How to Not Celebrate Valentine's Day

Feeling the love this Valentine's Day? If you are, keep scrolling - this article is for the people currently referring to the holiday as "Singles Awareness Day." Maybe you're depressed about being single, or maybe you're just not looking for love this year - either way, you're probably dreading those gross sugary hearts and the chocolates you might or might not get from your "Secret Admirer" (who's probably you, or worse, your own parents trying to make you feel better!) - but whatever your situation, here's a list of things to do this Valentine's Day - singles' style.

Hang out with your friends. Being around other single people will always boost your spirits, especially if they're your buddies. You can laugh and make fun of the Valentines that never were, or reminisce in old memories, or just laugh the night and day away - before you know it, Valentine's will be over!
Destroy something. This article just took a sharp turn, true... but it works! Burn a love note from an ex, or scratch his or her face out of pictures. If you're really extravagant (or really heartbroken), shoot up a few clay pigeons at a shooting range.
Make snarky Valentine's cards, and exchange them with your friends. Write something silly like "Cupid is Stupid." If you're not too creative, buy the generic cards from Hallmark and feed them to a paper shredder - or to your dog!
Camp inside. Snuggle in some blankets, make some hot cocoa or coffee, and watch a few of your favorite movies. You could even invite your friends over and watch that cheesy sci-fi show that you've secretly been watching without them!
Hold an angry poetry slam. This is a great activity if you've got some creative - or angry - friends. Call them over, and have everyone read their favorite angry poems. It's a great way to vent and have fun at the same time.
Go on a date with yourself. There's no rule saying you can't be your own Valentine this year! Go to the spa, get a dinner for one, play your favorite games... Even send yourself flowers and chocolate if you're really desperate and just dying to show off to your friends!
Celebrate! Chances are that you're not the only one against the holiday, and lucky for you, the Park City Library is holding an Anti-Valentine's Un-Celebration, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM on Friday, the 12th. If you're feeling more bitter than sweet, join for sarcastic, broken-heart crafts, and snacks if you're feeling "hangry."
Netflix. If all else fails, there is always Netflix. Netflix will always be there for you.