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Valentine's Day

Monday, February 11, 2013

Make a Your Own Heart Valentine on Wood

Event is Thursday at My Handyworks, 104 S Main St., St. Charles.

Saturday, February 9, 2013

St. Charles Valentine's Day Specials

Check out these restaurants offering deals for Valentine's Day 2013.

Sunday, February 3, 2013

12 Restaurants with Valentine's Specials in St. Charles

Check out these restaurants offering deals for Valentine's Day 2013.

St. Peters Cottleville  O'Fallon Lake Saint Louis

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Daily Dose: Kiss Someone, Get a Free Entree at Qdoba

Also, help narrow down the restaurants that will represent St. Charles in an upcoming "Munch Madness" contest.

Customers at the Qdoba restaurant in St. Charles can get free food on Tuesday, if they don't mind a little PDA. The nationwide chain is bringing back a Valentine's Day promotion that, according to spokeswoman Ashley Cohen, tens of thousands of customers took advantage of in 2011. Anyone who buys an entree can get another for free—once they kiss a fellow customer at the cash register. It doesn't matter (to Qdoba) who it is. No coupon is necessary. The promotion is happening nationwide, though in Wisconsin, inexplicably, the second entree is 50 percent off, not free. The Qdoba in the Mark Twain Mall Shopping Center is open normal hours, from 10:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., on Valentine's Day. Weather: According to weather.gov, Tuesday will bring…

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Chowdown Showdown

Poll: Vote For the Best Romantic Dinner Setting in St. Charles County

Vote for your favorite place for a romantic dinner among this week's Chowdown Showdown finalists in the poll below.

For this week's St. Charles County Patch Chowdown Showdown, we asked readers their favorite place for a romantic dinner. Thanks to those of you who commented and told us your pick!  This week, four St. Charles County restaurants were nominated: You can cast your vote for your favorite among the finalists by submitting your answer in the poll below.  Voting will continue through 5 p.m Thursday. Check back Friday morning to find out who has been chosen as this week's Chowdown Showdown Champion for having the best romantic setting in the county. After you've voted, be sure to tell us in the comments' section below why your favorite is the best. And if you think we missed a great place to catch a romantic night out in this week's Chowdown …

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

11 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day in St. Charles

"St. Charles Patch" rounds up local Valentine's Day deals and events.

Love is in the air this week as local couples prepare to celebrate their love on Feb. 14. Still working on your Valentine’s Day plans? St. Charles Patch has you covered with these St. Charles Valentine’s Day specials and events. Valentine’s Day Eats & Treats Looking for the perfect place to take your special guy or girl for a Valentine’s Day lunch or dinner? These St. Charles restaurants are offering Valentine's day specials to help you celebrate your love in style. Valentine's Day Events St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre, St. Peters—If you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with a toddler, take your little sweetheart to the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre on Feb. 14 from 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. for a Valentine’s Day Music and Me class. The “Let …

Dennis

12:31 am on Wednesday, February 8, 2012

1111 Missippi resturant in St. louis or Spiros In St. charles   more ›

Monday, February 6, 2012

Chowdown Showdown

Where is the Best Place to Grab a Romantic Dinner in St. Charles County?

The St. Charles County Patch sites want you to vote for your favorite by commenting below.

Welcome to "Chowdown Showdown"—a column aimed at finding the best foodie finds in St. Charles County. The weekly Chowdown Showdown is meant to be a way for readers to pick and vote on their favorite places to get certain entrees in St. Charles County. Each week, we will ask you to tell us your favorite place to get a cup of coffee or a burger or breakfast.  With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we're wondering: Where is the best place in St. Charles County to get a romantic dinner? You can let us know your favorite spot by commenting below. You will be able to submit your vote through 5 p.m. Tuesday.  From there, we will take the top three finalists and post them in an article first thing Wednesday morning. Then it will be time to …

Sheri Triller

3:57 pm on Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Olive Garden in Wentzville has a great romantic atmosphere.   more ›

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Frugal Family

St. Charles Spas Have Deals for Manicure, Pedicure Services

Deals this week include a coupon for dinner and a free, two-week trial to martial arts school.

1. Salon Cosmetique at Vatterott Deal: The “New You for Two” deal gives two people a manicure, pedicure, and facial for $35, when purchased as a gift certificate. Good through: These gift certificates will be sold until Feb. 28. The gift certificate can be used for a year after its purchase. 2. Entertainment Book Deal: Entertainment books are on sale for $14 off the cover price, plus free shipping. Good through: This deal runs through Feb. 14, although the books can be purchased year round. 3. ARA Spa at Ameristar Deal: Book any two spa services and receive $25 off the second service. Good through: This deal is good through Feb. 15. 4. Tony’s on Main Deal: Take $10 of your purchase of two dinner entrées with coupon. Good through: This deal…

Monday, February 7, 2011

Patch Picks

Five Different Ways to Spend Valentine's Day

Patch Picks finds suggestions for doing something besides a restaurant and a movie this year.

Do you always spend the day before Valentine’s Day calling a restaurant and booking reservations? Why not switch it up this year? Check out our five alternatives ways to spend Valentine's Day. The Colonial Inn Bed and Breakfast: The historic, all-inclusive getaway.   This 19th century colonial bed and breakfast makes for the perfect setting for you and your sweetheart. Nestled in the heart of Historic Main Street, with the Missouri River in your backyard, this one-stop romantic getaway includes a carriage ride, champagne, red wine, chocolate, flowers, and a wax sealed love letter. This Valentine’s special is going on now through Feb. 20, but book soon, reservations are going quick. Make sure to inquire about the luxurious add-ons offered. …

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Patch Picks

Five Places to Go for Valentine's Day

Patch Picks brings you a list of places to check out or things to do each week from our editors and readers.

Patch Picks: Best Bets for Valentine's Day

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