February 21, Tuesday

THE UN-VALENTINE'S DAY CELEBRATION
JMRL - Central.
You made it through another round of Valentine's Day at your school, so show some collective relief by getting together, decorating cookies, yourselves and paper tablecloths. Throw in a board game or two and you've got the Un-Valentine's Day celebration! Central Library.  1:30-3:30pm.  $Free.  Recommended for ages 11 to 18.  Email: central@jmrl.org. For details, please click this link.  For more info call: 979-7151. 

February 5, Sunday

HEARTS AND CRAFTS
Over the Moon Bookstore and Artisan Gallery.
Stop by Over the Moon Bookstore to create something lovely out of red and pink papers, doilies, paint and sponges, crayons, wax paper and an iron! If you'd like to make a heart stencil tee shirt, please bring a clean, solid-white tee with you. Please register by Saturday, February 4. Over the Moon Bookstore and Artisan Gallery.  2-3pm.  Email: anne@overthemoonbookstore.com . For details, please click this link.  For more info call: 823-1144. 

February 10, Friday

FATHER-DAUGHTER VALENTINE'S DANCE
Charlottesville Parks and Recreation.
Dads (uncles & Grandpas too!), take your little valentine out for a fun night of dancing! Register early - this program fills quickly. Key Recreation Center.  6:30-8:30pm.  $10 per couple.  Recommended for ages 5 to 12.  Reservations are required.  For details, please click this link.  For more info call: 970-3260. 

February 11, Saturday

VALENTINE SWING DANCE
Crozet Volunteer Fire Department, Western Albemarle Rescue Squad.
Dance the night away to live music by Salute to Swing after taking a free swing dance lesson from 7-8pm. Light refreshments will be provided, and there will be a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds benefit the Crozet Volunteer Fire Department and the Western Albemarle Rescue Squad. The Field School.  8-11pm.  $Suggested donation of $25 per person or $40 per couble.  All ages welcome.  For more info call: 996-6159. 

February 11-12, Saturday-Sunday

THE LOVE TOUR AT MAYMONT MANSION
Maymont Mansion.
When Queen Victoria married her handsome Prince Charming in 1840, they set the romantic tone for the 19th century. Elegantly costumed ladies and gentlemen relate details of this royal love story and the courting customs of the era. Maymont Mansion.  12-5pm; tours available every half-hour, last tour 4:30pm.  $5 per person/$3 members.  Reservations are required.  For details, please click this link.  For more info call: 804-358-7166, ext. 329. 

February 12, Sunday

VALENTINE CELEBRATION WITH THE MONROES
Ash Lawn-Highland.
Enjoy a tea to celebrate the Monroes 226th wedding anniversary! A proper afternoon tea will be served with emphasis on Monroe period etiquette. Guests will also learn the language of the fan, create a greeting card using the century-old art of paper quilling and play nineteenth century games. A house tour will also be included. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended for ages 8 and over. Ash Lawn-Highland.  2-4pm.  $20, $10 for ages 8-11.  Contact: Baylor Reinhart.  Email: baylor@ashlawnhighland.org. Reservations are required.  For details, please click this link.  For more info call: 293-8000. 

February 13, Monday

MONDAY AFTERNOON ADVENTURES: VALENTINE CARDS
JMRL - Scottsville Library.
Make an easy pop-up card that will delight your sweetheart. Scottsville Library.  4-4:45pm.  $Free.  Recommended for ages 5 to 10.  Email: scottsville@jmrl.org. For details, please click this link.  For more info call: 286-3541. 

February 14, Tuesday

BOOK CRUSH PARTY
JMRL - Crozet Library.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with your favorite literary characters! Play a book speed dating game and book character bingo, and make a special Valentine's Day craft. Don't forget to bring your favorite book with you! Grades 6-12. Crozet Library.  6:30-7:30pm.  $Free.  Email: crozet@jmrl.org. Reservations are required.  For details, please click this link.  For more info call: 823-4050. 

February 14, Tuesday

VALENTINE'S MAKE IT, TAKE IT!
JMRL - Central.
Whet your appetite for Valentine's Day and make a sweet little something that will get you in the mood for our sweetest holiday! JMRL - Central.  4-5pm.  $Free.  All ages welcome.  Email: central@jmrl.org. For details, please click this link.  For more info call: 979-7151 ext. 3. 

February 1-28

THE GARDEN IS FOR LOVERS
Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens.
Special Valentine's display steams up the Conservatory featuring tulips, daffodils and hyacinths in full bloom, while the tropical wing showcases exotic, fragrant orchids. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens.  Directions: 1800 Lakeside Ave., Richmond.  9am-5pm.  $Free with admission.  All ages welcome.  For details, please click this link.  For more info call: 804-262-9887.