An Anti-Valentine's Day Weekend!

Are you sick of saying "Ugh. …Valentine’s Day."? Good because New York offers many options for you on the dreadful day. So turn off that Lifetime movie or rerun of “Law and Order," get off your couch, and check out these events around town.

For Those Who Love to Dance

What: Want to get your groove on? Then come on down to Joe's Pub because the band Minq Vaadka is holding an “Anti-Valentine’s Masquerade” CD-release party with The Disgruntled Lovers.

When: Feb. 11 at 11:30 p.m.

Where: Joe’s Pub in 425 Lafayette St, For more information call (212) 539-8778.

What: Check out The Sunburnt Cow's annual “No Love at the Cow” singles party! With just $20 you can enjoy all-you-can-drink beer, drinks and wine for two hours and if you happen to meet that special someone, you can also enjoy special Love Potion shots from the Cow’s ice luge. 

When:At 8 p.m., Feb. 14.

Where: The Sunburnt Cow, 137 Avenue C. (212) 529-0005.

What: The Culture Club is back and ready to help singles find love and have a good time! Come meet, mingle and flirt with over 500 local single professionals at their Valentine's Singles Party. 
When: February 14 at 10:00PM
Where: 20 W 39th St, New York, NY 

For Game Lovers 

What: The games at The Village Pourhouse are back and with the same rules: No couples allowed! There are a ton of options (games) for you to choose from. Perhaps, join the Dart to Heart Party at seven and bring a picture of your ex, pin it on the dartboard, hit a bull’s-eye and you've got yourself a free hour of open bar. Or, go for the eyes and receive a free Bud Light just for taking part in the game. Activity times vary on what you are looking for so call (212) 979-2337 to find what's right for you!

When:Feb. 13

Where:at The Village Pourhouse 64th Third Ave. at 11th St.

For Book Lovers

What: Looking for something a bit quieter? Poet Jonathan Ames is hosting his own anti-Valentine’s party and poetry reading.. Come spend your night with Ames and various poets who have written a number of outstanding novels and comic memoirs.

When:At 7 p.m., Feb. 12

Where: The Powerhouse, 37 Main St., Brooklyn.

For music lovers 

What:Are you ready to sing your heart out! Then head to The Bell House for their Love Bites: The Power Ballads Sing-Along. With this night of eighties and nineties power-ballad sing-alongs and subtitled music videos from legends like Bon Jovi, Cyndi Lauper, Journey, and Guns N' Roses you will have the night of your life. And if that's not enough for you, there will also be an air guitar competition, a costume contest, and free Valentine's candy. 

When: 2/14 at 10 p.m.

Where:The Bell House,149 7th Street, Gowanus Brooklyn

For Those Who Love to Share

What: What I Did for Love

Nothing's better than sharing your own experiences with others who really want to listen, especially when it comes to those hard, yet funny stories about relationships. Join UCB this weekend and you could get the chance to talk about your past realtionships and watch performances by some of UCB's top improvisers. So pull out your most hilarious memories from your past relationships and call 212-366-9231 to reserve your spot!

When: 2/14 at 7:30 p.m.Where: 153 East 3rd St.

What:The Rejection Show Valentine’s Day Heartbreak Haven

Still bitter about that last breakup? With The Rejection show, you'll be in good company listening to some of the best stories of rejection. Told by Matt Koff, Lizz Winstead, and Adam Wade you are in for a great time.Want more information? Call (718)-855-3388

When:2/14 at 8:30 p.m

Where:Littlefield, 622 Degraw St., Gowanus,Brooklyn

For Those Who Love To Laugh

What:Unloveable: A Smiths & Morrissey Valentine's Day
Mope around to the music of Moz & Co. at this annual gathering, featuring the Sons & Heirs. This year's edition kicks off with a mood-lightening comedy set by Dave Hill. 

When:2/14 at 9 p.m.,

Where:The Bell House, 149 7th Street, Gowanus, Brooklyn

For Lovers Looking For Lovers

What:Ready to find Mr. or Ms. Right then get to the Strand this weekend for an hour speed dating event. Experts will lead the night, so there is no need to be nervous.With an ice breaker, drinks and prize giveaways this is not an event you want to miss! 

When: February 15th

Where: 503 Ocean Ave. Jersey City, NJ 07305

For The Love of Food

What: Make Your Own Chocolate Truffles at your place

So what if you don't have someone special to give you a box of chocolates? Get over it and make your own. Find a better way to celebrate Valentine's day and check out this recipe. It covers all the basics of making truffles in a variety of flavors. You won't think about being alone while eating one of these babies!

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An Eco-Twist on Valentine's Day Gifts!

Valentine's Day is upon us, and what better way to celebrate and bring on the love than to give your loved ones creative eco-friendly gifts! We have compiled some suggestions to leave your loved ones in for a surprise.

Surprise Your Loved One With Eco-Friendly Jewelry

Many are aware of the social and environmental issues surrounding jewelry, so many outlets have dedicated their efforts to improving the ramifications. Brilliant Earth, for instance, only uses recycled gold and platinum that comes from secondary sources. It is then re-refined to ensure that they are identical in quality to newly mined metals.

