• “I was reading PDXtoday and a man’s name was mentioned in one of their News Notes. I had dated that man in the past so I took the chance of reaching out to him. We reconnected :) " — Jess L.
• “We met in May at Bike Happy Hour, kept running into each other all summer on Pedalpalooza rides, started doing things together as friends in September, and by October we made the leap to more than friends. Now we are three plus months into a full on love affair in the best way and excited for the future. Pretty awesome for two people in our 60s.” — Carey B.
• “I met my partner Madison at my new job after moving to Portland from Hawaii in the summer of 2023. We’ve been together since that August and I learn new things about myself from him every day. We laugh and grow; our relationship embodies childlike glee. I’m so grateful to have met my love.” — Simone D.
• “We met on Tinder, we grew a great friendship (with both of our kids, too). I thought he was super cute and charming and fell in love and he finally just kissed me, a year-and-a-half after our first date. Loving our little family of four now.” — Anonymous reader
• “My now husband proposed at the highest point of the fountain in Lovejoy Fountain Park on a rainy Sunday in November!” — Anonymous reader

• Free Admission for Oregon Statehood Day | Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Oregon Historical Society, 1200 SW Park Ave., Portland | Free | Dive into our state’s past in celebration of its 165th birthday.
• Love Stinks | Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 5-11 p.m. | The Houston Blacklight, 2100 SE Clinton St., Portland | Price of purchase | Bring your lover (or your worst enemy) to this presentation of pungent delights, where menu highlights include miso blue cheese fondue and a durian piña colada.
• Valentine’s Day with Logan Guntzelman | Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 8 p.m. | Helium Comedy Club, 1510 SE Ninth Ave., Portland | $25 | Nothing brings a couple closer together than laughing at hilarious jokes (and cramming into tiny tables in the crowd).

• Galentine’s Day Paint Night | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Leikam Brewing, 5812 E. Burnside St., Portland | $35-$41 | Round up your best pals for a night of painting and pints.

• Féile Portland: A Weekend Celebration of Irish Language & Culture | Friday, Feb. 16-Sunday, Feb. 18 | Times vary | Portland Community College - Sylvania, 12000 SW 49th Ave., Portland | $50-$150 | Immerse yourself in the native tongue of the Emerald Isle at this three-day event featuring cultural workshops, conversation groups, and more.

• Art Battle Portland | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Jaja PDX, 819 SE Taylor St., Portland | $17-$20 | Come watch the paint fly before your eyes and vote to determine a winner; all artwork will be available for auction during this night of community and creation.

• 460,000. That’s how many registered vehicles in Portland are estimated to have expired license plates (out of 1 million). City parking patrols will now be more strict in issuing fines for out-of-date tags as part of the effort to bridge PBOT’s $32 million budget deficit. (KOIN + KGW)

• Today, Intuitive Machines plans to launch its Nova-C to the moon; success would mean the US’ first return to the lunar surface in 50 years. The lander will be insulated from harsh temperatures by Columbia Sportswear’s patented Omni-Heat Infinity fabric, a lightweight gold metallic foil.

• Where are all our Willy Wonka wannabes? There is a Pearl District luxury penthouse (built in a former candy factory) with your name on it. Sweet features include plenty of exposed brick, a walk-in closet, a fireplace, and a 480-sqft outdoor terrace, all for $1,100,000. (Portland Monthly)

• Phew, the Thorns almost had us there. After quite the fake out on social media, the club announced that 18-year-old midfielder Olivia Moultrie has signed a three year contract extension, keeping her in Portland through the 2026 season. She is also the reigning US Young Female Player of the Year.

• Attendees of this year’s Zwickelmania beer festival will have a handy transportation option at their disposal. Four breweries in Southeast Portland — Hopworks Brewery, Crux Fermentation Project, Gigantic Brewing, and Baerlic Brewing — teamed up to offer the Zwickelbus, a complimentary shuttle running 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. this Saturday.

• Old Town’s The Society Hotel will become an immersive art and fashion installation during Content (pronounced like the happy feeling) on March 9. Each room will become a living, multimedia story from 37 unique Portland creatives that visitors will explore. Tickets start at $20.

• The Architectural Heritage Center, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving Portland’s historic and culturally significant buildings and places, will host its annual gala 5:30-8:30 p.m. on April 26 at the Redd on Salmon Street. The night will be filled with food, fun, and fundraising for the org’s future initiatives.

• Calling all parents: Registration for the YMCA’s summer camps is officially open. From overnight experiences at Camp Collins to enriching day camps, there’s an activity for kids of all ages and interests. Enroll here.*

• There’s still time to send Valentine’s Day flowers. Pick up a bouquet at Gifford’s Flowers, or shop same-day delivery bouquets on 1-800-Flowers.*

• If you spent your whole Sunday reorganizing your closet, here’s another spring cleaning suggestion: Move your credit card debt. This card offers 0% interest on a balance transfer until mid-2025. That’s over a whole year to pay off your balance, sans interest. Plus, you’ll earn 2% cash back on purchases.*

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