There are a few important things my kids have come to look forward to over the years. Two that rank high on their list are the Father/Daughter Valentine's Day Dance and the Mother/Son Dance. A chance to get all dolled up, and have a special night with Mom or Dad has been an important right of passage in our house. Sadly, because of the Covid-19 pandemic, last year was the first year in a very long time that Bangor Parks and Rec was not able to offer those special events. While dances this year are still a logistical headache, due to gathering restrictions, the folks at the Bangor Parks and Rec wanted to make sure that there was something for families. So they got creative and put together a special event this year, in lieu of a dance, so that moms and dads could spend some quality time together, with their kids, outside of the house. The alternative to the dances: a fancy dress dinner instead!