BENICIA - Men of Worth In Concert. Celtic music sponsored by Benicia Historical Museum. Time: 8 p.m. . Location: Stone Hall, Benicia Historical Museum Office, 2060 Camel Rd., Benicia, CA. 745 5435. beniciahistoricalmuseum

BODEGA BAY - Chowder Day in Bodega Bay 8th annual contest. Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Visitors Center at 850 Highway One, located next to the Tides 76 gas station. Enjoy great clam chowder and a fun time. Any questions please the Sonoma Coast Visitors Center 707-875-3866

CAMBRIA - Art & Wine Festival Jan 28 - 30, 2011. Wine Tasting, Auctions, Raffles and Art Faire. Three day event features Friday night kick-off party, Saturday and Sunday events that include wine tasting and art. seecambria

INDIO - Southwest Arts Festival Jan 28-30, 2011 indiochamber

Now in its 25th year (founded in 1986) the event is hosted at a Coachella Valley landmark, Empire Polo Club in Indio. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / 3 day pass. The area's largest 3-day art show features over 275 acclaimed artists. There will be entertainment and refreshments sold by vendors. Address: 81-800 Avenue 51 Monroe and Avenue 51, Indio, California.

LAKE FOREST - Snow Fest 2011 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. lakeforestca

Let it snow in Lake Forest where the weather is warm and snow only arrives by truck. The annual City of Lake Forest wintertime tradition--snow laden slopes at Pittsford Park--is a one day only special event. Sleds and saucers will be available for you and your family to slide down Mount Pittsford. There will also be a free snow play area for kids 5 and under open during the entire event. Food and drinks will be available for a nominal fee. Pre-registration is mandatory. Everyone who sleds down the hill must have a pre-purchased wristband. Children under five are required to ride with an adult. Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. /sledder. Location: Pittsford Park, 21701 Pittsford Dr., Lake Forest, CA. 461-3450.

LONG BEACH Loving Repeating Play Jan 21 - Feb 13, 2011

Performances run Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays @ 8 pm and Sundays @ 2 pm, January 21 through February 13. Tickets are 7 on Thursdays, and 4 on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, except opening night which is and includes a reception with the actors following the performance. Preview performances take place on Tuesday, January 18; Wednesday, January 19; and Thursday, January 20 at 8 pm. Preview tickets are 9.

International City Theatre is located in the Long Beach Performing Arts Center at 300 E. Ocean Boulevard in Long Beach. For reservations and information, the ICT Box Office at 436-4610. InternationalCityTheatre . more info

PLACERVILLE - Bring out the Barrel

Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at El Dorado County Wineries, Placerville, CA Discover the nuances of a new vintage by joining 25 of El Dorado's award-winning winemakers in their cellars for a weekend of barrel tasting. Wine lovers of all levels will get a special preview of extraordinary vintages, as well as the opportunity to learn more from local vintners. Enjoy wine samples straight from the barrel as well as older vintages, special wine sales, light food pairings, and demonstrations. in advance; 5 thereafter. Four-Pak: Buy four tickets for the price of three. Sunday only: 5 advance; thereafter. Desig Phone: 306-3956. eldoradowines

SAN FRANCISCO - Dine About Town Jan. 15 - 31, 2011 dineabouttown

Participating restaurants include Bisou Bistro, Comstock Saloon, E'Tutto Qua, First Crush, Fish & Farm, Forbes Island, Garcon, Hyde Street Bistro, Luce, Ponsu, Roy's, Ruth's Chris, SILKS, Sociale, Swell, Tommy Toy's, Urban Tavern, Velvet Room and Waterbar.

Participating wineries and beverage stations include Chateau Montelena Winery, Domaine Chandon, Stolichnaya Vodka, Thirsty Bear Brewing Company, Treasure Island Wines, The Winery, San Francisco and Wente Vineyards.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO - Mission Viejo Round Up - Branding San Juan Capistrano, CA. flyingurodeo

SAN RAFAEL -Gem Faire Jan. 28 - 30, 2011

Over 100 exhibitors at this annual gem faire event. Jan 28 to Jan 30 Marin Center/Exhibit Hall 10 Avenue of the Flags ( 94903 ) Classes & demonstrations: Bead spinner & wire working by Majesta M. Fri. 12noon-7pm Sat. 10am-6pm Sun. 10am-5pm General admission weekend pass Children under 12 gemfaire

SANTA CRUZ - Monarch Butterfly Tour

Visitors can take Monarch Butterfly Tours at Natural Bridges State Beach. These walks take place during the winter months, when migrating monarchs come to Santa Cruz. The monarchs are migrating from their over-wintering sites along this portion of the coast and heading north, south and east. Public tours are offered on weekends in January and no reservations are necessary. Meet at the Visitor Center for the hour-long program. Monarch migration is variable, you may wish to before you visit to check the current population 423-4609. Time: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Location: West Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA.