GET OUT: Valentine's Day Events Around Essex

Here are five options for those seeking a romantic Valentine's Day evening:

1. American Legion Post 148 Valentine’s Dance

• Where/When: 20 S. Marlyn Ave. 8 p.m. –midnight Feb. 11
• Why Go: Music by Dave Nicely and Southern Delight plus platter, beer and limited open bar
• Pricing: $25 per person or $40 a couple
• Information: Contact Harry Campbell at 410-687-3855

• Where/When: 8777 Philadelphia Road, 8 p.m. on Feb. 11
• Why Go: The Ladies Auxiliary is having a dance to benefit the general fund. Ticket price includes dinner, limited open bar, beer, soda, and live music by Impulse
• Pricing: $20 in advance, $25 at the door
• Information: Contact JoAnn Bush at 443-740-0238 or Sharon Ganzler at 410-627-5163 for tickets.

3. Essex Elks Lodge Valentine's Dance

• Where/When: 1007 E. Homberg Ave., 1-5 p.m. Feb. 12
• Why Go: Dinner, salad, dessert, limited open bar along entertainment from The Frank Sinatra and Patsy Cline Show.
• Pricing: $25 per person
• Information: Call 410-686-7797

4. Buckhead Cattle Company

• Where/When: 9727 Pulaski Highway, Feb. 14
• Why Go: A reservation includes choice of entree includes Buckhead steak, 6 oz. filet, chicken breast with white wine sauce or 12 oz. pork chop. Also comes with salad, soup, side dish dessert and champagne toast for two.
• Pricing: $68 per couple.  
  

• Where/When: 1110 Beech Drive, Feb. 14
• Why Go: Along with the standard menu, there will be plenty of special dishes. Plus, receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine with each entree.
• Pricing: Varies
• Information: Call 410-238-0080 to make reservations