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Not everyone has a date for this Valentine’s weekend, but whether single or partnered, you’ll be able to enjoy yourself at one of the many events around town.
Krohn Conservatory Botany and Brews
Explore the Krohn’s spring show, “Emerge,” while enjoying drinks from Esoteric Brewing. Conservatory horticulturalists will show you around the exhibit’s greenery and introduce you to the animals of “Emerge,” Beatrix the hare and Roberta the tortoise. Meanwhile, brew masters from Esoteric will talk you though their craft. Tickets are $15 and include one drink ticket. This event is for ages 21 and older. Fri, Feb 14, 6-8 p.m., Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Dr., Eden Park
Stand-up comedians Hillary Boston and June Dempsey will be leading prospective romantics on a comedic Valentine’s Day journey involving piñatas, crafts, balloon animals, and other activities to break you out of your shell. This event is queer-friendly and exclusively for ages 21-45. Tickets are $22.17. Friday, Feb 14, 7-9 p.m., Commonwealth Sanctuary, 522 Fifth Ave., Dayton, KY
Northside Yacht Club CornDogs 4 HornDogs
At the fourth annual CornDogs for HornDogs Valentine’s Day event, the yearly celebration of battered sausage will combine with the beloved Claw Night. Every drink purchased comes with a claw machine token you can use once an hour to try and retrieve prizes. At CD4HD, Disco Tits Vintage will provide special giveaways including gift cards, bags with toys, and the grand prize—a vintage Garfield phone. Typical Claw Night prizes like NSYC gift cards, shirts, and hats will also be up for grabs. Fri, Feb 14, 9 p.m., Northside Yacht Club, 4231 Spring Grove Ave., Northside
Red Dog Pet Resort is hosting the fifth annual Doggie Bake Sale at MadTree’s Beer Garden. Plenty of puppy treats from places like Three Dog Bakery, The Pawstry Chef, and PetCakes will be sold with all proceeds going to Proud Pups Rescue. For the humans, there’ll be a festive photo booth, pet vendors, and adoptable dogs from Proud Pups. Sat, Feb 15, 1-4 p.m., MadTree Brewing, 3301 Madison Rd., Oakley
Houseplant Matchmaker at Lloyd Library
Brandie Atkins, owner of Plant Therapy by Brandie, is going to help you find your perfect houseplant. All workshop attendees will get matched with a six-inch plant to take home in a pot of their choice while learning professional tips and tricks to keep it blooming and thriving. Registration is $40 for Lloyd Library members and $50 for non-members. Sat, Feb 15, 1-3 p.m., Lloyd Library & Museum, 917 Plum St., downtown
It’s an emo celebration of Valentine’s Day at Rhinegeist with hours of angsty music played by The Taste of Emo and DJ David. Tickets are $25 and include one beer, wine, or cocktail. Food will be available for purchase form Empanada’s Box and Link x Lou will have a special permanent jewelry pop-up. One dollar of every pint sold will go to suicide prevention organization 1N5. Sat, Feb 15, 7-10 p.m., Rhinegeist, 1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine
Findlay Market Sweet & Savory Stroll
One of Findlay Market’s most iconic tasting events is back with live music, crafts, a raffle, and more. 40 market vendors will be participating in the stroll offering samples like raspberry hot chocolate from Maverick Chocolate, French onion grilled cheese from Harmony Plant Fare, caramel sea salt fudge from Gibbs Cheese, and beef bourguignon from Eckerlin Meats. Sample tickets are eight for $20 or 18 for $40. Sun, Feb 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Findlay Market, 1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine
Galentine’s Celebration at the Cincinnati Observatory
Grab your friends for an afternoon of pampering, drinks, and outer space. Registration is $60 (or $50 for Observatory members) and includes brunch, a mimosa bar, mocktails, a coffee bar, mini-manicures, tours, solar viewings, a goody bag, and more. This event is for ages 21 and older. Sun, Feb 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Cincinnati Observatory, 3489 Observatory Pl., Hyde Park
Pin + Sip Butterfly Pinning Class
The crafty and the macabre will want to come out to Urban Artifact for this insect pinning class led by Victoria Lewandowski of Eve’s Hallow. She’ll guide you through the process of mounting butterflies and by the end, you’ll have beautiful piece to take home. Tickets are $60 individually, $110 for two, and include all pinning supplies and two glasses of Fruitblood wine or cider. All butterflies are ethically sourced. Sun, Feb 16, 4-6 p.m., Urban Artifact, 1660 Blue Rock St., Northside
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