The Romero Club hosted a Valentine’s Day party at Rock Spring Village in Forest Hill for the elderly on Feb. 14.

During the event, the Romero Club provided snacks and decorations. Residents also received a valentine made by members of the Romero Club. Pin the arrow on the heart, similar to pin the tail on the donkey, was also played.

Most importantly, “the main focus was companionship,” according to Romero Club moderator and religion teacher Elise Gower. “It’s all about spending time with the residents, since we are called to be with others.”

Thirteen students attended to spend time with the individuals and share their holiday with the community.

“Instead of thinking about ourselves and if we have a Valentine, we think about bringing love to other people,” Romero Club President junior Jessie Clingerman said.

“My favorite part was talking to the residents and really getting to know them,” junior Kate Rizzieri said. “It was so much fun.”

In previous years, the Romero Club has hosted similar events for Valentine’s Day. However, the club has never hosted the party at Rock Spring Village.

Next year, the Romero Club hopes to hold another event for Valentine’s Day. “Service is all about forming relationships so we really hope to keep in touch with the residents at Rock Spring Village,” Gower said.

Sydney Setree is a Managing Editor for The Patriot and jcpatriot.com.