ANAHEIM - Anaheim Spring Carnival  March 1 - 4,  2012  includes entertainment, activities and attractions include: arts, crafts and vendors. anaheimmarketplace.com

BERKELEY - Irvin Mayfield & the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, concert. Big Band scores by Duke Ellington and Count Basie. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $20 up. Location:  UC Berkeley, 101 Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org

BEVERLY HILLS - Inaugural Signature Wine Auction, March 2 - 3, 2012 . Heritage Auctions presents its inaugural Signature Wine auction  featuring fine and rare wine for sale at public auction. wine.ha.com

CALISTOGA - Mustard, Music A Calistoga Jazz Festival Saturday & Sunday March 3 & 4, 2012, 12 Noon to 6 p.m.   Downtown Calistoga features live jazz in a variety of venues as you stroll through galleries and shops and dine at local pubs and restaurants. Take time to slip into a mud bath at one of Calistoga's world famous spas. The festival's music lineup features some of the best jazz bands and artists in the Bay Area. For more information call the Calistoga Chamber of Commerce at (707) 942-6333. calistogavisitors.com

CONCORD - The Bead & Boutique Arts Show, March 2 -4, 2012. Open to the public, this event specializes in one-of-a-kind works of art, beads, jewelry supplies, & vintage items. It takes up the entire hotel with 200 artisan boutiques, galleries and merchant displays showcasing original artistic beads, handsewn clothing, gemstones, jewelry designs, ethnographic art, handwoven textiles, embellishments, antiquities and collectibles from all over the world. Attendees may shop, buy direct from artisans and wholesale merchants, and take workshops taught by award winning teachers in such techniques as jewelry design, metal and wire work, glass clay, soldering, mixed media, chainmaille, and more. Cost: $10 admission. Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily.  Location: Hilton Concord, 1970 Diamond Blvd, Concord, CA. Complimentary on-site parking. beadandboutique.com.

COSTA MESA - Traces, circus-style show February 28 - March 4. The acclaimed show by the Montreal-based troupe 7 Fingers, will perform at Segerstrom Center for the Arts for a limited one-week engagement Fusing the traditions of circus with the energy of street performance, the artists of TRACES employ every trick in the book - from music, dance and illustration to skateboarding, basketball, and high-risk acrobatics - to make a lasting impression. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714)556.2787. scfta.org

DANA POINT  Festival of Whales  Mar 3 -4, 10-11 , 2012   dpfestivalofwhales.com. Event includes 2 car shows, parade, Grunion 10K Run, Rubber Ducky Derby, Outrigger Race, Family Hikes, Boat and Ship Rides, Sandcastle Contest and more! 

DEL MAR -Gem Faire March 2-4 , 2012

 Del Mar Fairgrounds/Bing Crosby Hall 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. ( 92014 ) Classes & demonstrations: Bead spinner & wire working by Majesta M Bead classes with Donna Palmer Over 70 exhibitors. Time: Friday, Noon-6:00PM Saturday, 10:00AM-6:00PM Sunday, 10:00AM-5:00PM Price: $7.00 (children 12 and younger free) Event website has a two-for-one admission special Location: Exhibit Hall Parking: $9.00 (refund available) Gem Faire, established in 1989, has become a world-renowned marketplace for the finest in gemstones, beads, jewelry, minerals, fossils, meteorites, lapidary equipment, metaphysical items and much more at the lowest prices in today’s market. Workshops and classes also are offered; see the event website for more information. Participating vendors will deduct the $9.00 parking fee from a purchase. For more information, please contact: gemfaire.com

 Dealers include: Alebelle Gem & Jewelry, All Star Gem, AmeriAsian Business Corp., AmeriTool, Inc., Amulete Unlimited, Beads & Crafts, Beads & Magic Wishes, Beads U Need, BeadsLand, Bijou Amani, Blue Gem Trading Co, Close-Out Depot/Elite Investment Group, Commercial Resources Corp, E Z Trading, Elegant Gems, Forever Silvers, Frank Import Trading, Fu Cheung Natural Stone Fine Art, Fusionglass Co, Gemstones of Africa, Global Sourcing, Goddess, Himalaya's Legend, Himalayan Design, Himalayan Essentials, Jewels Bazaar Inc./Sunmattee Jewelers, Kahn Grand Import And Export, Kahn-Fagan, King Mike Mining Inc, La Maya Imports, La Source Gems, Inc, Lan's Beads International, Liza Wataghani, Majesta M Collection, Ming's Trading Co, P R Jewelry, Palam Inc, Pearl Creation Inc, Royal Quality Gem, Inc., Saad's (SIW) Jewelry, Silver Sky, Sister Stones, Smooth Gem, Inc, StarWest Enterprises, Inc, Stone Town, Sun Light Gems, Tenzin and Pasang, Thunder One, The (Liang Yu), Trans International, Wingo, Yong Jia Company.  (subject to change)

DEL MAR - Spring Home/Garden Show March 2-4, 2012. The San Diego Spring Home/Garden Show has hundreds of different exhibits including home improvement products, furnishings, decorating and remodeling ideas, garden... entertainment, activities and attractions include: arts, crafts and vendors. Hundreds of exhibits of home improvement products and remodeling ideas.Time: Friday, 11 AM-6 PM Saturday, 10:00AM-6:00PM Sunday, 10 AM-5 PM Price: Adults $8.00; Younger than 12, free Seniors $1 - Friday only After 3 PM, $6  Location: O'Brien Hall and Bing Crosby Hall Parking: $9.00 Hundreds of exhibits of home improvement products and remodeling ideas. Information for exhibitors :858-350-3738 sandiegohomegardenshows.com

MODESTO -  Stanislaus County Home and Garden Show March 2 - 4, 2012, Friday 12Noon-6pm; Saturday: 10am-5pm; Sunday: 10am-5pm. entertainment, activities and attractions include: arts, crafts and vendors. Location: Modesto Centre Plaza, Modesto California. metroexpositions.com

MONTEREY -  The Jazz Bash by the Bay March 2-4, 2012  dixieland-monterey.com  Jazz Bash mix of music and dancing are some special features we've sprinkled throughout the weekend. Tickets: $21 - 99 (3 day pass)

MURPHYS - Ironstone Vineyards Spring Obsession Art Show Mar 3 - 4, 2012 open to public. Cooking Demonstrations. Art in Action exhibition area. Art Show and Sale open to the public... entertainment, activities and attractions include: arts, crafts, and food vendors.  ironstonevineyards.com

NEWPORT BEACH - America by Bicycle Winter Oasis Tour, February 26 -  March 3, 2012. America by Bicycle presents the Winter Oasis Tour! February 26 - March 3, 2012 This 5 day tour of California will pack in beaches, mountains, desert, and wine country in a bicycle Ride starting and finishing in Orange County. This off season getaway is a boon to enjoy fewer crowds, cooler temps, cheaper airfare, and the perfect trip to jump-start your cycling season! registration @abbike.com Call: (888) 797-7057. see more bike events

NEWARK - Mineral and Gem Show March 2-4, 2012. Every year  the Society hosts a Mineral and Gem show at The Newark Pavilion in Newark, California.  Friday 10AM - 6PM * Saturday  10AM - 6PM * Sunday -  10AM - 5PM *   Day Pass for $6.  During the entire show:  Dealers in the halls, Special Large Fossil Display, Largest Fluorescent Mineral Display in Northern California displayed in a special darkroom,  Live Auction on Sunday at 2PM. Visit  Demonstration Room to view the lapidary arts in progress & join our club. Educational dislays located in the main hall. Rock Spinning Wheel for kids only - Spin the wheel and get gemstones (in the courtyard)   Snack bar & Cafeteria, Door Prizes every half hour, Free parking & Children under 13 admitted free when accompanied by an adult.    mgscv.org

