You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it.

Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier.

If you’re like me, Valentine’s Day comes with mixed feelings.  I don’t want my guy to feel slighted but at the same time, I don’t really want to pour money into a Hallmark holiday.  Plus, I know the emphasis on couples is hard for my single friends. Luckily, this Valentine’s Day we can all celebrate love  - a love of Dedham!

That’s right, Dedham is turning 375 this year, and a year-long celebration is kicking off Saturday night with a cocktail party at the Endicott Estate. There will be live music, dancing, hot and cold appetizers, and a cash bar.  Like any good escape, the party offers a signature cocktail.  Bartenders will be mixing up “Cupid’s Cosmos,” and for something truly unique, the organizers have planned a mashed potato bar. Bring your sweetheart or your friends and neighbors – just don’t bring your kids!

Specifics: 

Cocktails with Cupid, sponsored by the Katherine Endicott Foundation and the Dedham 375 Committee

Saturday, February 12, 7 p.m. – midnight

Endicott Estate

Tickets are $37.50 each and available at the Endicott Estate, Total Image Day Spa, Town Administrator’s office at Town Hall, Dedham Community Theatre or by calling 781-326-3367.

If you're looking for someone to watch over the kids while you get pampered for the afternoon, try one of these sites:

Local Babysitter Services

Sitter City
Phone A Babysitter 
Craigslist 
Care.com