<p>For more information, contact: Kristen Wicker: 937-224-1518, ext. 228</p><p>Entertainment, Dining and Retail Options for Valentine’s Day Abound Downtown</p><p>Dayton, Feb. 1, 2012 – During the week leading to Valentine’s Day, downtown Dayton will offer a variety of ways to celebrate the holiday through dinner specials, shopping opportunities, romantic theater performances and more. Many other downtown restaurants, entertainment venues and shops will be offering specials and entertainment. Below is a list of some of the ways to spend the holiday downtown:</p><p>Ongoing • The Century Bar, 10 S. Jefferson St. Call for hours Stop in to explore “Matters of the Art,” a mixed-media exhibit exploring the theme of Valentine’s Day created by more than 15 local artists; 937-223-3382.</p><p>Ongoing • Gallery 510 Fine Art, 508 E. Fifth St. Call for hours New for Valentine’s Day, the gallery has a variety of necklaces, bracelets and earrings from chainmail artist Laura Poplin and fiber artist Sara Cogswell. Also for sale are Pashmina scarves in spring colors, as well as many other arts-inspired gifts; 937-672-6717.</p><p>Ongoing • Beaute Box, 116 W. Fifth St. Call for hours In celebration of Valentine’s Day and Black History, two specials will be offered throughout the month. Schedule with a friend and receive a one-hour Sunday massage appointment for $50 each. Additionally, any beauty service from $26 to $99 is only $25 when booked with a friend. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 937-903-3165.</p><p>Ongoing • Price Stores, 52 S. Jefferson St. Call for hours Throughout February, the retail shop will have a 15 percent off storewide sale. For those with formal Valentine’s Day plans, tuxedos start at $89 and the store has recently received a shipment of over 100 prom dresses; 937-224-7631.</p><p>Feb. 8 • The Wine Gallery, 5 W. Monument 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Start the holiday early with a pre-Valentine’s Day wine tasting of labels such as Lustful Marriage, Lovers Leap, Menage a Trois and more. For more information or to make reservations, call 937-224-9463.</p><p>― more ― Valentine’s Day 2012, Page 2</p><p>Feb. 9-12 • Victoria Theatre, 140 N. Main St. Call for show times The Dayton Ballet presents “The Butterfly Suite,” a one-act ballet based on Madame Butterfly. The themes of romance and tragedy will light up the stage in this world premiere performance. Tickets start at $20; call the box office at 937- 228-3630 or buy online at ticketcenterstage.com. </p><p>Feb. 9-14 • Sidebar, 410 E. Fifth St. Call for hours Beginning the Thursday before Valentine’s Day, the restaurant will offer a $50 per person dinner, which will include a glass of champagne. Chicken and almond soup, stuffed salmon, beef tenderloin and crème brûlée are just a few of the three-course menu options. 937-723-9415.</p><p>Feb. 10-14 • Uno Chicago Grill, 126 N. Main St. Call for hours Enjoy a $19.99 per person meal — which includes an individual appetizer, entrée and mini dessert — in celebration of the holiday. Menu options will include surf n’ turf, steak, tamarind cashew salmon, crab cakes and more. Bailey’s tiramisu and a special wine menu also will be offered for a limited time. Reservations suggested; 937-910-8000.</p><p>Feb. 10 & 13 • Spaghetti Warehouse, 36 W. Fifth St. 7 p.m. Spend the evening solving “Proposal Predicament,” a dinner mystery show. Cost is $25.95 per person for dinner and the performance. Reservations are required; 937-461-3913.</p><p>Feb. 11 • PNC Second Street Market, 600 E. Second St. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market will offer great gifts, including decadent desserts, flowers, jewelry, wine and more. Light jazz music will set the mood for Valentine’s shoppers. Call 937-228-2088 for more information. </p><p>Feb. 11 • De’Lish Café, 139 N. Main St. 12 to 2 p.m. Enjoy a poetry reading, art show and wine tasting as an afternoon Valentine’s weekend treat. $10 cover; 937-461-2233.</p><p>Feb. 11 • Club Vault, 20 N. Jefferson St. 4 to 9 p.m. The club’s pre-Valentine’s Day celebration will offer free chocolate-covered strawberries all evening, a glass of strawberry champagne for each guest and a raffle to win a dinner for two at the club. Redickulous, a dancer featured on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” also will be performing. Pre-sale tickets are $15; 937-985-1278.</p><p>Feb. 11 • Citilites Restaurant, 1 W. Second St. 5:30 p.m. Stop by the Schuster Center for a special dinner, featuring a fixed-price menu of $75 per couple. This menu features a heart-shaped brie appetizer with a paired wine, salad, a duo of petite filet and blue Hawaiian prawns for two with a separate paired wine, and a special dessert to share with coffee or tea. Reservations recommended; 222-0623.