{"id":5849,"date":"2023-02-01T09:35:59","date_gmt":"2023-02-01T09:35:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.geranium.com\/blog\/?p=5849"},"modified":"2023-02-03T20:30:02","modified_gmt":"2023-02-03T20:30:02","slug":"valentines-day-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.geranium.com\/blog\/valentines-day-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Valentine’s Day Fun For The Family"},"content":{"rendered":"

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They say Valentine\u2019s Day is a day dedicated to love. But when that special day includes more than just the two of you \u2026 there\u2019s nothing sweeter than a family valentine celebration. Here are some great ways to celebrate Valentine\u2019s Day family style:<\/p>\n

1. Countdown to the 14th<\/strong>
\nWe\u2019ve all enjoyed counting down to Christmas with an advent calendar, how about creating one for Valentine\u2019s Day this year? Make an envelope where each one holds a new surprise, with something extra special on the big day. Here\u2019s a fun and easy way<\/a> to do it yourself.<\/p>\n

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Make your own Advent Calendar to countdown to Valentine’s Day<\/p><\/div>\n

2. Family Valentine Exchange<\/strong>
\nSpend the afternoon making your own DIY Valentine Cards<\/a> and deliver them to each member of the family. It\u2019s fun to see the creative ways kids can express themselves and parents can add a few candy surprises to their homemade cards.<\/p>\n

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Making your own Valentines is half the fun<\/p><\/div>\n

3. Plan a Scavenger Hunt<\/strong>
\nWith a little creativity you can put together a custom scavenger hunt<\/a> for your little explorers. Whether it\u2019s outdoors on the weekend or indoors<\/a> on Valentine\u2019s evening, there are so many ways the whole family can get involved.<\/p>\n

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Scavenger Hunt works indoors or out<\/p><\/div>\n

4. Make your own Selfie Booth<\/strong>
\nWith a few props from the Dollar Store you can create your own photo booth for sensational selfies. Pinterest<\/a> has some fun ideas.<\/p>\n

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When creating a Selfie Booth don’t forget the props<\/p><\/div>\n

5. Get Baking<\/strong>
\nHow many things can you create in the shape of a heart? From cereal bars to muffins, from cookies to strawberries. There are so many great ideas to get cooking. Here\u2019s a great start: Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n

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Valentine Baking<\/p><\/div>\n

6. Kids Choice Game Night<\/strong>
\nWhether it\u2019s a board game or a homemade game, kids love game night especially when it includes mom and dad.<\/p>\n

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Family game night’s for everyone<\/p><\/div>\n

7. A Valentine Supper<\/strong>
\nMake February 14 a special night for everyone \u2013 whether it\u2019s an indoor picnic, or a candlelit dinner with fancy dishes and a DIY menu for each of the \u201cguests\u201d. Pull out all the stops, have everyone dress up, and allow the kids to drink out of wine glasses. The food can be as fancy or as simple as you want, it\u2019s all the setting.
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8. Movie Night<\/strong>
\nAfter a fun meal, and the sharing of Valentines, it\u2019s time to get in to jammies and curl up to watch a movie together. Don\u2019t forget the popcorn. The ideal way to wrap up an evening filled with family love.<\/p>\n

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Don’t forget the popcorn<\/p><\/div>\n

Enjoy your Valentine’s Day at home!\"\"<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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