If you know or have any kids who like to hear stories and might like to join in the Valentine’s mood at the same time, you can bring them to the special Valentine’s story times at the El Cerrito and Kensington libraries.

And if they’d also like to make a Valentine with a cupcake recipe, then the Kensington library event is the place to be.

This Saturday, Feb. 11, at 11:15 a.m. the Kensington Library will host “Valentine’s Day Craft and Stories,” with children’s librarian Jackie Overlid. Kids can create their own Valentine with a cupcake theme and cupcake recipe.

On Monday, Feb. 13, at 7 p.m., the "Family Picture Book Storytime" at El Cerrito Library will include stories and songs devoted to the Valentine’s theme with children’s librarian Erica Thatcher.

For more information on the Kensington Library’s event, call 510-524-3043. For the El Cerrito Library event, call 510-526-7512.