California Events Calendar features Festivals and Fairs and a variety of events, all open to the public. many are free, while some charge a fee for attending so we include that information.  There is an amazing array of things to do and we hope you'll find something that interest you: food festivals, fairs, concerts, car races, holidays, wine tasting, rodeos and concerts are a few. The calendar was created for California travel and tourists, and is your best bet to see what's happening before you go. Please take note that all events information is provided organizers and is subject to change. Sometimes they forget to tell us if an event has been changed, so please check before going to confirm that it is still being held on the date supplied.

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Wednesday, February 22, 2012

INDIO - Indio Date Festival &  Riverside County Fair , February 17 - 26, 2012.   includes Llamas, Dairy Goats, Poultry; Camel & Ostrich Races; WGAS Motorsports Monster Trucks, concerts, contests, games, food, and a carnival. Address: Riverside County Fairgrounds, 82-503 Hwy 111, Indio, CA 92201. Tel: (800) 811-FAIR or (760) 863-8247.  Feb. 17 -26, 2012  datefest.org
OAKLAND -Tall Ships Return to Jack London Square, through February 22.   The brig Lady Washington and the topsail ketch Hawaiian Chieftain return to Oakland's Jack London Square for nearly two weeks of living history activities. They will offer walk-on tours, family sailing activities, and educational programs. Location:  Jack London Square, Oakland, CA.  jacklondonsquare.com
SAN FRANCISCO - Tulipmania at Pier 39 Feb. 18 - 26, 2012

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Thursday, February 23, 2012

INDIO - Indio Date Festival &  Riverside County Fair , February 17 - 26, 2012.   includes Llamas, Dairy Goats, Poultry; Camel & Ostrich Races; WGAS Motorsports Monster Trucks, concerts, contests, games, food, and a carnival. Address: Riverside County Fairgrounds, 82-503 Hwy 111, Indio, CA 92201. Tel: (800) 811-FAIR or (760) 863-8247.  Feb. 17 -26, 2012  datefest.org
RIPON - Almond Blossom Parade & Festival Feb. 23 - 26, 2012   Annual festival includes a parade (Feb. 25) through historic riponchamber.org.
SAN FRANCISCO - Tulipmania at Pier 39 Feb. 18 - 26, 2012

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Friday, February 24, 2012

DEL MAR - Silver Bay Kennel Club Dog Show February 24 - 26, 2012. Time: Friday, 8 a.m. -6 p.m.  Saturday, 8 a.m. -7 p.m.  Sunday, 8 a.m. -3 p.m.  Price: Free admission Location: O'Brien, Bing Crosby and Exhibit Halls Parking: $9.  Silver Bay Kennel Club 760-751-2302.  jbradshaw.com
INDIO - Indio Date Festival &  Riverside County Fair, February 17 - 26, 2012.   includes Llamas, Dairy Goats, Poultry; Camel & Ostrich Races; WGAS Motorsports Monster Trucks, concerts, contests, games, food, and a carnival. Address: Riverside County Fairgrounds, 82-503 Hwy 111, Indio, CA 92201. Tel: (800) 811-FAIR or (760) 863-8247.  Feb. 17 -26, 2012  datefest.org
PLEASANTON -  Pleasanton Fly-Fishing Show Feb 24-26, 2012 Celebrities, authors, seminars, exhibitors and more. flyfishingshow.com
RIPON - Almond Blossom Parade & Festival Feb. 23 - 26, 2012   Annual festival includes a parade (Feb. 25) through historic riponchamber.org.
SAN DIEGO - San Diego Heritage Parade & Festival   Feb. 24 -26, 2012.  The Heritage Day Festival and Parade is an annual grassroots event celebrating diverse cultures.  heritageweekendsandiego.org
SAN FRANCISCO - Tulipmania at Pier 39 Feb. 18 - 26, 2012
SANTA CRUZ -  Banff Film Festival, February 24 - 25, 2012. University of California Physical Education and Recreation Call: (831) 459-2159 or 831-459-2806 kferraro@ucsc.edu

