Empty pockets are no excuse to deny your loved one a memorable Valentine\u2019s Day. If you\u2019re rummaging your brain for some romantic (yet relatively cheap) date nights in the Winona area, look no further. Here are some ideas on on how to keep your significant other (and wallet) happy on this national day of love.<\/p>\n
The Active Date<\/strong><\/p>\n If the Olympics have you convinced that your skating skills are just as amazing as a trained athlete’s, why not show off for your date? The Lake Lodge Recreation Center<\/a> offers ice-skating, broomball and snowshoeing to all members for a small fee of $5 for a yearlong membership. The Lodge also provides a cracking fireplace to warm those frozen toes and maybe provide a chance to scoot a little closer\u2026 #cuddletime<\/p>\n The Studious Date<\/strong><\/p>\n Sometimes, a good book and a steamin\u2019 cup of coffee is absolutely necessary on a cold winter\u2019s night. So why not enjoy a fictional tale together? Head on over to the Winona Public Library<\/a> and swap each other\u2019s favorite novels. Spend the night by the fireplace (or space heater) and get lost in the written word together.<\/p>\n The Classic Date<\/strong><\/p>\n Dinner and a movie is never bad idea. Downtown Winona holds many different restaurants and diners just begging to be explored. I say Acoustic Caf\u00e9<\/a> is a must-try for all Winona students. You and your date can split a hot hoagie and get to know each other in the cozy atmosphere. Then you can walk over to the Winona 7 Theatre<\/a> to catch the latest film. Looking for a romantic comedy? Take your date to That Awkward Moment<\/em><\/a>, a story about three friends dealing with modern day relationships starring Zac Efron.\u00a0 (Because you can never go wrong with Zac Efron. Never.)<\/p>\n The Thrifty Date<\/strong><\/p>\n Make Macklemore\u2019s song<\/a> come alive and try shopping in a few thrift stores over the weekend. Whether it be a \u201cbrown leather jacket that you found digging\u201d or a broken keyboard, the adventure of thrifting is sure to make a memorable date for you both. Make things more interesting by setting a spending limit of $5 and see if you can make an entire ensemble with that price. (Trust me; it can be done.)<\/p>\n The Artsy Date<\/strong><\/p>\n Check out some local talent by attending WSU\u2019s own \u201cDancescape<\/a>\u201d performance on the Main Stage of the Performing Arts Center from Feb 13 to Feb 15.\u00a0 Come and support your fellow students as they dance their hearts out onstage. Tickets<\/a> are $8 for students; a very reasonable price to impress your date with your knowledge of the arts.<\/p>\n The Culinary Date<\/strong><\/p>\n Take a night off from the caf, put your culinary skills to good use and make yourselves a homemade dinner! Whether it be just a simple box of mac-and-cheese or just some fluffy pancakes, nothing says romance more than a full, satisfied belly. Brownie points (mmm\u2026brownies) to those who lay a picnic tablecloth on the ground and pretend like it\u2019s already summer vacation.<\/p>\n The Dreamy Date<\/strong><\/p>\n Grab yourselves a cup of hot cocoa, notepad and pen and start writing down your bucket list ideas. With school, work and extracurricular activities always demanding your attention, it\u2019s important to keep in mind the personal goals you have set for yourself. Whether that be backpacking across Europe, learning a new language, starting a blog, or getting that high score on Flappy Bird, it\u2019s always exciting to see these goals written down and finding out what you each aspire to do with your lives. Because a couple who dreams together, stay together.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Empty pockets are no excuse to deny your loved one a memorable Valentine\u2019s Day. If you\u2019re rummaging your brain for some romantic (yet relatively cheap) date nights in the Winona area, look no further. Here are some ideas on on how to keep your significant other (and wallet) happy on this national day of love. 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