Quickie Date Night Ideas for Parents

– ­Some alone time is better than never having any alone time! So if you need to rush back home to your little ones, there are a bunch of different ways to have a “quickie date night”.

– Consider making just a date night dessert run to your local cupcake shop to satisfy your sweet tooth and to have some quality one-on-one time. It’s the perfect way to cap night.

– We get it – you want to rush home after work to your kids. But sometimes, it’s important to take a moment to spend some time with your partner before getting back to the chaos of little ones. After work, consider doing a “happy hour” (or even “happy half hour”) at a local wine bar to catch up on the day. Bonus – you get to spend some QT on the commute home.

– After the kids are tucked in bed, resist plopping on the couch and watching TV! Instead, open a bottle of wine and catch up on the day’s highlights now that there’s some quiet in the house. You can even try your hand at a puzzle as a soothing activity before bed.

– Another great idea is to hit the road. Whether it’s a walk around the neighborhood, visiting a local park or hiking a trail, being outdoors can have a refreshing impact on your relationship. Bonus? You burn calories too!

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Host a fondue night.

This pot of melted goodness can be tailored to the cheese addict or sweet tooth. Whether going sweet with chocolate fondue or savory with some Gruyere, there’s no need to purchase a special fondue pot: Many recipes sub in a saucepan or Crock Pot, like this easy s’more fondue. Pick some healthy crudités like broccoli, cauliflower, and strawberries to up the benefits.

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Stargaze.

Get familiar with the cosmos (check out this handy guide if you’re new to astronomy) and head outdoors to see who can spot the North Star and Big Dipper first. Many observatories, parks, and local colleges also offer public viewing nights with guided “star tours” and discussions.

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DJ Lessons
This one’s a twofer: not only will you two learn how to spin on turntables and mix your own beats, you’ll be able to provide the entertainment at your next party. Visit Scratch.com to learn more.

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Choose Your Own Adventure
In the mood for a new experience, but not sure if you want to go white water rafting or hot air ballooning? Check out Cloud9Living.com, where you can search by region, price, and type – the categories here range from “air” to “water and snow” – to find truly adventurous dates that suit your style.

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Nighttime Paintball
Darkness adds an air of intrigue to the already adrenaline-pumping game, and the postgame shower is not to be taken alone.

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