Single, taken, and those in-between, here is a list of all the rapidly approaching Valentine’s Day events close to campus. Take your friends, your partner, or even your confusing, complicated yet not complicated situationship. These activities are for everyone!
First up: for all who have a sweet tooth or enjoy well-decorated treats, this is for you.
“Prairie Kitchen will be here with her Valentine-themed treats and other delicious favorites.”
Valentine’s Pop-Up with Prairie Kitchen and the Galesburg Antiques Mall
- 140 S. Prairie St.
- Friday and Saturday, Feb. 13 and 14, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Open to anyone
Second: Do you know someone who loves to dress up? Need a night out where you can gossip over fancy cups and dresses as we did in the olden days?
“Join us and the Two Victorian Tea Ladies for a Valentine’s afternoon tea time. Enjoy a proper cup of tea and treats. Bring your own china cup and dress in your finest tea fashion, if desired.”
Cornucopia Valentine’s Day Tea Time
- Feb. 14, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- 176 S Seminary St
- Victorian Tea and Dessert
- Bring your own teacup
- Free!
Third: Last, but CERTAINLY not least, is my all-time favorite event. And perhaps the event most Knox shopaholics will go to.
“Bring your friends and make it a memorable day of shopping, socializing, and community fun!”
- Open to anyone, held in the Vault’s tasting room
- Feb. 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- 185 S. Kellogg St.
- FREE ENTRY
- Cocktails, ales, non-alcoholic drinks
- Food and snacks
- 15 local vendors
- Photo ops
- Handmade Wearables for sale
List of vendors:
- Photo ops by Best Day Ever Events
- Sweet Emerald Handmade Wearables
- Fashion Farm Boutique
- Showbarn Creations
- Made by Michelle
- Tigerlily Baked Goods
- Sass’ Kitchen
- Forever + a Day: permanent jewelry
- Flour & Fibers LLC
- One knotty maker
- The Milked Goat
- Stray Cat Art
- GirlDad Creative
- Red Aspen By Renee
- Missa Marie Designs
- Flacco Family Land & Livestock
- Designs by Donna Marie
Whatever you choose to do this weekend, you can never go wrong with a good social event. For all those on Valentine’s Day with no partner, spoil yourself this weekend. And for those who do have a partner, pray your bank account survives past the 14th.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
