2010 Valentine's Day Guide
by Marci Miller
Events
Valentine’s Day at the High
High Museum of Art
1280 Peachtree Street (404) 733-4444(HIGH)
www.high.org
Saturday, February 13, 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Cost: $25 per person, $40 per couple. Free for members
Treat your Valentine to a romantic evening of art, live music, dance and other special treats! Enjoy live performances from classical guitarist Myles Brown, Latin jazz ensemble Orquesta Lyrica featuring Enrique Mercado, salsa and tango lessons from the Mezcolanza Dance Company, Drawing in the Galleries, and a book signing session with Valinda Brown, author of Succulent Tales. Samples of her treats will be available. Tickets include access to the museum and three outstanding exhibitions—Leonardo da Vinci: Hand of the Genius, John Portman: Art and Architecture, and The Portrait Unbound: Photographs by Robert Weingarten. Champagne and desserts are available for purchase.
Valentine’s in the Garden
Atlanta Botanical Garden
1345 Piedmont Avenue (404) 876-5859
www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org
Saturday, February 13, 7:00pm – 11:00pm
Bring your sweetheart for live entertainment, cocktails, dancing, desserts, and cappuccinos. Warm candlelight and fragrant orchids set the stage for an exquisite evening full of surprises. Expect gorgeous decor, swank lounges, and decadent treats from Atlanta's finest in the entertainment industry. Receive a complimentary glass of pink champagne upon arrival. Indulge in decadent desserts. Guests of the event have the chance to win a sparking diamond necklace, a luxurious weekend stay in Midtown Atlanta, a relaxing retreat on Jekyll Island, and a tropical getaway to Aruba.
Cost: $30 per person, Garden members $25
Motions of the Oceans Valentine’s Day Dinner, Lecture & Sleepover
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker Street (404) 581-4000
www.georgiaaquarium.org
Friday, February 12 – Saturday, February 13, 7:00pm – 9:30pm
Sleep with the fishes on Valentine’s Day! This unique event includes a reception, dinner catered by Wolfgang Puck Catering and a provocative look at the secret mating ritual of animals. Following the dinner and lecture, guests are invited to stay for an adult sleepover in the Ocean Voyager gallery. Those staying the night will be treated to Behind-the-Scenes and Gallery Tours and breakfast the following morning.
Cost: Dinner and lecture: $90 for non-members and $80 members/Cost for Adult Sleepover, dinner and lecture: $160 for non-members and $135 for members
Romeo and Juliet
The New American Shakespeare Tavern
499 Peachtree Street, Atlanta (404) 874-5299
www.shakespearetavern.com
Show runs through February 28
This Valentine’s Day, treat your beloved to the greatest romantic play of all time, Romeo and Juliet. The Shakespeare Tavern celebrates its 10th anniversary of performing this literary classic about young lovers, feuding families and one Friar with good intentions.
Cost: Ticket prices start at $24
Valentine Tango!
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
980 Briarcliff Road, Atlanta (404) 872-5338
www.callanwolde.org
Friday, February 12, 8pm lesson, 9:15pm party
Learn to dance authentic Argentine tango. Dancers of all skill levels are welcome and no partner is necessary. The evening begins with an introductory lesson from expert instructors and then dancers can try out their new moves with an open tango dance party.
Cost: Lesson $15, Party $10
Wow Your Valentine at W Atlanta - Midtown
W Midtown, 188 14th Street, (404) 892-6000
www.watlantamidtown.com
Impress your Valentine with a flirty evening of fun. W Atlanta – Midtown knows all the right moves to make it a night to remember. Customize your Valentine’s Day package to satisfy your sweetheart’s wishes and desires with splurge-worthy amenities. There are a whole host of packages to choose from including the “Yum Package”which includes a 5 course pre-fixe dinner for two at Spice Market, the “Who wants a Valentine” package featuring special access to the Sinner’s Ball, Whiskey Park’s V-day event and the “Indulge Package”which includes a $100 Bliss Spa credit and a 20% discount at W The Store.
Laughing Skull Lounge - One Year Anniversary Weekend
878 Peachtree Street, Atlanta (877.LAFF.AT.U (877-523-3288)
Friday, February 11 - 14
www.vortexcomedy.com
Instead of flowers and candy, come for a laugh at the Laughing Skull Lounge. They are the smallest full-time comedy venue in the world with less than 74 seats and there is not one bad seat in the house. Stand-up comedy is a personal art form best enjoyed in an intimate setting, and you can not get any more intimate this Valentine’s Day! Emo Philips, one of the living legends of progressive comedy will perform at the club’s First Anniversary Comedy Weekend. Emo helped kick off the opening weekend of The Skull, and now he is back. Tickets start at $17.50. Check website for complete schedule.
Restaurants
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Agave
242 Boulevard SE (404) 588-0006
www.agaverestaurant.com
In addition to serving their regular award winning menu of southwestern cuisine, the folks at Agave are offering a romantic three-course prefixed Valentine’s special for only $35 per person. Call for details; reservations recommended.
The Tavern at Phipps
3500 Peachtree Rd. (404) 814-9640
www.tavernatpghipps.com
After buying your Valentine that special something at Phipps Plaza, stop in at The Tavern. Snuggle up in one of the cozy booths in the dining room and enjoy a romantic dinner for two. Or sit out on the heated patio or in the bar and enjoy the live music. Being single is also a plus at the Tavern; it is a great place to see and be seen or to find a date. So whether it's dinner for two, or a place to mingle and be single, The Tavern at Phipps is the perfect mix for Valentine’s Day.
