Valentine's Day Traditions in Boston

When:
Tuesday, Feb 14, 2023 1:00p -
2:30p

Where:
Veronica Smith Senior Center
20 Chestnut Hill Avenue
Boston, MA

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Admission:
FREE

Hosted by:
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joyraft.host27925 Brighton Branch of the Boston Public Library

Categories:
History

Event website:
https://bpl.bibliocommons.com/events/63c440e525d028300047e620

Historian Anthony Sammarco discusses his new book, a history of Valentine's Day from Lupercalia, an ancient Roman festival celebrated on February 15, to Esther Howland's 19th century cards, and ending with today's annual exchange of cards, candy, and flowers.


Anthony M. Sammarco is a distinguished historian and author of more than 70 books on the history and development of Boston. He frequently gives talks on the history of his native city.


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