Snow, sleet or rain...sure. But we can still have fun with these events this week.

And be sure to stop by Balliceaux on Monday for Cocktails with Caroline, our pre-Valentine's Day mixer.

Cocktails with Caroline

Monday

Single this Valentine's Day? Don't be -- head to Cocktails with Caroline, a pre-Valentine's Day mixer at Balliceaux for Richmond singles. Hosted by our very own dating columnist Caroline of Caroline's Plate. Light hors d'oeuvres, drinks specials and more. Mix, meet, mingle and celebrate your singlehood! C'mon, we'll be there! Won't you?

The Luciana Souza Trio featuring Romero Lubambo & Cyro Baptista

Monday

Swing by the Modlin Center for a spicy jazz concert from The Luciana Souza Trio featuring Romero Lumbabo on guitar and Cyro Baptista on percussion. A native of Sao Paulo, Brazil, Souza has a rich history of bossa nova claims a family legacy that is steeped in the bossa nova tradition and she earned a Grammy in 2008 for her contributions to Herbie Hancock’s River–The Joni Letters.

"Othello"

Thursday through Sunday

Lighten up your winter work week with a little Shakespeare action. See Richmond Shakespeare in their new home at the Gottwald Playhouse in Richmond CenterStage.

Karneval at Capital Ale House

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Starting Tuesday

Celebrate Mardi Gras at Capital Ale House. On Tuesday, RJS Presents Charlottesville’s “First Family” of Jazz. Thursday, it's the Mark Benevento Trio for $12 advance, $15 day of show. And Friday, check out Fasching (German Carnival) with The Continentals.

The Garden is for Lovers

All week

You've still got a week before Valentine's Day to take your sweetie for a stroll through Lewis Ginter's special Valentine's Day themed exhibit in the Conservatory. Expect tulips, daffodils and hyacinths in full bloom, plus exotic orchids in the tropical wing.

Stilettos and Petals

Thursday

Calling all ladies. Head to Lucky Buddha in your "sexiest" (their words, not mine) dress with stilettos to receive a rose and a chance to win n a free cut and style from Ahead of Hair. Plus DJ Matt Busch will be spinning at 9 p.m.

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