Last minute Valentine’s Day activities

February 14, 10:56 AMSF Dating ExaminerAnnie Gleason

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There is no shortage of Valentine's goings-on in the Bay Area. Whether you enjoy singles parties, exhibit openings, or poetry readings, there is a place where you could meet a compatible soul this Valentine’s Day.

The quirkiest Valentine's day event is Root Division Gallery's new exhibit, The Museum of Broken Relationships, which opens today. Jilted lovers from around the world have donated mementos of break-ups to this exhibit, together with poignant explanations of the object’s significance. They include an ax used by one woman to break up her ex-girlfriend's furniture, along with the broken furniture. There is a wedding dress, gall stones, a wooden leg from a jilted war veteran who fell in love with a nurse, a Vespa and a pair of inline skates. Other donations are as commonplace as engagement rings, stuffed animals and love letters.
Reception: Valentine's Day! - Saturday, February 14th, 7 - 10 pm
Dates: February 14-28, 2009
Regular hours are 12-4 Wed-Sat or by appointment.
3175 17th Street (at South Van Ness)
San Francisco, CA 94110
415.863.7668
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $2-$20

Meet and mix with others at the Bay Area Singles Unvalentines Mixer in Concord, hosted by the Professionals Guild. The Lock and Key mixer game is a great way to introduce  yourself to others. Inclueds snacks, and DJ dancing. Dress to impress.
When: February 14, 2009 at 7:30pm
Where: 1970 Diamond Blvd
Concord, CA  Click here for directions
Contact Info: 925-888-4392
Cost:$25 at the door

Meet your Valentine Convention is Rich Gosse’s largest event of the winter season. Dress in your finest, flirt and dance to the tunes of DJ Miguel of Startracks. Author Rich Gosse will be giving a keynote address about his new book, "Meet Your Valentine in 2009." .
When; 7:30pm - Keynote Address: with author Rich Gosse
9pm-Midnight - Dancing
Where: Westin St Francis Hotel on Union Square, California Ballroom,
335 Powell St.
San Francisco CA 94102.
Cost:$20/door. No food

If you’re outgoing enough to flirt with those around you, this Berkeley event might be just the ticket. KPFA radio, Poetry Flash and Moe’s Books present “Hearts Gathering: Poetry, Laureates & Music for Valentine’s Day,” hosted by Wes “Scoop” Nisker. Guests include Diane di Prima, Michael McClure, California Poet Laureate--Carol Muske-Dukes, Didgeridoo master Stephen Kent--performing with vocalist Eda Maxym, Former California Poet Laureate--Al Young performing with bassist Dan Robbins.
Proceeds benefit KPFA Radio and Poetry Flash
When: Saturday, February 14, 8:00 pm
Where: King Middle School Auditorium
1781 Rose Street (at Grant)
Berkeley, CA
Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 door
Information: 510.848.6767 x612

This Valentine's week, I've been the subject of several interviews. SF Boomer Examiner, Suzanna Stinnett featured me in her recent Valentine's post. Blogger Carrie Jaffe Pickett highlighted me in Carriewriterblog.Carrie Freelance

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Check out my interview on KGO TV View From The Bay January 27.