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Love languages in Kansas City

Aerial shot public art on a highway crossing, depicting a heart that says "LUV MIDTOWN KC"

Give “love local” a whole new meaning. | Photo by @kansascity

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Love is in the air, and we’re not talking about the Parade of Hearts. Or the KC Heart. Or the fact that we’re the Heart of America. Wow, we really have a lot of heart.

No, we’re talking about “like like” love, specifically love languages, and how they can help you prep for the most romantic day of the year. Here are our recommendations for activities + places around Kansas City based on your love language.

(Psst, hey singles. Keep an eye on your inbox — we’ll have Valentine’s plans for you, too.)

Physical Touch

  • If there’s nothing you like more than a good hug from a loved one or cuddling on the couch with a glass of wine, we recommend taking a class with KC Clay Guild and living out your “Ghost” fantasy.

Acts of Service

  • If the way you express your love is by doing helpful things for others (Think: helping with the dishes, opening doors, or running errands), we suggest a volunteer date to satisfy that giving heart. You can check out Uncover KC for all kinds of opportunities to lend a helping hand.
Display at Oracle Natural Sciences with crystals, incense, and taxidermy.

Don’t tell anyone, but this is where Editor Dayten is going gift shopping. | Photo by KCtoday at Oracle

Receiving Gifts

  • If you think of gifts as symbolic of love and affection, you’re in luck. There’s no shortage when it comes to shopping for gifts in KC. From the diehard local like Kansas City Box and Made in KC, to the cool + quirky like Oracle Natural Science, to any of the artisans in VisitKC’s guide of locally crafted goods, there’s something for everyone.

Quality Time

Words of Affirmation

  • If you are someone that loves verbal or written compliments expressing love and appreciation, hear the poets at Kansas City Poetry Slam and take notes, or grab Hallmark stationary or a letter writing set from HAMMERPRESS.

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