Last Minute Ideas for Valentie’s Day in Philadelphia!

Happy Valentine’s Day, Philadelphia! Ok, so if you’re reading this now, there’s a good chance that you may not have plans whatsoever for your Valentine Day this year. And the box of Russell Stover’s from Rite Aid is not going to cut it. But don’t worry! Philadelphia, despite its rough exterior, can actually be quite romantic. In fact, Philadelphian’s came in fourth when it comes to Valentine’s spending. But even if you’ve got no Valentine’s Day plans yet, here’s a few quick date ideas to keep you out of the dog house this year:

• 13th Street Valentine’s Day 2012: Arguably the hottest commercial corridor in Philadelphia (thanks almost entirely to the work of Valerie Safran and Marcie Turney),  13th street is showing some love with discounts and dinner deals all day! Boutiques Open House and Verde will be selling chocolates, jewelry and other gifts at holiday discounts. And after your done shopping, Lolita, Barbuzzo and Jamenora are offering multi-course Valentine’s Day menus. Visit 13streetphilly.blogspot.com to learn more.
• Unique Picks For Philly Valentine’s Gifts: Some times, Hallmark just won’t cut it. Try showing the ones you love that you care with a unique and different gift from Philadelphia! Paper Source at 16th and Walnut features plenty of arts and crafty gifts, cards and accessories to make your day extra special (and also plenty of pre-assembled gifts for those in a time crunch).  Square Peg at 20th and Chestnut offers one of a kind art works, toys, cards, fashion accessories and so much more.
• Frankford Hall Movie Nights: All this week, Stephen Starr’s Fishtown beer garden will be showing movies about “romance”. But if you’re looking for the Notebook, this might not be for you. Tonight the movie is Natural Born Killers, starring Juliette Lewis and Woody Harrelson as two lovers on a killing spree. It’s the perfect Valentine’s Day for those who don’t like Valentine’s Day! Visit Frankford Hall’s website.

Have a great Valentine’s Day, Philadelphia!