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Where/When: Saturday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., at CaRo Art Studio and Gallery, 290 Pratt St., Meriden
Why Go: What better way to get in the Valentine’s Day mood than checking out an art show where eight artists complete the phrase “For the love of …” with something they love. Featured artists include Meridenites Nydia Dominguez and Lynn K. Fisher. The show is free and appropriate for all ages. Chocolate, wine and Valentine’s Day treats will be served.
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Pricing: Free
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2.
Where/When: 7 p.m. Saturday at the Hawthorne Inn, 2421 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin
Why Go: Dust off those dancin’ shoes for this event, which will include hors d’oeuvres, dinner and dancing.
Pricing: $195 per couple
3.
Where/When: Gallore Gallery, 68 Washington St., Middletown, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Why Go: Come check out the latest addition to Middletown’s arts scene. American artist Rory Moorer will be there, and so should you.
Pricing: Free
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Where/When: Meet at 9 a.m. Sunday in the parking lot of Target, 474 Chamberlain Highway, Meriden
Why Go: Want to pre-burn some calories in advance of V-Day? Here’s a good way to do it. Bring lunch, snack, water and foot traction for this 10-mile hike.
Pricing: Free and open to all.
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Where/When: 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Friday and Saturday (9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday) at the New England Emporium, 386 Main St., Middletown.
Why Go: A portion of all sales from local photographer Jason Neely’s exhibit will go to the Middlesex Cancer Center. And his series of 20 photographs of Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut includes several from Middletown.
Pricing: Free
And still you want more? Check out our family-friendly Grab & Go Kids Planner every Wednesday.
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