Looking for easy Valentine's gifts in Milwaukee? If you are romantically inclined, but perhaps not creatively so, don't forget the good old standbys of chocolate and flowers.

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Just for fun, since it's almost Valentine's Day and all, why not take a love quiz while you're at it: Are You Soulmates? If you're not, maybe there's no need to buy that candy anyway...

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Thinking about going to college at one of the Milwaukee area's great schools? There are many to choose from, each with something unique to offer, and January is a key time to apply to beat the rush. Read on to find out more about Milwaukee Area Colleges and Universities.

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Milwaukee residents living near Kletzsch Park have an unusual source for reading materials: The Little Free Library. This tiny orange library is located on a post just feet from the Milwaukee River Parkway, in front of the Kletzsch Park office building. Rules for using the library are simple: Take one, and leave one!

If you can't find what you want in the tiny library (which probably can only house about 20 books at once), you can always check a local branch of the City of Milwaukee Public Library System, or a Milwaukee County Suburban Library to find something to your tastes.

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While Wisconsin certainly isn't known for its mountains, that doesn't mean fans of snow sports can't find at least a few slopes on which to ski or snowboard. This list of skiing and snowboarding spots within 125 miles -- or about two hours drive time -- of Milwaukee will help you find the perfect place to test the powder. Read on!

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