NEWPORT BEACH - Whale Watching - Newport Landing Whale Watching. Time: 10 a.m., 1 p.m. Take a 2.5 hour cruise to whale watch off the Southern California coast. Location: Newport Harbor, 309 Palm St., Newport Beach, CA. (located on Balboa peninsula next to Balboa Pavilion)

RANCHO PALOS VERDES - Whale of a Day. Sponsored by Los Serenos, enjoy the beautiful Rancho Palos Verdes annual  celebration co-sponsored by the city or RPV and the docents of Los Serenos de Point Vicente. The celebration is held on the first Saturday of March each year. Time:   10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Free. Location:  Point Vicente Interpretive Center, 31501 Palos Verdes Drive West--parking at Rancho Palos Verdes City Hall,  30940 Hawthorne Blvd., 
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. losserenos.org

REDWOOD  CITY - Brig Lady Washington and Topsail Ketch Hawaiian Chieftain, tours.  have arrived at the  and they are berthed near the Port of Redwood City near port offices on Seaport Boulevard, the ships are scheduled to stay in Redwood City through March 7. Walk-on tours. $3 donation per person. No reservation required. See schedule: historicalseaport.org

SAN DIEGO - Ocean Beach Kite Festival.  Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Ocean Beach Recreation Center, 4726 Santa Monica Ave., San Diego, CA (between Sunset Cliffs Blvd. and Ebers St.) oceanbeachkiwanis.org 

SAN DIEGO - Montgomery Waller Community Park Carnival.  Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, snacks, and a computer portrait novelty booth where you can all squeeze in for a strip of photos. Time 5 - 11 p.m. Cost: $2, age 6 & under free.  Location Montgomery Waller Community Park, 3020 Coronado Ave., San Diego, CA. Call:  (760) 735-8542. amusements.com

SAN DIEGO - Old Town Saturday Market. Interesting art, gifts, Clothing, jewelry, pottery, and one-of-a-kind creations. You may find something here that you won't find anywhere else. Admission: None.  Location: Harney Street (between San Diego Ave. & Congress St.), San Diego, CA. Call: (619) 291-4903.

SAN DIEGO -   5K Urban Health Awareness Run & Fair.  This 5K run - walk begins at the tree-lined Chollas Lake and finishes at the Jacobs Center where the event concludes with a food & health fair.  Admission: $20, participants park at the Jacob Center and are transported to Chollas Lake.  Location: Chollas View - 54th St. - Euclid Ave. - Market St. - Market Creek Place - Jacobs Center. Call: (619) 392-0203.  sdurbanrun-walk.org.

SAN FRANCISCO - Chocolate Salon   March 2-4, 2012  to wine shows, this event has grown to include wine samplings with chocolate desserts and tastings. Flat fee ticket. Held at Fort Mason Festival Pavilion. sfchocolatesalon.com

SANGER - Blossom Days Festival
March 3, 2012 Sanger, CA The 24th Annual Blossom Day Festival will be held on Saturday   in downtown Sanger at 7th and   N  ... entertainment, activities and attractions include:  music, art, crafts, food, vendors.

SHELL BEACH - World of Pinot Noir  March 2-3, 2012. Two days of in-depth Tasting Seminars, Grand Tastings, a Featured Tasting with a guest Burgundian producer and two Gala Pinot Noir Dinners featuring prominent guest chefs. Hosted by participating wineries and feature an outstanding panel of sommeliers from across the U.S. worldofpinotnoir.com   

STANFORD -  Angelique Kidjo, concert. West African music, funk, contemporary pop, and more, in one of the world's most magnetic live performances. Hailed as Africa's premier diva, Kidjo has garnered a Grammy and an NAACP Image Award. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $19-38. Address: Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 450 Serra Mall, Stanford, CA. Tel: (650) 725-2787. livelyarts.stanford.edu

TEMECULA - Wine Festival & Chocolate Decadence, March  2-3, 2012.     Held in the Pechanga Casino Resort Grand Ballroom, the event showcase the Valley's wines paired with the resort's chocolate desserts they are known for. Ticket: $75. pechanga.com