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Valentine's Dinners

Bar Divani - Two seatings are available February 14 for the four-course prix fixe menu that will include crab bisque, oysters on the half shell, filet mignon and chocolate truffles. Cost is $49.00 per person plus tax and gratuity.

The Belvedere Inn - The special dinner menu at The Belvedere Inn in Saugatuck will have oysters rockafeller, choice of entree including filet mignon and chocolates for dessert. One seating on Thursday, Feb 14 and two on Saturday, Feb 16. $125 per couple.

Bistro Bella Vita - Celebrate Valentine's Day all weekend at the Italian bistro with menu specials, chocolate covered strawberries, St. Valentine's martinis and a live jazz trio on Saturday night.

The B.O.B. - From February 14 through 16, Gill's Blue Crab Lounge, Judson's Steakhouse and Bobarino's will have special menu additions, plus white chocolate truffles for every Valentine and nightly live entertainment and comedy shows. Reservations: 356.2000.

The Crowne Plaza - The candlelit dinner at The Crowne Room will feature selections like herb-roasted prime rib, Boursin chicken, salmon, crab and more. All meals include appetizer, salad, dessert and glass of champagne. Price range: $21-$30 per person.

The Grille at Watermark - The Valentine's Day menu includes choice of filet or salmon, fondue or smores for dessert and champagne. $82 per couple.

Louis Benton - Choose from special Valentine's menu items such as filet mignon, sirloins, chops, lobster tail, Chilean sea bass and Alaskan King Crab. Live entertainment throughout the evening.

The Melting Pot - The set, four-course fondue menu will include choice of salads, cheese and chocolates. The main entree will have lobster tail, sirloin, filet, chicken, pork, shrimp and ravioli. $90 per couple.

Naya - Beginning at 5:30 p.m., Naya will have four available seatings at the four-course Prix Fixe menu that will include Morrocan lamb chops, salmon, New York strip and salad. Cost is $45 per person.

Sayfee's - A live band will play throughout the evening and Sayfee's will have their regular menu. Reservations accepted.

Uccello's - The Italian eatery will be offering a couples dinner menu for Valentine's Day through Saturday, Feb 16. After 4 pm, couples can get an appetizer to share, individual soup or salad, individual entrees and chocolate covered strawberries for dessert for just $34.99.

Blue Moon Bar & Grille (Saugatuck) - In addition to the regular menu, three five-course prixe fixe menus will also be available for $85 each per couple. Reservations accepted; 269.857.8686

Blue Water Grill - Normal menu plus chef's specials including prime rib. Reservations not accepted; first come, first served seating.

Bonefish Grill - Regular menu; reservations accepted. 616.949.7861

Butch's Dry Dock (Holland) - Special additional menu has lobster-stuffed red grouper and a Kobe beef filet. Reservations accepted. 616.396.8227

The Butler (Saugatuck) - Valentine's specials plus regular menu. No reservations.

Charley's Crab - Special Valentine's menu features swordfish as a main entree. Regular menu available. Reservations accepted. 616.459.2500

Chop House - Regular menu; reservations accepted. 616.451.6184

Hearthstone Bistro (Muskegon) - Special Valentine's menu available Feb 14-17 will have sea scallops, prime rib, salmon, filet mignon and more. Full menu also available. Reservations welcome: 231.733.1056.

Leo's - Regular menu; reservations accepted. 616.454.6700

Mangiamo! - The feature sheet will have Valentine's specials in addition to the regular menu. Reservations currently filled until 9 p.m. 616.742.0600

Reds on the River - Regular menu; taking only reservations for Valentine's Day. 616.863.8181

Rose's on Reeds Lake - Special beef, seafood and risotto items in addition to the regular menu. No reservations; first come, first served seating.

San Chez - Regular tapas menu plus a special chocolate dessert. At 9 p.m., the At-Neemrah Dancers will perform modern dance with an ethnic flair next door at Mezze.

six.one.six - Regular menu, special menu items and champagne specials. Reservations accepted online.

Tre Cugini - Regular menu plus available four-course prix fixe menu ($55/ person without wine, $70 with). Limited reservations still available. 616.235.9339

Parties and Nightlife

36th Street Lounge - Dinner for two inclues appetizer, entree, dessert and a glass of wine for 22.95. The DJ-hosted couples dance starts at 9pm with half off all drinks.

Bar Louie's Screw Cupid, Shred Your Ex - Bring in a photo of your ex to shred at Bar Louie Feb 14 and get entered into a drawing for prizes. No flowers, no chocolates, no commitment, no charge. $3 Martinis and $1 shot specials.

The Curragh - The Irish bar in downtown Holland hosts the pre-Valentine's Day pink party February 13 with live music with DJ Rodney Essenburg and Dan VanHekken. Drink specials include $2 pink hooter shots; all proceeds from the shots will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Hopcat - Shake the Valentine's Day blues with live music by Tailshaker. The bar will feature Arbor Brewing Espresso Love, Founder's Dirty Bastard, Stone Arrogant Bastard, Bell's 2 Hearted and more.

The Intersection - CO-ED college nights return to The Intersection Valentine's Day. Live DJ, $1 drafts & $2 wells until midnight and $3 Long Islands all night. Doors open at 10 p.m.; ages 18+ welcome.

