VALENTINE’S DAY AND OTHER EVENTS

Aphrodisiacs of the Tropics Wander the conservatory of flowers and enjoy sensoryinspired experiences including live music, food and drink. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $25-$30. Conservatory of Flowers, 100 John F. Kennedy Dr., S.F. conservatoryofflowers. org/exhibits-events/aphrodisi acs-of-the-tropics

Botanical Valentine Tea An educational walk and tea party celebrating herbs and flowers and make hand-crafted valentines. 1-2:30 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $14-$24. UC Berkeley Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. events.berkeley.edu/ index.php/calendar/sn/ bot.html?event_ID=113175 &date=2018-02-10 Chocolate Desserts for Valentines Hands-on chocolate treat-making workshop. 9-11 a.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $55. Petit Fleurs, 41364 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont. www.petitfleurs.com

Great San Francisco Pillow

Fight Bring a pillow and take out your Valentine’s Day aggressions in a fun way. Only hit others with pillows please! 6 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. Justin Herman Plaza, Market St. and Steuart St., S.F. www.face book. com/pillowfightsf

Hearts + Crafts Unique handmade valentines cards, crafts and gifts; build-yourown-bouquet station; live music and dancing; refreshments and more. 5-11 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $3. Lottie Rose Artist House, 6117 San Pablo Ave., Oakland. www.firehouseart collective.com

Hornblower Valentine’s Cruises A variety of cruises on and the weekend preceding Valentine’s Day. See website for schedule and pricing. Pier 40, 89 King St., S.F. www.horn blower.com/port/ category/ sf+valentines

It Takes Two to Tango Valentine’s Day Happy Hour A happy hour event with dance lessons followed by live music by Alejandro Ziegler Tango Quartet with performance by Count and Mirabai as well as craft beer and wine, treats and more. 4-6 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $50. S.F. Botanical Garden, Golden Gate Park, 1199 Ninth Ave. , S.F. www.brownpaper tickets.com/event/3231677

Love Right A Valentine’s Dance party featuring Gordo Cabeza, Baysik, Jon Reyes, Sef Diggy, Mr. Grant, Sonny Pooto and more. 7 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $12. Verdi Club, 2424 Mariposa St., S.F. www.eventbrite.com/ e/love-right-a-valentines -dance-tickets-41966238148

Make-a-Valentine Snail Mail

Social Create a handmade Valentine using vintage typewriters, custom stationary and various decorations. 1-3:30 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. Free. Arch supplies, 10 Carolina St., S.F. www.archsupplies.com

1 Billion Rising: Journey to

Belonging A community performance ritual dedicated to ending violence against women and girls with with art, spirituality and activism. 7:09 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. Journey To Belonging, 970 Grace Ave., Oakland. www.onebillion rising.org/events/journey-tobelonging

Paws for Love Gala A benefit for pet shelter services featuring auction, wine, hors d’oeuvres, live music, raffle prizes and more. 6-10 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $45-$55. Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa. www.pawsforlove.info

Perfectly Queer Book readings by Anna Pulley, Meg Elison and Monica Nolan on the theme of Valentine’s Day romance. 7 p.m. Tues., Feb. 13. Dog Eared Books, 489 Castro St., S.F. www.dogearedbooks. com/perfectly-queer.html

