Library Materials

 

Setting the Mood with Music

 

"Can't Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley on 30 #1 Hits.

 

"Dedicated to the One I Love" by The Mamas and the Papas on Greatest Hits.

 

"Can't Get Enough of Your Love, Babe" by Barry White on The Best of Barry White.

 

"Evergreen" by Barbra Streisand on The Essential Barbra Streisand.

 

"Because You Loved Me" by Celine Dion on A New Day Has Come.

 

"It's Your Love" by Tim McGraw
(with Faith Hill) on Greatest Hits.

 

"I Love You" by Martina McBride on Greatest Hits.

"Crazy in Love" by Beyoncè Knowles (featuring Jay-Z) on Dangerously in Love.

 

"Fallin'" by Alicia Keyes on Songs in A Minor.

 

"Fell in Love with a Boy" by Joss Stone on Soul Session.

 

View a list of love song compilation CDs.

 

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Finding the Right Words

 

Pearls of Love: a Complete Handbook on Love Letters and Love Poems by Ara John Movsesian

 

Treasury of Mexican Love Poems, Quotations & Proverbs: in Spanish and English edited and translated by Enriqueta Carrington

 

Blushing: Expressions of Love in Poems and Letters compiled by Paul B. Janeczko

 

Classic American Love Poems from the editors of Hippocrene Books

 

Love is Like the Lion's Tooth: An Anthology of Love Poems edited by Frances McCullough

 

The Book of Love: a Treasury Inspired by the Greatest of Virtues by Andrew M. Greeley

 

What Lips my Lips Have Kissed: The Loves and Love Poems of Edna St. Vincent Millay by Daniel Mark Epstein

 

The Sonnets by William Shakespeare

 

The Letters of Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Browning, 1845-1846 edited by Elvan Kintner

 

View additional poetry about love.

 

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Kids and Teens

 

Programs

Friendship Hearts and Flowers Program

Bring your best pals for a celebration of friendship! We'll read stories about special friends and make crafty gifts for everyone!

 

Library Materials

 

Children's Books

A great selection of children’s Valentine’s Day books!

 

Strawberries, Hearts, and Flowers Oh My!

Find a collection of books on strawberries, hearts, and flowers.

 

Friendship

Looking for a book to read this Valentine's? Browse our collection of book titles based on friendship and love.

 

Videos

Spend Valentine’s Day with your friends Winnie the Pooh, Franklin, and Charlie Brown.

 

Watch A Kid's Guide to Friendship and February Holiday Stories this Valentine's Day!

 

Web Sites

 

KidsDomain: Valentine's Day
Find party activities, crafts, and puzzles for kids on Valentine’s Day.

 

Explore DLTK for a variety of Valentine’s Day crafts, activities and more!

Celebrate this holiday of love with lots of fun things to do at Kids' Turn Central.

 

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Library Programs

 

Sweets For Your Sweetie

Learn to make holiday candies with a demonstration from Orlando Tech. Pick up some recipes and practice making your own candies!

 

Wacky Wednesday Arts and Crafts

Feel the love! Create and decorate your very own Valentine's Day craft.

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Library Resources

 

Browse the Classical Music Library and find romantic music grouped in Themed Playlists.

 

Interested in knowing about the history of Valentine's Day? Read World Book and get insightful details about the history of celebrating Valentine's Day.

 

Read restaurant reviews from Orlando Sentinel and then dine out.

 

Want to impress your loved one? Use the knowledge of the poets from the Literature Resource Center.

 

Find the perfect poem for that special someone using LitFinder.

 

Use the Library's NetLinks and cook up something special this Valentine's Day!

 

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Web Sites

 

Valentine's Day

Put a little Love in a Card!
The Gifts & Greetings Gift Shop now has Valentine’s Day cards available. So, if you care enough to give the best, stop by and pick up a Valentine’s Day card for your sweetheart.

 

Valentine's Day Guide

Make sure this Valentine's Day goes off without a single hitch!

 

How Valentine's Day Works
This site includes information on the origin of the day and Valentine’s Day traditions and symbols.

 

Reader's Digest: Valentine's Day

Send an e-card, listen to love songs, plan a romantic feast, and more.

What Do We Really Want on Valentine's Day?

iVillage reveals what men and women really want on Valentine's Day.

 

My Dear Valentine
Take a ride with romantic feelings through a collection of different expressions of love.

 

Conversation Hearts

Those little pastel hearts have been around a long time! Here's some trivia!

 

Romantic Places in Orlando
Plan a getaway! These ten romantic spots in Central Florida might be a way to impress.

 

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Proposing

 

About: Proposing and Becoming Engaged
Information on becoming engaged, selecting a ring, and how to propose.

 

Diamond Review
Information to help you find the right engagement ring.

 

The Knot
Information on proposal, engagement, and ring "do's" and "don'ts."

 

eHow: How to Propose Marriage to a Man
Steps and tips on marriage proposals to men.

 

The Lists
World's greatest marriage proposals from brides from around the world!

 

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