Celebrate Valentine's Day in Herndon

Still planning your Valentine's Day? Here's some tips on celebrating in Herndon.

If you're still trying to figure out how to celebrate Valentine's Day with your special someone, there are many ways to do so in Herndon.  Say It With Baked Goods Great Harvest has a Valentine's Day Gift Box that can be ordered in the store and shipped to your Valentine. The shop also has chocolate cookies, chocolate heart-shaped brownies and white chocolate cherry swirl bread.  Boutique Bakeshop, which recently moved to a new location at 336 Elden St., has sweet treats for Valentine's Day, including a chocolate frosting topped strawberry cupcake. They also have mini heart-shaped cakes for two, locally made chocolates and conversation heart cupcakes.  A Dinner for Two Many local restaurants have Valentine's Day specials for couples.  …

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The Heart Healthy Benefits of Valentine's Day

A look at Valentine's traditions to adopt all year long for better heart health.

Valentine’s Day conjures up images of the color red, chocolate hearts, rose bouquets and maybe a romantic toast. While all these help us celebrate a holiday to honor those we love, it’s also an opportunity to do something good for yourself; more specifically, your heart. According to mental health professionals, the quality of your relationships has significant impact on your overall health. Excessive stress is a risk factor in heart disease. Some cardiologists believe anger and stress actually generate heart attack and stroke because of the hormones associated with those emotions. Cortisol and adrenaline are produced in anxious situations. But when you are stressed too much, there is an excess of these hormones, which can have a negative …

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Photo Gallery: Herndon Rotary Valentine Hop

The Fabulous Hubcaps played to a full house as they danced the night away.

The Rotary Club of Herndon hosted its annual Herndon Rotary Valentine Hop on Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Herndon Community Center. The event included live music by The Fabulous Hubcaps and BYOB refreshments. Proceeds from the event will go to local charities and educational opportunities for local youth. 

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