Cupid’s Cheat Sheet

TOBY REEVES
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KATELYN THOMAS
EDITOR

2/9/2026

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, many spend Valentine’s Day with their loved ones, but there is also an opportunity to engage with the college and local community. Whether you are celebrating Galentine’s or Valentine’s Day, this guide will provide several exciting events on campus and in the community for you to consider attending.

On campus, a few Greek organizations are holding events during Valentine’s week to fundraise for their philanthropies.

Kappa Iota (KI) is selling Hershey Kisses and Valentine’s in the lobby of Hamilton Commons from Feb. 9 to Feb. 11 in support of RISE Advocacy. RISE Advocacy is located in Mount Pleasant, and all proceeds will directly help their mission. These treats will be delivered to students on Feb 12.

“Since we are a local sorority, a lot of little events like this help spread awareness and help out our local philanthropy,” said Lily Malamis (‘27).

KI is also hosting two other events during Valentine’s week including, Love Letters with KI on Feb. 10 and a donation drive from Feb. 8 to the 28.

On Thursday, Feb. 12, Alpha Xi Delta is selling flowers in support of the Kindly Hearts Initiative at the Hamilton Commons lobby. The Kindly Hearts Initiative supports children and teens who experience foster care and homelessness. Students can write small notes and pick stickers for the recipient of their flowers.

Several other campus organizations are hosting fun Valentine’s Day themed events throughout this week.

Alam College Union Board (ACUB) is hosting a Bouquet making event on Feb. 13 in Dow Upper lobby from 10 a.m to 11:30 a.m. Later that evening, ACUB will be hosting the same event in the Newberry Lobby from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

“Bouquet making is a low-pressure participation event that allows students to engage at their own comfort level. Students can arrive casually, gather materials, and sit with friends while creating their bouquets, making the experience feel welcoming rather than performative,” said LeeAnn Ticen (‘28).

A Valentine’s flowerpot event is taking place in Dow Upper lobby Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. At this event, students will personalize a flowerpot. Those who are participating will also get free flowers to put into the pots.

The Alma Community is also showing love for Valentine’s Day. On Feb. 6 there was a Galentine’s girls’ night in St. Louis from 4 to 8 p.m. At the event, community members could get permanent jewelry, engage with vendors and enter giveaways.

Throughout the week, there are several other can’t-miss events in the Alma Community.

Parkside Assembly of God is hosting a Couple’s Date Night Feb. 13. The doors open at 5 p.m., and dinner begins at 6 p.m., followed by a program. Even though registration is full, there is a waitlist to join in case a spot opens.

Valentine’s Day morning Gratiot Markets is hosting a Pop-up Farmers Market on Feb. 14 in St. Louis from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Following this event, Pins Event Center in Ithaca is hosting a fundraising event called Stupid Cupid Bingo Night on Valentine’s Day. The doors open at 6 p.m. and bingo begins at 7 p.m. During the duration of this event, there will be food, a raffle and a cash bar.