March 2012 California Events Calendar

California Events

California Events March 2012

Thursday March 1, 2012 - Events for March 1

ANAHEIM - Anaheim Spring Carnival March 1 - 4, 2012 includes entertainment, activities and attractions include: arts, crafts and vendors. anaheimmarketplace.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
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)
OAKLAND - Disney On Ice presents Toy Story 3, February 29 - March 1, 2012. The toys are back in town! Disney On Ice presents Disney Pixar's Toy Story 3. Location: Oracle Arena, Oakland, CA. coliseum.com
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 - 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 - Amy Obenski's Carbon Conscious Music Tour. With music as her guide, Amy Obenski is crossing the U.S and France on a Carbon Conscious tour. The goal is to raise awareness about the links between climate change and deforestation. Her songs are more based on reflections of every day life than environmental musings. But the haunting and ethereal style of Amy's songs has drawn the attention of audiences and critics alike. Her track, Carousel, from Amy's second album, Kite, was featured in the TV show, Grey's Anatomy, and numerous other tracks have been used regularly for programs on MTV. Doors Open at 9:00 PM, Cost $5 ,The Tin Can, 1863 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101. amyobenski.com

Friday March 2, 2012 - Events for March 2

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
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
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.comanswer
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
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

Saturday March 3, 2012 - Events for March 3

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
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
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
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
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
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 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.comanswer
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
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
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

Sunday March 4, 2012 - Events for March 4

BERKELEY - Wolfgang Holzmair, concert. Austrian baritone's latest works include Winterreise. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $48 up. Location: UC Berkeley, Hertz Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org
CALISTOGA - Mustard, Mud & 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, hand sewn clothing, gemstones, jewelry designs, ethnographic art, hand-woven 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
POMONA - Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show. Hundreds of vendors in over 2,500 vendor spaces selling tons of hard to find car parts and accessories at low swap meet prices. Thousands of original and restored vehicles (many for sale, some just for show) from all across the country are displayed by their owners in five distinct Cars for Show & Sale Areas: Pre 1975 Classics, Corvettes, Porsches, Pre 1959 Street Rods and Pre 1975 Volkswagens. The event attracts a diverse and international audience, with up to 20,000 spectators each show. Since 1975, millions of classic car enthusiasts have come from around the globe to the West Coast's Largest Classic Car, Corvette, Porsche, Street Rod & Volkswagen Swap Meet & Car Show. Car parts, accessories, customs and classics are all available to those who come to buy, come to sell and come to look. General admission is $8, children 12 and younger admitted free. Parking is at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive, Pomona CA. pomonaswapmeet.com
RIVERSIDE - Brideworld.   Shop and compare wedding products and services with 90 vendors. Tim: 10am-4pm. $10 admission. Location: Riverside Convention Center, 3443 Orange St. Riverside, CA (951) 346-4700. brideworld.com
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.comanswer
STANFORD - Lionheart with American Contemporary Music Ensemble, concert. 10 musicians include six male vocalists and four leading string players from New York's contemporary music scene ( perform Latin to American hymnody, psalm tunes to the blues in works by American composers Phil Kline and Ingram Marshall. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $19-42. Address: Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 450 Serra Mall, Stanford, CA. Tel: (650) 725-2787. livelyarts.stanford.edu
VENTURA - Putting Down Roots - Ventura County's Early Immigrant Farmers, exhibit reception. Event includes screenings of the 1936 Dust Bowl documentary "The Plow That Broke the Plains." Time: 2 - 4 p.m. Free admission. Exhibit runs through May 20 in the Finch Family Gallery.   Location: The Museum of Ventura County Agriculture Museum, 926 Railroad Avenue, Santa Paula, California. Hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. $4 adult, $3 senior, $1 age 6-17. Call (805) 525-3100. venturamuseum.org

Monday March 5, 2012 - Events for March 5

Tuesday March 6, 2012 - Events for March 6

COSTA MESA - Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, March 6 - 11, 2012. Segerstrom Hall Tickets $16-90. Location: 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA. scfta.org
Robert Battle, Artistic Director Masazumi Chaya, Associate Artistic Director. March 6 & 9 at 7:30 p.m. and March 11 at 2 p.m. Arden Court, Home, Takademe , Revelations
March 7 & 10 at 7:30 p.m. Streams , Urban Folk Dance , Minus 16 , Revelations
March 8 at 7:30 p.m. and March 10 at 2:00 p.m. Night Creature , The Hunt, Memorial, Revelations.

Wednesday March 7, 2012 - Events for March 7

BERKELEY - Garrison Keillor, an Evening with Prairie Home Companion storyteller. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $20 up. Location: UC Berkeley, 101 Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org
COSTA MESA - Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, March 6 - 11, 2012. Segerstrom Hall Tickets $16-90. Location: 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA. scfta.org
Robert Battle, Artistic Director Masazumi Chaya, Associate Artistic Director. March 6 & 9 at 7:30 p.m. and March 11 at 2 p.m. Arden Court, Home, Takademe , Revelations
March 7 & 10 at 7:30 p.m. Streams , Urban Folk Dance , Minus 16 , Revelations
March 8 at 7:30 p.m. and March 10 at 2:00 p.m. Night Creature , The Hunt, Memorial, Revelations.

