Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and you know what that means. Cards, flowers, and, occasionally, the significant other that totally forgot to make plans. This year, local art galleries from Grand Central District to the waterfront are catching the romantic spirit and providing a Valentine’s Day treat that is sure to please.

Participants in the monthly Second Saturday gallery walk can experience the beauty of the arts as well as tasty refreshments as they stroll through downtown St. Petersburg. These galleries will be putting on special events throughout the evening and demonstrating how deserved it is that St. Pete was named the #1 mid-size city for art by American Style Magazine.

In addition to the usual artistic promenade around downtown, the Warehouse Arts District has announced its first, free Trolley Tour for the February 9th Sweetheart Gallery Walk. The Trolley will take guests to eleven participating venues and will cover a two-mile loop along Central Avenue between 16th and 30th Streets to 5th and 8th Avenues South. At no cost, the Trolley offers riders free parking, a tour guide, and the chance to win free raffle gifts along the way!

So “grab your sweetheart for some sweets and art” and enjoy an evening of local talent and artistic romance.

Participating galleries in the Sweetheart Gallery Walk include:
– Craftsman House Gallery
– Nuance Galleries
– Grand Central Stained Glass
– Articles Gallery
– St. Pete Clay Company
– MGA Sculpture Studio
– C Glass Studio
– Soft Water Studio
– Duncan McClellan Glass Art Studio and Hot Shop
– Zen Glass
– Charlie Parker Pottery

For more information, visit stpetearts.org and look under “Events” or check out their Facebook page.

Trolley route:

Report contributed by Marissa DiPietro, freelance writer and cupcake aficionado. She enjoys taking her dog for walks in Vinoy Park and blasting Bing Crosby from her speakers. With a degree in Communications, she loves interacting with people and makes new acquaintances wherever she goes. Her favorite St. Pete spots include Craftsman House Gallery & Cafe, Haslam’s Book Store, and the Saturday Morning Market.

Like to see Marissa cover a topic? Email info@iLovetheBurg.com with the subject "Yo Marissa!" 

If you like this story, "Like" us on Facebook to stay updated.