Sotto Sotto
313 N. Highland Ave. (404)523-6678
www.sottosottorestaurant.com
This award winning restaurant creates authentic Italian food with complex flavors that are sure to enhance your Valentine’s experience. Sotto Sotto offers a romantically lit intimate dining room perfect for the special evening. Their celebrated menu is accompanied by an inspiring all-Italian wine list. Make reservations early as seating is limited.
Mezza Lebanese Bistro & Wine Bar
2751 Lavista Rd. (404) 633-8833
www.mezzabistro.com
Mezza is a traditional way of dining in which all menu items are served in small portions allowing couples to share from a large variety of dishes. This Zagat rated restaurant is one of Atlanta Magazine’s Top 100 Restaurants in Atlanta. Mezza serves a variety of over 60 menu items, a wide assortment of wines along with an arrangement of unique desserts. This Valentine’s Day come experience belly dancing and hookahs which appear on weekends.
The Flying Biscuit Café
7 Area Locations
Catering Hotline: (404) 849-2203
www.flyingbiscuit.com
The perfect place to take your Valentine the morning after your romantic evening. Known for their award winning biscuits and great breakfast menu, The Flying Biscuit also offers a full dinner menu at all their intimate restaurants.
Getting Ready
Van Michael Salon
39 West Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta (404) 237-4664
778 N. Highland Avenue, Atlanta (404) 874-6604
220 Sandy Springs Circle, Atlanta (404) 255-0026
5161 Peachtree Pkwy, Ste. 606, Norcross (770) 987-3600
www.vanmichael.com
Van Michael Salon puts style and romance back into your Valentine’s Day with a special offer, 20% off all products on February 11. This includes the salon’s hottest product, Beauty Blender, the amazing latex free, non-allergenic applicator that mimics an airbrush finish without the “overdone” feeling. Call any of the salon’s four area locations to make an appointment for your holiday makeover
Hollywood Tans
2385 Peachtree Rd Buckhead (404) 240-3323
950 West Peachtree Street, Midtown (404) 249-7377
3015 N. Druid Hills Road, Toco Hills (404) 636-8267
1425 Market Blvd., Roswell (770) 552-8267
www.hollywoodtansatlanta.com
Get your “tan on” this Valentine’s Day. As the largest chain of indoor tanning salons, Hollywood Tans Atlanta offers the most luxurious UV and UV-Free tanning experience. Each Hollywood Tans Atlanta area tanning salon is spacious, and with a minimum of 15 booths at each location (including a total of 5 UV-Free Mystic Tan booths). This allows them to minimize wait times and provide customers with a hassle-free no appointment policy.
International School of Skin & Nailcare
5600 Roswell Road, Atlanta (404) 843-1005
www.skin-nailcare.nv.switchboard.com
ISSN is more than just a school they also maintain a clinic floor open to the public. Here in the Prado of Sandy Springs, facials, body wraps, back treatment/massage, waxing, and other skincare services are provided at very low prices. They also offer manicures, pedicures, complete sets of nails, touch ups, nail art and other services at a discount. This Valentine’s Day order their “Sweetheart Special” package. It includes a European Facial and a spa manicure / pedicure for only $49.
Gift Items
Rag-O-Rama
1111 Euclid Avenue, Atlanta (404) 658 - 1988
www.ragorama.com
Buy, sell and trade at Rag-O-Rama. They carry current, classic and vintage styles including men’s and women’s clothing and accessories, one-of-a-kind items and much more! Stop in on Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14 for their “Dollar Sale.” There will be plenty of specially marked items for only $1.
Sam Flax
1460 Northside Drive NW, Atlanta (404) 352-7200
www.samflaxsouth.com
Sick of all the pink and red, lovey dovey valentines? Stop by Sam Flax and get your limited edition Black Hearts or customizable Voodoo dolls so you can let that certain someone know how you really feel. Sam Flax also carries a huge variety of art supplies, unique papers, promotional products, custom framing, boutique gifts, computer supplies and studio furniture.
Adult Specialty Stores
Starship
22 Convenient Locations
Visit the all new: www.ShopStarship.com
Erect Cupid’s arrow with Atlanta’s favorite adult emporium. Find everything from adult movies & toys, body oils & lubes, bondage & fetish gear, erotic lingerie, candles & incense, lover’s gift cards and much more. Don’t miss Starship’s “Completely Cupid SALE” 30-50% off select merchandise!
Inserection
5 Metro Locations
Tantra (Marietta) (770) 499-2284
www.Inserection.com
Intimacy starts at Inserection! Inserection has multiple stores in Atlanta chocked full of merchandise to enhance your Valentine experience. They are offering Valentine’s special merchandise from adult cards and novelties to lingerie, adult toys and DVDs.
Smoke 911
Roswell (770) 992-4485
Sandy Spring (404) 256-1116
Acworth (770) 974-5585
www.shopsmoke911com
Smoke 911 is stocking up for Valentine’s Day this year with a wide arrangement of body jewelry, cigars and Liberator Bedroom Gear. All Smoke 911 stores are open from 10am – 2am 7 days a week.
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