Thursday March 8, 2012 - Events for March 8

BERKELEY - Danu, concert. Traditional Irish music with tin whistle, flute, button accordion and vocals. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $20 up. Location: UC Berkeley, 101 Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org
COSTA MESA - Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, March 6 - 11, 2012. Night Creature , The Hunt, Memorial, Revelations. Time: 7:30 p.m. Segerstrom Hall Tickets $16-90. Location: 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA. scfta.org
LAGUNA BEACH -Laguna Beach a la Carte -- A Food & Wine Experience, March 8-11, 2012. lagunabeachfoodies.com
POMONA - Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival, March 8 - 10, 2012, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. At the Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival you will find a wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in one or more of the many Make and Take workshops or FREE educational seminars. Free admission Location: Fairplex, Building 6, Pomona, CA. Call (801) 463-1200. fairplex.com
STANFORD - Jaap Blonk, concert. Dutch vocalist performs his new work, Polyphtong, for live electronics and voice. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: CCRMA Stage, Knoll (05-300), 660 Lomita Ct., Stanford, CA. Tel: (650) 725-2787. livelyarts.stanford.edu

Friday March 9, 2012 - Events for March9

EL CENTRO - Blue Angels Air Pre-Show Food Festival and Party. NAF EL Centro Annual Air Show 15th Annual Entertainment & Food Festival is held at NAF El Centro Hangar 6. Sample food from local Imperial Valley Restaurants, listen to live entertainment and enjoy fireworks and more. Public invited and admission is free. Stick around afterward for the Pre-Air Show Party at the Sun Downer Club. Event begins at 5:30 p.m. Call (760) 339-2380 for info. mwrtoday.com/elcentroairshow
LAGUNA BEACH -Laguna Beach a la Carte -- A Food & Wine Experience, March 8-11, 2012. lagunabeachfoodies.com
LOS ANGELES - Stew & The Negro Problem, concert. Before winning a Tony for their Broadway musical Passing Strange, L.A. native Stew and his collaborator Heidi Rodewald rose through the ranks of the local indie scene with their Afro-Baroque band The Negro Problem. Cost: $15 up. Time: 8 p.m. Location: UCLA, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Drive, Los Angeles, CA. Ticket Office: (310) 825-2101. uclalive.org.
POMONA - Los Angeles County Irish Fair & Music Festival, March 9-10, 2012. Location: Fairplex at the Pomona Fairgrounds, 1101 West Mc Kinley Avenue, Pomona, CA 91766. Cost: $18-28. la-irishfair.com
POMONA - Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival, March 8 - 10, 2012, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. At the Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival you will find a wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in one or more of the many Make and Take workshops or FREE educational seminars. Free admission Location: Fairplex, Building 6, Pomona, CA. Call (801) 463-1200. fairplex.com
SONORA - Sonora Celtic Faire, March 9-11, 2012. Annual event features top Irish, Celtic bands, jousting, vendors, foods, Highland games and many activities and entertainment for all ages.

Saturday March 10, 2012 - Events for March 10

BERKELEY - Ton Koopman and the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir, concert. Bach's Mass in B Minor. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $30 up. Location: UC Berkeley, 101 Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org
COSTA MESA - Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, March 6 - 11, 2012. Night Creature , The Hunt, Memorial, Revelations. Time: 7:30 p.m. Segerstrom Hall Tickets $16-90. Location: 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA. scfta.org
DEL MAR -Crossroads of the West Gun Show March 10 - 11, 2012. Time: Saturday, 9 a.m. -5:00PM Sunday, 9 a.m. -4 p.m. Admission: $12; free under age 12. $1 off coupon on event Web site Location: O'Brien Hall Parking: $9. crossroadsgunshows.com
EL CENTRO - Blue Angels Air Show NAF EL Centro Annual Air Show NAF El Centro, CA blueangels.navy.mil / mwrtoday.com/elcentroairshow
LAGUNA BEACH -Laguna Beach a la Carte -- A Food & Wine Experience, March 8-11, 2012.   lagunabeachfoodies.com
LOS ANGELES - Royce Hall Organ and Silent Film featuring Steven Ball. Acclaimed organist and Fulbright scholar Steven Ball, widely known for his aptitude in silent-film composition, sets a live score to Tillie's Punctured Romance, which film historians believe may be the first full-length comedy ever. The 1914 film stars Charlie Chaplin and also marks the screen debut of Marie Dressler, popular stage actress of the time. The film is a rarely seen treasure that was preserved in 2004 by UCLA Film and Television Archive. Cost: $15 up. Time: 8 p.m. Location: UCLA, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Drive, Los Angeles, CA. Ticket Office: (310) 825-2101. uclalive.org
LOS ANGELES - Silverlake Art Craft & Vintage. The market is the second Saturday of every month. Location: Micheltorena Street Elementary School, 1511 Micheltorena St., Los Angeles, CA. Call: 323-467-0623. silverlakeartcraftvintage.com
MORGAN HILL - Kid Fest 2012. Parent Resources, Kids Retail and Merchandise, free fingerprinting & photo services by Operation Kidsafe, Kids Activities with Games & Prizes, Kid's Entertainment, Local Demonstrations, Raffle Prizes. First 500 attendees receive welcome bag. Cost: Free admission, free parking. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: Indoors at the Former Ross Store, 140 Cochrane Plaza, Cochrane Plaza Shopping Center, Morgan Hill, CA. southvalleykidfest.com
POMONA - Los Angeles County Irish Fair & Music Festival, March 10 -11, 2012. Location: Fairplex at the Pomona Fairgrounds, 1101 West Mc Kinley Avenue, Pomona, CA 91766. Cost: $18-28. la-irishfair.com
POMONA - Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival, March 8 - 10, 2012, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. At the Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival you will find a wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in one or more of the many Make and Take workshops or FREE educational seminars. Free admission Location: Fairplex, Building 6, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Call (801) 463-1200. fairplex.com
SAN DIEGO- San Diego Travel Expo March 10-11, 2012. San Diego Convention Center, 111 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA. sandiegotravelshow.net
SAN FRANCISCO - Contemporary Crafts Market, March 10-11, 2012. West Coast’s premiere event for functional and decorative crafts with distinctive works of over 200 of the nation’s finest artists and craftspeople, ranging from intricate jewelry, unique glassware and ceramics to hand-painted textiles, custom furniture, mixed-media creations and much more. All items on display and for sale have been jury-selected for their exceptional quality. Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Cost: $8, age 12 & under free. Location: Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion, San Francisco, CA. Call (415) 995-4925.   craftsource.org
SANTA BARBARA - Doll Club Show & Sale.
SAUSALITO -City Wide Yard Sale. With over 80 different booths to browse through, the Sausalito City Wide Yard sale is truly a fun place to come and find some useful home items, gifts or secret treasures! Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Cost: Free admission. Martin Luther King Parking Lot, 610 Coloma Street, Sausalito, CA.   The Sausalito Dog Park will be selling hot yummy food items to raise money for the park and there will be coffee donated by our local Starbucks in the morning so come early!
SONORA - Sonora Celtic Faire, March 9-11, 2012. Annual event features top Irish, Celtic bands, jousting, vendors, foods, Highland games and many activities and entertainment for all ages.
VISTA - Vista Civil War Reenactment, March 10th & 11th 2012. 12th Annual event features hundreds of uniformed combatants from the North & South clash in raging battles, recreated by some of the largest reenactment groups in California. Visitors will be given a first hand experience of the sights and sounds of America’s most costly war at the 40-acre museum. Location: The Antique Gas & Steam Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA. Phone : (760) 941-1791 Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day. goldcoastfestivals.com

