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Patch Picks: Celebrate Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is nearly upon us. For those romantics seeking the perfect gift item or a sumptuous dinner, the following list should help you out.

Every Thursday, Mercer Island Patch will run a new weekly feature calle, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.

We'd like to hear from you on what's hot on the Island! Here's this week's pick to help you and you loved ones enjoy Valentine's Day: 

Patch Picks: Celebrate Valentine's Day

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  • Sweets for your sweetie can be found at , , both and . 
  • Dinner for two at , or . 
  • Buy your sweetheart an exotic historical romance novel and hear author Dori Jones Yang read from the book at at 7 p.m. on Feb. 12. 
  • Grab some colorful flowers to brighten up your significant other’s life at . 
  • Purchase a bottle of champagne or a bottle of wine for a cozy evening at home or a party for two at or .

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