San Jose Repertory Theatre presents Double Indemnity. Based on the influential 1943 crime novel of the same name and set in the dark and seedy streets of Los Angeles, this play by James M. Cain is a thrilling tale of love, murder and manipulation. (San Jose: thru Feb 5)

Theatreworks presents The Pitmen Painters, another comic drama from the author of Billy Elliot. This charming play by Lee Hall tells the true story of a group of miners in 1930s England who take up painting and become the unlikely sensations of the British art world. (Mountain View: thru Feb 12)

City Lights Theatre Co presents Aphrodisiac by Rob Handel. A congressman is accused of sexual improprieties and his intern is missing, but this time, it’s personal. Power politics take a turn for the absurd when a brother and sister seek out the truth about their accused politician father in this thrilling play, loosely based on actual events. (San Jose: thru Feb 19)

Bay Area Pet Expo Pet lovers unite at this free expo, where owners and their furry friends are invited to learn about the latest pet training and care, enter prize giveaways, enjoy live entertainment and save money on pet products. (Santa Clara: Feb 4)

VALENTINE'S DAY EVENTS

Treat yourself to an elegant dinner and a show at Le Papillon's Valentine's Day Celebration Dinner, a three-course modern French pix fixe meal served at historic Villa Montalvo, followed by an evening with vocalist Spencer Day at the intimate Carriage House Theatre. (Saratoga: Feb 11)

Indulge in a Valentine's Day Chocolate & Wine Dinner at J. Lohr Vineyards. A six-course chocolate themed dinner catered by Restaurant 0 is paired with J. Lohr wines. (San Jose: Feb 14)

Join renowned chef Bradley Ogden at Parcel 104 for a Valentine's dinner to remember. Celebrated for their inventive menus using seasonal ingredients and from local growers, ranches and dairies, Parcel 104 offers a three-course prix fixe dinner with wine pairings. (Santa Clara: Feb 14)

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