Sunday March 11, 2012 - Events for March 11

BERKELEY - Murray Perahia, piano virtuoso. Bach- French Suite No. 5 in G major, BWV 816, Beethoven- Sonata No. 27 in E minor, Op. 90, Brahms- Klavierstucke, Op. 119, Schubert- Sonata in A major, Op. 120 (D. 664), Chopin- Polonaise in C-sharp minor, Op. 26, No. 1, Prelude in F-sharp minor, Op. 28, No. 8, Mazurka in C-sharp minor, Op. 30, No. 4;, Scherzo No. 3 in C-sharp minor, Op. 39 . Time: 3 p.m. Cost: $30 up. Location: UC Berkeley, 101 Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org
DEL MAR -Crossroads of the West Gun Show March 10 - 11, 2012. Time: Saturday, 9 a.m. -5:00PM Sunday, 9 a.m. -4 p.m. Admission: $12; free under age 12. $1 off coupon on event Web site Location: O'Brien Hall Parking: $9. crossroadsgunshows.com
ESPARTO - Capay Valley Almond Festival. Always held the 2nd Sunday in March, the festival takes part throughout Capay Valley. Fastest Little Nut Derby, 10 K Nut Run, Almond Baking Contest, Madison Fire Department Car Show, vendors, foods, contests, live entertainment and more. espartoregionalchamber.com
FERNDALE - Foggy Bottoms Milk Run. 35th Annual family run conducted by the Six Rivers Running Club since 1978 with three different courses through Ferndale farmlands to the Main Street finish line. Noon start for 4-mile and 10-mile courses; 2 p.m. for the 2-mile run. 10-mile course has no water crossings. 707-845-0001
LAGUNA BEACH -Laguna Beach a la Carte -- A Food & Wine Experience, March 8-11, 2012. lagunabeachfoodies.com
SAN DIEGO - San Diego Travel Expo March 10-11, 2012
San Diego Convention Center, 111 West Harbor Drive, San Diego
sandiegotravelshow.net
SAN FRANCISCO - Contemporary Crafts Market, March 10-11, 2012. West Coast’s premiere event for functional and decorative crafts with distinctive works of over 200 of the nation’s finest artists and craftspeople, ranging from intricate jewelry, unique glassware and ceramics to hand-painted textiles, custom furniture, mixed-media creations and much more. All items on display and for sale have been jury-selected for their exceptional quality. Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Cost: $8, age 12 & under free. Location: Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion, San Francisco, CA. Call (415) 995-4925. craftsource.org
SONORA - Sonora Celtic Faire, March 9-11, 2012. Annual event features top Irish, Celtic bands, jousting, vendors, foods, Highland games and many activities and entertainment for all ages.
STANFORD - St. Lawrence String Quartet, concert. All-Beethoven program includes Op.18, No.4, Op.59, No.1 and Op.127, the first of the celebrated late quartets, whose composition spanned the composer's final descent into deafness. Time: 2:30 p.m. Cost: $25-44. Address: Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 450 Serra Mall, Stanford, CA. Tel: (650) 725-2787. livelyarts.stanford.edu
VISTA - Vista Civil War Reenactment, March 10-11, 2012. 12th Annual event features hundreds of uniformed combatants from the North & South clash in raging battles, recreated by some of the largest reenactment groups in California. Visitors will be given a first hand experience of the sights and sounds of America’s most costly war at the 40-acre museum. Location: The Antique Gas & Steam Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA. Phone : (760) 941-1791 Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day. goldcoastfestivals.com

