Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Valentine’s Day is shaping up to look a little different in 2021. Whether you decide to spend the day with a significant other, a few friends or your family, here are a few local ideas around Pittsboro to stir up love in a safe and socially-distanced way.
The HOP
21 West Chatham Street
Pittsboro, NC 27312
Looking for a healthier option for your Valentine’s Day treat? Look no further than “The Healthy Option Place,” better known as The HOP. The HOP offers energy drinks and nutritious meal-replacement smoothies that the health-minded consumer will fall in love with. Their “Month of Love” menu will feature a different combo every day until Feb. 14, with love-themed drinks like ‘Cupid’s Arrow’ and ‘Chocolate-Covered Strawberries’ being offered. However, The HOP will not be open on Valentine’s Day, so be sure to stop by and pick up your drink of choice between 7 A.M. and 6 P.M. on weekdays or between 10 A.M. and 2 P.M. on Saturday. For more information, check out their Instagram @the_hop_pittsboro or Facebook @THEPITTSBOROHOP or call (919)-440-3498.
Circle City Books & Music
121 Hillsboro Street
Pittsboro, NC 27312
If you or your loved ones are avid readers or music lovers, Circle City Books & Music could be just the Valentine’s Day destination you need. Circle City offers a unique variety of used books and music, some rare or unusual, so you never know what you might find. Nothing spells out love quite like a romance novel, and there’s no better way to share your love with the community than shopping local. But you don’t just have to look for romance novels. Bring a friend or that special someone and have fun picking out all types of books and music for each other. Circle City Books & Music is currently open by appointment only on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays so make sure to call ahead at (919)-548-5954 to schedule a visit.
Rock Ridge Park
1397 Old Sanford Road
Moncure, NC 27559
Venture into the great outdoors and enjoy a day at Rock Ridge Park. The park features a half-mile walking trail, picnic shelter, wooden playground and the ever-popular 18-hole disc golf course, making this the perfect place for the active couple. You could take a walk through the park together, bring a romantic dish and have a picnic or challenge each other to a little disc golf competition. Whatever you choose to do at Rock Ridge Park, the spacious outdoor area makes this destination the ideal COVID-19-friendly hangout.
Phoenix Bakery
664 West Street
Pittsboro NC 27312
Grab a sweet treat with your sweetheart at Phoenix Bakery where you can find everything from pastries to sandwiches to cakes all handmade from scratch daily. Stop in for a quick snack and coffee or place an order as a gift for a special someone this Valentine’s Day. Don’t feel comfortable coming inside? No worries! As well as their counter service, Phoenix Bakery offers both curbside pick-up and delivery to ensure your order stays contact free. For more information check out their website, email them at thephoenixbakery@yahoo.com or call their number at 919-542-4452.
Whatever plans you decide to make this year, whether that be to visit the places on this list or stay home and watch movies, make sure you mask up and stay socially-distanced this Valentine’s Day. After all, the best way to express our love for others is to do our part in keeping them safe.
Photographs by Lily Kate Witcher.
