Chairlift Dating, Puppy Cuddle, More: Valentine's Day Events

Are you single on Valentine's Day but looking to change that? Or maybe you just want to skip the chocolates and roses and do something different to celebrate love. Check out the list of fun Valentine's Day-related events happening around the Twin Cities this week:

Valentine's Day Puppy Cuddle - Feb. 14, Minneapolis

• "What better way to celebrate the annual day of love than with puppy love?!" asks Midwest Animal Rescue & Services.

Be My Valentine Bash — Feb. 14, Minneapolis

• Hit the town on the evening of Valentine's Day for a "fresh alternative to speed dating and matchmaking."

Love Yourself: Valentine's Day Celebration

• "My goal is to gather as a collective group and connect to that love within you and celebrate your unique, authentic self," says Katie Baumtrog of The Healing Village

Chairlift Speed Dating at Afton Alps — Feb. 17, Afton

• Afton Alps is once again hosting a Chairlift Speed Dating event to help skiing and snowboarding singles "meet their mates on the mountain."

An Intimate Evening with Cher and Friends: Starring Chad Michaels — Feb. 14, Minneapolis

• Tickets include a glass of Champagne, Red Bull or soda.

Minneapolis Speed Dating — Feb. 21

• Skip the name tags. SpeedMinneapolis Dating is hosting a "low key, sophisticated" party for singles to meet that special someone.

Photo: AP Photo/Jim Mone