</p><p>― more ― Valentine’s Day 2012, Page 3</p><p>Feb. 11 • The Cannery Art and Design Center, 434 E. Third St. 7 to 10 p.m. The YMCA of Greater Dayton will host its fourth annual Valentine’s Day Masquerade Ball at the Cannery Art and Design Center. Enjoy live music, dancing, a silent auction, drinks and food all while raising funds for the YMCA’s Youth and Teen Leadership Development Programs. Tickets are $35 per person and $60 per couple. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Twana Trent at [email protected] or 937-223-5201.</p><p>Feb. 11 • Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 W. Second St. 8 p.m. Enjoy romantic tunes as the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and Jim Curry partner to perform a tribute to John Denver. The tribute will feature several musicians who originally performed with the legendary folk and country artist. Call 937- 224-3521 or email [email protected] for more information and prices.</p><p>Feb. 11 • Dayton Woman’s Club, 225 N. Ludlow St. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Sponsored by the Greater Dayton LGBT Center, the annual Women’s Valentine’s Dance will include dancing, door prizes, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. $10 admission; contact [email protected] for more information. </p><p>Feb. 11 • Gilly’s Night Club, 132 S. Jefferson St. 9 p.m. Dayton’s own rhythm and blues band Touch returns to perform during Valentine’s weekend. Tickets are $15 at the door. Visit www.gillysjazz.com for more information; 937-228-8414. </p><p>Feb. 11 • De’Lish Café, 139 N. Main St. 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. Spend the evening relaxing to a premium blend of love medleys. Complimentary valet parking; 937-461-2233.</p><p>Feb. 11 • Boulevard Haus, 329 E. Fifth St. Call for hours This casual German eatery and bar will feature a special Valentine menu including several delicious dessert options. Call for cost and reservations; 937-824-2722.</p><p>Feb. 12 • Dayton Woman’s Club, 225 N. Ludlow St. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Celebrate the holiday with a family-friendly Valentine’s brunch. A variety of menu options will be offered, including omelet, waffle and meat-carving stations; eggs Benedict; vegetables; salads and a range of desserts. Tickets are $20 per person for non-members and $18 for members; $10 for non-member children from ages 4 to 12, $9 for member children. No charge for kids younger than 4. To make a reservation, contact 937-228-1124 or [email protected]. Reservations are required 24 hours in advance. </p><p>Feb. 12 • De’Lish Café, 139 N. Main St. 7 to 10 p.m. Local comedians will take the stage to perform a Valentine’s Day-themed comedy show. Featuring Mark Gregory and Judee Brown; 937-461-2233. ― more ― Valentine’s Day 2012, Page 4</p><p>Feb. 14 • Olive, an urban dive, 416 E. Third St. 5 to 10 p.m. Celebrate the day with Valentine’s-themed dinner specials and desserts. Call 937-222-DIVE (3483) to make a reservation.</p><p>Feb. 14 • Franco’s Ristorante & La Taverna, 824 E. Fifth St. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Featuring a special Valentine’s Day menu for an intimate dinner. Call 937-222-0204 for more information or to make a reservation. </p><p>Feb. 8 • The Wine Gallery, 5 W. Monument 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Enjoy a glass of NV Chocolate Shop or NV Strawberry Chocolate Shop red wine for $5; 937-224-9463.</p><p>Feb. 14 • RiverScape MetroPark, MetroParks Ice Rink, 111 E. Monument Ave. 5:30 to 8 p.m. Skate arm-in-arm with your Valentine at the MetroPark ice rink for a romantic night downtown. A flower will be given to the first 100 couples, courtesy of The Flowerman. Cost is $3 per person; 937-278-2607. </p><p>Feb. 14 • Wiley’s Comedy Niteclub, 101 Pine St. 8 p.m. Share a laugh with your sweetheart while being entertained by Mark Klein’s comedy act. Joined by Wiley’s favorite Jack Wilson, their relationship-themed show will be sure to amuse you. Tickets $10; 937-224-JOKE.</p><p>Feb. 14 • De’Lish Café, 139 N. Main St. 5 to 11 p.m. Go out on the town for dinner and a movie in the De’Lish lounge. “Valentine’s Day” will play at 5 p.m.; “Crazy, Stupid, Love” at 7 p.m.; “Just Wright” at 9 p.m. Reservations suggested; 937-461-2233.</p><p>Feb. 17 • Mr. Hyman’s Fine Dining, 107 E. First St. Call for hours Continue your celebration of Valentine’s Day with a prime rib buffet dinner featuring the music of Chris Bowman and Friends; 937-586-0762.</p><p>The Downtown Dayton Partnership’s website, www.downtowndayton.org, has a complete list of downtown businesses, as well as a list of business resources, arts and cultural amenities, a dining guide, parking map and much more. Follow the Downtown Dayton Partnership on Facebook to keep up with downtown events and news. </p><p>###</p>