Thanks to Presidents’ Day falling on Monday, February 15, the Valentine’s Day weekend is a long one, giving you plenty of time to celebrate with your beloveds in multiple ways. Since the pandemic hit about a year ago, we have all gotten pretty good at finding alternative ways of celebrating. Lucky for us, area businesses have stepped up their creative options for offering entertainment in a safe and socially distanced way.
First, you can go the quintessentially traditional route by gifting your loved ones with candy and flowers. To refresh your memory and provide some inspiration, here are some of our local picks for vendors near you:
Florists:
- In EVV/Newburgh:
- In Vincennes:
Chocolate and Sweet shops:
- Vincennes:
- Evansville:
Events and Other Ideas:
On the other hand, if you are looking to mix things up a little but with a touch of escapism, there are several different virtual and in-person events happening over Valentine’s weekend that you can choose from, depending on where you live:
- EPO: The Envelope Please. Top Broadway hits with special guest soloist Doug LaBrecque, conducted by Roger Kalia. Live stream Saturday, Feb. 13 at 7:00 PM, and Sunday, Feb. 14, at 2:00 PM Tickets $15.00 https://evansvillephilharmonic.org/event/the-envelope-please/
- Strawberries and Champagne Gala, hosted by the Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. virtual, Saturday Feb. 13 @ 7:00 PM Free event, but you can purchase an event box for $50.00 https://www.evansvilledeltas.com/chapter-events
- The Really Big Show: A classic Tri-state tradition. Virtual, Saturday, Feb. 13 @ 6:30 FREE Watch on Television on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. CST on Channel 14 WFIE or on www.arcofevansville.org. On-line auction starts February 8 at 12:00 NOON.
- Art exhibits in Jasper at the Thyen Clark Cultural Center: Art by Indian’s own John Mellencamp and Gerry Wubben. Open Saturday, 10-2, Sunday 12-3. Virtual exhibit also available online: Learn more about the exhibit here:
- Vincennes: Second Sunday nature walk at Ouabache Trail Park and free admission to state historic sites on president’s day
- Nieva Schapker’s Chocolate Walk at the Jennings Street Public House: Purchase a bag in the two weeks leading up to the event for $10. On Friday, February 12, and Saturday, February 13, take your bag around to participating businesses and they will give you chocolate! You are encouraged to browse the stores and shop at the same time. We will be open during normal business hours, have themed chocolates for your enjoyment and special Weekend Features that pair well with the chocolate you receive. All proceeds from the event go to the Newburgh Food Pantry.
For some home grown romance, you could investigate some of these additional options:
- Virtual cooking classes/bartending class
- Heart shaped bacon anyone? Valentine’s Day is on a Sunday, so it is the perfect opportunity to create a luxuriant breakfast in bed. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
- DIY charcuterie board…they are all the rage. Make one together and then sit on the couch to enjoy it together while gazing into each other’s eyes… https://www.spendwithpennies.com/how-to-make-a-charcuterie-board/
- OR…you could just order one from Evansville’s own Agape Graze.
- Valentine’s Movie Night: Fun for just the two of you or for the whole family. Here are some lists to get you started:
- Chocolate Fondue: How to
- Volunteer together: local ideas….:
Kids love Valentine’s day, so finding ways to include them in the celebration is always a great idea and a ton of fun for the whole family. Try some of these ideas for inspiration!
The weather is dicey, but you could also go for a hike in one of Southern Indiana’s glorious state parks, or venture over to Paoli Peaks and spend the day skiing or tubing. Pack a picnic and have a winter adventure. Come home and snuggle by the fireplace (or the virtual fireplace) and warm up.
