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Who let the dogs out?

So you really screwed up by forgetting Valentine’s Day. You may be a day late, but if you’re not a dollar short, you could still redeem yourself with the Get Out of the Doghouse Package at Rockland Historic Inns. The package, which ranges in price from $298 to $598, includes a two-night stay at the LimeRock Inn, Berry Manor Inn or Captain Lindsey House; a photograph of the offender, scanned and superimposed on a doghouse and framed with an “I’m sorry” sign; a personal message printed on parchment and rolled into a bottle with an olive branch inside; a box of “on the rocks” chocolates; gourmet breakfast; $50 in “Midcoast Money” to spend on a romantic dinner; and other treats. For information, call (877) 462-4667 or visit www.HistoricInnsofRockland.com.

Winter wonderland

Come in out of the cold at the Winterfest Dinner Dance this Friday at the Muddy Rudder Restaurant in Brewer. The event begins at 6 p.m. with a social hour and music from The Meddiebempsters, an all-male a capella group from Bowdoin College. A buffet dinner featuring carved steamship round, baked stuffed haddock, chicken Marsala, a stir-fry station and flaming desserts will take the chill off. Then, diners can work off their meal to the sounds of DJ Barry Lord, who will play dance favorites from 9 p.m. to midnight. Tickets cost $50 per person, $90 per couple or $360 per table of eight, are available in advance at the restaurant. For information, call 989-5389.

2 stylish

CB2, Crate & Barrel’s hip little sister, has just printed its first catalog chock full of fabulous finds for the table and the rest of your home. Among the highlights are these micro-thin “Marta” glasses ($1.50-$2.50 each). For information or to order a paper catalog, visit www.cb2.com.

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