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Valentine's Day Celebrations Across the US

Discover how Americans are spreading love and cheer through unique Valentine's Day cards and gestures.

Valentine's Day is not just about romantic dinners and flowers; it's a time when creativity and kindness shine through heartfelt gestures. From art history-inspired cards to Penn State-themed puns, Americans are embracing the spirit of love in diverse ways. Students in Worcester honor Esther Howland, the 'Mother of the American Valentine,' highlighting the historical significance of this day.

On a lighter note, the Detroit Lions and Williams Racing share team-inspired cards, showing their fans some extra love. Esther Howland's legacy lives on as students in Alabama and at Pike Liberal Arts School engage in heartwarming projects to spread joy. Valentine's Day has become a celebration of art, history, and community, uniting people in acts of kindness and creativity.

Esther Howland, known for creating America's first mass-produced valentines, revolutionized the way Americans celebrate love. Her vision and entrepreneurial spirit paved the way for the Valentine's Day card industry we know today. Similarly, Williams Racing's F1-themed cards cater to enthusiasts, adding a touch of sporting charm to the holiday. These individuals and organizations bring joy and warmth to Valentine's Day, embodying the true essence of love and connection in modern times.

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15 Art History-Inspired Valentine's Day Cards (Hyperallergic)

From polycules and break-ups to situationships and forbidden love, Hyperallergic has you covered this February 14.

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Share the love on Valentine's Day with a Williams Racing ... (Williams Racing)

Grab yourself a light-hearted gift for that special F1-supporting someone in your life.

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Brainstorming Penn State-Themed Valentine's Day Cards (Onward State)

No matter how you feel about Cupid's special day, everyone loves a cheesy, punny Valentine's Day card. To celebrate the occasion, we brainstormed some of our ...

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Elementary students make Valentine's Day cards for residents of ... (KTVH)

It all began with an idea from Hazel Noonan, during the pandemic. “People in nursing homes and assisted living were literally dying from loneliness,” said Hazel ...

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How Worcester's Esther Howland made the Valentine's Day card ... (Spectrum News 1)

- Massachusetts is home to the “Mother of the American Valentine”: Esther Howland is known for creating America's first mass-produced valentines, and all the ...

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9 Valentine's Day card ideas and memes that every Iowan in your ... (desmoinesregister.com)

Here are nine Valentine's Day sayings that the Des Moines Register staff thought up so that you could make the people you love smile. You're the (Iowa State) ...

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This 'visionary' woman changed the way many Americans celebrate ... (CNN)

Esther Howland started making valentines soon after she graduated from Mount Holyoke in 1847. Courtesy Collection of Worcester Historical Museum.

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The Perfect Valentine's Day Cards for the Cyclists In Your Life (VeloNews)

This person doesn't even need to be a cyclist! Sending a card like this to someone who doesn't follow pro cycling is a great conversation starter, so long as ...

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These students in Alabama need a Valentine's Day card from ... (The News Journal)

Pike Liberal Arts School runs from third through 12th grade, and fifth and sixth grade teacher Leslie Smelcer started a class project to fill in a map of the ...

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Detroit Lions get into holiday spirit with team-inspired Valentine's ... (Detroit Free Press)

Like a good partner, the Lions followed up on filling hearts of Detroit fans during the season with a Valentine's Day gift.

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