Romantic books
This novel was written by F. Scott Fitzgerald in 1925 detailing a millionaire's life and his ever devoting love for his neighbor, Daisy
The Great Gatsby
The Story of St. Valentine
St. Valentine was the patron saint of lovers and marriage became outlawed during his lifetime in Rome. Emperor Claudius III thought it best men were soldiers instead of husbands with wives and children. St. Valentine decided to begin marrying couples in second despite of the Emperor.
This movie tells the classic love of all time, a boy and a girl fall in love but their families do not want them to be together
Romeo and Juliet
Valentine's Day Party
Friday, February 13th
9am-12pm
Oak Street Health in Joliet, Illinois
2025 S Chicago St
This was a song written by Elvis in 1961 and the title starts with the word "can't"
"Can't help falling in love" by Elvis
This novel was written by Louisa May Alcott in 1868 describing the life of 4 sisters who go through the trials and tribulations of love
Little Women
Valentine's Day Meaning
In the 17th century, Valentine's Day became a day of celebration marking the first day of spring in English folklore
This movie was Audrey Hepburn's most famous movie about eating breakfast someplace specific in New York
Breakfast at Tiffany's
Viva La Vida
- Tour the gallery, savor local treats, and be inspired to create art of your own.
- National Museum of Mexican Art
- 1852 W. 19th Street, Chicago 60608
- Thursday 26th from 10-12pm and 1:30-3:30pm
Nat King Cole wrote this song in 1964 and the title of the song spells out this word
L-O-V-E by Nat King Cole's
This novel was written by Nicolas Sparks in 1996 and was turned into a movie about meeting the right person at the wrong time
The Notebook
Who is Cupid?
Cupid comes from Greek mythology as the Greek God of love
This movie stars Barbara Streisand and shows one of her most famous pieces entitled "Don't Rain __ __ ____"
Funny Girl
Fireworks
Event for valentine's at the navy pier
Saturday February 14th at 9pm
Pier’s South Dock
This song was written by Etta James in 1960 and is titled "at ____"
"At Last" by Etta James
Gone with the Wind
Valentine's Day in America
During the 18th century handmade Valentine's were created in celebration and by the 1900s printed Valentine's Day cards hit the market in the United States
This movie depicts a high school crew of friends that are called the "T-Birds+ and the "Pink Ladies"
Grease
At home activities
- call someone you love
- look through old photo albums
- tell stories about friendship or love
- read romantic novels and watch romantic movies
Ben E. King wrote this song in 1961 and the title tells us to do an action that begins with an /s/
"Stand by Me" by Ben E. King
This novel is also written by Nicholas Sparks and the title begins with "A Walk __ _____" showing a relationship between a nerdy girl and popular bad boy
A Walk to Remember
Pagan Festival: Valentine's Day
Originally, Valentine's Day was created to celebrate Christian beliefs instead of embracing pagan traditions like festivals to celebrate pregnant women
This disco grooving movie depicted John Travolta dancing on the disco floor and was titled what?
Saturday Night Fever
Senior Sweethearts Valentine's Day Luncheon
The KLEO Center proudly invites our cherished seniors to a Senior Sweethearts Valentine’s Day Luncheon—a joyful afternoon of fellowship.
Thursday February 12th, 12-2pm
KLEO Community Family Life Center: 119 East Garfield Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60637
Frank Sinatra wrote this famous love song talking about how he liked how his Valentine dressed
"The Way You Look Tonight" by Frank Sinatra