1. What is Valentine's day? Why do we celebrate it?

2. Valentine's Day is celebrated every year on the 14 th February. How do we celebrate it?

3. Topics of Discussion  History of Saint Valentine  Valentines Traditions  Valentines Events at NorQuest Westmount

4. ♥ lived before A.D. 269 ♥ Looked like? History ofSaintValentine

5. Emperor=Claudius Lived in=Rome in Palace

6. ♥ Claudius: Recruiter for army

7.  Men hated wars  Loved families

8.  Make new rule: No marriage  Join army

9.  Valentine – priest  Claudius forbade marriages  married secretly

10. Valentine : prison killed for broke the law.

11. What happened? People sad, throw flowers and notes

12. ♥ Prison guard’s daughter visit Valentine. ♥ Became good friends.

13.  Valentine died on 14 th February.  sent message for friend..

14. 0n 14th February From your Valentine  send Valentine cards  Sometimes want it secret Valentines Traditions

15. Valentines Fundraiser at Westmount  Raise $ for Student Activity Fund  1. Gift basket Raffle for Him and for Her (tickets on sale morning to noon on Feb. 14 $1)  2. Bake Sale: Give your Valentine sweetheart a sweet treat ( during lunch on Feb. 14 )

16. Valentine’s Happy Day To you all Eve batten 11.2.08