First Person Arts StorySlam: The Ex-Files
Thursday, February 14
World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St.
$14
7 p.m. show with host Martha Cooney; 9:30 p.m. show with host R. Eric Thomas featuring an original reading from special guest Anna Goldfarb (author of Clearly, I Didn’t Think This Through and founder of Shmitten Kitten).  

We all have stories…about breaking up. After the tears and heartbreak subside, you can only hope you have a good tale to tell. This month’s StorySlam, brought to you by First Person Arts, will provide a stage for those who want to share their five-minute stories of romantic woe, crazy exes and true love lost. 

To get you primed, check out this video of last year’s Ex-Files StorySlam winner Anissa.

Anti-Valentine’s Day Bar Crawl
Thursday, February 14
7 p.m. - midnight
Start at St. Stephens Green or London Grill 
$5 gets you a Valentine's Lei and drink specials; proceeds go to Project H.O.M.E.

Fall in love with Fairmount on Valentine’s Day. Head out, single or not, and quench your thirst at nine bars around the neighborhood, including The Belgian Café, The Bishops Collar, and Bridgid’s. Drink specials include $4 beer, $5 wine and $6 cocktails. All participating bars also offer good eats. This event is presented by the Young Friends of Fairmount and Fairmount CDC. 

InLiquid Benefit v. 13 Silent Auction Benefit
Friday, February 15
5 - 6:30 p.m. VIP Preview Party and Greet the Jurors 
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Silent Auction Benefit
9:45 p.m. Live Performance by Fresh Fuzion in the Gray Area
1400 N. American Street, #314
VIP: $75 in advance; $100 at the door; General Admission, $40 in advance; $50 at the door

InLiquid’s Annual Benefit showcases the region’s highly talented visual artists and a bevy of goodies and gift certificates from local boutiques, restaurants and cultural institutions (check out the full list here). Take home pieces from artists like Meredith Edlow, Sean Martorana, Darla Jackson and Adam Wallacavage. The VIP Preview Party offers a more intimate experience and a chance to pre-bid on auction items.