It’s that time of the year again when hearts, flowers, and chocolates seem to follow you everywhere you go. If dinner and a movie isn’t quite what you have in mind and you don’t really want to take that drive outside of the valley, you can check out some of these events happening in your very own neighborhood.

Wine& Design: Wine & Design in Burbank is holding a Date Night event entitled, “This Heart’s for You”. You and your significant other get to paint a masterpiece together. Event will be on February 14 at 7pm. The event is 21+. They serve wine and beer and encourage you to bring your own snacks. For more information, visit their website at http://www.wineandesign.com.

Duff’s Cakemix: Decorate a cake at Duff’s Cakemix in Tarzana. One ticket includes TWO guests to share one cake kit (6″ round cake). Snacks and sweets are provided along with games and a raffle. Open to all ages (ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Visit them on Facebook @DuffsCakemix. Event starts at 7pm.

Geeky Teas and Games: Come join in the fun! Geeky Teas in Games is hosting Couples Game Night (your date plays free) from 2pm – 10pm on Valentine’s Day. Visit them on Facebook @geekyteas for more details.

Bamboo Bistro: For Valentine’s Day, Bamboo Bistro, a Filipino dine-in restaurant in Panorama City, is serving up delicious Filipino food while San Fernando Valley locals serenade you with classic love songs sure to pull at your heart strings. The event starts at 7:30pm. Bamboo Bistro is located at 8615 Van Nuys Boulevard, Panorama City 91402.

94th Aero Squadron Restaurant: Nothing says “I love you” like a special dinner with your loved ones. The 94th Aero Squadron Restaurant is dishing out a delicious limited menu for Thursday. Make your reservation now. For more details, visit http://www.94thvannuys.com

Villa Terraza: You’re cordially invited to a celebration of love and friendship at Villa Terraza in Shadown Hills. The Italian restaurant is offering a romantic four-course prix fixe dinner menu, including a glass their house wine. Call in to make reservations at 818.875.4051. Check out their website for more information http://www.villaterrazarestaurant.com.

The Odyssey Restaurant: Valentine’s Day at the Odyssey Restaurant gives you romantic experiences to choose from: a Valentine’s Day Gala from 7pm-12AM featuring a grand dinner buffet, dj, and some photo booth fun; Or a romantic three course dinner menu at their private dinning room.