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Saturday, February 25, 2012

DEL MAR - Silver Bay Kennel Club Dog Show February 24 - 26, 2012. Time: Friday, 8 a.m. -6 p.m.  Saturday, 8 a.m. -7 p.m.  Sunday, 8 a.m. -3 p.m.  Price: Free admission Location: O'Brien, Bing Crosby and Exhibit Halls Parking: $9.  Silver Bay Kennel Club 760-751-2302.  jbradshaw.com
EL CENTRO - Le Tour de Manure 15, 25 and 50 Mile Ride. Come ride the fragrant countryside of Imperial Valley with the sweet scent of spring at Tour de Manure bicycle race. Tour begins at 9 a.m. at Town Square, 7th & Main St, El Centro, CA. cityofelcentro.org
INDIO - Indio Date Festival &  Riverside County Fair, February 17 - 26, 2012.   includes Llamas, Dairy Goats, Poultry; Camel & Ostrich Races; WGAS Motorsports Monster Trucks, concerts, contests, games, food, and a carnival. Address: Riverside County Fairgrounds, 82-503 Hwy 111, Indio, CA 92201. Tel: (800) 811-FAIR or (760) 863-8247.  Feb. 17 -26, 2012  datefest.org
OAKLAND -  Monster Jam.  It's the largest Monster Truck show to hit the Bay Area yet with 16 trucks! Time: 7 p.m.  Location: Coliseum, Oakland, CA.  coliseum.com
PLEASANTON -  Pleasanton Fly-Fishing Show Feb 24-26, 2012 Celebrities, authors, seminars, exhibitors and more. flyfishingshow.com
RIPON - Almond Blossom Parade & Festival Feb. 23 - 26, 2012   Annual festival includes a parade which begins at 1 p.m. (Feb. 25) through historic riponchamber.org.
SAN DIEGO - San Diego Heritage Parade & Festival   Feb. 24 -26, 2012.  The Heritage Day Festival and Parade is an annual grassroots event celebrating diverse cultures.  heritageweekendsandiego.org
SAN FRANCISCO - Tulipmania at Pier 39 Feb. 18 - 26, 2012
SANTA CRUZ -  Banff Film Festival, February 24 - 25, 2012. University of California Physical Education and Recreation Call: (831) 459-2159 or 831-459-2806 kferraro@ucsc.edu

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Sunday, February 26, 2012

DEL MAR - Silver Bay Kennel Club Dog Show February 24 - 26, 2012. Time: Friday, 8 a.m. -6 p.m.  Saturday, 8 a.m. -7 p.m.  Sunday, 8 a.m. -3 p.m.  Price: Free admission Location: O'Brien, Bing Crosby and Exhibit Halls Parking: $9.  Silver Bay Kennel Club 760-751-2302.  jbradshaw.com
HOLLYWOOD - Academy Awards. 84th annual Oscars go to best of the best in the U.S. movie industry. oscars.org
INDIO - Indio Date Festival &  Riverside County Fair, February 17 - 26, 2012.   includes Llamas, Dairy Goats, Poultry; Camel & Ostrich Races; WGAS Motorsports Monster Trucks, concerts, contests, games, food, and a carnival. Address: Riverside County Fairgrounds, 82-503 Hwy 111, Indio, CA 92201. Tel: (800) 811-FAIR or (760) 863-8247.  Feb. 17 -26, 2012  datefest.org
PLEASANTON -  Pleasanton Fly-Fishing Show Feb 24-26, 2012 Celebrities, authors, seminars, exhibitors and more. flyfishingshow.com
RIPON - Almond Blossom Parade & Festival Feb. 23 - 26, 2012   Annual festival includes a parade (Feb. 25) through historic riponchamber.org.
SAN DIEGO - San Diego Heritage Parade & Festival   Feb. 24 -26, 2012.  The Heritage Day Festival and Parade is an annual grassroots event celebrating diverse cultures.  heritageweekendsandiego.org
SAN FRANCISCO - Tulipmania at Pier 39 Feb. 18 - 26, 2012

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Monday, February 27, 2012

SANTA BARBARA - Banff Film Festival, February 27 - 28, 2012. UCSB Arts & Lectures at the Arlington Theatre. Call: (805) 893-3535

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Tuesday, February 28, 2012

SANTA BARBARA - Banff Film Festival, February 27 - 28, 2012. UCSB Arts & Lectures at the Arlington Theatre. Call: (805) 893-3535

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Wednesday, February 29, 2012

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

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Thursday March 1, 2012 -  Events for March 1

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
HUNTINGTON BEACH - Surf City Nights street fair. Time: 5-9 p.m. Cost: Free. Address: 200 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA
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
SAN DIEGO - Amy Obenski Carbon Conscious Music Tour.  Event to raise awareness about the links between climate change and deforestation.  Carousel, from Amy's second album, Kite, was featured in the TV show, Grey's Anatomy.  Doors Open at 9:00 PM, Cost $5 ,The Tin Can 1863 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101. amyobenski.com

