Drive your lover up the wall
Urban Krag Climbing Center, 125 Clay St. in Dayton, will offer classes from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday. Beginner sessions are $38 and includes equipment.
Call (937) 224-5724 or visit urbankrag.com.
BYOB Couples’ Dance
The Dayton is for Lovers Valentine's Day Dance will be held from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday at the "Old" Yellow Cab building, 700 E. 4th St. in Dayton. It will feature funk, reggae and rock 'n' roll from Jah Soul, Lost on Iddings and DJ Jay Madewell. The $8 cover includes a photo booth picture. People are encouraged to bring their own drinks.
Love over Dayton
One of the most romantic spots in Dayton is in one of its most hallowed spaces.
Debra Mescher, Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum's office manager, said the cemetery's Lookout Point, which is the highest elevation in Dayton overlooking the city, is a popular spot for lovers and friends in the warmer months. She said it is great year-round for those looking for a little peace and quiet.
Highs are expected to be in the 30s this weekend which is warm enough for a brief daytime visit to check out Dayton’s skyline and the cemetery’s other grounds with a Thermos of hot chocolate.
The cemetery is located at 118 Woodland Ave. in Dayton. Gates open at 8 p.m. and close at 6 p.m. this season.
The Game of Love
Scene75 Entertainment Center, 6196 Poe Ave., Vandalia, 937-619-3200, will put a twist on speed dating. Singles age 18 and older will meet, mingle and play 10 challenging games from 9 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Participants will be introduced to a new partner at each game. Admission is $15 in advance and $20 at door. As a bonus, Friday is "ladies night" at the center from 10 p.m. until 1 a.m. Drinks will be $1 off for women, and there will be a DJ. Visit scene75.com for more information.
Inside of the box
Sometimes thinking outside of the box will put you in one. The Black Box Improv Theater, 518 E 3rd St. in Dayton, offers the kind of off-beat experience that doesn't repeat itself. There will be shows at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Admission is $5 to $7. A six-week improvisation class begins at 1 p.m. Sunday. The class cost is $100. Call (937) 369-0747 or visit daytonblackbox.com.
Dayton Rock Love
The fourth annual Dayton Does Dayton music festival starts at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Gilly’s Jazz, 132 S. Jefferson St. in Dayton. It features about 20 local bands, including Gathering Mercury, Cinder Home, The Repeating Arms, William The Accountant, Junkyard Dojo, The Broken Lights and Dark Backward.
Each will cover songs made by other Dayton bands. There will be special presentations from The Fire Lillie’s Belly Dancing and Miss Theresa Burlesque with Veronica Laine Friday night. The cost is $7 each night. Parking is free.
Chocolate and Beer
Chocolate will fall for beer Friday at Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Highway in Fairfield.
Craft beers from around the world will be paired with chocolates during the special 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Valentine's Day event. The cost is $25. Visit junglejims.com or call (513) 674-6000.
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