Punchlines on Valentines Comedy Show #HellaFunny

presents a Valentine’s Day Comedy show. 7 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $15. Neck of the Woods, 406 Clement St., S.F. www.neckofthewoodssf.com Puppy Love A Valentine’s Day weekend dog gathering with wine tastings, chocolate and more. Noon-5 p.m. Sun., Feb. 11. The Winery SF, 30 Avenue G, Treasure Island, S.F. www. winery-sf.com Soulection Radio Live, Joe Kay A Valentine’s Day electronica dance party. 10 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $20-$30. 1015 Folsom, 1015 Folsom St., S.F. 1015.com Sweet Hearts of the Radio A benefit for KWMR West Marin Community Radio featuring live music by Laurie Lewis & Tom Rozum, Jeanie & Chuck Poling, and Kim & Ryan Hett. 8 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $20. Dance Palace, 503 B St., Point Reyes Station. www.kwmr.org Tuck & Patti Live jazz and dinner to celebration Valentine’s Day by the husband-and-wife jazz duo. 7:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $25-$72. Kuumbwa Jazz, 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz. www.kuumbwajazz.org Valentine’s Date Night Cooking Class A couples’ cooking class on making a romantic dinner with oysters, filet mignon, chocolate and more. Admission includes a glass of sparkling rosé. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $240. Cavallo Point Cooking School, 601 Murray Circle, Sausalito. www.cavallopoint.com Valentine’s Day at Peña Pachamama Two-course dinner, live music, flamenco show and dancing. 7 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $99.95. Peña Pachamama, 1630 Powell St., S.F. caroli nalugo.com Valentine’s Day Bridgewatch A volunteer opportunity with the goal of bringing hope to those feeling lonely, depressed and suicidal. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. Golden Gate Bridge, S.F. www.bridgewatchangels.org Valentine’s Day Celebration for Single Professionals A dance party for singles. 8 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $20. Hilton Garden Inn, 840 E El Camino Real, Mountain View. www.theparty hotline.com Valentine’s Day Craft Sesh A cannabis-friendly art party where participants work on unique projects, while consuming and learning about cannabis. 7-9 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $80. Maker’s Loft, 308 13th St., Oakland. www.eventbrite.com/e/valentinesday-craft-sesh-tickets-42223461510 Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise A dinner buffet on the bay with scenic views, DJ dancing, cash bar and more. 7 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10 and Wed., Feb. 14. $100. Pier 40, 89 King St., S.F. www.commodoreevents.com/event/ valentines-day-dinner-cruise Valentine’s Day Sock Hop A ’50s party with live music, dancing, retro cocktails and more. Advance registration recommended. 7-10 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. Free. Presidio Officers’ Club, 50 Moraga Ave., S.F. www.presidio. gov/events/valentines-day-sock-hop Valentine’s Day Wreath Decorating Workshop Decorating a heartshaped grapevine wreath with dried flowers and herbs and bring it home as a keepsake. Noon Sat., Feb. 10. $65. Maker Studio SF, 900 North Point St., S.F. www.eventbrite.com/e/ valentines-day-wreath-decorating -workshop-tickets-42184598269 Valentine’s Truffle Rolling & Decorating Class Join chocolatier Michael Recchiuti and Amanda Snouffer to learn the art of chocolate truffle rolling and decorating. 2-5 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $100. Recchiuti Confections, 2565 Third St., Suite 228, S.F. www. recchiuti.com/pages/recchiuti-events Victorian Valentine Extravaganza A Valentine-themed fundraiser with an emphasis on late 19th century historical approach to love, courtship, social etiquettes, entertainment, clothes, food, drink, and music. Victorian costumes encouraged. 8-11 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $35-$145. Haas-Lilienthal House, 2007 Franklin St., S.F. www.haas-lilienthalhouse.org

OTHER EVENTS

Best of the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival "Little Stones," 7 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 8. $10-$15. Osher Marin JCC, 200 N. San Pedro Rd., San Rafael. (415) 444-8080. www.marinjcc.org The Oakland Magic Circle Banquet and Show Reception with close-up magic, dinner and a magic show featuring Kayla Drescher and Alan Leeds. 6-9 p.m. Tues., Feb. 6. $20$30. Bjornson Hall, 2258 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland. www.brownpaper tickets.com/event/3223908 OFJCC Benefit Featuring Mentalist Lior Suchard The Oshman Family JCC’s annual benefit features a performance by mentalist Lior Surchard. 6-10 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $300. Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto. paloaltojcc.org

S.F. Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair Purchase fresh flowers, fruits, candies and brand new supplies for the home to begin the new lunar year while enjoying performances by traditional Chinese magicians, acrobats, folk dancers and opera as well as over 120 booths and concessions. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun., Feb. 11. Free. Flower Market Fiar, Grant Ave. between Clay and Broadway as well as Pacific, Jackson and Washington between Stocketon and Kearny, S.F., Flower Market Fiar, Grant Ave. between Clay and Broadway as well as Pacific, Jackson and Washington between Stockton and Kearny, S.F. www. chineseparade.com

S.F. Independent Film Festival Two weeks of screenings and events celebrating independent film. See website for schedule. Thurs., Through Feb 15. Various venues in S.F. sfindie.com/festivals/sf-indiefest

Sally Yates The former Attorney General in conversation with Jeffrey Toobin. 7:30 p.m. Tues., Feb. 6. Nourse Theatre, 275 Hayes St., S.F. (415) 392-4400. www.cityarts.net