PLANNING AHEAD
POETRY
The third annual Valentine’s weekend erotic-poetry contest starts at 8 tonight at Alta Coffee House, Newport Beach. Free. (949) 675-0233.
READING
Ashley Wolff reads “Bindergarten Celebrates the 100th Day of Kindergarten” Saturday at Whale of a Tale, Irvine. (949) 854-8288.
CONCERT
Burt Bacharach performs with the Pacific Symphony Pops at 8 tonight and Saturday at the O.C. Performing Arts Center. $14-$52. (714) 755-5799.
CARNIVAL
Brazil Carnaval ‘99, the 18th annual Mardi Gras ball, takes place Saturday at the Hollywood Palladium. (323) 634-7811.
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