If all you really want to do is eat, go to these restaurants:<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Grill Marks in the Vista<\/b><\/h4>\n
For Valentine\u2019s Day, Grill Marks is offering <\/span>a special deal<\/span><\/a> including two Grill Marks burgers, a three-way, and milkshake to share– all for only $25. If you\u2019re feeling fancy, you also have the option to upgrade your milkshake to their V-Day FreakShake. Although this special is only available on Wednesday, the Freakshake is around until the 18th. <\/span><\/p>\n Known for its locally-sourced, fresh food options, Urban Cookhouse is adding something sweet to their menu. From 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, you can decorate your very own custom cookie for yourself or that special someone. Who doesn\u2019t want a cookie made with love?<\/span><\/p>\n If Valentine\u2019s Day is your favorite holiday, or you\u2019re just looking for an excuse to get a drink everyday this week, The Food Academy has you covered. Stop by on Monday for couple\u2019s wine and dine, Tuesday for couple\u2019s cooking class, Wednesday for valentine date night, Thursday for \u2018single\u2019s mingle\u2019 event, Friday for date night dinner-for-two or Saturday for a cocktail tasting. Prices vary depending on event. <\/span><\/p>\n Opting to stay in on Wednesday instead? Kaminsky\u2019s has the perfect dessert, so make sure you pick it up before starting your movie marathon. The chocolate-covered strawberry small-plated dessert consists of a brownie bottom, a strawberry mouse middle and chocolate mouse top. The dish is the perfect treat for yourself or you and your partner, and costs $7.<\/span><\/p>\n Sweet-tooths beware, Wildflower Boutique\u2019s sale will keep you coming back for more. On Wednesday, all shoppers will have the opportunity to choose a \u201cconversation heart\u201d from a jar. Here\u2019s the V-Day spin though– all hearts will have a discount on them, ranging from 15 to 50 percent. So, bring your Galentines and buy some new outfits for a night on the town. <\/span><\/p>\n If you need a necklace or bracelet to finalize your Valentine\u2019s Day look, you\u2019re in luck. Vestique is hosting a \u201cComplete Her Look\u201d sale event where customers who buy a clothing item will receive 25 percent off accessories. While you\u2019re at it, participate in their Share the Love promotion on Instagram. All you have to do is take a picture while wearing a Vestique item with your Valentine, or Galentine, and tag @vestiquecolumbia for a 20 percent off coupon code. This promotion ends Thursday, and the coupon is valid until February 28th. <\/span><\/p>\n In celebration of Galentine\u2019s Day and the store\u2019s 8th birthday in Five Points, Bohemian is having<\/span> a party on Tuesday <\/span><\/a>from 5 to 8 p.m. featuring the work of artist Anne Herlong. There will be food, drinks and, of course, plenty of opportunity to shop. <\/span><\/p>\n Jamie Scott Fitness is known for their tough spin classes, that also doubles as dance parties on bikes. Dance into this holiday with Sweat\u2019s V-Day ride on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. with instructor <\/span>Allen Derrick<\/span><\/a>. Grab your partner, or a group of friends and get ready for a spin party. For first time riders, the class is free. The drop-in fee is $25. <\/span><\/p>\n Looking for a date idea that doesn\u2019t involve going out to dinner? Bring your partner to Pure Barre\u2019s Date Night at the Barre event this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the studio\u2019s Five Points location. Book your tickets beforehand through email (columbia@purebarre.com), $30 per couple, or sign up at the studio. While you\u2019re there, you can also buy a pair of Valentine\u2019s Day Pure Barre sticky socks for $15. <\/span><\/p>\n Make this Valentine\u2019s Day one to remember. FIT Columbia is hosting a partner acro class with LunaTrix Arts this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. consisting of exercises that focus on building trust and finding balance. There will also be chocolates and champagne after to celebrate. You won\u2019t find a class like this anywhere else, so don\u2019t miss out! Tickets are $30 per person, or $50 per couple, and can <\/span>be purchased online<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.101″ \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Still looking for Valentine’s Day plans? Here’s a list of unique events and promotions going on all week in the city of Columbia. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":51,"featured_media":2840,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" Valentine\u2019s Day is no longer a holiday celebrated by couples only. In fact, the holiday has become a favorite for everyone, often times expanding to include Galentine\u2019s Day (a celebration for friends), or Single Awareness Day (made popular by an iconic \u201cParks and Recreation\u201d episode). As a result, date night options aren\u2019t the only promotions and deals going on to attract V-Day celebrators. Now, you can stop by Grill Marks for a special cheesecake milkshake or Wildflower boutique for celebratory discounts<\/span>. <\/b>Or, you could stop by FIT Columbia for a one-of-a-kind couples acro class, where owner Angie Sellers says participants can, \u201cexpect to accomplish the unexpected, to laugh, to play games and step outside of the ordinary.