Monday March 12, 2012 - Events for March 12

Tuesday March 13, 2012 - Events for March 13

Wednesday March 14, 2012 - Events for March 14

Thursday March 15, 2012 - Events for March 15

Friday March 16, 2012 - Events for March 16

Saturday March 17, 2012 - Events for March 17

BERKELEY - Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre,   March 13-18, 2012.   March 13: Ohad Naharin: Minus 16, set to music ranging from Dean Martin to mambo, techno, and traditional Israeli. Rennie Harris: Home, music by Dennis Ferrer and Raphael Xavier, Ailey: Revelations, Paul Taylor: Arden Court, music by William Boyce, Robert Battle: Takademe, music by Sheila Chandra; The Hunt, music by Les Tambours du Bronx, Ulysses Dove: Urban Folk Dance and more. Time: 2 & 8 p.m. Cost: $30 up. Location: UC Berkeley, 101 Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org
COSTA MESA - Orange County Market Place St. Patrick's Day. Includes dancers from top Irish dance schools in California, entertainment, and lots of shopping and food. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA. ocmarketplace.com
COSTA MESA- Casablanca, a Symphony of the Movies. Pacific Symphony Richard Kaufman, conductor. Time: 8 p.m. Tickets $23-185.   Location: Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA. scfta.org
HERMOSA BEACH - St. Patrick's Day Parade – Begins on March 17, 2012 at 11 a.m. at Pier Avenue & Valley Drive. 7 block parade route begins at Valley Drive, travels down Pier Avenue and ends at the corner of Hermosa Avenue and 10th Street. Call: (310) 376-0951, hbchamber.net
MAMMOTH LAKES - Elevation 2012 Gay Ski Week Mar. 14 - 18, 2012. Elevation, the annual Mammoth Gay Ski Week, brings together people from across the country and the world, for a week of events that celebrate diversity, fun, and the best spring skiing and boarding in North America. Elevation celebrates its seventh year at Mammoth Mountain with more than 1500 riders, major parties, and zero attitude. The hottest guys on the West Coast (and beyond) converge on Mammoth Mountain in March for what is now the third largest gay ski week in North America. Location: Mammoth Lakes, California 93546. mammothgayski.com
MURPHYS - St. Patrick's Day Parade.
OAKLAND - Buki the Clown March 17 - March 18. Kids Enjoy Buki the Clown as she performs her way cool, magic show while making you laugh and giggle at her crazy antics! Time: 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. Location:   Children's Fairyland, Oakland, CA. fairyland.org
ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com
RICHMOND - Rakkasah West 2012, March 16-18, 2012. Middle Eastern dance and music festival. Location: Richmond Memorial Auditorium 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, CA. Hours: Friday March 16@ 7- 11 p.m. , $15; March 17 @ Noon - 11 p.m., $18;   March 18 @ Noon - 8 p.m.   $18. rakkasah.com
SAN DIEGO - St. Patrick's Day Festival & Parade. Parade route: Fifth Avenue and Juniper Street and proceeds North up Fifth Avenue from Juniper Street to Upas Street, over to Sixth Avenue and South on Sixth to Juniper Street.   Time: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. stpatsparade.org
SAN DIEGO - St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 17, 2012 marches down 5th Avenue & Junipero at 10:30 a.m., with the festival held at Balboa Park all day long. stpatsparade.org
SAN DIEGO - ShamROCK is a Gaslamp Quarter production to rival its Mardi Gras celebration. Does San Diego ever quit partying? 17th annual ShamROCK at Gaslamp Quarter on Saturday, March 17, 2012 goes from 2 p.m. to Midnight and is billed as the biggest Irish Celebration on the West Coast. Tickets: $35 pre, $45 day of. Buy: SanDiegoShamrock.com
SAN FRANCISCO - St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival. 161st Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday, March 17th, 2012, begins at 11:30 a.m. at corner of Second and Market all the way to City Hall. Largest event west of the Mississippi includes the free St. Patrick's Day Festival at Civic Center Plaza on Grove Street, Polk to Larkin Street, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. sresproductions.com
SANTA ANA -Santa Ana Fiesta Day, March 16-18, 2012. A city wide Fiesta. Featuring Giant Midway, Carnival Rides, Giant Food Court, Arts and Craft Vendors, Commercial vendors, and Exhibits. Bring the whole family for a day in the park. Free admission. Location: Jerome Park, Between Center and Raitt St. on McFadden, Santa Ana, CA.
SOLVANG - Taste of Solvang, March 16-18, 2012. A weekend of wine samples and food tastes.   SolvangUSA.com Cost: $75, weekend pass, pre-purchase HIGHLY recommended. Weekend Passport includes logo wine glass & souvenir canvas tote bag. Call 1-800-468-6765, ex. 103. solvangusa.com
TEMECULA - Old Town Temecula Bluegrass Festival March 16 - 18, 2012. Every March, 3rd Weekend. Old Town Temecula Bluegrass Festival - One of the Best Free Events in US. temeculacalifornia.com
VISALIA - St. Patrick's Day Parade. 2012. Parade begins at 11 a.m. at Garden, West on Main, North on Willis. Ends around 1 p.m. Post Parade Festivities at the Vintage Press. eventsvisalia.org
WEED - Sled Dog Races. Two days of racing events as teams from across the continent and Alaska compete. Location: Changes are being made, check for location & snow updates: siskiyousleddograces.com

