Celebrate the Month of Love Around the Region

The month that celebrates love is officially here! Valentine's Day is rapidly approaching and many local businesses are offering specials or events to celebrate those warm, fuzzy feelings for your someone special!

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Celebrate with your Valentine at Blue Chip Casino this holiday! There are a variety of options to choose from, with elaborate dinners and hotel packages, and spa treatments rounding out the list. Treat your Valentine to a special getaway with Blue Chip!

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The Porter County Animal Shelter has several ideas to make this Valentine's a special one! Select a unique bouquet from Party Masters, use the special coupon, and they will donate $3 to the shelter! Or choose a singing telegram from Kids Power of Porter County! If an evening out is more your style, join the Shelter at their Comedy Show Benefit February 9th featuring Northwest Indiana's only professional improv troupe!

Valentine's Day is Sweeter at Culver's
This Valentine's Day, treat your sweetie to a Culver's Fresh Frozen Custard Treat! You can create your own treat with our Build Your Own Sundae options or create your own Concrete Mixer!

A Great Deal for February
Anytime Fitness is taking advantage of American Heart Month with a special deal to keep you and your loved one's tickers healthy! From now until February 14, the enrollment fee will be cut for those who sign up for a 14 month agreement! On top of that, you will also get the rest of February free of payments!

Enjoy Dinner by Candlelight with Your Valentine!
Dine at Don Quijote with your sweet! The restaurant is offering two specials, starting off with a Tapas Plate, and choosing from either Paella for two or Salmon & Steak for two. The dinner also comes with your choice of desserts and a glass of complimentary Spanish Champagne!

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Discuss the history of valentine art with Carolyn Sexton at Lubeznik Center for the Arts. The program will also highlight Saxton's extensive personal collection of internationally made 19th and 20th century valentines! The event will also feature tea sandwiches and candy delights served by Ivy Tech students.

New Valentine's Arrangements at Schultz
Flowers always brighten a Valentine's day and Schultz offers beautiful, unique arrangements that are sure to make your loved one smile. The designers have come up with some fun and fresh creations for the holiday! Vote for your favorite on Facebook and receive $5 off your next order of $30!

Spoil Your Sweetheart at The Silver Spoon
A special Prix Fixe "Sweethearts" menu at Silver Spoon will be served the 14th and 15th. The candlelit dinner will be accompanied by live music, champagne, and special "love potions."

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Ladies love the sparkle. It's a fact. So shower your sweetheart with great new pieces from Engstrom Jewelers. Better yet, save $50 off your purchase of $150 or more with this printable gift card!

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Pianists will face off as Catch 22 hosts a night of dueling pianos on February 15th! Come join the fight and enjoy a special Valentine's menu as well!

A Huge Selection of Gifts
Still looking for that perfect Valentine's gift? Check out what's in store at The eState! From blind to super bling, there's sure to be an item for every Valentine on your list!

Valentine's 5K Run & Non-Competitive Walk
Are you and your Valentine the active type? Come out February 10th for Extra Mile's Valentine's 5K! Not your average 5K, you can choose to run as an individual or you may choose a partner (your valentine!) of the opposite sex and run as a couple to compete in the couples age divisions.

Give Your Love the Gift of Warmth
February has a tendency to be rather chilly, so light a fire in your Valentine's heart with a remote start from Cartronix! From a basic starter to the more advanced with smartphone monitoring, there's a starter for everyone, a gift that will be forever appreciated!

Gifts for the Biker at Heart
Have a special motorcycle enthusiast in your life? Check out Harley Davidson Dealership of Michigan City for a great selection of gifts. Awesome jackets, sweet watches and jewelry, and more! Plus save 15% off select apparel February 7-10th!

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For the crafty type, the Chesterton Art Center is offering a class where students can create paper houses and decorate them with trims, paper, and "paper candies" for Valentine's Day, in the tradition of gingerbread houses. The houses can then be filled with treats for a special Valentine!

A Night of Love & Laughter
This benefit dinner held on Valentine's Day will feature a Beatles Love Song tribute, improv comedy, singing, and lots of great food, all in the name of giving back to the community!