Valentine-making, cookie baking and more things to do in Chicago on Wednesday, Feb. 11
EAT
Valentine's Day Cookie Class
2205 W. Belmont Ave. 773-281-3154
Learn professional techniques for baking and decorating sugar cookies, then eat your work at this BYOB class. 6:30-9 p.m. $65. Tickets: givesugar.com
State of the Art
Tradition Gastro Pub and Kitchen
160 N. Franklin St. 312-263-0260
Browse paintings, photography and illustrations from local artists while snacking on appetizers from the Loop restaurant's winter menu. Admission includes two Coors Light drafts. 6-9 p.m. $5 donation.
DRINK
Radical Love Fundraiser
2323 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-772-7248
A benefit for Free Street Theater includes performances, beer, food, raffle prizes and palm readings. 6-8 p.m. $50. Tickets: freestreet.org
Distill My Heart
1506 W. Jarvis Ave. 773-761-3663
Jen Powell, founder of The Sidecar: A Pop-Up Speakeasy, teaches how to pair wine and chocolate at this tasting, which includes four sparkling wine-inspired cocktails and accompanying sweets. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $20. Tickets: eventbrite.com
DO
Make Love on Paper (Free!)
60 W. Walton St. 312-943-9090
At this crafting workshop, a paper artist demonstrates how to make pop-up folded hearts and materials are provided for you to make your own Valentine's card. The event also features tours of the library's "Love on Paper" exhibit, which displays heart-shaped maps, treatises on love and historic love notes. 4-7 p.m. Free.
REDEYE TIP OF THE DAY
Comedian Rob Stapleton performs at The Promontory at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Tickets: promontorychicago.com