So you've
finally arranged a date with that certain someone, but what
are you going to actually DO? If you're tired of the dinner
and a movie theme, or are simply broke like most of us, here
are some creative and inexpensive ideas for romantic fun.
I
still use some of these ideas even though I've been married
for 15 years or so -)
Go for a picnic. If the weather is nice then the local park
is great. If not simply spread out the blanket on your living
room floor and pretend.
Spend
an afternoon ice skating or sledding, then warm up with a warm
mug of hot chocolate.
Take a hike!
Spend a day at the beach. Even in the cool weather, walking
along the shore and collecting sea shells can make for a good
time.
Go to the matinee showing of a movie. Who says night time is
the only time for movies?
Knock down some pins at the bowling alley. Many allies offer
all night rates on Friday and Saturday nights.
Tour a museum. Many offer free or discount admission on certain
days.
Visit the zoo or aquarium.
Take a leisurely ride in the country and enjoy the view. Take
a Picnic with you -))
Do some star gazing. Bring a blanket or sleeping bag and cuddle
up while you find the constellations and discover new stars.
Cook dinner together. Then enjoy your meal by candle light,
dressed in your finest.
Make it a movie night at home. Rent videos or watch the home
movies. Be sure to have plenty of popcorn on hand!
Enjoy an evening at the community theater. The tickets are very
inexpensive and the shows are generally quite entertaining.
Bring
your quarters to the arcade and challenge your date to a pinball
tournament.
Re-live the preteen years at the roller rink. This time you'll
have someone to skate with when it's couples only.
Take an adult education class together. Check the community
college adult education catalog for class offerings.
Go shopping - especially for the holidays. Then have fun wrapping
all the gifts together.
One word - karoke!
Be kids again. Go to the playground and take turns pushing each
other on the swings.