By Chris Murphy
Valentine’s Day is for couples, friends, family and even a party of one. It is extremely important that when we are happy with ourselves, our capacity to love is greater. If you are not in a relationship, take time to celebrate yourself, or your friends. If you are in a relationship, flowers and presents aren’t necessary, but take the time to connect and give each other the gift of time and attention.
Ready to tie the knot?
No matter who you are, you can get Married at the Mansion by the Stanislaus County Clerk – Commissioner of Civil Marriages, Donna Linder. Engaged couples to be married on Valentine’s Day at the McHenry Mansion in Modesto. “Marriage at the Mansion” offers each couple a romantic setting at the beautifully restored historic McHenry Mansion.
Civil Ceremonies will be offered in English & Spanish on February 14th by appointment between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Marriage licenses must be purchased and appointments made in advance at the County Clerk’s Office located at 1021 “I” Street, Modesto. The cost of the license and ceremony is $121 or $126 for confidential marriage licenses.
“Couples planning to tie the knot in 2020 should reserve their Valentine’s Day wedding early for this romantic venue,” stated Linder. “The non-religious civil ceremonies will be conducted in English or Spanish. Guests are limited to 15 for each wedding and children must be age 12 or older to attend.” For more information contact the County Clerk Office at 209-525-5250 or call 209-525-5230 for assistance in Spanish
Romantic Music
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Modesto. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Valentine’s Day Special ft. “Romeo and Juliet” & More at The Century under the gentle glow of candlelight. February 14 6:30. Music of Joe Hisaishi at 8:45pm
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Want an old school dance?
Don’t miss the Valentine’s Day Dance & Dinner at Crocodiles. Glam up and enjoy the full disco dance floor, first class dinner and a night of fun and celebration. Feb 14. 7 pm. 21+ only
1745 Prescott Dr, Modesto 209-544-1962
www.crocodilesnightclub.com<www.crocodilesnightclub.com>
Home Depot Candy Box Workshop
Take the kid and family out to Home Depot and get some building skills.
Feb 1. 9 am 1617 N Carpenter Rd
www.activityhero.com/biz/home-depot/valentines-candy-box/1735299
Sweetheart’s Dinner
Celebrate your sweetheart on February 13 at the Modesto Masonic Hall. Anyone is welcome and you will have a great time. 6 pm cocktails and dinner at 7.
Masonic Hall. 800 Rose Ave. Modesto. RSVP 209-818-8983
The Silver Square Lodge is hosting a Valentine’s Dinner and Dance at the Masonic Hall on the 14th. $100 per couple tickets and more information- Charles Evins 209-595-6966
Laughs for Love
Yuk it up for Valentines with Ric James at the Doubletree Napa Room at 7:30. $20 tix $30 for couples with Nitish Sakhujah and Curtis as a double feature. There are $45 VIP tix for 2. www.ricjames.com<www.ricjames.com> for more info.
Adult Bingo Anyone?
For the 21+ crowd, you can enjoy Adult Bingo with Drag MAMA Award winner Sasha Devaroe. This a fun benefit for Cal Pride, hosted at Splash Nightclub. 107 McHenry, 6-9 pm Tix are $15
Best of all, you don’t need anything organized to celebrate Valentines Day. Just take time for you and your significant other, or even just take a day for yourself or with your friends. Just a quick heads up, Valentine’s Day is on a Friday, so plan early if you are going out.
This is just a sampling of what’s out there. If you are looking for something to do, check out www.modestoview.com<www.modestoview.com> or follow us on our socials @modestoview and we love you all for making ModestoView a part of your Modesto experience. <3
