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Valentines & Valentines by Joani Delezen
Date Night Ideas
Oh, Valentine's Day. You either love it or think it's a pain in the ass. And no matter what, you know that it's one of the few nights of the year where ordering in and hitting up Redbox just doesn't cut it. Whether you're in a relationship or single, there's always a lot of pressure to do something "special." But you don't have to freak out about it too much this year—there are more than enough date-worthy events happening around town to help make planning an unforgettable evening easy. We've gone ahead and done the legwork for you, all you have to do is pick an event, hope it's not sold out and buy tickets.
♥ Sluggo's Punk Rock Promagedon
And They Called It Puppy Love ♥ Duh For Dogs
Remember The Spotted Dog Pet Boutique and Bakery? We hope you do, it only closed in December. If you and your puppy have been missing their fresh baked treats, we've got some good news. Starting Valentine's Day, they are reopening in a new location—a villa inside Duh. To celebrate their new digs, they'll be offering discounts and refreshments all day Friday. And yes, your dog is welcome to come shop with you. Details: duhpensacola.com
♥ My Furry Valentine
If you don't have a dog to spoil with Spotted Dog treats but want one, The Pensacola Humane Society is offering a pretty sweet Valentine's Day adoption
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promotion. The ‘My Furry Valentine’ deal is a two-for-one adoption specials on certain animal couples. One couple that will be featured during the event is Djange and Maxwell, two-year-old inseperable Shepherd mixes. How can you say no? Details: pensacolahumane.org
Friday, Feb. 14 You're going to want to dress to impress at this Valentine's Day party. And not just because you can win a prize for being "best dressed" — but because it's a punk rock prom and you'd be crazy to miss your chance to rock a fitting get up. There will, of course, be dancing and DJ’s, plus a photo booth and a special appearance by everyone's favorite female hip-hip duo Cookies and Cake. It doesn't start until 9 p.m., so you have plenty of time to see "The Vagina Monologues" before and walk over. Yup, that sounds like a dream date to us. Details: facebook.com/sluggos.pals
♥ PLT's Short Attention
Span Theatre
Friday, Feb. 14-Sunday Feb. 16 (plus additional shows next weekend) Thinking about taking your date to a movie theater? Well, think a little harder and step up your game with an evening at the Pensacola Little Theatre. They are playing host to "Short Attention Span The-
ater," which is a series one-act plays that focus on the funny side of romance and relationships. You can also impress your date by telling them that most of the plays are original and unpublished, so they are seeing a world premiere performance. Details: pensacolalittletheatre.com
♥ P'Cola Love
Friday, Feb. 14 "An Evening of Champagne, Chocolate and Song" is how The Choral Society of Pensacola is billing their Valentine's event "To Pensacola With Love." Given that all the ingredients of a great date are built in the title—booze, food and music— it's pretty much a no brainer. Details: choralsocietyofpensacola.com
♥ The Vagina Monologues
Friday, Feb. 14 If you read anything in the paper prior this page, you already know about "The Vagina Monologues" performance, which the ladies of V-Day Pensacola are putting on. But just in case you didn't—here's another plug. You aren't going to find a cheaper (only $5) or more thoughtful way to spend Feb. 14 than this. Details: facebook.com/vdaypensacola
♥ Play Hockey
Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15 Nothing says "romance" like watching grown men rough each other up on ice skates. But seriously, if you're in a love with a sports fanatic we can't think of a better way to show them you "get" them than by spending Valentine's Day at The Hangar taking in an Ice Flyers game. Bonus points if you spring for seats on the glass. Details: pensacolaiceflyers.com
♥ PSO's Presents A Night at the Movies
Saturday, Feb. 15 "I'm taking you to see an Academy Award winner in the flesh." Yeah, that's a date night description you don't hear very often. But you can totally use it this year if you choose to wait a day and wow your valentine with an evening at the Saenger Theater featuring the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra and celebrated composer Bill Conti. Details: pensacolasymphony.com (For a complete interview with Conti, turn to page 25) 15
Waffles Are For Lovers
♥ Sure, everyone has been to Waffle House. But we doubt you've been to Waffle House on Valentine's Day. And even if you somehow ended up there one faithful Feb. 14, you probably didn't know to plan ahead and make reservations (yes, we said reservations) so you could participate in their annual "Waffles Are For Lovers" dining experience. Tablecloths, candles, a special menu and maybe even some heartshaped hash browns are what you'll get if you book a table. We're suckers for kitsch and waffles, so of course we're totally in love with this idea. Consider our reservations made. Participating locations in our area: 8010 Lavelle Way, Pensacola and 831 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze Details: wafflehouse.com
Do Something Sweet
While we aren't knocking traditional chocolate boxes—the mystery flavors are always fun to bite into—we do think you could do better. Here are some local options we're particularly sweet on.
♥ One Stop Shop
Thinking about buying your valentine flowers? And chocolates? And maybe a
heart-shaped balloon? Not only can Fiore hook you up with all those things, they can do so in spectacular fashion. Starting this month, they are exclusive retailers of French macaroons and gourmet chocolate creations from New Orleans based confectioner Sucré. To celebrate this new relationship, they’re offering discounts when you pair flowers and Sucré sweets. While we can't guarantee what will be in stock, we highly recommend the "Signature Collection" macaroon box if it's available. The lemon flavor alone makes the entire box worth it. Details: fioreofpensacola.com
♥ Snap To It
What's better than a cupcake? Two cupcakes, of course. Stop in Oh Snap! and play the "one for you, one for me" game
with gourmet cupcake flavors. Good luck leaving with just two though. They will also have roses and cards available for sale the day of to make your life easier. Added bonus — they offer vegan and gluten free varieties. Details: ohsnapcupcakes.com
♥ Crepe Expectations
If your valentine works downtown, you should surprise them with a Nutella filled masterpiece from Mimi’s Bistro on the Go. You can find this mobile crêperie parked near Plaza Ferdinand at the intersection of Palafox and Government streets most weekdays. Details: facebook.com/mimiscrepes
♥ Vegan Love
If you ordered ahead and got a Valentine's Day treat box for your significant other or yourself, good on you. But even if you didn't, Sluggo's has your back. They'll have treats galore available the day of, including cookies with edible glitter and build your own goodie bags. And remember, everything at Sluggo's is vegan, so these treats have less junk you need to feel guilty about in them. Details: facebook.com/sluggos.pals
Hearts On Hearts On Hearts ♥
If you're looking for a quick, yet thoughtful gift idea this Valentine's Day, try "Find It In Everything" by Drew Barrymore. Yes, that Drew Barrymore. She's published pretty much the cutest book ever using photos of hearts that she's taken and collected over the last ten years. From miso soup to cat treats to her morning tea, Barrymore has found hearts in countless everyday objects. This simple, yet thoughtful collection of photos proves once and for all that you really can find love in everything if you just look closely. Details: facebook.com/DrewBarrymore
♥ If Waffle House isn't your thing, most fine dinning establishments around town are offering Valentine's Day specials of some kind—like pre-fixed couples menus and wine pairings. We just didn't want to include them here since most require reservations and might be booked solid by time you read this. But if you're going for it last minute, good luck getting a table.
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