There’s more to Valentine’s Day than just candy, cards and flowers. Or at least, there can be. For those who want to stick to tradition, there are plenty of goodies and gifts to find in Gig Harbor. For couples who want to stray from the norm, a variety of activities are available, like toasting S’mores at the Gig Harbor Sportsmans Club, taking a cooking class or being pampered at a local spa.
Sticking with tradition
Jewelry to steal her heart — Kit Kuhn, owner of Gig Harbor’s A Jeweler Designed For You in downtown Gig Harbor, has been crafting Valentine’s Day jewelry. Find the perfect personalized accessory for your sweetheart in downtown Gig Harbor, 3104 Harborview Drive.
All the goods in one — Morford’s Hallmark has all your Valentine needs in one stop: cards, flowers, chocolates, balloons and plush animals. Grab an armload of a little bit of everything for your sweetheart at 4914 Point Fosdick Drive NW in Gig Harbor.
Find the perfect rose — Flowers to Go will help you find the perfect bouquet of traditional flowers for Valentine’s Day: roses. The store also carries lilies and carnations in pinks, whites and purples. Manager Sandy Adams can help patrons find what they need in the store or online. Stop by 3102 Judson St. in downtown Gig Harbor or call 253-851-7673 or toll free 800-458-7430.
Flowers can be ordered on line for delivery at www.flowerstogoonline.com
Write her name on your heart — Members of the chocolate-making Trop family will set up shop from noon to 3 p.m. at Cook’s Whimsy to add a personal touch to your heart-shaped box. Shoppers will get a double dose of delectable chocolate — artisans will craft a box made of chocolate, personalized with your loved one’s name — filled with colorful, foil-wrapped chocolate hearts, at 5275 Olympic Drive, Suite 103, in Gig Harbor.
Off the beaten path
Looking for something a little different for St. Valentines? Let cupid’s arrow fly — or your very own arrow at the Gig Harbor Sportsmans Club Archery Range. Toast up a complimentary treat for the second annual S’mores on the Range Day from noon to 4 p.m.
Chocolate will be provided by Trop’s Chocolates while you try your hand at archery at 9721 Burnham Drive NW in Gig Harbor.
The way to the heart is through the stomach — Bella Kitchen Essentials at the Uptown Gig Harbor Shopping Center will offer a number of cooking classes during February. Get cozy in the kitchen with “The Fundamentals of French Cuisine I” at 6 p.m. Friday at 4793 Point Fosdick Drive NW.
Enjoy an afternoon of pampering, together — Blue Moon Massage & Wellness Spa is offering a sweetheart spa package that includes a foot soak, sauna session, facial and a 45-minute massage. Relax and get refreshed as a couple at 7700 Pioneer Way, Suite 101.
For beer lovers — Morso will present Beer Tasting with the Pros: Understanding and Tasting Styles of Beer from 1 to 2:30 p.m. each Saturday through Feb. 25.
For people who want to stick to a glass of wine, Morso has a large selection from which to choose. For music lovers, the Americana Music Series will continue at 8 p.m. Friday at 9014 Peacock Hill Ave., Suite 100B.
Want to dance? For active couples, O’Callahan’s in Key Center turns out its usual concert with the Tim Hall Band at 7 p.m. Thursday at 15610 92nd St. KPN in Lakebay.




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