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Mmmmm, chocolate. Is there nothing grander in this universe? If you love chocolate (and come on, who doesn't?) you may enjoy this presentation on cocoa-ology by chocolatier Larry McGlinchey. There will also be pairings of chocolate with wines and liqueurs. The evening kicks off at 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. For ages 21 and older. Tickets are $45. Call 410-545-5980 to register.
![This darkly romantic tavern is quite the place for dinner...]()
Gene Sweeney Jr., Baltimore Sun photo
This darkly romantic tavern is quite the place for dinner for two. Come and savor the ambiance of Edgar Allan Poe and order something to share. The tavern is at 601 S. Clinton St. in Canton. Call 410-522-2929.
![If "Bound 2" is your current love song with your...]()
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If "Bound 2" is your current love song with your boo or you consider Kanye West your one true Valentine, here's good news: The Chicago rapper plays the Baltimore Arena on Feb. 14. For such a romantic day, it seems like a safe bet his fiancee, Kim Kardashian, will be in attendance, too. --Wesley Case
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Algerina Perna, Baltimore Sun photo
Bundle up and head out to the Carrie Murray Nature Center to learn about owls during a special night hike. The outdoor Valentine's Day alternative will also feature a romantic fire, marshmallow roasting and hot chocolate. Event starts at 6 p.m. Feb. 14. Tickets are $10 per couple.
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Kenneth K. Lam, Baltimore Sun photo
Sure, love is a gamble. So how appropriate that you can try your luck at love at Maryland Live! Casino. This speed-dating evening brings singles together on Feb. 17. Each "dater" will receive a buy-one-get-one-free drink coupon and $20 in Free Slot Play. The casino is at 7002 Arundel Mills Circle, Hanover. Pre-register online at www.pre-dating.com/bmd.
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Finally, an event for THOSE people. Celebrate heartbreak and bitterness as Adam Cooley (above), Amanda Rife, Ines Nassara and Alex Xourias perform selections by musical theater composer Stephen Sondheim. Show starts at 8 p.m. Feb. 15. Tickets are $12-$17.
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Inhibited on Valentine's Day? Certainly not. So come to Angels Rock Bar in your PJs and you'll get free admission until 11 p.m. And if you prebook your party, there will be draft and rail drink specials throughout the evening. Angels Rock Bar is at Power Plant Live, 10 Market Place. Call 410-258-4289 for information on prebooking your party.
Sure, you can buy some chocolate and roses and spend a nice romantic evening with your sweetheart. But that’s so ordinary. So if you’re looking for a more novel — or shall we say “unusual” — way to spend your Valentine’s Day, check out these options.
Also see:
* Valentine’s Day dining options in Baltimore
* Five hotels worth a visit with your Valentine
