Wine & Shine: Because nothing pairs better with wine than a little shopping.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but Valentine’s Day is less than a month away and you don’t want to get caught empty-handed.

That’s why Hearsay Wine Bar is partnering with other local businesses to host a special shopping event where you can find the perfect gift for your sweetheart.

(And ladies, if you plan to buy your own gift, this is definitely for you.)

Wine & Shine begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5.

You are invited to sip a little vino at Hearsay and shop for your Valentine with local businesses like Silver Wings Boutique, Wild and Lovely Designs, Hayden Real Estate, Pure Image, Scentsy, Casseroles To-Go/Rollin’ the Dough, Usborne Books, University Flowers and Goin’ Nuts.

And here is something else: Courtney Patton will perform live during the special event.

I hope you will join me for a festive night of shopping and drinking wine with friends.

I mean, seriously. It just doesn’t get any better.