As Mother's Day approaches, many Californians, particularly those of Latin descent, prepare to celebrate the occasion not once, but twice. The U.S. tradition of Mother's Day, which dates back to 1908, is observed on the second Sunday in May. However, this year, Mexican Mother's Day, known as Dia de la Madres, falls on May 10, a day dedicated to honoring mothers in Mexican culture.
Dia de la Madres, celebrated annually on May 10, has its roots in a nationwide invitation launched in 1922 by Rafael Alducin, a journalist and founder of the Mexican newspaper Excelsior. Alducin called for a day to honor Mexican mothers, and the unanimous decision was to designate May 10 as that special day. Since then, Mexico has held the distinction of being the first Latin American country to officially recognize a day dedicated to mothers.
Celebrating motherhood is not a new concept in Mexico, where Indigenous communities have historically been built on matriarchal foundations. For instance, the Juchitec matriarchy of the Zapotec civilization in Mexico and the Bribri society in Costa Rica both exemplify this rich cultural heritage. Additionally, various Indigenous ideologies, such as those of the Maya and Aztec civilizations, place significant emphasis on femininity, with several female deities like Ixchel playing vital roles in their belief systems.
As for Mexican Father's Day, known as Día del Padre, it is celebrated annually on the third Sunday of June, which this year falls on June 15.
In Southern California, celebrations for Dia de la Madres will be vibrant and lively. One of the highlights this year will be a special performance by Mexican artist Alicia Villareal at the Los Angeles County Fair on Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for this event are available starting at $57.85. The fair will also host a Mother's Day Brunch on Sunday, May 11, from 12 to 2 p.m. The brunch, priced at $44.99, includes admission to the fair, a buffet, a ticket to see Chris Young that night, and photo opportunities with the fair mascot.
Meanwhile, as Mother's Day approaches, many are also wondering about the Powerball lottery. The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing held on Wednesday, May 7, were 14-15-30-40-59, with the Powerball number being 20 and a Power Play of 3x. The jackpot for this drawing was set at $65 million, with a cash option of $29.9 million.
The excitement surrounding the Powerball lottery continues to build, especially with the upcoming drawing on Saturday, May 10, where the jackpot is expected to climb to $82 million, with a cash option of $37.7 million. This surge follows the previous drawing on May 5, which had a jackpot of $54 million but resulted in no winners who matched all five numbers plus the Powerball. However, a ticket from Puerto Rico did win $2 million by matching five numbers plus the Power Play in that drawing.
The Powerball drawings take place at 11 p.m. EDT on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, including holidays. With Mother's Day just around the corner, many hopeful players are contemplating whether a $2 ticket could change their lives.
As the anticipation builds for both Mother's Day celebrations and the Powerball drawing, it's essential to remember the odds of winning the lottery. Players have a 1 in 292.2 million chance of matching all six numbers, with prizes ranging from $2 to the grand prize jackpot, which varies.
In addition to the excitement of potential winnings, the Powerball lottery has a storied history. As of May 7, 2025, there have been 12 lottery jackpots that have reached or surpassed $1 billion. The largest jackpot in U.S. history was a staggering $2.04 billion Powerball prize won on November 7, 2022. Other notable jackpots include the $1.73 billion prize won on October 11, 2023, and the $1.586 billion prize from January 13, 2016.
As players prepare for the next drawing, they should also be aware of the regulations regarding claiming their prizes in Florida. Winners must claim their prizes within 180 days from the date of the drawing, while the cash option must be claimed within the first 60 days after the applicable draw date.
With all these festivities and opportunities for winning, the weekend ahead promises to be both celebratory and hopeful for many Californians. Whether it's honoring mothers through heartfelt celebrations or dreaming of a life-changing lottery win, the spirit of the season is alive and vibrant.
