve local craft beer, wine, and artisanal cocktails. Be sure to leave room for dessert, the selection changes regularly, but never disappoints! Reservations are recommended, but not required.
Before or after your meal the gift shop is a great stop. There they sell one-of-a-kind antiques, gifts, home accessories, jewelry, and more.
Check out their website, including menu, hours and information here.

Whose mother doesn’t love jewelry? Since 1984 Kent Jewelry is south central Missouri’s only full-service state-of-the-art jewelry design, repair and manufacturer. They have a large selection of fine jewelry on hand, you’ll be sure to find something for your price range. Charms and birthstones are always a wonderful idea for mom to show off her own birth month and memories, or those of her children or grandchildren! Check out Kent’s website.

Salon Legacy is a personal favorite of Little Mother for nails! Both Theresa and Kandi get their nails done by Jenny, but any of the ladies will take great care of your mother. With nearly a perfect 5 star review rating on Facebook your mom will surely have a great experience. They also offer hair service and gift cards are always available. Check out their beautiful work on their Facebook page.

For beautiful, vinyl art please check out our dear friend, Amber! Custom t-shirts, mugs, decals, and more, she has you covered. Her work is top notch, her prices are unbelievable, turnaround time is fast, and her quality is astounding. She uses the best vinyl, you can provide your own shirt/mug/whatever (or she has some on hand too). For clothing (and other fabric items) she will professionally apply your design with her professional heat press, meaning it will last for hundreds of washes (she’ll give you exact washing instructions). You can find her Facebook page to contact her here.

Another personal favorite of Little Mother! Kandi has been using The Beauty Mark for her hair cutting, color, and styling for years. In addition to hair they also do massages, face light therapy, skin care, and lash extensions. Your mom would love a gift card towards these services! You can find their contact information on their Facebook page.

Little Mother Photography gift cards and photos are always a great gift idea! Little Mother has gift cards available for any denomination, or why not schedule a session with her children to surprise her? If you book now you can get your digital files back in time for Mother’s Day! Contact Little Mother to schedule your session or to discuss gift card options): littlemotherphotography@gmail.com