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Sunday March 18, 2012 - Events for March 18

BERKELEY - Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre,   March 13-18, 2012.   March 13: Ohad Naharin: Minus 16, set to music ranging from Dean Martin to mambo, techno, and traditional Israeli. Rennie Harris: Home, music by Dennis Ferrer and Raphael Xavier, Ailey: Revelations, Paul Taylor: Arden Court, music by William Boyce, Robert Battle: Takademe, music by Sheila Chandra; The Hunt, music by Les Tambours du Bronx, Ulysses Dove: Urban Folk Dance and more. Time: 3 p.m. Cost: $30 up. Location: UC Berkeley, 101 Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org
KELSEYVILLE - Olive Oil Contest. Kelseyville Olive Festival Chacewater Wine Company Come enjoy a day of family fun dedicated to the ancient and majestic olive with olive mill tours, product samples, vendor booths, an olive pit spitting contest, local beer & wine tasting, a silent auction to benefit the Lake County California Women for Ag's AgVenture program, and a raffle to benefit the Kelseyville Education Foundation. Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: Chacewater Wine Company, Kelseyville More chacewaterwineco.com
MAMMOTH LAKES - Elevation 2012 Gay Ski Week Mar. 14 - 18, 2012. Elevation, the annual Mammoth Gay Ski Week, brings together people from across the country and the world, for a week of events that celebrate diversity, fun, and the best spring skiing and boarding in North America. Elevation celebrates its seventh year at Mammoth Mountain with more than 1500 riders, major parties, and zero attitude. The hottest guys on the West Coast (and beyond) converge on Mammoth Mountain in March for what is now the third largest gay ski week in North America. Location: Mammoth Lakes, California 93546. mammothgayski.com
OAKLAND - Buki the Clown March 17 - March 18. Kids Enjoy Buki the Clown as she performs her way cool, magic show while making you laugh and giggle at her crazy antics! Time: 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. Location:   Children's Fairyland, Oakland, CA. fairyland.org
ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com
POMONA - Everybody's Bird Mart. Find everything you and your birds need! Birds Cages Seed Feeders Nest Boxes Vitamins Toys Perches and much, much more! Time: 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cost: $7, age 11 years and younger free. Location: Fairplex, Pomona, CA. everybodysbirdmart.com
RICHMOND - Rakkasah West 2012, March 16-18, 2012. Middle Eastern dance and music festival. Location: Richmond Memorial Auditorium 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, CA. Hours: Friday March 16@ 7- 11 p.m. , $15; March 17 @ Noon - 11 p.m., $18;   March 18 @ Noon - 8 p.m.   $18. rakkasah.com
SANTA ANA -Santa Ana Fiesta Day, March 16-18, 2012. A city wide Fiesta. Featuring Giant Midway, Carnival Rides, Giant Food Court, Arts and Craft Vendors, Commercial vendors, and Exhibits. Bring the whole family for a day in the park. Free admission. Location: Jerome Park, Between Center and Raitt St. on McFadden, Santa Ana, CA.
SOLVANG - Taste of Solvang, March 16-18, 2012. A weekend of wine samples and food tastes.   SolvangUSA.com Cost: $75, weekend pass, pre-purchase HIGHLY recommended. Weekend Passport includes logo wine glass & souvenir canvas tote bag. Call 1-800-468-6765, ex. 103. solvangusa.com
TEMECULA - Old Town Temecula Bluegrass Festival March 16 - 18, 2012. Every March, 3rd Weekend. Old Town Temecula Bluegrass Festival - One of the Best Free Events in US. temeculacalifornia.com
WEED - Sled Dog Races. Two days of racing events as teams from across the continent and Alaska compete. Location: Deer Mountain Snowmobile Park, 17 miles east of Weed, CA. siskiyo races.com

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Monday March 19, 2012 - Events for March 19

ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO - Return of the Swallows. Ringing of the historic bells, Live mariachi music, Community presentations, Special Guest Lecture On Cliff Swallows, Mission Parish School performances, San Juan Elementary performances, History of St. Joseph's Day and Swallows Legend. Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $10 for Adults, $9 age 60+, $5 ages 4-11, and free age 3 and under. Address: 26801 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano, CA, missionsjc.com

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Tuesday March 20, 2012 - Events for March 20

ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com

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Wednesday March 21, 2012 - Events for March 21

ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com

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Thursday March 22, 2012 - Events for March 22

ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com
WOODSIDE - Filoli Special Thursdays. Stick around from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. and soak up the rich seasonal colors to paint or photograph the historic house and gardens. Special dates include: March 22, April 19, May 24, June 21, August 16, September 20 and October 18, 2012. Space is limited, pre-registration is highly recommended. Fee: $25, includes same day admission to Filoli. You are welcome to arrive anytime after 10 a.m. to visit the historic Filoli house and garden and scout locations for your next masterpiece. Location: 86 Canada Road, Woodside, CA. Phone (650) 364-8300. filoli.org

