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GIFT GUIDE

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This Valentine’s Day, show your loved ones how much you love them with unique gifts and date ideas… And show your local, independent businesses some love by shopping small and spending downtown! Browse this gift guide for Valentine’s Day special gifts, dining and date plans, and promotions and specials.

For more ideas, visit

www.DowntownDayton.org/Valentine

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Click links below to order online or see more offerings from our downtown businesses!

Gem City Laser

Vidia’s Closet

www.gemcitylaser.shop Customizable gifts: QR Cassette Tape Coasters, Wood & Marble Coasters & more

https://www.vidiascloset.com 25% off all items that are the color red

Don’s Pawn Shop

https://www.donspawnshop.com Concept Diamond Earrings, $16, $20 & $25

www.gemcitylaser.shop Customizable gifts: Charcuterie Board, Top Grain Wallet, LED Lamp & more

https://www.vidiascloset.com Spend $400 or more in-store receive 50% off your purchase

Space Three

www.spacethreedayton.com 14% off retail, Feb 11-14, in studio only

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Beanunique Boutique

www.beauniqueboutiquellc.com Spend over $75 in store and receive a card for 50% off next purchase

Clash Dayton

www.ClashDayton.com Shop locally made artwork and items as well as new and vintage clothing

Mike’s Vintage Toys

https://mikesvintagetoys.com Action figures, toys, and other collectibles from Marvel, DC, Star Wars, and more

Omega Music

https://omegamusicdayton.com A wide selection of CDs, vinyl records, cassettes, and more

Square One Salon and Spa

https://www.squareonesalon.com Spend $50 or more in Aveda products and receive a Cherry Almond Body Lotion as our gift to you

Edward A. Dixon Gallery www.shop.eadgallery.com Local & international fine art for sale

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Skeleton Dust Records

Varsity House

Grace Lane Boutique

Heart Mercantile

www.skeletondustrecords.com Skeleton Dust "Psychedelic Goddess" t-shirt

https://varsityhouse.co T-shirts, hoodies, shoes, sweatpants, hats, and other streetwear

www.heartmercantile.com Valentine’s Day themed cards and gifts

www.skeletondustrecords.com Selection of pop, rock, alternative, metal, punk, noise, industrial, experimental, electronic, etc.

www.gracelaneboutique.com Clothing, accessories, and jewelry sourced from ethical, fair trade, and sustainable brands worldwide

www.heartmercantile.com Unique Dayton-centric clothing & accessories

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Brim

K12 Gallery & TEJAS

Dayton Church Supply Inc.

Boston Stoker

https://www.brimonfifth.com Shop a wide selection of hats (beanies, fedoras, caps, etc.)

www.k12tejasgallery.org K12 Gallery & TEJAS Gift Cards

www.daytonchurchsupply.com Religious gifts, candles, statues, crosses, and other church supplies

https://www.brimonfifth.com Accessories (bags, jewelry, scarves & more)

www.k12tejasgallery.org Classes for kids, teens, and adults

https://bostonstoker.com Shop hats, mugs, shirts, brewing gear and more online or in store

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Luna Gifts & Botanicals

Tender Mercy

Van Buren Room / Belle of Dayton

Now and Zen Terrariums

https://lunadayton.shopsettings.com Plants, accessories, and unique gifts

https://www.tendermercy.com Black Shoulder Snake Hoodie, Unisex $44

www.vanburenroom.com Cocktail t-shirts

https://www.tendermercy.com “Stay Tender” Lewis Bag and Mallet $32

https://www.tendermercy.com Black Obsidian Bolo Tie $28

www.shopnowandzen.com/diy-kits Take-home DIY Kits, includes everything you need to make a beautiful terrarium at home

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2nd Street Market

https://bit.ly/3GgjpF2 Create a custom jewelry piece

2nd Street Market

https://bit.ly/3GgjpF2 Purchase a bouquet of flowers and chocolate strawberries

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Taking your Valentine out for dinner?

Reservation! DON'T FORGET TO MAKE A

Be sure to book your table or pre-order as soon as possible! Or plan to get carry-out for a romantic dinner at home. Find a list of restaurants at www.downtowndayton.org

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Click links below to order online or see more offerings from our downtown businesses!

