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Valentine's Day events and more throughout the area.

When/Where: Sunday, Feb. 12, 2 p.m. at , 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

When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m. at , 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

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When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m. at , 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

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Valentine Bingo

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.

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

When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m. at , 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

When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m. at , 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

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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