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Get Out: A Look at What to Do This Weekend

Valentine's Day is coming up. Did you forget?

It's four days until Valentine's Day.

Did you forget again this year?

Don't fret: We've got some V-Day events in town to save you from getting into trouble with your significant other.

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For those dreading the big holiday and celebrating Singles Awareness Day (SAD, if you will) instead, we've got some awesome things lined up for you, too.

VALENTINE'S DAY CHOCOLATES; TRUFFLES AND MORE (chefsseriesatlanta.eventbrite.com)

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When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Le Cordon Bleu, 1927 Lakeside Parkway, Tucker. 

Why Go: Students get to make hand-dipped candies, molded holiday confections and chocolate truffles in this special V-Day cook fest. Teachers will also discuss how chocolate is made and other relevant topics. Every attendee will get an official Le Cordon Bleu apron, a certificate of completion, a gift certificate at a Le Cordon Bleu restaurant and a tour of the school campus.  

Pricing: Tickets are $90 each. 

ART STATION DATE NIGHT POTTERY (www.artstation.org)

When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 12, 7 p.m.-9 p.m., ART Station, 5384 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain.

Why Go: That special day is Monday, but earn brownie points by remembering it early. With supplies included, play with clay and create pots together with your loved one while sipping on wine and enjoying hors d'oeuvres. Clay artist Angelica Williams of Angelic Art will be instructing. Reservations are required. 

Pricing: Admission is $79 per couple. 

VALENTINE'S DANCE PARTY (www.skatealongusa.com)

When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 12, 11:30 p.m.-2:30 a.m., Skate Along USA, 744 Beaver Ruin Road, Lilburn. 

Why Go: Aimed for teenagers and those in their early 20s, the skating rink's Valentine's party will have much more than just skating. Breakdancing groups Battle Instincts, Style 2 Infinity and H.B.O. Crew will be performing and competing against one another for the title of best dance crew, and a DJ will be spinning the music. 

Pricing: Admission is $10, plus $1 for skate rental.

SILVERLICIOUS CELEBRATION (www.borders.com)

When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 12, 2 p.m., Borders, 1929 Scenic Highway, Snellville. 

Why Go: If you have a little girl age 4 to 8 who is obsessed with the Pinkalicious story series, she's going to have a blast at this event. "Silverlicious" is the newest addition to the series, and the party will have games, crafts and giveaways for fans to enjoy. Even a Pinkalicious Parade is a part of the agenda. 

Pricing: Free.

THE TABERNACLE COFFEE HOUSE OPEN MIKE

When/Where: Friday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m., The Tabernacle of Praise Worship Center, 331 Arcado Road, Lilburn. 

Why Go: Held on the second Friday every month, the open mike invites all poets and spoken-word artists to express their work while others listen. Food, gourmet coffee, refreshments and desserts will be served on a buffet table, which is included in admission. 

Pricing: Admission is $10. 

FLAWLESS FRIDAYS AT SOUTH BEACH

When/Where: Friday, Feb. 11, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., South Beach Bistro and Lounge, 2077 Northlake Parkway, Tucker. 

Why Go: Reggae, hip-hop and R&B will be pumping in their Flawless Fridays series. DJs of the night include Rico Vibes, Bugsy Bam Bam and Revolution Sounds. 

Pricing: Admission is $10-$20, but guys are free before 11:30 p.m., ladies are free before midnight and those born in the month of Aquarius are free before 12:30 a.m. Online RSVP is required here for free admission. 

THE NEW OLD SCHOOL SUNDAY

When/Where: Sunday, Feb. 13, 6 p.m.-3 a.m., Hairston's Dinner Club, 1273 South Hairston Road, Stone Mountain. 

Why Go: Majic 107.5/97.5 broadcasts live every Sunday night at Hairston's with DJ Nabs and host Derek Harper. They'll play an awesome mix of 80s, 90s and new R&B while guests can lounge and eat in Hairston's upscale decor.  

Pricing: Admission is $15, but ladies are free until 10 p.m. and guys are free until 9 p.m. 

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