Find the right date night this Valentine's Day in the Lansing area
Alyssa BurrRomance is in the air once again this year, and with all this love going around, you have to find a way to show it. Drop the boring chocolates and teddy bears in exchange for the perfect night with your boo.
Choose from one of these date night ideas your partner will love and Cupid will be sure to strike his arrow.
Dinner for two
State Room Restaurant & Lounge, 219 S. Harrison Rd. Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, MSU
Treat your Valentine to something special with the State Room's exclusive four-course Valentine's Day menu. Reserve your table by calling 517-432-5049.
Playful competition
Zap Zone, 936 E. Mall Dr., Lansing
Bring back that spark with a little flirtatious fun at Zap Zone! You can beat your bae at anything from Laser Tag to mini-golf- and then later you can make them win you a prize in the arcade.
The art of love
Painting with a Twist, 580 Frandor Ave., Lansing
Sip on your favorite wine with that special someone while creating a memory that will last as long as your love. On Valentine's Day and the days leading up, you can choose from different Valentine's Day inspired designs to paint.
Go to www.paintingwithatwist.com to reserve your session today.
A night inn
The English Inn, 677 S. Michigan Rd., Eaton Rapids
Spend some alone time getting to know your significant other all over again at this cozy Lansing area B&B inn. Add the 'wine and chocolate' or 'sweetheart surprise' package for an extra touch of romance.
Visit englishinn.com for more information.
For the kids
Sweetheart Ball, Wednesday, Feb. 13, 7-8:30 p.m. East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road
Before you spend the day with your sweetheart on Feb. 14, treat the kids to this Valentine's Day-inspired night the whole family can enjoy! Get all dressed up for a night of dancing, refreshments and the opportunity to complete a “make and take” art project.
The cost is $14/person residents; $15/person non-residents. Advanced registration is highly recommended so call (517) 333-2580, ext. 0 or head to www.cityofeastlansing.com/classes.
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