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Lots to see and do in Los Angeles County this February as you can see from this sampling of 31 local events in this February Calendar of Events, courtesy of our colleagues Peggy Sue, Catherine and Kathleen at First American Title:
Alhambra Lunar New Year Celebration | Feb. 1 from 10am-7pm | Valley Blvd between Vega St and Almansor St
Come out and enjoy great food, amazing cultural performances and other family friendly activities. On the stages, there will be all-day entertainment with lion dances, kung fu demonstrations, and other ethnic performances. For more information: 626-568-1300 | www.alhambralunarnewyear.com
Hart Park Site Improvements Community Outreach Pop-Up | Feb. 1 from 10am-3pm | 8341 De Longpre Ave., West Hollywood
We are looking for input from the community on the possible exterior accessibility and amenity upgrades at Hart Park. Join City Staff, Landscape Architects, Commissioners, and Community Members as we learn more about the park and discuss design improvements. For more information: www.weho.org
Puppybowl 2020 | Feb. 2 from 12-2pm | Common Space Brewery, Hawthorne
Half the dogs will be given bandanas to distinguish between the teams (shirts vs skin). First 7 to sign up get a free Common Space bandana! Any time one of the dogs crosses the touchdown line while carrying a toy football they earn a point for their team. For more information: www.commonspace.la
Senior Community Health Screening | Feb. 3 from 9am-4pm | IMAN Cultural Center, LA
Screenings offer a 5-test package to thoroughly check you for risk of stroke, cardiovascular disease and other chronic conditions. For more information: 800-690-0323 | www.lifelinescreening.com/community-circle
Breast Cancer Alliance Tees Up for Charity Golf Outing | Feb. 3 from 11am-7pm | Wilshire Country Club, LA
Breast Cancer Alliance (BCA) holds annual golf outings with the goal of funding innovative early-stage breast cancer research. Format: Best Ball 11am. Registration and Lunch Buffet opens on the Terrace 1pm. Shotgun Start 5:30pm. Cocktails, dinner buffet and prizes. For more information: www.breastcanceralliance.org
LA Art Show | Feb. 5-9 | Los Angeles Convention Center
More than 200,000 square feet of exhibition space is committed to today’s prominent galleries. These domestic and international galleries, beyond their booths, curate special exhibits that are at the forefront of the burgeoning contemporary art movement. The fair offers an extraordinary array of works and experiences in specialized sections. For more information: www.laartshow.com
Superfine! Art Fair | Feb. 6-9 | Magic Box at the Reef: 1933 Broadway
Throughout the four-day fair, visitors will have the unique opportunity to meet and connect directly with 60+ top local and international artists, collectives, and galleries. In addition to thousands of affordable, original works of art, experience experimental performance art, innovative installation art, and participatory live art-making. For more information: https://superfine.world
Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals | Feb. 6-9 | Pomona Fairplex: 1101 W McKinley Avenue
This will be the first opportunity for fans to see new cars and updated paint schemes, not to mention meet the drivers in person as they kick off the 2020 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series. Fans of all ages can take part in activities during the weekend including meet and greets, autograph sessions and prerace ceremonies. For more information: www.nhra.com/tickets
Beverly Hills Lunar New Year Celebration | Feb. 7 from 6-9pm | 8833 W Olympic Blvd, Beverly Hills
Dozens of epicurean delights from many of the Asian cultures, extravagant entertainment, and surprises. An exclusive Trips of a Lifetime Silent Auction hosted by AmFund will provide guests with an incredible opportunity to secure their dream vacation. For more information: www.beverlyhillschamber.com
El Monte Luna New Year | Feb. 7 from 12:30-4pm | Main Street, El Monte
Lion Dance performance to do blessings on Main Street. Face painting and lantern crafts. For more information: www.ci.el-monte.ca.us
California Int'l Antiquarian Book Fair | Feb. 7-9 - See website for schedule | Pasadena Convention Center
Thousands of book lovers, booksellers, and scholars will converge in Southern California at the nation’s largest exhibition and sale of rare books, manuscripts, autographs, maps, fine prints and more. For more information: 415-919-9220 | www.cabookfair.com
One Love Cali Reggae Fest | Feb. 7-9 | Queen Mary Events Park, Long Beach
Featuring headliners Dirty Heads, Sublime with Rome, Atmosphere, Rebelution, Stick Figure, SOJA, Slightly Stoopid, Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, Iration and many more. For more information: www.onelovecalifest.com
Conscious Life Expo | Feb. 7-10 from 1-10:30pm | LAX Hilton Hotel
Join us for this eclectic gathering of collective consciousness as we explore evolutionary transformations in health, science, spirituality and healthy lifestyles. Featuring Live Music, an Hispanic Program, progressive panels, lectures and workshops, an Organic Food Court, plus 5 Exhibit Halls featuring cutting-edge therapies and solutions for sustainability. For more information: 800-367-5777 | www.consciouslifeexpo.com
Cupid’s Undie Run | Feb. 8 from 12-5pm | The Buffalo Club, Santa Monica
In 2010, a group of do-gooders dropped their pants and ran through the D.C. cold to raise money for research to help end neurofibromatosis (NF), a rare genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. They ran in their undies because those affected with NF can’t cover up their tumors, so they decided to strip down in solidarity. For more information: https://my.cupids.org/cur/city/LosAngeles
Belmont Shore Chocolate Festival | Feb. 8 from 12-4pm | 200 Nieto, Ste 200B, Long Beach