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Friday March 23, 2012 - Events for March 23

CARSON - US Soccer Series, March 23-27, 2012. Carson's Home Depot Center is hosting games in the U.S. Soccer series. Call: (310) 630-2000 or ticketmaster.com / ussoccer.com
ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com
SAN ANSELMO What’s Behind the Mystery of Crop Circles? Looking through a Jungian Lens…, lecture. Interested in Depth or Jungian Psychology or deeply intrigued by the mysterious symbolism of crop circles? Join likeminded others for an evening of conversation, refreshments & an engaging presentation "Jung, Crop Circles, and the Re-Emergence of the Archetypal Feminine"--a Jungian and Depth Psychology Alliance Meetup featuring speaker/author Gary Bobroff, M.A. Gary’s research into the intriguing and enigmatic phenomenon of crop circles has led him to a profound engagement of the imagination by looking through a Jungian psychological lens to understand the symbolism behind the mystery of crop circles which have been manifesting for centuries.
Time: 6:30- 9:30 p.m. Networking & refreshments from 6:30 to 7: 30, speaker starts at 7:30p.m.
Location: Flourish Chiropractic Studio, 247 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, San Anselmo, CA.
Cost with refreshments, mixer, & speaker: $30 by March 21, $35 after. Lecture only $20 by March 21, $25 after.
Register: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=l548rqeab&oeidk=a07e5iso675de0e55f8
LISTEN to an AUDIO Depth Psychology Alliance (depthpsychologyalliance.com) is an online community with over 1200 members who are interested in discussion, education, and integration of Jungian and depth psychological concepts and practices. This lecture is produced by Depth Insights (www.depthinsights.com), the media and production partner for Depth Psychology Alliance. "Crop circles have been a source of deepening wonder for many over the course of time. I spent a few days myself tramping through wheatfields in England last July to experience the phenomenon and am profoundly intrigued. I can't wait to see Gary's presentation." ~Bonnie Bright, Founder, Depth Psychology Aliance Everyone welcome! -- Come join us for an evening of good company, conversation, and learning. Have a psychology-oriented book to sell or an event coming up? Bring flyers to share or books to sell for the networking hour from 6:30 to 7:30!
INTERVIEW with Gary on Depth Insights Radio: www.depthinsights.com/pages/radio.htm#bobroff More about Gary Bobroff, M.A.: jungandcropcircles.net
SAN DIEGO -Kiki Raina Tahiti Fete, March 23-25, 2012. Tahitian Dance Competition and Cultural Festival Merced, CA Location: Merced County Fairgrounds. Call: (209) 726-1925. kikiraina.com
SANTA ROSA - California Artisan Cheese Festival. 6th annual event features artisan, hand-crafted (and often organic) cheeses–some of the finest in the world! Event is held March 23-25, 2012, with tours throughout the region (Sonoma County) and Cheese Festival Tasting on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets:  artisancheesefestival.com
SOUTH EL MONTE - Spring Fair, March 23 - April 8, 2012. 35th annual Annual largest Latin Easter Event in Los Angeles. With Paid Admission all Carnival Rides Free. Live Entertainment, Carnival Games, Exhibits, Large Food Court. Free Parking. Location: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, So El Monte, 60 Freeway & Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, CA. oentertainment.net

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Saturday March 24, 2012 - Events for March 24