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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. 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

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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
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. 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
RANCHO PALOS VERDES - Whale of a Day. Whale watching, docents & tours, entertainment, and non-profit organizations host fun games.  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
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

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Sunday March 4, 2012 -  Events for March 4

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. 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. 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
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

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Monday March 5, 2012 -  Events for March 5

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Tuesday March 6, 2012 -  Events for March 6

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Wednesday March 7, 2012 -  Events for March 7

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Thursday March 8, 2012 -  Events for March 8

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 

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Friday March 9, 2012 -  Events for March 2

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 

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Saturday March 10, 2012 -  Events for March 10

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
ENCINO - Standard Flower Show Holiday Celebrations. 46th annual event is theSouthern California Garden Club's most important annual educational and fundraising event, a Standard Flower Show - includes Floral Designs, Horticulture Specimens, Educational Exhibits, Plant Market, Baked Goods, White Elephant Sales, and Lunch is available - free admission. Time: 9 a.m. Location: Sepulveda Garden Center, 16633 Magnolia Blvd. Encino, CA.
LAGUNA BEACH -Laguna Beach a la Carte -- A Food & Wine Experience, March 8-11, 2012.   lagunabeachfoodies.com
POMONA - Los Angeles County Irish Fair & Music Festival, March 10-11, 2012. More than 2,000 performers are featured presenting the best in traditional and contemporary Celtic music, song, dance and pageantry. Location: Fairplex at the Pomona Fairgrounds, 1101 West Mc Kinley Ave., Pomona, CA. 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 
SAN DIEGO- San Diego Travel Expo March 10-11, 2012
San Diego Convention Center, 111 West Harbor Drive, San Diego
sandiegotravelshow.net
SAUSALITO -City Wide Yard Sale. Time:  9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Cost: Free admission. Martin Luther King Parking Lot,  610 Coloma Street, Sausalito, CA.  

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Sunday March 11, 2012 -  Events for March 11

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
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
PASADENA - Brideworld.   Shop and compare wedding products and services with 120 vendors.  Tim: 10am-4pm.  $10 admission. Location:  Pasadena Convention Center
300 E Green St., Pasadena, CA  91101 (951) 346-4700. brideworld.com
POMONA - Los Angeles County Irish Fair & Music Festival, March 10-11, 2012. More than 2,000 performers are featured presenting the best in traditional and contemporary Celtic music, song, dance and pageantry. Location: Fairplex at the Pomona Fairgrounds, 1101 West Mc Kinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Cost: $18-28. la-irishfair.com
SAN DIEGO- San Diego Travel Expo March 10-11, 2012
San Diego Convention Center, 111 West Harbor Drive, San Diego
sandiegotravelshow.net

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Monday March 12, 2012 -  Events for March 12

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Tuesday March 13, 2012 -  Events for March 13

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Wednesday March 14, 2012 -  Events for March 14

MAMMOTH LAKES -  Elevation 2012  Gay Ski Week Mar. 14 - 18, 2012. Elevation, the annual Mammoth Gay Ski Week  at Mammoth Mountain with more than 1500 riders, major parties, and zero attitude in the third largest gay ski week in North America. Location: Mammoth Lakes, Calif. mammothgayski.com

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Thursday March 15, 2012 -  Events for March 15'

LOS ANGELES - TheCRY Hollywood. Join with thousands of Christians from California and beyond in the heart of Universal City (Universal Studios) for a powerful day of prayer, fasting and worship through an event called TheCRY Hollywood. It is not a concert, or a conference, but a gathering. Where: Gibson Amphitheatre,  100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA, 91608 When: March 15, 2012 Time: 12 pm  Donation: $12. thecryhollywood.com. E-Mail: info@thecryhollywood.com
MAMMOTH LAKES -  Elevation 2012  Gay Ski Week Mar. 14 - 18, 2012. Elevation, the annual Mammoth Gay Ski Week  at Mammoth Mountain with more than 1500 riders, major parties, and zero attitude in the third largest gay ski week in North America. Location: Mammoth Lakes, Calif. mammothgayski.com

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Friday March 16, 2012 -  Events for March 16

MAMMOTH LAKES -  Elevation 2012  Gay Ski Week Mar. 14 - 18, 2012. Elevation, the annual Mammoth Gay Ski Week  at Mammoth Mountain with more than 1500 riders, major parties, and zero attitude in the third largest gay ski week in North America. Location: Mammoth Lakes, Calif. mammothgayski.com
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

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Saturday March 17, 2012 -  Events for March 17

MAMMOTH LAKES -  Elevation 2012  Gay Ski Week Mar. 14 - 18, 2012. Elevation, the annual Mammoth Gay Ski Week  at Mammoth Mountain with more than 1500 riders, major parties, and zero attitude in the third largest gay ski week in North America. Location: Mammoth Lakes, Calif. mammothgayski.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
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: Deer Mountain Snowmobile Park, 17 miles east of Weed, CA.  siskiyousleddograces.com  (rescheduled from Feb.)