Boston Stoker

Van Buren Room / Belle of Dayton

2nd Street Market

www.vanburenroom.com 750ml bottles of Belle of Dayton liquor

https://bit.ly/3GgjpF2 Dine in with one of the seven prepared food vendors on site

Salar Restaurant & Lounge

https://bostonstoker.com Coffee subscriptions

https://salarrestaurant.com February Wine Dinner: Feb 10, 5 course meal and wine pairings by Chef Margot Blondet

https://bostonstoker.com Dorothy Lane Market baked goods now available in all shops

https://salarrestaurant.com February Cooking Class: Feb 24, learn the secrets to Chef Blondet’s native Peruvian dishes

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https://www.facebook.com/View162Dayton Valentine’s Dinner Party: Feb 14, music and dinner with panoramic views of the city. For reservations: 937-229-9850

Salt Block Biscuit Co.

www.toasttab.com/salt-block-biscuit-company

Valentine’s Dinner Feb. 12 and Valentine’s Brunch Feb. 13

Winans Chocolates & Coffees www.winanscandies.com Chocolate Gift Baskets

Lock 27 Brewing

www.facebook.com/Lock27Brewing Valentine's Day Specials: Feb. 11-17, beerinfused dishes with optional beer pairing

Winans Chocolates & Coffees

www.winanscandies.com Pre-order chocolate-covered strawberries to pick up before Valentine’s Day

Winans Chocolates & Coffees www.winanscandies.com Celebrate Ohio Gift Basket

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Winans Chocolates & Coffees www.winanscandies.com Valentine’s Day drink menu: Sweetheart Smoothie, Berry Sweet Breve, Tuxedo Mocha, Cupid’s Kiss, and Lovebug Mocha

Century Bar

https://centurybardayton.com Century Bar gift cards and merchandise available online

Jay’s Seafood

Table 33

Choice Juice Boxx

https://www.jays.com/ Every Thursday, lobster and crab specials

https://www.table33dayton.com/ Baked goods & dessert, featuring vegan & gluten free items

https://www.table33dayton.com/ Wine Night every Friday at 5pm with $3.33 glasses of wine

https://choicejuiceboxx937.com Juices, smoothies and other healthy foods and snacks

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Deaf Monty’s

Press Coffee Bar

https://daytonwinebar.com Sofia Blancs de Blancs: $17 - off-dry sparkling from California

https://daytonwinebar.com Faire la Fete Sparkling: $25 - dry sparkling from Limoux, France

https://daytonwinebar.com Canard Duchene Champagne: $38 - the real deal--dry & sparkling from France

https://daytonwinebar.com Watermelon Splash: $10 - bubbles from France: sweet as a fresh watermelon

https://daytonwinebar.com Dacastello Prosecco: $14 - dry sparkling from Italy

https://www.pressdayton.com Wood Burl coffee beans, merchandise, and gift cards available online

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Third Perk Coffee House & Wine Bar

https://www.thirdperk.biz Coffee beans, stickers, masks, and mugs

Twist Cupcakery

www.twistcupcakerydayton.com Sampler box $22

Twist Cupcakery

Toxic Brew Co.

Carmen’s Deli and Bistro

www.twistcupcakerydayton.com Vegan mini heart cake $11

https://toxicbrewcompany.com Microbrewery and bar serving house-made and guest beers, spirits, and cocktails

www.twistcupcakerydayton.com Chocolate covered strawberries $30

https://www.carmens-deli.com/ Breakfast, lunch, dinner, pastries, and desserts made with fresh ingredients daily

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Jollity

Mudlick Taphouse

https://www.jollitydayton.com Elevated midwestern fare and cocktails with global influence - make dinner reservations

https://mudlicktaphouse.com/valentines-day

Reza's

Wheat Penny

Thai 9

www.RezasRoast.com Seasonal coffee and tea

https://www.wheatpennydayton.com/ Family Pack meals for pick-up and delivery

Valentine’s Day features will run Feb 10-13, private Valentine’s dinner in an igloos for up to 8 guests, reservations limited

www.RezasRoast.com Coffee beans, tea, shirts, cups & more available in store or online

http://www.thai9restaurant.com Thai food, sushi, and craft beer for a romantic dinner or group feast

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Azra’s Mediterranean Cuisine

