There are many low-cost options to celebrate Valentine’s Day with family, friends and partners in the Upper Valley. Email additions and updates to calendar@vnews.com.
Valentine’s Day party in South Pomfret
3-4:30 p.m. (Bad weather date is Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 3-5 p.m.)
Abbott Memorial Library, 15 Library St.
Treats, crafts and other activities centered on sharing and friendship. For all ages. Free. 802-457-2236.
Valentine’s Day dance for fathers and daughters in Wilder
6-8 p.m.
Dothan Brook School, 2300 Christian St.
Hartford Parks & Recreation hosts this dance for fathers (or grandfathers or uncles) and daughters. Includes refreshments, a flower for your special girl and unlimited photos. $18; $10 for each additional child. Call 802-295-5036 or visit hartfordrec.com to register.
Valentine’s Day crafts in Plainfield
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Philip Read Memorial Library, 1088 Route 12A.
Drop in to make Valentine’s Day crafts and cards. Materials provided. Free. 603-675-6866.
Valentine’s Day craft workshop
in Cornish
10 a.m.-noon.
Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site, 139 Saint-Gaudens Road.
Create Valentine’s Day cards, crafts and gifts. Materials, light refreshments and inspiration included. Families welcome. Free. Pre-registration is recommended. To register or learn more, call 802- 457-3368 or email emma_beck@partner.nps.gov.
Kids: Valentine making in Quechee
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Upper Valley Waldorf School, main school building, 80 Bluff Road.
Create Valentines to decorate your home or give to special people. For families and children of all ages. $3-$5. 802-296-2496.
Dried flower Valentine’s Day card workshop in East Thetford
10 a.m.-noon
Cedar Circle Farm, 225 Pavillion Road.
Use dried flowers from Cedar Circle Farm to create 3-D cards, complete with window box envelopes. For the whole family. $35. To register visit cedarcirclefarm.org. 802-785-4737.
Chocolate tasting and art show & sale
in Springfield, Vt.
Noon-4 p.m.
VAULT Vermont State Craft Center, 68 Main St.
Sample fine chocolates and confections while viewing creations by Vermont artists. Also features a raffle, a student art show and information about upcoming workshops and exhibits. Donations benefit VAULT community arts programs. For more information, call 802-885-7111 or visit galleryvault.org.
Valentine’s Day chicken cordon bleu dinner in White River Junction
4:30-6 p.m.
St. Anthony’s Church, 15 Church St.
Chicken cordon bleu with sherry cream sauce, mashed potatoes, green beans Normandy, tossed salad and homemade pies and desserts. Call in advance for takeout. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Admission: $12 adults, $6 for children under 12. dominickmontuori@comcast.net or 802-356-3527.
Ties and Tiaras dance in Claremont
5-8 p.m.
National Institute of Modern Martial Arts, 140 North St.
A father-daughter/mother-son dance with music, food and photographs. Formal dress requested. $20 per family. Call 603-287-1508 or visit @nimmadojo on Facebook to register.
Family dance and date night in Canaan
6-8 p.m.
Mascoma Valley Regional High School cafeteria, 27 Royal Road.
Dress up, or come as you are. Family dance includes a dessert and snack bar and craft projects to do together and keep as souvenirs. For daughters, sons, nephews, nieces and grandchildren ages 3 and up, with an accompanying adult. Free. Both adults and children must register in advance. Find Mascoma Valley Parks and Recreation on Facebook or email mvalleyrec@gmail.com with the number of adults and children in your party.
Chocolate auction in Hartland
11 a.m.-noon.
First Universalist Society of Hartland, 8 Brownsville Road.
Bid on homemade chocolate desserts, as well as creations by Skunk Hollow Tavern, Uptown Bakery, The Barn Cafe, the Upper Valley Coop and other area restaurants, bakeries and stores. Viewing begins at 11 a.m., followed by a live auction at 11:15 a.m. There will also be specific items for children to bid on and a raffle for a $100 gift certificate to Skunk Hollow Tavern. Proceeds benefit the Unitarian Universalist Society of Hartland. 603-863-0066.
Kids: Valentine’s Day stories and art in Etna
10-11 a.m. (also Friday, Feb. 14 from 10-11 a.m. and Saturday, Feb. 15 from 1-2 p.m.)
Etna Library, 130 Etna Road.
Valentine’s Day stories, songs and a craft for young children. Free. 603-643-3116.
Kids: Valentine workshop in Etna
2:30-4:30 p.m.
Etna Library, 130 Etna Road.
Valentine’s Day card making for all ages. Free. 603-643-3116.
Chocolate Indulgence potluck
in Post Mills
7 p.m.
Peabody Library, 7922 Route 113.
Join Peabody Library’s annual Valentine’s Day celebration. Bring a chocolate dish to share. Copies of recipes are encouraged. Free. 802-333-9724.
Valentine’s Day celebration in Lebanon
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Upper Valley Senior Center, 10 Campbell St.
Games, prizes, a performance by drumming duet Janet Hewes and Tim Cohen, and a lunch menu of stuffed shells, vegetables, salad and garlic bread. $5 donation for the meal; $3 for seniors 60 and over. 603-448-4213.
Kids: Marshmallow pop Valentine’s workshop in Hartland
3-4:30 p.m.
Hartland Public Library, 153 Route 5
Decorate a marshmallow pop Valentine. For ages 10 and older. Pre-registration required. Free. 802-436-2473.
Valentine’s Day dance in Hanover
6-8 p.m.
Richard W. Black Community Center, 48 Lebanon St.
Music, food, a bake sale, a photo booth and flowers. All proceeds benefit Make-a-Wish New Hampshire. $15. 603-643-5315.
Valentine’s Day tea party in Thetford
11 a.m.
Latham Memorial Library, 16 Library Road.
Bring a loved one for stories and refreshments. All ages welcome. Free. 802-785-4361.
Valentine’s Day roots/bluegrass concert in Sharon
7:30 p.m.
Seven Stars Arts Center, 5126 Route 14.
Performances by Jim Rooney and Bob Amos with Catamount Crossing. Admission is $15 if purchased online, $20 at the door. Visit mtnfolk.org for advance tickets. 802-763-2334.