The Intersection - The sixth annual lingerie party, Dirty Rotten Sexy, will feature DJ Flipside from Chicago, DJ B and MC Red Hot. $2 well drinks until 11pm. Ages 21+ welcome. Doors open at 9 p.m. Takes place Feb 16.

McFadden's - The Cupid is Stupid party February 14 will have drink specials from 8 until 11 p.m., a guest appearance by Cupid and a chance to win a Pure Romance gift certificate, plus a live DJ.

Monte's - The lounge on Bridge Street will host a speed dating event beginning at 9 p.m. Drinks are 1/2 off between 9 and midnight.

Moxie - It's a world of heightened senses and pushed boundaries at Moxie when special guests Mistress Pussycat and the Devil Dolls bring Vegas-style entertainment, fetish models and more. Three DJs will provide dance, rock, electro, industrial and hardhouse. Ages 21+.

Concerts & Live Music

A Valentine's Concert - Part of the Kalamazoo Bach Festival, this Feb. 9 concert offers a variety of highlights including the performance of Bach's Bist Du Bei Mir, the only love song ever written by the famous composer, as well as selections from the operas "Porgy and Bess", "Rigoletts" and "Romeo and Juliet" and Broadway musicals. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for students.

First Chance Valentine's Dance - The Beltline Big Band hosts the party at the Middle Villa Inn February 9. Enjoy live swing music, dancing, and a buffet with sirloin, carved ham, shrimp, dessert and more. Tickets are $25.95 per person.

Cupid II - Not Just for Lovers - The Peninsular Room in downtown Grand Rapids is open to the public for this 7 p.m. performance by The Beltline Big Band on February 13. Tickets are $7 at the door.

Total Blam Blams - It's a Valentine's Day lovefest at Founders when The Grand Rapids rock band performs at Founders with special guest Fishlips. $5 cover.

La Dispute - The band performs live at Skelletones for the Valentine's Day party with special guests The Legendary Coal Black Horse, North Lincoln and more. $7 cover.

Tom Esparaza - River City Slims will have Valentine's menu specials plus live music with Tom Esparaza and the Blues Experience.

Unique Date Ideas

Romantic Dinner for 2 - Learn how to prepare a Valentine's Day dinner complete with duck, lamb, scallops and desserts during the Culinary Classroom cooking lesson at the D&W in Grandville February 9. Cost is $100 per couple.

Wines for Your Sweetheart - The Wednesday wine tasting hosted by Art of the Table at Louis Benton will cover a sparkling wine, a dessert wine, a white wine and three red wines that redefine sexy. Cost is $25; starts at 6:30 p.m. February 13.

Ice Skating at Rosa Parks Circle - Open skating at the downtown rink on Monroe Center starts at 6:00 p.m. and goes until 9:30, weather permitting. Cost is $1; skate rentals are free.

Murder Mystery Dinner - Grand Rapid’s Improv and Brann’s Steakhouse team up for “I Love You to Death!”, a three course murder mystery dinner in the classic who-done-it style. This is a one of a kind event where diners help solve the case before it’s too late. Tickets are $70 per couple in advance and $80 per couple at the door.

The Marriage of Figaro - Opera Grand Rapids is joined by the Grand Rapids Symphony to perform Mozart's masterpiece that takes a tenderhearted look at the art of love. Tickets for the Feb. 15 & 16 shows at DeVos Hall range from $20 to $92.

Valentine's Day Salsa Party - The Laura Armenta Studio in East Hills hosts this salsa dance party February 16 with local celebrity DJ Voice. Cost is $15 and includes brief instructional session.

Carriage Rides

Valentine's Carriage Rides - Beautiful white Vis-a-vis carriages specially decorated for Valentine's Day, and pulled by majestic Percheron draft horses, will take you on a scenic tour of downtown Grand Rapids from February 9 until February 17. Price for the 30-minute tour is $55. Call for reservations: 616.893.4984.

Fundraisers

Love, Wine & Chocolate - Sample wines and decadent chocolates and enjoy entertainment, hors d'oeuvres, prizes, a silent auction and more at the Grand Haven/Spring Lake Holiday Inn February 9. Admission is $20 and a portion of the funds raised will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lakeshore.

Sweetheart Splash - Take the plunge at the Rockford Dam February 9 at 1 p.m. to help raise money for the North Kent Service Center. Entry rates are $5 per person, $10 per couple and $25 for group entries.

Hotel Packages

Amway Grand - Romance packages start at $159 an include overnight accommodations, complimentary bottle of wine, chocolate-dipped strawberries and more.

Bay Pointe Inn - Designer-inspired rooms overlooking Gun Lake start at $109 per night February 9-16 and the restaurant will have a special couples menu which will include dessert for two and a bottle of wine.

The Belvedere Inn - The distinctive bed & breakfast in Saugatuck will have luxurious accommodations, complimentary cheese plate, romantic dinner for two and a gourmet breakfast the next morning.

Best Western - 28th Street - Romance package includes a one-night stay in a Jacuzzi, hot breakfast buffet, complimentary lotion, body wash, chocolates, rose petals and more for $110. Standard room packages starting at $80 also available.

Howard Johnson Plaza - The Sweetheart Package includes a room for 2, chocolates & a bottle of champagne for $85.00 plus tax per room. 616.241.6444.