If you have a hot date for Valentine's Day, or just a date period, hopefully you have already made plans. If you're a slacker, here are some Roaring Fork Valley happenings to help you get your butt in gear. If you're single, have no fear, there are non-lovey-dovey things listed here for you too!

ASPEN

Valentine's Day Pop-up Shop at The Bird's Nest Gallery, February 13+14 from 10am-7pm
Bundles Gift Co. and Flower + Vine come together to bring you parcels and blooms for Valentine's Day! Stop by to shop a variety of hand-tied bouquets and pampered gifts! Shop for a loved one, a friend, or ever yourself. Shop local!

Parent's Night Out at Aspen Recreation Center, 5pm
Kid's can swim, watch a movie, climb, color and more while their parents go out on the town for Valentine's Day dinner. $25/child

The Nine Faces of the Soul at Aspen Chapel, 5:30pm

Rob Schneider Early Show at Belly Up Aspen, 6pm
$45 GA/$70 Seated/$100 Reserved

Valentine's Day Dinner at Mawa's Kitchen, 6pm
This Valentine's Day, Indulge in French fare with a luxe menu prepared by Chef/ Owner Mawa McQueen in an open kitchen communal seating environment. Mawa’s Kitchen Restaurant will be offering a 4-course prix-fixe menu at $98.00 per person, not inclusive of beverage, tax, or gratuity. A wine pairing is available for $58 per person. **Limited seating available!

Great Books Discussion Series at Aspen Institute, 6:30pm
This five-week program offers participants the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the most significant books in the Western intellectual tradition through a weekly moderated dialogue. The 2018 series will feature authors Plato, Seneca, George Orwell, Sigmund Freud, Thomas Mann, and Mary Midgley, among others.

Potbelly Perspectives at ACES, 7pm
The Manaslu Balcony: Trekking a New Route in Nepal

Rob Schneider Late Show at Belly Up Aspen, 8pm
$45 GA/$70 Seated/$100 Reserved

SunSquabi w/ special guest Artifakts at Belly Up Aspen, 10pm
$18 ADV GA/$22 Day Of

Restaurants offering special Valentine's Day Dinners in Aspen:

Element 47: Enjoy a 3-course tasting menu and a a bottle of Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame. $299 per couple. 970.920.6330
Velvet Buck: The St. Regis Aspen Resort's newest culinary addition, The Velvet Buck, is offering a 3-course prix-fixe menu. $95 per person. Complimentary glass of champagne and a red rose upon arrival. 970.920.3300
Prospect: Prospect at the Hotel Jerome is offering a Valentine's Day Prix-Fixe menu for $225 per couple. 970.429.7610
Jimmy's Bodega: Featuring Champagne & Oysters on Valentine's Day and every day. 970.710.2182
Creperie du Village: Glass of bubbles upon arrival. $125/person. lacreperieduvillage.com/reservations

SNOWMASS VILLAGE

Wine Down Wednesdays at Viceroy Snowmass, 3pm
Come "Wine Down" at the Viceroy on Wednesday afternoons all winter season.

Storytelling at the IADC, 4pm
Free storytelling every Wednesday afternoon through April 11th at the Ice Age Discovery Center.

Valentine's Day Dinner at The Edge, 5pm
Enjoy a Valentine's pre-fixe dinner crafted by Chef Jason. Reservations recommended. $65 per person. 970.923.4004

Valentine's Day Dinner at the Artisan
Steak & Lobster for two. $75/person. Reservations: 970-923-2427

BASALT

Shaboomee Valentines Love SUP Adventure, 11am
Say "Yes To Adventure!" and celebrate a shared love for rivers and stand up paddle boarding all in support of a great cause! $10 donation goes 100% to supporting local rivers and 10% of gear rental will be donated to the same cause.

Documentary Night at Basalt Regional Library, 5pm
“The Internet’s Own Boy” follows the story of programming prodigy and information activist Aaron Swartz.

Aspen MMA, 7pm
Professor Eduardo de Lima offers a two day JiuJitsu Seminar! Perfect for getting out your Valentine's day aggression. $65. All levels welcome.

Valentine's Day at Riverside Grill
Featuring a choice for roasted bourbon oysters OR strawberry salad, lemongrass salmon OR rib eye, and a lava cake! Music by the Gentleman of Shady Lane.

The Deltaz at Heather's, 7pm
You can hear the pulse of Mississippi Delta Blues, the harmony of American folk music, and the rumble of retro rock in their sound.

Beginning Tango at TAC Fitness Center, 7:15pm
Beginning Tango Series instructed by Heather and Gregor, whom have a combined 30 years of tango experience!

Valentine's Day Show at The Temporary, 8pm
Valentine's Day Show with Comedian Couple Erin Dewey Lennox and Billy Wayne Davis. $25 in advance / $27 day of.

CARBONDALE

Couples Night at the Carbondale Clay Center, 6pm
Enjoy a night of romantic fun, using the pottery wheel with your date to create an unforgettable piece of pottery! Create and Paint your piece all while enjoying wine, chocolates, fruits and cheeses, listening to romantic music, with a projection of the movie Ghost playing in the background. $50 per couple (includes instruction, materials, firings, beverages and snacks). Reserve a one hour time slot on the pottery wheel (6-7 pm or 7-8 pm), and stay after to paint your work, snack, and enjoy the atmosphere. Pieces made will be ready for pick up 2 weeks after event. Call (1-970-963-2529) or email info@carbondaleclay.org to reserve your seat! Reservations required.

Vodka & Van Gogh at Marble Distillery, 6:30pm
Julie Lang instructs a featured artwork step-by-step while you relax, sip and paint along! $35.00 includes your canvas, paint, brushes and an apron.

Callin' Old Souls at Batch, 6:30pm
Valentines Eve at Batch, lovebirds not required. Bring yourself or your date, your mama or your papa, your squad or your bestie and enjoy a Girl Scout cookie and beer pairing and live music by Callin’ Old Souls. Get cozy in our living room and indulge in Valentines Eve at Batch.

Carbondale Community Avalanche Forum, 6:30pm
This is a FREE and informal discussion lead by local CAIC forecaster, Blase Reardon meant to refresh our minds on backcountry knowledge and awareness.

Valentine's Day Tiki Dinner at Phat Thai, 7pm
Everybody gets lei'd! 5 courses, 5 tiki cocktails. $61.80/p.

Open Mic Night at The Black Nugget, 9pm

GLENWOOD SPRINGS

Teen Mala Bead & Essential Oils Class, 3:30pm
Teens learn about the basics of essential oils while making their choice of a mala necklace or bracelet. All supplies included with instruction and guidance!

Valentine's Day Dinner at Hotel Colorado, 5pm
Enjoy a Valentine's Day meal at Baron's Restaurant in the Hotel Colorado. Reservations can be made by calling 970.945.6511 ext.111.

Second Annual Valentine's Dinner at Riviera Supper Club, 4pm-11pm
The Riviera Supper Club and Piano Bar hosts their second annual Valentine's Day Dinner featuring live music, and an eight course menu with optional wine tasting.

V-Day at Loyal Brothers Lounge, 8pm
Ladies can enjoy a free glass of red wine! Chill - Dance - Sing

NEW CASTLE

Valentine's Day Glass Painting, 6pm
Grab a date and spend a fun evening decorating your own wine or beer glass at Speckled Feather Mercantile. $15/person. Additional glasses $10 each.

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