Valentine’s Day 2012: Events in Atlanta, deals, jokes for kids and printables

Valentine’s Day 2012 is right around the corner, so why not make the holiday a fun family affair? Below are some Valentine’s Day events and deals in Atlanta, funny jokes to share with your kids, plus free printables to make your own cards and crafts.

Family-friendly 2012 Valentine’s Day events in Atlanta

If you’re looking for some fun Valentine’s Day events to partake in with your kids this weekend, here are a few suggestions:

• Valentine’s Day Gift Workshop at Michaels: Explore your creativity this Valentine’s Day with a make-it, take-it heart shaped wooden frame. Sunday, February 12th from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Visit Michaels.com for more details.
• Valentine’s Day Storytime at Barnes & Noble. This Valentine’s Day storytime focuses on appreciating and loving others. Tuesday, February 14th at 10:00 a.m. at Barnes & Noble Mansell Crossing location near North Point Mall. Free.
• Warm and cozy ice skating. For a family Valentine’s Day weekend adventure, check out The Rink at Park Tavern in Piedmont Park. Skate in a heated tent on an ice rink made from recycled water. Open through February 14th nightly at 4:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday sessions at 9:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 5:00 p.m. Each session lasts 3-1/2 hours and costs $15 (includes skates).
• Winter Starlab at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. See the brightest stars of the year when you take a naturalist-led journey through STARLab, CNC’s giant inflatable planetarium. 1:00-2:00:00 p.m. (Two 25-minute sessions). Ages 5-adult. Sunday, February 12th at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Free with admission.
• “Date With Dad” at American Girl Store at North Point Mall in Alpharetta. Little girls 6 and up can enjoy a “Date With Dad” at 11:00 a.m. or 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 12th. The event includes a meal, book, photo and keepsakes. $35 per person.

Super Valentine's Day Deals in Atlanta for 2012

• Two dozen roses for $19.99: Calling all dads! If you’d like to get roses for your loved one this Valentine’s Day, Whole Foods and Harry’s Farmers Market are offering a great deal for a whole lotta’ love. Now through February 14th, you can purchase two dozen beautiful roses for just $19.99. Available at Briarcliff, Buckhead, Johns Creek, Midtown, Sandy Springs, Alpharetta and Cobb locations.
• Save 50% on chocolates from Kilwins. This Half Off Depot.com deal is a limited time offer, so be sure to act fast. The coupon costs $10 and allows you to buy $20 worth of delicious chocolate from world famous Kilwins on Atlantic Drive in Atlanta.

Top 10 Valentine’s Day Jokes for Kids

To add a dash of humor to your family’s Valentine’s Day, here are ten jokes for kids from ActivityVillage.com  and Kabosse.com.

1. What did the caveman give his wife on Valentine’s Day? Ughs and kisses!
2. What did the boy sheep say to the girl sheep? I love ewe!
3. What did the stamp say to the envelope on Valentine’s Day? I’m stuck on you!
4. What kind of flowers do you never give on Valentine’s Day? Cauliflowers.
5. What do you call a very small Valentine? A Valentiny.
6. What did the boy squirrel say to the girl squirrel on Valentine’s Day? I’m nuts about you!
7. Why did the banana go out with the prune on Valentine’s Day? Because it couldn’t get a date.
8. What did the paper clip say to the magnet on Valentine’s Day? I find you very attractive.
9. Did Adam and Eve ever have a date? No, but they had an apple.
10. Do skunks celebrate Valentine’s Day? Sure, they’re very scent-imental.

Free Valentine’s Day Printables for Kids

There are a ton of websites that offer free printables and coloring pages, plus activities, worksheets, games, word searches and more to celebrate Valentine’s Day 2012. To help your own child get into the spirit of the beloved holiday, here are a few good online resources.

• Activity Village.com: There’s something for kids of all ages, including Valentine’s Day scrapbook paper, printable cards, bookmarks, posters and more.
• Disney Family Fun.com: Choose from a delightful assortment of cards, gifts, decorations, stickers, coloring pages and activity sheets.
• ABC Teach.com: Family fun activities include greeting cards, activity sheets, flashcards, writing paper and a ton of cards.
• DTLK.com: Free printables include awards and certificates, bingo cards, bookmarks, cards, doorknob hangers and more for kids of all ages.
• Coloring Page.net: This helpful website offers 40 different pages to color hearts, doves, boxes of Valentine's candy and more.

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