Valentine's Day Fun: Play Games

If you've had your fill of lavish, romantic dinners – or if that's just not your thing – there are plenty of other ways to celebrate Valentine's Day in Farmington and Farmington Hills.

This week, we're going to run down some local options, starting with a sure-fire way for valentines of all ages to create a memorable date:

Play games

How long has it been since you went out and had some fun? These local businesses might provide just the break you and your sweetie need this Valentine's Day:

For as little as a penny, you can make some of Marvin Yagoda's vintage mechanical wonders work. Marvin has packed his store's 5,500 square feet, located in Hunter's Square shopping center in Farmington Hills, with antique and modern games and machines.  

Not only can you find all kinds of games at this Farmington business, but your arcade skills can earn you tickets to redeem for a Valentine's Day gift! Located on Grand River west of Orchard Lake Rd. in Farmington, Zap Zone also offers laser tag, glo-golf, bumper cars, mini-bowling and go-karts.

BonaVenture's All-Night Skate on Friday, Feb. 10 offers 11 hours of skating, pizza and pop, as well as donuts and juice for breakfast. The fun starts at 7 p.m. and continues until 6 a.m. Saturday, with plenty of chocolate and other prizes, including a new pair of roller skates or in-line skates for two lucky winners. Cost is $20 per person, call 248-476-2200 for information.