\u201d For a full list of events and promotions everyone can get involved with, keep reading. <\/span><\/p> If all you really want to do is eat, go to these restaurants:<\/b><\/p> Grill Marks in the Vista<\/b><\/p> For Valentine\u2019s Day, Grill Marks is offering <\/span>a special deal<\/span><\/a> including two Grill Marks burgers, a three-way, and milkshake to share-- all for only $25. If you\u2019re feeling fancy, you also have the option to upgrade your milkshake to their V-Day FreakShake. Although this special is only available on Wednesday, the Freakshake is around until the 18th. <\/span><\/p> Urban Cookhouse\u2019s <\/b><\/p> Knownlocally-sourced, fresh food options, Urban Cookhouse is adding something sweet to their menu. From 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, you can decorate your very own custom cookie for yourself or that special someone. Who doesn\u2019t want a cookie made with love?<\/span><\/p> The Food Academy<\/b><\/p> If Valentine\u2019s Day is your favorite holiday, or you\u2019re just looking for an excuse to get a drink everyday this week, The Food Academy has you covered. Stop by on Monday for couple\u2019s wine and dine, Tuesday for couple\u2019s cooking class, Wednesday for valentine date night, Thursday for \u2018single\u2019s mingle\u2019 event, Friday for date night dinner-for-two or Saturday for a cocktail tasting. Prices vary depending on event. <\/span><\/p> Kaminsky\u2019s <\/b><\/p> Opting to stay in on Wednesday instead? Kaminsky\u2019s has the perfect dessert, so make sure you pick it up before starting your movie marathon. The chocolate-covered strawberry small-plated dessert consists of a brownie bottom, a strawberry mouse middle and chocolate mouse top. The dish is the perfect treat for yourself or you and your partner, and costs $7.<\/span><\/p> \u00a0<\/p> If you\u2019re more into #treatingyourself, stop by these shops:<\/b><\/p> Wildflower Boutique<\/b><\/p> Sweet-tooths beware, Wildflower Boutique\u2019s sale will keep you coming back for more. On Wednesday, all shoppers will have the opportunity to choose a \u201cconversation heart\u201d from a jar. Here\u2019s the V-Day spin though-- all hearts will have a discount on them, ranging from 15 to 50 percent. So, bring your Galentines and buy some new outfits for a night on the town. <\/span><\/p> Vestique<\/b><\/p> If you need a necklace or bracelet to finalize your Valentine\u2019s Day look, you\u2019re in luck. Vestique is hosting a \u201cComplete Her Look\u201d sale event where customers who buy a clothing item will receive 25 percent off accessories. While you\u2019re at it, participate in their Share the Love promotion on Instagram. All you have to do is take a picture while wearing a Vestique item with your Valentine, or Galentine, and tag @vestiquecolumbia for a 20 percent off coupon code. This promotion ends Thursday, and the coupon is valid until February 28th. <\/span><\/p> Bohemian<\/b><\/p> In celebration of Galentine\u2019s Day and the store\u2019s 8th birthday in Five Points, Bohemian is having<\/span> a party on Tuesday <\/span><\/a>from 5 to 8 p.m. featuring the work of artist Anne Herlong. There will be food, drinks and, of course, plenty of opportunity to shop. <\/span><\/p> \u00a0<\/p> If you\u2019re looking to get your heart rate up before your celebration, book one of these classes: <\/b><\/p> Sweat's Valentine's Day Spin<\/b><\/p> Jamie Scott Fitness is known for their tough spin classes, that also doubles as dance parties on bikes. Dance into this holiday with Sweat\u2019s V-Day ride on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. with instructor <\/span>Allen Derrick<\/span><\/a>. Grab your partner, or a group of friends and get ready for a spin party. For first time riders, the class is free. The drop-in fee is $25. <\/span><\/p> Pure Barre's Date Night at the Barre<\/b><\/p> Looking for a date idea that doesn\u2019t involve going out to dinner? Bring your partner to Pure Barre\u2019s Date Night at the Barre event this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the studio\u2019s Five Points location. Book your tickets beforehand through email (columbia@purebarre.com), $30 per couple, or sign up at the studio. While you\u2019re there, you can also buy a pair of Valentine\u2019s Day Pure Barre sticky socks for $15. <\/span><\/p> FIT Columbia's Couple's Acro Class<\/b><\/p> Make this Valentine\u2019s Day one to remember. FIT Columbia is hosting a partner acro class with LunaTrix Arts this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. consisting of exercises that focus on building trust and finding balance. There will also be chocolates and champagne after to celebrate. You won\u2019t find a class like this anywhere else, so don\u2019t miss out! 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The Food Academy<\/b><\/h4>\n
Kaminsky\u2019s <\/b><\/h4>\n
If you\u2019re more into #treatingyourself, stop by these shops:<\/b><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nWildflower Boutique<\/b><\/h4>\n
Vestique<\/b><\/h4>\n
Bohemian<\/b><\/h4>\n
If you\u2019re looking to get your heart rate up before your celebration, book one of these classes: <\/b><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nSweat’s Valentine’s Day Ride<\/b><\/h4>\n
Pure Barre’s Date Night at the Barre<\/b><\/h4>\n
FIT Columbia’s Couple’s Acro Class<\/b><\/h4>\n
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