Enter the dessert contest if you have a recipe for a chocolate dessert worthy of an award. A panel of judges will sample the desserts and choose winners. Belmont Shore Businesses will be offering an array of chocolate treats for chocolate lovers, along with other sweets to satisfy the family. For more information: www.belmontshore.org
Diamond Bar Woman’s Club Casino Night Carnevale Masquerade Ball | Feb. 8 from 6-11pm | Double Tree by Hilton, Pomona
Dancing, food, fun and gaming! Live and Silent Auction – Opportunity Drawings. Ticket price includes: Italian Buffet Dinner with Dessert, Gaming chips, Complimentary Champagne/Wine and Photo. This is a Fundraising event. All proceeds benefit the Diamond Bar Woman’s Club charities. For more information: www.facebook.com/diamondbarwomensclub
Sweetheart Jamboree | Feb. 8 from 9:30am-4:30pm | Rosemead Community Recreation Center
Bingo, lunch, dance and line dancing. For more information: 626-569-2160 | www.cityofrosemead.org
2020 State of the City Economic Summit | Feb. 12 from 4:30-7:30pm | SGI-USA World Peace Ikeda Auditorium, Santa Monica
A networking reception with exhibitors and tastings from local restaurants will take place immediately after the event. Mayor Kevin McKeown will take the stage to deliver the 2019/2020 State of the City Address. We will also have business leaders who will speak on local, national and global trends. For more information: www.smchamber.com
Real Estate Investing Vendor Expo| Feb. 13 from 6:30-7:30pm | Olympic Collection, LA
We’ll have a collection of over 40 of the finest vendors with all of the real estate services you will need to become a successful investor. For more information: www.lareic.com
The Big Spring Home & Garden Show | Feb. 14-16 from 12-6pm | Pomona Fairplex
Featuring educational and informative demonstrations, displays and seminars on the newest ideas in home improvement and remodeling for inside and outside. For more information: www.homeshowconsultants.com
The Celebration of Black History | Feb. 15 from 6-9:30pm | Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills, LA
A one-night-only spectacular of music, dance, and spoken word celebrating black culture in honor of Black History Month. The event is free and open to the public on a first come, first served basis. For more information: www.forestlawn.com
ScotsFestival & Int'l Highland Games XXVII | Feb. 15-16 from 9am-6pm | The Queen Mary, Long Beach
Honors the rich culture and history of Scotland, along with nearly fifty Scottish clans & vendors, with a weekend of professional and amateur competitions in Highland athletics, Highland dancing, piping, drumming, massed bands, and darts, along with fan-favorite activities such as falconry, sheepherding, axe-throwing, reenactments, and live entertainment and music on multiple stages. For more information: www.queenmary.com
LA Travel & Adventure Show | Feb. 15-16 from 10am-5pm | Los Angeles Convention Center
The nation’s largest travel show is back featuring more than 350 global travel destinations, thousands of travel experts to help guests plan trips, and exclusive show-only travel deals for guests to take advantage of. Gain invaluable knowledge with celebrity travel personalities who will present the latest travel tips, personal stories, and more. For more information: www.travelshows.com
South Bay Quilters Guild Quilt Show |Feb. 16 from 10am-4pm | Torrance Cultural Arts Center
Over 160 beautiful quilts will be on display in the Quilt Gallery alongside many new quilting supplies by your favorite vendors. A quilt auction will take place on Sunday at 1pm as well as a drawing for themed raffle baskets. For more information: www.southbayquiltersguild.org
Carson Business Expo | Feb. 19 from 11am-5pm / Juanita Millender-McDonald Community Center
For more information: 310-217-4590 | www.carsonchamber.com
Riders in the Sky | Feb. 21 | Lancaster Performing Arts Center
Round up your herd and join in the fun with America’s favorite singing cowboys! For more than forty years, Riders in the Sky have been keepers of the flame passed on by the Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers, reviving and revitalizing the genre. For more information: www.lpac.org
Mardi Gras Madness | Feb. 22 at 8pm | Long Beach Arena
Mardi Gras means masks, madness and most of all, music. Make plans to celebrate as fan-favorite Matt Catingub presents a lively, fun-filled musical evening centered around the distinct style that makes New Orleans the city of jazz. For more information: www.longbeachsymphony.org
Torrance Antique Street Faire | Feb. 23 from 8am-3pm | Downtown Torrance
Join the hunt for vintage treasures when over 200 sellers transform the streets of downtown Torrance into an eclectic open air flea market! Antique appraisal booth, local stores and restaurants open, Torrance High Band Boosters bake sale, DJ Ozzie and more! Free admission and pet friendly. For more information: www.torranceca.gov
Battle of the Badges Blood Drive | Feb. 26 from 1-7pm | Alhambra Police Department: 211 S First Street
Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment. For more information: www.cityofalhambra.org
LAUGH FOR LIFE Comedy Night | Feb. 28 from 7-8:30pm | Antelope Valley College
Care Net Women’s Resource Center invites you! Talented magician, stand up by local community leader Dorelle Arnwine & special guest comedian Gordon Douglas. Come for the fun and stay for door prizes. For more information: https://tickets.avc.edu
“Affair of the Heart” Gala - Speakeasy Soiree | Feb. 29 from 6:30-10:30pm | Porsche South Bay
Glitz, Glamour, Leap Year Revelry Cocktail, Canapes and Auction Bidding followed by an Elegant Dinner and Dancing. Guests will mix and mingle amongst a remarkable selection of Porsche cars while enjoying an immersive experience. For more information: www.richstonefamily.org/gala