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Valentine's Day events and more throughout the area.
Be My Valentine Concert with Diva Montell
When/Where: Sunday, Feb. 12, 2 p.m. at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave, Morton Grove
Why Go: Romantic music from operas, Broadway, big bands, and jazz will be performed by Diva Montell, winner of the 2011 Da Vinci Award.
Pricing: Free
Make Recycled Paper for Hand-made Valentines
When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m. at Morton Grove Historical Museum, 6148 Dempster St, Morton Grove
Why Go: Plan to get a little messy as we blend paper and water to make “slurry” that we will strain to make recycled paper for you to take home. Use your recycled paper to make hand-made valentines, stationary, or a paper project of your choice.
Pricing: Free
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2
When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m. at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave, Morton Grove
Why Go: The final film in the series begins as Harry, Ron and Hermione continue their quest of finding and destroying the Dark Lord's three remaining Horcruxes, the magical items responsible for Voldemort's immortality.
Pricing: Free
When/Where: St. John Brebeuf Parish, 8301 N. Harlem Ave., Niles, Sunday Feb. 12, 3 p.m.
Why Go: The final game will have a $250 jackpot. Food is available at a nominal cost.
Pricing: $2 admission, $15 gets you 15 games.
Princess Ball
When/Where: Friday, Feb. 10 from 7 to 9 p.m., Howard Leisure Center, 6676 W. Howard St., Niles.
Why Go: Girls ages 3 to 12, bring that special man in your life--dad, grandpa, uncle or family friend--to an evening of dancing to D.J. music, games, prizes, refreshments and fun. Tiaras optional.
Pricing: Residents $30 per couple, non-residents $40 per couple, additional daughters $10 each.
Pancake Breakfast
When/Where: Sunday, Feb. 12 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m., Our Lady of Ransom Parish, 8300 N. Greenwood, Niles.
Why Go: They’re selling like hotcakes. Plus, it’s sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 107.
Pricing: $6 adults, $5 children and seniors.
ETHS showcases love in “Twelfth Night”
When/Where: Friday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m. at 1600 Dodge Ave, Evanston
Why Go: Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Evanston Township High School will present “Twelfth Night,” Shakespeare’s comedy about the madness of love.
Pricing: $7 for adults, $5 for students
Thodos Dance Chicago & Luna Negra Dance Theater
When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m. at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd
Why Go: Luna Negra celebrates the richness and diversity of Latino culture through the creation of works by contemporary Latino choreographers while steering away from stereotypes and folkloric representations.
Pricing: $36-46
Decorate Valentine Treats
When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m. at Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St, Niles
Why Go: Homemade Valentines are the best! Teens can decorate cupcakes, pretzels and cookie pops for Valentine take home treats. Register by calling 847-663-1234 or online at nileslibrary.org/calendar.
Pricing: Free
Couples Massage Class at the Y
When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 11, 1 p.m. at 2705 Techny Rd, Northbrook
Why Go: For a special Valentine treat, learn the techniques of great massage in a special Couples Massage Class at the YMCA. Licensed therapists from Therapeutic Kneads will teach you and your partner how to make massage a relaxing, safe and enjoyable experience for you both.
Pricing: $60/couple
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Film: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 (2011, PG-13, 146 min.)
February 11, 2012 at 2:00 pm–4:15 pmMorton Grove Public Library (Location: Baxter Room - Auditorium (main floor)) -
Morton Grove Public Library
6140 Lincoln Ave, Morton Grove, IL -
Be My Valentine Concert with Diva Montell
February 12, 2012 at 2:00 pm–3:00 pmMorton Grove Public Library (Location: Baxter Room - Auditorium (main floor)) -
Make Recycled Paper for Hand-made Valentines
February 11, 2012 at 2:00 pm–3:00 pm -
Morton Grove Historical Museum
6148 Dempster St, Morton Grove, IL -
ETHS showcases love in “Twelfth Night”
February 9, 2012 / February 10, 2012 / February 11, 2012 at 7:30 pm–10:00 pm1600 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL (Evanston Township High School)
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Thodos Dance Chicago & Luna Negra Dance Theater
February 11, 2012 at 8:00 pm -
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie
9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL -
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Niles Public Library
6960 W Oakton St, Niles, IL -