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Sunday March 18, 2012 -  Events for March 18

KELSEYVILLE - Olive Oil Festival. 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 and raffle. 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  at Mammoth Mountain with more than 1500 riders, major parties, and zero attitude in the third largest gay ski week in North America. Location: Mammoth Lakes, Calif. mammothgayski.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
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.  siskiyousleddograces.com  (rescheduled from Feb.)

 

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Sunday March 19, 2012 -  Events for March 19

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Tuesday March 20, 2012 -  Events for March 20

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Wednesday March 21, 2012 -  Events for March 21

SACRAMENTO - Mar 24-25, 2012. Ag Day at the Capitol Sacramento, CA. On the West Side of the State Capitol Sacramento, California 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.  Elected Officials & Staff Tour Booths 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Open to the Public Stage Programs Begin at Noon. Some exhibitors include  Almond Board, Cal Expo, California Agricultural Commissioners & Sealers Association, California Alpaca Breeders, California Cattlemen's Association, California Department of Food and Agriculture, California Farm Bureau Federation, California Grown Campaign, California Invasive Plant Council, California Milk Advisory Board, California Pork Producers Association, California Poultry Federation, California Rice Commission, California School Garden Network, California State Beekeepers Association, California State Floral Association, California State Grange, California Strawberry Commission, California Thoroughbred Breeders Association, California Walnut Commission, California Women for Agriculture, California Wool Growers Association, Champions for Change, Dairy Council of California, FFA & 4-H, The Forest Foundation, Flying U Rodeos, Fresh Producers, Pacific Gas & Electric, U.C. Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, USDA - Natural Resources Conservation Service, Seed Biotechnology Center - Cal Crop Improvement, Wagons West, Western Fairs Association. cdfa.ca.gov/agday/
 

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Thursday March 22, 2012 -  Events for March 22

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Friday March 23, 2012 -  Events for March 23

ANAHEIM -The Orange County Cactus and Succulent Society Spring Sale and Exhibition. Thousands of cacti, succulents, pottery and more for sale, including vendors with xeriscape plant expertise. FREE admission and parking.  Time 9 a.m. - Place: Anaheim United Methodist Church, 1000 S. State College Blvd, Anaheim, CA
 (formerly at the Fullerton Arboretum) Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.  occss.org

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Saturday March 24, 2012 -  Events for March 24

ANAHEIM -The Orange County Cactus and Succulent Society Spring Sale and Exhibition. Thousands of cacti, succulents, pottery and more for sale, including vendors with xeriscape plant expertise. FREE admission and parking.  Time 9 a.m. - Place: Anaheim United Methodist Church, 1000 S. State College Blvd, Anaheim, CA
 (formerly at the Fullerton Arboretum) Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.  occss.org
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
CEDARVILLE - Surprise Valley Squirrel Roundup  March 24, 2012 surprisevalleychamber.com   Francisco.
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
YOUNTVILLE - A Taste of Yountville.  Public invited, 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.  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
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
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

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Monday March 26, 2012 -  Events for March 26

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Tuesday March 27, 2012 -  Events for March 27

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Wednesday March 28, 2012 -  Events for March 28

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Thursday March 29, 2012 -  Events for March 29

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Friday March 30, 2012 -  Events for March 30

ARROYO GRANDE -Central Coast Orchid Show & Sale Gala - Orchid Show Preview Benefit for the Dana Adobe  6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Tickets: $40 online at danaadobe.org Call: (805) 481.3991 OR 805.929.5749

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Saturday March 31, 2012 -  Events for March 31

ARROYO GRANDE -Central Coast Orchid Show & Sale March 31 & April 1, 2012. 17th Annual event is sponsored by the Five Cities Orchid Society South County Regional Center, 800 W. Branch Street Arroyo Grande, CA. Sat. 9-5 Sun. 10-5 Admission: $5, 12 and under free. 805.929.5749 Ellie's Gourmet Catering lunch and goodies at the show.   fcos.org
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.

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