V-day around A-town
Yes, Valentines Day is here again. How do I plan on spending mine you ask? Okay maybe you didnt ask, but Im compelled to tell you. 1) Im giving blood to the Red Cross, 2) my 3-year-old and I are baking heart shaped red velvet cupcakes with icing and sprinkles. And 3) what better way to show my unconditional love to my child than sitting through the greatest show on earth?
Perhaps youve already planned your own exciting day of love if not; here are some options for you to consider or politely hint at. . .
For the Self-Indulgent
Chocolate Heaven
The Spa on Paces is offering a Chocolate Scrub, Chocolate Mousse Body Wrap and 30-minute Rose Petal Massage for $171. Mention Spa-addicts.com and get the discounted price of $146. To get more information go to www.spaonpaces.com.
For the Single
Cupid's Shaken &
Stirred
Come out Valentines night to experience Shouts
veranda filled with some of the citys most alluring singles,
not to mention your first drink free! $7 cover charge includes
free food from 7-8 & one free drink. Go to
www.sandboxdating.com
for more information.
For the Opulent
Valentines Package at the Chateau Elan Inn
Package includes overnight accommodations at the Inn, a
special bottle of Chateau Elan wine, a red rose placed on
pillow at turndown, dinner for two in Versailles or Cafe Elan
and breakfast buffet for two in Versailles. For more
information call 1-800-233-WINE or go to
http://www.chateauelanatlanta.com.
Valentine Dinner and Dance Weekend at Callaway
Gardens
Spend the day in floral paradise as you peruse Callaway Gardens and enjoy an intimate dinner followed by dancing to a live band. Call 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292) or go to http://www.callawaygardens.com for reservations.
For the Romantic
Je t'adore: A
Romantic Evening of Love, Art and Music
The High Museum presents an evening of Love, Art and
Music featuring gallery viewing, live music, dance lessons, and
a champagne and dessert bar. Arthur Murray School of Dance
provides sultry tango and sexy salsa lessons throughout the
evening. Visit
www.high.org for more
information.
The Botany of Desire at Atlanta
Botanical Garden
Champagne, hors doeuvres, live music and dancing will be
plentiful Valentines night at the Garden.
Romance will
bloom as guests stroll candlelit paths to view orchids and
glittering Frbel glass sculptures; then round out the evening
with fabulous desserts and a gourmet coffee bar. For event
details, visit
www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org.
For the Wild
Love in the Zoo
Treat your mate to cocktails and a three-course dinner,
followed by an intimate evening with Zoo Atlanta experts, who
will present a glimpse into the amazing science behind love in
the wild kingdom. Takes place Wednesday, February 14 from 6:30
p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Seating is limited. For reservations, please
call 404-624-WILD (9453).
For the Child and Child-at-Heart
Valentine's Day Tea with Madeline
Ooh la la! Join Little Shop of Stories in downtown
Decatur for high tea with Madeline, their favorite Parisian
school girl. Break out those berets and your best French
accent. Tea time is Saturday, February 10th at 10 a.m. and 11
a.m. Please RSVP 404.373.6300.
Queen of Hearts Valentine Exchange
Saturday, February 10, children ages 1-10 can bring in a
sentimental or humorous card addressed to a favorite fairy tale
character, and collect Valentine cards and treats as they tour
the storybook style home. Event will be located at the
Community House, 2838 Cherokee Street in Kennesaw. Call
770.422.9714
http://www.ga-kennesaw.civicplus.com or go
to for more information.
Valentine's Day Cooking Class
Parent-child pairs can roll up their sleeves and create
sweets for their sweeties at a cooking workshop featuring
cookies and crepes. For more information and sign up go to
http://www.mudpiecooking.com.
The Greatest Show on Earth
Start the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey
Circus adventure early by arriving one hour before performance
time to meet the lions, tigers, elephants, acrobats, and clowns
up close, and participate in CircusFit, an activity class with
the show's stars. Order tickets in advance at
www.ticketmaster.com.
For additional dates and information go to
www.ringling.com.
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