BELMONT - Sidewalk Fine Arts Festival, March 24-25, 2012. Intimate venue featuring 25 artists at Carlmont Village Shopping Center, corner of Ralston Avenue and Alameda de las Pulgas on the Peninsula. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Free admission. pacificfinearts.com
BELMONT SHORE (Long Beach) - Chocolate Festival. This event takes place outdoors on 2nd Street in Belmont Shore. It includes some local restaurant participants and lots of chocolate vendors. Tickets are sold in booklets for tastings. Time: 4 p.m. belmontshore.org
BERKELEY - Eco Ensemble, concert. David Milnes conducts the spectacular Eco Ensemble, Berkeley's professional new music ensemble-in-residence. Matalon - Tunneling, Muhly - Clear Music, Lim- Songs Found In Dream, Einbond - What the Blind See. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $30 up. Location: UC Berkeley, Hertz Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org
CARSON - US Soccer Series, March 23-27, 2012. Carson's Home Depot Center is hosting games in the U.S. Soccer series. Call: (310) 630-2000 or ticketmaster.com / ussoccer.com
CEDARVILLE - Surprise Valley Squirrel Roundup March 24, 2012 surprisevalleychamber.com   Francisco.
LOS ANGELES - Noa, concert. Known in Israel as Achinoam Nini, the recording artist brings soulful voice and lyrical sensibility to her latest release, the critically acclaimed Israeli Songbook. Cost: $20. Time: 8 p.m. Location: UCLA, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Drive, Los Angeles, CA. Ticket Office: (310) 825-2101. uclalive.org
MORAGA - Spring Egg Hunt.
OAKLAND -Running Festival, March 24 - March 25. Oakland Running Festival brings both marathon runners and first-time racers from all over the area to Oakland. Choose from 5 races of all distances - marathon, half-marathon, relay, 5k and a kids fun run, whichever suites your style. oaklandmarathon.com
ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com
SAN DIEGO -Kiki Raina Tahiti Fete, March 23-25, 2012. Tahitian Dance Competition and Cultural Festival Merced, CA Location: Merced County Fairgrounds. Call: (209) 726-1925. kikiraina.com
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO - Swallows Parade Day. from 2 to 4 p.m. Cost: $10 for Adults, $9 age 60+, $5 ages 4-11, and free age 3 and under. Address: 26801 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano, CA, missionsjc.com
SAN JOSE - Battle of the Bands. Concert Finale: The top 5 finalists will compete for prizes at a live publicized concert at 3 p.m. held at Almaden Branch Library and Community Center. The finalists will have up to 20-minutes to perform their set in front of an audience and a judging panel of local music experts. All are invited. Location: Locations and Hours 6445 Camden Ave. San Jose, CA. (408) 808-3040 Call: (408) 808-2175. sjlibrary.org
SANTA ROSA - California Artisan Cheese Festival. 6th annual event features artisan, hand-crafted (and often organic) cheeses–some of the finest in the world! Event is held March 23-25, 2012, with tours throughout the region (Sonoma County) and Cheese Festival Tasting on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets:  artisancheesefestival.com
SOUTH EL MONTE - Spring Fair, March 23 - April 8, 2012. 35th annual Annual largest Latin Easter Event in Los Angeles. With Paid Admission all Carnival Rides Free. Live Entertainment, Carnival Games, Exhibits, Large Food Court. Free Parking. Location: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, So El Monte, 60 Freeway & Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, CA. oentertainment.net
YOUNTVILLE - A Taste of Yountville. Public invited to experience live entertainment, children's activities, Open Studios fine art show and sale, art in the park, French Laundry garden tours, drawing for amazing prizes, CalFire BBQ and much more! Admission is free, tasting tickets may be purchased for $1 each at event. Bring your friends and family to one of Yountville's signature events and "Taste Life Here!" Noon-5 p.m. Town of Yountville locations include Community Center, Edward James Courtyard, V Marketplace, Van de Leur Park, French Laundry Gardens, Washington Square, Washington Street, Yountville, California. Cost: Free admission. Call (707) 944-0904. yountville.com

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Sunday March 25, 2012 - Events for March 25
BELMONT - Sidewalk Fine Arts Festival, March 24-25, 2012. Intimate venue featuring 25 artists at Carlmont Village Shopping Center, corner of Ralston Avenue and Alameda de las Pulgas on the Peninsula. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Free admission. pacificfinearts.com
BERKELEY - Richard Goode, pianist. Performs Mozart's Fantasy in C minor, Beethoven's Sonata in E-flat major Op. 31, No. 3, Chopin's Sonata in B-flat minor, Op. 35, and more. Time: 3 p.m. Cost: $30 up. Location: UC Berkeley, 101 Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org
CARSON - US Soccer Series, March 23-27, 2012. Carson's Home Depot Center is hosting games in the U.S. Soccer series. Call: (310) 630-2000 or ticketmaster.com / ussoccer.com
OAKLAND -Running Festival, March 24 - March 25. Oakland Running Festival brings both marathon runners and first-time racers from all over the area to Oakland. Choose from 5 races of all distances - marathon, half-marathon, relay, 5k and a kids fun run, whichever suites your style. oaklandmarathon.com
ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com
SAN DIEGO -Kiki Raina Tahiti Fete, March 23-25, 2012. Tahitian Dance Competition and Cultural Festival Merced, CA Location: Merced County Fairgrounds. Call: (209) 726-1925. kikiraina.com
SAN DIEGO - Rolando St. Fair - Music, dancing, face painting, a climbing wall, carnival rides sweet treats, food, and 200 vendor booths offer great entertainment at this annual community event. Location: Rolando Triangle, San Diego, CA.   rolandocommunitycouncil.org
SANTA ROSA - California Artisan Cheese Festival. 6th annual event features artisan, hand-crafted (and often organic) cheeses–some of the finest in the world! Event is held March 23-25, 2012, with tours throughout the region (Sonoma County) and Cheese Festival Tasting on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets:  artisancheesefestival.com
SIERRA MADRE - Vine viewing: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Art & Garden Faire: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $10, person; Seniors and kids 6 - 16, $7, age 5 and under free. Should pre-order transportation (bus ride) to event: sierramadrechamber.com call 626-355-5111
SOUTH EL MONTE - Spring Fair, March 23 - April 8, 2012. 35th annual Annual largest Latin Easter Event in Los Angeles. With Paid Admission all Carnival Rides Free. Live Entertainment, Carnival Games, Exhibits, Large Food Court. Free Parking. Location: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, So El Monte, 60 Freeway & Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, CA. oentertainment.net

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Monday March 26, 2012 - Events for March 26

CARSON - US Soccer Series, March 23-27, 2012. Carson's Home Depot Center is hosting games in the U.S. Soccer series. Call: (310) 630-2000 or ticketmaster.com / ussoccer.com
ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com
SOUTH EL MONTE - Spring Fair, March 23 - April 8, 2012. 35th annual Annual largest Latin Easter Event in Los Angeles. With Paid Admission all Carnival Rides Free. Live Entertainment, Carnival Games, Exhibits, Large Food Court. Free Parking. Location: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, So El Monte, 60 Freeway & Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, CA. oentertainment.net

