Kansas City Jam Maker Launches Mother's Day Event for Single Moms

Solo and Celebrated aims to honor and support single mothers in the community.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:21pm

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A blurred, impressionistic photograph in soft, warm tones depicting a woman's hands holding a cup of tea or applying a face mask, conveying a sense of tranquility and self-care.A new Mother's Day event in Kansas City aims to provide single mothers with a much-needed opportunity to relax, recharge, and feel celebrated.Kansas City Today

Cathy Cowan, the founder and owner of On the Rocks Gourmet Jams in Kansas City, Missouri, has launched a new initiative called Solo and Celebrated to provide a special Mother's Day experience for single mothers in the community. The event will feature pampering activities, meals, and resources to honor and support these hardworking parents.

Why it matters

Single mothers often face unique challenges and may not receive the same level of recognition and support as other mothers on Mother's Day. This event aims to change that by creating a dedicated celebration and providing resources to help single moms feel valued and empowered.

The details

Solo and Celebrated will take place on the Saturday before Mother's Day and will include spa treatments, a catered brunch, and workshops on topics like self-care, financial planning, and parenting advice. Cowan was inspired to create the event after seeing the struggles that many single mothers in her community face.

  • Solo and Celebrated will be held on May 10, 2026, the Saturday before Mother's Day.

The players

Cathy Cowan

The founder and owner of On the Rocks Gourmet Jams in Kansas City, Missouri, who launched the Solo and Celebrated initiative to support single mothers in her community.

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What they’re saying

“As a single mom myself, I know how important it is to feel supported and celebrated on Mother's Day. With Solo and Celebrated, we want to create a special day just for these hardworking parents to relax, recharge, and know that their community cares about them.”

— Cathy Cowan, Founder and Owner, On the Rocks Gourmet Jams

What’s next

Tickets for Solo and Celebrated are now available on the On the Rocks Gourmet Jams website, and the event is expected to sell out quickly.

The takeaway

By creating a dedicated Mother's Day celebration for single mothers, Cathy Cowan and On the Rocks Gourmet Jams are setting an example of how communities can come together to support and empower hardworking single parents.