{"id":127164,"date":"2024-02-07T22:04:16","date_gmt":"2024-02-08T03:04:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=127164"},"modified":"2024-02-07T22:04:16","modified_gmt":"2024-02-08T03:04:16","slug":"shoppers-and-diners-to-discover-a-match-made-in-easton-this-valentines-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=127164","title":{"rendered":"Shoppers and Diners to Discover \u201cA Match Made in Easton\u201d this Valentine\u2019s Month"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">EASTON, PA \u2013 Downtown Easton is set to become the region&#8217;s ultimate Valentine\u2019s date destination this February. The streets will be flowing with love as restaurants and charming local shops come together to create an enchanting experience for lovebirds during the special week.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">To spread the love even further, Downtown Easton introduces a Valentine\u2019s receipt swap initiative called \u201cA Match Made in Easton\u201d, running from Friday, February 9, to Sunday, February 18. Downtown businesses are pairing up to become official Easton &#8220;couples,&#8221; offering unique deals and promotions to customers who present receipts from their partner&#8217;s business.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Matches Made in Easton<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Green Vida Co. &amp; Casa 401<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Tolino Vineyards &amp; 3rd &amp; Ferry<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Yellow Balloon Consignment &amp; Quadrant Book Mart &amp; Coffee House<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Love Blossoms Flowers &amp; Gifts &amp; Bank Street Creamery<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Belleville Market &amp; ThreeBirds Coffee<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Sweet Girlz Bakery &amp; Easton Candle Company<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Diamond Fitness &amp; Creative Spirit<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Terra Cafe &amp; Isasuma<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Cellar Beast &amp; Tandoor Grill<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Homegrown CBD Lounge &amp; The Game Gallery<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Tandoor Grill &amp; Chocodiem<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Crayola Experience &amp; Book &amp; Puppet Co.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">More couples to be announced!<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For full list of matches: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopdowntowneaston.com\/match-made-in-easton\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.shopdowntowneaston.com\/match-made-in-easton\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1707445762566000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Kfu4F50J5FYGFJLaBBieZ\">https:\/\/www.<wbr \/>shopdowntowneaston.com\/match-<wbr \/>made-in-easton\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">These delightful collaborations reinforce the value of visiting a downtown area with a diversity of retail and entertainment options. Present a dinner receipt at the clothing store for a discount or special gift, and vice versa. Shoppers with pre-dinner receipts can enjoy a complimentary drink, dessert, or savings at the partnering restaurant.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">This initiative presents a novel opportunity for businesses to collaboratively unleash their creativity and express love for their customers, creating a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable Easton experience. How romantic!<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">All participating business pairings will be recognized\u00a0 as official couples on Easton Main Street Initiative&#8217;s social media accounts and <a href=\"http:\/\/shopdowntowneaston.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/shopdowntowneaston.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1707445762566000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2tZrCKl9jj0T-uFm7VnFm9\">shopdowntowneaston.com<\/a>, celebrating their commitment to making this Valentine\u2019s season extraordinary for everyone.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The retail promotion complements the launch of another initiative, a unique community art project called \u2018Love, Easton\u2019 that has been creating 28,127 hearts of all sizes and materials to fill windows and public spaces throughout Easton, running from January 9 to March 9. Any resident or business making and hanging their own hearts are able to register their location and number of hearts by visiting<a href=\"http:\/\/www.love-easton.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.love-easton.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1707445762566000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3r4Tnm5FD0co4r269HBTVH\"> www.love-easton.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">About EMSI and GEDP<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Easton Main Street Initiative is a program of Greater Easton Development Partnership, a registered 501(c)(3) organization. EMSI\u2019s mission is to promote, encourage and enhance the economic strength and vitality of Easton&#8217;s central business district through volunteer and community driven efforts. More: <a href=\"http:\/\/eastonmainstreet.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/eastonmainstreet.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1707445762566000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2uoEO9saduayHSOzwuwC89\">eastonmainstreet.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">GEDP is a volunteer-driven, nonprofit organization focused on Easton\u2019s economic well-being, historical integrity, programmatic development, vibrant culture and hospitality. GEDP comprises Easton Farmers\u2019 Market, Easton Main Street Initiative, Easton Public Market, PA Bacon Fest, the Easton Ambassadors and many other programs. More: <a href=\"http:\/\/eastonpartnership.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/eastonpartnership.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1707445762566000&amp;usg=AOvVaw101SqdYJHKbzBaYS2lvknc\">eastonpartnership.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Information provided to TVL by:<br \/>\nJessica Ferrara<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>EASTON, PA \u2013 Downtown Easton is set to become the region&#8217;s ultimate Valentine\u2019s date destination this February. 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