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It's almost Valentine's Day! Looking for kid-friendly treats, art projects, free printable cards and date night ideas for parents or families? You'll find all this and more in our Valentine's Day Round-Up. Use our quick links for easy access: recipes, DIY crafts, cards and art projects, great ideas for families and outings for parents.

 

Recipes

Make these goodies for Valentine's Day or any time you want a sweet way to say, "I love you!"

 


Oreo Truffles 
from the Seaside Baker

 


Chocolate Crème-Filled Cupcakes 
from the Seaside Baker

 

Valentine lollipops
Valentine's Day Lollipops

 

Strawberry Nutella Pancakes
Strawberry Nutella Pancakes
from BriGeeski
 

Strawberry Sweethearts Cocoa
Strawberry Sweethearts Cocoa
from Two Peas & their Pod

 

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Valentine's Day 7-Layer Bars
from the Seaside Baker

 

Valentine's Day Crafts, Cards and Art Projects

Make your own Valentine's Day mailbox, artwork and print free cards for classmates, friends and family!

 

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Heart Banner 

 


Heart Batik Mural 

 


Pop Art Hearts

 

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Tint and Shade Hearts

 

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Printable Valentine's Day Cards

 

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Funny Letter Valentines

 

Washi Wishes
Create a Washi Wishes Valentine's Mailbox and cards to exchange with friends and family.

 

Heart Braid  
Send your daughter to school with an adorable Valentine's Day braid.
 
Find more ideas on our Halloween Pinterest Board. Check out our Valentine's Day Pinterest board for more crafts, decorations and party ideas.

 

Fun Ideas and Outings for Parents and Families

 


14 Sweet Ideas for Valentine’s Day

 

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Parents Night Out
: Creative, fun dates for parents who need a break

 


Date Nights on the Water
Perfect spots in San diego for a date with a water view.

 

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Valentine’s Day Events for Kids in San Diego
Share the love with your family this month!

 

Family Valentine Fun
Family Valentine Fun
Fun ways to cultivate family love.

 

Keeping love strong.
Keep Love Strong
36 ways to rekindle romance.

 

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Why Parent/Child Dates Are So Important
Make them part of your regular routine!

 

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Great Dates for Dads and Daughters
Ideas for spending time with daughters.

 

Date Nights at Home
Date Nights at Home: An alternative for parents
Nurture your partner relationship.

 

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21 Ways to Tell Teens, “I Love You”
Great tips for parents of adolescents and young adults.


Updated: Jan. 2023


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