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Tuesday March 27, 2012 - Events for March 27

CARSON - US Soccer Series, March 23-27, 2012. Carson's Home Depot Center is hosting games in the U.S. Soccer series. Call: (310) 630-2000 or ticketmaster.com / ussoccer.com
ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com
SOUTH EL MONTE - Spring Fair, March 23 - April 8, 2012. 35th annual Annual largest Latin Easter Event in Los Angeles. With Paid Admission all Carnival Rides Free. Live Entertainment, Carnival Games, Exhibits, Large Food Court. Free Parking. Location: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, So El Monte, 60 Freeway & Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, CA. oentertainment.net

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Wednesday March 28, 2012 - Events for March 28

ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com

SOUTH EL MONTE - Spring Fair, March 23 - April 8, 2012. 35th annual Annual largest Latin Easter Event in Los Angeles. With Paid Admission all Carnival Rides Free. Live Entertainment, Carnival Games, Exhibits, Large Food Court. Free Parking. Location: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, So El Monte, 60 Freeway & Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, CA. oentertainment.net

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Thursday March 29, 2012 - Events for March 29

LOS ANGELES - Berlin Nights , Paris Days, Ute Lemper with Vogler Quartet and Stefan Malzew. Berlin's Vogler Quartet, one of the world's leading chamber groups, and pianist - clarinetist - composer Stefan Malzew back the sublime and sultry Lemper with music from tango to jazz. Cost: $20 up. Time: 8 p.m. Location: UCLA, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Drive, Los Angeles, CA. Ticket Office: (310) 825-2101. uclalive.org
ORANGE - Easter Eggstravaganza, March 17 - April 7, 2012. Train rides, pictures with the bunny, egg hunts, crafts, and bounce house entertainment. Weekends: 10 am - 5 pm, Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 irvineparkrailroad.com
SOUTH EL MONTE - Spring Fair, March 23 - April 8, 2012. 35th annual Annual largest Latin Easter Event in Los Angeles. With Paid Admission all Carnival Rides Free. Live Entertainment, Carnival Games, Exhibits, Large Food Court. Free Parking. Location: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, So El Monte, 60 Freeway & Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, CA. oentertainment.net

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Friday March 30, 2012 - Events for March 30

BERKELEY - Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, concert. Copland - Fanfare for the Common Man, Tower - Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman, Higdon - Percussion Concerto, Prokofiev - Symphony No. 5. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $30 up. Location: UC Berkeley, 101 Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, CA. Ticket Office: (510) 642-9988. calperformances.org
SOUTH EL MONTE - Spring Fair, March 23 - April 8, 2012. 35th annual Annual largest Latin Easter Event in Los Angeles. With Paid Admission all Carnival Rides Free. Live Entertainment, Carnival Games, Exhibits, Large Food Court. Free Parking. Location: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, So El Monte, 60 Freeway & Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, CA. oentertainment.net

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Saturday March 31, 2012 - Events for March 31
FERNDALE - Portuguese Pre-Easter Dance includes choosing of the Holy Ghost Queens for the May, June celebration. Portuguese Hall, 7:30 p.m. 707-786-4346
PORTERVILLE - Spring Kids Fest. A 100' giant slide, carnival rides, rock climbing wall, bounce houses, games, dance performances, information booths, food, music and more. Geared for ages 2-12. Veterans Park 12:00pm-3:30pm $3 in advance, $5 day of. ci.porterville.ca.us
SANTA ANA - Bubblefest, March 31 - April 22, 2012. Astounding spring break bubble spectacular features good, clean fun for the entire family! See the Mega Bubble Laser Show (ticket required) Make your own giant bubbles, see BubbleBusters stage show And much more! Discovery Science Center 2500 N. Main St. Santa Ana, CA 92705 Tel: (714) 542-2823 discoverycube.org Open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. $14.95 adult; $12.95 child.
SOUTH EL MONTE - Spring Fair, March 23 - April 8, 2012. 35th annual Annual largest Latin Easter Event in Los Angeles. With Paid Admission all Carnival Rides Free. Live Entertainment, Carnival Games, Exhibits, Large Food Court. Free Parking. Location: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, So El Monte, 60 Freeway & Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, CA. oentertainment.net
SUISUN CITY - Wine and Wildflowers at the Western Railway Museum Vintage Comet 2012, March 31 - April 28, 2012, Saturdays. 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Wildflower watchers can ride vintage trains at the Western Railway Museum. The Vintage Comet departs each Saturday at 5 p.m. to take advantage of the beautiful late-afternoon light. Adult passengers 21 and older will learn about and sample four local wines from members of the Suisun Valley Wine Co-Op. Juice is available for younger passengers. The name Vintage Comet was chosen because of its references to wine, to history, and to honor an actual Sacramento Northern train name, The Comet, which ran from Oakland to Sacramento over the tracks the Museum now owns and operates. Museum docents is on hand to describe the various native wildflowers in bloom and visible from the rail line. Location: Western Railway Museum, 5848 State Highway 12, Suisun City, CA (located on California State Highway 12 in rural Solano County, midway between Interstate 80 in Fairfield and the Sacramento Delta town of Rio Vista). Cost: $30. Call: (707) 374-2978. wrm.org

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