VALENTINE’S DAY

For Kids and Families

Family Day: I Love Me. Art, storytelling can add up to a creative self-care celebration. 1-4 p.m. Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St., akronartmuseum.org

2/8

Canvas “Love” Dot Painting. Grades 3-6 enjoy an afternoon of creative fun. 3:304:30 p.m. Mogadore Branch Library, 144 S. Cleveland Ave., akronlibrary.org

2/9

Adapted Valentine’s Karaoke. Individuals with disabilities sing their favorite karaoke songs and make Valentine’s Day cards for nursing homes. 6-8 p.m. Jordan Creek Park, 7250 Alexander Road, Concord Twp., lakemetroparks.com

2/9-10

Valentine’s Day Drop-In Craft. Drop in to make a Valentine’s Day craft. 4-5 p.m. Garrettsville Branch Library, 10482 South St., portagelibrary.org

2/11

Owl Be Your Valentine. Visit animals, listen to keeper talks, and more. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron, 330-3752550, akronzoo.org

2/12

Sweet-Heart Public Skate. Wear something red and receive free skate rental. 1:30-3 p.m. Mentor Civic Ice Arena, 8600 Munson Road, cityofmentor.com

Valentine Pee Wee Promenade. Dance, play and craft your heart away. 1-2 p.m. Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., mentorpl.org

2/13

Teens Make Your Own Chocolate. Melt and mold your own chocolates. 3-4 p.m. Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina, mcdl.info

2/14

Once Upon A Valentine. Loving story, cute craft and sweet treat. 1- 4 p.m. Vermillion River Reservation, 51211 N. Ridge Road, loraincountymetroparks. com

Hearts & Stars. Under the stars, discuss varied love stories mapped in the night sky. 4, 5 or 6 p.m. West Creek Reservation, 2277 W. Ridgewood Drive, Parma, clevelandmetroparks.com

2/17

Little Scientists: Hearts and Parts. Become a scientist at the STEAM-based program for kids 2-5 and their caregiver. 11 a.m. Twinsburg Public Library, 10050 Ravenna Road, twinsburglibrary.org

Parent’s Night Out

2/10

Galentine’s Day Wine Pairing. Leave your husbands and boyfriends at home and come kick it at Gervasi Vineyard. Ladies celebrating ladies. 1700 55th St. NE, Canton, gervasivineyard.com

2/10-19

Valentine’s Virtual Shooting Competition. Engage in healthy competition, learn new skills together, and have fun. Engage Virtual Range, 32864 Pin Oak Pkwy., Avon Lake, engagevirtualrange.com

2/11

Chocolate Crawl Willoughby. Go sample various chocolate infused foods. 1-5 p.m. tastecle.com

Couples Splatter Together. Create a splatter painting together, have a drink, and get creative. 7-9 p.m. Akron ArkWorks, 1684 Merriman Road, Akron, akronartworks.com

Wine, Cheese and Chocolate, Darling! Unique tasting event that will showcase 55 different wines. 7 p.m. Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron, akroncivic.com

2/14

“I Do” Weddings. Casual wedding ceremonies for couples who want to get married or to renew their vows. 2-7 p.m. Market Square at Crocker Park, 239 Market St., Westlake, crockerpark.com

Date Night. Meet resident owls while learning what species we can see and hear in Ohio. 6-8 p.m. Fry Family Park, 2533 Farber St. SE, Magnolia, starkparks.com

2/18

Cupid’s Crush Craft & Vendor Show. Featuring handcrafted items, home decor and more. Rocky River Civic Center, 21016 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River, hometownvendors.org