Give Eco-Friendly Chocolate

Many companies are committed to reducing unsustainable farming methods and demonstrate their commitment firmly. Sellers like the Fat Turkey Chocolate Company, Raw Chocolate Love and Lulu’s Chocolate are all eco-friendly and organic chocolate that is not only good for the Earth but for your palate!

Send Flowers

With Organic Bouquet and their eco-friendly, organic flowers, you'll not only give the gift of beauty, you will contribute to partner's like the USDA, Fair Trade, Rainforest Alliance, while helping improve the lives of farm workers and the local floral community. 

Plant a Tree

Romantically say 'I love you' by planting a tree with your loved one this Valentine's Day. Let the tree’s life symbolize your life of your love. Watch the tree start as just a sapling, until it blooms and gains strength just like a relationship does. Your tree will be an ongoing reminder of your love.

Make Your Own Bath Products

Does your special someone love bath products? Well, you're in luck. SoapBox makes organic soap bars, free from parabens, sodium laurel sulfate, and preservatives, plus for every soap purchased, SoapBox sends a second bar to a child in need. They wish to improve your Valentine's Day gift search while providing soap in order to prevent the spread of disease and improve global health.

Give back on Valentines Day!

Make Valentine's day a night to remember and celebrate love, by giving back to your community! You and your special someone will never forget this night. 

Skip the fancy meal and spread the love by fighting hunger with Stop Hunger Now. An organization dedicated to providing emergency food to people all over the world. Volunteers are needed to package meals.

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   Want to get her heart racing? Break a sweat by doing a Valentine's Day race and fundraising for charity at the same time. You can also bring your family or your co-workers along to make it a team event. To find an event, check your local American HeartAssociation. 

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   Give gifts that give through the dozens of charitable shopping sites and online nonprofit stores selling gifts for a good cause. Every gift you buy for your loved one the organization will give a gift to those in need. Want to buy a gift out these website: Red Campaign, or try Henry's Hearts, Greater Good, or Shop4Charity.

    

       

   Deliver homemade Valentine's cards or heart-shaped cookies to the sick, the elderly, the homeless with your kids through DoSomething.org. The country's largest not-for-profit organization that helps young people create social change.  Join today and your child could have the opportunity to win a 4,000 dollar scholarship!

  

   

 Putting a ring on it this Valentine's day (or popping the question)? -- make sure you include the I Do Foundation. The nation's first wedding-focused nonprofit that helps engaged couples give by making charity a part of their wedding. With their help couples discover eco-chic and no-cost ways to give back while making the big day more meaningful.

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Valentine Day Events for lovers!

The SuperBowl fever has officially come to an end and it is now time to get swept off your feet by love. Here’s a roundup of cool and romantic events this Valentine’s day for you and your special someone to feel the love!

What: "My Funny Valentine" at Times Square

Where: Carolines on Broadway--1626 Broadway New York, NY 10019

Looking for the perfect date night for comedy lovers? Carolines on Broadway invites you to an amazing night full of laughter on Valentine's Day at 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM. Spend a romantic evening laughing along with the one you love and the actors of "My Funny Valentine," Vince August, Michael Che, Drew Fraser and Mark Viera. Purchase your tickets today at http://www.carolines.com/comedian/my-funny-valentine/

What: Celebrate Love in Times Square on Valentine's Day

Where: Duffy Square at 46th Street and Broadway

Times Square welcomes you to celebrate love with the beautiful city lights and the many events. Come witness vows renewal, sip hot chocolate, and gaze at the Valentine's heart sculpture in the middle of the city that never sleeps. 

What:McKittrick Hotel Valentine's Dance
Where: 530 West 27th Street

Love to dance? Then, look no further for your Valentine's Day plans! The McKittrick Hotel is hosting a Valentine's Dance. With the help of Michael Arenella and his Dreamland Orchestra you are guaranteed to have the night of your life! Tickets for the dance are $50, but you can choose to add dinner to for an additional charge.

What: Barbetta Restaurant

Where: 321 West 46th Street

New York's most romantic restaurant is back and hosting their annual Valentine’s Gala Ball after 8:30pm. With live music by the Felix Swing Band, a pre-theatre show for non-dancers and the Cupid Kitchen Restaurant's delicious entrees, this is a night to remember. For Reservations call (212) 246-9171 or barbetta100yrs@aol.com

What: World Yacht Valentine’s Day Cruise

Where: Pier 81

With this amazing Valentine’s Day package you and your loved one could enjoy the luxuries of a three-hour cruise in New York's harbor gazing at the city lights, eating a four course dinner at a private table with a champagne toast and a DJ to keep you and your loved one dancing! Book your cruise before February 5^th and you will receive a complimentary bottle of champagne.

What: Nilson Matta’s “Black Orpheus” featuring Leny Andrade
Where: Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola

Does your valentine love jazz? Then spoil them with dinner and music at Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola at Lincoln Center. You and your date could enjoy a prix-fixe dinner and the wonderful views of the Manhattan skyline. To make your reservation call 212-258-9595.

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