Trolley Stop

https://bit.ly/344sh3H Hearts German Raspberry Linzer cookies

https://bit.ly/344sh3H Chocolate and strawberry cupcakes

https://bit.ly/344sh3H Chocolate cake

https://bit.ly/344sh3H Heart decorating cookies

https://bit.ly/344sh3H Valentine’s Day assortment boxes cookies

https://trolleystopdayton.com Happy hour every day from 3-7pm

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Trolley Stop

Roost Italian

I Heart Ice Cream

Mrs. Ernestine's Pound Cakes

https://trolleystopdayton.com Walking taco bar Mondays at 9pm

www.ihearticecream.org Valentine’s Experience: Roll your own ice cream class, includes chocolate covered strawberries and pretzels

https://www.roostitalian.com/ Upscale Italian featuring fresh pastas, seafood, steaks & chops, large wine selection

www.instagram.com/poundcakesbymrs.ernestine

Red Velvet, Lemon, Sweet Potato, Eggnog, Vanilla, Strawberry, and Hot Chocolate Love flavor pound cakes for Valentine's Day

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Downtown Dollars make a great Valentine’s Day gift and support local small businesses! Downtown Dollars are quick, convenient, cashless currency you keep on your phone, redeemable at more than 80 downtown businesses!

To purchase Downtown Dollars, visit

www.DowntownDayton.org AN E-GIFT CARD PROGRAM OF

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Dayton Live

https://www.daytonlive.org Visual Voices gallery - Thru March 31, Schuster Center, free, featuring the work of African American visual artists from the Miami Valley

Click links below to order online or see more offerings from our downtown businesses!

Dayton Live

https://www.daytonlive.org Sapphire Celebration - Feb 11-13, Victoria Theater, Dayton Ballet performance

Space Three

Two Social

Wellness Studio Dayton

Blind Bob’s

www.spacethreedayton.com Couples TRX Class: Feb 11 @ 5:30pm $30/couple (includes class & sweet treat)

http://www.wellnessthestudio.com/ 30 to 120 minute massages, couples massages, facials, wellness coaching

www.2socialdayton.com Drink and play games together! Axe throwing, video games, Bocce Ball, full bar

http://blindbobs.com/ Live performances by local and touring musicians, check out our schedule online

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eClat Facial Studio

Dayton Black Box Improv

Human Race Theatre

Dayton Society of Artists

Blush Studio

Dublin Pub

https://www.eclatfacialstudio.com Blushing ROSÉ facial - a six-step pampering session for yourself or a loved one

https://humanracetheatre.org/ EVERYTHING THAT'S BEAUTIFUL: Feb 17 March 6 - A moving exploration of a family in transition

https://blushboudoir.com Treat someone to a boudoir photography studio experience

https://www.daytonblackboximprov.com/ Galentine’s Day: Feb. 12, 8pm - A female cast taking audience suggestions & performing in celebration of female friendships

https://daytondsa.org Three Women, Three Views - thru Feb 12, a landscape-based show with three different approaches created in different locations

www.facebook.com/dublinpubdayton Live music at the pub - check the schedule online

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Dayton Art Institute

Connect E-Sports

Picture Perfect Paint Parties

Speakeasy Yoga

https://www.daytonartinstitute.org Norman Rockwell:Stories of Emotion exhibit, thru Feb 13

https://connectesports.com/ Valentines Day Special - Weekend 2-Player Unlimited Game Pass

https://www.speakeasydayton.com Check our site for events, including Riverscape Winter Virtual Yoga, Barre PopUps and more

https://www.daytonartinstitute.org Beyond the Woodblock exhibit - thru March 6

www.pictureperfectpaintparties.com Paint & Sip Valentine’s & Galentine’s Parties - check website for dates

https://www.speakeasydayton.com Hot and non-heated yoga classes

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The Contemporary Dayton

Toxic Brew Co.

Pedal Wagon Dayton

Urban Krag Climbing Center

Flyboy’s Deli

www.thecontemporarydayton.org Current exhibitions include “Storytellers” by Heather Jones, “3 Steps From Center” by Odili Donald Odita, and “To Feel Myself Beloved on the Earth” by Jeffrey Gibson

https://pedalwagon.com/dayton Bikes, Bevies, & Brunch - get your pedal on while drinking & brunching your way through the Oregon District

https://www.urbankrag.com Classes Wednesday - Sunday starting at $15; day passes starting at $16 for adults, $14 for children

https://toxicbrewcompany.com Gem City Burlesque starting at 8pm Feb 14, $40 general admission includes a specialty cocktail

https://pedalwagon.com/dayton Brewery Cruise - pedal your way through Dayton’s booming craft beer scene aboard this two-hour pedal-powered adventure

http://www.flyboysdeli.com Trivia Night, Wednesdays at 6:30pm, check our site for trivia theme nights, like Superbowl, Pokemon, Aviation and more

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