ART BAR – VALENTINES. The Lake Oswego Library’s Art Bar is open all month in the lower level with all the supplies you and your kids need to create valentines for those special people in your life. Stop by and explore your creative side. 706 Fourth Street.

FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE. Head down to the Children’s Library for an afternoon of cuddling up with your little one while enjoying popcorn and a family-friendly movie featuring that lovable, gentle-hearted anxious cartoon character who has a crush on the Little Red-Headed Girl and is devoted to his beagle. Friday, February 2 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Lake Oswego Library, 706 Fourth Street.

LUNAR NEW YEAR FESTIVAL. Celebrate the Year of the Dragon at the Lake Oswego Library by joining in on some of the fun activities they have planned in conjunction with LO for Love and the Palisades World Language School. Activities include: children’s stories read in Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese; Heart Strings Mandarin performing songs, dance and poetry; Nanta Drumming and Korean Fan Dance by Oregon Korean Performing Arts; Lion dance performance by White Lotus Dragon and Lion Dance; demonstrations on how to fold a dumpling or make red envelopes as well as how to create a Chinese ink painting. Saturday, February 3 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth Street.

A JOURNEY THROUGH PIEDMONT WINE DINNER. Nicoletta’s Table has already sold out tickets to this special wine and food pairing event featuring the Piedmont region. Best to get on their email list to be one of the lucky early birds to learn of these events in advance! Wednesday, February 7 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. $90/person. Nicoletta’s Table, 333 South State Street, Suite M.

INDOOR KOKEDAMA WORKSHOP. Learn how to create your own Kokedama plant ball in this class on this ancient form of Bonsai in which plant roots are encased in soil and wrapped in moss—no planter needed! $35 class fee covers all materials. Saturday, February 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Dennis’ 7 Dees, 1090 McVey Avenue. 

WINE TASTING AT RICCARDO’S. Enjoy generous pours of Italy’s best wines, an antipasti plate and a great afternoon on Saturday, February 10 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. $20 per person; first come first served. Happens every month on the second Saturday. 16035 Boones Ferry Road, 503.636.4104

FLORAL ARRANGEMENT WORKSHOP. Dennis’ 7 Dees is offering this class at their Bridgeport Village Plant Shop just in time for Valentine’s Day. Learn the basics of floral design and create a gorgeous arrangement for you to keep, Tuesday, February 13 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pre-registration required. Fee is $55. 7325 SW Bridgeport Road.

THE LOST TREASURES COLLECTION: ROMANCE/ROMANCE. The Lakewood Theater Company continues its series of obscure and rarely performed musicals presented in concert/cabaret style with these two one-act musicals linked by the common theme of love and one song performed in both acts. February 16 at 7:00 p.m. and February 17 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. $20/person. Side Door Stage. 368 S. State Street, 503.635.3901

PORTLAND ROSE SOCIETY CARE AND PRUNING CLINIC.  Get your questions answered and watch a demonstration on the proper rose pruning techniques. Bring your hand pruners for free sharpening. The class on basic rose care will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. and has limited capacity.  Clinic runs from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 17. Dennis’ 7 Dees, 1090 McVey Avenue.

LAKEWOOD THEATER COMPANY DRESS REHEARSAL PERFORMANCE OF A FEW GOOD MEN. Catch a dress rehearsal performance of the Lakewood Theater Company’s newest production on Thursday, February 29 at 7:30 p.m. Suggested Donation: $5. Registration through the Adult Community Center is required by calling 503.635.3758. Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street.