Workshops, Classes, and Shopping
“Two Canvases, One Love” Paint Night
Celebrate Valentine’s Day early with a complimentary glass of wine while painting at Tessora Wine Bar in Campbell.
Feb. 4, 6–8 p.m., Tessora Wine Bar, 234 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell. $50.
Mixed Media Valentines Workshop
Local artist Kristina Eng will lead a handmade Valentine’s workshop using watercolors, collage materials, heart stickers, and hand lettering at the Los Altos Library.
Feb. 5, 6:30–8 p.m., Los Altos Library, Orchard Room.
Breadmaking Class
Bring your Valentine or Galentine to a 90-minute breadmaking workshop at Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company. Choose from flavors like dark chocolate, rose, honey, cheddar jalapeño bacon, or rosemary sea salt.
Feb. 6, 6:30–8 p.m., San Carlos. $60 per person, $100 per couple.
Valentine’s Floral Design Workshop
Create your own seasonal floral arrangement with Gamble Garden instructor Katherine Glazier.
Feb. 7, 9:30–11:30 a.m., Gamble Garden, Palo Alto.
Valentine’s Crafts at San Mateo County Libraries
Libraries across San Mateo County are hosting Valentine’s-themed activities for children, including card-making, crocheting hearts, and crafting love bug creatures.
Various dates Feb. 10–14 across Pacifica, Woodside, Burlingame, and Brisbane.
Little Green Valentine’s and Galentine’s Workshops
Little Green in Redwood City is hosting multiple Valentine’s-themed craft classes, including paper flowers, charm-making, and succulent heart arrangements, plus a Full Hearts Market with local vendors and live music.
Feb. 5–12, Redwood City. $45–$75.
Matcha Workshop
Learn traditional Japanese matcha preparation at Jiaren Cafe in Santa Clara.
Multiple dates. $92.55.
Modern Calligraphy Class
Learn modern calligraphy and take home a beginner kit at Loma Brewing Company in Los Gatos.
Feb. 11, 6:30–8 p.m. $75.
Starry Night Paint Night
Paint a Valentine’s-themed version of Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” at Bottle & Bottega in Belmont (21+ only).
Feb. 13, 7–9 p.m. $47.
Herbal Tea Class
Enjoy herbal teas and baked goods at Gamble Garden, featuring herbs grown on-site.
Feb. 13, 1–3 p.m.
Mixology Class
Create four festive cocktails while enjoying wood-fired pizza at City of Cocktail in Palo Alto.
Feb. 14, 7–9:30 p.m. $145.
Paint and Sip Night at Pinstripes
Paint “Kissing in the Rain” while enjoying food and drinks at Pinstripes in San Mateo.
Feb. 14, 7–9 p.m. $45.
A Novel Affair Valentine’s Events
Los Altos’ pop-up romance novel shop is hosting a Friends-to-Lovers Bookish Faire, author events, and Valentine’s merchandise promotions.
Feb. 7–15.
Perfume Workshop
Create and name your own custom perfume and candle at The Local Spot in Belmont.
Feb. 15, 1–3 p.m. $98.
Food and Drink Events
Valentine’s Choco-“Super” Stroll
Taste chocolates from local purveyors, enjoy wine pairings, and join chocolate-and-football trivia in Los Altos.
Feb. 7, 2–5 p.m. $36.94.
San Carlos Wine Walk
Taste regional wines and small bites at Laurel Street businesses, with proceeds benefiting local parks and recreation.
Feb. 13, 4–8 p.m. $45–$55.
Brews & Bingo
Enjoy drinks, prizes, and anti-love anthems at the Colma Community Center (21+).
Feb. 13, 6–9 p.m.
Wine Tasting at Mount Eden Vineyards
Celebrate with sparkling wine, rosé, and estate wines, followed by a stroll through downtown Saratoga to read local “Love Notes.”
Feb. 13, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. $65.
Herbal Love for Oneself Event
Make herbal gifts such as elderberry “love potion,” tea blends, and sage bundles.
Feb. 14, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. $40–$50.
Grapes & Giggles Comedy Night
Enjoy comedy and wine at Domenico Winery in San Carlos.
Feb. 14, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Bloody Valentine Murder Mystery Dinner
Participate in an interactive three-course murder mystery dinner at the Ameswell Hotel in Mountain View.
Feb. 14, 6–9 p.m. Starting at $108.
Performances and Exhibits
“Algorithms of Love” Talk
Match.com founder Gary Kremen discusses how technology and AI have transformed dating and relationships.
Feb. 4, Computer History Museum.
“What Is Love?” Art Exhibit
A multi-day art exhibit featuring two- and three-dimensional works at the South San Francisco Library.
Feb. 6–27.
Kepler’s Books Events
Author talk with Alison van Diggelen on Feb. 10 and a romance-themed literary trivia night on Feb. 12.
“Love Is Love” Performance
Dance, music, and cultural storytelling at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts.
Feb. 13–14.
The Wailin’ Jennys Concert
Watch the folk-roots band perform at the Fox Theatre in Redwood City.
Feb. 14.
Fitness Events and Dances
Campbell Valentine Fun Run/Walk
Annual 5K and 10K run with discounts for young participants and groups.
Feb. 7.
Couples Dance Class
Rumba and salsa lessons at Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Millbrae.
Feb. 13.
Hearts & Harmony Valentine’s Dance
Inclusive community dance with refreshments, crafts, and a photo booth in Palo Alto.
Feb. 13.
Valentine’s Nature Hike and Habitat Restoration
Join a guided hike at Purisima Creek or volunteer for habitat restoration at Windy Hill Preserve.
Feb. 14.
Valentine Ball
Enjoy live Persian entertainment at Alhambra Irish House in Redwood City.
Feb. 14.
Galentine’s Day Events
Galentine’s at Alhambra Irish House
Dancing, DJs, and speed dating in Redwood City.
Feb. 13.
Galentine’s at Valley Goat
Enjoy seasonal sharable bites and specials in Sunnyvale.
Feb. 13.
Galentine’s at Laurel Street Arts
Create fused glass, pottery, or mosaics with friends in San Carlos.
Feb. 13.
Taplands Galentine’s Day Celebration
Enjoy beers crafted by women at Taplands in Santa Clara.
Feb. 13.
Galentine’s Bento Cake Night
Decorate heart-shaped bento cakes at Thistle & Tonic in Pacifica.
Feb. 13.
Pal-entine’s Day Sip & Stitch
Create a hand-embroidered notebook while enjoying complimentary drinks in Redwood City.
Feb. 13.
Singles Events
Valentine’s Flow — Yoga for Singles
A yoga class followed by a photo shoot, ice-breakers, and socializing in Sunnyvale.
Feb. 14.
Christian Singles Dance and Games Night
Games, dancing, and food in Redwood City.
Feb. 14.
Single Professionals Celebration
Mixer games followed by dancing at AC by Marriott Hotel in Sunnyvale.
Feb. 14.
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