The modern Mother's Day celebration originated in 1907, in West Virginia at the Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church, Grafton, when pioneer Ann Jarvis, called for its observance. The first official Mother's Day celebration took place on May 10, 1908. This event is now observed by 40+ countries.
Mother's Day in Mexico begins with a serenade called. "Las Mananitas." Family members, and sometimes mariachi bands, gather outside the mother's window to sing and express love and appreciation.
In Ethiopia, Mother's Day is part of a three-day celebration known as "Antrosht." This celebration takes place in mid-fall and honors mothers with traditional music, dancing, bonfires, and special feasts.