How to celebrate Valentine's and Galentine's Day in Chicago

🤲 Create a truly unique Valentine at an Origami Workshop. Feb. 9 at 3pm ($30).

🎨 Grab the kids for Valentine's Day Crafts at the Chicago Public Library's Scottsdale Branch on the Southwest Side. Feb. 10 at 2pm (Free)

⚓️ Hop aboard at Bottomless Mimosa Architectural Brunch Cruise on the Chicago River. Feb. 11 at 11:30am ($121+).

🍷 Wine and dine with your gal pals at Dimo's Cafe, which partnered with women-owned bottle shop Bottle'sUp! for a special menu and wine glass-painting event. Feb. 13 at 7pm ($65 per person).

🧑‍🎨 Get creative and tap into your inner tagger at a Spray Paint Workshop that includes instruction, materials and a bar. Feb. 14-17 ($125 for two people).

🍓 Sip a vegan Strawberry Oreo shake from plant-based restaurant Elephant and Vine. Available all month ($8).