{"id":69972,"date":"2021-01-27T00:00:27","date_gmt":"2021-01-27T00:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/?p=69972"},"modified":"2021-01-27T00:00:27","modified_gmt":"2021-01-27T00:00:27","slug":"safe-valentines-day-2021-date-ideas-ann-arbor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/5206th.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/safe-valentines-day-2021-date-ideas-ann-arbor\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Safe Valentine's Day 2021 Date Ideas in Ann Arbor"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Valentine\u2019s Day is just around the corner, and whether you\u2019ve been dating for only a few weeks or are celebrating your 20-year anniversary, there is always a little bit of pressure to make this day memorable. And with a global pandemic, it’s even harder!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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W<\/span><\/span>hether you’re planning on staying in for the night or are looking for a\u00a0<\/span><\/span>socially distanced<\/span><\/span>\u00a0activity that you can do together,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Ann Arbor<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0has\u00a0<\/span><\/span>plenty of options<\/span><\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>We rounded up a few loc<\/span><\/span>al (and safe!)<\/span><\/span>\u00a0date ideas<\/span><\/span>\u00a0so r<\/span><\/span>ead on to craft your perfect evening itinerary. And of course,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>remember to\u00a0<\/span><\/span>wear a facial covering and stay at least 6 feet from other people if you do go out.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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While not a lot of good has come out of the pandemic, there is one new development we’re a little in love with: igloo dining! To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, many local restaurants have put together small pods for households to dine in safety, from igloos to mini greenhouses to yurts.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>The majority of<\/span><\/span>\u00a0them are heated and can be booked for a small fee online.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Visit our guide<\/a> to some of our favorites in the area<\/span><\/span>\u00a0and make a reservation. Then join your partner for a romantic evening with tasty drinks and food under the stars!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Get ice cream<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Who says it’s too cold for ice cream? When you have as many amazing ice cream spots in your town as Ann Arbor, every day is a good day for icy, creamy goodness!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Local favorites like\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Washtenaw Dairy<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Michigan Creamery<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0are still open for online ordering and curbside pickup<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>so you and your sweetheart can enjoy a tasty treat this Valentine’s Day.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Click here<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0for the rest of our favorite ice cream\u00a0<\/span><\/span>destinations<\/span><\/span>\u00a0in the Ann Arbor area.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Go to a virtual movie<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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We don’t know about you, but we sure do miss going to the movies<\/span><\/span>\u00a0\u2014\u00a0<\/span><\/span>and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>t<\/span><\/span>he smell of popcorn popping, buying your tickets,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>the excitement of watching the previews before the big show starts. While it’s hard to go to the physical movie theater right now,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>The Michigan\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Theater\u00a0<\/span><\/span>and State Theat<\/span><\/span>re<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0are hosting\u00a0<\/span><\/span>virtual screenings of films every week\u2014from award-winning documentaries to classic ’90s family films. A portion of the proceeds go<\/span><\/span>\u00a0to<\/span><\/span>wards<\/span><\/span>\u00a0support<\/span><\/span>ing<\/span><\/span>\u00a0the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Michigan Theater Foundation<\/span><\/span><\/a>. You can find the full list of upcoming showings,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>here<\/span><\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Tackle a puzzle<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Located on Main Street in Ann Arbor,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Rock Paper Scissors<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0is a paper goods and gift store. In addition to their huge selection of personalized stationery and cards, they carry a variety of fun and funny gifts: mugs, glasses, books, candles, balms, cocktail mixers, keychains, decor and more. Right now, they also happen to have a massive collection of puzzles for sale\u2014to help keep you and your loved one entertained even when you can\u2019t leave the house. Order a few online and have them shipped directly to your door.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Learn a new art form at the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Ann Arbor Art Center<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u2014virtually<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Since 1909, the Ann Arbor Art Center has served as a contemporary forum for the visual arts through education, exploration, collaboration and exhibition. They do this through rotating exhibitions in the 117 Gallery, special events, and an impressive lineup of classes and workshops. Right now, they are offering a full lineup of online classes that you can take with your loved one. Learn how to paint, draw, sculpt, make\u00a0<\/span><\/span>jewelry<\/span><\/span>\u00a0and even how to paint digita<\/span><\/span>lly.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Click here<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0to explore their current seasonal offerings and to sign up!<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Visit a drive-through escape room<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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As Michigan\u2019s top escape game,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Decode<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0in\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Ypsilanti<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0offers some of the most interesting and complex escape rooms in the state. And even though you can\u2019t visit them physically right now,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Decode<\/span><\/span>\u00a0is still offering some fun escape experiences for you to enjoy around town! They are currently offering a couple different outdoor, contactless adventures in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti that will give you a\u00a0<\/span><\/span>romantic and safe\u00a0<\/span><\/span>winter afternoon enjoying everything our beautiful area has to offer. The newest is a Drive-In Spectacular! We don\u2019t know much about this escape adventure yet because Decode doesn\u2019t want to spoil all the surprises, but you can follow them on\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Facebook<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>for a sneak peek before you go.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Go for a wintery drive<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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When you think of “scenic drives,” you’re probably picturing sunny pastures and dense forests covered in fall colors. But what if we told you that Michigan was even prettier in the colder months? Frozen lakes, snow-dusted forests, gloomy beaches and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>adventurous ski resorts are just some of the gorgeous things you can see wh<\/span><\/span>ile<\/span><\/span>\u00a0on a drive in Michigan in the winter. We have\u00a0<\/span><\/span>an entire list of our favorite snowy drives right here<\/span><\/span><\/a>. Just don’t forget to check road conditions before you go out!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Take an online baking class<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Zingerman\u2019s Bakehouse<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0is our go-to destination for baking classes in the Ann Arbor area. Here, you can learn everything from cake baking to cheese pairing\u2014even when you can\u2019t visit them in person.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Click here<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0to explore their full list of online classes, which includes favorites like croissants, sourdough and cookies, and book one for you and your partner! Afterward<\/span><\/span>,<\/span><\/span>\u00a0you’ll have a new skill and a tasty treat to enjoy on your\u00a0<\/span><\/span>at-home\u00a0<\/span><\/span>date.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Workout together<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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A couple that moves together, stays together! Get your heart pumping by participating in a fun<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>workout with your sweetheart. Yoga, CrossFit, cardio\u2014you name it!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Many Ann Arbor gyms have been\u00a0<\/span><\/span>streaming instructional videos online so that you can support your favorite local businesses while also getting a good sweat in.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Chelsea Wellness Center<\/span><\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Imagine Fitness and Yoga<\/span><\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Ann Arbor YMCA<\/span><\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>aUM Yoga<\/span><\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Joust Fitness<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Thrive Fitness<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0are just a few!<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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